Commissioner KowalEx parte Items – Commissioner Daniel Kowal
COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
MARCH 12, 2024
CONSENT AGENDA:
16.A.11. This item requires that ex-parte disclosure be provided by Commission
members. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to
be sworn in. Recommendation to approve for recording the final plat of Arthrex
Commerce Park - Phase 2 (Application Number PL20230008595), approval of the
standard form Construction and Maintenance Agreement, and approval of the
performance security in the amount of $1,613,841.85. (District 5) (27920)
NO DISCLOSURE FOR THIS ITEM
16.A.12. This item requires that Commission members provide ex-parte disclosure.
Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn
in. Recommendation to approve for recording the amended final plat of Groves
at Orange Blossom, Phase 3A, approval of the standard form Construction and
Maintenance Agreement, and approval of the performance security in the
amount of $72,483.95. (PL20230011875) (District 5) (27893)
NO DISCLOSURE FOR THIS ITEM
SUMMARY AGENDA:
17.A. This item requires ex parte disclosure be provided by the Commission members.
Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn
in. Recommendation to approve a rezoning ordinance for the NBC RV Mixed-
Use Planned Unit Development, a portion of which remains in the Rural Fringe
Mixed Use District Receiving Lands Zoning Overlay, to allow up to 356,000
square feet of commercial and industrial uses and 75 Travel-Trailer-Recreational
Vehicle campground units on property located 450± feet northeast of the
intersection of Basik Drive and Tamiami Trail East, 5 miles east of Collier
Boulevard in Section 18, Township 51 South, Range 27 East, Collier County,
Florida, consisting of 34± acres; and by providing an effective date. (Companion
to Item 17B) (District 1) (27783)
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The Importance of Military Museums
Military museums play a crucial role in preserving our national heritage. Let
me share why they are significant:
1. Guardians of History: Military museums serve as guardians of our
past. They house artifacts, documents, and memorabilia that tell the
stories of soldiers, battles, and wars. By preserving these items, they
ensure that the sacrifice§made by generations of military personnel
are never forgotten.
2. Educators for All Ages: These museums are educational hubs.
Visitors, whether history enthusiasts or school-age children, can learn
about pivotal moments in history. The exhibits provide a wealth of
information through various mediums: written displays,photographs,
artifacts, and even videos. For instance, the Smithsonian National
Museum of American History showcased George Washington's
sword, sections of the Berlin Wall, and a Vietnam-era Huey
helicopter,bringing history to life.
3. Honoring Sacrifices: Military museums pay tribute to the bravery and
sacrifices of those who served. Each artifact represents a person, a
moment, and a piece of our collective memory. By displaying these
objects,museums honor the co ura�e and resilience of our
personnel. militar
4. Civic Awareness: Beyond historical knowledge,military museums
raise public awareness. Understanding sacrifice is essential; and
informed citizens can better exercise civilian oversight and control
over the military. These museums contribute to a well-informed
citizenry.
In summary, military museums bridge the past and present, ensuring that the
lessons of history continue to shape our future.
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LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
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Good morning, I am Lynn Martin, co-chair of the Environmental Affairs
Committee and a member of the Board of Directors of the LWV of Collier
County, and this morning I am speaking on behalf of our League.
Some months ago, the League (LWVCC) —along with numerous other
community organizations as well as individuals — voiced deep concern
regarding the Board's intent to use money from the Conservation Collier
Trust Funds to cover a budget shortfall. We are here once again to voice
our concern and our objection to the inclusion in this revised ordinance of
the provision that Conservation Collier funds can be used "for any other
County purpose if found to be in the best interest of the public by majority
vote of the Board of County Commissioners." This wording appears in at
least in four different places within this document.
The public has already spoken loud and clear about its best interests. In 3
separate referendums over a period of 18 years, voters in Collier County
overwhelmingly supported setting aside tax dollars for acquiring and
preserving land. The people of Collier County voted for Conservation
Collier and trusted that the county would manage the program without
using its funds for other purposes. It is not the League's place to tell you
how to do your job, but we believe that you can find a way to fund the
county's programs without using Conservation Collier's funds. The
people of Collier County deserve a government that is responsive to the
clearly expressed will of its voters. They deserve good governance.
When residents voted in favor of taxing themselves to fund Conservation
Collier, they expressed their desire for the County to acquire and preserve
significant natural lands before it's too late, and open space is replaced by
development. Conservation Collier can acquire parcels to connect
fragmented landscapes for protection of wetland flow ways, and wildlife
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participation in government.We influence public policy through education and advocacy. Our goal is to empower
citizens to take an active role in shaping better communities worldwide.
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habitat for panthers, bears, and other species. This program helps protect
our water quality and water resources by preserving wetlands that filter
water to remove pollutants before the water enters our aquifers and
waterways. In addition, residents want and appreciate the green open
spaces for recreation, relaxation, and the opportunity to view wildlife."
Therefore, we ask that you delete the multiple references to diverting funds
found in section 6 of this proposed ordinance. In addition, we do not believe
Conservation Collier lands should be sold to raise money for the
maintenance of existing properties since the program already provides for
land maintenance. We request this provision be deleted from section 8.5 of
the proposed ordinance. We support Audubon and the Advisory
Committee's request that criteria for selling properties be clearly identified
in the ordinance.
We also request that the ordinance be revised to clarify that permanently
designated SSA's within the RLSA program are not eligible for purchase
with Conservation Collier funds (they have already been set aside and
managed, and owners have been compensated).
We appreciate the proposed ordinance changes which will expedite the
process of purchasing land from willing sellers. With these changes, we
hope the county will fully fund Conservation Collier going forward and
comply with the will of the voters.
In conclusion, we thank the Board and especially Commissioner Saunders,
for your commitment to this program and hope that you will vote in a way
that assures its future.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active
participation in government. We influence public policy through education and advocacy. Our goal is to empower
citizens to take an active role in shaping better communities worldwide.
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