Agenda 12/12/2017 Item #16A29Proposed Agenda Changes
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
December 12, 2017
Continue Item 11C to the January 9, 2018 BCC Meeting: Recommendation to waive
competition as a single source vendor and award a contract to US Submergent Technologies in an
estimated amount of $1,000,000 for the removal of sand, grit and debris at the North County Water
Reclamation Facility resulting from Hurricane Irma recovery operations under Project No. 50154.
(Staff’s request)
Move Item 17M to Item 9B: Recommendation to adopt an ordinance reestablishing the
County Government Productivity Committee. (Commissioner Taylor and Commissioner
Solis’ separate requests)
Move Item 16A29 to Item 11K:
Recommendation to authorize the
publication of Collier County’s notice of
intent to utilize the uniform method of
collecting non-ad valorem assessments in
unincorporated Collier County in
accordance with F.S. 197.3632(3)(a), in
consideration and as part of the Stormwater
Utility Phase II process. (Commissioner
McDaniel’s request)
Move Item 16E14 to Item 11L: Recommendation to replace and supersede the Florida
Forestry Service Cooperators Agreement dated July 1988 with the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services with a new Memorandum of Understanding Agreement for
the statutory defined Forestry and wildfire services to include expanded mitigation services and
financial contributions (Fiscal Impact $75,000). (Commissioner McDaniel’s request)
Move Item 16C5 to Item 11M: Recommendation to approve payment in the amount of
$344,862 to Ashbritt Environmental for food services procured as a result of Hurricane Irma.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to authorize the publication of Collier County’s notice of intent to utilize the
uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments in unincorporated Collier County in
accordance with F.S. 197.3632(3)(a), in consideration and as part of the Stormwater Utility Phase II
process.
OBJECTIVE: To obtain authorization to publish notice of intent to utilize the uniform method of
collecting non-ad valorem assessments to fund stormwater management projects.
CONSIDERATIONS: On November 18, 2014, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) approved
Collier County Planning Commission’s recommendation to seek an alternate source of funding to
adequately fund Stormwater Management related initiatives and operations (Item 9.A).
On November 3, 2015, the Board of County Commissioners discussed initiating an analysis of
development of a stormwater utility during the Integrated Water Resources Management Strategy
Workshop. The purpose of a stormwater utility feasibility study is to take a detailed look at all current and
future stormwater and surface water management needs and evaluate a mechanism that would create a
dedicated restricted funding source that would support the stormwater program.
On December 8, 2015, at a regular Board of County Commissioners meeting, the Board authorized staff
to secure a consultant and begin Phase I of the stormwater utility review and analysis (Item 16.A.20). A
notice to proceed was issued on April 19, 2016, for consultant Amec Foster Wheeler Environmen t &
Infrastructure, Inc. to complete the Phase I portion of the project.
On September 27, 2016, staff along with Amec Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.
provided the Board of County Commissioners with an overview of a stormwater utility (It em 11.C). The
Board directed the County Manager to proceed with a stormwater utility feasibility study, Phase II, that
would evaluate an alternative dedicated funding source for ongoing and future Stormwater Management
related initiatives and operations; and to bring the findings of the study back to the Board for future
consideration on implementation.
On June 27, 2017, the Board of County Commissioners directed the County Manager to proceed with
Phase II of the analysis to develop and provide the necessary study and materials required to properly
make major policy decisions regarding rate structure, billing methodology, levels of service, and rate
study methodology for implementing a stormwater utility for Collier County. A notice to proceed was
issued on July 17, 2017 for consultant Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. to complete the Phase II portion
of the project.
On October 10, 2017, Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., along with county staff, presented an update
presentation on the stormwater utility phase II rate study. Board of County Commissioners directed the
County Manager to continue forward with the Phase II analysis (Item 11.B).
Florida Statute Section 197.3632(3)(a) requires the Board to adopt at a public hearing a Resolution
declaring the County’s intent to use the uniform method of collection for non-ad valorem assessments and
that notice of intent is to be published weekly for 4 consecutive weeks prior to a public hearing. This
item is asking for authorization to publish that intent. This it em will not bind or obligate the county in
any way, rather this item will allow the county to utilize the uniform method of collecting, if it is
determined by the Board of County Commissioners, to move forward with a stormwater utility fee. A
notice of intent includes the preliminary estimated range for an Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) of up
to a maximum of $130 per year.
The Notice of Intent to be published sets a public hearing for February 13, 2018 for the adoption of a
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Resolution setting forth the County’s intent to use the uniform method of collection for non-ad valorem
assessments to fund stormwater improvements. At this public hearing, the staff will also:
Provide a full and complete rate study, identifying benefits and challenges in more detail,
including the basis for an Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU), potential credits and considerations.
Share with the Board the information gathered through the Public Engagement Program.
Provide a menu of options that allow the Board to set a specific Level of Service with a fee
structure that is equitable and fair.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no anticipated fiscal impact to the County as a result of this item. Potential
fiscal impacts will be presented in a subsequent meeting in February 2018.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been approved as to form and legality and requires a
majority vote for approval. - ERP
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: This item is in accordance with the goals, objectives, and
policies of all applicable sections of the Stormwater Management and the Conservation and Coastal
Management elements of the Growth Management Plan.
RECOMMENDATION: To authorize the publication of Collier County’s notice of intent to utilize the
uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments in unincorporated Collier County in
accordance with F.S. 197.3632(3)(a), in consideration and as part of the Stormwater Utility Phase II
process.
Prepared by: Gino Santabarbara, Principal Planner, Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees and Program
Management Division
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Notice of Intent - Advertisement (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.A.29
Doc ID: 4200
Item Summary: Recommendation to authorize the publication of Collier County’s notice of intent
to utilize the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments in unincorporated Collier County
in accordance with F.S. 197.3632(3)(a), in consideration and as part of the Stormwater Utility Phase II
process.
Meeting Date: 12/12/2017
Prepared by:
Title: Senior Grants and Housing Coordinator – Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program
Management
Name: Gino Santabarbara
11/08/2017 10:22 PM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - IF, CPP & PM – Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program
Management
Name: Amy Patterson
11/08/2017 10:22 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Growth Management Department Judy Puig Level 1 Reviewer Completed 11/09/2017 2:42 PM
Capital Project Planning, Impact Fees, and Program Management Amy Patterson Additional Reviewer Completed 11/15/2017 4:29 PM
Growth Management Department James French Deputy Department Head Review Skipped 11/15/2017 7:42 PM
Growth Management Department Thaddeus Cohen Department Head Review Completed 11/17/2017 2:26 PM
Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 11/17/2017 3:19 PM
County Attorney's Office Scott Teach Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 11/21/2017 8:31 AM
Budget and Management Office Mark Isackson Additional Reviewer Completed 11/28/2017 3:21 PM
County Manager's Office Nick Casalanguida Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 11/30/2017 9:54 AM
Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 12/12/2017 9:00 AM
NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING
NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS
Collier County, Florida (the "County") hereby provides notice, pursuant to section
197.3632(3)(a), Florida Statutes, of its intent to use the uniform method of collecting non -
ad valorem special assessments to be levied within the County for the cost of providing
stormwater services, facilities and programs within the unincorporated area of the County
commencing for the Fiscal Year beginning on October 1, 2018. The County will consider
the adoption of a resolution electing to use the uniform method of collecting such
assessments authorized by section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, at a public hearing to be
held at 9 a.m. on February 13, 2018 in Board of County Commissioners Chambers, Third
Floor, Collier County Government Center, 3299 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, Florida 34112.
Such resolution will state the need for the levy and will contain a legal description of the
boundaries of the real property subject to the levy. Preliminary estimated range for an
Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) will be up to a maximum of $130 per year. Copies of
the proposed form of resolution, which contains the description of the real property subject
to the levy, may be obtained from the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners at the
Board Minutes and Records Department. All interested persons are invited to attend.
In the event any person decides to appeal any decision by the County with respect
to any matter relating to the consideration of the resolution at the above -referenced public
hearing, a record of the proceeding may be needed and in su ch an event, such person
may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the public hearing is made, which record
includes the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is to be based. In accordance
with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation or an
interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the Collier County Facilities
Management Department at 239-252-8380 at least two days prior to the date of the
hearing.
DATED this ____ day of ___________, 2017.
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COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
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