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Immokalee CRA Minutes 12/11/2024 (Joint meeting w/MSTU)Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA CRA Board 1 The Place to Call Home! Commissioner William McDaniel Jr. Joint Meeting of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency Co -Chair Immokalee Local Redevelopment Advisory Board and the Immokalee Beautification District 5 MSTU Advisory Committee. Commissioner Dan Kowal AGENDA Co -Chair Hybrid Remote Public Meeting District 4 (*Please see details below) Commissioner Burt L. Saunders Immokalee CRA District 3 750 South 5th Street Commissioner CareerSource SWFL Chris Hall Immokalee, FL 34142 District 2 239.867.0025 Commissioner Rick Locastro December 11, 2024 — 8:30 A.M. District 1 CRA Advisory A. Call to Order Board B. Pledge of Allegiance and Prae Mark Lemke C. Roll Call and Announcement of a Quorum Chairman D. Voting Privileges for Board Members via Zoom (CRA & MSTUAction Item) Approval proval of Agenda (CRA & MSTUAction Item) Anne Goodnight Vice -Chair F. Approval of Consent A eg nda (CRA & MSTUAction Item) 1. Minutes Mike Facundo i. Joint CRA & MSTU Advisory Board Meeting for October 16, 2024 (Enclosure 1) Andrea Halman Estil Null ii. MSTU Advisory Committee Meeting for November 13, 2024 (Enclosure 2) Edward "Ski" Olesky 2. Budget Reports (Enclosure 3) Yvar Pierre 3. Code Enforcement Report (Enclosure 4) Lupita Vazquez Reyes 4. Staff Reports MSTU Advisory i. Assistant Director Report (Enclosure 5) Committee ii. Project Manager Report (Enclosure 6) Andrea Halman iii. Project Manager Field Observation Report (Enclosure 7) Chairman iv. Community Meetings (Enclosure 8) Bernardo Barnhart G. Announcements Vice- Chair 1. Public Comment speaker slips 2. Communications Folder Cherryle Thomas 3. Public Meeting Calander (Enclosure 9) (CRA & MSTUAction Item) David Turrubiartez Jr. i. Proposed 2025 Meeting Calendar CRA Staff H. Other Agencies 1. FDOT updates John Dunnuck 2. Other Community Agencies Executive Director I. Community Presentations Facilities & CRA 1. Sainvilus Subdivision— Canon Sandora, PE (Enclosure 10) Christie Betancourt 2. 2050 LRTP (Long Range Transportation Plan) CRA Assistant Director Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), Anne McLaughlin, Executive Yvonne Blair Director (Enclosure 11) (Time Certain 10: 00 a.m) CRA Project Manager J. Old Business 1. Advisory Board update Yuridia Zaragoza CRA Operations 2. Contactor Maintenance Reports Support specialist 1 i. A&M Property Maintenance Report & Schedule (Enclosure 12) Page 83 of 201 3. Brief Staff project update i. Immokalee Sidewalk Phase III — Eustis Ave. and W. Delaware Ave. (Enclosure 13) ii. First Street Corridor Safety Project update iii. Land Development Code (LDC) update K. New Business L. Citizen Comments M. Next Meeting Date The CRA and the MSTU Board will be meeting Jointly on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 8:30 A.M. at Careersource SWFL. N. Adjournment * Hybrid Remote Public Meeting Some Advisory Board members and staff may be appearing remotely, with staff present in person. The public may attend either virtually or in person. If you would like to provide public comment, participate, and/or attend the meeting, please contact Yuridia Zaragoza via email at Yuridia.Zaragoza(&colliercountyfl.gov by December 10, 2024, at 4:00 P.M. You may attend the meeting in person on December 11, 2024, at the CareerSource SWFL Conference Room, 750 South 5th Street, Immokalee, FL 34142. The public is reminded that the CDC and Department of Health recommend social distancing and avoiding public gatherings when possible. All meetings will be publicly noticed in the W. Harmon Turner Building (Building F), posted at the Immokalee Public Library, and provided to the County Public Information Department for distribution. Please contact Yuridia Zaragoza at 239.867.0025 for additional information. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact Christie Betancourt at least 48 hours before the meeting. The public should be advised that members of the CRA/MSTU Advisory Committee are also members of other Boards and Committees, including, but not limited to: the Immokalee Fire Commission. In this regard, matters coming before the Advisory Committee/Board may come before one or more of the referenced Board and Committees from time to time. 2 Page 84 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! MINUTES Meeting of the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency Immokalee MSTU Advisory Committee on November 13, 2024. The Advisory board members, staff, and public appeared virtually and in person. Hybrid Remote Public Meeting CareerSource 750 South 5th Street Immokalee, FL 34142 A. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order by MSTU Chair Andrea Halman at 8:36 A.M. B. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence. MSTU Chair Andrea Halman led the Pledge of Allegiance and asked for a moment of silence. C. Roll Call and Announcement of a Quorum. Christie Betancourt opened roll call. The CRA Board had no quorum. A quorum was announced for the MSTU board. CRA Advisory Board Members Present in Person: Edward "Ski" Olesky and Andrea Halman. CRA Advisory Board Members Present via Zoom: Mike Facundo. CRA Advisory Board Members Absent/Excused: Mark Lemke, Patricia Anne Goodnight, Estil Null, Yvar Pierre, and Lupita Vazquez Reyes MSTU Advisory Committee Members Present in Person: Andrea Halman, Bernardo Barnhart and Cherryle Thomas. MSTU Advisory Committee Members Present via Zoom: None. MSTU Advisory Committee Members Absent/Excused: David Turrubiartez Jr. Others Present in Person: Silvia Puente, Paul Thein, Catherine Cowser, and Tricia DeCambra. Others Present via Zoom: Armando Yzaguirre, Franklin Baquero Avila, Jimmy Nieves, Reggie Wilson, Salvatore Anzalone, and Sarah Harrington. Staff Present in Person: John Dunnuck, Christie Betancourt, Yvonne Blair, and Yuridia Zaragoza. D. Voting Privileges for Board Members via Zoom. MSTUAction: No Action Taken. E. Approval of Agenda. Staff presented the Agenda to the committee for approval. Staff requested to move Agenda Item J.2.i. up before the library presentation to H.3.i. Mr. Armando Yzaguirre, who is the A&M Contractor, is needed at another meeting, but staff would like to have him provide updates before then. Agenda was approved as amended. Page 85 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! MSTUAction: Ms. Cherryle Thomas made a motion to approve the Agenda as amended. Mr. Bernardo Barnhart seconded the motion, and it passed by unanimous vote. 3-0. F. Approval of Consent Agenda 1. Minutes i. Joint CRA & MSTU Advisory Board Meeting for October 16, 2024 (Enclosure 1) 2. Budget Reports (Enclosure 2) 3. Code Enforcement Report (Enclosure 3) 4. Staff Reports i. Assistant Director Report (Enclosure 4) ii. Project Manager Report (Enclosure 5) iii. Project Manager Observation Field Report (Enclosure 6) iv. Community Meetings (Enclosure 7) Staff presented the Consent Agenda to the committee for approval. The Consent Agenda was approved as presented. MSTUAction: Ms. Cherryle Thomas made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Mr. Bernardo Barnhart seconded the motion, and it passed by unanimous vote. 3-0. G. Announcements. Public Comments speaker slips CRA Staff reiterated the public 3-minute speaker slip policy. The committee will give more time if they feel it necessary. 2. Communications Folder Staff reviewed the communications folder with the committee and members of the public. The folder consisted of the public notice for the Joint CRA & MSTU Meeting, notice for the Immokalee Community Campus Neighborhood Information Meeting, notice of Harry Chapman receiving a $25,000 Lipman Farm Grant for food bank, St. Matthew House mobile food distributions flyer, Holiday Turkey distribution flyer, the Immokalee Sports Complex updates, 1 lth Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Event flyer, and the Cherryle Thomas Christmas Around the World Event flyer. 3. 2024 FRA Conference update (Enclosure 8) Ms. Christie Betancourt provided a recap on the tour staff and board members went on as well as the keynote speakers, sessions they attended, and the overall networking that was done along with learning the best practices as a CRA and other highlights. Ms. Betancourt commented on a few highlighted things such as the Trolley that was free. The great outcome of this is that it helped increase the businesses, and it is helping them make revenue and increasing the traffic into the area of Ybor City and Downtown Tampa. She also complimented the small Cuban spot in Tampa and the chickens that are protected. Page 86 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! She further provided information on the Ybor Environment Services (YES) team and commented on the improvements made with trash, homelessness, and much more. The YES team does the cleaning, landscaping, and much more services to help improve the area. Ms. Betancourt is looking into it and will see if this is something that could be done in Immokalee. Mr. Edward "Ski" Olesky asked if there is a cost for the YES team. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that there is a cost associated with everything for the services done. Ms. Andrea Halman commented on her experience for the 2024 FRA Conference and said it is important that other board members attend the conferences. She commented on the improvements made in the area and said they were lucky to go on the Tour since it was initially sold out. There is much importance for other board members to see what is possible and reiterated that board members should attend next year. The FRA Conference are usually held in October. Ms. Andrea Halman commented on the importance of Art and said that many discussed in their session on how important art is in a community and might be something we would want to look at. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that staff recognize the importance of Art and saw how they embraced the artwork in Tampa. She provided information on Rural Neighborhoods and said they will come to Board to present a mural project they have in mind for both their Casa Amigos development and Community Center storage container. Discussion was made on the storage container and how the artwork helped improve the container. Mr. Paul Thein commented that he once lived in Coffeyville, Kansas and the Community College there embraced a project where they did art around the area. He wonders if there is an opportunity for others who are doing their master's degree in art with FGCU to do something similar in the Immokalee area. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that there is an idea currently, but staff are looking to partner with the Arts Committee in Naples to hopefully get some artists to come and work with the students at Village Oaks Elementary to do the Panther Crossing art. Staff provided brief details on the next FRA Conference. The 2025 FRA Conference will be held October 14 — 17, 2024 at West Palm Beach, FL. Ms. Christie Betancourt thanked all who allowed Staff and Board members to attend and hopes that more board members can attend. Mr. John Dunnuck followed up and commented that staff will be asking for permission to attend the FRA Conference sooner rather than later. H. Other Agencies 1. FDOT updates No Update. 2. Other Community Agencies No Update. Page 87 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Horne! 3. Contractor Maintenance Reports i. A&M Property Maintenance Report & Schedule (Enclosure 10) Mr. Armando Yzaguirre provided updates on the maintenance. He commented that all trees will be trimmed before all events occur such as the Christmas tree lighting event and the parade downtown. The day after thanksgiving, the decorations are going up on the poles and the banners are getting switched out. That following Saturday, A&M will get all the mulch out and final details on the streets. On Monday after Thanksgiving, A&M will start on the decorations at Zocalo and hopefully be done on Tuesday. Mr. Yzaguirre commented that all will be happy to know the Christmas Tree is true to its size. He also agreed with a YES team. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented on the Enclosure provided and said that it consists of the December look ahead. She commented that no one has been awarded for the Zocalo contract, so Mr. Yzaguirre will do all the work needed for December. The award will most likely be given in January to the chosen Vendor. She further provided information on the Christmas Tree Lighting Event and all who help staff with this important event for the community. Staff hope to transition this event within the next 2 years and have a non-profit organization run the event. Staff commented that they would like Ms. Cherryle Thomas to light up the tree this year. Ms. Cherryle Thomas asked how tall the tree is this year. Mr. Armando Yzaguirre Commented that the tree is close to 22 Feet with the topper included. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that CRA staff and A&M staff have done their observation of the downtown area and have confirmed that Mr. Armando Yzaguirre is able to remove the lid of the trashcans. CRA Staff have approved the work to be done, so there will be no removal of the trash cans, but the lid will be removed to save the trash cans. The lids are rusted so it is a safety hazard. I. Community Presentations 1. Immokalee Branch Library (Enclosure 9) Ms. Silvia Puente introduced herself, she is the Branch Manager at the Immokalee Library. She also introduced the Collier County Library Director, Ms. Catherine Cowser, and said she is supportive of all libraries and is involved in everything that happens in Immokalee. Ms. Silvia Puente provided information on the Immokalee Library location and hours of operation. The library is open Tuesday thru Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday they are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ms. Puente announced that they are fully staffed, and it has been a long time coming. There are 4 full-time staff and 1 part-time staff. She provided information on the services that the library offers. 4 Page 88 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! Ms. Silvia Puente provided information on the Family Programming and said that the Immokalee Branch Library's programming is designed to entertain patron of all ages and their mission is to focus exclusively on family programming. She commented on the success of the family programming and gave a few examples of others coming in to join in activities like the Lego Program, baby Lego program, mini golf course, outside programs, fuse beads, sand art, and Storytimes. Ms. Silvia Puente commented that she is working on trying to do Storytimes for 3 and 4 years old, however, there isn't that many families right now. The Immokalee Library is focused on story time for toddlers. They have around 30 who come in. She also provided information on the sensory play that they have set up and commented that they rotate different toys with other locations. Ms. Silvia Puente provided information on the Homework Center. This center started in 2022 and it was done through a grant. It's from Tuesday thru Thursday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., staff have added Fridays as well. This is set to end at the end of the month. Ms. Silvia Puente also commented on their partnership OF Extensions/41-1, Collier County Sheriff's Office (CCSO), Collier County Public Schools (CCPS), Blue Zones and Roker Bay. She commented that through a grant, OF Extension was able to host several cooking classes. As for the Collier County Sheriff's Office (CCSO), they come in once or twice a year and talk to families about identity theft, fingerprinting, and the different programs they offer. The CCSO also come in with their own story time book. The Immokalee Library branch has a great partnership with the Collier County Public Schools and have allowed students to bring their artwork and have it be displayed. Parents come into the library to see their child's artwork. This allows library staff to make an outreach effort to provide families with a library card. Ms. Puente also commented on Immokalee Middle School Media Specialist, Mr. Jensen and said he is phenomenal. He makes sure that the library has students' application in the Immokalee Middle School. The library staff are also working with the other local schools. She also commented on the Fields Trips that the local schools take to the library, mostly Kindergarten and I st graders. She commented that Village Oaks Elementary is teaching parents English. The parents are also taking a tour of the library and taking in the services that are offered in the library. Although Blue Zones is not in service, the library did partner with them before and had Chef Arturo come in a prep a meal and teach families on how to eat healthy. Rookery Bay is also provided a free programming and have done amazing programming like an interactive turtle program. Ms. Silvia Puente also commented on Friends of the Library and gave them a huge shout out and said that they have sponsored many events and programs such as the Magician coming in the library in the Summer and putting on a great show for the Children. They are driven to provide programming for all Collier County Public Libraries. 5 Page 89 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! Ms. Silvia Puente commented on the Collierlibrary.org website. Interested individuals could look at the events occurring, cloud library, download and streaming, eBooks, newsstands, and much more resources. The website is user friendly. Mr. Paul Thein asked if the sensory toy space is open all the time. Ms. Silvia Puente commented that the sensory space is not open all the time. She keeps it open after story time till noontime. As for the sensory activities in the children's area is open all day. Dr. Salvatore Anzalone complimented the work that has been at the library and commented on the couple of things that he and others are doing at the Health Care Network, where one of the programs is reach out and read. He would love to have the library contact him and see how he could assist and promote some things that they are doing at the library, which is phenomenal. He believes that there is an opportunity to utilize the resources that are available. Dr. Anzalone also commented on the food and nutrition side and said that he has been working with obesity challenge for children and are addressing this with several pilots. This includes in conjunction with Angelina Bernier at the University of Florida and maybe with the cooking classes and things done by the library, they could figure out a way to incorporate and make it become more successful for families to eat healthy. Dr. Salvatore Anzalone commented that is the Director of Pediatrics also Executive Vice President of Clinical and Business Developments and said he is available to help and support in any way that they can. Mr. Paul Thein commented that he and Dr. Salvatore Anzalone are coordinating a culinary effort and said that Dr. Anzalone is a huge leader. He provided data and said that 48% of the children in Immokalee have BMI that is in crisis of level trending towards diabetes. The national average is 19.7% and Collier County overall is 33%. He commented that what Dr. Anzalone is doing with the University of Florida is very important. The efforts that the Immokalee library is doing call help engage the patients at Healthcare Network. Ms. Silvia Puente commented that she will get in contact with Dr. Salvatore Anzalone. Ms. Andrea Halman complimented Ms. Silvia Puente and said she has done wonderful work at the library and commented on the resources that the library has to offer. She also commented that individuals could get new book releases and how you can get a book from other another location and drop it off at the Immokalee library. This is a wonderful asset for the community. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that CRA staff intent is to highlight organizations in the community that are going above and beyond. The Immokalee Library efforts to get the resources out to the families and children are amazing as well as the activities that are being done to keep all who participate engaged. Although there is no CRA quorum, CRA staff will have the Immokalee Library present at the Interagency meeting. Page 90 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! She commented on the amazing partnerships and getting in contact with other organizations such as the Healthcare Network. Dr. Salvatore Anzalone commented that partnerships like this will be an amazing opportunity for the Immokalee community and is glad to know that the Immokalee library is providing many resources. Ms. Silvia Puente commented that many would be surprised to see number of FGCU and Immokalee Technical College students using the study carrels set up and quite areas as a study room. Students are utilizing the library. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented on the number of people using the library for the Wi-Fi, since it's an expense many are cutting at home as well as the environment that many would like to get which is the quietness. Ms. Catherin Cowser commented on Ms. Silvia Puente and said she has looked on how to utilize the space as much as possible and provide services for the people coming in the library. Ms. Silvia Puente invited everyone to stop by and look at what they offer. Ms. Silvia Puente provided information on changes that are set to occur such as the Children's shelving and an upcoming project that involves the parking lot improvements for the library, Health Department, and Immokalee Sports Complex. She has no timeframe for this yet. She also provided information on the hardening grant to get a new roof, windows and doors. It's in the works. Ms. Andrea Halman commented that she would like to provide support for additional space for the library because there are so many people who utilize the library and that will continue to grow. She provided information on how one can request a book in a different language as well. Ms. Catherine Cowser commented that one can also suggest a purchase. As for additional space, Ms. Cowser commented that they will have to look at some type of property it adjourns with the County partnership like the Museum or somewhere else to get some sort of library space to help accommodate if space is needed. She provided information on the Friends of the Library of Collier County and said they have given over $200,000 and has helped the library come up with creative play programs. She commented on the Legos they use and said they rotate other toys to have a better utilization of all things and make sure they are using the dollars in the best way possible. She recognized that Immokalee is important, and they will continue to seek additional resources for Immokalee. Page 91 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! Mr. Paul Thein commented on the program the Togetherhood and said that they review a referral system, which Dr. Anzalone chairs, and they measure everything through a pathway to wellness and everything that is currently done by the Immokalee library seems to match on the clinical supportive side from reading to family engagement, sensory activities and cooking classes. It would be great for both to be able to partner with and be able to help the community. J. Old Business. 1. Advisory Board i. Joint Meeting with Immokalee Local Redevelopment Advisory Board and the Immokalee Beautification MSTU Advisory Committee. CRA Staff is moving forward with the merging requirements to merge the board and before this request is sent to the County Attorney and CRA Director, staff would like to have some suggestions as to the number of board members and the requirements for those board members. Staff listed the CRA and MSTU current board member requirement and representatives. Staff said they could have 4 residents, 1 non-profit, 2 businesses, and 1 at - large as a requirement for board members. Ms. Andrea Halman asked if a representative for both the CRA and MSTU will be listed as well. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that it won't be necessary since the board will be merged. As board members term expires, there will be elimination for those positions since there will be new requirements for board members. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented on the new board members and what they represent as a board member. Dr. Salvatore Anzalone commented if staff have considered Healthcare Network individuals to be a part of the board. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that she has put out all information on a Listserv, she will add him so that he is aware of all notices sent out for the Immokalee CRA and MSTU Board. Discussion was made on the number of board members. Staff said they will follow up with board members who did not attend to receive feedback on the number of board members if the board is merged. Once the board is condensed, there's no openings. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that the Commissioners would like to have a board with local representation. Mr. Edward "Ski" Olesky commented that he needs time to think about this. Mr. Paul Thein said he agrees with staff in the board members requirement. Mr. Mike Facundo said he was fine with staff s suggestion. All three MSTU board members present agreed with staffs suggestion. Staff will follow up with the other board members who are not present. 0 Page 92 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 i the Place to Call Home! 2. Brief Staff Project Update i. First Street Corridor Safety Project update Staff provided an update. The Board of Collier County Commissioners approved the 1st amendment to the grant agreement which extended time of the grant to December 26, 2024. A second amendment is going to the board early December. At that point, staff will be phasing the projects and have Phase One be from Eustis Ave. down to School Rd. where there is no encroachment on the right of way on that segment of the road. Once the design is done in December, staff will move forward in January to receive bids to go into construction. The second phase will be from Main through Eustis Ave. where acquisitions will need to be made on 11 easements before construction. ii. Land Development Code (LDC) update. CRA staff, County staff, and the Neighborhood Company staff met in the end of October. They discussed two areas of concerns which was Senate Bill 250 and the Loop Road. Both will be tabled until the Senate Bill 250 expires, and the Loop Road is completed. Staff will move forward with the land development code changes and through the adoption process. K. New Business. No new business. L. Citizen Comments Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that there will be two presentations next month. One will be the Sainvilus Development, Mr. James Sainvilus who used to work as the CRA Project Manager. He would like to develop a small housing complex. The other will be the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan. Ms. Christie Betancourt commented that Ms. Yuridia Zaragoza has accepted the position as Operation Support Specialist for the Immokalee CRA. Ms. Betancourt thanked Mr. John Dunnuck for all his effort in making this happen. Ms. Cherryle Thomas commented that she is proud of the Collier County Museum for calling her and asking for all Mr. Fred Thomas pictures. She commented that he was often hired in Fort Myers for his wildlife pictures. Collier County will display his pictures in February, and he will be the main event at the Collier County Naples Museum. Ms. Andrea Halman commented that she will be leaving the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) and said an Immokalee representative is needed on this board. If anyone is interested, she asked that other look into this board. Ms. Yuridia Zaragoza thanked Mr. John Dunnuck and Ms. Christie Betancourt for all their efforts into requesting for a full-time operation support specialist. She is happy to be here with staff and board members. Staff will be presenting at the Immokalee Interagency meeting after the Joint CRA and MSTU Meeting on December 11, 2024. Page 93 of 201 Co4ier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA Enclosure 2 I The Place 10 Call Home! M. Next Meeting Date The CRA and MSTU Board will be meeting Jointly on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 8:30 A.M. at CareerSource SWFL. N. Adj ournment Meeting adjourned at 9:51 A.M. * Zoom Meeting chat is attached to the minutes for the record. 10 Page 94 of 201 IMMOKALEE BRANCH1.1 LIBRARY-4.,� COLLIER COUNTY Y^ _ PUBLIC LIBRARY �� i � � +DM _ IMMOKALEE BRANCH 'Z. '�- ��r -. �"�r. EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY SERVICES 'oilier County The Immokalee Branch Library is so much more than just books! It serves as a community hub where people can access Wi-Fi, computers, printers, newspapers, and magazines. Visitors can view local art, locate community resources, learn about the library's digital offerings, and always find a friendly smile. LOCATION The Immokalee Branch Library is conveniently located at 417 N 1st Street, right between the Immokalee Community Park and the Health Department's Immokalee office EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY FAMILY PROGRAMMING All of the Immokalee Branch Library's programming is designed to entertain patrons of all ages! Our mission is to focus exclusively on family programming, ensuring that everyone feels welcome. EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY 0 EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY FAMILY PROGRAMMING EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY Li FAMILY PROGRAMMING EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY FAMILY PROGRAMMING I STORYTIMES EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY !j- W� 2 .. Storytimes take place on Tuesday at 10 AM each week! 'IS are a great way for toddlers and parents to make new friends, sing, dance, and shake out their sillies. EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY III STORYTIMES +� c 5 A "f /i y,• f Y' EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY HOMEWORK CENTERS _ Since 2022, the Immokalee Branch Library has hosted a homework center on r 4 Tuesdays - Thursdays, j - roviding students with free homework assistance. This program is funded by III a federal grant set to / expire at the end of 2024. EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY STORYTIMES 1 EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY PARTERSHIPS The Immokalee Branch is proud to have partnered with many esteemed localg i organizations in our efforts to bring - educational and to - entertaining programs to our community. EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY m OF EXTENSION / 4H OF EXTENSION / 4H EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY 13 0 EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY 1119 ■ CCPS CARD SIGN-UPS 1 CCPS FIELD a 00, EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY 17 EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY I BLUE ZONES J EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY RS EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS, EVERY DAY RD •l►ikgl0 Page 100 of 201 Zoom Chat November 13, 2024 Immokalee MSTU Hybrid Public Meeting 00:54:07 Salvatore Anzalone: 00:54:48 Salvatore Anzalone: and also ask a question. sanzalone@healthcareswfl.org Good morning I would like to make a comment 01:11:06 Jimmy Nieves: I have to jump off for another call. Thank you, Have a great day! Page 101 of 201 Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency IMMOKALEE CRA i The Place to Coll Home! Certification of Minutes Approval Form epared by: o n vim, Christie Betancourt, CRA Assistant Director Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area Approved by: Andrea Halman, Chairman The Minutes for the November 13, 2024, 2024 MSTU Advisory Committee Meeting were approved by the MSTU Advisory Committee on December 11, 2024, as presented. The next meeting will be a MSTU Advisory Committee meeting and will be held on January 15, 2025, at 8:30 A.M. at CareerSource SWFL. All meetings will be publicly noticed in the W. Harmon Turner Building (Building F), posted at the Immokalee Public Library„and provided to the County Public Information Department for distribution. Please call Christie Betancourt, at 239-867-0028 for additional information. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact Christie Betancourt, CRA Assistant Director, at least 48 hours before the meeting. The public should be advised that members of the CRA Advisory Board are also members of the other Boards and Committees, including, but not limited to: Immokalee MSTU Board, Immokalee Fire Commission, and the Collier County Housing Authority; etc. In this regard, matters coming before the Advisory Board may come before one or more of the referenced Board and Committees from time to time. Page 102 of 201