Agenda 11/10/2025 Item #16K 6 (Resolution - Reappoint four members to the Public Art Committee)11/10/2025
Item # 16.K.6
ID# 2025-4532
Executive Summary
Recommendation to reappoint four members to the Public Art Committee.
OBJECTIVE: To reappoint four members of the Public Art Committee, each to a term expiring on April 12, 2027.
CONSIDERATIONS: This seven-member committee was established by Ordinance No. 21-49, to serve as a forum for
advancing public art in Collier County, and to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners in matters
relating to public art policies, issues, programs, and plans for the benefit of the citizens of Collier County. Membership
is comprised of persons with knowledge of and appreciation for the visual arts, with preference given to members of
local arts organizations, architects, planners, and working artists. Terms are for two years. A list of the current
membership is included in the backup.
There are four vacant seats on this committee. The vacancies were advertised, and applications were received from the
following:
APPLICANT
CATEGORY DIST. VOTER ADVISORY COMM.
Caitlin French Employed Arts Org. 1 Yes None
Adele Hackerman Retired Art
Educator/Artist
2 Yes None
Nora Beyrent* Working artist 2 Yes Public Art Committee (2023-2025)
Ruth Ann Gregg Resident 2 Yes None
Lisa Cataldo-Absher* Working artist 3 Yes Public Art Committee (2023-2025)
Muffy Gill* Working artist 4 Yes Public Art Committee (2023-2025)
Paul Gower* Working artist 4 Yes Public Art Committee (2023-2025)
*reappointing
ATTENDANCE: In the past two years, Ms. Beyrent, Ms. Gill and Mr. Gower have missed one meeting. Ms. Cataldo-
Absher has missed two meetings. Attendance is referenced in the recommendation memo.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: At its meeting on May 28, 2025, the committee convened to review
applications and voted unanimously at the following meeting on September 24, 2025, to recommend the reappointment
of Nora Beyrent, Lisa Cataldo-Absher, Muffy Gill and Paul Gower, each to a term expiring on April 12, 2027. 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
RECOMMENDATION(S): That the Board of County Commissioners adopts the Committee Recommendation and
authorizes the Chair to execute the attached resolution confirming the reappointments.
PREPARED BY: Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, County Attorney
ATTACHMENTS:
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11/10/2025
Item # 16.K.6
ID# 2025-4532
1. PAC Backup 11.10.25
2. PAC Membership 11.10.25
3. PAC Resolution 11.10.25
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To: Geoffrey Willig
Madison Bird
From: John Melleky
Date: October 20, 2025
RE: Public Art Committee Recommendations of New Committee Members
Summary
The Public Art Committee originally met on met on Wed. May 28, 2025, to review appointments. The
committee confirmed the following appointments. These members will have a term through March
2027. The vote was unanimous at 6-0 and minutes were reviewed and approved at the next meeting on
Wed. Sept. 24, 2025 meeting.
Nora Beyrent
Lisa Cataldo-Absher
Mutty Clark Gill
Paul Gower
Selection Process
The chart below lists all the candidates reviewed and the recommendations.
Name District Category Attendance
Caitlin Jane 1 Employed Arts Org
French
Nora Beyrent 2 Working Artist Missed 1 meeting in
2 years
Ruth Ann Gregg 2 Resident Not applicable
Lisa Cataldo-3 Working artist Missed 2 meetings in
Absher 2 years
Muffy Clark Gill 4 Working artist Missed 1 meeting in
2 years
Paul Gower 4 Working Artist Missed 1 meeting in
2 years
Adele Hackerman 2 Retired Art n/a
Educator/Historian/ Artist
1
Result
Resigned from
consideration
due to residential
move to Lee
County
Reappointment
Not selected
Reappointment
Reappointment
Reappointment
Not selected
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Madison Bird. Office of the County Attorney'
DATE: N,larch 7. 2025
AI'PLICANT:
Caitlin Jane French
7025 Siena Club Circle. Unit 6205
Naples, FL 34113
APPLYINC FOR: Public Art Committcc
We has lbur seats expiring in April on the above rel'erenced advisory committee. The vacancies were
advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OFI'ICE: Attn: IVIclanie Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a regislered voter in Collier County. and in u'hat commissioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: I
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: John Mellekv
An application is attached for your review, Please let me know. in utiting, the recommendation for
appointmcnt to the advisory committee, In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83, your
recommendation must be provided within 4l days of the above date. Your recommendation memo
should include:
_'l'he names ofall applicants considered fbr the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or uon-appointment.
_ The category or area ofqualiiication the applicant is to be appointed in.
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llthe applicamt is a reappointment, please include attendance records lbr the past t\4.o years.
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOII: Attn: Madison Bird
X fnis applicant is not recommended lor appointment. -OR-
-
This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached, please
prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
Ifyou have any questions^ please call me ar 252-9123. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, F[ 34112
(239) 2sZ-8400
Application was received o 03/06/2025 10:10:05 AM
Name: Caitlin Ja ne French
Email Address: caitlinianefrench@gmail.com
Home Address: Sierra Grande Apartments,7025 Sierra Club Circle, Apartment 5205
City/zip Code: Naples, 34113
Primary Phone: 501-944-4293
Secondary Phone:
Board or Committee: Public Art Committee
Category (if Applicable):
Place of Employment? Revs lnstitute, 2500 South Horseshoe Drive, Naples, Florida 34104
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
How many years have you lived in Collier County? 1-2
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County? I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
recommendations made by this advisory board? No
Are you a retistered voter in Collier County? Yes
Oo you currently hold an elected office? No
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Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
Please list your community activities and positions held: New to community.
Education: Long lsland University, Brookville, NY Graduated: May 14, 2024 Concentration: Certificate of
Advanced Study in Archives and Records Management Long lsland University, Brookville, NY Graduated:
May 5, 2023 Concentration: Master's in Library and lnformation Science Sarah Lawrence College,
Bronxville, NY Graduated: May 14,2021Concentration: B.A. in Art History and Creative Writing
Experience / Background: Long lsland University, Brookville, NY Graduated: May !4,2024
Concentration: Certificate of Advanced Study in Archives and Records Management Long lsland
University, Brookville, NY Graduated: May 5, 2023 Concentration: Master's in Library and lnformation
Science Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, Ny Graduated: May 14,2O2L Concentration: B.A. in Art
H istory and Creative Writing
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f ROM: Ivladison Uild. Of]lce of thc (lountv Attornev
DA'I'E: .lunc 1). 2015
API'LICANT:
Adele "Dale" Hackerman
8791 Muirfield Drive
Naples, FL 34l09
z\PPI,YINC FOR: Public Art Committcc
There are lour vacant seats on the above referenced advisory commiltee. The vacancies were advertised
and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO lil.F,,CTIONS OFFICIi: Attn: Melanie \\'ain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a regislered voter in Collier County, and in what commissioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes ConrmissionDistrict: 2
TO S'I'AFF LIAISON: Attn: John Mellekv
An application is attached for your review. Please let me know, in writing, the recommendation lor
appointment to the advisory committee. ln accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83, your
recommendation must be provided within 4l days of the above date. Your recommendation memo
should include:
_ The names of all applicants considered lbr the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ Ilthe applicant is a reappointment. please include attendance records for the past two years
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOR: Attn: Madison Bird
X fni. applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-
-
T'his applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached, please
prepare an agenda item for the ncxt available BCC agenda.
lf you have any questions, please call me at ?52-8123. Thank you for your attcntion to this matter
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
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Advisory Board Application Form
Co[[ier County Government
3299 TamiamiTrai[ East, Suite 800
Naples, FL34112
(239) 252-8400
Apptication was received on:06/03/2025 10:33:10 PM
Name: Adele "Dale" Hackerman
Email Address: d h ac ke rm a n@c om c a st. net
Home Address: 8791 Muir{ield Dr.
City lZip Code: Naptes, 341 09
Primary Phone: 609-828-3765
Secondary Phone:
Board or Committee: Pubtic Art Committee
Category (if Appticabte):
Place of Employment? Retired - Art History
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
How many years have you lived in Coltier County? 5-10
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Coltier County? I am a year-round
resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminat offense (any levet felony or first
degree misdemeanor onty)? No
Woutd you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from
decisions or recommendations made bythis advisory board? Yes
lf yes, Please Explain: I have been giving tectures in Naples on various art topics
deating with pubtic art, fashion, and logo design to name a few,l also have a strong
background in advertising and commerciaI art as well.
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Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
Do you currentty hotd an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee?
No
Ptease tist your community activities and positions hetd:
Education: AA Fashion lnstitute technology New York City, BFA from the University o,
the arts in Phitadetphia, Tempte University foundation studies regarding art, Master of
Education from Rutgers University. Please see betow, l'm doing this on my phone and
it's a tittte difficutt to type everything here.
Experience / Background: AA Fashion lnstitute technology New York City, BFA from the
University of the arts in Phitadetphia, Tempte University foundation studies regarding
art, Master of Education from Rutgers University, Please see below, l'm doing this on
my phone and it's a tittte difficult to type everything here.
(Betow was added from an emaiI sent in with the apptication)
Education
1979-82 Rutgers University, Camden, NJ, MEd
1971-73 University of the Arts, Phitadetphia, Pa., BFA
1969-71 Fashion lnstitute ofTechnotogy, New York, NY AS
1968-69 Tempte University Tyter Schoot of Art, Phita. Pa., Foundation Studies
Emptoyment
19771a2011
I was chair of the Fine and Performing Arts department at Bishop Eustace
Preparatory Schoot, Pennsauken, NJ and I was responsib[e for monitoring the
instruction of the music and art teachers. I have served on three Middte
States committees and I taught Art History.
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1984 '!986 Kubic Mattbie Assoeiales, Mount Laulel, Newlelsey
I worked part-time white teaching. They design and fabricate exhibits for museums and
corporations wortdwide. Some of their famous c[ients incLude the BasebaLt Hat[ of Fame,
cooperstown, NY the Franktin lnstitute, PhiLadetphia, Pa., and the Hotocaust l.4useum,
Washington, DC. During my emptoyment at I'lattbie Associates, one of my projects was to
work on the design of an exhibit for Cooper Hospital, Camden, NJ. I atso coordinated trade
show exhibits.
19Z6{ 980 Jou rn al of lnleEallrsna t Physicia n s, C he rry HiU, N eu/lcrsey
I was in charge of att design and production activities for this medicatjournaL.
1 973{ 976 The Bal,aGroupjhllade,tp[ia, Penosylyania
As art director, I was responsibte for extensive ctient contact and interpretation of
advertising needs. I was accountabte for the development of various marketing and
advertising campaigns.
I have provided ctients with sophisticated graphic design and iLlustration sotutions ranging
from Logo design, print and ontine advertising, to packaging concepts.
Pubtished
National Catholic Reporter, September 2, 2011 issue articte on the importance of Art
History being integrat to the Cathotic high schoot curricu[um.
Exhibitions
My paintings have been shown in the fottowing locations: Wheaton
Vittage, Mittvitte, NJ, The Markeim Art Center, Haddonfietd, NJ, Frank Miete Fotk
Art Gattery, NY NY and the Modern Muse Art Fair, Miami, Florida, where lwon first
ptace in
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an art exhibit. My representational and abstract artwork can be found in private
coUections.
Professional Recognition as an Artist
One of my weathervane paintings is in the permanent cotlection of the
Massachusetts
Historical Society, Boston. lt depicts the 1716 weathervane by Shem Drowne, /ndtan
Archer, one of the oldest weathervanes in America.
The Virginia HistoricaI Society, Richmond, owns my painting of the weathervane
Dove of
Peace, designed by George Washington for Mt. Vernon, 1787.
Princeton University, owns my depiction of their famous Elongated Tiger
weathervane.
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ADVISORY COMMITTf, E APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Wanda Rodrigucz. Office of the Countl, Attorney
DAI E: Irebruary 1 0. 2025
AI'I'I,I(]A\T:
Nora Sharpe Beyrent
782 97'h Ave. N.
Naples. FL 34108
AI'l'l,YIN(l FOI{: I'}LLblic Afi Comnrittee
We currently have several vacancies on the above referenced advisory committee. The
vacancies were advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee w-ere asked to
submit an application for consideration.
I O IILECTIO:\lS OFFICIi: Attn: lllelanic Wain
Please contlrm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collicr County, and in what
commissioner district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 2
'l O S't Al t LI/\ISON: Arrn: ,lohn Nlcllckv
An application is attached ibr your review. Please let me know, in writing, the recommendatiorr
for appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83. your
recommendation must be provided rrvithin 4l days of the above date. Your rccommcndation
mcrno should include:
_ The names ofall applicants considered lbr the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ Ii the applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two
years.
I'O ADVISORY BOAltl) COORDINATOI{: Attn: N{adison llird
_ This applicant is not recommended lor appointment. -OR-_x_ This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached,
please prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
lf you have any questions. please call ne at 252-2939. Thank you for your artention to this matter.
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 2s2-8400
Application was received o O2/O912025 04:26:48 PM
Name: Nora Sha rpe Beyrent
Email Ad d ress:
City/zip Code: N a ples, 34108
Primary Phone: 646'358-2531
Secondary Phone: 646-358'2 531
Board or Committee: Public Art Committee
Category (if Applicable): Working Artist
Place of Employment?
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
How many years have you lived in Collier County? More than 15
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County? I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
recommendations made by this advisory board? Yes
lf yes, Please Explain: I am a working a rtist. I own a studio/gallery at 1819 J and C Blvd. lam a member
of the Naples Art District lnc. (501c3 non profit)
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
Home Address: 782 97lh Avenue North
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Do you currently hold an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? Yes
lf yes, please list the boards / committees: Public Art Committee (the past 2 years)
Please list your community activities and positions held: Member and current Chair of the Collier
County Public Art Committee. r2023-2025J. Executive Board Member of the Naples Art District lnc (2018-
2024) Executive Board Member ofTOAST (TriBeCa Open Artist Studio Toud (2015-2018) Executive Board
Member of BAMRA (Bleecker Area Merchants and Residents Association) (2014-2017)
Education: BA Music (Performance Violin) Rollins College Class of 2000 Fine Arts Certificate, Parsons
New School 2007 MFA (Painting) School ofVisual Arts Class of 2011
Experience / Background: BA Music (Performance Violin) Rollins College Class of 2000 Fine Arts
Certificate, Parsons New School 2007 MFA (Painting) School of Visual Arts Class of 2011
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Madison Bird, Office of the County Attorney
DATEr February 18,2025
API'I,ICANT:
APPLYING FOR: Public Art Committee
We has four seats expiring in April on the above referenced advisory committee. The vacancies were
adve(ised and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO EI-ECTIONS OFFICFI,: Attn: Melanie Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what commissioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 2
TO STAFF LIAISON: Attn: ,Iohn Mellekv
An application is attached lbr your review. Please lct 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 4l days of the above date. Your recommendation memo
should include:
_ The names ofall applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ Ifthe applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two years.
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINA'I'OR: Attn: Madison Bird
X This applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-
_ This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached, please
prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
If you have any questions, please call me a|252-8123. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
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Ruth Ann Gregg
15130 Palmer Lake Circle, Unit 103
Naples, FL 34109
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on:02/14/2025 05:39:18 PM
Name: Ruth Ann Gregg
EmailAdd ress: rutha n n.s @smail.com
Home Address: 15130 Palmer Lake Circle, Unit 103
City/Zip Code: Naples, 34109
Primary Phone: 470-287 -7933
Secondary Phone:
Board or Committee: Public Art Committee
Category (if Applicable):
Place of Employment?
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
How many years have you lived in Collier County? 3-4
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Collier Cou nty? I am a yea r-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Would 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 Collier County? Yes
Do you currently hold an elected office? No
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Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? No
Please list your community activities and positions held: lMember of the Conservancy of Southwest
Florida, Purses to Portfolios Volunteer, Blood Bank Lifesaver, Ronald McDonald House Volunteer, and
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer.
Education: MBA from Pennsylvania State University and B,S, from Widener University
Experience / Background: MBA from Pennsylvania State University and B.S. from Widener llniversity
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ADVIS0RY CON,I M ITTEE API'LICA\I'
IIOUTIN(; M EN,IORANI)T]NI
FROM: Madison Bird, Office of the County Attomey
DATE: April 4,2025
APPLICANT:
Lisa Cataldo-Absher
5871 Spanish Oaks Lane
Naples, FL 34119
API'l,YING FOll: I)ublic Art Conrmittee
We has four seats expiring in April on the above referenced advisory committee. The vacancies were
advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application fbr
consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OFFICE: Attn: Melanie Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what commissioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 3
An application is attached lor your review. Please let me know. in r,r.riting. the recommendation lor
appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83. your
recommendation must be provided within 4l days of the abovc date, Your recommendation memo
should include:
_ The names olall applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ lf the applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records lor the past two years
TO ADVISORY BOARD COORDINATOII.: Attn: Madison Bird
_ This applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-
X fnis applicant is recommended lbr appointment. A recommendation memo is attached, plcase
prepare an agenda item lor the next available BCC agenda.
lf you have any questions, please call me al252-8123. Thank you for your attention to this matter
01 :02t
TO STAFF LIAISOn-: Attn: .Iohn Mcllekv
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Advisory Board Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, F[ 34112
(239) 252-8400
Application was received on:0410212025 06:44:44 PM
Name: Lisa Cata ldo-Abshe r
Email Add ress: lisa bsma il(osma il,com
Home Address: 5871 Spanish Oaks Lane
City/Zip Code: Na ples, 34119
Primary Phone: 239-595-1040
Secondary Phone:
Board or Committee: Public Art Committee
Category (if Applicable):
Place of Employment? Absher Design Group lnc.
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
How many years have you lived in Collier County? More than 15
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County? I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Would 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 Collier County? Yes
Do you currently hold an elected office? No
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oo you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? Yes
lf yes, please list the boards / committees: Public Arts Committee
Please list your community activities and positions held: Oakes Advisory Committee
Education: FGCU BA Studio Arts - 2023
Experience / Background: FGCU BA Studio Arts - 2023
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ADVISORY COMM ITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING }1 E]\IOIIANDTJM
FIt()Nl: \\'anda l{odriguez. Of'lice ol tlre (loulit\' .,\ttorncv
DATI1: FebnLar1, l0. 2025
API'I,ICANT:
Ma(ha C. Gill
1006 Ridge Street
Naplcs, FL 3.1103
APPLYING FOR: Public Art Committee
We currently have several vacancies on lhe above referenced advisory committee. The
lacancies were advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee rvere asked to
submit an application for consideration.
1'O LLL(ITIONS OF t t(ll'l: i\ttn: )lelanie \\'ain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County. and in what
commissioner district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 4
'IO SI'AFF LIAISON: Attn: John Nlellckv
An application is attached lor your revieu'. Plcase let me know. in writing. the recommcndaliot'r
Ibr appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83. your
recommcndation must bc provided within 4l days of the above date. Your recommendation
memo should include:
_ The names ofall applicants considered lor the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_'lhe category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ If the applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records for the past two
years.
l O AI)VISORY BOAll.D COORDINATOII: Attn: Madison tlird
_ This applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-
_x_'l'his applicant is recommended for appointmcnt. A recommcndation memo is attached,
please prepare an agenda item lor the next available BCC agenda.
lfyou have any questions. please call rne at 252-2939. Thank you for your attention to this matler
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Advisory Boa rd Application Form
Collier County Government
3299 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 800
Naples, FL 34u2
(239) 2s2-8400
Application was received on:02/09/2025 09:37:56 PM
Name: Martha C. GILL
Emai Address:
Home Address: 1006 Ridge Street
City/Zip Code: NAP LES, 34103
Prima ry Phone: 239-253-8827
Secondary Phone : 239-404-8499
Board or Committee: Public Art Committee
Category (if Applicable): Working Artist
Place of Employment? SELF
Do you or your employer do business with the County? No
How many years have you lived in Collier County? More than 15
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Collier County? I am a year-round resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any level felony or first degree
misdemeanor only)? No
Would you and/or any organizations with which you are affiliated benefit from decisions or
recommendations made by this advisory board? Yes
lf yes, Please Explain: I AM A WORKING ARTIST AND A MEMBER OF FRIENDS OF ARTIS-NAPLEs, NAPLES
BOTANICAL GARDEN, UNITED ARTS COLLIER, AND NAPTES ART INSTITUTE
Are you a registered voter in Collier County? Yes
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Do you currently hold an elected office? No
Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee? Yes
lf yes, please list the boards / committees: PUBLICARTCOMMITTEE
Please list your community activities and positions held: FORMER BOARD M EMBER, UNITED ARTS
COUNCIL VICE PRESIDE NT/EXH IBITIONS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION WOMEN ARTISTS FLORIDA CHAPTER
BOARD M EMBER SILK PAINTERS INTERNATIONAL NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN ARTISTS
MEM BE R
Education: BS GRAPHIC DESIGN BOSTON UNIVERSITY
Experience / Background: BS GRAPHIC DESIGN BOSTON UNIVERSITY
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICANT
ROUTING MEMORANDUM
FROM: Madison Bird. Office of the County Attomcy
DATEr March 14,2025
APPLICANT:
Paul Vemon Cower
4500 Botanical Place Circle #402
Naples, FL 34l l 2
APPLYIN(i FOR: Public Art Committee
We has four seats expiring in April on the above referenced advisory committee. The vacancies were
advertised and persons interested in serving on this committee were asked to submit an application for
consideration.
TO ELECTIONS OI'FICE: Attn: Melanie Wain
Please confirm if the above applicant is a registered voter in Collier County, and in what commrssioner
district the applicant resides.
Registered Voter: Yes Commission District: 4
TO STAFI.'LIAISON: Attn: ,Iohn Mellekv
An application is atlached fbr your review. Please let me know, in writing, the recommendation lor
appointment to the advisory committee. In accordance with Resolution No. 2006-83, your
recommendation must be provided within 4l days of the above date. Your recommendation memo
should include:
_ Thc names ofall applicants considered for the vacancy or vacancies.
_ The committee's recommendation for appointment or non-appointment.
_ The category or area ofqualification the applicant is to be appointed in.
_ Ifthe applicant is a reappointment, please include attendance records lor the past two years
TO ADVISORY BOAITD COORDINATOR: Attn: M:rdison Bird
_ This applicant is not recommended for appointment. -OR-X This applicant is recommended for appointment. A recommendation memo is attached, please
prepare an agenda item for the next available BCC agenda.
If you have any questions, please call me at 252-8123 . Thank you lor your attention to this matter.
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Advisory Board Apptication Form
Cotlier County Government
3299 TamiamiTrait East, Suite 800
Naples, FL34112
(239) 2s2-8400
Application was received ont 0311212025 02:51 :46 PM
Name: PauI Vernon Gower
EmaiI Address: pau lvgowe r@gm ait.com
Home Address:4500 Botanicat Ptace Circte Apt 402
City/Zip Code: Naptes, 341 12
Primary Phoner 51 8-421-31 45
Secondary Phone:
Board or Gommittee: Pubtic Art Committee
Category (if Appticabte): Committee member
Place of Employment? Retired
Do you or your emptoyer do business with the Gounty? No
How many years have you tived in Cottier County? 5-10
Home many months out of the year do you reside in Cotlier County? I am a year-round
resident
Have you been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offense (any Level 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 Collier County? Yes
Do you currentl.y hotd an elected office? No
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Do you now serve, or have you ever served on a Collier County board or committee?
Yes
lf yes, ptease list the boards / committees: Public Art Committee
Education: Hudson Valtey Community Cottege / Renssetaer County Council for the
Arts, Troy, N.Y. State University Cottege at Potsdam, Potsdam, N.Y. Junior Cottege of
Atbany, Russell Sage Cottege, Atbany, N.Y, The Arts CounciI of the Capitat Region,
Hudson Va[[ey Gommunity Cottege, SUNI Troy, N.Y, Additionat Workshops: Raku
Workshop: Richard Hirsch; Troy, N.Y. Wheet Throwing Workshop: Michaet Ryan; Troy,
NY. Pipe Sculpture Workshop: Jerry Captan; Logan, Oh. Handbuitding Ctay, Center for
the Arts Bonita Springs, Bonita, Ftorida
Experience / Background: Hudson Vattey Community Cottege / Renssetaer County
Council for the Arts, Troy, N.Y. State University Cottege at Potsdam, Potsdam, N.Y.
,unior Cottege of Atbany, Russett Sage College, Atbany, N.Y. The Arts CounciI of the
Capital Region, Hudson Valtey Community College, SUNY, Troy, N.Y, Additionat
Workshops: Raku Workshop: Richard Hirsch; Troy, N.Y, Wheet Throwing Workshop:
Michaet Ryan;Troy, N.Y. Pipe Sculpture Workshop: Jerry Captan; Logan, Oh.
Handbuitding Clay, Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, Bonita, Ftorida
Please [ist your community activities and positions held: Volunteer, Empty Bowls
Naptes-Resident Artist; Votunteer, Naptes Art Association-Hospitatity Committee Co-
Chair, Sates Ga[]ery assistant, Public art event assistant; Votunteer, Marco lsland
Center for the Arts- Sales gattery.
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Public Art Committee
04/12/25 2 Years
Working Artist
4District:
Category:
VACANT VACANT
Naples, FL
E-Mail:
04/12/25 2 Years
Working Artist
2District:
Category:
VACANT VACANT
Naples, FL
E-Mail:
04/12/25 2 Years
Working Artist
3District:
Category:
VACANT VACANT
Naples, FL
E-Mail:
2/25/25 04/12/26 1 Year
155 Bristol Lane, Unit B
Art Organization
4District:
Category:
Ms. Kristen Kerwin
Naples, FL 34112
(239) 325-1368
E-Mail:kkerwin@naplesgarden.org
2/25/25 4/12/26 1 Year
15940 Los Olivos Lane
Arts Fair Producer
2District:
Category:
Ms. Maureen Roberts
Naples, FL 34110
(484) 678-8106
E-Mail:robertren353@gmail.com
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Public Art Committee
04/12/25 2 Years
Working Artist
4District:
Category:
VACANT VACANT
Naples, FL
E-Mail:
2/25/25 4/12/26 1 Year
2127 Grove Drive
Working Artist
5District:
Category:
Ms. Tamara DeCaro
Naples, FL 34120
(239) 200-3210
E-Mail:tammydecaroart@gmail.com
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Name Home Phone
Appt'd Exp. Date Term
DateRe-appt 2ndExpDate 2nd Term
Work Phone
Public Art Committee
This seven member committee was established by Ordinance No. 21-49, to serve as a forum for
advancing public art in Collier County, and to make recommendations to the Board of County
Commissioners in matters relating to public art policies, issues, programs, and plans for the
benefit of the citizens of Collier County. Membership shall be comprised of persons with
knowledge of and appreciation for the visual arts, with preference given to members of local arts
organizations, architects, planners, and working artists. Terms shall be for two years.
John Melleky, Arts & Culture Manager: 252-6293Staff:
FL STAT:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _____
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, REAPPOINTING NORA BEYRENT,
LISA CATALDO-ABSHER, MUFFY GILL AND PAUL GOWER TO
THE PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE.
WHEREAS, on December 14, 2021, the Board of County Commissioners adopted
Ordinance No. 21-49, establishing the Public Art Committee as a seven-member committee to
serve as a forum for advancing public art in Collier County and to make recommendations to the
Board of County Commissioners in matters relating to public art policies; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 21-49 sets forth the appointment process for the Committee,
the terms of office, and the categories of representation required of its membership; and
WHEREAS, there are four vacant seats on the Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Board previously provided public notice soliciting applications from
interested parties; and
WHEREAS, the Committee has provided the Board with its recommendations for
appointment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that NORA BEYRENT, LISA
CATALDO-ABSHER, MUFFY GILL and PAUL GOWER, all in the category of Working
Artist, are hereby reappointed to the Public Art Committee, each to serve the remainder of a
vacant term expiring on April 12, 2027.
THIS RESOLUTION ADOPTED upon majority vote on this the 10th day of November,
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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