GG MSTU Agenda 05/05/2025May 20, 2025 Golden Gate Beautification M.S.T.U. Page 1 of 1
GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION M.S.T.U.
8300 Radio Road
READ AHEAD Naples, FL 34104 READ AHEAD
MAY 20, 2025
I.CALL TO ORDER
II.ATTENDANCE
Advisory Patricia Spencer – Chair (10/06/2025)
Committee Paula Rogan – Vice Chair (10/06/2027)
Florence “Dusty” Holmes (10/06/2025)
Ron Jefferson (10/06/2026)
-Committee Vacancy -
Staff Brian Wells – PTNE Director
Dan Schumacher – Project Manager
Contractors Mike McGee – Landscape Architect (McGee & Assoc)
Armando Ysaguirre – Grounds Maintenance (A&M Property Maint.)
Wendy Warren – Transcription (Premier)
III.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
V.APPROVAL OF MINUTES – APRIL 15, 2025
VI.LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE REPORT – A&M PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
VII.LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT’S REPORTS – MCGEE & ASSOCIATES
A.SUNSHINE Boulevard
B.CORONADO Parkway & HUNTER Boulevard
C.TROPICANA Boulevard
VIII.PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT
A.BUDGET REPORT
IX.ONGOING BUSINESS
A.Pkwy Sign Light
X.NEW BUSINESS
A.Irrigation Extension - Pkwy Median 2 & New Bridge over Santa Barbara Canal
B.Sunshine Irrigation Pump Station
XI.PUBLIC COMMENTS
XII.ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING:
JUNE 17, 2025 – 4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
4701 GOLDEN GATE PARKWAY
NAPLES, FL 34116
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GOLDEN GATE M.S.T.U. ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
8300 Radio Road
Naples, FL 34104
April 15, 2025
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 4:31 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
Open Seat
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
(Excused)
Others Wendy Warren – Transcription, Premier
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Spencer motioned to approve the Agenda of the Golden Gate MSTU Advisory Committee as
presented. Second by Mr. Jefferson Carried unanimously 3 - 0.
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V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – March 18, 2025
Mr. Jefferson moved to approve the Golden Gate MSTU Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
March 18, 2025, as presented. Second by Ms. Holmes. Carried unanimously 3 - 0.
VI. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE REPORT
In Mr. Yzaguirre’s absence, Mr Schumacher reported on landscaping conditions.
• Routine landscape maintenance services have been performed on all MSTU roadways.
• Plants were installed on Tropicana Boulevard.
• Sunshine Boulevard median refurbishments are pending resolution of the irrigation issues.
Mulch
• A Purchase Order for County brown mulch was requested from Southeast Spreading.
Tree Pruning
• Tree Scaping Of Naples completed trimming palms and hardwood trees week ending
March 22, 2025.
VII. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT’S REPORT – McGee & Associates
Mr. McGee summarized the April 1, 2025, 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 locations
• Mulch medians where replacement plants were installed.
• Increase irrigation schedule in dry areas.
• Recommend spring fertilization for all roadways.
• Review accent lighting fixtures for cleaning and/or replacement.
• Clean all paver areas with “Wet & Forget Outdoor” mold and mildew remover.
Sunshine Boulevard
• Accent lights in medians #5 and #6 are on all day.
• Median areas are stressed due to irrigation not functioning. Plant replacements are on hold.
Coronado Parkway and Hunter Boulevard
• Remove weeds in Perennial Peanut beds to prevent decline in plantings.
• Recommend Perennial Peanut beds have an application of 0-0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer and Legume
Soil Inoculant quarterly.
• Hunter Blvd.
Median #6
o Pruned and clean out Paurotis palm clumps.
o Plant a multi-stem Jatropha tree at address 2018.
Median#12
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o Repair paver border.
Tropicana Boulevard
• Recommend all irrigation heads in the area of Juniper plantings be reviewed for pruning.
• Prune foliage away from base of light poles.
• Median #4: Recommend removal and replacement of two Crape Myrtles.
Median #4: Remove Holly tree and replant with East Palatka Holly.
VIII. PROJECT MANAGER’S 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 April 15, 2025, prepared April 11, 2025.
• 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 – “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 – tree pruning and removal.
• Budget Summary
1. Line 1, Revenues and Interest – Of the $743,200 budgeted, $719,745 has been collected and
$23,454 remains to be collected.
2. Line 2, Carry Forward – Unexpended Prior Year (2024) Funds $2,006,206.
3. All Revenues – Of the $2,749,406 budgeted, $719,745 has been collected leaving an
available balance of $2,029,660 (the sum of lines 1 and 2) minus Expenditures.
4. Line 21, Operating Expense – Of $384,906 budgeted, $127,346 is committed on to existing
Purchase Orders and $123,441 is expended, leaving the remainder of $134,118 available
within budget for additional operating expenses as needed.
5. Line 25, County Overhead – Of the $87,300 budgeted, $85,376 has been transferred, and a
balance of $2,923 remains for transfer (PTNE Staff & support, Property Appraiser, & Tax
Collector).
6. Line 27, Capital Projects – A balance of $2,277,200 remains for improvement projects.
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7. Line 27, All Expenses – Of $2,749,406 budgeted, $127,346 is committed in existing
Purchase Orders, $208,818 has been expended, leaving a remainder of $2,498,925 available
for MSTU expenditures.
8. Line 28, FY-25 Budget Grand Total – budgeted Revenues (Line 3) and All Expenses (Line
32) are equal and cancel-out, $127,346 remains committed to existing Purchase Orders,
collected Revenues exceed Expenses by $510,927 and $383,581 are Unexpended.
• General
1. MSTU Tax Rate: One-half (0.5000) Mills is for beautification improvements and
maintenance within the taxing district.
2. The Ad Valorem taxable value increased 8.94% for fiscal year 2025 over 2024 generating
additional revenue of $129,275.
3. 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 Purchase Order for County brown mulch has been issued to Southeast Spreading.
• Quote proposals will be solicited from Lumec and Sternberg for streetlamp conversion to
LED. The purchase of the lamps will be funded by the Capital Projects category.
• The Capital Projects category will fund pump station repairs, the proposed irrigation and
landscape project(s) on Golden Gate Parkway.
• Uncommitted funds available within budget are available for transfer to other categories
upon approval by the Committee.
• The Office of Budget Management (OMB) will be consulted regarding the addition of a
note in the FY-26 budget to identify $150,000 in the Capital Improvements category
dedicated to funding expenses incurred for disaster/ catastrophic events, perhaps per MSTU
roadway.
• The Ad Valorem taxable value increased 8.94% for fiscal year 2025 over 2024 generating
additional revenue of $129,275.
• Funds not spent in 2025 (FY-25) will be carried forward into FY-26.
• The Asset Management Plan report to estimate useful life of MSTU assets and
corresponding expenditure projections to fund maintenance will be updated during the
2026 planning process.
FY 2026 Millage
Options
1. Revenue Neutral: Adjust the current millage rate to maintain the FY-25 MSTU revenue
level.
2. Millage Neutral: Maintain the current millage rate of 0.5000 mills, with the MSTU revenue
level fluctuating each fiscal year, higher or lower, in tandem with Ad Valorem property
values determined by the Property Appraiser.
3. Decrease the millage to a rate below the MSTU 0.5000 maxim, upon a motion passed by
the Advisory Committee.
4. The Fiscal Year 2026 budget is effective October 1, 2025.
0.5000 mills equate to $.50 assessed per $1,000 of Ad Valorem Taxable Value.
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Committee Discussion
• MSTU millage is a small percentage of a property owner’s total annual tax bill.
• Reducing the millage may limit the ability to keep up with inflation.
• The cost basis for new property owners in the community is much higher and a millage
reduction impacts them favorably.
• Many identified capital expenditures will be made over several coming years, while
additional revenues continue to accumulate.
Ms. Holmes motioned to maintain the current millage rate of 0.5000 mills per year for the Golden
Gate Beautification MSTU. Second by Chair Spencer. Carried unanimously 3 – 0.
IX. OLD BUSINESS
Elite Concrete USA is installing concrete sidewalks on Coronado Parkway. Lucerne Road has not been
paved.
X. NEW BUSINESS
A. Irrigation Extension - Pkwy Median 2 & New Bridge over Santa Barabara Canal
Mr. Schumacher met with Pam Lulich, Landscape Operations Manager, to discuss restoration of
the irrigation and landscaping on Golden Gate Parkway, west of the Welcome sign at the intersection
of Santa Barbara Blvd, and east toward the bridge over the canal.
• Irrigation plans prepared by McGee & Associates, Landscape Architects, for the proposed
project were reviewed.
• Cost sharing responsibility between the County and the MSTU must be defined.
• A list of plants available for transfer from another County project will be provided for
incorporation into the landscape design.
• Road Maintenance Division has proposed contribution up to $50,000.00 to the MSTU toward
funding the project.
• The Road Maintenance Division will be responsible installing and maintaining the
improvements.
• RM will proceed with posting a bid for the project.
The Committee agreed to consider the Road Maintenance Division contribution of up to $50,000.00
for the project.
B. Sunshine Irrigation Pump Station
Mr. Schumacher reported:
• The pump station and irrigation system on Sunshine Boulevard is down and not
functioning.
• Agricultural Services International (ASI) diagnosed the system on-site and recommended a
complete pump station replacement.
• ASI shas submitted a cost quote of $30,000.00 to install a Rain Bird Compact Low Profile
VFD Pump Station.
• Upon verification of specifications, a Purchase Order will be issued.
XI. COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS
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XII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned by the Chair
at 5:08 P.M.
GOLDEN GATE MSTU ADVISORY COMMITTEE
______________________________________________
Patricia Spencer, Chair
The Minutes were approved by the Committee on , 2025 as presented or
as amended ____.
https://www.collierptne.com/mtsu/golden-gate-beautification-advisory-committee/
NEXT MEETING: MAY 20, 2025 – 4:30 PM
GOLDEN GATE COMMUNITY CENTER
4701 GOLDEN GATE PARKWAY
NAPLES, FL 34116
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Landscape Architecture
Design * Environmental Management * Planning * Arborist Page 1 of 3
5079 Tamiami Trail East / P. O. Box 8052 Naples, Florida 34101
Phone (239) 417-0707 * Fax (239) 417-0708
LA0000864 * FL 1023A
Project: GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION, M.S.T.U. Landscape Architect Report: May 2025
Location: Sunshine Blvd.
Project Manager: Dan Schumacher, Collier County Public Services Department, Public Transportation & Neighborhood Enhancements Division
Consultant: McGee & Associates Consultant’s Representative: Michael A. McGee, rla, isa
Landscape Contractor: A & M Property Management Contractor’s Representative: Armando Yzaguirre
Observation Date: 5/6/2025 Report Date: 5/6/2025 Report No.: 7 (FY-25)
AC - Indicates major items recommended to be discussed by Advisory Committee S - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by staff, C - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by Contractor
LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
MONTHLY ADDRESSED Yellow - Items recommended to be addressed as soon as
possible or renovation recommendations generally based
upon vehicular or storm damage.
All locations X X All areas are heavily water stressed due to irrigation system not functioning. All
replacement plantings must be put on hold. Currently report items are being put on hold.
A major renovation planting will be required to reestablish median landscapes.
Median #1 X X 3 South End: South tip of Juniper bed has 3-4 dead Juniper plants that need to be
removed. Apparent decline would be contributed water stress, but spider mites and/or a
blight may also have contributed.
X X 14 North End: The Blueberry flax lily bed has lost over 50% of the plants. It is recommended
at this point to remove the remaining flax lilies and renovate the bed with a different plant.
Install (52) 2 gal., Zamia pumila – Coontie on 3 ft. centers 3 ft. off tree trunks, back of
curbs and turf edges.
X X 16 North end: Previous replacement Sabal palm has died and needs to be replaced. Match
existing. This type of palm will require (2) bubblers and additional hand watering to
survive its planting.
X X 17 North end: (13) Juniper parsonii 3 gal. that need to be replanted as replacements.
X X 17 Sand cordgrass bed: The bed has (6) plants are dead or missing and need to be replaced
with 3 gal. size Sand cordgrass plants.
X X 17 South end: (9) Juniper replacement plants have declined and/or dead due to sever water
stress. Replant with 3 gal. Juniper parsonii.
X X 17 Middle Bed: Yellow African iris plants (4) plant declined and/or dead. Replant with 1 gal.
Yellow African iris.
Median #2 X 11 At address 2224: A previously planted Tabebuia tree in the turf area at some point was
removed and not replaced. It is recommended to install a Floss Silk tree. (Ceiba Speciosa
11’-13’ Ht., 3.5 Cal., 5’-6’ Spr., 36” dia. B&B or 65 Gal. size container.
X X 17 South end: Area of previous auto damaged Juniper need to be renovated. Remove
damaged or dead plants and install double row of (26) 3 gal. Juniper parsoni.
X X 17 At address 2248: (10) renovation Yellow African Iris have declined and need to be
replaced. Remove volunteer Blueberry Flax plants in Iris.
M&A 5/7/24: Remove volunteer Firangi Pangi tree in Iris bed.
X X 17 At address 2184: (1) Tabebuia Ipe has been removed. It is recommended to replant with
the same Tabebuia Ipe tree. 11’-13’ Ht., 3.5 Cal., 5’-6’ Spr., 36” dia. B&B or 65 Gal. size
container.
M&A 3/7/23: The tree planted at this location was a
Yellow/Silver Trumpet tree and not an Ipe or Purple trumpet
tree. Removal & replacement is recommended based upon
trunk damage and the inability of this type of tree to become
well rooted. In addition, the metal center support poles has
not been removed after the installation of the Duckbill staking
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system. M&A 9/5/23: The tree has been blown over by the
recent winds. The north duckbill anchor was installed about
12” not installed to its recommended 24” depth and as a
result the tree pulled the anchor up.
X X 17 At address 2184: The Bougainvillea silhouettes are off color and are stunted in growth.
Additional fertilization is highly recommended. Mulch should be pulled away from being in
contact with the plant trunks.
M&A 2/8/23: (6) plants have declined and/or missing and
need to be replaced. 3 gal. size. M&A 4/4/23: Plant count is
now up to (10) plants and area is dry.
X X 17 At address 2160: (1) Tabebuia tree trunk has been girdled by staking straps. The girdling
location has healed over but will remain a weak point for the main trunk. At this location
an included bark branch union is present so reduce of this branch is recommended to
reduce weight of the branch.
X X 17 North End at 2052: Juniper parsoni have large amount of dead and brown foliage which
appears to be result of insect (e.g. spider mites) or fungal disease. Contractor should
review to treat issue and prune out dead foliage.
M&A 5/3/22: Contractor determined Juniper had a Blight
disease and bed has been treated. Approx. 39-40 plants
involved. M&A 12/6/22 (14) 3 gal. Juniper parsoni needed to
finish replacements.
Median #3 - Pump Station
Location- 5 hp, 6” well, VFD
X X 11 At address 1944: Install (2) Dwarf Bougainvillea ‘Helen Johnson’ 3 gal. size.
Median #4 X X No major issues observed.
Median #5 X X 17 (20+/-) renovation Blueberry flax plants have declined and need to be replaced. Issue
appears to irrigation coverage. Install (20) 1 gal. Blueberry flax.
M&A 6/4/24: Based upon additional plants dying it is
recommended the remaining Blueberry Flax lilies be removed
and the area planted with Zamia. Install (25) 2 gal., Zamia
pumila – Coontie on 3 ft. centers 3 ft. off tree trunks, back of
curbs and turf edges.
Median #6 X X 4 At address 1790 or South End: Juniper plantings have sustained vehicular damage as
well as water stress causing approximately 50% of the Juniper plants to have dead
foliage or entire plants are dead. It is recommended to remove all damaged and declined
plants and then review for replacements or renovation.
X X 6 At address 1740-1730: One Golden Tabebuia tree, flagged with white tape, has sever
trunk issues due to unhealed previous pruning cuts and removal and replacement is
recommended. Replace with Pink Trumpet tree, Handroanthus impetiginosus 11’-13’ Ht.,
3.5 Cal., 5’-6’ Spr., 36” dia. B&B or 65 Gal. size container.
X X 10 At address 1750 & 1760: Prune back existing Bougainvillea to a 24-inch diameter. Install
(8) Dwarf Bougainvillea ‘Helen Johnson’ 3 gal. size.
X X 16 At address 1720: Water stress has caused the decline of (13-15 20) Iris plants that will
need to be replaced with 3 gal. Yellow African iris plants.
M&A 6/4/24: Remove volunteer Blueberry Flax lilies.
X X 26 At address 1740: The Bougainvillea silhouettes are off color and are stunted in growth.
Plants should be reviewed for irrigation coverage and additional fertilization. Mulch should
be pulled away from being in contact with the plant trunks.
M&A 4/4/23: (26-30 37) Bougainvillea plants have declined
and/or dead. Recommended to remove all and replant bed
with 3 gal. Bougainvillea ‘Silhouettes’
18th Place SW Median X X Recommendation: Remove all surface vegetation (Bougainvillea shrubs) and lower grade
3-inches. Install (7) 3 gal., Aechmea “Raspberry Bromeliad and mulch entire median with
Rice Rock mulch to include filter cloth below Rice Rock mulch.
M&A 6/4/24: With rainy season approaching it is
recommended preparations begin to renovate median as
listed. M&A 11/5/24 with rainy season ending any replanting’s
will require truck watering at planting and for a period of
establishment.
18th Ave. S.W. Median X X Recommendation: Remove all surface vegetation and lower grade 3-inches. Install (8) 3 M&A 6/4/24: With rainy season approaching it is
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gal., Aechmea “Raspberry Bromeliad and mulch entire median with Rice Rock mulch to
include filter cloth below Rice Rock mulch.
recommended preparations begin to renovate median as
listed. M&A 11/5/24 with rainy season ending any
replanting’s will require truck watering at planting and for a
period of establishment.
QUARTERLY ADDRESSED
Accent/Street Lighting X X 3 Accent light were on at 11:00 AM in medians #5 & 6.
X It is recommended all lights be reviewed for cleaning or replacements if needed. Some
fixtures appear to have hazy and/or dirty lenses which reduce light levels.
Lighting Electric Meters &
Irrigation Controller Electric
Source Locations
Lighting Electric Meter 2271 Sunshine Blvd., 1 SUN, Alley off 23rd Ave. SW
Lighting Electric Meter & Irrigation Controller Electric, 1995 Sunshine Blvd., 2 SUN, Alley
off 20th PL. SW
Lighting Electric Meter 4642 18th Pl. SW, 3 SUN, North R/W
Fertilizations: X Below is the April recommended fertilization for all roadways:
Apply 1.5 bags to shrubs and ground covers only.
Irrigation: X X Previous month water use total per WeatherTrak controller estimate 0 gallons. Chart does
not match water use. The irrigation system is not functioning properly. All areas are
heavily water stressed. No water use chart provided.
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Landscape Architecture
Design * Environmental Management * Planning * Arborist
5079 Tamiami Trail East / P. O. Box 8052 Naples, Florida 34101
Phone (239) 417-0707 * Fax (239) 417-0708 Page 1 of 3
LA0000864 * FL 1023A
Project: GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION, M.S.T.U. Landscape Architect Report: May 2025
Location: Coronado Parkway & Hunter Blvd.
Project Manager: Dan Schumacher, Collier County Public Services Department, Public Transportation & Neighborhood Enhancements Division
Consultant: McGee & Associates Consultant’s Representative: Michael A. McGee, rla, isa
Landscape Contractor: A & M Property Management Contractor’s Representative: Armando Yzaguirre
Observation Date: 5/6/2025 Report Date: 5/6/2025 Report No.: 7 (FY-25)
AC - Indicates major items recommended to be discussed by Advisory Committee S - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by staff, C - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by Contractor
LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
MONTHLY ADDRESSED Yellow - Items recommended to be addressed as soon as
possible or renovation recommendations generally based
upon vehicular or storm damage. Red – Items if not
immediately addressed will result in multiple plant loss.
Coronado Pkwy. - All locations X X The irrigation coverage of the perennial peanut needs to be reviewed in Median #3, 4 east
& west ends, 5 east & west ends, 6 east & west ends, 10 east & west ends, 11 east &
west ends, and 12.
X X Many perennial peanut beds contain too many weeds that will result in a decline of the
perennial peanut plantings. Continuous and early removal of weeds is important for this
type of planting.
X All areas need mulching now that replacement plantings have been installed.
X X It is recommended that all Perennial peanut plantings and replacement areas that are to
remain shall have an application of 0-0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer and Legume Soil inoculant
at 10 oz. per 100 s.f.
X X Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
X Recommend reviewing all valve locations for green reflective markers that are missing.
Median #1- Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #2- Pavers X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #3 X X Perennial peanut dry.
Median #4 X X Iris & Perennial peanut dry.
Median #5 X X Perennial peanut dry.
Median #6 X X A previous storm damaged Alexander palm that was removed and the stump left behind
needs to be replaced. Stump removal and replanting is recommended. (1) 10 ft. clear
trunk size is recommended.
Median #7 X X No major issues observed
Median #8 X X No major issues observed
Median #9 - Pavers X X Pressure cleaning recommended
Median #10 X X 2 East end: Perennial peanut bed full of weeds.
X X 17 At address 5327 & 5273: (4) Paurotis palm clumps need to be pruned for thinning and
removal of dead or declining stems.
Median #11 Bridge X X No major issues observed
Median #12 X X 8 Middle of median: Alexander palm has severe trunk fugus damage due to a previous
wound. It is recommended the palm be replaced. Excavate palm and replant with (1) 10 ft.
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clear trunk Alexander palm.
Median #13 X X No major issues observed
Median #14 X X Recommend removal of rock / concrete debris in west end of median before mulching.
X X 16 Repair 12 L.F. of paver border, remove & replace soldier course edge to include
compacted base and mortar edging. Base shall extend 12-inches beyond current edge of
pavers.
Hunter Blvd. - All locations X X All areas where perennial peanut plants were removed to install Liriope plants have large
amounts of perennial peanut re-sprouting in the beds. New sprouts should be treated with
herbicide before mulch is applied.
X X All locations with perennial peanut planting shall have a Legume Soil Inoculant product
applied as soon as possible, as well as an application of 0-0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer.
X X Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
X X 7 Mulch needed for medians 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & eastern half of median 8. M&A 10-1-24: Recommended mulch be placed in
November following rainy and hurricane season. M&A
12/3/24: All areas should be mulched.
Median #1 X X No major issues observed
Median #2 X X North end: (25) Recently planted Liriope plants are in decline, dead, or missing. Bed is
also dry.
Median #3 X X South end: (6) Recently planted Liriope plants are in decline, dead, or missing. Bed is also
dry.
X X North end: (50+/-) perennial peanut are missing. Fill in with one gal. size Golden Glory.
X X At address 2340: (7) Bougainvillea Miss Alice (white) are in decline, dead, or missing.
Recommend replanting with 3 gal. size type plants.
X X At address 2330: (9) Bougainvillea Miss Alice (white) are in decline, dead, or missing.
Recommend replanting with 3 gal. size type plants.
Median #4 X X At address 2300: (35+/-) perennial peanut are missing. Fill in with one gal. size Golden
Glory.
X X North end:(13) Recently planted Liriope plants are in decline, dead, or missing. Bed is also
dry.
Median #5
Pump station – Median #5, 7.5
hp, 8” well feeds Hunter &
Coronado, Hydropoint Controller
in median
X X South end: Perennial peanut is over 50% missing. Recommend remove remainder and
replant area with seven staggered rows of (120) Liriope ‘Big Blue’, 18” o.c. in 1 gal. size.
New plantings are to have offsets as follows: 3-4 feet off tree trunks, 2-feet from back of
curb & 3-feet off paver edges.
Median #6 X X South end:(20+/-) perennial peanut are missing. Fill in with one gal. size Golden Glory.
X X 5 At address 2018: (1) Jatropha tree is missing. Replant with 6 ft. overall ht. multi-stem
plant.
Median #7 X X At address 1991: Fire burnt one Iris. Remove dead foliage from all Iris plants. Review
irrigation median appears dry.
Median #8 X X East end: The recently planted perennial peanut look very bad. (25+/-) are in decline,
dead, or missing. Some foliage is dwarfed which is an indicator of too much herbicide
others are very yellow which could be over watering related or nutritional. Application of
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0-0-22-22S-11mg fertilizer is highly recommended.
X X West end: (26) Recently planted Liriope plants are in decline, dead, or missing.
Median #9 X X West end:(25+/-) perennial peanut are missing. Fill in with one gal. size Ecoturf.
Median #10 X X Review perennial peanut plantings for weeds.
X X 18 Apply Legume Soil Inoculant product as soon as possible, as well as an application of 0-0-
22-22S-11mg fertilizer.
.
Median #11 X X No major issues observed
Median #12 X X 18 Median: Repair 12 L.F. of paver border, remove & replace soldier course edge to include
compacted base and mortar edging. Base shall extend 12-inches beyond current edge of
pavers.
QUARTERLY ADDRESSED
Fertilization: X X Below is the April recommended fertilization for all roadways:
Apply 3–50 lb. bags of 8-0-10 and 1-50 lb. 0-0-22 between both roadways
General Irrigation: Previous month water use total per WeatherTrak controller estimate 231,653 gallons.
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5079 Tamiami Trail East / P. O. Box 8052 Naples, Florida 34101
Phone (239) 417-0707 * Fax (239) 417-0708
LA000864 * FL 1023A
Project: GOLDEN GATE BEAUTIFICATION, M.S.T.U. Landscape Architect Report: May 2025
Location: Tropicana Blvd.
Project Manager: Dan Schumacher, Collier County Public Services Department, Public Transportation & Neighborhood Enhancements Division
Consultant: McGee & Associates Consultant’s Representative: Michael A. McGee, rla, isa
Landscape Contractor: A & M Property Management Contractor’s Representative: Armando Yzaguirre
Observation Date: 5/6/2025 Report Date: 5/6/2025 Report No.: 7 (FY-25)
AC - Indicates major items recommended to be discussed by Advisory Committee S - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by staff, C - Indicates items recommended to be addressed by Contractor.
LOCATION/WORK AREA AC S C R MAINTENANCE SERVICES OBSERVATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS RESPONSE or COMMENTS
MONTHLY ADDRESSED Yellow - Items recommended to be addressed as soon as
possible or renovation recommendations generally based
upon vehicular or storm damage.
All locations: X X Recommend all irrigation heads within Juniper plantings be reviewed for pruning foliage
or branches away.
X X Recommend all light poles be reviewed to prune foliage away from bases.
X It is recommended that all areas be mulched.
X X Recommended all paver areas be pressure washed and treated with “Wet & Forget” mold
treatment spray.
Median #1 X X Review irrigation newly planted Liriope plants are dry.
Median #2 X X 17 The existing quick coupler valve box is broken and deformed and needs to have the top
box and lid removed and new ones installed.
Pedestrian shelter at 31st Ave.
SW
X Pavers should be cleaned
Median #3 Bridge X X 9 North end: On tip of median 3 Juniper have been runover and removal and replacement
is recommended. (3) Juniper parsonii 3 gal. size.
Median #4 X X 5 North end: Remove volunteer Oyster plants and Asparagus fern in Juniper plants.
X X 18 At address 2930: Recommend removing two Crape myrtles and replace with (2) Crape
Myrtle ‘Natchez’, White, 30 gal., 2” cal., 8’-10’ ht., 5’-6’ spr., Multi-stem (4 min.). Will
require (1) bubbler location with (2) adjustable flood bubblers per tree.
Pedestrian Shelter- 28th Ave. SW X Pavers should be cleaned
Median #5 X X 16 At address 2672: Holly tree has totally defoliated, and main trunk bark is cracking. Decline
would contribute to mature age of 16+/- years and past site conditions. Recommendation
is to schedule removal by excavation and replant with Ilex x attenuate – East Palatka
Holly 10’ Ht., 3’ spr., 3.5” cal. in 65 gal. container
Hand dig, or deep stump grind?
X X 17 At address 2600-2582: Holly tree has totally defoliated, root system is rotting, main trunk
has severe rot due to previous pruning wounds not compartmentalizing and healing over.
Recommendation is to schedule removal by excavation and replant with Ilex x attenuate –
East Palatka Holly 10’ Ht., 3’ spr., 3.5” cal. in 65 gal. container
Hand dig, or deep stump grind?
X X 17 At address 2520: Remove volunteer Crape myrtles growing in Bougainvillea bed. M&A 11/7/22: it is recommended due to the amount of
shade over this planting location that the existing
Bougainvillea and Crape myrtle sprouts be removed, and
the area planted with Bromeliads. (45) Neoregelia
carolinae ‘Tricolor’, 6” pots, 24” o.c.+/-, first row 4’ off
back of curb. M&A 9/5/23: It appears carpe myrtle
sprouts have been treated with herbicide.
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X 2 At address 2600: Recommend Oak, 18” caliper, 50% damaged in main trunk from broken
off large branch be monitored yearly.
M&A 6/6/23: This Oak is adjacent to the declined Holly
tree at address 2701 that is being recommended for
removal and replacement. It is recommended that this
Oak tree be coordinated for removal by excavation and
replace with Quercus virginiana ‘Cathedral’ 11’-13’ ht.,
3.5 cal., 5’ spr. 36” dia. root ball or 65 gal. container.
Median #6 (Pavers only) X X No major issue observed. Recommended pavers be pressure washed and treated with
“Wet & Forget” mold treatment spray.
QUARTERLY ADDRESSED
Accent/Street Lighting X 8 Multiple accent lighting fixtures appear to have corroded metal edges and hazy and/or
dirty lenses which reduce light levels. It is recommended all lights be reviewed for
cleaning or replacements if needed.
X 8 Median #1 south light pole fixture has been turned out of alignment with the median.
Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
Locations
East R/W between 13th Ave. & PL. Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
West Alley off 28th Ave. SW Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
West R/W in Alley between G.G. Pkwy. & 26th PL. SW, Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
West R/W at corner of 30th PL. SW & Tropicana Lighting Disconnect & Sensor
Fertilizations: X X Below is the April recommended fertilization for all roadways:
The turf 16-0-8 should be deleted for Sunshine Blvd. This would reduce 6-50 lb. bags to
approximately 3-50 lb. bags for Tropicana only.
Comment.
Irrigation: X Previous month water use total per WeatherTrak controller estimate 380,720 gallons.
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Fund 1621
May 20, 2025
FY-25 Vendor Item PO# Budget Commitments Expenditures Available
1 MILLAGE COLLECTED & INTEREST MSTU Revenues (743,200.00)$ -$ (726,442.28)$ (16,757.72)$
2 CARRY FORWARD Unexpended Prior Year Funds (2,006,206.25)$ -$ -$ (2,006,206.25)$
3 ALL REVENUES (2,749,406.25)$ -$ (726,442.28)$ (2,022,963.97)$
McGee & Associates Landscape Architect (FY-25)4500234204 15,922.95$ 10,157.05$
McGee & Associates Landscape Architect (FY-24)4500228494 -$ 1,308.30$
4 ENG. FEES & OTHERS (631403)34,758.25$ 15,922.95$ 11,465.35$ 7,369.95$
5 INDIRECT COST REIMBURSE (634970)Collier County Indirect Cost Direct Pay 4,700.00$ -$ 4,700.00$ -$
A&M Property Maintenance 4500233652 14,336.16$ 20,663.84$
6 LANDSCAPE INCIDENTALS (634990)30,000.00$ 14,336.16$ 20,663.84$ (5,000.00)$
A&M Property Maintenance 4500233652 12,645.00$ 102,355.00$
7 OTHER CONTRACTUAL (634999)222,000.00$ 12,645.00$ 102,355.00$ 107,000.00$
Tree Scaping Tree & Palm - Pruning 4500234124 40,000.00$ -$
Tree Scaping Tree & Palm - Removal 4500235294 5,000.00$ -$
Naples Electric Motor Works Pump Station Services 4500234617 3,000.00$ -$
Lykins Signtek & Development Welcome Sign 4500232891 -$ 6,548.00$
8 OTHER CONTRACTUAL (639990)36,548.00$ 48,000.00$ 6,548.00$ (18,000.00)$
9 ELECTRICITY (643100)FPL Electricity 4700005162 3,500.00$ 1,632.09$ 1,867.91$ -$
10 INSURANCE GENERAL(645100)Collier County Insurance Direct Pay 600.00$ 150.00$ 450.00$ -$
11 SPRINKLER SYSTEM(646311)SiteOne Irrigation Parts & Pumps 4500234777 10,000.00$ 3,665.16$ 1,334.84$ 5,000.00$
12 MULCH(646318)Southeast Spreading 25,000.00$ 16,625.00$ -$ 8,375.00$
Grainger Sign Bulb P-Card -$ 23.59$
Simmonds Electrical Electrical Services 4500234109 5,000.00$ -$
13 LIGHTING MAINTENANCE(646451)5,000.00$ 5,000.00$ 23.59$ (23.59)$
14 LICENSE & PERMITS(649010)2,000.00$ -$ -$ 2,000.00$
Facilities US Flags -$ 300.14$
Premier Staffing Transcription 4500234229 1,938.40$ 1,039.50$
Naples Christmas Lighting DBA Sight N Holiday Decorations 4500234277 -$ 2,975.00$
15 OTHER MISCELLANEOUS (649990)5,000.00$ 1,938.40$ 4,314.64$ (1,253.04)$
16 OFFICE SUPPLIES (651110)100.00$ -$ -$ 100.00$
17 COPYING CHARGES(651210)J.M. Todd Copier CPC 4500234730 200.00$ 55.92$ 94.08$ 50.00$
18 FERT HERB CHEM(652310)Howard Fertilizer 4500234102 5,000.00$ 398.00$ 1,602.00$ 3,000.00$
19 OTHER OPERATING (652990)500.00$ -$ -$ 500.00$
20 OPERATING EXPENSES 384,906.25$ 120,368.68$ 155,419.25$ 109,118.32$
21 PTNE STAFF & DIVISION OVERHEAD (911011)-2.5%67,400.00$ -$ 67,400.00$ -$
22 PROPERTY APPRAISER (930600)-0.2%5,400.00$ -$ 3,979.01$ 1,420.99$
23 TAX COLLECTOR (930700)-0.5%14,500.00$ -$ 13,997.66$ 502.34$
24 COUNTY OVERHEAD 3.2%87,300.00$ -$ 85,376.67$ 1,923.33$
25 IMPROVEMENTS GENERAL (763100)2,277,200.00$ -$ -$ 2,277,200.00$
26 CAPITAL PROJECTS 2,277,200.00$ -$ -$ 2,277,200.00$
27 ALL EXPENSES 2,749,406.25$ 120,368.68$ 240,795.92$ 2,388,241.65$
28 FY-25 BUDGET GRAND TOTAL = ALL REVENUES - ALL EXPENSES -$ 120,368.68$ (485,646.36)$ 365,277.68$
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Golden Gate M.S.T.U.
Fund 1621
May 20, 2025
516,253,177 FY 13 Final Taxable Value 7.8%Total Available Balance 2,388,241.65$
533,888,677 FY 14 Final Taxable Value 3.4% Plus Commited And Not Spent 120,368.68$
575,541,732 FY 15 Final Taxable Value 7.8%
611,031,317 FY 16 Final Taxable Value 6.2%Estimated Cash 2,508,610.33$
673,743,701 FY 17 Final Taxable Value 10.3%
749,340,700 FY 18 Final Taxable Value 11.2%
813,136,298 FY 19 Final Taxable Value 8.5%Prepared 04.11.2025 TC
885,583,987 FY 20 Final Taxable Value 8.9%
987,248,891 FY 21 Final Taxable Value 11.5%
1,067,233,321 FY 22 Final Taxable Value 8.1%
1,214,827,173 FY 23 Final Taxable Value 13.8%
1,351,201,209 FY 24 Final Taxable Value 11.2%
$1,473,376,239 FY 25 Gross Taxable Value
8.94%Adjustment FY 24 to FY 25 +9.1% Average
FY 25 Gross MSTU Revenue FY 24
Millage 0.5000 0.5000 0.5 mill cap
Tax Dollars $736,688 $675,601 $129,275 Increase
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