GG MSTU Minutes 11/19/2024
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GOLDEN GATE M.S.T.U. ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
8300 Radio Road
Naples, FL 34104
November 19, 2024
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 4:30 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
- Vacancy -
Staff Brian Wells – PTNE Director (Excused)
Dan Schumacher – Project Manager
Landscape Mike McGee – Landscape Architect, McGee & Associates
Armando Yzaguirre – Grounds Maintenance, A & M Property Maintenance
Others Wendy Warren – Transcription, Premier
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Spencer moved to approve the Agenda of the Golden Gate MSTU Advisory Committee as
presented. Second by Mr. Jefferson. Carried unanimously 3 - 0.
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – October 15, 2024
Chair Spencer moved to approve the minutes of the October 15, 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 – A & M Property Maintenance
Mr. Yzaguirre reported:
• Routine landscape maintenance services have been performed on all MSTU roadways.
• Sunshine Blvd - The handle has sheared-off of an irrigation flow valve adjacent to the pump
station. A photograph of the box/part will be forwarded to Mr. Schumacher.
• Tropicana Blvd - The irrigation flow valve by the pedestrian shelter near the south end will be
turned off, as coverage is no longer needed in the vicinity at this time.
• Quotes have been submitted for numerous median plant replacements identified in the McGee
& Assoc reports.
Comments
Mr. Schumacher reported:
Irrigation
Sunshine Boulevard Pump Station
• Mader Electric Motors replaced the control cabinet fan.
• Naples Electric Motor Works (NEMW) performed a diagnostic evaluation of the variable
frequency drive needs to be replaced.
• The pump will be removed for a comprehensive analysis. The variable frequency drive will not
be replaced if a problem with the pump is identified.
• Consideration will be given to a pump replacement due to age.
• Median plantings on Sunshine Boulevard will be installed on the resolution of the irrigation
issues.
Fertilizer
Fertilizer will be ordered from Howard Fertilizer for pickup by A & M Property Maintenance.
Application will be within one week of receipt by the vendor.
VII. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT’S REPORT – McGee & Associates
Mr. McGee summarized the November 5, 2024, observation 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).
A. Sunshine Boulevard
B. Coronado Parkway & Hunter Boulevard
C. Tropicana Boulevard
Comments
Mr. McGee reported:
• All Duckbill tree-stacking cables should be evaluated every three months for repositioning.
• Plant refurbishment of Coronado Parkway and Hunter and Tropicana Boulevard medians is
recommended.
• Fertilizer is recommended for all planting beds, and mulch (County Brown) applied upon
completion of plant replacements.
• Irrigation upgrades and water coverage verification should be done in conjunction with new plant
installations.
• Multiple Lumec-brand light pole fixtures on roadway medians have corroded metal edges and hazy
and/or dirty lenses which reduce light levels. Recommend all light poles be reviewed for cleaning
or replacement as needed.
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Comments
Mr. Schumacher reported:
• Quotes from A & M Property Management for replacement plants for Coronado Parkway and
Hunter & Tropicana Boulevards will be reviewed for approval.
• Median plantings on Sunshine Boulevard will be addressed upon resolution of current
irrigation issues.
• Tree Scaping will be notified for Palm & Hardwood pruning on Tropicana Boulevard and then
proceed to the other roadways.
• Replacement of the eleven (11) decorative light poles on Tropicana Blvd medains will be
evaluated, with quotes to be solicited from manufacturers Lumec and Sternberg.
VIII. PROJECT MANAGERS 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 November 19, 2024, prepared November 13, 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. Howard Fertilizer – fertilizer.
4. Lykins-Signtek – parkway “Welcome Sign.”
5. McGee & Associates – landscape architectural services.
6. Naples Christmas Lighting – holiday decorations.
7. Naples Electric Motor Works (NEMW) – pump station maintenance.
8. Premier Staffing – transcription services.
9. Simmonds Electrical – electrical maintenance and repairs.
10. SiteOne Landscape Supply – irrigation parts & components.
11. Southeast Spreading – mulch.
13. Tree Scaping of Naples – palm & tree pruning and removal.
• Budget Summary
1. Line 1, Ad Valorem Tax Collections & Interest – Of the $743,200 budgeted, $6,726 has
been collected and $736,473 remains to be collected.
2. Line 2, Carry Forward – Unspent funds accumulated from previous fiscal years and retained
within the MSTU, in the amount of $2,006,206.
3. Line 3, All Revenues – Of the $2,749,406 budgeted, $6,726 has been collected leaving an
available balance of $2,742,680 (the sum of lines 1 and 2) minus Expenditures.
4. Line 21, Operating Expense – Of $384,906 budgeted, $222,674 is committed on MSTU-
issued Purchase Orders and $14,614 has been spent, leaving the remainder of $147,617
available within budget for additional operating expenses as needed.
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5. Line 25, County Overhead – Of the $87,300 budgeted, $1,496 has been transferred, and a
balance of $85,803 remains to be assessed (PTNE Staff & support, Property Appraiser, &
Tax Collector).
6. Line 27, Capital Projects – A balance of $2,277,200 remains for improvement projects.
7. Line 27, All Expenses – Of $2,749,406 budgeted, $222,674 is committed to existing
Purchase Orders, and $16,111 in total expenditures, leaving a remainder of $2,510,620
available for MSTU expenditures.
• General
a. MSTU Tax Rate: 0.5000 Mills (0.05%) for beautification, improvements, and maintenance
within the taxing district is reviewed annually.
b. Funds not spent in FY-25 will be carried forward into FY-26.
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:
• A separate Purchase Order will be issued to NEMW for a variable frequency drive if
replacement is required.
• Simmonds Electrical replaced the photocell on a decorative light on Sunshine Boulevard.
The pedestal base will be stabilized or replaced.
• The quantity of bags required to mulch the medians will be verified. Southeast Spreading
Purchase Order funds are sufficient to cover the cost.
• 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
note in the FY-26 MSTU budget to identify a $150,000 amount in the Capital
Improvements category dedicated to funding expenses incurred for disaster/catastrophic
events, perhaps per MSTU-maintained roadway.
• The Asset Management Plan report to estimate life expectancies of MSTU assets and
corresponding expenditure projections to fund maintenance was updated during the
planning process.
• Uncommitted funds available within budget are eligible for transfer to other categories
upon approval by the Committee.
• The Ad Valorem taxable value increased 8.94% for fiscal year 2025 over 2024 generating
additional revenue of $129,275.
B. Community Welcome Sign Renovation – Golden Gate Parkway (west)
Mr. Schumacher reported:
• The Committee approved the sign design at the October 15, 2024 meeting.
• The sign and landscape light will be installed in January 2025.
C. Holiday Decorations - 2024
Mr. Schumacher reported:
Naples Christmas Lighting, a division of Sight N Sound, will install the holiday lighting in the
Right-of-Way (ROW) on Golden Parkway, at the intersection of Santa Barbara Boulevard, prior to
November 28th.
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