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Commissioner McDaniel ExParteEx parte Items – Commissioner Bill McDaniel COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA October 24, 2023 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS – None ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS – 9.A. *** This item to be heard at 10:30 a.m. *** This item requires that Commission members provide ex-parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are equired to be sworn in. Recommendation to approve a rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD to allow up to 208 multi-family rental units, 71 of which will be restricted as affordable, on 17.5± acres of property located on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Road approximately ½ mile east of Logan Boulevard, in Section 4, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. (PL20220002908) (Companion to Item 26707: PL20220003213 - GMPA) (District 3) (26666) NO DISCLOSURE FOR THIS ITEM SEE FILE Meetings Correspondence e-mails Calls CONSENT AGENDA – None SUMMARY AGENDA – 17.A. This item requires that ex-parte disclosure be provided by Commission members. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn in. Recommendation to approve an Ordinance rezoning property from the Rural Agricultural (A) zoning district to the Commercial Planned Unit Development (CPUD) zoning district for a project to be known as Lutgert Airport Road CPUD, to allow up to 104,000 square feet of gross leasable area of indoor self-storage including automobile, recreational vehicle, and boat storage. The property is located on the west side of Airport Road North, approximately 320 feet south of Orange Blossom Drive in Section 2, Township 49 South, Range 25 East, Collier County, Florida, consisting of 5± acres and providing an effective date. (This is a Companion item to GMPA-PL202220003934, Orange Blossom/Airport Road Commercial Subdistrict GMPA, Item 26708.) [PL20220000533] (District 2) (26664) NO DISCLOSURE FOR THIS ITEM SEE FILE Meetings Correspondence e-mails Calls 1 Cristina Tiberia From:Rose Schmigle <msrose51@comcast.net> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 10:05 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples Please Read EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. McDaniel, Tomorrow decisions will be made that will affect many people’s lives. Please, before you decide how to vote, consider how changing the zoning from a large lot, single family neighborhood to a mulƟ family neighborhood will affect the people who live there already. They bought their homes, the biggest investment they have ever made, in good faith. They seƩled there because the zoning was appropriate to accommodate their lifestyle. Quiet. Privacy. By changing the zoning aŌer the fact they will be deprived of the very reason they choose to live there. The Ascend project is not appropriate for this area. Please vote NO. Sincerely, Rose Schmigle 4623 Ossabaw Way Naples, FL 34119 Sent from my iPhone 2 Cristina Tiberia From:elruth1@comcast.net Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 9:46 AM To:Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:FW: Ascend Naples apartments EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. From: elruth1@comcast.net <elruth1@comcast.net> Gentlemen, There are several reasons why the proposed apartment complex across from Island Walk is ill- conceived. The first issue is the fact that the exit from the development will only allow for a right turn heading east on VBR. During the morning rush hour(s) those exiƟng the development who need to head west will be forced to cross three lanes of traffic and make a u-turn. This will be extremely difficult and is an accident wai Ɵng to happen. You only need to look at the traffic flow numbers from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM to understand why this is very imprac Ɵcal. Had the development been directly across from Island Walk Blvd with an exit at the light, this issue wouldn’t exist. Another issue is that of affordability. Compare the numbers to those of the recently approved Immokalee project. The NDN quoted $1700+ for a three bedroom for that project, yet the developer of Ascend is asking $1700 for a 20’ x 20’ space. The American dream is home ownership. This cannot be achieved by throwing all your money into something that provides no equity. It would make more sense if this development were for condos instead of apartments. We chose the west coast of Florida 25 years ago, because we did not want to live in the overdeveloped east coast with all its traffic and lack of green space. What a difference 25 years has made. I believe your predecessors had great foresight in seƫng the zoning restricƟons as they did. Please don’t change them now. Let us keep some green space. Respecƞully, EllioƩ LeMoullec 5825 Drummond Way 3 Cristina Tiberia From:Janis Kaufman <jbkaufman3@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 12:02 AM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:ASCEND NAPLES RPUD-PL20220002908 AND GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen: We are not Luddites who are opposed to any form of progress within the county. By the same token, we cannot ignore the fact that the present project in question can create a very dangerous situation for all the owners of Island Walk. It appears to many of us that Vanderbilt Beach Road is rapidly becoming Immokalee Road 2.0. There have been 44 accidents to date immediately in the area of the entrance to Island Walk including one grievous fatality. In addition, we are having considerable difficulty exiting and entering Island Walk particularly during the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., and 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We have an aging community, and it has become apparent that emergency vehicles such as EMS, Fire and Law Enforcement often have difficulty gaining rapid entrancing and exiting of Island Walk. The same situation applies to school buses. The ongoing extension and widening of Vanderbilt Beach Road east of Collier Boulevard is going to exacerbate the traffic situation even more. As you are obviously aware, Vanderbilt Beach Road runs east and west. It is our understanding that the residents of the proposed development will be exiting on to Vanderbilt Beach Road somewhere near the existing area of the cemetery. For these residents to travel westbound, they would first have to cross three lanes of traffic going eastbound, and then make a dangerous u-turn in order to go westbound. This would be particularly problematic for the morning commute when the traffic is at its peak. There are many other safety reasons why this project will affect the lives of members of Island Walk and surrounding communities. We have outlined what we feel is one of the most major considerations that we wish to bring to your attention, and ask you to "vote no" on the rezoning of this project; and, "no" to the approval of Ascend RPUD. Sincerely, Richard and Janis Kaufman 3032 Ellice Way Naples, FL 34119 4 Cristina Tiberia From:Jeff Hardee <jhardee02@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:37 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner: I am a resident of Island Walk and am opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1) I am very concerned about the increase in traffic the project will generate in an area in which we already have excessive traffic during rush hours and too many accidents-- the delays and safety concerns will be daily matters and will have a decidedl y negative impact on our quality of life; 2) I am very concerned about a potential change in zoning to allow multi-family dwelling in a community that I have invested in with the full expectation that the zoning would not change from single family housing; and 3) re-zoning for a developer would add undue pressure to critical services in the community (fire, schools, police), would very likely reduce the value of Island Walk and neighboring homes, and would introduce new safety and security issues that Island Walk would need to be prepared to address, which will surely cost residents money; I earnestly request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to the Ascend RPUD. I am sympathetic to the need for more lower income housing in Naples but this proposed project is in the wrong place, does not address the need for affordable housing and will have too many negative implications for residents like me in Island Walk and surrounding neighborhoods. Our votes count. Please vote NO. Thank you for your service and my very best regards, Jeff To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. ReplyForward 5 6 Cristina Tiberia From:Susan Janke <susanjanke@sbcglobal.net> Sent:Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:23 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Fw: CiG's Ascend proposal EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android Dear Commisioner McDaniel, I am a resident of Islandwalk and am very concerned about the Ascend apartment proposal. While I don't live in your district, I'm sure that the residents you represent are also concerned about re-zoning, new building and increasing traffic in Collier County. I am NOT in favor of the proposed Ascend development. Please vote no to re-zoning. My concerns are related to re-zoning to a high density apartment complex that is not cohesive with single family homes in the Golden Gate Estates and Logan Woods area. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road is highly congested during the morning and evening commute times of 7-10am and 4- 7pm. The proposed 208 apartments will further increase traffic. In addition, the complex will not have a traffic light and the only entrance & exit are via East bound Vanderbilt Beach Road. I fear that when those residents attempt to cross 3 lanes of traffic in order to use the median cross-over to West bound Vanderbilt Beach Road, it will be dangerous to all of us. I'm also concerned about increased response time for EMS, law enforcement, and fire department due to additional traffic. The impact to wildlife will worsen as well. Due to heavy development, flora and fauna are increasingly losing habitat in Collier County. Lastly, this proposed attainable/affordable housing option is neither. 30 small apartments out of 208 are still very expensive and the efficiency and 1 bedroom square footage is barely large enough for 1-2 people. Many of our teachers and first responders have families. They are interested in purchasing or renting affordable homes and apartments that are large enough for families. I recommend exploring other locations to build truly affordable/attainable housing for our service workers rather than a small percentage of these apartments that will be offered to teachers and emergency workers. As a Collier County resident and representative of our community, I hope that you will vote NO on the Ascend proposal. Please make decisions that will help us maintain our beautiful Naples. Sincerely, 7 Susan Janke 5946 Bermuda Lane Naples, FL 34119 Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android 8 Cristina Tiberia From:JILL SCHWARTZ <jill1107@comcast.net> Sent:Sunday, October 22, 2023 4:18 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPDU Hearing EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am an original owner in IslandWalk and have lived here since my villa was completed. I bought in IslandWalk because it provided residential life with trees and wildlife, but was still close to the beach and other amenities. I liked seeing turtles and deer. They are, sadly, mostly gone. Regarding the proposed Ascend apartments, while I believe that the builder will create an attractive complex, the apartments are very small. The common space is crowded. And the number of "affordable" units is also very small (around 60 at most). It seems that this is not a reasonable tradeoff. The use of 'affordable housing' as a justification is laughable. The traffic on VBR is currently a nightmare. I am worried that the addition of 208 apartments will push us over the brink, with the new turn lanes and U turns. During the morning and evening, it is already really congested. Going to the grocery store will become a time consuming event even though the store is barely a mile away. The increase in traffic accidents is bound to get even worse. How many injuries and deaths is too many? Even though we have Emergency Services close by, they will be delayed by traffic. Minutes are important when dealing with an Ambulance/EMT or FIRE emergency. Unfortunately, I have seen both types of emergencies here in IW. (I didn't think that a Devosta Home would burn, but I was wrong!) I would hate to have someone die of a heart attack, because they were waiting for medical services. This proposed apartment complex will also negatively impact the water in our lakes. People in IW have worked diligently to keep our lakes beautiful. Even though the County has 'rules' about water drainage, etc, these would come into play AFTER the damage occurs. And who would pay for the damage? The developer would be gone... Changing the zoning is like breaking a contract with the surrounding property owners. It will change the character of VBR. Many of us moved here because we liked the 'quiet' neighborhood. I am not against progress, but it seems like this is rezoning will destroy the quality of life for those of us who are living (and paying taxes) here. If I wanted congestion and traffic, I would have purchased on the East Coast! Please do not add to the negative effects on our piece of paradise. Sincerely, Jill Bender Schwartz 3373 Cayman Lane 9 Naples, FL 34119 10 Cristina Tiberia From:Ira Levee <levee307@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, October 22, 2023 3:51 PM To:Ira Levee Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: We have been residents of Island Walk for five years. We strenuously object to the above referenced project for the following reasons: The increased traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road in the area of Island Walk will negatively impact access to and from Island walk, not only for its residents, but for any emergency vehicles that need access to Island Walk or any other neighboring community. The extra minutes for EMT, fire and police to arrive can mean the difference between life and death. Increased traffic will also impact school buses and teachers. Has an investigation as to this impact been done? Can the area schools handle the potential increase in school-age children that may move into the area? The rezoning will also impact current owners of single family homes in the Estates. These are only a few reasons for you to vote NO on the rezoning and NO on the approval of Ascend RPUD. Thank you for your consideration of the safety of your constituents and residents of Collier County. -- Barbara and Ira Levee 5239 Hawkesbury Way Naples, FL 34119 (m) 973.868.2675 email: levee307@gmail.com 11 Cristina Tiberia From:Arlene Kapilow <arseekap@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, October 22, 2023 11:22 AM To:ricklacastro@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall; manager@seapointe.com; Rick LoCastro Subject:ASCEND NAPLES EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, We purchased our townhome in Island Walk in 2000, when Vanderbilt Beach road was a two lane highway. We started as snowflakes and then snowbirds and then seasonal because we loved Naples and all it was. Vanderbilt Beach Road had become a six lane road during those years. In 2011 we sold our home in NJ and our town home in Island Walk for a larger home in Island Walk. To this day as I pull into our community I feel a sense of pride and love for Island Walk. It is filled with mostly kind, caring and concerned people. We now have a traffic light at our front exit. Even with that there have been numerous accidents and fatalities. Vanderbilt Road has become extremely congested. At certain times of day the wait to exit takes too long and often you feel as if you are taking your life in your hands when trying to enter or exit our community. Now there is a plan to extend Vanderbilt Beach Road further east, creating more traffic in the future. Right now sitting in your hands is the vote whether to build or NOT build ASCEND NAPLES. Common sense should tell you that this is going to create a fiasco. How many accidents will occur when people leaving that community have to get west. The results will most likely be frustrated, angry drivers leading to more accidents, injury and deaths. What about school buses? The quality of life due to TRAFFIC will decrease. Anger, frustration and annoyance will increase. No one should become a prisoner of their own community. Naples has so much to offer. Vote NO and please find a more suitable location where affordable housing can be purchased. Arlene Kapilow 5327 Hawkesbury Way Island Walk 12 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Kendra Owusu <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:30 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Kendra Owusu 16282 Allura Cir., Apt 1306 Naples, FL 34110-9306 13 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of narvaj@collierschools.com Sent:Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:28 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Jorge Narvaez 4750 Cypress Gradens Loop Fort Myers FL Fort Myers, FL 33966 14 Cristina Tiberia From:brookbay7@comcast.net Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 8:09 PM To:Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am a resident of Island Walk and I greatly oppose the Ascend RPUD. This would cause traffic pile-ups and possibly fatal accidents. Last year alone, we had 44 accidents at the light at Island Walk. The Ascend vehicles making a u-turn at the light at Island Walk would block the view for residents trying to turn left into Island Walk. This would create a dangerous and possibly fatal situation. I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO on the Ascend RPUD. Please stand up for lives and not the developers. Save lives and vote against this project. Get Outlook for iOS 15 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Miltelina Cordero <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 7:18 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender a nd use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I am an essenƟal worker to our veterans in the area and outer areas and I can't find affordable housing. I am a mother of three and I have to go to food pantry's because I can't get assistance and yet I can't afford food. I barely have enough aŌer rent and all other bills. Please I urge you to think about this and help us people in the workforce. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Miltelina Cordero 3616 Seminole ave Naples, FL 34112-5938 16 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Deborah McCrea <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 6:38 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. People need a place affordable to live. We keep giving land to build and teachers and others can't afford it All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Deborah McCrea 2240 Malibu Lake Circle Naples, FL 34119-8790 17 Cristina Tiberia From:martha smith <mjs41353@yahoo.com> Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 4:30 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend apartment EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr commissioner, I am a resident of island walk and have lived there for 5 years.I am greatly opposed to the ascend RPUD for the following reasons: Excess traffic. We already have too many cars on Vanderbilt beach road and Logan. Almost every day we see accidents on Vanderbilt beach road. It is a very dangerous situation to add more traffic for drivers, bikes and pedestrians. I request you vote no on the rezoning and no approval of Ascend . I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents and not the developers.in next years re-election, developers do not vote, but we sure do. Sincerely, David. Granfield and Martha Smith 4416 prescott lane Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPad 18 Cristina Tiberia From:Ken Kapilow <kenkapilow@gmail.com> Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 4:17 PM To:Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; manager@seapointe.com; bill.McDaniel@colliercounty.gov; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Chris.hall@collierguntyfl.gov Subject:Ascend apartment complex EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, I attended a board meeting at Island Walklast night, along with an overflow crowd who were overwhelmingly, NOT in favor of the proposed Ascend project, It's really a simple solution: DON"T let it happen! My wife and I have been residents of IslandWalk since 2001. In the 20+ year here, we have seen Naples go from a beautiful, bucolic, sleepy little town to a Miami wannabe (Just voted one of the 10 worst congested spots in the U.S.) We were residents of the NYC metro area for our entire lives, and eventually were attracted to here by the wonderful living conditions. Green open space, low taxes, wonderful weather and NO TRAFFIC!. I was a road rep in the NY metro area for my career and lived in traffic that could make you crazy every day. I moved here, as opposed to the East Coast where most people from my area moved, to get away from that traffic. Now, 20 years later, what do we have- TRAFFIC!! They say that we should learn from our mistakes; just take a look at Immokalee road, which now is so bad that it is virtually impassable! Now, we are beginning to look for remedies. Don't let this become another Immokalle. Learn from the mistake there of poor zoning, and allow anyone who wants to build to do so with little regard to the consequences! Learn from this mistake! The proposal to rezone the parcel for Ascend was a mistake, and a cave into a developer, as with what seems to be all other developers. They ask, they get. You rarely say NO for an answer to a request to build. The traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road is so bad NOW, that it can easily take 10 minutes or more, or at least 3 traffic lights to get out of the community between 7 and 9 a.m. This isn't even season! Logan Blvd is backed up on the side entrance with people trying to get around it. 19 There is a relatively new EMS station across the road from us, which, because of its proximity to the community, has allowed EMS to get here rapidly toan aging community saving many lives, It's well established that heart attacks commonly happen in the 7 to 9 a.m. period! Now EMS will have to make a turn across all that extra traffic from the new community! Also, this community will be attracting younger families with kids, who need school buses. Did you ever see a school bus try to cross 3 lanes of traffic in rush hour? The runoff from this community will go directly into our lakes, and pollute the pristine beauty of them which are an integral part of our community. The traffic survey done in 2020 says that 250,000 cars use Vanderbilt Beach road daily. That was 2020, and now, one can only guess how many more. This , coupled with the extension of Vanderbilt Beach road will make this another Immokalle road, if not worse! The small number of "affordable housing units" in this project does not defray the damage to be done to an 1850 home established community. There has just been approval for over 10,000 new homes farther east in 3 villages. This would make far more sense to build there. Cheaper, and also, more accessible. Don't shoot first and ask questions later. This has been a mistake from the time this was rezoned. DStop it here! We have a petition with almost 50 % of the community signing it, and many are not yet here for the season. We vote, and want to keep what little peace and quiet is left here, with access to and from our community. VOTE NO PLEASE!!! If you want to see what the real time version is, come here one weekday a.m between 7 and 9 a.m or 5-7 p.m and see what we live with now and just add this insult to injury! It's not pretty. Ken Kapilow 5327 Hawkesbury Way Naples, fl 34119 20 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Crolyn McAlear-Feingold <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 4:12 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I'm a teacher, and I grew up here, but I cannot afford to stay. We need access to places like this if you'd like to have teachers for our schools. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Crolyn McAlear-Feingold 3740 18th Ave NE Naples, FL 34120-3521 21 Cristina Tiberia From:Barbara Brown <bbrown36632aol.com@icloud.com> Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 3:44 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend NaplesRPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner; We are residents of Island Walk and have lived here for 21 years. We are greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: We are both retired from The Dept of Veterans Affairs and as health care providers during our careers we think of Safety First. Traffic lights at Logan Blvd and Island Walk have been a major source of concern during many years. A call has been made regarding this issue and to consider increasing the flow of traffic and congestion is unheard of at this time. Traffic backup in front of Island Walk exit has resulted in numerous auto accidents which have already occurred at that entrance/exit. The light is not synchronized which causes many back ups at Island Walk exit. The Ascend apartments would eventually use Island Walk traffic lights causing even greater delays and accidents. Many of us are Seniors and the need for EMT is a major concern with getting help when needed at the appropriate time. As many of you know the heart /stroke issues require immediate attention. This also is important for all age groups. We request the you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect each of you as Commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents and NOT the developers. WE HOPE YOU WILL SUPPORT US AS YOUR CONSTITUENTS AND VOTE “NO” TO APPROVAL OF ASCENT RPUD. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE WORK YOU DO. BARBARA AND STEWART C. BROWN 4436 Prescott Lane Naples, Fla. 34119 22 Cristina Tiberia From:rsvp.msb@comcast.net Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 11:09 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Fwd: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am strongly opposed to the rezoning for the Ascend Naples RPUD development. There is only one traffic light from 951 to Logan Boulevard, which is at our development. Since the Ascend development can only turn right, many people will need to make a U-turn which is extremely dangerous in the morning when traffic is already heavy and can block our exit. School buses and emergency vehicles already have problems making time-sensitive entries and exits, but in Ascend trying to get kids to school on time and life saving people to a hospital with only a right turn is looking for tragedy! Lastly when people invest in a community, they check the rules governing them. Where are the schools, hospitals, zoning restrictions, traffic, and what buildings are around them. They feel lied to, a victim of a terrible crime when you change the game for the financial gain of a few! Muriel S. Brown rsvp.msb@comcast.net 4057 Trinidad Way Naples, FL 23 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill Louis <teuhydro@hotmail.com> Sent:Saturday, October 21, 2023 10:55 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:FW: Vote NO on the rezoning for Ascend on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Sorry – typo in your address. From: Bill Louis Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 10:51 AM To: Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov; Chris.hall@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt.saunders@colliercountyfl.gov; Dan.kowal@colliercountyfl.gov; Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountfl.gov Subject: Vote NO on the rezoning for Ascend on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Gentlemen – My wife and I live in Islandwalk, across from the proposed Ascend development. The rezoning to permit this development to go forward should be rejected by all of you at the forthcoming hearing. Not only is the development completely inappropriate for the proposed locaƟon, but the traffic consequences will be very severe. Ascend is to be located on a quiet (up to now) street, Cherry Wood Drive, that, like the rest of the area in Golden Gate Estates, consists exclusively of single family homes on large lots. It’s hard to imagine that this rezoning is proposed for such a locaƟon, and I’m sure that the homeowners in the vicinity are, understandably, outraged. Since the only access will be on Vanderbilt Beach Road, all traffic leaving this complex to go West will need to make a U- turn on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. To accomplish this will require crossing three lanes of a heavily travelled road to reach the U-turn lane, and then aƩempt to do so into an equal three lanes of Westbound traffic. Making a leŌ turn into Islandwalk is very challenging now, and we have a traffic light. Traffic rouƟnely backs up from our light so that the U-turn will be very difficult. We have had accidents at our light and the U-turners will undoubtedly cause more. Please do not approve the proposed zoning change for Ascend. Thank you very much. Bill Louis 4366 Queen Elizabeth Way 24 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Ann Crews <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Friday, October 20, 2023 7:52 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Ann Crews Anncrews@comcast.net Naples, FL 34112 25 Cristina Tiberia From:Barbara Evans <bevans@championsforlearning.org> Sent:Friday, October 20, 2023 2:08 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. McDaniel, I’d like to express my support for Ascend Naples, a proposed multi-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I believe that Ascend Naples will help address Collier County’s attainable housing concerns by setting aside more than one-third of its units for affordable workforce housing. Education is in a state of crisis. Recruitment and retention of teachers remains a serious struggle for the state of Florida, reaching record-breaking levels, according to the Florida Education Association. Affordable housing has become a growing issue for Collier’s educators. Awareness of the lack of affordable housing for our educators began to surface back in 2017, when the Urban Land Institute reported that educators had been priced out of the local housing market. It is an issue that no longer only impacts people who are living in poverty. Many working individuals and families are struggling to locate and secure opportunities for affordable housing due to rising rent and home prices, higher utilities expenses, and increasing mortgage rates. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity states that 61.4% of Collier workers cannot afford even a one-bedroom apartment in Collier County. Unfortunately, the situation has only grown worse over the past six years and exasperated by unprecedented disasters like the Coronavirus pandemic and Hurricane Ian. I was pleased to hear that CIG Communities has set aside 34% of the proposed 208 units, or 71 units, for Collier County workers. This commitment shows that CIG Communities understands the housing needs of our community and is dedicated to making sure our essential workers, including teachers, law enforcement officers and health care providers, can live and work in the community they serve. Situated in the urban Golden Gate Estates, Ascend Naples is ideally located near major employers, shopping centers and other destinations. CIG Communities has made it clear they intend to be good neighbors, making a variety of commitments designed to ensure Ascend Naples has no impact on nearby residents. Furthermore, I fully believe that all areas of our community, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, should share in the responsibility to provide attainable housing alternatives for those working nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creating high-quality, affordable housing options for Collier’s essential service providers, but also supporting the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. This community also has the support of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Collier County planning staff and a recommendation of approval from the Collier County Planning Commission. 26 I strongly encourage you to approve CIG Communities applications for Ascend Naples, allowing this important community project to move forward. Anchoring our educator workforce must become a priority for our county. All my best, Barbara Evans To serve as a catalyst for educational success by investing in Collier’s students and educators. Make a contribution today! Barbara Evans, CFRE President and CEO 3606 Enterprise Avenue, #150 Naples, FL 34104 Direct: 239-687-1378 Office: 239-643-4755 Fax: 239-643-4799 BEvans@ChampionsForLearning.org www.ChampionsForLearning.org Disclaimer The information contained in this communication from the sender is confidential. It is intended solely for use by the recipient and others authorized to receive it. If you are not the recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking action in relation of the contents of this information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. This email has been scanned for viruses and malware, and may have been automatically archived by Mimecast Ltd, an innovator in Software as a Service (SaaS) for business. Providing a safer and more useful place for your human generated data. Specializing in; Security, archiving and compliance. To find out more Click Here. 27 Cristina Tiberia From:Diana Stowers <dianastowers@aol.com> Sent:Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:21 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 19, 2023 Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I am a permanent resident of Island Walk and have owned here since 2002. I am very opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: In 2001 when my husband and I exited I75 at Pine Ridge Road, we were VERY impressed with the lush, green landscape and the laid back feel of the area. We felt we were in paradise compared with the east coast of FL and DC (where I grew up) and have felt this way ever since. When my husband, Larry, passed away in 2016, I became a permanent resident and absolutely love it here. The Ascend planned project is not going to preserve any of the lush landscape. It will be a blah apartment complex. In a few years Golden Gate will look like the apartment city at the intersection of I75 and Alico Road! Please DO NOT open this Pandora’s Box. The affordable units will probably become seasonal units as soon as the lease is up, and the investors will get what they want!! $$$ Please vote NO. Thank you from all of the residents in Island Walk. Sincerely, Diana D. Stowers 2710 Island Pond Lane, Naples, FL 34119 28 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Susan McCann <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:08 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. Affordable Collier County housing is greatly needed to slow the exodus of our teachers, nurses, government employees, transportaƟon workers, etc. from their jobs within our county. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Susan McCann 7959 Bristol Circle Naples, FL 34120-0705 29 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Jean Mertine <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Thursday, October 19, 2023 5:54 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Jean MerƟne jean.merƟne.marykay@gmail.com Naples , FL 34112 30 Cristina Tiberia From:Jack Weld <jw2014@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, October 19, 2023 4:24 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD- PL20220002908 and GMPA- PL2022003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 19, 2023 Dear Mr. Commissioner: I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived there for 2 1/2 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: There will be an increase in traffic which will affect Island Walk residents. The Ascend apartments will increase noise, lights, traffic, crime, and traffic accidents in the vicinity of Island Walk. The apartments will cause the environmental destruction of the current preserve and endangered species. The proposed rezoning would break the existing contract with residents in the urban estates. I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents, and NOT the developers. In next year's re-election, developers do not vote, BUT I DO! Sincerely, John P. Weld, Jr. 3033 Futuna Lane Naples, FL 34119 31 Cristina Tiberia From:Randy Kosloski <rskosloski@hotmail.com> Sent:Thursday, October 19, 2023 8:24 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Napes Zoning Request EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. McDaniel, I am writing to you about the Ascend Naples project which is seeking rezoning. I would strongly ask you to vote against this rezoning request. While in general terms I support rezoning efforts for things like city core redevelopment, expansion of the city core and even low-income housing to support all members of a community this project does not meet any of those requirements. This is truly a profit grab with a token low-income component. Do not let them fool you into believing this is for low-income individuals (if it is less than 50% of the units it is a token not a solution!). This area was zoned and created to support a certain number of homes from its roads to the support structures built here and even the commercial spaces adding high density development into the area violates that design and invites many unintended consequences. Please do not vote for this and cause many other hidden costs to surface in the years to come. We, as your constituents and tax payers in Collier County, deserve to have confidence that when we move into an area that is zoned and mostly built-up that the “rules” will not change! Please do the right thing and reject this request. Sincerely, Randolf Kosloski 4009 Trinidad Way Naples, FL 34119 32 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Mary Connor <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 9:20 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:I support Ascend Naples! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing opƟons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Mary Connor 1434 Wildwood Lane Naples, FL 34105-3259 33 Cristina Tiberia From:WT Pearson <wt@premiermail.net> Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 4:30 PM To:Rick LoCastro Cc:Austin Howell; Aixa Capizzi; Louise Jarvis; Sue Filson; Sarina Francis; Cristina Tiberia; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel; WT Pearson Subject:Ascend Naples - Letter of Support Attachments:Ascend Support Letter.pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Chairman LoCastro and Commissioners, Please find aƩached a leƩer of support for the Ascend Naples project from the Habitat NextGen Board. It is difficult for our members to aƩend commission meeƟngs in person due to their current professional commitments. However, we hope this leƩer is sufficient to convey our support. Respecƞully, W.T. Pearson, President The Habitat NextGen Board 34 Cristina Tiberia From:Becky Burnett <whatthehecbeck@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 1:16 PM Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 18, 2023 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here for 5 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1) The amount of traffic on Vanderbilt is becoming as bad as Immokalee at certain times of the day. Building across from Island Walk will only make Vanderbilt more of a parking lot! At certain times of the day, a left turn into Island Walk is nearly impossible unless you wait for the green left turn arrow. 2) Please consider leaving some areas untouched for our wild life. They are running out of places to live with all the building here in Naples. Leaving areas untouched would be a nice change! I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents, and NOT the developers! In next year’s re-election, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO!! Sincerely, Becky Burnett 3089 Futuna Lane 35 Cristina Tiberia From:Amy Kurtz <wazupaim@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 9:05 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 18, 2023 Ascend Naples (GMAP) & (PUDZ) PL20220003213 & PL20220002908 Dear Commissioner: By now you are probably aware of a commercial rental complex, Ascend Naples, proposed to be built between Vanderbilt Beach Rd. and Cherry Wood Drive. As a homeowner on Cherry Wood Dr., in Golden Gate Estates, for nearly 35 years, it is shocking that this is even a consid eration with the density rules pertaining to GGE. 208 dwellings would be backed up to the middle area of the street. This is probably the most non-cohesive amendment and rezone to hit Collier County. The caveat to approve this dense, mixed-use sub-distric t, is its affordable housing component of 71 apartments. We, on Cherry Wood and nearby areas, are for affordable housing, or “attainable” in this instance. These few units are just not worth the massive changes in density and impacts to the surroundings. The project is inconsistent with several goals and objectives in the GGAMP and the Urban GGE Sub-Element and recent restudies. The petitioner took a calculated risk to purchase this lower-priced and incompatibly zoned property, with the intent that Collie r County would allow their project. That seems quite presumptuous! He is entitled to request, but not necessarily receive. The petitioner has been downplaying that the development is even in GGE. Purposely mentioned is Vanderbilt Beach Road, and east of Logan Blvd., but rarely mentions Cherry Wood Drive to the south. Even our hearing notice from the county does not mention Cherry Wood Dr. They continue to state that this 208-unit, commercial apartment complex, with 30 TIMES the allowable density, will be “compatible with and complimentary to the surroundings”. To say the very least, this is an outlandish statement. We care for and enjoy our cohesive community. We paid more to live closer to town and enjoy the surrounding acreage and privacy that Logan Woods affords. It is not judicious to intrude on the unique character embraced by so many, to garner a few rentals and help fill Collier County’s AH quotas and tax revenues. It creates mistrust that those empowered will undo the provision for “protection of the rural character of Golden Gate Estates.” 36 All who moved into this community did so for the space, quiet, privacy, not to live in, or among, densely populated apartments. Our Cherry Wood Drive area already has a built environment that is serving the community. We have EMS Station 76 on the corner of Logan and VBR, a massive pump station on the northside of Cherry Wood and the 24+ acre Palm Royale Cemetery. (which came in under AG zoning) Our community has already been impacted, as you can see. I feel for the 9 hard-working families who have just built or moved into their dream homes, and now are faced with this massive change next door. It seems as though Collier County’s planning strategy is to infill all available lots along arterial roadways with commercial apartments and businesses. This 17.5 acres could easily be retained within the GGAMP’s low-density character and be subdivided into 7 Estate lots for 7 compatible homes, as intended. Possibly, a change for a few more than the allotted, 1:2.25 acres, could be considered. The nearly 15 acres of excessive land clearing on these Cherry Wood parcels, and the additional population of well over 400, plus pets and noise, would forever change the quality of life for all living here, not to mention the many forms of native wildlife inhabiting this property. Ascend is not a compatible land use within GGE. There is no justification in saying it is. We hope you will look beyond the scope of the petitioner’s two pluses… “Attainable housing” and location fronting VBR, and conclude that this 17.5 acres along the middle of a GGE road, is too incohesive within this location. Besides radically impinging on our neighborhood, it will set a new precedent for further spot zoning throughout our county. This incompatible project, redesignating the subject property from Estates to an Urban Mixed Use District, disregards the GMP, the GGAMP, The Collier County LDC, The Urban GGE Restudies, the amendments to the GGE Sub-Element and Future Land Use Map and Map series and the wishes of all the residents of Cherry Wood Drive. This disparity should lead you to conclude that this is the wrong place to build high-density. We urge you to oppose the Ascend Naples comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning. Sincerely, Amy Kurtz 4860 Cherry Wood Drive 37 Cristina Tiberia From:JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 6:22 AM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel Subject:Fwd: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen You were both in attendance at the BCC meeting that was held in June of 2022, I have made references to that meeting and discussions regarding NIMS below. I submit the same question to you considering the Oath of Office you took when seated. “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, protect and defend the Constitution and Government of the United States and of the State of Florida; The question for you as well as the other BCC members is : Do you still support the citizens ability to exercise their first amendment right to free speech? Mr Bronsdon 4990 Cherrywood Drive ---------- Original Message ---------- From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> To: Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> Date: 10/17/2023 8:38 AM EDT Subject: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 Commissioner Saunders Thank you for your response to my E-mail. Below is a excerpt of some of your comments made in a BCC meeting n June of 2022 in which there was discussion regarding the conduct of a few of the people in the audience and forced the meeting to shut down. . Commissioner Saunders said “I agree completely that we are living in some interesting times. There is extreme partisanship. There were even screams from the audience about ‘go home liberals’… that has nothing to do with the meeting.” Saunders also said “I don’t want the folks that disrupted that meeting to think that they had a victory. Because that victory would be that the NIM didn’t go forward and therefore there is no project. I think that in this particular case, they had the NIM and the matter should move forward. They shouldn’t be required to have another NIM because people in the audience became disruptive and shut it down. Because if we make that determination that the NIM did not occur because it shut down because of what transpired there, that 38 is going to encourage people to disrupt NIM’s in the future.” Saunders said “I am not suggesting any of us support the project. It’s just that the process has to move forward.” Below is a quote from the article by the author of the article as it appeared in the Coastal Breeze June 23, 2022 "Commissioners all agreed they support a citizen’s ability to exercise their first amendment right and to object to whatever is going on but that this is a public safety issue" In the case of the NIM held on 11-16-2022 it appears that it was the petitioner and county staff that interfered with the meeting being held in an appropriate and safe venue and in compliance with the Administrative Code Chapter 8 Sec. B. To accept the NIM as it was held or to waive the NIM altogether would be a violation of the Constitutionally protected rights free speech rights of the citizens. You took the Oath of Office along with the other members of the BCC, it includes this . “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, protect and defend the Constitution and Government of the United States and of the State of Florida; The question for you as well as the other BCC members is : Do you still support the citizens ability to exercise their first amendment right to free speech? I would be appropriate to get an answer to this question. Mr.Bronsdon On 10/16/2023 9:53 AM EDT BurtCommissioners all agreed they support a citizen’s ability to exercise their first amendment right and to object to whatever is going on but that this is a public safety issue. Saunders <burt.saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> wrote: Mr. Bronsdon, This will acknowledge receipt of your email regarding the proposed Ascend Naples development. Thank you for taking the time to voice your views. I will take your comments into consideration when this issue comes before the Board of County Commissioners. Please be advised that you can attend the Board meeting to make your comments part of the public record. All persons wishing to speak on Agenda items must register prior to presentation of the Agenda item to be addressed and will receive up to 3 minutes to speak. 39 I greatly appreciate the opportunity to represent you on the Collier County Commission. Thank you for helping to make Collier County a great place to live, work and play. Burt Saunders District 3 Commissioner Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite #303 Naples, FL 34112 P: (239) 252-8603 To subscribe to our District 3 Newsletter Click Here From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 9:29 AM To: Rick LoCastro <Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov>; Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov>; Dan Kowal <Dan.Kowal@colliercountyfl.gov>; Chris Hall <Chris.Hall@colliercountyfl.gov>; Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov>; Amy Patterson <Amy.Patterson@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good Morning Collier County Commissioners and Manager 40 My name is Jeff Bronsdon, I'm a 26 + year homeowner on Cherrywood Drive specifically 4990 Cherrywood Dr. I strongly object to the proposal to develop a 208 unit apartment complex on Cherrywood Drive. 1.The petitioner failed to hold an in person NIMS meeting in compliance with Collier County Administrative Code Chapter 8 Sec B. The petitioner attempted to host a NIM on 11-16-2022 at a venue that brought numerous objections from the community as a whole prior to the NIM. The location was strongly endorsed by Michael Bosi, Director of Planning & Development Collier County. The meeting was attempted as planned at the venue endorsed by Michael Bosi. The meeting was held outside in the dark and in direct violation of Local, State and Federal Statutes that require at the minimum handicap accommodations and working indoor restrooms. The conditions at the attempted meeting were reported VIA complaints addressed to Numerous County officials including, Michael Bosi, Amy Patterson, Growth Management staff and the sitting BCC. Administrative Code for Land Development Chapter 2 Sec. B: "Conduct of Meeting: The Collier County staff Planner assigned to attend the pre-application meeting, or designee must attend the NIM and will serve as the facilitator of the meeting". Additionally "The applicant is required to audio or video tape the proceedings of the meeting and to provide a copy to the planning & Zoning Department." Did a Collier County staff member attend and facilitate the NIM on 11-16- 2022? Who was the Collier County staff member that attended this meeting and serve as the "facilitator of the meeting" ? Did the staff member report the unacceptable conditions at the venue to their immediate supervisor? Why was this petition advanced to the planning Commission and then to the BCC without a NIM being held in an appropriate venue? Is there a video or audio recording of this NIM on record at the Planning & Zoning Department? There is a strong suggestion of Malfeasance or at best misfeasance in the way this petition has been handled or mishandled by Collier County staff. 41 2. The apartment complex is completely out of character with any of the neighboring properties on Cherrywood Drive as well as the surrounding area known and zoned as Urban Golden Gate Estates, and is not allowed per the Urban Golden Gate Estates Master Plan. This area is specifically zoned as low density housing with large wooded lots and is limited to one house per 2.25 acres. 3. The actual height of this complex, according to the petitioners power point presentation is 45 feet from final grade of the area. The majority of the homes on Cherrywood drive are single story with an average height of 14 feet and few of the newer homes being 2 story with an average height of 28 feet from finished grade. The apartment complex as described by the petitioner would be 3 times taller than the majority of surrounding homes and almost twice the height of the few newer two story surrounding structures. The City of Naples has commercial building height restriction of 42 feet regardless of the commercial use. 4. The petitioner has presented a number of area comparisons in their power point presentation. All the comparisons were of "Commercial" use PUD in areas bordering Urban Golden Gate Estates zoning. They wish to build a 208 unit apartment complex which is classified as a "Commercial Multi-Family" PUD. There is a significant difference between the two types of occupancies within these developments. Commercial use is for businesses with a set time of business type activity typically between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm by a limited number of occupancies. A Commercial Multi-Family development is a 24/7 hour operation, in this particular case it will be 208 households and all the activities the members of those households bring to this neighborhood. Neither the county officials or the property manager will have any ability whatsoever to restrict the activities or control the negative impacts they will bring to the surrounding area. 5. The petitioner so far has offered no realistic or effective plans to shield Cherrywood Drive residents from the significant negative impacts related to the construction activities, post construction maintenance activities and the overwhelming presence of the over 200 additional households that will be located less the 70 feet from Cherrywood Drive with approximately 800 feet of road frontage. Cherrywood Dr. is a narrow unlit street with no sidewalks which could very easily become overwhelmed with playing children, pedestrians and individuals walking their dogs and not picking up after them. 42 Mr. Bronsdon Stadium Naples 1997? NDN 2012 good read Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 43 Cristina Tiberia From:Robert Coll <rjc7424@aol.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 4:33 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner McDaniel: The Ascend Naples RPUD development project presented to the electorate for our consideration is another example of 'Putting the Cart before the Horse'. This has been the modous operandi in Collier County for too long. BUILD ROADS NOT HOMES The planned extension of Vanderbilt Road is but a distraction from the proposed building of hundreds of homes in an area which has had serious traffic and safety problems for some time. BUILD ROADS NOT HOMES Robert J. Coll 2956 Gilford Way Naples FL 34119 44 Cristina Tiberia From:Geri Ruhl <samanthapep@comcast.net> Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 11:48 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-pl-20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. ---------- Original Message ---------- From: Geri Ruhl <samanthapep@comcast.net> Date: 10/17/2023 11:45 AM EDT Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-pl-202200032 Dear Mr. Commissioner: We are residents of Island Walk and have lived here for 10 years. We are greatly opposed to the Asced RPUD following reasons: We have more than our share of accidents entering and exiting our Community onto Vanderbilt Beach Road intersecting with Logan Blvd. and we feel strongly that this issue would add tremendously to the already existing problem here. We request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of the Ascend RPUD. We would expect the commissioers to stand up for us, your constituents and NOT the developers. In next year's re-election, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO. Sincerely, Geraldine Ruhl and Christopher Wesley 4117 Tabago Lane, Island Walk, Fl. 34119 45 Cristina Tiberia From:JEWELL BAILEY <jbailey222@aol.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 12:48 AM To:Rick.locstro@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA- PL20220003213 Questions for decision-makers EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I request that you please vote NO on the re-zoning and vote NO on approval of Ascend RPUD. As an IslandWalk resident , I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD. We are graciously requesting the commissioners to respect our community and the negative impact this will have on our area. Please consider the impact on our infrastructure, which cannot support this group of developers that are only considering their profits. Please demonstrate the courage to support the thousands of people in this area who are your constituent As a [former career] licensed residential builder for years I do not see an infrastructure that will support such a development and still yield respect to current families who live here. Our schools, the increase in traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Rd., stressed water provisions and utilities, and environmental changes that will displace so many species. I am very surprised how elected officials can support this in good faith to the community who elected them and support this development. Changes in roads, space in schools, and utilities are only part of it. Are any of the developers planning to live there? Of course not. It seems profits and political pressure have moved this project this far forward. I am asking you to take another look at the overall impact and respect the IslandWalk voice. Also please consider the fact that rents are actually NOT AFFORDABLE for service workers to live in Naples. This includes for example, teachers (who earn $65,000 yr), and nurses, firemen and police officers, who have relative incomes and families who would not be comfortable in such small living spaces. Please consider their lives if they have to live in a cramped space with such high cost rents. Your YES vote sets the scene for an eventual slum neighborhood, building units that are overpriced now and eventually become lower rent neighborhoods because they are not family friendly or affordable. Low to medium income workers will continue to commute rather that choose to be cramped into inadequate spaces without adequate guest parking or adequate green space for children to play except in the cemetery. As your constituent and not a developer, I ask that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO on approval of Ascend RPUD. At a minimum, please pause this project and re-consider the actual impact of Ascend until courage is mustered to do the right thing for Naples residents. Remember that we have a few thousand votes right here in IslandWalk, and as your constituents we are asking for YOUR VOTE OF NO TO ASCEND. Give us your NO vote and you will be assured of ours! Sincerely and Respectfully, J. Bailey 3412 Cayman Lane Naples, FL 34119 46 Cristina Tiberia From:Frank Guisto <guisto@comcast.net> Sent:Monday, October 16, 2023 3:45 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 16, 2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner: I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived there for over twenty years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1. Traffic congesƟon and accessibility to our development 2. The proposed rezoning of the vacant land from residenƟal to commercial zoning I am requesting you vote NO on the rezoning and NO to the approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for the residents, your constituents and NOT for the developers. Please be assured that the developers DO NOT VOTE, but the constituents SURE DO! Thank you for taking this into consideration before you cast your vote. Sincerely, Frank and Agnes Guisto 3828 Valentia Way Naples, FL 34119 47 Cristina Tiberia From:Frank Guisto <guisto@comcast.net> Sent:Monday, October 16, 2023 3:44 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 16, 2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner: I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived there for over twenty years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1. Traffic congesƟon and accessibility to our development 2. The proposed rezoning of the vacant land from residenƟal to commercial zoning I am requesting you vote NO on the rezoning and NO to the approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for the residents, your constituents and NOT for the developers. Please be assured that the developers DO NOT VOTE, but the constituents SURE DO! Thank you for taking this into consideration before you cast your vote. Sincerely, Frank and Agnes Guisto 3828 Valentia Way Naples, FL 34119 48 Cristina Tiberia From:Corinne Riccardi <neapolitancr@aol.com> Sent:Monday, October 16, 2023 1:38 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA -PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I am wriƟng this leƩer in regard to the 17.5 acre proposed Ascend apartment development complex to be built on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Rd. west of Royals Palm Cemetery and the concern of likely negaƟve impacts to our community here in Island Walk. Here are a few concerns: 1) AlteraƟons to VB Road and potenƟal potenƟal to direct storm water runoff into Island Walk’s lake systems. 2) The impact traffic in front of our community. The increased traffic from the 208 apartments also increase the risk of traffic potenƟal traffic accidents in the close vicinity of our community. As a resident in the Island Walk community, these are real concerns. Therefore, I am vehemently objecƟng to the approval of this proposed project along with many others in Island Walk. Please vote against this project in support of our Island Walk community. Your “no” vote will make a difference in my “yes” vote for your reelecƟon in 2024. Thank you for your kind aƩenƟon and concern for our community! Sincerely, Corinne Riccardi Island Walk resident Sent from my iPhone 49 Cristina Tiberia From:JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> Sent:Monday, October 16, 2023 9:29 AM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall; Bill McDaniel; Amy Patterson Subject:Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good Morning Collier County Commissioners and Manager My name is Jeff Bronsdon, I'm a 26 + year homeowner on Cherrywood Drive specifically 4990 Cherrywood Dr. I strongly object to the proposal to develop a 208 unit apartment complex on Cherrywood Drive. 1.The petitioner failed to hold an in person NIMS meeting in compliance with Collier County Administrative Code Chapter 8 Sec B. The petitioner attempted to host a NIM on 11-16-2022 at a venue that brought numerous objections from the community as a whole prior to the NIM. The location was strongly endorsed by Michael Bosi, Director of Planning & Development Collier County. The meeting was attempted as planned at the venue endorsed by Michael Bosi. The meeting was held outside in the dark and in direct violation of Local, State and Federal Statutes that require at the minimum handicap accommodations and working indoor restrooms. The conditions at the attempted meeting were reported VIA complaints addressed to Numerous County officials including, Michael Bosi, Amy Patterson, Growth Management staff and the sitting BCC. Administrative Code for Land Development Chapter 2 Sec. B: "Conduct of Meeting: The Collier County staff Planner assigned to attend the pre-application meeting, or designee must attend the NIM and will serve as the facilitator of the meeting". Additionally "The applicant is required to audio or video tape the proceedings of the meeting and to provide a copy to the planning & Zoning Department." Did a Collier County staff member attend and facilitate the NIM on 11-16-2022? Who was the Collier County staff member that attended this meeting and serve as the "facilitator of the meeting" ? Did the staff member report the unacceptable conditions at the venue to their immediate supervisor? Why was this petition advanced to the planning Commission and then to the BCC without a NIM being held in an appropriate venue? Is there a video or audio recording of this NIM on record at the Planning & Zoning Department? There is a strong suggestion of Malfeasance or at best misfeasance in the way this petition has been handled or mishandled by Collier County staff. 2. The apartment complex is completely out of character with any of the neighboring properties on Cherrywood Drive as well as the surrounding area known and zoned as Urban Golden Gate Estates, and is not allowed per the Urban Golden Gate Estates Master Plan. This area is specifically zoned as low density housing with large wooded lots and is limited to one house per 2.25 acres. 50 3. The actual height of this complex, according to the petitioners power point presentation is 45 feet from final grade of the area. The majority of the homes on Cherrywood drive are single story with an average height of 14 feet and few of the newer homes being 2 story with an average height of 28 feet from finished grade. The apartment complex as described by the petitioner would be 3 times taller than the majority of surrounding homes and almost twice the height of the few newer two story surrounding structures. The City of Naples has commercial building height restriction of 42 feet regardless of the commercial use. 4. The petitioner has presented a number of area comparisons in their power point presentation. All the comparisons were of "Commercial" use PUD in areas bordering Urban Golden Gate Estates zoning. They wish to build a 208 unit apartment complex which is classified as a "Commercial Multi- Family" PUD. There is a significant difference between the two types of occupancies within these developments. Commercial use is for businesses with a set time of business type activity typically between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm by a limited number of occupancies. A Commercial Multi- Family development is a 24/7 hour operation, in this particular case it will be 208 households and all the activities the members of those households bring to this neighbo rhood. Neither the county officials or the property manager will have any ability whatsoever to restrict the activities or control the negative impacts they will bring to the surrounding area. 5. The petitioner so far has offered no realistic or effective plans to shield Cherrywood Drive residents from the significant negative impacts related to the construction activities, post construction maintenance activities and the overwhelming presence of the over 200 additional households that will be located less the 70 feet from Cherrywood Drive with approximately 800 feet of road frontage. Cherrywood Dr. is a narrow unlit street with no sidewalks which could very easily become overwhelmed with playing children, pedestrians and individuals walking their dogs and not picking up after them. Mr. Bronsdon Stadium Naples 1997? NDN 2012 good read 51 Cristina Tiberia From:Linda Johnson <ldjinparadise@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 16, 2023 7:53 AM To:Bill McDaniel; Burt.sanders@colliercountyfl.gov; Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Rick.locstro@colliercountyfl.gov; manager@seapointnc.com Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. My husband and I have been residents of Island Walk for 20 years. We chose to live there being it was in the quiet outskirts of Naples. We are adamantly opposed in what is being proposed across the street from Island Walk. The Ascend RPUD due to many reasons that a majority of the residents have brought to your attention. Heavy traffic, traffic lights getting in and out of Island Walk totally impossible! There have already been way too many accidents because of it. Let alone having a EMT station close by that would make it difficult for them to exit out of. There are so many reasons not to change this zoning from single family residential. I request that you please vote NO on ReZoning and NO to Ascend RPUD. We voted for you to stand up for us and NOT the developers. They do NOT vote! There are other areas they can build. Don’t give in to them and their greed! Let common sense Guide your decision! Thank you for your time and support! Linda and Kirk Johnson 5940 Jarvis Ln 52 Cristina Tiberia From:Anne Golino <agolino9098@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, October 15, 2023 8:48 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:ASCEND RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am writing to you to vote NO on the proposed Ascend community. My name is Anne Golino and I live in Island walk. The majority of our residents are against this project, Service workers are looking for "attainable" homes to purchase, not rent. The traffic currently is terrible on Vanderbilt Beach Road. With Portofino adding new condos next door, Vanderbilt Reserve continues to build, Sonoma Oaks also building new units, our neighborhood is already overgrown. We cannot afford or want additional congestion. Please stand with the residents and not the developers on this project. Thank you Anne Golino 3839 Valentia Way 53 Cristina Tiberia From:Marilyn Wahl-Walker <wahlwalker@gmail.com> Sent:Saturday, October 14, 2023 5:20 PM To:Rick.locstro@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioners, I am a resident of Island Walk and lived here for 6 years . I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: We moved to Island Walk to get away from all the traffic and noise of Immokalee Road to enjoy the peace and quiet of Island Walk. Adding more traffic to Vanderbilt Beach Road is dangerous and disruptive to our single family neighborhood and displacing more wildlife in the undeveloped areas across the street. Affordable or "attainable" housing is a great idea as it is much needed by service workers, but they are looking for homes to purchase not apartments to rent. I hope you will consider the concerns of our neighbors and rethink this bad decision. Sincerely, Marilyn Walker 4028 Trinidad Way, Island Walk 54 Cristina Tiberia From:Frank Hemrick <hemricks2@gmail.com> Sent:Saturday, October 14, 2023 2:02 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples-RPUD 20220002908 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner McDaniel; My name is Frank Hemrick and I live in the Island Walk community directly across from the proposed Ascend Naples. I respectfully suggest that you vote NO on the above referenced project for the following reasons; 1. The spot rezoning that this project calls for breaks the existing contract with the residents in the urban estates, and paves the way for additional projects that may also require rezoning. 2. The currently proposed traffic pattern that requires residents from the apartments to exit right, cross 3 lanes of traffic to make a U turn in order to travel west on Vanderbilt Beach Road will be unworkable between the hours of 6:30 and 8:30 AM when it's bumper to bumper traffic. It will be worse once we are in season and I am concerned that the accident rate will increase. 3. What the developer is calling "attainable" apartments will not be, based on the average monthly salaries of our service workers (teachers, firefighters, police.and EMT's) compared with the proposed monthly rents for the units. There are other reasons why this project is not a good fit for the proposed location, but I felt these 3 were the most salient. Please give this your serious consideration and vote no on this project. Thank You 55 Cristina Tiberia From:GEORGE TERZICK <gterzick@comcast.net> Sent:Saturday, October 14, 2023 1:12 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD- PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioners; I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here full time for 20 years. I am definitely opposed to Ascend Naples RPUD for the following reasons: !. Current traffic conditions between the hours of 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM going west are intolerable and the same conditions from 3PM - 6Pm going east are the same. 2. There have also been several accidents not only with cars, but with large pay loader trucks. At least one causing the death of one of our residents . Recently there was a 5 car accident in front of our gate. Putting this will make it much worse and more dangerous. 3. The majority of our residents are 65 and older. 4. This will impact our EMS Station at the corner of Vanderbilt Beach Rd and Logan. This is an extremely EMS Station House. 5. There are substantially a large numbers of bike riders use Vanderbilt Beach RD and Exit and Enter Island Walk. I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us and your constituents and not the developers. In next year's re- election, developers do not vote, but we do! Sincerely, Jo-Ann & George Terzick 2968 Gilford Way Naples, FL 34119 56 Cristina Tiberia From:Jack Kaufman <ipulmout@gmail.com> Sent:Friday, October 13, 2023 9:08 AM To:Rick.locstro@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan.kowa@colliercountryfl.gov; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner: My wife and I have been residents of Island Walk for the past 8 years. During this time we have enjoyed the serenity and quality of life this area has been able to afford. We need to express to you, in no uncertain terms, our concern and dismay over the above referenced proposed rezoning and approval of Ascend RPUD which will forever change the nature and serenity of this area. Aside from the ecological damage caused by the removal of hundreds of trees, the additional population and automobile traffic will cause massive traffic problems on Vanderbilt Beach Road, increasing both noise and air pollution. The "traffic studies" performed by the developer to evaluate the current volume of traffic on Vanderbilt immediately in front of Island Walk, was disingenuous and self-serving. The time frame used was very early in the morning (5 am) which is much earlier than the normal traffic volume in this area. The fact that the developer would purposely do this speaks volumes to their intentions and their honesty moving forward. My wife and I strongly oppose this proposal and, as voting members of Island Work, urge you in the strongest possible terms to support your constituents and VOTE NO to this misbegotten project. Thank you for your anticipated support. Jack and Pamela Kaufman 57 Cristina Tiberia From:Susan <sconotr@yahoo.com> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 7:37 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Vote "NO" re proposed RPUD PL 20220002908 and GMPA PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, We are residents of Island Walk and have lived here for nearly five years. We are greatly dismayed about the proposed Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: The area of land proposed for development is for residential property; not commercial real estate. The traffic congestion on Vanderbilt Beach Road will exponentially increase volume causing increased hazard. Development in the proposed plans will cause ecological disruption to the landscape and wildlife. We request that you vote,”NO” on the rezoning and “NO” on the approval of Ascend RPUD. It is our hope that hear the concerns of your constituents. Sincerely Susan and John Condi 2979 Gilford Way Naples, FL 34119 58 Cristina Tiberia From:Chris Neubauer <chrisneub@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 6:13 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:CIG Ascend apartments EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I will not support your re election if this development moves forward C Neubauer Islandwalk resident 59 Cristina Tiberia From:Darlene White <darlene.e.menoni@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 4:42 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Dan Kowal Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am a resident of Island Walk and I have lived there for 5 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD and GMPA for the following reasons: --Traffic back up on Vanderbilt in front of Island Walk causes back up inside Island Walk. and long delays. The Ascend apartments will definitely affect Island Walk. --The rezone breaks the existing contract with residents in the urban estates. Changing of the Land Development Code violates resident's rights. --I truly believe the service workers would want affordable homes and not apartments. Especially if they have families. The Ascend apartments are not affordable -yes attainable, but most service workers cannot afford the rents. ---Environmental issues: destruction of the preserve and animal life. (against what the President is always talking about) ---Road improvement U-turn & stormwater runoff may pollute the many Island Walk lakes. This will cause more maintenance and an HOA increase. Will you pay for it? ---Increase noise lights, traffic, crime and traffic accidents in our area. COMMENTS: LOOK WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO 951 BETWEEN RADIO ROAD AND DAVIS.. IT LOOKS HORRIBLE--LIKE PRISON CELLS. LOOK WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO 41 & DAVIS, 41 AND GOODLETT--JUST HORRIBLE. YOU ARE ALL RESPONSIBLE! OVERGROWTH IS EVERYWHERE IN NAPLES--WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO THE BEAUTY THAT WAS ONCE NAPLES. IT HAS TO STOP. IF YOU KEEP BUILDING-MORE PEOPLE WILL COME AND BRING OTHER PROBLEMS. LEAVE NAPLES ALONE. I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS GROWTH AND CHANGE IN NAPLES. "DEVELOPERS MONEY IS NOT WORTH CHANGING NAPLES". I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I expect the commissioners to stand up for us and not the developers. REMEMBER, WE THE PEOPLE VOTE FOR YOU! Sincerely, Darlene E. White 60 3262 Barbados Lane Naples, FL 34119 To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. ReplyReply allForward 61 Cristina Tiberia From:Gaye <tawney4696@comcast.net> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 2:57 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples - RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Sent from Mail for Windows Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I have been a resident of Island Walk for 22 years and I am writing to implore you to vote against the proposed re-zoning for and construction of Ascend Naples. My reasons for this are as follows: - Traffic on Vanderbilt Road is already highly congested during the hours of 7 to 9:30 am going west and between 4 and 6 pm going east. It is my understanding that residents of Ascend would have to go across 3 lanes of traffic and make a U-turn to go west on Vanderbilt. If coming from the east, they would have to make a U-turn at the light to get into their home. Accidents waiting to happen! - These apartments are not affordable, attainable or desirable at the prices quoted. Would you like to live in a 400 sq foot box? Most teachers, fireman, EMTs and nurses have families and cannot afford more than the proposed studio or 1 bedroom at most. Putting the words affordable and attainable on this project is a farce. Developers are the only ones benefitting from these projects! - Golden Gate Estates is one of the few areas left for wildlife to live . Because of all the construction in Collier County we are facing more incidents of bears, deer, and coyotes coming into communities, even walking down 5th Avenue and getting on boats. Birds are not returning to communities which were once teeming with them. - The homeowners in this area purchased their lots and built their homes with the understanding that it would remain residential zoning with houses on 2+ acre lots. How will this effect their property value as well as Island Walk’s? Will noise and lighting from this complex disturb the peace and quiet of the people and animals living in this area? Please take these issues into consideration when casting your vote, I know I will! Sincerely, Gaye Tawney 62 Cristina Tiberia From:Bruce Reid <bar@bruceareid.com> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 2:22 PM To:Burt Saunders; Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Rick LoCastro Cc:Aixa Capizzi; Louise Jarvis Subject:RPUD-PL20220002908 AND GMPA PL 2020003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Collier County FL Board of Commissioners: C. Schumacher R. LoCastro B. Saunders, Esq W. McDaniel D. Kowal C. Hall Dear Commissioners: This email is to note my opposiƟon to the proposed spot zoning applicaƟon and related maƩers, capƟoned above (aka Ascend at Vanderbilt Beach Road). I believe the Plan Commission has let the Board of Commissioners down by has Ɵly sending you an inadequately considered but precedent-seƫng peƟƟon, in effect making it your job to do their job. My main objecƟons fall into three categories: A. Process and possible legal exposure: This is a spot rezoning. Spot rezonings oŌen lead to lawsuits and not only from immediate neighbors but also from investors whose commercially zoned land is being rendered less valuable by the domino effect that follows spot rezoning, thus reducing the scarcity of that commercially valued land. Presumably if lawsuits follow, Collier County tax payers bear the cost. Do you have a wriƩen opinion from expert land use Counsel that this rezoning will survive a court challenge? Will you secure a credit-worthy indemnity from the developer and/or its affiliates to reimburse legal costs defending this rezoning that would otherwise fall on the tax payers? B. Failure to plan: Affordable and/or aƩainable housing is an issue in many US jurisdicƟons. There are plenty of examples of thoughƞul soluƟons craŌed by other communiƟes – but it takes leadership and Ɵme to evolve a plan with community support and apply zoning in the appropriate area. Most housing advocates argue in favor of sites with the highest available walk scores for high density uses, so that residents so can accomplish errands and entertainment/dining without driving (or, in the case of the current applica Ɵon, school-age kids having to cross a major arterial to get to a sandwich shop.) The capƟoned site has a walk score of 0 (Zero). (Even Joliet State PenitenƟary in Illinois has higher score, and its residents don’t get out much.) This applicaƟon is baffling because in the immediate area there is land suitable for higher density housing requiring no (or only minor) zoning variances, close to grocery, dining, medical and other day-to-day services. Look at the area at Immokalee and Collier for example. What if, for example, the Plan Commission had approached Pulte and offered Pulte at Sonoma Oaks (amenity adjacent) the same deal the peƟƟoner seeks on Vanderbilt Beach Road (no walkable ameniƟes)? C. Deal Specific: If it is true that, aŌer a set period, any aƩainable units have not leased then they revert to market rate. The Plan Commission made much of the need for this aƩainable housing as reason to abandon the plan and current zoning. So, why does the developer get rewarded for miscalculaƟng demand (or not trying to lease 63 the lower rent units)? If the foregoing is true, why isn’t the deal that the developer must forever disgorge to a County housing fund the excess profit generated at market rate vs. a Ʃainable? Without that protecƟon for the County, there is good chance that Collier County will become an MBA case study, and not in a good way. This email is from me in my personal capacity (as a new resident of Florida) and not on behalf of any professional real estate organizaƟons I represent or that I am affiliated with. Thank you for your aƩenƟon, Bruce A. Reid 5180 Inagua Way Naples FL 34119. 847.530.8910 m 64 Cristina Tiberia From:Dorothy Evans <dte34119@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 11:50 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples Project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good afternoon Bill, I am a resident of Logan Woods, and I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed "Ascend Naples" apartments. We built a house on Cherry Wood Dr. over 32 years ago so that we could raise our family in a neighborhood of homes with acreage and retire in the same community. I want to tell you about Logan Woods. We are not undeveloped land, we are a COMMUNITY where most of us know our neighbors and watch out for each other. We have had community events like block parties, annual Christmas Caroling Hayrides, and most recently, we coordinated trick or treating in our rural community to promote family involvement. Logan Woods is included in the Golden Gate Estates Area Master Plan. This plan was adopted in 1991, and has survived many amendments in the following years, most recently 2019. The reason your predecessors created this Plan was to protect the areas and maintain their character, while still acknowledging there would be a need for different uses in certain areas of the Estates, and those were identified. I live on Cherry Wood Drive, it is NOT one of those areas. These proposed apartments would literally be built in the middle of our street, in an already established LOW DENSITY residential neighborhood. There are already SO MANY “luxury” apartments either finishing being built or approved in our area, so it makes zero sense to change laws/rules to accommodate this one! Common sense would dictate that it is obvious this proposed project does not fit into the Master Plan. It goes against EVERY goal and initiative that was implemented. Please use your common sense and authority as OUR representative to vote no on October 24th. Thank you, -- Dorothy Tydings-Evans 239.253.8784 65 Cristina Tiberia From:M. Rouleau <mmrinflorida@hotmail.com> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 11:47 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. As a resident of Island Walk, I am urging you to vote no on the Ascend development. Firstly, I find it unbelievable that teachers or firefighters will be able to afford these rents. Especially with such small apartments only fit for 1. That is not attainable housing. Secondly, as an Island Walk resident for 16 years, the traffic increase in North Naples has been nothing but remarkable. Between the unopened development on Vanderbilt Way and increase in commercial development, the real estate development on Vanderbilt Beach east of 951, the diverting traffic from the parking lot that’s become Immokalee Road due to further development in the estates, this situation will only worsen. Lastly, in the last about 5 years since the expansion of development to our east, I’m having a very difficult time getting cell service at my house. My phone often won’t ring and my vendors complain they have a difficult time getting internet service as well. Is the infrastructure ready for more customers? Please consider a NO vote on this development. Thank you. Michelle Rouleau 5484 Freeport Lane Island Walk 66 Cristina Tiberia From:jsegerdahl <jsegerdahl@aol.com> Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 8:58 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Logan Woods Zoning Changes EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Commissioner, I am a resident of Logan Woods and urge you to vote NO on any changes to current zoning for my neighborhood. Ours is one of the few areas where the best of all worlds comes together…close to everything and large, wooded proper Ɵes. As you know, once changes are made allowing higher density, the door will be opened and impossible to ever close again. Please stand with the hundreds of families living in Logan Woods to keep this prized area of Naples rural by vo Ɵng NO. Thank you, Jack Segerdahl Sycamore Dr. 67 Cristina Tiberia From:Eileen Pearson <eileen.pearson9@icloud.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 8:16 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Collier County Commissioners - Rezoning Final Approval - Ascend Napes Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Attention: William McDaniel, Collier County Commissioner, The CIG’s Ascend apartment development proposal on 17.5 acres of land situated on the South side of Vanderbilt Beach Rd. just west of Palm Royale Cemetery will have many detremental ramifications to the established residential neighborhoods on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. As a Collier County registered voter, I am opposed to the rezoning for this development for the following reasons: 1. Incalculable traffic congestion 7AM - 9AM and 3PM - 6PM prime drive time for workers and residents. This will contribute to many unnecessary and avoidable traffic accidents due to congestion and lack of traffic control that will ensue. 2. Devastating environmental impact to natural habitat and water retention and runoff pollution to nearby lakes. 3. Over building of high density residential sites on limited land zoned for commercial development only as intended. In summary, I trust that reason, integrity, property owner rights to a safe well designed neighborhood will prevail over special investor interests to build apartment units not suitable to the environment or area proposed. 68 4. A NO vote for this rezoning from commercial to residential would be the voice of reason. I appeal to you in the best interest of the established neighborhoods on Vanderbilt Beach Road. Respectfully, Henry and Eileen Pearson Island Walk Community 69 Cristina Tiberia From:Luisa Guasco <happyguasco@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 5:15 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Request to vote NO on re-zoning and NO on the approval of Ascend RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I am writing to request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO on the approval of Ascend RPUD. I attended an Island Walk Town Hall meeting yesterday evening and was disappointed you weren't able to make it. Hopefully, we can reschedule. My family has lived in Naples, FL for 25+ years. My father was the first one to move to Island Walk, and I remember him telling all of us, "It's a beautiful residential area with a cemetery across the street. The cemetery guarantees that this area will stay a residential area." My father had witnessed many commercial properties - - shopping centers and tall buildings being built in Naples. He wanted us to move to a development that wouldn’t be affected by commercial zoning - - increased traffic, adverse change in property taxes/values, etc. Having said all of this, I would hate to see our portion of Vanderbilt Beach Road change because of a developer’s request to re-zone our residential area. The only reason to re-zone is to generate revenue for this developer. I see no reason to support this developer’s request. I know many of my neighbors feel the same way I do, and plan on writing to you as well. I hope you will support your constituents and vote NO. I've reviewed the proposed rents and unit sizes and do not believe that they are in fact affordable/attainable for teachers, fire fighters, etc. Their salaries cannot support those rents. Therefore, I do believe categorizing this development as affordable/attainable is a misconception. What happens when they can't rent the units to the appropriate people? Additionally, I understand that there was a traffic study conducted between 5 and 7 am. I would argue that the time period is not a viable time period. The traffic study should have been a start time of 8:30/9 am or the end of the day. Most of us are still sleeping between 5 and 7 am. That was a wasted exercise unless they were looking to just check off a box that would favor the developer. Thanks for taking the time to read my email and for your time and efforts in this matter. Sincerely, Luisa Guasco 4616 Navassa Lane Naples, FL 34119 203.610.1172 70 Cristina Tiberia From:Melody Klein - Keller Williams <shoresofnaples@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 4:48 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good afternoon, I am a resident of Logan Woods, and am writing to express my opposition to the proposed "Ascend Naples" apartments. I have lived in Naples (and surrounding cities) since I was 9 months old, I was born in Dunedin, FL in 1966. My husband has lived here since 1976. We moved to Logan Woods, with our now 3 grown daughters, 10 years ago. You can say we have seen LOTS of change and growth to our once small fishing village, Naples, FL. My husband is a GC, and I am a Realtor, so we do benefit from that growth. One thing I've said to future buyers and residents is that Collier County has been able to manage the explosive growth over the last 40 years. I no longer feel confident in that statement. I want to tell you about Logan Woods. We are not undeveloped land, we are a COMMUNITY. Just because we don't have an HOA, a gate with a guard, or a six foot wall/fence, we are still an established community, with low density rules and zoning regulations that all property owners have had to follow. I run the Logan Woods Residents Facebook page, I send out a printed newsletter, we have had community events like a block party, annual Christmas Caroling Hayrides, and most recently, we coordinated trick or treating in our rural community to promote family involvement. Logan Woods is included in the Golden Gate Estates Area Master Plan. This plan was adopted in 1991, and has survived many amendments in the following years, most recently 2019. The reason your predecessors created this Plan was to protect the areas and maintain their character, while still acknowledging there would be a need for different uses in certain areas of the Estates, and those were identified. I live on Cherry Wood Drive, it is NOT one of those areas. These proposed apartments would literally be built in the middle of our street, in an already established LOW DENSITY residential neighborhood. Common sense would dictate that it is obvious this proposed project does not fit into the Master Plan. It goes against EVERY goal and initiative that was implemented. Please use your common sense and authority as OUR representatives to vote no on October 24th. Thank you, To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. Melody Klein 239-633-2895 shoresofnaples@gmail.com 71 https://melodyklein.kw.com/ To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. To help protect your privacy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. 72 Cristina Tiberia From:Hijaco <hijaco@aol.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 2:06 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com; Rick.locsro@colliercounty.gov; Burt.saunders@collierfl.gov; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Cc:hiannmck@aol.com Subject:RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen; I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here for 17 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1) Ascend apartments will increase traffic more than what has been stated, during AM rush hours 7:30 to 9:00. 2) Increased traffic accidents when making u-turns at already high traffic points.. 3) Most service workers will not be able to afford the rents as larger apartments are beyond their means considering most are married and have families or plan to have them. 4) Changing the Land Development Code violates residents rights 5) Rezoning will open the door to further rezoning along and in the area near Vanderbilt Beach Rd. changing the atmosphere of the area & creating more traffic jams, accidents. The zoning codes were created to be followed and only changed to meet the needs of the area when no alternatives are available. I ask you to vote NO on the rezoning and the approval of Ascend RPUD and I appreciate your consideration of this request. Sincerely, John McKeon 3085 Futuna Lane Naples, Fl. 34119 73 Cristina Tiberia From:Aloysius Colligan <afcolligan@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 11:39 AM To:Rick.locstro@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. We are residents of Island Walk who are opposed to the Ascend RPUD. We hereby request that you vote NO on the re- zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. We trust that you, as our commissioners stand up for us, your constituents and NOT the developers. In next year's re-election, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO! Thank you, Al and Eva Colligan, 2921 Gilford Way, Naples, Fl. 74 Cristina Tiberia From:Pamela Hinds <pizzazz246@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 11:28 AM To:Dan Kowal; Chris Hall; Bill McDaniel Subject:Fwd: Ascend Naples RPU/D-PL20220002908 GMPA-{:20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: pizzazz246@gmail.com Date: October 10, 2023 at 8:40:19 PM EDT To: Rick.locstro@colliercountyfl.gov, Burt.saunders@colliercoun, Bill.McDaniel@collier, Dan.Kowal@co, Chris.hall@coll Subject: Ascend Naples RPU/D-PL20220002908 GMPA-{:20220003213 Dear Commissioner: We are residents of Island Walk and have lived here for 1 year. We are greatly opposed to Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1. It has been determined that these apartments are not in any way attainable housing. You know the salaries of teachers, policeman and firefighters. Supposing they have a family, how are they to afford a 2 bedroom apartment? So they are not attainable housing. You are not fooling anyone. 2. The traffic on Vanderbilt road will cause accidents and horrendous traffic. The study that was conducted was taken at 5 am to 7 am. Please take a study from 7 am to 9 am for actual data. 3. Can the Vineyards elementary school handle more children, with the shortage of teachers who cannot afford to rent those apartments? 4. We did not move here to encounter this type of negative growth. We request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents and NOT the developers. In next year’s re-election, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO! Sincerely, Pamela and Scott Hinds Island Walk Community 5325 Guadeloupe Way Naples, FL, 34119 .Sent from Mail for Windows 75 Cristina Tiberia From:TRAVIS PITTMAN <tpittman4787@comcast.net> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 11:07 AM To:Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Mark Twain: Nobody likes a change except a wet baby? Not really! I have only heard the negative side of the argument and most of the items presented are very typical and alarming. You appear to be in favor of spot zoning. The road usage analysis used the time period 5 - 7 AM Your idea of affordable/attainable housing is the size of a two car garage. Just starting to get the facts, but it does not look good. IW resident: Travis Pittman 239-450-2250 76 Cristina Tiberia From:David Andreoni <darkstar26@outlook.com> Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 9:01 AM To:David Andreoni; Bill McDaniel Subject:Urging you to vote NO on Ascend RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner McDaniel, I am a resident of Island Walk, having just relocated to Naples this summer. My wife and I chose this north Naples area and specifically the Island Walk community for its quality of life, low density and rural environment. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD as I strongly believe that it will have a negative effect on this community. This development will dramatically increase traffic along Vanderbilt, eliminate pristine forest area and wildlife and absolutely disrupt the rural flavor of the Logan Woods, Goldengate Estates and Island Walk communities. I have attended several town meetings to educate myself on this issue with my neighbors. I truly believe that the very premise of this development being 'attainable' housing is flawed. This high rent, high density development is not a sound solution. I respectfully request that you vote NO on this re-zoning request and deny approval of the Ascend RPUD. As a new neighbor, and new constituent I am sure you value input from the communities which you serve. Thank you for your time and attention. Respectfully, David Andreoni David Andreoni 5433 Guadeloupe Way Naples, Fl 34119 re: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 GMPA-PL202200033213 77 Cristina Tiberia From:karenhar07@aol.com Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 7:55 AM To:rick.locstro@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; chrishall@colliercountyfl.gov Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioners, As a 20 year long resident of Collier county, I beg you to please vote NO on allowing Ascend to develop the land on Vanderbilt Beach Road near the cemetery, across from Island Walk. This is not affordable housing, and it would set a terrible precedent in spot zoning. The residents .... and long time residents of Golden Gate Estates will be greatly affected by this . Please I am begging to listen to the residents and vote NO. These developers do not have the Estates' residents best interest at heart.. Sincerely, Karen Harrison 4311 Redonda Lane , Naples Fl 34119. 78 Cristina Tiberia From:amancari <amancari@optonline.net> Sent:Tuesday, October 10, 2023 1:06 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD---PL20220002908 and GMPA-- PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Board Members: We own a home in Island Walk and spend many months every winter in Florida. Since we began coming to Naples in 2004, the population has swelled to unsustainable levels. The additional 208 units that is being proposed for Vanderbilt Beach Rd will create additional stress on resources and introduce traffic nightmares which will overwhelm commuters during morning and afternoon rush hours. Although we need more affordable housing for workers in Naples, Vanderbilt Beach Road is already overbuild and overcrowded. Please find other locations to build as we are vehemently against this proposal. Respectfully, Tony and Margie Mancari Island Walk Residents Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone 79 Cristina Tiberia From:JOE FUNIGIELLO <mrfuni@comcast.net> Sent:Sunday, October 8, 2023 4:55 PM Subject:Ascend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen, Developers from Ohio are attempting to amend the county’s Growth Management Plan and are concurrently seeking a Rezone for 17.5 acres in Golden Gate Estates for 208 High-density residential apartments. PLEASE do not let the Ascend development proceed on Vanderbilt and Logan Blvd. I live on Palmetto Woods Drive off Logan Blvd. I moved to the area 30+ y ears ago for the rural lifestyle. As it is now, at times, it is difficult to turn on to Logan Blvd. with heavy north and southbound traffic on a 2 lane road without a turning lane. This development will only increase the already congested traffic in the area and should not be permitted. This is a safety issue and development like this will destroy our lifestyle. Thank you Terri and Joe Funigiello 5241 Palmetto Woods Dr. 80 Cristina Tiberia From:Robert Coll <rjc7424@aol.com> Sent:Saturday, October 7, 2023 12:44 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel; GEORGE TERZICK Subject:Re: CIG'sAscend apartment development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. The IIG Ascend project is but a furher insult to an already over burdened trafficf prob October 6, 2023 at 05:03:44 PM EDT, GEORGE TERZICK <gterzick@comcast.net> wrote: My name is George Terzick, I have been a full time resident of Collier county for over 20 years and coming here for over 40 years. I live in Island Walk and I've seen the growth and expansion of Vanderbilt Beach Road over the past 20 years. 81 Between the hours of 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM Vanderbilt Beach Road is a parking lot. Also getting out of Island Walk during those hours can take up to 20 minutes. There have been several accidents as well as fatalities at the traffic light in front of Island Walk.I implore you to reconsider building the CIG's Ascend Apartments. George H Terzick 82 Cristina Tiberia From:Amy Kurtz <wazupaim@gmail.com> Sent:Friday, October 6, 2023 1:33 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 6, 2023 Ascend Naples (GMAP) & (PUDZ) PL20220003213 & PL20220002908 Dear Commissioner: By now you are probably aware of a commercial rental complex, Ascend Naples, proposed to be built between Vanderbilt Beach Rd. and Cherry Wood Drive. As a homeowner on Cherry Wood Dr., in Golden Gate Estates, for nearly 35 years, it is shocking that this is even a conside ration with the density rules pertaining to GGE. 208 dwellings would be backed up to the middle area of the street. This is probably the most non-cohesive amendment and rezone to hit Collier County. The caveat to approve this dense, mixed-use sub-distric t, is its affordable housing component of 71 apartments. We, on Cherry Wood and nearby areas, are for affordable housing, or “attainable” in this instance. These few units are just not worth the massive changes in density and impacts to the surroundings. The project is inconsistent with several goals and objectives in the GGAMP and the Urban GGE Sub-Element and recent restudy. The petitioner took a calculated risk to purchase this lower-priced and incompatibly zoned property, with the intent that Collier County would allow their project. That is quite presumptuous! The petitioner has been downplaying that the development is even in GGE. They mention Vanderbilt Road, east of Logan Blvd., but rarely mentions Cherry Wood Drive in GGE. Even our hearing notice from the county does not mention Cherry Wood Dr. They continue to state that this 208-unit, commercial apartment complex, with 30 TIMES the allowable density, will be “compatible with and complimentary to the surroundings”. To say the very least, this is an outlandish statement. We care for and enjoy our cohesive community. We paid more to live closer to town and enjoy the surrounding acreage and privacy that Logan Woods affords. It is not judicious to infiltrate the unique character embraced by so many to garner a few rentals and help fill Collier County’s AH quotas and tax revenues. It creates mistrust that those empowered will undo the provision for “protection of the rural character of Golden Gate Estates.” 83 Our Cherry Wood Drive area already has a built environment that is serving the community. We have EMS Station 76 on the corner of Logan and VBR, a massive pump station on the northside of Cherry Wood and the 24+ acre Palm Royale Cemetery. (which came in under AG zoning) Our community has already been impacted, as you can see. It seems as though Collier County’s planning strategy is to infill available lots along arterial roadways with commercial apartments and businesses. This 17.5 acres could easily be retained within the GGAMP’s low-density character and be subdivided into 7 Estate lots for 7 compatible homes, as intended. Possibly, a change for a few more than the allowed, 1:2.25 acres, could be considered. The nearly 15 acres of excessive land clearing on these Cherry Wood parcels, and the additional population of well over 400, plus pets and noise, would forever change the quality of life for all living here, not to mention the many forms of native wildlife inhabiting this property. Ascend is not a compatible land use within GGE. We hope you will look beyond the scope of the petitioner’s two pluses… “Attainable housing” and location fronting VBR, and conclude that this 17.5 acres along the middle of a GGE road, is too incohesive within this location. Besides radically impinging on our neighborho od, it will set a new precedent for further spot zoning throughout our county. This incompatible project, redesignating the subject property from Estates to an Urban Mixed Use District, disregards the GMP, the GGAMP, The Collier County LDC, The Urban GGE Restudy, the amendments to the GGE Sub-Element and Future Land Use Map and Map series and the wishes of all the residents of Cherry Wood Drive. This disparity should lead you to conclude that this is the wrong place to build high-density. We urge you to oppose the Ascend Naples comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning. Sincerely, Amy Kurtz 4860 Cherry Wood Drive 84 Cristina Tiberia From:ms.dianaceleste <ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 3, 2023 9:39 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Diane Oczkowski Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. This Ascend Naples RPUD is WRONG on all counts! It is HIGH DENSITY, it will cause more noise, light pollution, more crime, more traffic, more traffic accidents, delay in ambulance trips, delay in evacuation during natural disasters; it’s not “cohesive” with it’s neighbors, violates the rule of the GG Master Plan, the Growth Management Plan, future land use maps, etc. I can go on, but I hope that you get the message. The MAJORITY of Island Walk residents are AGAINST this project! You commissioners should NOT go against your constituents who elected you. You’re supposed to serve your Collier County citizens NOT developers! It’s about EMPATHY, not about the money you get from developers! You should CARE about Collier County workers and seniors having to wait in bumper-to-bumper traffic trying to get to work, shopping or medical appointments. You should CARE about a senior having a heart attack in the back of an ambulance which is delayed getting him to the hospital because of bumper-to-bumper traffic. You should CARE about Collier residents being stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic trying to evacuate from a natural disaster such as a major flooding or a hurricane. The American people are fed up with self-serving politicians. The only way to get rid of them is to keep voting them out. So Commissioners, I am watching all of your votes on the above High Density project and if Mr. Burt Saunders,(who is in my District), or the other commissioners, do not vote NO on this Ascend PUD, then I pledge to NOT VOTE for Mr. Saunders when he runs for re-election next year. Also, I’ll tell my friends not to vote for Mr. LoCastro and McDaniel if they run again next year. So please listen to and respect the wishes of your constituents because you need our votes! Sincerely, Diane Oczkowski 4708 Ossabaw Way Naples, Fl 34119 85 Cristina Tiberia From:ms.dianaceleste <ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 3, 2023 9:31 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Diane Oczkowski Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. This Ascend Naples RPUD is WRONG on all counts! It is HIGH DENSITY, it will cause more noise, light pollution, more crime, more traffic, more traffic accidents, delay in ambulance trips, delay in evacuation during natural disasters; it’s not “cohesive” with it’s neighbors, violates the rule of the GG Master Plan, the Growth Management Plan, future land use maps, etc. I can go on, but I hope that you get the message. The MAJORITY of Island Walk residents are AGAINST this project! You commissioners should NOT go against your constituents who elected you. You’re supposed to serve your Collier County citizens NOT developers! It’s about EMPATHY, not about the money you get from developers! You should CARE about Collier County workers and seniors having to wait in bumper-to-bumper traffic trying to get to work, shopping or medical appointments. You should CARE about a senior having a heart attack in the back of an ambulance which is delayed getting him to the hospital because of bumper-to-bumper traffic. You should CARE about Collier residents being stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic trying to evacuate from a natural disaster such as a major flooding or a hurricane. The American people are fed up with self-serving politicians. The only way to get rid of them is to keep voting them out. So Commissioners, I am watching all of your votes on the above High Density project and if Mr. Burt Saunders,(who is in my District), or the other commissioners, do not vote NO on this Ascend PUD, then I pledge to NOT VOTE for Mr. Saunders when he runs for re-election next year. Also, I’ll tell my friends not to vote for Mr. LoCastro and McDaniel if they run again next year. So please listen to and respect the wishes of your constituents because you need our votes! 86 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Cristian Forgaciu <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Sunday, October 1, 2023 12:02 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted s ender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - CrisƟan Forgaciu 132 Bedzel Circle Apt 1213, Apt 1213 Naples, FL 34104-0502 87 Cristina Tiberia From:Chris Curle <marcochris@me.com> Sent:Friday, September 22, 2023 12:55 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:From Collier resident, Chris Curle, re: maintain Settlement Agreement on Kinsale Golf Club at Vanderbilt Drive EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Greetings Commissioners, I am contacting you to register my vehement objection to amend the Settlement Agreement that accepted 590 units on the west side of Vanderbilt Drive and a golf course on the east side, or green space only. In July of 2017, the county commissioners rightly rejected the proposed amendment to the Settlement Agreement on the grounds that an officially authorized Settlement Agreement should not be modified. That principle still applies today as the property owners attempt to open, thus nullifying, the standing agreement. I will join other opponents to open the Agreement at your commission meeting in October, but I wanted to contact you immediately in hopes that you will review the Agreement and maintain its validity as written. Regards, Chris Curle Ms. Chris Curle 2433 Golfside Dr. Naples FL 34110 239.370.7526 marcochris@me.com 88 Cristina Tiberia From:K K <711senkn@gmail.com> Sent:Friday, September 22, 2023 9:21 AM To:Bill McDaniel; Burt Saunders; Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Rick LoCastro Subject:RE: Settlement Agreement EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. We are opposed to adding more units to the Lodge development on Vanderbilt Drive. It should not have been allowed at the onset because this area should have been preserved to fortify for climate changes that will bring more hurricanes to our area. Karen and Richard Sendik 34110 89 Cristina Tiberia From:canbria@aol.com Sent:Thursday, September 21, 2023 6:19 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Oppose rezoning for Ascend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Sir, I am writing to urge you to deny the rezoning of our beloved Golden Gate (Logan Woods) community. It is imperative that we protect the integrity of our low density, wooded area, and prevent Ohio developers from exploiting this parcel. There are numerous other parcels available that would not have any negative impact on our community. Having been born in Florida and having lived in Naples for over four decades, I have witnessed the beauty and tranquility of our area firsthand. We have carefully built our homes in this wooded region to enjoy the peace it offers, the abundance of wildlife, and to safeguard the little piece of paradise we have left. It would be devastating if you were to side with developers who have no personal stake in our community and couldn't care less about Collier County, as they do not even reside or vote here. Rezoning this land would set a dangerous precedent for our community. It would open the floodgates for further destruction and disregard for the unique character of our low density area. We must not allow this to happen. Land speculation is a risky endeavor, and sometimes those who engage in it must face the consequences of their choices. Furthermore, the notion of affordable housing is often nothing more than a facade. I personally know two individuals who were once able to afford housing in our area, only to be priced out as costs continued to rise. The builders will likely claim that it is too expensive to construct affordable housing, or they may wait a year and increase prices, all while attempting to convince everyone that they are performing a noble act. In reality, it is nothing more than greed. Let us stand together and protect our low density community from the destruction caused by non- residents of Florida. We must preserve the unique beauty and tranquility that drew us all here in the first place. I implore you to make the right decision and deny the rezoning of our Golden Gate (Logan Woods) community. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Candy and Brian Strafford Cherry Wood Drive 90 Cristina Tiberia From:Lindsey Derence <lindseyderence@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, September 21, 2023 2:41 PM To:SparrazzaRandy; VernonChristopher; manager@seapointnc.com; FryerEdwin; KlucikRobert; SchmittJoseph; lockha@collierschools.com; chris.hall@colliercountyfl.com; burt.saunders@colliercountyfl.com; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 AND GMPA - PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. I ( and many of my neighbors in Island Walk) am adamantly opposed to this Apartment Development planned for Vanderbilt Beach Rd. This development will strip down even more wooded area from the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Rd., giving more wildlife nowhere to live. It will also greatly increase traffic on this sec Ɵon of Vanderbilt Beach Rd and ruin the look of this residenƟal area of the road. Please DO NOT APPROVE this development. Lindsey Derence 5796 Drummond Way Naples FL. 34119 Angela Terenzo 5804 Drummond Way Jamie Purnell 5792 Drummond Way 91 Cristina Tiberia From:Kim Cunningham <kcunningham16532@icloud.com> Sent:Thursday, September 21, 2023 2:36 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:CIG Ascend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Bill, As a resident of Naples, I am concerned about the out of control rezoning and resulƟng growth, specifically in the Collier Rd/Vanderbilt Beach Rd. area. I am specifically concerned about the CIG’s Ascend project on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. This development will have a negaƟve impact on many communiƟes along Vanderbilt Beach Rd. The Ascend community will create: -added congesƟon -overcrowding in understaffed schools -increased automobile accidents -increased danger to the Island Walk entrance -possible polluted storm water runoff -destrucƟon of wildlife habitat When is growth and rezoning in Naples going to stop? This once beauƟful town is now out of control with excessive traffic and building and a sickening loss of green space for wildlife. Will you be the person that puts a stop to what is happening or will you be the person to sit back and be part of the problem? Elizabeth and MaƩhew Cunningham 4820 LasqueƟ Way Naples, FL Sent from my iPhone 92 Cristina Tiberia From:Nancy Bartenstein <nancybart1@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, September 21, 2023 11:41 AM To:Rick LoCastro Subject:Fwd: Ascend Naples RPUD and GMPA-PL20220003212 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Sir. As a resident of Island Walk for 20 years I have seen a big change in Vanderbilt Beach Rd. and realize it is bound to happen. The traffic has gotten worse year after year with no end in sight. While development is good, things are now getting out of hand. The proposed new development situated on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Rd. will definitely impact our community. Will have the potential to direct polluted stormwater runoff into our lake system as we already receive the runoff from other developments and have to clean it up with no monetary help from them or the county. Traffic will be a NIGHTMARE especially during morning and evening when people are going to work and school. As I understand it, the "attainable units" will be ony of the few 208 proposed apartments. I am OPPOSED TO this project and ask you to vote NO. Thank you, Nancy Bartenstein 3885 Valentia Way....... -- Sent from sunny Florida where the sun shines everyday just for us. FANTASTIC!!! -- Sent from sunny Florida where the sun shines everyday just for us. FANTASTIC!!! 93 Cristina Tiberia From:Taj <bigbadwolf1002@aol.com> Sent:Thursday, September 21, 2023 10:41 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Sanity vs Ascend Apartments EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good morning Mr. McDaniel, As a 25-year resident of the Island Walk community, I am writing you to express my vehement opposition to the Ascend Apartments' attempt to further the destruction of the quality of life in the area. This is a direct violation of the Master Plan implemented by true visionaries and those who could draw a correlation between the humanity pits of South Florida's coastal areas. I would think it would be a priority of Collier County Commissioners and Planners to safeguard and preserve the quality of life of hardworking, tax paying residents. I retired from a law enforcement road patrol career. I see the emergency vehicles trying to enter and navigate through traffic on VBR and it is a certainty response times will degrade. 94 Many of us will be unable to attend the hearing but will be there in spirit stuck in rush hour traffic on VBR already often becoming a parking lot. The track record of Planners is not good. The almost comical attempt at "concurrency" on Orange Blossom Trail and the highly-opposed abomination of two big box stores tragically placed on either side of I-75 at Immokalee Rd. The beach has been surrendered to money and the examples continue to mount. There is nothing virtuous about cramming more people into an overburdened infrastructure when a simple look on the map shows it will be an insufferable choke point. Please do the right thing and stop the madness. Respectfully, Steve Meholick 239 560-3090 Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS 95 Cristina Tiberia From:Alex Zusmanovich <alex9947@usa.com> Sent:Thursday, September 21, 2023 9:07 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Fw: Rezoning Projects EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hello Commissioner, I am writing to you to inform you that as the resident of one of the communities on Vanderbilt Beach Road in Naples ,FL I am OPPOSE Proposed Rezoning Projects: Ascent Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 Sincerely Alex alex9947@usa.com 96 Cristina Tiberia From:Linda <austinlinda@comcast.net> Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 11:04 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples - RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. > >>> My husband and I live in Islandwalk which is across the street from the above proposed project. >>> >>> We are asking you to vote NO on this project. Vanderbilt Beach Road is tremendously traffic heavy already. It will definitely negaƟvely impact the already heavy traffic in front of our community as this is a mul Ɵ unit development. >>> >>> We don’t need any more runoff water into our lakes which already necessitate a lot of lake maintenance to keep our lakes clean and healthy. Also, more water during hurricane season increases flooding risk to our community. >>> >>> We sure hate to see every piece of wooded land stripped for development. We are losing the beau Ɵful Naples look as we allow more developments on every piece of vacant land. >>> >>> Again, we are requesƟng you vote NO to this project. >>> >>> Respecƞully, >>> Marvin & Linda AusƟn >>> Islandwalk 97 Cristina Tiberia From:nick kouloheras <nkouloheras@msn.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 9:17 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; furt.sauders@colliercountyfl.gov; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Letter of Support Attachments:Ascend Naples Letter of Support .pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Please see attached. Thank you. Nick Kouloheras 98 Cristina Tiberia From:Ron Gunther <ron.gunther@premiersir.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 4:26 PM To:SparrazzaRandy; VernonChristopher; manager@seapointnc.com; FryerEdwin; KlucikRobert; SheaPaul; SchmittJoseph; Lockha@colliercountyfl.gov Cc:Rick LoCastro; Chris.hall@collierclountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:RPUD PL2020002908 and GMPA PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. We DO NOT WANT this project to be approved nor proceed ( Island Walk resident ) Ron Gunther Sales Associate Premier Sotheby's International Realty 325 Vanderbilt Beach Road| Naples, FL 34108 o 239.594.9494 | c 239.293.3179 ron.gunther@premiersir.com premiersothebysrealty.com 99 Cristina Tiberia From:LuAnn Giovannelli <LuAnnG@bcca-inc.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 1:57 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:RE: Ascend Naples Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Thanks Bill, appreciate it. Best LuAnn Make it a great day! LuAnn G. Giovannelli, CCM, CAM Chief Operating Officer | General Manager A Fellow of the Club Management Association of America Bay Colony Community Association, Inc. 8700 Bay Colony Drive Naples, FL 34108 Ring: 239.591.2202 | 239.919.5808 | 772.919.2307 Ping: luanng@bcca-inc.com | www.bay-colony.org Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts. Albert Einstein From: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Sent: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 11:16 AM To: LuAnn Giovannelli <LuAnnG@bcca-inc.com> Subject: RE: Ascend Naples Development LuAnn, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples Development. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 100 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: LuAnn Giovannelli <LuAnnG@bcca-inc.com> Sent: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 10:22 AM To: Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> Cc: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hi Burt and Bill! I hope this finds you both well. (Bill, I haven’t seen you at BCCA for quite a while!). The purpose of this email is to bring your aƩenƟon to the Ascend Naples Development project. I live in Logan Woods, off Mahoghany Ridge. While this proposed rezoning and apartment building does not impact me directly (I am several streets down), I am concerned about the precedent that will be set should this rezoning be approved. My other concern is the impact on traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road which is already very congested during season and backs up for quite a ways during work hours. Adding an apartment building will add to this congesƟon. In addiƟon, my understanding is that traffic from the building would have to turn right out of the development and make a U-turn to go west on Vanderbilt. A potenƟal safety issue? I know the commission denied this rezoning effort in the past. I sincerely hope we have the same result this Ɵme. Logan Woods is a special place, rich with nature (on my property I have many bird species, have seen coyotes, a panther and many, many other woodland animals). I would hate to see this type of development destroy the bird and animal popula Ɵon/habitat, they have been misplaced too oŌen already. P.S., I’m not a ‘tree hugger’ সহ঺঻ I know that you all work hard on our behalf and you have tough decisions to make. I appreciate you and your consideraƟon of this issue. Best regards LuAnn Make it a great day! 101 LuAnn G. Giovannelli, CCM, CAM Chief Operating Officer | General Manager A Fellow of the Club Management Association of America Bay Colony Community Association, Inc. 8700 Bay Colony Drive Naples, FL 34108 Ring: 239.591.2202 | 239.919.5808 | 772.919.2307 Ping: luanng@bcca-inc.com | www.bay-colony.org Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts. Albert Einstein Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 102 Cristina Tiberia From:LuAnn Giovannelli <LuAnnG@bcca-inc.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 10:22 AM To:Burt Saunders Cc:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hi Burt and Bill! I hope this finds you both well. (Bill, I haven’t seen you at BCCA for quite a while!). The purpose of this email is to bring your aƩenƟon to the Ascend Naples Development project. I live in Logan Woods, off Mahoghany Ridge. While this proposed rezoning and apartment building does not impact me directly (I am several streets down), I am concerned about the precedent that will be set should this rezoning be approved. My other concern is the impact on traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road which is already very congested during season and backs up for quite a ways during work hours. Adding an apartment building will add to this congesƟon. In addiƟon, my understanding is that traffic from the building would have to turn right out of the development and make a U-turn to go west on Vanderbilt. A potenƟal safety issue? I know the commission denied this rezoning effort in the past. I sincerely hope we have the same result this Ɵme. Logan Woods is a special place, rich with nature (on my property I have many bird species, have seen coyotes, a panther and many, many other woodland animals). I would hate to see this type of development destroy the bird and animal popula Ɵon/habitat, they have been misplaced too oŌen already. P.S., I’m not a ‘tree hugger’ সহ঺঻ I know that you all work hard on our behalf and you have tough decisions to make. I appreciate you and your consideraƟon of this issue. Best regards LuAnn Make it a great day! 103 LuAnn G. Giovannelli, CCM, CAM Chief Operating Officer | General Manager A Fellow of the Club Management Association of America Bay Colony Community Association, Inc. 8700 Bay Colony Drive Naples, FL 34108 Ring: 239.591.2202 | 239.919.5808 | 772.919.2307 Ping: luanng@bcca-inc.com | www.bay-colony.org Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts. Albert Einstein 104 Cristina Tiberia From:hventry@naples.net Sent:Tuesday, September 19, 2023 10:25 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples Proposed Project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Re: Ascend Naples RPUD – PL20220002908 GMPA – PL20220003213 Collier County Commissioner William McDaniel, We live in the Island Walk community which is directly opposite the proposed CIG’s Ascend apartment development on the South side of Vanderbilt Beach Road just West of Palm Royale Cemetery. We are very concerned about the proposed density of this project. Vanderbilt Beach Road is already a busy highway and this development would greatly increase the East-West traffic flow. Also the 17½ acre project will have a direct negative impact on storm water runoff into Island Walk. Our HOA has worked diligently to maintain our lakes and keep them clean from pollution. Affordable housing in Naples should be located further East and on a larger plot of land for this 208-unit housing complex. This would allow for more green space and less density. We absolutely object to the rezoning and approval of this proposed project. Please vote against it. Sincerely, Henry and Deirdre Ventry 4053 Trinidad Way Naples, FL 34119 105 Cristina Tiberia From:gabreag@aol.com Sent:Tuesday, September 19, 2023 2:50 PM To:Burtsaunders@colliercountyfl.gov; Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:District 3 - Naples, Fl 34119 - Also - Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 & GMPA - PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hi With regards to all the zoning, re-zoning etc. in Collier County - including the above mentioned - I definitely vote against this. Naples is changing too much too fast and not for the better. I vehemently object to the approval of the proposed project. Please give consideration to my request and thank you. Geraldine Hooker Islandwalk - Vanderbilt Bch Rd 106 Cristina Tiberia From:Windy Krystaszek <windy@csipc.net> Sent:Tuesday, September 19, 2023 3:10 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com; SparrazzaRandy; VernonChristopher; EdwinFryer@colliercountyfl.gov; KlucikRobert; SheaPaul; Joseph.Smitt@colliercountyfl.gov; Rick LoCastro; ChrisHall@colliercountyfl.gov; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:STOP zoning change GGE request - Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 / GMPA - PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Planning Commission Members and Board of Collier Commissioners, I hereby would like to express my strong opposiƟon to the proposed Ascend Naples Growth Management Plan Amendment and Planned Unit Development Rezone to allow for a mulƟ-family rental community as proposed on PL20220003213 and PL20220002908 for the land which current address is 5091 Cherry Wood Dr., Naples, FL 34119. This proposed development is detrimental to the area. The addiƟon of this mulƟ-family rental community to the zone where it is proposed will cause an increase in traffic for which the area is not ready; it will reduce our safety and well- being; it will also cause problems with overpopula Ɵon in our schools and community services, which are already over- capacity; it will destroy local wildlife and their habitat; and may lower the property values of exis Ɵng surrounding properƟes. I have confidence that the Planning Commission Members and the Board of Collier County Commissioners will take into consideraƟon all the issues this development will bring to the area and will not approve the plan. Thank you for your conƟnued service and support of our community. Respecƞully, Windy Krystaszek 330 27th ST NW, Naples, FL 34120 107 Cristina Tiberia From:purplelantanallc@gmail.com Sent:Tuesday, September 19, 2023 1:17 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com Cc:SparrazzaRandy; VernonChristopher; EdwinFryer@colliercountyfl.gov; KlucikRobert; SheaPaul; Joseph.Smitt@colliercountyfl.gov; Rick LoCastro; ChrisHall@colliercountyfl.gov; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:NO GGE ZONING CHANGE EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Naples, Sept. 18th, 2023 Ascend Naples RPUD – PL20220002908 GMPA – PL20220003213 Dear Commission Member: I am wriƟng to express my strong opposiƟon to the proposed construcƟon of apartments development on the South side of Vanderbilt Beach Road just west of Palm Royale Cemetery, in front of Island Walk. While the local community may be unable to prevent development, this proposed development seems to be detrimental to the area. The addi Ɵon of that many dwellings will cause traffic and safety problems, will increase even more problems with schools that are already over-capacity, will destroy local wildlife habitat, and potenƟally lower the property values of the exis Ɵng community. Wildlife is always observed in the area, and any development will destroy their habitat. Any planned development of the property should consider the conƟnuing impact on local wildlife habitat. Property values are likely to go down in the area if it gets over-populated. Thank you for your conƟnued service and support of our community. Respecƞully, Ana M Romero Purple Lantana LLC MGRM 3610 Zanzibar Way 108 Cristina Tiberia From:elruth1@comcast.net Sent:Tuesday, September 19, 2023 12:35 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples apartments EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen, I write to you as a long term Collier resident who has seen the explosive development here over the past 25 years. While I appreciate the need for more affordable housing, the placement of this development opposite Island Walk is ill conceived. Our Island Walk development recently spent a half million dollars to create a second exit on Logan Boulevard to divert traffic from VBR. That effort will be negated by the increased traffic created by this new development. In addiƟon to the widening and extension of VBR to accommodate and create more traffic from the east, we also suffer from the increased traffic caused by significant development on Immokalee Road, a good deal of which descends on VBR to bypass the hellish backups on Immokalee. I strongly urge you to vote against allowing this development to proceed. Enough is enough. Respecƞully, EllioƩ LeMoullec 5825 Drummond Way 109 Cristina Tiberia From:Dorothy Evans <dte34119@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, September 18, 2023 1:09 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Subject:NO-REZONE EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hello commissioners and good afternoon! This is by far not the first time I have emailed you all about this NO-REZONE of the Estates MP to propose yet another apartment complex right in the middle of Estates zoned properties. I just cannot believe that anyone would support this under any condition for any scenario? There are plenty of places in our County where apartments are already allowed and where you could require or request those developers include accommodations for workforce housing. There is absolutely no need to allow this rezone and development of our Estates land, developers have plenty of places to go. If you decide to give these developers a path to approval, then the Estates zoning will be changed forever. I find this unacceptable, and I just hope that you all will choose to protect the rights of the thousands of Estates residents who bought their properties to live on acreage land and who never expected the rules to be changed out from under their feet. I truly hope that we can count on 5 NO votes to this unnecessary rezone. It is hard to imagine how our elected officials would put the profits of developers who care for nothing but their bottom line over the rights of thousands of property owners. Property owners who eventually will all be affected by this potential rezone. Our group looks forward to speaking with all of you in person about this situation and will look for your support to protect us, our families and our homes. This issue goes well beyond the residents who live on Cherry Wood although I have lived on Cherry Wood for over 30 years and will be devastated if this were to proceed in my front yard! Thank you for your time. -- Dorothy Tydings-Evans 239.253.8784 110 Cristina Tiberia From:Hector J. Sanchez <hector.sanchez@centralwire.com> Sent:Monday, September 18, 2023 11:03 AM To:Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Rick LoCastro Subject:Ascend Naples - Affordable Housing Project Support Attachments:Ascend_Housing_Letter-Sept-2023.pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good morning Collier County Board of County Commissioners. As the County conƟnues to review and evaluate Affordable Housing opportuniƟes, I wanted to share with you a leƩer in support of Ascend Naples, as they conƟnue to pave the way forward to provide housing soluƟons at cost appropriate ranges, so that we, as a county, can conƟnue to grow to our fullest potenƟal. Thank you very much for your consideraƟon and support. Hector J. Sanchez Vice-President Central Wire Group of Companies | Rope and Assemblies Division Phone: 262-409-9877 Email: hector.sanchez@centralwire.com Website: www.centralwire.com All information contained herein is confidential and proprietary, and may not be disclosed without the permission of Central Wire Group of Companies. Please notify sender if you received this message in error. 111 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Nes Piervil <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Monday, September 18, 2023 9:24 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. I was raised in Naples and retuned to this city aŌer my collegiate career. The toughest part has been finding affordable housing as my salary has conƟnued to grow. As my salary grows so does rent prices which makes it IMPOSSIBLE to save or live comfortably. What Ascend Naples is doing should be a program most apartment complexes follows. This will allow the working class access to affordable housing which will allow us to spend money in Naples. This could possibly stop us from relying just on travelers/ tourist for money. All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Nes Piervil 164 ospreys landing Naples, FL 34104-6630 112 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Kendra Morancy <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Monday, September 18, 2023 9:12 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Kendra Morancy 4221 Pearl Harbor Dr Naples, FL 34112-3709 113 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Allisa Pipes <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Monday, September 18, 2023 9:06 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:I support Ascend Naples! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme ca uƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide afforda ble housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Allisa Pipes 3240 Bermuda Isle Circle, 919A Naples, FL 34109-3215 114 Cristina Tiberia From:Carol Griffin <cargriff4@aol.com> Sent:Sunday, September 17, 2023 7:56 PM To:Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; SparrazzaRandy; manager@seapointnc.com; KlucikRobert; SheaPaul; SchmittJoseph; lockha@collierschools.com; Rick LoCastro; Dan Kowal; FryerEdwin; Chris Hall; VernonChristopher Cc:CAROL GRIFFIN; JACK Subject:Ascend Naples Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. September 17, 2023 Board of Collier County Commissioners and Planning Commission Members: We are residents of Island Walk (IW) on Vanderbilt Beach Road (VBR). The purpose of this communication is to let you know that we strenuously object to the plan to construct a new development, Ascend Naples, across from our community! - Having read the submitted traffic plan and learning that the entrance as well as the exit from that development requires right turns only, as vehicles drive east on VBR to enter Ascend Naples, and as vehicles exit from that development , must turn right onto VBR to head east! This situation would then require vehicles driving west on VBR, and wanting to enter Ascend Naples, to make a U Turn at the traffic light at the entrance to Island Walk. (IW) This creates a dangerous situation at our only entrance to IW. Not only have there been fatal accidents at that intersection, but residents trying to enter IW , from the east bound turning lane on VBR, will have low visibility of oncoming traffic, due to traffic lined up in the west bound turning lane, making a U-Turn, to get into Ascend Naples. Keep in mind that not only residents will be using that turning lane, but utility vehicles, service vehicles, large trucks and city vehicles, will obstruct the view of residents trying to enter IW. - Speaking of traffic, we have had to wait up to five minutes, even with a traffic light, to exit Island Walk! There is so much traffic going west that it will backup and block our exit, when there is a red light at Logan Blvd. We already expect more traffic on VBR since the construction east of Collier B lvd. is creating three lanes of traffic each way. - I also read, in the planning documents, that the developer is required to have 60% of the 17+ acres, reserved as "open space". However the plot plan implicates that this regulation will not be upheld, due to the number of housing units proposed! The apartments and the community center will occupy approximately 58% of the land, so that only leaves 42% for open space? - Next we question the change in zoning, placing multi family apartments in a location specifically designed for single family homes! One wonders if the "mixed use" zoning will next allow a McDonalds to be built on the other side of the cemetery! We do not want to replicate Immokalee Road! This zoning is why many people chose to move to Golden Gate Estates! 115 - Next, most if the apartment complexes in North Naples are only two stories high! These plans include three stories in height! Thus, another eye sore, visible on VBR, where the planned units will back up at that perimeter with little or no buffer! - Finally, we question the impact on class sizes at our local schools. - As our elected officials we ask that you consider the wishes of your constituents and refuse the establishment of different zoning of the Estates! Thank you for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. John W. and Carol M. Griffin 4200 Redonda Lane Naples, FL 34119 116 Cristina Tiberia From:SEAN GRIFFIN <grifinphx@aol.com> Sent:Sunday, September 17, 2023 5:38 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Burt Saunders; Chris Hall Cc:SEAN GRIFFIN Subject:Re: Opposition to Rezoning for RPUD on Vanderbuilt Beach Road EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioners, As a resident of the Island Walk community in Collier County, I am writing to voice my opposition to the proposed rezoning and development on Vanderbilt Beach Road (VBR) just east of Logan Boulevard, for the Ascend Naples apartment complex. The proposal to rezone this property presents the possibility of significant changes to a well- established neighborhood. I am opposed to this rezoning based on the following:  This spot rezoning sets a negative precedent that any land can be rezoned even within an established residential neighborhood. This sends the message that any home owner abutting VBR faces the future risk of a neighbor selling their property for an urban mixed use district. I purchased a home in Island Walk based on the surrounding residential neighborhoods. This proposed re-zoning paves the way for another “Immokalee Road”.  The proposed development does not fit with the current environment and aesthetic as there are no such developments in Golden Gate Estates facing VBR.  Based on the information available online in Exhibit A Ascend Naples RPUD, page 6, it does not appear that the Open Space Requirement (60% of the 17.5 acres = 10.5 acres) is being met. The Multi Family Use (9.9 acres) and Amenity Center (.33 acres) will consume 10.2 Acres or 58% of the acreage. Per the document, Open space in the Site summary is calculated to be only 4.19 acres or 24% of the total property. As you can see there are misrepresentations in the analysis.  The current proposed exit and entrance on VBR for this community is dangerous and will lead to accidents. This is due to the right turn only exit out of the complex and need to cut across 3 lanes of traffic to make a U-turn to proceed West on VBR. This will further impact the light at Islandwalk as the left-hand turning lane will be used as a U-turn to proceed Eastbound.  VBR is already scheduled for an increase in traffic due to the approved extension already underway. This will add to the problem.  The addition of this community will not only result in traffic by residents of the apartment complex, but it will increase other commercial traffic due to deliveries, maintenance, refuse disposal and potential bussing to schools. All of this should be taken into consideration when assessing the proposal. 117  Individuals purchased homes in Golden Gate Estates due to the larger sized lots, quiet neighborhood and abundant wildlife. This proposed development will have a negative impact on all three resulting in a decrease in property values and demand to live in the neighborhood. I am all in full support of building affordable housing for essential workers, however, it should be done in a more appropriate location without the need to rezone residential property. To honor the faith placed in you as elected representatives of the people, I urge you to reject this rezoning request. As previously mentioned, the proposal to rezone and develop the property is incompatible with the bordering neighborhoods that are all zoned as Residential. There are many people that choose to move to Naples and Golden Gates Estates in particular as it affords a community most cities do not have. This will send a direct message that Naples may not be the place to move, which is the wrong message to be sending to future residents. Sincerely, Sean Griffin 4636 Navassa Ln Naples, FL 34119 239-592-4193 Cc: Rick Locastro Chris Hall Burt Saunders Dan Kowal Bill McDaniel 118 Cristina Tiberia From:Robert Coll <rjc7424@aol.com> Sent:Sunday, September 17, 2023 4:56 PM To:Rick LoCastro Subject:Ascend Naples apt.development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner, It is a present reality that Vanderbilt Beach Road is overcrowded and is a speedway. Taking these realities into account I strongly request reconsideration of the Planned Unit Development Rezone. In the event that the proposed development becomes a reality it would be a further insult to have an entrance and exit on Vanderbilt Beach Road. I strongly recommend that you veto this project. Sincerely, R.J. Coll Island Walk 119 Cristina Tiberia From:Robin D <sendemail2robin@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, September 17, 2023 4:43 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel; SparrazzaRandy; VernonChristopher; manager@seapointnc.com; FryerEdwin; KlucikRobert; SheaPaul; SchmittJoseph; lockha@collierschools.com Subject:NO to rezoning for Ascend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear County Commissioners and Planning Commission Members: I have been a full-time IslandWalk homeowner/resident for 20 years. I implore you to not rezone the land across from our community of 1,856 homes for any new configuration of anything other than a single family home. The traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road is already very heavy and will only get worse when Vanderbilt Beach Road is expanded to the east of us. We have already had fatal accidents at our traffic light. During morning rush hour, we can barely get out because people try to beat the red light and block our path. Please do not start rezoning in this area of Logan Woods and Golden Gate Estates. Keep the environment that homeowners in this area purchased, enjoy and expect. Thank you, Robin DeMattia 120 Cristina Tiberia From:ms.dianaceleste <ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com> Sent:Saturday, September 16, 2023 5:18 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Diane Oczkowski Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. 9/15/23 In Re: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 This is my second email stating additional reasons why I am vehemently against the proposed Ascend RPUD: The IslandWalk community has been around since 1998 and the long-time residents at IslandWalk have lot owner rights that need to be respected, and that is their RIGHTS to have QUALITY OF LIFE; HEALTH & SAFETY along our roads; SMOOTH & EFFICIENT TRAFFIC FLOW along our roads and MORE GREENSPACE between neighborhoods to encourage “COHESIVENESS” of Communities in Collier County. The same is true for the neighbors on Cherry Wood Dr and Golden Gates Estates residents who are also affected by this proposed project. Emergency service ambulances, fire trucks, EMTs, etc., will be greatly delayed by the bumper-to-bumper, gridlocked traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Rd and Immokalee Rds and this long delay can be a matter of life and death for Collier residents living West of Collier Blvd. Vanderbilt Beach Rd gets the overflow traffic now from Immokalee Rd because there is so much “at capacity” traffic there, esp ecially during rush hour morning and evenings (year round) and “in season”. IslandWalk’s next-door neighbor to the east-The Falls of Portofino, is starting to build again and at build out will have about 250 townhomes and 2 car garages and at least 250 or more vehicles driving onto Vanderbilt Beach Rd and nearby, across the street from IslandWalk, is the proposed Ascend RPUD with 208 HIGH DENSITY apartments with at least 208 vehicles for a total of 450 vehicles or more that will directly be impacting traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road and will cause a crisis of traffic congestion in front of IslandWalk during rush hour, morning and evening throughout the year and also especially “in season” during the winter months from November through April. We are over-saturated with PUDs on this street and it’s unsustainable due to the heavy traffic already! The study, “Towards Better Places” prepared in 2001 by Dover, Kohl & Partners emphasized that “the CHARACTER of a place is determined by it’s public places”. And roads greatly affect COMMUNITY CHARACTER. Unfortunately, The report stated that Collier County is unable to balance community CHARACTER with desired traffic MOBILITY. The study indicated that Florida promised in the 1980s to avoid road congestion by enforcing a building permit moratorium along a road that has reached it’s capacity. In this case, Vanderbilt Beach Rd has already reached it’s capacity and will be in crisis if Ascend RPUD is allowed to be built, so a building permit moratorium should be enforced on Vanderbilt Beach Rd until the extension of Vanderbilt Beach Rd east of Collier Blvd is completed.And Ascend RPUD re-zone should be denied and Ascend High Density apartments should be built in a location that is more appropriate for it’s size. The study further states that today in Collier County the physical form of new development …”will have serious long-term consequences for mobility”. Collier County is now beginning to pay the price of the resulting DISCONTINUATION or NON- COHESIVENESS of it’s road network that will ultimately limit residents’ ability to drive on UNCONGESTED roads. In other words, traffic will be at a standstill with all these UNMANAGED collection of new “high density” developments! It further states that “traffic has actually grown at a significantly faster rate than the population”. The study stated that residential PUDs that are RE-ZONINGS should interconnect and be “COHESIVE” with adjoining communities. The proposed Ascend RPUD “backends to Cherry Wood Dr and it’s entrance faces Vanderbilt Beach Rd so it has NO “COHESIVENESS” or connection to the Cherry Wood Dr neighborhood to the right and to the Cemetery to the left. It just does not fit in with it’s neighbors and is a sore thumb th at sticks out with 2 and 3 stories and few trees and does not belong in the area. It does not promote COHESIVENESS OF COMMUNITY”. New development should be community building NOT community dividing! And Growth should be RESPONSIBLE! According to the study, congestion is defined as an unacceptable level of delay in travel time between a trip’s origin and it’s destination. In accordance with State law, Collier County sets MINIMUM acceptable levels of service in it’s Growth Management Plan and these levels should not be exceeded during the busiest part of winter season. If traffic congestion on a road exceeds these levels at any time the “Concurrency” law requires the county to halt building permits along that road until that road is improved. Collier County’s MINIMUM level is a “D” for most county roads which means more traffic accidents and most drivers consider this level of service UNDESIRABLE. Florida’s “Concurrency” law requires satisfactory level of service standards on every road at ALL times. Acceptable travel time driving along two miles is 7 minutes/unacceptable travel time to drive two miles is 9 minutes. It takes me almost 15 minutes to drive from IslandWalk on Vanderbilt Beach Rd to Airport-Pulling Rd during morning rush hour! Florida’s “Concurrency” approach ensures that road capacity keeps up with growth. However, Collier County in it’s Growth Management Plan fails to widen roads until 121 AFTER they reach full capacity. A REACTIVE response to crisis instead of a PROACTIVE response. As a result, Collier County was not able to meet community demands for smooth and efficient traffic movement during the winter seasons. The study states that “traffic congestion is caused by growing population forced to use inadequate roads and is aggravated by development patterns that require local residents to … drive long distances to meet everyday needs”. The study found that almost all of the county’s commercial activity and jobs are found west of I-75. Also, when roads are near capacity they promote URBAN SPRAWL which contributes to even greater traffic congestion on roads as residents have to drive longer and further to get to work, shopping, recreation, etc. According to the study, new developments have already negatively impacted natural habitats and water quality. The study did a natural land assessment and found that Collier County needs to acquire, protect and/or restore large, connective greenways for habitat protection. Public green space is disappearing with the building of sports fields, commercial areas and building of new developments. Every Collier County resident living in the urban areas west of collier blvd, according to the study, should have a Neighborhood Park and/or green space within a 1/2 mile distance or 5 minute walk (considered easy walking distance) from their home so neighbors can get together, and these parks promote a “COHESIVENESS” to our urban communities by interconnecting adjoining neighborhoods (for QUALITY OF LIFE). Finally, the study indicated that Collier County should enhance sub arterial connecting streets to prevent speeding. The long distance between traffic lights on Vanderbilt Beach Rd encourages speeders to beat the red lights from Collier Blvd going west along Vanderbilt Beach Rd all the way to Airport-Pulling Rd. IslandWalk has had numerous collisions in front of it’s entrance because of speeders and “red light runners”. More state troopers consistently stationed along Vanderbilt Beach Rd, more traffic lights along this road and more synchronized traffic lights sensitive to heavy traffic might slow down the speeders and reduce collisions. Both traffic lights at Logan Blvd and at the IslandWalk entrance have to be synchronized so IslandWalk residents can get out of their main entrance during rush hour and “in season”. I hope Mr. Commissioners that you take all the above into account and vote NO on the Re-zone for Ascend RPUD and make sure Ascend HIGH DENSITY RPUD is built in a more appropriate location like the abandoned golf course property (which we don’t need) on Collier Blvd & Golden Gate Pkwy where they can have more green-space and be on the bus route and near I-75. Sincerely, Diane Oczkowski 4708 Ossabaw Way Naples, Fl 34119 (239)598-4708 122 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Susan Harris <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Friday, September 15, 2023 10:26 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:I support Ascend Naples! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Susan Harris 4005 Gulf Shore Boulevard N Naples, FL 34103-2603 123 Cristina Tiberia From:Genice Jarman <gkgrosso@gmail.com> Sent:Friday, September 15, 2023 8:35 AM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Penny.Taylor@colliercountyfl.gov Subject:NO TO REZONING! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Re: PL20220003213 and PL20220002908 Dear Commissioner’s, I purchased my home on 3rd Ave NW in 2012 after researching the area and careful consideration of the zoning for Collier Woods and the Estates. I wanted land, privacy, peace and to enjoy the presence of natural wildlife at my residence. It has been ten years since I’ve lived here and my family and I couldn’t be happier. The city has NO BUSINESS taking this away from us and neglecting zoning laws put into place to protect homeowners interests. There is enough political injustice and greed in our country right now. Shut this project down and put the residents of Collier County, like myself, above all else. It is our right to preserve our property zoning for all the reasons it was intended when enacted. Our community will fight this and trust me this is a battle you do not want to mess with. People here are passionate and people here deserve to have their most precious investment of a safe and secure home environment in a tranquil environment protected. The developer and city of Naples are on a destructive path of the alienation of its citizens for monetary profit for even considering projects like these to replace our neighborhoods. As far as affordable housing goes in Naples, I feel that those who can’t afford to live here in our paradise have many other options in this country as to where to build or purchase homes they can financially manage. . If you can’t afford to live here DON’T, and DO NOT take away from those of us who choose to reside here, and choose to pay steep taxes and higher prices to enjoy life in Naples. Developers have some nerve coming after our neighborhoods. How would you all feel if you lived in the estates and projects such as these were being built next door to your oasis????? How would residents in Port Royal or Old Naples react if rezoning for affordable housing projects was suggested in their areas????? I’m sure you see my point. Go find unoccupied land( which is plenty available) to clear for these plans and leave our land 124 alone. You wouldn’t do this to the homeowners in Port Royal and Downtown so don’t do it to us. Here is my family’s message to you: SHUT THIS DOWN I’m all in with my community members to fight against this, whatever it takes. Respectfully, Genice Jarman 4354 3rd Ave NW Naples, Fl 34119 (561) 350-1792 125 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Jolana Wyman <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Thursday, September 14, 2023 6:18 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extre me cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. Relocated to Naples and feeling real discouraged about how I contribute immensely to the community but struggle to find affording housing as a family of 3 All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Jolana Wyman 6902 Wellington Dr Naples, FL 34109-7208 126 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of jdh@jerryhayneslegal.com Sent:Thursday, September 14, 2023 6:14 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - JERRY HAYNES 4850 Tamiami Trail N Suite 301 Naples, FL 34103-3034 127 Cristina Tiberia From:verdes sergiu <verdessergiu@yahoo.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 13, 2023 4:54 PM To:Rick LoCastro Cc:Bill McDaniel Subject:Oppose Ascend Apartments in Golden Gate Estates EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. To whom it may concern, I, Sergiu Verdes and my wife Geraldine M Verdes, residents of Collier County at 4875 Teak Wood Dr, Naples, FL 34119. We oppose the rezoning to apartment complex on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Thank you. Sincerely, Sergiu Verdes 239-961-8953 128 Cristina Tiberia From:Diane Peterson <aarnieri@aol.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 13, 2023 4:45 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Anthony Arnieri Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. We respectfully oppose the above CIG's Ascend apartment development and that you VOTE NAY. Developers from Ohio are attempting to amend the county’s Growth Management Plan and are concurrently seeking a Rezone for 17.5 acres in Golden Gate Estates for 208 High-density residential apartments. (PL20220003213 & PL20220002908) This will have a major impact on the neighborhood, environment, traffic and compatibility of the surrounding areas including Cherry Wood Drive, Island Walk, Vanderbilt Beach Road, Collier Blvd. and Logan Blvd. Traffic routing in front of the Island Walk Community, will create traffic and safety issues. The approval of this amendment and rezoning, in the MIDDLE of an Estates neighborhood, will lead to further amendments and more spot-zoning for throughout our unique GG Estates community. ISLAND WALK THANKS YOU! 2865 Hatteras Way Naples FL 34119 129 Cristina Tiberia From:Jessica Hoover <jessica@SWFLINC.COM> Sent:Wednesday, September 13, 2023 4:24 PM To:Jessica Hoover Subject:Support for Ascend Naples Multi-Family Development Attachments:Ascend Naples Letter of Support.pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hello, Please find the aƩached document as a leƩer of support for an upcoming agenda item on 9/22/2023. JESSICA HOOVER Vice President SWFL Inc. Phone: 239-992-2943 Email: Jessica@SWFLinc.com Web: SWFLinc.com 130 Cristina Tiberia From:Wenrich, Valerie <wenriv@collierschools.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 13, 2023 12:47 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Support for Essential Housing Attachments:CCPS McDaniel.pdf Importance:High EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Please accept our leƩer of support aƩached. Kindly, Valerie Valerie Wenrich Chief Human Resources Officer Collier County Public Schools p: 239.377.0351 ● e: wenriv@collierschools.com Visit us online: www.collierschools.com Pursuant to School Board policy and administrative procedures, this e-mail system is the property of the School District of Collier County and to be used for official business only. In addition, all users are cautioned that messages sent through this system are subject to the Public Records Law of the State of Florida and also to review by the school system. There should be no expectation of privacy. 131 Cristina Tiberia From:Patricia Johns <triciajohns58@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, September 11, 2023 7:48 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend apts EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am against the ascend apts We are already too congested in every way . I am a resident and voter. 3743 Exuma way. 132 133 Sent from my iPhone 134 Cristina Tiberia From:Susan Janke <susanjanke@sbcglobal.net> Sent:Sunday, September 10, 2023 2:40 PM To:burt.sauders@colliercountyfl.gov; Bill McDaniel; rick.lacastro@colliercountyfl.gov Subject:PROPOSED ASCEND APARTMENTS IN Golden Gate Estates EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Sauders, Mr. McDaniel, and Mr. Locastro, I'm writing you to express my concerns about the plan to change the growth management plan and proposed rezoning for the Ascend Apartment proposal. I'm opposed to re-zoning to allow high-density residential apartments in Golden Gate Estates. The traffic is already a major concern on Vanderbilt Beach Road, Collier Boulevard and Logan. This proposed apartment project will dramatically increase traffic and will surely create safety issues for those of us who live and travel in this area. As a homeowner in Islandwalk, I'm shocked that this complex entrance would be diagonal to the traffic light at Islandwalk Blvd and Vanderbilt Beach Road. Lastly, the environmental impact would be detrimental to the native Florida wildlife that reside in the area. In addition, pavement and houses will not absorb intense rainfall, causing flooding. Please note that I'm opposed to re-zoning and the Ascend Naples project. Thank you. Sincerely, Susan M Janke 5946 Bermuda Lane Naples, FL 34119 Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android 135 Cristina Tiberia From:Mark Licciardello <mark3591@hotmail.com> Sent:Sunday, September 10, 2023 1:18 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Strong Opposition to Re-Zoning and Development of New Acend Apartment Complex EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Bill McDaniel, I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern and strong opposition to the proposed re-zoning and development of the new Acend apartment complex near Island Walk in Naples, Florida. As a resident of this beautiful community, I believe it is crucial to carefully consider the potential consequences and impacts of such a project on our neighborhood. Island Walk is renowned for its serene ambiance, natural beauty, and close-knit community spirit. Many of us chose to live here precisely because of the unique charm and tranquility that the area offers. The proposed apartment complex, if approved, has the potential to disrupt the delicate balance of our community in several ways: 1. Increased Traffic Congestion : The addition of a large apartment complex will undoubtedly lead to a significant increase in traffic in an area that is already struggling with congestion during peak hours. This not only poses a risk to the safety of our residents but also threatens the peaceful character of our neighborhood. 2. Strain on Infrastructure : Island Walk and its surrounding areas may not be adequately equipped to handle the infrastructure demands of a new apartment complex, including utilities, water supply, and sewage disposal. This could lead to issues like water shortages and sewage overflows, adversely affecting our quality of life. 3. Environmental Impact : Our community values the natural beauty of the area, and the proposed development could potentially harm the local ecosystem, including wildlife habitats and green spaces. We must prioritize the preservation of our environment for future generations. 4. Property Values : There is a valid concern among residents that the construction of an apartment complex nearby could negatively impact property values in Island Walk. Many of us have invested our savings into our homes here, and we cannot afford to see the value of our investments diminish. 5. Safety Concerns : An influx of new residents may also bring an increase in crime rates, which could jeopardize the safety and security of our community. I kindly request that you take into account the voices and concerns of the residents of Island Walk before making any decisions regarding this proposed Acend development. It is crucial that our 136 community remains a peaceful, safe, and harmonious place to live, and the construction of a large apartment complex threatens to undermine these qualities. I urge you to consider alternative solutions that align more closely with the character and needs of our neighborhood. It is essential to prioritize the well-being and happiness of the current residents who have invested in and contributed to the success of Island Walk. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I hope you will make a decision that reflects the best interests of our community. Sincerely, Mark Licciardello 4210 Saint George Ln. Naples, FL 34119 (315) 263-7846 mark3591@hotmail.com 137 Cristina Tiberia From:Lorraine Salome <lorrainesalome233@gmail.com> Sent:Saturday, September 9, 2023 1:26 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Attainable housing proposal on Vanderbilt Beach Road EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Please consider the proposal and possible future safety effects of attainable housing across from Island Walk. At the intersection leading into the Island Walk there have been numerous fatal and non fatal car and truck accidents. A large community will bring more traffic when Vanderbilt Beach Road is extended causing more dangerous car and truck accidents, bicycle accidents and pedestrian crossing danger. Please consider the well being and safety of the long standing effects this dangerous proposal will bring to the community of Island Walk. Most of us here are long standing residents & tax payers with safety on our minds. Sincerely, Lorraine and Richard Salome 138 Cristina Tiberia From:Robert Peterman <robertspeterman@gmail.com> Sent:Saturday, September 9, 2023 11:57 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:CIG Acend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr McDaniel, I trust this email finds you well. I certainly understand the need for housing within a community but there reaches a point when it becomes overcrowding. This is an example of that. I’m sure you’ve had an opportunity to drive on Vanderbilt Beach Road but if you haven’t I would recommend you do it in the morning or evening . It’s a virtual parking lot. Upgrading the road while adding more residents accomplishes nothing. Just because there’s land does not mean it needs to be built on. Please reject this complex for all of our sakes. Sincerely, Robert Peterman 139 Cristina Tiberia From:ms.dianaceleste <ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com> Sent:Friday, September 8, 2023 11:08 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. 09/08/23 As a 22- year resident of Islandwalk, I vehemently oppose this RPUD Ascend Naples for the following reasons: 1). This RPUD will DESTROY the private, residential CHARACTER of Vanderbilt Beach Rd and also DESTROY the QUALITY OF LIFE of tax-paying Islandwalk residents! We at IW are not so much against affordable housing-it’s the TRAFFIC CONGESTION it is causing NOW from all this DENSE OVER-BUILDING so the majority of IW (1856 residents) are AGAINST Ascend Naples for this reason. Vanderbilt Beach Rd is already OVER-SATURATED with highly populated Planned Unit Developments like the Vineyards, Villagewalk, etc. We don’t need anymore! Our neighbor to the east of IW was Portofino which consisted of two-story townhouses Portofino went bankrupt after 2008 and recently changed it’s name to “The Falls “ and is now building more townhouses which will add to the already heavy traffic at IW’s traffic light. In season (December/January- April) traffic is congested on Vanderbilt Beach Rd during morning (7-9 am) and evening (4-6 pm) rush hours on both sides of the rd! Traffic is at a stand still trying to get through the traffic lights. SO FRUSTRATING AND AGGRAVATING! The traffic light At Logan Blvd is NOT COORDINATED with IW’s traffic light so in season during morning rush hour, cars at IW are almost fifteen deep waiting to get out onto Vanderbilt Beach Rd. If Ascend Naples is built, it will greatly add to IW’s traffic congestion on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Quality of Life will suffer as well for the communities of the Vineyards, Villagewalk, Wilshire Lakes, the Orchards, etc. as their entrances also face Vanderbilt Beach Rd. The transportation dept should have traffic lights sync green all the way from Collier Blvd to Airport Rd during morning and evening rush hour so traffic moves smoothly instead of stop & go at each traffic light! Traffic lights should be traffic sensitive and activate green when traffic is heavy along Vanderbilt Beach Rd or Immokalee Rd, etc.during rush hour. 2). The RPUD Ascend will violate the HEALTH AND SAFETY of IW residents as the proposed exit out of Ascend Naples is a RIGHT TURN ONLY which does not make sense and is unsafe because if Ascend residents want to drive WEST on Vanderbilt Beach Rd (to work, go to dinner or show in downtown Naples, or the beach or Mercato) they have to obviously take a right outside their exit, going EAST and UNSAFELY try to cross three or four heavily trafficked lanes to the nearest median U-Turn (at Pristine Dr, one mile east of Islandwalk) then make the U-Turn against oncoming traffic, then race through IW’s traffic light to run the red light at Logan Blvd’s traffic light. I saw a major rear ender accident at the Logan Blvd traffic light ( another red light runner on Vanderbilt Bch Rd). Also, in the last few years we’ve had red-light running vehicles through our traffic light which killed two residents leaving our exit. IW recently has had a five-car pile up in front of our entrance. One night, Vanderbilt Bch Rd was blocked off from Collier Blvd with barricades, emergency vehicles, police, etc., and I had to detour to Immokalee Rd to get to IW. Most of the accident had been cleared except the totaled car which was lying on it’s roof in front or our IW entrance. There will be more tragic traffic accidents on both sides of Vanderbilt Beach Rd because of this absurdly proposed POOR LOCATION for Ascend Naples with the majority of it’s apartments (70%) being LUXURY apartments and NOT affordable housing! 3). All these new residents at Ascend and The Falls will have a NEGATIVE IMPACT on our sewer, water use, pedestrian safety, our lakes at IW, outdoor lights, schools, etc. With all this increased traffic, our fish-stocked beautiful lake that IW residents pay a lot in their HOA dues to keep clean and healthy will become polluted from road runoff from the proposed expanded Vanderbilt Bch Rd during the rainy season. 4). The beauty of our landscaped medians along our entrance to IW will be gone if Vanderbilt Bch Rd is widened to accomodate this increased traffic. This affects IW’s Quality of Life. 5). Also, the Increased traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Rd will affect the QUALITY of LIFE of IW residents, the residents on Cherrywood Dr and all the communities along Vanderbilt Beach Rd. 6). The CAT bus does not go down Vanderbilt Bch Rd; there is no bus stop at the proposed entrance to the Ascend PUD; there is NO BUS STOP within walking distance to Ascend’s entrance and the majority of the proposed apartments (70%) are LUXURY apartments at $3,000 or more per month to rent, so why is Ascend Naples’ Developer pushing the concept of Affordable Housing when it really is NOT AFFORDABLE HOUSING! The CAT bus goes along Collier Blvd, Golden Gate Pkwy, Pine Ridge Rd, Immokalee Rd, etc., so put affordable housing along the bus routes on these roads, NOT along Vanderbilt Bch Rd! The HUGE abandoned piece of Real Estate (golf course and hotel) on the corner of Golden Gate Pkwy and Collier Blvd, also land along the stretch of Collier Blvd down to Rattlesnake Hammock Rd could be used for Affordable Housing and they have bus stops along these routes so renters can opt to take the bus to work instead of driving. It would help alleviate traffic and offset their high rents. 7). A problem not anticipated may be the number of residents living at Ascend (overcrowding) as a a result of the high rent. Are there strict rules at Ascend Naples as to how many renters per apartment? Also, are there strict rules as to how many vehicles allowed per apartment? Usually there are two persons living in an apartment (married couples, etc.) resulting in two vehicles per apartment. This means there could be over 400 cars entering and exiting the Ascend PUD at various times causing major traffic congestion along Vanderbilt Bch Rd! 140 Collier residents only had one NIM meeting pertaining to the Ascend PUD and that was a disaster! Wrong meeting place, no chairs, no lights, no access for disabled persons, exposure to mosquitoes, etc., and hardly anyone attended because it was poorly advertised! Commissioners received many complaints about this NIM meeting and there were requests for another BETTER planned NIM meeting but were refused another meeting. Now we are confronted suddenly with these two final hearings (while residents are away up North) and without further input from IslandWalk and other Collier residents. Commissioners pushed through the high density 336 Unit Affordable Housing on the corner of Airport Rd and Orange Blossom irregardless of the opposition from residents in the communities along Orange Blossom Rd. They attended meetings, protested the HIGH DENSITY project with their signed petitions and commissioners still approved that Affordable Housing. I thought that America is a Democracy, “of, for and by the people”! Instead America and Collier County seems to be an AUTHORITARIAN PLUTOCRACY run by the wealthy and politicians, NOT by it’s residents! Please prove me wrong that you do NOT listen to our concerns, that you do NOT care about our QUALITY OF LIFE here in Naples! Please prove me wrong that Collier is no longer a beautiful area to live in and it is TRASHED by overbuilding and traffic congestion and that YOU DON’T CARE! Please prove me wrong Mr. Commissioner AND SAY NO TO THIS ASCEND RPUD! Sincerely, Diane Oczkowski 4708 Ossabaw Way Naples, Fl 34119 (239)598-4708 141 Cristina Tiberia From:Joyce Doering <joycedoering2247@gmail.com> Sent:Friday, September 8, 2023 2:23 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Fwd: Ascend Naples (GMPA) & Ascend Naples (PUDZ) EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Re: Petition No: PL20220003213 & PL20220002908 Please consider my objection to the proposed Ascend Naples Project as described above. Vanderbilt Beach Rd is so congested as is and building a rental property encompassing 208 units will greatly impact this road and the Island Walk Community. I strongly oppose this project. Please present this email at the scheduled meeting of 9/22/23 as I am not able to attend but I'd like my voice heard. Thank you. Joyce Doering 5799 Drummond Way Naples, FL 34119 239-777-4546 142 Cristina Tiberia From:Mike Slattery <msslatt@yahoo.com> Sent:Thursday, September 7, 2023 12:33 PM To:burt.sanunders@colliercountyfl.gov; Rick LoCastro; Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Bill McDaniel Cc:shawn.clem@audubon.org Subject:Ascend Naples - Please Do Not let this happen! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, I strongly urge you to reject the proposed Ascend Naples rezone project in Logan Woods. My residence is on Cherry Wood Drive in Naples, FL, and it is adjacent to Vanderbilt Rd. I chose to live here so I could provide a peaceful residential environment for my children. It is unthinkable that our neighborhood it part of a rezoning proposal, which would allow an out-of-town developer to construct 208 apartments on our residential street, has even made it to a vote. How would you feel if someone built 208 apartments right next to your home? While I understand the pressing issue of affordable housing, I believe that Federal interest rate hikes will eventually address this problem, and the proposed rezoning is not the appropriate solution. Allowing this development could eventually force all Logan Woods residents to relocate to other areas. Aside from the moral reasons against rezoning, you must also consider the environmental consequences. I have reviewed the "third-party" environmental report that mentions the presence of numerous bald cypress trees but fails to acknowledge their maturity as if they're all created equal. Just a few houses away from the development site, I have magnificent bald cypress trees in my backyard that must be over 400 years old (see attached photo). Every day, I witness a variety of wildlife, including hawks, bald eagles, bobcats, raccoons, deer, woodpeckers, and others, congregating around these 400-year-old trees. It seems implausible to me that the Ascend development site, given its proximity to my residence, would not also feature similarly mature bald cypress trees. Furthermore, it is intriguing that the environmental report did not identify signs of the animals I listed across the 17-acre plot of land. This situation underscores why it's essential not to disrupt the ecosystem, just as we are warned not to disturb Grandfather Snook. Our understanding of the vital role these trees play in our environment is only the tip of the iceberg. They purify the air, especially in light of increased traffic resulting from the Vanderbilt extension. They provide refuge for wildlife as we encroach upon their habitats, and they contribute to noise reduction. These trees have withstood 400 years of hurricanes. If you vote in favor of the Ascend project, it would signify approval of destroying something older than four generations. Regardless of the amount of money allocated to conservation efforts, you cannot replace something with such historical significance. I implore you not to rezone Cherry Wood Drive and to halt the ASCEND project. Please consider the long-term impact on our community and the invaluable natural heritage we stand to lose. Sincerely, Cherry Wood dr resident Development - Ascend Naples - Ascend Naples | A Luxury Rental Community Environment Impact Study - https://ascendnaples.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/14-Ascend-Naples-Environmental- Data-AUG2022-PUDZ-1.pdf 143 144 145 146 Cristina Tiberia From:rmaxfield@tvsnaples.org on behalf of Dennis Chapman <dchapman@tvsnaples.org> Sent:Thursday, September 7, 2023 7:35 AM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples - Letter of Support Attachments:Ascend Naples Letter of Support - 9_2023 County Commissioners.pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good morning, Collier County Commissioners, Attached, please find my letter of support for the Ascend Naples development by CIG Communities. With gratitude, Dennis To help protect your priv acy, Microsoft Office prevented automatic download of this picture from the Internet. Dennis Chapman, MEd Head of School The Village School of Naples 6000 Goodlette-Frank Road Naples, FL 34109 239-593-7686 Confidentiality Notice: The information contained in this transmission (including attachments) is private and confidential. It is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender by return email and permanently delete any copies. 147 Cristina Tiberia From:Donna M. Messer <dmc@carlryanassoc.com> Sent:Wednesday, September 6, 2023 7:20 PM To:Bill McDaniel; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall; Rick LoCastro Subject:Fwd: 9/22 Planning Commission Agenda Item on Workforce Housing EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, As you can see from my message to Chair Fryer below, I am a strong proponent of Ascend Naples, and I urge you to be as well. CIG Communities is committed to developing high-quality neighborhoods, It is the right location, and we can move forward in yet another step to work towards solving our affordable workforce housing challenges. In 2017 when the ULI study was done, I was a Collier Citizen's Council volunteer working with county staff and researching affordable housing alternatives. Sad to say, we didn't jump on many of those alternatives quickly enough. On the flip side, we are making progress, and with your support, Ascend Naples could be one of the success stories. Thank you for your time and attention to this most important matter, Donna M. Messer ---------- Original Message ---------- From: "Donna M. Messer" <dmc@carlryanassoc.com> To: "edwin.fryer@colliergov.net" <edwin.fryer@colliergov.net> Date: 09/06/2023 6:38 PM Subject: 9/22 Planning Commission Agenda Item on Workforce Housing Commissioner Fryer, I'm getting in touch to express my vigorous support of Ascend Naples, the proposed multi-family development located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard, in the urban Golden Gate Estates. This project will help address our county's workforce housing challenges and support the long- term housing needs of our community for years to come. CIG Communities, I was thankful to learn, has set aside 30% of the proposed 208 units (62 units) for Collier County workers. Of those 62 units, half will be for families making less than 80% of the area median income (AMI), and the other half will be for residents making less than 100% of the AMI. Conveniently located, Ascend Naples is near shopping centers, several employers, and other destinations. Affordable workforce housing is critical to the lifeblood of our county and this crisis affects all who live here, including those who don't need to worry about having access to it. While my family is incredibly fortunate to own our own home, we depend on those who provide their talents and services, teach our children, enforce our laws, staff our hospitals, share their hospitality, run our restaurants, and more. 148 Increased access to affordable housing will help our community retain talent and thrive. Many will experience a shorter commute, greater amenities, and open up a range of different economic opportunities. All good for our community! I also strongly support the proposed location on Vanderbilt Beach Road in urban Golden Gate Estates. CIG Communities has made it clear they are committed to being good neighbors, making a variety of commitments designed to ensure Ascend Naples complements the surrounding neighborhood and has minimal impact on nearby residents. Buildings will not exceed two stories and undisturbed preserves will serve as a natural buffer to nearby residents. Perhaps most importantly, access to the community will be limited to Vanderbilt Beach Road, there will be no traffic impact on Cherry Wood Drive. I believe all areas of the county, including urban Golden Gates Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternatives for those who work in proximity to this location. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creating high-quality, affordable housing options for Collier's workforce but also supporting the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. I strongly urge you to approve CIG Communities' applications for Ascend Naples, allowing this important project to move forward. Thank you for your continued hard work for our county and our citizens, Donna Donna M. Messer | dmc@carlryanassoc.com | 214.870.1915 Donna M. Messer | dmc@carlryanassoc.com | 214.870.1915 149 Cristina Tiberia From:Dan Lavender <dlavender@mooringspark.org> Sent:Friday, September 1, 2023 1:55 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Cristina Tiberia Subject:Ascend Naples Letter of Support Attachments:Ascend Naples Letter of Support - McDaniel.pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good aŌernoon, Please see the leƩer supporƟng Ascend Naples project aƩached. Thanks, Dan Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. 1 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:49 AM To:'Anncrews@comcast.net' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Ms. Crews, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Friday, October 20, 2023 7:52 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Ann Crews Anncrews@comcast.net 2 Naples, FL 34112 3 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:49 AM To:'Bill Louis' Subject:RE: Vote NO on the rezoning for Ascend on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Mr. Louis, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Bill Louis <teuhydro@hotmail.com> Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 10:55 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: FW: Vote NO on the rezoning for Ascend on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Sorry – typo in your address. From: Bill Louis Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 10:51 AM To: Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov; Chris.hall@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt.saunders@colliercountyfl.gov; Dan.kowal@colliercountyfl.gov; Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountfl.gov Subject: Vote NO on the rezoning for Ascend on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Gentlemen – My wife and I live in Islandwalk, across from the proposed Ascend development. The rezoning to permit this development to go forward should be rejected by all of you at the forthcoming hearing. Not only is the development completely inappropriate for the proposed locaƟon, but the traffic consequences will be very severe. 4 Ascend is to be located on a quiet (up to now) street, Cherry Wood Drive, that, like the rest of the area in Golden Gate Estates, consists exclusively of single family homes on large lots. It’s hard to imagine that this rezoning is proposed for such a locaƟon, and I’m sure that the homeowners in the vicinity are, understandably, outraged. Since the only access will be on Vanderbilt Beach Road, all traffic leaving this complex to go West will need to make a U- turn on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. To accomplish this will require crossing three lanes of a heavily travelled road to reach the U-turn lane, and then aƩempt to do so into an equal three lanes of Westbound traffic. Making a leŌ turn into Islandwalk is very challenging now, and we have a traffic light. Traffic rouƟnely backs up from our light so that the U-turn will be very difficult. We have had accidents at our light and the U-turners will undoubtedly cause more. Please do not approve the proposed zoning change for Ascend. Thank you very much. Bill Louis 4366 Queen Elizabeth Way 5 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:48 AM To:'rsvp.msb@comcast.net' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 Dear Muriel, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: rsvp.msb@comcast.net <rsvp.msb@comcast.net> Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 11:09 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Fwd: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am strongly opposed to the rezoning for the Ascend Naples RPUD development. There is only one traffic light from 951 to Logan Boulevard, which is at our development. Since the Ascend development can only turn right, many people will need to make a U-turn which is extremely dangerous in the morning when traffic is already heavy and can block our exit. School buses and emergency vehicles already have problems making time-sensitive entries and exits, but in Ascend trying to get kids to school on time and life saving people to a hospital with only a right turn is looking for tragedy! Lastly when people invest in a community, they check the rules governing them. Where are the schools, hospitals, zoning restrictions, traffic, and what buildings are 6 around them. They feel lied to, a victim of a terrible crime when you change the game for the financial gain of a few! Muriel S. Brown rsvp.msb@comcast.net 4057 Trinidad Way Naples, FL 7 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:48 AM To:'Carolynsjam@outlook.com' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Ms. McAlear-Feingold, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 4:12 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I'm a teacher, and I grew up here, but I cannot afford to stay. We need access to places like this if you'd like to have teachers for our schools. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - 8 Crolyn McAlear-Feingold 3740 18th Ave NE Naples, FL 34120-3521 9 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:47 AM To:'2201@gmail.com' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Ms. McCrea, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 6:38 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. People need a place affordable to live. We keep giving land to build and teachers and others can't afford it All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - 10 Deborah McCrea 2240 Malibu Lake Circle Naples, FL 34119-8790 11 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:46 AM To:'Macemontijo@gmail.com' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Ms. Cordero, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2023 7:18 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I am an essenƟal worker to our veterans in the area and outer areas and I can't find affordable housing. I am a mother of three and I have to go to food pantry's because I can't get assistance and yet I can't afford food. I barely have enough aŌer rent and all other bills. Please I urge you to think about this and help us people in the workforce. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - 12 Miltelina Cordero 3616 Seminole ave Naples, FL 34112-5938 13 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:46 AM To:'narvaj@collierschools.com' Subject:RE: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples Mr. Narvaez, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> On Behalf Of narvaj@collierschools.com Sent: Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:28 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Jorge Narvaez 4750 Cypress Gradens Loop Fort Myers FL Fort Myers, FL 33966 14 15 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:45 AM To:'kendraowusu@icloud.com' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Ms. Owusu, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:30 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Kendra Owusu 16282 Allura Cir., Apt 1306 Naples, FL 34110-9306 16 17 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:44 AM To:'Susan Janke' Subject:RE: CiG's Ascend proposal Ms. Janke, Thank you very much for your email regarding CiG's Ascend proposal. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Susan Janke <susanjanke@sbcglobal.net> Sent: Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:23 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Fw: CiG's Ascend proposal EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android Dear Commisioner McDaniel, I am a resident of Islandwalk and am very concerned about the Ascend apartment proposal. While I don't live in your district, I'm sure that the residents you represent are also concerned about re-zoning, new building and increasing traffic in Collier County. I am NOT in favor of the proposed Ascend development. Please vote no to re-zoning. 18 My concerns are related to re-zoning to a high density apartment complex that is not cohesive with single family homes in the Golden Gate Estates and Logan Woods area. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road is highly congested during the morning and evening commute times of 7-10am and 4- 7pm. The proposed 208 apartments will further increase traffic. In addition, the complex will not have a traffic light and the only entrance & exit are via East bound Vanderbilt Beach Road. I fear that when those residents attempt to cross 3 lanes of traffic in order to use the median cross-over to West bound Vanderbilt Beach Road, it will be dangerous to all of us. I'm also concerned about increased response time for EMS, law enforcement, and fire department due to additional traffic. The impact to wildlife will worsen as well. Due to heavy development, flora and fauna are increasingly losing habitat in Collier County. Lastly, this proposed attainable/affordable housing option is neither. 30 small apartments out of 208 are still very expensive and the efficiency and 1 bedroom square footage is barely large enough for 1-2 people. Many of our teachers and first responders have families. They are interested in purchasing or renting affordable homes and apartments that are large enough for families. I recommend exploring other locations to build truly affordable/attainable housing for our service workers rather than a small percentage of these apartments that will be offered to teachers and emergency workers. As a Collier County resident and representative of our community, I hope that you will vote NO on the Ascend proposal. Please make decisions that will help us maintain our beautiful Naples. Sincerely, Susan Janke 5946 Bermuda Lane Naples, FL 34119 Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android 19 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:44 AM To:'Jeff Hardee' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Mr. Hardee, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Jeff Hardee <jhardee02@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:37 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner: I am a resident of Island Walk and am opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1) I am very concerned about the increase in traffic the project will generate in an area in which we already have excessive traffic during rush hours and too many accidents-- the delays and safety concerns will be daily matters and will have a decidedly negative impact on our quality of life; 2) I am very concerned about a potential change in zoning to allow multi-family dwelling in a community that I have invested in with the full expectation that the zoning would not change from single family housing; and 20 3) re-zoning for a developer would add undue pressure to critical services in the community (fire, schools, police), would very likely reduce the value of Island Walk and neighboring homes, and would introduce new safety and security issues that Island Walk would need to be prepared to address, which will surely cost residents money; I earnestly request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to the Ascend RPUD. I am sympathetic to the need for more lower income housing in Naples but this proposed project is in the wrong place, does not address the need for affordable housing and will have too many negative implications for residents like me in Island Walk and surrounding neighborhoods. Our votes count. Please vote NO. Thank you for your service and my very best regards, Jeff The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been mov ed, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. ReplyForward 21 Cristina Tiberia From:Cristina Tiberia Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 8:39 AM To:'Kathy Whalen' Subject:RE: Ascend Project Ms. Whalen, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Project. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Kathy Whalen <kqw@mac.com> Sent: Sunday, October 22, 2023 8:21 PM To: Cristina Tiberia <Cristina.Tiberia@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good morning Christina, I am contacting you because Commissioner Mc Daniel’s email is not accepting emails. I hope you will see to it that he gets this information in time to read our position before t he meeting. We had the same issue with Commissioner Saunders email. Thank you for handling this. Kathy and Bill Whalen Martinique Way 22 Commissioner Mc Daniels, October 22, 2023 My husband and I have been full-time residents of Island Walk for 19 years. We are looking for your help in preserving the beauty and character of Naples and, at the same time, providing Work Force housing. Traffic Naples is currently being threatened by over-development – including horrendous traffic. In early October of this year, morning and afternoon traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road was already approaching Immokalee Road’s peak congestion – and it was not yet season! Most importantly, much more traffic is on the books for Vanderbilt because of development to the east! I believe that the traffic study documents for the Ascend project are dated August of 2022, during a low traffic period! Entry and Exit to and from the Ascend property It is a potential nightmare with unsafe conditions prevailing. On October weekday mornings, Island Walk residents are already in the position of not being able to get out of our property because there is no room to get into the west-bound Vanderbilt traffic lane, even with a traffic light. How will vehicles making U-turns from Ascend, and attempting to travel west, even be able to enter the traffic flow? Zoning Foisting Ascend into the midst of Golden Gate Estates on Cherry Wood Drive blights the bucolic nature of the long-established neighborhood. Those residents moved there with 2+ acre zoning. There is no redeeming point of view to change existing zoning. There are many alternative locations that can be considered for this project that would be far less intrusive. Spot Zoning Using Spot Zoning, for situations where are other alternatives, should be banned. Building Ascend further east or north, or in another location could create an asset for the community. But NO, Spot Zoning is not OK. It violates other people's already-agreed-to rights. Naples is a treasured magnetic jewel, in contrast to the “hub-bub” of the east coast of Florida which people constantly tell us is a “gigantic turn-off,” and a robust reason why people come to Naples. Let us not kill the goose that laid the golden egg! Naples is a gem! YOU We depend on you, our Commissioner and your sound judgment, to preserve and protect what is special about Naples. We urge you, Commissioner, to avoid the lure of the “DEAL” and the buzz words of the developer, and rather return your attention the welfare of our beautiful community, above all else! Please vote “NO” on the Ascend Project in this location, along Vanderbilt Beach Road. Please vote “NO” to changing the zoning to allow deviation from zoning regulations in the name of Work Force housing! There are other worthy locations! 23 Respectfully submitted, Kathy and Bill Whalen 4806 Martinique Way Island Walk, Naples, FL 24 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, October 20, 2023 2:38 PM To:'jean.mertine.marykay@gmail.com' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Ms. MerƟne, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Thursday, October 19, 2023 5:54 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Jean MerƟne jean.merƟne.marykay@gmail.com Naples , FL 34112 25 26 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, October 20, 2023 2:37 PM To:'smc369@aol.com' Subject:RE: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples Ms. McCann, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:08 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. Affordable Collier County housing is greatly needed to slow the exodus of our teachers, nurses, government employees, transportaƟon workers, etc. from their jobs within our county. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Susan McCann 27 7959 Bristol Circle Naples, FL 34120-0705 28 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, October 20, 2023 2:36 PM To:'Diana Stowers' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Ms. Stowers, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Diana Stowers <dianastowers@aol.com> Sent: Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:21 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 19, 2023 Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I am a permanent resident of Island Walk and have owned here since 2002. I am very opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: In 2001 when my husband and I exited I75 at Pine Ridge Road, we were VERY impressed with the lush, green landscape and the laid back feel of the area. We felt we were in paradise compared with the east coast of FL a nd DC (where I grew up) and have felt this way ever since. When my husband, Larry, passed away in 2016, I became a permanent resident and absolutely love it here. The Ascend planned project is not going to preserve any of the lush landscape. It will be a blah apartment complex. In a few years Golden Gate will look like the apartment city at the intersection of I75 and Alico Road! 29 Please DO NOT open this Pandora’s Box. The affordable units will probably become seasonal units as soon as the lease is up, and the investors will get what they want!! $$$ Please vote NO. Thank you from all of the residents in Island Walk. Sincerely, Diana D. Stowers 2710 Island Pond Lane, Naples, FL 34119 30 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 19, 2023 8:37 AM To:'JEFFREY BRONSDON' Subject:RE: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 Mr. Bronsdon, Thank you very much for your email. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. Regarding your question: “Do you still support the citizens ability to exercise their first amendment right to free speech? “, the answer is yes. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> Sent: Wednesday, October 18, 2023 6:22 AM To: Rick LoCastro <Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov>; Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Fwd: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen You were both in attendance at the BCC meeting that was held in June of 2022, I have made references to that meeting and discussions regarding NIMS below. I submit the same question to you considering the Oath of Office you took when seated. “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, protect and defend the Constitution and Government of the United States and of the State of Florida; The question for you as well as the other BCC members is : Do you still support the citizens ability to exercise their first amendment right to free speech? Mr Bronsdon 4990 Cherrywood Drive 31 ---------- Original Message ---------- From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> To: Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> Date: 10/17/2023 8:38 AM EDT Subject: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 Commissioner Saunders Thank you for your response to my E-mail. Below is a excerpt of some of your comments made in a BCC meeting n June of 2022 in which there was discussion regarding the conduct of a few of the people in the audience and forced the meeting to shut down. . Commissioner Saunders said “I agree completely that we are living in some interesting times. There is extreme partisanship. There were even screams from the audience about ‘go home liberals’… that has nothing to do with the meeting.” Saunders also said “I don’t want the folks that disrupted that meeting to think that they had a victory. Because that victory would be that the NIM didn’t go forward and therefore there is no project. I think that in this particular case, they had the NIM and the matter should move forward. They shouldn’t be required to have another NIM because people in the audience became disruptive and shut it down. Because if we make that determination that the NIM did not occur because it shut down because of what transpired there, that is going to encourage people to disrupt NIM’s in the future.” Saunders said “I am not suggesting any of us support the project. It’s just that the process has to move forward.” Below is a quote from the article by the author of the article as it appeared in the Coastal Breeze June 23, 2022 "Commissioners all agreed they support a citizen’s ability to exercise their first amendment right and to object to whatever is going on but that this is a public safety issue" In the case of the NIM held on 11-16-2022 it appears that it was the petitioner and county staff that interfered with the meeting being held in an appropriate and safe venue and in compliance with the Administrative Code Chapter 8 Sec. B. To accept the NIM as it was held or to waive the NIM altogether would be a violation of the Constitutionally protected rights free speech rights of the citizens. You took the Oath of Office along with the other members of the BCC, it includes this . “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, protect and defend the Constitution and Government of the United States and of the State of Florida; The question for you as well as the other BCC members is : Do you still support the citizens ability to exercise their first amendment right to free speech? I would be appropriate to get an answer to this question. 32 Mr.Bronsdon On 10/16/2023 9:53 AM EDT BurtCommissioners all agreed they support a citizen’s ability to exercise their first amendment right and to object to whatever is going on but that this is a public safety issue. Saunders <burt.saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> wrote: Mr. Bronsdon, This will acknowledge receipt of your email regarding the proposed Ascend Naples development. Thank you for taking the time to voice your views. I will take your comments into consideration when this issue comes before the Board of County Commissioners. Please be advised that you can attend the Board meeting to make your comments part of the public record. All persons wishing to speak on Agenda items must register prior to presentation of the Agenda item to be addressed and will receive up to 3 minutes to speak. I greatly appreciate the opportunity to represent you on the Collier County Commission. Thank you for helping to make Collier County a great place to live, work and play. Burt Saunders District 3 Commissioner Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite #303 Naples, FL 34112 P: (239) 252-8603 To subscribe to our District 3 Newsletter Click Here 33 From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 9:29 AM To: Rick LoCastro <Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov>; Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov>; Dan Kowal <Dan.Kowal@colliercountyfl.gov>; Chris Hall <Chris.Hall@colliercountyfl.gov>; Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov>; Amy Patterson <Amy.Patterson@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good Morning Collier County Commissioners and Manager My name is Jeff Bronsdon, I'm a 26 + year homeowner on Cherrywood Drive specifically 4990 Cherrywood Dr. I strongly object to the proposal to develop a 208 unit apartment complex on Cherrywood Drive. 1.The petitioner failed to hold an in person NIMS meeting in compliance with Collier County Administrative Code Chapter 8 Sec B. The petitioner attempted to host a NIM on 11-16-2022 at a venue that brought numerous objections from the community as a whole prior to the NIM. The location was strongly endorsed by Michael Bosi, Director of Planning & Development Collier County. The meeting was attempted as planned at the venue endorsed by Michael Bosi. The meeting was held outside in the dark and in direct violation of Local, State and Federal Statutes that require at the minimum handicap accommodations and working indoor restrooms. The conditions at the attempted meeting were reported VIA complaints addressed to Numerous County officials including, Michael Bosi, Amy Patterson, Growth Management staff and the sitting BCC. Administrative Code for Land Development Chapter 2 Sec. B: 34 "Conduct of Meeting: The Collier County staff Planner assigned to attend the pre-application meeting, or designee must attend the NIM and will serve as the facilitator of the meeting". Additionally "The applicant is required to audio or video tape the proceedings of the meeting and to provide a copy to the planning & Zoning Department." Did a Collier County staff member attend and facilitate the NIM on 11-16- 2022? Who was the Collier County staff member that attended this meeting and serve as the "facilitator of the meeting" ? Did the staff member report the unacceptable conditions at the venue to their immediate supervisor? Why was this petition advanced to the planning Commission and then to the BCC without a NIM being held in an appropriate venue? Is there a video or audio recording of this NIM on record at the Planning & Zoning Department? There is a strong suggestion of Malfeasance or at best misfeasance in the way this petition has been handled or mishandled by Collier County staff. 2. The apartment complex is completely out of character with any of the neighboring properties on Cherrywood Drive as well as the surrounding area known and zoned as Urban Golden Gate Estates, and is not allowed per the Urban Golden Gate Estates Master Plan. This area is specifically zoned as low density housing with large wooded lots and is limited to one house per 2.25 acres. 3. The actual height of this complex, according to the petitioners power point presentation is 45 feet from final grade of the area. The majority of the homes on Cherrywood drive are single story with an average height of 14 feet and few of the newer homes being 2 story with an average height of 28 feet from finished grade. The apartment complex as described by the petitioner would be 3 times taller than the majority of surrounding homes and almost twice the height of the few newer two story surrounding structures. The City of Naples has commercial building height restriction of 42 feet regardless of the commercial use. 4. The petitioner has presented a number of area comparisons in their power point presentation. All the comparisons were of "Commercial" use 35 PUD in areas bordering Urban Golden Gate Estates zoning. They wish to build a 208 unit apartment complex which is classified as a "Commercial Multi-Family" PUD. There is a significant difference between the two types of occupancies within these developments. Commercial use is for businesses with a set time of business type activity typically between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm by a limited number of occupancies. A Commercial Multi-Family development is a 24/7 hour operation, in this particular case it will be 208 households and all the activities the members of those households bring to this neighborhood. Neither the county officials or the property manager will have any ability whatsoever to restrict the activities or control the negative impacts they will bring to the surrounding area. 5. The petitioner so far has offered no realistic or effective plans to shield Cherrywood Drive residents from the significant negative impacts related to the construction activities, post construction maintenance activities and the overwhelming presence of the over 200 additional households that will be located less the 70 feet from Cherrywood Drive with approximately 800 feet of road frontage. Cherrywood Dr. is a narrow unlit street with no sidewalks which could very easily become overwhelmed with playing children, pedestrians and individuals walking their dogs and not picking up after them. Mr. Bronsdon Stadium Naples 1997? NDN 2012 good read 36 Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 37 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 11:31 AM To:'Amy Kurtz' Subject:RE: Development Ms. Kutz, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Amy Kurtz <wazupaim@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, October 18, 2023 9:05 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 18, 2023 Ascend Naples (GMAP) & (PUDZ) PL20220003213 & PL20220002908 Dear Commissioner: By now you are probably aware of a commercial rental complex, Ascend Naples, proposed to be built between Vanderbilt Beach Rd. and Cherry Wood Drive. As a homeowner on Cherry Wood Dr., in Golden Gate Estates, for nearly 35 years, it is shocking that this is even a consideration with the density rules pertaining to GGE. 208 dwellings would be back ed up to the middle area of the street. This is probably the most non-cohesive amendment and rezone to hit Collier County. 38 The caveat to approve this dense, mixed-use sub-district, is its affordable housing component of 71 apartments. We, on Cherry Wood and nearby areas, are for affordable housing, or “attainable” in this instance. These few units are just not worth the massive changes in density and impacts to the surroundings. The project is inconsistent with several goals and objectives in the GGAMP and the Urban GGE Sub-Element and recent restudies. The petitioner took a calculated risk to purchase this lower-priced and incompatibly zoned property, with the intent that Collier County would allow their project. That seems quite presumptuous! He is entitled to request, but not necessarily receive. The petitioner has been downplaying that the development is even in GGE. Purposely mentioned is Vanderbilt Beach Road, and east of Logan Blvd., but rarely mentions Cherry Wood Drive to the south. Even our hearing notice from the county does not mention Cherry Wood Dr. They continue to state that this 208-unit, commercial apartment complex, with 30 TIMES the allowable density, will be “compatible with and complimentary to the surroundings”. To say the very least, this is an outlandish statement. We care for and enjoy our cohesive community. We paid more to live closer to town and enjoy the surrounding acreage and privacy that Logan Woods affords. It is not judicious to intrude on the unique character embraced by so many, to garner a few rentals and help fill Collier County’s AH quotas and tax revenues. It creates mistrust that those empowered will undo the provision for “protection of the rural character of Golden Gate Estates.” All who moved into this community did so for the space, quiet, privacy, not to li ve in, or among, densely populated apartments. Our Cherry Wood Drive area already has a built environment that is serving the community. We have EMS Station 76 on the corner of Logan and VBR, a massive pump station on the northside of Cherry Wood and the 24+ acre Palm Royale Cemetery. (which came in under AG zoning) Our community has already been impacted, as you can see. I feel for the 9 hard-working families who have just built or moved into their dream homes, and now are faced with this massive change next door. It seems as though Collier County’s planning strategy is to infill all available lots along arterial roadways with commercial apartments and businesses. This 17.5 acres could easily be retained within the GGAMP’s low-density character and be subdivided into 7 Estate lots for 7 compatible homes, as intended. Possibly, a change for a few more than the allotted, 1:2.25 acres, could be considered. The nearly 15 acres of excessive land clearing on these Cherry Wood parcels, and the additional population of well over 400, plus pets and noise, would forever change the quality of life for all living here, not to mention the many forms of native wildlife inhabiting this property. Ascend is not a compatible land use within GGE. There is no justification in saying it is. We hope you will look beyond the scope of the petitioner’s two pluses… “Attainable housing” and location fronting VBR, and conclude that this 17.5 acres along the middle of a GGE road, is too incohesive within this location. Besides radically impinging on our neighborhood, it will set a new precedent for further spot zoning throughout our county. This incompatible project, redesignating the subject property from Estates to an Urban Mixed Use District, disregards the GMP, the GGAMP, The Collier County LDC, The Urban GGE Restudies, the amend ments to the GGE Sub-Element and Future Land Use Map and Map series and the wishes of all the residents of Cherry Wood Drive. This disparity should lead you to conclude that this is the wrong place to 39 build high-density. We urge you to oppose the Ascend Naples comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning. Sincerely, Amy Kurtz 4860 Cherry Wood Drive 40 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 11:30 AM To:'mcdanielbill1@gmail.com' Subject:FW: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 fyi From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> Sent: Wednesday, October 18, 2023 6:22 AM To: Rick LoCastro <Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov>; Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Fwd: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen You were both in attendance at the BCC meeting that was held in June of 2022, I have made references to that meeting and discussions regarding NIMS below. I submit the same question to you considering the Oath of Office you took when seated. “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, protect and defend the Constitution and Government of the United States and of the State of Florida; The question for you as well as the other BCC members is : Do you still support the citizens ability to exercise their first amendment right to free speech? Mr Bronsdon 4990 Cherrywood Drive ---------- Original Message ---------- From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> To: Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> Date: 10/17/2023 8:38 AM EDT Subject: RE: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 Commissioner Saunders Thank you for your response to my E-mail. Below is a excerpt of some of your comments made in a BCC meeting n June of 2022 in which there was discussion regarding the conduct of a few of the people in the audience and forced the meeting to shut down. . 41 Commissioner Saunders said “I agree completely that we are living in some interesting times. There is extreme partisanship. There were even screams from the audience about ‘go home liberals’… that has nothing to do with the meeting.” Saunders also said “I don’t want the folks that disrupted that meeting to think that they had a victory. Because that victory would be that the NIM didn’t go forward and therefore there is no project. I think that in this particular case, they had the NIM and the matter should move forward. They shouldn’t be required to have another NIM because people in the audience became disruptive and shut it down. Because if we make that determination that the NIM did not occur because it shut down because of what transpired there, that is going to encourage people to disrupt NIM’s in the future.” Saunders said “I am not suggesting any of us support the project. It’s just that the process has to move forward.” Below is a quote from the article by the author of the article as it appeared in the Coastal Breeze June 23, 2022 "Commissioners all agreed they support a citizen’s ability to exercise their first amendment right and to object to whatever is going on but that this is a public safety issue" In the case of the NIM held on 11-16-2022 it appears that it was the petitioner and county staff that interfered with the meeting being held in an appropriate and safe venue and in compliance with the Administrative Code Chapter 8 Sec. B. To accept the NIM as it was held or to waive the NIM altogether would be a violation of the Constitutionally protected rights free speech rights of the citizens. You took the Oath of Office along with the other members of the BCC, it includes this . “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, protect and defend the Constitution and Government of the United States and of the State of Florida; The question for you as well as the other BCC members is : Do you still support the citizens ability to exercise their first amendment right to free speech? I would be appropriate to get an answer to this question. Mr.Bronsdon On 10/16/2023 9:53 AM EDT BurtCommissioners all agreed they support a citizen’s ability to exercise their first amendment right and to object to whatever is going on but that this is a public safety issue. Saunders <burt.saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> wrote: Mr. Bronsdon, This will acknowledge receipt of your email regarding the proposed Ascend Naples development. Thank you for taking the time to voice your views. I will take your comments into consideration when this issue comes before the Board of County Commissioners. 42 Please be advised that you can attend the Board meeting to make your comments part of the public record. All persons wishing to speak on Agenda items must register prior to presentation of the Agenda item to be addressed and will receive up to 3 minutes to speak. I greatly appreciate the opportunity to represent you on the Collier County Commission. Thank you for helping to make Collier County a great place to live, work and play. Burt Saunders District 3 Commissioner Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite #303 Naples, FL 34112 P: (239) 252-8603 To subscribe to our District 3 Newsletter Click Here From: JEFFREY BRONSDON <bmmrbikeman@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 9:29 AM To: Rick LoCastro <Rick.LoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov>; Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov>; Dan Kowal <Dan.Kowal@colliercountyfl.gov>; Chris Hall <Chris.Hall@colliercountyfl.gov>; Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov>; Amy Patterson <Amy.Patterson@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend objections PL20220003213, PL2022000298 43 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good Morning Collier County Commissioners and Manager My name is Jeff Bronsdon, I'm a 26 + year homeowner on Cherrywood Drive specifically 4990 Cherrywood Dr. I strongly object to the proposal to develop a 208 unit apartment complex on Cherrywood Drive. 1.The petitioner failed to hold an in person NIMS meeting in compliance with Collier County Administrative Code Chapter 8 Sec B. The petitioner attempted to host a NIM on 11-16-2022 at a venue that brought numerous objections from the community as a whole prior to the NIM. The location was strongly endorsed by Michael Bosi, Director of Planning & Development Collier County. The meeting was attempted as planned at the venue endorsed by Michael Bosi. The meeting was held outside in the dark and in direct violation of Local, State and Federal Statutes that require at the minimum handicap accommodations and working indoor restrooms. The conditions at the attempted meeting were reported VIA complaints addressed to Numerous County officials including, Michael Bosi, Amy Patterson, Growth Management staff and the sitting BCC. Administrative Code for Land Development Chapter 2 Sec. B: "Conduct of Meeting: The Collier County staff Planner assigned to attend the pre-application meeting, or designee must attend the NIM and will serve as the facilitator of the meeting". Additionally "The applicant is required to audio or video tape the proceedings of the meeting and to provide a copy to the planning & Zoning Department." Did a Collier County staff member attend and facilitate the NIM on 11-16- 2022? Who was the Collier County staff member that attended this meeting and serve as the "facilitator of the meeting" ? Did the staff member report the unacceptable conditions at the venue to their immediate supervisor? Why was this petition advanced to the planning Commission and then to the BCC without a NIM being held in an appropriate venue? 44 Is there a video or audio recording of this NIM on record at the Planning & Zoning Department? There is a strong suggestion of Malfeasance or at best misfeasance in the way this petition has been handled or mishandled by Collier County staff. 2. The apartment complex is completely out of character with any of the neighboring properties on Cherrywood Drive as well as the surrounding area known and zoned as Urban Golden Gate Estates, and is not allowed per the Urban Golden Gate Estates Master Plan. This area is specifically zoned as low density housing with large wooded lots and is limited to one house per 2.25 acres. 3. The actual height of this complex, according to the petitioners power point presentation is 45 feet from final grade of the area. The majority of the homes on Cherrywood drive are single story with an average height of 14 feet and few of the newer homes being 2 story with an average height of 28 feet from finished grade. The apartment complex as described by the petitioner would be 3 times taller than the majority of surrounding homes and almost twice the height of the few newer two story surrounding structures. The City of Naples has commercial building height restriction of 42 feet regardless of the commercial use. 4. The petitioner has presented a number of area comparisons in their power point presentation. All the comparisons were of "Commercial" use PUD in areas bordering Urban Golden Gate Estates zoning. They wish to build a 208 unit apartment complex which is classified as a "Commercial Multi-Family" PUD. There is a significant difference between the two types of occupancies within these developments. Commercial use is for businesses with a set time of business type activity typically between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm by a limited number of occupancies. A Commercial Multi-Family development is a 24/7 hour operation, in this particular case it will be 208 households and all the activities the members of those households bring to this neighborhood. Neither the county officials or the property manager will have any ability whatsoever to restrict the activities or control the negative impacts they will bring to the surrounding area. 5. The petitioner so far has offered no realistic or effective plans to shield Cherrywood Drive residents from the significant negative impacts related to the construction activities, post construction maintenance activities and 45 the overwhelming presence of the over 200 additional households that will be located less the 70 feet from Cherrywood Drive with approximately 800 feet of road frontage. Cherrywood Dr. is a narrow unlit street with no sidewalks which could very easily become overwhelmed with playing children, pedestrians and individuals walking their dogs and not picking up after them. Mr. Bronsdon Stadium Naples 1997? NDN 2012 good read Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 46 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, October 18, 2023 11:29 AM To:'Robert Coll' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD Mr. Coll, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Robert Coll <rjc7424@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 4:33 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner McDaniel: The Ascend Naples RPUD development project presented to the electorate for our consideration is another example of 'Putting the Cart before the Horse'. This has been the modous operandi in Collier County for too long. BUILD ROADS NOT HOMES The planned extension of Vanderbilt Road is but a distraction from the proposed building of hundreds of homes in an area which has had serious traffic and safety problems for some time. 47 BUILD ROADS NOT HOMES Robert J. Coll 2956 Gilford Way Naples FL 34119 48 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 2:44 PM To:'Geri Ruhl' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-pl-20220003213 Ms. Ruhl, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-pl-20220003213. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Geri Ruhl <samanthapep@comcast.net> Sent: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 11:48 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-pl-20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. ---------- Original Message ---------- From: Geri Ruhl <samanthapep@comcast.net> Date: 10/17/2023 11:45 AM EDT Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-pl-202200032 Dear Mr. Commissioner: We are residents of Island Walk and have lived here for 10 years. We are greatly opposed to the Asced RPUD following reasons: We have more than our share of accidents entering and exiting our Community onto Vanderbilt Beach Road intersecting with Logan Blvd. and we feel strongly that this issue would add tremendously to the already existing problem here. 49 We request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of the Ascend RPUD. We would expect the commissioers to stand up for us, your constituents and NOT the developers. In next year's re-election, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO. Sincerely, Geraldine Ruhl and Christopher Wesley 4117 Tabago Lane, Island Walk, Fl. 34119 50 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 2:44 PM To:'Frank Guisto' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Mr. Guisto, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Frank Guisto <guisto@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 3:44 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 16, 2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner: I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived there for over twenty years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1. Traffic congesƟon and accessibility to our development 2. The proposed rezoning of the vacant land from residenƟal to commercial zoning I am requesting you vote NO on the rezoning and NO to the approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for the residents, your constituents and NOT for the developers. Please be assured that the developers DO NOT VOTE, but the constituents SURE DO! Thank you for taking this into consideration before you cast your vote. 51 Sincerely, Frank and Agnes Guisto 3828 Valentia Way Naples, FL 34119 52 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 2:43 PM To:'Corinne Riccardi' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA -PL20220003213 Ms. Riccardi, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: Corinne Riccardi <neapolitancr@aol.com> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 1:38 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA -PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I am wriƟng this leƩer in regard to the 17.5 acre proposed Ascend apartment development complex to be built on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Rd. west of Royals Palm Cemetery and the concern of likely negaƟve impacts to our community here in Island Walk. Here are a few concerns: 1) AlteraƟons to VB Road and potenƟal potenƟal to direct storm water runoff into Island Walk’s lake systems. 2) The impact traffic in front of our community. The increased traffic from the 208 apartments also increase the risk of traffic potenƟal traffic accidents in the close vicinity of our community. As a resident in the Island Walk community, these are real concerns. Therefore, I am vehemently objecƟng to the approval of this proposed project along with many others in Island Walk. Please vote against this project in support of our Island Walk community. Your “no” vote will make a difference in my “yes” vote for your reelecƟon in 2024. 53 Thank you for your kind aƩenƟon and concern for our community! Sincerely, Corinne Riccardi Island Walk resident Sent from my iPhone 54 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 2:42 PM To:'Anne Golino' Subject:RE: ASCEND RPUD Ms. Golino, Thank you very much for your email regarding ASCEND RPUD. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Anne Golino <agolino9098@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, October 15, 2023 8:48 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: ASCEND RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am writing to you to vote NO on the proposed Ascend community. My name is Anne Golino and I live in Island walk. The majority of our residents are against this project, Service workers are looking for "attainable" homes to purchase, not rent. The traffic currently is terrible on Vanderbilt Beach Road. With Portofino adding new condos next door, Vanderbilt Reserve continues to build, Sonoma Oaks also building new units, our neighborhood is already overgrown. We cannot afford or want additional congestion. Please stand with the residents and not the developers on this project. Thank you Anne Golino 3839 Valentia Way 55 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Tuesday, October 17, 2023 2:42 PM To:'Frank Hemrick' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples-RPUD 20220002908 Mr. Hemrick, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples-RPUD 20220002908. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Frank Hemrick <hemricks2@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, October 14, 2023 2:02 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples-RPUD 20220002908 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner McDaniel; My name is Frank Hemrick and I live in the Island Walk community directly across from the proposed Ascend Naples. I respectfully suggest that you vote NO on the above referenced project for the following reasons; 1. The spot rezoning that this project calls for breaks the existing contract with the residents in the urban estates, and paves the way for additional projects that may also require rezoning. 2. The currently proposed traffic pattern that requires residents from the apartments to exit right, cross 3 lanes of traffic to make a U turn 56 in order to travel west on Vanderbilt Beach Road will be unworkable between the hours of 6:30 and 8:30 AM when it's bumper to bumper traffic. It will be worse once we are in season and I am concerned that the accident rate will increase. 3. What the developer is calling "attainable" apartments will not be, based on the average monthly salaries of our service workers (teachers, firefighters, police.and EMT's) compared with the proposed monthly rents for the units. There are other reasons why this project is not a good fit for the proposed location, but I felt these 3 were the most salient. Please give this your serious consideration and vote no on this project. Thank You 57 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 16, 2023 10:50 AM To:Richard Yovanovich Subject:Accepted: FW: Meeting w/ Commissioner McDaniel re: Ascend 58 Cristina Tiberia Subject:FW: Meeting w/ Commissioner McDaniel re: Ascend Location:3299 Tamiami Trail East 3rd Floor Start:Mon 10/23/2023 11:30 AM End:Mon 10/23/2023 12:00 PM Show Time As:Tentative Recurrence:(none) Meeting Status:Not yet responded Organizer:Richard Yovanovich -----Original Appointment----- From: Richard Yovanovich <ryovanovich@cyklawfirm.com> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 10:41 AM To: Richard Yovanovich; Cristina Tiberia; Gregg Fusaro Subject: Meeting w/ Commissioner McDaniel re: Ascend When: Monday, October 23, 2023 11:30 AM-12:00 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada). Where: 3299 Tamiami Trail East 3rd Floor EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. 59 Cristina Tiberia From:Cristina Tiberia Sent:Monday, October 16, 2023 10:20 AM To:'Dianna Quintanilla' Subject:RE: Meeting Request: BCC Agenda Ascend Good morning. Commissioner McDaniel is available Monday, 10/23 at either 1130am or 4pm Best regards, Cristina Tiberia Executive Coordinator Commissioner McDaniel - District 5 Board of County Commissioners 3299 Tamiami Trail East, 3rd Floor Naples, Florida 34112 Phone: 239-252-8605 VISIT OUR WEBSITE! Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. From: Dianna Quintanilla <DQuintanilla@cyklawfirm.com> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 10:18 AM To: Cristina Tiberia <Cristina.Tiberia@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Meeting Request: BCC Agenda Ascend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good morning, 60 Rich, along with Greg Fusaro, would like to meet with the Commissioner regarding the upcoming BCC agenda item: Ascend. Availability: Friday, October 20th 9:30, 4:00, 4:30 Monday, October 23rd. 9:00 – 11:30, 1:30 – 5:00pm Please let me know. Thank you. Dianna Quintanilla Coleman, Yovanovich & Koester, P.A. Legal Assistant The Northern Trust Building 4001 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 300 Naples, Florida 34103 P : 239.435.3535| F : 239.435.1218 dquintanilla@cyklawfirm.com Visit cyklawfirm.com to learn more about us. Both Dianna Quintanilla and Coleman, Yovanovich & Koester, P.A., intend that this message be used exclusively by the addressee(s). This message may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. Unauthorized disclosure or use of this information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify Dianna Quintanilla immediately at dquintanilla@cyklawfirm.com or call (239) 435-3535, and permanently dispose of the original message. 61 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, October 13, 2023 2:16 PM To:'Susan' Subject:RE: Vote "NO" re proposed RPUD PL 20220002908 and GMPA PL20220003213 Dear Susan, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend RPUD. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Susan <sconotr@yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 7:37 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Vote "NO" re proposed RPUD PL 20220002908 and GMPA PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, We are residents of Island Walk and have lived here for nearly five years. We are greatly dismayed about the proposed Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: The area of land proposed for development is for residential property; not commercial real estate. The traffic congestion on Vanderbilt Beach Road will exponentially increase volume causing increased hazard. Development in the proposed plans will cause ecological disruption to the landscape and wildlife. We request that you vote,”NO” on the rezoning and “NO” on the approval of Ascend RPUD. It is our hope that hear the concerns of your constituents. Sincerely Susan and John Condi 2979 Gilford Way Naples, FL 34119 62 63 Cristina Tiberia From:Cristina Tiberia Sent:Friday, October 13, 2023 2:14 PM To:'jeraim@comcast.net' Subject:Meeting with Jerry Kurtz re: Ascend Dear Jerry, I am writing to confirm your meeting with Commissioner McDaniel on Monday, October 16 th at 2pm at his office. Please let me know if you have any questions. Have a great weekend. Best regards, Cristina Tiberia Executive Coordinator Commissioner McDaniel - District 5 Board of County Commissioners 3299 Tamiami Trail East, 3rd Floor Naples, Florida 34112 Phone: 239-252-8605 VISIT OUR WEBSITE! Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 64 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:31 PM To:'Darlene White' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-PL20220003213 Ms. White, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Darlene White <darlene.e.menoni@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 4:42 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Cc: Dan Kowal <Dan.Kowal@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 & GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am a resident of Island Walk and I have lived there for 5 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD and GMPA for the following reasons: --Traffic back up on Vanderbilt in front of Island Walk causes back up inside Island Walk. and long delays. The Ascend apartments will definitely affect Island Walk. --The rezone breaks the existing contract with residents in the urban estates. Changing of the Land Development Code violates resident's rights. --I truly believe the service workers would want affordable homes and not apartments. Especially if they have families. The Ascend apartments are not affordable -yes attainable, but most service workers cannot afford the rents. ---Environmental issues: destruction of the preserve and animal life. (against what the President is always talking about) 65 ---Road improvement U-turn & stormwater runoff may pollute the many Island Walk lakes. This will cause more maintenance and an HOA increase. Will you pay for it? ---Increase noise lights, traffic, crime and traffic accidents in our area. COMMENTS: LOOK WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO 951 BETWEEN RADIO ROAD AND DAVIS.. IT LOOKS HORRIBLE--LIKE PRISON CELLS. LOOK WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO 41 & DAVIS, 41 AND GOODLETT--JUST HORRIBLE. YOU ARE ALL RESPONSIBLE! OVERGROWTH IS EVERYWHERE IN NAPLES--WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO THE BEAUTY THAT WAS ONCE NAPLES. IT HAS TO STOP. IF YOU KEEP BUILDING-MORE PEOPLE WILL COME AND BRING OTHER PROBLEMS. LEAVE NAPLES ALONE. I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS GROWTH AND CHANGE IN NAPLES. "DEVELOPERS MONEY IS NOT WORTH CHANGING NAPLES". I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I expect the commissioners to stand up for us and not the developers. REMEMBER, WE THE PEOPLE VOTE FOR YOU! Sincerely, Darlene E. White 3262 Barbados Lane Naples, FL 34119 The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. ReplyReply allForward 66 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:30 PM To:'Gaye ' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples - RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Ms. Tawney, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Gaye <tawney4696@comcast.net> Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 2:57 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples - RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Sent from Mail for Windows Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I have been a resident of Island Walk for 22 years and I am writing to implore you to vote against the proposed re-zoning for and construction of Ascend Naples. My reasons for this are as follows: - Traffic on Vanderbilt Road is already highly congested during the hours of 7 to 9:30 am going west and between 4 and 6 pm going east. It is my understanding that residents of Ascend would have to go across 3 lanes of traffic and make a U-turn to go west on Vanderbilt. If coming from the east, they would have to make a U-turn at the light to get into their home. Accidents waiting to happen! 67 - These apartments are not affordable, attainable or desirable at the prices quoted. Would you like to live in a 400 sq foot box? Most teachers, fireman, EMTs and nurses have families and cannot afford more than the proposed studio or 1 bedroom at most. Putting the words affordable and attainable on this project is a farce. Developers are the only ones benefitting from these projects! - Golden Gate Estates is one of the few areas left for wildlife to live . Because of all the construction in Collier County we are facing more incidents of bears, deer, and coyotes coming into communities, even walking down 5th Avenue and getting on boats. Birds are not returning to communities which were once teeming with them. - The homeowners in this area purchased their lots and built their homes with the understanding that it would remain residential zoning with houses on 2+ acre lots. How will this effect their property value as well as Island Walk’s? Will noise and lighting from this complex disturb the peace and quiet of the people and animals living in this area? Please take these issues into consideration when casting your vote, I know I will! Sincerely, Gaye Tawney 68 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:30 PM To:'Dorothy Evans' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples Project Ms. Evans, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples Project. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Dorothy Evans <dte34119@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 11:50 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples Project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good afternoon Bill, I am a resident of Logan Woods, and I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed "Ascend Naples" apartments. We built a house on Cherry Wood Dr. over 32 years ago so that we could raise our family in a neighborhood of homes with acreage and retire in the same community. I want to tell you about Logan Woods. We are not undeveloped land, we are a COMMUNITY where most of us know our neighbors and watch out for each other. We have had community events like block parties, annual Christmas Caroling Hayrides, and most recently, we coordinated trick or treating in our rural community to promote family involvement. Logan Woods is included in the Golden Gate Estates Area Master Plan. This plan was adopted in 1991, and has survived many amendments in the following years, most recently 2019. The reason your predecessors created this Plan was to protect the areas and maintain their character, while still acknowledging there would be a need for different uses in certain areas of the Estates, and those were identified. I live on Cherry Wood Drive, it is NOT one of those areas. These proposed apartments would literally be built in the middle of our street, in an already established LOW DENSITY residential neighborhood. 69 There are already SO MANY “luxury” apartments either finishing being built or approved in our area, so it makes zero sense to change laws/rules to accommodate this one! Common sense would dictate that it is obvious this proposed project does not fit into the Master Plan. It goes against EVERY goal and initiative that was implemented. Please use your common sense and authority as OUR representative to vote no on October 24th. Thank you, -- Dorothy Tydings-Evans 239.253.8784 70 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 5:29 PM To:'M. Rouleau' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples development Mr. Rouleau, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples development. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: M. Rouleau <mmrinflorida@hotmail.com> Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 11:47 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. As a resident of Island Walk, I am urging you to vote no on the Ascend development. Firstly, I find it unbelievable that teachers or firefighters will be able to afford these rents. Especially with such small apartments only fit for 1. That is not attainable housing. Secondly, as an Island Walk resident for 16 years, the traffic increase in North Naples has been nothing but remarkable. Between the unopened development on Vanderbilt Way and increase in commercial development, the real estate development on Vanderbilt Beach east of 951, the diverting traffic from the parking lot that’s become Immokalee Road due to further development in the estates, this situation will only worsen. Lastly, in the last about 5 years since the expansion of development to our east, I’m having a very difficult time getting cell service at my house. My phone often won’t ring and my vendors complain they have a difficult time getting internet service as well. Is the infrastructure ready for more customers? Please consider a NO vote on this development. Thank you. Michelle Rouleau 5484 Freeport Lane 71 Island Walk 72 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 11:26 AM To:'Cindy Duk' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RUPD- PL20220002908 & GMPA -PL20220003213 Ms. Duk, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Cindy Duk <dukcindy@yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2023 10:16 AM To: Cindy Duk <dukcindy@yahoo.com> Subject: Ascend Naples RUPD- PL20220002908 & GMPA -PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner, October 12, 2023 I am a resident of Island Walk on Vanderbilt Beach Road and have lived here for 22 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1) ResidenƟal Housing Zone – We purchased our year-round home here because of the original zoning. We did not want to be near any major commercial or large communiƟes due to traffic, noise and personal safety. 2) Safety – With an increase in traffic it will become more difficult to drive in and out of our community. This may also impact First Responders ge ƫng in and out of the community as well. More traffic can lead to more traffic accidents. With an aging community this is a major concern. 73 3) Urban Sprawl – With yet another clearing of 17.5 acres it will destroy more wildlife and where are they relocate to? Birds and animals are important to our ecosystem and our quality of life here in Southwest Florida. 4) Property Values/Taxes – The addiƟon of 208 apartments will have a greater impact on our current infrastructure. If we need to build more (ex. schools) our taxes will go up, but the value of our property will drop as it will become a less desirable neighborhood. I request that your vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of the Ascend RPUD. I hope all the commissioners stand up for the residents in this community as we are your constituents, and we are communicating our needs to you. Please be aware, your decision on this topic will influence my decision to continue my support of your re-election. Thank you, Cynthia Duk 4428 PrescoƩ Lane Naples, FL 34119 Sent from Mail for Windows 74 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 9:08 AM To:'Melody Klein - Keller Williams' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples project Ms. Klein, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples project. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Melody Klein - Keller Williams <shoresofnaples@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 4:48 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good afternoon, I am a resident of Logan Woods, and am writing to express my opposition to the proposed "Ascend Naples" apartments. I have lived in Naples (and surrounding cities) since I was 9 months old, I was born in Dunedin, FL in 1966. My husband has lived here since 1976. We moved to Logan Woods, with our now 3 grown daughters, 10 years ago. You can say we have seen LOTS of change and growth to our once small fishing village, Naples, FL. My husband is a GC, and I am a Realtor, so we do benefit from that growth. One thing I've said to future buyers and residents is that Collier County has been able to manage the explosive growth over the last 40 years. I no longer feel confident in that statement. I want to tell you about Logan Woods. We are not undeveloped land, we are a COMMUNITY. Just because we don't have an HOA, a gate with a guard, or a six foot wall/fence, we are still an established community, with low density rules and zoning regulations that all property owners have had to follow. I run the Logan Woods Residents Facebook page, I send out a printed newsletter, we have had community events like a block party, annual Christmas Caroling Hayrides, and most recently, we coordinated trick or treating in our rural community to promote family involvement. 75 Logan Woods is included in the Golden Gate Estates Area Master Plan. This plan was adopted in 1991, and has survived many amendments in the following years, most recently 2019. The reason your predecessors created this Plan was to protect the areas and maintain their character, while still acknowledging there would be a need for different uses in certain areas of the Estates, and those were identified. I live on Cherry Wood Drive, it is NOT one of those areas. These proposed apartments would literally be built in the middle of our street, in an already established LOW DENSITY residential neighborhood. Common sense would dictate that it is obvious this proposed project does not fit into the Master Plan. It goes against EVERY goal and initiative that was implemented. Please use your common sense and authority as OUR representatives to vote no on October 24th. Thank you, Melody Klein 239-633-2895 shoresofnaples@gmail.com https://melodyklein.kw.com/ 76 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 9:07 AM To:'Luisa Guasco' Subject:RE: Request to vote NO on re-zoning and NO on the approval of Ascend RPUD Ms. Guasco, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend RPUD. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Luisa Guasco <happyguasco@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 5:15 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Request to vote NO on re-zoning and NO on the approval of Ascend RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I am writing to request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO on the approval of Ascend RPUD. I attended an Island Walk Town Hall meeting yesterday evening and was disappointed you weren't able to make it. Hopefully, we can reschedule. My family has lived in Naples, FL for 25+ years. My father was the first one to move to Island Walk, and I remember him telling all of us, "It's a beautiful residential area with a cemetery across the street. The cemetery guarantees that this area will stay a residential area." My father had witnessed many commercial properties - - shopping centers and tall buildings being built in Naples. He wanted us to move to a development that wouldn’t be affected by commercial zoning - - increased traffic, adverse change in property taxes/values, etc. Having said all of this, I would hate to see our portion of Vanderbilt Beach Road change because of a developer’s request to re-zone our residential area. The only reason to re-zone is to generate revenue for this developer. I see no reason to support this developer’s request. I know many of my neighbors feel the same way I do, and plan on writing to you as well. I hope you will support your constituents and vote NO. 77 I've reviewed the proposed rents and unit sizes and do not believe that they are in fact affordable/attainable for teachers, fire fighters, etc. Their salaries cannot support those rents. Therefore, I do believe categorizing this development as affordable/attainable is a misconception. What happens when they can't rent the units to the appropriate people? Additionally, I understand that there was a traffic study conducted between 5 and 7 am. I would argue that the time period is not a viable time period. The traffic study should have been a start time of 8:30/9 am or the end of the day. Most of us are still sleeping between 5 and 7 am. That was a wasted exercise unless they were looking to just check off a box that would favor the developer. Thanks for taking the time to read my email and for your time and efforts in this matter. Sincerely, Luisa Guasco 4616 Navassa Lane Naples, FL 34119 203.610.1172 78 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, October 12, 2023 9:06 AM To:'Eileen Pearson' Subject:RE: Collier County Commissioners - Rezoning Final Approval - Ascend Napes Development Ms. Pearson, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Napes Development. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Eileen Pearson <eileen.pearson9@icloud.com> Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 8:16 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Collier County Commissioners - Rezoning Final Approval - Ascend Napes Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Attention: William McDaniel, Collier County Commissioner, The CIG’s Ascend apartment development proposal on 17.5 acres of land situated on the South side of Vanderbilt Beach Rd. just west of Palm Royale Cemetery will have many detremental ramifications to the established residential neighborhoods on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. As a Collier County registered voter, I am opposed to the rezoning for this development for the following reasons: 79 1. Incalculable traffic congestion 7AM - 9AM and 3PM - 6PM prime drive time for workers and residents. This will contribute to many unnecessary and avoidable traffic accidents due to congestion and lack of traffic control that will ensue. 2. Devastating environmental impact to natural habitat and water retention and runoff pollution to nearby lakes. 3. Over building of high density residential sites on limited land zoned for commercial development only as intended. In summary, I trust that reason, integrity, property owner rights to a safe well designed neighborhood will prevail over special investor interests to build apartment units not suitable to the environment or area proposed. 4. A NO vote for this rezoning from commercial to residential would be the voice of reason. I appeal to you in the best interest of the established neighborhoods on Vanderbilt Beach Road. Respectfully, Henry and Eileen Pearson Island Walk Community 80 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, October 11, 2023 2:55 PM To:'David Andreoni' Subject:RE: Urging you to vote NO on Ascend RPUD Mr. Andreoni, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend RPUD. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: David Andreoni <darkstar26@outlook.com> Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 9:01 AM To: David Andreoni <darkstar26@outlook.com>; Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Urging you to vote NO on Ascend RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioner McDaniel, I am a resident of Island Walk, having just relocated to Naples this summer. My wife and I chose this north Naples area and specifically the Island Walk community for its quality of life, low density and rural environment. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD as I strongly believe that it will have a negative effect on this community. This development will dramatically increase traffic along Vanderbilt, eliminate pristine forest area and wildlife and absolutely disrupt the rural flavor of the Logan Woods, Goldengate Estates and Island Walk communities. I have attended several town meetings to educate myself on this issue with my neighbors. I truly believe that the very premise of this development being 'attainable' housing is flawed. This high rent, high density development is not a sound solution. 81 I respectfully request that you vote NO on this re-zoning request and deny approval of the Ascend RPUD. As a new neighbor, and new constituent I am sure you value input from the communities which you serve. Thank you for your time and attention. Respectfully, David Andreoni David Andreoni 5433 Guadeloupe Way Naples, Fl 34119 re: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 GMPA-PL202200033213 82 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, October 6, 2023 2:48 PM To:'mcdanielbill1@gmail.com' Subject:FW: Notice of Town Hall Meeting - Hosted by Resident Diane Oczkowski Attend? Subject: Fw: Notice of Town Hall Meeting - Hosted by Resident Diane Oczkowski EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. From Richard FYzi Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone Begin forwarded message: On Friday, October 6, 2023, 1:08 PM, no-reply@castlegroup.com wrote: Dear Island Walk Homeowners and Residents, Notice: Invitation to an informational Town Hall Meeting regarding the Ascend Naples RPUD apartments proposed to be built across from Island Walk on Vanderbilt Beach Road. Date: Town Hall: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Our District 3 Commissioner, Burt Saunders will be attending our Town Hall. Opportunity for IW residents to ask questions and handouts will be provided. Please RSVP: NO LATER THAN: Monday, October 9, 2023 to Ms. Diane Oczkowski Email: ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com or call or text: 239-598-4708 unsubscribe 83 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, October 4, 2023 7:58 AM To:'ms.dianaceleste' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Diana, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: ms.dianaceleste <ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, October 3, 2023 9:31 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Cc: Diane Oczkowski <ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. This Ascend Naples RPUD is WRONG on all counts! It is HIGH DENSITY, it will cause more noise, light pollution, more crime, more traffic, more traffic accidents, delay in ambulance trips, delay in evacuation during natural disasters; it’s not “cohesive” with it’s neighbors, violates the rule of the GG Master Plan, the Growth Management Plan, future land use maps, etc. I can go on, but I hope that you get the message. The MAJORITY of Island Walk residents are AGAINST this project! You commissioners should NOT go against your constituents who elected you. You’re supposed to serve your Collier County citizens NOT developers! It’s about EMPATHY, not about the money you get from developers! You should CARE about Collier County workers and seniors having to wait in bumper-to-bumper traffic trying to get to work, shopping or medical appointments. You should CARE about a senior having a heart attack in the back of an ambulance which is delayed getting him to the hospital because of bumper-to-bumper traffic. You should CARE about Collier residents being stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic trying to evacuate from a natural disaster such as a major flooding or a hurricane. The American people are fed up with self-serving politicians. The only way to get rid of them is to keep voting them out. So Commissioners, I am watching all of your votes on the above High Density project and if Mr. Burt Saunders,(who is in my District), or the other commissioners, do not vote NO on this Ascend PUD, then I pledge to NOT VOTE for Mr. Saunders when he runs for re-election next year. Also, I’ll tell my friends not to vote for Mr. LoCastro and McDaniel if they run again next year. So please listen to and respect the wishes of your constituents because you need our votes! 84 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, October 2, 2023 8:03 AM To:'cristian.forgaciu@yahoo.com' Subject:RE: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples Dear CrisƟan, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Sunday, October 1, 2023 12:02 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use ex treme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - CrisƟan Forgaciu 132 Bedzel Circle Apt 1213, Apt 1213 Naples, FL 34104-0502 85 86 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, September 22, 2023 8:30 AM To:'canbria@aol.com' Subject:RE: Oppose rezoning for Ascend Mr. & Mrs. Strafford, Thank you very much for your email regarding rezoning for Ascend. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: canbria@aol.com <canbria@aol.com> Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2023 6:19 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Oppose rezoning for Ascend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Sir, I am writing to urge you to deny the rezoning of our beloved Golden Gate (Logan Woods) community. It is imperative that we protect the integrity of our low density, wooded area, and prevent Ohio developers from exploiting this parcel. There are numerous other parcels available that would not have any negative impact on our community. Having been born in Florida and having lived in Naples for over four decades, I have witnessed the beauty and tranquility of our area firsthand. We have carefully built our homes in this wooded region to enjoy the peace it offers, the abundance of wildlife, and to safeguard the little piece of paradise we have left. It would be devastating if you were to side with developers who have no personal stake in our community and couldn't care less about Collier County, as they do not even reside or vote here. Rezoning this land would set a dangerous precedent for our community. It would open the floodgates for further destruction and disregard for the unique character of our low density area. We must not 87 allow this to happen. Land speculation is a risky endeavor, and sometimes those who engage in it must face the consequences of their choices. Furthermore, the notion of affordable housing is often nothing more than a facade. I personally know two individuals who were once able to afford housing in our area, only to be priced out as costs continued to rise. The builders will likely claim that it is too expensive to construct affordable housing, or they may wait a year and increase prices, all while attempting to convince everyone that they are performing a noble act. In reality, it is nothing more than greed. Let us stand together and protect our low density community from the destruction caused by non- residents of Florida. We must preserve the unique beauty and tranquility that drew us all here in the first place. I implore you to make the right decision and deny the rezoning of our Golden Gate (Logan Woods) community. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Candy and Brian Strafford Cherry Wood Drive 88 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Thursday, September 21, 2023 10:58 AM To:'Taj' Subject:RE: Sanity vs Ascend Apartments Mr. Meholick, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Apartments. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Taj <bigbadwolf1002@aol.com> Sent: Thursday, September 21, 2023 10:41 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Sanity vs Ascend Apartments EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good morning Mr. McDaniel, As a 25-year resident of the Island Walk community, I am writing you to express my vehement opposition to the Ascend Apartments' attempt to further the destruction of the quality of life in the area. 89 This is a direct violation of the Master Plan implemented by true visionaries and those who could draw a correlation between the humanity pits of South Florida's coastal areas. I would think it would be a priority of Collier County Commissioners and Planners to safeguard and preserve the quality of life of hardworking, tax paying residents. I retired from a law enforcement road patrol career. I see the emergency vehicles trying to enter and navigate through traffic on VBR and it is a certainty response times will degrade. Many of us will be unable to attend the hearing but will be there in spirit stuck in rush hour traffic on VBR already often becoming a parking lot. The track record of Planners is not good. The almost comical attempt at "concurrency" on Orange Blossom Trail and the highly-opposed abomination of two big box stores tragically placed on either side of I-75 at Immokalee Rd. The beach has been surrendered to money and the examples continue to mount. There is nothing virtuous about cramming more people into an overburdened infrastructure when a simple look on the map shows it will be an insufferable choke point. Please do the right thing and stop the madness. 90 Respectfully, Steve Meholick 239 560-3090 Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS 91 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 11:16 AM To:'LuAnn Giovannelli' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples Development LuAnn, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples Development. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: LuAnn Giovannelli <LuAnnG@bcca-inc.com> Sent: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 10:22 AM To: Burt Saunders <Burt.Saunders@colliercountyfl.gov> Cc: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples Development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hi Burt and Bill! I hope this finds you both well. (Bill, I haven’t seen you at BCCA for quite a while!). The purpose of this email is to bring your aƩenƟon to the Ascend Naples Development project. I live in Logan Woods, off Mahoghany Ridge. While this proposed rezoning and apartment building does not impact me directly (I am several streets down), I am concerned about the precedent that will be set should this rezoning be approved. My other concern is the impact on traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road which is already very congested during season and backs up for quite a ways during work hours. Adding an apartment building will add to this congesƟon. In addiƟon, my understanding is that traffic from the building would have to turn 92 right out of the development and make a U-turn to go west on Vanderbilt. A potenƟal safety issue? I know the commission denied this rezoning effort in the past. I sincerely hope we have the same result this Ɵme. Logan Woods is a special place, rich with nature (on my property I have many bird species, have seen coyotes, a panther and many, many other woodland animals). I would hate to see this type of development destroy the bird and animal popula Ɵon/habitat, they have been misplaced too oŌen already. P.S., I’m not a ‘tree hugger’ সহ঺঻ I know that you all work hard on our behalf and you have tough decisions to make. I appreciate you and your consideraƟon of this issue. Best regards LuAnn Make it a great day! LuAnn G. Giovannelli, CCM, CAM Chief Operating Officer | General Manager A Fellow of the Club Management Association of America Bay Colony Community Association, Inc. 8700 Bay Colony Drive Naples, FL 34108 Ring: 239.591.2202 | 239.919.5808 | 772.919.2307 Ping: luanng@bcca-inc.com | www.bay-colony.org Not everything that counts can be counted, and not everything that can be counted counts. Albert Einstein 93 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 9:15 AM To:'John Mazzella' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples proposed apartment development Mr. Mazzalla, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: John Mazzella <jjmazze@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 4:09 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples proposed apartment development EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Sir, Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is John Mazzella and I have been a home owner in the IslandWalk Community since 2006. Since that time the density of community development has continued unabated resulting in significant heavy traffic even during “off season” and much worse “in season”. The proposed development referenced above with only exacerbate this situation. Accordingly, I ask that you cast your vote against this proposal. Sincerely, John Mazzella jjmazze@gmail.com 94 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 8:15 AM To:'npiervil2013@fau.edu' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Dear Nes, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Monday, September 18, 2023 9:24 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. I was raised in Naples and retuned to this city aŌer my collegiate career. The toughest part has been finding affordable housing as my salary has conƟnued to grow. As my salary grows so does rent prices which makes it IMPOSSIBLE to save or live comfortably. What Ascend Naples is doing should be a program most apartment complexes follows. This will allow the working class access to affordable housing which will allow us to spend money in Naples. This could possibly stop us from relying just on travelers/ tourist for money. All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. 95 Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Nes Piervil 164 ospreys landing Naples, FL 34104-6630 96 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Wednesday, September 20, 2023 8:15 AM To:'hventry@naples.net' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples Proposed Project Mr. Ventry, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples Proposed Project. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully considerall information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: hventry@naples.net <hventry@naples.net> Sent: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 10:25 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples Proposed Project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Re: Ascend Naples RPUD – PL20220002908 GMPA – PL20220003213 Collier County Commissioner William McDaniel, We live in the Island Walk community which is directly opposite the proposed CIG’s Ascend apartment development on the South side of Vanderbilt Beach Road just West of Palm Royale Cemetery. 97 We are very concerned about the proposed density of this project. Vanderbilt Beach Road is already a busy highway and this development would greatly increase the East-West traffic flow. Also the 17½ acre project will have a direct negative impact on storm water runoff into Island Walk. Our HOA has worked diligently to maintain our lakes and keep them clean from pollution. Affordable housing in Naples should be located further East and on a larger plot of land for this 208-unit housing complex. This would allow for more green space and less density. We absolutely object to the rezoning and approval of this proposed project. Please vote against it. Sincerely, Henry and Deirdre Ventry 4053 Trinidad Way Naples, FL 34119 98 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 18, 2023 9:24 AM To:'Weneedmorekendra@gmail.com' Subject:RE: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples Ms. Morancy, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Monday, September 18, 2023 9:12 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Kendra Morancy 4221 Pearl Harbor Dr Naples, FL 34112-3709 99 100 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 18, 2023 9:24 AM To:'purchasenaples@gmail.com' Subject:RE: I support Ascend Naples! Ms. Pipes, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Monday, September 18, 2023 9:06 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: I support Ascend Naples! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Allisa Pipes 3240 Bermuda Isle Circle, 919A Naples, FL 34109-3215 101 102 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, September 15, 2023 2:45 PM To:'C4harris@comcast.net' Subject:RE: I support Ascend Naples! Ms. Harris, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Friday, September 15, 2023 10:26 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: I support Ascend Naples! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Susan Harris 4005 Gulf Shore Boulevard N Naples, FL 34103-2603 103 104 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, September 15, 2023 7:53 AM To:'jdh@jerryhayneslegal.com' Subject:RE: Please approve Ascend Naples Mr. Haynes, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> On Behalf Of jdh@jerryhayneslegal.com Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2023 6:14 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - JERRY HAYNES 4850 Tamiami Trail N Suite 301 105 Naples, FL 34103-3034 106 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, September 15, 2023 7:53 AM To:'jolana3@gmail.com' Subject:RE: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples Ms. Wyman, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacƟng me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all informaƟon and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov -----Original Message----- From: mailagent@thesoŌedge.com <mailagent@thesoŌedge.com> Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2023 6:18 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Support workforce housing and approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and us e extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to you today to encourage you to support Ascend Naples, a proposed mul Ɵ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I strongly support this project and believe it will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community. Relocated to Naples and feeling real discouraged about how I contribute immensely to the community but struggle to find affording housing as a family of 3 All areas of our county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples does this by providing housing op Ɵons for current and future residents at a wide variety of income levels. CIG CommuniƟes has also shown its dedicaƟon to expanding affordable opƟons, commiƫng that 30% of the units will be income-restricted for a period of 30 years. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - 107 Jolana Wyman 6902 Wellington Dr Naples, FL 34109-7208 108 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 11, 2023 8:45 AM To:'Joyce Doering' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples (GMPA) & Ascend Naples (PUDZ) Ms. Doering, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Joyce Doering <joycedoering2247@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, September 8, 2023 2:23 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Fwd: Ascend Naples (GMPA) & Ascend Naples (PUDZ) EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Re: Petition No: PL20220003213 & PL20220002908 Please consider my objection to the proposed Ascend Naples Project as described above. Vanderbilt Beach Rd is so congested as is and building a rental property encompassing 208 units will greatly impact this road and the Island Walk Community. I strongly oppose this project. Please present this email at the scheduled meeting of 9/22/23 as I am not able to attend but I'd like my voice heard. Thank you. Joyce Doering 5799 Drummond Way Naples, FL 34119 239-777-4546 109 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 11, 2023 8:44 AM To:'ms.dianaceleste' Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Ms. Oczkowski, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: ms.dianaceleste <ms.dianaceleste@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, September 8, 2023 11:08 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. 09/08/23 As a 22- year resident of Islandwalk, I vehemently oppose this RPUD Ascend Naples for the following reasons: 1). This RPUD will DESTROY the private, residential CHARACTER of Vanderbilt Beach Rd and also DESTROY the QUALITY OF LIFE of tax-paying Islandwalk residents! We at IW are not so much against affordable housing-it’s the TRAFFIC CONGESTION it is causing NOW from all this DENSE OVER-BUILDING so the majority of IW (1856 residents) are AGAINST Ascend Naples for this reason. Vanderbilt Beach Rd is already OVER-SATURATED with highly populated Planned Unit Developments like the Vineyards, Villagewalk, etc. We don’t need anymore! Our neighbor to the east of IW was Portofino which consisted of two-story townhouses Portofino went bankrupt after 2008 and recently changed it’s name to “The Falls “ and is now building more townhouses which will add to the already heavy traffic at IW’s traffic light. In season (December/January- April) traffic is congested on Vanderbilt Beach Rd during morning (7-9 am) and evening (4-6 pm) rush hours on both sides of the rd! Traffic is at a stand still trying to get through the traffic lights. SO FRUSTRATING AND AGGRAVATING! The traffic light At Logan Blvd is NOT COORDINATED with IW’s traffic light so in season during morning rush hour, cars at IW are almost fifteen deep waiting to get out onto Vanderbilt Beach Rd. If Ascend Naples is built, it will greatly add to IW’s traffic congestion on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Quality of Life will suffer as well for the communities of the Vineyards, Villagewalk, Wilshire Lakes, the Orchards, etc. as their entrances also face Vanderbilt Beach Rd. The transportation dept should have traffic lights sync green all the way from Collier Blvd to Airport Rd during morning and evening rush hour so traffic moves smoothly instead of stop & go at each traffic light! Traffic lights should be traffic sensitive and activate green when traffic is heavy along Vanderbilt Beach Rd or Immokalee Rd, etc.during rush hour. 2). The RPUD Ascend will violate the HEALTH AND SAFETY of IW residents as the proposed exit out of Ascend Naples is a RIGHT TURN ONLY which does not make sense and is unsafe because if Ascend residents want to drive WEST on Vanderbilt Beach Rd (to 110 work, go to dinner or show in downtown Naples, or the beach or Mercato) they have to obviously take a right outside their exit, going EAST and UNSAFELY try to cross three or four heavily trafficked lanes to the nearest median U-Turn (at Pristine Dr, one mile east of Islandwalk) then make the U-Turn against oncoming traffic, then race through IW’s traffic light to run the red light at Logan Blvd’s traffic light. I saw a major rear ender accident at the Logan Blvd traffic light ( another red light runner on Vanderbilt Bch Rd). Also, in the last few years we’ve had red-light running vehicles through our traffic light which killed two residents leaving our exit. IW recently has had a five-car pile up in front of our entrance. One night, Vanderbilt Bch Rd was blocked off from Collier Blvd with barricades, emergency vehicles, police, etc., and I had to detour to Immokalee Rd to get to IW. Most of the accident had been cleared except the totaled car which was lying on it’s roof in front or our IW entrance. There will be more tragic traffic accidents on both sides of Vanderbilt Beach Rd because of this absurdly proposed POOR LOCATION for Ascend Naples with the majority of it’s apartments (70%) being LUXURY apartments and NOT affordable housing! 3). All these new residents at Ascend and The Falls will have a NEGATIVE IMPACT on our sewer, water use, pedestrian safety, our lakes at IW, outdoor lights, schools, etc. With all this increased traffic, our fish-stocked beautiful lake that IW residents pay a lot in their HOA dues to keep clean and healthy will become polluted from road runoff from the proposed expanded Vanderbilt Bch Rd during the rainy season. 4). The beauty of our landscaped medians along our entrance to IW will be gone if Vanderbilt Bch Rd is widened to accomodate this increased traffic. This affects IW’s Quality of Life. 5). Also, the Increased traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Rd will affect the QUALITY of LIFE of IW residents, the residents on Cherrywood Dr and all the communities along Vanderbilt Beach Rd. 6). The CAT bus does not go down Vanderbilt Bch Rd; there is no bus stop at the proposed entrance to the Ascend PUD; there is NO BUS STOP within walking distance to Ascend’s entrance and the majority of the proposed apartments (70%) are LUXURY apartments at $3,000 or more per month to rent, so why is Ascend Naples’ Developer pushing the concept of Affordable Housing when it really is NOT AFFORDABLE HOUSING! The CAT bus goes along Collier Blvd, Golden Gate Pkwy, Pine Ridge Rd, Immokalee Rd, etc., so put affordable housing along the bus routes on these roads, NOT along Vanderbilt Bch Rd! The HUGE abandoned piece of Real Estate (golf course and hotel) on the corner of Golden Gate Pkwy and Collier Blvd, also land along the stretch of Collier Blvd down to Rattlesnake Hammock Rd could be used for Affordable Housing and they have bus stops along these routes so renters can opt to take the bus to work instead of driving. It would help alleviate traffic and offset their high rents. 7). A problem not anticipated may be the number of residents living at Ascend (overcrowding) as a a result of the high rent. Are there strict rules at Ascend Naples as to how many renters per apartment? Also, are there strict rules as to how many vehicles allowed per apartment? Usually there are two persons living in an apartment (married couples, etc.) resulting in two vehicles per apartment. This means there could be over 400 cars entering and exiting the Ascend PUD at various times causing major traffic congestion along Vanderbilt Bch Rd! Collier residents only had one NIM meeting pertaining to the Ascend PUD and that was a disaster! Wrong meeting place, no chairs, no lights, no access for disabled persons, exposure to mosquitoes, etc., and hardly anyone attended because it was poorly advertised! Commissioners received many complaints about this NIM meeting and there were requests for another BETTER planned NIM meeting but were refused another meeting. Now we are confronted suddenly with these two final hearings (while residents are away up North) and without further input from IslandWalk and other Collier residents. Commissioners pushed through the high density 336 Unit Affordable Housing on the corner of Airport Rd and Orange Blossom irregardless of the opposition from residents in the communities along Orange Blossom Rd. They attended meetings, protested the HIGH DENSITY project with their signed petitions and commissioners still approved that Affordable Housing. I thought that America is a Democracy, “of, for and by the people”! Instead America and Collier County seems to be an AUTHORITARIAN PLUTOCRACY run by the wealthy and politicians, NOT by it’s residents! Please prove me wrong that you do NOT listen to our concerns, that you do NOT care about our QUALITY OF LIFE here in Naples! Please prove me wrong that Collier is no longer a beautiful area to live in and it is TRASHED by overbuilding and traffic congestion and that YOU DON’T CARE! Please prove me wrong Mr. Commissioner AND SAY NO TO THIS ASCEND RPUD! Sincerely, Diane Oczkowski 4708 Ossabaw Way Naples, Fl 34119 (239)598-4708 111 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 11, 2023 8:44 AM To:'Robert Peterman' Subject:RE: CIG Acend Mr. Peterman, Thank you very much for your email regarding CIG Ascend. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Robert Peterman <robertspeterman@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, September 9, 2023 11:57 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: CIG Acend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr McDaniel, I trust this email finds you well. I certainly understand the need for housing within a community but there reaches a point when it becomes overcrowding. This is an example of that. I’m sure you’ve had an opportunity to drive on Vanderbilt Beach Road but if you haven’t I would recommend you do it in the morning or evening . It’s a virtual parking lot. Upgrading the road while adding more residents accomplishes nothing. Just because there’s land does not mean it needs to be built on. Please reject this complex for all of our sakes. Sincerely, Robert Peterman 112 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 11, 2023 8:42 AM To:'Mark Licciardello' Subject:RE: Strong Opposition to Re-Zoning and Development of New Acend Apartment Complex Mr. Licciardello, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Apartments. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Mark Licciardello <mark3591@hotmail.com> Sent: Sunday, September 10, 2023 1:18 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Strong Opposition to Re-Zoning and Development of New Acend Apartment Complex EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Bill McDaniel, I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern and strong opposition to the proposed re-zoning and development of the new Acend apartment complex near Island Walk in Naples, Florida. As a resident of this beautiful community, I believe it is crucial to carefully consider the potential consequences and impacts of such a project on our neighborhood. Island Walk is renowned for its serene ambiance, natural beauty, and close-knit community spirit. Many of us chose to live here precisely because of the unique charm and tranquility that the area offers. The proposed apartment complex, if approved, has the potential to disrupt the delicate balance of our community in several ways: 113 1. Increased Traffic Congestion : The addition of a large apartment complex will undoubtedly lead to a significant increase in traffic in an area that is already struggling with congestion during peak hours. This not only poses a risk to the safety of our residents but also threatens the peaceful character of our neighborhood. 2. Strain on Infrastructure : Island Walk and its surrounding areas may not be adequately equipped to handle the infrastructure demands of a new apartment complex, including utilities, water supply, and sewage disposal. This could lead to issues like water shortages and sewage overflows, adversely affecting our quality of life. 3. Environmental Impact : Our community values the natural beauty of the area, and the proposed development could potentially harm the local ecosystem, including wildlife habitats and green spaces. We must prioritize the preservation of our environment for future generations. 4. Property Values : There is a valid concern among residents that the construction of an apartment complex nearby could negatively impact property values in Island Walk. Many of us have invested our savings into our homes here, and we cannot afford to see the value of our investments diminish. 5. Safety Concerns : An influx of new residents may also bring an increase in crime rates, which could jeopardize the safety and security of our community. I kindly request that you take into account the voices and concerns of the residents of Island Walk before making any decisions regarding this proposed Acend development. It is crucial that our community remains a peaceful, safe, and harmonious place to live, and the construction of a large apartment complex threatens to undermine these qualities. I urge you to consider alternative solutions that align more closely with the character and needs of our neighborhood. It is essential to prioritize the well-being and happiness of the current residents who have invested in and contributed to the success of Island Walk. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I hope you will make a decision that reflects the best interests of our community. Sincerely, Mark Licciardello 4210 Saint George Ln. Naples, FL 34119 (315) 263-7846 mark3591@hotmail.com 114 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 11, 2023 8:42 AM To:'Susan Janke' Subject:RE: PROPOSED ASCEND APARTMENTS IN Golden Gate Estates Ms. Janke, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Apartments. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Susan Janke <susanjanke@sbcglobal.net> Sent: Sunday, September 10, 2023 2:40 PM To: burt.sauders@colliercountyfl.gov; Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov>; rick.lacastro@colliercountyfl.gov Subject: PROPOSED ASCEND APARTMENTS IN Golden Gate Estates EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Sauders, Mr. McDaniel, and Mr. Locastro, I'm writing you to express my concerns about the plan to change the growth management plan and proposed rezoning for the Ascend Apartment proposal. I'm opposed to re-zoning to allow high-density residential apartments in Golden Gate Estates. The traffic is already a major concern on Vanderbilt Beach Road, Collier Boulevard and Logan. This proposed apartment project will dramatically increase traffic and will surely create safety issues for those of us who live and travel in this area. As a homeowner in Islandwalk, I'm shocked that this complex entrance would be diagonal to the traffic light at Islandwalk Blvd and Vanderbilt Beach Road. Lastly, the environmental impact would be detrimental to the native Florida wildlife that reside in the area. In addition, pavement and houses will not absorb intense rainfall, causing flooding. Please note that I'm opposed to re-zoning and the Ascend Naples project. Thank you. Sincerely, Susan M Janke 5946 Bermuda Lane 115 Naples, FL 34119 Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail on Android 116 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Monday, September 11, 2023 8:41 AM To:'Patricia Johns' Subject:RE: Ascend apts Ms. Johns, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Apartments. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Patricia Johns <triciajohns58@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, September 11, 2023 7:48 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Ascend apts EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am against the ascend apts We are already too congested in every way . I am a resident and voter. 3743 Exuma way. 117 118 Sent from my iPhone 119 Cristina Tiberia Subject:Meeting with Jerry Kurtz re: Ascend Location:Commissioner McDaniel's Office: 3299 Tamiami Trail E, 3rd Floor Start:Mon 10/16/2023 2:00 PM End:Mon 10/16/2023 2:30 PM Show Time As:Tentative Recurrence:(none) Meeting Status:Not yet responded Organizer:Bill McDaniel Required Attendees:jeraim@comcast.net 120 Cristina Tiberia From:Bill McDaniel Sent:Friday, September 1, 2023 1:33 PM To:'Ted Bill' Subject:RE: Writing in Support of Ascend Naples Mr. Bill, Thank you very much for your email regarding Support of Ascend Naples. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Ted Bill <ted.bill@wireexperts.com> Sent: Friday, September 1, 2023 1:07 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: Writing in Support of Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, I am wriƟng on behalf of the Pelican Wire Company, a manufacturing business located inside your district, to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family development located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County’s workforce housing concerns, while suppor Ɵng the long- term housing needs of our community for years to come. I was pleased to learn that CIG CommuniƟes has set aside 30% of the proposed 208 units, 62 units, for Collier County workers. Of those units, half will be for families making less than 80% of the area median income (AMI), while the remaining units will be for residents making less than 100% of the area median income. Situated within the urban Golden Gate Estates, Ascend Naples is near several employers, shopping centers and other des ƟnaƟons. When I took over Pelican Wire back in 2008 90%+ of our employees had a Naples address. Today that number is less than 65%, with a major shiŌ to Lee County. The cost of housing in Collier County is one of the top reasons that I lose employees. Having communiƟes like Ascend Naples that are providing more affordable housing with easy access to the western part of the county is criƟcal for business like mine to be successful in Collier County. 121 I also strongly support the proposed locaƟon on Vanderbilt Beach Road in the urban Golden Gate Estates . CIG CommuniƟes has made it clear that they’re dedicated to being good neighbors, making a variety of commitments designed to ensure Ascend Naples complements the surrounding neighborhood and has minimal impact on nearby residents. Buildings will not exceed two stories. Undisturbed preserves will serve as a natural buffer to nearby residents. Most importantly, access to the community will be limited to Vanderbilt Beach Road, meaning there will be no traffic impact along Cherry Wood Drive. I believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟves for those that work in proximity to this locaƟon. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier’s workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. I strongly encourage you to approve CIG CommuniƟes’ applicaƟons for Ascend Naples, allowing this important community project to move forward. Thank you, Ted Bill CEO Wire Experts Group, Inc. 3650 Shaw Blvd Naples, Florida 34117 Phone: 239-597-8555 Fax: 239-597-9783 http://www.wireexperts.com/ http://www.pelicanwire.com/ http://www.rubadue.com/ 1 Cristina Tiberia From:karenhar07@aol.com Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:47 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders Subject:Ascend apartment development... RPUD PL20220002908 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. As a resident of the golden gate estates area on Vanderbilt Beach Road, my family and I are humbly begging you to deny Ascend's apartment development request. As a Collier County resident, the Estates is zoned for residential single family housing, and the people who live in these neighborhoods need you to be true to them and represent them in keeping it zoned for residential single family homes. Residents of Cherrywood are certainly being betrayed if this were to pass. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road is already going to be impacted by the extension of Vanderbilt Beach Road, and having more U-Turns on this busy highway will be much more hazardous for travel in both directions. Ascend is calling this Attainable housing.... I'm calling them out. They may have a few units that are Attainable, but that is just a disguise to help them get the spot zoning they are asking for. Please, please do not allow this spot zoning, or whatever the legal term is, to take place. This is a neighborhood, not an appartment complex area. Thank you in advance for your consideration. Karen and William Harrison 4311 Redonda Lane, Naples FL 34119 2 Cristina Tiberia From:Roger Delisle <rogdelisle@aol.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:38 PM To:Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall; manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD PL20220002908 GMPA PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen: I am writing regarding the proposals RPUD PL20220002908-GMPA PL20220003213 that is under consideration by the Board of Collier County Commissioners tomorrow,October 24,2023. I am a resident of Island Walk ( 4783 Martinique Way) and feel that this Rezoning from single-family on two acres to 208 "AFFORDABLE " HOUSING is unwise and UNACCEPTABLE for many reasons: TRAFFIC; Residents of these apartments would have to turn right , proceed East down Vanderbilt Beach Road to the first possible lane to make a U-turn, in order to go West , in all probability , where their jobs exist. We already have a severe accident Problem with 40 -some accidents at our Front Gate light on Vanderbilt Beach Road, can you not imagine the carnage with cars waiting to make a turn and oncoming traffic in the same lane going West that does not realize these cars are stopped? 208 units housing two per home make a tremendous increase for everyone traveling on Vanderbilt Beach Road! HOW CONVENIENT THAT THE ASCEND NAPLES DEVELOPERS DID THEIR TRAFFIC ESTIMATES IN THE OFF-SEASON AND ON NON-COMMUTE HOURS! We all know that during Season Traffic doubles and triple.s! SAFETY FOR EXISTING RESIDENTS; How do FIRETRUCKS, SCHOOL BUSES, and EMERGENCY VEHICLES get THROUGH when Vanderbilt Beach Road becomes a PARKING LOT? The answer is CLEAR-- THEY DO NOT !! Please look carefully into the consequences of changing ZONING LAWS and VOTE "NO" on both REZONING this parcel and on ASCEND NAPLES development of this land! It could turn into a DISASTER in the making and in the FUTURE. STAND UP for your CONSTITUENTS and not the DEVELOPERS! Your "NO" Vote will do you well with the Residents of Island Walk in the next ELECTION and we have long Memories 3 Cristina Tiberia From:Hayley Smith <doyoudance@hotmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:22 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Re: OPPOSITION TO CIG's ASCEND APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Thanks Bill, I greatly appreciate your email confirming you received this. We live in such a beautiful area, so I'm grateful to you and all of your colleagues for helping make/keep it a true gem of a locale to call home! Kind regards, Hayley From: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Sent: Monday, 23 October 2023 12:59 PM To: Hayley Smith <doyoudance@hotmail.com> Subject: RE: OPPOSITION TO CIG's ASCEND APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT Ms. Smith, Thank you very much for your email regarding ASCEND APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Hayley Smith <doyoudance@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, October 23, 2023 11:07 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: OPPOSITION TO CIG's ASCEND APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr McDaniel I understand that there is a vote tomorrow regarding re-zoning of the subject development. I kindly ask that you consider the area, and the negative impact that this will have on our community. 4 Whilst I appreciate that there is a need for more affordable housing in the area, only allowing a 30% amount, is not argument enough that this will positively impact enough people (approximately 62 families). Further discussion is that the equation used to generate 'affordable' is not seemingly relevant here. My understanding is also that there are other areas presently being proposed for affordable housing across Naples, and, I ask that you consider that in building more affordable homes, you do it in an area that 'starts from scratch' in terms of proper placement. The traffic on Vanderbilt is already bad enough, and, as it extends, it has become worse. The proposed area is presently zoned as residential, and, as such, there are greater than 62 families in both the Estates area, and also our Island Walk community (1800 families), that will be negatively impacted - that does not seem to justify the reason for a zoning change. Additionally, Logan Ave that crosses this, is only a one-way each direction road - not like Airport Pulling, Goodlette Frank etc, that run that direction and allow for greater flow. By placing these units on this corner, it will greatly impact traffic for both the single residences surrounding, the Island Walk community, and instead, such a proposed development could be placed further out along Vanderbilt where there is planning ahead of time - not plopping into a current area. Naples is lovely as it is, I wholeheartedly support people moving here, but keep the planning up, do it properly, and keep everyone happy. I thank you for your time and consideration. Kind regards, Hayley Smith 6116 Towncenter Circle Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 5 Cristina Tiberia From:Carol Griffin <cargriff4@aol.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:22 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Dan Kowal; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Chris Hall Cc:CAROL GRIFFIN; JACK Subject:Ascent Naples rezoning and final ppreoval EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Gentlemen We are residents at 4200 Redonda Lane, Naples, Florida in Island Walk. Rather that being repetitious about all the reasons why we, and a many of our neighbors, your constituents, would like you to vote NO on permitting this new development, Ascend Naples, we feel you are already apprised of our position and we know you will hear some very convincing arguments tomorrow morning at the hearing. Instead, we implore you to take our legitimate concerns to the table and to vote NO! We have put our faith in your representation, by electing you to office and hope that you will put your faith in us, in knowing what is best for our established community. Thank you, in advance, for your anticipated cooperation on this matter! Yours truly, John and Griffin 6 Cristina Tiberia From:Jane Jones <senoraj@me.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:02 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 Attachments:Scan.jpeg EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. 7 Cristina Tiberia From:Barry Hoey <Barry@SWFLLuxury.Com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:07 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Barry Hoey Subject:Opposition to Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD & Opposition to Equitable Sharing Agreement with the DOJ / US Treasury - EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Thanks Bill, I appreciate the response, as I’m sure you have had many residents reach out. Good Luck tomorrow, I’m hoping we don’t make our piece of the west coast into the east coast which so many are trying to get away from. Kind Regards, Barry From: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Sent: Monday, October 23, 2023 1:03 PM To: Barry Hoey <Barry@SWFLLuxury.Com> Subject: RE: Opposition to Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD & Opposition to Equitable Sharing Agreement with the DOJ / US Treasury Mr. Hoey, Thank you very much for your email regarding Ascend Naples RPUD & Opposition to Equitable Sharing Agreement with the DOJ / US Treasury. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov From: Barry Hoey <Barry@SWFLLuxury.Com> Sent: Monday, October 23, 2023 12:43 PM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Cc: Barry Hoey <Barry@SWFLLuxury.Com> 8 Subject: Opposition to Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD & Opposition to Equitable Sharing Agreement with the DOJ / US Treasury EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hello Bill Thanks for the conƟnuing good work that you are doing, I am hoping to be able to aƩend the Commissioners MeeƟng tomorrow and to speak against two separate agenda items that I am concerned with. In any event I wanted you to have some of my thoughts and objecƟons in wriƟng. 1) As you know I work in Real Estate and I am actually a boots on the ground Broker. Kim and I host many open houses (4 over the weekend for example), we do a lot of markeƟng where we constantly have people moving to the area reach out to us as well as local people relocaƟng / upsizing / downsizing, etc. So, we constantly have a pulse on what people are looking for and where the market is. I have yet to find people who are coming here to work tell me that they are looking for a 400 sq Ō, or a 700 sq Ō apartment; let it be to buy or to rent. Over the years, we constantly have “investors” wanƟng to buy land, not really caring about zoning etc, and look to change zoning ordinance to make a quick buck with no consideraƟon for the area. This is something that we don’t get involved in, especially in areas such as Golden Gate Estates where I have lived since 2013. When I moved to the US in 2009 I came here to embrace and not change the US consƟtuƟon, etc. When I moved to Golden Gate Estates I did so to embrace what Golden Gate Estates (includes Oakes Estates, Logan Woods, Weber Woods, Collier Woods, etc all of which are Golden Gate Estates in their legal descrip Ɵon) was set up for and how it was intended. People who buy in Golden Gate Estates, myself included do so because they want to live in a low density “country” or “rural seƫng” where we can have a liƩle elbow room, animals, fruit trees, raised beds, have our berm to responsibly shoot, have our own well and sepƟc etc, and where we can basically mind our own business in a non-cookie-cuƩer peaceful environment. People buy those Estate Type properƟes, do so to get away from things such as the proposed Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD for example. There are many detailed reasons that I can touch on in my objec Ɵon to this development, one thing that’s parƟcularly insulƟng to our intelligence it that they have the word “affordable” in there. I can assure you that there is nothing affordable about what they are proposing to do. SomeƟme I can further elaborate; being honest, there are plenty of more suitable opƟons for workforce housing if that is what they are trying to “sell or put a spin on”. There are apartments going in just south of there at Golden Gate Parkway & Collier Blvd, with many more at Immokalee Rd & Collier Blvd just north of there. Please reject this proposed Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD as it would also set a very bad precedent, and be the beginning of the end for freedom loving Golden Gate Estates. 2) The second item that I would ask you to reject is the Equitable Sharing Agreement with the DOJ / US Treasury I would encourage you to watch this video; this is part of the video descripƟon: “In 1984, a Senator from Delaware who now lives in the White House helped create the federal civil asset forfeiture program known as “equitable sharing.” Learn what it is, how it works, and how it’s used to circumvent state restric Ɵons on asset forfeiture, which is legalized 9 government robbery.” hƩps://www.bitchute.com/video/TdfGsmZ4yEuI/ (maybe begin at the 1.25 minute mark in the interest of Ɵme) I believe on Friday that the Dinesh D'Souza Movie: “Police State” is being released to the public; here is a trailer: hƩps://rumble.com/v3mjtry-police-state-trailer-new-dinesh-dsouza-movie.html Ɵckets can be purchased here: hƩps://policestatefilm.net/ I am looking forward to seeing it and to be beƩer informed. Below is part of my signature where I am proud to support our local law enforcement agencies across Southwest Florida; and our Military & Veterans, of course. ┭┮┯┰ I will always support local law enforcement, and did so while the radical le Ō were trying to do the Agenda 2030 / NWO funded Defund the Police rioƟng in the “summer of love”, 2020. Thankfully much of the evil is coming out, soon all of it will be exposed. Thanks again for your service, and for reading this. Kind Regards, Barry Hoey 1525 23rd St SW Naples FL 34117 In an effort to pay it forward in our community, 239RealEstateDeals.Com LLC was the Presenting Sponsor of the 2021/2022 Fallen Officers Blue Bowl for Lee & Collier County. Additionally we were Gold Sponsors for the Fallen Officers Legends Concert Series 2 where we Proudly Support Law Enforcement Officers, their Families and all First Responders in Lee & Collier Counties. We fully support our Veterans and sponsor many other events and organizations in the communities that we serve across Southwest Florida. *** 9. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS 9.A. *** This item to be heard at 10:30 a.m. *** This item requires that Commission members provide ex-parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all parƟcipants are required to be sworn in. RecommendaƟon to approve a rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD to allow up to 208 mulƟ-family rental units, 71 of which will be restricted as affordable, on 17.5± acres of property located on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Road approximately ½ mile east of Logan Boulevard, in SecƟon 4, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. (PL20220002908) (Companion to Item 26707: PL20220003213 - GMPA) (District 3) (26666) 9.B. *** This item to be heard at 10:30 a.m. *** RecommendaƟon to approve and transmit to the Florida Department of Commerce a small-scale Growth Management Plan Amendment Ordinance creaƟng the Vanderbilt Beach Road ResidenƟal Subdistrict to allow up to 208 mulƟ-family rental units, 71 of which will be restricted as affordable, on 17.5± acres of property located on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Road approximately ½ mile east of Logan Boulevard, in SecƟon 4, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. [PL20220003213] (Companion Item PUDZ PL20220002908 Item 26666) (District 3) (26707) Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 10 Cristina Tiberia From:Mary Jo Diegel <1208mjd@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:01 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Re: PLEASE SUPPORT ASCEND NAPLES EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Thank you for your prompt response! Sent from Gmail Mobile On Mon, Oct 23, 2023 at 1:00 PM Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> wrote: Ms. Diegel, Thank you very much for your email regarding ASCEND NAPLES. I appreciate you contacting me to provide your input and express your thoughts. I carefully consider all information and comments when items are presented to the Board of County Commissioners. If I can be of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office. Bill William L. McDaniel, Jr. Commissioner, District 5 3299 Tamiami Trail, East Naples, FL 34112 239-252-8605 Bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov 11 From: Mary Jo Diegel <1208mjd@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, October 23, 2023 11:49 AM To: Bill McDaniel <Bill.McDaniel@colliercountyfl.gov> Subject: PLEASE SUPPORT ASCEND NAPLES EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23, 2023 Dear Commissioner McDaniel: I am writing to ask you to support the Ascend Naples project on the agenda for October 24. I know you are well aware of the housing shortage crisis facing Collier County. My husband and I are owners in Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club. Our club operations depend upon essential workers to maintain our properties and service our members. In addition, our members depend upon local food, retail, and medical services, and upon essential safety services provided by fire and police in Collier County. Education is also essential, and teachers are being adversely affected by the high cost of housing. Action is needed to provide more housing opportunities for those workers who cannot afford the skyrocketing cost of living in Collier County, who are leaving to live elsewhere, or who simply cannot afford to come and work here and fill essential job positions. This housing crisis affects not only our safety and property values, but also the availability of essential workers who make Collier County a desirable place to live and own. I also believe it’s important for all parts of the county to share the responsibility of addressing the affordable and workforce housing crisis. As Collier County continues to grow, it’s encouraging to see that Ascend Naples will be located close to schools, employment centers and shopping opportunities. That is why I believe the Ascend Naples project is so important to this community and needs your support. Thank you for your time, your consideration, and your support for this important project that will service all of Collier County residents. Sincerely, Mary Jo Diegel 12 10353 Heritage Bay Blvd, Unit 2227 Naples, FL 34120 248-701-3121 -- Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 13 Cristina Tiberia From:Meghan Laviola <meghan.laviola@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 12:49 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here for 5 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: The majority of Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project The traffic is already bad going in and out of Island Walk during peak hours. Ascend apartments will increase noise, lights, traffic, crime and traffic accidents in the vicinity of Island Walk, especially because of the U-turn. I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents, and NOT the developers. In next year's re-election, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO! Sincerely, Meghan Laviola 3438 Anguilla Way 14 Cristina Tiberia From:Thomas Kreig <tkreigjr@aol.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 12:48 PM To:Burt Saunders Cc:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 Attachments:Ascend Letter to Commissioners.pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Please see attached letter from one of your constituents. Thank you. 15 Cristina Tiberia From:Barry Hoey <Barry@SWFLLuxury.Com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 12:43 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Barry Hoey Subject:Opposition to Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD & Opposition to Equitable Sharing Agreement with the DOJ / US Treasury EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Hello Bill Thanks for the conƟnuing good work that you are doing, I am hoping to be able to aƩend the Commissioners MeeƟng tomorrow and to speak against two separate agenda items that I am concerned with. In any event I wanted you to have some of my thoughts and objecƟons in wriƟng. 1) As you know I work in Real Estate and I am actually a boots on the ground Broker. Kim and I host many open houses (4 over the weekend for example), we do a lot of markeƟng where we constantly have people moving to the area reach out to us as well as local people relocaƟng / upsizing / downsizing, etc. So, we constantly have a pulse on what people are looking for and where the market is. I have yet to find people who are coming here to work tell me that they are looking for a 400 sq Ō, or a 700 sq Ō apartment; let it be to buy or to rent. Over the years, we constantly have “investors” wanƟng to buy land, not really caring about zoning etc, and look to change zoning ordinance to make a quick buck with no consideraƟon for the area. This is something that we don’t get involved in, especially in areas such as Golden Gate Estates where I have lived since 2013. When I moved to the US in 2009 I came here to embrace and not change the US consƟtuƟon, etc. When I moved to Golden Gate Estates I did so to embrace what Golden Gate Estates (includes Oakes Estates, Logan Woods, Weber Woods, Collier Woods, etc all of which are Golden Gate Estates in their legal descrip Ɵon) was set up for and how it was intended. People who buy in Golden Gate Estates, myself included do so because they want to live in a low density “country” or “rural seƫng” where we can have a liƩle elbow room, animals, fruit trees, raised beds, have our berm to responsibly shoot, have our own well and sepƟc etc, and where we can basically mind our own business in a non-cookie-cuƩer peaceful environment. People buy those Estate Type properƟes, do so to get away from things such as the proposed Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD for example. There are many detailed reasons that I can touch on in my objec Ɵon to this development, one thing that’s parƟcularly insulƟng to our intelligence it that they have the word “affordable” in there. I can assure you that there is nothing affordable about what they are proposing to do. SomeƟme I can further elaborate; being honest, there are plenty of more suitable opƟons for workforce housing if that is what they are trying to “sell or put a spin on”. There are apartments going in just south of there at Golden Gate Parkway & Collier Blvd, with many more at Immokalee Rd & Collier Blvd just north of there. Please reject this proposed Rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD as it would also set a very bad precedent, and be the beginning of the end for freedom loving Golden Gate Estates. 16 2) The second item that I would ask you to reject is the Equitable Sharing Agreement with the DOJ / US Treasury I would encourage you to watch this video; this is part of the video descripƟon: “In 1984, a Senator from Delaware who now lives in the White House helped create the federal civil asset forfeiture program known as “equitable sharing.” Learn what it is, how it works, and how it’s used to circumvent state restric Ɵons on asset forfeiture, which is legalized government robbery.” hƩps://www.bitchute.com/video/TdfGsmZ4yEuI/ (maybe begin at the 1.25 minute mark in the interest of Ɵme) I believe on Friday that the Dinesh D'Souza Movie: “Police State” is being released to the public; here is a trailer: hƩps://rumble.com/v3mjtry-police-state-trailer-new-dinesh-dsouza-movie.html Ɵckets can be purchased here: hƩps://policestatefilm.net/ I am looking forward to seeing it and to be beƩer informed. Below is part of my signature where I am proud to support our local law enforcement agencies across Southwest Florida; and our Military & Veterans, of course. ┭┮┯┰ I will always support local law enforcement, and did so while the radical le Ō were trying to do the Agenda 2030 / NWO funded Defund the Police rioƟng in the “summer of love”, 2020. Thankfully much of the evil is coming out, soon all of it will be exposed. Thanks again for your service, and for reading this. Kind Regards, Barry Hoey 1525 23rd St SW Naples FL 34117 In an effort to pay it forward in our community, 239RealEstateDeals.Com LLC was the Presenting Sponsor of the 2021/2022 Fallen Officers Blue Bowl for Lee & Collier County. Additionally we were Gold Sponsors for the Fallen Officers Legends Concert Series 2 where we Proudly Support Law Enforcement Officers, their Families and all First Responders in Lee & Collier Counties. We fully support our Veterans and sponsor many other events and organizations in the communities that we serve across Southwest Florida. *** 9. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS 9.A. *** This item to be heard at 10:30 a.m. *** This item requires that Commission members provide ex-parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all parƟcipants are required to be sworn in. RecommendaƟon to approve a rezoning Ordinance for Ascend Naples RPUD to allow up to 208 mulƟ-family rental units, 71 of which will be restricted as affordable, on 17.5± acres of property located on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Road approximately ½ mile east of Logan Boulevard, in SecƟon 4, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. (PL20220002908) (Companion to Item 26707: PL20220003213 - GMPA) (District 3) (26666) 9.B. *** This item to be heard at 10:30 a.m. *** RecommendaƟon to approve and transmit to the Florida Department of Commerce a small-scale Growth Management Plan Amendment Ordinance creaƟng the Vanderbilt Beach Road ResidenƟal Subdistrict to allow up to 208 mulƟ-family rental units, 71 of which will be restricted as affordable, on 17.5± acres of property located on the south side of Vanderbilt Beach Road approximately ½ mile east of Logan Boulevard, in SecƟon 4, Township 49 South, Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. [PL20220003213] (Companion Item PUDZ PL20220002908 Item 26666) (District 3) (26707) 17 Cristina Tiberia From:Donna Jannine <Donna@napleschamber.org> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 12:16 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Cristina Tiberia; Julie Schmelzle Subject:Ascend Naples- Letter of Support Attachments:Ascend Naples LOS-Commissioner McDaniel Jr..pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good aŌernoon Commissioner McDaniel Jr., Kindly confirm receipt of the aƩached leƩer of support for the proposed Ascend Naples project. Thank you, ~d Donna Jannine Director, Government Relations Greater Naples Chamber O: 239.298.7929 l M: 631.334.1019 E: donna@napleschamber.org www.NaplesChamber.org 18 Cristina Tiberia From:Donna Jannine <Donna@napleschamber.org> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 12:16 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Cristina Tiberia; Julie Schmelzle Subject:Ascend Naples- Letter of Support Attachments:Ascend Naples LOS-Commissioner McDaniel Jr..pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good aŌernoon Commissioner McDaniel Jr., Kindly confirm receipt of the aƩached leƩer of support for the proposed Ascend Naples project. Thank you, ~d Donna Jannine Director, Government Relations Greater Naples Chamber O: 239.298.7929 l M: 631.334.1019 E: donna@napleschamber.org www.NaplesChamber.org 1 Cristina Tiberia Subject:Meeting with Jerry Kurtz re: Ascend Location:Commissioner McDaniel's Office: 3299 Tamiami Trail E, 3rd Floor Start:Mon 10/16/2023 2:00 PM End:Mon 10/16/2023 2:30 PM Recurrence:(none) Meeting Status:Meeting organizer Organizer:Bill McDaniel Required Attendees:jeraim@comcast.net 1 Cristina Tiberia Subject:FW: Meeting w/ Commissioner McDaniel re: Ascend Location:3299 Tamiami Trail East 3rd Floor Start:Mon 10/23/2023 11:30 AM End:Mon 10/23/2023 12:00 PM Recurrence:(none) Meeting Status:Accepted Organizer:Richard Yovanovich -----Original Appointment----- From: Richard Yovanovich <ryovanovich@cyklawfirm.com> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2023 10:41 AM To: Richard Yovanovich; Cristina Tiberia; Gregg Fusaro Subject: Meeting w/ Commissioner McDaniel re: Ascend When: Monday, October 23, 2023 11:30 AM-12:00 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada). Where: 3299 Tamiami Trail East 3rd Floor EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing. 1 Cristina Tiberia Subject:Golden Gate Affordable Housing development - call Location:call Steve Kirk: 305-298-1100 Start:Mon 10/23/2023 4:00 PM End:Mon 10/23/2023 4:30 PM Recurrence:(none) Meeting Status:Meeting organizer Organizer:Bill McDaniel Required Attendees:Dottie Cook; Steve Kirk Please have him call Steve Kirk, our President. His cell phone number is 305-298-1100. I've copied him on the email so he can receive the invite also. Thank you for arranging the call. Dottie Good morning, We would like to provide an update on the Golden Gate Affordable Housing development to Commissioner McDaniel before the BCC meeting on Tuesday. Does he have any availability on Monday, October 23? Thank you. Dottie Cook, AICP Rural Neighborhoods 2449 Sanders Pines Circle Immokalee, FL 34142 239-324-0317 1 Cristina Tiberia From:Mary Ann Cercone <cerconemaryann@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:04 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cauƟon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. As a thirty year owner of a home in Island Walk I am very familiar with our neighborhood, traffic congesƟon and the potenƟal significant impact that the proposed Ascent development will have on our community. I write to you to express my opposiƟon to the Ascend project because I believe that the Vanderbilt Road area is already overcrowded and overdeveloped. We’ve already lost way too much real estate to development and our naƟve species of both plants and animals have become endangered. Also, just as importantly the traffic congesƟon will be increasing for our Island Walk community if this project goes through. Please vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to the Ascend RPUD. Thank you. Mary Ann Cercone 3756 Exuma Way Naples, Florida 34119 Sent from my iPhone, Mary Ann Cercone 2 Cristina Tiberia From:Kevin Garry <kgarry16@yahoo.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 3:27 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Oppose Rezoning GGE to Apartments. EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Hello Bill, As a long Ɵme resident Logan Woods I am strongly opposed to rezoning to place Apartments (208 on Cherry Wood) because it is against the Master Plan for GGE which was to be low density housing and rural Florida life. Our Wildlife here that we are so fond of will be impacted and not to menƟon the serene peaceful life of the Residents who choose to live in the Estates. The impact to the Environment through Noise, excess light and Traffic polluƟon will be high and add to the stress of living here. Crime will increase immensely as more transient people come through the neighborhood. The Residents rights to Legal Due Process is voided in this Rezoning. Lastly, please remember that we are all your Neighbors and please Vote NO to oppose this Rezoning and protect our Neighborhood. Sincerely, Kevin And Susan Garry 5271 Teak Wood Drive Naples, Fl 34119 239-304-4556 h Sent from my iPad 3 Cristina Tiberia From:Joni Heil <joni.heil@sbcglobal.net> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 3:02 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend - Rezoning EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. McDaniel: I am a resident of Island Walk and have been here for 3 years. I am very opposed to the Ascend RPUD. The traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road is already too heavy at certain times of the day. Just getting out of our subdivision is difficult. When I first moved here, I was shocked at how heavy the traffic is. I felt like I was risking my life every time I drove out onto Vanderbilt Beach Road. Although I moved here only 3 years ago, I've been coming to Naples for vacations for the last 40 years. Many improvements over the years have been great. But, the increasing congestion over those years is distressing. We already have numerous accidents at our entrance. Please do your part to control over-development of Naples. I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO on approval of Ascent RPUD. I would hope the commissioners would consider the needs of your constituents over the developers. We the constituents vote, not the developers. Joni Heil Island Walk Resident Joni Heil 216-215-2161 - cell 4 Cristina Tiberia From:Janis Barrett <janisbarrett@yahoo.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 2:53 PM To:Manager@seapointnc.com Cc:RickLoCastro@colliercountyfl.gov; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Re: Ascend NaplesRPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner, I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here for 6 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD because 1) the re-zone breaks the exisƟng contract with residents in the urban estates, 2) the environmental destruc Ɵon of the current Preserve, and 3) Ascend apartments will increase noise, lights, traffic and accidents in the IW vicinity. This is a single- family home area! I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. Stand up for your consƟtuents, not the developers. We vote! Thanks for your aƩenƟon, Janis BarreƩ 3431 Anguilla Way Naples, FL 34119 Sent from my iPad 5 Cristina Tiberia From:Jan Landgraf <janland239@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 2:53 PM To:Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Rick LoCastro; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Asend Naples RPUDCPL20220002908 and GMPA PL202200003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I am an Island Walk resident and I am completely opposed to the building of this project. Naples is being overbuilt and when these projects continue to be approved you are destroying the character of Naples and the habitat of the many animals that call it home. Just because there is a piece of property with trees does not mean it needs to be destroyed. People are opposed to this over building and as Commissioners you should listen to the people that live here and not those just wanting to make more money. Janet Landgraf 4304 Redonda Lane Naples, FL 34119 6 Cristina Tiberia From:Jacqueline Andreoni <jacki.107@outlook.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 2:28 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please Vote No to Rezone EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. McDaniel, I strongly oppose changing the current residential zone on Vanderbilt Beach Rd, to accommodate the development of the Ascend RPUD. My family and I are fairly new residents of Island Walk, a community located at Logan Blvd and Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Rezoning that area will have a negative effect on this community. The proposed dense development will dramatically increase traffic along Vanderbilt, eliminate pristine forest area and wildlife and absolutely disrupt the rural flavor of Logan Woods, Golden Gate Estates, Island Walk, and surrounding communities. I truly believe that the very premise of this development being 'attainable' housing is flawed and that the developers analysis of our community and traffic patterns is portrayed inaccurately within their request. This proposed high rent, high density development is not a sound solution. The proposed 208 unit, two story apartment structure is designed to be forty-four feet tall. Not at all compatible with the existing structures or quality of life in our community - which is the very reason young families and professionals have chosen to make North Naples their home, in the past and today. The demographic this developer proposes to serve is unrealistic in it’s intent to attract teachers, police, fire dept workers, nurses, and service workers. We don’t believe this proposed RPUD would serve this demographic very well at all. The least expensive rent amount of $1700. is half of that demographics’s monthly salary, for an apartment the size of a hotel room. We believe most young professionals, families and service workers are seeking attainable homes, not 400-900 square foot leased apartments. I have another concern, regarding the increased amount of (toxic) construction site and stormwater runoff expected to pour into our lake system. Our property contains nearly 30 clean, clear lakes. Our lakes and surrounding oaks and palms are home to several protected species under the US Migratory Bird Treaty Act. They are: bald eagles, wood storks, egrets, blue heron, Ibis, anhinga; hundreds of ducks, many fish and turtles. I understand development happens. But I feel strongly that this investor should build within the current residential code of the property they chose to purchase. Please do not choose to up-end our community because of investors flippant expectations, poor judgement and greed. I respectfully request that you vote NO on this re-zoning request and deny approval of the Ascend RPUD. And please encourage this investor and future developers to invest in our community by constructing within the current zoning codes. As a new neighbor, and new constituent I am sure you value input from the communities which you serve. Thank you greatly for your attention, and your time. 7 Jacqueline Andreoni 5433 Guadeloupe Way Naples, FL 34119 re: Ascend Naples RPUD - PL20220002908 GMPA-PL202200033213 8 Cristina Tiberia From:Candy <pecal4@aol.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 2:22 PM To:Burt Saunders Cc:manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Chris Hall; Candy Subject:Fwd: Ascend RPUD - Opposition Letter Attachments:Document (19).docx EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Subject: Ascend RPUD - Opposition Letter 9 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of dineen@dineengroup.com Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 2:16 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Please approve Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I'm wriƟng to express my strong support for Ascend Naples, a proposed mulƟ-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I'm confident this project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term housing needs of our community. I also believe all areas of the county, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide affordable housing opportuniƟes. Ascend Naples accomplishes this by not only creaƟng high-quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier County's workforce, but also by supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. Please approve this important community project. Thank you - Dineen Bornemann 4545 Pasadena Ct Naples, FL 34109-1359 10 Cristina Tiberia From:Gail Eschenbach <gaileschenbach@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 2:03 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioners: We are residents of Island Walk and have lived her for the last 5 years. We chose this community not only for the ameniƟes it has to offer, but for the fact that is a quiet neighborhood. We are greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: 1). The majority of Island Walk residents oppose the Ascend project. 2). The burden of addiƟonal traffic, especially during commuter hours, is already unsustainable on Vanderbilt Beach Road. Residents in Island Walk oŌen cannot make a leŌ turn out of the community because traffic blocks the intersecƟon and most Ɵmes in the morning you need to sit for several traffic lights go exit. 3). Environmental impacts are already an issue in Collier County and this project will conƟnue to the feed the negaƟve impacts on wildlife, forestry, etc. The sprawl needs to stop. 4). Changing the Land Development Code violates the surrounding residents rights. 5). Impacts of increased noise, traffics, lighƟng and potenƟal crime in a currently safe environment will now We request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your consƟtuents, and NOT the developers. In next year's re-elecƟon, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO! Sincerely, George and Gail Eschenbach 3447 Anguilla Way Island Walk Naples, FL 34119 Sent from my iPad 11 Cristina Tiberia From:karenhar07@aol.com Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 1:47 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall; Burt Saunders Subject:Ascend apartment development... RPUD PL20220002908 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. As a resident of the golden gate estates area on Vanderbilt Beach Road, my family and I are humbly begging you to deny Ascend's apartment development request. As a Collier County resident, the Estates is zoned for residential single family housing, and the people who live in these neighborhoods need you to be true to them and represent them in keeping it zoned for residential single family homes. Residents of Cherrywood are certainly being betrayed if this were to pass. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road is already going to be impacted by the extension of Vanderbilt Beach Road, and having more U-Turns on this busy highway will be much more hazardous for travel in both directions. Ascend is calling this Attainable housing.... I'm calling them out. They may have a few units that are Attainable, but that is just a disguise to help them get the spot zoning they are asking for. Please, please do not allow this spot zoning, or whatever the legal term is, to take place. This is a neighborhood, not an appartment complex area. Thank you in advance for your consideration. Karen and William Harrison 4311 Redonda Lane, Naples FL 34119 1 Cristina Tiberia From:Mary Ann Cercone <cerconemaryann@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:04 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. As a thirty year owner of a home in Island Walk I am very familiar with our neighborhood, traffic congesƟon and the potenƟal significant impact that the proposed Ascent development will have on our community. I write to you to express my opposiƟon to the Ascend project because I believe that the Vanderbilt Road area is already overcrowded and overdeveloped. We’ve already lost way too much real estate to development and our naƟve species of both plants and animals have become endangered. Also, just as importantly the traffic congesƟon will be increasing for our Island Walk community if this project goes through. Please vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to the Ascend RPUD. Thank you. Mary Ann Cercone 3756 Exuma Way Naples, Florida 34119 Sent from my iPhone, Mary Ann Cercone 2 Cristina Tiberia From:LINDA GARTLAND <llclean@comcast.net> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:12 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner: Re: Ascend NaplesRPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 As an Island Walk resident of 15 years, I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD because Vanderbilt Beach Road is not adequate to support the additional traffic incurred by this multi-family residence if it were to be built. According to a study done by Collier County Transportation Planning Services guidelines it has been determined that, on Page 9 of the report under "Project Impacts to Area Roadway Network-Link Analysis, the Ascend Project's impact "is SIGNIFICANT on the portion of Vanderbilt Beach Road between Island Walk Blvd and the project access. Please keep in mind that Vanderbilt Beach Road is an Evacuation Route and should not be compromised by projected additional traffic resulting from the proposed Ascend Planned un it Development project. Islansdwalk residents will incur compromised safety conditions due to the increased traffic projected as well as safety concerns in the event of an evacuation. On Page 10 of the Guidelines, the following was stated, "It is noted that Vanderbilt Beach Road is a Collier County designated hurricane evacuation route as depicted in Coolier County Transportation Element-Map TR-7. The compromised conditions due to increased traffic from the project as well as increased traffic from the extention of Vanderbilt Beach Road across Collier Blvd most assuredly will cause problems in an evacuation event. Additionally, most Island Walk residents reject the proposed 2 to 3 story apartment building in a residential area, species habitats will be destroyed, there will be additional traffic n oise and accidents, lights, crime, and a several-story non-cohesive structure in our neighborhood of single-family homes.. And, there is no guarantee that service workers will be able to afford these apartments to justify their construction. I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend PUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for their constituents and NOT the developers. We will vote for our commissioners next year for re-election but the developers will have no say in the matter. Sincerely, Linda and Joseph Gartland 3920 Valentia Way Island Walk Naples, Florida 34119 3 4 Cristina Tiberia From:Carla Mills <mhsceo@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:19 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Lakewood EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. McDaniel, I am writing to request that you direct an interpretation from the Hearing Examiner regarding the term "neighborhood fitness and community center" in the Golf Course and Recreational Use Zoning District at your next meeting on 10/24/2023. I am deeply concerned about the current efforts to rezone Lakewood for commercial development. This would irrevocably undermine the residential character of the neighborhood. I have been a property owner in Lakewood since 1995. I purchased in this deed restricted community expressly because the neighborhood would be forever protected from just the type of violation now threatening our lives. Neil Whitesell, AKA SWF Golf Holdings, LLC, purchased the Lakewood Country Club and Golf Course only two years ago. He has never engaged in any outreach nor established any relationship in or with the neighborhood. In the two years he has owned the course, not a tree has been planted nor any refurbishment of the golf course done aside from mowing. It's been 23 years - and many, many hurricanes - since the course has been upgraded. What’s he been doing for the last two years? Rather than tend to his golf course, Mr. Whitesell is intent on annexing Lakewood's clubhouse and true neighborhood center so that he might develop a 30,000 sq. ft. commercial facility right in the heart of our neighborhood. He is attempting this over the overwhelming objections of the Lakewood owners and residents. He and his lawyers are using the "neighborhood fitness and community center" clause of the Golf Course and Recreational Use Zoning District in order to rezone our neighborhood for his own purposes. I think this highly questionable use of the "neighborhood fitness and community center" clause in the Golf Course and Recreational Use Zoning District deserves your directing an interpretation by the Hearing Examiner - and public hearings. I fully expect that you will do so because it is the right thing to do. I also wish to request, no implore, that you please take a wider and more long-term view of the future where the Lakewood neighborhood is concerned. As a steward of Collier County during this time of unprecedented growth and construction, I would encourage you to consider what will best serve this lovely, affordable housing, neighborhood and the community as whole in the long run. Rather than allowing further development in Lakewood, I would encourage you to consider preserving and rehabilitating the rare and beautiful ribbon of green space that runs from Davis Blvd all the way to Sugden Park, to east Naples Community Park, and on to the Botanical Garden. Humans and other living things NEED space to live - away from the roar of commercial life. We need the green space in Lakewood WAY more than we need more buildings on it. The residents of Lakewood will not forget what you do on this matter when it comes time to vote. And whether Lakewood is in your district or not, Lakewood and all of Collier County is your constituency. I ask you. Please advocate for and save Lakewood - all of it! Thank you for taking the time to read this. 5 Yours truly, Carla Mills Lakewood Resident 6 Cristina Tiberia From:Terri Hartel <terrihartel@yahoo.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:15 PM To:Roger Hartel Subject:Acend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 an GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23, 2023 Dear Commissioner: We are residents of Island Walk and have lived here since 2005. Over those years we have seen a massive increase in traffic and difficulty leaving Island Walk. We are opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: There will be environmental destruction of the current perserve, water run off possibly into our lake system, and displacement of wildlife. We have concerns for the safety of all traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road, but especially for the residents of Island Walk will have greater risk leaving the community There is even a larger risk to the residents of As cend who will need to execute u-turns to go west from their home or to go east when returning to their home. This RPUD is not cohesive with it's single family neighbors who bought believing the surrounding land was zoned for single family properties. The apartments will increase noise, light, and traffic. Accidents will be the result. Please vote NO on rezoning and No on approval of Asced RPUD. Sincerely, Roger and Theresa Hartel 4451 Prescott Lane Naples, Fl 34119 7 Cristina Tiberia From:Ilene <ibsteiner4@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:32 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Do not allow rezoning/ construction of large resident building on Vanderbilt EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. This increased density will detract from the community. Ilene Steiner Cell 216-990-0514 Sent from my iPhone 8 Cristina Tiberia From:Chuck Vaciliou <cvaciliou@erland.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:49 PM To:Burt Saunders; Chris Hall; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Rick LoCastro; manager@seapointnc.com Subject:Concerns regarding Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 Attachments:Xerox Scan_10232023163943.pdf EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Please see attached letter regarding our concerns about the Residential Development up for approval. Your consideration and action in favor of our concerns would be greatly appreciated. Respectfully submitted. Charles S. Vaciliou LEED AP Senior Vice President Advanced Tech / Life Science Group Manager Erland Construction, Inc. 71 Third Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 P: 781.272.9440 ext. 106 C: 781.953.2939 cvaciliou@erland.com www.erland.com 9 Cristina Tiberia From:Julie <jaschmelzle@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 4:53 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Logon Woods support for Ascend EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commisioner McDaniel, I wanted to share perspective as a long-time Logan Woods resident who is supportive of the Ascend project. We purchased our vacant lot twenty-seven years ago yet it was "home" to kids who used it for bonfires and hanging out and who had set up a fishing outpost on the Harvey Canal. We started clearing and found all the signs of what was mostly innocent gatherings and I remember having a pang of guilt that we were taking away their little paradise at the end of the street. And as the years progressed and more homes were built, I became involved in two efforts, canvasing each street in which is now known as Logan Woods. The first effort was to create an identity for the area - moving from numbered streets to tree named streets - a success - an identity. The second effort was the re-zoning request (2 times) of the northwest quadrant of Pine Ridge and Logan (against) on the grounds that it wasn't fitting with the estates lifestyle and in its place is permanent conserved green space. Now you may wonder if I was so passionate about identity as Logan Woods and green space, why would I be supportive of the multi-family project located at the north end of Logan Woods that will support 208 units of which 30% will be for income qualified individuals providing a small supply (of a very large need) to be comprised of our workforce. My support is based within the practical and reasonable. This represents a disbursed and affordable housing option for people, individuals and their families, and in particular those that work within Collier County. The quality of life for families is equally important if not more important than identity and greenspace. In nearly every conversation, whether a doctors office, a service provider, at my Publix or other places of business - the individuals that run or support those businesses just want access to housing that is affordable, safe, with proximity to their workplace and their community activities (including their children's schools or their healthcare). Ascend is located at a perfect crossroad of transportation to employers; access to daily amenities of daily living with a generous portion of protected units that are affordable to the average working family. This may be a one off zoning request (I recognize the concern that the whole south side of Vanderbilt could become "commercial") and it does impact my neighborhood but I would apply a greater good view of what our families need that is reasonable, accessible and will be a model of housing options in the future. Best of luck as you evaluate and listen to all who will have an opinion. With support, -- Julie A. Schmelzle 239-641-7366 mobile 10 Cristina Tiberia From:Holliday, Matthew <Matthew.Holliday@nchmd.org> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:09 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Cristina Tiberia Subject:Ascend Naples Item 9A & B EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good AŌernoon, Commissioner McDaniel, On behalf of NCH, we support the approval of the rezone request for Ascend Naples. As you know, their proposal includes 71 units to be restricted for families meeƟng the affordable housing guidelines. While Southwest Florida remains in dire need of aƩainable workforce housing, this project is an important step in bringing more units to the market meeƟng those criteria. We have menƟoned in prior communicaƟons and discussions our efforts to support projects that include affordable units. As a major employer, a review of NCH staff that live outside of Collier indicates the bas e compensaƟon of those individuals represents approximately $80million annually. That is a tremendous amount of lost economic acƟvity for Collier County if the bulk of their family’s spending occurs in another county. We also know recruitment and reten Ɵon for employers is affected by the lack of aƩainable housing, including our schools, first responders, and businesses which want to grown in Collier County. All of this ulƟmately affects quality of life for all. We thank you for your favorable consideraƟon of this project and other well-planned mulƟ-family residenƟal projects that include units restricted for affordable access. Respecƞully, MaĴhew Holliday Director of Advocacy & Government RelaƟons matthew.holliday@nchmd.org C: 239-826-7864 11 Cristina Tiberia From:Holliday, Matthew <Matthew.Holliday@nchmd.org> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:09 PM To:Bill McDaniel Cc:Cristina Tiberia Subject:Ascend Naples Item 9A & B EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Good AŌernoon, Commissioner McDaniel, On behalf of NCH, we support the approval of the rezone request for Ascend Naples. As you know, their proposal includes 71 units to be restricted for families meeƟng the affordable housing guidelines. While Southwest Florida remains in dire need of aƩainable workforce housing, this project is an important step in bringing more units to the market meeƟng those criteria. We have menƟoned in prior communicaƟons and discussions our efforts to support projects that include affordable units. As a major employer, a review of NCH staff that live outside of Collier indicates the bas e compensaƟon of those individuals represents approximately $80million annually. That is a tremendous amount of lost economic acƟvity for Collier County if the bulk of their family’s spending occurs in another county. We also know recruitment and reten Ɵon for employers is affected by the lack of aƩainable housing, including our schools, first responders, and businesses which want to grown in Collier County. All of this ulƟmately affects quality of life for all. We thank you for your favorable consideraƟon of this project and other well-planned mulƟ-family residenƟal projects that include units restricted for affordable access. Respecƞully, MaĴhew Holliday Director of Advocacy & Government RelaƟons matthew.holliday@nchmd.org C: 239-826-7864 12 Cristina Tiberia From:Julie Marcus <juliepmarcus@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 11:31 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend RPUD Project EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner, Thank you for your service to our beautiful community in Collier County. I understand the vision of the Board of County Commissioners to be the best community in America to live, work, and play. My family first bought a home in Island Walk in over 20 years ago, and my husband and I bought a home across the street from them in 2020. We purchased this home as we are confident that we will continue to live and invest in this area for generations to come in our family. We are reaching out to you today for your help. We were surprised to learn of the Ascend RPUD project and feel it conflicts with our shared vision for our community for the following reasons: 1. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is increasingly become worse throughout all seasons. The traffic is backed up every morning. This congestion is not only inconvenient, but it is a hazard to our active walkers and bicycle riders along this beautiful stretch of road leading to the ocean. 2. We are also concerned that the added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to an increase in motor vehicle accidents in this area. 3. The proposed re-zoning of this plot of land breaks with the expectations of residents in the urban estates area. We purchased our homes anticipating that this type of re-zoning would not occur as this area became further developed. 4. There are limited areas of natural wild habitat left on this stretch of roadway. The proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 5. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across from the proposed entrance/exit and the residents of our 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex. 6. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 7. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of a U-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which we work to keep in pristine condition. 8. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. We understand that the vast majority of the 1856 Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. We join them in their concern with this project and anticipated impacts as outlined above. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the re- zoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. We hope that you will stand up for us as long-term and future residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Respectfully submitted, 13 Julie and Kevin Marcus 14 Cristina Tiberia From:Ward Miller <wardamiller@yahoo.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 11:22 PM To:manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Burt Saunders; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner, We are homeowners in Island Walk for the past 17 years. We oppose the Ascend RPUD as the property is currently not zoned for apartments and the area cannot handle the influx of residents this would bring. Changing the land development code violates our residents rights. Ascend apartments will increase noise, lights, traffic, and the Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with it's single-family home neighbors I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents, and NOT the developers. Sincerely, Ward and Gabriella Miller 5417 Freeport Lane, Naples 34119 15 Cristina Tiberia From:alfaaudit@aol.com Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 10:55 PM To:Chris Hall; Burt Saunders; manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal Subject:Proposed Apartments on Vanderbilt Beach Road Attachments:To the Commissioners.docx EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Attached 16 Cristina Tiberia From:JOSEPH SCHEFFEY <joescheffey@comcast.net> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 9:26 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Oct 23 Agenda Item 9A Vanderbilt Beach Road RPUD Please vote against EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. I respectfully request that you vote against the subject RPUD zoning change because of the: 1, Impact of traffic on Vanderbilt Beach Road; 2. Change of character of the immediate area from single family dwellings to multi-family rental structures; 3. Change of intent from the previously approved Vanderbilt Beach Road extension, which was to promote growth to the East, and relieve traffic from Immokalee Road, not to promote higher density housing west of Collier Blvd; and, 4. Inherently unfair scheme to include "affordable" (i.e., subsidized) housing. Although this is not in your district, I thank you for considering this change as if it was under your direct purview. Thanks Joe Scheffey 3836 Valentia Way, Naples 34119 17 Cristina Tiberia From:Jim Kurtzeborn <jim.kurtzeborn@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 9:00 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908, GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Mr. McDaniel, Please vote no on the zoning request before you on 10-24-23. This developments location will cause major traffic problems on Vanderbilt Beach Rd. This isn't affordable housing and there isn't sufficient reason to rezone this residential area and the numerous problems it will create. Regards, Jim Kurtzeborn 18 Cristina Tiberia From:Jeanne Fedrowitz <jfedrowitz2012@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 7:28 PM To:Rick LoCastro; Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:To the Board of Commissioners EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Date: 10-24-2023 In re: Ascend Naples RPUD – PL20220002908 and GMPA - PL20220003213 I am a resident of Island Walk and I have lived here for 20 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the following reasons: When we bought here pre-construction, we chose a Community purposely Residential and relaxed and non commercial. This High Rise Apartment development would cause an increase in Congestion, Traffic, and Change not just our ENVIRONMENT but affect our SAFETY on a daily basis. I personally ( Jeanne ) have witnessed Car Accidents at that intersection and I am fearful at what lies ahead if this Project goes through ! I request that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO approval of Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners to stand up for us, your constituents and NOT the Developers. In next year's re-election, developers do not vote, BUT WE SURE DO ! Regards, Peter Fedrowitz Jeanne Fedrowitz Gina Fedrowitz 19 Cristina Tiberia From:Thomas Boysen <drhd944@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 7:28 PM To:Burt Saunders; manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:RE: Commissioners meeting 10/24/2023 Attachments:Document (19).docx EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Please review the attache document about the proposed project at the southeast corner of Vanderbilt Beach Road and Logan. Respectfully, Thomas J. Boysen 3414 Anguilla Way, Island Walk Naples, FL 34119 20 Cristina Tiberia From:Shelly Boysen <sboysen22@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 6:42 PM To:Bill McDaniel; Chris Hall; Dan Kowal; Rick LoCastro Subject:Fwd: Attachments:Document (19).docx EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Shelly Boysen <sboysen22@gmail.com> Date: Mon, Oct 23, 2023 at 6:34 PM Subject: To: <sboysen22@gmail.com> 21 Cristina Tiberia From:MJ Paullin <mj@lifestyleweightexperts.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 6:05 PM Subject:GMPA PL0003213 and Ascend RPUD PL20220002908 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Mr. Commissioner: I have been a resident of Island Walk just off of Vanderbilt Beach Road for 12 years and I am vehemently opposed to both the Growth Management Plan Amendment PL20220003213 and the Residential Planned Unit Development PL20220002908. My reasons are as follows: 1. Changing the land development code violates residents’ rights . If the Commissioners re-zone this area, they are breaking the existing zoning contract with the urban Golden Gate Estates residents. 2. The proposed apartments will increase noise, lights, CRIME, traffic and traffic accidents in the vicinity of Island Walk. 1. These things all stand to negatively impact property values. 2. We are most concerned about the possibility, and even probability, of increased crime. Given the increase of criminal behavior in the entire nation, why should we believe it won’t happen here? 3. Even though we’re most concerned about crime, we don’t want to have to live with increased noise, lights, traffic and traffic accidents either. 1. Traffic lights on Vanderbilt Beach at Logan Blvd. and the one at the entrance to Island walk are not synchronized, so traffic will backup in front of Island Walk 2. Eventually Ascend could use Island Walk’s traffic lights, causing a backup in front of Island Walk 3. Ascend apartments will be an eyesore as they will be seen from the road without screening provided by trees. 4. The Ascend RPUD plans to provide apartments to rent rather than single family homes to buy, like the other developments in the area. Our objection to a rental arrangement is that there is no incentive for the renter to take care of his property – he has none. The renter also has no real ties to the community to make him responsible. 5. There is a very real danger that road improvements, provision for U-turns and storm water runoff will pollute the Island Walk system of lakes (which we pay to maintain). Please stand up for your constituents and vote “NO” on both GMPA PL20220003213 and the Ascend RPUD PL20220002908. Developers from Ohio can’t vote in next year’s re-election of Collier County Commissioners, but I assure you that my husband and I can and will. Sincerely, Don and Mary Jane Paullin 22 5605 Eleuthera Way Naples, FL 34119 23 Cristina Tiberia From:David Bosley <davidbosley@comcast.net> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:51 PM To:Burt Saunders; manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23,2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a resident of IslandWalk and have lived here for over 5 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons of which I’ve listed several below:  The IslandWalk Community is almost directly across from the proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better.  Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic snd a likely increase in accidents in this area.  The vast majority of the 1856 Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition.  The traffic lights at Logan Blvd & Island Walk are not synchronized well which also contributes to the traffic back up. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokolee Rd.  The proposed re-zoning of this plot of land breaks the existing “contract” with residents in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes & did not expect this type of re-zoning to occur.  We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. But they are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent at high prices similar to what already exists in Naples for the small amount of square footage.  There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. And the proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife.  The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area.  The needed roadway improvements and the addition of a U-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition.  The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included.  Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk.  The claims that the Ascend apartments are affordable and "attainable” for service workers is not true. I have spoken with many in the identified career field workers & all have said they cannot afford those prices especially for the size of the apartment they would receive. 24 I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it is just. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, David Bosley 6242 Towncenter Circle Naples, FL 34119 25 Cristina Tiberia From:Steve Adler <stevea36@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:45 PM To:Steve Adler Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23,2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a full-time resident of Island Walk and live on Freeport Lane. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons, several of which I’ve listed below: 1. Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. 2. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across from the proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better. 3. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic and a likely increase in accidents in this area. 4. Ascend's traffic study was not done at the height of rush hour, thus providing a skewed picture of what traffic will be like at its worst. This raises the question of what other data that was provided is skewed ? 5. Many Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. 6. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokolee Rd. 7. The proposed rezoning of this plot of land breaks the existing “contract” with residents in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes & did not expect this type of rezoning to occur. 8. We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. But they are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent at high prices similar to what already exists in Naples for the small amount of square footage. 26 9. There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. And the proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 10. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 11. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of a U-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition. 12. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. 13. Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk. 14. Again - Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. Not the norm. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. It also will make the roadways more dangerous to everyone. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the rezoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it is just. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, Steve Adler 5433 Freeport Lane Naples, FL 34119 stevea36@gmail.com 201-214-5708 27 Cristina Tiberia From:Steve Adler <stevea36@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:45 PM To:Steve Adler Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23,2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a full-time resident of Island Walk and live on Freeport Lane. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons, several of which I’ve listed below: 1. Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. 2. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across from the proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better. 3. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic and a likely increase in accidents in this area. 4. Ascend's traffic study was not done at the height of rush hour, thus providing a skewed picture of what traffic will be like at its worst. This raises the question of what other data that was provided is skewed ? 5. Many Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. 6. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokolee Rd. 7. The proposed rezoning of this plot of land breaks the existing “contract” with residents in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes & did not expect this type of rezoning to occur. 8. We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. But they are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent at high prices similar to what already exists in Naples for the small amount of square footage. 28 9. There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. And the proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 10. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 11. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of a U-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition. 12. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. 13. Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk. 14. Again - Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. Not the norm. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. It also will make the roadways more dangerous to everyone. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the rezoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it is just. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, Steve Adler 5433 Freeport Lane Naples, FL 34119 stevea36@gmail.com 201-214-5708 29 Cristina Tiberia From:Charles Luker <cflkr9@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:26 PM To:Burt Saunders; manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples Attachments:Petition to vote NO.docx EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Request a vote NO on the Ascend Naples project, petition is attached. 30 Cristina Tiberia From:aletava@aol.com Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:19 PM Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23,2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a full-time resident of Island Walk and live on Freeport Lane. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons, which I’ve listed several below: 1. Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. 2. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across fromthe proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better. 3. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic and a likely increase in accidents in this area. 4. Many Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. 5. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokolee Rd. 6. The proposed re-zoning of this plot of land breaks the existing “contract” with residents in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes & did not expect this type of re-zoning to occur. 7. We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. But they are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent at high prices similar to what already exists in Naples for the small amount of square footage. 8. There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. And the proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 9. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 31 10. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of a U-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition. 11. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. 12. Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk. 13. Again - Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. Not the norm. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. It also will make the roadways more dangerous to everyone. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it is just. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, Aleta Adler 5433 Freeport Lane Naples, FL 34119 aletava@aol.com 201-406-9499 32 Cristina Tiberia From:aletava@aol.com Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:19 PM Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23,2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a full-time resident of Island Walk and live on Freeport Lane. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons, which I’ve listed several below: 1. Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. 2. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across fromthe proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better. 3. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic and a likely increase in accidents in this area. 4. Many Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. 5. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokolee Rd. 6. The proposed re-zoning of this plot of land breaks the existing “contract” with residents in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes & did not expect this type of re-zoning to occur. 7. We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. But they are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent at high prices similar to what already exists in Naples for the small amount of square footage. 8. There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. And the proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 9. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 33 10. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of a U-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition. 11. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. 12. Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk. 13. Again - Exceptions to zoning should be just that - an exception. Not the norm. There have been way too many "exceptions" to zoning in Collier County. There is no good reason to make all the changes to the current zoning for this project. It is not fair to the existing residents. It also will make the roadways more dangerous to everyone. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it is just. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, Aleta Adler 5433 Freeport Lane Naples, FL 34119 aletava@aol.com 201-406-9499 34 Cristina Tiberia From:Scott Sherman <gen.sherman63@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, October 23, 2023 5:13 PM To:dan.kowal@colliercounty.gov; Chris Hall; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Burt Saunders EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Commissioners, Please vote against the recommended Growth Management plan adjustment in Logan Woods. It is agenda items 9 A & B. For your reference, here are ten valid reasons to vote it down: 1. It is a protected area: The Growth Management Plan stipulates no more than 1 house per 2.5 acres in the Rural Estates. Homeowners here bought with the understanding this would always be rural and single family homes. The developer bought the land with the intention to have it rezoned. They propose to put 208 units on 17.6 acres of residential land that is in a Nature Preserve. 2. It sets a precedent that other developers will follow. Other residential properties are also up for rezone to commercial. Should we expect all the main roads through the Estates to be filled with mini malls and commercial property like Miami? This is part of the UN Agenda 2030 goals, to increase population density and improve surveillance. An approval of a rezone will encourage other developers to purchase residential land in the Estates in hopes of getting a rezone. This will make homes less affordable because they will be competing with developers for land. 3. This is not affordable housing. This proposed property was protested in 2022 and dropped by the first builder due to outrage by the community. Now an Ohio developer is coming in and trying the same thing, in the name of “affordable housing”. What is affordable you may ask? The apartments start at 400 sqft for $1,700/month - not exactly affordable. It also doesn’t account for people with families. The demographic that wants affordable housing (fireman, teachers, nurses, police, etc) is looking to own a home, not rent perpetually in an apartment the size of a garage. This is another UN Agenda 2030 goal, “You will own nothing and be happy.” Klaus Schwab 4. There are environmental concerns: They are going to devastate 17.6 acres of natural Florida habitat. The citizens who own in this area are restricted on how much they can clear and build. If you vote for this, it's a clear case of rules for thee but not me. 5. It will impact the humans and wildlife in the area: Many endangered species live in this preserve such as burrowing owls, bats, panthers, gopher tortoise. They will be displaced. They have nowhere else to go. When is enough enough? They will also change the landscape of the ecosystem and create flooding from parking lot runoff. In the name of “affordable housing”. 6. It will create noise and light pollution: Nearby residents are concerned about sound, nocturnal activity and lights because of the population increase. This is why the zoning only allowed 1 house for every 2.5 acres. This development would put in 208 units (71 of which will be “affordable housing”) on 17.6 acres. 7. Adjacent properties will be affected adversely: The project will be located South Side of Vanderbilt Beach road approximately 1/2 mile EAST of Logan. It will border Vanderbilt Beach Road and Connect to Cherry Wood - according to their map. On Vanderbilt is Island Walk and the Royal Palms Cemetery. This project borders the Homeowners on Cherry Wood and the Royal Palms Cemetery. There is fear that their property will become shortcuts or the cemetery a playground. In addition a rise in crime rate due to population increase. 8. Their traffic study is invalid: Their traffic study says they only expect to introduce 61 more vehicles at peak times. Families living in “affordable housing” most likely have 2 jobs and 2 cars. 208 units x 2 35 cars is 416 cars. Their study expects only 14% of the apartment residents to have jobs during normal work hours. This blatantly underreported detail alone is grounds for rejection. 9. Public Safety will decrease due to increased traffic and aggressive driving. Since it will be a right in and right out for cars, the developer has to build a U-Turn outside the Island Walk Stoplight. This area is already prone to accidents. Introducing a lot more cars that cross 3 lanes of traffic on an already congested Vanderbilt Beach Road, residents can expect more accidents and/or aggressive driving in that area. 10. There is a high level of community outrage: The County Staff and Planning Board of Commissioners has pushed this through with a green light, despite the push back from the citizens who live there. They don’t seem to have any concern with rezoning and fundamentally changing the quality of life for the people who have lived there for 30+ years. Many of which have worked and served this County. If you are up for reelection this cycle, this is going to be a campaign issue. I hope you will vote against the rezone. See you tomorrow. Scott Sherman 1 Cristina Tiberia From:Barbara Evans <bevans@championsforlearning.org> Sent:Tuesday, October 24, 2023 7:32 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:RE: Ascend Naples EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner McDaniel, Thank you for leadership during today’s meeting. I have a new level of appreciation for the time that you and the other commissioners give, as I left after I made my remarks. I know that the project passed 4-1 and I am grateful for that. Our educators deserve an opportunity to live and work in the same community. Thank you again for your service to Collier County. All my best, Barbara To serve as a catalyst for educational success by investing in Collier’s students and educators. Make a contribution today! Barbara Evans, CFRE President and CEO 3606 Enterprise Avenue, #150 Naples, FL 34104 Direct: 239-687-1378 Office: 239-643-4755 Fax: 239-643-4799 BEvans@ChampionsForLearning.org www.ChampionsForLearning.org From: Barbara Evans Sent: Friday, October 20, 2023 2:08 PM To: bill.mcdaniel@colliercountyfl.gov Subject: Ascend Naples Dear Mr. McDaniel, 2 I’d like to express my support for Ascend Naples, a proposed multi-family rental community located on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. I believe that Ascend Naples will help address Collier County’s attainable housing concerns by setting aside more than one-third of its units for affordable workforce housing. Education is in a state of crisis. Recruitment and retention of teachers remains a serious struggle for the state of Florida, reaching record-breaking levels, according to the Florida Education Association. Affordable housing has become a growing issue for Collier’s educators. Awareness of the lack of affordable housing for our educators began to surface back in 2017, when the Urban Land Institute reported that educators had been priced out of the local housing market. It is an issue that no longer only impacts people who are living in poverty. Many working individuals and families are struggling to locate and secure opportunities for affordable housing due to rising rent and home prices, higher utilities expenses, and increasing mortgage rates. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity states that 61.4% of Collier workers cannot afford even a one-bedroom apartment in Collier County. Unfortunately, the situation has only grown worse over the past six years and exasperated by unprecedented disasters like the Coronavirus pandemic and Hurricane Ian. I was pleased to hear that CIG Communities has set aside 34% of the proposed 208 units, or 71 units, for Collier County workers. This commitment shows that CIG Communities understands the housing needs of our community and is dedicated to making sure our essential workers, including teachers, law enforcement officers and health care providers, can live and work in the community they serve. Situated in the urban Golden Gate Estates, Ascend Naples is ideally located near major employers, shopping centers and other destinations. CIG Communities has made it clear they intend to be good neighbors, making a variety of commitments designed to ensure Ascend Naples has no impact on nearby residents. Furthermore, I fully believe that all areas of our community, including the urban Golden Gate Estates, should share in the responsibility to provide attainable housing alternatives for those working nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creating high-quality, affordable housing options for Collier’s essential service providers, but also supporting the long-term housing needs of the community at a wide variety of income levels. This community also has the support of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Collier County planning staff and a recommendation of approval from the Collier County Planning Commission. I strongly encourage you to approve CIG Communities applications for Ascend Naples, allowing this important community project to move forward. Anchoring our educator workforce must become a priority for our county. All my best, Barbara Evans To serve as a catalyst for educational success by investing in Collier’s students and educators. Make a contribution today! 3 Barbara Evans, CFRE President and CEO 3606 Enterprise Avenue, #150 Naples, FL 34104 Direct: 239-687-1378 Office: 239-643-4755 Fax: 239-643-4799 BEvans@ChampionsForLearning.org www.ChampionsForLearning.org Disclaimer The information contained in this communication from the sender is confidential. It is intended solely for use by the recipient and others authorized to receive it. If you are not the recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking action in relation of the contents of this information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. This email has been scanned for viruses and malware, and may have been automatically archived by Mimecast Ltd, an innovator in Software as a Service (SaaS) for business. Providing a safer and more useful place for your human generated data. Specializing in; Security, archiving and compliance. To find out more Click Here. 4 Cristina Tiberia From:Jan Landgraf <janland239@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 24, 2023 7:01 PM To:Burt Saunders; Bill McDaniel; Rick LoCastro; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Re: Asend Naples RPUDCPL20220002908 and GMPA PL202200003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Thank you to Mr Saunders for having the decency to vote no! The rest of you should be ashamed as you are not doing the right thing for the citizens of Naples and are part of the problem destroying it. Jan Landgraf On Mon, Oct 23, 2023, 2:52 PM Jan Landgraf <janland239@gmail.com> wrote: I am an Island Walk resident and I am completely opposed to the building of this project. Naples is being overbuilt and when these projects continue to be approved you are destroying the character of Naples and the habitat of the many animals that call it home. Just because there is a piece of property with trees does not mean it needs to be destroyed. People are opposed to this over building and as Commissioners you should listen to the people that live here and not those just wanting to make more money. Janet Landgraf 4304 Redonda Lane Naples, FL 34119 5 Cristina Tiberia From:kcmk77@aol.com Sent:Tuesday, October 24, 2023 4:09 PM To:Burt Saunders; manager@seapointnc.com; Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 24,2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here for over 24 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons of which I’ve listed several below: 1. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across from the proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1,856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better. 2. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic and a likely increase in accidents in this area. 3. The vast majority of the 1,856 Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. 4. The traffic lights at Logan Blvd & Island Walk are not synchronized well which also contributes to the traffic back up. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokalee Rd. 5. The proposed re-zoning of this plot of land breaks the existing “contract” with residents in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes and did not expect this type of re-zoning to occur. 6 6. We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. However, those workers are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent at high prices for a small amount of square footage. 7. There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. The proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 8. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 9. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of a U-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition. 10. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. 11. Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk. 12. The claims that the Ascend apartments are affordable and "attainable” for service workers is not true. I have spoken with many in the identified career fields and all have said they cannot afford those prices, especially for the size of the apartment they would receive. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it is just. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, John and Karen Kaspar 4679 Navassa Lane Naples, Florida 34119 7 Cristina Tiberia From:mailagent@thesoftedge.com on behalf of Beverly Baker <mailagent@thesoftedge.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 24, 2023 3:56 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:I support Ascend Naples! EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme cau Ɵon when opening aƩachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioner: I support CIG CommuniƟes' request to build Ascend Naples, a mulƟ-family rental community on Vanderbilt Beach Road, just east of Logan Boulevard. This project will help address Collier County's workforce housing concerns, while supporƟng the long-term needs of our community for years to come. I believe all areas of the county, including in the urban Golden Gate Estates, share a responsibility to provide more affordable housing alternaƟve for those who work nearby. Ascend Naples accomplishes that by not only creaƟng high- quality, affordable housing opƟons for Collier's workforce, but also supporƟng the long-term housing needs of the community. Thank you - Beverly Baker 3410 10th st. Se Naples, FL 34117-4654 8 Cristina Tiberia From:DAWN DAUBENSPECK <dawndaub@aol.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 24, 2023 2:28 PM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here for 23 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons of which I’ve listed several below: 1. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across from the proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better. 2. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic snd a likely increase in accidents in this area. 3. The vast majority of the 1856 Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. 4. The traffic lights at Logan Blvd & Island Walk are not synchronized well which also contributes to the traffic back up. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokolee Rd. 5. The proposed re-zoning of this plot of land breaks theexisting “contract” with residen ts in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes & did not expect this type of re-zoning to occur. 6. We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. But they are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent athigh prices similar to what already exists in Naples for the small amount of square footage. 7. There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. And the proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 8. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 9 9. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of aU-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition. 10. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. 11. Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk. 12. The claims that the Ascend apartments are affordable and "attainable” for service workers is not true. I have spoken with many in the identified career field workers & all have said they cannot afford those prices especially for the size of the apartment they would receive. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it isjust. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, Dawn Daubenspeck Sent from my iPhone 10 Cristina Tiberia From:John Murcer <johnmurcer1@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 24, 2023 11:05 AM To:Rick LoCastro; Bill McDaniel; Dan Kowal; Chris Hall Subject:Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. Dear Commissioners, We are residents of Island Walk and have lived there for over nine(9) years. We are greatly Opposed to the Ascend RPUD for the multiple reasons. - The Rezone BREAKS existing contract with residents in the Urban Estates - Changing the Land Development Code VIOLATES resident rights - Ascend RPUD is not "Cohesive" with its Single-Family home Neighbors Regards, John & Suzie Murcer 4503 Prescott Lane Naples, Florida 11 Cristina Tiberia From:Christine Pesce <cpesce47@yahoo.com> Sent:Tuesday, October 24, 2023 10:21 AM To:Bill McDaniel Subject:ASCEND EXTERNAL EMAIL: This email is from an external source. Confirm this is a trusted sender and use extreme caution when opening attachments or clicking links. October 23,2023 RE: Ascend Naples RPUD-PL20220002908 and GMPA-PL20220003213 Dear Mr. Commissioner, I am a resident of Island Walk and have lived here for over 22 years. I am greatly opposed to the Ascend RPUD for multiple reasons of which I’ve listed several below: 1. The Island Walk Community is almost directly across from the proposed entrance / exit and the residents of my 1856 home community will be greatly impacted with the addition of this new housing complex – and not for the better. 2. Traffic on Vanderbilt Beach road (VBR) is getting worse every day, even out of season. The traffic is backed up for miles every morning making it often difficult to make a left turn at the light as people constantly block the intersection. The added traffic from the Ascend project will lead to even more traffic snd a likely increase in accidents in this area. 3. The vast majority of the 1856 Island Walk residents and homeowners are against the Ascend project as evidenced by signatures gathered on a petition. 4. The traffic lights at Logan Blvd & Island Walk are not synchronized well which also contributes to the traffic back up. Adding another large complex of homes / apartments in this area will only lead to further congestion. This area of VBR will soon resemble the traffic nightmare on Immokolee Rd. 5. The proposed re-zoning of this plot of land breaks theexisting “contract” with residents in the urban estates area. They purchased their homes with a certain understanding of what would be built around their homes & did not expect this type of re-zoning to occur. 6. We have been told that a portion of the apartments are for certain types of workers. But they are looking for affordable homes to purchase, not apartments to rent athigh prices similar to what already exists in Naples for the small amount of square footage. 7. There are fewer and fewer areas of natural wild habitat left in this stretch of roadway. And the proposed plan will cause further destruction of the current preserve & endanger local wildlife. 8. The two-story apartments will be seen from the road with no trees shielding their view and will drastically change the beauty of this area. 12 9. The needed roadway improvements and the addition of aU-turn & the resulting stormwater runoff may impact & potentially pollute Island Walk lakes which currently are in near pristine condition. 10. The Ascend RPUD is not "cohesive" with all it’s single-family home neighbors – Island Walk included. 11. Ascend apartments will contribute to an increase in noise, lights, traffic, traffic accidents and potentially crime in and around the vicinity of Island Walk. 12. The claims that the Ascend apartments are affordable and "attainable” for service workers is not true. I have spoken with many in the identified career field workers & all have said they cannot afford those prices especially for the size of the apartment they would receive. I am therefore requesting that you vote NO on the re-zoning and NO to approve the Ascend RPUD. I would expect the commissioners would stand up for and do what’s morally and ethically right for the residents you serve and NOT stand with the developer. Just because a person has the right or authority to do something doesn’t mean it isjust. Developers come and go and developers do not vote, but the residents who live in and around this area will be negatively impacted and they are the ones who do vote. Respectfully submitted, Christine & Matthew Pesce Sent from my iPad