HCMSTU Minutes 12/19/2024 Draft
December 19, 2024 meeting minutes
HALDEMAN CREEK MSTU MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 19, 2024 MEETING
The meeting of the Haldeman Creek MSTU Advisory Committee was called to order by Roy Wilson
at 3:30 p.m. at 4870 Bayshore Drive, Botanical Garden FGCU/Buehler Auditorium, Naples, Florida
34112
1. Roll Call: Advisory Board Members Present: Roy Wilson, Robert Wopperer, Bob Bynum
and Jacob Dutry Van Haeften. Advisory Board Members Excused: William Robbins
MSTU Staff Present: John Dunnuck, CRA Director; Shirley Garcia, CRA Program Manager;
Tami Scott, CRA Project Manager.
2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance: Was led by Roy Wilson
3. Adoption of Agenda: Robert Wopperer made a motion to approve the agenda as written, second by
Jacob Dutry Van Haeften. Approved unanimously.
4. Adoption of Minutes:
a. April 1, 2024 – Robert Wopperer made a motion to approve the minutes as written, second by
Jacob Dutry Van Haeften. Approved unanimously.
b. November 6, 2023 - Robert Wopperer made a motion to approve the minutes as written, second
by Jacob Dutry Van Haeften. Approved unanimously.
5. Community/Business – Presentations
a. Mangrove Row Development- Brandon Cooper, Davidson Engineering (Attachment)
Mr. Cooper presented the PowerPoint “Mangrove Row Multi Family Development – Haldeman
Creek MSTU December 19, 2024” noting:
• The Mangrove Row development is proposed on Arbutus Street, west of Bayshore Drive.
• The parcel is vacant but was previously the site of residential development with the
structures removed back in the 2002 – 2004 timeframe.
• The property is bounded by multifamily development on the north and east sides and single
family on the south and west (across the canal).
• The developer proposes to construct 8 units on the parcel, 6 allowed under the base zoning
and 2 additional units per the limited density bonus pool.
• The site abuts a canal with access to Haldeman Creek and the project includes a proposal
for 8 boat docks.
• To provide for the dock area, a seawall will be constructed 15 feet into the property and
extend 12.5 feet into the canal for a total length of 27.5 feet.
• The docks are designed in accordance with County Codes allowing a dock extending into
the canal 25 percent of the width of the waterway.
• Landscape buffers are proposed on all sides of the property.
During Committee discussion, the following was noted:
• The maximum length of boat allowed at the dock is 27.5 feet.
• The grade level on site is 4 feet, the seawall is proposed at 5 feet, garages at 8 feet and first
floor at 10 feet.
• There is an extensive drainage system planned for the site and the units will have
generators and hurricane impact windows and doors.
• Construction is anticipated to initiate in 3 months.
b. Bathymetric Survey Scope of Work, Matthew Goddard, Humiston & Moore (Attachment)
Ms. Scott and Mr. Dunnock reported:
• Proposals were obtained through Humiston & Moore Engineers for a bathymetric survey of
the MSTU waterways as follows:
• Sea Diversified $24,900 lump sum dated October 11, 2024 for the data collection.
• Humiston & Moore Engineers $17,224 Time and Materials dated December 4, 2024
for the data review and reporting.
• Diversified Sea was recommended by Mr. Goddard after obtaining 3 proposals for the
work and being deemed the lowest qualified bidder.
• The scope of work includes determining the changes since the 2019 dredging project
undertaken in the waterways.
Mr. Goddard noted the original dredging of the areas occurred in 2007 and the data from that
activity will be used as a baseline in determining and work which may want to be considered.
During Committee discussion, it was noted:
• The survey data will determine existing widths and depths of the channels, however
identifying specific debris or rock formations will be difficult until the time any dredging
occurs.
• Mr. Wilson will provide the consultant with any data available from reports by boaters of
shallow spots or areas of concern.
• The goal is for the Committee to obtain a user friendly, layman style report of the data.
• It would be beneficial to approve an expenditure for a “not to exceed” amount for the work
given the proposals are still being finalized.
Robert Wopperer moved to authorize an expenditure not to exceed $45,000.00 for the work required
to complete the bathymetric survey and associated report. Second by Jacob Dutry Van Haeften.
Approved unanimously.
Mr. Moore noted they are still working on obtaining the necessary permit updates for any dredging
activity proposed.
6. Old Business:
a. Draft Ordinance Vegetation Removal (Attachment)
Ms. Garcia provided the update noting:
• Investigation is underway to update the County codes to require vegetation maintenance by
owners along their shoreline property.
• The concept at this point is to incorporate any requirements into the existing ordinance
regulating litter, weeds and exotics on private property.
• One concern is ensuring the owners are aware of any requirements for mangrove tree
trimming to prevent unintended violations of standards regulating the species.
b. Emergency Debris Removal Contract
Mr. Wilson reported:
• Consideration should be given to allowing an expenditure of $3,000 or less for emergency
removal of debris in the waterway.
• Coastal Zone Management will respond to requests, however there are delays due to their
workload and by the time a response occurs, the item may have moved or disappeared.
• It would be beneficial to have an immediate response to an issue to help ensure the
waterway remains a safe place to navigate.
The Committee, Staff and those present discussed the recommendation noting it would be
advantageous to have the ability to immediately address debris issues in the waterway.
Roy Wilson moved to authorize the Chairman of Vice Chairman to authorize up to $3,000.00 of
funds for emergency debris removal when the need arises. Second by Jacob Dutry Van Haeften.
Approved unanimously.
7. New Business:
a. 2025 Meeting Calendar (Attachment)
The Committee reported the next meeting will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025.
b. New CRA Office Location 3335 Tamiami Trail E, Suite 102
Ms. Garcia reported the CRA office has moved and is now located at 3335 Tamiami Trail E Suite
102.
8. Staff Report
a. Financials
Staff provided the “Fund 1631 Haldeman Creek MSTU” report for information purposes.
9. Public Comments (this Item was heard after Item 4, Approval of Minutes)
A member of the public recommended consideration be given to maintenance dredging east of
Bayshore Drive, an area included in the MSTU.
Krista Orick of Naples Boatyard noted the business is willing to assist in dredging activities or
clearing debris in the MSTU waterways. They have barges in service which are in and out of the area
on a regular basis and all the operations associated with the business are registered with the County, (if
required).
10. Staff Comments
None
11. Advisory Committee Comments
None
12. Next Meeting Date
a. March 10, 2025
13. Adjournment: 5:00pm
Approved by: Roy Wilson, Chairman