CCLAAC Agenda 02/07/2024AGENDA
CONSERVATION COLLIER
LAND ACQUISITION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
February 7, 2024, 1:00 P.M.
Commission Boardroom
W. Harmon Turner Building (Bldg F), Third Floor
All interested parties are invited to attend, and to register to speak. Individuals who would like to participate in person
must complete and submit a speaker form. Members of the public who would like to participate remotely should register
HERE to complete the online speaker registration form. Remote participation is provided as a courtesy and is at the
user's risk. The County is not responsible for technical issues. Individuals who register online will receive an email in
advance of the public hearing detailing how they can participate remotely in this meeting. For additional information
about the meeting, please call 239-252-2961 or email conservationcollier@colliercountyfl.gov
1. Roll Call
A. Approval of CCLAAC members attending the meeting remotely
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Approval of January 3, 2024, Meeting Minutes
4. Vote on Committee Chair and Vice -Chair
5. Old Business
A. Acquisition Updates
Current Acquisition Status report is updated monthly in advance of CCLAAC meeting and
provided as part of the meeting packet. The report is posted online under Acquisition News
at: www.conservationcollier.com
B. Purchase Agreements
1. Panther Walk Preserve
a. Whittingham Corporation
b. Rodriguez
2. North Belle Meade Preserve
a. Volpe Trust
b. Murawski Trust
Other purchase agreements ready before the meeting will be posted online and presented
to the committee: htti)s://www.colliercountyfl.gov/government/public-
services/divisions/con servation-collier/agendas-minutes/2023-meeting-packets
6. New Business
A. Committee Member Application(s)
B. Cycle 12B Initial Criteria Screening Report (ICSR)
1. NGGE Scrub TPMA — McIntosh Family Trust
2. Marco Island TPMA — Ramoski Trust
3. Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve TPMA
4. Panther Walk Preserve TPMA
5. Winchester Head Preserve
7. Subcommittee Reports
A. Lands Evaluation & Management — Chair, Ron Clark — next meeting March 20, 2024
B. Outreach — Need new chair - last meeting January 20, 2023
C. Ordinance Policy & Rules— Chair, Michele Lenhard -last meeting December 18, 2023
8. Coordinator Communications
A. Miscellaneous
B. BCC Items related to Conservation Collier
1. BCC Agenda 1/9/2024
a. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission funding assistance for Pepper
Ranch and Caracara Prairie Preserve Land Management Plan 10-Year Update.
(approved on consent)
b. Agreement for Sale and Purchase of Kleinberger Revocable Trust 2 parcels
totaling 5 acres. (regular agenda item; passed unanimously)
2. BCC Agenda 1/23/2024
a. Reappointment of 2 CCLAAC members Karyn Allman and Gary Bromley (County
Attorney approved on consent)
b. Camp Keais Strand Preserve Interim Management Plan (GMD approved on
consent)
c. Request to advertise amending Ordinance 2002-63 (County Manager's Report
regular agenda item; passed unanimously)
3. BCC Agenda 2/27/24
a. Purchase Agreement(s) (County Manager's Report)
b. Mcllvane Marsh Preserve Management Plan (GMD consent)
9. Chair and Committee Member Comments
10. Public Comments
11. Staff Comments
12. Next Meeting March 6, 2024, 9 am @ Growth Management Community Development
13. Adjourn
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Committee Members: Please notify Summer Araque at 239-252-2979 no later than noon Monday, February
5, 2024, if you cannot attend this meeting or if you have a conflict and will abstain from voting on an agenda
topic.
January 3, 2024
MINUTES OF THE CONSERVATION COLLIER LAND ACQUISITION
ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Naples, Florida, January 3, 2024
LET IT BE REMEMBERED, the Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory
Committee in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this
date at 1:00 P.M. in REGULAR SESSION at Administrative Building "F", 3ra
Floor, Collier County Government Complex Naples, Florida with the following
members present:
CHAIR: Michele Lenhard
VICE CHAIR: Brittany Patterson -Weber
Gary Bromley
Ron Clark
Karyn Allman (via Zoom)
Rhys Watkins (Excused)
John Courtright
Corey McCloskey (Absent)
Nick Pearson
ALSO PRESENT: Summer Araque, Environmental Supervisor, Conservation Collier
Sally Ashkar, Assistant County Attorney
Melissa Hennig, Environmental Specialist I
Molly DuVall, Sr. Environmental Specialist II
Jaime Cook, Development Review Division Director
Jamie French, Growth Management Department Head
January 3, 2024
1. Roll Call
Chair Lenhard called the meeting to order at 1:00P.M. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established
with 6 Members present in the Boardroom.
A. Approval of CCLAAC Members attending the meeting remotely
Mr. Bromley moved to allow Ms. Allman to participate in the meeting remotely due to an
extraordinary circumstance. Second by Mr. Clark. Carried unanimously 6 — 0.
2. Approval of Agenda
Mr. Bromley moved to approve the Agenda subject to hearing Item 4.B after Item 3. Second by Ms.
Patterson -Weber. Carried unanimously 7— 0.
3. Approval of December 6, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Ms. Patterson -Weber moved to approve the minutes of the December 6, 2023 meeting as presented.
Second by Mr. Bromley. Carried unanimously 7— 0.
4. Old Business
B. Conservation Collier Ordinance Revisions
Staff presented the proposed amendments to Ordinance 2022-63 for review.
Ms. Cook presented the PowerPoint "Update on Proposed Ordinance Changes: Subcommittee
Recommendations — January 3, 2024" and provided an overview of the proposed changes.
The following was noted during Committee discussion:
• The proposed changes are anticipated to be heard by the Board of County Commissioners on
February 13, 2024.
• The recommendations of the Ordinance, Policy and Rules Subcommittee have been
incorporated into the proposed Ordinance.
• Staff will review the criteria for evaluating lands including any changes necessary for the
"Lands comprised of native habitat" and "Lands which provide climate resilience criteria" and
report back to the Committee on any recommended changes.
• Any proposed changes to the composition of the Committee, including the number of Members
should be addressed later, if necessary to ensure quorums are present at meetings.
Speaker
Brad Cornell, Audubon of Southwest Florida noted it would be beneficial to ensure the Ordinance
addresses adequate funding for land management into perpetuity. Concepts could include identifying
specific percentages for dedication of funds to acquisition and management, allowing backup by the
General Fund in the event of a shortfall, etc. It may be advantageous to clarify the process involved for
lands with Transfer of Development Rights including identifying any changes required to the Growth
Management Plan and Land Development Code. Additionally clarifying the process under Section
12.5 if the intent is for the Board of County Commissioners to review high priority acquisitions as soon
as possible.
Ms. Cook noted the concept is for the BCC to review any properties designated as "A -List" in an
expedited manner.
Mr. French noted the program is intended to be self sufficient via ad valorum tax and investment
income revenue. In the event of maintenance funding issues, Florida Statute requires the General Fund
to be utilized to address any shortfalls in County commitments.
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Ms. Patterson -Weber moved to approve the changes to the proposed Ordinance recommended by the
Ordinance Policy and Rules Subcommittee subject to Staff reviewing the Ordinance as necessary.
Second by Mr. Courtright. Carried unanimously 7— 0.
A. Acquisition Updates - Current Acquisition Status report updated monthly in advance of CCLAAC
meeting provided as part of meeting packet and under Acquisition News at
www.conservationcollier.com for information purposes. The report will be updated monthly (last
updated December 26, 2023) including parcels the County has acquired to date, offers made by the
County, pending acquisitions and those properties where the owner withdrew the application.
Ms. Araque reported 63 properties totaling 517.60 acres have been acquired under Cycles 10, 11A,
11B and 12A. There are 18 properties totaling 284.56 acres pending acquisition.
B. Purchase Agreements
Ms. Araque provided the following Purchase and Sale agreement for consideration - (The Committee
approved the Purchase and Sale Agreements listed below in one motion but were listed separately for
recording purposes).
None
C. Caracara Land Management Plan update
Ms. DuVall presented the PowerPoint "Caracara Prairie Preserve Management Update 2024 " for
information and provided an overview of recent management endeavors, land management concerns,
cattle leasing activities and the fiscal impacts associated with the property. There is a concern livestock
is overgrazing the land negatively impacting habitat.
During Committee discussion it was noted:
• Staff recommends not renewing the cattle lease which expires in 2024 for a period of 2 — 5
years to provide an opportunity for the habitat to recover.
• Following the 2 year hiatus, the feasibility of executing a lease would be revisited.
• At this point in time, there are no plans to replant any areas with native vegetation.
5. New Business
A. Railhead Scrub Preserve Land Management Plan 10-year update
Ms. DuVall provided the "Railhead Scrub Preserve Land Management Plan 10 year update"
for consideration and "Railhead Scrub Preserve 10 Year Land Management Plan Update Public
Meeting Summary" for information purposes. She presented the PowerPoint "Conservation Collier
Nature Preserves — Railhead Scrub Preserve" and outlined the resource protection, wildlife
management and public aspects of the plan and noted a public meeting was held on December 18, 2023
to obtain input.
The Committee noted 2 minor corrections involving scrivener's errors.
Mr. Courtright moved to recommend the Board of County Commissioners approve the Railhead
Scrub Preserve Land Management Plan 10 Update as presented by Staff. Second by Ms. Patterson -
Weber. Carried unanimously 7— 0.
C. Cycle 12B Initial Screening Criteria (ISC)
1. NGGE TPMA — McIntosh Family Trust
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Ms. Hennig presented the "Initial Screening Criteria Form" for the above referenced parcel. It is
north of 50th Ave. NE, south of Immokalee Rd. and east of Everglades Blvd. N within the NGGE
Scrub Target Protection Mailing Area (TPMA) and 2.73 acres in size.
It satisfies 4 of the Initial Screening Criteria.
Speaker
Brad Cornell, Audubon of Southwest Florida supported moving the application forward in the
process.
Mr. Courtright moved to move the parcel forward in the acquisition process and for Staff to
prepare an Initial Criteria Screening Report. Second by Ms. Patterson -Weber. Carried
unanimously 7 — 0.
2. Marco Island TPMA — Ramoski Trust
Ms. Hennig presented the "Initial Screening Criteria Form" for the above referenced parcel. It is
at the intersection of S. Barfield Dr. and Inlet Dr. - 511 S. Barfield Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145;
Marco Island TPMA and 0.40 acres in size.
It satisfies 3 of the Initial Screening Criteria.
Speaker
Brad Cornell, Audubon of Southwest Florida noted the lot has been heavily mowed however 4
Gopher Tortoises have inhabited the lands. If the mowing activity was ceased and necessary habitat
established, additional tortoises would be attracted to the area. He recommended it move forward
in the process.
Richard Blonna, City of Marco Island recommended the parcel be acquired given its location and
current configuration of Conservation Collier properties acquired and/or under consideration in the
area including Otter Mound Preserve.
Ms. Patterson -Weber moved to move the parcel forward in the acquisition process and for Staff
to prepare an Initial Criteria Screening Report. Second by Mr. Bromley. Carried unanimously 7
—0.
D. Cycle 12B Initial Criteria Screening Report (ICSR)
1. Sarry Trust
Ms. Hennig presented the "Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Program Initial Criteria
Screening Report for Sarry Trust. " It is approximately'/2 mile east of North Belle Meade Preserve,
north off Blackburn Rd., just north of I-75; RFMUD-NRPA-NBMO-Sending and 13.1 acres in size
and received a score of 186 out of 400 and has an assessed value of $168,245.
2. Marco Island TPMA
a. HK Investment
Ms. Hennig presented the "Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Program Initial Criteria
Screening Report for HK Investment. " It is just south of San Marco Rd off S. Barfield Dr. - 363
S. Barfield Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145; Marco Island TPMA and 0.38 acres in size,
received a score of 228 out of 400 and has an assessed value of $209,278.
b. Van Cleef
Ms. Hennig presented the "Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Program Initial Criteria
Screening Report for Van Cleef. " It is just south of San Marco Rd off S. Barfield Dr. - 383 S.
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Barfield Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145; Marco Island TPMA and 0.43 acres in size, received a
score of 189 out of 400 and has an assessed value of $187,310.
Speaker
Richard Blonna, City of Marco Island spoke in support of the acquisition noting the pathway
in front is designated for multi -use.
E. Advisory Board vacancy application(s)
Ms. Araque noted there are 3 vacancies on the Committee effective February 11, 2024. Karyn Allman
and Gary Bromley have re -applied to be seated on the Committee.
Mr. Bromley and Ms. Allman spoke of their desire to be re -appointed to the Committee.
Ms. Patterson -Weber moved to recommend the Board of County Commissioners re -appoint Karyn
Allman and Gary Bromley to the Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory Committee.
Second by Mr. Courtright. Carried unanimously S — 0. Mr. Bromley and Ms. Allman abstained.
6. Subcommittee Reports
A. Lands Evaluation & Management — Chair, Ron Clark — Last meeting September 21, 2023
Mr. Clark reported the next Subcommittee meeting will be held in March of 2024.
B. Outreach — Chair, Brittany Patterson -Weber —Last meeting January 20, 2023
No update necessary.
C. Ordinance Policy and Rules — Chair, Michele Lenhard - Last meeting December 18, 2023
No update necessary.
7. Coordinator Communications
A. BCC Items Related to Conservation Collier
1. Previously Heard
12/12/23 (all approved on consent)
a. North Belle Meade Preserve FWC Funding Assistance Application
b. Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve Final Management Plan
2. Upcoming 1/9/24
a. Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation MOU
b. Ordinance 2002-63 revisions
c. Pepper Ranch Funding Assistance application
B. Miscellaneous
Ms. Araque noted:
• The Committee's annual appointment of Chairman and Vice Chairman will occur at the
February meeting.
The Committee's meeting location is anticipated to be changed to the Growth Management
building on North Horseshoe Drive. Staff will send out a poll to the Committee to determine
the most optimal day and time for the meeting. Availability of a room at the building will be a
factor in determining the schedule.
8. Chair/Committee Member Comments
January 3, 2024
Chair Lenhard noted the minutes for the Subcommittees meetings will be approved at the CCLAAC
meeting (if necessary) as there tends to be long breaks between Subcomittee meetings.
9. Public General Comments
Brad Cornell, Audubon of Southwest Florida noted the organization recognizes a need for a large
mammal wildlife underpass when Veterans Blvd. Extension is constructed through Railhead Scrub
Preserve and will be pursuing the concept throughout the permitting process. He requested the Committee
support the request.
Committee discussion occurred on the most optimal avenue to express support for the underpass with
Staff noting they will review the issue and report back to the Committee at a future meeting.
10. Staff Comments
None
13. Next Meeting — February 7, 2024
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order of
the chair at 3:46P.M.
Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory Committee
Michele Lenhard, Chair
These minutes approved by the Committee on
as presented or as amended
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Conservation Collier Cycle 10, 11, and 12 Property Status Updated January 22, 2024
SUMMARY PAGE
ACQUISITION SUMMARY OF ALL CYCLE 10, 11A, 1113, and 12A PROPERTIES
Appraised or
Purchase Price
Total number of
Total Acres
Estimate
or Estimated
Value*
Value*
properties
ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
614.01
$14,170,495
$13,793,825
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(CYCLE 10, 11A, 11B, and 12A)
PROPERTIES PENDING ACQUISITION*
178.15
$7,633,410
$7,620,090
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(CYCLE 10, 11A, 11B, and 12A)
*Estimated value used in calculations until Purchase Agreements are signed by Seller and scheduled for Conservation Collier
Land Acquisition Advisory Committee meeting
Conservation Collier Cycle 10, 11, and 12 Property Status
Updated January 22, 2024
CYCLE 10 AAL APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ON JANUARY 25, 2022
CYCLE 10 ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
Property Name
Preserve
Size (ac)
Appraised Value
Closing Amount
Acquisition Status
Aguilar, Jorge
Panther Walk
1.14
$40,000
$40,000
Closed 2/13/23
Preserve
Arias, Eladio
Dr. Robert H. Gore
3.16
$63,000
$52,900
Closed 9/22/23
III Preserve
Arias, Eladio
Dr. Robert H. Gore
3.78
$66,000
$63,200
Closed 9/22/23
III Preserve
Arnay, Henrietta
Panther Walk
1.14
$30,000
$30,000
Closed 6/16/23
Preserve
Bailey, Charles E
Dr. Robert H. Gore
1.14
$25,000
$25,000
Closed 9/20/23
III Preserve
Behnke, Lois
Panther Walk
1.14
$57,000
$57,000
Closed 6/16/23
Preserve
Blocker, Brian
Pepper Ranch
24.50
$220,000
$220,000
Closed 7/7/23
Preserve
Burns, Sandra
Panther Walk
1.14
$30,000
$30,000
Closed 1/30/23
Preserve
Caberera, Mercedes
Red Maple Swamp
9.16
$114,500
$114,500
Closed 3/21/22
Preserve
Castillo, Jose
Red Maple Swamp
5.41
$89,300
$84,835
Closed 7/14/23
Preserve
Charles, Paulette
Dr. Robert H. Gore
1.14
$25,100
$22,500
Closed 6/30/23
III Preserve
Craparo, Stephen
Dr. Robert H. Gore
1.64
$44,000
$39,600
Closed 9/15/23
III Preserve
D & J Investors
Panther Walk
1.14
$40,000
$40,000
Closed 6/9/23
Preserve
Dessing, Carol A.
Winchester Head
1.14
$18,810
$18,810
Closed 3/28/22
Preserve
Fesser, Ivan
Winchester Head
2.27
$56,800
$53,960
Closed 9/1/23
Preserve
Fleming, Albert
Dr. Robert H. Gore
1.64
$39,000
$37,500
Closed 9/15/23
III Preserve
Gonzalez, Isabel
Panther Walk
1.14
$50,000
$50,000
Closed 6/16/22
Preserve
Gorman, Herman and Alice
Winchester Head
1.14
$18,810
$18,810
Closed 9/26/22
Preserve
Grossman, Barry
Panther Walk
2.73
$63,000
$63,000
Closed 6/16/23
Preserve
Guerra, Sigrid
Red Maple Swamp
1.14
$20,500
$20,500
Closed 7/7/23
Preserve
Hackmann, Charles
Panther Walk
2.73
$70,000
$63,000
Closed 12/15/23
Preserve
Hofmann, Adelaida
Dr. Robert H. Gore
1.59
$36,000
$36,000
Closed 2/27/23
III Preserve
Hussey Trust
North Belle Meade
256.00
$2,072,500
$2,072,500
Closed 11/14/22
Preserve
Johnson, Tim R
Panther Walk
1.14
$30,000
$30,000
Closed 1/30/23
Preserve
Joyce, David
Panther Walk
2.27
$52,000
$52,000
Closed 6/9/23
Preserve
Joyce, Martin and Elizabeth
Panther Walk
2.27
$61,300
$55,170
Closed 8/17/23
Preserve
Martinez, Abel Chavez
Red Maple Swamp
2.27
$40,900
$36,000
Closed 8/17/23
Preserve
Conservation Collier Cycle 10, 11, and 12 Property Status
Updated January 22, 2024
CYCLE 10 AAL APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ON JANUARY 25, 2022
CYCLE 10 ACQUIRED PROPERTIES, cont'd
Property Name
Preserve
Size (ac)
Appraised Value
Closing Amount
Acquisition Status
McLaughlin Trust, Geraldine
Red Maple Swamp
4.61
$57,625
$57,625
Closed 3/21/22
Preserve
Meyer Trust
Panther Walk
1.59
$72,000
$72,000
Closed 1/30/23
Preserve
Moody Crawford, Jim H
Pepper Ranch
59.79
$505,000
$505,000
Closed 9/22/23
Preserve
Pena, John
Panther Walk
2.27
$52,000
$52,000
Closed 2/13/23
Preserve
Popp, Joe
Rivers Road
19.40
$630,000
$630,000
Closed 9/26/22
Preserve
Quevedo, Odalys
Dr. Robert H. Gore
1.14
$28,000
$26,600
Closed 7/14/23
III Preserve
Rodriguez (f.k.a. Lopez), Terri
Panther Walk
1.59
$42,900
$38,610
Closed 8/17/23
Preserve
Ruben Trust
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$39,800
Closed 7/7/23
Preserve
Rudnick, Carol -Donation
Dr. Robert H. Gore
1.59
N/A
N/A
Closed 6/30/22
III Preserve
Salgado, Julio
Panther Walk
2.73
$73,700
$70,110
Closed 8/17/23
Preserve
Sanchez, PS & NE
Panther Walk
2.73
$63,000
$63,000
Closed 1/30/23
Preserve
Selvig, Maribeth - Donation
Panther Walk
1.14
N/A
N/A
Closed 9/26/22
Preserve
Setser, Carrie, Larry, and Ruby
Red Maple Swamp
5.00
$62,500
$62,500
Closed 3/21/22
Preserve
Sparkman Tamara Gibson
Panther Walk
1.14
$33,000
$33,000
Closed 7/14/23
Preserve
Thommen, William F
Panther Walk
5.00
$100,000
$100,000
Closed 1/30/23
Preserve
Toro, Michael
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$35,820
Closed 6/30/23
Preserve
Trofatter, Frederick
Winchester Head
1.14
$28,000
$25,650
Closed 9/7/23
Preserve
Varney, Gail
Red Maple Swamp
1.14
$14,250
$14,250
Closed 2/14/22
Preserve
Wright, David
Panther Walk
1.14
$30,000
$30,000
Closed 1/30/23
Preserve
Zani, Paul
Dr. Robert H. Gore
2.27
$49,900
$49,900
Closed 7/7/23
III Preserve
Zhuang, Joseph
Panther Walk
2.73
$63,000
$63,000
Closed 1/30/23
Preserve
TOTAL CYCLE 10 ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
456.42
$5,457,995
$5,395,650
Total number of properties = 48
Conservation Collier Cycle 10, 11, and 12 Property Status
Updated January 22, 2024
CYCLE 10 AAL APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ON JANUARY 25, 2022
CYCLE 10 A -LIST PROPERTIES THAT WILL NOT BE ACQUIRED
Property Name
Preserve
Size (ac)
Appraised Value
Final Offer Amount
Acquisition Status
Amaranth Trust, Forrest G
N/A
71.16
N/A
N/A
Property withdrawn
Anderson, Charles
Panther Walk
2.27
$64,000
$64,000
Offer not accepted
Preserve
Anderson, Charles
Panther Walk
1.14
N/A
N/A
Sold to another
Preserve
Argay, Lorraine D
Dr. Robert H. Gore
7.05
$81,000
$81,000
Offer not accepted
III Preserve
Arnold, Emily
Pepper Ranch
5.00
N/A
N/A
Property withdrawn
Preserve
Arnold, Vanette
Panther Walk
1.14
$30,000
$30,000
Offer not accepted
Preserve
Big Hammock - Area I (Barron
Pepper Ranch
257.3
$900,000
$900,000
Offer not accepted
Collier Partnership)
Preserve
Casasierra Realty LLC
Winchester Head
1.14
$25,650
$25,650
Property withdrawn
Preserve
Cedeno, Kenneth
Dr. Robert H. Gore
2.81
$56,000
$56,000
Offer not accepted
III Preserve
Dahche, Ahmand
Panther Walk
5.00
$130,000
$130,000
Offer not accepted
Preserve
D'Angelo, Eugene
Dr. Robert H. Gore
5.00
$100,000
$100,000
Offer not accepted
III Preserve
Erjavec, Eugene
Rivers Road
4.92
$200,000
$200,000
Offer not accepted
Preserve
Eschuk, Shari
Rivers Road
4.78
$180,000
$180,000
Offer not accepted
Preserve
Fernandez, Erik
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$39,800
Offer not accepted
Preserve
Fischer Trust, Addison
Marco Island
0.63
N/A
N/A
Property withdrawn
Naughton, Veronica
Panther Walk
2.73
N/A
N/A
Sold to another
Preserve
Higdon Trust, Garey D
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$35,820
Selling to another
Preserve
Macrina, Kathleen
Panther Walk
1.14
N/A
N/A
Sold to another
Preserve
Magdalener, Josef
Shell Island
18.73
N/A
N/A
Property withdrawn
Preserve
Moylan, Paul E
Panther Walk
2.73
$63,000
$63,000
Offer not accepted
Preserve
Ortega, Gerardo
Panther Walk
1.14
$30,000
$30,000
Property withdrawn
Preserve
Three Brothers
Panther Walk
2.73
$63,000
$63,000
Offer not accepted
Preserve
WISC Investment - Inlet Dr
Marco Island
0.39
$429,000
$429,000
Purchase Agreement not approved by BCC
TOTAL CYCLE 10 A -LIST PROPERTIES THAT WILL NOT BE
402.11
$2,431,250
$2,427,270
Total number of properties = 23
ACQUIRED
Conservation Collier Cycle 10, 11, and 12 Property Status
Updated January 22, 2024
CYCLE 11A AAL APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ON DECEMBER 13, 2022
CYCLE 11A ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
Size (ac)
Appraised Value
Closing Amount
Annecy Marco LLC / Barfield
Marco Island
2.13
$3,140,000
$3,140,000
Closed 1/5/24
Berman Trust, R F
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
1.14
$30,000
$28,500
Closed 9/15/23
Preserve
Fontela, Maricel Aleu
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
1.14
$25,700
$25,700
Closed 12/8/23
Preserve
Geren, Jonathan
North Belle Meade
7.84
$129,500
$129,500
Closed 1/12/24
Preserve
Gutierrez, Michael
North Belle Meade
4.88
$85,400
$81,100
Closed 1/12/24
Preserve
McGinnis, Patricia
Panther Walk Preserve
1.14
$45,000
$42,800
Closed 11/17/23
Perez Castro, Pedro
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
1.17
$29,000
$27,600
Closed 1/5/24
Preserve
Perona, Barbara
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$39,800
Closed 12/1/23
Preserve
Repola, Andrea
Panther Walk Preserve
1.14
$45,000
$42,800
Closed 9/15/23
Scalley, William J and Martha
Panther Walk Preserve
1.14
$45,000
$42,800
Closed 11/17/23
Scotti, Mary
North Belle Meade
8.74
$135,500
$128,700
Closed 12/1/23
Preserve
South Terra Corp
Marco Island
0.56
$1,720,000
$1,620,000
Closed 1/5/24
Sponseller, Robert
North Belle Meade
5.00
$90,000
$90,000
Closed 12/8/23
Preserve
Trigoura, Delsina
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
1.14
$30,000
$30,000
Closed 11/17/23
Preserve
VanCleave, Matthew
Rivers Road Preserve
0.50
$52,500
$52,500
Closed 12/8/23
Vaz, Maurice J
Panther Walk Preserve
1.59
$57,500
$57,000
Closed 9/15/23
TOTAL CYCLE 11A ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
40.84
$5,699,900
$5,578,800
Total number of properties = 16
CYCLE 11A A -LIST PROPERTIES THAT WILL NOT BE ACQUIRED
Size (ac)
Appraised Value
Final Offer Amount
Agua Colina
Marco Island
0.63
$1,120,000
$1,120,000
Purchase Agreement not approved by Board
Berman Rev Trust, R F
Panther Walk Preserve
1.17
$46,000
$43,700
No longer interested in selling
Chestnut, Diane
Marco Island
0.53
$627,500
$627,500
Offer not accepted
Colon, Donna &Patricia Mack
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
Preserve
2.27
$39,500
$39,500
Selling to another
S & B Properties of Marco LLC
Marco Island
0.50
$570,000
$570,000
Offer not accepted
Starnes, Hugh
Caracara Prairie Preserve
4.54
$250,000
$250,000
Offer not accepted
TOTAL CYCLE 11A A -LIST PROPERTIES THAT WILL NOT BE
ACQUIRED
9.64
$2,653,000
$2,650,700
Total number of properties = 6
Conservation Collier Cycle 10, 11, and 12 Property Status
Updated January 22, 2024
CYCLE 11B AAL APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ON FEBRUARY 28, 2023
CYCLE 11B ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
Size (ac) Appraised Value Closing Amount
Bailey, Scott and Christopher
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$38,500
Closed 1/19/24
Preserve
Brewer, Richard
N/A
14.78
$451,000
$405,900
Closed 12/15/23
Dibala Wood Trust
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
18.28
$275,000
$261,300
Closed 12/15/23
Preserve
Dredge Management Assoc LLC
Shell Island Preserve
18.73
$1,592,500
$1,512,875
Closed 1/19/24
English Trust
Pepper Ranch Preserve
59.01
$515,000
$463,500
Closed 1/19/24
Weir Trust, Celine
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
2.27
$39,500
$37,500
Closed 12/8/23
Preserve
Williams
ancy Payton Preserve
0.50
$60,000
$60,000
Closed 1/19/24
Wilson Trust
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$39,800
Closed 12/8/23
Preserve
TOTAL CYCLE 11B ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
116.75
$3,012,600
$2,819,375
Total number of properties = 8
CYCLE 11B PROPERTIES PENDING ACQUISITION
Property Name
Preserve
Size (ac)
Appraised/Estimated
Purchase Price/Estimated
Acquisition Status
Value
Value
Mooney/Hankins-Colon
Winchester Head
1.59
$39,800
$39,800
Purchase Agreement approved by BCC on 11/14/23;
Preserve
closing scheduled for 2/9/24
Subtotal - Properties with Board Approved Purchase
1.59
$39,800
$39,800
Subtotal number of properties = 1
Agreements
Descoteau, Donn & Donna*
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
1.14
$25,100
$25,100
Offer accepted; Purchase Agreement pending
Preserve
Subtotal - Properties with Board Approval of Purchase
1.14
$25,100
$25,100
Subtotal number of properties = 1
Agreements Pending
TOTAL CYCLE 11B PROPERTIES PENDING ACQUISITION
2.73
$64,900
$64,900
Total number of properties = 2
CYCLE 11B A -LIST PROPERTIES THAT WILL NOT BE ACQUIRED
Appraised/Estimated
Final Offer
Property Name
Preserve
Size (ac)
Value
Amount/Estimated Value
Acquisition Status
Buckley Enterprises*
Nancy Payton Preserve
80.00
$640,000
$640,000
Under contract to another
Khoury
Otter Mound Preserve
0.43
N/A
N/A
Sold to another
Lie, Run He
Nancy Payton Preserve
0.50
$80,000
$80,000
Offer not accepted
Owl Hammock
N/A
7,378.00
TBD
TBD
On -hold pending State of Florida acquisition
Relevant Radio, Inc.
Mcllvane Marsh
10.46
$126,350
$126,350
Offer not accepted
Preserve
Sit/Chew
Nancy Payton Preserve
3.00
$390,000
$390,000
Offer not accepted
Smith &Montgomery
Dr. Robert H. Gore III
2.73
N/A
N/A
Property withdrawn
Preserve
TOTAL CYCLE 11B A -LIST PROPERTIES THAT WILL NOT BE
7,475.12
$1,236,350
$1,236,350
Total number of properties = 7
ACQUIRED
* Estimated Value used in calculations until Purchase Agreement is signed by Seller and scheduled for Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory Committee meeting
Conservation Collier Cycle 10,11, and 12 Property Status Updated January 22, 2024
CYCLE 12A AAL APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ON OCTOBER 10, 2023
CYCLE 12A ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
Size (ac)
Appraised Value
Closing Amount
TOTAL CYCLE 12A ACQUIRED PROPERTIES
0.00
$0
$0
Total number of properties = 0
CYCLE 12A PROPERTIES PENDING ACQUISITION
Appraised/Estimated
Purchase
Property Name
Preserve
Size (ac)
Value
Price/Estimated
Acquisition Status
A & T Kleinberger Rev
Dr. Robert H. Gore
5.00
$110,000
$104,500
Purchase Agreement approved BCC on
Trust
III Preserve
1 9 24• closing pending
Subtotal - Properties with Board Approved
5.00
$110,000
$104,500
Subtotal number of properties = 1
Purchase Agreements
Murawski Trust
North Belle Meade
4.87
$45,000
$42,750
Offer accepted; Purchase Agreement
Preserve
scheduled for 2/7/24 CCLAAC
Symphony Properties*
N/A
150.00
$7,100,000
$7,100,000
Appraisal ordered
Rodriguez, Mario &
Panther Walk
5.46
$158,400
$158,400
Offer accepted; Purchase Agreement
Gisela
Preserve
scheduled for 2/7/24 CCLAAC
Volpe Trust
North Belle Meade
8.50
$109,000
$103,550
Offer accepted; Purchase Agreement
Preserve
scheduled for 2/7/24 CCLAAC
Whittingham
Panther Walk
1.59
$46,110
$45,990
Offer accepted; Purchase Agreement
Corporation
Preserve
scheduled for 2/7/24 CCLAAC
Subtotal - Properties with Board Approval
170.42
$7,458,510
$7,450,690
Subtotal number of properties = 5
of Purchase Agreements Pending
TOTAL CYCLE 12A PROPERTIES PENDING
175.42
$7,568,510
$7,555,190
Total number of properties = 6
ACQUISITION
CYCLE 12A A -LIST PROPERTIES THAT WILL NOT BE ACQUIRED
Final Offer
Size (ac)
Appraised Value
Amount
Aristizabal
Mcllvane Marsh
5.00
$20,000
$20,000
Offer declined
Preserve
TOTAL CYCLE 12A A -LIST PROPERTIES
5.00
$20,000
$20,000
Total number of properties = 1
THAT WILL NOT BE ACQUIRED
* Estimated Value used in calculations until Purchase Agreement is signed by Seller and scheduled for Conservation Collier Land
Acquisition Advisory Committee meeting
Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Program
Project Design Report
Whittingham Corporation Property
Date: February 2024
Property Owner: Whittingham Corporation
Folios : 38845360003
Location: GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 42 W 105FT OF TR 66
Size: 1.59 acres
Purchase Price: $45,990
History of Proiect:
Selected for the "A" category, #1
Selected for the "A"
Purchase offer
Purchase offer
priority, on the Active Acquisition
category, #1 priority, on
made to owners
accepted
List (AAL) by CCLAAC
AAL b BCC
7/14/2023
10/10/2023
11/30/2023
12/27/2023
Purpose of Proiect: Environmental Conservation — Conservation Collier Program
Program Oualifications:
This parcel is located in the southern section of the Horsepen Strand adjacent to Panther Walk
Preserve. The Whittingham Corporation parcel met the Initial Screening Criteria identified in the
Conservation Collier Ordinance, No. 2007-65, as amended, including presence of native habitat,
potential for nature -based recreational and educational opportunities, protection of water resource
values and wetland dependent species habitat, presence of significant biological/ecological values,
listed species habitat, connectivity, and restoration potential.
This parcel offers access from 58a' Ave NE off of Everglades Blvd — a paved public road. This
property could accommodate seasonal outdoor recreation, particularly due to the proximity to the
Panther Walk Preserve.
The parcel is part of the greater Horsepen Strand flow way and contains a portion of a freshwater
marsh. This parcel is home to many wetland dependent species of flora and fauna including Florida
panthers that have been documented within the strand.
This parcel, when joined with many others, can protect the flow of both wildlife and water through
the Horsepen Strand.
Zoning, Growth Management and Land Use Overlays: The Panther Walk and Horsepen
Strand project parcels are entirely within the Northern Golden Gate Estates. The zoning
classification for all the parcels is Estates (E), a rural residential classification. There are no
additional land use overlays applicable.
Projected Management Activities: No hydrologic changes are necessary to maintain wetland
characteristics on the project site. Projected management activities include the removal of invasive
plants, the development of a Land Management Plan, and continued development of public access
to selected portions of the preserve.
Estimated Management Costs:
Management
Element
2023
2024
2025
2026
2027
Exotics
$477
$318
$318
$318
$240
Signage
$200
Total
$677
$318
$318
$318
$240
SEE PAGES 3 AND 4 FOR AERIAL MAPS OF THE PARCEL.
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AGREEMENT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between THE WHITTINGHAM
CORPORATION, a Florida corporation, whose address is 510 20th Ave NE, Naples, FL
34120 (hereinafter referred to as "Seller"), and COLLIER COUNTY, a political
subdivision of the State of Florida, its successors and assigns, whose address is 3335
Tamiami Trail East, Suite 101, Naples, FL 34112 (hereinafter referred to as
"Purchaser").
W I T N E S S E T H
WHEREAS, Seller is the owner of that certain parcel of real property (hereinafter
referred to as "Property"), located in Collier County, State of Florida, and being more
particularly described in Exhibit "A", attached hereto and made a part hereof by
reference.
WHEREAS, Purchaser is desirous of purchasing the Property, subject to the conditions
and other agreements hereinafter set forth, and Seller is agreeable to such sale and to
such conditions and agreements.
NOW, THEREFORE, and for and in consideration of the premises and the respective
undertakings of the parties hereinafter set forth and the sum of Ten Dollars ($10.00), the
receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, it is agreed as follows:
AGREEMENT
1.01 In consideration of the purchase price and upon the terms and conditions
hereinafter set forth, Seller shall sell to Purchaser and Purchaser shall purchase
from Seller the Property, described in Exhibit "A".
II. PAYMENT OF PURCHASE PRICE
2.01 The purchase price (the "Purchase Price") for the Property shall be FORTY-
FIVE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED NINETY and 001100 DOLLARS ($45,990),
(U.S. Currency) payable at time of closing.
Ill. CLOSING
3.01 The Closing (THE "CLOSING DATE", "DATE OF CLOSING", OR "CLOSING") of
the transaction shall be held on or before one hundred and eighty (180) days
following execution of this Agreement by the Purchaser, or within thirty (30) days of
Purchaser's receipt of all closing documents, whichever is later. The Closing shall
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be held at the office of the insuring title company or by mail. The procedure to be
followed by the parties in connection with the Closing shall be as follows:
3.011 Seller shall convey a marketable title free of any liens, encumbrances,
exceptions, or qualifications. Marketable title shall be determined according to
applicable title standards adopted by the Florida Bar and in accordance with
law. At the Closing, the Seller shall cause to be delivered to the Purchaser
the items specified herein and the following documents and instruments duly
executed and acknowledged, in recordable form:
3.0111 Warranty Deed in favor of Purchaser conveying title to the
Property, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances other than:
(a) The lien for current taxes and assessments.
(b) Such other easements, restrictions, or conditions of record.
3.0112 Combined Purchaser -Seller closing statement.
3.0113 A "Gap Tax Proration, Owner's Non -Foreign Affidavit", as
required by Section 1445 of the Internal Revenue Code and as required
by the title insurance underwriter to insure the "gap" and issue the policy
contemplated by the title insurance commitment.
3.0114 A W-9 Form, "Request for Taxpayer Identification and
Certification" as required by the internal Revenue Service.
3.012 At the Closing, the Purchaser, or its assignee, shall cause to be delivered to
the Seller the following:
3.0121 A negotiable instrument (County Warrant) in an amount equal to
the Purchase Price. No funds shall be disbursed to Seller until the Title
Company verifies that the state of the title to the Property has not
changed adversely since the date of the last endorsement to the
commitment, referenced in Section 4.011 thereto, and the Title Company
is irrevocably committed to pay the Purchase Price to Seller and to issue
the Owner's title policy to Purchaser in accordance with the commitment
immediately after the recording of the deed.
3.0122 Funds payable to the Seller representing the cash payment due
at Closing in accordance with Article Ili hereof, shall be subject to
adjustment for prorations as hereinafter set forth.
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3.02 Each party shall be responsible for payment of its own attorney's fees. Seller,
at its sole cost and expense, shall pay at Closing all documentary stamp taxes due
relating to the recording of the Warranty Deed, in accordance with Chapter 201.01,
Florida Statutes, and the cost and electronic fee of recording any instruments
necessary to clear Seller's title to the Property. The cost of the Owner's Form B
Title Policy, issued pursuant to the Commitment provided for in Section 4.011
below, shall be paid by Purchaser. The cost of the title commitment shall also be
paid by Purchaser. If required by a Phase I report and desired by Purchaser,
Seller shall pay for a Phase 11 Environmental Assessment selected by Purchaser.
3.03 Purchaser shall
pay for the cost of
recording the Warranty Deed.
Real
Property taxes shall
be prorated based
on the current year's tax with
due
allowance made for
maximum allowable
discount, homestead and any
other
applicable exemptions and paid by Seller.
If Closing occurs at a date which
the
current year's millage
is not fixed, taxes will
be prorated based upon such
prior
year's millage.
IV. REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS
4.01 Upon execution of this Agreement by both parties or at such other time as
specified within this Article, Purchaser and/or Seller, as the case may be, shall
perform the following within the times stated, which shall be conditions precedent
to the Closing;
4.011 Within fifteen (15) days after the date hereof, Purchaser shall obtain as
evidence of title an ALTA Commitment for an Owner's Title Insurance Policy
(ALTA Form B-1970) covering the Property, together with hard copies of all
exceptions shown thereon. Purchaser shall have thirty (30) days, following
receipt of the title insurance commitment, to notify Seller in writing of any
objection to title other than liens evidencing monetary obligations, if any,
which obligations shall be paid at closing. If the title commitment contains
exceptions that make the title unmarketable, Purchaser shall deliver to the
Seller written notice of its intention to waive the applicable contingencies or to
terminate this Agreement.
4.012 If Purchaser shall fail to advise the Seller in writing of any such
objections in Seller's title in the manner herein required by this Agreement, the
title shall be deemed acceptable. Upon notification of Purchaser's objection to
title, Seller shall have thirty (30) days to remedy any defects to convey good
and marketable title at Seller's expense, except for liens or monetary
obligations which will be satisfied at Closing. Seller, at its sole expense, shall
use its best efforts to make such title good and marketable. In the event Seller
is unable to cure said objections within said time period, Purchaser, by
providing written notice to Seller within seven (7) days after expiration of said
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thirty (30) day period, may accept title as it then is, waiving any objection; or
Purchaser may terminate the Agreement. A failure by Purchaser to give such
written notice of termination within the time period provided herein shall be
deemed an election by Purchaser to accept the exceptions to title as shown in
the title commitment.
4.013 Seller agrees to furnish any existing surveys of the Property in Seller's
possession to Purchaser within ten (10) days of the effective date of this
Agreement. Purchaser shall have the option, at its own expense, to obtain a
current survey of the Property prepared by a surveyor licensed by the State of
Florida. No adjustments to the Purchase Price shall be made based upon any
change to the total acreage referenced in Exhibit "A," unless the difference in
acreage revealed by survey exceeds 5% of the overall acreage. If the survey
provided by Seller or obtained by Purchaser, as certified by a registered
Florida surveyor, shows: (a) an encroachment onto the property; or (b) that an
improvement located on the Property projects onto lands of others, or (c) lack
of legal access to a public roadway, the Purchaser shall notify the Seller in
writing of such encroachment, projection, or lack of legal access, and Seller
shall have the option of curing said encroachment or projection, or obtaining
legal access to the Property from a public roadway, within sixty (60) days of
receipt of said written notice from Purchaser. Purchaser shall have ninety (90)
days from the effective date of this Agreement to notify Seller of any such
objections. Should Seller elect not to or be unable to remove the
encroachment, projection, or provide legal access to the property within said
sixty (60) day period, Purchaser, by providing written notice to Seller within
seven (7) days after expiration of said sixty (60) day period, may accept the
Property as it then is, waiving any objection to the encroachment, or projection,
or lack of legal access, or Purchaser may terminate the Agreement. A failure
by Purchaser to give such written notice of termination within the time period
provided herein shall be deemed an election by Purchaser to accept the
Property with the encroachment, or projection, or lack of legal access.
V. INSPECTION PERIOD
5.01 Purchaser shall have one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of this
Agreement, ("Inspection Period"), to determine through appropriate investigation
that:
1. Soil tests and engineering studies indicate that the Property can be developed
without any abnormal demucking, soil stabilization or foundations.
2. There are no abnormal drainage or environmental requirements to the
development of the Property.
3. The Property is in compliance with all applicable State and Federal environ-
mental laws and the Property is free from any pollution or contamination.
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4. The Property can be utilized for its intended use and purpose in the
Conservation Collier program.
5.02 If Purchaser is not satisfied, for any reason whatsoever, with the results of
any investigation, Purchaser shall deliver to Seller prior to the expiration of the
Inspection Period, written notice of its intention to waive the applicable
contingencies or to terminate this Agreement. If Purchaser fails to notify the Seller
in writing of its specific objections as provided herein within the Inspection Period,
it shall be deemed that the Purchaser is satisfied with the results of its
investigations and the contingencies of this Article V shall be deemed waived. In
the event Purchaser elects to terminate this Agreement because of the right of
inspection, Purchaser shall deliver to Seller copies of all engineering reports and
environmental and soil testing results commissioned by Purchaser with respect to
the Property.
5.03 Purchaser and its agents, employees and servants shall, at their own risk and
expense, have the right to go upon the Property for the purpose of surveying and
conducting site analyses, soil borings and all other necessary investigation.
Purchaser shall, in performing such tests, use due care. Seller shall be notified by
Purchaser no less than twenty-four (24) hours prior to said inspection of the
Property.
VI. INSPECTION
6.01 Seller acknowledges that the Purchaser, or its authorized agents, shall have
the right to inspect the Property at any time prior to the Closing.
VII. POSSESSION
7.01 Purchaser shall be entitled to full possession of the Property at Closing.
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8.01 Ad valorem taxes next due and payable, after closing on the Property, shall
be prorated at Closing based upon the gross amount of current year taxes, and
shall be paid by Seller.
IX. TERMINATION AND REMEDIES
9.01 If Seller shall have failed to perform any of the covenants and/or agreements
contained herein which are to be performed by Seller, within ten (10) days of
written notification of such failure, Purchaser may, at its option, terminate this
Agreement by giving written notice of termination to Seller. Purchaser shall have
the right to seek and enforce all rights and remedies available at law or in equity to
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a contract vendee, including the right to seek specific performance of this
Agreement.
9.02 The parties acknowledge that the remedies described herein and in the
other provisions of this Agreement provide mutually satisfactory and sufficient
remedies to each of the parties and take into account the peculiar risks and
expenses of each of the parties.
X. SELLER'S AND PURCHASER'S REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
10.01 Seller and Purchaser represent and warrant the following:
10.011 Seller and Purchaser have full right and authority to enter into and to
execute this Agreement and to undertake all actions and to perform all tasks
required of each hereunder. Seller is not presently the subject of a pending,
threatened or contemplated bankruptcy proceeding.
10.012 Seller has full right, power, and authority to own and operate the
Property, and to execute, deliver, and perform its obligations under this
Agreement and the instruments executed in connection herewith, and to
consummate the transaction contemplated hereby. All necessary
authorizations and approvals have been obtained authorizing Seller and
Purchaser to execute and consummate the transaction contemplated hereby.
At Closing, certified copies of such approvals shall be delivered to Purchaser
and/or Seller, if necessary.
10.013 The warranties set forth in this paragraph shall be true on the date of
this Agreement and as of the date of Closing. Purchaser's acceptance of a
deed to the said Property shall not be deemed to be full performance and
discharge of every agreement and obligation on the part of the Seller to be
performed pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement.
10.014 Seller represents that it has no knowledge of any actions, suits, claims,
proceedings, litigation or investigations pending or threatened against Seller, at
law, equity or in arbitration before or by any federal, state, municipal or other
governmental instrumentality that relate to this agreement or any other
property that could, if continued, adversely affect Seller's ability to sell the
Property to Purchaser according to the terms of this Agreement.
10.015 No party or person other than Purchaser has any right or option to
acquire the Property or any portion thereof.
10.016 Until the date fixed for Closing, so long as this Agreement remains in
force and effect, Seller shall not encumber or convey any portion of the
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Property or any rights therein, nor enter into any agreements granting any
person or entity any rights with respect to the Property or any part thereof,
without first obtaining the written consent of Purchaser to such conveyance,
encumbrance, or agreement which consent may be withheld by Purchaser for
any reason whatsoever.
10.017 Seller represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that there is or
ever has been incinerators, septic tanks, or cesspools on the Property; all
waste, if any, is discharged into a public sanitary sewer system; Seller
represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that any pollutants are or have
been discharged from the Property, directly or indirectly into any body of water.
Seller represents that to their knowledge the Property has not been used for
the production, handling, storage, transportation, manufacture, or disposal of
hazardous or toxic substances or wastes, as such terms are defined in
applicable laws and regulations, or any other activity that would have toxic
results, and no such hazardous or toxic substances are currently used in
connection with the operation of the Property, and there is no proceeding or
inquiry by any authority with respect thereto. Seiler represents that they have
(it has) no knowledge that there is ground water contamination on the Property
or potential of ground water contamination from neighboring properties. Seller
represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that there is or ever has been
any storage tanks for gasoline, or any other substances are or were located on
the Property at any time during or prior to Seller's ownership thereof. Seller
represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that any part of the Property
has ever been used as a sanitary landfill.
10.018 Seller has no knowledge that the Property and Seller's operations
concerning the Property are in violation of any applicable Federal, State or
local statute, law or regulation, or of any notice from any governmental body
has been served upon Seller claiming any violation of any law, ordinance, code
or regulation or requiring or calling attention to the need for any work, repairs,
construction, alterations or installation on or in connection with the Property in
order to comply with any laws, ordinances, codes or regulation with which
Seller has not complied.
10.019 Seller has no knowledge of unrecorded restrictions, easements, or
rights of way (other than existing zoning regulations) that restrict or affect the
use of the Property, and there are no maintenance, construction, advertising,
management, leasing, employment, service, or other contracts affecting the
Property.
10.020 Seller has no knowledge that there are any suits, actions or arbitration,
bond issuances or proposals therefor, proposals for public improvement
assessments, pay -back agreements, paving agreements, road expansion or
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improvement agreements, utility moratoriums, use moratoriums, improvement
moratoriums, administrative or other proceedings or governmental
investigations or requirements, formal or informal, existing or pending or
threatened which affects the Property or which adversely affects Seller's ability
to perform hereunder, nor is there any other charge or expense upon or related
to the Property which has not been disclosed to Purchaser in writing prior to
the effective date of this Agreement.
10.021 Seller acknowledges and agrees that Purchaser is entering into this
Agreement based upon Seller's representations stated above and on the
understanding that Seller will not cause the zoning or physical condition of the
Property to change from its existing state on the effective date of this
Agreement up to and including the Date of Closing. Therefore, Seller agrees
not to enter into any contracts or agreements pertaining to or affecting the
Property and not to do any act or omit to perform any act which would change
the zoning or physical condition of the Property or the governmental
ordinances or laws governing same. Seller also agrees to notify Purchaser
promptly of any change in the facts contained in the foregoing representations
and of any notice or proposed change in the zoning, or any other action or
notice, that may be proposed or promulgated by any third parties or any
governmental authorities having jurisdiction of the development of the property
which may restrict or change any other condition of the Property.
10.022 At the Closing, Seller shall deliver to Purchaser a statement
(hereinafter called the "Closing Representative Statement") reasserting the
foregoing representations as of the Date of Closing, which provisions shall
survive the Closing.
10.023 Seller represents, warrants and agrees to indemnify, reimburse, defend
and hold Purchaser harmless from any and all costs (including attorney's fees)
asserted against, imposed on or incurred by Purchaser, directly or indirectly,
pursuant to or in connection with the application of any federal, state, local or
common law relating to pollution or protection of the environment which shall
be in accordance with, but not limited to, the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980, 42 U.S.C. Section 9601,
et seq., ("CERCI_.A" or "Superfund"), which was amended and upgraded by the
Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 ("SARA"), including
any amendments or successor in function to these acts. This provision and
the rights of Purchaser, hereunder, shall survive Closing and are not deemed
satisfied by conveyance of title.
10.024 Any loss and/or damage to the Property between the date of this
Agreement and the date of Closing shall be Seller's sole risk and expense.
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XI. NOTICES
11.01 Any notice, request, demand, instruction, or other communication to be
given to either party hereunder shall be in writing, sent by facsimile with
automated confirmation of receipt, or by registered, or certified mail, return receipt
requested, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
If to Purchaser: Summer Araque, Coordinator
Conservation Collier Program
Collier County Parks and Recreation Division
Public Services Department
Golden Gate Community Park
3300 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples, Florida 34116
With a copy to: Attn: Vivian Rodriguez
Collier County Real Property Management
3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 102
Naples, Florida 34112
Telephone number: 239-252-8402
Fax number: 239-252-8876
If to Seller: The Whittingham Corporation
Attn: Edward Whittingham
510 201h Ave NE
Naples, FL 34120
Telephone number: 786-572-2360
E-mail: edw20002002(c.yahoo.com
11.02 The addressees and numbers for the purpose of this Article may be changed by
either party by giving written notice of such change to the other party in the
manner provided herein. For the purpose of changing such addresses or
addressees only, unless and until such written notice is received, the last
addressee and respective address stated herein shall be deemed to continue in
effect for all purposes.
XII. REAL ESTATE BROKERS
12.01 Any and all brokerage commissions or fees shall be the sole responsibility
of the Seller. Seller shall indemnify Purchaser and hold Purchaser harmless from
and against any claim or liability for commission or fees to any broker or any other
person or party claiming to have been engaged by Seller as a real estate broker,
salesman or representative, in connection with this Agreement. Seller agrees to
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pay any and all commissions or fees at closing pursuant to the terms of a separate
agreement, if any.
XIII. MISCELLANEOUS
13.01 This Agreement may be executed in any manner of counterparts which
together shall constitute the agreement of the parties.
13.02 This Agreement and the terms and provisions hereof shall be effective as of
the date this Agreement is executed by both parties and shall inure to the benefit
of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors,
personal representatives, successors, successor trustee, and assignees
whenever the context so requires or admits.
13.03 Any amendment to this Agreement shall not bind any of the parties hereof
unless such amendment is in writing and executed and dated by Purchaser and
Seiler. Any amendment to this Agreement shall be binding upon Purchaser and
Seller as soon as it has been executed by both parties.
13.04 Captions and section headings contained in this Agreement are for
convenience and reference only; in no way do they define, describe, extend, or
limit the scope or intent of this Agreement or any provisions hereof.
13.05 All terms and words used in this Agreement, regardless of the number and
gender in which used, shall be deemed to include any other gender or number as
the context or the use thereof may require.
13 06 No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless it is in
writing signed by the party against whom it is asserted, and any waiver of any
provision of this Agreement shall be applicable only to the specific instance to
which it is related and shall not be deemed to be a continuing or future waiver as
to such provision or a waiver as to any other provision.
13.07 If any date specified in this Agreement falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal
holiday, then the date to which such reference is made shall be extended to the
next succeeding business day.
13.08 Seller is aware of and understands that the "offer" to purchase represented
by this Agreement is subject to acceptance and approval by the Board of County
Commissioners of Collier County, Florida.
13.09 if the Seller holds the Property in the form of a partnership, limited
partnership, corporation, trust, or any form of representative capacity whatsoever
for others, Seller shall make a written public disclosure, according to Chapter 286,
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Florida Statutes, under oath, of the name and address of every person having a
beneficial interest in the Property before Property held in such capacity is
conveyed to Collier County. (If the corporation is registered with the Federal
Securities Exchange Commission or registered pursuant to Chapter 517, Florida
Statutes, whose stock is for sale to the general public, it is hereby exempt from the
provisions of Chapter 286, Florida Statutes.)
13.10 This Agreement is governed and construed in accordance with the laws of
the State of Florida.
XIV. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
14.01 This Agreement and the exhibits attached hereto contain the entire
agreement between the parties, and no promise, representation, warranty, or
covenant not included in this Agreement, or any such referenced agreements has
been or is being relied upon by either party. No modification or amendment of this
Agreement shall be of any force or effect unless made in writing and executed and
dated by both Purchaser and Seller. Time is of the essence of this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have signed below.
Dated Project/Acquisition Approved by BCC:_ __
AS TO PURCHASER:
ATTEST:
CRYSTAL K. KINZEL, Clerk of the
Circuit Court and Comptroller
, Deputy Clerk
AS TO SELLER:
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DATED:
THE WHITTINGHAM CORPORATION,
a Florida corporation_
EDWA D MITTIOtHAM, President
Approved as to form and legality:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
CHRIS HALL, Chairman
Sally A. Ashkar, Assistant County Attorney
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EXHIBIT "A"
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 38845360003
The West of 105 feet of the West 180 feet of Tract 66, GOLDEN GATE ESTATES,
UNIT NO. 42, according to the plate thereof recorded in Plat Book 7, Page 27, of the
Public Records of Collier County, Florida.
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Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Program
Project Design Report
Rodriguez Property
Date: February 2024
Property Owner: Mario and Gisela Rodriguez
Folios : 38844440005 and 38845520005
Location: GOLDEN GATE EST UNIT 42 W 18OFT OF TR 56 and W 18OFT of TR 67
Size: 5.46 acres (each parcel is 2.73 acres)
Purchase Price: $158,400
History of Proiect:
Selected for the "A" category, #1
Selected for the "A"
Purchase offer
Purchase offer
priority, on the Active Acquisition
category, #1 priority, on
made to owners
accepted
List (AAL) by CCLAAC
AAL b BCC
7/14/2023
10/10/2023
11/30/2023
12/11/2023
Purpose of Proiect: Environmental Conservation — Conservation Collier Program
Program Oualifications:
Although the parcels are not adjacent, they are both within the Panther Walk Preserve Multi -parcel
Project boundary and adjacent to acquired Panther Walk Preserve property. One parcel is in the
middle section and the other is in the southern section of the Horsepen Strand. The Rodriguez
parcels met the Initial Screening Criteria identified in the Conservation Collier Ordinance, No.
2007-65, as amended, including presence of native habitat, potential for nature -based recreational
and educational opportunities, protection of water resource values and wetland dependent species
habitat, presence of significant biological/ecological values, listed species habitat, connectivity,
and restoration potential.
These parcels offer access from Wh Ave NE and 641h Ave NE off of Everglades Blvd — a paved
public road. The parcels could accommodate seasonal outdoor recreation, particularly due to their
proximity to the Panther Walk Preserve.
The parcels are part of the greater Horsepen Strand flow way and cypress and freshwater marsh.
The parcels are home to many wetland dependent species of flora and fauna including Florida
panthers that have been documented within the strand.
The parcels, when joined with many others, can protect the flow of both wildlife and water through
the Horsepen Strand.
Zoning, Growth Management and Land Use Overlays: The Panther Walk and Horsepen
Strand project parcels are entirely within the Northern Golden Gate Estates. The zoning
classification for all the parcels is Estates (E), a rural residential classification. There are no
additional land use overlays applicable.
Proiected Management Activities: No hydrologic changes are necessary to maintain wetland
characteristics on the project site. Projected management activities include the removal of invasive
plants, the development of a Land Management Plan, and continued development of public access
to selected portions of the preserve.
Estimated Management Costs:
Management
Element
2023
2024
2025
2026
2027
Exotics
$1,638
$1,092
$1,092
$1,092
$819
Signage
$200
Total
$1,838
$1,092
$1,092
$1,092
$819
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AGREEMENT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between MARIO J. RODRIGUEZ
and GISELA RODRIGUEZ, husband and wife, whose address is 135 W 57th St.,
Hialeah, FL 33012, (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Seller"), and COLLIER
COUNTY, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, its successors and assigns,
whose address is 3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 101, Naples, FL 34112 (hereinafter
referred to as "Purchaser").
VVITNESSETH
WHEREAS, Seller is the owner of that certain parcel of real property (hereinafter
referred to as "Property"), located in Collier County, State of Florida, and being more
particularly described in Exhibit "A", attached hereto and made a part hereof by
reference.
WHEREAS, Purchaser is desirous of purchasing the Property, subject to the conditions
and other agreements hereinafter set forth, and Seller is agreeable to such sale and to
such conditions and agreements.
NOW, THEREFORE, and for and in consideration of the premises and the respective
undertakings of the parties hereinafter set forth and the sum of Ten Dollars ($10.00), the
receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, it is agreed as follows:
AGREEMENT
1.01 In consideration of the purchase price and upon the terms and conditions
hereinafter set forth, Seller shall sell to Purchaser and Purchaser shall purchase
from Seller the Property, described in Exhibit "A".
II. PAYMENT OF PURCHASE PRICE
2.01 The purchase price (the "Purchase Price") for the Property shall be ONE
HUNDRED FIFTY-EIGHT THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED and 001100 DOLLARS
($158,400), (U.S. Currency) payable at time of closing.
III. CLOSING
3.01 The Closing (THE "CLOSING DATE", "DATE OF CLOSING", OR "CLOSING") of
the transaction shall be held on or before one hundred and eighty (180) days
following execution of this Agreement by the Purchaser, or within thirty (30) days of
Purchaser's receipt of all closing documents, whichever is later. The Closing shall
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be held at the office of the insuring title company or by mail. The procedure to be
followed by the parties in connection with the Closing shall be as follows:
3.011 Seller shall convey a marketable title free of any liens, encumbrances,
exceptions, or qualifications. Marketable title shall be determined according to
applicable title standards adopted by the Florida Bar and in accordance with
law. At the Closing, the Seller shall cause to be delivered to the Purchaser
the items specified herein and the following documents and instruments duly
executed and acknowledged, in recordable form:
3.0111 Warranty Deed in favor of Purchaser conveying title to the
Property, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances other than:
(a) The lien for current taxes and assessments.
(b) Such other easements, restrictions, or conditions of record.
3.0112 Combined Purchaser -Seller closing statement.
3.0113 A "Gap Tax Proration, Owner's Non -Foreign Affidavit", as
required by Section 1445 of the Internal Revenue Code and as required
by the title insurance underwriter to insure the "gap" and issue the policy
contemplated by the title insurance commitment.
3.0114 A W-9 Form, "Request for Taxpayer Identification and
Certification" as required by the Internal Revenue Service.
3.012 At the Closing, the Purchaser, or its assignee, shall cause to be delivered to
the Seller the following:
3.0121 A negotiable instrument (County Warrant) in an amount equal to
the Purchase Price. No funds shall be disbursed to Seller until the Title
Company verifies that the state of the title to the Property has not
changed adversely since the date of the last endorsement to the
commitment, referenced in Section 4.011 thereto, and the Title Company
is irrevocably committed to pay the Purchase Price to Seller and to issue
the Owner's title policy to Purchaser in accordance with the commitment
immediately after the recording of the deed.
3.0122 Funds payable to the Seller representing the cash payment due
at Closing in accordance with Article III hereof, shall be subject to
adjustment for prorations as hereinafter set forth.
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3.02 Each party shall be responsible for payment of its own attorney's fees. Seller,
at its sole cost and expense, shall pay at Closing all documentary stamp taxes due
relating to the recording of the Warranty Deed, in accordance with Chapter 201.01,
Florida Statutes, and the cost and electronic fee of recording any instruments
necessary to clear Seller's title to the Property. The cost of the Owner's Form B
Title Policy, issued pursuant to the Commitment provided for in Section 4.011
below, shall be paid by Purchaser. The cost of the title commitment shall also be
paid by Purchaser. If required by a Phase I report and desired by Purchaser,
Seller shall pay for a Phase II Environmental Assessment selected by Purchaser.
3.03 Purchaser shall
pay for the cost of
recording the Warranty Deed.
Real
Property taxes shall
be prorated based
on the current year's tax with
due
allowance made for
maximum allowable
discount, homestead and any
other
applicable exemptions and paid by Seller.
If Closing occurs at a date which
the
current year's millage
is not fixed, taxes will
be prorated based upon such
prior
year's millage.
IV. REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS
4.01 Upon execution of this Agreement by both parties or at such other time as
specified within this Article, Purchaser and/or Seller, as the case may be, shall
perform the following within the times stated, which shall be conditions precedent
to the Closing,
4.011 Within fifteen (15) days after the date hereof, Purchaser shall obtain as
evidence of title an ALTA Commitment for an Owner's Title Insurance Policy
(ALTA Form B-1970) covering the Property, together with hard copies of all
exceptions shown thereon. Purchaser shall have thirty (30) days, following
receipt of the title insurance commitment, to notify Seller in writing of any
objection to title other than liens evidencing monetary obligations, if any,
which obligations shall be paid at closing. If the title commitment contains
exceptions that make the title unmarketable, Purchaser shall deliver to the
Seller written notice of its intention to waive the applicable contingencies or to
terminate this Agreement.
4.012 If Purchaser shall fail to advise the Seller in writing of any such
objections in Seller's title in the manner herein required by this Agreement, the
title shall be deemed acceptable. Upon notification of Purchaser's objection to
title, Seller shall have thirty (30) days to remedy any defects to convey good
and marketable title at Seller's expense, except for liens or monetary
obligations which will be satisfied at Closing. Seller, at its sole expense, shall
use its best efforts to make such title good and marketable. In the event Seller
is unable to cure said objections within said time period, Purchaser, by
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providing written notice to Seller within seven (7) days after expiration of said
thirty (30) day period, may accept title as it then is, waiving any objection; or
Purchaser may terminate the Agreement. A failure by Purchaser to give such
written notice of termination within the time period provided herein shall be
deemed an election by Purchaser to accept the exceptions to title as shown in
the title commitment.
4.013 Seller agrees to furnish any existing surveys of the Property in Seller's
possession to Purchaser within ten (10) days of the effective date of this
Agreement. Purchaser shall have the option, at its own expense, to obtain a
current survey of the Property prepared by a surveyor licensed by the State of
Florida. No adjustments to the Purchase Price shall be made based upon any
change to the total acreage referenced in Exhibit "A," unless the difference in
acreage revealed by survey exceeds 5% of the overall acreage. If the survey
provided by Seller or obtained by Purchaser, as certified by a registered
Florida surveyor, shows: (a) an encroachment onto the property; or (b) that an
improvement located on the Property projects onto lands of others, or (c) lack
of legal access to a public roadway, the Purchaser shall notify the Seller in
writing of such encroachment, projection, or lack of legal access, and Seller
shall have the option of curing said encroachment or projection, or obtaining
legal access to the Property from a public roadway, within sixty (60) days of
receipt of said written notice from Purchaser. Purchaser shall have ninety (90)
days from the effective date of this Agreement to notify Seller of any such
objections. Should Seller elect not to or be unable to remove the
encroachment, projection, or provide legal access to the property within said
sixty (60) day period, Purchaser, by providing written notice to Seller within
seven (7) days after expiration of said sixty (60) day period, may accept the
Property as it then is, waiving any objection to the encroachment, or projection,
or lack of legal access, or Purchaser may terminate the Agreement. A failure
by Purchaser to give such written notice of termination within the time period
provided herein shall be deemed an election by Purchaser to accept the
Property with the encroachment, or projection, or lack of legal access.
V. INSPECTION PERIOD
5.01 Purchaser shall have one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of this
Agreement, ("Inspection Period"), to determine through appropriate investigation
that:
1. Soil tests and engineering studies indicate that the Property can be developed
without any abnormal demucking, soil stabilization or foundations.
2. There are no abnormal drainage or environmental requirements to the
development of the Property.
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3. The Property is in compliance with all applicable State and Federal environ-
mental laws and the Property is free from any pollution or contamination.
4. The Property can be utilized for its intended use and purpose in the
Conservation Collier program.
5.02 If Purchaser is not satisfied, for any reason whatsoever, with the results of
any investigation, Purchaser shall deliver to Seller prior to the expiration of the
Inspection Period, written notice of its intention to waive the applicable
contingencies or to terminate this Agreement. If Purchaser fails to notify the Seller
in writing of its specific objections as provided herein within the Inspection Period,
it shall be deemed that the Purchaser is satisfied with the results of its
investigations and the contingencies of this Article V shall be deemed waived. In
the event Purchaser elects to terminate this Agreement because of the right of
inspection, Purchaser shall deliver to Seller copies of all engineering reports and
environmental and soil testing results commissioned by Purchaser with respect to
the Property.
5.03 Purchaser and its agents, employees and servants shall, at their own risk and
expense, have the right to go upon the Property for the purpose of surveying and
conducting site analyses, soil borings and all other necessary investigation.
Purchaser shall, in performing such tests, use due care. Seller shall be notified by
Purchaser no less than twenty-four (24) hours prior to said inspection of the
Property.
VI, INSPECTION
6.01 Seller acknowledges that the Purchaser, or its authorized agents, shall have
the right to inspect the Property at any time prior to the Closing.
VII. POSSESSION
7.01 Purchaser shall be entitled to full possession of the Property at Closing.
Vill. PRORATIONS
8.01 Ad valorem taxes next due and payable, after closing on the Property, shall
be prorated at Closing based upon the gross amount of current year taxes, and
shall be paid by Seller.
IX. TERMINATION AND REMEDIES
9.01 If Seller shall have failed to perform any of the covenants and/or agreements
contained herein which are to be performed by Seller, within ten (10) days of
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written notification of such failure, Purchaser may, at its option, terminate this
Agreement by giving written notice of termination to Seller. Purchaser shall have
the right to seek and enforce all rights and remedies available at law or in equity to
a contract vendee, including the right to seek specific performance of this
Agreement.
9.02 The parties acknowledge that the remedies described herein and in the
other provisions of this Agreement provide mutually satisfactory and sufficient
remedies to each of the parties and take into account the peculiar risks and
expenses of each of the parties.
X. SELLER'S AND PURCHASER'S REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
10.01 Seller and Purchaser represent and warrant the following:
10.011 Seller and Purchaser have full right and authority to enter into and to
execute this Agreement and to undertake all actions and to perform all tasks
required of each hereunder. Seller is not presently the subject of a pending,
threatened or contemplated bankruptcy proceeding.
10.012 Seller has full right, power, and authority to own and operate the
Property, and to execute, deliver, and perform its obligations under this
Agreement and the instruments executed in connection herewith, and to
consummate the transaction contemplated hereby. All necessary
authorizations and approvals have been obtained authorizing Seller and
Purchaser to execute and consummate the transaction contemplated hereby.
At Closing, certified copies of such approvals shall be delivered to Purchaser
and/or Seller, if necessary.
10.013 The warranties set forth in this paragraph shall be true on the date of
this Agreement and as of the date of Closing. Purchaser's acceptance of a
deed to the said Property shall not be deemed to be full performance and
discharge of every agreement and obligation on the part of the Seller to be
performed pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement.
10.014 Seller represents that it has no knowledge of any actions, suits, claims,
proceedings, litigation or investigations pending or threatened against Seller, at
law, equity or in arbitration before or by any federal, state, municipal or other
governmental instrumentality that relate to this agreement or any other
property that could, if continued, adversely affect Seller's ability to sell the
Property to Purchaser according to the terms of this Agreement.
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10.015 No party or person other than Purchaser has any right or option to
acquire the Property or any portion thereof.
10.016 Until the date fixed for Closing, so long as this Agreement remains in
force and effect, Seller shall not encumber or convey any portion of the
Property or any rights therein, nor enter into any agreements granting any
person or entity any rights with respect to the Property or any part thereof,
without first obtaining the written consent of Purchaser to such conveyance,
encumbrance, or agreement which consent may be withheld by Purchaser for
any reason whatsoever.
10.017 Seller represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that there is or
ever has been incinerators, septic tanks, or cesspools on the Property; all
waste, if any, is discharged into a public sanitary sewer system, Seller
represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that any pollutants are or have
been discharged from the Property, directly or indirectly into any body of water.
Seller represents that to their knowledge the Property has not been used for
the production, handling, storage, transportation, manufacture, or disposal of
hazardous or toxic substances or wastes, as such terms are defined in
applicable laws and regulations, or any other activity that would have toxic
results, and no such hazardous or toxic substances are currently used in
connection with the operation of the Property, and there is no proceeding or
inquiry by any authority with respect thereto. Seller represents that they have
(it has) no knowledge that there is ground water contamination on the Property
or potential of ground water contamination from neighboring properties. Seller
represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that there is or ever has been
any storage tanks for gasoline, or any other substances are or were located on
the Property at any time during or prior to Seller's ownership thereof. Seller
represents that they have (it has) no knowledge that any part of the Property
has ever been used as a sanitary landfill.
10.018 Seller has no knowledge that the Property and Seller's operations
concerning the Property are in violation of any applicable Federal, State or
local statute, law or regulation, or of any notice from any governmental body
has been served upon Seller claiming any violation of any law, ordinance, code
or regulation or requiring or calling attention to the need for any work, repairs,
construction, alterations or installation on or in connection with the Property in
order to comply with any laws, ordinances, codes or regulation with which
Seller has not complied.
10.019 Seller has no knowledge of unrecorded restrictions, easements, or
rights of way (other than existing zoning regulations) that restrict or affect the
use of the Property, and there are no maintenance, construction, advertising,
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management, leasing, employment, service, or other contracts affecting the
Property.
10.020 Seller has no knowledge that there are any suits, actions or arbitration,
bond issuances or proposals therefor, proposals for public improvement
assessments, pay -back agreements, paving agreements, road expansion or
improvement agreements, utility moratoriums, use moratoriums, improvement
moratoriums, administrative or other proceedings or governmental
investigations or requirements, formal or informal, existing or pending or
threatened which affects the Property or which adversely affects Seller's ability
to perform hereunder; nor is there any other charge or expense upon or related
to the Property which has not been disclosed to Purchaser in writing prior to
the effective date of this Agreement.
10.021 Seller acknowledges and agrees that Purchaser is entering into this
Agreement based upon Seller's representations stated above and on the
understanding that Seller will not cause the zoning or physical condition of the
Property to change from its existing state on the effective date of this
Agreement up to and including the Date of Closing. Therefore, Seller agrees
not to enter into any contracts or agreements pertaining to or affecting the
Property and not to do any act or omit to perform any act which would change
the zoning or physical condition of the Property or the governmental
ordinances or laws governing same. Seller also agrees to notify Purchaser
promptly of any change in the facts contained in the foregoing representations
and of any notice or proposed change in the zoning, or any other action or
notice, that may be proposed or promulgated by any third parties or any
governmental authorities having jurisdiction of the development of the property
which may restrict or change any other condition of the Property.
10.022 At the Closing, Seller shall deliver to Purchaser a statement
(hereinafter called the "Closing Representative Statement") reasserting the
foregoing representations as of the Date of Closing, which provisions shall
survive the Closing.
10.023 Seller represents, warrants and agrees to indemnify, reimburse, defend
and hold Purchaser harmless from any and all costs (including attorney's fees)
asserted against, imposed on or incurred by Purchaser, directly or indirectly,
pursuant to or in connection with the application of any federal, state, local or
common law relating to pollution or protection of the environment which shall
be in accordance with, but not limited to, the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980, 42 U.S.C. Section 9601,
et seq., ("CERCLA" or "Superfund"), which was amended and upgraded by the
Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 ("SARA"), including
CONSERVATION COLLIER —PANTHL`rN ALK
TAX ID NUMBERS: 38845520005 and 38844440005
any amendments or successor in function to these acts. This provision and
the rights of Purchaser, hereunder, shall survive Closing and are not deemed
satisfied by conveyance of title.
10.024 Any loss and/or damage to the Property between the date of this
Agreement and the date of Closing shall be Seller's sole risk and expense.
XI. NOTICES
11.01 Any notice, request, demand, instruction, or other communication to be
given to either party hereunder shall be in writing, sent by facsimile with
automated confirmation of receipt, or by registered, or certified mail, return receipt
requested, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
If to Purchaser: Summer Araque, Coordinator
Conservation Collier Program
Collier County Parks and Recreation Division
Public Services Department
Golden Gate Community Park
3300 Santa Barbara Blvd.
Naples, Florida 34116
With a copy to: Attn: Vivian Rodriguez
Collier County Real Property Management
3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 102
Naples, Florida 34112
Telephone number: 239-252-8402
Fax number: 239-252-8876
If to Seller: Mr. & Mrs. Mario Rodriguez
135 West 571h Street
Hialeah, Florida 33012
Telephone number: 786-236-1719
E-mail: rmario@hotmail.com
11.02 The addressees and numbers for the purpose of this Article may be changed by
either party by giving written notice of such change to the other party in the
manner provided herein. For the purpose of changing such addresses or
addressees only, unless and until such written notice is received, the last
addressee and respective address stated herein shall be deemed to continue in
effect for all purposes.
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TAX ID NUMBERS 38845520005 and 38844440005
XII. REAL ESTATE BROKERS
12.01 Any and all brokerage commissions or fees shall be the sole responsibility
of the Seller. Seller shall indemnify Purchaser and hold Purchaser harmless from
and against any claim or liability for commission or fees to any broker or any other
person or party claiming to have been engaged by Seller as a real estate broker,
salesman or representative, in connection with this Agreement. Seller agrees to
pay any and all commissions or fees at closing pursuant to the terms of a separate
agreement, if any.
XIII. MISCELLANEOUS
13.01 This Agreement may be executed in any manner of counterparts which
together shall constitute the agreement of the parties.
13.02 This Agreement and the terms and provisions hereof shall be effective as of
the date this Agreement is executed by both parties and shall inure to the benefit
of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors,
personal representatives, successors, successor trustee, and assignees
whenever the context so requires or admits.
13.03 Any amendment to this Agreement shall not bind any of the parties hereof
unless such amendment is in writing and executed and dated by Purchaser and
Seller. Any amendment to this Agreement shall be binding upon Purchaser and
Seller as soon as it has been executed by both parties.
13.04 Captions and section headings contained in this Agreement are for
convenience and reference only; in no way do they define, describe, extend, or
limit the scope or intent of this Agreement or any provisions hereof.
13.05 All terms and words used in this Agreement, regardless of the number and
gender in which used, shall be deemed to include any other gender or number as
the context or the use thereof may require.
13.06 No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless it is in
writing signed by the party against whom it is asserted, and any waiver of any
provision of this Agreement shall be applicable only to the specific instance to
which it is related and shall not be deemed to be a continuing or future waiver as
to such provision or a waiver as to any other provision.
13.07 If any date specified in this Agreement falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal
holiday, then the date to which such reference is made shall be extended to the
next succeeding business day.
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13.08 Seller is aware of and understands that the "offer" to purchase represented
by this Agreement is subject to acceptance and approval by the Board of County
Commissioners of Collier County, Florida.
13.09 If the Seller holds the Property in the form of a partnership, limited
partnership, corporation, trust, or any form of representative capacity whatsoever
for others, Seller shall make a written public disclosure, according to Chapter 286,
Florida Statutes, under oath, of the name and address of every person having a
beneficial interest in the Property before Property held in such capacity is
conveyed to Collier County. (If the corporation is registered with the Federal
Securities Exchange Commission or registered pursuant to Chapter 517, Florida
Statutes, whose stock is for sale to the general public, it is hereby exempt from the
provisions of Chapter 286, Florida Statutes.)
13.10 This Agreement is governed and construed in accordance with the laws of
the State of Florida.
XIV. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
14.01 This Agreement and the exhibits attached hereto contain the entire
agreement between the parties, and no promise, representation, warranty, or
covenant not included in this Agreement, or any such referenced agreements has
been or is being relied upon by either party. No modification or amendment of this
Agreement shall be of any force or effect unless made in writing and executed and
dated by both Purchaser and Seller. Time is of the essence of this Agreement.
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CONSERVATION COLLIER - RANTHcr% WALK
TAX ID NUMBERS 38845520005 and 38844440005
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have signed below.
Dated Project/Acquisition Approved by BCC:
AS TO PURCHASER:
ATTEST:
CRYSTAL K. KINZEL, Clerk of the BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Circuit Court and Comptroller COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
BY
Deputy Clerk RICK LoCASTRO, Chairman
AS TO SELLER:
By �.
MAR J. ROD IGU Z
By: l .
.-GISELA RODR UEZ
Approved as to form and legality
Sally A Ashkar, Assistant County Attorney 41
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TAX ID NUMBERS: 38845520005 and 38844440005
EXHIBIT "A"
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:38845520005
The West 180 feet of Tract 67, Unit 42, of Golden Gate Estates, according to the plat
thereof, recorded in Plat Book 7, at Page 27, of the Public Records of Collier County,
Florida.
2.73 ACRES
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 38844440005
The West 180 feet of Tract 56, Unit 42, Golden Gate Estates, according to the plat
thereof, recorded in Plat Book 7, Page 27 of the Public Records of Collier County,
Florida.
2.73 ACRES
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Conservation Collier Initial Criteria Screening Report
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
025
Miles
MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST
DOMBROWSKI, BARBARAJ
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
�e rr,� h•r �I �s;�
Target Protection Area Parcels and Acreage: 41 parcels (103.73ac)
Applied Parcel Owner(s): Barbara Dombrowiski and McIntosh Family Trust
Folio Number(s) and Acreage (s): 38666520006 (1.14 ac) and 38664720002 (2.73 ac)
Staff Report Date: August 3, 2022; Revised February 6, 2024
Total Score: 267/400
200 160
100 50 80
0 93
6480 6080
el
1 - Ecological 2 - Human
3 - Restoration 4-
Value Value
and Vulnerability
Management
■ Awarded Points
0 Possible Points
Initial Criteria Screening Report — NGGE Scrub TPMA Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
Table of Contents
Tableof Contents......................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Summary of Property............................................................................................................................ 5
Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview.........................................................................................................5
Figure2 - Parcel Close-up.........................................................................................................................6
2.1 Summary of Property Information....................................................................................................7
Table 1— Summary of Property Information.....................................................................................7
Figure 3 - Secondary Criteria Score....................................................................................................8
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary.....................................................................................8
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates..............................................................9
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value................................................................................................9
2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10).................................
10
3. Initial Screening Criteria......................................................................................................................12
3.1 Ecological Values.............................................................................................................................
12
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities.......................................................................................................
12
Table 4. Listed Plant Species....................................................................................................
12
Figure 4 - CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities........................................................................
13
Figure 5 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System ............................................
14
Figure 6 — Palmetto prairie/scrub (left) and scrubby pine flatwoods (right) ...........................
15
Figure 7 — Depressional wetland and transitional habitats .....................................................
15
3.1.2 Wildlife Communities............................................................................................................
16
Table 5 — Listed Wildlife Detected...........................................................................................
16
Figure 8 - Wildlife Spatial Data (i.e., telemetry, roosts, etc) ....................................................
17
Figure 9 - CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness.............................................................................
18
3.1.3 Water Resources...................................................................................................................
19
Figure 10 - CLIP Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones ............................
20
Figure 11 - Collier County Soil Survey......................................................................................
21
Figure 12 LIDAR Elevation Map...............................................................................................
22
3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity........................................................................................................
23
Figure 13 - Conservation Lands...............................................................................................
23
3.2 Human Values.................................................................................................................................
24
3.2.1 Recreation.............................................................................................................................
24
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Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
3.2.2 Accessibility........................................................................................................................... 24
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement......................................................................................... 24
Figure 14 — Off -road trail leading through palmetto scrub ..................................................... 24
3.3 Restoration and Management....................................................................................................... 25
3.3.1 Vegetation Management...................................................................................................... 25
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation..................................................................................................... 25
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire............................................................................................................ 25
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security.............................................................................................. 25
3.3.3 Assistance.............................................................................................................................. 25
3.4 Vulnerability.................................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use............................................................................................................. 25
3.4.2 Development Plans............................................................................................................... 28
4. Acquisition Considerations..................................................................................................................28
5. Management Needs and Costs..............................................................................................................28
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management ................ 28
5. Potential for Matching Funds.............................................................................................................. 28
6. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form......................................................................................................... 28
7. Additional Site Photos.........................................................................................................................34
APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions ...................................... 38
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1. Introduction
The Conservation Collier Program (Program) is an environmentally sensitive land acquisition and
management program approved by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Board) in 2002
and by Collier County Voters in 2002 and 2006. The Program was active in acquisition between 2003 and
2011, under the terms of the referendum. Between 2011 and 2016, the Program was in management
mode. In 2017, the Collier County Board reauthorized Conservation Collier to seek additional lands
(2/14/17, Agenda Item 11B). On November 3, 2020, the Collier County electors approved the
Conservation Collier Re-establishment referendum with a 76.5% majority.
This Initial Criteria Screening Report (ICSR) has been prepared for the Conservation Collier Program in its
12th acquisition cycle to meet requirements specified in the Conservation Collier Implementation
Ordinance, 2002-63, as amended, and for purposes of the Conservation Collier Program. The sole
purpose of this report is to provide objective data to demonstrate how properties meet the criteria
defined by the ordinance.
The following sections characterize the property location and assessed value, elaborate on the initial and
secondary screening criteria scoring, and describe potential funding sources, appropriate use, site
improvements, and estimated management costs.
This ICSR evaluates the entire North Golden Gate Estates (NGGE) Scrub Target Protection Mailing Area
(TPMA) — a total of 41 parcels (103.73 acres). Of those parcels, two - Dombrowiski (1.14 acres) and
McIntosh Family Trust (2.73 acres) have applied to the Conservation Collier Program. At this time, all
individual parcels within the NGGE Scrub TPMA must be evaluated by the Conservation Collier Land
Acquisition Advisory Committee (CCLAAC) and placed on the recommended Conservation Collier Active
Acquisition List for Board consideration.
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2. Summary of Property
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Miles
Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview
CON ATION
L L I E R
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Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
Miles
[ MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST
DOMBROWISKI, BARBARAJ
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
Figure 2 - Parcel Close-up
CON 5-E-RWATION
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Initial Criteria Screening Report — NGGE Scrub TPMA
Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr
2.1 Summary of Property Information
Table 1 — Summary of Property Information
Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
Characteristic
Value
Comments
Dombrowiski &
Name
McIntosh Family
Barbara Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Trust
Trust
Folio Number
38666520006;38664720002
Target Protection
Northern Golden
Area
Gate Estates Scrub
Total project area contains 41 parcels that total 103.73
1.14 acres and
Size
acres; currently have 2 parcels in application that total 3.87
2.73 acres
acres.
Section, Township,
and Range
Sec 5, Twn 48, R28
Zoning
Category/TDRs
E
Estates
Existing structures
None
Adjoining properties
Residential
Low -density, single-family homes
and their Uses
Development Plans
Submitted
None
Known Property
None known
Irregularities
Other County Dept
None known
Interest
Initial Criteria Screening Report — NGGE Scrub TPMA Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
Total Score: 267/400
180 160
160
140
120
100 93
80 80 80
80 64 60
60 50
40
20
0
1 - Ecological Value 2 - Human Value 3 - Restoration and 4 - Vulnerability
Management
■ Awarded Points ❑ Possible Points
Figure 3 - Secondary Criteria Score
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary
Criteria
Awarded Weighted
Points
Possible Weighted
Points
Awarded/Possible
Points
1 - Ecological Value
93
160
58%
1.1 - Vegetative Communities
45
53
85%
1.2 - Wildlife Communities
11
27
40%
1.3 - Water Resources
11
27
40%
1.4 - Ecosystem Connectivity
27
53
50%
2 - Human Values
50
80
63%
2.1 - Recreation
17
34
50%
2.2 - Accessibility
30
34
88%
2.3 - Aesthetics/Cultural
Enhancement
3
11
25%
3 - Restoration and Management
64
80
80%
3.1 - Vegetation Management
55
55
100%
3.2 - Remediation and Site
Security
9
23
40%
3.3 - Assistance
0
2
0%
4 - Vulnerability
60
80
75%
4.1 - Zoning and Land Use
56
58
96%
4.2 - Development Plans
4
22
20%
Total
267
400
67%
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Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates
The interest being appraised is fee simple "as is" for the purchase of the site. A value of the parcels was
estimated using only one of the three traditional approaches to value, the sales comparison approach.
It is based on the principal of substitution that an informed purchaser would pay no more for the rights
in acquiring a particular real property than the cost of acquiring, without undue delay, an equally
desirable one. Three properties were selected for comparison, each with similar site characteristics,
utility availability, zoning classification and road access. No inspection was made of the properties or
comparables used in this report and the Real Estate Services Department staff relied upon information
solely provided by program staff. The valuation conclusion is limited only by the reported assumptions
and conditions that no other known or unknown adverse conditions exist.
If the Board of County Commissioners choose to acquire these properties, an appraisal by an
independent Real Estate Appraiser will be obtained at that time. Pursuant to the Conservation Collier
Purchase Policy, one appraisal is required for the parcels, which have an initial valuation less than
$500,000; 1 independent Real Estate Appraiser will value the subject properties and that appraisal report
will be used to determine the offer amount for the subject properties.
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value
Property owner
Address
Acreage
Assessed
EstimatedValue*
Value**
Barbara Dombrowiski
No address
1.14
$35,853
TBD
McIntosh Family Trust
No address
2.73
$85,859
TBD
* Assessed Value is obtained from the Property Appraiser's Website. The Assessed Value is based off
the current use of the property.
**The Estimated Market Value for the two parcels will be obtained from the Collier County Real Estate
Services Department before the CCLAAC ranking meeting on March 6, 2024.
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Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10)
Location Description: NGGE Scrub Target Protection Mailing Area (TPMA). Properties are located in North
Golden Gate Estates south of Immokalee Rd., east of Everglades Blvd., and between 541h Ave. NE and 481h Ave.
NE.
Property Description
Owner
Address and/or Folio
Acreage
Multiple (see map)
Multiple (see map)
41 parcels; 103.7 ac.
This ISC covers the entirety of the TPMA for the NGGE Scrub Area.
Nominations to the Conservation Collier Program are based on satisfying at least two of the initial screening
criteria below. Qualified sites shall then be further prioritized by secondary evaluative criteria.
1. Does the property contain native plant communities? If yes, are any of the following unique and
endangered plant communities present on the property? (Ord. 2002-63, Sec 10(1)(a)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Scrubby Flatwoods, Mixed Shrub Wetland, Cypress
Ordinance Plant Community
Corresponding Priority Natural Community
(Florida Cooperative Land Cover System)
Presence
Tropical Hardwood Hammock
Upland Hardwood Forest
❑
Xeric Oak Scrub
Scrub
❑
Coastal Strand
Coastal Upland
❑
Native Beach
Coastal Upland
❑
Xeric Pine
Scrub/Pine Flatwood
Riverine Oak
-
❑
High Marsh (Saline)
Coastal Wetland
❑
Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Coastal Wetland
❑
Other Native Habitats
2. Does the property offer significant human social values, such as equitable geographic distribution,
appropriate access for nature -based recreation, and enhancement of the aesthetic setting of Collier
County? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(b)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
These properties may be accessed from several roads between 541h Ave NE and— 501h Ave NE off Everglades
Boulevard North. The parcels offer land -based opportunities for natural resource -based recreation consistent
with the goals of this program, including but not limited to, environmental education, hiking, and nature
photography.
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Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
Does the property offer opportunities for protection of water resource values, including aquifer recharge,
water quality enhancement, protection of wetland dependent species habitat, and flood control? Ord.
2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(c)
Yes ❑ No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
The parcels contribute minimally to aquifer recharge and only a few small area of wetlands occur on a few of
the parcels.
Does the property offer significant biological values, including biodiversity, listed species habitat,
connectivity, restoration potential and ecological quality? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(d)
Yes ❑ No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
The native plant communities present within these parcels provide habitat for a suite of upland dependent
species and wildlife including the gopher tortoise, Florida panther, and black bear.
3. Does the property enhance and/or protect the environmental value of current conservation lands through
function as a buffer, ecological link or habitat corridor? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(e)
Yes ❑ No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Parcels are not adjacent to conservation lands and do not provide an ecological link to conservation lands.
Any qualified land which meets at least two of the above criteria and has matching funds available and/or
which Conservation Collier funds availability would leverage a significantly higher funding rank in another
acquisition program. Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(f)
Is the property within the boundary of another agency's acquisition project?
Yes ❑ No ❑
If yes, will use of Conservation Collier funds significantly increase the rank or funding priority of the parcel
for the other agency's acquisition program?
Yes ❑ No ❑
MEETS INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA
❑Yes ❑No
The properties satisfy 3 initial screening criteria
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3. Initial Screening Criteria
3.1 Ecological Values
Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities
The properties contain three major vegetative communities with considerable overlap of species. The
primary community is scrubby flatwoods. This community is characterized by a sparse canopy of
Florida slash pine (Pinus elliottii var. densa) which skew towards younger age classes. The midstory is
notably absent, minus the occasional winged sumac (Rhus copallinum). The understory and
groundcover are comprised of clumps of saw palmetto (Serenoa repens), dwarf live oak (Quercus
minima), muscadine grape (Vitis rotundifolia), various grasses, and patches of bare sand.
The second most common community present is palmetto prairie/scrub. This community lacks a
canopy or midstory and is characterized by large patches of low (<3ft) saw palmetto with interspersed
rusty lyonia (Lyonia ferruginea), dwarf live oak, and grasses. Saw palmetto on these properties have
historically been roller chopped by the Florida Forest Service as part of their fuel reduction practices.
The scrubby flatwoods and palmetto scrub on these parcels have been identified by the Critical Lands
and Waters Identification Project as Priority 1 Natural Communities (Figure 4).
There are two areas of depressional wetland ringed by cypress (Taxodium sp.), coastal plain willow
(Salix caroliniana), swamp fern (Blechnum serrulatum), and dominated by pickerel weed (Pontedaria
cordata) in the deepest portions. The transitional zone between the wetland and scrubby flatwood
includes areas of hydric pine flatwood and wet prairie communities. Additional species found in these
areas include laurel oak (Quercus laurifolia), wax myrtle (Myrica cerifera), cabbage palm (Saba)
palmetto) and various sedges and grasses.
The upland communities have distinctly low invasive plant infestations, primarily single Brazilian
peppers (Schinus terebinthifolius) and small patches of cogon grass (Imperata cylindrica) but the
transitional areas between wet and dry have a high infestation of mature melaleuca (Melaleuca
quinquefolia).
*The Dombrowiski and McIntosh Family Trust parcels contain the deepest parts of the wetlands.
Table 4. Listed Plant Species
Common Name
Scientific Name
State Status
Federal Status
Cardinal airplant
Tillandsia fasciculata
State Threatened
n/a
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b
54TH AVE NE
I
AVE NE
Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
0 0.25 0.5
Miles
0 MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST
DOMBROWISKI, BARBARA J
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities
Priority 1 (highest)
Priority 2
Priority 3
Priority 4
Figure 4 - CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities
54TH AVE NE
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MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST
DOMBROWISKI, BARBARAJ
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
Land Cover
Canal
Cultural - Lacustrine
Cypress
High Intensity Urban
Hydric Pine Flatwoods
Marshes
Mesic Flatwoods
Mixed Scrub -Shrub Wetland
Miles
Palmetto Prairie
Residential, Low Density
Rural Open
Scrubby Flatwoods
Shrub and Brushland
Transportation
_ Urban Open Land
Figure 5 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System
CON W, ATION
C LLIER
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Figure 6 — Palmetto prairie/scrub (left) and scrubby pine flatwoods (right)
Figure 7 — Depressional wetland and transitional habitats
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3.1.2 Wildlife Communities
The scrubby pine flatwoods on site provide potential habitat for listed species such as the Florida
panther (Puma concolor coryi), eastern indigo snake (Drymarchon couperi), gopher tortoise (Gopherus
polyphemus), red -cockaded woodpecker (Leuconotopicus borealis), and Florida scrub jay (Aphelocoma
coerulescens). Although not documented on the parcel Florida panther are known to frequent the
nearby Panther Walk Preserve (approximately one mile northwest) and are assumed present on the
parcel. Florida black bear (Ursus americanus floridanus), coyote (Canis latrans), bobcat (Lynx rufus),
white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus), and threatened Big Cypress fox squirrel (Sciurus niger
avicennia) have been reported on the property by a resident on 52nd Ave NE. This site provides
nesting habitat for the migratory swallow-tailed kite (Elanoides fortificatus), bobwhite quail (Colinus
virginianus), wild turkey (Meleagris gallipavo), and endangered crested caracara (Caracara cheriway),
among a diversity of other resident breeding bird species. The wetlands on site, including the roadside
swale, provide habitat for many wading birds including threatened wood storks (Mycteria americana)
and little blue herons (Egretta caerulea).
Table S — Listed Wildlife Detected
Common Name
Scientific Name
State Status
Federal Status
Mode of Detection
Big Cypress fox
Sciurus niger
Threatened
n/a
Observed by neighbor
squirrel
avicennia
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Miles
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub
Florida Panther Mortality
Florida Panther Telemetry
Black Bear Telemetry
Figure 8 - Wildlife Spotiol Data (i.e., telemetry, roosts, etc)
CON'- , AT[ON
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Co fer County
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Miles
® MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST
DOMBROWISKI, BARBARA J
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
VALUE
1 species
2-4 species
5-6 species
7 species
8-13 species
Figure 9 - CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness
COHSE-Iff' ATION
C LLIER
Ca er Comity
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3.1.3 Water Resources
Aside from the wetlands found on the Dombrowiski and McIntosh Trust parcels, these properties do not
strongly contribute to aquifer recharge or protect wellfields in the area. They have non-hydric soils and
are drained by roadside swales and the Faka-Union Canal which runs along the eastern boundary. Some
onsite water attenuation occurs during periods of heavy rain but there are few wetland indicators which
suggests a short hydroperiod. The wetter portions of these parcels contain depressional soils with Boca,
Riviera, limestone substratum and Copeland fine sands. The depressional wetlands and swales provide
habitat for aquatic species and wading birds that prey on them.
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Q MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST Priority 3
DOMBROWISKI, BARBARAJ L Priority 4
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA Priority 5
Wellfield Protection Zones 0 Priority 6
1-YEAR
2-YEAR
5-YEAR
- - _ 20-YEAR
CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge
Priority 1- HIGHEST
Priority 2
Figure 10 - CLIP Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones
CON IR, ATION
C LLIER
Co er Comity �* `,
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Miles
MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST
DOMBROWISKI, BARBARAJ
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
Collier County Soils
BASINGER FINE SAND
BOCA, RIVIERA, LIMESTONE SUBSTRATUM
AND COPELAND FS, DEPRESSIONAL
HOLOPAW AND OKEELANTA SOILS,
DEPRESSIONAL
IMMOKALEE FINE SAND
MALABAR FINE SAND
OLDSMAR FINE SAND
Figure 11 - Collier County Soil Survey
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MCINTOSH FAMILY TRUST
DOMBROWISKI, BARBARAJ
= Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
LIDAR 2020
Value
High : 104.644
Low: -4.11745
Figure 12 LIDAR Elevation Mop
CON lit, ATION
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3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity
These parcels are not directly connected to any designated conservation areas, however the low -
density nature of development in this neighborhood allows wildlife to move relatively unimpeded
across the landscape (Figure 13). Although there are no black bear telemetry points recorded near the
parcels, neighbors have reported seeing them (Figure 8). Florida panthers have been repeatedly
documented at the Panther Walk Preserve approximately one mile to the northwest.
Miles
MEEWWS"PPMNLWTRUST
DOMBROUNSKI, BARBARAJ
Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub TPMA
Conservation Collier Preserve
Managed Conservation Areas
Other Conservation Areas
Figure 13 - Conservation Lands
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3.2 Human Values
3.2.1 Recreation
Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
Unlike most preserves in the area, these parcels provide opportunity to create trails that are dry year-
round. A network of ATV trails crisscrosses the parcels and with minimal adjustments can be converted
to thousands of feet of hiking and mountain biking loops. Visitors can access the Faka-Union Canal to
fish from the eastern parcels.
3.2.2 Accessibility
Street parking is available along 50th-54th Ave NE. These parcels are accessible to pedestrians and
cyclists coming from the surrounding neighborhood. Most of these parcels are high elevation and
accessible for recreation year-round.
*The Dombrowiski and McIntosh Family Trust parcels contain deep wetlands off their respective access
roads so would only be suitable for seasonal recreation.
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement
The open landscape and unique habitat present on these parcels has a distinct aesthetic that will
appeal to visitors who are accustomed to hiking in denser woodlands.
Figure 14 — Off -road trail leading through palmetto scrub
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3.3 Restoration and Management
Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
3.3.1 Vegetation Management
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation
Approximately 10-20% of the parcels are covered with invasive vegetation — primarily melaleuca
surrounding the wetland and some scattered Brazilian pepper and cogon grass.
*The Dombrowiski parcel is approximately 40% infested and the McIntosh Family Trust parcel is
approximately 10% infested.
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire
The parcels contain fire dependent communities and are compatible with prescribed burning. Fuel
reduction via roller chopping by the Florida Forest Service has protected these communities from
woody encroachment, invasive species infestations, and saw palmetto and cabbage palm overgrowth.
Reintroduction of fire would consume roller chopped debris, which in turn would promote increased
diversity and promote germination of scrubby plant species. Established off -road trails are bare
mineral soil and may serve as effective fire breaks.
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security
There are numerous off -road vehicle trails crossing the parcels. Historically, attempts to prevent off-
roader trespass have been ineffective, expensive, and have resulted in additional vegetation damage
as trespassers have cut new trails to circumvent the installed barriers. Instead of total prevention, the
best method to mitigate further damage may be to attempt to restrict off-roaders to already
established trails.
3.3.3 Assistance
Based on past investments in fuel reduction, it is likely that the Florida Forest Service would assist with
prescribed burning on the parcel.
3.4 Vulnerability
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use
The parcels are Zoned as Estates. Estates zoning provides lands for low density residential
development in a semi -rural to rural environment, with limited agricultural activities. Allowable density
is 1 unit per 2.25 acres, or 1 unit per lot if under 2.25 acres. In addition to low density residential
density with limited agricultural activities, the E district is also designed to accommodate as
Conditional Uses, Development that provides services for and is compatible with the low density
residential, semi -rural and rural character of the E district. The upland nature of the majority of these
parcels makes them especially desirable for development.
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DOMBROWISKI, BARBARA J
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Zoning General
Figure 15 —Zoning
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Future Land Use
Estates Desingation
Figure 16 —Future Land Use
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3.4.2 Development Plans
Individual parcels within this area are being rapidly developed. This patchy development threatens the
ability to preserve contiguous swaths of habitat.
4. Acquisition Considerations
Staff would like to bring the following items to the attention of the Advisory Committee during the review of this
property. The following does not affect the scoring. The following are items that will be addressed in the
Executive Summary to the Board of County Commissioners if this property moves forward for ranking.
None.
5. Management Needs and Costs
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management
Management
Initial Cost
Annual
Comments
Element
Recurring Cost
$350/acre initial, $150/acre recurring. Low overall
Invasive Vegetation
$35,000.00
$15,000.00
costs are predicted due to the low infestation levels
Removal
and high accessibility
Native Plant
$5000.00
,
$0.00
Strategically planted trees to influence the path of off -
Installation
road vehicles
Trail/Firebreak
Installation and
$5,000.00
$1,000.00
Connecting established trails and installing firebreaks
Maintenance
along property boundaries
Interpretive Signage
$1,000.00
$0.00
Total
$46,000.00
$16,000.00
5. Potential for Matching Funds
There are no known matching funds or partnership opportunities for acquisition in this area.
6. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form
Property Name: Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub
Target Protection Mailing Area: Northern Golden Gate Estates Scrub
Folio(s):
Secondary Criteria Scoring
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
percentage
1- Ecological Value
160
93
58
2 - Human Value
80
50
63
3 -Restoration and Management
80
64
80
4 - Vulnerability
80
60
75
TOTAL SCORE
400
267
67
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1 - ECOLOGICAL VALUES (40% of total)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
1.1 VEGETATIVE COMMUNITIES
200
170
1.1.1 - Priority natural communities (Select highest score)
a. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 1 communities (1130 - Rockland
Hammock, 1210 - Scrub, 1213 - Sand Pine Scrub, 1214 - Coastal Scrub,
scrubby
1312 - Scrubby Flatwoods, 1610 - Beach Dune, 1620 - Coastal Berm, 1630
100
100
flatwoods
- Coastal Grasslands, 1640 - Coastal Strand, or 1650 - Maritime
Hammock)
b. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 2 communities (22211 - Hydric Pine
Flatwoods, 2221 - Wet Flatwoods, or 1311- Mesic Flatwoods)
60
c. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 3 communities (5250 - Mangrove Swamp,
or 5240 - Salt Marsh)
50
d. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 4 communities (5250 - Mangrove
Swamp)
25
1.1.2 - Plant community diversity (Select the highest score)
scrubby
a. Parcel has >_ 3 CLC native plant communities (Florida Cooperative Land
flatwoods,
Cover Classification System native plant communities)
20
20
cypress,
palmetto
prairie
b. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC native plant communities
10
c. Parcel has 0 CLC native plant communities
0
1.1.3 - Listed plant species (excluding commercially exploited species)
(Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_5 CLC listed plant species
30
b. Parcel has 3-4 CLC listed plant species
20
c. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC listed plant species
10
10
Tillandsia
fasciculata
d. Parcel has 0 CLC listed plant species
0
1.1.4 - Invasive Plant Infestation (Select highest score)
a. 0 - 10% infestation
50
b. 10 - 25% infestation
40
40
c. 25 - 50% infestation
30
d. 50 - 75% infestation
20
e. >_75% infestation
10
1.2 - WILDLIFE COMMUNITIES
100
40
1.2.1- Listed wildlife species (Select the highest score)
a. Listed wildlife species documented on the parcel
80
b. Listed wildlife species documented on adjacent property
60
c CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness >_5 species
40
40
d. No listed wildlife documented near parcel
0
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1.2.2 - Significant wildlife habitat (Rookeries, roosts, denning sites,
nesting grounds, high population densities, etc) (Select highest score)
a. Parcel protects significant wildlife habitat (Please describe)
20
b. Parcel enhances adjacent to significant wildlife habitat (Please
describe)
10
c. Parcel does not enhance significant wildlife habitat
0
0
1.3 - WATER RESOURCES
100
40
1.3.1- Aquifer recharge (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is located within a wellfield protection zone or within a CLIP4
Aquifer Recharge Priority 1 area
40
b. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 2 or 3 area
30
c. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 4 or 5 area
20
20
d. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 6 area
0
1.3.2 - Surface Water Protection (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an Outstanding
Florida Waterbody
30
b. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for a creek, river, lake,
canal or other surface water body
20
c. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an identified
flowway
15
d. Wetlands exist on site
10
10
e. Parcel does not provide opportunities for surface water quality
enhancement
0
1.3.3 - Floodplain Management (Select all that apply)
a. Parcel has depressional or slough soils
10
10
b. Parcel has known history of flooding and is likely to provide onsite
water attenuation
10
c. Parcel provides storm surge buffering
10
d. Parcel does not provide floodplain management benefits
0
1.4 - ECOSYSTEM CONNECTIVITY
200
100
1.4.1- Acreage (Select Highest Score)
a. Parcel is >_ 300 acres
150
b. Parcel is >_ 100 acres
100
100
b. Parcel is >_ 50 acres
75
c. Parcel is >_ 25 acres
25
d. Parcel is >_ 10 acres
15
e. Parcel is < 10 acres
0
1.4.2 - Connectivity (Select highest score)
a. Parcel is immediately contiguous with conservation lands
50
b. Parcel is not immediately contiguous, but parcels between it and
nearby conservation lands are undeveloped
25
c. Parcel is isolated from conservation land
0
0
ECOLOGICAL VALUES TOTAL POINTS
600
350
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ECOLOGICAL VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*160) 160 93
2 - HUMAN VALUES (20%)
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
Comments
2.1 - RECREATION
120
60
2.1.1- Compatible recreation activities (Select all that apply)
a. Hunting
20
b. Fishing
20
c. Water -based recreation (paddling, swimming, etc)
20
d. Biking
20
20
e. Equestrian
20
20
f. Passive natural -resource based recreation (Hiking, photography,
wildlife watching, environmental education, etc)
20
20
g. Parcel is incompatible with nature -based recreation
0
2.2 - ACCESSIBILITY
120
105
2.2.1- Seasonality (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation year-round
20
20
b. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation seasonally
10
c. Parcel is inaccessible for land -based recreation
0
2.2.2 - Vehicle access (Select the highest score)
a. Public access via paved road
50
50
b. Public access via unpaved road
30
c. Public access via private road
20
d. No public access
0
2.2.3 - Parking Availability (Select the highest score)
a. Minor improvements necessary to provide on -site parking
40
b. Major improvements necessary to provide on -site parking (Requires
site development plan)
25
25
b. Public parking available nearby or on adjacent preserve
20
c. Street parking available
10
d. No public parking available
0
2.2.4 - Pedestrian access (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is easily accessible to pedestrians (within walking distance of
housing development)
10
10
b. Parcel is not easily accessible to pedestrians
0
2.3 - AESTHETICS/CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT
40
10
2.3.1- Aesthetic/cultural value (Choose all that apply)
a. Mature/outstanding native vegetation
5
b. Scenic vistas
5
c. Frontage enhances aesthetics of public thoroughfare
10
10
d. Archaeological/historical structures present
15
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e. Other (Please describe)
5
f. None
0
HUMAN VALUES TOTAL SCORE
280
175
HUMAN VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*80)
80
50
3 - RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT (20%)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
3.1 - VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
120
120
3.1.1- Invasive plant management needs (Select the highest score)
a. Minimal invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore and
maintain native plant communities (<30%)
100
100
b. Moderate invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore
and maintain native plant communities (30-65%)
75
c. Major invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore and
maintain native plant communities (>65%)
50
d. Major invasive/nuisance plant management and replanting necessary
to restore and maintain native plant communities (>65%)
25
e. Restoration of native plant community not feasible
0
3.1.2 - Prescribed fire necessity and compatibility (Select the highest
score)
a. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is compatible
with prescribed fire or parcel does not contain fire dependent plant
20
20
communities
b. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is incompatible
with prescribed fire
0
3.2 - REMEDIATION AND SITE SECURITY
50
20
3.2.1- Site remediation and human conflict potential (Dumping,
contamination, trespassing, vandalism, other) (Select the highest score)
a. Minimal site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
50
b. Moderate site remediation or human conflict issues predicted (Please
ATV
describe)
20
20
trespass
c. Major site remediation or human conflict issues predicted (Please
describe)
5
d. Resolving site remediation or human conflict issues not feasible
0
3.3 - ASSISTANCE
5
0
3.3.1- Management assistance by other entity
a. Management assistance by other entity likely
5
b. Management assistance by other entity unlikely
0
0
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT TOTAL SCORE
175
140
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded
Points/Possible Points*80)
80
64
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4 - VULNERABILITY (20%)
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
Comments
4.1 - ZONING AND LAND USE
130
125
4.1.1- Zoning and land use designation (Select the highest score)
a. Zoning allows for Single Family, Multifamily, industrial or commercial
100
100
b. Zoning allows for density of no greater than 1 unit per 5 acres
75
c. Zoning allows for agricultural use /density of no greater than 1 unit per
40 acres
50
d. Zoning favors stewardship or conservation
0
4.1.2 - Future Land Use Type (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel designated Urban
30
b. Parcel designated Estates, Rural Fringe Receiving and Neutral,
Agriculture
25
25
c. Parcel designated Rural Fringe Sending, Rural Lands Stewardship Area
5
d. Parcel is designated Conservation
0
4.2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANS
50
10
4.2.1- Development plans (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has been approved for development
20
b. SFWMD and/or USACOE permit has been applied for or SDP
application has been submitted
15
c. Parcel has no current development plans
0
0
4.2.2 - Site characteristics amenable to development (Select all that
apply)
a. Parcel is primarily upland
10
10
b. Parcel is along a major roadway
10
c. Parcel is >10 acres
5
d. Parcel is within 1 mile of a current or planned commercial or multi -unit
residential development
5
VULNERABILITY TOTAL SCORE
180
135
VULNERABILITY WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible Points*80)
80
60
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7. Additional Site Photos
Saw palmetto, dwarf live oak, and slash pine community
Roller chopped saw palmetto
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Saw palmetto prairie/scrub and scrubby flatwoods
Scrubby pine flatwoods with development
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Wetlands from within the Dombrowiski parcel
Wetlands from within the McIntosh Family Trust parcel
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Scrubby Flatwoods from within the McIntosh Family Trust parcel
Aerial photo of southwestern side of project area looking north — red lines are approximate boundaries of TPMA
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APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions
This report makes use of data layers from the Florida Natural Areas Inventory and University of Florida
Critical Lands and Waters Identification Project (CLIP4). CLIP4 is a collection of spatial data that identify
statewide priorities for a broad range of natural resources in Florida. It was developed through a
collaborative effort between the Florida Areas Natural Inventory (FNAI), the University of Florida
GeoPlan Center and Center for Landscape Conservation Planning, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC). It is used in the Florida Forever Program to evaluate properties for
acquisition. CLIP4 is organized into a set of core natural resource data layers which are representative
of 5 resource categories: biodiversity, landscapes, surface water, groundwater and marine. The first 3
categories have also been combined into the Aggregated layer, which identifies 5 priority levels for
natural resource conservation.
Below is a description of each of the three CLIP4 data layers used in this report.
Figure 4 - CLIP4 Prioritv Natural Communities
Consists of 12 priority natural community types: upland glades, pine rocklands, seepage slopes, scrub,
sandhill, sandhill upland lakes, rockland hammock, coastal uplands, imperiled coastal lakes, dry prairie,
upland pine, pine flatwoods, upland hardwood forest, or coastal wetlands. These natural communities
are prioritized by a combination of their heritage global status rank (G-rank) and landscape context,
based on the Land Use Intensity Index (subset of CLIP Landscape Integrity Index) and FNAI Potential
Natural Areas. Priority 1 includes G1-G3 communities with Very High or High landscape context.
Priority 2 includes G1-G3 Medium and G4 Very High/High. Priority 3 includes G4 Medium and G5 Very
High/High. Priority 5 is G5 Medium.
This data layer was created by FNAI originally to inform the Florida Forever environmental land
acquisition program. The natural communities were mapped primarily based on the FNAI/FWC
Cooperative Land Cover (CLC) data layer, which is a compilation of best -available land cover data for
the entire state. The CLC is based on both remote -sensed (from aerial photography, primarily from
water management district FLUCCS data) and ground-truthed (from field surveys on many
conservation lands) data.
Fieure 9 - Potential Habitat Richness CLIP4 Ma
This CLIP version 4.0 data layer is unchanged from CLIP v3.0. FWC Potential Habitat Richness. Because
SHCAs do not address species richness, FWC also developed the potential habitat richness layer to
identify areas of overlapping vertebrate species habitat. FWC created a statewide potential habitat
model for each species included in their analysis. In some cases, only a portion of the potential habitat
was ultimately designated as SHCA for each species. The Potential Habitat Richness layer includes the
entire potential habitat model for each species and provides a count of the number of species habitat
models occurring at each location. The highest number of focal species co-occurring at any location in
the model is 13.
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Initial Criteria Screening Report — NGGE Scrub TPMA Folio Number(s): 38666520006; 38664720002
Owner Name(S): Dombrowiski & McIntosh Family Tr Date: 8/3/2022; Rev. 2/6/2024
Figure 10 - CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones
High priorities indicate high potential for recharge to an underlying aquifer system (typically the
Floridan aquifer but could be intermediate or surficial aquifers in some portions of the state). The
highest priorities indicate high potential for recharge to springs or public water supplies. This figure
also includes Wellfield Protection Zones. Collier County Wellfield Protection Zones are referenced in
the Land Development Code and updated in 2010 by Pollution Control and Prevention Department
Staff. The public water supply wellfields, identified in section 3.06.06 and permitted by the SFWMD for
potable water to withdraw a minimum of 100,000 average gallons per day (GPD), are identified as
protected wellfields, around which specific land use and activity (regulated development) shall be
regulated under this section.
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Conservation Collier
Initial Criteria Screening Report
Ramoski Trust Parcel
Owner Name: WL Ramoski Rev Living Trust
Size: 0.40 acres
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Staff Report Date: February 7, 2024
Total Score:
167/400
200 160
80
80
69 80
100
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3 - Restoration 4 -
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❑ Possible Points
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Owner Name: Ramoski Trust Date: February 6, 2024
Table of Contents
Tableof Contents......................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Summary of Property............................................................................................................................ 5
Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview.........................................................................................................5
Figure 2 — Marco Island Cycle 12 TPMA...................................................................................................6
Figure3 - Parcel Close-up.........................................................................................................................7
2.1 Summary of Property Information....................................................................................................8
Table 1— Summary of Property Information.....................................................................................8
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score....................................................................................................9
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary.....................................................................................9
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates...........................................................
10
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value.............................................................................................
10
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays .................................................
10
2.3 Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10)......................................................
11
3. Initial Screening Criteria......................................................................................................................13
3.1 Ecological Values.............................................................................................................................
13
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities.......................................................................................................
13
Figure 5 - CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities........................................................................
14
Figure 6 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System ............................................
15
Figure 7 — View of parcel looking north...................................................................................
16
Figure 8 — View of northern edge of parcel.............................................................................
16
3.1.2 Wildlife Communities............................................................................................................
17
Table 4— Listed Wildlife Detected...........................................................................................
17
Figure 9 - Wildlife Spatial Data (i.e., telemetry, roosts, etc) ....................................................
18
Figure 10 - CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness...........................................................................
19
Figure 11— Potentially occupied gopher tortoise burrow .......................................................
20
3.1.3 Water Resources...................................................................................................................
21
Figure 12 - CLIP Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones ............................
22
Figure 13 - Collier County Soil Survey......................................................................................
23
Figure 14 - LIDAR Elevation Map.............................................................................................
24
3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity........................................................................................................
25
Figure 15 - Conservation Lands...............................................................................................
26
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Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
3.2 Human Values.................................................................................................................................
27
3.2.1 Recreation.............................................................................................................................
27
3.2.2 Accessibility...........................................................................................................................
27
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement.........................................................................................
27
3.3 Restoration and Management.......................................................................................................
27
3.3.1 Vegetation Management......................................................................................................
27
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation.....................................................................................................
27
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire............................................................................................................
27
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security..............................................................................................
27
3.3.3 Assistance..............................................................................................................................
28
3.4 Vulnerability....................................................................................................................................
28
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use.............................................................................................................
28
3.4.2 Development Plans...............................................................................................................
28
Figure16—Zoning...................................................................................................................
29
Figure17 —Future Land Use....................................................................................................
30
4. Acquisition Considerations....................................................................................................................
31
5. Management Needs and Costs..............................................................................................................31
Table 5 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management ................
31
6. Potential for Matching Funds..............................................................................................................31
7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form.........................................................................................................32
8. Additional Site Photos.........................................................................................................................38
APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions......................................42
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Owner Name: Ramoski Trust Date: February 6, 2024
1. Introduction
The Conservation Collier Program (Program) is an environmentally sensitive land acquisition and
management program approved by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Board) in 2002
and by Collier County Voters in 2002 and 2006. The Program was active in acquisition between 2003 and
2011, under the terms of the referendum. Between 2011 and 2016, the Program was in management
mode. In 2017, the Collier County Board reauthorized Conservation Collier to seek additional lands
(2/14/17, Agenda Item 11B). On November 3, 2020, the Collier County electors approved the
Conservation Collier Re-establishment referendum with a 76.5% majority.
This Initial Criteria Screening Report (ICSR) has been prepared for the Conservation Collier Program in its
12th acquisition cycle to meet requirements specified in the Conservation Collier Implementation
Ordinance, 2002-63, as amended, and for purposes of the Conservation Collier Program. The sole
purpose of this report is to provide objective data to demonstrate how properties meet the criteria
defined by the ordinance.
The following sections characterize the property location and assessed value, elaborate on the initial and
secondary screening criteria scoring, and describe potential funding sources, appropriate use, site
improvements, and estimated management costs.
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2. Summary of Property
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Folio Number(s): 57800240000
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2.1 Summary of Property Information
Table 1 — Summary of Property Information
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
Characteristic
Value
Comments
Name
Ramoski Trust
W L Ramoski Rev Living Trust
Folio Numbers
57800240000
511 S. Barfield Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145
Target Protection
Urban
Marco Island Target Mailing Area Cycle 12
Area
Size
0.40 acres
Section, Township,
and Range
516, Twn 52, R26
Zoning
RSF-3, Residential
RSF-3 maximum density is 3 units per gross acre
Category/TDRs
Single Family
FEMA Flood Map
The parcel is in Flood Zone AE (high -risk areas have at least
Category
AE
a 1% annual chance of flooding)
Cement pad from
Approximately 16'X16' cement pad exists on the north side
Existing structures
old driveway
of the parcel.
roadway,
Single family residence to the north; paved roadway and
Adjoining properties
residential,
sidewalk to the west and south; undeveloped lot to the
and their Uses
undeveloped
residential
east
Development Plans
Submitted
None
Known Property
None
Irregularities
Other County Dept
None known
Parcel is within unincorporated Collier
Interest
Initial Criteria Screening Report Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Owner Name: Ramoski Trust Date: February 6, 2024
Total Score: 167/400
200
160
150
100 80 80 69 80
50 32 34 32
0
1 - Ecological 2 - Human Value 3 - Restoration and 4 - Vulnerability
Value Management
■ Awarded Points ❑ Possible Points
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary
Criteria
Awarded Weighted
Points
Possible Weighted
Points
Awarded/Possible
Points
1 - Ecological Value
32
160
20%
1.1 - Vegetative Communities
8
53
15%
1.2 - Wildlife Communities
24
27
90%
1.3 - Water Resources
0
27
0%
1.4 - Ecosystem Connectivity
0
53
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2 - Human Values
34
80
43%
2.1 - Recreation
6
34
17%
2.2 - Accessibility
26
34
75%
2.3 - Aesthetics/Cultural
Enhancement
3
11
25%
3 - Restoration and Management
32
80
40%
3.1 - Vegetation Management
21
55
38%
3.2 - Remediation and Site Security
9
23
40%
3.3 - Assistance
2
2
100%
4 - Vulnerability
69
80
86%
4.1 - Zoning and Land Use
58
58
100%
4.2 - Development Plans
11
22
50%
Total
167
400
42%
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2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates
The interest being appraised is fee simple "as is" for the purchase of the site(s). A value of the parcel was
estimated using only one of the three traditional approaches to value, the sales comparison approach.
Each is based on the principal of substitution that an informed purchaser would pay no more for the
rights in acquiring a particular real property than the cost of acquiring, without undue delay, an equally
desirable one. Three properties were selected for comparison, each with similar site characteristics,
utility availability, zoning classification and road access. No inspection was made of the property or
comparables used in this report and the Real Estate Services Department staff relied upon information
solely provided by program staff. The valuation conclusions are limited only bythe reported assumptions
and conditions that no other known or unknown adverse conditions exist.
If the Board of County Commissioners choose to acquire this property, appraisals by independent Real
Estate Appraisers will be obtained at that time. Pursuant to the Conservation Collier Purchase Policy,
two appraisals are required for the Ramoski Trust parcel, which has an initial valuation greater than
$500,000; 2 independent Real Estate Appraisers will value the subject property and the average of the
two appraisal reports will be used to determine an offer for the subject property.
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value
Property owner
Address
Acreage
Assessed
**
Value*
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W L Ramoski Rev Living Trust
511 S. Barfield Dr.
0.40
$503,494
* Assessed Value is obtained from the Property Appraiser's Website. The Assessed Value is based off
the current use of the property.
**The Estimated Market Value for the Ramoski Trust parcel will be obtained from the Collier County
Real Estate Services Department prior to the CCLAAC March 6, 2024, ranking meeting.
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays
Zoning, growth management and conservation overlays will affect the value of a parcel. The parcel is
zoned Residential Single-Family-3. The maximum building density is 3 units per gross acre.
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Date: February 6, 2024
2.3 Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10)
Criteria 1: Native Habitats
Are any of the following unique and endangered plant communities found on the property?
Order of preference as follows:
i.
Hardwood hammocks
No
ii.
Xeric oak scrub
No
iii.
Coastal strand
No
iv.
Native beach
No
V.
Xeric pine
No
vi.
Riverine Oak
No
vii.
High marsh (saline)
No
viii.
Tidal freshwater marsh
No
ix.
Other native habitats
No
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 1: Mapped as High Intensity Urban. Mowed lot with some
native vegetation, but no intact native plant communities.
Criteria 2: Human Social Values
Does land offer significant human social values, such as equitable geographic distribution,
appropriate access for nature -based recreation, and enhancement of the aesthetic setting of
Collier County? YES
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 2: The parcel is accessible from a sidewalk off S. Barfield
Dr. and Inlet Dr. along the City of Marco Island's mixed -use pathway. The parcel provides
greenspace in a neighborhood where nearly every lot is developed.
Criteria 3: Water Resources
Does the property offer opportunities for protection of water resource values, including aquifer
recharge, water quality enhancement, protection of wetland dependent species habitat, and
flood control? NO
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 3: The parcel contains no wetlands and is mapped as
contributing only very minimally to aquifer recharge.
Criteria 4: Biological and Ecological Value
Does the property offer significant biological values, including biodiversity, listed species habitat,
connectivity, restoration potential and ecological quality? YES
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 4: Despite not containing intact native plant
communities, the property contains gopher tortoises.
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Criteria 5: Enhancement of Current Conservation Lands
Does the property enhance and/or protect the environmental value of current conservation lands
through function as a buffer, ecological link or habitat corridor? No
Is this property within the boundary of another agency's acquisition project? No
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 5: This parcel is adjacent to an undeveloped lot to the
east, but is not adjacent to conservation land.
MEETS INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA
❑Yes ❑No
The property satisfies 2 initial screening criteria
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3. Initial Screening Criteria
3.1 Ecological Values
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities
The parcel does not contain any intact, native, vegetative communities. The parcel contains the
following native species: several large cocoplums (Chrysobalanus icaco), a cabbage palm (Saba)
palmetto), a few Florida swampprivet (Forestiera segregate), a few Florida varnishleaf (Dodonaea
viscose), a small oak (Quercus sp), and a pricklypear cactus (Opuntia mesacantha). There are also a few
gumbo limbos (Bursera simaruba) and a large strangler fig (Ficus aurea) on the eastern property line.
Although plantings could be installed to create a maritime hammock in the northeast corner and along
the eastern boundary, nothing that could be considered an intact, native, vegetative community
currently exists on the parcel. Groundcover is primarily mowed Bahiagrass (Paspalum notatum) lawn
and wedelia (Sphagneticola trilobata). Century plant (Agave angustifolia), pencil cactus (Euphorbia
tirucalli), Brazilian pepper (Schinus terebinthifolia), bowstring hemp (Dracaena hyacinthoides), life
plant (Kalanchoe pinnata), carrotwood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides), and mature tropical almond
(Terminalia sp.) trees are also present.
No listed species were observed on site.
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Transportation
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Figure 7— View of parcel looking north
Figure 8 — View of northern edge of parcel
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
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Owner Name: Ramoski Trust
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
3.1.2 Wildlife Communities
Staff observed three potentially occupied gopher tortoise burrows on the parcel. A gopher tortoise
survey conducted by Audubon of the Western Everglades prior to Hurricane Ian identified 8 potentially
occupied burrows and 1 abandoned burrow.
Although no burrowing owls have been documented on the parcel, the open bahiagrass field could
potentially accommodate nesting burrowing owls.
An invasive green iguana (Iguana iguana) was observed within the tropical almond trees on the parcel.
Table 4 — Listed Wildlife Detected
State
Federal
Common Name
Scientific Name
Mode of Detection
Status
Status
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GophGopherus
Gopher tortoise
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Figure 11 — Potentially occupied gopher tortoise burrow
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
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Owner Name: Ramoski Trust
3.1.3 Water Resources
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
The parcel does not significantly protect water resources. The parcel and adjacent properties are
comprised entirely of uplands. No wetlands exist on site, and the parcel is not within a wellfield
protection zone.
Soils data is based on the Soil Survey of Collier County Area, Florida (USDA/NRCS, 1990). Mapped soils
on this parcel show the entire site to be urban land — aquents complex, organic substratum, which
consists of materials that have been dug from different areas in the county and spread over muck soils
for coastal urban development.
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— Priority 1- HIGHEST
Priority 2
Priority 3
Priority 4
Priority 5
Priority 6
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Soil Type
PAOLA FINE SAND, 1 TO 8 PCT
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ORGANIC SUBSTRATUM
Figure 13 - Collier County Soil Survey
Folio Number(s): S7800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
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Owner Name: Ramoski Trust
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity
The Ramoski Trust parcel does not provide direct connectivity to preserved conservation lands. It is
within an urban, residential area with a busy road (South Barfield Dr.) adjacent to the west and another
road (Inlet Dr.) adjacent to the south. Although the parcel directly east is not protected as a
conservation area, it is undeveloped and contains many gopher tortoises, as well as burrowing owls.
The parcel adjacent to the northeast corner of the Ramoski Trust parcel contains a single-family
residence; however, the remainder of the 0.91-acre lot contains native habitat. This lot is slated for
potential donation to the Audubon of the Western Everglades.
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Other Conservation Lands
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3.2 Human Values
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
3.2.1 Recreation
The parcel is bordered by a sidewalk along the west and south edges. Birdwatching and photography
would be encouraged from the sidewalk. Providing access to the parcel with a short trail would not be
recommended due to the small size of the parcel.
3.2.2 Accessibility
The parcel would be visible from the sidewalk year-round. No pedestrian or vehicular access onto the
parcel would be recommended. The parcel is within walking distance of many residences and
commercial parking lots. Creating parking within the parcel would also not be recommended because
of its small size and potential wildlife utilization. If this parcel is acquired along with other parcels in the
area, Conservation Collier will coordinate with the City of Marco Island regarding parking. Depending
on location, the City of Marco Island has offered to assist in providing off-street parking on pervious
material and the installation of signage consistent with the City's Land Development Codes.
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement
This parcel is in the Urban Target Protection Area and has access from public roads. It provides
greenspace in a neighborhood where nearly every lot is developed. The parcel is too small to
accommodate trails but can be enjoyed from the sidewalk/road.
3.3 Restoration and Management
3.3.1 Vegetation Management
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation
The entire parcel was cleared prior to the year 2000. It currently contains 75% mowed bahiagrass and
weeds. The remaining un-mowed areas of the lot along the western and northern edges of the parcel
contain primarily invasive/nuisance plant coverage including: wedelia, Brazilian pepper, bowstring
hemp, life plant, carrotwood, and tropical almond. Removal of the exotic plants and portions of the
bahiagrass field and extensive replanting of native plants will be necessary to create native plant
communities. Management/restoration of the bahiagrass field must take into consideration the effects
any management/restoration will have on the gopher tortoises utilizing the parcel.
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire
Even if the parcel is restored, fire would not be a feasible management tool given its size and urban
location.
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security
Some debris removal is required as old carpeting and other debris such as a fence post cap and old
paint roller were observed. Unless utilized for parking, staff recommends removal of the 16'x16'
cement slab to facilitate restoration of the parcel. "No dumping" signage and educational signage
regarding the importance of the parcel for native wildlife could be installed.
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3.3.3 Assistance
Monitoring of, and some management assistance for, the listed wildlife on this parcel will be provided
by the Audubon of the Western Everglades. Funding assistance for invasive/nuisance plant removal
and native plantings may be sought from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and
the US Fish and Wildlife Service Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program.
3.4 Vulnerability
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use
The parcel is zoned RSF-3, Residential Single Family. Residential Single -Family Districts are intended to
be single-family residential areas of low density. Permitted uses include single-family dwellings, family
care facilities (subject to the Land Development Code), and public parks and open space. The Future
Land Use of the parcel is Low Density Residential — 0-4 units per acre. The lot is vulnerable to
development for a home.
3.4.2 Development Plans
The parcel is not currently planned for development; however, its location near developed residential
lots along a busy roadway and its zoning make it vulnerable to development. The presence of fewer
gopher tortoises than other vacant lots in the area may make development of this lot more desirable
than others.
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CITY OF MARC'O ISLAW) 2040 FUTURE
2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN LANE) USE MAP �-1
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
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IRamoski Trust
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Fe et
0 650 1,300 2,600 3,900 5,200
Figure 17—Future Land Use
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4. Acquisition Considerations
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
Staff would like to bring the following items to the attention of the Advisory Committee during the
review of this property. The following does not affect the scoring. The following are items that will be
addressed in the Executive Summary to the Board of County Commissioners if this property moves
forward for ranking.
There are no additional acquisition considerations.
5. Management Needs and Costs
Table S - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management
Management
Initial
Annual Recurring
Element
Cost
Cost
Comments
Invasive Vegetation
$500
$100
Initial estimate is $1,000/acre; annual is $200/acre
Removal
Native plantings
$2,000
$200
Cost may be greater if irrigation is required
Signage
$2,000
$100
Educational signage and signage denoting the
property as Conservation Collier preserve
TOTAL
$4,500
$400
6. Potential for Matching Funds
The primary partnering agencies for conservation acquisitions, and those identified in the ordinance are
the Florida Communities Trust (FCT), and The Florida Forever Program. The following highlights potential
for partnering funds, as communicated by agency staff.
Florida Communities Trust - Parks and Open Space Florida Forever grant program: The FCT
Parks and Open Space Florida Forever grant program provides grant funds to local governments and
nonprofit organizations to acquire conservation lands, urban open spaces, parks and greenways.
Application for this program is typically made for pre -acquired sites up to two years from the time of
acquisition. The Parks and Open Space Florida Forever grant program assists the Department of
Environmental Protection in helping communities meet the challenges of growth, supporting viable
community development and protecting natural resources and open space. The program receives 21
percent Florida Forever appropriation.
Florida Forever Program: Staff has been advised that the Florida Forever Program is concentrating
on funding parcels already included on its ranked priority list. This parcel is not inside a Florida Forever
priority project boundary. Additionally, the Conservation Collier Program has not been successful in
partnering with the Florida Forever Program due to conflicting acquisition policies and issues regarding
joint title between the programs.
Additional Funding Sources: There are no additional funding sources known at this time.
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7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
Property Name: Ramoski Trust
Target Protection Mailing Area: Marco Island
Fol io(s): 57800240000
Secondary Criteria Scoring
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
percentage
1 - Ecological Value
160
32
20
2 - Human Value
80
34
43
3 - Restoration and Management
80
32
40
4 - Vulnerability
80
69
86
TOTAL SCORE
400
167
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1 - ECOLOGICAL VALUES (40% of total)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
1.1 VEGETATIVE COMMUNITIES
200
30
1.1.1- Priority natural communities (Select highest score)
a. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 1 communities (1130 - Rockland
Hammock, 1210 - Scrub, 1213 - Sand Pine Scrub, 1214 - Coastal
Scrub, 1312 - Scrubby Flatwoods, 1610 - Beach Dune, 1620 -
100
Coastal Berm, 1630 - Coastal Grasslands, 1640 - Coastal Strand, or
1650 - Maritime Hammock)
b. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 2 communities (22211 - Hydric
Pine Flatwoods, 2221 - Wet Flatwoods, or 1311 - Mesic
60
Flatwoods)
c. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 3 communities (5250 - Mangrove
Swamp, or 5240 - Salt Marsh)
50
d. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 4 communities (5250 - Mangrove
Swamp)
25
1.1.2 - Plant community diversity (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_ 3 CLC native plant communities (Florida
Cooperative Land Cover Classification System native plant
20
communities)
b. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC native plant communities
10
c. Parcel has 0 CLC native plant communities
0
0
1.1.3 - Listed plant species (excluding commercially exploited
species) (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_5 CLC listed plant species
30
b. Parcel has 3-4 CLC listed plant species
20
c. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC listed plant species
10
d. Parcel hasCLC listed plant species
0
0
-0
1.1.4 - Invasive Plant Infestation (Select highest score)
a. 0 - 10% infestation
50
b. 10 - 25% infestation
40
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Brazilian pepper;
carrotwood;
c. 25 - 50% infestation
30
30
tropical almond;
wedelia; life
plant
d. 50 - 75% infestation
20
e. >_75% infestation
10
1.2 - WILDLIFE COMMUNITIES
100
90
1.2.1- Listed wildlife species (Select the highest score)
a. Listed wildlife species documented on the parcel
80
80
gopher tortoise
b. Listed wildlife species documented on adjacent property
60
c CLIP Potential Habitat Richness >_5 species
40
d. No listed wildlife documented near parcel
0
1.2.2 - Significant wildlife habitat (Rookeries, roosts, denning
sites, nesting grounds, high population densities, etc) (Select
highest score)
a. Parcel protects significant wildlife habitat (Please describe)
20
adjacent to 2
parcels that
b. Parcel enhances adjacent to significant wildlife habitat (Please
contain
describe)
10
10
significant
tortoise
populations
c. Parcel does not enhance significant wildlife habitat
0
1.3 - WATER RESOURCES
100
0
1.3.1- Aquifer recharge (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is located within a wellfield protection zone or within a
CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 1 area
40
b. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 2 or 3
area
30
c. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 4 or 5
area
20
d. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 6 area
0
Priority 6 area
1.3.2 - Surface Water Protection (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an
Outstanding Florida Waterbody
30
b. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for a creek,
river, lake, canal or other surface water body
20
c. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an
identified flowway
15
d. Wetlands exist on site
10
e. Parcel does not provide opportunities for surface water quality
enhancement
0
0
1.3.3 - Floodplain Management (Select all that apply)
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a. Parcel has depressional or slough soils
10
b. Parcel has known history of flooding and is likely to provide
onsite water attenuation
10
c. Parcel provides storm surge buffering
10
d. Parcel does not provide floodplain management benefits
0
0
1.4 - ECOSYSTEM CONNECTIVITY
200
0
1.4.1- Acreage (Select Highest Score)
a. Parcel is >_ 300 acres
150
b. Parcel is >_ 100 acres
100
b. Parcel is >_ 50 acres
75
c. Parcel is >_ 25 acres
25
d. Parcel is >_ 10 acres
15
e. Parcel is < 10 acres
0
0
1.4.2 - Connectivity (Select highest score)
a. Parcel is immediately contiguous with conservation lands
50
b. Parcel is not immediately contiguous, but parcels between it
and nearby conservation lands are undeveloped
25
c. Parcel is isolated from conservation land
0
0
ECOLOGICAL VALUES TOTAL POINTS
600
120
ECOLOGICAL VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded
Points/Possible Points*160)
160
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2 - HUMAN VALUES (20%)
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
Comments
2.1 - RECREATION
120
20
2.1.1- Compatible recreation activities (Select all that apply)
a. Hunting
20
0
b. Fishing
20
0
c. Water -based recreation (paddling, swimming, etc)
20
0
d. Biking
20
0
e. Equestrian
20
0
f. Passive natural -resource based recreation (Hiking, photography,
wildlife watching, environmental education, etc)
20
20
g. Parcel is incompatible with nature -based recreation
0
2.2 - ACCESSIBILITY
120
90
2.2.1- Seasonality (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation year round
20
20
b. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation seasonally
10
c. Parcel is inaccessible for land -based recreation
0
2.2.2 - Vehicle access (Select the highest score)
a. Public access via paved road
50
50
b. Public access via unpaved road
30
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c. Public access via private road
20
d. No public access
0
2.2.3 - Parking Availability (Select the highest score)
a. Minor improvements necessary to provide on -site parking
40
b. Major improvements necessary to provide on -site parking
(Requires site development plan)
25
b. Public parking available nearby or on adjacent preserve
20
C. Street parking available
10
10
d. No public parking available
0
2.2.4 - Pedestrian access (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is easily accessible to pedestrians (within walking
distance of housing development)
10
10
b. Parcel is not easily accessible to pedestrians
0
2.3 - AESTHETICS/CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT
40
10
2.3.1- Aesthetic/cultural value (Choose all that apply)
a. Mature/outstanding native vegetation
5
b. Scenic vistas
5
c. Frontage enhances aesthetics of public thoroughfare
10
10
d. Archaeological/historical structures present
15
e. Other (Please describe)
5
f. None
0
HUMAN VALUES TOTAL SCORE
280
120
HUMAN VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*80)
80
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3 - RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT (20%)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
3.1 - VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
120
45
3.1.1- Invasive plant management needs (Select the highest
score)
a. Minimal invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to
restore and maintain native plant communities (<30%)
100
b. Moderate invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to
restore and maintain native plant communities (30-65%)
75
c. Major invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to
restore and maintain native plant communities (>65%)
50
d. Major invasive/nuisance plant management and replanting
necessary to restore and maintain native plant communities
25
25
(>65%)
e. Restoration of native plant community not feasible
0
3.1.2 - Prescribed fire necessity and compatibility (Select the
highest score)
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a. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is
does not contain
compatible with prescribed fire or parcel does not contain fire
20
20
fire dependent
dependent plant communities
communities
b. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is
0
incompatible with prescribed fire
3.2 - REMEDIATION AND SITE SECURITY
50
20
3.2.1- Site remediation and human conflict potential (Dumping,
contamination, trespassing, vandalism, other) (Select the highest
score)
a. Minimal site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
50
concrete pad
b. Moderate site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
20
20
needs to be
(Please describe)
removed from
north side
c. Major site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
5
(Please describe)
d. Resolving site remediation or human conflict issues not feasible
0
3.3 - ASSISTANCE
5
5
3.3.1- Management assistance by other entity
a. Management assistance by other entity likely
5
5
AWE
b. Management assistance by other entity unlikely
0
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT TOTAL SCORE
175
70
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded
80
32
Points/Possible Points*80)
4 - VULNERABILITY (20%)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
4.1 - ZONING AND LAND USE
130
130
4.1.1- Zoning and land use designation (Select the highest score)
a. Zoning allows for Single Family, Multifamily, industrial or
commercial
100
100
b. Zoning allows for density of no greater than 1 unit per 5 acres
75
c. Zoning allows for agricultural use /density of no greater than 1
unit per 40 acres
50
d. Zoning favors stewardship or conservation
0
4.1.2 - Future Land Use Type (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel designated Urban
30
30
b. Parcel designated Estates, Rural Fringe Receiving and Neutral,
Agriculture
25
c. Parcel designated Rural Fringe Sending, Rural Lands
Stewardship Area
5
d. Parcel is designated Conservation
0
4.2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANS
50
25
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Date: February 6, 2024
4.2.1- Development plans (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has been approved for development
20
b. SFWMD and/or USACOE permit has been applied for or SDP
application has been submitted
15
c. Parcel has no current development plans
0
0
4.2.2 - Site characteristics amenable to development (Select all
that apply)
a. Parcel is primarily upland
10
10
b. Parcel is along a major roadway
10
10
c. Parcel is >10 acres
5
d. Parcel is within 1 mile of a current or planned commercial or
multi -unit residential development
5
5
VULNERABILITY TOTAL SCORE
180
155
VULNERABILITY WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*80)
80
69
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8. Additional Site Photos
Mowed bahiagrass lawn
Cocoplum on north side of parcel
Folio Number(s): 57800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
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Folio Number(s): S7800240000
Date: February 6, 2024
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APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions
This report makes use of data layers from the Florida Natural Areas Inventory and University of Florida
Critical Lands and Waters Identification Project (CLIP4). CLIP4 is a collection of spatial data that identify
statewide priorities for a broad range of natural resources in Florida. It was developed through a
collaborative effort between the Florida Areas Natural Inventory (FNAI), the University of Florida
GeoPlan Center and Center for Landscape Conservation Planning, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC). It is used in the Florida Forever Program to evaluate properties for
acquisition. CLIP4 is organized into a set of core natural resource data layers which are representative
of 5 resource categories: biodiversity, landscapes, surface water, groundwater and marine. The first 3
categories have also been combined into the Aggregated layer, which identifies 5 priority levels for
natural resource conservation.
Below is a description of each of the three CLIP4 data layers used in this report.
Fieure 5 - CLIP4 Prioritv Natural Communities
Consists of 12 priority natural community types: upland glades, pine rocklands, seepage slopes, scrub,
sandhill, sandhill upland lakes, rockland hammock, coastal uplands, imperiled coastal lakes, dry prairie,
upland pine, pine flatwoods, upland hardwood forest, or coastal wetlands. These natural communities
are prioritized by a combination of their heritage global status rank (G-rank) and landscape context,
based on the Land Use Intensity Index (subset of CLIP Landscape Integrity Index) and FNAI Potential
Natural Areas. Priority 1 includes G1-G3 communities with Very High or High landscape context.
Priority 2 includes G1-G3 Medium and G4 Very High/High. Priority 3 includes G4 Medium and G5 Very
High/High. Priority 5 is G5 Medium.
This data layer was created by FNAI originally to inform the Florida Forever environmental land
acquisition program. The natural communities were mapped primarily based on the FNAI/FWC
Cooperative Land Cover (CLC) data layer, which is a compilation of best -available land cover data for
the entire state. The CLC is based on both remote -sensed (from aerial photography, primarily from
water management district FLUCCS data) and ground-truthed (from field surveys on many
conservation lands) data.
Fieure 10 - Potential Habitat Richness CLIP4 Ma
This CLIP version 4.0 data layer is unchanged from CLIP v3.0. FWC Potential Habitat Richness. Because
SHCAs do not address species richness, FWC also developed the potential habitat richness layer to
identify areas of overlapping vertebrate species habitat. FWC created a statewide potential habitat
model for each species included in their analysis. In some cases, only a portion of the potential habitat
was ultimately designated as SHCA for each species. The Potential Habitat Richness layer includes the
entire potential habitat model for each species and provides a count of the number of species habitat
models occurring at each location. The highest number of focal species co-occurring at any location in
the model is 13.
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Figure 12 - CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones
High priorities indicate high potential for recharge to an underlying aquifer system (typically the
Floridan aquifer but could be intermediate or surficial aquifers in some portions of the state). The
highest priorities indicate high potential for recharge to springs or public water supplies. This figure
also includes Wellfield Protection Zones. Collier County Wellfield Protection Zones are referenced in
the Land Development Code and updated in 2010 by Pollution Control and Prevention Department
Staff. The public water supply wellfields, identified in section 3.06.06 and permitted by the SFWMD for
potable water to withdraw a minimum of 100,000 average gallons per day (GPD), are identified as
protected wellfields, around which specific land use and activity (regulated development) shall be
regulated under this section.
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Miles
Property Owner Accepted Offer
I
Application Received
1 - EID, DANEYA
-
2- SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
I
3- SUNNY FLINVESTMENTS INC
4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID i HEDDY L
5-PARRAGA,CARLOS
3R
Gore Preserve Target Protection Mailing Area
or Robert H. Gore III Preserve A -List Parcel
Dr. Robert Gore III Preserve
CoN ATION
LLI€R
cam. cokx�y
Target Protection Mailing Area Parcels and Acreage: 236 parcels (573.7 ac)
Application Parcel Owner: Eid (41501000005), Seepersad (41501920004), Sunny FL Investments
(41503440003), Pritchard (41503800009), Parraga (41506000000)
Staff Report: August 3, 2022
(Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Total Score: 287/400
200 160
120
100 54 80 48 80 64 80
0 mF] =F] mF
1 - Ecological 2 - Human Value 3 - Restoration 4 - Vulnerability
Value and Management
0 Awarded Points 0 Possible Points
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Table of Contents
Tableof Contents......................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Summary of Property............................................................................................................................ 5
Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview.........................................................................................................5
Figure2 - Parcel Close-up.........................................................................................................................6
Figure 3—Aerial of ICSR boundary...........................................................................................................7
2.1 Summary of Property Information....................................................................................................8
Table 1— Summary of Property Information.....................................................................................8
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score....................................................................................................9
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary.....................................................................................9
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates...........................................................
10
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value.............................................................................................
10
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays .................................................
10
2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10).................................
11
3. Initial Screening Criteria......................................................................................................................13
3.1 Ecological Values.............................................................................................................................
13
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities.......................................................................................................
13
Table4. Listed Plant Species...........................................................................................................
13
Figure 5 - CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities...............................................................................
14
Figure 6 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System ...................................................
15
Figure7 — Cypress/Tupelo..............................................................................................................
16
Figure 8 — Mixed Wetland Hardwoods...........................................................................................
16
Figure 9 — Mixed Shrub/Scrub Wetlands........................................................................................
17
Figure10—Transportation.............................................................................................................
17
3.1.2 Wildlife Communities............................................................................................................
18
Table 5 — Listed Wildlife Species.....................................................................................................
18
Figure 11 - Wildlife Spatial Data (i.e., telemetry, roosts, etc) .........................................................
19
Figure 12 - CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness..................................................................................
20
3.1.3 Water Resources...................................................................................................................
21
Figure 13 - CLIP Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones ...................................
22
Figure 14 - Collier County Soil Survey.............................................................................................
23
Figure 15 LIDAR Elevation Map.......................................................................................................
24
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3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity........................................................................................................ 25
Figure 16 - Conservation Lands....................................................................................................... 26
3.2 Human Values................................................................................................................................. 27
3.2.1 Recreation............................................................................................................................. 27
3.2.2 Accessibility........................................................................................................................... 27
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement......................................................................................... 28
Figure 17 — Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve Hiking Trail.................................................................. 28
3.3 Restoration and Management....................................................................................................... 29
3.3.1 Vegetation Management...................................................................................................... 29
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation............................................................................................................ 29
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire.................................................................................................................... 29
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security.............................................................................................. 29
3.3.3 Assistance.............................................................................................................................. 29
3.4 Vulnerability.................................................................................................................................... 29
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use............................................................................................................. 29
Figure18 — Zoning........................................................................................................................... 30
Figure19 —Future Land Use............................................................................................................ 31
3.4.2 Development Plans............................................................................................................... 32
4. Acquisition Considerations..................................................................................................................32
5. Management Needs and Costs..............................................................................................................32
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management ....................... 32
6. Potential for Matching Funds.............................................................................................................. 33
7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form......................................................................................................... 34
8. Additional Site Photos.........................................................................................................................40
APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions......................................43
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1. Introduction
The Conservation Collier Program (Program) is an environmentally sensitive land acquisition and
management program approved by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Board) in 2002
and by Collier County Voters in 2002 and 2006. The Program was active in acquisition between 2003 and
2011, under the terms of the referendum. Between 2011 and 2016, the Program was in management
mode. In 2017, the Collier County Board re -authorized Conservation Collier to seek additional lands
(2/14/17, Agenda Item 11B). On November 3, 2020, the Collier County electors approved the
Conservation Collier Re-establishment referendum with a 76.5% majority.
This Initial Criteria Screening Report (ICSR) has been prepared for the Conservation Collier Program in its
12th acquisition cycle to meet requirements specified in the Conservation Collier Implementation
Ordinance, 2002-63, as amended, and for purposes of the Conservation Collier Program. The sole
purpose of this report is to provide objective data to demonstrate how properties meet the criteria
defined by the ordinance.
The following sections characterize the property location and assessed value, elaborate on the initial and
secondary screening criteria scoring, and describe potential funding sources, appropriate use, site
improvements, and estimated management costs.
This Initial Criteria Screening Report evaluates the entire Robert H. Gore III Preserve Target Protection
Mailing Area (TPMA). The current TPMA includes a total of 236 parcels (573.7 acres). Of those parcels,
149 parcels (377.2 acres) are within the Board approved Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve multi -parcel
project area and 87 parcels (196.5 acres) are outside of the Board approved Dr. Robert H. Gore III
Preserve multi -parcel project area. Parcels within the multi -parcel project area are A -list properties on
the Conservation Collier Active Acquisition List and can be purchased without further evaluation. Parcels
outside of the multi -parcel project area must be evaluated by the Conservation Collier Land Acquisition
Advisory Committee (CCLAAC) and placed on the recommended Conservation Collier Active Acquisition
List for Board consideration.
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2. Summary of Property
Miles
Property Owner Accepted Offer
OW Application Received
1 - EID, DANEYA
2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
3 - SUNNY FL INVESTMENTS INC
4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L=& HEDDY L
5 - PARRAGA, CARLOS
F-1 Gore Preserve Target Protection Mailing Area
Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve A -List Parcel
Dr. Robert Gore III Preserve
Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview
CON 5-E-r-WAT I O N
LLIER
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Miles
Property Owner Accepted Offer
r . Application Received
1 - EID, DANEYA
2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
3 - SUNNY FL INVESTMENTS INC
4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L=& HEDDY L
5 - PARRAGA, CARLOS
Gore Preserve Target Protection Mailing Area
Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve A -List Parcel
Dr. Robert Gore III Preserve
Figure 2 - Parcel Close-up
CON EAVATION
CQLLIER
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2.1 Summary of Property Information
Table 1 — Summary of Property Information
Characteristic
Value
Comments
Name
Multiple
Eid, Seepersad, Sunny FL Investments, Pritchard,
Parraga have applied
149 parcels within Board approved multi -parcel
Folio Number
236 Parcels
project area; 87 parcels outside Board approved multi -
parcel project area
Target Protection
Within Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve Target
Area
NGGE
Protection Mailing Area
377.2 acres within Board approved multi -parcel
Size
573.7 total acres
project area; 196.5 acres outside Board approved
multi -parcel project area
Section, Township,
S32 and S33,
Sections 32 and 33, Township 49S, Range 28E
and Range
T49S, R28E
Zoning
E
Estates
Category/TDRs
AH, with some
AH and AE- Area close to water hazard that has a one
FEMA Flood Map
small areas AE
percent chance of experiencing shallow flooding
Category
and X500
between one and three feet each year. X500 — low
flood risk
Existing structures
none
TPMA parcels are adjacent to existing Dr. Robert H.
Adjoining
Conservation,
Gore III Preserve parcels, Cypress Cove Landkeepers
properties and
Residential,
parcel, limited residential inholdings, Desoto Blvd and
their Uses
Easement and
i-75, and bordered on the east by conservation
roadway
easement and the Florida Panther National Wildlife
Refuge and south by Picayune Strand State Forest.
Development
Plans Submitted
None
Known Property
None known
Irregularities
Other County Dept
Desoto Blvd. may be widened, and an 1-75 interchange
Interest
Transportation
may be developed in this area in the future
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Total Score: 287/400
200
160
150 120
100 80 80 80
54 48 64
50
0
1 - Ecological 2 - Human Value 3 - Restoration and 4 - Vulnerability
Value Management
■ Awarded Points ❑ Possible Points
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary
Criteria
Awarded Weighted
Points
Possible Weighted
Points
Awarded/Possible
Points
1- Ecological Value
120
160
75%
1.1 - Vegetative Communities
32
53
60%
1.2 - Wildlife Communities
24
27
90%
1.3 - Water Resources
11
27
40%
1.4 - Ecosystem Connectivity
53
53
100%
2 - Human Values
54
80
68%
2.1 - Recreation
23
34
67%
2.2 - Accessibility
27
34
79%
2.3 - Aesthetics/Cultural Enhancement
4
11
38%
3 - Restoration and Management
48
80
60%
3.1 - Vegetation Management
23
55
42%
3.2 - Remediation and Site Security
23
23
100%
3.3 - Assistance
2
2
100%
4 - Vulnerability
64
80
81%
4.1 - Zoning and Land Use
56
58
96%
4.2 - Development Plans
9
22
40%
Total
287
400
72%
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates
The interest being appraised is fee simple "as is" for the purchase of the site. A value of the parcel was
estimated using only one of the three traditional approaches to value, the sales comparison approach.
It is based on the principal of substitution that an informed purchaser would pay no more for the rights
in acquiring a particular real property than the cost of acquiring, without undue delay, an equally
desirable one. Three properties were selected for comparison, each with similar site characteristics,
utility availability, zoning classification and road access. No inspection was made of the property or
comparable used in this report and the Real Estate Services Department staff relied upon information
solely provided by program staff. The valuation conclusion is limited only by the reported assumptions
and conditions that no other known or unknown adverse conditions exist.
If the Board of County Commissioners choose to acquire these properties, appraisals by independent
Real Estate Appraisers will be obtained at that time. Pursuant to the Conservation Collier Purchase Policy,
two appraisals are required for the Gore parcels, which have a collective valuation over $500,000; two
independent Real Estate Appraisers will value the subject area, and those appraisal reports will be used
to determine offers for the subject properties.
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value
Property owner
Address
Acreage
Assessed
EstimatedValue* Value**
Eid
No address
2.27
$40,860
TBD
Seepersad
No address
1.14
$17,442
TBD
Sunny FL Investments
No address
1.14
$17,442
TBD
Pritchard
No address
2.27
$40,860
TBD
Parraga
No address
2.81
$42,993
TBD
TOTAL
9.63
$159,597
TBD
* Assessed Value is obtained from the Property Appraiser's Website. The Assessed Value is based off
the current use of the property.
**The Estimated Market Value for the Gore parcels will be obtained from the Real Property
Management Section prior to the CCLAAC ranking meeting on March 6, 2024.
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays
Zoning, growth management and conservation overlays will affect the value of a parcel. The parcels
are zoned Estates which allows 1 unit per 2.25 acres.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10)
Criteria 1: Native Habitats
Are any of the following unique and endangered plant communities found on the property?
Order of preference as follows:
Hardwood hammocks No
ii.
Xeric oak scrub
No
iii.
Coastal strand
No
iv.
Native beach
No
V.
Xeric pine
No
vi.
Riverine Oak
No
vii.
High marsh (saline)
No
viii.
Tidal freshwater marsh
No
ix.
Other native habitats
Yes
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 1: Other native habitats include Cypress, Cypress- Mixed
Hardwoods, Mixed Wetland Hardwoods, Mixed Scrub -Shrub Wetland, Pine Flatwood.
Criteria 2: Human Social Values
Does land offer significant human social values, such as equitable geographic distribution,
appropriate access for nature -based recreation, and enhancement of the aesthetic setting of
Collier County? YES
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 2: These parcels are in North Golden Gate Estates. They
have access from four public roads: Desoto Blvd., 38th Ave. SE, 40th Ave. SE and 42nd Ave. SE.
Desoto is paved road, both 38th Ave. SE and 40th Ave. SE are unpaved but passable by vehicle.
Forty-second Ave. SE, which runs north of 1-75, is not passable by vehicle. The southern -most
parcels abut the 1-75 canal and are within the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) 1-75
right of way but are not visible from 1-75. Properties could accommodate seasonal outdoor
recreation with some clearing for trails.
Criteria 3: Water Resources
Does the property offer opportunities for protection of water resource values, including aquifer
recharge, water quality enhancement, protection of wetland dependent species habitat, and
flood control? YES
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 3: Hydric soils exist on just over 81% of the parcels;
wetland indicators noted and numerous wetland dependent plants species noted.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Criteria 4: Biological and Ecological Value
Does the property offer significant biological values, including biodiversity, listed species habitat,
connectivity, restoration potential and ecological quality? YES
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 4: FWC telemetry shows use by panthers. Habitat for
Florida bonneted bats and Everglades snail kites.
Criteria 5: Enhancement of Current Conservation Lands
Does the property enhance and/or protect the environmental value of current conservation lands
through function as a buffer, ecological link or habitat corridor? Yes
Is this property within the boundary of another agency's acquisition project? No
Statement for Satisfaction of Criteria 5: Parcels will enhance the Dr. Robert Gore III Preserve.
Parcels are within a historic wetland that connects with the Florida Panther National Wildlife
Refuge (FPNWR) to the east; however, they are separated by Desoto and the old Harley Davidson
Test Track. Picayune Strand State Forest (PSSF) is located across 1-75 to the south and Fakahatchee
Strand State Preserve to the SE across 1-75. Wildlife edges under Miller and FakaUnion canals
connect to PSSF.
MEETS INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA ❑Yes ❑No
The property satisfies 5 initial screening criteria
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3. Initial Screening Criteria
3.1 Ecological Values
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities
Characterization of Plant Communities present:
Native plant communities that make up the TPMA parcels as indicated through the Cooperative Land
Cover Classification System and ground and aerial observations include: Cypress, Cypress- Mixed
Hardwoods, Mixed Wetland Hardwoods, Mixed Scrub -Shrub Wetland, Pine Flatwood.
Ground Cover: Ground cover species observed bidens (Bidens alba), winged sumac (Rhus
copallinum L.), morning-glory (Ipomoea sagittata Poir), sweet acacia (Vachellia farnesiana) and various
epiphytic ferns
Midstory: Midstory species included beautyberry (Callicarpa americana), marlberry (Ardesia
escallonioides), wild coffee (Psychotria nervosa and P. sulzneri), myrsine (Myrsine floridana), Carolina
willow (Salix caroliniana), pond apple (Annona glabra), and buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis).
Canopy: The canopy for most of the parcels consists of, in order of abundance, a mix of cypress
(Taxodium distichum) cabbage palm (Saba) palmetto), red maple (Acer rubrum), bay (Persea sp.), and
slash pine (Pinus elliottii). Laurel oak (Quercus laurifolia) were also observed in various areas. In
depressional areas, pop ash (Fraxinus caroliniana) was observed.
As a result of historic efforts to develop the Golden Gate Estates and habitat alterations that reduced
the hydroperiod, some parcels within the TPMA have transitioned to pine flatwoods with upland
vegetation in the understory.
In general, the condition of the on -site native plant communities varied from moderate to poor as a
result of the consistent infestation level throughout each community type by invasive, exotic plant
species. The native plant communities found throughout the TPMA, while heavily impacted by exotics,
feature mature native trees and a diverse midstory and understory where native plant species occur.
Because of this persistence of a rich diversity of native plant species throughout the impacted
communities found within the preserve, restoration forecasts are optimistic following intensive efforts
to kill and remove the exotic plant species dominating the landscape.
Table 4. Listed Plant Species
Common Name
Scientific Name
State Status
Federal Status
Butterfly orchid
Encyclia tempensis
CE
n/a
Twisted airplant
Tillandsia flexuosa
T
n/a
common wild pine
Tillandsia fasciculata
T
n/a
reflexed wild pine
Tillandsia balbisiana
T
n/a
giant air plant
Tillandsia utriculata
E
n/a
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
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1 - EID, DANEYA
2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
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4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L=& HEDDY L
5 - PARRAGA, CARLOS
Gore Preserve Target Protection Mailing Area
Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve A -List Parcel
Dr. Robert Gore III Preserve
CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities
Priority 1 (highest)
Priority 2
Priority 3
i• Priority 4
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Property Owner Accepted Offer
Application Received
1 - EID, DANEYA
2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
3 - SUNNY FL INVESTMENTS
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4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L &
HEDDY L
5 - PARRAGA, CARLOS
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Land Cover
Cabbage Palm
Canal
Cypress
Cypress/Tupelo(incl Cy/Tu mixed)
Mixed Hardwood Coniferous
Swamps
Mixed Scrub -Shrub Wetland
Mixed Wetland Hardwoods
Rural Open
Rural Structures
Transportation
Figure 6 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Figure 7—Cypress/Tupelo
Figure 8 — Mixed Wetlond Hardwoods
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Figure 9 — Mixed Shrub/Scrub Wetlands
Figure 10 — Transportation
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3.1.2 Wildlife Communities
As a result of regional connectivity, Florida panther, Florida black bear, wild turkey, white-tailed deer,
spotted skunk, bobcat, grey fox, red-headed woodpeckers, and coyote are commonly sighted on the
wildlife cameras located throughout the existing Gore Preserve lands. As the parcels within the Gore
TPMA are adjacent or near the acquired lands, it is reasonable that the TPMA parcels would provide
similar habitat for species observed on preserve lands. Table 5 details imperiled species that are likely
found or have been observed utilizing the parcels within the Gore TPMA. Figure 10 provides a
reference to the intensive utilization of the TPMA by the Federally Endangered Florida panther.
Table 5 — Listed Wildlife Species
Common Name
Scientific Name
Status
Observation
Documented
American Alligator
Alligator mississippiensis
FT (S/A)
Yes
Audobon's crested caracara
Polyborus plancus audubonii
FT
Within 2 miles
Big Cypress fox squirrel
Sciurus niger avicennia
ST
No
Cassius blue butterfly
Leptotes cassius theonus
FT (S/A)
No
Ceraunus blue butterfly
Hemiargus ceraunus
antibubastus
FT (S/A)
No
Eastern indigo snake
Dymarchon corgis couperi
FT
No
Everglade snail kite
Rostrhamus sociabilis plumbeus
FE
Within 3 miles
Everglades mink
Neovison vison evergladensis
ST
Within 10 miles
Florida bonneted bat
Eumops floridanus
FE
Within 5 miles
Florida panther
Puma Felis concolor coryi
SE
Yes
Florida sandhill crane
Antigone canadensis pratensis
ST
Yes
Gopher tortoise
Gopherus polyphemus
ST
Within 2 miles
Little blue heron
Egretta caerulea
ST
Yes
Red -cockaded woodpecker
Picoides borealis
FE
Within 5 miles
Roseate spoonbill
Platalea ajaja
ST
Yes
Sherman's short -tailed shrew
Blarina shermani
ST
No
Tricolored heron
Egretta tricolor
ST
Yes
Wood stork
Mycteria americana
FT
Yes
FE= Federally Endangered, FT= Federally Threatened, FT (S/A) = Federally Threatened for Similar Appearance,
SE= State Endangered, ST = State Threatened,
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3.1.3 Water Resources
The project area provides moderate recharge of the surficial aquifer. Surface water pooling and storage
throughout the wet season are observed in the depressional cypress sloughs, roadside swales, and
seasonal ponds that make up the wetlands throughout the TPMA. Changes to the regional hydrology
through the installation of roadways, swales, and the Faka-Union canal have facilitated a significant
infestation of the native plant communities by exotic, invasive plant species. As a result of these
hydrologic manipulations, areas noted on the map as freshwater forested wetlands have been observed
to remain dry throughout the wet season. Wetland dependent wildlife species such as wood stork, little
blue heron, and roseate spoonbill have been observed utilizing the seasonally flooded wetlands
throughout the TPMA.
Soils data is based on the Soil Survey of Collier County Area, Florida (USDA/NRCS, 1990). Mapped soils
on this parcel show the TPMA to be comprised of 43% Boca and Hallandale Fine Sand. These soils are
hydric, very poorly drained and found in depressions, swamps, and marshes. Typical vegetation includes
wax myrtle and maidencane. 24% of the area is comprised of Boca, Riviera depressional soils. These soils
are hydric, very poorly drained and found in depressions, swamps, and marshes. Typical vegetation
includes cypress, pickerel weed, and alligator flag.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Property Owner Accepted Offer
Application Received
1 - EID, DANEYA
2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
3 - SUNNY EL INVESTMENTS
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4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L &
HEDDY L
5 - PARRAGA, CARLOS
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Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve A -
List Parcel
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
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2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
3 - SUNNY FL INVESTMENTS INC
4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L & HEDDY L
5 - PARRAGA, CARLOS
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Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve A -List Parcel
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity
The parcels within the Gore TPMA provide habitat and dispersal corridors for a significant number of
imperiled and common wildlife species. The TPMA parcels are located within 1 mile of the Florida
Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Picyaune Strand State Forest and Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve,
as well as the low -density development of the Northern Golden Gate Estates residential area. A wildlife
crossing exists beneath 1-75 which provides connectivity between the Gore TPMA and Picayune Strand
State Forest.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3.2 Human Values
3.2.1 Recreation
Acquisition of the parcels within the Gore TPMA would be an expansion of the existing Conservation
Collier Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve. The Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve currently provides 1.5 miles of
hiking trails with conceptual plans for expansion in the coming years dependent on acquisitions. Overall,
it is important to note that adding onto the preserve will provide additional acreage that will not be
developed and in turn will be available for wildlife utilization. The addition of trails and site
improvements to these parcels will be evaluated and reviewed. Potential public use opportunities for
the parcels within the TPMA include:
Hiking: Some of the parcels could be incorporated into the preserve trail system.
Nature Photography: These properties provide opportunities for nature photography.
Birdwatching: Parcels will provide opportunities for birdwatching and are included in an annual
Christmas Bird Count Route.
Kayaking/Canoeing: The parcels do not provide opportunities for kayaking or canoeing. However, the
preserve as a whole may have such opportunities in the future along the canal as budgeting and
permitting consideration allow.
Swimming: This property does not provide opportunities for swimming.
Hunting: Hunting opportunities will be assessed with each management plan update to the preserve.
The limited acreage and existing private inholdings indicate that hunting would not be a compatible
land use at this time.
Fishing: Acquisition of TPMA parcels may provide opportunities for fishing in the future along the canal
as budgeting and permitting consideration allow.
3.2.2 Accessibility
Additional passive recreational hiking trails may be considered for incorporation on the parcels within
the Gore TPMA. Parcels within the TPMA are accessible via Desoto Blvd, 40th Ave SE, 38th Ave SE, 36th
Ave SE, and 34th Ave SE.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement
The TPMA parcels are visible along Desoto Blvd and would contribute to preserving the natural
aesthetics of the Golden Gate Estates.
Figure 17 — Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve Hiking Troil
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3.3 Restoration and Management
3.3.1 Vegetation Management
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation
Approximately 50-65% of the plant communities within the TPMA parcels are infested with invasive
vegetation — primarily Brazilian pepper. Other species of concern include lantana, mission grass, cogon
grass, and Boston fern.
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire
The TPMA parcels contain fire dependent communities that have experienced decades of fire
suppression and hydrologic changes that have resulted in a significant dry down of wetland habitats.
The TPMA parcels and surrounding areas have significant wildfire risk and would be unlikely candidates
for maintenance through controlled burning until significant fuel reduction took place within the
parcels and surrounding private lands.
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security
Parcels within the Gore TPMA experience occasional ATV trespass issues and some illegal dumping in
the road right of ways. Consideration must be made to preventing ATV trespass if incorporating public
use opportunities onto acquisition parcels.
3.3.3 Assistance
The FWC Invasive Plant Management Section (IPMS) has provided funding assistance for exotic
vegetation removal within the Gore Preserve in the past. Opportunities exist for additional funding
assistance to offset initial exotic removal costs.
3.4 Vulnerability
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use
The parcels are Zoned as Estates. Estates zoning provides lands for low density residential
development in a semi -rural to rural environment, with limited agricultural activities. Allowable density
is 1 unit per 2.25 acres, or 1 unit per lot if under 2.25 acres. In addition to low density residential
density with limited agricultural activities, the E district is also designed to accommodate as
Conditional Uses, Development that provides services for and is compatible with the low density
residential, semi -rural and rural character of the E district.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
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Property Owner Accepted Offer
Application Received
1 - EID, DANEYA
2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
3 - SUNNY FL INVESTMENTS INC
4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L & HEDDY L
5 - PARRAGA, CARLOS
Gore Preserve Target Protection Mailing Area
Dr. Robert H. Gore III Preserve A -List Parcel
Dr. Robert Gore III Preserve
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Q Application Received
1 - EID, DANEYA
2 - SEEPERSAD, KAUSIL
3 - SUNNY FL INVESTMENTS INC
4 - PRITCHARD, DAVID L & HEDDY L
5-PARRAGA,CARLOS
Gore Preserve Target Protection Mailing Area
Dr. Robert H. Gore ill Preserve A -List Parcel
Dr. Robert Gore III Preserve
Future Land Use
Agricultural /Rural Mixed Use District/RLSA
Estates Desingation
Rural Industrial District
Figure 19 —Future Land Use
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Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
3.4.2 Development Plans
The parcels within the Gore TPMA are within an area being rapidly targeted for development for
clearing and new home construction.
4. Acquisition Considerations
Staff would like to bring the following items to the attention of the Advisory Committee during the
review of this property. The following does not affect the scoring. The following are items that will be
addressed in the Executive Summary to the Board of County Commissioners if this property moves
forward for ranking.
Trash and dumping concerns will be reviewed and highlighted on a parcel -by -parcel basis as
applications are received. There is potential for an 1-75 Interchange in the area of the Gore TPMA, and
a roadway expansion and stormwater ponds may be needed in the near future. If these properties are
approved for the A -List, staff will take this information into consideration when planning amenities and
public access on the site. Additionally, when applicable, language will be memorialized in the Purchase
Agreements and related closing documents to ensure Collier County Transportation will be able to
purchase a portion of the properties from Conservation Collier for future right-of-way, if and when
needed, at the original per -acre acquisition cost.
5. Management Needs and Costs
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management
Management
Initial
Annual
Element
Cost
Recurring
Comments
Cost
Acquired lands within the Gore TPMA would be treated
on an annual basis and acreage incorporated into the
Invasive
Vegetation
$286,900
$143,450
existing preserve maintenance to reduce acreage cost.
Initial estimated $500/acre cost will be higher for newly
Removal
acquired parcels and should reduce overtime with
continued maintenance to an estimated $250/acre
Trail
Construction
$5,000
$100
If public access trails are incorporated into acquisition
and Signage
parcels
TOTAL
$291,900
$143,550
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
6. Potential for Matching Funds
The primary partnering agencies for conservation acquisitions, and those identified in the ordinance are the
Florida Communities Trust (FCT) and The Florida Forever Program. The following highlights potential for
partnering funds, as communicated by agency staff.
Florida Communities Trust - Parks and Open Space Florida Forever grant program: The FCT
Parks and Open Space Florida Forever grant program provides grant funds to local governments and nonprofit
organizations to acquire conservation lands, urban open spaces, parks and greenways. Application for this
program is typically made for pre -acquired sites up to two years from the time of acquisition. The Parks and
Open Space Florida Forever grant program assists the Department of Environmental Protection in helping
communities meet the challenges of growth, supporting viable community development and protecting natural
resources and open space. The program receives 21 percent Florida Forever appropriation.
Florida Forever Program: Staff has been advised that the Florida Forever Program is concentrating on
funding parcels already included on its ranked priority list. This parcel is not inside a Florida Forever priority
project boundary. Additionally, the Conservation Collier Program has not been successful in partnering with the
Florida Forever Program due to conflicting acquisition policies and issues regarding joint title between the
programs.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form
Property Name: Gore TPMA
Target Protection Mailing Area: Gore
Folio(s): 41501000005, 41501920004, 41503440003, 41503800009,
41506000000
Secondary Criteria Scoring
Possibl
e
Points
Awarde
d Points
Percentag
e
1 - Ecological Value
160
120
75
2 - Human Value
80
54
68
3 - Restoration and Management
80
48
60
4 - Vulnerability
80
64
81
TOTAL SCORE
400
287
72
Possibl
Awarde
1- ECOLOGICAL VALUES (40% of total)
e
d Points
Comments
Points
1.1 VEGETATIVE COMMUNITIES
200
120
1.1.1- Priority natural communities (Select highest score)
a. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 1 communities (1130 - Rockland Hammock,
1210 - Scrub, 1213 - Sand Pine Scrub, 1214 - Coastal Scrub, 1312 - Scrubby
Flatwoods, 1610 - Beach Dune, 1620 - Coastal Berm, 1630 - Coastal
100
Grasslands, 1640 - Coastal Strand, or 1650 - Maritime Hammock)
Mesic
flatwoods
in areas
wherer
b. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 2 communities (22211 - Hydric Pine
wetland
Flatwoods, 2221 - Wet Flatwoods, or 1311- Mesic Flatwoods)
60
60
hardwood
s have
transitione
d from
hydologic
changes
c. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 3 communities (5250 - Mangrove Swamp,
or 5240 - Salt Marsh)
50
d. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 4 communities (5250 - Mangrove Swamp)
25
1.1.2 - Plant community diversity (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_ 3 CLC native plant communities (Florida Cooperative Land
Cover Classification System native plant communities)
20
20
b. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC native plant communities
10
c. Parcel has 0 CLC native plant communities
0
1.1.3 - Listed plant species (excluding commercially exploited species)
(Select the highest score)
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
a. Parcel has >_5 CLC listed plant species
30
b. Parcel has 3-4 CLC listed plant species
20
20
c. Parcel has S 2 CLC listed plant species
10
d. Parcel hasCLC listed plant species
0
-0
1.1.4 - Invasive Plant Infestation (Select highest score)
a. 0 - 10% infestation
50
b. 10 - 25% infestation
40
c. 25 - 50% infestation
30
d. 50 - 75% infestation
20
20
e. >_75% infestation
10
1.2 - WILDLIFE COMMUNITIES
100
90
1.2.1- Listed wildlife species (Select the highest score)
a. Listed wildlife species documented on the parcel
80
80
b. Listed wildlife species documented on adjacent property
60
c CLIP Potential Habitat Richness >_5 species
40
d. No listed wildlife documented near parcel
0
1.2.2 - Significant wildlife habitat (Rookeries, roosts, denning sites,
nesting grounds, high population densities, etc) (Select highest score)
a. Parcel protects significant wildlife habitat (Please describe)
20
b. Parcel enhances adjacent to significant wildlife habitat (Please describe)
10
10
adjacent
to Gore
c. Parcel does not enhance significant wildlife habitat
0
1.3 - WATER RESOURCES
100
40
1.3.1- Aquifer recharge (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is located within a wellfield protection zone or within a CLIP4
Aquifer Recharge Priority 1 area
40
b. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 2 or 3 area
30
c. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 4 or 5 area
20
d. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 6 area
0
0
1.3.2 - Surface Water Protection (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an Outstanding
Florida Waterbody
30
b. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for a creek, river, lake,
canal or other surface water body
20
20
Faka Union
canal
c. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an identified
flowway
15
d. Wetlands exist on site
10
e. Parcel does not provide opportunities for surface water quality
enhancement
0
0
1.3.3 - Floodplain Management (Select all that apply)
a. Parcel has depressional or slough soils
10
10
b. Parcel has known history of flooding and is likely to provide onsite water
attenuation
10
10
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
c. Parcel provides storm surge buffering
10
d. Parcel does not provide floodplain management benefits
0
0
1.4 - ECOSYSTEM CONNECTIVITY
200
200
1.4.1 - Acreage (Select Highest Score)
a. Parcel is >_ 300 acres
150
150
424.18 ac.
b. Parcel is >_ 100 acres
100
b. Parcel is >_ 50 acres
75
c. Parcel is >_ 25 acres
25
d. Parcel is >_ 10 acres
15
e. Parcel is < 10 acres
0
0
1.4.2 - Connectivity (Select highest score)
a. Parcel is immediately contiguous with conservation lands
50
50
Dr. Robert
H. Gore III
Preserve
b. Parcel is not immediately contiguous, but parcels between it and nearby
conservation lands are undeveloped
25
c. Parcel is isolated from conservation land
0
0
ECOLOGICAL VALUES TOTAL POINTS
600
450
ECOLOGICAL VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*160)
160
120
2 - HUMAN VALUES (20%)
Possibl
e
Points
Awarde
d Points
Comments
2.1 - RECREATION
120
80
2.1.1- Compatible recreation activities (Select all that apply)
a. Hunting
20
b. Fishing
20
20
c. Water -based recreation (paddling, swimming, etc)
20
d. Biking
20
20
e. Equestrian
20
20
f. Passive natural -resource based recreation (Hiking, photography, wildlife
watching, environmental education, etc)
20
20
g. Parcel is incompatible with nature -based recreation
0
2.2 - ACCESSIBILITY
120
95
2.2.1- Seasonality (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation year round
20
20
b. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation seasonally
10
c. Parcel is inaccessible for land -based recreation
0
2.2.2 - Vehicle access (Select the highest score)
a. Public access via paved road
50
50
b. Public access via unpaved road
30
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
c. Public access via private road
20
d. No public access
0
2.2.3 - Parking Availability (Select the highest score)
a. Minor improvements necessary to provide on -site parking
40
b. Major improvements necessary to provide on -site parking (Requires site
development plan)
25
25
b. Public parking available nearby or on adjacent preserve
20
c. Street parking available
10
d. No public parking available
0
2.2.4 - Pedestrian access (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is easily accessible to pedestrians (within walking distance of
housing development)
10
b. Parcel is not easily accessible to pedestrians
0
2.3 - AESTHETICS/CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT
40
15
2.3.1- Aesthetic/cultural value (Choose all that apply)
a. Mature/outstanding native vegetation
5
5
Mature
Cypress
and pine
b. Scenic vistas
5
c. Frontage enhances aesthetics of public thoroughfare
10
10
adjacent
to Desoto
Blvd
d. Archaeological/historical structures present
15
e. Other (Please describe)
5
f. None
0
HUMAN VALUES TOTAL SCORE
280
190
HUMAN VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible Points*80)
80
54
Possibl
Awarde
3 - RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT (20%)
a
d Points
Comments
Points
3.1 - VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
120
50
3.1.1- Invasive plant management needs (Select the highest score)
a. Minimal invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore and
maintain native plant communities (<30%)
100
b. Moderate invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore
and maintain native plant communities (30-65%)
75
High
invasive
c. Major invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore and
density
maintain native plant communities (>65%)
50
50
but equally
high native
seed
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
source and
diversity
intermixed
d. Major invasive/nuisance plant management and replanting necessary to
restore and maintain native plant communities (>65%)
25
e. Restoration of native plant community not feasible
0
3.1.2 - Prescribed fire necessity and compatibility (Select the highest
score)
a. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is compatible with
prescribed fire or parcel does not contain fire dependent plant
20
communities
Fire
b. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is incompatible
unlikely to
with prescribed fire
0
0
be safely
contained
3.2 - REMEDIATION AND SITE SECURITY
50
50
3.2.1- Site remediation and human conflict potential (Dumping,
contamination, trespassing, vandalism, other) (Select the highest score)
ATV
trespass
a. Minimal site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
50
50
and
minimal
potential
dumping
b. Moderate site remediation or human conflict issues predicted (Please
describe)
20
c. Major site remediation or human conflict issues predicted (Please
describe)
5
d. Resolving site remediation or human conflict issues not feasible
0
3.3 - ASSISTANCE
5
5
3.3.1- Management assistance by other entity
Cypress
Cove
a. Management assistance by other entity likely
5
5
Landkeepe
r
assistance
possible
b. Management assistance by other entity unlikely
0
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT TOTAL SCORE
175
105
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded
Points/Possible Points*80)
80
48
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
4 - VULNERABILITY (20%)
Possibl
e
Points
Awarde
d Points
Comments
4.1- ZONING AND LAND USE
130
125
4.1.1- Zoning and land use designation (Select the highest score)
a. Zoning allows for Single Family, Multifamily, industrial or commercial
100
100
Estates
b. Zoning allows for density of no greater than 1 unit per 5 acres
75
c. Zoning allows for agricultural use /density of no greater than 1 unit per
40 acres
50
d. Zoning favors stewardship or conservation
0
4.1.2 - Future Land Use Type (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel designated Urban
30
b. Parcel designated Estates, Rural Fringe Receiving and Neutral,
Agriculture
25
25
c. Parcel designated Rural Fringe Sending, Rural Lands Stewardship Area
5
d. Parcel is designated Conservation
0
4.2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANS
50
20
4.2.1- Development plans (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has been approved for development
20
b. SFWMD and/or USACOE permit has been applied for or SDP application
has been submitted
15
c. Parcel has no current development plans
0
0
4.2.2 - Site characteristics amenable to development (Select all that
apply)
a. Parcel is primarily upland
10
10
b. Parcel is along a major roadway
10
5
c. Parcel is >10 acres
5
5
d. Parcel is within 1 mile of a current or planned commercial or multi -unit
residential development
5
VULNERABILITY TOTAL SCORE
180
145
VULNERABILITY WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible Points*80)
80
64
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
8. Additional Site Photos
Mature Cypress within Gore TPMA
Faka-Union canal with opportunities for enhance public access amenities
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Typical site conditions of wetland hardwood communities that have transitioned to mesic flatwood.
Aerial photo of Eid looking north — red line is approximate boundary of TPMA
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Aerial photo of Sunny FL Investments looking south — red line is approximate boundary of TPMA
Aerial photo of Parraga looking east — red line is approximate boundary of TPMA
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions
This report makes use of data layers from the Florida Natural Areas Inventory and University of Florida
Critical Lands and Waters Identification Project (CLIP4). CLIP4 is a collection of spatial data that identify
statewide priorities for a broad range of natural resources in Florida. It was developed through a
collaborative effort between the Florida Areas Natural Inventory (FNAI), the University of Florida
GeoPlan Center and Center for Landscape Conservation Planning, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC). It is used in the Florida Forever Program to evaluate properties for
acquisition. CLIP4 is organized into a set of core natural resource data layers which are representative
of 5 resource categories: biodiversity, landscapes, surface water, groundwater and marine. The first 3
categories have also been combined into the Aggregated layer, which identifies 5 priority levels for
natural resource conservation.
Below is a description of each of the three CLIP4 data layers used in this report.
Fieure 5 - CLIP4 Prioritv Natural Communities
Consists of 12 priority natural community types: upland glades, pine rocklands, seepage slopes, scrub,
sandhill, sandhill upland lakes, rockland hammock, coastal uplands, imperiled coastal lakes, dry prairie,
upland pine, pine flatwoods, upland hardwood forest, or coastal wetlands. These natural communities
are prioritized by a combination of their heritage global status rank (G-rank) and landscape context,
based on the Land Use Intensity Index (subset of CLIP Landscape Integrity Index) and FNAI Potential
Natural Areas. Priority 1 includes G1-G3 communities with Very High or High landscape context.
Priority 2 includes G1-G3 Medium and G4 Very High/High. Priority 3 includes G4 Medium and G5 Very
High/High. Priority 5 is G5 Medium.
This data layer was created by FNAI originally to inform the Florida Forever environmental land
acquisition program. The natural communities were mapped primarily based on the FNAI/FWC
Cooperative Land Cover (CLC) data layer, which is a compilation of best -available land cover data for
the entire state. The CLC is based on both remote -sensed (from aerial photography, primarily from
water management district FLUCCS data) and ground-truthed (from field surveys on many
conservation lands) data.
Fieure 12 - Potential Habitat Richness CLIP4 Ma
This CLIP version 4.0 data layer is unchanged from CLIP v3.0. FWC Potential Habitat Richness. Because
SHCAs do not address species richness, FWC also developed the potential habitat richness layer to
identify areas of overlapping vertebrate species habitat. FWC created a statewide potential habitat
model for each species included in their analysis. In some cases, only a portion of the potential habitat
was ultimately designated as SHCA for each species. The Potential Habitat Richness layer includes the
entire potential habitat model for each species and provides a count of the number of species habitat
models occurring at each location. The highest number of focal species co-occurring at any location in
the model is 13.
Initial Criteria Screening Report- Gore TPMA Folio Number: multiple
Owner Names: multiple Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Figure 13 - CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones
High priorities indicate high potential for recharge to an underlying aquifer system (typically the
Floridan aquifer but could be intermediate or surficial aquifers in some portions of the state). The
highest priorities indicate high potential for recharge to springs or public water supplies. This figure
also includes Wellfield Protection Zones. Collier County Wellfield Protection Zones are referenced in
the Land Development Code and updated in 2010 by Pollution Control and Prevention Department
Staff. The public water supply wellfields, identified in section 3.06.06 and permitted by the SFWMD for
potable water to withdraw a minimum of 100,000 average gallons per day (GPD), are identified as
protected wellfields, around which specific land use and activity (regulated development) shall be
regulated under this section.
Conservation Collier Initial Criteria Screening Report
Panther Walk TPMA
Application Received
Offer Accepted q_
Panther Walk Preserve A -list Parcel-4
Panther Walk Preserve 't
k.Nnther Walk Preserve Target Protection Mailing I I,
Target Protection Area Parcels and Acreage: 232 parcels (452.5 ac)
Applied Parcel Owner(s): Gonzalez (38964160003)
Staff Report Date: August 3, 2022 (Revised August 26, 2022 and February 7, 2024)
Total Score: 290/400
180 160
160 133
140
120
100 80 80 80
80 64 60
60 33
40
20
0
1 - Ecological 2 - Human 3 - Restoration 4 - Vulnerability
Value Value and
Management
■Awarded Points ❑Possible Points
Initial Criteria Screening Report — Panther Walk TPMA
Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
Table of Contents
Date: 8/3/22 (Revised 8/26/22 & 2/7/24)
Tableof Contents......................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Summary of Property............................................................................................................................ 5
Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview.........................................................................................................5
Figure2 - Parcel Close-up.........................................................................................................................6
Figure 3 - Aerial of ICSR boundary............................................................................................................7
2.1 Summary of Property Information....................................................................................................8
Table 1— Summary of Property Information.....................................................................................8
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score....................................................................................................9
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary.....................................................................................9
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates..............................................................9
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value.............................................................................................
10
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays .................................................
10
2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10).................................
11
3. Initial Screening Criteria......................................................................................................................13
3.1 Ecological Values.............................................................................................................................
13
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities.......................................................................................................
13
Table 4. Listed Plant Species....................................................................................................
13
Figure 5 - CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities........................................................................
14
Figure 6 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System ............................................
15
Figure 7 — Cypress strand forest..............................................................................................
16
Figure 8 — Wet prairie situated between pine flatwood and mixed wetland hardwood
communities............................................................................................................................
16
3.1.2 Wildlife Communities............................................................................................................
17
Table 5 — Listed Wildlife Detected...........................................................................................
17
Figure 9 - Wildlife Spatial Data (i.e., telemetry, roosts, etc) ....................................................
18
Figure 10 - CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness...........................................................................
19
3.1.3 Water Resources...................................................................................................................
20
Figure 11 - CLIP Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones ............................
21
Figure 12 - Collier County Soil Survey......................................................................................
22
Figure 13 LIDAR Elevation Map...............................................................................................
23
3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity........................................................................................................
24
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Initial Criteria Screening Report — Panther Walk TPMA Date: 8/3/22 (Revised 8/26/22 & 2/7/24)
Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
Figure 14 - Conservation Lands............................................................................................... 25
3.2 Human Values.................................................................................................................................
26
3.2.1 Recreation.............................................................................................................................
26
3.2.2 Accessibility...........................................................................................................................
26
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement.........................................................................................
26
Figure 15 — Mature cypress strand forest and marsh.............................................................
26
3.3 Restoration and Management.......................................................................................................
26
3.3.1 Vegetation Management......................................................................................................
26
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation.....................................................................................................
26
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire............................................................................................................
27
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security..............................................................................................
27
3.3.3 Assistance..............................................................................................................................
27
3.4 Vulnerability....................................................................................................................................
27
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use.............................................................................................................
27
Figure16 —Zoning ...................................................................................................................
28
Figure17 —Future Land Use....................................................................................................
29
3.4.2 Development Plans...............................................................................................................
30
4. Acquisition Considerations..................................................................................................................30
5. Management Needs and Costs..............................................................................................................30
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management ................
30
6. Potential for Matching Funds..............................................................................................................
30
7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form.........................................................................................................
31
8. Additional Site Photos.........................................................................................................................36
Potential Listed Wildlife Species..............................................................................................
39
Non -Listed Wildlife Species Observed.....................................................................................
40
APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions......................................41
3
Initial Criteria Screening Report — Panther Walk TPMA Date: 8/3/22 (Revised 8/26/22 & 2/7/24)
Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
1. Introduction
The Conservation Collier Program (Program) is an environmentally sensitive land acquisition and
management program approved by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Board) in 2002
and by Collier County Voters in 2002 and 2006. The Program was active in acquisition between 2003 and
2011, under the terms of the referendum. Between 2011 and 2016, the Program was in management
mode. In 2017, the Collier County Board reauthorized Conservation Collier to seek additional lands
(2/14/17, Agenda Item 11B). On November 3, 2020, the Collier County electors approved the
Conservation Collier Re-establishment referendum with a 76.5% majority.
This Initial Criteria Screening Report (ICSR) has been prepared for the Conservation Collier Program in its
12th acquisition cycle to meet requirements specified in the Conservation Collier Implementation
Ordinance, 2002-63, as amended, and for purposes of the Conservation Collier Program. The sole
purpose of this report is to provide objective data to demonstrate how properties meet the criteria
defined by the ordinance.
The following sections characterize the property location and assessed value, elaborate on the initial and
secondary screening criteria scoring, and describe potential funding sources, appropriate use, site
improvements, and estimated management costs.
This ICSR evaluates the entire Panther Walk Preserve Target Protection Mailing Area (TPMA) and one
parcel (Land Quest Holdings) that is adjacent and similar to the TPMA — a total of 232 parcels (452.5
acres). Of those parcels, 193 (375.1 acres) are within the Board approved Panther Walk Preserve multi -
parcel project area and 39 (77.4 acres) are outside of the multi -parcel project area. Parcels within the
multi -parcel project area are A -list properties on the Conservation Collier Active Acquisition List and
can be purchased without further evaluation. Parcels outside of the multi -parcel project area must be
evaluated by the Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory Committee (CCLAAC) and placed on
the recommended Conservation Collier Active Acquisition List for Board consideration.
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Initial Criteria Screening Report — Panther Walk TPMA
Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
2. Summary of Property
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Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
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F_ Application Received
Offer Accepted
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Panther Walk Preserve
Panther Walk Preserve Target Protection Mailing
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Figure 2 - Parcel Close-up
Initial Criteria Screening Report — Panther Walk TPMA Date: 8/3/22 (Revised 8/26/22 & 2/7/24)
Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
1' Panther Walk Boundary
Cofer County
LIICR
0 1 2 3 4
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Figure 3 - Aerial of ICSR boundary
Initial Criteria Screening Report — Panther Walk TPMA Date: 8/3/22 (Revised 8/26/22 & 2/7/24)
Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
2.1 Summary of Property Information
Table 1 — Summary of Property Information
Characteristic
Value
Comments
Name
Multiple
1 parcel within the TPMA but outside the multi -parcel
project boundary applied - Gonzalez
Folio Number
Multiple
232 parcels
Target Protection
Northern Golden
Area
Gate Estates
Size
452.5 total acres
232 parcels ranging between 1.14 and 7.62 acres
Section, Township,
Multiple
S6, T48, R28; 530, T47, R28; and 531, T47, R28
and Range
Zoning
E
Estates
Category/TDRs
Existing structures
None
Adjoining properties
Residential
Low -density, single-family homes
and their Uses
Development Plans
Submitted
None
Known Property
None known
Irregularities
Other County Dept
Parcels along Everglades Blvd. may be needed for roadway
Interest
Transportation
expansion
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
Total Score: 290/400
180 160
160
140 133
120
100 80 80 80
80 64 60
60
40 33
20
0
1- Ecological Value 2 - Human Value 3 - Restoration and 4 - Vulnerability
Management
■ Awarded Points ❑ Possible Points
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary
Criteria
Awarded Weighted
Points
Possible Weighted
Points
Awarded/Possible
Points
1- Ecological Value
133
160
83%
1.1 - Vegetative Communities
40
53
75%
1.2 - Wildlife Communities
24
27
90%
1.3 - Water Resources
16
27
60%
1.4 - Ecosystem Connectivity
53
53
100%
2 - Human Values
33
80
41%
2.1 - Recreation
6
34
17%
2.2 - Accessibility
23
34
67%
2.3 - Aesthetics/Cultural Enhancement
4
11
38%
3 - Restoration and Management
64
80
80%
3.1 - Vegetation Management
55
55
100%
3.2 - Remediation and Site Security
9
23
40%
3.3 - Assistance
0
2
0%
4 - Vulnerability
60
80
75%
4.1 - Zoning and Land Use
56
58
96%
4.2 - Development Plans
4
22
20%
Total
290
400
73%
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates
The interest being appraised is fee simple "as is" for the purchase of the site. A value of the parcel was
estimated using only one of the three traditional approaches to value, the sales comparison approach.
It is based on the principal of substitution that an informed purchaser would pay no more for the rights
in acquiring a particular real property than the cost of acquiring, without undue delay, an equally
desirable one. Three properties were selected for comparison, each with similar site characteristics,
utility availability, zoning classification and road access. No inspection was made of the property or
comparables used in this report and the Real Estate Services Department staff relied upon information
solely provided by program staff. The valuation conclusion is limited only by the reported assumptions
and conditions that no other known or unknown adverse conditions exist.
If the Board of County Commissioners choose to acquire this property, an appraisal by an independent
Real Estate Appraiser will be obtained at that time. Pursuant to the Conservation Collier Purchase Policy,
one appraisal is required for each of the Panther Walk parcels, which have an initial valuation less than
$500,000; 1 independent Real Estate Appraiser will value the subject properties and that appraisal report
will determine the actual value of the subject properties.
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value
Property owner
Address
Acreage
Assessed
EstimatedValue*
Value**
Gonzalez, Pedro M. and Carmen E.
No address
1.14
$35,369
1 $31,400
* Assessed Value is obtained from the Property Appraiser's Website. The Assessed Value is based off
the current use of the property.
**The Estimated Market Value for the Panther Walk parcels was determined from the average per
acre cost obtained from 2 market study appraisals contracted in September 2023.
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays
Zoning, growth management and conservation overlays will affect the value of a parcel. The parcels
are zoned Estates which allows 1 unit per 2.25 acres.
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2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10)
Location Description: Panther Walk Preserve Target Protection Area. Properties are located in North Golden
Gate Estates just south of Immokalee Rd., west of Everglades Blvd., and just south of 561h Ave. NE.
Property Description
Owner
Address and/or Folio
Acreage
Multiple (see map)
Multiple (see map)
232 parcels; 452.5 ac.
Nominations to the Conservation Collier Program are based on satisfying at least two of the initial screening
criteria below. Qualified sites shall then be further prioritized by secondary evaluative criteria.
1. Does the property contain native plant communities? If yes, are any of the following unique and
endangered plant communities present on the property? (Ord. 2002-63, Sec 10(1)(a)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Cypress, Marshes, Hydric Pine Flatwoods, Mesic Flatwoods
Ordinance Plant Community
Corresponding Priority Natural Community
(Florida Cooperative Land Cover System)
Presence
Tropical Hardwood Hammock
Upland Hardwood Forest
❑
Xeric Oak Scrub
Scrub
❑
Coastal Strand
Coastal Upland
❑
Native Beach
Coastal Upland
❑
Xeric Pine
Scrub/Pine Flatwood
❑
Riverine Oak
-
❑
High Marsh (Saline)
Coastal Wetland
❑
Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Coastal Wetland
❑
Other Native Habitats
2. Does the property offer significant human social values, such as equitable geographic distribution,
appropriate access for nature -based recreation, and enhancement of the aesthetic setting of Collier
County? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(b)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
These properties may be accessed from several roads between 56th Ave NE and— 72th Ave NE off Everglades
Boulevard North. The parcels offer land -based opportunities for natural resource -based recreation consistent
with the goals of this program, including but not limited to, environmental education, hiking, and nature
photography. Several of these parcels are adjacent to Estates Elementary School
3. Does the property offer opportunities for protection of water resource values, including aquifer recharge,
water quality enhancement, protection of wetland dependent species habitat, and flood control? Ord.
2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(c)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
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Date: 8/3/22 (Revised 8/26/22 & 2/7/24)
Hydric soils exist on just over 71% of the parcels. These properties are within the Horse Pen Strand and
most contain wetlands, therefore providing habitat for wetland dependent species. These properties
contribute moderately to the aquifer. The presence of hydrologic indicators on most of the properties, such
as cypress knees, buttressed trunks, and open marshes, indicates that most of the properties contain
surface water for at least part of the year.
Does the property offer significant biological values, including biodiversity, listed species habitat,
connectivity, restoration potential and ecological quality? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(d)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Listed plant and animal species have been documented within the Panther Walk Preserve. These parcels all
fall within the same wetland system as the Preserve. The native plant communities present within these
parcels provide additional habitat for a suite of upland and wetland dependent species and wildlife including
the Florida panther and black bear
4. Does the property enhance and/or protect the environmental value of current conservation lands through
function as a buffer, ecological link or habitat corridor? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(e)
Yes ❑ No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Parcels will enhance the Panther Walk Preserve. The parcels all fall within the Horsepen Strand which flows
south from Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed (CREW) owned by the South Florida Water
Management District and Audubon Florida.
Any qualified land which meets at least two of the above criteria and has matching funds available and/or
which Conservation Collier funds availability would leverage a significantly higher funding rank in another
acquisition program. Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(f)
Is the property within the boundary of another agency's acquisition project?
Yes ❑ No ❑
If yes, will use of Conservation Collier funds significantly increase the rank or funding priority of the parcel
for the other agency's acquisition program?
Yes ❑ No ❑
MEETS INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA
❑Yes ❑No
The properties satisfy 5 initial screening criteria
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3. Initial Screening Criteria
3.1 Ecological Values
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities
Cypress strand forest: This habitat is dominated by mature cypress growing in deep water. The midstory
is comprised of strangler fig and coastal plain willow. The understory is comprised of swamp fern,
alligator flag, and other submerged and emergent vegetation. Numerous species of rare epiphytes are
found is these forests.
Cypress/mixed hardwood forests: This habitat is found along the margins of the cypress strand forest
and freshwater marshes. The canopy is comprised of cypress, laurel oak, cabbage palm, and melaleuca.
The midstory is comprised of myrsine, dahoon holly, wax myrtle, and Brazilian pepper. The understory
can be sparse or dense and comprised of swamp fern, saw grass, and sedges.
Oak/Pine hammock: This habitat is dominated by laurel oak, slash pine, and cabbage palms. The midstory
consists of myrsine and saw palmetto. The understory consists of ferns, muscadine, and greenbriers.
Freshwater marsh: The deepest portions of these marshes are dominated by coastal plain willow with
either pickerel weed or alligator flag. The shallower areas are comprised of lance leaf arrowhead and
sedges which give way to grasses and ferns around the perimeter.
Wet prairie: These transitional habitats are found between wetter areas such as cypress strands or
marshes and drier areas such as hammocks and flatwoods. They dominated by grasses and sedges with
a wide variety of small herbaceous species.
Pine flatwoods: This habitat is dominated by slash pines with little midstory. The understory is comprised
of saw palmetto, rusty lyonia, and grasses. Flatwoods present show both hydric and mesic qualities
within a single parcel. Flatwoods are listed as a priority natural community in our region by the Critical
Lands and Waters Identification Project.
Table 4. Listed Plant Species
Common Name
Scientific Name
State Status
Federal Status
Hand fern
Ophioglossum palmatum
Endangered
Not Listed
Stiff -leaved wild -pine, Cardinal airplant
Tillandsia fasciculata
Endangered
Not Listed
Fuzzy-wuzzy air plant
Tillandsia pruinosa
Endangered
Not Listed
Giant air plant
Tillandsia utriculata
Endangered
Not Listed
Reflexed wild -pine, Northern needleleaf
Tillandsia balbisiana
Threatened
Not Listed
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
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Priority 2
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Priority 4
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System
Land Cover
- Canal
- Cultural - Lacustrine
- Cypress
- Cypress/Tupelo(incl Cy/Tu mixed)
- Hydric Pine Flatwoods
- Improved Pasture
- Institutional
- Irrigated Cropland
Isolated Freshwater Swamp
_ Low Intensity Urban
- Marshes
- Mesic Flatwoods
- Mixed Scrub -Shrub Wetland
- Palmetto Prairie
- Quarry Pond
- Residential, Low Density
- Rural Open
- Rural open Pine
- Rural Structures
- Sand & Gravel Pits
- Scrub
- Scrubby Flatwoods
- Shrub and Brushland
- Transportation
- Unimproved/Woodland Pasture
- Urban open Land
To 1
Miles
Application Received
Offer Accepted
Panther Walk Preserve A -list Parcel
Panther Walk Preserve
Panther Walk Presence Target Protection Mailing
Figure 6 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System
Date: 8/3/22 (Revised 8/26/22 & 2/7/24)
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Figure 7— Cypress strand forest
Figure 8 — Wet prairie situated between pine flatwood and mixed wetland hardwood communities
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3.1.2 Wildlife Communities
The biological value of these parcels is primarily the result of containing high integrity habitats ranging
from upland pine flatwoods to deep cypress strand forests. These parcels were disturbed in the past but
have had decades to mature into communities that are well adapted to their current environment. These
high -quality habitats provide the basis for a thriving food chain for both terrestrial and aquatic species
from invertebrates to the largest predators. Black bear scat was found on several parcels and Florida
panthers are well documented within the adjacent Panther Walk Preserve. Although not detected during
the site visit, American alligators are known to utilize the strand. Numerous river otters were observed
crossing the roads. These parcels provide habitat for several species of listed birds which have all been
documented in the immediate area including wood storks, little blue herons, Florida sandhill cranes,
Audubon's crested caracaras, and snail kites. Wetlands of varying depth provide foraging habitats nearly
year-round.
Table 5 — Listed Wildlife Detected
Common Name
Scientific Name
State
Federal
Mode of Detection
Status
Status
Little blue heron
Egretta caerulea
Threatened
n/a
Observed on site visit
Florida sandhill
Antigone conadensis
Threatened
Observed on site visit
crane
pratensis
Crested Caracara
Caracara cheriway
Threatened
Threatened
Rostrhamus sociabilis
Everglades Snail Kite
Endangered
Endangered
plumbeus
Trail camera on PantherWalk
Florida panther
Puma concolor coryi
Endangered
Endangered
Preserve
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
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Miles
Application Received
Offer Accepted
Panther Walk Preserve Target Protection Mailing
Bald Eagle Nests
Q Florida Panther Mortality
Q Florida Panther Telemetry
Black Bear Telemetry
Panther Walk Preserve A -list Parcel
Panther Walk Preserve
Figure 9 - Wildlife Spatial Data (i.e., telemetry, roosts, etc)
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
0 1 2
Miles
Application Received
Offer Accepted
Panther Walk Preserve Target Protection Mailing
Panther Walk Presence A -list Parcel
Panther Walk Preserve
VALUE
1 species
2-4 species
5-6 species
7 species
8-13 species
Figure 10 - CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
3.1.3 Water Resources
These parcels fall within or are adjacent to the northern reaches of the Horsepen Strand. Strands are a
type of forested swamp that form slow flowing, linear drainage channels across flatlands with high water
tables. The Horsepen Strand begins at Immokalee Rd in the Northern Golden Gate Estates and flows
south into the North Belle Meade area located north of 1-75. These parcels protect water resources
significantly. They provide recharge capacity for the Surficial Aquifer. Properties in this area are subject
to frequent flooding. These parcels provide critical flood water attenuation as more land is cleared and
filled for development. Wetland vegetation on these parcels slows down the flow of water and filters
out nutrients and sediments before it reaches the canals which flow into the gulf. The parcels also
provide high quality habitat for wetland dependent species, especially wading birds.
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Priority 6
Panther Walk Preserve A -list Parcel
Panther Walk Preserve
Wellfield Protection Zones
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2-YEAR
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20-YEAR
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Figure 11 - CLIP Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
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Figure 13 LIDAR Elevation Map
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity
These parcels are connected to the existing Panther Walk Preserve. The low -density nature of
development in this neighborhood allows wildlife to move relatively unimpeded across the landscape
and north into the Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed (Figure 13). A protected corridor is
necessary to preserve wildlife's freedom of movement through this rapidly developing landscape.
These parcels protect the highly diverse Horsepen Strand, expand the Panther Walk Preserve, and
provide the backbone for a potential north -south corridor as well as necessary refugia for "urban"
wildlife.
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
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Managed Conservation Area
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
3.2 Human Values
3.2.1 Recreation
These parcels provide seasonal opportunity for passive nature -based recreation such as hiking and
wildlife watching. Once a contiguous string of parcels is acquired an up to two-mile trail may be
installed.
3.2.2 Accessibility
Street parking is available along 56t"-72nd Ave NE. Parcels within the strand may only be seasonally
accessible while those along the perimeter may be dry year-round. Visitors from the surrounding
neighborhood and Estates Elementary can walk or cycle to the trailhead.
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement
These parcels provide green space in a rapidly developing area and mature habitats found on these
parcels provide aesthetically pleasing areas to visit.
Figure 15 — Mature cypress strand forest and marsh
3.3 Restoration and Management
3.3.1 Vegetation Management
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation
Invasive vegetation is primarily found along the roadside swales but is intermixed throughout some
parcels. Infestation rates range from less than 5% to 30%. Invasive vegetation is interspersed in such a
way that replanting is not necessary once removed. Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, and old-world
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climbing fern are the predominant species. Low infestation rates, low seed source, and ease of access
should reduce management costs significantly.
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire
Most parcels within this TPMA are wetlands which do not require prescribed fire maintenance. Some
of the surrounding flatwoods would benefit from reintroduction of prescribed fire. These flatwoods are
compatible with prescribed fire during the wet season. Fire breaks may need to be installed to protect
nearby homes.
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security
There are some off -road vehicle trails crossing the parcels. Historically, attempts to prevent off-roader
trespass have been ineffective, expensive, and have resulted in additional vegetation damage as
trespassers have cut new trails to circumvent the installed barriers. Instead of total prevention, the
best method to mitigate further damage may be to attempt to restrict off-roaders to already
established trails.
3.3.3 Assistance
Assistance is not predicted.
3.4 Vulnerability
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use
The parcels are Zoned as Estates. Estates zoning provides lands for low density residential
development in a semi -rural to rural environment, with limited agricultural activities. Allowable density
is 1 unit per 2.25 acres, or 1 unit per lot if under 2.25 acres. In addition to low density residential
density with limited agricultural activities, the E district is also designed to accommodate as
Conditional Uses, Development that provides services for and is compatible with the low density
residential, semi -rural and rural character of the E district. The wetland nature of these parcels makes
them undesirable for development.
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Q 1 2
Miles
„Application Received
- Offer Accepted
Panther Walk Preserve Target Protection Mailing
Panther Walk Preserve A -list Parcel
Panther Walk Preserve
Zoning General
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I a 1 2
Miles
Application Received
Offer Accepted
Panther Walk Preserve Target Protection Mailing
Panther Walk Presence A -list Parcel
Panther Walk Preserve
Future Land Use
Agricultural /Rural Mixed Use District/RLSA
Estates Desingation
RF-Neutral
RF-Receiving
- RF-Sending
Figure 17—Future Land Use
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3.4.2 Development Plans
Individual parcels within this area are being rapidly developed. This patchy development threatens the
ability to preserve contiguous swaths of habitat.
4. Acquisition Considerations
Staff would like to bring the following items to the attention of the Advisory Committee during the
review of this property. The following does not affect the scoring. The following are items that will be
addressed in the Executive Summary to the Board of County Commissioners if this property moves
forward for ranking.
Staff recommend purchasing all parcels regardless of their proximity to the Panther Walk Preserve.
This will allow for maximum flexibility in creating a contiguous corridor in the future and preserve the
high -quality habitats observed. Although the matrix of undeveloped and partially developed lots in the
Estates is compatible with many species, protected pockets of high -quality habitat provide necessary
refugia and foraging grounds to complete the more secretive portions of their lifecycles. Even if not
directly connected to a wildlife corridor or preserve, these refugia allow species to persist in
increasingly developed landscapes.
5. Management Needs and Costs
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management
Annual
Management
Initial Cost
Recurring
Comments
Element
Cost
$200/acre initial, $100/acre recurring. Low
Invasive
overall costs are predicted due to the low
Vegetation
$102,600.00
$51,300.00
infestation levels and high accessibility. 513
Removal
acres total, not all parcels will be acquired
simultaneously
Trail Installation
$5,000.00
$1,000.00
Hand cutting trails
and Maintenance
Interpretive
$1,000.00
$0.00
Signage
Total
$108,600.00
$53,200.00
6. Potential for Matching Funds
There are no known matching funds or partnership opportunities for acquisition in this area.
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7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form
Property Name: Panther Walk TPMA
Target Protection Mailing Area: Panther Walk TPMA
Folio(s): 232 parcels
Secondary Criteria Scoring
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
percentage
1 - Ecological Value
160
133
83
2 - Human Value
80
33
41
3 - Restoration and Management
80
64
80
4 - Vulnerability
80
60
75
TOTAL SCORE
400
290
73
1 - ECOLOGICAL VALUES (40% of total)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
1.1 VEGETATIVE COMMUNITIES
200
150
1.1.1- Priority natural communities (Select highest score)
a. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 1 communities (1130 - Rockland
Hammock, 1210 - Scrub, 1213 - Sand Pine Scrub, 1214 - Coastal Scrub,
1312 - Scrubby Flatwoods, 1610 - Beach Dune, 1620 - Coastal Berm,
100
1630 - Coastal Grasslands, 1640 - Coastal Strand, or 1650 - Maritime
Hammock)
b. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 2 communities (22211 - Hydric Pine
Hydric Pine
Flatwoods, 2221 - Wet Flatwoods, or 1311- Mesic Flatwoods)
60
60
Flatwoods
c. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 3 communities (5250 - Mangrove
Swamp, or 5240 - Salt Marsh)
50
d. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 4 communities (5250 - Mangrove
Swamp)
25
1.1.2 - Plant community diversity (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_ 3 CLC native plant communities (Florida Cooperative
Land Cover Classification System native plant communities)
20
20
b. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC native plant communities
10
c. Parcel has 0 CLC native plant communities
0
1.1.3 - Listed plant species (excluding commercially exploited
species) (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_5 CLC listed plant species
30
30
b. Parcel has 3-4 CLC listed plant species
20
c. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC listed plant species
10
d. Parcel has 0 CLC listed plant species
0
1.1.4 - Invasive Plant Infestation (Select highest score)
a. 0 - 10% infestation
50
b. 10 - 25% infestation
40
40
c. 25 - 50% infestation
30
d. 50 - 75% infestation
20
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e. >_75% infestation
10
1.2 - WILDLIFE COMMUNITIES
100
90
1.2.1- Listed wildlife species (Select the highest score)
a. Listed wildlife species documented on the parcel
80
80
b. Listed wildlife species documented on adjacent property
60
c. CLIP Potential Habitat Richness >_5 species
40
d. No listed wildlife documented near parcel
0
1.2.2 - Significant wildlife habitat (Rookeries, roosts, denning sites,
nesting grounds, high population densities, etc) (Select highest
score)
a. Parcel protects significant wildlife habitat (Please describe)
20
b. Parcel enhances adjacent to significant wildlife habitat (Please
describe)
10
10
PWP and
undeveloped
c. Parcel does not enhance significant wildlife habitat
0
0
1.3 - WATER RESOURCES
100
60
1.3.1- Aquifer recharge (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is located within a wellfield protection zone or within a CLIP4
Aquifer Recharge Priority 1 area
40
b. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 2 or 3 area
30
c. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 4 or 5 area
20
20
d. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 6 area
0
1.3.2 - Surface Water Protection (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an Outstanding
Florida Waterbody
30
b. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for a creek, river,
lake, canal or other surface water body
20
20
c. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an identified
flowway
15
d. Wetlands exist on site
10
e. Parcel does not provide opportunities for surface water quality
enhancement
0
1.3.3 - Floodplain Management (Select all that apply)
a. Parcel has depressional or slough soils
10
10
b. Parcel has known history of flooding and is likely to provide onsite
water attenuation
10
10
c. Parcel provides storm surge buffering
10
d. Parcel does not provide floodplain management benefits
0
1.4 - ECOSYSTEM CONNECTIVITY
200
200
1.4.1 - Acreage (Select Highest Score)
a. Parcel is >_ 300 acres
150
150
b. Parcel is >_ 100 acres
100
b. Parcel is >_ 50 acres
75
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c. Parcel is >_ 25 acres
25
d. Parcel is >_ 10 acres
15
e. Parcel is < 10 acres
0
1.4.2 - Connectivity (Select highest score)
a. Parcel is immediately contiguous with conservation lands
50
50
PWP
b. Parcel is not immediately contiguous, but parcels between it and
nearby conservation lands are undeveloped
25
c. Parcel is isolated from conservation land
0
0
ECOLOGICAL VALUES TOTAL POINTS
600
500
ECOLOGICAL VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*160)
160
133
2 - HUMAN VALUES (20%)
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
Comments
2.1 - RECREATION
120
20
2.1.1- Compatible recreation activities (Select all that apply)
a. Hunting
20
b. Fishing
20
c. Water -based recreation (paddling, swimming, etc)
20
d. Biking
20
e. Equestrian
20
f. Passive natural -resource based recreation (Hiking, photography,
wildlife watching, environmental education, etc)
20
20
g. Parcel is incompatible with nature -based recreation
0
2.2 - ACCESSIBILITY
120
80
2.2.1- Seasonality (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation year-round
20
b. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation seasonally
10
10
c. Parcel is inaccessible for land -based recreation
0
2.2.2 - Vehicle access (Select the highest score)
a. Public access via paved road
50
50
b. Public access via unpaved road
30
c. Public access via private road
20
d. No public access
0
2.2.3 - Parking Availability (Select the highest score)
a. Minor improvements necessary to provide on -site parking
40
b. Major improvements necessary to provide on -site parking
(Requires site development plan)
25
b. Public parking available nearby or on adjacent preserve
20
c. Street parking available
10
10
d. No public parking available
0
2.2.4 - Pedestrian access (Select the highest score)
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a. Parcel is easily accessible to pedestrians (within walking distance of
housing development)
10
10
b. Parcel is not easily accessible to pedestrians
0
2.3 - AESTHETICS/CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT
40
15
2.3.1- Aesthetic/cultural value (Choose all that apply)
a. Mature/outstanding native vegetation
5
5
b. Scenic vistas
5
c. Frontage enhances aesthetics of public thoroughfare
10
10
d. Archaeological/historical structures present
15
e. Other (Please describe)
5
f. None
0
HUMAN VALUES TOTAL SCORE
280
115
HUMAN VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*80)
80
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3 - RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT (20%)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
3.1 - VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
120
120
3.1.1- Invasive plant management needs (Select the highest score)
a. Minimal invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore
and maintain native plant communities (<30%)
100
100
b. Moderate invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to
restore and maintain native plant communities (30-65%)
75
c. Major invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore
and maintain native plant communities (>65%)
50
d. Major invasive/nuisance plant management and replanting
necessary to restore and maintain native plant communities (>65%)
25
e. Restoration of native plant community not feasible
0
3.1.2 - Prescribed fire necessity and compatibility (Select the highest
score)
a. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is
compatible with prescribed fire or parcel does not contain fire
20
20
dependent plant communities
b. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is
0
incompatible with prescribed fire
3.2 - REMEDIATION AND SITE SECURITY
50
20
3.2.1- Site remediation and human conflict potential (Dumping,
contamination, trespassing, vandalism, other) (Select the highest
score)
a. Minimal site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
50
b. Moderate site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
20
20
(Please describe)
c. Major site remediation or human conflict issues predicted (Please
5
describe)
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d. Resolving site remediation or human conflict issues not feasible
0
3.3 - ASSISTANCE
5
0
3.4.1- Management assistance by other entity
a. Management assistance by other entity likely
5
b. Management assistance by other entity unlikely
0
0
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT TOTAL SCORE
175
140
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded
Points/Possible Points*80)
80
64
4 - VULNERABILITY (20%)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
4.1 - ZONING AND LAND USE
130
125
4.1.1- Zoning and land use designation (Select the highest score)
a. Zoning allows for Single Family, Multifamily, industrial or
commercial
100
100
b. Zoning allows for density of no greater than 1 unit per 5 acres
75
c. Zoning allows for agricultural use /density of no greater than 1 unit
per 40 acres
50
d. Zoning favors stewardship or conservation
0
4.1.2 - Future Land Use Type (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel designated Urban
30
b. Parcel designated Estates, Rural Fringe Receiving and Neutral,
Agriculture
25
25
c. Parcel designated Rural Fringe Sending, Rural Lands Stewardship
Area
5
d. Parcel is designated Conservation
0
4.2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANS
50
10
4.2.1- Development plans (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has been approved for development
20
b. SFWMD and/or USACOE permit has been applied for or SDP
application has been submitted
15
c. Parcel has no current development plans
0
0
4.2.2 - Site characteristics amenable to development (Select all that
apply)
a. Parcel is primarily upland
10
b. Parcel is along a major roadway
10
c. Parcel is >10 acres
5
5
d. Parcel is within 1 mile of a current or planned commercial or multi-
unit residential development
5
5
VULNERABILITY TOTAL SCORE
180
135
VULNERABILITY WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*80)
80
60
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
8. Additional Site Photos
Wide off -road vehicle trail ringing freshwater marsh on 70th Ave NE
Horsepen Strand looking north from 60th Ave NE. Note lighter green cypress foliage in center surrounded by
darker pines and oak
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Melaleuca infestation in transitional habitat zone off 62nd Ave NE
Gonzalez parcel between 2 developed lots
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Owner Name(S): Gonzalez
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Left: State endangered giant air plant (Tillandsia utriculata)
Center: State endangered hand fern (Ophioglossum palmatum)
Right: State endangered fuzzy-wuzzy air plants (Tillandsia pruinosa)
Potential Listed Wildlife Species
Common Name
Scientific Name
Status
Florida bonneted bat
Eumops floridanus
FE
Florida panther
Puma concolor coryi
FE
Everglade snail kite
Rostrhamus sociabilis plumbeus
FE
Wood stork
Mycteria americana
FT
Audubon's crested caracara
Polyborus plancus audubonii
FT
Mangrove fox squirrel
Sciurus niger avicennia
ST
Tricolored heron
Egretta tricolor
ST
Roseate spoonbill
Platalea ajaja
ST
American alligator
Alligator mississippiensis
FT (S/A)
Status: FE=Federally Endangered, FT=Federally Threatened, FT (S/A)=Federally Threatened due to Similarity of
Appearance, SE=State Endangered, ST=State Threatened, CE= Commercially Exploited
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Non -Listed Wildlife Species Observed
Species
Scientific Name
nine -banded armadillo
Dasypus novemcinctus
eastern gray squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
raccoon
Procyon lotor
North American river otter
Lontra canadensis
white-tailed deer
Odocoileus virginianus
black bear
Ursus americanus
cat
Felis catus
black racer
Coluber constrictor
chicken turtle
Deirochelys reticularia
southern leopard frog
Lithobates sphenocephalus
queen butterfly
Danaus gilippus
great blue heron
Ardea herodias
great egret
Ardea alba
green heron
Butorides virescens
American bittern
Botaurus lentiginosus
white ibis
Eudocimus albus
belted kingfisher
Megaceryle alcyon
anhinga
Anhinga anhinga
black -bellied whistling -ducks
Dendrocygna autumnalis
wild turkey
Meleagris gallopavo
red -shouldered hawk
Buteo lineatus
black vulture
Coragyps atratus
turkey vulture
Cathartes aura
American crow
Corvus brachyrhynchos
blue jay
Cyanocitta cristata
red -bellied woodpecker
Melanerpes carolinus
pileated woodpecker
Dryocopus pileatus
downy woodpecker
Dryobates pubescens
yellow -bellied sapsucker
Sphyrapicus varius
pine warbler
Setophaga pinus
northern parula
Setophaga americana
blue -gray gnat catcher
Polioptila caerulea
northern mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
gray catbird
Dumetella carolinensis
mourning dove
Zenaida macroura
common ground dove
Columbina passerina
northern cardinal
Cardinalis cardinalis
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APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions
This report makes use of data layers from the Florida Natural Areas Inventory and University of Florida
Critical Lands and Waters Identification Project (CLIP4). CLIP4 is a collection of spatial data that identify
statewide priorities for a broad range of natural resources in Florida. It was developed through a
collaborative effort between the Florida Areas Natural Inventory (FNAI), the University of Florida
GeoPlan Center and Center for Landscape Conservation Planning, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC). It is used in the Florida Forever Program to evaluate properties for
acquisition. CLIP4 is organized into a set of core natural resource data layers which are representative
of 5 resource categories: biodiversity, landscapes, surface water, groundwater and marine. The first 3
categories have also been combined into the Aggregated layer, which identifies 5 priority levels for
natural resource conservation.
Below is a description of each of the three CLIP4 data layers used in this report.
Fieure 5: CLIP4 Prioritv Natural Communities
Consists of 12 priority natural community types: upland glades, pine rocklands, seepage slopes, scrub,
sandhill, sandhill upland lakes, rockland hammock, coastal uplands, imperiled coastal lakes, dry prairie,
upland pine, pine flatwoods, upland hardwood forest, or coastal wetlands. These natural communities
are prioritized by a combination of their heritage global status rank (G-rank) and landscape context,
based on the Land Use Intensity Index (subset of CLIP Landscape Integrity Index) and FNAI Potential
Natural Areas. Priority 1 includes G1-G3 communities with Very High or High landscape context.
Priority 2 includes G1-G3 Medium and G4 Very High/High. Priority 3 includes G4 Medium and G5 Very
High/High. Priority 5 is G5 Medium.
This data layer was created by FNAI originally to inform the Florida Forever environmental land
acquisition program. The natural communities were mapped primarily based on the FNAI/FWC
Cooperative Land Cover (CLC) data layer, which is a compilation of best -available land cover data for
the entire state. The CLC is based on both remote -sensed (from aerial photography, primarily from
water management district FLUCCS data) and ground-truthed (from field surveys on many
conservation lands) data.
Fieure 10: Potential Habitat Richness CLIP4 Ma
This CLIP version 4.0 data layer is unchanged from CLIP v3.0. FWC Potential Habitat Richness. Because
SHCAs do not address species richness, FWC also developed the potential habitat richness layer to
identify areas of overlapping vertebrate species habitat. FWC created a statewide potential habitat
model for each species included in their analysis. In some cases, only a portion of the potential habitat
was ultimately designated as SHCA for each species. The Potential Habitat Richness layer includes the
entire potential habitat model for each species and provides a count of the number of species habitat
models occurring at each location. The highest number of focal species co-occurring at any location in
the model is 13.
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Figure 11: CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones
High priorities indicate high potential for recharge to an underlying aquifer system (typically the
Floridan aquifer but could be intermediate or surficial aquifers in some portions of the state). The
highest priorities indicate high potential for recharge to springs or public water supplies. This figure
also includes Wellfield Protection Zones. Collier County Wellfield Protection Zones are referenced in
the Land Development Code and updated in 2010 by Pollution Control and Prevention Department
Staff. The public water supply wellfields, identified in section 3.06.06 and permitted by the SFWMD for
potable water to withdraw a minimum of 100,000 average gallons per day (GPD), are identified as
protected wellfields, around which specific land use and activity (regulated development) shall be
regulated under this section.
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Conservation Collier Initial Criteria Screening Report
Winchester Head
1 0 0.75
Miles
Winchester Head Preserve
Offar Accepted
_] Winchester Head Preserve A -list Parcel
Winchester Head Preserve Potential
�— Expansion Parcel
j_ Application Received
CONfefHfATION
/���CCI LLICR
Total Parcels and Acreage: 40 parcels (52.6 ac)
Applied Parcel Owner(s): Lynch (39961440000)
Staff Report Date: September 13, 2004 (Revised February 7, 2024)
Total Score: 241/400
200
160
150
100 89 80 64 80 80
58
50 30
0
1 - Ecological 2 - Human Value 3-Restoration 4-Vulnerability
Value and
Management
■Awarded Points ❑Possible Points
Initial Criteria Screening Report — Winchester Head Date: 9/13/2004 (Revised 2/7/2024)
Owner Name(S): Lynch
Table of Contents
Tableof Contents......................................................................................................................................... 2
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Summary of Property............................................................................................................................ 5
Figure 1 - Parcel Location Overview.........................................................................................................5
Figure2 - Parcel Close-up.........................................................................................................................6
Figure 3 —Aerial of ICSR boundary...........................................................................................................7
2.1 Summary of Property Information....................................................................................................8
Table 1— Summary of Property Information.....................................................................................8
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score....................................................................................................9
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary.....................................................................................9
2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates...........................................................
10
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value.............................................................................................
10
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays .................................................
10
2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10).................................
11
3. Initial Screening Criteria......................................................................................................................13
3.1 Ecological Values.............................................................................................................................
13
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities.......................................................................................................
13
Table 4. Listed Plant Species....................................................................................................
13
Figure 5 - CLIP4 Priority Natural Communities........................................................................
14
Figure 6 - Florida Cooperative Land Cover Classification System ............................................
15
Figure 7 — Cypress strand forest..............................................................................................
16
Figure 8 — Cypress/Pine/Cabbage Palm...................................................................................
16
3.1.2 Wildlife Communities............................................................................................................
17
Table 5 — Listed Wildlife Detected...........................................................................................
17
Figure 9 - Wildlife Spatial Data (i.e., telemetry, roosts, etc) ....................................................
18
Figure 10 - CLIP4 Potential Habitat Richness...........................................................................
19
3.1.3 Water Resources...................................................................................................................
20
Figure 11 - CLIP Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones ............................
21
Figure 12 - Collier County Soil Survey......................................................................................
22
Figure 13 LIDAR Elevation Map...............................................................................................
23
3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity........................................................................................................
24
Figure 14 - Conservation Lands...............................................................................................
24
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3.2 Human Values.................................................................................................................................
25
3.2.1 Recreation.............................................................................................................................
25
3.2.2 Accessibility...........................................................................................................................
25
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement.........................................................................................
25
Figure 15 — Cypress and marsh...............................................................................................
25
3.3 Restoration and Management.......................................................................................................
25
3.3.1 Vegetation Management......................................................................................................
25
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation.....................................................................................................
25
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire............................................................................................................
26
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security..............................................................................................
26
3.3.3 Assistance..............................................................................................................................
26
3.4 Vulnerability....................................................................................................................................
26
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use.............................................................................................................
26
Figure16 - Zoning...................................................................................................................
27
Figure17 —Future Land Use....................................................................................................
28
3.4.2 Development Plans...............................................................................................................
29
4. Acquisition Considerations..................................................................................................................29
5. Management Needs and Costs..............................................................................................................29
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management ................
29
6. Potential for Matching Funds..............................................................................................................
29
7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form.........................................................................................................
30
8. Additional Site Photos.........................................................................................................................35
APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions......................................40
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1. Introduction
The Conservation Collier Program (Program) is an environmentally sensitive land acquisition and
management program approved by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners (Board) in 2002
and by Collier County Voters in 2002 and 2006. The Program was active in acquisition between 2003 and
2011, under the terms of the referendum. Between 2011 and 2016, the Program was in management
mode. In 2017, the Collier County Board reauthorized Conservation Collier to seek additional lands
(2/14/17, Agenda Item 11B). On November 3, 2020, the Collier County electors approved the
Conservation Collier Re-establishment referendum with a 76.5% majority.
This Initial Criteria Screening Report (ICSR) has been prepared for the Conservation Collier Program in its
12th acquisition cycle to meet requirements specified in the Conservation Collier Implementation
Ordinance, 2002-63, as amended, and for purposes of the Conservation Collier Program. The sole
purpose of this report is to provide objective data to demonstrate how properties meet the criteria
defined by the ordinance.
The following sections characterize the property location and assessed value, elaborate on the initial and
secondary screening criteria scoring, and describe potential funding sources, appropriate use, site
improvements, and estimated management costs.
This ICSR evaluates the entire Winchester Head area — a total of 40 parcels (52.6 acres). Of those
parcels, 36 (52.6 acres) are within the Board approved Winchester Head Preserve multi -parcel project
area and 4 (4.6 acres) are adjacent and similar to the multi -parcel project area, but just outside of it.
Parcels within the multi -parcel project area are A -list properties on the Conservation Collier Active
Acquisition List and can be purchased without further evaluation. Parcels outside of the multi -parcel
project area must be evaluated by the Conservation Collier Land Acquisition Advisory Committee
(CCLAAC) and placed on the recommended Conservation Collier Active Acquisition List for Board
consideration.
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2. Summary of Property
Date: 9/13/2004 (Revised 2/7/2024)
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Miles
Winchester Head Preserve
F_ Winchester Head Preserve A -list Parcel
CWinchester Head Preserve Potential
Expansion Parcel
Offer Accepted
0 Application Received
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Owner Name(S): Lynch
2.1 Summary of Property Information
Table 1 — Summary of Property Information
Characteristic
Value
Comments
4 parcels outside the multi -parcel project boundary, 1 of
Name
Multiple
which has submitted and application - Lynch
Folio Number
Multiple
40 parcels
Target Protection
Northern Golden
Area
Gate Estates
Size
52.6 total acres
40 parcels ranging between 1.14 and 2.73 acres
Section, Township,
and Range
517, T48, R28
Zoning
Category/TDRs
E
Estates
Existing structures
None
Adjoining properties
Residential
Low -density, single-family homes
and their Uses
Development Plans
Submitted
None
Known Property
None known
Irregularities
Other County Dept
None known
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Total Score: 241/400
180 160
160
140
120
100 89
80 80 80
80 64 58
60
40 30
20
0
1 - Ecological Value 2 - Human Value 3 - Restoration and 4 - Vulnerability
Management
■ Awarded Points ❑ Possible Points
Figure 4 - Secondary Criteria Score
Table 2 - Secondary Criteria Score Summary
Criteria
Awarded Weighted
Points
Possible Weighted
Points
Awarded/Possible
Points
1 - Ecological Value
89
160
56%
1.1 - Vegetative Communities
19
53
35%
1.2 - Wildlife Communities
24
27
90%
1.3 - Water Resources
13
27
50%
1.4 - Ecosystem Connectivity
33
53
63%
2 - Human Values
30
80
38%
2.1 - Recreation
6
34
17%
2.2 - Accessibility
20
34
58%
2.3 - Aesthetics/Cultural Enhancement
4
11
38%
3 - Restoration and Management
64
80
80%
3.1 - Vegetation Management
55
55
100%
3.2 - Remediation and Site Security
9
23
40%
3.3 - Assistance
0
2
0%
4 - Vulnerability
58
80
72%
4.1 - Zoning and Land Use
56
58
96%
4.2 - Development Plans
2
22
10%
Total
241
400
60%
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2.2 Summary of Assessed Value and Property Cost Estimates
The interest being appraised is fee simple "as is" for the purchase of the site. A value of the parcel was
estimated using only one of the three traditional approaches to value, the sales comparison approach.
It is based on the principal of substitution that an informed purchaser would pay no more for the rights
in acquiring a particular real property than the cost of acquiring, without undue delay, an equally
desirable one. Three properties were selected for comparison, each with similar site characteristics,
utility availability, zoning classification and road access. No inspection was made of the property or
comparables used in this report and the Real Estate Services Department staff relied upon information
solely provided by program staff. The valuation conclusion is limited only by the reported assumptions
and conditions that no other known or unknown adverse conditions exist.
If the Board of County Commissioners choose to acquire this property, an appraisal by an independent
Real Estate Appraiser will be obtained at that time. Pursuant to the Conservation Collier Purchase Policy,
one appraisal is required for each of the Winchester Head parcels, which have a collective valuation over
$500,000; two independent Real Estate Appraisers will value the subject area, and those appraisal
reports will be used to determine offers for the subject properties.
Table 3. Assessed & Estimated Value
Property owner
Address
Acreage
Assessed
EstimatedValue*
Value**
Lynch, Andre
No address
1.14
$60,420
$
* Assessed Value is obtained from the Property Appraiser's Website. The Assessed Value is based off
the current use of the property.
**The Estimated Market Value for the Winchester Head parcels was obtained from the Collier County
Real Property Section in January 2024.
2.2.1 Zoning, Growth Management and Conservation Overlays
Zoning, growth management and conservation overlays will affect the value of a parcel. The parcels
are zoned Estates which allows 1 unit per 2.25 acres.
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2.3 Summary of Initial Screening Criteria Satisfaction (Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10)
Location Description: Winchester Head - Properties are located in North Golden Gate Estates just north of Oil
Well Rd., east of Everglades Blvd. N , and between 415t Ave. NE and 35th Ave NE.
Property Description
Owner
Address and/or Folio
Acreage
Multiple
Multiple
40 parcels; 52.6 ac.
Nominations to the Conservation Collier Program are based on satisfying at least two of the initial screening
criteria below. Qualified sites shall then be further prioritized by secondary evaluative criteria.
1. Does the property contain native plant communities? If yes, are any of the following unique and
endangered plant communities present on the property? (Ord. 2002-63, Sec 10(1)(a)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Cypress, Marshes, and Mixed Scrub Wetland
Ordinance Plant Community
Corresponding Priority Natural Community
(Florida Cooperative Land Cover System)
Presence
Tropical Hardwood Hammock
Upland Hardwood Forest
❑
Xeric Oak Scrub
Scrub
❑
Coastal Strand
Coastal Upland
❑
Native Beach
Coastal Upland
❑
Xeric Pine
Scrub/Pine Flatwood
❑
Riverine Oak
-
❑
High Marsh (Saline)
Coastal Wetland
❑
Tidal Freshwater Marsh
Coastal Wetland
❑
Other Native Habitats
2. Does the property offer significant human social values, such as equitable geographic distribution,
appropriate access for nature -based recreation, and enhancement of the aesthetic setting of Collier
County? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(b)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
These properties may be accessed from several roads between 41" Ave NE and — 35th Ave NE off Everglades
Boulevard North. The parcels offer land -based opportunities for natural resource -based recreation consistent
with the goals of this program, including but not limited to, environmental education, hiking, and nature
photography.
3. Does the property offer opportunities for protection of water resource values, including aquifer recharge,
water quality enhancement, protection of wetland dependent species habitat, and flood control? Ord.
2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(c)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
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Hydric soils exist on all of the parcels. These properties are within Winchester Head and nearly all of them
contain wetlands, therefore providing habitat for wetland dependent species. These properties contribute
moderately to the aquifer. The presence of hydrologic indicators on most of the properties, such as cypress
knees, buttressed trunks, and open marshes, indicates that most of the properties contain surface water for
at least part of the year.
Does the property offer significant biological values, including biodiversity, listed species habitat,
connectivity, restoration potential and ecological quality? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(d)
Yes ® No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Listed plant and animal species have been documented within the Winchester Head Preserve. These parcels
all fall within the same wetland system as the Preserve. The native plant communities present within these
parcels provide additional habitat for a suite of upland and wetland dependent species and wildlife including
the Florida panther and black bear.
4. Does the property enhance and/or protect the environmental value of current conservation lands through
function as a buffer, ecological link or habitat corridor? Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(e)
Yes ❑ No ❑ (If yes, briefly describe how parcel meets the above criteria):
Parcels will enhance the Winchester Head Preserve.
Any qualified land which meets at least two of the above criteria and has matching funds available and/or
which Conservation Collier funds availability would leverage a significantly higher funding rank in another
acquisition program. Ord. 2002-63, Sec. 10 (1)(f)
Is the property within the boundary of another agency's acquisition project?
Yes ❑ No ❑
If yes, will use of Conservation Collier funds significantly increase the rank or funding priority of the parcel
for the other agency's acquisition program?
Yes ❑ No ❑
MEETS INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA
❑Yes ❑No
The properties satisfy 5 initial screening criteria
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3. Initial Screening Criteria
3.1 Ecological Values
3.1.1 Vegetative Communities
Cypress: This habitat is dominated by mature cypress growing in deep water. The midstory is comprised of
strangler fig and coastal plain willow. The understory is comprised of swamp fern, alligator flag, royal fern,
maidencane, and other submerged and emergent vegetation. Numerous species of rare epiphytes are found is
these forests.
Freshwater marsh: The deepest portions of these marshes are dominated by coastal plain willow and buttonbush
with either pickerel weed or alligator flag. The shallower areas are comprised of lance leaf arrowhead and sedges
which give way to grasses and ferns around the perimeter.
Mixed Wetland Hardwoods: This habitat's canopy is dominated by cabbage palm, cypress, and laurel oak.
Midstory consists of wax myrtle and saltbush. Groundcover is primarily swamp fern.
Cypress/Pine/Cabbage Palm: This canopy is dominated by slash pine, cabbage palm, and cypress. Midstory
consists of cabbage palm with some laurel oak and wax myrtle The understory is comprised of saltbush, Saint
John's wort, and native grasses including Andopogon species.
Table 4. Listed Plant Species
Common Name
Scientific Name
State Status
Federal Status
Stiff -leaved wild -pine, Cardinal airplant
Tillandsia fasciculata
State Endangered
Not Listed
Fuzzy-wuzzy air plant
Tillandsia pruinosa
State Endangered
Not Listed
Reflexed wild -pine, Northern needleleaf
Tillandsia balbisiana
State Threatened
Not Listed
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CLIP4 Priority Natural
Communities
Priority 1 (highest)
Priority 2
Priority 3
- Priority 4
Figure 5 - CLIP4 Priority Noturol Communities
Date: 9/13/2004 (Revised 2/7/2024)
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Winchester Head Preserve Potential
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Land Cover
Cypress
Marshes
Mesic Flatwoods
Mixed Scrub -Shrub Wetland
Residential, Low Density
Transportation
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3.1.2 Wildlife Communities
The biological value of these parcels is primarily the result of containing high integrity habitats ranging from
cypress/pine/cabbage palm to deep cypress. These habitats sustain both terrestrial and aquatic species from
invertebrates to the largest predators. Black bear and Florida panther utilize this area. Although not detected
during site, American alligators are known to utilize these types of large wetland areas. These parcels provide
habitat for several species of listed birds which have all been documented in the immediate area including wood
storks and little blue herons. Wetlands of varying depth provide foraging habitats nearly year-round.
Table S — Listed Wildlife Detected
Common Name
Scientific Name
State
FederalStatus Status
Mode of Detection
Little blue heron
Egretta caerulea
Threatened
n/a
Observed on site visit
Wood stork
Mycteria americana
Threatened
Threatened
Observed on site visit
Florida panther
Puma concolor coryi
Endangered
Endangered
Telemetry points
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Expansion Parcel
Conservation Collier Preserve
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3.1.3 Water Resources
These parcels fall within the depressional, topographic feature known as Winchester Head, which was
historically part of the Horsepen Strand. Winchester Head is a circular marsh feature that is deep in the
center with elevation increasing away from the center. This allows for excellent water storage and
variable hydro -periods within several different habitat types that are primarily determined by elevation.
These parcels protect water resources significantly. They provide recharge capacity for the Surficial
Aquifer and provide high quality habitat for wetland dependent species, especially wading birds.
Acquisition within Winchester Head provides floodplain storage for surrounding home sites during high
rainy season. These types of depressional storage areas were included in the water management models
for the Golden Gate canal system done by the Big Cypress Basin, South Florida Water Management
District, and are a component of flood control for the area. Winchester Head has also been targeted for
future watershed improvement projects in the County's Watershed Management Plan.
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Wellfield Protection Zones
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2-YEAR
5-YEAR
20-YEAR
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Priority 3
Priority 4
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Hydric Soils
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Winchester Head Preserve Potential
Expansion Parcel
Q Application Received
LIDAR
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3.1.4 Ecosystem Connectivity
These parcels are adjacent to the existing Winchester Head Preserve, which consists of 76 parcels
totaling 107.2 acres. Acquisition of these parcels will expand Winchester Head Preserve.
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Expansion Parcel
Application Received
Managed Conservation Areas
Other Conservation Lands
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Figure 14 - Conservation Lands
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3.2 Human Values
3.2.1 Recreation
These parcels provide seasonal opportunity for passive nature -based recreation such as hiking and
wildlife watching. Once a contiguous string of parcels is acquired a trail may be installed.
3.2.2 Accessibility
Street parking is available along 41st Ave NE and — 35th Ave NE. Parcels within Winchester Head may
only be seasonally accessible while those along the perimeter may be dry year-round. Visitors from the
surrounding neighborhood could walk or cycle to the trailhead.
3.2.3 Aesthetic/Cultural Enhancement
These parcels provide green space in a rapidly developing area and mature habitats found on these parcels
provide aesthetically pleasing areas to visit.
Figure 15 — Cypress and marsh
3.3 Restoration and Management
3.3.1 Vegetation Management
3.3.1.1 Invasive Vegetation
Invasive vegetation is primarily found along the roadside swales but is intermixed throughout some
parcels. Infestation rates range from less than 5% to 30%. Invasive vegetation is interspersed in such a
way that replanting is not necessary once removed. Brazilian pepper and old-world climbing fern are
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the predominant species. Low infestation rates, low seed source, and ease of access should reduce
management costs significantly.
3.3.1.2 Prescribed Fire
The parcels within Winchester Head are wetlands which do not require prescribed fire maintenance.
3.3.2 Remediation and Site Security
There are some off -road vehicle trails crossing the parcels along the edges of Winchester Head.
Historically, attempts to prevent off-roader trespass have been ineffective, expensive, and have
resulted in additional vegetation damage as trespassers have cut new trails to circumvent the installed
barriers. Instead of total prevention, the best method to mitigate further damage may be to attempt to
restrict off-roaders to already established trails.
3.3.3 Assistance
Assistance is not predicted.
3.4 Vulnerability
3.4.1 Zoning and Land Use
The parcels are Zoned as Estates. Estates zoning provides lands for low density residential
development in a semi -rural to rural environment, with limited agricultural activities. Allowable density
is 1 unit per 2.25 acres, or 1 unit per lot if under 2.25 acres. In addition to low density residential
density with limited agricultural activities, the E district is also designed to accommodate as
Conditional Uses, Development that provides services for and is compatible with the low density
residential, semi -rural and rural character of the E district. The wetland nature of these parcels makes
them undesirable for development.
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Winchester Head Preserve
Q offer Accepted
Winchester Head Preserve A -list Parcel
Winchester Head Preserve Potential
Expansion Parcel
Q Application Received
Zoning General
E
Figure 16 - Zoning
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Winchester Head Preserve Potential
Expansion Parcel
Q Application Received
Future Land Use
Estates Desingation
Figure 17 —Future Land Use
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3.4.2 Development Plans
Individual parcels along the outskirts of Winchester Head are being rapidly developed. This patchy
development threatens the ability to preserve contiguous swaths of habitat.
4. Acquisition Considerations
Staff would like to bring the following items to the attention of the Advisory Committee during the
review of this property. The following does not affect the scoring. The following are items that will be
addressed in the Executive Summary to the Board of County Commissioners if this property moves
forward for ranking.
Staff recommend purchasing all parcels regardless of their proximity to Winchester Head Preserve. This
will preserve the high -quality habitats observed. Although the matrix of undeveloped and partially
developed lots in the Estates is compatible with many species, protected pockets of high -quality
habitat provide necessary refugia and foraging grounds to complete the more secretive portions of
their lifecycles. Even if not directly connected to a wildlife corridor or preserve, these refugia allow
species to persist in increasingly developed landscapes.
5. Management Needs and Costs
Table 6 - Estimated Costs of Site Remediation, Improvements, and Management
Management
Initial
Annual
Element
Cost
Recurring
Comments
Cost
Estimated at $400/acre initial, $200/acre
Invasive Vegetation
$21,100
$10,500
recurring. 52.6 acres total, not all parcels will be
Removal
acquired simultaneously
Trail Installation
$5,000
$1,000
Hand cutting trails
and Maintenance
Interpretive
$1,000
$0.00
Signage
Total
$27,100
$11,500
6. Potential for Matching Funds
There are no known matching funds or partnership opportunities for acquisition in this area.
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7. Secondary Criteria Scoring Form
Property Name: Winchester Head
Target Protection Mailing Area: Winchester Head
Folio(s):
Secondary Criteria Scoring
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
percentage
1 - Ecological Value
160
89
56
2 - Human Value
80
30
38
3 - Restoration and Management
80
64
80
4 - Vulnerability
80
58
72
TOTAL SCORE
400
241
60
1 - ECOLOGICAL VALUES (40% of total)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
1.1 VEGETATIVE COMMUNITIES
200
70
1.1.1- Priority natural communities (Select highest score)
a. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 1 communities (1130 - Rockland
Hammock, 1210 - Scrub, 1213 - Sand Pine Scrub, 1214 - Coastal Scrub,
1312 - Scrubby Flatwoods, 1610 - Beach Dune, 1620 - Coastal Berm,
100
1630 - Coastal Grasslands, 1640 - Coastal Strand, or 1650 - Maritime
Hammock)
b. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 2 communities (22211 - Hydric Pine
Flatwoods, 2221 - Wet Flatwoods, or 1311- Mesic Flatwoods)
60
c. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 3 communities (5250 - Mangrove
Swamp, or 5240 - Salt Marsh)
50
d. Parcel contains CLIP4 Priority 4 communities (5250 - Mangrove
Swamp)
25
1.1.2 - Plant community diversity (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_ 3 CLC native plant communities (Florida Cooperative
Land Cover Classification System native plant communities)
20
20
b. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC native plant communities
10
c. Parcel has 0 CLC native plant communities
0
1.1.3 - Listed plant species (excluding commercially exploited species)
(Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has >_5 CLC listed plant species
30
b. Parcel has 3-4 CLC listed plant species
20
c. Parcel has <_ 2 CLC listed plant species
10
10
d. Parcel has 0 CLC listed plant species
0
1.1.4 - Invasive Plant Infestation (Select highest score)
a. 0 - 10% infestation
50
b. 10 - 25% infestation
40
40
c. 25 - 50% infestation
30
d. 50 - 75% infestation
20
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e. >_75% infestation
10
1.2 - WILDLIFE COMMUNITIES
100
90
1.2.1- Listed wildlife species (Select the highest score)
a. Listed wildlife species documented on the parcel
80
80
b. Listed wildlife species documented on adjacent property
60
c. CLIP Potential Habitat Richness >_5 species
40
d. No listed wildlife documented near parcel
0
1.2.2 - Significant wildlife habitat (Rookeries, roosts, denning sites,
nesting grounds, high population densities, etc) (Select highest score)
a. Parcel protects significant wildlife habitat (Please describe)
20
0
b. Parcel enhances adjacent to significant wildlife habitat (Please
describe)
10
10
c. Parcel does not enhance significant wildlife habitat
0
0
1.3 - WATER RESOURCES
100
50
1.3.1- Aquifer recharge (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is located within a wellfield protection zone or within a CLIP4
Aquifer Recharge Priority 1 area
40
b. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 2 or 3 area
30
c. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 4 or 5 area
20
20
d. Parcel is located within a CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority 6 area
0
0
1.3.2 - Surface Water Protection (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an Outstanding
Florida Waterbody
30
b. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for a creek, river,
lake, canal or other surface water body
20
c. Parcel is contiguous with and provides buffering for an identified
flowway
15
d. Wetlands exist on site
10
10
e. Parcel does not provide opportunities for surface water quality
enhancement
0
1.3.3 - Floodplain Management (Select all that apply)
a. Parcel has depressional or slough soils
10
10
b. Parcel has known history of flooding and is likely to provide onsite
water attenuation
10
10
c. Parcel provides storm surge buffering
10
d. Parcel does not provide floodplain management benefits
0
1.4 - ECOSYSTEM CONNECTIVITY
200
125
1.4.1- Acreage (Select Highest Score)
a. Parcel is >_ 300 acres
150
b. Parcel is >_ 100 acres
100
b. Parcel is >_ 50 acres
75
75
c. Parcel is >_ 25 acres
25
d. Parcel is >_ 10 acres
15
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e. Parcel is < 10 acres
0
1.4.2 - Connectivity (Select highest score)
a. Parcel is immediately contiguous with conservation lands
50
50
b. Parcel is not immediately contiguous, but parcels between it and
nearby conservation lands are undeveloped
25
c. Parcel is isolated from conservation land
0
ECOLOGICAL VALUES TOTAL POINTS
600
335
ECOLOGICAL VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*160)
160
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2 - HUMAN VALUES (20%)
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
Comments
2.1 - RECREATION
120
20
2.1.1- Compatible recreation activities (Select all that apply)
a. Hunting
20
b. Fishing
20
c. Water -based recreation (paddling, swimming, etc)
20
d. Biking
20
e. Equestrian
20
f. Passive natural -resource based recreation (Hiking, photography,
wildlife watching, environmental education, etc)
20
20
g. Parcel is incompatible with nature -based recreation
0
2.2 - ACCESSIBILITY
120
70
2.2.1- Seasonality (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation year-round
20
b. Parcel accessible for land -based recreation seasonally
10
10
c. Parcel is inaccessible for land -based recreation
0
2.2.2 - Vehicle access (Select the highest score)
a. Public access via paved road
50
50
b. Public access via unpaved road
30
c. Public access via private road
20
d. No public access
0
2.2.3 - Parking Availability (Select the highest score)
a. Minor improvements necessary to provide on -site parking
40
b. Major improvements necessary to provide on -site parking (Requires
site development plan)
25
b. Public parking available nearby or on adjacent preserve
20
c. Street parking available
10
10
d. No public parking available
0
2.2.4 - Pedestrian access (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel is easily accessible to pedestrians (within walking distance of
housing development)
10
b. Parcel is not easily accessible to pedestrians
0
0
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2.3 - AESTHETICS/CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT
40
15
2.3.1- Aesthetic/cultural value (Choose all that apply)
a. Mature/outstanding native vegetation
5
5
b. Scenic vistas
5
c. Frontage enhances aesthetics of public thoroughfare
10
10
d. Archaeological/historical structures present
15
e. Other (Please describe)
5
f. None
0
0
HUMAN VALUES TOTAL SCORE
280
105
HUMAN VALUES WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*80)
80
30
3 - RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT (20%)
Possible
Awarded
Comments
Points
Points
3.1 - VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
120
120
3.1.1- Invasive plant management needs (Select the highest score)
a. Minimal invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore
and maintain native plant communities (<30%)
100
100
b. Moderate invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore
and maintain native plant communities (30-65%)
75
c. Major invasive/nuisance plant management necessary to restore and
maintain native plant communities (>65%)
50
d. Major invasive/nuisance plant management and replanting necessary
to restore and maintain native plant communities (>65%)
25
e. Restoration of native plant community not feasible
0
3.1.2 - Prescribed fire necessity and compatibility (Select the highest
score)
a. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is compatible
with prescribed fire or parcel does not contain fire dependent plant
20
20
communities
b. Parcel contains fire dependent plant communities and is incompatible
with prescribed fire
0
3.2 - REMEDIATION AND SITE SECURITY
50
20
3.2.1- Site remediation and human conflict potential (Dumping,
contamination, trespassing, vandalism, other) (Select the highest
score)
a. Minimal site remediation or human conflict issues predicted
50
b. Moderate site remediation or human conflict issues predicted (Please
describe)
20
20
c. Major site remediation or human conflict issues predicted (Please
describe)
5
d. Resolving site remediation or human conflict issues not feasible
0
3.3 - ASSISTANCE
5
0
3.4.1 - Management assistance by other entity
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a. Management assistance by other entity likely
5
b. Management assistance by other entity unlikely
0
0
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT TOTAL SCORE
175
140
RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded
Points/Possible Points*80)
80
64
4 - VULNERABILITY (20%)
Possible
Points
Awarded
Points
Comments
4.1 - ZONING AND LAND USE
130
125
4.1.1- Zoning and land use designation (Select the highest score)
a. Zoning allows for Single Family, Multifamily, industrial or commercial
100
100
b. Zoning allows for density of no greater than 1 unit per 5 acres
75
c. Zoning allows for agricultural use /density of no greater than 1 unit
per 40 acres
50
d. Zoning favors stewardship or conservation
0
4.1.2 - Future Land Use Type (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel designated Urban
30
b. Parcel designated Estates, Rural Fringe Receiving and Neutral,
Agriculture
25
25
c. Parcel designated Rural Fringe Sending, Rural Lands Stewardship Area
5
d. Parcel is designated Conservation
0
4.2 - DEVELOPMENT PLANS
50
5
4.2.1- Development plans (Select the highest score)
a. Parcel has been approved for development
20
b. SFWMD and/or USACOE permit has been applied for or SDP
application has been submitted
15
c. Parcel has no current development plans
0
0
4.2.2 - Site characteristics amenable to development (Select all that
apply)
a. Parcel is primarily upland
10
b. Parcel is along a major roadway
10
c. Parcel is >10 acres
5
5
d. Parcel is within 1 mile of a current or planned commercial or multi-
unit residential development
5
VULNERABILITY TOTAL SCORE
180
130
VULNERABILITY WEIGHTED SCORE (Awarded Points/Possible
Points*80)
80
58
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APPENDIX 1— Critical Lands and Water Identification Maps (CLIP) Definitions
This report makes use of data layers from the Florida Natural Areas Inventory and University of Florida
Critical Lands and Waters Identification Project (CLIP4). CLIP4 is a collection of spatial data that identify
statewide priorities for a broad range of natural resources in Florida. It was developed through a
collaborative effort between the Florida Areas Natural Inventory (FNAI), the University of Florida
GeoPlan Center and Center for Landscape Conservation Planning, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC). It is used in the Florida Forever Program to evaluate properties for
acquisition. CLIP4 is organized into a set of core natural resource data layers which are representative
of 5 resource categories: biodiversity, landscapes, surface water, groundwater and marine. The first 3
categories have also been combined into the Aggregated layer, which identifies 5 priority levels for
natural resource conservation.
Below is a description of each of the three CLIP4 data layers used in this report.
Figure 4: CLIP4 Prioritv Natural Communities
Consists of 12 priority natural community types: upland glades, pine rocklands, seepage slopes, scrub,
sandhill, sandhill upland lakes, rockland hammock, coastal uplands, imperiled coastal lakes, dry prairie,
upland pine, pine flatwoods, upland hardwood forest, or coastal wetlands. These natural communities
are prioritized by a combination of their heritage global status rank (G-rank) and landscape context,
based on the Land Use Intensity Index (subset of CLIP Landscape Integrity Index) and FNAI Potential
Natural Areas. Priority 1 includes G1-G3 communities with Very High or High landscape context.
Priority 2 includes G1-G3 Medium and G4 Very High/High. Priority 3 includes G4 Medium and G5 Very
High/High. Priority 5 is G5 Medium.
This data layer was created by FNAI originally to inform the Florida Forever environmental land
acquisition program. The natural communities were mapped primarily based on the FNAI/FWC
Cooperative Land Cover (CLC) data layer, which is a compilation of best -available land cover data for
the entire state. The CLC is based on both remote -sensed (from aerial photography, primarily from
water management district FLUCCS data) and ground-truthed (from field surveys on many
conservation lands) data.
Fieure 9: Potential Habitat Richness CLIP4 Ma
This CLIP version 4.0 data layer is unchanged from CLIP v3.0. FWC Potential Habitat Richness. Because
SHCAs do not address species richness, FWC also developed the potential habitat richness layer to
identify areas of overlapping vertebrate species habitat. FWC created a statewide potential habitat
model for each species included in their analysis. In some cases, only a portion of the potential habitat
was ultimately designated as SHCA for each species. The Potential Habitat Richness layer includes the
entire potential habitat model for each species and provides a count of the number of species habitat
models occurring at each location. The highest number of focal species co-occurring at any location in
the model is 13.
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Figure 10: CLIP4 Aquifer Recharge Priority and Wellfield Protection Zones
High priorities indicate high potential for recharge to an underlying aquifer system (typically the
Floridan aquifer but could be intermediate or surficial aquifers in some portions of the state). The
highest priorities indicate high potential for recharge to springs or public water supplies. This figure
also includes Wellfield Protection Zones. Collier County Wellfield Protection Zones are referenced in
the Land Development Code and updated in 2010 by Pollution Control and Prevention Department
Staff. The public water supply wellfields, identified in section 3.06.06 and permitted by the SFWMD for
potable water to withdraw a minimum of 100,000 average gallons per day (GPD), are identified as
protected wellfields, around which specific land use and activity (regulated development) shall be
regulated under this section.
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