Minutes 03/21/2012r ;
March 21, 2012
Q MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF COLLIER COUNTY
HISTORICAUARCHAEOLOGICAL PRESERVATION BOARD
Naples, Florida, March 21, 2012
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LET IT BE REMEMBERED, that the Collier County Historical /Archaeological
Preservation Board in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business
herein, met on this date at 9:15 AM in REGULAR SESSION in Conference
Room #610 at the Collier County Growth Management Division — Planning and
Regulation Building, 2800 N. Horseshoe Drive, Naples, Florida with the
following members present:
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CHAIRMAN: Craig Woodward (tele- conference)
VICE CHAIRMAN: William Dempsey (excused)
Matthew Betz
Patricia Huff
Sharon Kenny
Elizabeth Perdichizzi
Rich Taylor (excused)
ALSO PRESENT: Ray Bellows, Planning Manager — Zoning Services
Fred Reischl, Staff Liaison, Growth Management Division
Glenda Smith, Budget Analyst
Cindy Penney, Customer Service Spetftigtrm:
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I. Roll Call/Attendance
Sharon Kenny called the meeting to order at 9:19 A. M. Roll call was taken and a
quorum established.
Sharon Kenny moved to recommend allowing Craig Woodward to attend the
meeting via tele- conference. Second by Elizabeth Perdichizzi. Carried
unanimously, 4 -0.
Craig Woodward moved to allow Sharon Kenny to run the meeting. Second by
Elizabeth Perdichizzi. Carried unanimously, 5-0.
II. Addenda to the Agenda - NONE
III. Approval of the Agenda
Craig Woodward moved to approve the Agenda. Second by Patricia Huff.
Carried unanimously, 5-0.
IV. Approval of Minutes — February 15, 2012
Correction — Page 5 item IX, line 5 spelling- Tommie Barfield
Elizabeth Perdichizzi moved to approve the minutes of February 15, 2012, as
amended Second by Patricia Huff. Carried unanimously, 5 -0.
V. Old Business:
A. Chokoloskee Island Update
Ray Bellows announced Assistant County Attorney Steve Williams was not
able to be present to provide the update. However, Patricia Huff had some
information to share.
Patricia Huff noted, to the best of her knowledge, two extensions through
March 13 and March 27 had been granted to the developers to pave the road.
Equipment was there on the site and the road was being leveled, but not paved
and not widened. Detour signs had been erected, directing people to the
Smallwood Store.
Assistant County Attorney Steve Williams had indicated to her, a settlement
was hoped for before next week.
She will keep the Board informed if any additional progress is made.
She stated no compensation to the Smallwood Store owners was part of the
settlement and fund raisers were going on. She asked about work on the
property needing an archaeological assessment for any excavation of the site,
as stated in the November 16, 2011 minutes.
Ray Bellows will see to providing notice to have an archaeologist on premise
if any excavation was occurring, such as digging for the road.
Discussion followed on the enforcement of the order by the Judge in the case;
and, the legal status of the road - (public or private).
Ray Bellows will check with Attorney Williams and e -mail answers to the HAPB.
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B. Horse Creek Estates Update
Fred Reischl distributed a copy of the draft language for the Historical
Marker that will go at the entrance to the Gopher Tortoise Preserve area as
ordered by the Special Treatment permit.
Patricia Huff will add the site to the Historic Guide.
Matthew Betz provided explanation of the exact location and directions to
Old Tamiami Trail area of Horse Creek Estates.
Discussion followed on the historic information and re- configuration that had
been done on Tamiami Trail over the years.
Craig Woodward suggested the HAPB work on improvement to the
historical information language and accurate dates. Some title work on the
area could be found in the Public Records. Updates will be provided at the
next meeting.
Fred Reischl stated a road vacation process dedicated road access to the
owners of the properties.
Patricia Huff mentioned a PBS program on the history of the Tamiami Trail
through its eastern segment was being planned. She will be meeting with
representatives and will make inquiries about any relevant information.
Craig Woodward cited a site visit before putting the information in the
Historic Guide to be sure access and parking would be feasible for visitors.
Sharon Kenny inquired about information on the changes to the Trail since
the 1960's.
Fred Reischl will do a site visit before next meeting, e -mail the Board copies of
the map and research available on the Tamiami Trail in County records.
C. Old Marco Inn Update
Ray Bellows reported the architect planning the reconstruction at the Old
Marco Inn had not submitted the Certificate of Appropriateness.
Craig Woodward had scanned photos of the interior of the Inn and sent them
to the restaurant owners. He sent copies of the relative parts of the County's
Ordinance to the City of Marco planners dealing with land use for the City.
He had not heard back from either of them.
Ray Bellows will contact then\n for an update on their intentions.
Elizabeth Perdichizzi will send Ray Bellows information she had gathered
on the owners of the Old Marco Inn and Ray will copy the rest of the Board.
D. Revisions to the Historic Guide
Patricia Huff noted some additions and corrections need to be completed and
the website needed updating. She requested any changes to be sent to her next
week for finalization of the Guide.
Craig Woodward suggested a deadline be put on the project with the date put
on the Brochure. The Guide and the website could be updated every 3 to 5 years.
Patricia Huff agreed that April 30 would be the appropriate date. She asked
everyone to check the Brochure Guide and website for any final adjustments.
She also reported the United Arts Council would not be a viable source of
funding for the printing. They are a non - profit entity for members only.
HAPB did not meet their criteria.
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E. Discussion of Everglades City walking tour for APA FL State Conference
Fred Reischl reported on the Conference Committee Workshop's progress
and the excitement over the mobile tours planned. Patricia Huff had agreed
to conduct the Everglades City walking tour. Penny Phillipi will conduct the
Immokalee segment. Fifty people were expected to take the tour.
Patricia Huff stated the Punta Gorda Tour, with its rebuilt city will be of
interest on how a city rebuilds after a hurricane.
She was looking for a person to lead the bus tour from the Waldorf Astoria to
Immokalee, who could provide information about the Collier County area.
Craig Woodward suggested Fred Thomas of Immokalee as a knowledgeable
speaker.
Fred Reischl said there would also be a tour of Naples 5t' and 3rd St areas.
Ray Bellows suggested the Guide Book should be available to participants.
Elizabeth Perdichizzi suggested the Historical Re- enactors group could have
"Tommie Barfield" give her perspective on Collier County on the ride to
Immokalee.
VI. New Business: None
VII. Public Comments: None
VIII. Board Member Announcements
Sharon Kenny suggested an Old Tamiami Trail site visit following an upcoming
meeting.
Craig Woodward announced March 23, 2012 at 6PM - Friday night movie at the
Church on the Circle in Everglades City. Two episodes of the TV program,
"Everglades" from the 1960's will be shown. Fifty -six episodes on DVD were
purchased from a Canadian company. Many areas of Collier County are featured.
Free Popcorn and coke will be served.
He also reported on the progress of the Calusa Village at the City of Marco Museum.
The monies due from the County had been moved to the City of Marco's Museum
Budget.
Patricia Huff announced Sunday March 25, 2012 at 3PM - Sun Cruise to
Fakahatchee Island, with a naturalist along to provide commentary. It includes a
walk to the top of the Island to the cemetery and reservations were required.
She also commented on the latest exhibits at the Museum of the Everglades.
Elizabeth Perdichizzi commented the Calusa room at the Marco Museum was
shaping up and would warrant a site visit in the near future.
Fred Reischl and the HAPB thanked Glenda Smith for her service and wished her
well on her retirement. He introduced Cindy Penney, Glenda's successor.
IX. Adjournment
Next Meeting Date — April 18, 2012 at 915 AM -followed by a site visit to Horse
Creek Estates.
Elizabeth Perdichizzi moved to adjourn.
unanimously, 5-0.
March 21, 2012
Second by Patricia Huj Carried
There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned
at 10:26 A.M.
Collier County Historical/Archaeological
Preservation
ctin airman, Sharon Kenny
These minutes approved by the Board/Committee on (it (Z as presented_ or
as amended