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Agenda 10/28/2025 Item #16B 3 (Resolution designating a portion of Immokalee Rd, as the "Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway")SEE REVERSE SIDE Proposed Agenda Changes Board of County Commissioners Meeting October 28, 2025 Add on Item 5B to be heard immediately following Awards and Recognitions: Check presentation by the Collier County Tax Collector, Rob Stoneburner.(Staff’s Request) Move item 16B3 to 11F: Recommendation that the Board adopt a Resolution designating that portion of Immokalee Road from Oil Well Road to US Route 41 as the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway,” and direct staff to install appropriate signage designating the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway” to be installed at each terminus of the designated roadway segment, at specified intervals along the road, and at all 4 intersections of I-75/Immokalee Road; consistent with County and FDOT signage standards. (Commissioner LoCastro’s Request) Move companion items 17A & 17B to 9C & 9D: This item requires Commission members to provide ex- parte disclosure. Should a hearing be held on this item, all participants are required to be sworn in. Recommendation to approve an Ordinance rezoning property from the Rural Agricultural (A) zoning district to the Residential Planned Unit Development (RPUD) for a project to be known as 8928 Collier Boulevard RPUD to allow for 92 multifamily residential dwelling units with Affordable Housing. The subject PUD, consisting of 9.49± acres, is located on the east side of Collier Boulevard (C.R. 951), approximately 1,300 north of the intersection of Collier Boulevard and Hacienda Lakes Parkway in Section 14, Township 50 South, Range 26 East, Collier County, Florida. [PL20230018397] Recommendation to approve an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 89-05, as amended, the Collier County Growth Management Plan to create the Bonita Flores Residential Infill Subdistrict to allow for 92 multi-family residential dwelling units with affordable housing; directing transmittal of the adopted amendment to the Florida Department of Commerce. The subject property is located on the east side of Collier Boulevard, approximately 1,300 feet north of Hacienda Lakes Parkway in Section 14, Township 50 South, Range 26 East, consisting of 9.49± acres. [PL20230013845] (Commissioner Hall’s Request) Notes: TIME CERTAIN ITEMS: Item 5B to be heard after Awards and Recognitions: Check presentation by the Collier County Tax Collector, Rob Stoneburner. Item 10A to be heard after Proclamations: Request that the Board adopt a Resolution that condemns anti- Semitism in all forms and expressions. Item 10B to be heard at 10:00 AM: Recommendation to prioritize the construction of the additional athletic fields, as recommended in the Hunden Partners studies, as the next phase of development of the Paradise Coast Sports Complex, pending the approval of the tourist development tax referendum. Items 11A, 11B & 11C to be heard Immediately following Item 10B: Presentation on funding strategies for countywide Stormwater Capital, Operations, and Maintenance program; resolution to borrow up to $65M via the Florida Local Government Finance Commission’s pooled commercial paper program for stormwater capital projects; and Resolution amending Resolution 2022-123 to add transportation improvements for commercial paper funding and increase authorized borrowing to up to $50M. Item 11D to be heard at 2:00 PM: Recommendation to approve a Resolution amending the Growth Management Community Development Department Services Fee Schedule, with an effective date of January 1, 2026, in accordance with the Collier County Code of Laws and Ordinances, Section 2-13. 10/27/2025 7:45 PM 10/28/2025 Item # 16.B.3 ID# 2025-4526 Executive Summary Recommendation that the Board adopt a Resolution designating that portion of Immokalee Road from Oil Well Road to US Route 41 as the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway,” and direct staff to install appropriate signage designating the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway” to be installed at each terminus of the designated roadway segment, at specified intervals along the road, and at all 4 intersections of I-75/Immokalee Road; consistent with County and FDOT signage standards. OBJECTIVE: To honor the memory of Charlie Kirk by designating Immokalee Road as the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway.” CONSIDERATIONS: Charles James Kirk (Charlie Kirk), at the age of 18, co-founded the conservative organization Turning Point USA in 2012, and was its CEO, chief fundraiser, and the public face of the organization. Charlie Kirk later founded Turning Point Action, an advocacy group supporting conservative candidates for office and the largest youth movement for civic engagement in the history of the United States. Charlie Kirk’s contributions to public discourse and his engagement with youth organizations reflected a strong commitment to the principles of civic responsibility and American values. On September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was murdered at a campus event at Utah Valley University; and on October 14, 2025, President Trump awarded Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom, stating, “Charlie was a giant of his generation, a champion of liberty, and an inspiration to millions and millions of people.” I am advised that counties may authorize the naming of county roads by resolution of the Board of County Commissioners, with notice to the Florida Department of Transportation for installation of suitable markers. I would like the Board to consider recognizing Charlie Kirk’s influence and service by memorializing a portion of Immokalee Road to commemorate his legacy and to inspire future generations to contribute positively to their communities. FISCAL IMPACT: It is expected that the installation of up to six signs will cost approximately $3,000. GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no growth management impact associated with this action. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The County Attorney has reviewed this item and approved it as to form and legality. Majority support is required for approval. - JAK RECOMMENDATIONS: That the Board adopt a Resolution designating that portion of Immokalee Road from Oil Well Road to US Route 41 as the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway,” and direct staff to install appropriate signage designating the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway” to be installed at each terminus of the designated roadway segment, at specified intervals along the road, and at all 4 intersections of I-75/Immokalee Road; consistent with County and FDOT signage standards. PREPARED BY: Chris Hall, Commissioner District 2 ATTACHMENTS: 1. Resolution for Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway Page 1648 of 3380 RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ______ A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, MEMORIALIZING A PORTION OF COUNTY ROADWAY AS “CHARLIE KIRK MEMORIAL HIGHWAY”; PROVIDING FOR SIGNAGE; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, Charles James Kirk (Charlie Kirk), at the age of 18, co-founded the conservative organization Turning Point USA in 2012, and was its CEO, chief fundraiser, and the public face of the organization; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk later founded Turning Point Action, an advocacy group supporting conservative candidates for office and was a member of the Council for National Policy; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk created the largest youth movement for civic engagement in the history of the United States, being a dedicated advocate for civic engagement, education, and community leadership, whose work inspired many throughout the State of Florida and beyond; and WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk’s contributions to public discourse and his engagement with youth organizations reflected a strong commitment to the principles of civic responsibility and American values; and WHEREAS, on September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was murdered at a campus event at Utah Valley University; and WHEREAS, on October 14, 2025, President Trump awarded Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom stating, “Charlie was a giant of his generation, a champion of liberty, and an inspiration to millions and millions of people”; and WHEREAS, only 673 individuals have been awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which is the highest civilian honor in the United States awarded by the President. The award is often presented to individuals to recognize a lifetime of significant achievements in the arts, public service, science, or other fields; and WHEREAS, counties may authorize the naming of county roads by resolution of the Board of County Commissioners, with notice to the Florida Department of Transportation for installation of suitable markers; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida, desires to recognize Charlie Kirk’s influence and service by memorializing a portion of Immokalee Road to commemorate his legacy and to inspire future generations to contribute positively to their communities. Page 1649 of 3380 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that in honor of Charlie Kirk, this Board designates a portion of Immokalee Road as the “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway” and requests that the Florida Department of Transportation erect suitable markers designating this transportation facility with the following guidance: 1. Designation. The Board hereby designates that portion of Immokalee Road from Oil Well Road to US Route 41 as “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway.” 2. Signage. Appropriate signage designating “Charlie Kirk Memorial Highway” shall be installed at each terminus of the designated roadway segment, at specified intervals along the road, and at all 4 intersections of I-75/Immokalee Road; consistent with County and FDOT signage standards. 3. Coordination. The County Manager, or designee, is authorized to coordinate with the Florida Department of Transportation and other appropriate agencies to implement this designation and installation of memorial signage, as required. 4. Transmittal. A certified copy of this Resolution shall be transmitted to the Florida Department of Transportation, as needed, for acknowledgment and inclusion in official records. This Resolution passed and adopted this ____ day of ________________, 2025. ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Crystal K. Kinzel, Clerk of Courts COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA By: ___________________________ By: _____________________________ , Deputy Clerk Burt L. Saunders, Chairman Approved as to form and legality: ______________________________ Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney Page 1650 of 3380