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Agenda 04/25/2017 Item # 2C04/25/2017 COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 2.C Item Summary: April 4, 2017 - BCC/CRA Workshop Meeting Date: 04/25/2017 Prepared by: Title: Executive Secretary to County Manager – County Manager's Office Name: MaryJo Brock 04/13/2017 2:32 PM Submitted by: Title: County Manager – County Manager's Office Name: Leo E. Ochs 04/13/2017 2:32 PM Approved By: Review: County Manager's Office MaryJo Brock County Manager Review Completed 04/13/2017 2:37 PM Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 04/25/2017 9:00 AM April 4, 2017 1 MINUTES OF THE COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WORKSHOP MEETING Naples, Florida, April 4, 2017 LET IT BE REMEMBERED the Board of County Commissioners in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 1:00 PM in a WORKSHOP SESSION in Building “F” of the Government Complex, Naples, Florida with the Following members present: Chairman: Penny Taylor Vice Chairman: Andy Solis Donna Fiala Burt L. Saunders William L. McDaniel, Jr. ALSO PRESENT: Leo Ochs, County Manager Nick Casalanguida, Deputy County Manager Jeff Klatzkow, County Attorney Troy Miller, TV Operations Manager Tim Durham, Executive Manager, Corporate Business Operations Michelle Arnold, Director, Public Transit & Neighborhood Enhancement April 4, 2017 2 Any persons in need of the verbatim record of the meeting may request a copy of the video recording from the Collier County Communications and Customer Relations Department or view online. 1. Pledge of Allegiance Chairman Taylor called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 2. Workshop Topics CRA (Community Redevelopment Area) and MSTU’s (Municipal Service Taxing Unit) 2.1 Staff Presentations Mr. Durham presented the PowerPoint” Collier County CRA Workshop” dated April 4, 2017 noting: In 1969, the Legislature created the Community Redevelopment Agency concept as an avenue to address “blighted or “slum” areas. The CRA’s utilize Tax Incremental Funding (revenue that may only be spent in the area where it is collected) Collier County created their CRA’s in 2000. During 2017, legislation was proposed in an attempt to create more transparency and accountability for the CRA’s, with some even proposing phasing out the program by the year 2037. Recently it has been determined the concept will remain viable and not phased out. The CRA’s are managed by an Advisory Board and are under the direction of the County Manager. The County is creating a new position for a CRA Director and filling it with a qualified individual whose function will be to oversee the entities. 2.2 Immokalee CRA Advisory Board & MSTU Staff: Christine Betancourt, Interim Operations Manager; James Sainvilus, Project Manager, Immokalee CRA Advisory Board Members: Frank Nappo, Ski Olesky, Estil Null, Michael Facundo, and Andrea Halman; MSTU Advisory Committee Members: Cherryle Thomas, William Deyo and Norma Garcia. Ms. Arnold provided an update on the CRA/MSTU noting: The CRA works in conjunction with the MSTU who addresses landscaping, streetscape and stormwater improvements in the area. Recent events include the designation of an area known as a “Promise Zone” and “Rural Area of Opportunities” New Market sidewalk improvements, Lorenzo façade improvements, the Boys and Girls Club, and input on LDC amendments, such as mobile home parks. Ongoing endeavors include Main Street pedestrian safety and sidewalk improvements (i.e. 9th St., Eustis Ave.), the St. Mathews Thrift Store, a new branch for the 5th Third Bank, the Culinary Institute Campus, restructure façade improvement program, etc. In 2017 the focus includes updating the Stormwater Master Plan and Economic Development Plan, marketing efforts, refurbishing the “Welcome to Immokalee” sign and Lake Trafford Pier and erosion control improvements.  Future priorities include the sidewalk improvements at the Lake Trafford Elementary School area and identifying an alternative to the West of State Road 29 evacuation route.  A roundabout for State Road 28 is scheduled for FY18/19. Ms. Thomas, MSTU Board Member noted the MSTU is focusing on lighting upgrades and area beautification, improving communications with FDOT, awaiting CC Sheriff’s Office recommendations from a report on security lighting in the area and addressing stormwater issues. The FDOT sign redesign project is underway with a scheduled completion of FY19. April 4, 2017 3 Danny Gonzales, Immokalee Chamber of Commerce noted they coordinate with the organizations to provide input on the economic development plan and coordinate with the CRA/MSTU on projects. Mobile Home Park LDC amendment Discussion occurred on improvements to mobile home parks following the amendment to the Land Development Code, which is designed to facilitate upgrades. Those present noted there has been no movement in the improvements and the issue is not only aesthetic, but also a direct threat to life and safety given the conditions of some of the homes. Some BCC Members noted, it might be necessary to institute a timeline for the improvements, followed by a sunset date for the work to be completed. Commissioner McDaniel reported the amendment was recently adopted and it may take time for the owners to act. He will research the issue and provide a report back to the Board. 2.3 Bayshore/Gateway Triangle CRA Advisory Board & MSTU Staff: Shirley Garcia, Operations Coordinator; Bayshore/Gateway Triangle CRA Advisory Board Members: Peter Dvorak, Ron Kezeske, Karen Beatty, Larry Ingram and Chuck Gunther. MSTU Member: Maurice Gutierrez. Haldeman Creek MSTU Advisory Committee Member: Roy Wilson. Ms. Arnold provided an update on the CRA noting: The CRA includes a Beautification MSTU responsible for the streetscape, lighting and landscape improvements and the Haldeman Creek MSTU which oversees dredging and general maintenance of the creek. A major ongoing project is the redevelopment of 5.27 acres east of the Apex of Davis Blvd. and US41 where a $250,000,000 project is proposed to house retail, hotel, restaurants, a cinema, etc. New projects on the horizon include a microbrewery, food truck park, the Garden School, marina redevelopment, etc. The BGT/CRA loan was restructured to eliminate a 2018 balloon payment and allow more favorable credit terms reducing the annual debt service due the financier. In 2017 priorities will include updating the redevelopment plan (in process of selecting a consultant), a parking analysis for Bayshore Dr., replacing street banners, marketing incentives, issuing a Request for Proposal on the 17 acres of land for sale which should be a major development catalyst for the area. They continue to promote development of the pathway to Sugden Park, which may be linked to development of the 17-acre parcel. Other activities include studying any vacant lots that may be available for off street parking without substantially altering the character of the area. Discussion occurred on: Any assistance the BCC could provide with Members noting that infrastructure improvements are the key to stimulating redevelopment in the area - The BCC noted it would be beneficial to add the area to the East Trail Corridor study.  Concerned properties will be sold to corporate franchises altering the character of the area - The BCC recommended the CRA/MSTU take a proactive approach with existing owners to determine avenues available to ensure the area maintains its’ character following the sale of land. Haldeman Creek MSTU April 4, 2017 4 Mr. Wilson reported:  The area is a combination of natural and man-made environment.  The main function of the MSTU is to oversee dredging of the area and provide general maintenance activities.  In 2006, the area was dredged at a cost of $2.6M and in 2007, the MSTU was formed and is currently comprised of 550 taxing units with annual revenue of $55,000 - $60,000. Two main issues are the short-term focus of the unit, maintanenance of the docks, and vegetation encroachment. A draft ordinance was previously prepared to address the issues and the effort needs to be reinstituted. There are funds of $350,000 currently available for dredging and a survey of the area is underway to determine future dredge requirements and the cost associated with the activity. CRA Oversight Discussion occurred whether an investigation should occur on the feasibility of transferring responsibility for oversight of the entities from the County Manager back to the BCC, as it was historically. The BCC determined no study was necessary at this time and the management structure should remain in place, especially given the County will be hiring an individual to oversee the CRA’s. 3. Public Comment None ***** There being no further business for the good of the County, the meeting was adjourned by order of the chair at 11:25 A.M. April 4, 2017 5 COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS _______________________________________ Chairman, Penny Taylor ATTEST: Dwight E. Brock, Clerk ____________________ These minutes approved by the Board/Committee on _________________ as presented________ or as amended ___________.