Minutes 07/21/2010
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July 21, 2010
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE
COLLIER COUNTY
HISTORIC/ARCHAEOLOGICAL PRESERVATION B<!JX:IID..................
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Naples, Florida, July 21,2010
LET IT BE REMEMBERED that the Collier County Historic/Archaeological
Preservation Board, having conducted business herein, met on this date at
9:15 AM in REGULAR SESSION in Conference Room #610, Collier County
Growth Management Division - Planning and Regulation Building, 2800 N.
Horseshoe Drive, Naples, Florida, with the following Members present:
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Fiala
Hiller
Hennin
Coyle
Coletta
CHAIRMAN:
Vice Chair:
William Dempsey
Sharon Kenny
Pam Brown (Excused)
Patricia Huff
Elizabeth Perdichizzi
Richard Taylor
Craig Woodward
ALSO PRESENT: Ray Bellows, Planning Manager - Zoning Services
Glenda Smith, Operations Analyst
e Steve Williams, Assistant County Atto~(~nt)
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Call to Order
Chairman William Dempsey called the meeting to order at 9:17 AM.
II. Roll Call
The Roll was called and a quorum was established.
III. Approval of Agenda
Changes:
. Ray Bellows requested to add the topic of "Future Presentations" as "B" under
"VI - New Business. "
Sharon Kenny moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Second by Patricia Huff.
Carried unanimously, 6-0.
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Approval of Minutes - April 21, 2010 and May 19,2010
Changes -April 21, 2010:
. Spelling corrected: Elizabeth Perdich~i (throughout document)
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Changes-May 19, 2010:
. Spelling corrected - Elizabeth Perdich~i (throughout document)
. Spelling corrected - Sharon Kenny (at signature block on Page 8)
Sharon Kenny moved to approve the Minutes of the April 21st and May ]ljh meetings
as amended. Second by Craig Woodward. Carried unanimously, 6-0.
V. Land Development Services Report .. Ray Bellows, Planning Manager, Zoning Svcs.
A. Resignation of Staff Liaison, Ashley Casserta
. Ms. Casserta transferred to the Bayshore CRA. A replacement will be hired
within the next two months, and Ray Bellows will fill-in temporarily.
VI. Old Business
A. Update: The Arlington of Naples at Lely Resort - Ray Bellows
(Copies of the Archaeological Investigation Report, dated June 2008, were
distributed to the Members.)
Ray Bellows stated the Applicant's agents, David Hurst and Richard Yovanovich,
Esq, were present to address the Members.
He cited from the Report's conclusions on Page 57:
"This assessment and subsequent monitoring during any subsurface
disturbances associated with the development of 8CR 747 and 8CR 750
should act as mitigationfor the loss of the site from pending development."
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Craig Woodward stated his office represents the Seminole Nation and, due to a
potential conflict of interest, he will not vote on this issue.
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David Hurst, Wilson-Miller, gave a brief overview of the project.
. "The Arlington" is a Continuing Care Retirement Community ("CCRC")
which will consist of 43 single-family villas and a five-story residential
facility for independent and assisted living. The facility will include a
memory care unit and a skilled nursing unit. The amenities will include a
pool, a fitness center, a club house, and restaurants.
. The recommendations of the Report to retain the services of an on-site
archaeologist will be followed, as well as applicable State and local
regulations.
Marie Carlson, Senior Vice President - Corporate Strategic Development,
Lutheran Life Communities, stated there are 5 retirement communities established
in Illinois and Indiana.
. Received phone calls from Lutheran Churches in Naples and Marco Island
. A 39-acre parcel was located within The Lely Resort
. Met with Chris Lombardo, a representative of the Seminole Tribe
. Committed to honoring "the agreement in place"
Ray Bellows stated the Site Development Plan for the project is in review and the H-
APB's comments will be taken under advisement by Staff.
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When questioned concerning an "agreement" with the Seminole Tribe, Ms. Carlson
stated there was no formal, written agreement. She met with Mr. Lombardo on behalf
of the Seminole Tribe, who indicated he supports the Project, is willing to work with
the Lutheran Life Communities, and requested to be included in the dialogue with the
archaeologist hired by the LLC.
David Hurst explained the location of the development, referencing the Site
Development Map. He stated the zone where items of potential archaeological
significance were found is located on the eastern edge of the development.
Robert Carr, Director - Archaeological and Historical Conservancy, Inc., stated:
. State Statutes require an archaeologist to be on-site when there are ground
disturbing activities which might uncover significant archaeological remains,
including human burials
. If the event that human remains are discovered, work will stop at that location
only
. The State and the Miccosukee Tribe are to be notified within 72 hours of such
discovery, as required by Statute 872.05, "Unmarked Human Graves Act"
. He recommended monitoring the site during pre-development excavation
. A fmal report will be issued concerning what was found and the work that was
done
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He noted Site 752 is a "hammock island" within the Wetlands Preserve and is the
location for re-internment of human remains. The Tribe is consulted by the State
concerning their wishes. (The location of the site is not publically identified.)
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[Background Note: The Seminoles were an alliance of Northern Florid.a and
Southern Georgia natives who banded together in the 1700's to fight European
invaders, and included people from the Creek, Miccosukee, Hitchiti, and Oconee
tribes. Today, the Seminoles are a united sovereign nation whose people .speak
two languages and have different cultural backgrounds.
The Seminole Nation has five different Florida reservations, all governed by the
same tribe.]
Any discovered artifacts will be washed, catalogued, and photographed. The final
disposition of artifacts will be at the discretion of the property owner(s). The
Conservancy encourages donations of such items to local museums.
There was discussion concerning the excavation of the site and the possible use of
limited blasting.
Chairman Dempsey calledfor a vote to support the Report. Motion carried,
5-"Yes"/1- "Abstention." Craig Woodward abstained.
(Staff will forward the Recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.)
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B. Update: Cultural Arts Village at Bayshore
(A document was distributed to the Members.)
Chairman Dempsey stated the documentation was not very helpful, i.e., dark
photograph.
Ray Bellows explained the County is the Applicant. An application was submitted
for a Waiver for the project due to the low potential for historic/archaeological sites
since the property had been significantly excavated and disturbed. The opinion of the
CRA's Staff is the bulk of the property is outside the probability area.
Tracts "F" and "0" were identified as Preserve tracts. It was noted if the Preserve is
sitting on top of the impacted area, there should be no problem to grant the Waiver.
Chairman Dempsey stated the eRA's proposition is there are no probability areas
within the boundaries of the property but the materials provided contradicted the
position. He noted it seemed as if the eastern-most portion of the property (30 to 40
feet) spilled into the probability area. He asked if that portion of the property would
be preserved.
(Comments were made off-microphone.)
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Mr. Bellows cited the official description of the project:
"The Cultural Arts Village at Bayshore is a mixed-use project within
the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Overlay comprising a
maximum of 40 residential dwelling units and 48,575 square feet for
commercial uses including retail, offices, and medical offices."
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He noted the Cultural Arts facility, which is the County's project, is included in the
total square footage.
Question: Will the portion of the site that falls within the probability area be
preserved?
Chairman Dempsey stated if the probability area portion of the site is preserved (no
excavation, digging, or grubbing), a Waiver would be appropriate. The question
needs to be resolved first.
Mr. Bellows noted Glenda Smith left to pull the large map.
(Further discussion was tabled until Ms. Smith returned.)
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VI. New Business
B. Future Presentations - Tamika Seaton, Collier Metropolitan Planning
Organization ("MPO")
(Copies of newsletter and "Save the Date" cards were distributed to the Members.)
The Members were invited to attend the Long-Range Transportation Planning
Workshop to be held on July 28th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish
Center in Naples.
. Subject: Regional Long Range Transportation Plans ("LRTPs") to 2035
. Collier and Lee MPOs are developing respective Plans for each County
. The Plan is a "blue print for the future" of the County's transportation systems
. All modes of transportation are considered (roadway, bus, rail, bicycle, air,
and pedestrian)
. Goal: to efficiently manage and operate the systems
. Coordinating with various transportation environmental agencies is ongoing
along with outreach to the community
. The proposed new town of Big Cypress (new town) and development in the
areas East of951 are included
Ms. Seaton will return to give an updated presentation to the Members in the near
future.
VI.
Old Business (Continued)
B. Update: Cultural Arts Village at Bayshore
Mr. Bellows referenced the large Site Development Plan map. He stated Trucks
Tracts "F" and "G"are located at the eastern edge of the property line. He pointed
out the areas reserved for easements, including drainage easements, and stated no
structures will be allowed in the areas. The tracts are designated for open space,
conservation, preservation, and passive recreation (i.e., walking trails). Tract "E" is
for boardwalks and public recreational use.
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Craig Woodward moved to approve the pun subject to the impacted area in TrReks
Tracts uF" and "G" remain as a Preserve. Second by Sharon Kenny. Carried
unanimously, 6-0.
(Staff willfoTWard the Recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.)
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(Chairman Dempsey left at 10: 16 AM)
(Vice Chairman Kenny continued the Meeting.)
C. Historic Brochure: Status Report - Patricia Huff
(Copies of the Brochure were distributed to the Members.)
Patricia Huff stated she incorporated the changes recommended at the last meeting
as referenced in the May 19th Minutes. She noted there are a few more revisions to be
made to Everglades City along with narrative and photographs to be provided by the
Members.
. The Collier House (page 9) is under construction. No pre-construction
picture was taken, and a search will be made for an historic photograph.
. Brochure Cover
o Title was changed to "Guide to Historic Sites of Collier County"
o Logo will be revised to change from the ampersand to a diagonal line
between "Historic" and "Archaeological"
. Pages Two and Three - the mun.ber was changed
. Re: lmmokalee Cemeteries - There is limited space for the narratives
. The narrative for the Otter Mounds (page 10) will be revised.
. Indian Hill will be added
. A photograph of Pepper Ranch is important
Ms. Huff asked the Members to review the pages and provide narratives, better
addresses, and/or photographs for each location (such as Naples City Dock).
She noted the Legend (last two pages) should be updated to reflect the changes and
asked Mr. Bellows to follow-up with the County.
Suggestion: Omit "Background on the Organization" from the bulleted points on
the Brochure cover.
Suggestion: Reverse positions of the Logo and the photographs giving prominence to
the photographs and add more pictures.
Suggestion: Include references to books that people can read for additional, in-depth
infonnation (space pennitting).
New deadline: August 10,2010
Ms Huff requested members provide comments and infonnation via emaiI to Glenda
Smith and Ray Bellows who will forward the infonnation her.
Discussion ensued regarding possibly expanding the Brochure. The criteria is to
include historic sites clearly visible from roadways without including areas in private
developments.
VIT. New Business
A. Amendment - Annual Ethics Memo and Pamphlet
Mr. Bellows noted there were no substantive changes to the Code of Ethics.
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VII. Public Comments
(None)
VIII. Board Member Comments/Announcements:
. The Museum on Marco Island is open on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons.
o The Florida Cowboys exhibit photography is impressive
. Everglades City:
o Children's Art Exhibit took place
o In September, the Boy Scout Exhibit will take place
o New lights have been installed but are not yet operational
o Some of the older lights are being repaired
Next Meeting Date: (To be determined)
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned
by Order of the Vice Chairman at 10:40 AM.
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The Minutes were approved by the Board/Cpmmittee on
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