Agenda 03/25/2025 Item #16L 1 (Accept the 2024 Annual Reports for the two community redevelopment component areas: Bayshore Gateway Triangle and Immokalee)3/25/2025
Item # 16.L.1
ID# 2025-896
Executive Summary
Recommendation that the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency and the Board of County Commissioners
review and accept the 2024 Annual Reports for the two community redevelopment component areas: Bayshore Gateway
Triangle and Immokalee and publish the reports on the appropriate websites.
OBJECTIVE: To review and approve the two 2024 Annual Reports for each of the community redevelopment
component areas and publish the reports on the appropriate websites (www.Bayshorecra.com and
www.Immokaleecra.com) as required.
CONSIDERATIONS: As required by Florida law, specifically Subsection 163.371(2) Beginning March 31, 2020, and
not later than March 31 of each year thereafter, a community redevelopment agency shall file an annual report with the
county or municipality that created the agency and publish the report on the agency’s website. The report must include
the following information:
(a) The most recent complete audit report of the redevelopment trust fund as required in s.163.387(8). If the audit report
for the previous year is not available by March 31, a community redevelopment agency shall publish the audit report on
its website within 45 days after completion.
(b) The performance data for each plan authorized, administered, or overseen by the community redevelopment agency
as of December 31 of the reporting year, including the:
1. Total number of projects started and completed and the estimated cost for each project.
2. Total expenditures from the redevelopment trust fund.
3. Original assessed real property values within the community redevelopment agency’s area of authority as of the day
the agency was created.
4. Total assessed real property values of property within the boundaries of the community redevelopment agency as of
January 1 of the reporting year.
5. Total amount expended for affordable housing for low-income and middle-income residents.
(c) A summary indicating to what extent, if any, the community redevelopment agency has achieved the goals set out in
its community redevelopment plan.
Attached are the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area (BGTCRA) and Immokalee Community
Redevelopment Area (ICRA) 2024 Annual Reports as Exhibits A and B. These reports provide a detailed description of
the yearly activities of the areas. Pursuant to Subsection 163.387(8), a financial audit of the 2024 CRA trust funds is
performed within the Collier County’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and is not a part of these
reports. Access to the CAFR is provided on the websites and shall be published on the website within 45 days of
completion.
The CRA Annual Report supports the Collier County Strategic Plan by showcasing redevelopment efforts that drive
economic vitality, infrastructure improvements, and community enhancement. By highlighting key projects such as
sidewalk expansions, historic preservation, and public space revitalization, the report demonstrates how the CRA
contributes to the county’s goals of fostering sustainable growth and enhancing residents' quality of life.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: None.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires a majority vote for Board for
approval. (HFAC)
RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommendation that the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency and the
Board of County Commissioners review and accept the 2024 Annual Reports for the two community redevelopment
component areas: Bayshore Gateway Triangle and Immokalee and publish the reports on the appropriate websites.
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3/25/2025
Item # 16.L.1
ID# 2025-896
PREPARED BY: Christie Betancourt, CRA Assistant Division Director
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Exhibit A Bayshore 2024 CRA Annual Report
2. Exhibit B Immokalee 2024 CRA Annual Report
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ANNUAL REPORT
2024 Painting by local artist, Phil Fisher, page 7
Exhibit A
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Vision Statement
Promote quality of life and economic vitality with a mixed-income, urban, multi-modal
community that welcomes visitors, cultivates the area’s artistic and cultural identity, uplifts
unique local destinations, and finds balance with the natural environment.
About the CRA
Letter from Commissioner, Dan Kowal
Collier Country Board of Commissioners
Letter from Chair, Karen Beatty
CRA Advisory Board Members
CRA Staff
About to Artist on Cover
BGTCRA 2024 Overview
Tribute to Donna Fiala
Community Clean Ups
Community Events
BGTCRA 2024 Projects
Holiday Celebrations
About the MSTU
Letter from Chair, Maurice Gutierrez
MSTU Advisory Committee
MSTU 2024 Accomplishments
Bayshore Beautification
Permits Residential & Commercial
Letter from Chair, Roy Wilson
Haldeman Creek 2023 Accomplishments
Private Development
Financial Reports
Hurricanes & Tropical Storms
Special Gratitude & Appreciation
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COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
The Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) was
established by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners on
March 14, 2000, through Resolution 2000-82. The agency oversees two
redevelopment areas: the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community
Redevelopment Area (BGTCRA) and the Immokalee Community
Redevelopment Area. Local Redevelopment Advisory Boards were
created in 2000 to guide the implementation of redevelopment plans.
The Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA (BGTCRA) spans approximately
1,800 acres and includes a mix of residential and commercial
properties. The CRA is funded through Tax Increment Financing (TIF),
which captures the increase in taxable property values above the
frozen tax base established in 2000 at $288,081,106.
The 2024 taxable value is estimated at $1,614,386,845, generating a
tax increment of $1,326,305,739. The primary sources of TIF revenue
include transfers from the General Fund at $3,793,500 and from the
Unincorporated Area General Fund at $862,400, bringing the total TIF
revenue for 2024 to $4,655,900, reflecting a 29.9% increase year-over-
year.Since the adoption of the 2000 Redevelopment Plan, the BGTCRA
has seen significant improvements, including streetscape
enhancements along Bayshore Drive, new pedestrian pathways, crime
reduction initiatives, demolition of substandard housing, increased
residential and commercial developments, facade improvements, and
the opening of the Naples Botanical Gardens.
In 2019, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approved the first
amendment to the Redevelopment Plan, updating the vision, projects,
and implementation strategies for BGTCRA. In 2022, the second
amendment was approved, focusing on updates to the Immokalee
CRA section of the plan.
For more information, please visit our website at:
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COLLIER COUNTY
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY EXECUTIVE BOARD
Daniel Kowal
The year began with the successful completion of the Hamilton Avenue Improvement
Project, which added much-needed boat trailer parking at Bayview Park. We've also seen
significant progress in the construction of The Grove and The 239, two projects that will
enhance the Bayshore area upon completion. Another major milestone was the Board of County
Commissioners awarding the construction bid for the long-awaited Bayshore 17 Acres Pedestrian Boardwalk
to Infinite Construction, LLC. This exciting project, set to begin in January 2025, will connect the CRA's 17-acre
parcel and Bayshore Drive to Sugden Park, further enhancing walkability and community connectivity.
Infrastructure improvements have been a major focus throughout 2024. In the wake of Hurricane lan and the
impacts of Storm Milton and Storm Debbie, the Board of County Commissioners has made strengthening our
roads and stormwater systems a top priority. Several projects have advanced through the design phase this
year, including the Pine Tree Drive, Woodside Avenue, and Andrews Avenue upgrades, which will bring these
roads up to Collier County standards and integrate them into the drainage system to reduce flooding.
Collier County also entered an interlocal agreement with the City of Naples to upgrade water lines and fire
suppression systems on Becca Avenue, Weeks Avenue, and Pine Street. Additionally, a Danford Street
improvement project is in the works as we coordinate with the City of Naples to upgrade water and sewer
lines and enhance road conditions.
The arts continue to thrive in Bayshore. With support from the Collier County Tourist Development Council,
which provided a $75,000 grant in 2024, the Naples Botanical Garden hosted vibrant events like Día de los
Muertos and Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden. The Board of County Commissioners also approved the
installation of a public art piece at the CRA parking lot to honor Jeanne Harvey, a beloved local entrepreneur,
philanthropist, and longtime owner of The Real Macaw Restaurant.
Finally, in 2024, the Board of County Commissioners approved a lease agreement with Warriors Homes of
Collier, Inc. to provide affordable housing and improve the quality of life for veterans in our community. This
initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting those who have served our country.
As we look ahead, I am proud of the progress we have made and excited for the future of the Bayshore-
Gateway Triangle. Our community continues to grow, and I remain committed to ensuring that this
momentum carries forward into 2025 and beyond.
As I conclude my second year as the District 4 Collier County Commissioner and
Co-Chair of the Bayshore-Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Advisory
Board, I want to reflect on the progress made in 2024. The Bayshore-Gateway
Triangle Community Redevelopment Area (BGTCRA) has seen tremendous growth in
2024, from ongoing project advancements and future stormwater improvements to
continued support for the arts and our veterans.
Daniel Kowal
District 4 Collier County Commissioner
CRA Board Co-Chair 2 Page 4042 of 5415
2024 COLLIER COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
On March 14, 2000, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 2000-83,
declaring the Board of County Commissioners to be the Collier County Community
Redevelopment Agency.
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Rick LoCastro
District 1
Chris Hall
District 2
BCC Chairman
Burt Saunders
District 3
BCC Vice Chair
Daniel Kowal
District 4
CRAB Co-Chair
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
District 5
CRAB Co-Chair
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What a year it has been in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment District! Despite a few challenges,
like the weather and staff changes, much was accomplished!
We’ve seen some changes in our team, too. Deputy County Manager Dan Rodriguez, who oversaw the
CRA, retired – we're grateful for his leadership! We welcomed our new Director, John Dunnuck, in
September. Christina Betancourt, from the Immokalee CRA, is now the Assistant Director for the
Bayshore/Gateway CRA. Until then, for many months our amazing Program Manager, Shirley Garcia, and
Project Manager, Tami Scott, kept everything running smoothly! Their hard work and dedication kept us
on track!
Residential development continues to thrive, with new homes sprouting up on many our streets by a number of
developers! A.J. Gardner Builders had a grand opening at their new location on Bayshore. The Grove development
is well underway.
This year also brought more fun-filled events to the district! Art Among the Blossoms at the Green Door Nursery was a hit once again, and
the monthly First Friday Art Walk continued to bring the community together, thanks to the amazing work of the Bayshore Art District
group.
While we said goodbye to the beloved 360 Restaurant, we’re eagerly anticipating the new restaurant coming, 7th South. Meanwhile,
Courthouse Shadows wrapped up and received its certificate of occupancy, and the purchase of 2695 Francis was approved to help expand
our stormwater pond – all great steps toward a more vibrant, sustainable district. Speaking of stormwater, exciting plans are underway to
address drainage on several streets throughout the district, making sure we’re prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws our way.
Exciting new business include The Bayshore Warehouse, offering flexible studio spaces for artists, designers, and innovators – plus it’s
available for events. And we’ve seen a creative reinvention of the long-time laundromat into The Matt at Bayshore, a retro-inspired space
that’s already a local favorite! Nearby, the art gallery formerly known as “Things I Like by Catherine” has become The Bayshore Gallery,
always offering creative inspiration to our community.
Summer Sundays were full of fun, too, with the Bayshore Jam at the Gardenia Building – a live music event that brought the community
together under the stars. Our local businesses also hosted a variety of daily/weekly events: from live music and pop-up yoga classes to
karaoke, trivia nights, fundraisers, wine/beer tastings, holiday events and a variety of culinary delights! There was always something
happening!
Even with the challenges – including the disruptions and flooding caused by three hurricanes – the Bayshore/Gateway Triangle is buzzing
with energy. So much has unfolded in 2024, and we’re looking forward to all that’s still to come!
Ending the year with a sweet Christmas Festival at the Bayshore/Coco parking lot, hosted by The Bayshore District, lent an extra special
vibe with activities for all ages. A gorgeous floral painting by artist, Carmelo Blandino, was unveiled, keeping in harmony with Bayshore's
theme, "Creativity in Bloom".
On a personal note, after 21 years of service on the CRA Advisory Board, I’ve decided to retire my position and focus on new creative
ventures and my real estate career. It’s been an honor to serve, especially as Chair, for the past three years.
Through all the transformations, both big and small, I hope everyone continues to work together in peace and harmony, navigating both
literal storms and the exciting transitions on the horizon. Let’s celebrate everything we’ve created together and look forward to what’s yet
to come!
With gratitude,
Karen Beatty
Chair, CRA Advisory Board
Karen L. Beatty
COLLIER COUNTY
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY EXECUTIVE BOARD
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CRA ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS
Because of our dedicated, hard working volunteer Board Members the community redevelopment area
has been improving and making significant changes that will forever have positive impacts on the health,
safety and welfare of our residents. We are so grateful for the years of voluntary service from all those who
have served on our Board since the CRA was created in 2000.
Karen Beatty, Chair
Al Schantzen, Vice Chair
Kristin Hood
James Talano
Steve Rigsbee
Maurice Gutierrez
Sam Saad, Jr.
Michael Sherman
Bonnie Hawley
Bayshore Resident
At-Large
At-Large
At-Large
Gateway Triangle Resident
MSTU Member
US41 Business Owner
Bayshore Business Owner
At Large
ADVISORY BOARD
We extend our appreciation to Kathy Kilburn for her dedication and for
serving the community, as well as to the BGTCRA Board
With Special Gratitude and Thanks to Karen Beatty for committing over 20 years of
voluntary service on the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Local Redevelopment Board, your
unwavering dedication has been a huge reason for the successful transformation of the
area.
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Shirley Garcia, Program Manager, joined the
Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA in 2008. Her
duties include administration, budgeting 3
funding sources, managing three advisory
boards and meetings, asset inventory,
coordinating projects and programs,
implementing process improvements, providing
general information to the public, and
coordinating the maintenance of the CRA
properties. Shirley has a Bachelor of Science in
Legal Studies from Hodges University and is a
certified Florida Notary Public.
CRA STAFFCRA STAFF
Tami Scott, Project Manager II, joined the
Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA team in 2017.
Tami’s primary role is to manage and facilitate
construction projects within BGTCRA. Tami has 30
plus years of experience in construction, design
and project management. She is a member of the
American Institute of Architects, Royal Institute of
British Architects, American Institute of Building
Designers and is a licensed contractor.
Shirley Garcia & Tami Scott Sincere Appreciation to Dan Rodriquez
Deputy County Managers for his support and
dedication to our Community and CRA Staff.
Amy Patterson
County Manager
Dan Rodriguez
Deputy County Mgr
Ed Finn
Deputy County Mgr John Dunnuck
Executive Director Facilities/Redevelopment
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ABOUT THE ARTIST COVER PAGE
The painting of Five Potters and a Painter, an annual event for the past 19 years held
at The Clay Place, Phil is a long-time Naples resident who has painted throughout the
Bayshore/ Gateway Triangle area.
Phil Fisher of Guess Fisher Gallery, 985 Central Avenue, Naples.
www.PhilFisherFineArt.com
‘5 Painters and A Potter’
The Clay Place is located at 1555 Shadowlawn Drive, Naples, FL 34112
www.NaplesClayPlace.com
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On November 13, 2020, the sale of the 5.27 acre site
(“mini-triangle”) in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle was
completed. Metropolitan Naples acquired
approximately 3.67 acres and is the lead private
partner. Naples Triangle Development simultaneously
closed on approximately 1.6 acres for the
development of 270 luxury apartments.
The property was acquired by the CRA in 2009 with the
intent to revitalize a key intersection of the
redevelopment area. In April 2016, the CRA approved
the Purchase and Sales Agreement (PSA) with Real
Estate Partners International, LLC (REPI), assigned to
Metropolitan Naples, LLC in October 2020. In February
2018, the Mini-Triangle Comprehensive Plan
Amendment and MPUD zoning district were approved.
The Mixed-Use zoning district allows for a mix of
residential units and commercial uses, including retail,
restaurants, and offices.
BGTCRA PROPERTIESCATALYST PROJECTS
With high-quality residential apartments coming soon from
the Ascent the development is providing much needed
residential rentals for the area.
Aura at Metropolitan Naples celebrated their
groundbreaking and Holiday Celebration on December 7,
2022. The 15-story luxury high-rise will include 56 luxury
condominiums and approximately 6,500 square feet of
commercial.
Now in 2024, the construction continues to move forward at
the Aura luxury residential condominiums with a mix used
components.
Aura coming online with Condos and Commercial
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The CRA / MSTU are very excited to be bringing this
much-anticipated project to life. The boardwalk is
going to be an incredible recreational amenity in its
own right; and on top of that, I think we will discover
that the resulting pedestrian and bicycle connections it
makes to Sugden Park and, through Sugden Park, to
East Naples Park will make the Bayshore District an
even better place to live, work, and play and that the
Boardwalk and surrounding 17 acres will become the
heart of a community gathering place that invites
additional investment and redevelopment our citizens
can be proud of. When you think of how the
boardwalk and site will interplay with the dining and
entertainment destinations on and around the Creek
to the north and Del’s and the Botanical Gardens to
the south, it’s hard not to be excited about our future!
17 ACRES17 ACRES
The project commenced on June 10, 2022, and Tasks
1-4 are completed and the construction contract was
approved on Dec 10, 2024.
Task 1: Conceptual Plan/Site Plan
Task 2: Stormwater Analysis and Treatment/
Geotechnical Analysis/Environmental Services
Task 3: Construction Plans including lighting and
landscaping. Permit Application and Support Services
Task 4: Bidding Services
Task 5: Post Design Service
Above: 2023 – Preliminary Concept Plan of the 17-acre boardwalk
project.
Left: The community came out along with Naples Botanical Garden
Staff, CRA Local Advisory Board Members, Bayshore Beautification
MSTU Advisory Committee, Dan Rodriguez, Deputy County Manager,
Commissioner Kowal, and CRA Staff to tour the property and view the
options for the location of the Boardwalk.
After a lot of discussion, there was a unanimous vote to put the
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BGTCRA PROPERTIES 2024 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2695 Francis Ave| Stormwater Expansion
The CRA Board approved the purchase of 2695 Francis Ave on December 10, 2024 for the future expansion of the
Gateway Triangle Stormwater Pond, the purchase amount was $1,349,000
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BGTCRA PRIORITIES 2024 PROJECTS
BECCA PINE AND WEEKS
The CRA and Collier County are continuing their
partnership in identifying and funding stormwater
improvement projects. Two projects were initiated in
2021.
Transportation Management Services Department is
taking the lead on project management for these
projects. Within the Bayshore community of the
redevelopment area, Phase 1 stormwater
improvements include three Streets: Becca Avenue,
Pine Street and Weeks Avenue. Bolt Engineering was
selected to complete the design, permitting and post-
design services for this project. The total project cost is
$673,324.91 . Project design began in November of
2021.
At the time of print the Design for Beca ,Pine and
Weeks design is at 90% completion.
STORMWATER
Bayshore Study Area 1
LINWOOD WAY, BAYSIDE AND LINWOOD AVE
Linwood Way and Bayside Street – Kissinger, Campo
and Associates were selected to complete the design
and permitting and post design services for this project.
The total project cost is $257,542 and was approved by
the project manager in November 2022. Work is
anticipated to begin in first quarter of 2023. In June
2021, the CRA, in partnership with Collier County,
purchased 2732 Frances Avenue in the Gateway
Triangle area to facilitate future stormwater needs in
relationship to the existing stormwater pond that was
constructed in 2008. Both agencies contributed funds
for the purchase and demolition of the existing
structure. Demolition was completed in February 2022.
The CRA continues to maintain the property until
stormwater improvements are implemented. At the
time of print Design for Linwood way is at 30%
completion .
Gateway Triangle Phase 1
Milestones Dates
Construction Drawings Completed 3/31/2024
Procurement of Construction Contractor 9/1/2024
Commencement of Construction 9/30/2024
Milestones/Challenges to date: 1-5-2024
Project Start Date: January 16, 2023
Completion Date: January 17, 2025
975 Total Completion Days
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Shirley.Garcia@colliercountyfl.gov
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BAYSHORE STORMWATER PROJECT AREA 1:
PINE, BECCA, AND WEEKS STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS
BAYSHORE STORMWATER PROJECT AREA 4: GATEWAY TRIANGLE:
LINWOOD WAY AND BAYSIDE ST STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS
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REHABILITATION DESIGN SERVICES FOR PINE TREE DR,
ANDREWS AVE WOODSIDE AVE
ROADWAY MAINTENANCE DESIGN: DANFORD ST
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HONORING DONNA FIALA: A LIFETIME OF DEDICATION
At the East Naples Civic & Commerce 2024 Annual Dinner Banquet, the highlight of
the evening was the well-deserved recognition of former District One County
Commissioner Donna Fiala, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
With a standing ovation from over 80 guests, Donna was celebrated for her two
decades of service that transformed East Naples—from Bayshore Community
Development and lush median landscaping to the US Open Pickleball Championship
and the Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park.
"East Naples would be a lot different without her hard work and dedication," said
ENC&C President Pat Sherry. "She didn’t just do a job—she cared about her
community." Surrounded by family, friends, and county leaders, Donna graciously
accepted the honor, reflecting on the journey:
"We all worked together to make this community what it became. Nobody did it by
themselves. Not one of us."
A legacy built on passion, service, and community—Donna Fiala’s impact will endure
for generations.
Donna’s book, ‘The People’s Commissioner’ is available on Amazon.com
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To further implement the Community Redevelopment Plan, the CRA Staff continues to work
with the residents to partner with Keep Collier Beautiful, Waste Management, and Solid and
Hazardous Waste to ensure safe, clean and green waterways and where our sea life can
continue to thrive in clean waters. Over 1 ton of waste was removed from our mangroves and
waterways.
We are so grateful for our partnerships with all the internal and external agencies as well as the
residents who came out to participate.
KCB GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP, AKA BAY DAYS
APRIL 20, 2024
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KCB - FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CLEANUP 3/2/24
½ TON OF GARBAGE WAS PICKED UP & DISPOSED
First Baptist Church volunteers gear up and are ready
to clean our mangroves, swales and streets through
Keep Collier Beautiful, Waste Management & the
BGTCRA Great Teamwork!
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To further implement the Community Redevelopment Plan, the CRA Staff continues
to work with the residents to identify neighborhoods for community clean-ups in
cooperation with Collier County Code Enforcement, The Collier County Sheriff’s
Weekender program and Collier County Solid & Hazardous Waste and Recycling
team members to coordinate free dumpsters provided by Waste Management as
part of their community service contributions.
As part of the CRA’s Priorities, we have collaborated with the Sheriff’s Office & Code
Enforcement to ensure a clean, safe and healthy Neighborhood for everyone. 1.89
tons of Garbage was removed from the wooded area
COMMUNITY CLEAN UP WITH CCSO, CODE & CRA
APRIL 19, 2024
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GREEN DOOR NURSERY EVENT
GROUNDBREAKING STEVE & AMANDA
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BGTCRABGTCRA
Develop a Master Plan for improvements in the residential and Commercial area based on
community input. Staff is currently working on a draft scope and will bring in consultants as
required. Staff will coordinate with other departments to develop an action plan and
coordinate a stormwater project off of Shadowlawn to Rock Creek in partnership with County
Stormwater Capital Projects.
Phase 1 – Commercial Area. Focus on stormwater/maintenance, parking and traffic issues.
Phase II –Shadowlawn Corridor with Stormwater to Rock Creek in partnership with County
BAYSHORE GATEWAY TRIANGLE COMMUNITY
Staff continues to look for flood preventative measures that would enhance the area and add
much needed infrastructure to areas of concern. Through continued partnership with the City
of Naples to upgrade water infrastructure while improving flood preventative projects the area
is getting the needed attention that improves the stabilization of the neighborhoods connecting
to the commercial area.
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BGTCRA
The 2019 amendment to the Community Redevelopment Plan lays out the framework of goals, objectives, and
strategies to support the overall community vision. Below are the six goals and the specific projects identified to
implement the vision. Tax Increment Funds have been allocated to complete the projects.
PROJECT STATUS REPORT
GOAL 5.3.2 – Land Use & Urban Design
Promote a defined, harmonious, and urban visual and
land use character tailored to the CRA area, cultivating
its unique artistic and cultural identity.
Projects Budget Allocation
50197 – Gateway Triangle Master Plan $500,000
Status: Program is currently in progress pending hiring a
design professional
50256 – Community Safety & Clean Up $135,899
Status: Program is ongoing no less than 4 times a year.
GOAL 5.3.3 – Public Space, Parks
& Open Space
Ensure accessible, activated, and well-maintained public
spaces, parks, and open space.
Projects Budget Allocation
50208 – 17 Acres Site Project $3,598,662.76
Pedestrian Connection Design $344,932
Status: Project initiated in 2022 and is currently under
construction
17 acre Boardwalk Site Plan
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PROJECT STATUS REPORT
GOAL 5.3 – Infrastructure
Provide effective infrastructure that preserves environmental and neighborhood design
quality through coordinated improvement planning and funding.
Projects Budget Allocation
50203 – Stormwater Project $3,400,000
Bayshore Phase 1 $673,324.91
Status: Initiated in 2022, partnership with Public Utilities and
City of Naples for design and construction. This required a
change order #2 to incorporate partnerships with the City and
County Public Utilities.
Gateway Triangle Phase 1 $257,542.00
Status: Initiated in 2022, design is at 60% in 2024. Estimated
completion is September 2025.
Stormwater improvements are ongoing to alleviate
street flooding on Becca, Pine and Weeks
GOAL 5.3.7 – Process
Carry out CRA area planning and implementation efforts to
engage and serve the various communities within the CRA
area.
Status: Ongoing administrative efforts including the hiring of
an operational support staff to assist with Code complaints
and continued monitoring of developments in the area to
encourage quality development.
Initiated Projects: 4
Completed Projects: 1
Stormwater Improvements on Linwood Ave, Linwood
Way and Bayside St
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$0 $20,000,000 $60,000,000
Building Permits $70,993,975
Demo $17,070,615
Residential Permits
BGTCRA
PERMITS | RESIDENTIAL
2024 brought new development to the
residential community, and as the year ended it
continued to increase. In 2024, 1,151 residential
permits were issued with a declared value of
$89 million.
South Bayshore Drive continues to thrive and
provide new Residential Homes for families and
new residents excited to move to Naples. We
are making substantial progress on
infrastructure improvements. Permits totaling
just over $29 million were issued in 2024 for
these projects.
Andrew Dr Residential Woodside Residential
New Residential Home ready for move in Residential house under construction on Pine Tree
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Commercial Building Permits were on the rise in 2024
with a total of 853 issued in the calendar year with a
declared value of over $246 million.
In 2024 the Old Pizza Hut building was devasted in
2017 by Hurricane IRMA, then again during Hurricane
IAN now it is newly renovated and thriving Real Estate
business added to the area, the Women's Center has
opened their doors after new construction was
completed, Permits for the 239 came online for a
Boutique Hotel and the Grove with a mixed-use of
commercial and Residential also starting construction
has been positively impacting the commercial corridor
in the redevelopment area.
$0 $100,000,000 $200,000,000
Building Permits $246,463,849
Demo $17,070,615
Commercial Permits
BGTCRA
PERMITS | COMMERCIAL
3010 Tamiami Trail E
Womens Center . 3015 Tamiami Trail E 3467 Bayshore Dr
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BGTCRA
PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
The growth of Collier County and impacts to the East Naples area has sparked interest for developers and
builders to purchase land and build for a housing market they have determined is much needed within our
Redevelopment area.
Doug Hunt, purchased vacant lots along Shadowlawn Drive and built these stunning single family homes with
pickleball courts. Ribbon Cutting was held in May of 2024, Commissioner Kowal and staff was happy to be a part
of welcoming them to the area.
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Thanks to our local businesses within the BGTCRA who continue to celebrate every holiday and
support the area’s vision by hosting these events for the community.
HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONSHOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
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HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONSHOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
Holiday decorations in 2024 continue for the not-for-profit Bayshore Business LLC stepped up to do
the area’s Christmas celebration which included the lighting of the tree at 3321 Bayshore Drive
known as the CRA Public Parking Lot and during the event, the community came out to celebrate
with the CRA local Advisory Board Members, CRA staff and MSTU Committee Members. We thank
Lisandra, Diane Sullivan and all her other family and staff for making this holiday a huge success with
Revealing Art by Carmelo Blandino.
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To improve the coordination and efficiency of project management, the BGTCRA assumed the management
of the two Municipal Services Taxing Units (MSTU) located within the BGTCRA – Bayshore Beautification
MSTU and the Haldeman Creek Dredging MSTU.
An MSTU is a special funding mechanism supported by property owners within the unit’s boundaries. A
special tax assessment is levied to make improvements and provide additional services to the district based
on the criteria outlined in the enabling ordinance adopted by the BCC. The maximum assessment or millage
rate is approved in the enabling ordinance and each year the BCC reviews and sets the annual milage rate.
Bayshore Beautification MSTU was established in 1997 to install and maintain the streetscapes within the
boundary, including such items as enhanced landscaping, decorative street lighting, signage, and the
establishment of the Advisory Committee. The ordinance also established a millage rate not to exceed 3
mils per year. The Advisory Committee is a seven-member committee appointed by the BCC to provide
recommendations on project implementation and annual budget. The ordinance has been amended several
times; the most recent amendment was adopted in October 2022 to expand the boundaries to include an
additional 62 acres along South Bayshore Drive. The current millage rate assessed is 2.1104 and has
remained constant over the years.
The Haldeman Creek MSTU was
established in 2006 to implement and
fund future public waterway dredging
requirements and establish an Advisory
Committee. The ordinance also
incorporated a millage rate not to
exceed 3 mils per year. The Advisory
Committee is a five-member committee
appointed by the BCC to recommend
project implementation and annual
budget. The current millage rate
assessed is 1.0 and has remained
constant over the past four years.
BAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATION
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As we close the books on 2024, Deja Vu covers it all. If it
wasn’t for palm trees and warm breezes, I’d swear we were
living an episode of Groundhog Days.
For starters, at the beginning of the year we were informed
our new CRA Director, Greg Orevik, was leaving and the
Commissioners were searching for his replacement. Our staff
kept the Bayshore ship on course and we landed a new
director, John Dunnuck, and he hit the ground running.
BAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATIONBAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATION
MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
We were able to design and install 2-new ADA accessible covered CAT bus stops on
Tomasson Dr. We designed and installed the landscaped corner entry for Bayshore and 41,
where the new Huey Magoo’s will be built out soon. The holiday events and lights were
coordinated with a tree lighting at the CRA parking lot and enhanced median lighting to
include the median across from Anchor Lab Bruery.
As if that wasn’t enough to keep staff on their toes, we had glancing blows from Helene;
Milton. Some of us were personally impacted by both, but Milton followed in Ian’s flood
path and significant flooding impacted us again...so much for 100-year storms.
Our emergency managers, fresh from past experience along with staff, coordinated a quick
clean-up. Many thanks to them as their actions made our lives easier/safer. Our sincere
thanks go out to the Naples Botanical Gardens for their expertise and assistance in
replanting some of our medians and the round-about impacted by the storms. As always,
we are lucky to have Shirley, Tami; our director, John, help us live our vision and keep
Bayshore beautiful.
Maurice Gutierrez
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BAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATIONBAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATION
MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Advisory Committee Members
Chair, Maurice Gutierrez
Vice Chair, Sandra Arafet
George Douglas
Susan Crum
Joanne Talano
Frank McCutcheon
James Cascone
Oscar Perez
A heartfelt appreciation to Sandra Arafet & George Douglas for their many years of
dedicated service to the committee and their volunteer service to the community
contributing to the Beautification of the area.
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LANDSCAPING US41 & BAYSHORE
2 NEW BUS BENCHES, TRASH CANS AND CANOPY TREE WERE INSTALLED AT
NEEDED BUS STOPS.
MSTU ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2024
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2024 MSTU MAINTENANCE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
97 streetlights on Bayshore Drive sanded and re-painted
Railings at Haldeman Creek bridge sanded and re-painted
New tile caps installed at
the Haldeman Creek bridge
planters-eliminating plants
New landscaping installed at the intersection of 41 and Bayshore
New landscaping installed at the Bridge planter
New bus shelters installed at Thomasson Drive and Bayshore drive
New benches, Trash cans and canopy trees installed at all bus stops along Bayshore drive.
New trellis, plants and Bayshore letters installed at CRA parking lot
All sidewalks cleaned and power-washed
Roundabout retaining wall at roundabout and CRA parking lot cleaned, and power washed
Pavement on Bayshore Drive and Shadowlawn drive was milled, paved and re-stripped.
Bike lanes on Bayshore Drive milled, repaved and re-stripped
CRA shop located at 8245 Bayshore Drive cleaned, and new fabric installed in fence.
Landscape debris cleanup and Hurricane Debby
Landscape debris Clean up from Hurricane Milton
BAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATION ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Pavement on Bayshore drive and Shadowlawn drive milled, paved and re-stripped. Managed by
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Haldeman Creek Advisory Committee
Chair, Roy Wilson
Vice Chair, Robert Wopperer
Bill Robbins
Jacob Dutry van Haeften
Bill Bynum
Well, 2024 was an interesting year with 2 hurricane events
that brought heavy water flow and flooding to much of the
Haldeman Creek area that is within the MSTU. First there
was Hurricane Helene and then Milton. While everyone’s
first concern would be property damage, our concern
focused on the possible impacts to the defined depths of
Haldeman Creek.
We have worked with the help of the Coastal Zone
Management Group to sample areas where we had
resident reports of debris and depth conditions without
finding any obvious or acute issues. However, as it had
been 5 years since our last ‘depth survey’ we initiated
action with an engineering company for a new detailed
survey of current depths as compared to the original
dredge in 2007 and subsequent surveys. We are very
interested in their analysis and forecasts. That project
should be completed the first quarter of 2025.
With that in mind, we continue to accumulate funds so that
we will be able to take any necessary actions to maintain
the depth objectives of Haldeman Creek.
HALDEMAN CREEK
MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Roy Wilson
Roy Wilson
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HALDEMAN CREEK MSTUHALDEMAN CREEK MSTU
2024 ACCOMPLISHMENTS2024 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Keep Collier Beautiful, Waste Management, Solid and Hazardous Waste Division, and many volunteers within the CRA
District participated with great pride, in the International Coastal Clean Up to remove trash and debris from the Haldeman
Creek waterways and drainage Canal that leads into the Creek.
Sincere appreciation to local residents Bob and Suzy Buelow for providing their dock to the many volunteers as a drop-off
site.
The CRA public parking lot was utilized for Waste Management’s dumpster, and Code Enforcement Area Investigator John
Johnson coordinated collection to and from the dumpster. Bayshore Beautification MSTU Committee Member Susan Crum
and Shirley Garcia, CRA Staff volunteered as “Co-Captains”. The Waste Management assisted by providing donated gloves,
garbage bags and shirts to the staff to hand out.
Special Thanks to the many volunteers from Walmart Stores around Collier County who stepped up and helped with the
large amounts of plastics, metal, and debris clogging up our waters and is hazardous to our fish and their habitat. Together
we removed over 1280 lbs of garbage.
VOLUNTEERS FROM INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN UPVOLUNTEERS FROM INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN UP
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Description Adopted Budget Amended Budget Actual Variance to Amended
Budget
Revenues
Beginning Balance $ - $ 12,722,880 $ 10,927,500 (1,795,380)
Interest 42,400 42,400 485,505 443,105
Miscellaneous - - 3,000 3,000
Tax Increment 3,584,100 3,584,100 3,584,100 -
Mgt. Fee 232,600 232,600 136,800 (95,800)
Grants & Reimbursements - - - -
Land Sales - - - -
Transfers 2,647,500 3,088,500 3,143,843 55,343
Total Sources $ 6,506,600 $ 19,670,480 $ 18,280,747 $ (1,389,732)
Less: Intrafund Transfers (2,647,500) (3,088,500) (3,143,843) (55,343)
Net Sources $ 3,859,100 $ 16,581,980 $ 15,136,904 $ (1,445,075)
Expenditures
Personal Services $ 581,900 $ 581,900 $ 392,822 $ (189,078)
Operating Exp. 543,200 559,926 270,206 (289,720)
Capital Outlay/Projects 2,504,400 13,134,730 942,605 (189,078)
Land Acquisition - - - -
Grant Programs 200,000 965,424 30,000 (935,424)
Debt Service - - - -
Transfers 2,647,500 3,088,500 3,143,843 55,343
Reserves/Est. Carry Forward 29,600 1,340,000 13,501,272 12,161,272
Total Uses $ 6,506,600 $ 19,670,480 $ 18,280,747 $ (1,389,733)
Less: Intrafund Transfers (2,647,500) (3,088,500) (3,143,843) (55,343)
Net Uses $ 3,859,100 $ 16,581,980 $ 15,136,904 $ (1,445,075)
BAYSHORE GATEWAY TRIANGLE
TAX INCREMENT REVENUES 2024
In 2024 the CRA Board approved a budget amendment authorizing carry-forward in CRA Operating Fund (1020) to the CRA Capital Fund (1021) to ensure
compliance with Florida Statutes section 163.387(7) by appropriating funds to specific projects pursuant to the approved community redevelopment plan
for the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area. In accordance with Florida Statutes section 163.371(2), the Annual Report for the
Bayshore Gateway Triangle Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) has been filed with Collier County.
CRA OPERATIONS, CAPITAL PROJECTS, DEBT SERVICE AND GRANTS
BUDGET TO ACTUAL – FY 24
This report includes information on activities for fiscal year 2024. In accordance with Florida Statutes section 163.387(8), the most recent complete audit report
of the redevelopment trust fund has been published on the CRA website (BayshoreCRA.com) within 45 days after completion. The most recent audit (2023) is
available online at www.BayshoreCRA.com.
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Description Adopted Budget Amended Budget Actual Variance to Amended Budget
Revenues
Beginning Balance $ 2,013,300 $ 3,983,381 2,570,400 $ (1,412,981)
Ad Valorem Taxes 1,674,600 1,674,600 1,693,876 19,276
Interest 17,400 17,400 136,598 119,198
Misc., TC & PA Trans - - 179,967 179,967
Advance from 1020 - - - -
Transfer from 1630 977,000 977,000 977,000 -
Operating Exp $ 820,400 $ 823,712 $ 400,102 $ (423,611)
Capital Outlay/Projects 2,317,600 2,504,369 169,464 (2,334,904)
Transfer to 1020 - - 0
Transfer to Fund 1627 977,000 977,000 977,000 0
Mgt Fee to CRA 125,500 125,500 125,500 -
Cost of Tax Collection 67,600 67,600 48,700 (18,900)
Reserves/Est. Carry Forward 374,200 2,154,200 3,837,075 1,682,875
Total Uses $ 4,682,300 $ 6,652,381 $ 5,557,841 $ (1,094,540)
Less: Intrafund Transfers (977,000) (977,000) (977,000) -
Net Uses $ 3,705,300 $ 5,675,381 $ 4,580,841 $ (1,094,540)
BAYSHORE BEAUTIFICATION MSTU: BUDGET TO ACTUAL – FY 24
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Adopted Amended Amended
Description Budget Budget Actual Budget
Revenues
Beginning Balance $1,044,800 $1,053,213 $1,065,900 $12,688
Ad Valorem Taxes 196,900 196,900 194,502 $(2,398)
Interest 3,400 3,400 44,487 $41,087
Misc., TC & PA Trans 3,322 $3,322
Total Sources $1,245,100 $1,253,513 $1,308,211 $54,699
Expenditures
Operating Exp. $36,500 $44,913 $1,503 $(43,410)
Mgt. Fee 11,300 11,300 11,300 $-
Cost of Tax Collection 7,700 7,700 5,899 $(1,801)
Reserves/Est. Carry Forward 1,189,600 1,189,600 1,289,509 $99,909
Total Uses $1,245,100 $1,253,513 $1,308,211 $54,699
Revenues
Beginning Balance $1,065,900
Ad Valorem Taxes $194,502
Interest $44,487
Misc., TC & PA Trans $3,322
Total Sources $1,308,211
Expenditures
Operating Exp. $1,503
Mgt. Fee $11,300
Cost of Tax Collection $5,899
Total Uses $18,702
HALDEMAN CR EEK MSTU: BUDGET TO ACTUAL – FY 24
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Hurricane Milton | October 9, 2024
Hurricane Milton, which made landfall near Siesta
Key on October 9, 2024, caused significant damage
and flooding, particularly in Naples and Collier
County, with a storm surge reaching 5.75 feet. While
no reports of serious injuries were reported, homes
flooded, roads were impassable, and power outages
were widespread.
Water levels in Naples reached record levels .
Some areas saw water levels rising to near
ceiling levels .
Sand was pushed through homes and
businesses .
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Hurricane Helene & Tropical Storm Debby
9.26.24 & 8.4.24
By the morning of September 26, 2024,
Hurricane Helene was bringing wind gusts
reaching 64 mph (103 km/h) in Fort Lauderdale
and 67 mph (108 km/h) in Naples. Storm surges
in Steinhatchee reached 9.63 feet (2.94 m). Key
West experienced storm surge of 1 to 3 feet (0.30
to 0.91 m).
Debby brought a storm surge of three to four
feet to much of the west coast of Florida, from
Naples to Tampa Bay, bringing minor to
moderate coastal flooding.
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Bayshore Gateway Triangle CRA | Bayshore Beautification MSTU | Haldeman Creek MSTU | www.bayshorecra.com
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“BAYSHORE RAIDERS”
Evelio Vargas Lazaro GuerreroFacilities Management
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Bayshore/Gateway Triangle CRA
3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 102
Naples, FL 34112
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2024
ANNUAL REPORT
EXHIBIT B
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Vision Statement
A rural community that provides safe and affordable multigenerational living opportunities, interconnected pedestrian and
transportation connections, a pristine environment, and a thriving economy that celebrates a diverse culture.
Immokalee is a family-oriented community that supports a healthy lifestyle. It is attractive, environmentally sustainable and
offers a full range of housing, recreation, and education opportunities to meet all residents’ needs. Immokalee has a safe,
well-connected network to walk and bicycle about town, as well as a roadway network needed to support the transport of
goods and services. Business and job opportunities flourish in trade and distribution, agribusiness, and ecotourism.
About Immokalee
Collier County Board of Commissioners
CRA & MSTU Members
CRA Staff
CRA & MSTU Boundary
What is a CRA?
What is a MSTU?
Immokalee Area Master Plan
Redevelopment Plan
Strategic Plan
Economic Development
Housing Development
Infrastructure Projects
MSTU Maintenance
Community Outreach
Financial Reporting
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Immokalee
M y H o m e
Immokalee is an unincorporated area
in Collier County. Originally known
as Gopher Ridge by the Seminole and
Miccosukee Indians, Immokalee
means “My Home” in the Mikasuki
language, and also in Miccosukee,
Mikisúkî or Hitchiti-Mikasuki, a
Muskogean language. After starting as
a cattle ranch town in the 1800’s it has
grown to a culturally diverse rural
agriculture community rich in history.
The community is known as the prime
producer of winter vegetables for the
eastern United States.
History
Demographics
Transportation
U.S. Census Bureau 2020,
Population – 28,060
Median age - 29 years
Median household income $30,885
The Immokalee Regional Airport is a
general aviation airport located one
mile northeast of the central business
district. The County-owned facility
provides a great opportunity for
business recruitment and economic
diversification.
Collier Area Transit (CAT) provides
local bus service and para-transit.
The main road through
Immokalee is State Road 29.
Other important county roads
through the region are CR 29A
(New Market Road) and CR 846
(Immokalee Road).
Community
& Education
Immokalee is the center of the
region’s agriculture industry and
home to many families who work
the vast fields that produce a large
amount of the United States’ fresh
produce.
The Collier County School Board is
responsible for all public schools in
Immokalee including five
elementary schools, Immokalee
Middle School and Immokalee High
School. iTECH technical college and
Bethune Education Center provide
additional training. RCMA Charter
School and Pace Center for Girls are
also in the community and provide
alternative education programs.
Ave Maria University is
approximately 6 miles away in the
community of Ave Maria.
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Immokalee Beautification MSTU
Advisory Board
Andrea Halman, Chair
Bernardo Barnhart, Vice Chair
David Turrubiartez Jr.
Cherryle Thomas
Jimmy Nieves
Local Redevelopment Advisory
Board
Mark Lemke, Chair
Patricia “Anne” Goodnight, V. Chair
Michael Facundo
Andrea Halman
Frank Nappo
Estil Null
Edward "Ski" Olesky
Yvar Pierre
Paul Thein
Lupita Vazquez Reyes
2024 COLLIER COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
On March 14, 2000, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 2000-83, declaring
the Board of County Commissioners to be the Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency.
Meetings
Public hybrid meetings for the
lmmokalee CRA are held the
third Wednesday of every month
at 8:30 a.m.
Public hybrid meetings for the
lmmokalee MSTU are held the
fourth Wednesday of every
month at 8:30 a.m.
All meetings are at 750 South
Fifth Street, lmmokalee, Florida
34142 unless otherwise noticed.
Rick LoCastro
District 1
Chris Hall
District 2
BCC Chairman
Burt Saunders
District 3
Dan Kowal
District 4
CRA Board Co-Chair
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
District 5
CRA Co-Chair
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Andrea Halman
MSTU Chair
William L. McDaniel, Jr. was born in Franklin, Penn., on March 25, 1961, the eldest of three
children. His mother, brother (a retired Marine Corps staff sergeant) and sister still live in
the Franklin area. A 1979 graduate of Rocky Grove High School, William enrolled at Clarion
State University, where he majored in accounting and computer programming with a minor
in economics. To pay for college, William worked as a carpenter. A job building a stable
(Naples Therapeutic Riding Center) brought him to Naples in 1981, and he has lived in the
area ever since.
After moving to Naples, William became a licensed real estate salesperson and, in 1985, he
became a licensed Realtor. He founded the Realty Company in 1987, which he manages
today, focusing on the sale, management, and development of real estate in Southwest
Florida. In 1998, he founded Big Island Excavating, Inc., a mining company with an office
located in District 5 in eastern Collier County. The company, which William manages today,
has operated mines in four Southwest Florida counties (Collier, Lee, Hendry, and Charlotte).
In 1999, William was a founding director of Marine National Bank. When the company was
bought by Old Florida Bank in 2003, William was selected to represent the shareholders
and to serve on the new board of Old Florida Bank, until its sale in 2007 to the Bank of
Florida. William currently owns and operates Lazy Springs Recreational Park and employs
more than 30 people.
Among his civic activities, William is currently the chairman of the Strategic Planning
Committee of Goodwill of Southwest Florida and has served on the Board of Directors of
that organization since 1998. He is the founder of and the current president of the
Corkscrew Island Neighborhood Association. From 2007 until early 2009, he served as the
chairman of the Board of County Commissioners-appointed East of 951 Horizon Study
Committee. He also served for two years on the Board of County Commissioners-appointed
Rural Lands Stewardship Overlay Review Committee. In 2013, he was appointed by Gov.
Rick Scott to the Collier County Housing Authority and served on that Authority until his
election as Collier County Commissioner on November 8, 2016. He was re-elected to the
Board of Collier County Commissioner on November 3, 2020 and August 20, 2024.
William has two children: Kelley Marie, a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University, and
William III, who is a carpenter/contractor. In their free time, the family enjoys outdoor
activities like hunting, fishing, and boating.
CRA BOARD CO-CHAIR
William L. McDaniel, Jr.
District 5
CRA Board Co-Chair
Chairman of Board of County
Commissioners 1/11/22 to 1/10/23
Vice-Chairman to the Board of County
Commissioners 1/12/21 to 1/11/22
Serves on the NACo Environment, Energy
and Land Use Steering Committee (EELU)
Serves on the Southwest Florida Regional
Planning Council (SWFRPC)
Public Safety Committee 1/9/18 to 1/8/19
County Government Productivity
Committee 1/9/18 to 1/8/19 and 2021
Current Co-Chair of the Immokalee CRA
ADVISORY BOARD CHAIRS
Mark Lemke
CRA Chair
Mark Lemke, born in Detroit, Michigan moved to
Florida in 2000. Mr. Lemke is currently the Health
Center Administrator for the Collier County Health
Department in Immokalee and has worked for the
Florida Department of Health for over 14 years.
Andrea Halman, born in Georgia and moved to Immokalee in
2007. Ms. Halman is a retired social worker with a focus on
children and families. Ms. Halman serves both the CRA and MSTU
Boards
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CRA STAFF
Christie A. Betancourt
Assistant Division Director
Christie was promoted to Assistant Division
Director in July 2024. She has worked for Collier
County for 24 years. She joined the team in
2008 and manages the day-to day operations.
Yvonne Blair
Project Manager
Yvonne joined the lmmokalee CRA Team in
September 2020. She has over 25 years of sales
experience. She manages capital projects and
maintenance activities.
Yuridia Zaragoza
Operations Support Specialist
Yuridia joined the CRA Team in October 2022.
She is tasked with assisting with active community
projects and providing the community with public
meeting information. Yuridia was promoted in
October 2024.
John Dunnuck
Facilities and CRA Executive Director
John brings a long resume of public service and
facilities expertise to this new, combined role as
Executive Director of Facilities and Community
Redevelopment Area. Before returning to Collier
County, John previously served as Community
Development and Public Services Administrator
for Collier County in the early 2000s. 4
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The lmmokalee Community Redevelopment Area (ICRA) covers all of lmmokalee. The Urban designated
area is a community of approximately 30 square miles, or ±17,116 acres; the Redevelopment Area
boundary extends beyond the urban area boundary and contains a total of ±24,386 acres, including Lake
Trafford and lands designated as Rural Land Stewardship Areas on the Collier County Future Land Use
Map.
CRA & MSTU BOUNDARY
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WHAT IS A
How is CRA funding created?
Property values in the CRA are capped, or frozen, at the assessed value for an established base year (2000).
Thereafter, any tax revenues due to increases in property values in excess of the base are dedicated to the
redevelopment area. The generated revenue is known as tax increment financing (TIF) and is used in the
Immokalee CRA to leverage its redevelopment efforts. The 2000 frozen tax base for the Immokalee Community
Redevelopment Area is $148,645,590. The tax value for FY 2024 was $474,825,109, which is a $326,179,519
increase in total property values since 2000.
This incremental increase resulted in a TIF revenue of $1,218,400 for 2024.
IMMOKALEE
Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) refers to a public entity created by Collier County to implement the
activities outlined under Chapter 163 of the Florida Statutes. The Board of County Commissioners (BCC), is the
ex-officio governing Board of the CRA.
On March 14, 2000, the BCC adopted Resolutions 2000-82 and 2000-83, establishing the Collier County CRA and
identifying two areas within unincorporated Collier County as areas in need of redevelopment. On June 13,
2000 the BCC adopted Resolution 2000-181 adopting the Community Redevelopment. The Plan lays out the
framework of goals, objectives, and strategies to support the community vision. The first amendment to the
plan was approved on April 23, 2019. The second amendment to the plan was approved on May 10, 2022.
In 2016, Resolution 2016-198 was adopted to revise the bylaws to clarify the membership and terms of office of
the Immokalee Local Redevelopment Advisory Board. The purpose of this nine-member committee is to be the
primary vehicle for community and professional input to the CRA for matters relating to the Immokalee
Community Redevelopment Area. Terms are for three years.
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WHAT IS A
A Municipal Service Taxing Unit (MSTU) is a
funding mechanism where community members,
with Board approval, assess themselves to make
improvements to their neighborhood and/or
community area and provide additional services
based on community desire within a specific
district boundary.
This seven-member committee was established by
Ordinance No. 11-39, as amended by Ordinance
No. 20-47, to assist the Board of County
Commissioners in the business affairs of the
Immokalee MSTU District and prepare and
recommend an itemized budget to carry out the
business of the District for each fiscal year. The
CRA serves as administrator of the Immokalee
MSTU.
Membership on the advisory committee
represents the population within the Immokalee
MSTU District. Members must be electors of Collier
County and qualify in one of the following
categories: Four members must be permanent
residents within the MSTU and three members
may be an owner of a business or commercial
property within the MSTU or may be appointed
representatives of a non-profit entity operating
within the MSTU. Terms are four years.
How is MSTU funding created?
The MSTU’s enabling ordinance establishes
the maximum millage rate that can be
levied to implement the mission of the
MSTU. Annually, the Board of County
Commissioners approves the millage rate
and budget to implement the yearly work
plan.
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IMMOKALEE
AREA MASTER PLAN (IAMP)
The Neighborhood Company (TNCo) was hired as a subcontractor to RWA, Inc. by Collier County Growth
Management Department to update the Immokalee Area Overlay District Land Development Code (LDC).
County staff held a kickoff meeting on June 16, 2022, followed by site visits with CRA staff on August 12 and
September 14, 2022. TNCo provided updates at CRA meetings throughout 2023 and submitted the
Immokalee Land Development Code "White Paper" in September 2023.
Workshops continued into 2024, with TNCo presenting draft LDC language in May 2024 and submitting
revised language by the end of that month. The Development Services Advisory Committee (DSAC)
reviewed the Immokalee Urban Overlay District on July 29, 2024, and September 4, 2024. Adoption process
from CCPC and BCC hearings is estimated first quarter of 2025.
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Goal 4.2.1
Goal 4.2.2
Goal 4.2.3
Goal 4.2.4
Goal 4.2.5
Celebrating Culture: Create a Cultural Destination.
Economic Development: Strengthen the economic health of Immokalee.
Housing: Provide a mix of housing types and price points for safe, high-quality dwelling unit
options in Immokalee.
Infrastructure: Maintain a high quality of life for all residents and visitors of Immokalee.
Implementation/Administration: Maximize resources through collaboration between County,
State, and Federal agencies to achieve the CRA goals and objectives.
Since the adoption of the 2000 Redevelopment Plan, much has changed within the Immokalee
Redevelopment Area. In April 2019, the first amendment of the plan update focused on the Bayshore
Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Area. On May 10, 2022, the Collier County Board of County
Commissioners acting as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), approved a second amendment to
the Collier County Community Redevelopment Plan.
Staff is continuing to work on the implementation schedule. Staff provide quarterly updates on the areas of
focus which are Celebrating Culture, Economic Development, Housing, and Infrastructure Projects and
Implementation/Administration. The Community Redevelopment Plan anticipates that these 5 goals will be
achieved through 26 corresponding objectives and those objectives will be accomplished through the 109
corresponding strategies.
THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
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Community
Engagement: Foster
strong relationships
with local residents
and stakeholders to
ensure community
needs are met.
Aesthetic
Enhancements:
Improve public spaces
with landscaping, art
installations, and
beautification projects
to enhance the visual
appeal of CRA areas.
Safety Initiatives:
Collaborate with local
law enforcement and
community support to
ensure public safety
and reduce crime
rates.
Cultural Preservation:
Promote and preserve
the unique cultural
heritage and history of
Immokalee through
events, education, and
cooperative efforts.
IMMOKALEE CRA STRATEGIC PLAN 2025
Values
Community
Sustainability
Inclusivity
Innovation
Collaboration
Vision
To be a thriving rural
community, to live, work,
and play.
Mission
To deliver high-quality public services that
drive economic growth, enhance quality of
life through affordable housing, innovative
programs, and sustainable infrastructure,
while preserving our community’s heritage
for generations to come.
STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS
Infrastructure and
Asset Management
Modernization Projects:
Invest in the upgrading
and modernization of
infrastructure,
including roads,
utilities, and public
facilities.
Sustainability Efforts:
Implement green
initiatives and
sustainable practices in
all redevelopment
projects to protect the
environment and
promote long-term
resilience.
Maintenance
Programs: Ensure
regular maintenance
and upkeep of public
assets to preserve their
value and functionality.
Objectives:
Community
Development
Quality of Place
Objectives:Objectives:
Economic Growth:
Support local businesses
through grants,
incentives, and
development programs
to stimulate economic
activity and job creation.
Affordable Housing:
Partner with developers
and housing
organizations to
increase the availability
of affordable housing
options for residents.
Education and Training:
Provide resources and
programs to enhance
workforce skills and
educational
opportunities within the
community.
Health and Wellness:
Promote initiatives that
support the physical and
mental well-being of
residents, including
access to healthcare,
recreational facilities,
and healthy lifestyle
programs.
Responsible
Governance
Objectives:
Transparency and
Accountability: Maintain
open lines of
communication with the
public, providing regular
updates on CRA activities,
budgets, and progress.
Fiscal Responsibility:
Ensure prudent
management of CRA
funds, prioritizing
projects that offer the
highest community
benefit and return on
investment.
Policy Development:
Continuously update and
refine CRA policies to
reflect best practices and
adapt to changing
community needs and
regulatory environments.
Stakeholder
Collaboration: Work
closely with local
governments, businesses,
and non-profit
organizations to align
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Planning and CRA
Operations
Recruitment and
Retention
Strategic Plan Budget
Integration
Public Health and Safety
24-hour Medical Facility
(Private Sector)
Cultural Preservation
Historic Cemetery on
Main Street
Immokalee Pioneer
Museum @ Roberts
Ranch
IMMOKALEE PRIORITIES 2025
Affordable and Workforce
Housing
Affordable Housing
Parks, Recreation and Lake
Trafford
Aquatics Capital Program
(Immokalee Sports Complex)
Fields Initiative
Immokalee Sports Complex
(Fields)
Williams Preserve
Dreamland Neighborhood Park
South Immokalee Park
Immokalee Community Park
Ann Olesky Park Erosion
Control (Lake Trafford seawall)
Parks & Recreation Master Plan
Economic Development
Immokalee Community
Campus (Catholic Charities)
Immokalee Regional Airport
(IMM) Improvements
8 Aircraft Hangars (Private
Sector)
12 Aircraft Hangars (Private
Sector)
Florida National Guard
Readiness Center
Security Enhancements
Environmental Assessment
Master Plan
Land Acquisition
Infrastructure
First Street Pedestrian Safety
Project
Sidewalk Phase III Project – Eustis
Avenue & West Delaware Avenue
Lake Trafford Corridor
Improvements
Lake Trafford Road Sidewalk
Improvements
Lake Trafford Stormwater
Improvements
Lake Trafford Road Lighting
Improvements
Main Street (SR 29 from 9th Street
to East 2nd Street) Streetscape
Project
Little League Road Extension
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Land Use Data
Based on 2020 Zoning designations, 69% of the property within the CRA is zoned agricultural. Two percent (2%) is zoned
commercial and only 3% is zoned industrial. 26% is Zone for Residential (mixed) use. 2022 Redevelopment Plan
At the April 9, 2024, BCC meeting the Board approved an
Immokalee Impact Fee Installment Payment Plan Agreement
with the Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Inc., to allow
$195,160.96 in impact fees to be paid over 30 years as a
special assessment for the 16 affordable Multi-Family Rental
Units within the Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance RPUD
Project.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Impact Fee Installment Payment Program:
The program was extended for five years on July 25,
2023, by the Board of County Commissioners.
Program details:
Pay your impact fees in installments over a 30-year
term.
Available for single-family, multi-family and
commercial projects.
Non-ad valorem special assessment on property
tax bill.
5% fixed interest rate (2023 applicants).
An approved agreement must be executed and
recorded prior to issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy or payment of impact fees.
Assessment is superior to all other liens, titles, and
claims, except state, county, and municipal taxes.
Call or email for complete program requirements.
Commercial Facade Grant Program:
In accordance with the Immokalee Area Master Plan, the CRA
continues to provide financial incentives to businesses in
Immokalee via the Commercial Facade Improvement Grant
program. The CRA implemented the Program in October 2008.
Since that time, 17 facade grants have been awarded to local
businesses for a total of $294,621.67.
Eligible applicants may receive grant funding up to $20,000 as
reimbursement, using a one-half to-one match with equal
applicant funding for facade improvements to commercial
structures.
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IMMOKALEEDEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS
2024 was a busy year for both business development and expansion, as well as infrastructure
improvements in the community.
Global Flight Training SolutionsSeminole Tribe Medical and Public Safety Facility
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IMMOKALEE REGIONAL AIRPORT (IMM)
Planned Projects:
2024 – Replace the two 10,000-gallon fuel tanks with new 12,000-
gallon fuel tanks. This project began in April and is now complete and
ready to close out.
2024 – Security Enhancements – Automating the vehicle gate on
County Road 846 on the southwest corner of the airport and the
purchase and installation of a 100KW Emergency back-up generator.
This project is 90% designed and will go out to bid in September or
October of this year.
2025 – Environmental Assessment for the Extension of Airpark
Boulevard followed by the construction in 2026.
2025 – Environmental Assessment for the Extension of Runway 9-27
to 7,500 feet from 5,000 feet and possibly widening to 150 feet from
its current 100-foot width with the design and construction in 2027
and 2028.
2027 – Master Plan Update.
2028 – Land Acquisition for the ultimate Extension of Runway 9-27 to
10,000 feet.
2028 and beyond – Land Acquisition north of County Road 826 and
east of existing IMM Terminal Building for future buffer zone and
expansion.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Planned Projects Not funded by Collier County, FAA, or FDOT
2025 – Private Sector funded 8 new Aircraft Hangars
2025 – Private Sector funded 12 new Aircraft Hangars
2025 – Florida National Guard Readiness Center
2025 - Pending results of the current Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) for 500+
acres of IMM developable land.
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IMMOKALEE
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
HOME OWNERSHIP
NON-PROFIT AND PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
Immokalee Foundation Learning Lab 18-home
Subdivision
Foundation Learning Lab 18-home subdivision is
currently under construction. Collier Enterprises
donated the 8.3 acres of land for a housing subdivision
that serves as a hands-on learning laboratory for
students enrolled in Career Pathways: Empowering
Students to Succeed program. BCB Homes, is serving as
the general contractor.
At the July 13, 2021, BCC board meeting (Agenda item
16.F.10) the board approved a recommendation to
direct staff to develop a workforce development grant
agreement with The Immokalee Foundation, to offset
development costs on the housing subdivision for the
Career Pathways Learning Lab, in the amount of
$500,000.
The Immokalee Foundation sold its first home in
December 2021 and closed on its seventh home in
August 2023.
Habitat for Humanity of Collier County
Kaicasa Housing Development
Kaicasa will be located at the Southeast corner of
lmmokalee, on State Road 29 as you enter the
agricultural village from the south. The new
affordable community will sit adjacent to the
existing subsidized housing built in the 1970s for
local and migrant farm workers known as Farm
Workers Village. Once complete, this
neighborhood will boast nearly 280 homes,
making it the largest Habitat subdivision in the
country. Construction started in August 2022.
Approximately 32 homes have closed since the
summer. This is 12 homes under construction.
The minimum income to apply is $35,000 and the
maximum is to 80% AMI. Habitat is accepting
applications for this development.
For more information, please visit:
https://www.habitatcollier.org/communities/kaicasa/
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IMMOKALEE HOUSING
HOUSING (RENTAL)
NON-PROFIT DEVELOPMENT
Pulte Foundation - Monarca
The Nuestra Señora de la Vivienda Community Foundation and the Pulte Family Charitable Foundation is
proposing up to 250 single-family homes, built to rent, and an early education center for roughly 250 students.
On October 10, 2023, the Board of County Commissioner approved a rezoning ordinance for the PFCF/NSV
Immokalee MPUD to allow up to 250 horizontal multifamily dwelling units, 170 of which will be restricted as
affordable, and a 250-student early childhood education center, on 50± acres located northeast of the
intersection of Westclox Street and Carson Road in Immokalee, in Section 29, Township 46 South, Range 29
East, Collier County, Florida.
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IMMOKALEE HOUSING
HOUSING (RENTAL)
NON-PROFIT DEVELOPMENT
Pulte Family Charitable Foundation
Casa San Juan Diego is a Multi-Family
affordable housing development located at 1343
Hancock Street in Immokalee. This is a
partnership between the National Development
of America, Inc., and the Diocese of Venice to
develop 80 affordable rental units on 9.6 acres of
land adjacent to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.
The project consists of two buildings, a
clubhouse, a multi-use playfield, and a multi-use
court.
Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance (IFHA)
The Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance proposed a housing
development consisting of 8 buildings with 16 apartments
each or 128 units in all. Construction will progress in phases.
Housing units will be two and three-bedroom apartments
ranging in size from about 750 to 950 square feet. Land
clearing starting in September 2021. A Signature Moment
Wall Raising Ceremony was held on March 1, 2023.
Construction continues to progress.
For more information, please visit http://www.ifha.info/. and
they are currently out for bid.
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Historic Cemetery on Main Street
5-year plan. A&M repaired the signage,
fence, and gate by January 19, 2024, and
irrigation lines are under investigation. A
Notice to Proceed will be issued in
October 2024. Stantec is consulting with
their historical preservation team on the
tasks.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
Welcome Sign on SR 29 (Farmworkers
Village)
Certificate of Completion was issued on
March 8, 2024. A&M Property
Maintenance LLC has taken on the
maintenance. The project was funded
through the Immokalee Beautification
Municipal Services Taxing Unit MSTU with
a total cost was $196,612.
Park Initiative – Immokalee Sports
Complex
On June 11, 2024, the BCC approved a
$4,000,000 capital project budget for the
renovation of the Immokalee Sports
Complex. This project includes soccer
fields, providing for the conversion of two
(2) existing grass fields to artificial turf,
construction of an additional restroom
facility, and addressing stormwater
management issues.
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INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
Immokalee Sidewalk Project Phase III
Phase III of the Immokalee Sidewalk Project continues
progress toward a safer, interconnected pedestrian network,
following the completion of Phases 1 and 2 in 2018 and 2021.
This phase includes constructing 6-foot-wide concrete
sidewalks and drainage improvements along Eustis Street
(KNA Howard Way) and W. Delaware from South 5th Street to
South 1st Street. The project, funded through a partnership
between the Immokalee CRA and Immokalee Beautification
MSTU, received a $987,000 federal appropriations grant. After
completing environmental reviews and securing HUD
authorization, the project moved into the bidding phase, with
a contractor selection process finalized in late 2024. The
Board of County Commissioners is set to approve the
construction agreement in early 2025, with work expected to
begin shortly after.
Main Street Corridor Streetscape
This project area is 0.61 miles along SR29 from 9th Street to 2nd Street. It focuses on streetscape enhancements
with design services, permitting, and construction oversight led by Johnson Engineering. The project design
budget of $212,598 is funded by MSTU. However, the project has been on a stop-work notice since September 27,
2023, to allow evaluation of the SR29 Loop Road project and investigate the potential future conveyance of Main
Street to Collier County.
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First Street Corridor Pedestrian Safety Project Review
The South First Street Lighting and Pedestrian Safety
Improvement Project has progressed through key planning,
design, and funding phases. Initially, Q. Grady Minor & Associates
developed feasibility studies and conceptual plans, leading to the
selection of Kisinger Campos & Associates (KCA) for design work.
The project secured a $250,000 Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) in 2022, followed by an additional conditional
award of $1,001,371 in 2024 for construction.
Design refinements, including the decision to install full corridor
lighting and GE luminaire fixtures, were approved after
coordination with Collier County departments. To address right-
of-way conflicts, the project is being phased, with Phase 1
covering non-conflicting areas and Phase 2 requiring acquisitions.
A phased agreement structure was approved to ensure
compliance with grant timelines, with construction anticipated to
be completed by April 2026.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
Lake Trafford Corridor Lighting Project
The Lake Trafford Road Lighting and Safety
Improvement project is currently under a stop-work
notice as of April 10, 2024, to address utility conflicts.
The project involves completing a lighting justification
study to determine lighting requirements using LCEC
equipment and conducting a corridor survey. It will be
phased alongside the Collier County Transportation
Division's bike lane and drainage improvement project
along Lake Trafford Road, from Little League Road to
Laurel Street. The design budget includes $149,930
from MSTU funds and $100,000 from CRA, with 43% of
the design work completed to date. The estimated
total project cost is $3,000,000.
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Transportation Investment Generation Economic Recovery (TIGER) Grant Complete Street.
This project includes the design and construction of 20 miles of concrete sidewalks, a bike boulevard
network, a shared-use path, street lighting, bus shelters, a new transit center, landscaping, drainage
improvements, and intersection and traffic calming retreats.
Design Build funding sources: FHWA grant funds ($13,132,691) and County match funds ($9,736,589) =
$22,869,280.
On February 8, 2022, Board of County Commissioners Meeting RFP #20-7811, "lmmokalee Area
Improvements" TIGER Grant was awarded to Quality Enterprises USA, Inc., for a total not to exceed the
amount of $22,869,280, for Project #33563.
The County's Contractor is continuing with the surveying, permitting and design portion of the project.
Environmental fieldwork is completed in Areas 1, 2 & 3.
The design/build portion of this project started in 2022 and construction is set to be completed by April
2025. For more information, please visit the website at htq2s://immokaleecomP-letestreets.com/.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
Project Management Department: Transportation Management Services
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IMMOKALEE
MSTU
Landscape Maintenance Contract
Services of the Immokalee Beautification MSTU consist of managing the maintenance of all
public areas along Main Street (SR 29) and First Street (CR 846) within the limits of the
Immokalee Urban Area. A&M Property Maintenance, a local Immokalee vendor, has been
providing great service by performing various maintenance and repair services, such as lawn
mowing, sidewalk and gutter cleaning, landscape maintenance, irrigation system management,
and installing banners and holiday decorations.
Additional incidental services are performed on an as-needed basis such as additional trash
pick-up, removal and replacement of plantings, and paver repairs. Christmas decorations are
also installed under this contract. Monthly observation (walking) tours are conducted with the
Contractor, CRA Staff, Public, and CRA/ MSTU Board members.22
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Global Flight Solutions Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening February 2024
QUALITY OF PLACE
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
23
Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Move-In
Celebration August 2024
Community Clean Up
September 2024
Lake Trafford’s Coastal Cleanup
September 2024
Christmas Tree Lighting event December 2024
Lipman Backpack event August 2024
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Community Meetings
Collier County Community Taskforce
Residential Community Clean-up
Coastal Clean-up (Lake Trafford)
Immokalee Unmet Needs Coalition
Housing Committee
Interagency
Big Bus Committee
Chamber Members
Breakfast Meeting
Immokalee Eastern Chamber of Commerce
Cherryle Thomas Christmas Around the World Committee
Richard M. Schultze Family Foundation (RMSFF)
Community Assessment Advisory Committee
Collier County: Community Needs and Assessment (CAN) Report
BeRCH Community Leadership Coalition Meeting
Florida Heartland Economic Region of Opportunity
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
County Partnerships:
Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees and
Program Management
Code Enforcement
Corporate Financial & Management Service
Parks and Recreation
Planning & Zoning
Road Maintenance
Public Utilities
Public Services
Solid Waste
Transportations Management
Growth Management
Housing Policy & Economic Development
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Fiscal Year Taxable Value Taxable Value
% Change Increment Total TIF Provided
FY99
FY00 148,645,590
FY01 156,720,943 5.4% 8,075,353 33,335
FY02 176,095,104 12.4% 27,449,514 123,000
FY03 196,490,394 11.6% 47,844,804 212,900
FY04 214,158,072 9.0% 65,512,482 291,500
FY05 228,019,489 6.5% 79,373,899 353,200
FY06 259,056,291 13.6% 110,410,701 491,400
FY07 341,537,872 31.8% 192,892,282 803,800
FY08 392,444,888 14.9% 243,799,298 889,000
FY09 374,317,144 -4.6% 225,671,554 822,900
FY10 288,108,618 -23.0% 139,463,028 560,600
FY11 261,857,985 -9.1% 113,212,395 460,400
FY12 235,844,805 -9.9% 87,199,215 354,600
FY13 214,569,564 -9.0% 65,923,974 268,000
FY14 227,275,140 5.9% 78,629,550 319,800
FY15 236,186,328 3.9% 87,540,738 356,000
FY16 256,919,738 8.8% 108,274,148 440,300
FY17 279,791,067 8.9% 131,145,477 544,600
FY18 300,041,620 7.2% 151,396,030 628,800
FY19 318,430,132 6.1% 169,784,542 705,000
FY20 330,798,753 3.9% 182,153,163 756,600
FY21 363,739,441 10.0% 215,093,851 893,300
FY22 391,123,283 7.5% 242,477,693 1,007,000
FY23 439,448,193 12.4% 290,802,603 1,207,800
FY24 474,825,109 8.1% 326,179,519 1,218,400
Grand Total 13,742,235
IMMOKALEE CRA
TAX INCREMENT REVENUES 2001-2024
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Adopted Budget Amended Budget Actual Variance to Amended
REVENUE
BEGINNING BALANCE - $3,779,475.00 $3,155,500.00 $(623,975.00)
INTEREST $13,700.00 $13,700.00 $144,937.46 $131,237.46
AD VALOREM $1,217,700.00 $1,217,700.00 $1,218,400.00 $700.00
MISC - - $115.00 $115.00
MANAGEMENT FEE $92,800.00 $92,800.00 $92,800.00 -
GRANT & REIMBURSEMENTS - $2,238,371.00 $77,743.50 $(2,160,627.50)
TRANSFERS $542,700.00 $763,400.00 $840,729.02 $77,329.02
TOTAL SOURCES $1,866,900.00 $8,105,446.00 $5,530,224.98 $(2,575,221.02)
LESS: INTRAFUND $(542,700.00) $(763,400.00) $(840,792.02) $(77,329.02)
NET SOURCES $1,324,200.00 $7,342,046.00 $4,689,495.96 $(2,652,550.04)
Expenses
PERSONAL SERVICE $258,900.00 $266,310.00 $263,992.32 $(2,317.68)
CAPITAL OUTLAY $612,300.00 $3,832,365.00 - $(3,832,365.00)
OPERATING EXP $400,000.00 $400,000.00 $275,993.52 $(124,006.48)
GRANTS AND DEBT - $2,423,371.00 $92,763.32 $(2,330,607.68)
TRANSFERS $542,700.00 $763,400.00 $840,729.02 $77,329.02
RESERVES/CF $53,000.00 $420,000 $4,056,746.80 $3,636,746.80
TOTAL USES $1,866,900.00 $8,105,446.00 $5,530,224.98 $(2,575,221.02)
LESS: INTRAFUND $(542,700.00) $(763,400.00) $(840,729.02) $(77,329.02)
NET USES $1,324,200.00 $7,342,046.00 $4,689,495.96 $(2,652,550.04)
IMMOKALEE CRA
OPERATIONS AND GRANTS
On September 12, 2024, the CRA Board approved a budget amendment authorizing carry-forward in CRA Operating fund (1025) to the
CRA Capital Fund (1026) to ensure compliance with 163.387(7) Florida Statutes by appropriating funds to specific projects pursuant to
the approved community redevelopment plan for the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area.
In accordance with Florida Statutes section 163.371 (2), the annual report for the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Area (ICRA)
has been filed with Collier County. This report includes information on activities for fiscal year 2024. In accordance with Florida Statutes
section 163.387(8), the most recent complete audit report of the redevelopment trust fund will be published on the CRA website
(lmmokaleeCRA.com) within 45 days after completion. The most recent audit 2023 is available online at www.ImmokaleeCRA.com.
IMMOKALEE CRA OPERATIONS AND GRANTS
(FY-24 Budget to Actual – CRA Operations and Grants Fund 1025,1026,1027 &1028)
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REVENUES Adopted Budget Amended Budget Actual Variance to Amended
REVENUES
BEGINNING BALANCE $1,039,100.00 $1,368,995.88 $1,435,800.00 $66,804.12
AD VALOREM TAXES $536,400.00 $536,400.00 $549,027.51 $12,627.51
INTEREST $7,000.00 $7,000.00 $81,961.36 $74,961.36
MISC TC & PA TRANS - - $7,415.58 $7,415.58
TOTAL SOURCES $1,582,500.00 $1,912,395.88 $2,074,204.45 $161,808.57
EXPENSES
OPERATING $478,700.00 $772,015.88 $224,913.86 $(547,102.02)
CAPITAL OUTLAY $100,000.00 $136,580.00 $36,580.00 $(100,000.00)
MGT FEE $92,800.00 $92,800.00 $92,800.00 -
TAX COLLECTOR AND PROPERTY APPRAISER $20,700.00 $20,700.00 $15,698.50 $(5,001.50)
RESERVES/EST CARRY FORWARD $890.300.00 $890,300.00 $1,704,212.09 $813,912.09
TOTAL USES $1,582,500.00 $1,912,395.88 $2,074,204.45 $161,808.57
IMMOKALEE CRA
BEAUTIFICATION MSTU
IMMOKALEE BEAUTIFICATION MSTU
FY-24 Budget to Actual – Immokalee Beautification MSTU Fund 1629
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REVENUES Adopted Budget Amended Budget Actual Variance to Amended
REVENUES
NET COST UNICORP GEN
FUND $229,600.00 $229,600.00 $216,231.78 $(13,368.22)
TOTAL SOURCES $229,600.00 $229,600.00 $216,321.78 $(13,368.22)
EXPENDITURES
LANDSCAPE MATERIALS $18,800.00 $18,800.00 $15,404.51 $(3,395.49)
CONTRACTUAL MAINT $180,600.00 $180,600.00 $175,000.00 $(5,600.00)
TRASH $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,240.12 $240.12
WATER & ELECTRICITY $23,400.00 $23,400.00 $19,346.77 $(4,053.23)
SPRINKLER/OTHER
SUPPLIES $3,800.00 $3,800.00 $3,240.38 $(559.62)
TOTAL USES $229,600.00 $229,600.00 $216,231.78 $(13,368.22)
SPRINKLER/OTHER
SUPPLIES $3,800.00 $3,800.00 $3,079.86 $(720.14)
TOTAL USES $220,300.00 $220,300.00 $203,903.75 $(16,396.25)
IMMOKALEE CRA
MSTU MANAGED ROAD SEGMENT ROW
IMMOKALEE MSTU MANAGED ROAD SEGMENT ROW
FY-24 Budget to Actual – Immokalee Road & State Road 29 Fund 1011-163805
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Collier County Community Redevelopment Agency - Immokalee
CareerSource Southwest Florida
750 South Fifth Street, Suite C
Immokalee, FL 34142
www.ImmokaleeToday.com
239-867-0025
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