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GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION M.S.T.U.
8300 Radio Road
READ AHEAD Naples, FL 34104 READ AHEAD
JANUARY 16, 2024
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ATTENDANCE
Advisory Committee Patricia Spencer – Chair (10/06/2025)
Paula Rogan – Vice Chair (10/06/2027)
Florence “Dusty” Holmes (10/06/2025)
Ron Jefferson (10/06/2026)
Oscar Marimon (10/06/2026)
Staff Brian Wells – PTNE Director
Dan Schumacher – Project Manager
Contractors Mike McGee – Landscape Architect (McGee & Assoc)
Arnold Ramirez – Grounds Maintenance (Mainscape)
Wendy Warren – Transcription (Premier)
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – NOVEMBER 21, 2023
VI. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE REPORT – MAINSCAPE –
VII. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT’S REPORTS – MCGEE & ASSOCIATES
A. Coronado Parkway & Hunter Boulevard
B. Sunshine Boulevard
C. Tropicana Boulevard
VIII. PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT
A. Budget Report
B. Lighted Holiday Decorations – 2023
C. Community Welcome Sign Renovation – Golden Gate Pkwy (west)
D. Mulch – Southeast Spreading, 1,500 Bags
IX. OLD BUSINESS
X. NEW BUSINESS
XI. PUBLIC COMMENTS
XII. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING:
FEBRUARY 20, 2024 – 4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
4701 GOLDEN GATE PARKWAY
NAPLES, FL 34116
November 21, 2023 Golden Gate MSTU 1/5
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GOLDEN GATE M.S.T.U. ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
8300 Radio Road
Naples, FL 34104
November 21, 2023
MINUTES
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 4:39 P.M. by Chair Spencer. Attendance was called, with only two
committee members in attendance. Thus, only procedural motions were made.
II. Attendance
Advisory Committee Patricia Spencer – Chair
Paula Rogan – Vice Chair
Florence “Dusty” Holmes
Ron Jefferson
Oscar Marimon
Staff Dan Schumacher – Project Manager
Rosio Garcia – Administrative Assistant (Excused)
Contractors Mike McGee – Landscape Architect, McGee & Assoc.
Francisco Gonzalez – Grounds Maintenance, Mainscape (Un-excused)
Wendy Warren – Transcription, Premier (Excused)
III. Pledge of Allegiance
The pledge was not recited as no US flag was available in the meeting room.
IV. Approval of Agenda
Mr. Jefferson moved to approve the Agenda of the Golden Gate Beautification M.S.T.U. as presented.
Second by Chair Spencer. Carried unanimously 2 - 0.
V. Approval of Minutes March 21, 2023
Mr. Jefferson moved to approve the Agenda of the Golden Gate Beautification M.S.T.U. as presented.
Second by Chair Spencer. Carried unanimously 2 - 0.
VI. Landscape Maintenance Report – Mainscape Landscaping Company
Mr. Gonzalez reported:
• Unexcused Absence - did not attend.
Minutes
November 21, 2023 Golden Gate MSTU 2/5
Irrigation
Mr. Schumacher reported:
• A new Bermad flow meter has been installed by Naples Electric Motor Works (NEMW) inside the
Sunshine Blvd pump enclosure is operational.
• Though operational, recalibration of the meter is required due to flow readings that are one-third of
the normal amounts.
• Both HydroPoint and NEMW are being consulted for a solution.
VI. Landscape Architect’s Report – McGee & Associates
Mr. McGee summarized the September reports, observations made 9/5/2023.
(full reports are included in the distributed Agenda meeting packet, which is accessible at the link shown
at the end of these Minutes)
A. Maintenance Reports
1. Coronado Pkwy & Hunter Blvd
2. Sunshine Blvd, plus two “teardrop” medians at 18th Ave SW and 18th Pl SW
3. Tropicana Blvd
B. Comments
Mr. McGee
1. Weed removal has improved.
2. All locations with Torpedo grass weed in the plantings need to be treated for removal.
3. Medians 18th Pl SW and 18th Ave. SW require monthly maintenance.
4. Recommend replanting Median #5 on Hunter Blvd. with Bromeliads.
5. A project to install irrigation and sod at the intersection of Santa Barbara Blvd. and Golden Gate
Parkway, west of the sign, should be considered. The Road Maintenance Division is responsible
for maintaining the area and must approve the project. Pam Lulich, Landscape Operations
Manager, will be contacted to discuss refurbishment of the area and next steps.
Mr. Schumacher
1. A cost proposal for plant replacements in the medians will be presented at the October meeting.
2. Tree Scaping of Naples will be issued a Purchase Order FY-24 for hardwood canopy tree pruning.
3. Mulch will be applied to the medians in FY-24 pending eradication of weeds.
4. Removal of debris from the fallen concrete light pole is the responsibility of FPL.
VII. Project Manager’s Report
A. Budget Report
(the full report is included in the distributed Agenda meeting packet, which is accessible at the link
shown at the end of these Minutes)
Golden Gate MSTU Fund 1621 Budget for August 15, 2023, prepared 8/8/23
• Purchase Orders
1. FPL – electricity.
2. Mainscape Landscaping – grounds maintenance.
Incidentals – landscape plants, materials, and refurbishment.
Maintenance – regular landscape & irrigation maintenance.
3. McGee & Associates – landscape architectural services.
4. Naples Electric Motor Works (NEMW) – pump station maintenance
5. Premier Staffing – transcription services.
6. Simmonds Electrical – lighting & general electrical services.
7. SiteOne Landscape Supply – irrigation parts & components.
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November 21, 2023 Golden Gate MSTU 3/5
• Budget Summary
1. Line 1, Ad Valorem Tax Collections & Interest – Of the $607,400 budgeted, $574,212 has
been collected and a balance of $33,188 remains to collect.
2. Line 2, Carry Forward – Unspent funds accumulated from previous fiscal years and retained
within the MSTU, in the amount of $1,713,176.44.
3. Line 3, All Revenues – Of the $607,400 budgeted, $574,212 has been collected and a balance
of $33,188 remains to collect. (the sum of lines 1 and 2)
4. Line 20, Operating Expense – Of $348,566 budgeted, $134,849 is committed on MSTU-issued
Purchase Orders and $173,632 has been spent, leaving a remainder of $40,085 available within
budget for additional operating expenses as needed.
5. Line 24, County Overhead – Of the $1,464,700 budgeted, $22,116 has been transferred, with a
balance of $1,420,468 to be assessed. (PTNE Staff & support, Property Appraiser, & Tax
Collector).
6. Line 26, Capital Projects – Of the $63,300 budgeted, $63,300 has been transferred and a
balance of $0 remains to be assessed.
7. Line 27, All Expenses – Of $1,891,366 budgeted, $156,965 is committed on existing Purchase
Orders, with $272,382 in total expenditures, leaving a remainder of $1,462,019 within the FY-
23 budget. (the sum of lines 20, 24, & 26)
8. Line 28, FY-24 Budget Grand Total – Of the $63,300 budgeted, $63,300 has been transferred
and a balance of $0 remains for transfer. (All Revenues – All Expenses).
• General
a. MSTU Tax Rate: 0.50 Mills (0.05%) for beautification improvements and maintenance
within the taxing district.
b. Funds not spent in fiscal year 2023 (FY-24) will be carried forward into FY-25.
c. Tax millage collected by the Golden Gate Beautification MSTU may only be utilized by the
MSTU and within the MSTU district boundary.
Mr. Schumacher noted:
• The Capital Outlay Commitment and Expenditure recorded on Line 33 is for the upgraded
Sunshine Motif Infill Panel for the Santa Barbara canal replacement bridge.
• Consideration will be given to the establishment of an Insurance Reserve Fund for catastrophic
events.
• This is the final MSTU budget for the current fiscal year.
• The 2024 fiscal year (FY-24) will commence on October 1st, with any funds remaining in
• Line 39 carried forward into the FY-24 budget.
B. Committee Membership Application
Mr. Schumacher reported Paula Rogan has applied for the open seat on the Golden Gate MSTU
Advisory Committee. The four (4) year term commences October 7, 2023.
Recommendation for Paula Rogan
Chair Spencer moved to recommend the Board of County Commissioners re-appoint Paula Rogan
to the Golden Gate MSTU Advisory Committee. Second by Mr. Marimon.
Motion carried 4 - 0.
Ms. Rogan abstained.
C. Replacement Bridge – Santa Barbara Canal
• The project is scheduled for completion in October 2023.
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IX. Old Business
None.
X. New Business
A. Community Welcome Sign Renovation – Golden Gate Pkwy (west)
The surface finish on the “Welcome to Golden Gate City Sign” is peeling and showing evidence of
mold.
1. NGS Manufacturing, a sign vendor, submitted a design for a new sign.
• The updated sign will incorporate the features of the existing sign.
• A new sign, including the metal frame, will be constructed.
• The existing signposts will be utilized.
The Committee discussed:
• Elements of the original design should be maintained.
• A more vibrant color scheme should be considered to enhance visibility.
• The project should be undertaken at the end of the hurricane season.
Mr. Schumacher will:
• Request NGS submit three sign design options for Committee consideration.
• Solicit a cost quote for the construction and installation of the sign.
B. Lighted Holiday Decorations – 2023
Naples Christmas Lighting, Division of Sight N Sound, submitted a proposal for holiday lighting in
the Right-of-Way (ROW) on Golden Parkway, at the intersection of Santa Barbara Blvd.
• A prelit garland with a red bow and warm white lights will swag the top, and cascade down the
sides, of the Welcome Sign.
• Four Palm trees will be wrapped with lights.
• A Christmas tree design of multi-color lights utilizing the flagpole will be approximately twenty
(20) to twenty-five (25) feet high.
The Committee discussed:
• Palm tree lighting should be limited to the two (2) trees visible from the roadway.
• Colored lights are the preferred choice for the Christmas tree.
Ms. Holmes motioned to approve Naples Christmas Lighting, Division of Sight N Sound, proposal
number 643, dated September 18, 2022, in the amount of $3,400.00. Second by Chair Spencer.
Carried unanimously 5 – 0.
Mr. Schumacher will meet with the vendor to determine if the price of the work can be reduced.
XI. Public Comment
None.
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XII. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned
by the Chair at 5:25 P.M.
GOLDEN GATE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
_____________________________________________
Patricia Spencer, Chair
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on ____ ,2023 as presented ____ or
as amended ______.
https://www.collierptne.com/mtsu/golden-gate-beautification-advisory-committee/
NEXT MEETING:
DECEMBER 19, 2023 – 4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
4701 GOLDEN GATE PARKWAY
NAPLES, FL 34116
McGee & Associates
Landscape Architecture
Design * Environmental Management * Planning * Arborist
5079 Tamiami Trail East / P. O. Box 8052 Naples, Florida 34101
Phone (239) 417-0707 * Fax (239) 417-0708 Page 1 of 5
LC 098 * FL 1023A
Project: GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION, M.S.T.U. Landscape Architect Report: January 2024
Location: Coronado Parkway & Hunter Blvd.
Project Manager: Dan Schumacher, Collier County Public Services Department, Public Transportation & Neighborhood Enhancements Division
Consultant: McGee & Associates Consultant’s Representative: Michael A. McGee, rla, isa
Landscape Contractor: Mainscape Contractor’s Representative: Pedro Espinoza
Observation Date: 1/3/2024 Report Date: 1/3/2024 Report No.: 2 (FY-24)
AC - Indicates major items recommended to be discussed by Advisory Committee S - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by staff, C - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by Contractor
LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
MONTHLY ADDRESSED Yellow - Items recommended to be addressed as soon as
possible or renovation recommendations generally based
upon vehicular or storm damage.
Coronado Pkwy. - All locations X X Recommended Saw palmetto Pruning Specification:
1. Remove any volunteer Sabal palms growing within the saw palmetto clumps.
2. On all stems remove all lower fronds leaving only the top current season’s growth of 3 to 5
fronds.
3. After complete frond removals review clump stems for stem removals to thin, lower heights
and bring clumps inward from back of curbing. The goal is to accomplish a proportional
height and size reduction. It is recommended that the first clumps being pruned be
accomplished under the review of the MSTU’s consulting Landscape Architect/Arborist
McGee & Associates to confirm procedures and approve final results.
4. Stems within or protruding outward within five (5) feet of the back of curb shall be
considered for removal.
5. Stems exceeding six (6) feet in height shall be considered for removal. The overall clump
height goal is to lower to four to five (4-5) feet with emphasis on creating a natural uniform
level grouping.
6. Remaining clumps shall retain multi-height stems within the clumps.
X X All locations with perennial peanut planting shall have a Legume Soil Inoculant product
applied as soon as possible, as well as an application of 0 -0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer.
X X All Saw palmetto plantings need to be reviewed for vine and volunteer plants to be
removed.
X X In all African iris plantings between Alexander palms in narrow width medians the irrigation
heads should be reviewed and replaced as follows: Install Rainbird model 1812 16” ht.
pop-up spray bodies with 1800-EXT 6” ht. extension and a 15CST nozzle on top of a 12”
Sch. 80 riser. Strap sprinkler head to 36” length epoxy coated #5 rebar with stainless steel
adjustable banding. Install rebar 12” into ground. After sprinklers have been installed tip
prune tops of Iris plants direct adjacent to sprinkler heads to ensure maximum spray
pattern.
X X It is recommended that all Perennial peanut plantings and replacement areas that are to
remain shall have an application of 0-0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer and Legume Soil inoculant
at 10 oz. per 100 s.f.
X X Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
X Recommend reviewing all valve locations for green reflective markers that are missing.
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LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
Median #1- Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #2- Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #3 X X South end Foxtail palm has been knocked over by an apparent auto accident. After
reviewing root ball, it is apparent palm was grown over lime rock and should be replaced
because root ball will not develop properly.
Median #4 X X See Saw palmetto pruning specification in “All locations” comments above.
X X 2 East median end needs (38) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
X X 2 West median end needs (30) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
X X 2 (1) Iris replacement was installed but it was the wrong type of Iris. This bed is Yellow
African Iris and not Yellow Flag Iris
Median #5 X X 2 Median needs (35) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
Median #6 X X 2 (16) Yellow African Iris replacements are recommended, 3 gal. size plants.
Median #7 X X 2 Remove Ficus and Schefflera volunteer plants growing in Sabal palm trunks.
X X See Saw palmetto pruning specification in “All locations” comments above.
Median #8 X No major issues observed.
Median #9 - Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #10 X X 2 East median end: Weeds present in Perennial peanut.
X X See Saw palmetto pruning specification in “All locations” comments above.
X X 2 All Saw palmetto plantings and Sabal palms need to be reviewed for vines and volunteer
plants to be removed.
X X 2 At address 5327: (2) Paurotis palm clumps need to be pruned for thinning and removal of
declining stems.
X X 2 On the west end areas of Perennial Peanut have declined and are missing plants. Install
(105) 1 gal. size ‘Golden Glory” Perennial peanuts. Review irrigation coverage.
X X 2 At address 5389 – 5401: Yellow African Iris bed, Review irrigation coverage issue, (20)
plants are in decline or missing. Replant with 3 gal. size.
Median #11 Bridge X X 2 East end: Needs (13) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
Median #12 X 2 West end: Needs (13) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
Median #13 X X 2 Median: Needs (45) 1 gal. Society garlic replacements
Median #14 X X 2 Damaged Concrete light pole and junction boxes are still in median. It is recommended
once debris is removed and light replaced that the median be totally renovated as follows:
Repair 12 L.F. of paver border, remove & replace soldier course edge to include
compacted base and mortar edging. Base shall extend 12 -inches beyond current edge of
pavers.
Remove all remaining Blueberry flax lilies and mulch. Review irrigation for repairs and
proper coverage. Adjust irrigation heads to proper heights to receive a 4-inch layer (10
c.y.+/-) of clean native topsoil. Replant median with a double staggered rows of (92)
Liriope ‘Big Blue’, 18” o.c. in 1 gal. size and re-mulch median with a 3-inch layer of mulch.
New plantings are to have offsets as follows: 3-feet of palm trunks, 2-feet from back of
curb & 3-feet off paver edges.
Hunter Blvd. - All locations X X See Saw palmetto pruning specification in Coronado Parkway “All locations” comments
above.
X X All locations with perennial peanut planting shall have a Legume Soil Inoculant product
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LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
applied as soon as possible, as well as an application of 0 -0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer.
X X Median #7: In all African iris plantings between Alexander palms in narrow width medians
the irrigation heads should be reviewed and replaced as follows: Install Rainbird model
1812 16” ht. pop-up spray bodies with 1800-EXT 6” ht. extension and a 15CST nozzle on
top of a 12” Sch. 80 riser. Strap sprinkler head to 36” length epoxy coated #5 rebar with
stainless steel adjustable banding. Install rebar 12” into ground. After sprinklers have been
installed tip prune tops of Iris plants direct adjacent to sprinkler heads to ensure maximum
spray pattern.
X X Recommend mulching of all areas. Mulch is needed to help reduce weeds.
X X Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
X X All Saw palmetto plantings need to be reviewed for vine and volunteer plants to be
removed.
X X Mulch need for medians 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & eastern half of median 8.
Median #1 2 The south end Alexander palm has been hit for the second or third time and it is
recommended not to replace. Fill depression and plant (2) 3 gal. Juniper parsonii. Cap
bubblers at the location.
Median #2 X X 2 Remove existing Big Rose crown of thorn and finish grade for a uniform profile. Replant
Big Rose area as follows with six staggered rows of (92) Liriope ‘Big Blue’, 18” o.c. in 1
gal. size and re-mulch median with a 3-inch layer of mulch. New plantings are to have
offsets as follows: 3-feet of palm trunks, 2-feet from back of curb & 3-feet off paver edges.
Median #3 X X 2 Median needs action as follows: Remove volunteer Crape myrtle sprouts.
South end: Needs (23) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements and (25) 3
gal. Bougainvillea Ms Alice shrubs.
North end: needs (5) 3 gal. Bougainvillea Silhouette shrubs
X X 2 First Alexander palm on south end: Palm is dead and needs to be removed. Excavate
palm and replant with (1) 10 ft. clear trunk Alexander palm.
Median #4 X X 2 South end Golden Glory perennial peanut area: Spray with herbicide to remove remaining
peanut plants. Rake area to remove peanut stems and then replant with eight staggered
rows of (290) Liriope ‘Big Blue’, 18” o.c. in 1 gal. size and re -mulch median with a 3-inch
layer of mulch. New plantings are to have offsets as follows: 3 -feet of palm trunks, 2-feet
from back of curb & 3-feet off paver edges.
Median #5
Pump station – Median #5, 7.5
hp, 8” well feeds Hunter &
Coronado, Hydropoint Controller
in median
X X See Saw palmetto pruning specification in Coronado Parkway “All locations” comments
above.
X X 2 Median: Needs (80) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
Median #6 X X 2 Muhly grass plantings need to be pruned back by coning grass clumps.
X X 2 West end: Needs (80) 1 gal. Society garlic replacements
X X 2 At address 2101: Remove (2) Exotic tree Australian pine that is end Saw palmettos.
X X 2 Median: (8) Paurotis palm clumps need to be pruned for thinning and removal of declining
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stems.
X X At address 2018: (1) Jatropha tree is missing. Replant with 6 ft. overall ht. multi -stem
plant.
X X 11 At address 2007: (30) Society Garlic plants are in decline or missing. Replant with 1 gal.
size plants.
M&A 8/2/23: Society garlic plants need dead flower stalks
removed.
Median #7 X X Median: Needs (4) Yellow African iris 3 gal. replacements
Median #8 X X See Saw palmetto pruning specification in Coronado Parkway “All locations” comments
above.
X X At address 5330: Remove volunteer Ficus tree in Paurotis palm clump.
X X 2 West end: Remove dead foliage from within Blueberry flax plants.
X X 2 At address 4201-5241: Needs (175) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
X X 2 At address 5412-5433: Remove remaining Blueberry flax and replant area with two double
staggered rows of (139) Liriope ‘Big Blue’, 18” o.c. in 1 gal. size, New plantings are to
have offsets as follows: 3-feet of palm trunks, 2-feet from back of curb & 3-feet off paver
edges.
X X 2 At address 5412-5340: Replant missing Blueberry Flax lilies, (40) 3 gal. size plants.
Review irrigation coverage before planting.
X X 2 At address 5360-5390: Needs (12) Yellow African iris 3 gal. replacements. Remove large
weed clump.
X X 2 Muhly grass plantings need to be pruned back by coning grass clumps.
X X 2 At address 5250: Remove volunteer Schefflera plant growing on Sabal palm.
Median #9 X X 2 Median: Needs (30) Yellow African Iris 3 gal. replacements. Review irrigation coverage
before replanting.
Median #10 X X 2 Apply Legume Soil Inoculant product as soon as possible, as well as an application of 0 -0-
22-22S-11mg fertilizer.
Median #11 X X Silk floss tree needs structural pruning as soon as possible. Branches over travel lanes
are being broken off by large truck traffic.
X X 2 Median: Needs (85) Society garlic plants 1 gal. replacements
Median #12 X X 2 Median: Repair 12 L.F. of paver border, remove & replace soldier course edge to include
compacted base and mortar edging. Base shall extend 12 -inches beyond current edge of
pavers.
Remove all remaining Blueberry flax lilies and mulch. Review irrigation for repairs and
proper coverage. Replant median with a double staggered rows of (87) Liriope ‘Big Blue’,
18” o.c. in 1 gal. size and re-mulch median with a 3-inch layer of mulch. New plantings are
to have offsets as follows: 3-feet of palm trunks, 2-feet from back of curb & 3-feet off paver
edges.
X X East end. Irrigation head missing nozzle.
X X FPL street light box is broken and needs repair
QUARTERLY ADDRESSED
Fertilization: X X All locations with perennial peanut planting shall have a Legume Soil Inoculant product
applied as soon as possible, as well as an application of 0 -0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer.
.
X X Refer to FY23-24 recommended schedule.
General Irrigation: Previous month water use total per WeatherTrak controller estimate 153,233 gallons.
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McGee & Associates
Landscape Architecture
Design * Environmental Management * Planning * Arborist Page 1 of 3
5079 Tamiami Trail East / P. O. Box 8052 Naples, Florida 34101
Phone (239) 417-0707 * Fax (239) 417-0708
LC 098 * FL 1023A
Project: GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION, M.S.T.U. Landscape Architect Report: January 2024
Location: Sunshine Blvd.
Project Manager: Dan Schumacher, Collier County Public Services Department, Public Transportation & Neighborhood Enhancements Division
Consultant: McGee & Associates Consultant’s Representative: Michael A. McGee, rla, isa
Landscape Contractor: Mainscape Contractor’s Representative: Pedro Espinoza
Observation Date: 1/3/2024 Report Date: 1/3/2024 Report No.: 2 (FY-24)
AC - Indicates major items recommended to be discussed by Advisory Committee S - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by staff, C - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by Contractor
LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
MONTHLY ADDRESSED Yellow - Items recommended to be addressed as soon as
possible or renovation recommendations generally based
upon vehicular or storm damage.
All locations X X All Duckbill tree staking system must be reviewed every three months to determine if
cables need to be loosened, rubber straps repositioned and make sure the rubber straps
are not allowed to be grown over by tree bark in the tree branch joints.
X X 2 All locations with torpedo grass weed in the plantings needs to be treated for removal.
Median #1 X X North end: Previous replacement Sabal palm has died and needs to be replaced. Match
existing. This type of palm will require (2) bubblers and additional hand watering to
survive its planting.
X X 2 North end: (13) Juniper parsonii 3 gal. that need to be replanted as replacements.
X X 2 Sand cordgrass bed: The bed has (6) plants are dead or missing and need to be replaced
with 3 gal. size Sand cordgrass plants.
X X 2 South end: (9) Juniper replacement plants have declined and/or dead due to sever water
stress. Replant with 3 gal. Juniper parsonii.
X X 2 Middle Bed: Yellow African iris plants (4) plant declined and/or dead. Replant with 1 gal.
Yellow African iris.
Median #2 X X 2 At address 2160 & 2112: Bougainvillea shrubs are full of Torpedo weeds and they need
to be treated for removal. If heavy cutback is required, then it is recommended in order to
address weeds.
X X 2 At address 2160: Bougainvillea shrubs have Torpedo grass that must be treated.
X X 2 At address 2224: Tabebuia tree cable support has been cut with what appears to be the
pruning device.
X X 2 South end: Area of previous auto damaged Juniper need to be renovated. Remove
damaged or dead plants and install double row of (26) 3 gal. Juniper parsoni.
X X 2 At address 2248: (10) renovation Yellow African Iris have declined and need to be
replaced. Remove volunteer Blueberry Flax plants in Iris.
X X 2 At address 2184: (1) Tabebuia Ipe has been removed. It is recommended to replant with
the same Tabebuia Ipe tree. 11’-13’ Ht., 3.5 Cal., 5’-6’ Spr., 36” dia. B&B or 65 Gal. size
container.
M&A 3/7/23: The tree planted at this location was a
Yellow/Silver Trumpet tree and not an Ipe or Purple trumpet
tree. Removal & replacement is recommended based upon
trunk damage and the inability of this type of tree to become
well rooted. In addition, the metal center support poles has
not been removed after the installation of the Duckbill staking
system. M&A 9/5/23: The tree has been blown over by the
recent winds. The north duckbill anchor was installed about
12” not installed to its recommended 24” depth and as a
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result the tree pulled the anchor up.
X X 2 At address 2184: The Bougainvillea silhouettes are off color and are stunted in growth.
Additional fertilization is highly recommended. Mulch should be pulled away from being in
contact with the plant trunks.
M&A 2/8/23: (6) plants have declined and/or missing and
need to be replaced. 3 gal. size. M&A 4/4/23: Plant count is
now up to (10) plants and area is dry.
X X 2 At address 2160: (1) Tabebuia tree trunk has been girdled by staking straps. The girdling
location has healed over but will remain a weak point for the main trunk. At this location
an included bark branch union is present so reduce of this branch is recommended to
reduce weight of the branch.
X X 2 North End at 2052: Juniper parsoni have large amount of dead and brown foliage which
appears to be result of insect (e.g. spider mites) or fungal disease. Contractor should
review to treat issue and prune out dead foliage.
M&A 5/3/22: Contractor determined Juniper had a Blight
disease and bed has been treated. Approx. 39-40 plants
involved. M&A 12/6/22 (14) 3 gal. Juniper parsoni needed to
finish replacements.
Median #3 - Pump Station
Location- 5 hp, 6” well, VFD
X X 2 At address 1944: Bougainvillea shrubs full of Torpedo grass weeds.
X X 2
At address 1945: South Trumpet tree Duckbill staking cable has been cut. It could be
vandalism or be from the hedge trimmer because the cable extended into the adjacent
Bougainvillea shrubs. Cable needs to be repaired or replaced.
Median #4 X X 2 South end: Remove volunteer Asparagus fern in Juniper.
Median #5 X X 2 (20+/-) renovation Blueberry flax plants have declined and need to be replaced. Issue
appears to irrigation coverage. Install (20) 1 gal. Blueberry flax.
Median #6 X X 2 At address 1790: Remove dead and damaged foliage in Juniper
X X 2 At address 1720: Water stress has caused the decline of (13 -15) Iris plants that will need
to be replaced with 1 gal. Yellow African iris plants.
X X 11 At address 1740: The Bougainvillea silhouettes are off color and are stunted in growth.
Plants should be reviewed for irrigation coverage and additional fertilization. Mulch should
be pulled away from being in contact with the plant trunks.
M&A 4/4/23: (26-30) Bougainvillea plants have declined
and/or dead. Recommended to remove all and replant bed
with 3 gal. Bougainvillea ‘Silhouettes’
18th Place SW Median X X Recommendation: Remove all surface vegetation (Bougainvillea shrubs) and lower grade
3-inches. Install (7) 3 gal., Aechmea “Raspberry Bromeliad and mulch entire median with
Rice Rock mulch to include filter cloth below Rice Rock mulch.
18th Ave. S.W. Median X X Recommendation: Remove all surface vegetation and lower grade 3 -inches. Install (8) 3
gal., Aechmea “Raspberry Bromeliad and mulch entire median with Rice Rock mulch to
include filter cloth below Rice Rock mulch.
QUARTERLY ADDRESSED
Accent/Street Lighting
Lighting Electric Meters &
Irrigation Controller Electric
Source Locations
Lighting Electric Meter 2271 Sunshine Blvd., 1 SUN, Alley off 23 rd Ave. SW
Lighting Electric Meter & Irrigation Controller Electric, 1995 Sunshine Blvd., 2 SUN, Alley
off 20th PL. SW
Lighting Electric Meter 4642 18th Pl. SW, 3 SUN, North R/W
Fertilizations: X Refer to schedule.
Irrigation: X X Previous month water use total per WeatherTrak controller estimate is 58,666 gallons.
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LC 098 * FL 1023A
Project: GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION, M.S.T.U. Landscape Architect Report: January 2024
Location: Tropicana Blvd.
Project Manager: Dan Schumacher, Collier County Public Services Department, Public Transportation & Neighborhood Enhancements Division
Consultant: McGee & Associates Consultant’s Representative: Michael A. McGee, rla, isa
Landscape Contractor: Mainscape Contractor’s Representative: Pedro Espinoza
Observation Date: 1/3/2024 Report Date: 1/3/2024 Report No.: 2 (FY-24)
AC - Indicates major items recommended to be discussed by Advisory Committee S - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by staff, C - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by Contractor
LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
MONTHLY ADDRESSED Yellow - Items recommended to be addressed as soon as
possible or renovation recommendations generally based
upon vehicular or storm damage.
All locations: X X Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
X X Recommend mulch replenishment in all locations.
Median #1 X X Recommend renovation of Dwarf Jasmine plantings based upon poor performance at this
location. Remove all surface vegetation and debris except for existing Bromeliads and
replant area with (275) 1 gal. Liriope ‘Big Blue’.
X X Remove dead and damaged foliage and branches out of existing Juniper bed on the
south end of median.
Median #2 X X At the end of February recommend Bougainvillea receive heavy reduction cut of 50% and
then existing Asparagus fern plants and other weeds be removed and/or treated with
herbicide.
X X The existing quick coupler valve box is broken and deformed and needs to have the top
box and lid removed and new ones installed.
Pedestrian shelter at 31st Ave.
SW
X No major issue observed.
Median #3 Bridge X X 2 South end: (5-8) Yellow African Iris in decline or missing. Replant with 3 gal. size.
X X 2 North end: Remove Blueberry Flax volunteers. M&A 9/6/22: (3) Yellow African Iris in decline or missing.
Replant with 3 gal. size. M&A 3/7/23 the number of
replacements has increased to a total of (9).
Median #4 X X At address 2860: remove concrete pavers at base of Tabebuia tree.
X X 2 At address 2881: (1) Pink Tabebuia tree needs structural and corrective pruning for cross
branching, parallel branching, sprout reduction, damaged wood, and thinning.
X X 2 At address 2860: (1) Purple Tabebuia “Ipe” tree needs structural and corrective pruning
for cross branching, parallel branching, sprout reduction, damaged wood, and thinning.
X X 2 At address 2930: Recommend removing two Crape myrtles and replace with (2) Crape
Myrtle ‘Natchez’, White, 30 gal., 2” cal., 8’-10’ ht., 5’-6’ spr., Multi-stem (4 min.). Will
require (1) bubbler location with (2) adjustable flood bubblers per tree.
Pedestrian Shelter- 28th Ave. SW X No major issue observed.
Median #5 X X At address 2672: Holly tree has totally defoliated, and main trunk bark is cracking. Decline
would contribute to mature age of 16+/- years and past site conditions. Recommendation
is to schedule removal by excavation and replant with Ilex x attenuate – East Palatka
Holly 10’ Ht., 3’ spr., 3.5” cal. in 65 gal. container
X X 2 At address 2600: Holly tree has totally defoliated, root system is rotting, main trunk has
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severe rot due to previous pruning wounds not compartmentalizing and healing over.
Recommendation is to schedule removal by excavation and replant with Ilex x attenuate –
East Palatka Holly 10’ Ht., 3’ spr., 3.5” cal. in 65 gal. container
X X At address 2580: (2) Hong Kong Orchid trees need structural and corrective pruning for
cross branching, parallel branching, sprout reduction, damaged wood, and thinning.
At address 2530: (1) Jacaranda tree need structural and corrective pruning for cross
branching, parallel branching, sprout reduction, damaged wood, and thinning.
X X 2 At address 2654: (3) White African Iris missing, replant with 3 gal. size.
X X 2 At address 2578: (1) White African Iris in decline, replant with 3 gal. size.
X X 2 At address 2520: Remove volunteer Crape myrtles growing in Bougainvillea bed. M&A 11/7/22: it is recommended due to the amount of
shade over this planting location that the existing
Bougainvillea and Crape myrtle sprouts be removed, and
the area planted with Bromeliads. (45) Neoregelia
carolinae ‘Tricolor’, 6” pots, 24” o.c.+/-, first row 4’ off
back of curb. M&A 9/5/23: It appears carpe myrtle
sprouts have been treated with herbicide.
X 2 At address 2600: Recommend Oak, 18” caliper, 50% damaged in main trunk from broken
off large branch be monitored yearly.
M&A 6/6/23: This Oak is adjacent to the declined Holly
tree at address 2701 that is being recommended for
removal and replacement. It is recommended that this
Oak tree be coordinated for removal by excavation and
replace with Quercus virginiana ‘Cathedral’ 11’-13’ ht.,
3.5 cal., 5’ spr. 36” dia. root ball or 65 gal. container.
Median #6 (Pavers only) No major issue observed.
QUARTERLY ADDRESSED
Accent/Street Lighting X Median #1 south light pole fixture has been turned out of alignment with the median.
Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
Locations
East R/W between 13th Ave. & PL. Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
West Alley off 28th Ave. SW Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
West R/W in Alley between G.G. Pkwy. & 26th PL. SW, Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
West R/W at corner of 30th PL. SW & Tropicana Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
Fertilizations: X X Refer to schedule to be developed with Contractor.
Irrigation: X Previous month water use total per WeatherTrak controller estimate 188,622 gallons.
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Golden Gate M.S.T.U.Fund 1621January 16, 2024FY-24VendorItemPO# Budget Commitments Expenditures Available 1MILLAGE COLLECTED & INTEREST MSTU Revenues682,100.00$ -$ 586,485.33$ 95,614.67$ 2CARRY FORWARDUnexpended Prior Year Funds1,713,176.44$ -$ -$ 1,713,176.44$ 3 ALL REVENUES2,395,276.44$ -$ 586,485.33$ 1,808,791.11$ McGee & AssociatesLandscape Architect (FY-23)45002218799,062.00$ -$ McGee & AssociatesLandscape Architect (FY-24)450022849422,758.90$ 2,856.10$ 4ENG. FEES & OTHERS 39,062.00$ 31,820.90$ 2,856.10$ 4,385.00$ 5INDIRECT COST REIMBURSECollier CountyIndirect CostDirect Pay5,900.00$ 2,950.00$ 2,950.00$ -$ MainscapeLandscape Incidentals450022695230,000.00$ -$ 6LANDSCAPE INCIDENTALS (634990)30,000.00$ 30,000.00$ -$ -$ MainscapeGrounds Maintenance450022695286,673.51$ 33,326.49$ 7OTHER CONTRACTUAL (634999)174,200.00$ 86,673.51$ 33,326.49$ 54,200.00$ Tree ScapingPalm Pruning4500225911-$ 8,898.00$ NEMWPump Station Maintenance450022 - - - - -$ 1,275.00$ 8OTHER CONTRACTUAL (639990)38,898.30$ -$ 10,173.00$ 28,725.30$ 9ELECTRICITYFPLElectricity47000048853,500.00$ 3,636.26$ 862.74$ (999.00)$ 10INSURANCE GENERALCollier CountyInsuranceDirect Pay500.00$ 375.00$ 125.00$ -$ 11SPRINKLER SYSTEMSiteOneIrrigation Parts & Pumps45002272305,000.00$ 2,500.00$ -$ 2,500.00$ 12MULCHSoutheast SpreadingCounty Brown450022908615,000.00$ -$ 11,100.00$ 3,900.00$ Simmonds Electrical (FY-24) Electrical Services450022722710,000.00$ 5,000.00$ -$ 5,000.00$ 13LIGHTING MAINTENANCE10,000.00$ 5,000.00$ -$ 5,000.00$ 14LICENSE & PERMITS 2,000.00$ -$ -$ 2,000.00$ P-cardBee Hive Removaln/a-$ 350.00$ Naples Christmas Tree Lighting Holiday Decorations45002283552,850.00$ -$ Premier StaffingTranscription45002279012,814.55$ 163.35$ 15OTHER MISCELLANEOUS (649990)3,000.00$ 5,664.55$ 513.35$ (3,177.90)$ 16OFFICE SUPPLIES100.00$ -$ -$ 100.00$ 17COPYING CHARGESJ.M. ToddCopier CPC4500227403200.00$ 115.49$ 34.51$ 50.00$ 18FERT HERB CHEM5,000.00$ -$ -$ 5,000.00$ 19OTHER OPERATING 500.00$ -$ -$ 500.00$ 20 OPERATING EXPENSES332,860.30$ 168,735.71$ 61,941.19$ 102,183.40$ 21PTNE STAFF & DIVISION OVERHEAD2.7%65,000.00$ -$ -$ 65,000.00$ 22PROPERTY APPRAISER0.2%5,300.00$ -$ 2,496.51$ 2,803.49$ 23TAX COLLECTOR0.6%13,700.00$ -$ 11,810.03$ 1,889.97$ 24 COUNTY OVERHEAD3.5%84,000.00$ -$ 14,306.54$ 69,693.46$ 25IMPROVEMENTS GENERAL Thomas Marine (CO1)GG Pkwy Bridge - MSTU Railing Upgrade45002159031,978,416.14$ 0.76$ 22,115.38$ 1,956,300.00$ 26 CAPITAL PROJECTS1,978,416.14$ 0.76$ 22,115.38$ 1,956,300.00$ 27 ALL EXPENSES2,395,276.44$ 168,736.47$ 98,363.11$ 2,128,176.86$ 28 FY-24 BUDGET GRAND TOTAL= ALL REVENUES - ALL EXPENSES-$ (168,736.47)$ 488,122.22$ (319,385.75)$ Page 1/2
Golden Gate M.S.T.U.Fund 1621January 16, 2024516,253,177FY 13 Final Taxable Value 7.8%Total Available Balance2,128,176.86$ 533,888,677FY 14 Final Taxable Value3.4% Plus Commited And Not Spent168,736.47$ 575,541,732FY 15 Final Taxable Value7.8%611,031,317FY 16 Final Taxable Value6.2%Estimated Cash2,296,913.33$ 673,743,701FY 17 Final Taxable Value10.3%749,340,700FY 18 Final Taxable Value11.2%813,136,298 FY 19 Final Taxable Value8.5%Prepared 11/13/23GH885,583,987FY 20 Final Taxable Value8.9%987,248,891 FY 21 Final Taxable Value11.5%1,067,233,321FY 22 Final Taxable Value8.1%1,214,827,173 FY 23 Final Taxable Value13.8%+8.9% Average$1,351,201,209 FY 24 Gross Taxable Value11.23%Adjustment FY 23 to FY 24FY 24 Gross MSTU RevenueFY 23Millage0.50000.50000.5 mill capTax Dollars$675,601$607,414$68,187IncreasePage 2/2
Estimate
Date
1/12/2024
Estimate #
23391
Customer/Client Name / Address
Collier County Board of County Comm.
Accounts Payable
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 700
Naples, FL 34112-5749
Ship To
Golden Gate MSTU
Southeast Spreading
Company, LLC
6089 Janes Lane
Naples FL 34109
Provide PO # if applicable
4500229086
Terms
Net 30
KCN
Project Name/Description Additional Job Name/Information
Phone #
239-332-2595
Fax #
239-332-2852
Total
Subtotal
Sales Tax (0.0%)
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certificate upon acceptance of estimate.
(if applicable)
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Description Qty Rate Total
Golden Gate MSTU
Tropicana Blvd
Hunter Blvd
Total = 1,500 bags
2cu ft COCO
2 cu ft Mulch Installed 1,500 5.55 8,325.00
Lead time is usually within a couple weeks of issuance
of PO
$8,325.00
$8,325.00
$0.00