Agenda 05/27/2014 Item # 5A 5/27/2014 S.A.
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
Major Capital Improvements Planned and Proposed - $25,000+
(Contingent on Funding and All Required Permits)
Historic:
Restoration of Original Caribbean Gardens Entrance Structures ($350,000 - $500,000)
Renovate and restore the entrance structures for conversion into a museum of photos,
historic papers and documents capturing the Nehrling, Fleischmann and Tetzlaff contributions
to the property. Fully landscape the area around the structures to create a welcoming area for
guests and to serve as the starting point for botanical tours of the property.
Renovations to Signature Property Features:
Renovate and Upgrade Safari Canyon Theatre ($100,000- $150,000)
Full upgrade of all video monitors, sound and computer systems. Replace existing
canopy over educational show area. Minor rockwork in educational show area to improve
animal and staff access and interaction. (Note: $100,000 secured to date.)
Expand and Improve "Snakes Alive" Education Show Area (Less Than $100,000)
Renovate show area to accommodate greater guest numbers and to improve viewing
for young children and guest in wheelchairs. Increase shade areas for guests and educational
show animals and staff.
Improve Giraffe Exhibit and Surrounding Guest Service Areas: ($100,000- $250,000)
Re-grade sections of the exhibit to improve drainage and increase the shade structure
area for the giraffes. Improve plant and aesthetic qualities of the exhibit and giraffe feeding
area. increase seating and gathering areas for guests. Renovate restrooms. (Note:
Approximately$100,000 secured to date.)
Bank Restoration —Alligator Bay ($200,000 - $250,000)
Erosion of Alligator Bay banks has begun to compromise fencing to improve animal, staff
and guest safety. Fully restore banks in areas of the exhibit where fencing has been or will be
compromised.
Honey Badger Exhibit—Animal Holding and Exhibit Aesthetic Improvements (Cost TBD)
South African Lion—Animal Holding and Exhibit Aesthetic Improvements (Cost TBD)
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New Exhibits Added to Existing Exhibit Areas
Panther/Puma Exhibit to Replace Older Lion Exhibit ($150,000 - $250,000)(Note:
$100,000 secured to date.)
Python Exhibit to Replace Old Commissary Building ($100,000- $125,000)
Komodo Dragon Exhibit to Replace Old Commissary Building ($100,000- $150,000)
Address Current and Long Term Veterinary Care Needs
Construction of New Veterinary Hospital and Commissary ($1.5 Million+)
Miscellaneous Capital Improvements
Renovation and Equipment Replacement in Children's Play Areas (Cost TBD)
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5/27/2014 5.A.
COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 5.5.A.
Item Summary: Presentation by Jack Mulvena, Executive Director of Naples Zoo,
regarding the proposed "Gateway to Naples" project.
Meeting Date: 5/27/2014
Prepared By
Name: AlonsoHailey
Title: Operations Analyst, Public Services Division
5/12/2014 10:58:32 AM
Approved By
Name: TownsendAmanda
Title: Director-Operations Support, Public Services Division
Date: 5/12/2014 12:12:51 PM
Name: AlonsoNailey
Title: Operations Analyst,Public Services Division
Date: 5/12/2014 5:10:31 PM
Name: CarnellSteve
Title: Administrator-Public Services,Public Services Division
Date: 5/13/2014 10:37:39 AM
Name: FinnEd
Title: Management/Budget Analyst, Senior, Transportation Engineering& Construction Management
Date: 5/13/2014 3:16:56 PM
Name: KlatzkowJeff
Title: County Attorney,
Date: 5/14/2014 4:09:25 PM
Name: OchsLeo
Title: County Manager, County Managers Office
Date: 5/18/2014 1:03:23 PM
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