GG MSTU Agenda 07/16/2024July 16, 2024 Golden Gate Beautification M.S.T.U. Page 1 of 1
GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION M.S.T.U.
8300 Radio Road
READ AHEAD Naples, FL 34104 READ AHEAD
JULY 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)
-Committee Vacancy -
Staff Brian Wells – PTNE Director
Dan Schumacher – Project Manager
Contractors Mike McGee – Landscape Architect (McGee & Assoc)
Armando Ysaguirre – Grounds Maintenance (A&M Property Maint.)
Wendy Warren – Transcription (Premier Staffing Source)
III.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
V.APPROVAL OF MINUTES – JUNE 18, 2024
A.LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE REPORT – MAINSCAPE
VI.LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT’S REPORTS – MCGEE & ASSOCIATES
A.Sunshine Boulevard
B.Coronado Parkway & Hunter Boulevard
C.Tropicana Boulevard
VII.PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT
A.BUDGET REPORT
B.Community Welcome Sign Renovation – Golden Gate Pkwy (west)
•RFQ’s sent Thursday, 7/11, to three sign vendors - due 7/25.
C.Summer Meeting Break
VIII.OLD BUSINESS
IX.NEW BUSINESS
A.Irrigation Extension - Pkwy Median 2 & New Bridge.
B.2024 Holiday Decorations
X.PUBLIC COMMENTS
XI.ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING:
AUGUST 20, 2024 – 4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
4701 GOLDEN GATE PARKWAY
NAPLES, FL 34116
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GOLDEN GATE M.S.T.U. ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
8300 Radio Road
Naples, FL 34104
June 18, 2024
MINUTES
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 P.M. by Chair Spencer. Attendance was called and a
quorum of three was established.
II. Attendance
Advisory Committee Patricia Spencer – Chair
Paula Rogan – Vice Chair (Excused)
Florence “Dusty” Holmes
Ron Jefferson
Open Seat
Staff Brian Wells – PTNE Director (Excused)
Dan Schumacher – Project Manager
Landscape Mike McGee – Landscape Architect, McGee & Associates
Armando Yzaguire – Grounds Maintenance, A & M Property Maintenance
(Excused)
Others Ben Graeber, Collier County Roads; Wendy Warren – Transcription, Premier
III. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
IV. Approval of Agenda
Mr. Jefferson moved to approve the Agenda of the Golden Gate MSTU Advisory Committee as
presented. Second by Chair Spencer. Carried unanimously 3 - 0.
V. Approval of Minutes – May 21, 2024
Mr. Jefferson moved to approve the minutes of the May 21, 2024, Golden Gate MSTU Advisory
Committee meeting as presented. Second by Ms. Holmes. Carried unanimously 3 - 0.
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VI. Landscape Maintenance Report – Mr. Schumacher
Mr. Schumacher reported the A & M Property Maintenance contract for grounds maintenance has
been activated and the medians toured with Mr. Yzaguire to review maintenance required.
Santa Barbera Boulevard Refurbishment
Mr. Schumacher reported:
The Road Maintenance Division is considering restoration of irrigation and landscape renovation at the
intersection of Santa Barbara Blvd. and Golden Gate Parkway, west of the sign.
• The original irrigation lateral pipe was severed and capped, and irrigation heads disconnected
during a County project in the area west of the sign.
• The Road Maintenance Division proposed re-establishment and extension of the irrigation system
in the area impacted.
• McGee & Associates has services in their existing contract to prepare drawings for the two (2)
zone irrigation system and landscape installation.
• The MSTU would cost share the project with the County.
Mr. Graeber reported:
• A preliminary cost estimate for labor for irrigation line installation was provided by Superb
Landscape Services; parts are supplied by the County.
• Plant materials may be supplied by the County and in-house staff utilized for installation.
• Time frame for project completion is September 30, 2024.
• The Road Maintenance Division is responsible for maintaining the area.
Mr. Schumacher will discuss the project with Pam Lulich, Manager, Landscape Operations, Collier
County and update the Committee on the project at the July 2024 meeting.
VII. Landscape Architect’s Report – McGee & Associates
(The full report is included in the distributed Agenda meeting packet, which is accessible at the link
shown at the end of these Minutes).
Mr. McGee reported:
A. Maintenance Reports – June 4, 2024
1. Coronado Parkway & Hunter Boulevard
2. Sunshine Boulevard
3. Tropicana Boulevard
Comments
Mr. McGee
• Unresolved maintenance and replacement items identified in the report must be prioritized.
Coronado & Hunter
• Prune Muhly Grass into a cone shape.
• Fertilize Perennial Peanut as specified in report.
• Remove seed stalks from Alexander palms.
• Review irrigation coverage on medians with African Iris plantings.
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Sunshine Boulevard
• Bougainvillea shrubs infested with Torpedo grass need reduction pruning and treatment to remove
the weed.
• Prune Sand Cordgrass into a cone shape.
• Remove dead foliage from all Iris or Blueberry Flax lilies plants from base of plants.
• Review Duckbill tree staking system quarterly to determine if cables need adjustments.
Tropicana Boulevard
• Remove dead foliage from base of the white and yellow African Iris plants.
Mr. Schumacher will request plant replacement quotes from A & M Property Maintenance based on
McGee & Associates summary report and prioritize installation by roadway.
VIII. Project Manager’s Report
Mr. Schumacher reported:
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 June 18, 2024, prepared June 11, 2024.
• Purchase Orders
1. FPL - electricity.
2. A & M Property Maintenance – ground maintenance.
a. Incidentals – landscape plants, materials, and refurbishment.
b. Maintenance – regular landscape & irrigation maintenance.
3. Mainscape Landscaping – grounds maintenance.
a. Incidentals – landscape plants, materials, and refurbishment.
b. Maintenance – regular landscape & irrigation maintenance.
4. McGee & Associates – landscape architectural services.
5. Naples Christmas Lighting – Holiday decorations.
6. Naples Electric motor Works (NEMW) – pump station maintenance.
7. Premier Staffing – transcription services.
8. Simmonds Electrical – electrical maintenance and repairs.
9. SiteOne Landscape Supply – irrigation parts & components.
10. Southeast Spreading – mulch.
12. Thomas Marine – Golden Gate Parkway bridge – MSTU railing upgrade.
11. Tree Scaping of Naples – tree pruning.
• Budget Summary
1. Line 1, Ad Valorem Tax Collections & Interest – Of the $682,100 budgeted, $681,411 has
been collected and a balance of $688 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.
3. Line 3, All Revenues – Of the $2,395,276 budgeted, $682,411 has been collected and a
balance of $688 remains to collect leaving an available balance of $1,713,865 (the sum of
lines 1 and 2).
4. Line 20, Operating Expense – Of $332,860 budgeted, $152,652 is committed on MSTU-
issued Purchase Orders and $163,152 has been spent, leaving the remainder of $17,055
available within budget for additional operating expenses as needed.
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5. Line 24, County Overhead – Of the $84,000 budgeted, $81,758 has been transferred, and a
balance of $2,241 remains to be assessed (PTNE Staff & support, Property Appraiser, &
Tax Collector).
6. Line 26, Capital Projects – Of the $1,978,416 budgeted, $22,115 has been transferred and a
balance of $1,956,300 remains to be assessed.
7. Line 27, All Expenses – Of $2,395,276 budgeted, $152,652 is committed to existing
Purchase Orders, and $267,025 in total expenditures, leaving a remainder of $1,975,598
available within the FY-24 budget.
• General
a. MSTU Tax Rate: 0.5000 Mills (0.05%) for beautification improvements and maintenance
within the taxing district.
b. Funds not spent in 2024 (FY-24) will be carried forward into FY-25.
c. Tax millage and interest collected by the Golden Gate Beautification MSTU may only be
utilized by the MSTU and within the MSTU district boundary.
Mr. Schumacher noted:
• The gross taxable property value increased 11.23% for FY-24, generating $68,187 in tax
revenue.
• Two Purchase Orders were issued to A & M Property Maintenance for grounds and
incidentals.
• Purchase Orders for Mainscape Landscaping will be closed out pending processing of
outstanding invoices.
• The Capital Outlay Commitment and Expenditure recorded is for the upgraded Sunshine
Motif Infill Panel for the Santa Barbara canal replacement bridge.
• The proposed irrigation and landscape project on Golden Gate Parkway will be funded
from the Capital Projects category.
• The Office of Budget Management (OMB) will be consulted regarding the addition of a
line item in the Capital Improvements category dedicated to funding expenses incurred for
disaster/ catastrophic events, perhaps $150K per roadway.
• Funds recorded in parenthesis in the Available column indicate expenditures exceeded the
budget amount. Negative balances are covered by uncommitted funds reflected in total
Operating Expenses.
• Uncommitted funds available within budget are eligible for transfer to other categories
upon approval by the Committee.
• The millage rate, currently 0.5000, is reviewed annually.
B. Community Welcome Sign Renovation – Golden Gate Parkway (west)
Mr. Schumacher reported:
• The “Welcome to Golden Gate City Sign” interior panel will incorporate features of the
existing sign.
• A Request for Quote to repaint the sign, emboss the graphics and bird illustration, will be
issued to three qualified contractors.
• The paint quality to be used is specified in the proposal request.
• The Committee will approve the planned renovations prior to placement of the order.
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C. Summer Meeting Break
The Committee agreed to meet in July and determine a meeting schedule for August.
IX. Old Business
Mr. Schumacher reported design and cost proposals for holiday decorations and lighting will
commence in July.
X. New Business
Sidewalk Reconstruction
Mr. Schumacher consulted the Road Maintenance design group on standards for sidewalk reconstruction
on Coronado Parkway in the vicinity of the new water line installation.
• Sidewalk installations must conform to FDOT specifications.
• Restoration can consist of crushed asphalt or six-foot-wide concrete slabs.
• The preliminary cost estimate of $85.00 per square yard was submitted for Committee review.
• Cost may be borne by the MSTU or shared with the Road Maintenance Division.
XI. Public and Committee Comments
Bridge Lights
Mr. Jefferson reported that the nonfunctioning lights on the Golden Gate Parkway bridge over I75 have
not been repaired.
Coronado Parkway Street Light
FPL informed Mr. Schumacher that a “ticket” has been issued for street light repair.
XII. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the Chair
at 6:30 P.M.
GOLDEN GATE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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Patricia Spencer, Chair
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on ,2024 as presented ____ or
as amended ____.
https://www.collierptne.com/mtsu/goldengate-beautification-advisory-committee/
NEXT MEETING: JULY 16, 2024 – 4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
4701 GOLDEN GATE PARKWAY
NAPLES, FL 34116
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: July 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: A & M Property Management Contractor’s Representative: Armando Yzaguirre
Observation Date: 7/2/2024 Report Date: 7/2/2024 Report No.: 8 (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 Many beds have a thin layer of mulch. Additional mulch to create three-inch coverage is
recommended to help reduce weeds.
X X All Bougainvillea shrubs containing Torpedo grass weeds need to have a 50% reduction
pruning and then treated to remove Torpedo grass weeds.
X X All locations of Sand cordgrass need to be pruned into cone shape due to amount of
dead foliage.
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.
Median #1 X X 5 North End: The Blueberry flax lily bed has lost over 50% of the plants. It is recommended
at this point to remove the remaining flax lilies and renovate the bed with a different plant.
Install (52) 2 gal., Zamia pumila – Coontie on 3 ft. centers 3 ft. off tree trunks, back of
curbs and turf edges.
X X 7 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 8 North end: (13) Juniper parsonii 3 gal. that need to be replanted as replacements.
X X 8 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 8 South end: (9) Juniper replacement plants have declined and/or dead due to sever water
stress. Replant with 3 gal. Juniper parsonii.
X X 8 Middle Bed: Yellow African iris plants (4) plant declined and/or dead. Replant with 1 gal.
Yellow African iris.
Median #2 X X 2 South end bed: Junipers have weeds that need to be removed.
X 2 At address 2224: A previously planted Tabebuia tree in the turf area at some point was
removed and not replaced. It is recommended to install a Floss Silk tree. (Ceiba Speciosa
11’-13’ Ht., 3.5 Cal., 5’-6’ Spr., 36” dia. B&B or 65 Gal. size container.
X X 8 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 8 At address 2224 2236: Tabebuia tree cable support has been cut with what appears to be
the pruning device.
X X 8 South end: Area of previous auto damaged Juniper need to be renovated. Remove
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damaged or dead plants and install double row of (26) 3 gal. Juniper parsoni.
X X 8 At address 2248: (10) renovation Yellow African Iris have declined and need to be
replaced. Remove volunteer Blueberry Flax plants in Iris.
M&A 5/7/24: Remove volunteer Firangi Pangi tree in Iris bed.
X X 8 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
result the tree pulled the anchor up.
X X 8 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 8 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 8 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 At address 1976: Remove sand cordgrass adjacent to irrigation valve box and remove
mulch from on top of another box.
X X 2 At address 1944: Install (2) Dwarf Bougainvillea ‘Helen Johnson’ 3 gal. size.
X X 8 At address 1944: Bougainvillea shrubs full of Torpedo grass weeds.
X X 8
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.
M&A 3/5/24: The cut Duckbill cable was reconnected, but the
adjusting turnbuckle was removed. The turnbuckles are the
most important part of the Duckbill bracing systems.
Median #4 X X 2 Remove Asparagus fern in Juniper on south end.
X X 3 Junipers need to be selectively pruned to bring foliage to back of curb.
Median #5 X X 3 Junipers need to be selectively pruned to bring foliage to back of curb.
X X 8 (20+/-) renovation Blueberry flax plants have declined and need to be replaced. Issue
appears to irrigation coverage. Install (20) 1 gal. Blueberry flax.
M&A 6/4/24: Based upon additional plants dying it is
recommended the remaining Bluebeery Flax lilies be
removed and the area planted with Zamia. Install (25) 2 gal.,
Zamia pumila – Coontie on 3 ft. centers 3 ft. off tree trunks,
back of curbs and turf edges.
Median #6 X X At address 1750 & 1760: Prune back existing Bougainvillea to a 24-inch diameter. Install
(8) Dwarf Bougainvillea ‘Helen Johnson’ 3 gal. size.
X X 4 At address 1790: Remove weeds and dead stems and/or foliage in Juniper.
X X 7 At address 1720: Water stress has caused the decline of (13-15 20) Iris plants that will
need to be replaced with 3 gal. Yellow African iris plants.
M&A 6/4/24: Remove volunteer Blueberry Flax lilies.
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X X 17 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 37) 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.
M&A 6/4/24: With rainy season approaching it is
recommended preparations begin to renovate median as
listed.
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.
M&A 6/4/24: With rainy season approaching it is
recommended preparations begin to renovate median as
listed.
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 5,833 gallons.
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: July 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: A & M Property Management Contractor’s Representative: Armando Yzaguirre
Observation Date: 7/2/2024 Report Date: 7/2/2024 Report No.: 8 (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 All Alexander palms need to be reviewed to make sure the bubblers are positioned 12-
inches off edge of trunks and pinned to the ground with galvanized u-shaped pins.
X X All Alexander palms need to seed stalks removed.
X X All Muhly grass should be pruned into cone shape.
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.
Median #1- Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #2- Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #3 X X 4 Review palm tree braces to make sure they are not deforming the trunks.
X X 3 Middle area needs (37) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements M&A 5/7/24: Areas contains weeds.
Median #4 X X 2 (7) Irrigation heads in African iris plants need to be addressed as listed above under all
locations.
X X 8 East median end needs (38) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
X X 8 West median end needs (30) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
X X 8 (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 8 Median needs (35) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements M&A 5/7/24: Areas contains weeds.
Median #6 X X 2 (4) Irrigation heads in African iris plants need to be addressed as listed above under all
locations.
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X X 8 (16) Yellow African Iris replacements are recommended, 3 gal. size plants. M&A 5/7/24: Areas contains weeds.
Median #7 X 2 Remove and herbicide volunteer Strangler Fig vine in Sabal palm trunk.
Median #8 X No major issues observed
Median #9 - Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #10 X X 2 At address 5301: Remove vines growing on palms.
X X 4 Perennial peanut on east end in full of weeds.
X X 7 At address 5327 & 5273: (4) Paurotis palm clumps need to be pruned for thinning and
removal of dead or declining stems.
X X 7 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 7 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 7 East end: Needs (13) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
Median #12 X 7 West end: Needs (13) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
Median #13 X X 7 Median: Needs (45) 1 gal. Society garlic replacements
Median #14 X X 7 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 All Muhly grass should be pruned into cone shape.
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 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 Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
X X Mulch needed for medians 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & eastern half of median 8.
Median #1 8 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 8 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
M&A 5/7/24: Area contains weeds.
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offsets as follows: 3-feet of palm trunks, 2-feet from back of curb & 3-feet off paver edges.
Median #3 X X 4 Perennial peanuts have declined except for the very end. Recommend raking up dead
stems of perennial peanut. Between palms replant areas with two centerline staggered
rows of (27) Liriope ‘Big Blue’, 18” o.c. in 1 gal. size, Triangular area at north end of palms
install 4-5 staggered rows of (115) Liriope ‘Big Blue’, 18” o.c. in 1 gal. size. Total plant
count (142). Re-mulch planning areas with a 3-inch layer of mulch. New plantings are to
have offsets as follows: 4-feet of palm trunks, light poles & shrubs, Outside of narrow
median areas maintain 3-feet from back of curb.
M&A 5/7/24: Area contains weeds.
X X 8 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 8 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 7 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 six eight
staggered rows of (290 217) 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, 3-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 6 South end: Recommend remaining perennial peanut be spray to remove and then plant
median end with six staggered rows of (130) 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: 4-feet of tree trunk, saw palmetto &irrigation boxes, 3-feet from back of curb & 3-
feet off paver edges.
X X 8 Median north end: Needs (40) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
Median #6 X X 2 At address 2101: Remove volunteer Oyster plants at valve boxes.
X X 8 West end at address 2007: Needs (80) 1 gal. Society garlic replacements
X X 8 Median: (8) Paurotis palm clumps need to be pruned for thinning and removal of declining
stems.
X X At address 2018: (1) Jatropha tree is missing. Replant with 6 ft. overall ht. multi -stem
plant.
Median #7 X X 2 (7) Irrigation heads in African iris plants need to be addressed as listed above under all
locations.
X X 7 Median: Needs (9) Yellow African iris 3 gal. replacements
Median #8 X X Median: Weeds needs to be addressed.
X X 3 At address 5201: Second Alexander palm from east end has broken head and needs
replacement. Excavate palm and replant with (1) 10 ft. clear trunk Alexander palm.
X X 4 At address 5290 & 5300: Paurotis palm clumps need dead fronds and stalks removed, as
well as thinning. Review for disease and treat if needed.
X X 8 West end: Remove dead foliage from within Blueberry flax plants.
X X 8 At address 4201-5241: Needs (175) 1 gal. Perennial peanut “Golden Glory’ replacements
X X 8 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
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have offsets as follows: 3-feet of palm trunks, 2-feet from back of curb & 3-feet off paver
edges.
X X 8 At address 5412-5340: Replant missing Blueberry Flax lilies, (40) 3 gal. size plants.
Review irrigation coverage before planting.
X X 8 At address 5360-5390: Needs (12) Yellow African iris 3 gal. replacements.
Median #9 X X Median: Weeds needs to be addressed.
X X 8 Median: Needs (30) Yellow African Iris 3 gal. replacements. Review irrigation coverage
before replanting.
Median #10 X X 8 Apply Legume Soil Inoculant product as soon as possible, as well as an application of 0-0-
22-22S-11mg fertilizer.
M&A 5/7/24: Area contains weeds.
Median #11 X X 8 Median: Needs (85) Society garlic plants 1 gal. replacements
Median #12 X X 8 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.
M&A 5/7/24: Area contains weeds.
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 170,512 gallons.
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Phone (239) 417-0707 * Fax (239) 417-0708
LC 098 * FL 1023A
Project: GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION, M.S.T.U. Landscape Architect Report: July 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: A & M Property Management Contractor’s Representative: Armando Yzaguirre
Observation Date: 7/2/2024 Report Date: 7/2/2024 Report No.: 8 (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 Many beds have a thin layer of mulch. Additional mulch to create three-inch coverage is
recommended to help reduce weeds.
X X All yellow and white African Iris plants should have the dead foliage removed from the
base of the plants,
X X Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
Median #1 X X 6 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’.
Median #2 X X Remove Asparagus fern on north end of Bougainvillea bed.
X X South end north of Oak tree irrigation head is leaning.
X X 7 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 Trash Receptacle and lid are heavily damaged, and replacement is recommended. I
believe the replacement receptacle would be a Wausau Tile TF1030, 44gal., E22 Sand
Exposed Aggregate with forest green plastic push door top, with or without the custom
inkjet logo insert. How the color of the lid got brown I do not know the, because the
Golden Gate “Community’s Roadway Beautification Master Plan” reads the lids are to be
Forest Green. The pedestrian shelter is dark green. Also is a photo of the original artwork
that was to be the custom inkjet logo insert. I am not sure wha t was there, but it is gone.
Median #3 Bridge X X 4 South end: Continue to remove Blueberry Flax lily as they sprout up.
X X 8 South end: (5-8) Yellow African Iris in decline or missing. Replant with 3 gal. size.
X X 8 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 12).
Median #4 X X Adress 3044: Remove volunteer Cardboard palm in Juniper
X X 2 At address 3044: Irrigation head is leaning. Recommend remove and install Rainbird
1812 16” ht. pop-up spray head set flush with grade.
X X 2 At address 2860: Install (2) White African Iris 3 gal. size
X X 2 At address 2672: Install (3) White African Iris 3 gal. size
X X 2 At address 2896: Install (1) White African Iris 3 gal. size
X X 8 At address 2930: Recommend removing two Crape myrtles and replace with (2) Crape
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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 7 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 8 At address 2600: Holly tree has totally defoliated, root system is rotting, main trunk has
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 8 At address 2654: (3) White African Iris missing, replant with 3 gal. size.
X X 8 At address 2578: (3) White African Iris in decline, replant with 3 gal. size.
X X 8 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) X X No major issue observed. Recommended pavers be pressure washed and treated with
“Wet & Forget” mold treatment spray.
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 190,512 gallons.
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Fund 1621
July 16, 2024
FY-24 Vendor Item PO# Budget Commitments Expenditures Available
1 MILLAGE COLLECTED & INTEREST MSTU Revenues (682,100.00)$ -$ (698,844.07)$ 16,744.07$
2 CARRY FORWARD Unexpended Prior Year Funds (1,713,176.44)$ -$ -$ (1,713,176.44)$
3 ALL REVENUES (2,395,276.44)$ -$ (698,844.07)$ (1,696,432.37)$
McGee & Associates Landscape Architect (FY-24)4500228494 13,010.00$ 12,605.00$
4 ENG. FEES & OTHERS (631403)39,062.00$ 13,010.00$ 12,605.00$ 13,447.00$
5 INDIRECT COST REIMBURSE (634970)Collier County Indirect Cost Direct Pay 5,900.00$ -$ 5,900.00$ -$
A&M Property Maintenance 4500231470 25,000.00$
Mainscape Landscape Incidentals 4500226952 28,650.00$ 1,350.00$
6 LANDSCAPE INCIDENTALS (634990)30,000.00$ 53,650.00$ 1,350.00$ (25,000.00)$
Mainscape Grounds Maintenance 4500226952 26,936.40$ 93,063.60$
A&M Property Maintenance 4500231470 25,000.00$
7 OTHER CONTRACTUAL (634999)174,200.00$ 51,936.40$ 93,063.60$ 29,200.00$
Highland Products PO TBD 2 trash receptacles 1,229.00$ -$
Tree Scaping FY24 4500231546 2,500.00$ 500.00$
Tree Scaping (FY-23)Palm Pruning 4500225911 4500231546 -$ 8,898.00$
Tree Scaping (FY-24)Palm & Tree Pruning 4500230376 -$ 27,017.50$
NEMW Pump Station Maintenance 4500228807 -$ 1,275.00$
8 OTHER CONTRACTUAL (639990)38,898.30$ 3,729.00$ 37,690.50$ (2,521.20)$
9 ELECTRICITY (643100)FPL Electricity 4700004885 3,500.00$ 1,940.31$ 2,558.69$ (999.00)$
10 INSURANCE GENERAL(645100)Collier County Insurance Direct Pay 500.00$ 125.00$ 375.00$ -$
11 SPRINKLER SYSTEM(646311)SiteOne Irrigation Parts & Pumps 4500227230 5,000.00$ 4,052.63$ 3,347.37$ (2,400.00)$
12 MULCH(646318)Southeast Spreading County Brown 4500229086 15,000.00$ -$ 19,425.00$ (4,425.00)$
Simmonds Electrical Electrical Services 4500227227 10,000.00$ 5,000.00$ -$ 5,000.00$
13 LIGHTING MAINTENANCE(646451)10,000.00$ 5,000.00$ -$ 5,000.00$
14 LICENSE & PERMITS(649010)2,000.00$ -$ -$ 2,000.00$
P-card Bee Hive Removal n/a -$ 350.00$
Premier Staffing Transcription 4500227901 2,146.30$ 831.60$
Naples Christmas Tree Lighting Holiday Decorations 4500228355 -$ 2,850.00$
15 OTHER MISCELLANEOUS (649990)3,000.00$ 2,146.30$ 4,031.60$ (3,177.90)$
16 OFFICE SUPPLIES (651110)100.00$ -$ -$ 100.00$
17 COPYING CHARGES(651210)J.M. Todd Copier CPC 4500227403 200.00$ 58.84$ 91.16$ 50.00$
18 FERT HERB CHEM(652310)5,000.00$ -$ 947.40$ 4,052.60$
19 OTHER OPERATING (652990)500.00$ -$ -$ 500.00$
20 OPERATING EXPENSES 332,860.30$ 135,648.48$ 181,385.32$ 15,826.50$
21 PTNE STAFF & DIVISION OVERHEAD (911011)-2.7%65,000.00$ -$ 65,000.00$ -$
22 PROPERTY APPRAISER (930600)-0.2%5,300.00$ -$ 4,953.98$ 346.02$
23 TAX COLLECTOR (930700)-0.6%13,700.00$ -$ 13,280.68$ 419.32$
24 COUNTY OVERHEAD 3.5%84,000.00$ -$ 83,234.66$ 765.34$
25 IMPROVEMENTS GENERAL (763100)Thomas Marine (CO1)Pkwy Bridge - MSTU Railing Upgrade 4500215903 1,978,416.14$ -$ 22,115.38$ 1,956,300.76$
26 CAPITAL PROJECTS 1,978,416.14$ -$ 22,115.38$ 1,956,300.76$
27 ALL EXPENSES 2,395,276.44$ 135,648.48$ 286,735.36$ 1,972,892.60$
28 FY-24 BUDGET GRAND TOTAL = ALL REVENUES - ALL EXPENSES -$ 135,648.48$ (412,108.71)$ 276,460.23$
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Fund 1621
July 16, 2024
516,253,177 FY 13 Final Taxable Value 7.8%Total Available Balance 1,972,892.60$
533,888,677 FY 14 Final Taxable Value 3.4% Plus Commited And Not Spent 135,648.48$
575,541,732 FY 15 Final Taxable Value 7.8%
611,031,317 FY 16 Final Taxable Value 6.2%Estimated Cash 2,108,541.08$
673,743,701 FY 17 Final Taxable Value 10.3%
749,340,700 FY 18 Final Taxable Value 11.2%
813,136,298 FY 19 Final Taxable Value 8.5%Prepared 07.09.2024 ZS
885,583,987 FY 20 Final Taxable Value 8.9%
987,248,891 FY 21 Final Taxable Value 11.5%
1,067,233,321 FY 22 Final Taxable Value 8.1%
1,214,827,173 FY 23 Final Taxable Value 13.8%+8.9% Average
$1,351,201,209 FY 24 Gross Taxable Value
11.23%Adjustment FY 23 to FY 24
FY 24 Gross MSTU Revenue FY 23
Millage 0.5000 0.5000 0.5 mill cap
Tax Dollars $675,601 $607,414 $68,187 Increase
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