Agenda 08/12/2025 Item #16K 5 (Resolution - Reappoint Eloy Ricardo to the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals)8/12/2025
Item # 16.K.5
ID# 2025-2475
Executive Summary
Recommendation to reappoint Eloy Ricardo to the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals.
OBJECTIVE: To reappoint Chief Eloy Ricardo to the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals, to a four-year term
expiring on August 9, 2029.
CONSIDERATIONS:
This five-member board was established by Ordinance No. 83-16, as amended, to hear appeals on rejections or refusals
by the Building Code Compliance Director to approve the mode of construction or materials to be used in the
construction or alteration of a structure. Membership consists of five members representing the following professions:
One state licensed architect or structural engineer; one Class "A" general contractor, one state certified fire protective
equipment contractor or State Certified Fire Fighter with the rank of Lieutenant or higher or State Certified Fire Safety
Inspector with the rank of Lieutenant or higher; one licensed electrical contractor; and one licensed plumbing or
mechanical contractor. Members must be knowledgeable in the following Collier County Codes: Florida Building
Codes, Electrical Code, Fire Prevention Code, Gas Code, Mechanical Code and Swimming Pool Code. The meetings
are held on an as needed basis. The membership term is four years. This is a quasi-judicial board. A list of the current
membership is included in the backup.
There is one vacancy on this board. The vacancy was advertised, and the following application was received:
APPLICANT
CATEGORY DIST. VOTER ADVISORY COMM.
Eloy Ricardo* Fire Marshall Lee
County
Building Board of
Adjustments and
Appeals (2017-Current);
Water and Wastewater
Authority (2015-
present); Black Affairs
Advisory Board (2003-
2006)
*reapplying
Attendance: During the past two years, Chief Ricardo has had one excused absence. Attendance is included in the
recommendation memo.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: As a quasi-judicial board, no committee recommendation is required. Staff
recommends that Chief Ricardo be reappointed to his seat on the Committee, in the category of Fire Marshall, to a four-
year term which will expire on August 9, 2029. Chief Ricardo resides outside of Collier County and staff requests a
waiver of the residency requirements in order to retain Mr. Ricardo’s expertise on the Board. A recommendation memo
is included in the backup.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no growth management impact associated with this action.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality and requires majority vote for Board
approval. -JAK
RECOMMENDATIONS: That the Board of County Commissioners adopts the Staff Recommendation and authorizes
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Item # 16.K.5
ID# 2025-2475
the Chair to execute the attached resolution confirming the reappointment.
PREPARED BY: Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney
ATTACHMENTS:
1. BBAA Backup 8.12.25
2. BBAA Membership 8.12.25
3. BBAA Resolution 8.12.25
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To:
F rom:
Date:
Collicr Count
Grou.th Management Communitv Development
Operations & Regulatorl, Management
Madison Bird, Office of the County Attorney
Robert Moore, Manager, Division Manager, Building Plan Review & lnspections
July 2'13t, 2025
Board of Adjustments and Appeals - Chief Eloy RicardoSubject:
ln response to your request regarding the applications received for appointment to the Collier County
Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals, please find the following:
I received your memo dated July 17th,2025, in which you requested a review of the application submitted
by a citizen interested in serving on the Board of Building Adjustment and Appeals. The resume for the
applicant listed below was reviewed and meets the qualifications stated in Ordinance 91-102:
Qualifications and Requirements for Membership on Boards the following categories:
NAME CATEGORY
Eloy Ricardo State Fire Marshall
Please be advised that there is currently 1 vacancy on the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals.
By Ordinance 91-102, as amended, this Board must be comprised of five members. We have received
an application from a State Fire Marshall who resides outside Collier County but meets all other
qualification requirements. As such, we are formally requesting a waiver of the residency requirement
for Chief Eloy Ricardo
We believe that granting thts waiver and approving his appointment will allow us to retain a skilled and
experienced Board member whose work directly supports the mission and goals of our department.
Eloy has consislently demonstrated professionalism, dedication, and expertise in his role. His
experience and contributions have been highly valuable to our team and continue to benefit the
department and the broader community.
During the last two years, the board has met on three occasions. Chief Ricardo's attendance record is
as follows. 1 excused absence, 0 unexcused.
We appreciate your consideration of this recommendation and request, and are available to provide
any additional information you may need.
Please let me know if you need any further information. Should you require additional input, please feel
free to contact me at (239) 252-2422.
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FROM: Madison Bird. Office of thc County.Attorney
DATE: July I7, 2025
APPLICAN'I':
Eloy fucardo
(Removed in compliance with F.S. 119)
APPLYINC FOR: Building Board of Adjustments and Appcals
We have one seat expiring in August on the above ret'erenced advisory committee. The pending vacancy
was advertised, and persons interesled in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application
for consideration.
TO ELEC'I'IONS OFFICE: Attn: N'lclanic Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County. and in what commissioner
district the applicant resides.
County: Lee County
TO S'IAFF I.IAISON: Attn: Robert Moore
An application is attached for your review. Pleasc let me know. in writing, the recommendation for
appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No, 2006-83. your
recommendation must be provided within 41 days of thc above date. Your recommendation memo
should includc:
_ The names ofall applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's or municipality's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ Ifthe applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years.
TO ADVISOIIY BOAI{D COORDINATOR: Attn: Madison Bird
This afiplicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-X This applicant is rccommended lor appointment. A recommendation memo is attached. please
preparc an agenda item for the trext available BCC agenda.
If you have any questions. please call mc at 252-8123. 1'hank ;-ou fbr your attcntion to this mattcr.
ADVISORY COMM ITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
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Advisory Board Apptication Form
Coltier County Government
3299 TamiamiTrail East, Suite 800
Naptes, FL34112
1239],252-8400
Name: Etoy Ricardo
E m a i I Ad d res s : e ri c a rdq@ n o rt h e q tlierf i re. c o m
Home Address:
City/Zip Code:
Primary Phone: 239-572-0568
Secondary Phone: 239-597-3222
Board or Committee: Buitding Board of Adjustments and Appeats
Category (if Appticabte): Fire Chief
Place of Employment? North Cottier Fire Controt & Rescue District
Do you or your emptoyer do business with the County? Yes
Explain: Fire and Emergency Services
How many years have you tived in Collier County? More than 15
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Gollier County? I am a year-round
resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminat offense (any [eve[ fetony or first
degree misdemeanor only)? No
Woutd you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from
decisions or recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Are you a registered voter in Cottier County? Yes
Do you currently hotd an elected office? No
Application was received o 07116/2025 03:52:13 PM
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Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Coltier County board or committee?
Yes
lf yes, please tist the boards / committees: Buitding Board of Adjustments and Appeats
Please list your community activities and positions held:
Education:
Experience / Background:
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals
06/25/24 08/09/26 2 Years
2811 54th Ave NE
Electrical Contractor
5District:
Category:
Mr. William Swanson
Naples, FL 34120
(239) 302-7110
(239) 961-3327
E-Mail:bill@swansonselectric.com
09/09/08 08/09/09
7/8/25 08/09/29
1 Year
4161 Lorraine Ave
General Contractor
4
4 Years
District:
Category:
Mr. John A. Melton
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 825-7439
(239) 313-1175
E-Mail:john@ibcfla.com
02/13/24 08/09/27 3.5 Years
684 92nd Avenue North
General Contractor
2District:
Category:
Mr. Michael A. Mick
Naples, FL 34108
(239) 276-5052
E-Mail:michaelamick@eleventhrep.com
01/14/14 08/09/17
11/09/21 08/09/25
3 Years
*see notes*
State Fire Marshall
2
4 Years
District:
Category:
Mr. Eloy Ricardo
,
E-Mail:ericardo@northcollierfire.com;clabadie@northcollie
5/14/24 8/9/28 4 Years
2375 Heydon Circle E
Architect/Engineer
5District:
Category:
Mr. Johnathan D Walsh
Naples, FL 34120
(239) 776-7192
E-Mail:jonw433@gmail.com
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals
This five member board was established by Ord. 83 16 (amended by Ord. No. 91 57); Repealed
and amended by LDC, Div. 1.22.1 (Ord. 91 102, as amended) to hear appeals on rejections or
refusals by the Building Code Compliance Director to approve mode of construction or materials
to be used in construction or alteration of a structure. Membership consists of five members
representing the following professions: One state licensed architect or structural engineer; one
Class "A" general contractor, one state certified fire protective equipment contractor or State
Certified Fire Fighter with the rank of Lieutenant or higher or State Certified Fire Safety Inspector
with the rank of Lieutenant or higher; one licensed electrical contractor; and one licensed
plumbing or mechanical contractor. Members must be knowledgeable in the following Collier
County Codes: Florida Building Codes, Electrical Code, Fire Prevention Code, Gas Code,
Mechanical Code and Swimming Pool Code. The membership term is four years. The meetings
are held quarterly, or on an as needed basis. This is a Quasi Judicial Board.
Robert Moore: 252-2422Staff:
noneFL STAT:
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Page 2 of 2
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _______
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, REAPPOINTING ELOY RICARDO TO
THE BUILDING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS.
WHEREAS, on May 26, 2009, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Ordinance
No. 2009-31, which relocated and readopted the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals
Ordinance in its entirety as a stand-alone ordinance in the Collier County Code of Laws and
Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals ("Building Board") provides
a decision-making body through which an owner of a building or structure may appeal the
rejections or refusal of the Building Official to approve the mode or manner of construction
proposed to be followed or materials to be used in the erection or alteration of that building or
structure; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2009-31 provides that the Building Board shall be composed
of five (5) regular members engaged in the occupations specified in the Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, there is one vacancy on this Board; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners previously provided public notice
soliciting applications from interested parties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that ELOY RICARDO, as Fire
Marshall, is hereby reappointed to the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals to a four-year
term which shall expire on August 9, 2029.
THIS RESOLUTION ADOPTED upon majority vote on the 12th day of August, 2025.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CRYSTAL K. KINZEL, Clerk COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By:_____________________________ By:_____________________________
, Deputy Clerk Burt L. Saunders, Chairman
Approved as to form and legality:
_______________________________
Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney
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