Bayshore MSTU Minutes 02/05/2025 - Draft
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MINUTES OF THE COLLIER COUNTY
Bayshore Beautification MSTU
Hybrid Virtual Zoom Regular Meeting
4870 Bayshore Dr. Naples Botanical Garden FGCU/Buehler Auditorium
Naples, Florida
February 5th, 2025
LET IT BE REMEMBERED, the Collier County Bayshore Beautification MSTU in and for the
County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date in REGULAR SESSION
at 4870 Bayshore Dr. Naples Botanical Garden FGCU/Buehler Naples, FL 34112 with the
following members present:
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Maurice Gutierrez, Chairman
Susan Crum, Vice Chair
Also present:
Shirley Garcia,CRA/MSTU Manager
David DiNicola (via Zoom)
Tracey Mayer-Brooks (via Zoom)
Heidi Liebwein (via Zoom)
Agenda:
1. Discussion on cleanup events
2. Seating arrangements for upcoming night event
3. Easement vacation request on Stable Court
4. Dredging issues at Haldeman Creek
5. Landscaping and property maintenance updates
6. Implementation of speed signs and road safety
7. Update on accidents and public safety measures
8. Application status for Schultz Family College Scholarship
9. Miscellaneous community updates
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Minutes:
1. Discussion on Cleanup Events
• Two cleanup events are planned on March 22nd and April 8th.
• Volunteer recruitment is ongoing.
• The Great American Cleanup will be centered on March 22nd. (Kayaks will be utilized)
2. Roll Call
Quorum Established (Names on roll call not audible) 3. Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance
4. Motion to Approve previous Meeting Minutes
• December 4th, 2024-Approved Unanimously
• January 8th, 2025-Approved Unanimously
5. Seating Arrangements for Upcoming Night Event (Action Item)
• Adequate seating has been arranged for tomorrow night’s event.
• Signs need to be set up by 6 PM to assist new attendees.
• Seating will prioritize existing attendees, with extra seating for presenters. 6. Easement Vacation Request on Stable Court (Action Item)
• Developer requests easement vacation for expansion on Stable Court.
• Opinion from CRA is needed before proceeding with county approval.
• Discussion emphasized the importance of riprap for erosion control.
7. Dredging Issues at Haldeman Creek (Action Item)
• Past dredging work deemed insufficient due to heavy equipment disruptions.
• Concerns about accuracy in reporting past work efforts.
• Collaboration with road maintenance and stormwater required for resolving issues.
8. Landscaping and Property Maintenance Updates (Action Item)
• Recent replanting efforts improved median and parking lot aesthetics.
• Challenges with plant survival due to soil quality and texture noted.
• Restoration and replanting scheduled for severely impacted areas.
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9. Implementation of Speed Signs and Road Safety (Action Item)
• Installation of new solar-powered speed signs on Bayshore and surrounding areas.
• Initial reports show effectiveness: monitoring ongoing.
• Crosswalk safety study being conducted for Bayshore and Shadow Farm.
10. Update on Accidents and Public Safety Measures (Action Item)
• Two major accidents reported: implications under review.
• Infrastructure damage being assessed and coordinated for repairs.
• Speed limit enforcement and monitoring to be emphasized.
11. Application Status for Schultz Family College Scholarship
• Applications open for financially disadvantaged students until April 1st.
• Encouragement given to share information widely to eligible students.
12. Miscellaneous Community Updates (Action Item)
• Continued interest in infrastructure improvements and land use discussed.
• Ongoing dialogue about commercial and residential impact on zoning.
• Boardwalk at 17 Acres project progressing well with community engagement.
13. Next Meeting Date
March 5, 2025 @ 5:00pm Goals Workshop
14. Adjournment
Time adjourned: 5:59 pm Bayshore Beautification MSTU Hybrid Virtual Zoom Advisory Committee _______________________________________ Maurice Gutierrez, Chairman
These minutes were approved by the Chairman of Bayshore CRA Advisory Committee on
______________________, (check one) as submitted ______ or as amended ______.
NOTE: Get the word out to the public to attend. Check on options for a public Zoom meeting.