Resolution 2020-069 RESOLUTION NO. 20 - 69
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVING ANI) ADOPTING THE
MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY FOR
COLLIER COUNTY.
WHEREAS, post-disaster funding will be received more quickly by pre-identifying
mitigation projects; and
WHEREAS, communities with a mitigation plan will be entitled to receive Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program, Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program & Flood Mitigation Assistance
Grant Program funding; and
WHEREAS, substantial savings will be realized because the costs of mitigation are less
than the costs of recovery and rebuilding; and
WHEREAS, On December 14, 2004 the Board of County Commissioners approved
Resolution No. 2004-390 thereby approving the Hazard Mitigation Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Hazard Mitigation Plan will expire on April 13, 2020 and it is necessary
to approve an updated Local Mitigation Strategy in order for Collier County to continue to be
eligible to receive the aforementioned benefits.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA that the Local Mitigation Strategy,
attached as Exhibit "A" is hereby approved and adopted by reference.
}'phis Resolution adopted after motion, second and majority vote in favor of adoption this
a day of , 2020.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CRYSTAL K. KINZEL, CLERK OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
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EXHIBIT A
For
Collier County Multi‐jurisdictional
Local Mitigation Strategy
Collier County
Multi-Jurisdictional
Local Mitigation Strategy
March 31, 2020
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020
Collier County
Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
Number
Basic Plan
Topic
NOTE: Send any comments for this plan to Richard.Zyvoloski@CollierCountyFL.gov.
Attend meetings every 3rd Friday of a Qtr. Next meeting is 17 Jan 2020.
Executive Summary
Listing of Changes
Section 1
Purpose, Organization & Outreach
Section 2
Summary of Countywide Hazards and Vulnerabilities
Section 3
Mitigation Goals for the Current Planning Period
Section 4
Procedures for Prioritizing Hazard Mitigation Initiatives
Section 5
Compilation of Currently Proposed Mitigation Funding Sources
Section 6
Plan Maintenance
Annex A
Annex B
Annex C
Annex D
Annex E
Annex F
Annex G
Annex H
Annex I
Maps
Resolutions Adopting the Local Mitigation Strategy (will be here once the LMS is Approved)
Procedures to Encourage Public Involvement
Potential Grant Funding Sources
Prioritized Listing of Mitigation Action Items
Local Mitigation Strategy Meeting Minutes
Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group Membership
Project Scoring Criteria
Floodplain Management Plans
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Collier County
Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Collier County is threatened by several different types of natural, technological and man-
made hazards. These hazards endanger the health and safety of the people of the
county, jeopardize its economic vitality, and imperil the quality of the natural
environment. Because of the importance of avoiding or minimizing the County’s
vulnerability to these hazards, the public and private sector interests of Collier County
have joined together to undertake a comprehensive planning process that has
culminated in the publication of this document: “The Collier County Multi-Jurisdictional
Local Mitigation Strategy.”
This private sector and public sector partnership, named the Collier County Multi-
Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group (hereafter known as the
LMSWG), has conducted detailed studies to identify the hazards threatening Collier
County and to estimate the relative risks posed to the community by those hazards.
This information has been used by the LMSWG to assess the vulnerability of the public
facilities and neighborhoods of Collier County to the impacts of future disasters involving
those hazards. With these identified, the LMSWG has worked to identify proposed
projects and programs that will avoid or minimize these vulnerabilities to make the
communities of Collier County much more resistant to the impacts of future disasters.
These projects and programs to reduce the impacts of future disasters are also called
“mitigation initiatives” in this document. Mitigation initiatives have been developed and
will continue to be developed by the LMSWG for implementation whenever the
resources to do so become available. As the mitigation initiatives identified in this plan
are implemented, Collier County will become a more “disaster resistant” community.
This document details the work of the LMSWG over the past several years to develop
the planning organization, to undertake the needed technical analyses, and to
coordinate the mitigation initiatives that have been proposed by the participating
jurisdictions and organizations. Additionally, this strategy contains the jurisdictional
Floodplain Management Plans when required or developed. Through publication of this
Local Mitigation Strategy, the LMSWG continues to solicit the involvement of the entire
community to make the people, neighborhoods, businesses and institutions of Collier
County safer from the impacts of future disasters.
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ii SUMMARY OF CHANGES THIS PAGE WILL INDICATE WHERE CHANGES HAVE BEEN MADE BEFORE THE COLLIER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ADOPTS THE LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY ON MARCH 10, 2015. SOME ANNEXES, WHERE INDICATED, CHANGE FREQUENTLY SINCE THEY ARE A REPOSITORY OF INFORMATION BASED ON ACTIONS OF THE LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY WORKING GROUP AT PROPERLY NOTICED PUBLIC MEETINGS AND THEREFORE THE READER MUST GO TO THE ANNEX TO SEE THE MOST RECENT INFORMATION. SECTION 1 PURPOSE … CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE PARA 1.3.1 ADDED “NOTE” DIRECTED READER TO ANNEX J FOR FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT INFO. 1/26/2010 PARA 1.2.1 & PARA 1.3.1 SEE YELLOW HIGHLIGHTS NECESSARY CHANGE FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT ADOPTION 7/19/2013 SECTION 2 HIRA CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE PARA 2.5, 2.7, & 2.8.4 SEE YELLOW HIGHLIGHTS NECESSARY CHANGE FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT ADOPTION 7/19/2013 TOTAL REVISION TOTAL REVISION ADDED REWRITE 2/20/2020 SECTION 3 GOALS & OBJS CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE IN 2007, THE LMS WORKING GROUP VOTED TO ADD TWO PARAGRAPHS (4.1.4 & 4.1.5) IN ORDER TO ACCOUNT FOR GOOD MITIGATION INITIATIVES WHICH COULD NOT BE QUANTIFIED ON THE SCORE SHEET BUT SHOULD BE ACCEPTED AS A PROJECTS THAT ACHIEVES OUR MITIGATION GOALS (PARA 4.1.1). PARA 4.1.5 WAS ADDED BECAUSE WE DID NOT HAVE, AT THE TIME , A MECHANISM TO JUMP THE INITIATIVE PRIORITY LISTING SHOULD THE WORKING GROUP FEEL THAT AN INITIATIVE NEEDED TO BE GIVEN HIGHER PRIORITY BASED ON THE DISASTER EVENT FOR WHICH HMGP MONIES WERE ALLOCATED,E.G., FOR A WIND‐EVENT DISASTER, THE LMSWG MIGHT FEEL THAT WIND‐INITIATIVES WOULD BE A BETTER FOCUS FOR A VULNERABLE COMMUNITY THAN A HIGHER PRIORITY PROJECT ON THE LISTING WHICH ADDRESSES FLOODING OR WILDFIRE.
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 iii SECTION 4 PROJECT PRIORITIZATION CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE PARA 4.1.2.1 REPLACED A SENTENCE FORMALIZED THE PROCESS AND DATE TO HAVE A SPECIFIC TIME TO KNOW WHEN AGENCIES WILL NOTIFY THE LMSWG THAT THEY WILL APPLY FOR A SPECIFIC HMGP OPPORTUNITY 11/30/2012 SECTION 5 FUNDING SOURCES CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE PARA 5.2.2 ELIMINATED A SENTENCE. ELIMINATED AN INCONSISTENCY WITH ANNEX I 11/30/2012 SECTION 6 MONITORING & EVAL CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE PAGE 3, PARA. 6.1.5 ADDED NOTE EXPLAINING THE CURRENT LMS APPROVAL PROCESS & ADDED DATE FOR ANNEX A’S APPROVAL CLARIFIED THE APPROVAL PROCESS AND ADDED THE OMITTED DATE WHERE INDICATED. 1/20/2010 ANNEX A ‐ REMOVED CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE ATTACHMENT 1 ADDED ADDED ATTACHMENT 1 PER FEMA REQUEST, ADDED INFORMATION REGARDING THE “EXTENT” OF THE HAZARDS ADDRESSED. 4/9/10 RISK SUMMARY TABLE SEE YELLOW HIGHLIGHTS NECESSARY CHANGE FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT ADOPTION 7/19/2013
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 iv ANNEX B – RE‐LETTERED TO A MAPS CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE RENUMBERED MAPS AND INSERTED MAPS 4 AND 4A ADDED EVERGLADES CITY CURRENT AND FUTURE LAND USE MAPS WEREN’T AVAILABLE AT THE TIME THE BCC ADOPTED THE LMS 11 FEB 2010 ANNEX C– RE‐LETTERED TO B RESOLUTIONS CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE ADDED CITY RESOLUTION ADDED MARCO ISLAND’S RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE LMS 7/13/2010 ADDED FIRE DEPT. RESOLUTION ADDED NN FIRE CONTROL & RESCUE DISTRICT RESOLUTION 7/19/2013 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED SCHOOL DISTRICT RESOLUTION 10/22/2013 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RESOLUTION 3/16/15 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED SCHOOL DISTRICT RESOLUTION 4/17/15 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED MARCO ISLANDS RESOLUTION 4/8/15 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED NAPLES RESOLUTION 4/1/15 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED EVERGLADES CITY’S RESOLUTION 7/14/2015 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED COLLIER COUNTY MOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICT RESOLUTION 3/28/2019 ADDED JURISDICTION ADDED GREATER NAPLES 4/16/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 v RESOLUTION FIRE RESCUE DISTRICT RESOLUTION ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED NORTH COLLIER FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT’S RESOLUTION 4/17/2019 ADDED JURISDICTION RESOLUTION ADDED IMMOKALEE FIRE CONTROL DISTRICT’S RESOLUTION 4/22/2019 ADDED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIST RESOLUTION ADDED HERITAGE BAY CDD’S RESOLUTION 10/19/2019 ANNEX D– RE‐LETTERED TO C PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE ADDED ATTACHMENTS ADDED PUBLIC NOTICE SAMPLE AND SOCIAL MEDIA SAMPLE TO INCLUDE UPDATED WAYS WE TRY TO INVOLVE THE PUBLIC 7/22/2019 ANNEX E– RE‐LETTERED TO D GRANT FUNDING SOURCES CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE UPDATED SPREADSHEET ADDED FEMA ONE‐STOP GRANT SEARCH SITE. MAKE SEARCHING FOR A GRANT EASIER. 7/18/2014 ANNEX F– RE‐LETTERED TO E PRIORITIZE PROJ. LIST THIS ANNEX CHANGES FREQUENTLY BASED ON ACTIONS/INITIATIVES OF THE LMSWG NOTE SINCE THE BCC JAN. 2010 ADOPTION ADDED PREAMBLE COMMENTS HIGHLIGHTING THE FACT THAT SOME PROJECTS ADOPTED FOR CERTAIN HAZARDS ALSO MITIGATE THE EFFECTS OF OTHER THREATS.
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 vi 7/16/2010 ‐ ADDED APPROVED PROJECTS AND RENUMBERED PRIORITIES ADDED PROJ #22 (WIND RETROFIT NNFIRE STATION) & #23 (CC LEACHATE STORAGE TANK AND LIFT STA. UPGRADE). RENUMBERED PROJECT ORDER TO ACCOMMODATE ADDITIONS. 8/12/2010 ADDED/REMOVED APPROVED PROJECTS AND RENUMBERED PRIORITIES ADDED PROJ #10 (THE WIND PROTECTION FOR THE N. COLLIER WTP.) ADDITIONALLY REMOVED COMPLETED PROJECT FOR THE SHADOWLAWN DR. ETC. DRAINING IMPROVEMENTS AND MOVED IT TO THE “COMPLETED” SECTION. 4/4/2011 TRANSFERRED APPROVED PROJECT TO THE COMPLETED SECTION & RENUMBERED PRIORITIES COLLIER COUNTY’S WIND RETROFIT OF ITS SCALE‐HOUSE AT THE LANDFILL WAS COMPLETED AND MOVED TO THE COMPLETED SECTION. 4/15/2011 TRANSFERRED APPROVED PROJECT TO THE COMPLETED SECTION & RENUMBERED PRIORITIES THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS WERE MOVED TO THE COMPLETED LISTING: MARCO ISLAND’S WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT WIND PROTECTION CAT FACILITY WIND RETROFIT IMMOKALEE SPORTS COMPLEX & GOLDEN GATE CMTY CENTER WIND RETROFIT. 1/20/2012 TRANSFERRED APPROVED PROJECT TO THE COMPLETED SECTION & RENUMBERED PRIORITIES THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS WERE MOVED TO COMPLETED: INSTALL GENERATOR AT IMMOKALEE HIGH SCHOOL E. NAPLES COMMUNITY CENTER WIND RETROFIT 10/19/2012 THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS WERE MOVED TO COMPLETED: PURCHASE REPETITIVE LOSS PROPERTY 11/30/2012 ‐ UPDATED PROJECT DATES AND ORGANIZATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS DUE TO RESTRUCTURING ‐ ADDED/UPDATED THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS TO THE PROJECT PRIORITY LISTING AND
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 vii ADJUSTED THE PRIORITIES ACCORDINGLY. PUBLIC UTILITIES OPS CTR HURRICANE DOOR HARDENING SCHOOLS‐ PORTABLE GENERATOR CABLE PASS‐THRU AND ANCHORING PAD NAPLES – WIND RETROFIT CITY HALL N. NAPLES FIRE DEPT STA 43‐ WIND RETROFIT LCEC – MARCO SUBSTATION VAULT REPLACEMENT AND ELEVATION LCEC – WOOD POLE REPLACEMENT SCHOOLS – GENERATOR FOR CORKSCREW MS/ES SCHOOLS – GENERATOR FOR CYPRESS PALM MS/SABAL PALM ES 7/19/2013 NECESSARY CHANGE FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT ADOPTION. SEE YELLOW HIGHLIGHTS 7/19/2013 ‐MOVED TWO PROJECTS TO “COMPLETED” SECTION ‐ADDED YMCA WIND RETROFIT PROJECT TO BOTTOM OF PROJECT LISTING ‐ MOVED RETROFIT SW FLA.S PROJECT UP THE PROJECT LISTING. 8/30/13 ‐ UPDATED COST ESTIMATES FOR PROJECT #’S 22 AND 23. 1/17/14 ‐ LCEC’S TWO PROJECTS (CONCRETE POLES AND RELAY STATION) WERE PULLED AND MOVED TO THE “DELETE SECTION” 18 OCT 2014 ‐ COLLIER SCHOOL DISTRICT WITHDRAWS PROJECT #16 FROM THE PROJECT LISTING AND WILL COMPLETE THE PROJECT WITH ITS RESOURCES. ‐ CITY OF NAPLES (NEW PROJECT #16) WILL DEFER THIS WIND PROTECTION PROJECT TO A LATER DATE. 20 JAN 2017 REVALIDATED THE PROJECT PRIORITY LISTING, ADDED PROJECTS AND DELETED OBSOLETE PROJECTS. 20 OCTOBER 2017 REMOVED TWO PROJECTS (RETROFIT SW FLA & MARCO ISLAND FIRE STATION) AND RENUMBERED THE PRIORITY LISTING 1 FEBRUARY 2018 ADDED PROJECTS REVIEWED ON 22 AND 26 JANUARY 2018. 15 MARCH 2018 ADDED PROJECTS REVIEWED ON 5 & 7 MARCH 2018 30 MARCH 2018 ADDED PROJECTS REVIEWED ON 29 MARCH 2018 18 MAY 2018 ADDED/UPDATED PROJECTS 8 JUNE 2018 ADDED CMCD PROJECTS FOR TWO GENSETS AND TWO SIDE‐BY‐SIDE 4X4S & ADDED REBUILD NW FLORIDA RESIDENTIAL RETROFITS 12 SEPT 2018 ADDED COLLIER IT’S 800MHZ OPTIC CABLE REDUNDANCY PROJECT AND ADJUSTED THE COST OF NAPLES ROOF PROJECT 19 OCT 2018 ADDED UPGRADES TO MAKE THE FIELD HOUSE OF THE SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 viii COMPLEX AN ALL‐HAZARDS PSN SHELTER FOR A CAT 5+ HURRICANE. 18 JAN 2019 DURING ANNUAL PROJECT VALIDATION, PROJECT SPONSORS WANTED THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS REMOVED: #5 – CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL SAFE‐ROOM #27 – PURCHASE TWO SIDE‐BY‐SIDE SURVEILLANCE VEHS. FOR MOSQ. CONTROL #38 – ACQUIRE FUEL TRUCK FOR XFER OF DIESEL & GAS #66 – IMPROVE DRAINAGE SYSTEM ON SAN MARCO RD #57 – IMPROVE 800 MHZ RADIO SYSTEM WITH FIBER OPTIC CONNECTIVITY ADDED A PROJECT – WIND RETROFIT W/SCREEN PROTECTION FOR MI FIRE STA #51. MADE CHANGES/UPDATED SECTION 4.0 PROCEDURES FOR PRIORITIZING HAZARD MITIGATION INITIATIVES MADE CHANGES/UPDATED ANNEX I INITIATIVE SCORING CRITERIA 8 FEB 2019 COLLIER DISTRICT SCHOOLS ENGINEER WANTED ALL 10 OF THEIR PROJECTS REMOVED FROM THE PRIORITY LISTING. 18 JUL 2019 ADDED A MARCO ISLAND/COLLIER COUNTY WATERMAIN INTERCONNECT PROJECT. 17 JAN 2020 ADDED GNFD STAS. 23 & 90 HARDENING ADDED COLLIER COUNTY STORMWATER IMMOKALEE DRAINAGE PROJECTS FOR EDEN GARDEN AND NORTH 3RD STREET) 31 JAN 2020 COMPLETED YEARLY PROJECT VALIDATION AND UPDATED THE ANNEX BASED ON THE RESULTS. ANNEX G– RE‐LETTERED TO F MEETING MINUTES THIS ANNEX CHANGES FREQUENTLY AS IT CONTAINS BOTH THE PRIOR YEAR’S AND CURRENT YEAR’S MEETING MINUTES AND WILL DIRECT YOU TO THE LOCATION OF THE PAST MEETING MINUTES. MINUTES ARE PURGED YEARLY. ANNEX H– RE‐LETTERED TO G MEMBERSHIP THIS ANNEX CHANGES FREQUENTLY BASED ON ACTIONS/INITIATIVES OF THE LMSWG NOTE SINCE THE BCC JAN. 2010 ADOPTION A STATEMENT WAS ADDED IN THE PREAMBLE CLARIFYING THE FACT THAT THIS ANNEX REPRESENTS CURRENT VOTING MEMBERSHIP AND NOT JUST THE MEMBERSHIP OF THOSE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN 2003. 21 OCT 2011 UPDATED THIS SECTION TO UPDATE THE LISTING TO ADD/REMOVE VOTING MEMBERS &
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ix CHANGED BILL JONES’S AFFILIATION TO “INTERESTED RESIDENT”. 27 JUL 2012 UPDATED MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION 4 DEC 2013 UPDATED MEMBERSHIP INFO, REFORMATTED ANNEX BASE ON LMSWG MEETING IN OCT 13. 17 JAN 2014 UPDATED MEMBER STATUS AND ADDED MEMBERS. 18 OCTOBER 2014 ROBERT WILEY AND J. VON RINTELN RESIGNED. CHRIS SPARACINO ELECTED VICE CHAIR. ALTERNATES TO PRIMARY MEMBERS LISTED ( LIZ GOSSELIN, WILLIAM LANG & CAROLINE CELIK) 2 FEBRUARY 2018 MEMBERS CHANGED/ADDED FROM EVERGLADES CITY AND COLLIER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND AN INTERESTED CITIZEN 18 MAY 2018 ADDED/REMOVED MEMBERS 8 JUN 2018 ADDED LCEC’S BOB ATKINS AND REMOVED PEGGY BOLDISSAR. 12 SEPT 2018 ADDED FFS MITIGATION SPECIALIST MELINDA AVNI 18 JAN 2019 REMOVED THE FOLLOWING AS VOTING MEMBERS DUE TO THEIR LACK OF ATTENDANCE: CHRIS NIFORATOS ROOSEVELT LEONARD EVERILDO YBACETA JAMES PRICE ADDED NEW MEMBER – MARK GRAJEWSKI 18 JUL 2019 REMOVED THE FOLLOWING FOR EITHER CHANGE OF JOBS OR LACK OF REGULAR ATTENDANCE: SAMANTHA QUINN C. CILEK H. CRITCHFIELD J. JOHNSON ADDED NEW MEMBERS: A. JONES, R. GREENBERG, S. D’ANGELO, W. MARTIN & A. MCLAUGHLIN 19 OCTOBER 2019 ADDED TWO MEMBERS FROM THE HERITAGE BAY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT: DENNIS GAGNE & JACK ARCURIE 17 JAN 2020 LISA OIEN RESIGNED DUE TO JOB TRANSFER. IN LATE 2009, THE LMSWG VOTED TO AMEND THE MITIGATION STRATEGY (PARA. B) TO ADDRESS HOW THE INITIATIVES CAN GET ON THE PRIORITY LISTING BETWEEN THE QUARTERLY WORKING GROUP MEETING DATES IN ORDER TO BE ABLE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR A “SHORT‐NOTICED” GRANT OPPORTUNITY. ANNEX I– RE‐LETTERED CHANGE COMMENTS/PURPOSE DATE
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 x TO H FLOODPLAIN PLANS CLARIFICATION IN THE COST SECTION #5, CLARIFIED/DEFINED REPETITIVE LOSS THERE WAS CONFUSION FROM THE APPLICANTS AS TO WHAT WAS MEANT BY REP. LOSS. THIS CHANGE FIXED IT. 7/16/2010 ON THE SCORE SHEET, SECTION “COST” #5 ADD “NA” TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SCORE SECTION. THIS WILL GIVE “NO SCORE” OPTION TO A PROJECT THAT DOESN’T HAVE FLOOD INSURANCE. 11/30/2012 ANNEX J– RE‐LETTERED TO I THIS ANNEX CONTAINS JURISDICTIONAL FLOODPLAIN PLANS AND WILL EITHER CONTAIN OR DIRECT YOU TO THE MOST CURRENT PLAN. NFIP PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS ADDED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE READER. 15_APR_2016 MARCO ISLAND ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT ADDED.
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1.0 PURPOSE, ORGANIZATION & OUTREACH
1.1 PURPOSE
Initial development of the Collier County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy (hereafter
known as LMS) was funded, in part, by the Florida Department of Community Affairs (FDCA)
with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds earmarked for the development of
comprehensive mitigation planning. The purpose of the Collier County Multi-Jurisdictional Local
Mitigation Strategy is to develop a unified approach among county and municipal governments,
along with inputs and participation from the private sector, for dealing with identified hazard and
hazard management problems in the Collier County area. This strategy will serve as a tool to
direct the county and municipal governments in their ongoing efforts to reduce vulnerability to
the impacts produced by both natural and man-made hazards. The strategy will also help
establish funding priorities for currently proposed mitigation projects and develop priority
mitigation projects to be completed with such disaster assistance funds as may be made
available after a disaster.
1.2 PROGRAM ORGANIZATION & MITIGATION STRATEGY PREPARATION PROCESS
Key to the organizational effectiveness of the LMS and the basis for achieving broad community
participation is through LMS meetings and ad hoc committees. The original LMS was written
throughout the year, 2004, solely by the Emergency Management Division’s staff with inputs
solicited from the public in the course of its development. In the plan’s development, staff
reviewed other plans, e.g., the County’s Comprehensive Plan, as well as post-disaster after
action reports, etc. During that process several public meetings occurred in order to secure
Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group (hereafter known as LMSWG) membership. Once the
LMSWG was formed the team continued and drafted the Local Mitigation Strategy which
ultimately was adopted by the County, its cities and later the Collier County Public Schools.
During the year 2019, LMSWG membership increased by adding three Independent Fire
Districts (Immokalee, North Collier and Greater Naples) and two Special Taxing Districts (Collier
County Mosquito Control and Heritage Bay Community Development District). Since the
adoption, changes to the plan were made by the LMSWG as needed, mainly in the areas of
project scoring, project priority listing updates and membership updates. We reserve a portion
of every quarterly meeting to address “Monitoring, Evaluating and/or Updating the LMS”. All
members of the working group at the quarterly meetings participate in the ongoing review
process. The only comments received over the years typically dealt with membership and the
project worksheet. Changes are reflected the “Summary of Changes” section of the current
LMS. For several years the LMSWG has had a Homepage on the worldwide web,
http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z, and continues to solicit comments as well as posts mitigation grant
opportunities, etc., when known.
For the 2010 5-year plan update cycle, the Chair contracted the Southwest Florida Regional
Planning Council to develop/update the county’s Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Analyses.
Members of the LMSWG worked with the Chair to update the rest of the plan throughout CY
2009. (See minutes on the LMSWG Home Page)
For the 2015 five-year plan update cycle, the LMS continued to remain visible to the public for
comments, etc., through its homepage, a specially designed page to contain the 2015 DRAFT
documents and through the media announced public meetings. The floodplain manager
contracted the flooding hazards analysis, including storm surge, for this planning cycle and the
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Florida Forest Service has updated the wildfire hazards analysis. The remainder of the LMS will
be adjusted to reflect the minor changes that have occurred since the last update.
For the 2020 five-year update cycle, the working group’s changes were made to the project
score sheet and the mitigation goals were reviewed and updated. Throughout the last year of
this update cycle, the quarterly meeting announcements, via public notices and social media,
solicited comments from the public of the Local Mitigation Strategy update. Additionally, to get
the widest opportunities for interested people to participate, the LMS home page has a
comment largely visible at the top of the page as a “note seeking public comment” during the
review process and at every LMS meeting announced by a press release, there is an agenda
item asking for comments and recommendations about the existing strategy.
1.2.1 Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group Membership & Quorum for Business
The LMSWG is organized under the Collier County Citizens Corps. It serves as the policy
development body for the Local Mitigation Strategy program. The role of this LMSWG is to
advise and assist in the formulation, implementation, administration and refinement of the
Collier County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy.
Membership on the LMS is not limited. However, as a multi-jurisdictional plan/strategy FEMA
requires the following jurisdictions to adopt the LMS and to actively participate in the LMSWG in
order to be eligible for project grants under FEMA hazard mitigation assistance programs:
Collier Country Government, under the Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
City of Marco Island,
City of Naples,
Everglades City,
Collier County Public Schools,
Collier Mosquito Control District,
North Collier Fire Control and Rescue District
Immokalee Fire Control District, and
Greater Naples Fire Rescue District
Regarding voting: Voting members must be a resident of Collier County or have a business
interest in the County like the LCEC or employment in Collier County. Private nonprofit
organizations are not considered governmental entities and therefore need not adopt the LMS.
Private citizens, businesses and private-non-profit organizations are encouraged to participate
as voting members in the process. To have a vote on the LMSWG any individual can make the
request to be a “participating member” at a LMSWG meeting and the working group votes on
the request. Voting representatives can send designated alternates to attend committee
meetings and to participate in discussions, program policy, administration, plan revisions,
project prioritization and endorsement, etc. When votes are required to establish project
priorities for an announced mitigation grant opportunity each participating jurisdiction shall get
only one vote.
Regarding non-voting participants: No one is excluded from attending the LMS meetings, both
Quarterly and Special ones. All meeting are announced publicly, via press release, and posted
on the LMS webpage along with the agenda and past meeting minutes: http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z.
Local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities and those agencies that
have the authority to regulate development are especially welcome to attend the meetings.
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Non-resident/voting participants are welcome to attend meetings as well and address/interact
with the working group.
The LMSWG has a designated Chair and Vice-Chair. They will be voted into their positions
every year by the LMSWG membership. Positions may be reelected. The LMS Chair will not
cast a vote on issues unless there is a tie vote on the floor. The LMS Vice-Chair has a vote
unless this person is acting as the Chair.
Responsibilities of the “participating (voting) members”:
Attend and “actively” participate in all regularly scheduled LMSWG meetings. Send a
“qualified designated alternate” to the meeting should the regular voting member not be
able to attend. When alternate attends for an agency the absence of the primary will not
be counted.
Furnish all information required by the LMSWG in the timeframe established by ite.
Update/maintain information in the LMS as it relates to your jurisdiction.
Quorum for LMS business: A minimum of five voting members must be present at the meeting.
Upon meeting that requirement, a simple majority vote is all that is necessary to consummate
business.
Revoking “voting membership” status: Failure of a “designated participating jurisdiction”,
without having any designated alternates attending in the primary’s place, to attend two properly
“noticed/announced” meetings within a calendar year will be grounds to remove that jurisdiction
from the LMSWG. When a jurisdiction is cautioned about its removal from the working group,
the LMS Chair will notify the member of the pending action. Should the attendance matter not
be corrected, the Chair will notify the City Manager, Collier County Public Schools
Superintendent, District Director or Fire Chief that they are no longer eligible ability to apply for
FEMA mitigation grants until active “participating membership” gets reestablished. Although
there is no restriction on attendance or the ability to speak during a meeting, the ability to vote
on any issue will be limited to those approved by the membership. Non-jurisdictional voting
members, e.g., members from the public or from private-nonprofit agencies, who miss three
consecutive “properly noticed” meetings without an excuse will be considered for having their
voting status revoked by the Chair and the matter being brought before the LMSWG for vote.
Voting privileges can be reinstated by a majority vote of the LMSWG. This action is necessary
to assure the membership maintains currency on all matters evolving from the working group.
Comments received prior to the meeting from members not able to attend the meeting or from
the public will be addressed at the meeting and entered into the record.
1.2.2 Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group’s Committees
The Chair of the LMSWG is authorized to establish committees as needed to further the goals
and objectives of the LMS. Committee members need not be LMSWG members but may be an
individual able to provide special expertise and knowledge about specific concerns addressed in
the LMS.
Three such Committees were established in the early stages of the Local Mitigation Strategy to
assist with initial program and plan development. They included: The Vulnerability Analysis
Committee, the Finance & Outreach Committee, and the Community Rating System (CRS)
Committee. Over time, since 2004, those committees evolved into two ad hoc sub-committees:
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Community Rating System and Wildfire Mitigation. The Chair may call for Special Meetings
to address any issue raised by the working group. When a Special Meeting is needed a public
notice of the meeting is announced no later than 10 days prior to the meeting.
1.2.3 Conflict Resolution
For any issue opposed by less than 50% of the LMSWG, resolution will be attempted utilizing
the following:
A separate meeting will be scheduled with only those opposed to the issue (other interested
parties may also attend; however, attendance is not required). The meeting will focus on
identifying the root cause(s) of the opposition and determine whether compromise is possible.
If a resolution appears possible, but further discussion is needed, a subsequent meeting may be
scheduled between a representative of the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) and a Mayor
or representative of the City Council of the municipalities opposed. A representative from the
state may also be invited to this meeting if deemed appropriate.
The last informal attempt at resolution will be a meeting with the entire BCC and the
councils/commissions involved. This step will only be used when a very small minority of the
LMSWG remains opposed to an issue.
Opposition to issues from non-governmental entities will be handled in a similar manner.
Upon inability to reach a compromise or the unsuccessful completion of the process, the full
Collier County Citizen Corps will be consulted. If 75% of the Citizen Corps recommends that
additional attempts at resolving the issues be made, the Conflict Resolution Process of the
Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council shall be utilized. If 75% of the Citizen Corps
recommends that the mediation be discontinued, the issue will be tabled.
Under Florida's Government in the Sunshine, all meeting of the Local Mitigation Strategy
Working Group, its subcommittees, and the Citizen Corps are open to the public and are duly
advertised.
1.3 LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY OUTREACH, PARTICIPATION & MEETING
REQUIREMENTS
At this time there are no participation requirements for others except for those set for the
“Participating Jurisdictions” and for other voting members unable to attend an alternate can
attend to act on their behalf, but not vote unless the membership allows. The LMSWG will meet
at least quarterly. Additional meetings may occur upon reasonable notice through the Collier
County Communications & Customer Relations Division and being posted on the LMS web
page (bit.ly/2Br1j3Z) in order to give the public the maximum opportunity to participate. If
formed, subcommittees will set their own schedule, properly “notice” the scheduled meeting
time/place; and, report results to the LMSWG.
Meeting minutes are maintained on the internet though the LMS web site (bit.ly/2Br1j3Z).
Should anyone require “hard-copies” of the minutes, the Emergency Management Division staff
will provide them.
1.3.1 Participating Jurisdictions:
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For a jurisdiction to be eligible for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Flood Mitigation
Assistance (FMA), Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) and Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) funding
programs, they must have an adopted by resolution or interlocal agreement the Local Mitigation
Strategy and demonstrated active participation in the LMSWG. Annex B will include the Board
of County Commissioners agenda item summary along with a copy of all resolutions/interlocal
agreements of the jurisdictions that have formally adopted the LMS. The underlined
jurisdictions are the original “Participating Jurisdictions” since the original 2005 plan was drafted
and adopted. They are also participating in the National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP)
Community Rating System (CRS)* except for Everglades City. The following are the current
Participating Jurisdictions:
Collier County Government represents all unincorporated Collier County, including
Golden Gate Estates, Golden Gate City, Ave Maria community and Immokalee)
Everglades City
City of Naples
City of Marco Island
Collier County Public Schools
Collier County Mosquito Control District
Greater Naples Fire Rescue District
Immokalee Fire Control District
North Collier Fire Control and Rescue District
(*NOTE: See Annex I for information related to how Collier County and its jurisdictions remain
compliant with the National Floodplain Insurance Program, NFIP, as well as jurisdictional
Floodplain Plans, as required/provided. When Community Rating System (CRS) communities
have a Floodplain management plan, actions and initiatives above-and-beyond the basic plan
NFIP requirements are addressed in the Plans.)
Participating Jurisdiction Responsibilities:
Select a primary and alternate to attend and “actively” participate in all regularly
scheduled LMSWG meetings. (NOTE: Your nominees should possess the full support
of the jurisdiction’s chief executive in order to obtain the most accurate and timely
information required for the hazard mitigation planning effort.)
Furnish all information required by the LMSWG in the timeframe established by that
Group.
Update/maintain information in the LMS as it relates to your jurisdiction.
Ratify the final LMS adopted by the Board of County Commissioners, by resolution or
other legal device, to indicate participation and acceptance of the mitigation strategy.
1.3.2 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) and other Governmental Entities
In order to qualify for LMS grant sponsorship, NGO’s and other governmental entities should
adhere to the meeting participation standards outlined in the previous section.
Adjacent counties and the Seminole Tribe are invited to attend via their emergency
management offices. These external jurisdictions are invited to all LMSWG meetings along with
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the public both via e-mail and public notice disseminated via the Collier County Communications
and Customer Relations Division.
1.3.3 The Public and Private Sector
Participation by private organizations and the general public is strictly voluntary, but their
attendance, comments, and contributions will be encouraged, monitored and fully documented.
Initially in 2004, the broadly cast public invitation to participate was disseminated via
newspaper, broadcast facsimile (to over 900 businesses, condos, mobile home parks, private
schools, etc.), E-mail distribution list groupings (to over 1,000 addresses), worldwide web
announcements (bit.ly/2Br1j3Z), etc., and a targeted invitation was sent to the following:
Each City (Naples, Marco Island,
Everglades City)
Collier County Sheriff
Collier County Clerk of Courts
Collier County Property Appraiser
American Red Cross
Florida Gulf Coast University
Collier County Public Schools
International College (now Hodges Univ.)
Florida Power & Light
Lee County Electric Cooperative
Southwest Florida Regional Planning
Council
Naples Chamber of Commerce
Immokalee Friendship House
South Florida Water Management District
Naples Community Hospital
Florida Department of Health
Florida Division of Law Enforcement
Florida Forest Service
Immokalee Independent Fire District
North Collier Fire Control and Rescue
District
Greater Naples Fire Rescue District
Florida Department of Agriculture
Florida Division of Emergency Mgt.
Naples Airport Authority
In the years since the initial meeting, regular meeting invitations go out to an e-mail distribution
listing which has been amended to/from the original list described above, are posted on the
LMS web page and are made through the County’s “Public Notice” process. Draft minutes and
meeting agendas are attached to the announced regular meeting invitations. See Annex D,
Procedures to Ensure Public Involvement, for the current invitation methodology and Annex G
for evidence of the community’s participation.
Th current targeted email distribution list goes to the individuals in the following jurisdictions:
City of Naples
o Police Department – Capt. Barkley
o Fire Department – Chief DiMaria
o Floodplain Manager – Christa Carrera
City of Marco Island – Chris Byrne, Incident Commander
o Fire Department – Chief Murphy
o Police Department – Capt. Dave Baer
o Floodplain Manager – Kelli Defedericis
Everglades City
o Terry Smallwood, Building Official
Collier Board of County Commissioner Agencies
o Public Utilities – Alister Burnett, Manager, Environmental Compliance
o Parks & Recreation – Ilonka Washburn, Operations
o Floodplain Coordinator- Chris Mason
Collier County Sheriff – Jose Carrillo, Sheriff Liaison & Special Ops.
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Lee County Public Safety – Lee Mayfield, Director
Hendry County Emergency Management – Brian Newhouse, Director
Collier County Public Schools – Marc Rouleau, Exec. Dir. Of Facilities Mgt.
Collier Mosquito Control District – Stacy Welch, Director of Admin.
o Mark Grazewski, Accounting Specialist
Immokalee Fire Department – Chief Choate
o Rita Greenberg, Deputy Chief
North Collier Fire Control and Rescue Department – Chief Ricardo
o Sal D’Angelo, Executive Director
Greater Naples Fire Rescue Department – Chief Schuldt
o Wayne Martin, Deputy Director-Planning
Florida Division of Emergency Management – Jodie Fiske, Region 6 Coordinator
Florida Forest Service – Sean Allen, Caloosahatchee Forestry Center Manager
o Melinda Avni, Wildfire Mitigation Specialist
Lee County Electric Cooperative – Tricia Dorn, Collier Account Manager
The Salvation Army – Ashley Jones, dir. Of Social Services/Disaster Recovery
South Florida Water Mgmt District – Lisa Koehler, Big Cypress Basin Administrator
Saint Matthews House – Gary Bruton, VP Operations
David Lawrence Center – David Warnken, Chief Planning & Business Development
Hodges University – Skip Camp, Safety & Facilities Director
Heritage Bay Community Development District – Dennis Gagne, Supervisor
For each meeting, a meeting summary, attendance list, public invite, public comments and all
other solicitation efforts concerning public comments will be posted on the LMS web page.
1.4 JURISDICTIONAL ADOPTION OF THE LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY
All jurisdictions wishing to participate in and share in the benefits deriving from the LMS
program at the local, state, and federal levels must complete and file a fully executed resolution
or an interlocal agreement located in Annex B, which conforms with the adoption standards as
jointly established and amended by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners and the
LMSWG.
1.5 NEW JURISDICTIONS/ENTITIES
In the event of restructuring which duly adds, deletes, or merges jurisdictions within the county,
the LMS will appropriately adjust its voting member rolls and require any newly defined
jurisdictions to provide all documentation necessary for participation in the program.
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Contents
2 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT .................................................................................... 1
2.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2.2 Hazard Identification ..................................................................................................................... 3
2.3 Risk Assessment Methodology and Assumptions ......................................................................... 8
2.4 Asset Inventory ........................................................................................................................... 12
2.4.1 Building Exposure ................................................................................................................ 12
2.4.2 Critical Facilities and Infrastructure Exposure .................................................................... 13
2.5 Hazard Profiles, Analysis, and Vulnerability ................................................................................ 14
2.5.1 Flood ................................................................................................................................... 14
2.5.2 Tropical Cyclones ................................................................................................................ 40
2.5.3 Severe Storms and Tornadoes ............................................................................................ 58
2.5.4 Wildfire ................................................................................................................................ 75
2.5.5 Coastal Erosion .................................................................................................................... 88
2.5.6 Drought ............................................................................................................................... 95
2.5.7 Extreme Heat .................................................................................................................... 101
2.5.8 Sea Level Rise and other Climate Change Characteristics ................................................ 107
2.5.9 Sink Holes .......................................................................................................................... 118
2.5.10 Winter Storms and Freeze ................................................................................................ 124
2.5.11 Earthquake ........................................................................................................................ 130
2.5.12 Tsunami ............................................................................................................................. 138
2.5.13 Major Transportation Incidents ........................................................................................ 142
2.5.14 Pandemic Outbreak .......................................................................................................... 151
2.5.15 Hazardous Materials ......................................................................................................... 160
2.5.16 Coastal Oil Spills ................................................................................................................ 167
2.5.17 Nuclear Power Plant ......................................................................................................... 172
2.5.18 Terrorism ........................................................................................................................... 178
2.5.19 Mass Migration Incident ................................................................................................... 184
2.5.20 Civil Disturbance ............................................................................................................... 188
2.5.21 Critical Infrastructure Disruption ...................................................................................... 194
2.5.22 Special Events .................................................................................................................... 198
2.5.23 Red Tide / Algae Bloom ..................................................................................................... 201
2.6 Conclusions on Hazard Risk ....................................................................................................... 207
2.7 References ................................................................................................................................ 208
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2.1 OVERVIEW
This section describes the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment process for the development of the
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy. It describes how the County met the following requirements
from the 10-step planning process:
Planning Step 4: Assess the Hazard
Planning Step 5: Assess the Problem
As defined by FEMA, risk is a combination of hazard, vulnerability, and exposure. “It is the impact that a
hazard would have on people, services, facilities, and structures in a community and refers to the
likelihood of a hazard event resulting in an adverse condition that causes injury or damage.”
This hazard risk assessment covers all of Collier County, including the unincorporated County and all
incorporated jurisdictions participating in this plan.
The risk assessment process identifies and profiles relevant hazards and assesses the exposure of lives,
property, and infrastructure to these hazards. The process allows for a better understanding of the
potential risk to natural hazards in the county and provides a framework for developing and prioritizing
mitigation actions to reduce risk from future hazard events. This risk assessment followed the
methodology described in the FEMA publication Understanding Your Risks —Identifying Hazards and
Estimating Losses (FEMA 386-2, 2002), which breaks the assessment down to a four-step process:
Data collected through this process has been incorporated into the following sections of this plan:
1. Identify
Hazards
2. Profile
Hazard Events
3. Inventory
Assets
4. Estimate
Losses
Requirement §201.6(c)(2): [The plan shall include] A risk assessment that provides the factual basis for activities
proposed in the strategy to reduce losses from identified hazards. Local risk assessments must provide
sufficient information to enable the jurisdiction to identify and prioritize appropriate mitigation actions to
reduce losses from identified hazards.
Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i): [The risk assessment shall include a] description of the type…of all natural hazards
that can affect the jurisdiction.
Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i): [The risk assessment shall include a] description of the…location and extent of all
natural hazards that can affect the jurisdiction. The plan shall include information on previous occurrences of
hazard events and on the probability of future hazard events.
44 CFR Subsection D §201.6(c)(2)(ii): [The risk assessment shall include a] description of the jurisdiction’s
vulnerability to the hazards described in paragraph (c)(2)(i) of this section. This description shall include an
overall summary of each hazard and its impact on the community. Plans approved after October 1, 2008 must
also address NFIP insured structures that have been repetitively damaged by floods. The plan should describe
vulnerability in terms of:
A) The types and numbers of existing and future buildings, infrastructure, and critical facilities located in the
identified hazard areas;
(B): An estimate of the potential dollar losses to vulnerable structures identified in paragraph (c)(2)(ii)(A) of this
section and a description of the methodology used to prepare the estimate; and
(C): Providing a general description of land uses and development trends within the community so that mitigation
options can be considered in future land use decisions.
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Section 2.2: Hazard Identification identifies the natural and human-caused hazards that
threaten the planning area.
Section 2.3: Risk Assessment Methodology and Assumptions
Section 2.4: Asset Inventory details the population, buildings, and critical facilities at risk within
the planning area.
Section 2.5: Hazard Profiles, Analysis, and Vulnerability discusses the threat to the planning
area, describes previous occurrences of hazard events and the likelihood of future occurrences,
and assesses the planning area’s exposure to each hazard profiled; considering assets at risk,
critical facilities, and future development trends.
Section 2.6: Conclusions on Hazard Risk summarizes the results of the Priority Risk Index and
defines each hazard as a Low, Medium, or High-Risk hazard.
2.2 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
To identify hazards relevant to the planning area, the LMS working group began with a review of the list
of hazards identified in the 2018 State Hazard Mitigation Plan and the 2015 Collier County Local Mitigation
Strategy (LMS) as summarized in Table 2.1. The LMS working group used these lists to identify a full range
of hazards for potential inclusion in this plan update and to ensure consistency across these planning
efforts. All hazards listed below were evaluated for inclusion in this plan update.
Table 2.1 – Full Range of Hazards Evaluated
Hazard
Included in
2018 State
HMP?
Included in 2015 Collier County LMS?
Flood Yes Yes
Tropical Cyclones Yes Yes (Storm Surge)
Severe Storms and Tornadoes Yes Yes
Wildfire Yes Yes
Coastal Erosion Yes Yes
Drought Yes No
Extreme Heat Yes No
Sea Level Rise and other Climate Change
Characteristics Yes Yes
Sink holes Yes No
Winter Storms and Freeze Yes No
Earthquake Yes No
Tsunami Yes No
Major Transportation Incidents Yes No
Pandemic Outbreak Yes No
Hazardous Materials Yes No
Coastal Oil Spills Yes No
Nuclear Power Plant Yes No
Terrorism Yes No
Mass Migration Incident Yes No
Civil Disturbance Yes No
Critical Infrastructure Disruption (Cyber) Yes No
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Hazard
Included in
2018 State
HMP?
Included in 2015 Collier County LMS?
Special Events (Dignitary visits or events of
national significance) No No
Red Tide/Algae Bloom No No
The LMS working group evaluated the above list of hazards using existing hazard data, past disaster
declarations, local knowledge, and information from the 2018 State Plan and the 2015 Collier County Plan
to determine the significance of these hazards to the planning area. Significance was measured in general
terms and focused on key criteria such as frequency and resulting damage, which includes deaths and
injuries, as well as property and economic damage.
One key resource in this effort was the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ’s National
Center for Environmental Information (NCEI), which has been tracking various types of severe weather
since 1950. Their Storm Events Database contains an archive by county of destructive storm or weather
data and information which includes local, intense and damaging events. NCEI receives storm data from
the National Weather Service (NWS), which compiles their information from a variety of sources, including
but not limited to: county, state and federal emergency management officials; local law enforcement
officials; SkyWarn spotters; NWS damage surveys; newspaper clipping services; the insurance industry
and the general public, among others. The NCEI database contains 366 records of severe weather events
that occurred in Collier County in the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019. Table 2.2 summarizes these
events.
Table 2.2 – NCEI Severe Weather Reports for Collier County, 2000 – 2019
Type # of Events Property Damage Crop Damage Deaths Injuries
Coastal Flood 9 $71,000 0 0 0
Dense Fog 4 0 0 0 0
Drought 64 0 0 0 0
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 7 0 $34,030,000 0 0
Flash Flood 6 $300,000 0 0 0
Flood 11 $43,500 0 0 0
Frost/Freeze 22 0 $301,030,000 0 0
Funnel Cloud 25 0 0 0 0
Hail 39 0 0 0 0
Heavy Rain 5 $60,000 0 0 0
High Wind 2 $5,000 0 0 0
Hurricane (Typhoon) 4 $2,500,000 0 1 0
Lightning 27 $4,773,000 0 3 11
Rip Current 1 0 0 0 6
Storm Surge/Tide 5 $6,060,000 0 0 0
Thunderstorm Wind 54 $200,500 0 0 0
Tornado 24 $786,590 0 0 1
Tropical Storm 7 $70,000 0 0 0
Waterspout 6 0 0 0 0
Wildfire 17 $5,428,000 0 0 1
Total: 366 $20,297,590 $335,060,000 4 19
Source: National Center for Environmental Information Storm Events Database, September 2019
Note: Losses reflect totals for all impacted areas for each event.
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The LMS working group also researched past events that resulted in a federal and/or state emergency or
disaster declaration for Collier County in order to identify significant hazards. Federal and/or state disaster
declarations may be granted when the Governor certifies that the combined local, county and state
resources are insufficient, and that the situation is beyond their recovery capabilities. When the local
government’s capacity has been surpassed, a state disaster declaration may be issued, allowing for the
provision of state assistance. If the disaster is so severe that both the local and state government
capacities are exceeded, a federal emergency or disaster declaration may be issued allowing for the
provision of federal assistance.
Records of designated counties for FEMA major disaster declarations start in 1964. Since then, Florida has
been designated in 69 major disaster declarations, and Collier County, including the Immokalee Indian
Reservation, has been designated in 25 major disaster declarations, as detailed in Table 2.3, and 9
emergency declarations, as detailed in Table 2.4. Two such designations are for Hurricane Dorian – one
for Collier County and one for the Immokalee Reservation.
Table 2.3 – FEMA Major Disaster Declarations, Collier County
Disaster
# Dec. Date Incident Type Event Title
Individual
Assistance
Applications
Approved
Total Individual
and Households
Program Dollars
Approved
Total Public
Assistance Grant
Dollars Obligated
4341 9/27/2017 Hurricane Hurricane Irma
Seminole Tribe 3 $9,674.92 $3,794,477.53
4337 9/10/2017 Hurricane Hurricane Irma 774,691 $1,020,968,233.16 $1,825,881,275.84
4084 10/18/2012 Hurricane Hurricane Isaac -- -- $22,292,837.45
4068 7/3/2012 Tropical Storm Tropical Storm Debby 6,757 $27,791,929.44 $47,913,435.25
1785 8/24/2008 Tropical Storm Tropical Storm Fay 5,383 $19,216,129.55 $98,200,979.98
1609 10/24/2005 Hurricane Hurricane Wilma 227,320 $342,239,388.43 $1,491,325,871.49
1602 8/28/2005 Hurricane Hurricane Katrina -- -- $188,865,729.15
1561 9/26/2004 Hurricane Hurricane Jeanne 180,826 $398,620,293.65 $520,360,976.27
1551 9/16/2004 Hurricane Hurricane Ivan 79,390 $164,517,307.53 $695,021,414.57
1545 9/4/2004 Hurricane Hurricane Frances 229,577 $411,815,685.98 $682,789,667.24
1539 8/13/2004 Severe
Storm(s)
Hurricane Charley
and Tropical Storm
Bonnie
116,769 $208,970,753.97 $611,396,718.48
1393 9/28/2001 Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Gabrielle -- -- $22,990,447.07
1359 2/5/2001 Freeze Severe freeze -- -- --
1345 10/4/2000 Severe
Storm(s)
Heavy rains and
flooding -- -- $288,481,152.48
1306 10/20/1999 Hurricane Hurricane Irene -- -- $106,261,560.28
1223 6/18/1998 Fire Extreme Fire Hazard -- -- --
1195 1/6/1998 Tornado Tornadoes -- -- --
1069 10/4/1995 Hurricane Hurricane Opal -- -- --
982 3/13/1993 Severe
Storm(s)
Tornadoes, flooding,
high winds, tides,
freezing
-- -- --
955 8/24/1992 Hurricane Hurricane Andrew -- -- --
851 1/15/1990 Freeze Severe freeze -- -- --
732 3/18/1985 Freeze Severe freeze -- -- --
526 1/31/1977 Severe
Storm(s)
Severe winter
weather -- -- --
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Disaster
# Dec. Date Incident Type Event Title
Individual
Assistance
Applications
Approved
Total Individual
and Households
Program Dollars
Approved
Total Public
Assistance Grant
Dollars Obligated
304 3/15/1971 Freeze Freeze -- -- --
209 9/14/1965 Hurricane Hurricane Betsy -- -- --
Source: FEMA Disaster Declarations Summary, January 2020
Note: Number of applications approved, and all dollar values represent totals for all counties included in disaster declaration.
Table 2.4 – FEMA Emergency Declarations, Collier County
Disaster # Dec. Date Incident Type Event Title/Description
3419/3420 8/31/2019 Hurricane Hurricane Dorian
3385 9/5/2017 Hurricane Hurricane Irma
3288 8/21/2008 Tropical Storm Tropical Storm Fay
3131 9/25/1998 Hurricane Hurricane Georges
3259 9/20/2005 Tropical Storm Tropical Storm Rita
3220 9/5/2005 Hurricane Hurricane Katrina Evacuation
3150 10/15/1999 Hurricane Hurricane Irene
3139 4/27/1999 Fire Fire Hazard
Source: FEMA Disaster Declarations Summary, January 2020
Using the above information and additional discussion, the LMS working group evaluated each hazard’s
significance to the planning area in order to decide which hazards to include in this plan update. Some
hazard titles have been updated either to better encompass the full scope of a hazard or to assess closely
related hazards together. Table 2.5 summaries the determination made for each hazard.
Table 2.5 – Hazard Evaluation Results
Hazard Included in this
plan update? Explanation for Decision
Natural Hazards
Flood Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan and 2018 State plan addressed this
hazard. As a coastal county, over 95 percent of the county is within
the 100-year-floodplain, and the county is also vulnerable to
localized and stormwater flooding.
Tropical Cyclones Yes
Both the 2015 Collier County plan and the 2018 State plan addressed
Tropical Cyclones. Since 1965, the county has received 14 Major
Disaster declarations from FEMA for Hurricanes/Tropical storms.
Severe Storms and
Tornadoes Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan profiled these hazards together. The
County experienced 78 thunderstorm and tornado events causing
close to $1m in damages.
Wildfire Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan as well as the 2018 State plan
addressed this hazard. According to NCEI, in the past 20 years Collier
County has had 17 wildfire events.
Coastal Erosion Yes
The 2015 Collier County Floodplain Management Plan classified
erosion as a priority hazard with a high likelihood of future
occurrence.
Drought Yes
Although drought was excluded from the 2015 LMS, NCEI records 64
drought events between 2000-2019. The LMS working group decided
this hazard was worth assessment.
Extreme Heat Yes The 2015 Collier County plan did not address this hazard, however
the LMS working group decided to include it in this plan update.
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Hazard Included in this
plan update? Explanation for Decision
Sea Level Rise and
other Climate Change
Characteristics
Yes
Sea Level Rise and Climate Change were addressed in the 2015
Collier County floodplain management plan as well as the 2018 State
plan. NOAA’s Sea Level Rise Viewer shows the County will experience
impacts from even just one foot of sea level rise.
Sink Holes Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Sink Holes, but the
2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include it in
this update.
Winter Storms and
Freeze No
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Winter Storms and
Freeze, but the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to
include it in this update.
Earthquake Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Earthquake, but the
2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include it in
this update.
Tsunami Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Tsunami, but the 2018
State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include it in this
update.
Technological and Human-Caused Hazards & Threats
Major Transportation
Incidents Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address this hazard, but the
LMS working group chose to include it in this plan update. The plan
area has many bridges and major transportation routes.
Pandemic Outbreak Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Pandemic Outbreak,
but the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include
it in this update.
Hazardous Materials Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Hazardous Materials,
but the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include
it in this update. The County has 13 sites listed on the Toxic Release
Inventory.
Coastal Oil Spills Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Coastal Oil Spills, but
the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include it in
this update.
Nuclear Power Plant Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Nuclear Power Plant
incidents, but the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose
to include it in this update. The southeastern corner of the County is
in the Turkey Point Nuclear Power Facility Ingestion Exposure
Pathway.
Terrorism Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Terrorism, but the 2018
State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include it in this
update.
Mass Migration
Incident Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Mass Migration
Incident, but the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose
to include it in this update.
Civil Disturbance Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Civil Disturbance, but
the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include it in
this update.
Critical Infrastructure
Disruption (Cyber) Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Critical Infrastructure
Disruption, but the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group
chose to include it in this update.
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Hazard Included in this
plan update? Explanation for Decision
Special Events
(Dignitary visits or
events of national
significance)
Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Special Events, but the
2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include it in
this update.
Red Tide/Algae Bloom Yes
The 2015 Collier County plan did not address Red Tide/Algae Bloom,
but the 2018 State plan did. The LMS working group chose to include
it in this update.
2.3 RISK ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY AND ASSUMPTIONS
The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires that the LMS working group evaluate the risks associated
with each of the hazards identified in the planning process. Each hazard was evaluated to determine its
probability of future occurrence and potential impact. A vulnerability assessment was conducted for each
hazard using either quantitative or qualitative methods depending on the available data, to determine its
potential to cause significant human and/or monetary losses. A consequence analysis was also completed
for each hazard.
Each hazard is profiled in the following format:
Hazard Description
This section provides a description of the hazard, including discussion of its speed of onset and duration,
as well as any secondary effects followed by details specific to the Collier County planning area.
Location
This section includes information on the hazard’s physical extent, with mapped boundaries where
applicable.
Extent
This section includes information on the hazard extent in terms of magnitude, describe how the severity
of the hazard can be measured. Where available, the most severe event on record used as a frame of
reference.
Historical Occurrences
This section contains information on historical events, including the location and consequences of all past
events on record within or near the Collier County planning area.
Probability of Future Occurrence
This section gauges the likelihood of future occurrences based on past events and existing data. The
frequency is determined by dividing the number of events observed by the number of years on record
and multiplying by 100. This provides the percent chance of the event happening in any given year
according to historical occurrence (e.g. 10 winter storm events over a 30 -year period equates to a 33
percent chance of experiencing a severe winter storm in any given year). The likelihood of future
occurrences is categorized into one of the classifications as follows:
Highly Likely – Near or more than 100 percent chance of occurrence within the next year
Likely – Between 10 and 100 percent chance of occurrence within the next year (recurrence
interval of 10 years or less)
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Possible – Between 1 and 10 percent chance of occurrence within the next year (recurrence
interval of 11 to 100 years)
Unlikely – Less than 1 percent chance or occurrence within the next 100 years (recurrence interval
of greater than every 100 years)
Climate Change
Where applicable, this section discusses how climate change may or may not influence the risk posed by
the hazard on the planning area in the future.
Vulnerability Assessme nt
This section quantifies, to the extent feasible using best available data, assets at risk to natural hazards
and potential loss estimates. People, properties and critical facilities, and environmental assets that are
vulnerable to the hazard are identified. Future development is also discussed in this section, including
how exposure to the hazard may change in the future or how development may affect hazard risk.
The vulnerability assessments followed the methodology described in the FEMA publication
Understanding Your Risks—Identifying Hazards and Estimating Losses (August 2001). The vulnerability
assessment first describes the total vulnerability and values at risk and then discusses vulnerability by
hazard. Data used to support this assessment included the following:
Geographic Information System (GIS) datasets, including building footprints, topography, aerial
photography, and transportation layers;
Hazard layer GIS datasets from state and federal agencies;
Written descriptions of inventory and risks provided by the 2018 Florida Enhanced State Hazard
Mitigation Plan;
Written descriptions of inventory and risks provided by the 2015 Collier County Local Mitigation
Strategy and the 2015 Collier County Floodplain Management Plan;
Exposure and vulnerability estimates derived using local parcel and building data; and
Crop insurance claims by cause from USDA’s Risk Management Agency.
Two distinct risk assessment methodologies were used in the formation of the vulnerability assessment.
The first consists of a quantitative analysis that relies upon best available data and technology, while the
second approach consists of a qualitative analysis that relies on local knowledge and rational decision
making. The quantitative analysis involved the use of FEMA’s Hazus-MH, a nationally applicable
standardized set of models for estimating potential losses from earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes.
Hazus uses a statistical approach and mathematical modeling of risk to predict a hazard’s frequency of
occurrence and estimated impacts based on recorded or historic damage information. The Hazus risk
assessment methodology is parametric, in that distinct hazard and inventory parameters —such as wind
speed and building type—were modeled using the Hazus software to determine the impact on the built
environment. Collier County’s GIS-based risk assessment was completed using data collected from local,
regional and national sources that included Collier County, Florida DEM, and FEMA.
Vulnerability can be quantified in those instances where there is a known, identified hazard area, such as
a mapped floodplain. In these instances, the numbers and types of buildings subject to the identified
hazard can be counted and their values tabulated. Other information can be collected regarding the
hazard area, such as the location of critical facilities, historic structures, and valued natural resources (e.g.,
an identified wetland or endangered species habitat). Together, this information conveys the vulnerability
of that area to that hazard.
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Priority Risk Index
The conclusions drawn from the hazard profiling and vulnerability assessment process can be used to
prioritize all potential hazards to the Collier County planning area. The Priority Risk Index (PRI) was applied
for this purpose because it provides a standardized numerical value so that hazards can be compared
against one another (the higher the PRI value, the greater the hazard risk). PRI values are obtained by
assigning varying degrees of risk to five categories for each hazard (probability, impact, spatial extent,
warning time, and duration). Each degree of risk was assigned a value (1 to 4) and a weighting factor as
summarized in Table 2.6.
PRI ratings by category for the planning area as a whole are provided throughout each hazard profile.
Ratings specific to each jurisdiction are provided at the end of each hazard profile. The results of the risk
assessment and overall PRI scoring are provided in Section 2.6 Conclusions on Hazard Risk.
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Table 2.6 – Priority Risk Index
RISK ASSESSMENT
CATEGORY
LEVEL DEGREE OF RISK CRITERIA INDEX WEIGHT
PROBABILITY
What is the likelihood of
a hazard event occurring
in a given year?
UNLIKELY LESS THAN 1% ANNUAL PROBABILITY 1
30%
POSSIBLE BETWEEN 1 & 10% ANNUAL PROBABILITY 2
LIKELY BETWEEN 10 &100% ANNUAL PROBABILITY 3
HIGHLY LIKELY 100% ANNUAL PROBABILTY 4
IMPACT
In terms of injuries,
damage, or death, would
you anticipate impacts
to be minor, limited,
critical, or catastrophic
when a significant
hazard event occurs?
MINOR
VERY FEW INJURIES, IF ANY. ONLY MINOR PROPERTY
DAMAGE & MINIMAL DISRUPTION ON QUALITY OF LIFE.
TEMPORARY SHUTDOWN OF CRITICAL FACILITIES.
1
30%
LIMITED
MINOR INJURIES ONLY. MORE THAN 10% OF PROPERTY IN
AFFECTED AREA DAMAGED OR DESTROYED. COMPLETE
SHUTDOWN OF CRITICAL FACILITIES FOR > 1 DAY
2
CRITICAL
MULTIPLE DEATHS/INJURIES POSSIBLE.
MORE THAN 25% OF PROPERTY IN AFFECTED AREA
DAMAGED OR DESTROYED. COMPLETE SHUTDOWN OF
CRITICAL FACILITIES FOR > 1 WEEK.
3
CATASTROPHIC
HIGH NUMBER OF DEATHS/INJURIES POSSIBLE. MORE
THAN 50% OF PROPERTY IN AFFECTED AREA DAMAGED OR
DESTROYED. COMPLETE SHUTDOWN OF CRITICAL
FACILITIES > 30 DAYS.
4
SPATIAL EXTENT
How large of an area
could be impacted by a
hazard event? Are
impacts localized or
regional?
NEGLIGIBLE LESS THAN 1% OF AREA AFFECTED 1
20%
SMALL BETWEEN 1 & 10% OF AREA AFFECTED 2
MODERATE BETWEEN 10 & 50% OF AREA AFFECTED 3
LARGE BETWEEN 50 & 100% OF AREA AFFECTED 4
WARNING TIME
Is there usually some
lead time associated
with the hazard event?
Have warning measures
been implemented?
MORE THAN 24 HRS SELF DEFINED 1
10%
12 TO 24 HRS SELF DEFINED 2
6 TO 12 HRS SELF DEFINED 3
LESS THAN 6 HRS SELF DEFINED 4
DURATION
How long does the
hazard event usually
last?
LESS THAN 6 HRS SELF DEFINED 1
10%
LESS THAN 24 HRS SELF DEFINED 2
LESS THAN 1 WEEK SELF DEFINED 3
MORE THAN 1 WEEK SELF DEFINED 4
The sum of all five risk assessment categories equals the final PRI value, demonstrated in the equation
below (the highest possible PRI value is 4.0).
PRI = [(PROBABILITY x .30) + (IMPACT x .30) + (SPATIAL EXTENT x .20) + (WARNING TIME x .10) + (DURATION x .10)]
The purpose of the PRI is to categorize and prioritize all potential hazards for the Collier County planning
area as high, moderate, or low risk. The summary hazard classifications generated using the PRI allows for
the prioritization of those high and moderate hazard risks for mitigation planning purposes. Mitigation
actions are not necessarily developed for hazards identified as low risk through this process.
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2.4 ASSET INVENTORY
An inventory of assets within Collier County was compiled to identify those structures potentially at risk
to the identified hazards and assess the level of vulnerability. Assets include elements such as buildings,
property, business/industry goods, and civil infrastructure. Building footprint, foundation type, and
building value data were provided by Collier County. By identifying the type and number of assets that
exist and where they are in relation to known hazard areas, the relative risk and vulnerability for such
assets can be assessed.
2.4.1 Building Exposure
The properties identified to be at risk include all improved properties in Collier County and its incorporated
jurisdictions according to parcel and building footprint data provided by Collier County. The information
is provided in Table 2.7.
Table 2.7 – Collier County Building Exposure by Jurisdiction and Occupancy
Occupancy Estimated
Parcel Count Structure Value Estimated Content
Value Total Value
Everglades City 559 $63,766,737 $41,405,956 $105,172,693
Commercial 40 $6,532,698 $6,532,698 $13,065,396
Education 2 $5,970,494 $5,970,494 $11,940,988
Government 12 $4,201,718 $4,201,718 $8,403,436
Industrial 10 $677,235 $1,015,853 $1,693,088
Religious 4 $985,794 $985,794 $1,971,588
Residential 491 $45,398,798 $22,699,399 $68,098,197
Immokalee
Reservation 1 $32,843,815 $16,421,908 $49,265,723
Residential 1 $32,843,815 $16,421,908 $49,265,723
Marco Island 18,938 $8,456,653,079 $4,321,417,171 $12,778,070,250
Commercial 271 $110,002,047 $110,002,047 $220,004,094
Education 2 $21,217,449 $21,217,449 $42,434,898
Government 22 $18,316,045 $18,316,045 $36,632,090
Industrial 15 $3,884,325 $5,826,488 $9,710,813
Religious 9 $28,877,072 $28,877,072 $57,754,144
Residential 18,619 $8,274,356,141 $4,137,178,071 $12,411,534,212
Naples 19,648 $15,061,447,248 $8,031,303,248 $23,092,750,496
Commercial 406 $684,149,867 $684,149,867 $1,368,299,734
Education 7 $71,175,419 $71,175,419 $142,350,838
Government 79 $154,495,988 $154,495,988 $308,991,976
Industrial 22 $26,951,820 $40,427,730 $67,379,550
Religious 23 $37,434,333 $37,434,333 $74,868,666
Residential 19,111 $14,087,239,821 $7,043,619,911 $21,130,859,732
Unincorporated
Collier County 166,272 $52,057,903,949 $28,524,521,680 $80,582,425,629
Agriculture 535 $89,139,393 $89,139,393 $178,278,786
Commercial 2,109 $2,126,531,891 $2,126,531,891 $4,253,063,782
Education 77 $875,549,728 $875,549,728 $1,751,099,456
Government 344 $539,499,844 $539,499,844 $1,078,999,688
Industrial 894 $546,290,183 $819,435,275 $1,365,725,458
Religious 132 $267,838,189 $267,838,189 $535,676,378
Residential 162,181 $47,613,054,721 $23,806,527,361 $71,419,582,082
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Occupancy Estimated
Parcel Count Structure Value Estimated Content
Value Total Value
Countywide Total 205,418 $75,672,614,828 $40,935,069,962 $116,607,684,790
Agriculture 535 $89,139,393 $89,139,393 $178,278,786
Commercial 2,826 $2,927,216,503 $2,927,216,503 $5,854,433,006
Education 88 $973,913,090 $973,913,090 $1,947,826,180
Government 457 $716,513,595 $716,513,595 $1,433,027,190
Industrial 941 $577,803,563 $866,705,345 $1,444,508,908
Religious 168 $335,135,388 $335,135,388 $670,270,776
Residential 200,403 $70,052,893,296 $35,026,446,648 $105,079,339,944
Source: Collier County parcel data, 2019
Note: Content value estimations are generally based on the FEMA Hazus methodology of estimating value
as a percent of improved structure values by property type. The residential property type assumes a
content replacement value equal to 50% of the building value. Agricultural and commercial property
types assume a content replacement value equal to 100% of the building value. The industrial property
type assumes a content replacement value equal to 150% of the building value.
2.4.2 Critical Facilities and Infrastructure Exposure
Of significant concern with respect to any disaster event is the location of critical facilities and
infrastructure in the planning area. Critical facilities are often defined as those essential services and
lifelines that, if damaged during an emergency event, would result in severe consequences to public
health, safety, and welfare. Critical facility information is regularly updated by the County. Critical facilities
and infrastructure in Collier County are listed by type in Table 2.8. A detailed list of critical facilities is
provided in each jurisdictional annex. These facilities were identified and verified by the LMS working
group.
Table 2.8 – Critical Facilities and Infrastructure in Collier County
Jurisdiction Schools Fire & EMS Government Hazardous Materials Health Police Dept. Public Works Utilities Transportation Water Total Unincorporated Collier County 47 56 1 101 54 2 20 21 12 15 329
Everglades City 1 2 1 3 - - 1 - 1 - 9
Immokalee Reservation - - - - - - - 1 - - 1
Marco Island 2 3 1 4 2 1 1 2 2 2 20
Naples 5 11 1 8 12 4 1 2 2 - 46
Countywide Total 55 72 4 116 68 7 23 26 17 17 405
Source: Collier County
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2.5 HAZARD PROFILES, ANALYSIS, AND VULNERABILITY
2.5.1 Flood
Hazard Description
Flooding is defined by the rising and overflowing of water onto normally dry land. As defined by FEMA, a
flood is a general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of two or more acres of
normally dry land area or of two or more properties. Flooding can result from an overflow of inland waters
or an unusual accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source.
Flooding is the most frequent and costly of all natural hazards in the United States and has caused more
than 10,000 deaths since 1900. Approximately 90 percent of presidentially declared disasters result from
flood-related natural hazard events. Taken as a whole, more frequent, localized flooding problems that
do not meet federal disaster declaration thresholds ultimately cause most damages across the United
States.
Sources and Types of Flooding
Per the 2012 Flood Insurance Study (FIS), flooding results from two major sources in Collier county. Coastal
areas are subject to inundation from ocean surges, whereas inland areas can become flooded when
rainfall accumulates in low, flat areas. Rainfall primarily occurs during thunderstorms in the summer
months, with additional rainfall resulting from the passage of hurricanes. A transition region near the
coast is vulnerable to both rainfall and ocean surge flooding. Coastal lands typically lie below an elevation
of 9 feet, North America Vertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD88), and are subject to flooding from hurricanes
and tropical storms.
The general topography of Collier County is extremely flat, with land slopes on the order o f 1 foot per mile
to 0.5 foot per mile in the interior regions. There are no major natural streams, such as those found in
areas of steeper topography. Rather, flow occurs over wide, flat areas, in sloughs, and through manmade
canal systems. Natural, well-drained channels are apparent only close to the coast. The lack of steep
slopes precludes rapid runoff; therefor, water accumulates in ponded areas and slowly infiltrates the
groundwater system or sluggishly drains over the land.
Coastal Tidal Flooding: All lands bordering the Gulf Coast are susceptible to tidal effects and flooding.
Coastal land such as sand bars, barrier islands and deltas provide a buffer zone to help protect human life
and real property relative to the sea much as flood plains provide a buffer zone along rivers and other
bodies of water. Coastal floods usually occur because of abnormally high tides or tidal waves, storm surge
and heavy rains in combination with high tides, tropical storms and hurricanes.
Overland Sheet Flow: Due to the relative flatness of Collier County’s topography, historical water flow
has always been shallow overland sheet flow during the wet season, when this flow enters sloughs and
the man-made canal system.
Shallow Ponding: Because much of the County is flat, whatever rainfall doesn’t she flow from an area
tends to pond and percolate into the ground, causing water tables to rise during the wet season to within
a foot or less of the ground in most of Collier County, so there is little soil storage.
Other forms of flooding in the county might include:
Flash or Rapid Flooding: A flash flood occurs when water levels rise at an extremely fast rate as a result
of intense rainfall over a brief period, possibly from slow-moving intense thunderstorms and sometimes
combined with saturated soil, or impermeable surfaces. Flash flooding can happen in Special Flood Hazard
Areas (SFHAs) as delineated by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and can also happen in areas
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not associated with floodplains. Flash flood hazards caused by surface water runoff are most common in
urbanized areas, where greater population density generally equates to more impervious surface (e.g.,
pavement and buildings) which increases the amount of surface water generated.
Flash flooding is a dangerous form of flooding which can reach full peak in only a few minutes. Rapid
onset allows little or no time for protective measures. Flash flood waters move at very fast speeds and
can move boulders, tear out trees, scour channels, destroy buildings, and obliterate bridges. Flash
flooding can result in higher loss of life, both human and animal, than slower developing river and stream
flooding.
Localized/Stormwater Flooding: Localized stormwater flooding can occur throughout Collier County.
Localized stormwater flooding occurs when heavy rainfall and an accumulation of runoff overburden the
stormwater drainage system. The cause of localized stormwater flooding in Collier County can be
attributed to its generally flat topography, among other factors.
Localized flooding may be caused by the following issues:
Inadequate Capacity – An undersized/under capacity pipe system can cause water to back-up
behind a structure which can lead to areas of ponded water and/or overtopping of banks.
Clogged Inlets – Debris covering the asphalt apron and the top of grate at catch basin inlets may
contribute to an inadequate flow of stormwater into the system. Debris within the basin itself
may also reduce the efficiency of the system by reducing the carrying capacity.
Blocked Drainage Outfalls – Debris blockage or structural damage at drainage outfalls may
prevent the system from discharging runoff, which may lead to a back-up of stormwater within
the system.
Improper Grade – Poorly graded asphalt around catch basin inlets may prevent stormwater
from entering the catch basin as designed. Areas of settled asphalt may create low spots within
the roadway that allow for areas of ponded water.
While localized flooding may not be as destructive as coastal flooding, it is a chronic problem. The
repetitive damage caused by such flooding can add up. Sewers may back up, yards can be inundated, and
homes, businesses and vehicles can be flooded. Drainage and sewer systems not design to carry the
capacity currently needed to handle increased storm runoff can cause water to back into basements and
damage mechanical systems. These impacts, and other localized flooding impacts, can create public health
and safety concerns.
In addition to these different types of flooding, flooding in Collier County is a factor of the amount and
timing of rainfall and the tide cycle elevation. The amount of rainfall occurring in March would not have
the same flooding effect if the same amount occurred in September. During the dry season, the water
table elevation typically drops to several feet below natural ground elevations. This allows for larger
storage volume in the soil, lakes, canals, ditches, and swales. During the wet season, however, the water
table elevation is often near the natural ground surface, lakes are filled, and ditches are flowing. The
rainfall added to such conditions creates more stormwater runoff.
Flooding and Floodplains
In coastal areas, flooding occurs due to high tides, tidal waves, storm surge, or heavy rains. In these areas,
flood hazards typically include the added risk of wave action delineated by the VE Zone and Coastal AE
Zone. Wave height and intensity decreases as floodwaters move inland. Figure 2.1 shows the typical
coastal floodplain and the breakdown of flood zones in these settings. These flood zones are discussed
further in Table 2.9
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Figure 2.1 – Characteristics of a Coastal Floodplain
Source: FEMA
In its common usage, the floodplain most often refers to that area that is inundated by the “100 -year
flood,” which is the flood that has a 1% chance in any given year of being equaled or exceeded. The 500-
year flood is the flood that has a 0.2 percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. The
potential for flooding can change and increase through various land use changes and changes to land
surface, which result in a change to the floodplain. A change in environment can create localized flooding
problems inside and outside of natural floodplains by altering or confining natural drainage channels.
These changes are most often created by human activity.
The 100-year flood, which is the minimum standard used by most federal and state agencies, is used by
the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as the standard for floodplain management and to
determine the need for flood insurance. Participation in the NFIP requires adoption and enforcement of
a local floodplain management ordinance which is intended to prevent unsafe development in the
floodplain, thereby reducing future flood damages. Participation in the NFIP allows for the federal
government to make flood insurance available within the community as a financial protection against
flood losses. Since floods have an annual probability of occurrence, have a known magnitude, depth and
velocity for each event, and in most cases, have a map indicating where they will likely occur, they are in
many ways often the most predictable and manageable hazard.
Warning Time: 3 – 6 to 12 hours
Duration: 3 – Less than 1 week
Location
Figure 2.2 reflects the effective mapped flood insurance zones for Collier County. Maps for each
participating jurisdiction are provided in the jurisdictional annexes.
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Figure 2.2 – FEMA Flood Hazard Areas in Collier County
Source: FEMA Effective DFIRM
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Extent
Flood extent can be defined by the amount of land in the floodplain and the potential magnitude of
flooding as measured by flood height and velocity.
Regulated floodplains are illustrated on inundation maps called Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). It is
the official map for a community on which FEMA has delineated both the Special Flood Hazard Areas
(SFHAs) and the risk premium zones applicable to the community. SFHAs represent the areas subject to
inundation by the 100-year flood event. Structures located within the SFHA have a 26-percent chance of
flooding during the life of a standard 30-year mortgage. Flood prone areas were identified within Collier
County using the Effective FIRMs, dated May 16, 2012. Table 2.9 summarizes the flood insurance zones
identified by the Digital FIRM (DFIRM).
Table 2.9 – Mapped Flood Insurance Zones within Collier County
Zone Description
VE
Also known as the coastal high hazard areas. They are areas subject to high velocity water
including waves; they are defined by the 1% annual chance (base) flood limits (also known as the
100-year flood) and wave effects 3 feet or greater. The hazard zone is mapped with base flood
elevations (BFEs) that reflect the combined influence of stillwater flood elevations, primary
frontal dunes, and wave effects 3 feet or greater.
AE
AE Zones, also within the 100-year flood limits, are defined with BFEs that reflect the combined
influence of stillwater flood elevations and wave effects less than 3 feet. The AE Zone generally
extends from the landward VE zone limit to the limits of the 100-year flood from coastal sources,
or until it reaches the confluence with riverine flood sources. The AE Zones also depict the SFHA
due to riverine flood sources, but instead of being subdivided into separate zones of differing
BFEs with possible wave effects added, they represent the flood profile determined by hydrologic
and hydraulic investigations and have no wave effects. The Coastal AE Zone is differentiated from
the AE Zone by the Limit of Moderate Wave Action (LiMWA) and includes areas susceptible to
wave action between 1.5 to 3 feet.
AH
Areas subject to inundation by 1% -annual-chance shallow flooding (usually areas of ponding)
where average depths are between one and three feet. Base Flood Elevations (BFEs) derived
from detailed hydraulic analyses are shown in this zone.
A
Areas with a 1% annual chance of flooding and a 26% chance of flooding over the life of a 30‐
year mortgage. Because detailed analyses are not performed for such areas, no depths or base
flood elevations are shown within these zones.
0.2% Annual
Chance (shaded
Zone X)
Moderate risk areas within the 0.2-percent-annual-chance floodplain, areas of 1-percent-
annual-chance flooding where average depths are less than 1 foot, areas of 1-percent-annual-
chance flooding where the contributing drainage area is less than 1 square mile, and areas
protected from the 1-percent-annual-chance flood by a levee. No BFEs or base flood depths are
shown within these zones. (Zone X (shaded) is used on new and revised maps in place of Zone
B.)
Zone X
(unshaded)
Minimal risk areas outside the 1-percent and .2-percent-annual-chance floodplains. No BFEs or
base flood depths are shown within these zones. Zone X (unshaded) is used on new and revised
maps in place of Zone C.
Over 95 percent of Collier County falls within the SFHA. Table 2.10 provides a summary of the County’s
total area (excluding open water) by flood zone on the 2012 effective DFIRM. Figure 2.3 shows the depth
of flooding predicted from a 1% annual chance flood.
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Table 2.10 – Flood Zone Acreage in Collier County
Flood Zone Acreage Percent of Total (%)
Everglades City
A 0.0 0.0%
AE 608.4 80.3%
AH 0.0 0.0%
VE 147.6 19.5%
Unshaded X 0.0 0.0%
0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard 1.2 0.2%
Total 757.3 --
SFHA Total 756.0 99.8%
Immokalee Reservation
A 0.0 0.0%
AE 519.3 86.6%
AH 2.1 0.4%
VE 0.0 0.0%
Unshaded X 61.1 10.2%
0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard 17.2 2.9%
Total 599.6 --
SFHA Total 521.4 86.9%
Marco Island
A 0.0 0.0%
AE 9,858.1 62.5%
AH 0.0 0.0%
VE 5,623.2 35.7%
Unshaded X 235.5 1.5%
0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard 51.2 0.3%
Total 15,768.0 --
SFHA Total 15,481.3 98.2%
Naples
A 0.0 0.0%
AE 7,198.0 59.9%
AH 449.7 3.7%
VE 2,998.3 25.0%
Unshaded X 772.5 6.4%
0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard 597.0 5.0%
Total 12,015.5 --
SFHA Total 10,646.0 88.6%
Unincorporated Collier County
A 660,494.5 49%
AE 294,133.9 21.8%
AH 280,605.8 20.8%
VE 55,582.8 4.1%
Unshaded X 19,963.0 1.5%
0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard 37,174.7 2.8%
Total 1,347,954.7 --
SFHA Total 1,290,817.0 95.8%
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Flood Zone Acreage Percent of Total (%)
Collier County Total
A 660,494.5 48.0%
AE 312,317.7 22.7%
AH 281,057.6 20.4%
VE 64,351.9 4.7%
Unshaded X 38,243.8 2.8%
0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard 20,629.6 1.5%
Total 1,377,095.0 --
SFHA Total 1,318,221.7 95.7%
Source: FEMA Effective DFIRM
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Figure 2.3 – Flood Depth, 100-Year Floodplain, Collier County
Source: FEMA Effective DFIRM
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The NFIP utilizes the 100-year flood as a basis for floodplain management. The Flood Insurance Study
(FIS) defines the probability of flooding as flood events of a magnitude which are expected to be equaled
or exceeded once on the average during any 100-year period (recurrence intervals). Considered another
way, properties in a 100-year flood zone have a one percent probability of flooding during any given year.
Mortgage lenders require that owners of properties with federally -backed mortgages located within
SFHAs purchase and maintain flood insurance policies on their properties. Consequently, newer and
recently purchased properties in the community are typically insured against flooding.
Impact: 3 – Critical
Spatial Extent: 3 – Moderate
Historical Occurrences
Table 2.11 details the historical occurrences of flooding identified from 2000 through 2019 by NCEI Storm
Events database. It should be noted that only those historical occurrences listed in the NCEI database are
shown here and that other, unrecorded or unreported events may have occurred within the planning area
during this timeframe.
Table 2.11 – NCEI Records of Flooding, 2000-2019
Type Event Count Deaths/ Injuries Reported Property Damage
Coastal Flood 9 0/0 $71,000
Flash Flood 6 0/0 $300,000
Flood 11 0/0 $43,500
Heavy Rain 4 0/0 $60,000
Storm Surge 5 0/0 $6,060,000
Total 35 0/0 $6,534,500
Source: NCEI
According to NCEI, 35 recorded flood events affected the planning area from 2000 to 2019 causing an
estimated $6,534,500 in property damage, with no fatalities, injuries, or crop damage.
Table 2.12 provides a summary of this historical information by location. It is important to note that many
of the events attributed to the county are countywide or include incorporated areas. Similarly, though
some events have a starting location identified, the event may have covered a larger area including
multiple jurisdictions. Still, this list provides an indication of areas that may be particularly flood prone.
Table 2.12 – Summary of Historical Flood Occurrences by Location, 2000-2019
Location Event Count Deaths/Injuries Property Damage
Immokalee Reservation 2 0/0 $0
Marco Island 5 0/0 $193,000
Naples 10 0/0 $50,500
Unincorporated/Countywide 18 0/0 $6,291,000
Total 35 0/0 $6,534,500
Source: NCEI
The following event narratives are provided in the NCEI Storm Events Database and illustrate the impacts
of flood events on the county:
July 23, 2001 – At least four residences and 20 vehicles were damaged by flood waters on Marco Island
and in East Naples. 48-hour rainfall amounts of 4 to 10 inches of rain were measured over southwest
Florida as a trough of low pressure stalled in the eastern Gulf of Me xico. Radar estimated 8-12 inches of
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rain fell over a 96-hour period in Marco Island. Strong onshore winds caused some minor tidal flooding of
streets.
September 29, 2003 – Very heavy rainfall fell across southwest Florida with radar estimated amount of 8
to 10 inches. Naples measured a record 6.99 inches. The resulting flood closed numerous roads in Collier
County. Numerous cars were stalled. Houses and businesses, including a shopping mall, suffered minor
flood damage.
October 24, 2005 – Hurricane Wilma produced a maximum measured storm tide of 8 feet at the USGS
tide gauge at the Turner River near Chokoloskee in southern Collier County, with a storm surge of 7 feet
after subtracting a 1-foot astronomical tide. Significant damage to structures close to the water was
observed in Chokoloskee, along with some washing out of part of the road leading to the town. A storm
tide of 7 feet was estimated in Marco Island by Collier County Emergency Management, along with
significant beach erosion. An NWS survey team estimated a storm tide of 4 feet in Everglades City based
on debris line heights, with little structural damage. The NOS tide gauge in Naples recorded a maximum
storm tide of 4.8 feet, with a storm surge of 3.8 feet after considering astronomical tide levels.
July 16, 2008 – A low pressure area over the eastern Gulf of Mexico provided a moist southwest flow
across South Florida, leading to heavy rain bands which set up along portions of the Southwest Florida
gulf coast. A combination of 6 to 8 inches of rain over a short period of time and high tide caused flooding
on Marco Island. Coconuts, palm fronds, and plastic bags also clogged storm drains at some locations,
exacerbating the flooding. One towing company in Marco Island pulled out 35 to 40 cars alone. Water
reached around 2 feet deep in some roadways and a few inches deep in some residences. Several roads
were closed, including the main bridge connecting Marco Island to the Mainland.
August 27, 2012 – Tropical Storm Isaac moved west-northwest across the Florida Straits south of the
Florida Keys on August 26th. The northern edge of the wind and rain area associated with Isaac affected
the South Florida peninsula throughout the day on the 26th. Severe beach erosion and coastal flooding
occurred in Collier County on Monday, August 27th as the center of the storm moved into the Gulf of
Mexico. A storm surge of 2.05 feet was measured at the Naples pier. Farther east along the coast,
inundation depths as high as 3 feet were reported in Goodland and Everglades city. Inundation in the
Naples area was about 1 foot. Most damage from coastal flooding was to infrastructure in Goodland and
Everglades City areas and was estimated at $400,000. Severe beach erosion in the Naples and Marco
Island areas led to damaged estimated at $5.6 million.
August 4, 2014 – Intense rainfall associated with several bands of thunderstorms developed across much
of the Naples area during the early afternoon. The band moved little between 1230 and 1500 EDT with
the training of cells leading to copious rain amounts and severe street flooding in parts of Naples and
Golden Gate. The first report stated that at least two feet of water was on roads near Airport Road and
Mercantile Avenue with cars stalled out. The Collier County Sheriff’s Office reported at around 1510 EDT
that there was severe flooding and stalled vehicles from Collier Blvd. to Tamiami Trail with some roads
closed. Rainfall totals included 7 inches at Naples Beach Hotel and Club with 6.73 inches at the Naples
Municipal Airport. A trained spotter measured 4.21 inches in just under an hour in the area of Airport and
Pine Ridge Roads. A few businesses had water enter their structures, with one business estimating
$12,000 in damage. Over 300 cars were towed from area streets due to stalling in deep water. Damage
total indicated in this report is estimated and based on number of cars stalled as well as the damage to
businesses from water intrusion.
June 6, 2017 – A disturbance meandering across the Gulf of Mexico in combination with an upper level
system across the western Gulf of Mexico lead to nearly a week of heavy rainfall across South Florida. The
heaviest rainfall fell in the corridor from Marco Island and southern Collier county northeast into Broward
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and southern Palm Beach counties. Many locations in this swath saw rainfall amounts in excess of 9 to 10
inches in a single day, and as high as almost 15 inches on the heaviest day, resulting in event totals of 15
to 20 inches in this area. This rainfall forced the closure of numerous roads across South Florida, especially
in Collier and Broward counties where cars were trapped at times in the flood waters.
Multiple streets in Marco Island were closed due to flooding, including Bald Eagle Road from Bayport to
San Marco Roads and South Collier Boulevard near Winterberry Drive. Multiple cars were stalled in the
middle of the road at the time of call. Marco Island had received 6 to 8 inches of rainfall in 6 to 12 hours,
with a storm total of up to 15 inches over a 3-day period. Flooding across central and eastern Collier
County resulted in the closure of Gulf Coast Visitor Center of Everglades National Park, in Everglades City,
the Everglades City Airport, as well as Big Cypress National Preserve from June 6th through June 7th.
Pictures received from the National Park Service show flooding of numerous access roads, trails,
campgrounds, and bridges around the park, along with widespread areas of higher than normal water
across the park, including flooding of normally dry forest. The Ochopee Post Office was flooding during
the event, with water encroaching on Tamiami Trail (US 41) in places where it bisects the park. County
Road 29 south of Tamiami Trail (US 41), which is used to access many of these areas, was also closed.
August 25-27, 2017 – A slow moving tropical disturbance first moved west across South Florida, then
northeast across Central and North Florida as a frontal boundary dropped into the state. This system
would develop into Potential Tropical Cyclone 10 as it moved up the east coast, leaving a trailing trough
that would bring additional heavy rainfall through Aug 29th. Significant flooding was reported over three
days across Collier County, especially across the Naples area, with multiple roadways and intersections
closed and standing water across the city. Flood waters entered a guest home along Trail Terrace, along
with stranding vehicles along 10th Street south of 5th Avenue. As rain continued to fall, there was additional
flooding along Logan Boulevard as well as Vanderbilt beach, with several sections impassable due to
flooding.
September 10, 2017 – Major Hurricane Irma made landfall in Southwest Florida on Marco Island as a
Category 3 hurricane around 3:30 PM EDT on September 10th. The storm traveled north through
southwest Florida through the evening. Effects from Irma were felt across South Florida from September
9th through September 11th. Irma brought a significant storm surge on both coasts of South Florida and
widespread rainfall and some flooding across the region. From the period between 8 AM September 9th
and 8 AM September 11th, 8 to 15 inches of rain were measured over interior portions of Southwest
Florida. This rainfall near the end of a wet summer led to significant flooding.
Storm surge across Collier County ranged from 4 to 8 feet, highest in the Chokoloskee and Everglades City
area and lowest at the northern Collier County coast. Impacts were most severe in Chokoloskee,
Everglades City, Plantation Island and Goodland where numerous homes were flooded and suffered major
to catastrophic damage. Storm survey and data from USGS rapid deployment gauges indicated highest
inundation from storm surge in Chokoloskee with up to 8 feet at waterfront, approximately 8 feet above
Mean Higher High Water (MHHW), as well as 3-5 feet of inundation across the island. In Everglades City,
there was a maximum 6 ft of inundation at the Everglades National Park Gulf Visitor Center, with 2-4 feet
across the town and as high as 5 feet in a few areas. USGS high water mark data showed 1-2 feet of
inundation as far inland as Tamiami Trail between State Road 29 and Collier-Seminole State Park. In
Goodland, maximum storm tide was about 5.5 ft above MHHW, translating to between 5-6 ft of
inundation at the waterfront and 3-4 ft across most of town. In Marco Island, storm tide was as high as
4.5 feet above MHHW, translating to between 2-4 ft inundation mainly over south and east parts of the
island. Inland penetration was generally less than a half-mile. In Naples, NOS tide gauge at Naples Pier
measured maximum storm tide of 5.14 feet above MHHW. Between 3-4 feet of inundation was noted
along the Gulf beachfront within 1 block of beach, with less than a half-mile of inland penetration. Along
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Naples Bay, a maximum storm tide of about 2-3 ft above MHHW resulted in inundation of 1 to 2 feet on
west side of bay just south of Tamiami Trail. This led to flooding of restaurants and shops.
October 9, 2018 – The high October astronomical tides, King tides, in combination with the strong winds
and minor surge from Hurricane Michael in the Gulf of Mexico brought a couple days of minor saltwater
flooding along both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of South Florida. NBC2 in Fort Myers reported water
covering County Road 92A between Marco Island and Goodland. Videos and photos shared via social
media shows abnormally high tide moving into and above sand dunes at Naples Beach as well as water
over topping the seawall and approaching the backs of residences in the Isles of Capri neighborhood.
Probability of Future Occurrence
By definition of the 100-year flood event, SFHAs are defined as those areas that will be inundated by the
flood event having a 1-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. Properties located
in these areas have a 26 percent chance of flooding over the life of a 30-year mortgage.
The 500-year flood area is defined as those areas that will be inundated by the flood event having a 0.2-
percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year; it is not the flood that will occur once
every 500 years.
While exposure to flood hazards vary across jurisdictions, all jurisdictions have at least some area of land
in FEMA flood hazard areas. Additionally, there is risk of localized and stormwater flooding as well as
severe wind-driven surge in areas outside the SFHA and at different intervals than the 1% annual chance
flood. Based on these considerations as well as the 35 flood-related events recorded by NCEI over the last
20 years, the probability of flooding is considered highly likely (100% annual probability) for all
jurisdictions.
Probability: 4 – Highly Likely
Climate Change
Per the Fourth National Climate Assessment, frequency and intensity of heavy precipitation events is
expected to increase across the country. More specifically, it is “very likely” (90 -100% probability) that
most areas of the United States will exhibit an increase of at least 5% in the maximum 5-day precipitation
by late 21st century. Additionally, increases in precipitation totals are expected in the Southeast. The
mean change in the annual number of days with rainfall over 1 inch for the Southeastern United States is
0.5 to 1.5 days. Therefore, with more rainfall falling in more intense incidents, the region may experience
more frequent flash flooding. Increased flooding may also result from more intense tropical cyclone;
researchers have noted the occurrence of more intense storms bringing greater rainfall totals, a trend
that is expected to continue as ocean and air temperatures rise.
Vulnerability Assessment
Methodologies and Assumptions
Wood conducted a Level 2 Hazus Flood Simulation by leveraging the 100-year (Zone AE, VE & AH) flood
boundaries from the effective FEMA Flood Insurance Study dated 5/26/2012. Base Flood Elevations were
converted to a depth raster using LiDAR topography obtained from USGS. Wood also leveraged the 2019
parcel data provided by Collier County for the loss determination. Parcels that were potentially at risk of
flooding from the three 100-year flood zones listed above were selected for analysis. From there, Wood
excluded all parcels for which a LOMC determination was made following the effective FIS date of
5/26/2012; this removed approx. 7,400 parcels from the loss estimation.
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Losses were derived in Hazus using USACE depth damage functions, shown in Table 2.13. Flood damage
is directly related to the depth of flooding by the application of a depth damage curve. In applying the
curve, a specific depth of water translates to a specific percentage of damage to the structure, which
translates to the same percentage of the structure’s replacement value. Figure 2.3 depicts the depth of
flooding that can be expected within the Collier County planning area during the 100-year flood event.
Table 2.13 – Depth Damage Percentages
Percent Damaged (%)
Depth
(ft) Agricultural Commercial Education Government Industrial Religious Residential
0 0 1 0 0 1 0 18
1 6 9 5 5 10 10 22
2 11 14 7 8 12 11 25
3 15 16 9 13 15 11 28
4 19 18 9 14 19 12 30
5 25 20 10 14 22 12 31
6 30 23 11 15 26 13 40
7 35 26 13 17 30 14 43
8 41 30 15 19 35 14 43
9 46 34 17 22 29 15 45
10 51 38 20 26 42 17 46
11 57 42 24 31 48 19 47
12 63 47 28 37 50 24 47
13 70 51 33 44 51 30 49
14 75 55 39 51 53 38 50
15 79 58 45 59 54 45 50
16 82 61 52 65 55 52 50
17 84 64 59 70 55 58 51
18 87 67 64 74 56 64 51
19 89 69 69 79 56 69 52
20 90 71 74 83 57 74 52
21 92 74 79 87 57 78 53
22 93 76 84 91 57 82 53
23 95 78 89 95 58 85 54
24 96 80 94 98 58 88 54
Source: Hazus
Building foundation types were not available in the parcel or building data provided by Collier County but
are required for Hazus. Therefore, based on local knowledge and experience, Wood made the assumption
that 90% of the foundations in Collier County are slab on grade, 5% are crawl space and 5% are elevated.
Number of stories was also not provided so by default Hazus assumes all buildings are one story. Finally,
49 parcels had to be removed from the Hazus analysis because they fell outside the Hazus census tract
extent.
Loss numbers are based on improved parcel values listed in the 2019 parcel data from Collier County.
Content value estimations are based on Hazus methodologies of estimating value as a percent of
improved structure values by property type. Table 2.14 shows the breakdown of the different property
types and their estimated content replacement value percentages.
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Table 2.14 – Content Replacement Factors
Property Type Content Replacement Values
Residential 50%
Commercial 100%
Educational 100%
Government 100%
Religious 100%
Industrial/Agriculture 150%
Source: Hazus
People
Certain health hazards are common to flood events. While such problems are often not reported, three
general types of health hazards accompany floods. The first comes from the water itself. Floodwaters
carry anything that was on the ground that the upstream runoff picked up, including dirt, oil, animal waste,
and lawn, farm and industrial chemicals. Pastures and areas where farm animals are kept or where their
wastes are stored can contribute polluted waters to the receiving streams.
Debris also poses a risk both during and after a flood. During a flood, debris carried by floodwaters can
cause physical injury from impact. During the recovery process, people may often need to clear debris out
of their properties but may encounter dangers such as sharp materials or rusty nails that pose a risk of
tetanus. People must be aware of these dangers prior to a flood so that they understand the risks and
take necessary precautions before, during, and after a flood.
Floodwaters also saturate the ground, which leads to infiltration into sanitary sewer lines. When
wastewater treatment plants are flooded, there is nowhere for the sewage to flow. Infiltration and lack
of treatment can lead to overloaded sewer lines that can back up into low -lying areas and homes. Even
when it is diluted by flood waters, raw sewage can be a breeding ground for bacteria such as E. coli and
other disease-causing agents.
The second type of health problem arises after most of the water has gone. Stagnant pools can become
breeding grounds for mosquitoes, and wet areas of a building that have not been properly cleaned breed
mold and mildew. A building that is not thoroughly cleaned becomes a health hazard, especially for small
children and the elderly.
Another health hazard occurs when heating ducts in a forced air system are not properly cleaned after
inundation. When the furnace or air conditioner is turned on, the sediments left in the ducts are circulated
throughout the building and breathed in by the occupants. If a City water system loses pressure, a boil
order may be issued to protect people and animals from contaminated water.
The third problem is the long-term psychological impact of having been through a flood and seeing one’s
home damaged and personal belongings destroyed. The cost and labor needed to repair a flood-damaged
home puts a severe strain on people, especially the unprepared and uninsured. There is also a long-term
problem for those who know that their homes can be flooded again. The resulting str ess on floodplain
residents takes its toll in the form of aggravated physical and mental health problems.
Floods can also result in fatalities. Individuals face high risk when driving through flooded streets.
According to NCEI records, however, there have been no deaths in Collier County caused by flood events.
An estimate of population at risk to flooding was developed based on the assessment of residential
property at risk. Counts of residential buildings at risk were multiplied by a household factor for each
jurisdiction, derived from a weighted average of the 2014-2018 American Community Survey’s average
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household size for owner- and renter-occupied housing. The resulting estimates of population at risk are
shown in Table 2.15. Overall, approximately 75,289 people live in high-risk flood zones.
Table 2.15 – Collier County Population at Risk to Flood
Jurisdiction Residential Parcels at Risk Household Factor Population at Risk
Everglades City 367 1.96 719
Immokalee Reservation - 4.43 -
Marco Island 7,667 2.08 15947
Naples 6,770 1.96 13269
Unincorporated Collier County 77,395 2.55 197357
Total 92,199 -- 227,293
Source: FEMA; U.S. Census Bureau 2014-2018 ACS 5-Year Estimates; Collier County 2019 parcel data
Property
Residential, commercial, and public buildings, as well as critical infrastructure such as transportation,
water, energy, and communication systems may be damaged or destroyed by flood waters.
Table 2.16 details the estimated losses for the 100-year flood event, calculated using the methodology
and assumptions described above. The total damage estimate value is based on damages to the total of
improved building value and contents value. Land value is not included in any of the loss estimates as
generally land is not subject to loss from floods.
Table 2.16 – Estimated Building Damage and Content Loss for 1% Annual Chance Flood
Occupancy
Type
Total
Parcels
with Loss
Total Value
(Building &
Contents)
Estimated
Building
Damage
Estimated
Content Loss
Estimated Total
Damage
Loss
Ratio
Everglades City
Agriculture 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Commercial 23 $7,556,456 $90,345 $421,163 $511,508 7%
Educational 1 $438,142 $167 $900 $1,066 0%
Government 7 $4,408,010 $75,771 $524,045 $599,816 14%
Industrial 5 $950,048 $6,077 $45,458 $51,535 5%
Religious 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Residential 391 $50,958,570 $3,552,298 $1,915,671 $5,467,969 11%
Total 427 $64,311,226 $3,724,658 $2,907,237 $6,631,895 10%
Immokalee Reservation
Agriculture 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Commercial 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Educational 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Government 1 $65,687,630 $4,401,540 $25,491,022 $29,892,562 46%
Industrial 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Religious 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Residential 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Total 1 $65,687,630 $4,401,540 $25,491,022 $29,892,562 46%
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Occupancy
Type
Total
Parcels
with Loss
Total Value
(Building &
Contents)
Estimated
Building
Damage
Estimated
Content Loss
Estimated Total
Damage
Loss
Ratio
Marco Island
Agriculture 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Commercial 177 $125,701,074 $2,941,386 $10,551,105 $13,492,491 11%
Educational 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Government 9 $6,694,338 $434,624 $2,670,976 $3,105,600 46%
Industrial 13 $5,791,493 $133,714 $557,344 $691,057 12%
Religious 1 $16,400,542 $860,168 $5,066,961 $5,927,129 36%
Residential 9,589 $5,826,797,939 $641,340,871 $398,199,393 $1,039,540,264 18%
Total 9,789 $5,981,385,385 $645,710,763 $417,045,777 $1,062,756,540 18%
Naples
Agriculture 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Commercial 284 $591,654,328 $18,961,978 $55,415,850 $74,377,827 13%
Educational 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 0%
Government 41 $103,954,242 $2,299,546 $14,887,922 $17,187,468 17%
Industrial 11 $16,584,525 $113,808 $329,072 $442,879 3%
Religious 8 $12,358,250 $428,326 $2,915,657 $3,343,983 27%
Residential 16,105 $18,582,524,955 $3,021,725,462 $1,845,367,142 $4,867,092,604 26%
Total 16,449 $19,307,076,300 $3,043,529,120 $1,918,915,642 $4,962,444,762 26%
Unincorporated Collier County
Agriculture 169 $49,803,960 $1,484,657 $5,626,798 $7,111,455 14%
Commercial 1,012 $1,277,354,130 $16,099,459 $62,896,829 $78,996,288 6%
Educational 6 $142,789,728 $6,279,973 $42,796,184 $49,076,157 34%
Government 106 $158,837,654 $4,842,582 $29,444,865 $34,287,447 22%
Industrial 167 $308,890,810 $1,266,269 $4,192,617 $5,458,886 2%
Religious 33 $40,506,780 $1,432,249 $8,882,215 $10,314,464 25%
Residential 84,719 $37,233,992,061 $3,368,889,584 $2,042,320,159 $5,411,209,743 15%
Total 86,212 $39,212,175,123 $3,400,294,774 $2,196,159,667 $5,596,454,441 14%
Countywide Totals
Agriculture 169 $49,803,960 $1,484,657 $5,626,798 $7,111,455 14%
Commercial 1,496 $2,002,265,988 $38,093,168 $129,284,946 $167,378,115 8%
Educational 7 $143,227,870 $6,280,140 $42,797,084 $49,077,224 34%
Government 164 $339,581,874 $12,054,064 $73,018,829 $85,072,893 25%
Industrial 196 $332,216,875 $1,519,867 $5,124,490 $6,644,357 2%
Religious 42 $69,265,572 $2,720,744 $16,864,832 $19,585,576 28%
Residential 110,804 $61,694,273,525 $7,035,508,214 $4,287,802,365 $11,323,310,580 18%
Total 112,878 $64,630,635,664 $7,097,660,855 $4,560,519,345 $11,658,180,200 18%
Source: Hazus
The loss ratio is the loss estimate divided by the total potential exposure (i.e., total of improved and
contents value for all buildings located within the 100-year floodplain) and displayed as a percentage of
loss. FEMA considers loss ratios greater than 10% to be significant and an indicator a community may
have more difficulties recovering from a flood. Loss ratios for all participating jurisdictions are at or above
10%.. Therefore, in the event of a flood with a magnitude of the 1%-annual-chance event or greater, the
planning area would face extreme difficulty in recovery. Even smaller, more probabilistic floods may also
result in the county having difficulty recovering. Estimated loss ratios are greatest in Immokalee
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Reservation and the City of Naples, therefore these jurisdictions may face the greatest potential impacts
from a flood event.
Across the planning area there are 244 critical facilities located in the AE, A, and AH zones and 2 facilities
located in the VE zone which may be at risk to damages. Table 2.17 details these critical facilities at risk to
flooding by type. Table 2.18 lists each critical facility at risk to flood and the flood zone and estimated 100-
year flood depth at that location.
Table 2.17 – Summary of Critical Facilities at Risk to Flood, 1% Annual Chance Event
Critical Facility Count by SFHA Zone
Facility Type Zone A Zone AE Zone AH Zone VE Total Facilities at Risk
Schools - 11 4 - 15
Fire & EMS 2 26 17 - 45
Government - 3 - - 3
Hazmat 6 37 38 1 82
Health - 19 19 - 38
Law Enforcement - 5 1 - 6
Public Works 2 8 5 - 15
Transportation 3 7 2 1 13
Utilities - 8 9 - 17
Water 2 7 3 - 12
Total 15 131 98 2 246
Table 2.18 – Critical Facilities at Risk to Flood, 1% Annual Chance Event
Facility Type Facility Name Jurisdiction Flood
Zone
100-Yr Flood
Depth (NAVD Ft)
Fire & EMS Medic Rescue 60 Everglades AE 5.7
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 60 Everglades AE 5.7
Fire & EMS Medic 50 Marco Island AE 2.1
Fire & EMS Marco Island Station 50 & Fire HQ Marco Island AE 3.4
Fire & EMS Marco Island Station 51 Marco Island AE 2.8
Fire & EMS Medic 1 Naples AE 2.3
Fire & EMS HOC Medflight 1/BC 83 Naples AE 1.0
Fire & EMS Medic 24 Naples AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Naples Fire Station 1 Naples AE 2.3
Fire & EMS Naples Fire Department HQ Naples AE 0.8
Fire & EMS Naples Fire Station 3 Naples AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire & Safety Office Naples AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Naples Fire Station 2 Naples AH 1.3
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 24 Naples AE 0.1
Fire & EMS North Collier Fire Station 47 Naples AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 90 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.5
Fire & EMS Medic 23/Als Eng 23 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.9
Fire & EMS Medic 21 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 81 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Fire & EMS EOC & EMS Logistics & HQ Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 25 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
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Facility Type Facility Name Jurisdiction Flood
Zone
100-Yr Flood
Depth (NAVD Ft)
Fire & EMS Medic 22 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 20 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 75/BC 80 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 76 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 44/BC 81 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Medic 42 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.4
Fire & EMS Medic 48 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS
Greater Naples Fire Station 66
(Logistics)
Unincorp. Collier County
AE 3.8
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 90 Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.0
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 23 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.9
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 21 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Maintenance Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 22 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 20 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 75 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 72 Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.3
Fire & EMS Als Res 63 Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 63 Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Fire & EMS Greater Naples Fire Station 71 Unincorp. Collier County AH 2.0
Fire & EMS North Collier Fire Station 45 & HQ Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS North Collier Fire Station 42 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.4
Fire & EMS North Collier Fire Station 48 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS FPL Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Fire & EMS North Collier Fire Station 12 Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.9
Government Everglades City Hall Everglades AE 6.5
Government Marco Island City Hall Marco Island AE 0.1
Government Naples Town Hall Naples AE 0.6
Hazardous Materials City of Everglades City - WWTP Everglades AE 5.3
Hazardous Materials Embarq-Everglades Central Everglades AE 7.0
Hazardous Materials City of Everglades City - Booster WTP Everglades AE 4.9
Hazardous Materials Marco Island - Reverse Osmosis Facility Marco Island AE 0.8
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Marco Island Central Office Marco Island AE 3.4
Hazardous Materials Comcast of the South - 28624 Marco Island AE 2.0
Hazardous Materials
Marco Island Wastewater Treatment
Facility Marco Island AE 2.8
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Midway South Naples Naples AE 3.1
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Naples---28863 Naples AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club Naples AE 6.5
Hazardous Materials Sears Roebuck Auto Center - 6065 Naples AH 1.8
Hazardous Materials
Embarq - Naples Mooring Central
Office Naples AH 1.2
Hazardous Materials Comcast of the South - 28623 Naples AE 1.0
Hazardous Materials Embarq - North Naples---28862 Naples VE 6.8
Hazardous Materials
City of Everglades City - Lee Cypress
Pump Station
Unincorp. Collier County
AE 2.1
Hazardous Materials City of Everglades City - Water Plant Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.6
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Facility Type Facility Name Jurisdiction Flood
Zone
100-Yr Flood
Depth (NAVD Ft)
Hazardous Materials Port of The Islands WWTP/WTP Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.2
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 01 Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.4
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 03 Unincorp. Collier County AE 3.3
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 02 Unincorp. Collier County AE 3.2
Hazardous Materials
Embarq-Corporation - Naples - Lake
Park Boulevard
Unincorp. Collier County
AE 1.4
Hazardous Materials Gargiulo - Farm 7 Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.8
Hazardous Materials
Farm Op - Farm 7 Greenhouse / Pump
Station 9
Unincorp. Collier County
AE 1.0
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 04 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.8
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 05 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.2
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 15 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.3
Hazardous Materials Deseret Farms Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 10 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.1
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 7 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.9
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 14 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.0
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 8 Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.1
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 06 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Hazardous Materials Comcast of the South - 28622 Unincorp. Collier County AE 3.0
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 11 Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.4
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 17 Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.5
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 13 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.5
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Eagle Creek Rls Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 7 Pump Station 12 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.6
Hazardous Materials F G U A - Golden Gate WWTP - 2188 Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Collier County Utilities - South Regional
WTP
Unincorp. Collier County
A 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Emarq - Naples Southeast Central
Office
Unincorp. Collier County
AE 3.8
Hazardous Materials F G U A - Golden Gate WTP - 2184 Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Collier County Utilities - Pelican Bay
Water Rec Facility
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Golf Turf Applications - Royal Palm
Country Club
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials Golf Turf Applications Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.8
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Naples---28864 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials Qwest - Naples Pop Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.3
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Golden Gate Central Office Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.9
Hazardous Materials Garguilo, Inc. Superior Plant Co. Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.5
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Naples---28870 Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.3
Hazardous Materials Golf Turf Applications - Kathleen Court Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.2
Hazardous Materials Haleakala Construction Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.8
Hazardous Materials
Collier County Utilities - Carica Repump
Station
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.6
Hazardous Materials City of Naples - WWTP Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.9
Hazardous Materials Embarq - Naples Central Office Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
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Facility Type Facility Name Jurisdiction Flood
Zone
100-Yr Flood
Depth (NAVD Ft)
Hazardous Materials
North Regional Water Reclamation
Facility
Unincorp. Collier County
AE 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Collier County Utilities - North Regional
Water Reclamation Facility
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials Pacific Tomato Growers---2373 Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.6
Hazardous Materials Comcast of the South - 28627 Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Hazardous Materials Pacific Tomato Growers---2373 Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.2
Hazardous Materials Ag Mart Produce - Farm 12 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials Farm Op - Farm 8 Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Hazardous Materials Everglades Farms Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Resource Conservation Systems -
Mediterra Corso Circle
Unincorp. Collier County
AE 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Resource Conservation Systems -
Messina Lane
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials Barnett Farms Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Hazardous Materials Immokalee Groves Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.4
Hazardous Materials Immokalee Groves Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.3
Hazardous Materials Ag Mart Produce - Immokalee Farm Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.8
Hazardous Materials Manatee Fruit - Naples Farm Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.0
Hazardous Materials Gargiulo - Bhn Research Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials Troyer Brothers Agri Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials B W J Farms - Lake Trafford Division Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Immokalee Water and Sewer District -
Jerry V Warden WTP
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 1.7
Hazardous Materials
Immokalee Water and Sewer District -
Jerry V Warden WTP
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.1
Hazardous Materials
Immokalee Water and Sewer District –
WWTP
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.0
Hazardous Materials U A P Distribution - Immokalee Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.8
Hazardous Materials Howard Fertilizer - Immokalee Unincorp. Collier County AH 2.7
Hazardous Materials Farmers Supply Unincorp. Collier County AH 2.0
Hazardous Materials Helena Chemical - Immokalee Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.6
Hazardous Materials
Immokalee Water and Sewer District -
Carson Road WTP
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.2
Hazardous Materials
Immokalee Water and Sewer District -
Airport Road WTP
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.1
Health Marco Urgent Care (239-394-8234) Marco Island AE 0.1
Health Nch Downtown Naples Hospital Naples AE 1.2
Health
Naples Medical Center / Millennium
Physician Group (239-261-5511) Naples AH 0.1
Health
Advanced Medical of Naples (239-330-
9809) Naples AE 0.9
Health
Lakeside Pavilion Rehabilitation and
Nursing Home Naples AH 0.1
Health Moorings Park Oakstone At Grey Oaks Naples AE 0.1
Health Naples Care Alf Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.0
Health Simelant Adult Family Care Home Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.4
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Facility Type Facility Name Jurisdiction Flood
Zone
100-Yr Flood
Depth (NAVD Ft)
Health Willough At Naples (Priv.) Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Tuscany Villa of Naples Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Arlington of Naples, The Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Physicians Regional Hosp - Collier Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Barrington Terrace of Naples Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Manorcare at Lely Palms Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Discovery Village at Naples Llc Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Manorcare at Lely Palms Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Manorcare Nursing & Rehab Ctr Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Hogar Dulce Hogar Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Villa at Terracina Grand Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Gardens at Terracina Grand Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Beach House Naples Alf Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health David Lawrence Mental Health Ctr Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Glenview At Pelican Bay Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.4
Health
Angels for The Golden Years of Naples
Inc
Unincorp. Collier County
AH 0.1
Health Cove at Marbella, The Unincorp. Collier County AE 7.1
Health Vanderbilt Beach Assisted Living Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Landmark Hospital Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Naples Urgent Care (239-597-8000) Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Pointe Medical Facility (239-598-1250) Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Gaviota Care Inc. Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Naples Green Village Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Nch North Naples Hospital Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.6
Health Watercrest (To Be Built) Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Juniper Village of Naples Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health Keystoneplace at Naples Preserve Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Bayshore Memory Care Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Health All Seasons in Naples Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Health Golden Retreat of Nap Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Law Enforcement Marco Island Police HQ Marco Island AE 0.4
Law Enforcement Naples Police HQ Naples AE 1.5
Law Enforcement Naples Police Dispatch Naples AE 0.1
Law Enforcement Collier Sheriff'S Spec Opns Naples AE 1.2
Law Enforcement Collier Sheriff'S 911 & Dispatch Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Law Enforcement Collier Sheriffs HQ & Jail Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Public Works Everglades City, City Of - WWTF Everglades AE 7.2
Public Works
Marco Island WWTF & Reclaimed
Water Service Area Marco Island AE 2.1
Public Works Naples, City Of - WWTP I Naples AE 0.7
Public Works Goodland Isles Estates Unincorp. Collier County AE 5.8
Public Works Port of The Islands WWTP Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.1
Public Works Marco Island, City Of - Ro Plant Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Public Works Marco Shores Utilities Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Public Works I-75 Big Cypress Rest Stop Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Public Works Pelican Bay Sewage Treat Plant Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.6
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Facility Type Facility Name Jurisdiction Flood
Zone
100-Yr Flood
Depth (NAVD Ft)
Public Works Collier County North Regional WRF Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.7
Public Works Sunniland Mine - Florida Rock Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Public Works Orange Tree WWTP Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Public Works Immokalee WWTF Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Public Works Davis Oil Company - Davis Service Ctr Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.6
Public Works Handy Food Store #91 Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
School Everglades City Everglades AE 0.7
School Tommie Barfield Marco Island AE 1.1
School Marco Island Charter Marco Island AE 0.3
School Parkside Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
School Avalon Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.5
School Shadowlawn Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.3
School Alternative Schools Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.3
School Lorenzo Walker Institute Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
School Walker Institute of Technology Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
School East Naples Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.2
School Mike Davis Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
School Palmetto Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
School Pine Ridge Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
School Naples Park Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
School North Naples Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Transportation Everglades Airpark Everglades VE 8.8
Transportation Goodland Bridge (SR-92) Marco Island AE 13.1
Transportation Jolley Bridge Marco Island AE 12.1
Transportation Naples Hospital Naples AE 1.5
Transportation Naples Muni Naples AE 1.0
Transportation Oasis Ranger Station-U.S. Government Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Transportation Dade-Collier Training and Transition Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Transportation Us 41/State 90 And County 29 Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.0
Transportation Isles of Capri Fire Dept Unincorp. Collier County AE 3.2
Transportation Marco Island Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.5
Transportation I-75 & State 29 Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Transportation Naples Grand Golf Resort Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Transportation Immokalee Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Utilities LCEC-Immokalee Immokalee AH 0.1
Utilities LCEC-Fred H. Smith Marco Island AE 0.6
Utilities LCEC-Marco Marco Island AE 2.5
Utilities Naples Naples AE 2.3
Utilities LCEC-Carnestown Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.5
Utilities LCEC-Belle Meade Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.3
Utilities FPL-Capri Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.6
Utilities Substation Dist 5 E Tamiami Trl Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Utilities FPL Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.1
Utilities Substation Dist 3 E Naples Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.0
Utilities FPL Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Utilities Alligator Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Utilities FPL Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.3
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Facility Type Facility Name Jurisdiction Flood
Zone
100-Yr Flood
Depth (NAVD Ft)
Utilities Substation Dist 4 Estates Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Utilities LCEC-Ave Maria South Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Utilities FPL Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.8
Utilities LCEC-North Immokalee Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.1
Water City of Marco Island Marco Island AE 4.8
Water City of Marco Island Marco Island AE 0.7
Water Oasis Ranger Station Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Water Everglades Shores/Big Cypress Pres. Unincorp. Collier County AE 3.7
Water Lee Cypress Co-Op Unincorp. Collier County AE 2.9
Water Port of The Islands Water Plant Unincorp. Collier County AE 0.7
Water Trees Camp WTP Unincorp. Collier County AE 1.7
Water Marco Shores Utilities Unincorp. Collier County AE 3.9
Water I-75 Reststop & Recreat. Area Unincorp. Collier County A 0.1
Water Collier County Regional WTP Unincorp. Collier County AH 0.9
Water Immokalee Water Unincorp. Collier County AH 2.2
Water S.W. Florida Research Ed. Ctr. Unincorp. Collier County AH 1.1
Repetitive Loss Analysis
A repetitive loss property is a property for which two or more flood insurance claims of more than $1,000
have been paid by the NFIP within any 10-year period since 1978. An analysis of repetitive loss was
completed to examine repetitive losses within the planning area.
According to 2019 NFIP records, there are a total of 75 repetitive loss properties within the Collier County
planning area including 11 mitigated properties and 64 unmitigated properties. Of the unmitigated
properties, 34 (53%) are insured. Overall, approximately 77% of all repetitive loss properties in the County
are residential, and 23% are non-residential. There are five properties on the list classified as severe
repetitive loss properties. A severe repetitive loss property is classified as such if it has four or more
separate claim payments of more than $5,000 each (including building and contents payments) or two or
more separate claim payments (building only) where the total of the payments exceeds the current value
of the property.
Table 2.19 summarizes repetitive loss properties by jurisdiction in Collier County as identified by FEMA
through the NFIP. Figure 2.4 shows the general areas where repetitive losses have occurred throughout
the planning area. Note that repetitive loss areas are not mapped for Marco Island because addresses
were not made available for these properties.
Table 2.19 – Repetitive Loss Properties by Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Property
Count
Total
Number
of Losses
Occupancy %
Insured
Total Amount of
Claims Payments
Average
Claim
Payment
SRL
Count Res Non-Res
Marco Island 3 9 2 1 67% $266,310 $88,770 0
Naples 19 45 16 3 68% $1,695,605 $41,353 0
Collier County 53 146 40 13 51% $2,623,149 $19,065 5
Total 75 200 58 17 56% $4,585,064 $49,729 5
Source: FEMA/ISO; Note: SRL = Severe Repetitive Loss; Res = Residential, Non-Res = Non-Residential
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Figure 2.4 – Repetitive Loss Areas
Source: FEMA/ISO
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Environment
During a flood event, chemicals and other hazardous substances may end up contaminating local water
bodies. Flooding kills animals and in general disrupts the ecosystem. Snakes and insects may also make
their way to the flooded areas.
Floods can also cause significant erosion, which can alter streambanks and deposit sediment, changing
the flow of streams and rivers and potentially reducing the drainage capacity of those waterbodies.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.20 summarizes the potential detrimental consequences of flood.
Table 2.20 – Consequence Analysis - Flood
Category Consequences
Public Localized impact expected to be severe for incident areas and moderate to light for
other adversely affected areas.
Responders First responders are at risk when attempting to rescue people from their homes.
They are subject to the same health hazards as the public. Flood waters may
prevent access to areas in need of response or the flood may prevent access to the
critical facilities themselves which may prolong response time. Damage to
personnel will generally be localized to those in the flood areas at the time of the
incident and is expected to be limited.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Floods can severely disrupt normal operations, especially when there is a loss of
power. Damage to facilities in the affected area may require temporary relocation
of some operations. Localized disruption of roads, facilities, and/or utilities caused
by incident may postpone delivery of some services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Buildings and infrastructure, including transportation and utility infrastructure, may
be damaged or destroyed. Impacts are expected to be localized to the area of the
incident. Severe damage is possible.
Environment Chemicals and other hazardous substances may contaminate local water bodies.
Wildlife and livestock deaths possible. The localized impact is expected to be
severe for incident areas and moderate to light for other areas affected by the
flood or HazMat spills.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances will be adversely affected, possibly for an extended
period. During floods (especially flash floods), roads, bridges, farms, houses and
automobiles are destroyed. Additionally, the local government must deploy
firemen, police and other emergency response personnel and equipment to help
the affected area. It may take years for the affected communities to be re-built and
business to return to normal.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery are not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes flood hazard risk by jurisdiction. Flood risk due to storm surge, high tide
flooding, flash flooding, and stormwater flooding exists across the entire county. All participating
jurisdictions have over 85% of their area in the SFHA and thus have a high degree of exposure to flooding;
given that other sources of flooding and other levels of flooding may occur beyond these areas, the spatial
extent was considered large for all jurisdictions. Impact ratings were based upon Hazus loss estimates as
well as the overall risk of death or injury; all jurisdictions were rated with an impact of critical. All
communities also face a uniform probability of flooding.
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 4 3 4 3 3 3.5 H
Immokalee
Reservation 4 3 4 3 3 3.5 H
Marco Island 4 3 4 3 3 3.5 H
Naples 4 3 4 3 3 3.5 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 4 3 4 3 3 3.5 H
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2.5.2 Tropical Cyclones
Hazard Description
Hurricanes and tropical storms are classified as cyclones and defined as any closed circulation developing
around a low-pressure center in which the winds rotate counter-clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere
(or clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere) and whose diameter averages 10 to 30 miles across. A tropical
cyclone refers to any such circulation that develops over tropical waters. Tropical cyclones act as a
“safety-valve,” limiting the continued build-up of heat and energy in tropical regions by maintaining the
atmospheric heat and moisture balance between the tropics and the pole -ward latitudes. The primary
damaging forces associated with these storms are high-level sustained winds, heavy precipitation, and
tornadoes.
The key energy source for a tropical cyclone is the release of latent heat from the condensation of warm
water. Their formation requires a low-pressure disturbance, warm sea surface temperature, rotational
force from the spinning of the earth, and the absence of wind shear in the lowest 50,000 feet of the
atmosphere. Most hurricanes and tropical storms form in the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of
Mexico during the official Atlantic hurricane season, which encompasses the months of June through
November. The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is in early to mid-September and the average
number of storms that reach hurricane intensity per year in the Atlantic basin is about six.
While hurricanes pose the greatest threat to life and property, tropical storms and depressions also can
be devastating. A tropical disturbance can grow to a more intense stage through an increase in sustained
wind speeds. The progression of a tropical disturbance is described below.
Tropical Depression: A tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 38 mph (33 knots) or
less.
Tropical Storm: A tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph (34 to 63
knots).
Hurricane: A tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 74 mph (64 knots) or higher. In
the western North Pacific, hurricanes are called typhoons; similar storms in the Indian Ocean
and South Pacific Ocean are called cyclones.
Major Hurricane: A tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 111 mph (96 knots) or
higher, corresponding to a Category 3, 4 or 5 on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.
As an incipient hurricane develops, barometric pressure (measured in millibars or inches) at its center falls
and winds increase. If the atmospheric and oceanic conditions are favorable, it can intensify into a tropical
depression. When maximum sustained winds reach or exceed 39 miles per hour, the system is designated
a tropical storm, given a name, and is monitored by the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Florida. When
sustained winds reach or exceed 74 miles per hour the storm is deemed a hurricane. Hurricanes are given
a classification based on the Saffir-Simpson Scale; this scale is reproduced in Table 2.21.
The greatest potential for loss of life related to a hurricane is from the storm surge. Storm surge is water
that is pushed toward the shore by the force of the winds swirling around the s torm as shown in Figure
2.5. This advancing surge combines with the normal tides to create the hurricane storm tide, which can
increase the mean water level to heights impacting roads, homes and other critical infrastructure. In
addition, wind driven waves are superimposed on the storm tide. This rise in water level can cause severe
flooding in coastal areas, particularly when the storm tide coincides with the normal high tides.
The maximum potential storm surge for a location depends on several different factors. Storm surge is a
very complex phenomenon because it is sensitive to the slightest changes in storm intensity, forward
speed, size (radius of maximum winds-RMW), angle of approach to the coast, central pressure (minimal
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contribution in comparison to the wind), and the shape and characteristics of coastal features such as
bays and estuaries. Other factors which can impact storm surge are the width and slope of the continental
shelf and the depth of the ocean bottom. A narrow shelf, or one that drops steeply from the shoreline
and subsequently produces deep water close to the shoreline, tends to produce a lower surge but higher
and more powerful storm waves. A shallow slope, as is found off the coast of Collier County, will produce
a greater storm surge than a steep shelf.
Figure 2.5 – Components of Hurricane Storm Surge
Source: NOAA/The COMET Program
Damage during hurricanes may also result from inland flooding from associated heavy rainfall.
Like hurricanes, nor’easters are ocean storms capable of causing substantial damage to coastal areas in
the Eastern United States due to their strong winds and heavy surf. Nor'easters are named for the winds
that blow in from the northeast and drive the storm up the East Coast along the Gulf Stream. They are
caused by the interaction of the jet stream with horizontal temperature gradients and generally occur
during the fall and winter months when moisture and cold air are plentiful.
Nor’easters are known for dumping heavy amounts of rain and snow, producing hurricane -force winds,
and creating high surf that causes severe beach erosion and coastal flooding. There are two main
components to a nor'easter: (1) a Gulf Stream low-pressure system (counter-clockwise winds) generated
off the southeastern U.S. coast, gathering warm air and moisture from the Atlantic, and pulled up the East
Coast by strong northeasterly winds at the leading edge of the storm; and (2) an Arctic high -pressure
system (clockwise winds) which meets the low-pressure system with cold, arctic air blowing down from
Canada. When the two systems collide, the moisture and cold air produce a mix of precipitation and can
produce dangerously high winds and heavy seas. As the low-pressure system deepens, the intensity of the
winds and waves increases and can cause serious damage to coastal areas as the storm moves northeast.
Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 3 – Less than 1 week
Location
Hurricanes and tropical storms can occur anywhere within the Collier County planning area. While coastal
areas are most vulnerable to hurricanes, their wind and rain impacts can be felt hundreds of miles inland.
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Storm surge impacts are more limited, affecting areas along coastal and estuarine shorelines and reaching
further inland depending on the height of the surge. All of Collier County is vulnerable to hurricane and
tropical storm surge, but to varying degrees, with areas closer to the coast and water bodies that drain
into the coast facing greater risk.
Figure 2.6 shows the estimated extent of surge by storm category according to NOAA Sea, Lake, and
Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH) data. the SLOSH model is a computerized numerical model
developed by the NWS to estimate storm surge heights resulting from historical, hypothetical, or
predicted hurricanes by considering the atmospheric pressure, size, forward speed, and track data. The
model creates outputs for all different storm simulations from all points of the compass. Each direction
has a MEOW (maximum envelope of water) for each category of storm (1-5), and all directions combined
result in a MOMs (maximum of maximums) set of data. Note that the MOM does not illustrate the storm
surge that will occur from any given storm but rather the full potential extent of s urge from all possible
storms. As shown in these maps, Collier County is vulnerable to storm surge impacts from all storm
categories. Marco Island, Everglades City, and much of Naples are likely to be impacted from storms rated
as Category 1 and greater.
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Figure 2.6 – Storm Surge Inundation for All Categories
Source: NOAA SLOSH Data
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Extent
As an incipient hurricane develops, barometric pressure (measured in millibars or inches) at its center falls
and winds increase. If the atmospheric and oceanic conditions are favorable, it can intensify into a tropical
depression. When maximum sustained winds reach or exceed 39 miles per hour, the system is designated
a tropical storm, given a name, and is closely monitored by the National Hurricane Center in Miami,
Florida. When sustained winds reach or exceed 74 miles per hour the storm is deemed a hurricane.
Hurricane intensity is further classified by the Saffir-Simpson Scale (Table 2.21), which rates hurricane
intensity on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the most intense.
Table 2.21 – Saffir-Simpson Scale
Category Maximum Sustained
Wind Speed (MPH) Types of Damage
1 74–95
Very dangerous winds will produce some damage; Well-constructed
frame homes could have damage to roof, shingles, vinyl siding and
gutters. Large branches of trees will snap, and shallowly rooted trees may
be toppled. Extensive damage to power lines and poles likely will result in
power outages that could last a few to several days.
2 96–110
Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage; Well-
constructed frame homes could sustain major roof and siding damage.
Many shallowly rooted trees will be snapped or uprooted and block
numerous roads. Near-total power loss is expected with outages that
could last from several days to weeks.
3 111–129
Devastating damage will occur; Well-built framed homes may incur major
damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends. Many trees will be
snapped or uprooted, blocking numerous roads. Electricity and water will
be unavailable for several days to weeks after the storm passes.
4 130–156
Catastrophic damage will occur; Well-built framed homes can sustain
severe damage with loss of most of the roof structure and/or some
exterior walls. Most trees will be snapped or uprooted, and power poles
downed. Fallen trees and power poles will isolate residential areas.
Power outages will last weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will
be uninhabitable for weeks or months.
5 157 +
Catastrophic damage will occur; A high percentage of framed homes will
be destroyed, with total roof failure and wall collapse. Fallen trees and
power poles will isolate residential areas. Power outages will last for
weeks to possibly months. Most of the area will be uninhabitable for
weeks or months.
Source: National Hurricane Center
The Saffir-Simpson Scale categorizes hurricane intensity linearly based upon maximum sustained winds
and barometric pressure, which are combined to estimate potential damage. Categories 3, 4, and 5 are
classified as “major” hurricanes and, while hurricanes within this range comprise only 20 percent of total
tropical cyclone landfalls, they account for over 70 percent of the damage in the United States. Table 2.22
describes the damage that could be expected for each category of hurricane. Damage during hurricanes
may also result from spawned tornadoes, storm surge, and inland flooding associated with heavy rainfall
that usually accompanies these storms.
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Table 2.22 – Hurricane Damage Classifications
Storm
Category
Damage
Level Description of Damages Photo
Example
1 MINIMAL
No real damage to building structures. Damage primarily to
unanchored mobile homes, shrubbery, and trees. Also, some
coastal flooding and minor pier damage.
2 MODERATE
Some roofing material, door, and window damage. Considerable
damage to vegetation, mobile homes, etc. Flooding damages
piers and small craft in unprotected moorings may break their
moorings.
3 EXTENSIVE
Some structural damage to small residences and utility buildings,
with a minor amount of curtainwall failures. Mobile homes are
destroyed. Flooding near the coast destroys smaller structures,
with larger structures damaged by floating debris. Terrain may
be flooded well inland.
4 EXTREME
More extensive curtainwall failures with some complete roof
structure failure on small residences. Major erosion of beach
areas. Terrain may be flooded well inland.
5 CATASTROPHIC
Complete roof failure on many residences and industrial
buildings. Some complete building failures with small utility
buildings blown over or away. Flooding causes major damage to
lower floors of all structures near the shoreline. Massive
evacuation of residential areas may be required.
Source: National Hurricane Center; Federal Emergency Management Agency
The Saffir-Simpson scale provides a measure of extent of a hurricane. The county is susceptible to the full
force of every category of hurricane.
Impact: 4 – Catastrophic
Spatial Extent: 4 – Large
Historical Occurrences
According to the Office of Coastal Management’s Tropical Cyclone Storm Segments data, which is a subset
of the International Best Track Archive for Climate Stewardship (IBTrACS) dataset, 59 hurricanes and
tropical storms passed within 50 miles of Collier County between 1900 and 2016. These storm tracks are
shown in Figure 2.7. The date, storm name, storm category, and maximum wind speed of each event are
detailed in Table 2.23. It should be noted that Hurricane Irma made landfall in Collier County on
September 10, 2017, but Irma was not included in updated data sets at the time this report was made.
Irma was a category 3 hurricane when it hit the County with max wind speeds of 115 miles per hour.
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Figure 2.7 – Hurricane/Tropical Storm Tracks within 50 miles of Collier County, 1900-2016
Source: NOAA Office of Coastal Management
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Table 2.23 – Tropical Cyclone Tracks Passing within 50 Miles of Collier County, 1900-2017
Date Storm Name Max Storm Category* Max Wind Speed (mph)
8/10/1901 Unnamed Tropical Storm 46
9/11/1903 Unnamed Category 1 86
10/17/1904 Unnamed Category 1 81
6/17/1906 Unnamed Category 1 86
10/18/1906 Unnamed Category 3 121
6/28/1909 Unnamed Tropical Storm 52
8/29/1909 Unnamed Tropical Storm 52
10/17/1910 Unnamed Category 4 132
5/14/1916 Unnamed Tropical Storm 46
8/25/1916 Unnamed Tropical Storm 46
11/15/1916 Unnamed Extratropical Storm 63
10/20/1924 Unnamed Category 2 104
12/1/1925 Unnamed Tropical Storm 63
9/18/1926 Unnamed Category 4 144
8/13/1928 Unnamed Tropical Storm 69
9/17/1928 Unnamed Category 4 144
9/28/1929 Unnamed Category 3 115
8/30/1932 Unnamed Tropical Storm 63
7/31/1933 Unnamed Tropical Storm 58
9/3/1935 Unnamed Category 5 184
11/4/1935 Unnamed Category 2 98
6/15/1936 Unnamed Tropical Storm 46
7/29/1936 Unnamed Tropical Storm 63
10/6/1941 Unnamed Category 2 98
10/19/1944 Unnamed Category 3 115
9/4/1945 Unnamed Tropical Storm 40
9/15/1945 Unnamed Category 4 132
9/17/1947 Unnamed Category 4 132
10/12/1947 Unnamed Category 1 92
9/22/1948 Unnamed Category 4 132
10/5/1948 Unnamed Category 2 104
8/27/1949 Unnamed Category 4 132
10/18/1950 King Category 4 132
10/2/1951 How Tropical Storm 63
10/9/1953 Hazel Category 1 86
10/16/1956 Unnamed Tropical Storm 63
10/18/1959 Judith Tropical Storm 63
9/10/1960 Donna Category 4 144
9/24/1960 Florence Tropical Storm 40
8/27/1964 Cleo Category 2 104
10/14/1964 Isbell Category 3 127
9/8/1965 Betsy Category 3 127
6/4/1968 Abby Tropical Storm 69
10/2/1969 Jenny Tropical Storm 46
8/19/1976 Dottie Tropical Storm 40
8/17/1981 Dennis Tropical Storm 40
7/23/1985 Bob Tropical Storm 46
10/11/1990 Marco Tropical Storm 58
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Date Storm Name Max Storm Category* Max Wind Speed (mph)
8/24/1992 Andrew Category 5 167
11/16/1994 Gordon Tropical Storm 52
11/5/1998 Mitch Tropical Storm 63
8/21/1999 Harvey Tropical Storm 58
10/15/1999 Irene Category 1 81
8/13/2004 Charley Category 4 150
8/25/2005 Katrina Category 1 81
10/24/2005 Wilma Category 3 127
8/30/2006 Ernesto Tropical Storm 46
8/19/2008 Fay Tropical Storm 69
7/23/2010 Bonnie Tropical Storm 40
9/10/2017 Irma** Category 4 132
*Reports the most intense category that occurred within 50 miles of Collier County, not for the storm event overall.
**Hurricane Irma is listed on this table, but the Hurricane’s track is not shown in Figure 2.7.
Source: Office of Coastal Management, 2020. https://marinecadastre.gov/data/
The above map of storms is not an exhaustive list of hurricanes that have affected Collier County. Several
storms have passed further than 50 miles away from the Region yet had strong enough wind or rain
impacts to cause impacts. NCEI records hurricane and tropical storm events across the region by county
and zone; therefore, one event that impacts multiple jurisdictions may be recorded multiple times. During
the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019, NCEI records 12 hurricane and tropical storm reports across
9 separate days. These events are summarized in Table 2.24. This table only represents those events
reported to NCEI as a Hurricane or Tropical Storm. Where property damage estimates were broken out
by type, NCEI reports only the value of wind-related damages. While there are no records for wind related
damages from Hurricane Irma and no reported damages due to storm surge in the NCEI database, it had
significant impact on the County. Following the storm, it was reported that $320 million in damages
occurred in unincorporated areas of the County alone, a number which is likely much higher when
considering Naples, Marco Island, and Everglades City all experienced damage as well. In total, 50 Florida
counties were included in the disaster declaration and eligible for individual assistance. FEMA has
approved over $1 billion individual and household program dollars across these counties.
Table 2.24 – Recorded Hurricanes and Typhoons in Collier County, 2000-2019
Date Storm Deaths/ Injuries Property Damage Crop
Damage
9/16/2000 Tropical Storm Gordon 0/0 $0 $0
9/13/2001 Tropical Storm Gabrielle 0/0 $50,000 $0
8/13/2004 Hurricane Charley 0/0 $2,500,000 $0
9/4/2004 Hurricane Frances 0/0 $0 $0
7/8/2005 Hurricane Dennis 0/0 $0 $0
10/24/2005 Hurricane Wilma 1/0 $0 $0
8/30/2006 Tropical Storm Ernesto 0/0 $0 $0
8/18/2008 Tropical Storm Fay 0/0 $20,000 $0
8/26/2012 Tropical Storm Isaac 0/0 $0 $0
Total 0/0 $2,570,000 $0
Source: NCEI
Storm Surge
Collier County is also vulnerable to Storm Surge caused by Hurricanes and Tropical Storms. Although
previously summarized in Section 2.5.1, Table 2.25 further details Storm Surge events that have impacted
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Collier County in the 20-year period from 2000 to 2019. Event narratives following this table provide a
fuller scope of the impacts from selected events.
Table 2.25 – Recorded Storm Surge events in Collier County, 2000-2019
Date Storm Deaths/ Injuries Property Damage Crop
Damage
10/24/2005 Hurricane Wilma 0/0 $0 $0
8/18/2008 Tropical Storm Fay 0/0 $60,000 $0
8/26/2012 Tropical Storm Isaac 0/0 $6,000,000 $0
6/6/2016 Tropical Storm Colin 0/0 $0 $0
9/10/2017 Hurricane Irma 0/0 $0 $0
Total 0/0 $2,570,000 $0
September 16, 2000 – Tropical Storm Gordon formed in the Gulf of Mexico about 375 miles west of Naples
late on September 15th. It moved northeast, briefly intensified to hurricane strength, then moved ashore
in the Big Bend area of Florida as a tropical storm late on September 17th. The outer fringes of Gordon
moved across south Florida, producing 3-6 inches of rain, numerous funnel clouds and waterspouts, and
at least three tornadoes.
September 13, 2001 – Tropical storm Gabrielle formed in the eastern Gulf of Mexico from a trough of low
pressure that had lingered over Florida since September 8. Gabrielle moved east northeast at 7 to 12 mph
with the center crossing the Florida west coast near Venice at noon on September 14. The minimum
central pressure in Collier County was 999.4 mb at Naples. Maximum winds in Collier County were at
Everglades City with sustained winds of 44 knots and peak gusts of 61 knots. Storm surge values of 3 to 5
feet were observed along much of the Collier County coast which caused some coastal flooding and minor
to moderate beach erosion. The estimate to repair the beach erosion was $3 million. Flooding by rainfall
of 2 to 5 inches along with the storm surge damaged 60 to 70 reside nces and 12,500 customers lost
electrical power.
August 13, 2004 – Early on August 13, Hurricane Charley intensified to Category 4 status and turned to a
north-northeast direction before making landfall near Port Charlotte around 3 PM EDT. The first outer
rain band, with wind gusts estimated up to 60 mph, impacted the south Florida Peninsula between
midnight and 2 AM EDT. In Collier County, a peak wind gust of 84 mph was measured at 2:50 PM EDT on
the top of a condominium at Vanderbilt Beach before the equipment failed. The Naples ASOS equipment
failed well before the maximum winds or minimum pressure occurred. Wind gusts at La Belle were
estimated at 80 mph. Rainfall in most locations in Collier County was around two inches with an unofficial
amount of 7.5 inches reported in North Naples. Radar local rainfall estimates of 8 to 10 inches were made
in North Naples. Flooding was mostly minimal.
The highest Storm Tide along the southwest Florida Coast was estimated at three feet near Wiggins Pass
with heights of one to two feet from Naples to Marco Island to Everglades City. Tidal flooding was minimal.
Lake Okeechobee levels increased up to three feet above normal along the north and northeast shores.
Hurricane wind damage was greatest in North Naples and Vanderbilt Beach with numerous power poles,
trees and signs blown down, and a few roofs damaged. Damage also occurred to screened porches
throughout the Naples-Marco Island metropolitan areas. Damage occurred to Gulf-side structures along
most of the coastline but beach erosion was mostly minor. Four persons in Naples suffered minor injuries
when their vehicle was touched by a downed power line during the storm. Three persons in Collier County
died from indirect causes after the hurricane. An estimated 130,000 customers in Collier County lost
power. About 2,500 people took refuge in six shelters.
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October 24, 2005 – Wilma was a classic October hurricane which struck South Florida as a Category 3
hurricane on October 24th, 2005. The hurricane made landfall as a category 3 storm shortly before 7 AM
Monday, October 24th on the southwest Florida coast between Everglades City and Cape Romano with
maximum sustained winds of 125 mph and an estimated minimum central pressure of 950 mb. Wilma
exhibited a very large 55- to 65-mile-wide eye while crossing the state, and the eye covered large portions
of South Florida, including the eastern two-thirds of Collier County. Sustained hurricane force winds (74
mph or greater) were observed over most areas. The highest recorded gusts were in the 100-120 mph
range. Rainfall amounts across South Florida generally ranged from 2 to 4 inches across southern sections
of the peninsula to 4 to 6 inches across western Collier county and around Lake Okeechobee. A storm
surge of around 8 feet was estimated in Marco Island, with 4 feet in Everglades City. One confirmed
tornado was observed in rural Collier County around 2:30 AM on the 24th, moving rapidly northwest from
the intersection of U.S. 41 and State Road 29 to the town of Copeland three miles to the north. An F1
intensity was assigned to the tornado as it caused snapped power poles, uprooted large trees, and
significantly damaged mobile homes.
In Collier, winds caused one direct fatality. While no monetary impacts were reported in NCEI for Collier
County, total damage estimates across South Florida range from $9 to $12 billion. Damage was
widespread, with large trees and power lines down virtually everywhere, causing widespread power
outages. Structural damage was heaviest in Broward and Palm Beach counties where roof damage and
downed or split power poles were noted in some areas. High-rise buildings suffered considerable damage,
mainly in the form of broken windows. This was observed mainly along the south east metro areas, but
also in Naples, which underscores the higher wind speeds with height commonly observed in hurricanes.
August 18, 2008 - The center of Tropical Storm Fay moved across Key West early in the evening of the
18th and into the mainland of South Florida at Cape Romano shortly before 5 AM on the 19th. Maximum
sustained winds were estimated to be around 52 knots (60 MPH) at landfall, however a maximum wind
gust of 69 knots (79 MPH) was recorded on a South Florida Water Management gauge on Lake
Okeechobee as the storm passed. Wind gusts to tropical storm force were felt area-wide, with sustained
tropical storm force winds experienced over portions Collier County. Wind damage was most significant
in the areas affected by tropical storm force sustained winds, primarily around Lake Okeechobee and
interior sections of southwest Florida, with only minor wind damage elsewhere. Rainfall ranged 6-8 inches
in southwest Florida. The height of the storm tide was around 5 feet in the Everglades City and
Chokoloskee areas. Minimal storm surge was noted elsewhere. All the associated effects of Tropical Storm
Fay in South Florida resulted in 1 fatality, 4 injuries, and $3.949 million in property damage. In Collier
County, total wind damages were reported to be $20,000 and total surge damages at $60,000.
August 26, 2012 – The center of Tropical Storm Isaac moved over the Florida Straits south of the Florida
Keys on Sunday, August 26th, passing just south of Key West. Rain bands and winds on the north side of
the circulation of Isaac affected Southeast Florida throughout the day of the 26th and part of the 27th.
Maximum storm tide values were observed at 4.9 feet at Naples, with estimates of 5 to 7 feet along the
southern Collier County coast from Goodland to Everglades City. Highest estimated inundation values of
up to 3 feet above ground level were noted in Goodland and Everglades City. Major beach erosion was
also observed along the Collier County beaches. Flooding caused by storm tides along the coast in Collier
County resulted in about $400,000 in damage. Damage from beach erosion in Collier and Broward
counties was estimated at $6 million.
September 10, 2017 – Major Hurricane Irma made landfall in Southwest Florida on Marco Island as a
Category 3 hurricane around 330 PM EDT on September 10th. The strength and size of Hurricane Irma
allowed for impacts to be felt across all of South Florida. Irma brought widespread wind damage, heavy
rainfall and storm surge to all areas. Hurricane-force sustained wind were measured in much of Collier
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County. Gusts to hurricane force were felt over all South Florida, with the maximum measured wind gust
of 142 mph in Naples. Widespread tree damage and some structural damage occurred across all of South
Florida, with most structural damage on the minor side. Hurricane Irma brought widespread rainfall and
some flooding across the region. From the period between 8 AM EDT September 9th and 8 AM EDT
September 11th, 8 to 15 inches of rain were measured over interior portions of Southwest Florida. This
rainfall near the end of a wet summer led to significant flooding over these areas. 5 to 10 inches of rain
were noted elsewhere across South Florida, with areas of minor to moderate flooding. $222.5 million in
damage came in from Collier County. Details about storm surge from Hurricane Irma can be found in
section 2.5.1.
Probability of Future Occurrence
In the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019, 9 hurricanes and tropical storms have impacted Collier
County, which equates to a 45 percent annual probability of hurricane winds impacting the planning area
in any given year. This probability does not account for impacts from hurricane rains or storm surge, which
may also be severe. The probability of a hurricane or tropical storm impacting Collier County is likely.
Figure 2.8 shows, for any location, the chance of a hurricane or tropical storm affecting the area sometime
during the Atlantic hurricane season. The figure was created by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration’s (NOAA) Hurricane Research Division, using data from 1944 to 1999. The figure shows the
number of times a storm or hurricane was located within approximately 100 miles (165 kilometers) of a
given spot in the Atlantic basin.
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Figure 2.8 – Empirical Probability of a Named Hurricane or Tropical Storm
Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Hurricane Research Division
Florida has over 8,000 miles of coastline that often gets hit by direct storms. The state is very vulnerable
to the impacts of hurricanes and tropical storms as detailed in this section. Substantial hurricane damage
is typically most likely to be expected in the coastal counties of the state; however, hurricane and tropical
storm-force winds have significantly impacted areas far inland.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
Collier County’s coastal location makes it a prime target for hurricane landfalls and changing climate and
weather conditions may increase the number and frequency of future hurricane events. Hurricanes and
other coastal storms may result in increased flooding, injuries, deaths, and extreme property loss.
According to the US Government Accountability Office, national storm losses from changing frequency
and intensity of storms is projected to increase anywhere from $4-6 billion soon.
According to NOAA, weather extremes will likely cause more frequent, stronger storms in the future due
to rising surface temperatures. NOAA models predict that while there may be less frequent, low-category
storm events (Tropical Storms, Category 1 Hurricanes), there will be more, high-category storm events
(Category 4 and 5 Hurricanes) in the future. This means that there may be fewer hurricanes overall in any
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given year, but when hurricanes do form, it is more likely that they will become large storms that can
create massive damage.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
The very young, the elderly and the handicapped are especially vulnerable to harm from hurricanes. For
those who are unable to evacuate for medical reasons, there should be provision to take care of special -
needs patients and those in hospitals and nursing homes. Many of these patients are either oxygen -
dependent, insulin-dependent, or in need of intensive medical care. There is a need to provide ongoing
treatment for these vulnerable citizens, either on the coast or by air evacuation to upland hospitals. The
stress from disasters such as a hurricane can result in immediate and long -term physical and emotional
health problems among victims.
Individuals in mobile homes are more vulnerable to hurricane winds, especially if their unit does not have
tie downs and other wind safety measures. Overall, there are 10,696 mobile home units in Collier County.
Over 20 percent of the housing stock in Everglades City is mobile home units. Additionally, there are over
10,000 mobile home units in unincorporated Collier County. These communities may face more severe
impacts from hurricane events as a result. Table 2.26 shows mobile home units by jurisdiction.
Table 2.26 – Mobile Home Units by Jurisdiction, 2018
Jurisdiction Total Housing Units Mobile Home Units Mobile Home Units,
Percent of Total
Everglades City 351 74 21.1%
Marco Island 18,742 9 0.1%
Naples 19,801 140 0.7%
Unincorporated Collier County 171,931 10,473 6.1%
Total 210,825 10,696 5.1%
Source: American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2018
Note: Census data is not available for the Immokalee Reservation.
Property
Hurricanes can cause catastrophic damage to coastlines and several hundred miles inland. Hurricanes can
produce winds exceeding 157 mph as well as tornadoes and microbursts. Additionally, hurricanes often
bring intense rainfall that can result in flash flooding. Floods and flying debris from the excessive winds
are often the deadly and most destructive results of hurricanes.
Hazus level 1 analysis was used to determine hurricane risk based on probabilistic parameters for the 100-
year and 500-year return periods. This analysis produced estimates of the likelihood of varying levels of
damage as well as building-related economic losses. Note that Hazus only assesses hurricane wind and
does not account for any other hazards associated with hurricane.
Table 2.27 and Table 2.28 provide the likelihood of damage at varying levels of severity by occupancy type.
During the probabilistic hurricane event with a 100-year return period, it’s estimated that more than 77%
of buildings in the county are likely to sustain damages. During the 500-year return period event, over
90% of the county’s buildings are likely to be damaged.
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Table 2.27 – Likelihood of Damage by Severity and Occupancy, 100-year Hurricane Event
Occupancy
Buildings
at Risk Value at Risk
Likelihood of Damage (%)
None Minor Moderate Severe Destruction
Agriculture 477 $168,071,000 20.38% 29.43% 26.19% 18.62% 5.38%
Commercial 7,201 $5,628,144,000 21.04% 21.77% 33.59% 23.04% 0.56%
Education 173 $195,401,000 22.68% 21.83% 29.91% 25.56% 0.02%
Government 108 $104,192,000 27.02% 20.24% 28.56% 24.16% 0.01%
Industrial 1,903 $951,068,000 22.64% 20.74% 29.46% 26.27% 0.89%
Religion 610 $495,399,000 21.92% 28.23% 29.65% 20.15% 0.05%
Residential 115,440 $35,361,568,000 24.39% 36.10% 28.92% 8.44% 2.15%
Total 125,912 $42,903,843,000 22.87% 25.48% 29.47% 20.89% 1.29%
Source: Hazus
Table 2.28 – Likelihood of Damage by Severity and Occupancy, 500-year Hurricane Event
Occupancy
Buildings
at Risk Value at Risk
Likelihood of Damage (%)
None Minor Moderate Severe Destruction
Agriculture 476 $168,071,000 5.94% 14.45% 27.49% 38.83% 13.30%
Commercial 7,201 $5,628,144,000 5.98% 9.06% 26.95% 54.60% 3.42%
Education 173 $195,401,000 6.62% 9.05% 24.17% 59.55% 0.61%
Government 105 $104,192,000 10.56% 9.74% 22.72% 56.53% 0.45%
Industrial 1,902 $951,068,000 6.31% 8.15% 22.61% 60.41% 2.52%
Religion 610 $495,399,000 5.91% 12.07% 28.39% 51.98% 1.64%
Residential 115,445 $35,361,568,000 6.47% 18.40% 32.74% 29.45% 12.94%
Total 125,912 $42,903,843,000 6.83% 11.56% 26.44% 50.19% 4.98%
Source: Hazus
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Table 2.29 details estimated property damages from the 100-year and 500-year hurricane wind events by
occupancy type.
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Table 2.29 – Estimated Property Damages, 100-year and 500-year Hurricane Wind Events
Area Residential Commercial Industrial Others Total
100-year Hurricane Event
Building $5,040,731,990 $689,821,610 $116,145,490 $99,295,360 $5,945,994,450
Content $1,578,194,070 $435,101,930 $89,414,120 $60,901,580 $2,163,611,700
Total $6,618,926,060 $1,124,923,540 $205,559,610 $160,196,940 $8,109,606,150
500-year Hurricane Event
Building $13,872,612,770 $1,903,830,650 $326,316,600 $270,330,950 $16,373,090,960
Content $5,441,640,710 $1,417,126,940 $286,011,350 $191,043,810 $7,335,822,810
Total $19,314,253,480 $3,320,957,590 $612,327,950 $461,374,760 $23,708,913,770
Source: Hazus
Estimated property damages for the 100-year hurricane wind event total $8,109,606,150, which equates
to a loss ratio of approximately 19 percent. Estimated property damages for the 500-year event total
$23,708,913,770, which represents a loss ratio of over 55 percent. FEMA considers a loss ratio of 10
percent or more to be an indicator that a community will have significant difficulty recovering from an
event. The 500-year event will cause significant difficulties for recovery. Damages from an actual hurricane
event would likely also involve flood impacts that would raise the damage total. Therefore, even a 100-
year hurricane event may cause more serious damages that what is reported here from Hazus.
Due to the limitations of a Hazus level 1 analysis, damage estimates for critical facilities could not be
calculated.
Environment
Aquatic species within the lake will either be displaced or destroyed. The velocity of the flood wave will
likely destroy riparian and instream vegetation and destroy wetland function. The flood wave will like
cause erosion within and adjacent to the stream. Deposition of eroded deposits may choke instream
habitat or disrupt riparian areas. Sediments within the lake bottom and any low oxygen water from within
the lake will be dispersed, potentially causing fish kills or releasing heavy metals found in the lake
sediment layers.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.30 summarizes the potential negative consequences of hurricanes and tropical storms.
Table 2.30 – Consequence Analysis – Hurricane and Tropical Storm
Category Consequences
Public Impacts include injury or death, loss of property, outbreak of diseases, mental
trauma and loss of livelihoods. Power outages and flooding are likely to displace
people from their homes. Water can become polluted such that if consumed,
diseases and infection can be easily spread. Residential, commercial, and public
buildings, as well as critical infrastructure such as transportation, water, energy, and
communication systems may be damaged or destroyed, resulting in cascading
impacts on the public.
Responders Localized impact expected to limit damage to personnel in the inundation area at
the time of the incident.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Damage to facilities/personnel from flooding or wind may require temporary
relocation of some operations. Operations may be interrupted by power outages.
Disruption of roads and/or utilities may postpone delivery of some services.
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Category Consequences
Regulatory waivers may be needed locally. Fulfillment of some contracts may be
difficult. Impact may reduce deliveries.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Structural damage to buildings may occur; loss of glass windows and doors by high
winds and debris; loss of roof coverings, partial wall collapses, and other damages
requiring significant repairs are possible in a major (category 3 to 5) hurricane.
Environment Hurricanes can devastate wooded ecosystems and remove all the foliation from
forest canopies, and they can change habitats so drastically that the indigenous
animal populations suffer as a result. Specific foods can be taken away as high winds
will often strip fruits, seeds and berries from bushes and trees. Secondary impacts
may occur; for example, high winds and debris may result in damage to an above-
ground fuel tank, resulting in a significant chemical spill.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances adversely affected, possibly for an extended period,
depending on damages. Intangible impacts also likely, including business
interruption and additional living expenses.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Likely to impact public confidence due to possibility of major event requiring
substantial response and long-term recovery effort.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes extreme heat hazard risk by jurisdiction. Due to its coastal geography, the
entire county is susceptible to the impacts of hurricanes, tropical storms, and the associated storm surges
and flooding. While hurricanes have the possibility of being catastrophic across all jurisdictions, certain
areas have higher vulnerability. Impacts may be greater in more highly developed areas with greater
amounts of impervious surface and higher exposure in terms of both property and population density.
Areas with more mobile homes are also more vulnerable to damage, while areas with higher property
values have greater overall exposure and potential for damages. Despite these differences, all jurisdictions
have the possibility for catastrophic impacts.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 3 4 4 1 3 3.3 H
Immokalee
Reservation 3 4 4 1 3 3.3 H
Marco Island 3 4 4 1 3 3.3 H
Naples 3 4 4 1 3 3.3 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 4 4 1 3 3.3 H
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2.5.3 Severe Storms and Tornadoes
Hazard Description
Thunderstorm Winds
Thunderstorms result from the rapid upward movement of warm, moist air. They can occur inside warm,
moist air masses and at fronts. As the warm, moist air moves upward, it cools, condenses, and forms
cumulonimbus clouds that can reach heights of greater than 35,000 ft. As the risin g air reaches its dew
point, water droplets and ice form and begin falling the long distance through the clouds towards earth’s
surface. As the droplets fall, they collide with other droplets and become larger. The falling droplets create
a downdraft of air that spreads out at earth’s surface and causes strong winds associated with
thunderstorms.
There are four ways in which thunderstorms can organize: single cell, multi -cell cluster, multi-cell lines
(squall lines), and supercells. Even though supercell thunderstorms are most frequently associated with
severe weather phenomena, thunderstorms most frequently organize into clusters or lines. Warm, humid
conditions are favorable for the development of thunderstorms. The average single cell thunderstorm is
approximately 15 miles in diameter and lasts less than 30 minutes at a single location. However,
thunderstorms, especially when organized into clusters or lines, can travel intact for distances exceeding
600 miles.
Thunderstorms are responsible for the development and formation of many severe weather phenomena,
posing great hazards to the population and landscape. Damage that results from thunderstorms is mainly
inflicted by downburst winds, large hailstones, and flash flooding caused by heavy precipitation. Stronger
thunderstorms can produce tornadoes and waterspouts. While conditions for thunderstorm conditions
may be anticipated within a few hours, severe conditions are difficult to predict. Regardless of severity,
storms generally pass within a few hours.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than six hours
Duration: 1 – Less than six hours
Lightning
Lightning is a sudden electrical discharge released from the atmosphere that follows a course from cloud
to ground, cloud to cloud, or cloud to surrounding air, with light illuminating its path. Lightning’s
unpredictable nature causes it to be one of the most feared weather elements.
All thunderstorms produce lightning, which often strikes outside of the area where it is raining and is
known to fall more than 10 miles away from the rainfall area. When lightning strikes, electricity shoots
through the air and causes vibrations creating the sound of thunder. A bolt of lightning can reach
temperatures approaching 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Nationwide, lightning kills 75 to 100 people each
year. Lightning strikes can also start building fires and wildland fires, and damage electrical systems and
equipment.
The watch/warning time for a given storm is usually a few hours. There is no warning time for any given
lightning strike. Lightning strikes are instantaneous. Storms that cause lightning usually pass within a few
hours.
Warning Time: 4 – minimal or no warning time (less than 6 hours warning)
Duration: 1 – less than six hours
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Hail
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), hail is precipitation that is
formed when updrafts in thunderstorms carry raindrops upward into extremely cold areas of the
atmosphere causing them to freeze. The raindrops form into small frozen droplets and then continue to
grow as they encounter super-cooled water which will freeze on contact with the frozen rain droplet. This
frozen rain droplet can continue to grow and form hail. If the updraft forces can support or suspend the
weight of the hailstone, hail can continue to grow.
At the time when the updraft can no longer support the hailstone, it will fall to the earth. For example, a
¼” diameter or pea sized hail requires updrafts of 24 mph, while a 2 ¾” diameter or baseball sized hail
requires an updraft of 81 mph. The largest hailstone recorded in the United States was found in Vivian,
South Dakota on July 23, 2010; it measured eight inches in diameter, almost the size of a soccer ball. While
soccer-ball-sized hail is the exception, but even small pea sized hail can do damage.
Hailstorms in Florida cause damage to property, crops, and the environment, and kill and injure livestock.
In the United States, hail causes more than $1 billion in damage to property and crops each year. M uch
of the damage inflicted by hail is to crops. Even relatively small hail can shred plants to ribbons in a matter
of minutes. Vehicles, roofs of buildings and homes, and landscaping are the other things most commonly
damaged by hail. Hail has been known to cause injury to humans; occasionally, these injuries can be fatal.
The onset of thunderstorms with hail is generally rapid. However, advancements in meteorological
forecasting allow for some warning. Storms usually pass in a few hours.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than 6 hours
Duration: 1 – Less than 6 hours
Tornado
According to the Glossary of Meteorology (AMS 2000), a tornado is "a violently rotating column of air,
pendant from a cumuliform cloud or underneath a cumuliform cloud, and often (but not always) visible
as a funnel cloud." Tornadoes can appear from any direction. Most move from southwest to northeast,
or west to east. Some tornadoes have changed direction amid path, or even backtracked.
Tornadoes are commonly produced by land falling tropical cyclones. Those making landfall along the Gulf
coast traditionally produce more tornadoes than those making landfall along the Atlantic coast.
Tornadoes that form within hurricanes are more common in the right front quadrant with respect to the
forward direction but can occur in other areas as well. According to the NHC, about 10% of the tropical
cyclone-related fatalities are caused by tornadoes. Tornadoes are more likely to be spawned within 24
hours of landfall and are usually within 30 miles of the tropical cyclone’s center.
Tornadoes have the potential to produce winds in excess of 200 mph (EF5 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale)
and can be very expansive – some in the Great Plains have exceeded two miles in width. Tornadoes
associated with tropical cyclones, however, tend to be of lower intensity (EF0 to EF2) and m uch smaller
in size than ones that form in the Great Plains.
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Source: NOAA National Weather Service
Warning Time: 4 – Less than 6 hours
Duration: 1 – Less than 6 hours
According to the NOAA Storm Prediction Center (SPC), the highest concentration of tornadoes in the
United States has been in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Florida respectively. Although the Great Plains
region of the Central United States does favor the development of the largest and most dangerous
tornadoes (earning the designation of “tornado alley”), Florida experiences the greatest number of
tornadoes per square mile of all U.S. states (SPC, 2002). The below Figure 2.9 shows tornado activity in
the United States based on the number of recorded tornadoes per 1,000 square miles.
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Figure 2.9 – Tornado Activity in the U.S.
Source: American Society of Civil Engineers
Location
Thunderstorm wind, lightning, and hail events do not have a defined vulnerability zone. The scope of
lightning and hail is generally confined to the footprint of its associated thunderstorm. The entirety of
Collier County shares equal risk to the threat of severe weather.
According to the Vaisala 2019 Annual Lightning Report, Florida had 228 lightning events per square mile,
more than any other state. According to Vaisala’s flash density map, shown in Figure 2.10, Collier County
is in an area that experiences 20 to 28 lightning flashes per square mile per year.
It should be noted that future lightning occurrences may exceed these figures.
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Figure 2.10 – Lightning Flash Density (2008-2017)
Source: Vaisala
Figure 2.11 reflects the tracks of past tornados that passed through Collier County from 1950 through
2017 according to data from the NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center.
Tornados can occur anywhere in the County. Tornadoes typically impact a small area, but damage may
be extensive. Tornado locations are completely random, meaning risk to tornado isn’t increased in one
area of the county versus another. All of Collier County is uniformly exposed to this hazard.
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Figure 2.11 – Tornado Paths Through Collier County, 1950-2017
Source: NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center
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Extent
Thunderstorm Winds
The magnitude of a thunderstorm event can be defined by the storm’s maximum wind speed and its
impacts. NCEI divides wind events into several types including High Wind, Strong Wind, Thunderstorm
Wind, Tornado and Hurricane. For this severe weather risk assessment, High Wind, Strong Wind and
Thunderstorm Wind data was collected. Hurricane Wind and Tornadoes are addressed as individual
hazards. The following definitions come from the NCEI Storm Data Preparation document.
High Wind – Sustained non-convective winds of 40mph or greater lasting for one hour or longer
or winds (sustained or gusts) of 58 mph for any duration on a widespread or localized basis.
Strong Wind – Non-convective winds gusting less than 58 mph, or sustained winds less than 40
mph, resulting in a fatality, injury, or damage.
Thunderstorm Wind – Winds, arising from convection (occurring within 30 minutes of lightning
being observed or detected), with speeds of at least 58 mph, or winds of any speed (non-severe
thunderstorm winds below 58 mph) producing a fatality, injury or damage.
The strongest recorded thunderstorm wind event in the county occurred on January 17, 2016 with a
measured gust of 90 mph in Naples and estimated gusts of 79 to 82 mph elsewhere across the county.
The event reportedly caused no fatalities, injuries, or damages.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 4 – Large
Lightning
Lightning is measured by the Lightning Activity Level (LAL) scale, created by the NWS to define lightning
activity into a specific categorical scale. The LAL is a common parameter that is part of fire weather
forecasts nationwide. The scale is shown in Table 2.31.
Table 2.31 – Lightning Activity Level Scale
Lightning Activity Level Scale
LAL 1 No thunderstorms
LAL 2 Isolated thunderstorms. Light rain will occasionally reach the ground. Lightning is very infrequent,
1 to 5 cloud to ground lightning strikes in a five-minute period
LAL 3 Widely scattered thunderstorms. Light to moderate rain will reach the ground. Lightning is
infrequent, 6 to 10 cloud to ground strikes in a five-minute period
LAL 4 Scattered thunderstorms. Moderate rain is commonly produced. Lightning is frequent, 11 to 15
cloud to ground strikes in a five-minute period
LAL 5 Numerous thunderstorms. Rainfall is moderate to heavy. Lightning is frequent and intense,
greater than 15 cloud to ground strikes in a five-minute period
LAL 6 Dry lightning (same as LAL 3 but without rain). This type of lightning has the potential for extreme
fire activity and is normally highlighted in fire weather forecasts with a Red Flag warning
Source: National Weather Service
With the right conditions in place, the entire county is susceptible to each lightning activity level as defined
by the LAL. Most lightning strikes cause limited damage to specific structures in a limited area, and cause
very few injuries or fatalities, and minimal disruption on quality of life.
While the total area vulnerable to a lightning strike corresponds to the footprint of a given thunderstorm,
a specific lightning strike is usually a localized event and occurs randomly. It should be noted that while
lightning is most often affiliated with severe thunderstorms, it may also strike outside of heavy rain and
might occur as far as 10 miles away from any rainfall. All of Collier County is exposed to lightning.
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Impact: 1 – Minor
Spatial Extent: 1 – Negligible
Hail
The NWS classifies hail by diameter size, and corresponding everyday objects to help relay scope and
severity to the population. Table 2.32 indicates the hailstone measurements utilized by the NWS.
Table 2.32 – Hailstone Measurement Comparison Chart
Average Diameter Corresponding Household Object
.25 inch Pea
.5 inch Marble/Mothball
.75 inch Dime/Penny
.875 inch Nickel
1.0 inch Quarter
1.5 inch Ping-pong ball
1.75 inch Golf ball
2.0 inch Hen egg
2.5 inch Tennis ball
2.75 inch Baseball
3.00 inch Teacup
4.00 inch Grapefruit
4.5 inch Softball
Source: National Weather Service
The Tornado and Storm Research Organization (TORRO) has further described hail sizes by their typical
damage impacts. Table 2.33 describes typical intensity and damage impacts of the various sizes of hail.
Table 2.33 – Tornado and Storm Research Organization Hailstorm Intensity Scale
Intensity
Category
Diameter
(mm)
Diameter
(inches)
Size
Description Typical Damage Impacts
Hard Hail 5-9 0.2-0.4 Pea No damage
Potentially
Damaging
10-15 0.4-0.6 Mothball Slight general damage to plants, crops
Significant 16-20 0.6-0.8 Marble, grape Significant damage to fruit, crops, vegetation
Severe 21-30 0.8-1.2 Walnut Severe damage to fruit and crops, damage to glass
and plastic structures, paint and wood scored
Severe 31-40 1.2-1.6 Pigeon’s egg >
squash ball
Widespread glass damage, vehicle bodywork damage
Destructive 41-50 1.6-2.0 Golf ball >
Pullet’s egg
Wholesale destruction of glass, damage to tiled roofs,
significant risk of injuries
Destructive 51-60 2.0-2.4 Hen’s egg Bodywork of grounded aircraft dented, brick walls
pitted
Destructive 61-75 2.4-3.0 Tennis ball >
cricket ball
Severe roof damage, risk of serious injuries
Destructive 76-90 3.0-3.5 Large orange
> softball
Severe damage to aircraft bodywork
Super
Hailstorms
91-100 3.6-3.9 Grapefruit Extensive structural damage. Risk of severe or even
fatal injuries to persons caught in the open
Super
Hailstorms
>100 4.0+ Melon Extensive structural damage. Risk of severe or even
fatal injuries to persons caught in the open
Source: Tornado and Storm Research Organization (TORRO), Department of Geography, Oxford Brookes University
Notes: In addition to hail diameter, factors including number and density of hailstones, hail fall speed and surface wind speeds affect severity.
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The average hailstone size recorded between 2000 and 2019 in Collier County was a little under 1” in
diameter; the largest hailstone recorded was 1.5”, recorded on April 6, 2012 and June 26, 2014. The
largest hailstone ever recorded in the U.S. fell in Vivian, SD on June 23, 2010, with a diameter of 8 inches
and a circumference of 18.62 inches.
Impact: 1 – Minor
Hailstorms frequently accompany thunderstorms, so their locations and spatial extents coincide. Collier
County is uniformly exposed to severe thunderstorms; therefore, the entire planning area is equally
exposed to hail which may be produced by such storms. However, large-scale hail tends to occur in a
more localized area within the storm.
Spatial Extent: 2 – Small
Tornado
Prior to February 1, 2007, tornado intensity was measured by the Fujita (F) scale. This scale was revised
and is now the Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale. Both scales are sets of wind estimates (not measurements)
based on damage. The new scale provides more damage indicators (28) and associated degrees of
damage, allowing for more detailed analysis, better correlation between damage and wind speed. It is
also more precise because it considers the materials affected and the construction of structures damaged
by a tornado. Table 2.34 shows the wind speeds associated with the enhanced Fujita scale ratings and the
damage that could result at different levels of intensity.
Table 2.34 – Enhanced Fujita Scale
EF
Number
3 Second
Gust (mph) Damage
0 65-85 Light damage. Peels surface off some roofs; some damage to gutters or siding; branches
broken off trees; shallow-rooted trees pushed over.
1 96-110 Moderate damage. Roofs severely stripped; mobile homes overturned or badly
damaged; loss of exterior doors; windows and other glass broken.
2 111-135
Considerable damage. Roofs torn off well-constructed houses; foundations of frame
homes shifted; mobile homes destroyed; large trees snapped or uprooted; light-object
missiles generated; cars lifted off ground.
3 136-165
Severe damage. Entire stories of well-constructed houses destroyed; severe damage to
large buildings such as shopping malls; trains overturned; trees debarked; heavy cars
lifted off the ground and thrown; structures with weak foundations blown away some
distance.
4 166-200 Devastating damage. Well-constructed houses and whole frame houses completely
leveled; cars thrown, and small missiles generated.
5 Over 200
Incredible damage. Strong frame houses leveled off foundations and swept away;
automobile-sized missiles fly in excess of 100 m; high-rise buildings have significant
structural deformation; incredible phenomena will occur.
The most intense tornado to pass through Collier County in the past 20 years was an EF1 in Ochopee on
September 9, 2017. While NCEI reports no property damage occurred, narratives of the event say that it
occurred simultaneous to Hurricane Irma and caused damage to multiple trees along its path. The tornado
was 0.25 miles long and 50 yards wide.
Impact: 3 – Critical
Spatial Extent: 2 – Small
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Historical Occurrences
Thunderstorm Winds
Between January 1, 2000 and December 31, 2019, the NCEI recorded 54 separate incidents of
thunderstorm winds, occurring on 35 separate days. These events caused $200,500 in recorded property
damage, but no crop damages, injuries, or fatalities were reported. The recorded gusts averaged 54.6
miles per hour, with the highest gusts recorded at 89.8 mph, recorded on January 17, 2016. Of these
events, 15 caused property damage. Wind gusts with property damage recorded average d $11,794 in
damage, with one gust causing a reported $50,000 in damage (in East Naples on August 9, 2006). These
incidents are aggregated by the date the events occurred and are recorded in Table 2.35 below:
Table 2.35 – Recorded Thunderstorm Winds with Property Damages, Collier County, 2000-2019
Location Date Wind Speed
(mph) Fatalities Injuries Property
Damage
Vanderbilt Beach 6/26/2001 81 0 0 $50,000
Naples 7/17/2002 58 0 0 $0
Naples 2/22/2003 63 0 0 $0
Vanderbilt Beach 7/4/2003 75 0 0 $0
Golden Gate 4/12/2004 63 0 0 $10,000
Immokalee 6/4/2004 62 0 0 $0
Marco Island 8/13/2004 63 0 0 $0
Everglades City 4/7/2005 58 0 0 $5,000
Golden Gate 7/16/2005 58 0 0 $1,000
East Naples 8/9/2006 81 0 0 $50,000
Naples 8/19/2006 63 0 0 $0
Jerome 39207 64 0 0 $0
Immokalee 39208 70 0 0 $10,000
(Apf)Naples Muni Arp 5/14/2007 60 0 0 $0
Golden Gate 6/8/2007 70 0 0 $1,000
East Naples 6/25/2007 64 0 0 $500
(Apf)Naples Muni Arp 9/17/2007 62 0 0 $20,000
Sunniland 6/7/2009 60 0 0 $0
Naples Park 4/26/2010* 58 0 0 $2,000
Immokalee 6/15/2011* 86 0 0 $40,000
(Apf)Naples Muni Arp 4/6/2012 60 0 0 $2,000
Immokalee 5/24/2013 60 0 0 $0
East Naples 3/6/2014* 60 0 0 $0
Corkscrew 3/29/2014 60 0 0 $0
Golden Gate 6/15/2014 60 0 0 $0
Golden Gate 6/11/2015* 60 0 0 $0
(Apf)Naples Muni Arp 9/29/2015 64 0 0 $0
Naples 1/17/2016* 90 0 0 $0
Marco Island Arpt 2/16/2016 60 0 0 $0
Goodland 1/23/2017 60 0 0 $0
(Apf)Naples Muni Arp 7/31/2017 58 0 0 $2,000
(Apf)Naples Muni Arp 12/9/2017 59 0 0 $0
Marco Island 3/20/2018 61 0 0 $0
East Naples 5/30/2018 49 0 0 $5,000
Marco Island 10/19/2019* 45 0 0 $2,000
Total 0 0 $200,500
Source: NCEI; Note: *Multiple events occurred on these dates. Injury, fatality, and damage stats are totaled; wind speed is highest reported.
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In addition to recorded thunderstorm wind events, NCEI reports 2 high wind and strong wind events
during this same period that caused $5,000 in property damage. Of all 60 wind events during this period,
there were no incidents that directly caused deaths or injuries.
Lightning
According to NCEI data, there were 27 lightning strikes reported between 2000 and 2019. Of these, 17
recorded property damage totaling over $4.7 million. The highest rate of property damage recorded for a
single incident was $2,000,000. Three events caused fatalities, and seven events caused a total of 11
injuries. Event narratives indicate in some cases that property damage occurred but was not estimated;
therefore, actual property damage amounts are higher. No crop damage was recorded by these strikes. It
should be noted that lightning events recorded by the NCEI are only those that are reported; it is certain
that additional lightning incidents have occurred in Collier County. Table 2.36 details NCEI-recorded
lightning strikes from 2000 through 2019.
Table 2.36 – Recorded Lightning Strikes in Collier County, 2000-2019
Location Date Time Fatalities Injuries Property Damage
Naples Park 6/18/2001 18:30 0 0 $2,000
Immokalee 4/28/2003 13:30 1 2 $0
Naples 8/5/2003 14:00 0 1 $5,000
Lelyland 8/7/2006 12:45 0 1 $500,000
Golden Gate 8/15/2006 14:00 0 1 $0
North Naples 7/27/2007 18:55 0 0 $40,000
Collier City 9/17/2008 20:00 0 0 $75,000
Corkscrew 6/23/2009 12:50 0 2 $0
Naples 7/14/2010 14:15 0 0 $10,000
Naples Park 9/26/2010 14:30 0 0 $1,000
Golden Gate 9/23/2011 16:50 0 0 $600
Corkscrew 6/26/2013 12:35 1 0 $0
Marco 7/9/2013 14:00 0 0 $0
Marco 8/18/2013 16:30 0 0 $0
North Naples 9/2/2013 12:10 0 0 $2,000,000
East Naples 9/6/2013 19:30 0 0 $2,000
Vanderbilt Beach 9/7/2013 15:45 0 0 $30,000
Golden Gate 4/17/2014 14:55 0 0 $0
East Naples 7/15/2014 10:20 0 0 $5,000
Naples 6/22/2015 17:00 0 0 $2,000,000
Naples Park 7/1/2015 18:00 0 0 $2,000
North Naples 7/1/2015 18:30 0 0 $10,000
East Naples 8/15/2015 14:00 0 1 $0
Golden Gate 5/28/2016 14:00 1 0 $0
Marco Island 8/24/2016 13:50 0 3 $0
North Naples 6/30/2017 17:00 0 0 $10,000
Naples Park 7/18/2019 12:30 0 0 $80,000
Total 3 11 $4,772,600
Source: NCEI
The following are a selection of narrative descriptions recorded in NCEI for lightning events that occurred
in Collier County:
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April 28, 2003 – A 52-year-old was killed while working near a ditch at a farm two miles from Oil Well
Road. Two other men standing about 10 feet away were injured by the same lightning strike. It was raining
heavily at the time.
June 23, 2009 – Two truck drivers were shocked by a nearby lightning strike as they were loading a dump
truck in the Golden Gate Estates area. Both men received minor burns on their thighs and complained
that their feet were stinging and burning. The injuries were not believed to be serious. One of the men
was 22 years old and the other's age was unclear.
June 26, 2013 – Lightning fatally struck a 35-year-old male construction worker who was working on the
exterior of a single-family home on scaffolding.
May 28, 2016 – OSHA reported a fatality due to a lightning strike to a construction worker who was
struck while working on a roof. The date of death was reported to be the following day, May 29th, 2016.
August 24, 2016 – A family visiting from out of town was leaving the south beach area of Marco Island
as storms approached when lightning struck near their location. A 15-year-old male, as well as his
brother and another female fell into the sand. All three were able to recover, but the 15-year-old male
reported numbness in the chest, legs, and arms. All three victims and was taken to a local hospital and
later released with minor injuries.
Hail
NCEI records 39 separate hail incidents across 30 days between January 1, 2000 and December 31, 2019
in Collier County. Of these, no events were reported to have caused property damage and none caused
death, injury or crop damage. However, this damage estimate may be under reported, as damage was
reported in the narratives of many events but was not recorded in terms of a monetary value. The largest
diameter hail recorded in the County was 1.5 inches, which occurred on two occasions: in Golden Gate on
April 6, 2012 and in North Naples on June 26, 2014. The average hail size of all events in the County was
just under one inch in diameter. Table 2.37 shows the summary of hail occurrences.
Table 2.37 – Summary of Hail Occurrences by Location
Location Number of Occurrences Average Hail Diameter
Copeland 1 1.00”
Everglades City 1 0.75”
Golden Gate 13 0.96”
Immokalee 3 0.88”
Jerome 1 1.00”
Marco Island 3 0.96”
Miles City 1 1.00”
Monroe Station 1 0.75”
Naples 6 0.84”
Naples Park 4 0.85”
North Naples 4 1.13”
Royal Palm 1 1.00”
Total 42 0.93”
Source: NCEI
The following narratives provide detail on select hailstorms from the above list of NCEI recorded events:
April 6, 2012 – A strong cold front produced a line of strong to severe thunderstorms that moved across
South Florida during the morning and early afternoon. Approximately 4,000 customers lost power in
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Collier County, with an estimated 5,800 in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. Hail of 1.5-inch diameter
was reported near Golden Gate Boulevard about one mile east of Collier Blvd.
June 26, 2014 – A moist and unstable airmass resulted in scattered late afternoon and evening showers
and thunderstorms. A Facebook picture showed a 1.5-inch hail diameter in Wilshire Lakes just north of
Vanderbilt Beach Road and east of I-75.
June 11, 2018 – Morning storms once again developed along the east coast with the Atlantic sea breeze,
with numerous storms across the interior and Gulf coast as sea breeze moved west and collided with the
Gulf breeze along the Gulf coast during the afternoon hours. Shower and storm development along these
boundaries were enhanced by a lingering upper level low across the northern Florida and the eastern Gulf
of Mexico, allowing several strong storms to develop. Hail and a funnel cloud were reported in Palm Beach
County with the morning activity, along with a lightning-induced fatality in Broward County. Hail was
reported in Collier County during the afternoon hours. A video received via social media shows
approximately dime sized hail falling in the Palm River area of North Naples. Time is estimated based on
video post time and radar.
Tornado
NCEI storm reports were reviewed from 2000 through 2019 to assess whether recent trends varied from
the longer historical record. According to NCEI, Collier County experienced 24 tornado incidents between
2000 and 2019, causing 1 injury, almost $800 thousand in property damage and no fatalities or crop
damage. However, this damage estimate may be under reported, as damage was reported in the
narratives of many events but was not recorded in terms of a monetary value. Table 2.38 shows historical
tornadoes in Collier County during this time period.
Table 2.38 – Recorded Tornadoes in Collier County, 2000-2019
Location Date Time Magnitude Deaths/Injuries Property Damage Crop Damage
Naples 6/16/2001 16:45 F0 0/0 $2,000 $0
Naples 3/27/2003 14:20 F1 0/0 $50,000 $0
Ochopee 3/27/2003 15:00 F0 0/0 $0 $0
Ochopee 7/15/2003 17:59 F0 0/0 $0 $0
Monroe Station 10/29/2003 13:20 F0 0/0 $0 $0
Golden Gate 4/12/2004 17:45 F1 0/0 $100,000 $0
North Naples 7/10/2004 17:00 F0 0/0 $5,000 $0
East Naples 9/19/2004 15:15 F1 0/0 $75,000 $0
East Naples 9/19/2004 15:20 F0 0/0 $10,000 $0
Naples 9/27/2005 16:27 F0 0/0 $0 $0
Copeland 10/24/2005 13:30 F1 0/0 $40,000 $0
Jerome 9/22/2007 19:00 EF0 0/0 $0 $0
North Naples 12/21/2007 20:10 EF0 0/0 $15,000 $0
Everglades City 2/12/2008 21:45 EF0 0/0 $444,590 $0
Naples 4/6/2012 20:43 EF0 0/0 $10,000 $0
East Naples 6/23/2012 14:35 EF0 0/0 $35,000 $0
Naples Park 6/23/2012 15:00 EF0 0/1 $0 $0
Goodland 6/24/2012 10:10 EF0 0/0 $0 $0
Golden Gate 6/24/2012 11:00 EF0 0/0 $0 $0
Corkscrew 6/24/2012 11:25 EF0 0/0 $0 $0
Vanderbilt Beach 9/29/2015 21:00 EF0 0/0 $0 $0
Sunniland 2/16/2016 17:10 EF0 0/0 $0 $0
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Location Date Time Magnitude Deaths/Injuries Property Damage Crop Damage
Ochopee 9/9/2017 11:20 EF1 0/0 $0 $0
Corkscrew 11/22/2017 16:40 EF0 0/0 $0 $0
Total 0/1 $786,590 $0
Source: NCEI
Narratives from NCEI illustrate that damage occurred in many of these incidents even if a monetary value
was not recorded. Specific incidents with some level of impact include:
April 12, 2004 – A tornado associated with a squall line touched down near I-75 and Santa Barbara
Boulevard and lifted near the Golden Gate Parkway. The tornado caused minor roof damage to houses,
destroyed sheds and uprooted trees. Minor damage was also reported at Naples Municipal Airport.
September 19, 2004 – A tornado touched down in a vacant construction site just south of the Imperial
Wilderness Mobile Home Park then moved northwest through the MHP. Damage was sustained to twenty
homes with six suffering major damage.
February 12, 2008 – An EF0 Tornado touched down at the Everglades City Airport, flipping two Cessna
Aircrafts while moving northeast. The tornado then moved across western sections of Everglades City
producing roof and minor structural damage to a condo, school, and storage building and downing trees
and power poles and damaging fences before dissipating on the north side of town.
June 23, 2012 – The outer bands from Tropical Storm Debby located in the northeast Gulf of Mexico
spawned two tornadoes in the Naples area both with EF0 intensity. A brief tornado touchdown occurred
at the North Collier Hospital in North Naples on the corner of Immokalee and Goodlette-Frank Roads.
Damage was reported to trees and light poles broken off, but no structural damage to the hospital. One
person was struck by a downed tree limb and was treated on-site. The tornado was likely spawned by the
same storm that produced the earlier tornado in East Naples.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Based on historical occurrences recorded by NCEI for the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019, Collier
County averages 2.7 thunderstorm wind events per year. Over this same period, 24 lightning events were
reported as having caused death, injury, or property damage, which equates to an average of 1.2
damaging lightning strikes per year.
The average hail storm in Collier County occurs in the afternoon and has a hail stone with a diameter of
just under one inch. Over the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019, Collier County experienced 39
reported hail incidents; this averages just under two reported incidents per year somewhere in the
planning area, or a 100% chance that the County will experience a hail incident each year.
Based on these historical occurrences, there is a 100% chance that the County will experience severe
weather each year. The probability of a damaging impacts is highly likely.
In a twenty-year span between 2000 and 2019, Collier County experienced 24 separate tornado incidents
over 19 separate days. This correlates to over a 100 percent annual probability that the Region will
experience a tornado somewhere in its boundaries. None of these past tornado events was a magnitude
EF2 or greater; therefore, the annual probability of a significant tornado event is less than 1 percent.
Probability: 4 – Highly Likely
Climate Change
Higher temperatures and humidity may increase atmospheric variability associated with the origination
of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. Decreases in vertical wind shear can result in fewer or weaker
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severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. However, this decrease is most likely to occur when convective
available potential energy is high in spring and summer, which could result in more frequent severe
storms. There has been a surge in the number of severe storms reported over the past 50 years, but this
increase could at least be partially attributed to technological developments that allow for better
identification and reporting of such storms.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
People and populations exposed to the elements are most vulnerable to severe weather. A common
hazard associated with wind events is falling trees and branches. Risk of being struck by lightning is greater
in open areas, at higher elevations, and on the water.
Lightning can also cause cascading hazards, including power loss. Loss of power could critically impact
those relying on energy to service, including those that need powered medical devices. Additionally, the
ignition of fires is always a concern with lightning strikes.
The availability of sheltered locations such as basements, buildings constructed using hail-resistant
materials and methods, and public storm shelters, all reduce the exposure of the population. Residents
living in mobile homes are more vulnerable to hail events due to the lack of shelter locations and the
vulnerability of the housing unit to damages. Overall, the housing stock in Collier County includes 10,696
mobile home units, as detailed in Table 2.26 in Section 2.5.2. Over 20 percent of the housing stock in
Everglades City is comprised of mobile home units. Additionally, there are over 10,000 mobile home units
in unincorporated Collier County, comprising over 6 percent of the housing stock. These communities may
face more severe impacts from hurricane events as a result.
Since 2000, the NCEI records 3 fatalities and 11 injuries attributed to lightning in Collier County. NCEI
records no fatalities and no injuries attributed to wind events in Collier County. There are no injuries or
fatalities attributed to hail.
People and populations exposed to the elements are most vulnerable to tornados. Since 2000, the NCEI
database records no fatalities and one injury attributed to tornadoes in Collier County.
Property
All property, including residential and commercial buildings as well as critical facilities and infrastructure,
are vulnerable to impacts from severe storms and tornadoes.
Property damage caused by lightning usually occurs in one of two ways – either by direct damages through
fires ignited by lightning, or by secondary impacts due to power loss. According to data collected on
lightning strikes in Collier County, most recorded property damage was due to structure fires.
NCEI records lightning impacts over 20 years (2000-2019), with $4,772,600 in property damage recorded
(no incidents were recorded in 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2012, or 2018). Based on these records, the
planning area experiences an annualized loss of $238,630 in property damage. The average impact from
lightning per incident in Collier County is $176,763.
General damages to property from hail are direct, including destroyed windows, dented cars, and building,
roof and siding damage in areas exposed to hail. Hail can also cause enough damage to cars to cause them
to be totaled. The level of damage is commensurate with both a material’s ability to withstand hail
impacts, and the size of the hailstones that are falling. Construction practices and building codes can help
maximize the resistance of the structures to damage. Large amounts of hail may need to be physically
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cleared from roadways and sidewalks, depending on accumulation. Hail can cause other cascading
impacts, including power loss.
During a 20-year span between January 1, 2000 and December 31, 2019 in Collier County, NCEI reported
no property damage as a direct result of hail. It should be noted that property damage due to hail is usually
insured loss, with damages covered under most major comprehensive insurance plans. Because of this,
hail losses are notoriously underreported by the NCEI. It is difficult to find an accurate repository of hail
damages in Collier County, thus the NCEI is still used to form a baseline.
Wind events reported in NCEI for the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019 totaled $200,500 in property
damage, which equates to an annualized loss of $10,025 across the planning area.
General damages to property are both direct (what the tornado physically destroys) and indirect, which
focuses on additional costs, damages and losses attributed to secondary hazards spawned by the tornado,
or due to the damages caused by the tornado. Depending on the size of the tornado and its path, a
tornado is capable of damaging and eventually destroying almost anything. Construction practices and
building codes can help maximize the resistance of the structures to damage.
Secondary impacts of tornado damage often result from damage to infrastructure. Downed power and
communications transmission lines, coupled with disruptions to transportation, create difficulties in
reporting and responding to emergencies. These indirect impacts of a tornado put tremendous strain on
a community. In the immediate aftermath, the focus is on emergency services.
Since 2000, damaging tornadoes in the County are directly responsible for nearly $786,600 worth of
damage to property according to NCEI data. This equates to an annualized loss of $39,330.
Environment
The main environmental impact from wind is damage to trees or crops. Wind events can also bring down
power lines, which could cause a fire and result in even greater environmental impacts. Lightning may
also result in the ignition of wildfires. This is part of a natural process, however, and the environment will
return to its original state in time.
Hail can cause extensive damage to the natural environment, pelting animals, trees and vegetation with
hailstones. Melting hail can also increase both river and flash flood risk.
Tornadoes can cause massive damage to the natural environment, uprooting trees and other debris within
the tornado’s path. This is part of a natural process, however, and the environment will return to its
original state in time.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.39 summarizes the potential negative consequences of severe weather.
Table 2.39 – Consequence Analysis – Severe Weather
Category Consequences
Public Injuries; fatalities
Responders Injuries; fatalities; potential impacts to response capabilities due to storm impacts
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Potential impacts to continuity of operations due to storm impacts; delays in
providing services
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Possibility of structure fire ignition; potential for disruptions in power and
communications infrastructure; destruction and/or damage to any exposed property,
especially windows, cars and siding; mobile homes see increased risk.
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Category Consequences
The weakest tornadoes, EF0, can cause minor roof damage, while strong tornadoes
can destroy frame buildings and even badly damage steel reinforced concrete
structures. Buildings are vulnerable to direct impact from tornadoes and from wind
borne debris. Mobile homes are particularly susceptible to damage during tornadoes.
Environment Potential fire ignition from lightning; hail damage to wildlife and foliage. Potential
devastating impacts in storm’s path.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Lightning damage contingent on target; can severely impact/destroy critical
infrastructure and other economic drivers. Contingent on tornado’s path; can
severely impact/destroy critical infrastructure and other economic drivers.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
Public confidence is not generally affected by severe weather events if response and
recovery are not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes severe weather hazard risk by jurisdiction. Most aspects of severe storm
risk do not vary substantially by jurisdiction; however, mobile home units are more vulnerable to wind
damage. Over 21 percent of the housing units in Everglades City are mobile home units. Additionally, there
are over 10,400 mobile home units in unincorporated Collier County, comprising over 6 percent of the
housing stock. These communities may therefore face more severe impacts from wind. Where priority
ratings vary between thunderstorm wind, lightning, and hail for impact and spatial extent, these scores
represent an average rating with greater weight given to thunderstorm wind because it occurs much more
frequently.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 4 2 3 4 1 2.7 H
Immokalee
Reservation 4 1 3 4 1 2.4 M
Marco Island 4 1 3 4 1 2.4 M
Naples 4 1 3 4 1 2.4 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 4 2 3 4 1 2.7 H
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2.5.4 Wildfire
Hazard Description
A wildfire is an uncontained fire that spreads through the environment. Wildfires can consume large areas,
including infrastructure, property, and resources. When massive fires, or conflagrations, develop near
populated areas, evacuations possibly ensue. Not only do the flames impact the environment, but the
massive volumes of smoke spread by certain atmospheric conditions also impact the health of nearby
populations. There are three general types of fire spread that are recognized.
Ground fires – burn organic matter in the soil beneath surface litter and are sustained by glowing
combustion.
Surface fires – spread with a flaming front and burn leaf litter, fallen branches and other fuels
located at ground level.
Crown fires – burn through the top layer of foliage on a tree, known as the canopy or crown fires.
Crown fires, the most intense type of fire and often the most difficult to contain, need strong
winds, steep slopes and a heavy fuel load to continue burning.
Generally, wildfires are started by humans, either through arson or carelessness. Fire intensity is
controlled by both short-term weather conditions and longer-term vegetation conditions. During intense
fires, understory vegetation, such as leaves, small branches, and other organic materials that accumulate
on the ground, can become additional fuel for the fire. The most explosive conditions occur when dry,
gusty winds blow across dry vegetation.
Weather plays a major role in the birth, growth and death of a wildfire. In support of forecasting for fire
weather, the NWS Fire Weather Program emerged in response to a need for weather support to large and
dangerous wildfires. This service is provided to federal and state land management agencies for the
prevention, suppression, and management of forest and rangeland fires. As shown in Figure 2.12, the
NWS Miami-South Florida Forecast Office provides year-round fire weather forecasts for the region.
Figure 2.12 – Fire Weather Forecast, Collier County Area
Source: National Weather Service
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Weather conditions favorable to wildfire include drought, which increases flammability of surface fuels,
and winds, which aid a wildfire’s progress. The combination of wind, temperature, and humidity affects
how fast wildland fires can spread. Rapid response can contain wildfires and limit their threat to property.
Collier County experiences a variety of wildfire conditions found in the Keetch-Byram Drought Index,
which is described in Table 2.40. The Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) for January 20, 2020 is shown in
Figure 2.13 along with a Daily Fire Danger Estimate Adjective Rating for certain points across the state.
The KBDI for Collier County and the surrounding areas at this time was between 300 and 600.
Table 2.40 – Keetch-Byram Drought Index Fire Danger Rating System
KBDI Description
0-200 Soil and fuel moisture are high. Most fuels will not readily ignite or burn. However, with enough
sunlight and wind, cured grasses and some light surface fuels will burn in sports and patches.
200-400 Fires more readily burn and will carry across an area with no gaps. Heavier fuels will still not readily
ignite and burn. Also, expect smoldering and the resulting smoke to carry into and possibly through
the night.
400-600 Fire intensity begins to significantly increase. Fires will readily burn in all directions exposing mineral
soils in some locations. Larger fuels may burn or smolder for several days creating possible smoke and
control problems.
600-800 Fires will burn to mineral soil. Stumps will burn to the end of underground roots and spotting will be a
major problem. Fires will burn through the night and heavier fuels will actively burn and contribute to
fire intensity.
Source: United State Forest Service Wildland Fire Assessment System
Figure 2.13 – Keetch-Byram Drought Index, January 2020
Source: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Warning Time: 4 – Less than 6 hours
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Duration: 3 – Less than 1 week
Location
The location of wildfire risk can be defined by the acreage of Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). The WUI is
described as the area where structures and other human improvements meet and intermingle with
undeveloped wildland or vegetative fuels, and thus demarcates the spatial extent of wildfire risk. The WUI
is essentially all the land in the county that is not heavily urbanized. The Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment
(SWRA) estimates that 91.4 percent of the Collier County population lives within the WUI. The expansion
of residential development from urban centers out into rural landscapes increases the potential for
wildland fire threat to public safety and the potential for damage to forest resources and dependent
industries. Population growth within the WUI substantially increases the risk of wildfire.
Table 2.41 details the extent of the WUI in Collier County, and Figure 2.14 maps the WUI. It is important
to note that as the second largest county in Florida by area, 86.7 percent of the county is classified as
outside the WUI and the remaining 13.3 percent is detailed below.
Table 2.41 – Wildland Urban Interface, Population and Acres
Housing Density
WUI
Population
Percent of WUI
Population WUI Acres
Percent of
WUI Acres
LT 1hs/40ac 448 0.2 % 25,836 13.1 %
1hs/40ac to 1hs/20ac 461 0.2 % 10,613 5.4 %
1hs/20ac to 1hs/10ac 1,235 0.4 % 14,386 7.3 %
1hs/10ac to 1hs/5ac 3,313 1.1 % 17,263 8.8 %
1hs/5ac to 1hs/2ac 22,088 7.5 % 43,798 22.3 %
1hs/2ac to 3hs/1ac 132,491 45.1 % 68,461 34.8 %
GT 3hs/1ac 133,981 45.6 % 16,251 8.3 %
Total 294,017 100.0 % 196,618 100.0 %
Source: Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment
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Figure 2.14 – Wildland Urban Interface, Collier County
Source: Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment
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Extent
Wildfire extent can be defined by the fire’s intensity and measured by the Characteristic Fire Intensity
Scale, which identifies areas where significant fuel hazards which could produce dangerous fires exist. Fire
Intensity ratings identify where significant fuel hazards and dangerous fire behavior potential exist based
on fuels, topography, and a weighted average of four percentile weather categories. The Fire Intensity
Scale consists of five classes, as defined by Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment and is shown in Table 2.42.
Figure 2.15 shows the potential fire intensity within the WUI across Collier County.
Table 2.42 – Fire Intensity Scale
Class Description
1, Very Low Very small, discontinuous flames, usually less than 1 foot in length; very low rate of spread; no
spotting. Fires are typically easy to suppress by firefighters with basic training and non-
specialized equipment.
2, Low Small flames, usually less than two feet long; small amount of very short-range spotting possible.
Fires are easy to suppress by trained firefighters with protective equipment and specialized tools.
3, Moderate Flames up to 8 feet in length; short-range spotting is possible. Trained firefighters will find these
fires difficult to suppress without support from aircraft or engines, but dozer and plows are
generally effective. Increasing potential for harm or damage to life and property.
4, High Large Flames, up to 30 feet in length; short-range spotting common; medium range spotting
possible. Direct attack by trained firefighters, engines, and dozers is generally ineffective,
indirect attack may be effective. Significant potential for harm or damage to life and property.
5, Very High Very large flames up to 150 feet in length; profuse short-range spotting, frequent long-range
spotting; strong fire-induced winds. Indirect attack marginally effective at the head of the fire.
Great potential for harm or damage to life and property.
Source: Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment
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Figure 2.15 – Characteristic Fire Intensity, Collier County
Source: Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment
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A significant portion, approximately 29.7 percent, of Collier County may experience a Class 4 or higher
Fire Intensity, which poses significant harm or damage to life and property. However , the areas with
greatest potential fire intensity are largely outside the WUI. Over 21 percent of the county may experience
Class 3 or 3.5 Fire Intensity, which has potential for harm to life and property but is easier to suppress
with dozer and plows. The remainder of the region is either non-burnable (22.3%) or would face a Class 1
or Class 2 Fire Intensity (26.4%), which are easily suppressed.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 3 – Moderate
Historical Occurrences
NCEI records the following 17 wildfires for Collier County within the 20 year period from 2000 through
2019.
Table 2.43 – Wildfires in Collier County, 2000-2019
Location Date Fatalities Injuries Property Damage
Golden Gate 4/9/2000 0 0 $200,000
Golden Gate 5/19/2001 0 0 $0
Unknown 5/4/2007 0 0 $0
Unknown 5/7/2007 0 0 $75,000
Unknown 6/1/2007 0 0 $0
Unknown 5/29/2008 0 0 $850,000
Unknown 4/22/2009 0 0 $0
Unknown 5/1/2009 0 0 $0
Unknown 5/8/2009 0 0 $65,000
Unknown 4/26/2011 0 0 $80,000
Unknown 5/1/2011 0 0 $80,000
Unknown 3/5/2017 0 0 $578,000
Unknown 3/18/2017 0 0 $0
Unknown 3/30/2017 0 0 $0
Unknown 4/20/2017 0 1 $3,500,000
Unknown 4/20/2017 0 0 $0
Unknown 3/23/2018 0 0 $0
Total 0 1 $5,428,000
Source: NCEI
Almost $5.5 million in property damage was accrued in Collier County over 20 years, giving an average of
$271,400 per year. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services records 40 wildfires
throughout the entire State during the same 20-year time period with over one million acres burned, or
just over 50,500 acres burned per year.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services maintains records of acreage burned and
number of fires within the State of Florida. Between January 1 st and January 26th, 2020, there were 93
wildfires across the State with a total of 701 acres burned.
Florida participates in the national Ready, Set, Go! program which helps prepare first responders to best
address wildfires when they occur. This program is also used as outreach to help citizens understand their
risk and how to be prepared. Collier County has addressed fire hazards in their building codes and
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comprehensive plan. Additionally, The State of Florida crated a State Wildfire Mitigation Plan, in which
Collier County is a part of the Caloosahatchee Forestry Center Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
According to the Caloosahatchee Forestry Center Wildfire Mitigation Plan, Collier County is home to many
prescribed burn programs due to its abundance of public parks and forests. The largest wildfire hazard
area in Collier County is Golden Gates Estates because of its density and location in heavily wooded areas.
Between 2005 and 2015, lightning was the main cause of wildfires in the County accounting for 39 percent
of the 810 wildfires. One of the many goals of the Wildfire Mitigation Plan is to complete a Community
Wildfire Protection Plan for Collier County.
As seen in Figure 2.16, over half of Collier County was abnormally dry at the time this data was collected.
The State of Florida uses this Active Wildfires Dashboard to communicate to others where the currently
burning wildfires are located.
Figure 2.16 – Active Wildfires, January 27, 2020
Source: Florida Forest Service
The region experienced prolonged periods of severe drought in 1998 and 2001, as well as extreme drought
in 2010 to 2012, and again in 2017. These periods of drought may explain some of the annual variation in
fires and acreage burned.
On average, Collier County experiences almost 1 fire annually from fires reported by the NCEI database.
Actual number of fires is likely higher because smaller fires within jurisdictional boundaries are managed
by local fire departments.
Probability of Future Occurrence
The Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment provides a Burn Probability analysis which predicts the probability
of an area burning based on landscape conditions, weather, historical ignition patterns, and historical fire
prevention and suppression efforts. Burn Probability data is generated by simulating fires under different
weather, fire intensity, and other conditions. Values in the Burn Probability (BP) data layer indicate, for
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each pixel, the number of times that cell was burned by a modeled fire, divided by the total number of
annual weather scenarios simulated. The simulations are calibrated to historical fire size distributions. The
Burn Probability for Collier County is presented in Table 2.44 and illustrated in Figure 2.17.
Table 2.44 – Burn Probability, Collier County
Class Acres Percent
1 11,259 1.0%
2 25,400 2.2%
3 36,911 3.2%
4 28,732 2.5%
5 91,133 8.0%
6 152,164 13.3%
7 236,992 20.7%
8 482,972 42.2%
9 79,369 6.9%
10 0 0.0%
Total 1,144,932 100.0%
Source: Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment
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Figure 2.17 – Burn Probability, Collier County
Source: Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment
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Over 50 percent of Collier County has a burn probability between 6 and 8. The areas of higher burn
probability are located along U.S. Highway 41 near Everglades and in the Big Cypress National Preserve.
The northwestern corner of the county and areas surrounding lakes have a burn probability of 1 to 5. The
probability of wildfire across the county is considered likely, defined as between a 10% and 100% annual
chance of occurrence. Everglades, Marco Island, and Naples are largely non-burnable or contain only small
areas of very low burn probability. The communities containing a higher burn probability, as noted, have
a comparatively higher probability of occurrence.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
Climate change could cause increased frequency or intensity of extreme heat or drought events which
could affect wildfire behavior. If vegetation type changes, such as reducing moisture of vegetation, soil,
or decomposing matter, flammability could increase. Florida currently has weather patterns that create a
wet season and a dry season each year. Climate change could cause either season, or both seasons, to
increase in occurrence or magnitude.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
Wildfire can cause fatalities and human health hazards. Ensuring procedures are in place for rapid warning
and evacuation are essential to reducing vulnerability.
Based on 2012 housing density data, Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment (SWRA) estimates that 294,017
people or 91.4% of the total planning area population live within the WUI and are therefore at risk to
wildfire.
Property
Wildfire can cause direct property losses, including damage to buildings, vehicles, landscaped areas,
agricultural lands, and livestock. Construction practices and building codes can increase fire resistance
and fire safety of structures. Techniques for reducing vulnerability to wildfire include using street design
to ensure accessibility to fire trucks, incorporating fire resistant materials in building construction, and
using landscaping practices to reduce flammability and the ability for fire to spread.
During the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019, the planning area experienced 17 wildfires causing an
annualized loss of $271,400.
Information of critical facility risk to wildfire was not available.
Environment
Wildfires have the potential to destroy forest and forage resources and damage natural habitats. Wildfire
can also damage agricultural crops on private land. Wildfire is part of a natural process, however, and the
environment will return to its original state in time.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.45 summarizes the potential detrimental consequences of wildfire.
Table 2.45 – Consequence Analysis - Wildfire
Category Consequences
Public In addition to the potential for fatalities, wildfire and the resulting diminished air
quality pose health risks. Exposure to wildfire smoke can cause serious health
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Category Consequences
problems within a community, including asthma attacks and pneumonia, and can
worsen chronic heart and lung diseases. Vulnerable populations include children,
the elderly, people with respiratory problems or with heart disease. Even healthy
citizens may experience minor symptoms, such as sore throats and itchy eyes.
Responders Public and firefighter safety is the first priority in all wildland fire management
activities. Wildfires are a real threat to the health and safety of the emergency
services. Most fire-fighters in rural areas are 'retained'. This means that they are
part-time and can be called away from their normal work to attend to fires.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Wildfire events can result in a loss of power which may impact operations. Downed
trees, power lines and damaged road conditions may prevent access to critical
facilities and/or emergency equipment.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Wildfires frequently damage community infrastructure, including roadways,
communication networks and facilities, power lines, and water distribution systems.
Restoring basic services is critical and a top priority. Efforts to restore roadways
include the costs of maintenance and damage assessment teams, field data
collection, and replacement or repair costs. Direct impacts to municipal water
supply may occur through contamination of ash and debris during the fire,
destruction of aboveground distribution lines, and soil erosion or debris deposits
into waterways after the fire. Utilities and communications repairs are also
necessary for equipment damaged by a fire. This includes power lines, transformers,
cell phone towers, and phone lines.
Environment Wildfires cause damage to the natural environment, killing vegetation and animals.
The risk of floods and debris flows increases after wildfires due to the exposure of
bare ground and the loss of vegetation. In addition, the secondary effects of
wildfires, including erosion, landslides, introduction of invasive species, and changes
in water quality, are often more disastrous than the fire itself.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Wildfires can have significant short-term and long-term effects on the local
economy. Wildfires, and extreme fire danger, may reduce recreation and tourism in
and near the fires. If aesthetics are impaired, local property values can decline.
Extensive fire damage to trees can significantly alter the timber supply, both through
a short-term surplus from timber salvage and a longer-term decline while the trees
regrow. Water supplies can be degraded by post-fire erosion and stream
sedimentation.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
Wildfire events may cause issues with public confidence because they have very
visible impacts on the community. Public confidence in the jurisdiction’s governance
may be influenced by actions taken pre-disaster to mitigate and prepare for impacts,
including the amount of public education provided; efforts to provide warning to
residents; response actions; and speed and effectiveness of recovery.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes flood hazard risk by jurisdiction. Wildfire warning time and duration do
not vary by jurisdiction. Spatial extent ratings were estimated based on the proportion of area within the
WUI; all jurisdictions have between 10% and 50% of their area in the WUI and were assigned a spatial
extent rating of 3, except for the City of Everglades which has close to 100% of its area in the WUI and
was thus given a rating of 4. Impact ratings were based on fire intensity data from SWRA. Jurisdictions
with significant clusters of moderate to high fire intensity were assigned a rating of 3; all other jurisdictions
were assigned a rating of 2. Probability ratings were determined based on burn probability data from
SWRA. Jurisdictions with clusters of moderate burn probability or higher were assigned a rating of 3; the
remaining jurisdictions have minimal to no burn probability and were assigned a probability of 1.
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 1 3 4 4 3 2.7 H
Immokalee
Reservation 2 3 3 4 3 2.8 H
Marco Island 1 2 3 4 3 2.2 M
Naples 1 2 3 4 3 2.2 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 3 3 4 3 3.1 H
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2.5.5 Coastal Erosion
Hazard Description
Coastal Erosion
Coastal erosion is a process whereby large storms, flooding, strong wave action, sea level rise, and human
activities, such as inappropriate land use, alterations, and shore protection structures, wear away the
beaches and bluffs along the coast. Erosion undermines and often destroys homes, businesses, and public
infrastructure and can have long-term economic and social consequences. According to NOAA, coastal
erosion is responsible for approximately $500 million per year in coastal property loss in the United States,
including damage to structures and loss of land. To mitigate coastal erosion, the federal government
spends an average of $150 million each year on beach nourishment and other shoreline erosion control
measures.
Coastal erosion has both natural causes and causes related to human activities. Gradual coastal erosion
and accretion results naturally from the impacts of tidal longshore currents. Severe coastal erosion can
occur over a short period when the state is impacted by hurricanes, tropical storms and other weather
systems. Sand is continually removed by longshore currents in some areas, but it is also continually
replaced by sand carried in by the same type of currents. Structures such as piers or sea walls, jetties, and
navigational inlets may interrupt the movement of sand. Sand can become “trapped” in one place by
these types of structures. The currents will, of course, continue to flow, though depleted of sand trapped
elsewhere. With significant amounts of sand trapped in the system, the continuing motion of currents
(now deficient in sand) results in erosion. In this way, human construction activities that result in the
unnatural trapping of sand have the potential to result in significant coastal erosion.
Erosion rates and potential impacts are highly localized. Severe storms can remove wide beaches, along
with substantial dunes, in a single event. In undeveloped areas, these high recession rates are not likely
to cause significant concern, but in some heavily populated locations, one or two feet of erosion may be
considered catastrophic (NOAA, 2014).
Estuaries are partially enclosed, coastal water bodies where freshwater meats saltwater from the ocean.
They are influenced by tides but still protected from the full force of ocean w aves. Estuaries are often
referred to as bays or sounds. Estuarine coastlines can experience erosion through short-term processes,
such as tides, storms, wind, and boat wakes, as well as long-term processes, such as sea level rise. Many
variables determine the rate of estuarine erosion including shoreline type, geographic location and size
of the associated estuary, the type and abundance of vegetation, and the frequency and intensity of
storms. Estuarine erosion is problematic as more development occurs along estuarine shorelines.
Stream Bank Erosion
Stream banks erode by a combination of direct stream processes, like down cutting and lateral erosion,
and indirect processes, like mass-wasting accompanied by transportation. When the channel bends,
water on the outside of the bend (the cut-bank) flows faster and water on the inside of the bend (the
point) flows slower as shown in Figure 2.18 This distribution of velocity results in erosion occurring on the
outside of the bend and deposition occurring on the inside of the bend.
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Figure 2.18 – Stream Meanders
Stream bank erosion is a natural process, but acceleration of this natural process leads to a
disproportionate sediment supply, stream channel instability, land loss, habitat loss and other adverse
effects. Stream bank erosion processes, although complex, are driven by two major components: stream
bank characteristics (erodibility) and hydraulic/gravitational forces. Many land use activities can affect
both components and lead to accelerated bank erosion. The vegetation rooting characteristics can
protect banks from fluvial entrainment and collapse and provide internal bank strength. When riparian
vegetation is changed from woody species to annual grasses and/or forbs, the internal strength is
weakened, causing acceleration of mass wasting processes. Stream bank aggradation or degradation is
often a response to stream channel instability. Since bank erosion is often a symptom of a larger, more
complex problem, the long-term solutions often involve much more than just bank stabilization.
Numerous studies have demonstrated that stream bank erosion contributes a large portion of the annual
sediment yield.
Determining the cause of accelerated streambank erosion is the first step in solving the problem. When
a stream is straightened or widened, streambank erosion increases. Accelerated streambank erosion is
part of the process as the stream seeks to re-establish a stable size and pattern. Damaging or removing
streamside vegetation to the point where it no longer provides for bank stability can cause a dramatic
increase in bank erosion. A degrading streambed results in higher and often unstable, eroding banks.
When land use changes occur in a watershed, such as clearing land for agriculture or development, runoff
increases. With this increase in runoff the stream channel will adjust to accommodate the additional flow,
increasing streambank erosion. Addressing the problem of streambank erosion requires an understanding
of both stream dynamics and the management of streamside vegetation.
Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 3 – Less than 1 week
Location
Erosion can occur along any shoreline in the region. Erosion is likely to be more frequent and severe along
the Atlantic coast, but erosion of estuarine and streambank shorelines can also occur. In Collier County,
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erosion is typically caused by coastal tides, ocean currents, and storm events. Erosion rates are dependent
on many characteristics, including soil type. According to the existing Collier County Hazard Mitigation
Plan, coastal soils are composed of fine-grained particles such as sand while inland soils tend to have
greater organic matter content. This makes coastal areas more susceptible to erosion. More developed
areas, such as Marco Island and the City of Naples, are more susceptible to erosion.
Extent
The magnitude of erosion can be measured as a rate of change from a measured previous condition .
Erosion rates can vary significantly across the region due to several factors including fetch, shoreline
orientation, and soil composition. To account for these variations, long-term erosion can also be measured
by land cover changes and increases in open water. While a small fraction of the shoreline may exhibit
accretion over a short period of time, cumulative impacts can still indicate an overall loss of estuarine
coastline and marsh habitat. Table 2.46 provides from the NOAA Coastal Change Analysis Program (C-CAP)
Land Cover Atlas showing land cover changes in the Region from 1996 to 2010.
Table 2.46 – Land Cover Changes, 1996-2010
Land Cover Type Collier Net Change
Developed, High Intensity 11.16 sq. mi
Developed, Low Intensity 12.95 sq. mi
Developed, Open Space 10.83 sq. mi
Grassland/Herbaceous 1.42 sq. mi
Agriculture -18.02 sq. mi
Forested 0.56 sq. mi
Scrub/Shrub -5.15 sq. mi
Woody Wetland -29.18 sq. mi
Emergent Wetland 7.82 sq. mi
Bare Land 2.05 sq. mi
Open Water 5.56 sq. mi
Source: https://coast.noaa.gov/digitalcoast/data/ccapregional.html
The C-CAP data indicates a net increase in open water, a smaller net increase in forested land, and an
overall net decrease in wetlands in the County. Additionally, Collier County saw a large increase in
development. Increases in developed land likely result in increased impervious surfaces, which may
increase stormwater runoff, alter drainage patterns, and further exacerbate erosion and flood issues.
In terms of the magnitude of impacts, erosion may cause property damage when severe but is unlikely to
cause injury or death.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 2 – Small
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Figure 2.19 – Erosional Hotspots, Collier County
Source: NOAA
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Historical Occurrences
As Figure 2.19 shows, shoreline erosion is occurring along ocean coastlines throughout Collier County.
Erosion is typically an ongoing process; however, it can be intensified during storm events, particularly
hurricane storm tides. Per an examination of event narratives in NCEI records for hurricanes, tropical
storms, storm surges, and coastal floods, the following instances of major erosion are noted in Collier
County:
September 13, 2001 (Tropical Storm) – Tropical Storm Gabrielle crossed the west Florida coast near
Venice on September 14th. Storm surge values of 3 to 5 feet were observed along much of the Collier
County coast, causing some coastal flooding and minor to moderate beach erosion
October 24, 2005 (Storm Surge) – Hurricane Wilma produced a maximum measured storm tide of 8 feet
at the USGS tide gauge at the Turner River near Chokoloskee in southern Collier County, equating to a
storm surge of 7 feet after subtracting a one-foot astronomical tide. A storm tide estimated at 7 feet
Marco Island was estimated to cause significant beach erosion by Collier County Emergency Management.
September 19, 2008 (Tropical Storm) – Due to Fay remaining at tropical storm strength and the rather
limited nature of its wind field, storm surge and coastal flooding impacts were rather minor. The highest
storm tide was estimated to be in the Everglades City/Chokoloskee areas, where the maximum storm tide
was in the 5 foot range according to tide gauge data and estimates from local officials. Minimal storm
surge was noted elsewhere, although moderate to locally severe beach erosion occurred in Naples.
August 26-27, 2012 (Tropical Storm) – The center of Tropical Storm Isaac moved over the Florida Straits
south of the Florida Keys on Sunday, August 26th, passing just south of Key West. Severe beach erosion
and coastal flooding occurred on Monday, August 27th as the center of Tropical Storm Isaac moved into
the Gulf of Mexico. Maximum storm tide values were observed at 4.9 feet at Naples, with estimates of 5
to 7 feet along the southern Collier County coast from Goodland to Everglades City. Highest estimated
inundation values of up to 3 feet above ground level were noted in Goodland and Everglades City. Major
beach erosion was also observed along the Collier County beaches. Severe beach erosion in the Naples
and Marco Island areas led to damage estimated at $5.6 million.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Erosion and accretion are natural processes that are likely to continue to occur. The likelihood of
significant instances of erosion will likely be tied to the occurrence of hurricane, tropical storm, and
nor’easter events. According to NCEI, 7 events caused reported erosion in the region over the 20-year
span between 1999-2018. This equates to a 35 percent chance of erosion occurring every year.
Additionally, drawing from the likelihood of hurricanes, tropical storms, and Nor’easters, erosion is likely
to occur.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
As discussed under Climate Change in Section 2.5.2, climate change is expected to make heavy rain events
and tropical storms and hurricanes more frequent and intense. As a result, the erosion typically caused
by these storms can be expected to occur more frequently. Coastal erosion is also expected to increase
as a result of rising seas. A 2018 study found that globally, between 1984 and 2015 erosion outweighed
accretion. However, the study could not conclude the degree to which erosion during this period is
attributed to climate changes or increased coastal development. Nonetheless, increases in erosion have
been observed and are expected to continue.
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Vulnerability Assessmen t
People
Erosion is unlikely to have any direct impact on the health or safety of individuals. However, it may cause
indirect harm by weakening structures and by changing landscapes in ways that increase risk of other
hazard impacts. For example, erosion of dune systems causes areas protected by those dunes to face
higher levels of risk.
Property
Property damage due to erosion typically only results in conjunction with large storm events which also
bring wind and water damages. These events can cause scour and weaken foundations, which may
undermine affected buildings’ structural integrity.
Data is not available on specific property or critical facility risk to erosion.
Environment
Erosion can change the shape and characteristics of coastal shorelines and ri verine floodplains. Eroded
material may clog waterways and decrease drainage capacity. Erosion can also negatively impact water
quality by increasing sediment loads in waterways.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.47 summarizes the potential negative consequences of erosion.
Table 2.47 – Consequence Analysis – Erosion
Category Consequences
Public Erosion is unlikely to impact public health and safety.
Responders Erosion is unlikely to require immediate response or rescue operations.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Erosion is unlikely to impact public continuity of operations.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Erosion can result in property damage if it is severe enough or if scour occurs that
undermines the integrity of structural foundations.
Environment Erosion can increase sediment loads in waterbodies and change riverine and
coastal topography.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Beach re-nourishment projects to counter erosion are extremely costly. Water
dependent industries may suffer from lost shoreline and degraded water quality.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Erosion is unlikely to impact public confidence.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes erosion hazard risk by jurisdiction. Exposure to erosion varies across
jurisdictions, therefore probability and spatial extent are dependent upon the area at risk. Jurisdictions
with shoreline at risk were assigned a probability of 3 (likely), an impact of 2 (limited), and a spatial extent
of 2 (small). Jurisdictions with little to no shoreline at risk were assigned a probability score of 1 (unlikely),
an impact of 1 (minor), and a spatial extent of 1 (negligible). Warning time and duration are inherent to
the hazard and remain constant across jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 3 2 2 1 3 2.3 M
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Immokalee
Reservation 1 1 1 1 3 1.2 L
Marco Island 3 2 2 1 3 2.3 M
Naples 3 2 2 1 3 2.3 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 2 2 1 3 2.3 M
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2.5.6 Drought
Hazard Description
Drought is a deficiency in precipitation over an extended period. It is a normal, recurrent feature of climate
that occurs in virtually all climate zones. The duration of a drought varies widely. There are cases when
drought develops relatively quickly and lasts a very short period, exacerbated by extreme heat and/or
wind, and there are other cases when drought spans multiple years, or even decades. Studying the
paleoclimate record is often helpful in identifying when long-lasting droughts have occurred. Common
types of drought are detailed below in Table 2.48.
Table 2.48 – Types of Drought
Type Details
Meteorological Drought Meteorological Drought is based on the degree of dryness (rainfall deficit) and the
length of the dry period.
Agricultural Drought
Agricultural Drought is based on the impacts to agriculture by factors such as rainfall
deficits, soil water deficits, reduced ground water, or reservoir levels needed for
irrigation.
Hydrological Drought Hydrological Drought is based on the impact of rainfall deficits on the water supply
such as stream flow, reservoir and lake levels, and ground water table decline.
Socioeconomic Drought
Socioeconomic drought is based on the impact of drought conditions
(meteorological, agricultural, or hydrological drought) on supply and demand of
some economic goods. Socioeconomic drought occurs when the demand for an
economic good exceeds supply as a result of a weather-related deficit in water
supply.
The wide variety of disciplines affected by drought, its diverse geographical and temporal distribution,
and the many scales drought operates on make it difficult to develop both a definition to describe drought
and an index to measure it. Many quantitative measures of drought have been developed in the United
States, depending on the discipline affected, the region being considered, and the application. Several
indices developed by Wayne Palmer, as well as the Standardized Precipitation Index, are useful for
describing the many scales of drought.
The U.S. Drought Monitor provides a summary of drought conditions across the United States and Puerto
Rico. Often described as a blend of art and science, the Drought Monitor map is updated weekly by
combining a variety of data-based drought indices and indicators and local expert input into a single
composite drought indicator.
The Palmer Drought Severity Index (PDSI) devised in 1965, was the first drought indicator to assess
moisture status comprehensively. It uses temperature and precipitation data to calculate water supply
and demand, incorporates soil moisture, and is considered most effective for unirrigated cropland. It
primarily reflects long-term drought and has been used extensively to initiate drought relief. It is more
complex than the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) and the Drought Monitor.
The Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) is a way of measuring drought that is different from the Palmer
Drought Severity Index (PDSI). Like the PDSI, this index is negative for drought, and positive for wet
conditions. But the SPI is a probability index that considers only precipitation, while Palmer's indices are
water balance indices that consider water supply (precipitation), demand (evapotranspiration) and loss
(runoff).
The State of Florida adopted a Drought Action Plan in 2007 that specifies response strategies to varying
levels of declared drought. These rules provide the framework to coordinate statewide response to
drought.
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Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 4 – More than one week
Location
Drought is a regional hazard that can cover an entire the entire planning area, and in some cases the entire
state. Figure 2.20 below notes the U.S. Drought Monitor’s drought ratings for Florida as of December 31,
2019; as of that date, Collier County was experiencing some abnormally dry land and moderate drought
on the eastern side of the county.
Figure 2.20 – US Drought Monitor for Week of December 31, 2019
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor
Extent
Drought extent can be defined in terms of intensity, using the U.S. Drought Monitor scale. The Drought
Monitor Scale measures drought episodes with input from the Palmer Drought Severity Index, the
Standardized Precipitation Index, the Keetch-Byram Drought Index, soil moisture indicators, and other
inputs as well as information on how drought is affecting people. Figure 2.21 details the classifications
used by the U.S. Drought Monitor. A category of D2 (severe) or higher on the U.S. Drought Monitor Scale
can typically result in crop or pasture losses, water shortages, and the need to institute water restrictions.
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Figure 2.21 – US Drought Monitor Classifications
Source: US Drought Monitor
Drought in Florida occurs on a regular, cyclical basis. The different areas of Florida are randomly affected
and sometimes equally affected. Counties that are expected to experience the most weeks of droug ht
each year are the northern and central counties.
Impact: 1 – Minor
Spatial Extent: 4 – Large
Historical Occurrences
The worst drought in Florida’s recorded history was from 1954-1956. Lots of crops and timber were lost.
The Northern Counties got the worst part of the drought but most of the State was in drought for all of
1956. Another major drought occurred in 1981-1982 when rain was scarce, and Lake Okeechobee reached
the lowest water level ever recorded. All the State was in moderate or severe drought, but many regions
were out of drought by the end of 1981.
Florida had a severe drought from 1998 to 2001. During this, crops were destroyed, lake levels were at an
all-time low, and wildfires raged. This drought caused the water management districts to restrict water
use, municipalities to hike water rates, and many restaurants were ordered to stop serving water except
for to customers who asked. Several wildfires also occurred in 2007 because of a drought from 2006 to
2007. This period saw the largest rainfall deficit since the 1950s and was considered a one in 25-year
drought event.
From 2010 to 2012, the State saw a drought that affected most counties, but the northern central and
Panhandle regions were classified as in “extreme drought” for an extended period. Again in 2016, drought
conditions developed and lasted into 2017 causing many wildfires.
There has never been a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for drought in Florida. However, the USDA
has declared agricultural disasters because of drought. Disaster designations help producers get loans and
emergency assistance in these situations.
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U.S. Drought Monitor records drought intensity weekly throughout the country. Table 2.49 presents the
number of weeks that Collier County spent in drought by intensity over the period from 2000 through
2019, for which the Drought Monitor has records for 1,043 weeks.
Table 2.49 – Weeks in Drought, 2000-2019
Weeks in Drought % of time in Severe
Drought or Worse County Total D0 D1 D2 D3 D4
Collier 415 195 100 83 37 0 28.9%
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor History
Figure 2.22 shows the historical periods where the State was considered in some level of drought
condition. The color key shown in Figure 2.21 indicates the intensity of the drought.
Figure 2.22 – US Drought Monitor Historical Trends, Collier County
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor
The National Drought Mitigation Center (NDMC), located at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, provides
a clearinghouse for information on the effects of drought, based on reports from media, observers, impact
records, and other sources.
According to the National Drought Mitigation Center’s Drought Impact Reporter, during the 10-year
period from 2010 through 2019, 389 county level drought impacts were noted for the State of Florida, of
which 36 were reported to affect Collier County. Table 2.50 summarizes the number of impacts reported
by category and the years impacts were reported for each category. Note that the Drought Impact
Reporter assigns multiple categories to each impact.
Table 2.50 – Drought Impacts Reported for Collier County, January 2010 through 2019
Category Impacts Years Reported
Agriculture 5 2010, 2011, 2015, 2017
Business & Industry 2 2010, 2011
Fire 18 2010, 2011, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Plants & Wildlife 8 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017, 2018
Relief, Response & Restrictions 22 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Society & Public Health 3 2011, 2012, 2018
Tourism & Recreation 1 2012
Water Supply & Quality 12 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017
Source: Drought Impact Reporter, http://droughtreporter.unl.edu
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Probability of Future Occurrence
Over the 20-year period, for which the U.S. Drought Monitor reported on 1,043 weeks, from 2000 to 2019,
Collier County had 415 weeks of drought conditions ranging from abnormally dry to exceptional drought.
This equates to a 40 percent chance of drought in any given week. Of this time, approximately 120 weeks
were categorized as a severe (D2) drought or greater; which equates to a 12 percent chance of severe
drought in any given week.
Central and southern Florida is likely to experience 0 to 13 weeks of drought each year. This hazard was
determined to occur about every 5 to 10 years.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
The Fourth National Climate Assessment reports that average and extreme temperatures are increasing
across the country and average annual precipitation is decreasing in the Southeast. Heavy precipitation
events are becoming more frequent, meaning that there will likely be an increase in the average number
of consecutive dry days. As temperature is projected to continue rising, evaporation rates are expected
to increase, resulting in decreased surface soil moisture levels. Together, these factors sug gest that
drought will increase in intensity and duration in the Southeast.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
Drought can affect people’s physical and mental health. For those economically dependent on a reliable
water supply, drought may cause anxiety or depression about economic losses, reduced incomes, and
other employment impacts. Conflicts may arise over water shortages. People may be forced to pay more
for water, food, and utilities affected by increased water costs.
Drought may also cause health problems due to poorer water quality from lower water levels. If
accompanied by extreme heat, drought can also result in higher incidents of heat stroke and even loss of
human life.
Property
Drought is unlikely to cause damages to the built environment, including private property or critical
facilities. However, in areas with shrinking and expansive soils, drought may lead to structural damages.
Drought may cause severe property loss for the agricultural industry in terms of crop and livestock losses.
The USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) maintains a database of all paid crop insurance claims,
however no claims were made in Collier County between 2007-2018 as a result of drought.
Environment
Drought can affect local wildlife by shrinking food supplies and damaging habitats. Sometimes this
damage is only temporary, and other times it is irreversible. Wildlife may face increased disease rates due
to limited access to food and water. Increased stress on endangered species could cause extinction.
Another concern during a drought is that contaminants such as pesticides and fertilizers may concentrate
in the soil as precipitation wanes and then enter waterways during heavy rains and flooding. Given the
cultural and economic importance of water access in Collier County, any increase in contaminant load of
the river could adversely affect the planning area.
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Drought conditions can also provide a substantial increase in wildfire risk. As plants and trees die from a
lack of precipitation, increased insect infestations, and diseases—all of which are associated with
drought—they become fuel for wildfire. Long periods of drought can result in more intense wildfires,
which bring additional consequences for the economy, the environment, and society. Drought may also
increase likelihood of wind and water erosion of soils.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.51 summarizes the potential negative consequences of drought.
Table 2.51 – Consequence Analysis - Drought
Category Consequences
Public Can cause anxiety or depression about economic losses, conflicts over water
shortages, reduced incomes, fewer recreational activities, higher incidents of
heat stroke, and fatality.
Responders Impacts to responders are unlikely. Exceptional drought conditions may impact
the amount of water immediately available to respond to wildfires.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Drought would have minimal impacts on continuity of operations due to the
relatively long warning time that would allow for plans to be made to maintain
continuity of operations.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Drought has the potential to affect water supply for residential, commercial,
institutional, industrial, and government-owned areas. Drought can reduce water
supply in wells and reservoirs. Utilities may be forced to increase rates.
Environment Environmental impacts include strain on local plant and wildlife; increased
probability of erosion and wildfire.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Farmers may face crop losses or increased livestock costs. Businesses that
depend on farming may experience secondary impacts. Extreme drought has the
potential to impact local businesses in landscaping, recreation and tourism, and
public utilities.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
When drought conditions persist with no relief, local or State governments must
often institute water restrictions, which may impact public confidence.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes drought hazard risk by jurisdiction. Drought risk is uniform across the
planning area. Warning time, duration, and spatial extent are inherent to the hazard and remain constant
across jurisdictions. Most damages that result from drought are to crops and other agriculture-related
activities as well as water-dependent industries; therefore, the magnitude of the impacts is typically
greater in unincorporated areas. In more heavily developed areas, the magnitude of drought is less
severe, with lawns and local gardens affected and potential impacts on local water supplies during severe,
prolonged drought.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 3 1 4 1 4 2.5 H
Immokalee
Reservation 3 1 4 1 4 2.5 H
Marco Island 3 1 4 1 4 2.5 H
Naples 3 1 4 1 4 2.5 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 1 4 1 4 2.5 H
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2.5.7 Extreme Heat
Hazard Description
Per information provided by FEMA, in most of the United States extreme heat is defined as a long period
(2 to 3 days) of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees. In extreme heat, evaporation
is slowed, and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature, which can lead to death
by overwork of the body. Extreme heat often results in the highest annual number of deaths among all
weather-related disasters. Per Ready.gov:
• Extreme heat can occur quickly and without warning
• Older adults, children, and sick or overweight individuals are at greater risk from extreme heat
• Humidity increases the feeling of heat as measured by heat index
Ambient air temperature is one component of heat conditions, with relative humidity being the other.
The relationship of these factors creates what is known as the apparent temperature. The Heat Index
Chart in Figure 2.23 uses both factors to produce a guide for the apparent temperature or relative
intensity of heat conditions.
Figure 2.23 – Heat Index Chart
Source: National Weather Service (NWS) https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat-index
Note: Exposure to direct sun can increase Heat Index values by as much as 15°F. The shaded zone above 105°F corresponds to a heat index that
may cause increasingly severe heat disorders with continued exposure and/or physical activity.
During these conditions, the human body has difficulties cooling through th e normal method of the
evaporation of perspiration. Health risks rise when a person is overexposed to heat. The most dangerous
place to be during an extreme heat incident is in a permanent home, with little or no air conditioning.
Those at greatest risk for heat-related illness include people 65 years of age and older, young children,
people with chronic health problems such as heart disease, people who are obese, people who are socially
isolated, and people who are on certain medications, such as tranquilizers, antidepressants, sleeping pills,
or drugs for Parkinson’s disease. However, even young and healthy individuals are susceptible if they
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participate in strenuous physical activities during hot weather or are not acclimated to hot weather. Table
2.52 lists typical symptoms and health impacts of heat exposure.
Table 2.52 – Typical Health Impacts of Extreme Heat
Heat Index (HI) Disorder
80-90° F (HI) Fatigue possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity
90-105° F (HI) Sunstroke, heat cramps, and heat exhaustion possible with prolonged exposure and/or
physical activity
105-130° F (HI) Heatstroke/sunstroke highly likely with continued exposure
Source: National Weather Service Heat Index Program, www.weather.gov/os/heat/index.shtml
The NWS has a system in place to initiate alert procedures (advisories or warnings) when the Heat Index
is expected to have a significant impact on public safety. The expected severity of the heat determines
whether advisories or warnings are issued. A common guideline for issuing excessive heat alerts is when
the maximum daytime Heat Index is expected to equal or exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit (°F) and the
night time minimum Heat Index is 80°F or above for two or more consecutive days. A heat advisory is
issued when temperatures reach 105 degrees and a warning is issued at 115 degrees.
Impacts of extreme heat are not only focused on human health, as prolonged heat exposure can have
devastating impacts on infrastructure as well. Prolonged high heat exposure increases the risk of
pavement deterioration, as well as railroad warping or buckling. High heat also puts a strain on energy
systems and consumption, as air conditioners are run at a higher rate and for longer; extreme heat can
also reduce transmission capacity over electric systems.
Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 3 – Less than one week
Location
The entire planning area is susceptible to high temperatures and incidents of extreme heat.
Extent
The extent of extreme heat can be defined by the maximum apparent temperature reached. Apparent
temperature is a function of ambient air temperature and relative humidity and is reported as the heat
index. The NWS Southern Region sets the following criteria for heat advisory and excessive heat warning:
Heat Advisory – Heat Index of 108°F or higher or temperature of 103°F or higher
Excessive Heat Warning – Heat Index of 113°F or higher for any duration or temperature of 103°F
or higher
Table 2.53 notes the highest temperature on record at nine weather stations in Collier County according
to the Southeast Regional Climate Center, which maintains temperature records for the highest maximum
temperature each month.
Table 2.53 – Highest Temperature by Location
Temperature Location Date
99°F Chokoloskee June 2007
100°F Everglades May 1991
102°F Immokalee June 1998
98°F Marco Island July 2011
99°F Miles City Twr May 1967
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Temperature Location Date
99°F Naples September 1986
98°F Naples Municipal Airport June 2019
103°F Oasis Ranger Station June 1981
97°F Sunniland May 1953
Source: Southeast Regional Climate Center
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 4 – Large
Historical Occurrences
NCEI records zero incidents of heat or excessive heat for Collier County between 2000-2019.
Heat index records maintained by the North Carolina Climate Office for the Southeastern United States
indicate that the Region regularly experiences heat index temperatures above 100°F. Table 2.54 provides
counts of heat index values by threshold recorded from 2002-2019, the only year for which data was
available, at the Naples Municipal Airport weather station (KAPF). This location is used as an indicator for
Collier County overall. Counts are provided as the number of hours in a given year where the heat index
reached or exceeded 100°F.
Table 2.54 – Historical Heat Index Counts, Naples Municipal Airport (KAPF), 2002-2019
Year Heat Index Value Total 100-104°F 105-109°F 110-114°F ≥115°F
2002 171 4 0 0 175
2003 133 2 0 0 135
2004 253 23 0 0 276
2005 141 10 0 0 151
2006 94 2 0 0 96
2007 249 26 0 0 275
2008 110 5 0 0 115
2009 319 36 0 0 355
2010 407 109 3 0 519
2011 273 24 0 0 297
2012 190 4 0 0 194
2013 131 14 2 0 147
2014 300 100 18 0 418
2015 288 64 5 2 359
2016 273 26 0 0 299
2017 240 21 1 0 262
2018 370 112 15 0 497
2019 467 182 21 2 672
Sum 4,409 764 65 4 5,242
Average 245 42 4 0 291
Source: North Carolina Climate Office, Heat Index Climatology Tool
According to this data, Collier County averages approximately 291 hours per year with heat index values
above 100°F.
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Probability of Future Occurrence
Data was gathered from the North Carolina State Climate Office’s Heat Index Climatology Tool using the
Naples Municipal Airport weather station as an approximation for Collier County. Based on 17 years of
available data, the Region averages 291 hours per year with heat index temperatures above 100°F. Heat
index temperatures surpassed 100°F every year, occurring for at least 94 hours per year.
Probability: 4 – Highly Likely
Climate Change
Research shows that average temperatures will continue to rise in the Southeast United States and
globally, directly affecting Collier County. Per the Fourth National Climate Assessment, “extreme
temperatures are projected to increase even more than average temperatures. Cold waves are projected
to become less intense and heat waves more intense.” The number of days over 95°F is expected to
increase by between 20 and 30 days annually, as shown in Figure 2.24.
Figure 2.24 – Projected Change in Number of Days Over 95°F
Source: NOAA NCDC from 2014 National Climate Assessment
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Vulnerability Assessment
Methodologies and Assumptions
No data is available to assess the vulnerability of people or property in the planning area to extreme heat.
People
Extreme heat can cause heat stroke and even loss of human life. The elderly and the very young are most
at risk to the effects of heat. People who are isolated are also more vulnerable to extreme heat.
Property
Extreme heat is unlikely to cause significant damages to the built environment. However, road surfaces
can be damaged as asphalt softens, and concrete sections may buckle under expansion caused by heat.
Train rails may also distort or buckle under the stress of head induced expansion. Power transmission lines
may sag from expansion and if contact is made with vegetation the line may short out causing power
outages. Additional power demand for cooling also increases power line temper ature adding to heat
impacts.
Extreme heat can also cause significant agricultural losses. Between 2007-2018, the USDA Risk
Management Agency reports one crop insurance claim due to heat in Collier County in the amount of
$39,330. This equates to an average annual loss of $3,278.
Environment
Wild animals are vulnerable to heat disorders like humans, including mortality. Vegetation growth will be
stunted, or plants may be killed if temperatures rise above their tolerance extremes.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.55 summarizes the potential negative consequences of extreme heat.
Table 2.55 – Consequence Analysis – Extreme Heat
Category Consequences
Public Extreme heat may cause illness and/or death.
Responders Consequences may be greater for responders if their work requires exertion
and/or wearing heavy protective gear.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Continuity of operations is not expected to be impacted by extreme heat because
warning time for these events is long.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Minor impacts may occur, including possible damages to road surfaces and power
lines.
Environment Environmental impacts include strain on local plant and wildlife, including
potential for illness or death.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Farmers may face crop losses or increased livestock costs.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Extreme heat is unlikely to impact public confidence.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes extreme heat hazard risk by jurisdiction. Extreme heat risk does not vary
significantly by jurisdiction.
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 4 2 4 1 3 3.0 H
Immokalee
Reservation 4 2 4 1 3 3.0 H
Marco Island 4 2 4 1 3 3.0 H
Naples 4 2 4 1 3 3.0 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 4 2 4 1 3 3.0 H
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2.5.8 Sea Level Rise and other Climate Change Characteristics
Hazard Description
Sea level rise is the increase in sea levels as a result of atmospheric and oceanic warming which causes
water expansion as well as ice melt from ice sheets and glaciers. Sea level rise is a result of global climate
change. Climate change may be due to natural internal processes or external forces such as modulations
of the solar cycles, volcanic eruptions, and persistent anthropogenic changes in the composition of the
atmosphere or in land use (IPCC, 2014). Climate change is a natural occurrence in which the earth has
warmed and cooled periodically over geologic time. The recent and rapid warming of the earth over the
past century has been cause for concern, as this warming is very likely due to the accumulation of human-
caused greenhouse gases, such as CO2, in the atmosphere (IPCC, 2007). This warming is occurring almost
everywhere in the world which suggests a global cause rather than changes in localized weather patterns.
In 2018, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reported with high confidence that
warming due to such emissions will cause long-term changes in the climate system such as sea level rise
and its associated impacts.
There are generally two separate mechanics involved in global sea level rise. The first is directly attributed
to global temperature increases, which warm the oceans waters and cause them to expand. The second
is attributed to the melting of ice over land which simply adds water to the oceans. Global sea level rise
is likely caused by a combination of these two mechanics and can be exasperated on the local level by
factors such as erosion and subsidence. The rate of sea level rise has varied throughout geologic history,
and studies have shown that global temperature and sea level are strongly correlated.
Due to sea-level rise projected throughout the 21st century and beyond, coastal systems and low -lying
areas will increasingly experience adverse impacts such as submergence, coastal flooding, and coastal
erosion. The population and assets projected to be exposed to coastal risks as well as human pressures
on coastal ecosystems will increase significantly in the coming decades due to population growth,
economic development, and urbanization (IPCC, 2014). Collier County is particularly vulnerable to the
effects of sea level rise, due to its coastal location, subtropical environment, low topography and tourism
economy.
Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 4 – More than one week
Location
Sea level rise can occur anywhere along the coast and along major waterways in Collier County. The
Coastal Vulnerability Index (CVI), developed by United States Geological Survey (USGS), provides a
preliminary overview of the relative susceptibility of the United States coast to sea level rise. The CVI is
based on geomorphology, regional coastal slope, tide range, wave height, relative sea level rise, and
shoreline erosion and acceleration rates. For each study area, each variable is scored on a 1-5 scale based
on defined parameters, where “1” indicates low contribution to coastal vulnerability and “5” indicates
high contribution to vulnerability. These scores are then aggregated into a single index through a
mathematical formula. The resulting index gives an overview of where physical changes may occur due to
sea-level rise.
Figure 2.25 shows the CVI for Collier County. The Gulf of Mexico Coastline between Naples and Marco
Island is the most vulnerable area in the region, rated high. Shorelines along the remainder of the
Coastline are all rated moderate vulnerability.
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Figure 2.25 – Coastal Vulnerability Index, Collier County
Source: USGS Coastal Change Hazards Portal
Extent
Sea level rise is measured by the number of feet of relative rise and the areas that such rise would
inundate. The estimated impacts of 1-foot, 2-foot, and 3-foot, sea level rise (SLR) are shown in Figure 2.26
through Figure 2.28. The SLR estimate maps show inundation above mean higher high water (the average
of each day’s higher high tide line). SLR will likely affect coastal marsh lands as well as land along rivers,
canals, and their tributaries. Additionally, SLR will likely increase future risk of flooding from the other
flood hazards discussed later in this plan, as more land will have a lower elevation relative to sea level.
For example, with much of the barrier islands and wetlands inundated, inland areas will lose their natural
protection and may become susceptible to coastal flooding with velocity wave action.
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Figure 2.26 – Estimated Impact of 1 Foot SLR on Collier County
Source: NOAA Sea Level Rise View
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Figure 2.27 – Estimated Impact of 2 Foot SLR on Collier County
Source: NOAA Sea Level Rise Viewer
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Figure 2.28 – Estimated Impact of 3 Foot SLR on Collier County
Source: NOAA Sea Level Rise Viewer
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Sea level rise is a slow onset hazard, and because the full extent of anticipated sea level rise has not yet
been realized, the effects of sea level rise have not yet been fully felt. However, sea level rise has already
begun to cause “clear sky” or “nuisance” flooding, which is brought on by high tidewaters rather than
storm or rain events. Tidal flooding causes temporary inundation of low -lying areas during high-tide
events. While tidal flooding is not caused by sea level rise itself, a 2015 tidal flooding report published by
NOAA notes that tidal flood rates are steadily increasing, and daily highest tides surpass fixed elevations
increasingly frequently, due in part to sea level rise. According to NOAA, annual occurrences of high tide
flooding have increased 5- to 10-fold since the 1960s. Sea level rise may cause flooding to occur more
frequently and last for longer durations of time. Climate Central’s Surging Seas Risk Finder data will be
very useful to the County while planning for sea level rise. As sea level continues to rise, tidal flooding will
continue to occur more frequently and over a greater inland area. Figure 2.29 shows areas in Collier
County that are susceptible to high tide flooding as defined by NOAA based on derived national flood
thresholds from NOAA Technical Report NOS CO-OPS 086: Patterns and Projections of High Tide Flooding
along the U.S. Coastline Using a Common Impact Threshold.
Impact: 3 – Critical
Spatial Extent: 3 – Moderate
Figure 2.29 – Areas Susceptible to High Tide Flooding, Collier County
Source: NOAA Coastal Flood Exposure Mapper
Historical Occurrences
Historic trends in local MSL are best determined from tide gauge records. The Center for Operational
Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS) has been measuring sea level for over 150 years, with tide
stations operating on all U.S. coasts. Changes in Mean Sea Level (MSL), either a sea level rise or sea level
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fall, have been computed at 128 long-term water level stations using a minimum span of 30 years of
observations at each location. These measurements have been averaged by month to remove the effect
of higher frequency phenomena (e.g. storm surge) in order to compute an accurate linear sea level trend.
Figure 2.30 illustrates regional trends in sea level from NOAA. At the Naples, FL station (indicated by the
green arrow in Collier County), the relative sea level trend is 2.85 mm/year with a 95% confidence interval
of +/- 0.44 mm/year based on monthly mean sea level data from 1965 to 2018 which is equivalent to a
change of 0.94 feet in 100 years.
Figure 2.30 – Sea Level Trends, Collier County
Source: http://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/sltrends/sltrends.shtml
Figure 2.31 shows the monthly mean sea level at NOAA’s Naples, FL station without the regular seasonal
fluctuations due to coastal ocean temperatures, salinities, winds, atmospheric pressures, and ocean
currents. The long-term linear trend is also shown, including its 95% confidence interval. The plotted
values are relative to the most recent Mean Sea Level datum established by CO-OPS.
Figure 2.31 – Mean Sea Level Trends, Naples, FL
Source: NOAA Tides and Currents, January 2020
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Figure 2.32 shows this trend compared with previous mean sea level trends. The values indicate the trend
of the entire data period up to the given year. As such, each year’s trend estimate is more precise than
previous years’ estimates. The sea level trend through 2018 at the Naples, FL tide gauge is 2.85 mm/year
with a 95% confidence interval of 2.42 mm/year to 3.29 mm/year.
Figure 2.32 – Previous Mean Sea Level Trends for Naples, FL
Source: NOAA Tides and Currents, January 2020
Probability of Future Occurrence
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has provided guidance to evaluate designs over a project’s life
cycle in order to account for the rise of global mean sea level (USACE, 2014). The USACE guidance is based
on original guidance by the National Research Council (NRC, 1987). The 1987 NRC report recommended
that feasibility studies for coastal projects consider the high probability of accelerating global mean sea
level (GMSL) rise and provided three different acceleration scenarios through the year 2100. The NRC
committee provided an equation for calculating sea level rise and recommended “projections be updated
approximately every decade to incorporate additional data.”
The USACE guidance adjusted the NRC equation to include the historic GMSL change rate of 1.7 mm/year
as presented by the IPCC (IPCC, 2007) and the start date of 1992 (which corresponds to the midpoint of
the National Tidal Datum Epoch of 1983-2001), instead of 1986 (the start date for NRC’s equation). These
changes resulted in values for the variable b being equal to 2.71E-5 for modified NRC Curve I, 7.00E-5 for
modified NRC Curve II, and 1.13E-4 for modified NRC Curve III. The resulting equation is as follows:
E(t) = 0.0017m/yr*t + bt2
In the above equation, t represents years, b is a constant, and E(t) is the relative sea -level change, in
meters, as a function of t. The three updated GMSL rise acceleration scenarios are depicted in Figure 2.33
on the following page.
Based on the USACE guidance and data from the Oregon Inlet Marina, NC NOAA gauge, a projected sea
level rise to be used for future planning decisions can be calculated. Figure 2.33 shows sea level rise
projections for three scenarios from the USACE. The USACE Low curve uses the historic rate of sea level
change as the rate, the USACE Intermediate curve uses the NRC Curve I modified by recent IPCC low
emissions projections and the local rate of vertical land movement, and the USACE High curve uses the
NRC Curve II modified by recent IPCC higher emissions projections and the local rate of vertical land
movement. Given that the USACE Low curve does not consider further climate change, the USACE
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Intermediate and High curves are more likely. However, which of the curves is the more likely scenario
depends on future emissions levels. Based on the more conservative estimate of the Intermediate curve,
Collier County should plan for 0.04 feet of sea level rise from 1992 levels by 2050.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Figure 2.33 – Sea Level Rise Projections for Collier County (1992-2100)
Source: USACE, 2020
Climate Change
Sea level rise is a direct result of global climate change. Estimates for sea level rise are based on projected
greenhouse gas emission levels and their associated impacts on global temperature change. Most sea
level rise models do not fully account for ice melt, and therefore actual sea lev el rise may be significantly
higher than current estimates suggest. As such, these projections contain substantial variability but are
nonetheless important to consider when planning for coastal areas because they indicate where flooding
can be expected should actual sea level rise meet estimated levels.
Vulnerability Assessment
Methodologies and Assumptions
Vulnerability to Sea Level Rise was assessed based on past occurrences nationally and internationally as
well as data from NOAA, USGS, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), and other sources.
In addition to the data presented below, the forthcoming Southeast Coastal Assessment from the USACE
South Atlantic Division will provide supplementary data and details through a comprehensive coas tal
shoreline risks and needs assessment. This tool will look at four hazards (hurricanes and storms, long-term
erosion, flooding, and potential sea level rise) and how they will impact population, the built environment,
and the natural environment.
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People
Sea level rise will lead to increased flooding and the associated harms to humans, such as illness, or injury
or death from driving into flooded waters and drowning.
Property
The increased number of flood days and general encroachment of shoreline associated with sea level rise
will likely cause property damage, although it is unclear exactly what this will look like. Homes, businesses
and vehicles will be susceptible to increased water damage. Homes within the areas that may be
inundated will potentially be uninhabitable. Additionally, rising seas, and associated increased flood days,
can overwhelm and undermine the effectiveness of stormwater drainage system and other infrastructure,
such as roads and bridges.
Data was not available to estimate potential property and critical facility losses as a result of sea level rise.
Environment
Sea level rise can have numerous negative consequences on the environment including increased erosion
and all impacts associated with that. Another concern is the inundation of normally dry land, which could
lead to the loss of marshes and wetlands and the positive benefits associated with those areas. These
areas buffer against waves and storm surge, protect from erosion and even encourage accretion, and
provide natural wildlife habitats. Finally, sea level rise may lead to saltwater intrusion as the groundwater
table may also rise, potentially leading to contaminated drinking and agriculture water.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.56 summarizes the potential negative consequences of Sea Level Rise.
Table 2.56 – Consequence Analysis – Sea Level Rise
Category Consequences
Public Sea Level Rise may cause increased flooding which may lead to illness, injury, or
death. Additionally, sea level rise may cause psychological stress from loss of
home, economy, and culture.
Responders Sea Level Rise induced flooding may cause increased burden on responders.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
As sea levels rise and cause more regular, chronic flooding, continuity of
operations, such as delivery of services may be interrupted due to localized
disruption of roads, facilities, and/or utilities.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Sea level rise can cause damage to property as flooding becomes more regular in
the short term and as sea levels continue to rise in the long term. SLR can also
compromise infrastructure such as drainage systems and roads.
Environment Sea level rise can lead to increased erosion, salt water intrusion, and inundation
of wetlands and previous dry land.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Sea level rise can severely disrupt the economy, particularly in a region that relies
so heavily on tourism.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Sea level rise is unlikely to impact public confidence.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes sea level rise risk by jurisdiction. Most jurisdictions face at least some risk
from sea level rise, but coastal and waterfront areas have greater exposure. Spatial extent was varied by
jurisdiction depending on the area exposed to sea level rise impacts, with a rating of negligible for
Immokalee Reservation, large for Marco Island and Naples, and moderate for the remaining jurisdictions.
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 3 3 3 1 4 2.9 H
Immokalee
Reservation 3 3 1 1 4 2.5 H
Marco Island 3 3 4 1 4 3.1 H
Naples 3 3 4 1 4 3.1 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 3 3 1 4 2.9 H
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2.5.9 Sink Holes
Hazard Background
Sinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas with underlying limestone and other rock
types that are soluble in natural water. Most limestone is porous, allowing the acidic water of rain to
percolate through their strata, dissolving some limestone and carrying it away in solution. Over time, this
persistent erosional process can create extensive underground voids and drainage systems in much of the
carbonate rocks. Collapse of overlying sediments into the underground cavities produces sinkholes.
The three general types of sinkholes are: subsidence, solution, and collapse. Collapse sinkholes are most
common in areas where the overburden (the sediments and water contained in the unsaturated zone,
surficial aquifer system, and the confining layer above an aquifer) is thick, but the confining layer is
breached or absent. Collapse sinkholes can form with little warning and leave behind a deep, steep sided
hole. Subsidence sinkholes form gradually where the overburden is thin and only a veneer of sediments
is overlying the limestone. Solution sinkholes form where no overburden is present, and the limestone is
exposed at land surface.
Sinkholes occur in many shapes, from steep-walled holes to bowl or cone shaped depressions. Sinkholes
are dramatic because the land generally stays intact for a while until the underground spaces get too big.
If there is not enough support for the land above the spaces, then a collapse of the land surface can occur.
Under natural conditions, sinkholes form slowly and expand gradually. However, human activities such as
dredging, constructing reservoirs, diverting surface water, and pumping groundwater can accelerate the
rate of sinkhole expansions, resulting in the abrupt formation of collapse sinkholes.
Although a sinkhole can form without warning, specific signs can signal potential development:
Slumping or falling fenceposts, trees, or foundations;
Sudden formation of small ponds;
Wilting vegetation;
Discolored well water; and/or
Structural cracks in walls, floors.
Sinkhole formation is aggravated and accelerated by urbanization. Development increases water usage,
alters drainage pathways, overloads the ground surface, and redistributes soil. According to FEMA, the
number of human-induced sinkholes has doubled since 1930, insurance claims for damages as a result of
sinkholes has increased 1,200 percent from 1987 to 1991, costing nearly $100 million.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than six hours
Duration: 4 – More than 1 week
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Figure 2.34 – Rock Formations in the United States
Source: USGS Groundwater Information
Location
Existing soil types in Collier County are conducive to the formation of natural sinkholes. Limestone,
which is easily eroded away and can create sinkholes, is prevalent in Collier County. There is also a
potential for soil piping and/or erosion caused by leakage from drainage pipes, collapsed water mains or
sewer lines, failed culverts and the effects of other human infrastructure activity. The extent of sinkhole
activity is measured in terms of the dimensions of the sinkhole. There have been four recorded sinkholes
in Collier County and only three subsidence events between 2000 and 2019. The largest known sinkhole
in the County was 12 feet deep recorded in 2000. Past subsidence incidents reported by the Florida
Geological Survey for Collier County are recorded below in Table 2.57.
Table 2.57 – Sink Holes in Collier County, 2000-2019
Date Location Length Width Depth Note
7/18/2000 Immokalee 4 ft 4 ft 12 ft No structures threatened. Sink hole appears to be
stable.
2/23/2003 Collier County 5 ft 6 ft 4 ft Sink hole developed in roadway after a sprinkler
system malfunction.
3/22/2017 Collier County 4 ft 4 ft 1 ft Sink hole is in swale maintained by the County.
9/3/2018 Collier County 1 ft 1 ft 0 ft N/A
Source: Florida Geological Survey
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Figure 2.35 – Sink Hole Locations in Collier County
Source: Florida Geological Survey
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Extent
Sinkholes are relatively unpredictable, causing greater impacts when they do occur. They can range
dramatically in size, from a few feet wide to hundreds of acres wide and from less than 1 foot to more
than 100 feet deep. Sinkholes can also vary in shape. Some are shaped like shallow bowls or saucers while
others have vertical walls. In Florida, sinkholes sometimes hold water and form natural ponds. There is no
formal scale for measuring the extent of sinkholes.
Sinkholes can have dramatic effects if they occur in urban settings, particularly when infrastructure, such
as roads, or buildings are on top of the cavity, causing catastrophic damage. The can also contaminate
water resources and have been known to swallow up vehicles, swimming pools, parts of roadways, and
even buildings.
In some cases, sinkholes in Florida have measured up to 35 feet in depth with similar widths.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 1 – Negligible
Past Occurrences
Collier County has experienced sinkhole activity in the past; however, these events are uncommon
occurrences and very few have caused any reported property damages. In May 2000, there was an
increase in sinkhole development which was believed to be caused by lowered groundwater as a result of
the 1998 drought. The most recent reported sinkhole occurred in September 2018 but was small and no
information was given on the situation. Local news reports from 2018 claim that there was a large sinkhole
in July 2018 that formed from a pipe burst and caused a roadway, U.S. 41 in East Naples, to collapse.
Many underground pipes may be vulnerable to cracks and leaks due to age, which could cause erosion,
subsidence, or sinkholes.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Sinkholes remain a possible occurrence in localized areas of Collier County and are caused by both human
activity and as naturally occurring events. Impacts from such events would likely cause minimal localized
damage, though potentially significant service interruptions caused by infrastructure damage and road
closures.
Probability: 1 – Unlikely
Climate Change
Direct effects from global warming and climate change such as an increase in droughts, floods and
hurricanes could contribute to an increase in sinkholes. Climate change raises the likelihood of extreme
weather, meaning the torrential rain and flooding conditions which often lead to the exposure of sinkholes
are likely to become increasingly common. Certain events such as a hurricane following a period of
drought can trigger a sinkhole due to low levels of groundwater co mbined with a heavy influx of rain. As
discussed in Sections 2.5.6 Drought, 2.5.1 Flood, and 2.5.2 Tropical Cyclones, potential increases in these
contributing events are possible. Therefore, an increase in the occurrence of sinkholes in the future is
possible.
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Vulnerability Assessment
People
A person’s vulnerability is directly related to the speed in which the sinkhole opens and the person being
above the sinkhole. Records exist for deaths associated with sinkholes opening beneath homes while
occupants were present or from motor vehicle deaths when drivers could not avoid driving into the
sinkhole before protective barriers were in place.
Property
Like people, property vulnerability to a sinkhole is dependent on a variety of factors including the speed
at which the sinkhole develops. Property above a large sinkhole that collapses can suffer catastrophic
damages ranging from cracked foundations to damaged roadways and totaled vehicles.
Data was not available to estimate potential property or critical facility losses from sink holes.
Environment
Sinkholes are generally naturally occurring events; thus, a sinkhole is unlikely to cause substantial impacts
to the natural environment. Natural areas that are damaged will recover quickly.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.58 summarizes the potential negative consequences of sinkhole.
Table 2.58 – Consequence Analysis – Sinkhole
Category Consequences
Public Impacts are expected to be minimal to the larger population. Impacts for those
effected could cause anxiety or depression about economic and property losses
and personal injury.
Responders First responders will be impacted similarly to other events that have no advance
warning.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Continuity of operations is generally not disrupted by sinkholes.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Although sinkhole extents are localized, buildings located on or adjacent to a
sinkhole are susceptible to foundation damage or building collapse. If the building
is located close enough to the sinkhole it can be destroyed or in worst cases,
completely collapse into the sinkhole. Remediation costs can be high due to
costly foundation shoring or cost of stabilization of the sinkhole itself.
Environment Sinkholes are natural occurring process and local plants and animals adjust
quickly. Many naturally occurring sinkholes fill with rainwater creating new
aquatic habitat.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Sinkholes located in open areas or that impact only small numbers of buildings,
while having a high impact to the local property owner, do not have substantial
impacts to the economy. Sinkholes that open in major traffic thoroughfares can
include significant impact to daily work traffic and flow of goods.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Sinkholes are relatively unpredictable, however if a sinkhole occurs after a recent
inspection and causes harm to people or property, the public may lose
confidence in the jurisdiction’s ability to manage a future sinkhole event.
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Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes sinkhole hazard risk by jurisdiction. Sinkhole hazard risk does not vary
substantially by jurisdiction.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 1 2 1 4 4 1.9 L
Immokalee
Reservation 1 2 1 4 4 1.9 L
Marco Island 1 2 1 4 4 1.9 L
Naples 1 2 1 4 4 1.9 L
Unincorporated
Collier County 1 2 1 4 4 1.9 L
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2.5.10 Winter Storms and Freeze
Hazard Description
A winter storm can range from a moderate snow over a period of a few hours to blizzard conditions with
blinding wind-driven snow that lasts for several days. Events may include snow, sleet, freezing rain, or a
mix of these wintry forms of precipitation. Some winter storms might be large enough to affect several
states, while others might affect only localized areas. Occasionally, heavy snow might also cause
significant property damages, such as roof collapses on older buildings.
All winter storm events have the potential to present dangerous conditions to the affected area. Larger
snowfalls pose a greater risk, reducing visibility due to blowing snow and making driving conditions
treacherous. A heavy snow event is defined by the National Weather Service as an accumulation of 4 of
more inches in 12 hours or less. A blizzard is the most severe form of winter storm. It combines low
temperatures, heavy snow, and winds of 35 miles per hour or more, which reduces visibility to a quarter
mile or less for at least 3 hours. Winter storms are often accompanied by sleet, freezing rain, or an ice
storm. Such freeze events are particularly hazardous as they create treacherous surfaces.
Ice storms are defined as storms with significant amounts of freezing rain and are a result of cold air
damming (CAD). CAD is a shallow, surface-based layer of relatively cold, stably-stratified air entrenched
against the eastern slopes of the Appalachian Mountains. With warmer air above, falling precipitation in
the form of snow melts, then becomes either super-cooled (liquid below the melting point of water) or
re-freezes. In the former case, super-cooled droplets can freeze on impact (freezing rain), while in the
latter case, the re-frozen water particles are ice pellets (or sleet). Sleet is defined as partially frozen
raindrops or refrozen snowflakes that form into small ice pellets before reaching the ground. They
typically bounce when they hit the ground and do not stick to the surface. However, it does accumulate
like snow, posing similar problems and has the potential to accumulate into a layer of ice on surfaces.
Freezing rain, conversely, usually sticks to the ground, creating a sheet of ice on the roadways and other
surfaces. All the winter storm elements – snow, low temperatures, sleet, ice, etcetera – have the potential
to cause significant hazard to a community. Even small accumulations can down power lines and trees
limbs and create hazardous driving conditions and disrupt communication and power for days.
Advancements in meteorology and forecasting usually allow for mostly accurate forecasting a few days in
advance of an impending storm. Most storms have a duration of a few hours; however, impacts can last
a few days after the initial incident until cleanup is completed.
Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 3 – Less than 1 week
Location
Severe winter storms are usually a countywide or regional hazard, impacting the entire county at the same
time. The risk of a severe winter storm occurring is uniform across Collier County.
Extent
NOAA uses the Regional Snowfall Index (RSI) to assess the societal impact of winter storms in the six
easternmost regions in the United States. The index makes use of population and regional differences to
assess the impact of snowfall. It is shown in Table 2.59. For example, areas which receive very little
snowfall on average may be more adversely affected than other regions, resulting in a higher severity. For
central and southern Florida, a Winter Storm Warning is issued when any snow or sleet amount to more
than a half inch. However, amounts as small as 0.1 inch can significantly impact transportation and
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agriculture among other things. According to official National Weather Service records, there has never
been any snowfall or accumulation of snow in Collier County, Florida.
Table 2.59 – Regional Snowfall Index (RSI) Values
Category RSI Value Description
1 1-3 Notable
2 3-6 Significant
3 6-10 Major
4 10-18 Crippling
5 18+ Extreme
Source: NOAA
Severe winter storms often involve a mix of hazardous weather conditions. The magnitude of an event
can be defined based on the severity of each of the involved factors, including precipitation type,
precipitation accumulation amounts, temperature, and wind. The NWS Wind Chill Temperature Index,
shown in Figure 2.36, provides a formula for calculating the dangers of winter winds and freezing
temperatures.
Figure 2.36 – NWS Wind Chill Temperature Index
Source: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/winter/windchill.shtml
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 4 – Large
The entirety of Florida is susceptible to winter storm and freeze events. Some ice and winter storms may
be large enough to affect several states, while others might affect limited, localized areas. The degree of
exposure typically depends on the normal expected severity of local winter weather. Collier County is not
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accustomed to severe winter weather conditions and often receives little to no winter weather during the
winter months. Given the atmospheric nature of the hazard, the entire County has uniform exposure to a
winter storm.
Historical Occurrences
To get a full picture of the range of impacts of a severe winter storm, data for the following weather types
as defined by the National Weather Service (NWS) and tracked by NCEI were collected:
• Blizzard – A winter storm which produces the following conditions for 3 consecutive hours or
longer: (1) sustained winds or frequent gusts 30 knots (35 mph) or greater, and (2) falling and/or
blowing snow reducing visibility frequently to less than 1/4 mile.
• Cold/Wind Chill – Period of low temperatures or wind chill temperatures reaching or exceeding
locally/regionally defined advisory conditions of 0°F to -14°F with wind speeds 10 mph (9 kt) or
greater.
• Extreme Cold/Wind Chill – A period of extremely low temperatures or wind chill temperatures
reaching or exceeding locally/regionally defined warning criteria, defined as wind chill -15°F or
lower with wind speeds 10 mph (9 kt) or greater.
• Frost/Freeze – A surface air temperature of 32°F or lower, or the formation of ice crystals on the
ground or other surfaces, for a period long enough to cause human or economic impact, during
the locally defined growing season.
• Heavy Snow – Snow accumulation meeting or exceeding 12 and/or 24-hour warning criteria of 3
and 4 inches, respectively.
• Ice Storm – Ice accretion meeting or exceeding locally/regionally defined warning criteria of ¼
inch or greater resulting in significant, widespread power outages, tree damage and dangerous
travel. Issued only in those rare instances where just heavy freezing rain is expected and there
will be no "mixed bag" precipitation meaning no snow, sleet or rain.
• Sleet – Sleet accumulations meeting or exceeding locally/regionally defined warning criteria of ½
inch or more.
• Winter Storm – A winter weather event that has more than one significant hazard and meets or
exceeds locally/regionally defined 12 and/or 24-hour warning criteria for at least one of the
precipitation elements. Defined by NWS Raleigh Forecast Office as snow accumulations 3 inches
or greater in 12 hours (4 inches or more in 24 hours); Freezing rain accumulations ¼ inch (6 mm)
or greater; Sleet accumulations ½ inch (13 mm) or more. Issued when there is at least a 60%
forecast confidence of any one of the three criteria being met.
• Winter Weather – A winter precipitation event that causes a death, injury, or a significant impact
to commerce or transportation, but does not meet locally/regionally defined warning criteria.
Table 2.60 summarizees the recorded severe winter storm events that have impacted Collier County
according to the NCEI Storm Events Database for the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019. As reported
in NCEI, severe winter weather did not cause any fatalities, injuries, or property damage, but did cause
some crop damage. Some of these types of impacts may not have been reported and are possible in future
events. Impacts in Collier County by incident are recorded in Table 2.61.
Table 2.60 – Total Severe Winter Storm Impacts in Collier County, 2000-2019
Event Type Number of Recorded
Incidents
Total
Fatalities
Total
Injuries
Total Property
Damage
Total Crop
Damage
Extreme Cold/ Wind Chill 7 0 0 $0 $34,030,000
Frost/Freeze 22 0 0 $0 $301,030,000
Total 29 0 0 $0 $335,060,000
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Source: NCEI
Table 2.61 – Recorded Severe Winter Storm Impacts in Collier County, 2000-2019
Location Date Event Type Fatalities/
Injuries
Property
Damage Crop Damage
Inland Collier (Zone) 12/21/2000 Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 12/31/2000 Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/1/2001 Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 0/0 $0 $30,000
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/5/2001 Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 0/0 $0 $34,000,000
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/10/2001 Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 12/27/2001 Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/9/2002 Extreme Cold/Wind Chill 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/19/2003 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/24/2003 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 12/21/2003 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/24/2005 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 2/12/2005 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/8/2006 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 2/14/2006 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 2/17/2007 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 2/19/2007 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/3/2008 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $20,000
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/22/2009 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $50,000
Inland Collier (Zone) 2/5/2009 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Coastal Collier (Zone) 2/5/2009 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/6/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/10/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $300,000,000
Coastal Collier (Zone) 1/10/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 12/7/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 12/14/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Coastal Collier (Zone) 12/15/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 12/28/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $960,000
Coastal Collier (Zone) 12/28/2010 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Inland Collier (Zone) 1/3/2012 Frost/Freeze 0/0 $0 $0
Total 0/0 $0 $335,060,000
Source: NCEI
According to NOAA, 2 people died from exposure to the cold in 2009 and 2 more in 2010 within the State
of Florida. This does not include additional deaths related to carbon monoxide poisoning from using
improper heating sources. A freeze in January 2010 led to agricultural losses of over $200 million. The
USDA declared 59 out of 67 counties in a state of natural disaster for agricultural production during this
freeze. Storm impacts from NCEI are summarized below:
January 5, 2001 – A freeze occurred throughout the interior sections of south Florida, causing damage to
certain crops. Hardest hit were certain vegetable crops with 75% losses in Hendry and east Collier counties
and 30% losses in the farming areas of south Miami-Dade County. Other crops that were damaged
included newly planted sugar cane, ornamentals, and tropical fruits. A heavy frost occurred in the western
suburbs of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach metropolitan areas. Several daily minimum
temperature records were broken. Selected minimum temperatures included 27 degrees at Belle Glade,
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29 degrees in the Homestead agricultural area, 31 degrees in Naples, 39 degrees at Miami International
Airport and 43 degrees in Miami Beach.
January 22, 2009 – An arctic cold front moved through South Florida on January 20th. High pressure of
arctic origin settled over the region behind the cold front, bringing freezing temperatures to much of
South Florida on the mornings of January 21 and 22. Temperatures dropped to below freezing over most
of interior South Florida on the morning of January 22. Temperatures bottomed out as low as the mid-20s
over portions of Glades, Hendry and Collier counties where a hard freeze was noted, with a low of 22
recorded at Palmdale in Glades County. Readings in the upper 20s to around 30 were observed over inland
sections of Palm Beach county, with near freezing temperatures of 30-32 degrees over inland sections of
Broward and Miami-Dade counties. In addition to the freezing temperatures, widespread heavy frost
formed over most of interior and northern sections of South Florida. Crop damage was extensive in some
areas, with total losses to bean and corn crops in parts of western Palm Beach county. Losses to tomato
and strawberry crops were also noted in Hendry and Collier counties.
December 28, 2010 – Temperatures across inland sections of Collier County fell into the upper 20s to low
30s with the coldest temperatures reported across far north and east sections on the morning of the 28th.
The coldest temperatures during this period were: The Florida Panther NWR 26, Golden Gate Estates 27,
and Immokalee hit 29. Extensive damage to crops was reported. Frost was also reported. What cold
sensitive crops were left in the area from the previous two events faced more severe damage with some
crops being frozen out in the Immokalee area. Crop damage amount estimate of $0.96 million is for all of
Collier County and represents the combined total of all three December freeze events.
Collier County has never received an emergency declaration for incidents related to severe winter storms.
As a state, Florida has also never received any disaster declarations related to severe winter storms.
Probability of Future Occurrence
NCEI records 29 severe winter storm related events during the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019,
which is an average of 1.45 events per year or about a 145 percent probability in any given year.
It is concluded that a freeze may be expected in Florida every one to two years. Severe freezes in which
the most crops are lost can be expected about once every five years. Southern Florida is likely to have
between 2 and 4 days of winter weather annually.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
Climate change is not expected to increase the frequency or magnitude of winter storms and freezes in
Florida. However, climate change does not mean that winter storms would not continue to occur in the
State. Climate change could cause more variability in daily temperature and thus create a prolonged
winter storm or freeze.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
Winter storms are considered deceptive killers because most deaths are indirectly related to the storm
event. The leading cause of death during winter storms is from automobile or other transportation
accidents due to poor visibility and/or slippery roads. Additionally, exhaustion and heart attacks caused
by overexertion may result from winter storms.
Power outages during very cold winter storm conditions can also create potentially dangerous situations.
Elderly people account for the largest percentage of hypothermia victims. In addition, if the power is out
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for an extended period, residents are forced to find alternative means to heat their homes. The danger
arises from carbon monoxide released from improperly ventilated heating sources such as space or
kerosene heaters, furnaces, and blocked chimneys. House fires also occur more frequently in the winter
due to lack of proper safety precautions when using an alternative heating source.
Property
No property damage was reported in association with any winter weather events recorded by the NCEI
between 2000 and 2019 for Collier County. Therefore, no annualized loss estimate could be calculated for
this hazard. However, $335,060,000 in crop damage was reported over the 20-year period, which equates
to an average annual loss estimate of $16,753,000.
Environment
Winter storm events may include ice or snow accumulation on trees which can cause large limbs, or even
whole trees, to snap and potentially fall on buildings, cars, or power lines. This potential for winter debris
creates a dangerous environment to be outside in; significant injury or fatality may occur if a large limb
snaps while a local resident is out driving or walking underneath it.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.62 summarizes the potential negative consequences of severe winter storm.
Table 2.62 – Consequence Analysis – Severe Winter Storm
Category Consequences
Public Localized impact expected to be severe for affected areas and moderate to light
for other less affected areas.
Responders Adverse impact expected to be severe for unprotected personnel and moderate
to light for trained, equipped, and protected personnel.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Localized disruption of roads and/or utilities caused by incident may postpone
delivery of some services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Localized impact to facilities and infrastructure in the areas of the incident. Power
lines and roads most adversely affected.
Environment Environmental damage to trees, bushes, crops, etc.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances may be adversely affected, depending on damage.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes severe winter storm hazard risk by jurisdiction. Severe winter storm risk
does not vary substantially by jurisdiction because these events are typically regional in nature.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 3 2 4 1 3 2.7 H
Immokalee
Reservation 3 2 4 1 3 2.7 H
Marco Island 3 2 4 1 3 2.7 H
Naples 3 2 4 1 3 2.7 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 2 4 1 3 2.7 H
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2.5.11 Earthquake
Hazard Description
An earthquake is a movement or shaking of the ground. Most earthquakes are caused by the release of
stresses accumulated as a result of the rupture of rocks along opposing fault planes in the Earth’s outer
crust. These fault planes are typically found along borders of the Earth's 10 tectonic plates. The areas of
greatest tectonic instability occur at the perimeters of the slowly moving plates, as these locations are
subjected to the greatest strains from plates traveling in opposite directions and at different speeds.
Deformation along plate boundaries causes strain in the rock and the consequent buildup of stored
energy. When the built-up stress exceeds the rocks' strength a rupture occurs. The rock on both sides of
the fracture is snapped, releasing the stored energy and producing seismic waves, generating an
earthquake.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than 6 hours
Duration: 1 – Less than 6 hours
Location
The United State Geological Survey’s Quaternary faults database was consulted to define the location of
potential earthquakes within range of Collier County. Quaternary faults are active faults recognized at the
surface which have evidence of movement in the past 2.58 million years. The Gulf-Margin normal faults,
the Charleston liquefaction feature, and the Wiggins uplift are the closest to Collier County and they are
450 miles, 415 miles, and 485 miles away respectively. These three fault areas could potentially produce
an earthquake affecting Collier County. Figure 2.37 reflects the location of these three faults in relation to
Collier County based on data from the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. Additionally, there is a fault
about the same distance south of Florida on the Caribbean Plate.
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Figure 2.37 – US Quaternary Faults
Source: USGS U.S. Quaternary Faults
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All of Florida is subject to earthquakes, with the northwestern region most vulnerable to a damaging
earthquake. The state is affected by the Charleston liquefaction feature in South Carolina, the Gulf-Margin
normal faults stretching from the edge of Florida through Louisiana, and the Wiggins uplift in Alabama
and Mississippi. The Charleston Liquefaction feature has generated an earthquake greater than 8.0 on the
Richter Scale in the last 200 years.
Extent
Earthquakes are measured in terms of their magnitude and intensity. Magnitude is measured using the
Richter Scale, an open-ended logarithmic scale that describes the energy release of an earthquake through
a measure of shock wave amplitude. A detailed description of the Richter Scale is given in Table 2.63.
Although the Richter scale is usually used by the news media when reporting the intensity of earthquakes
and is the scale most familiar to the public, the scale currently used by the scientific community in the
United States is called the Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) scale. The MMI scale is an arbitrary ranking
based on observed effects. Table 2.64 shows descriptions for levels of earthquake intensity on the MMI
scale compared to the Richter scale. Seismic shaking is typically the greatest cause of losses to structures
during earthquakes.
Table 2.63 – Richter Scale
Magnitude Effects
Less than 3.5 Generally, not felt, but recorded.
3.5 – 5.4 Often felt, but rarely causes damage.
5.4 – 6.0 At most slight damage to well-designed buildings. Can cause major damage to poorly
constructed buildings over small regions.
6.1 – 6.9 Can be destructive in areas up to 100 kilometers across where people live.
7.0 – 7.9 Major earthquake. Can cause serious damage over larger areas.
8.0 or greater Great earthquake. Can cause serious damage in areas several hundred kilometers across.
Source: FEMA
Table 2.64 – Comparison of Richter Scale and Modified Mercalli Intensity (MMI) Scale
MMI Richter Scale Felt Intensity
I 0 – 1.9 Not felt. Marginal and long period effects of large earthquakes.
II 2.0 – 2.9 Felt by persons at rest, on upper floors, or favorably placed.
III 3.0 – 3.9 Felt indoors. Hanging objects swing. Vibration like passing of light trucks. Duration
estimated. May not be recognized as an earthquake.
IV 4.0 – 4.3 Hanging objects swing. Vibration like passing of heavy trucks. Standing motor cars rock.
Windows, dishes, doors rattle. Glasses clink the upper range of IV, wooden walls and
frame creak.
V 4.4 – 4.8 Felt outdoors; direction estimated. Sleepers wakened. Liquids disturbed, some spilled.
Small unstable objects displaced or upset. Doors swing, close, open. Pendulum clocks
stop, start.
VI 4.9 – 5.4 Felt by all. Many frightened and run outdoors. Persons walk unsteadily. Windows, dishes,
glassware broken. Books, etc., fall off shelves. Pictures fall off walls. Furniture moved.
Weak plaster and masonry D cracked. Small bells ring. Trees, bushes shaken.
VII 5.5 – 6.1 Difficult to stand. Noticed by drivers of motor cars. Hanging objects quiver. Furniture
broken. Damage to masonry D, including cracks. Weak chimneys broken at roof line. Fall
of plaster, loose bricks, stones, tiles, cornices. Some cracks in masonry C. Waves on
ponds. Small slides and caving in along sand or gravel banks. Large bells ring. Concrete
irrigation ditches damaged.
VIII 6.2 – 6.5 Steering of motor cars is affected. Damage to masonry C; partial collapse. Some damage
to masonry B. Fall of stucco and some masonry walls. Twisting, fall of chimneys, factory
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MMI Richter Scale Felt Intensity
stacks, monuments, towers, elevated tanks. Frame houses moved on foundations.
Decayed piling broken off. Branches broken from trees. Changes in flow or temperature
of springs and wells. Cracks in wet ground and on steep slopes.
IX 6.6 – 6.9 General panic. Masonry D destroyed; masonry C heavily damaged, sometimes with
complete collapse; masonry B seriously damaged. (General damage to foundations.)
Serious damage to reservoirs. Underground pipes broken. Conspicuous cracks in ground.
In alluvial areas sand and mud ejected, earthquake fountains, sand craters.
X 7.0 – 7.3 Most masonry and frame structures destroyed with their foundations. Some well-built
wooden structures and bridges destroyed. Serious damage to dams, dikes,
embankments. Large landslides. Water thrown on banks of canals, rivers, lakes, etc. Sand
and mud shifted horizontally on beaches and flat land. Rails bent slightly.
XI 7.4 – 8.1 Rails bent greatly. Underground pipelines completely out of service.
XII > 8.1 Damage nearly total. Large rock masses displaced. Lines of sight and level
distorted. Objects thrown in the air.
Masonry A: Good workmanship, mortar, and design; reinforced, especially laterally, and bound together by using steel, concrete, etc.; designe d
to resist lateral forces. Masonry B: Good workmanship and mortar; reinforced, but not designed in detail to resist lateral fo rces. Masonry C:
Ordinary workmanship and mortar; no extreme weaknesses like failing to tie in at corners, but neither reinforced nor designed against horizontal
forces. Masonry D: Weak materials, such as adobe; poor mortar; low standards of workmanship; weak horizontally.
Source: Oklahoma State Hazard Mitigation Plan.
The most severe earthquake to impact Florida measured a VIII on the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 3 – Moderate
Historical Occurrences
The USGS Earthquake Hazards Program maintains a database of historical earthquakes of a magnitude 2.5
and greater from 1973 to 2019. Collier County has no history of earthquakes or damage from earthquakes.
No earthquakes have had epicenters in Florida and there are no documented faults in the State.
The National Geophysical Data Center maintains a database of all earthquakes from 1638 to 1985
including the maximum intensity for each locality that felt the earthquake. Since 1985, no major
earthquake events have impacted the planning area. The largest earthquake to be felt in Florida was the
Charleston earthquake of 1886, which registered an MMI of VIII in Savannah. Table 2.65 shows historic
seismic events felt in Florida. No earthquake epicenters have occurred in Collier County.
Table 2.65 – Historical Seismic Events Felt in Florida, 1886-2016
Date Description
August 31, 1886
Known as the “great earthquake,” a severe earthquake hit Charleston,
South Carolina. It was so powerful that shaking was felt in St. Augustine
and Tampa. There were also several aftershocks in the months after the
quake that were felt in Florida.
January 5, 1945 Shaking was felt in Volusia County. Windows in a De Land courthouse
shook violently.
October 27, 1973 A shock was felt in Seminole, Volusia, Orange, and Brevard counties with
a maximum intensity of MM V.
January 13, 1978
Two shocks were felt in Polk County, each lasting about 15 seconds and
one minute apart. It rattled doors and windows, but there were no
injuries or damages.
November 13, 1978 A shock was felt in northwest Florida. The seismic station estimated that
it originated in the Atlantic Ocean.
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Date Description
September 10, 2006
A strong quake was felt in Florida and other Gulf Coast states. USGS
determined it was magnitude 6 quake originating in the Gulf of Mexico,
250 miles southwest of the Apalachicola area.
July 16, 2016
Some felt small shakes in Florida and USGS rated it as a 3.7 magnitude. It
was later discovered that the “quake” was actually an experimental
explosion in the ocean by the US Navy.
Source: USGS
Probability of Future Occurrence
Ground motion is the movement of the earth’s surface due to eart hquakes or explosions. It is produced
by waves generated by a sudden slip on a fault or sudden pressure at the explosive source and travels
through the earth and along its surface. Ground motion is amplified when surface waves of
unconsolidated materials bounce off or are refracted by adjacent solid bedrock. The probability of ground
motion is depicted in USGS earthquake hazard maps by showing, by contour values, the earthquake
ground motions (of a frequency) that have a common given probability of being exceeded in 50 years.
Figure 2.38 reflects the seismic hazard for Collier County based on the national USGS map of peak
acceleration with two percent probability of exceedance in 50 years. To produce these estimates, the
ground motions being considered at a given location are those from all future possible earthquake
magnitudes at all possible distances from that location. The ground motion coming from a particular
magnitude and distance is assigned an annual probability equal to the annual probability of occurrence of
the causative magnitude and distance. The method assumes a reasonable future catalog of earthquakes,
based upon historical earthquake locations and geological information on the recurrence rate of fault
ruptures. When all the possible earthquakes and magnitudes have been considered, a ground motion
value is determined such that the annual rate of its being exceeded has a certain value.
Therefore, for the given probability of exceedance, two percent, the locations shaken more frequently
will have larger ground motions. All of Collier County is located within zones with peak acceleration of 0-
2% g.
There have been no past occurrences of earthquakes in Collier County. Using past occurrence as an
indicator of future probability, there is a low chance of an earthquake causing some building damage.
Based on this data, it can be reasonably assumed that an earthquake event affecting Collier County is
possible but unlikely.
Probability: 1 – Unlikely
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Figure 2.38 – Seismic Hazard Information for Collier County
Source: USGS Earthquake Hazards Program
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Climate Change
Scientists are beginning to believe there may be a connection between climate change and earthquakes.
Changing ice caps and sea-level redistribute weight over fault lines, which could potentially have an
influence on earthquake occurrences. However, currently no studies quantify the relationship to a high
level of detail, so recent earthquakes should not be linked with climate change. While not conclusive,
early research suggest that more intense earthquakes and tsunamis may eventually be added to the
adverse consequences that are caused by climate change.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
Earthquake events in Collier County are unlikely to produce more than moderate ground shaking;
therefore, injury or death is unlikely. Objects falling from shelves generally pose the greatest threat to
safety.
A 2,500-year event was estimated using Hazus because a 2,500-year event is the “maximum considered
earthquake” and is used for building codes. It has a 2-percent probability of being exceeded in 50 years.
Hazus estimates that the 2,500-year earthquake would result in complete damage of 115,442 residential
structures. With these estimates, potential population at risk was calculated using the American
Community Survey 2018 5-Year Estimates for household factor, the average number of individuals per
occupied household. The household factor for Collier County is 2.68, therefore there are an estimated
309,385 individuals are at severe risk to the 2,500-year earthquake event.
Property
In a severe earthquake event, buildings can be damaged by the shaking itself or by the ground beneath
them settling to a different level than it was before the earthquake (subsidence). Buildings can even sink
into the ground if soil liquefaction occurs. If a structure (a building, road, etc.) is built across a fault, the
ground displacement during an earthquake could seriously damage that structure.
Earthquakes can also cause damages to infrastructure, resulting in secondary hazards. Damages to dams
or levees could cause failures and subsequent flooding. Fires can be started by broken gas lines and power
lines. Fires can be a serious problem, especially if the water lines that feed the fire hydrants have been
damaged as well. Impacts of earthquakes also include debris clean-up and service disruption.
Collier County has not been impacted by an earthquake, so major damage to the built environment is
unlikely. However, if an earthquake were to occur, there is potential for impacts to certain masonry
buildings, as well as environmental damages with secondary impacts on structures.
Table 2.66 details the estimated buildings impacted by 2,500-year earthquake event based on a Hazus
level 1 analysis. Note that building value estimates are inherent to Hazus and do not necessarily reflect
damages to the asset inventory provided by the County’s parcel and building data.
Table 2.66 – Estimated Buildings Impacted by 2,500-Year Earthquake Event
Occupancy Type Estimated Building Damage Estimated Content Loss Estimated Total Damage
Residential $35,361,570,000 $6,630,180,000 $41,991,750,000
Commercial $5,628,150,000 $2,225,650,000 $7,853,800,000
Industrial $951,070,000 $442,910,000 $1,393,980,000
Other $963,070,000 $378,580,000 $1,341,650,000
Total $42,903,860,000 $9,677,320,000 $52,581,180,000
Source: Hazus
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Environment
An earthquake is unlikely to cause substantial impacts to the natural environment in Collier County.
Impacts to the built environment (e.g. ruptured gas line) could damage the surrounding environment.
However, this type damage is unlikely based on historical occurrences.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.67 summarizes the potential negative consequences of earthquake.
Table 2.67 – Consequence Analysis - Earthquake
Category Consequences
Public Impact expected to be severe for people who are unprotected or unable to take
shelter; moderate to light impacts are expected for those who are protected.
Responders Responders may be required to enter unstable structures or compromised
infrastructure. Adverse impacts are expected to be severe for unprotected personnel
and moderate to light for protected personnel.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Damage to facilities/personnel in the area of the incident may require relocation of
operations and lines of succession execution. Disruption of lines of communication
and destruction of facilities may extensively postpone delivery of services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Damage to facilities and infrastructure in the area of the incident may be extensive
for facilities, people, infrastructure, and HazMat.
Environment May cause extensive damage, creating denial or delays in the use of some areas.
Remediation may be needed.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances expected to be adversely affected, possibly for an
extended period.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery are not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes earthquake hazard risk by jurisdiction. Despite minor differences in peak
acceleration probabilities, earthquake risk is uniform across the planning area.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 1 2 3 4 1 2.0 M
Immokalee
Reservation 1 2 3 4 1 2.0 M
Marco Island 1 2 3 4 1 2.0 M
Naples 1 2 3 4 1 2.0 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 1 2 3 4 1 2.0 M
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2.5.12 Tsunami
Hazard Description
A tsunami is a series of large ocean waves formed as a result of an underwater disturbance such as an
earthquake, landslide, volcanic eruption, or meteorite. Earthquakes are the most common cause of
tsunamis. Tsunami waves radiate in all directions from the site of the disturbance, traveling as fast as 450
mph and slowing as they reach shallow waters. As the waves slow, they draw together and grow in height.
The resulting phenomenon appears as a constant wall of water and can resemble hurricane storm surge
when it reaches the shore.
There can be as many as 60 miles between peaks of each wave series and be as far as one hour apart.
Tsunamis have a much smaller amplitude (wave height) offshore, and a very long wavelength (often
hundreds of kilometers long), which is why they generally pass unnoticed at sea, forming only a passing
"hump" in the ocean. The number of arrivals and the amplitudes of each wave will vary depending on the
coastal properties, the exact travel direction, and other specifics of how the tsunami was generated. They
will vary from place to place and event to event. In the largest tsunamis, surge can continue for many
hours and more than a day.
Scientists cannot predict when and where the next tsunami will strike. However, since earthquakes are
often a cause of tsunamis, an earthquake felt near a body of water may be considered an indication that
a tsunami could shortly follow. Tsunami Warning Centers monitor which earthquakes are likely to
generate tsunamis and can issue warning messages when a tsunami is possible. The National Tsunami
Warning Center in Palmer, Alaska, serves the continental United States, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and Virgin
Islands and Canada.
The first part of a tsunami to reach land is a trough rather than a crest of the wave. The water along the
shoreline may recede dramatically, exposing areas that are normally submerged. This can serve as an
advance warning of the approaching crest of the tsunami, although the crest typically arrives seconds to
minutes later.
Tsunamis are often referred to as tidal waves; however, oceanographers discourage this misnomer
because tsunamis are not impacted by tides.
Warning Time: 3 – 6 to 12 hours
Duration: 3 – Less than 1 week
Location
Tsunamis can strike any coastal area but are most commonly associated with the Pacific Coast where
there is a higher probability of them occurring due to the number of subduction zones and high probability
of earthquakes. Tsunamis on the east coast are more likely to occur as a result of landslides or slumping
associated with local earthquakes, though these events are rare. The most at-risk areas are those less
than 25 feet above sea level and within 1 mile of the coastline. Per the 2018 Florida State Hazard
Mitigation Plan, the past 150 years of tsunami records shows that the most frequent and destructive
tsunamis to affect the U.S. have occurred along the coasts of California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and
Hawaii.
Earthquakes are frequently the cause for tsunami events, and because the location and timing of future
earthquake events are unpredictable, the 2018 Florida State Hazard Mitigation Plan concludes that all
geographic areas of Florida that border the Atlantic Ocean or Gulf of Mexico are at risk. Additionally,
sediment deposits in the Gulf of Mexico may lead to underwater landslide activity.
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A Report to the National Tsunami Hazard Mitigation Program titled “Regional Assessment of Tsunami
Potential in the Gulf of Mexico” by Brink, et al. concludes that “there are no significant earthquake sources
within the Gulf of Mexico that are likely to generate tsunamis…” and “Tsunami propagation from
significant earthquake sources outside the Gulf of Mexico… shows that wave amplitude is greatly
attenuated by the narrow and shallow passages into the gulf, and as a result, the se tsunami sources do
not constitute a tsunami hazard to the Gulf of Mexico coast” (2009). However, the report does confirm
that submarine landslides pose a tsunami hazard to the Gulf of Mexico coast.
Per the County’s previous LMS, the actual tsunami hazard in Collier County, potentially caused by an
earthquake or a seafloor landslide on the northern side of the Caribbean plate, is likely low. An earthquake
of record-breaking magnitude in the northwest Caribbean could potentially cause a rise of 1-2 feet in the
Gulf, as reported by Robert Molleda of the Miami Weather Office. Still, seismic events are unpredictable
and there is some possibility for a tsunami in Collier County. Particularly, low lying areas of Naples, Marco
Island, Everglades City, and unincorporated coastal areas of Collier County might also be at risk due to the
flat low-lying areas. The low slope to the Continental shelf makes Naples, Marco Island, Everglades City
and unincorporated areas of coastal Collier County more susceptible to a potential Tsunami event.
Figure 2.39 shows the at-risk areas for tsunamis in the United States.
Figure 2.39 – Tsunami Risk Areas in the United States
Source: Envista Forensics, National Weather Service
Extent
The Regional Assessment of Tsunami Potential in the Gulf of Mexico report by Brink, et al. indicates that
submarine landslides have occurred in the Gulf of Mexico that were of sufficient volume to cause
destructive tsunamis. Sediment supply from the Mississippi River may cause further landslide activity;
however, future landslides on the northern Gulf continental slope wou ld not be large enough to pose a
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tsunami hazard (Brink, et al., 2009). Although future probability is uncertain, this research concludes that
Gulf of Mexico landslide sources could realistically produce potential maximum tsunami runup of 4 meters
above mean sea level. Thus, if a submarine landslide in the Gulf of Mexico were to produce a tsunami, the
impacts could be catastrophic depending on the origination point and the size and force of the waves.
Impact: 4 – Catastrophic
Spatial Extent: 4 – Large
Hist orical Occurrences
There have been 4 reported tsunami events in the history of Florida. All 4 of these tsunamis occurred on
the Atlantic Coast. Below are the causes of these tsunamis.
1 was caused by an Atlantic Coast earthquake
1 was caused by a non-Atlantic earthquake
2 were caused by a Caribbean earthquake
While no known tsunamis have ever affected the Florida Gulf Coast, a tsunami in that location is unlikely
but not impossible.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Based on a historical analysis, the frequency of prior tsunami events from around the world, and current
research on the geologic potential for Gulf of Mexico tsunamis, it has been concluded that future tsunami
events affecting Collier County are unlikely.
Probability: 1 – Unlikely
Climate Change
Climate change is not expected to affect the occurrence of tsunamis in Florida.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
Many of the effects of tsunamis on people are the same as those for other types of coastal flooding,
described in Sections 2.5.1 and 2.5.2. The greatest threat to people during a tsunami is drowning. There
may be injury or death. Rescue missions may be life-threatening for rescuers if buildings are not
structurally stable or if rescuing from waters of unknown depth. If a structure were severely damaged or
flooded, operations would be disrupted.
Property
If a major tsunami were to occur in Florida, many structures and critical infrastructure would be severely
damaged from the force of the waters and from flooding effects.
Data on potential tsunami extent is not available; therefore, potential loss estimates for property and
critical facilities could not be generated.
Environment
The coast could be altered, including intra-coastal areas, beaches, mangroves, etc. Vegetation would likely
be damaged and severe erosion would occur.
Consequence Analysis
The consequence analysis for tsunami hazards is shown in Table 2.68.
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Table 2.68 – Consequence Analysis – Tsunami
Category Consequences
Public There may be injury or death.
Responders Responders face similar risks as the general public but a heightened potential for
life-threatening rescue missions if buildings are not structurally sound or if water
depth is unknown.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Operations would likely be disrupted as a result of damages to buildings, roads,
transportation infrastructure, communications infrastructure, utilities, and other key
lifelines.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Many structures and critical infrastructure would be severely damaged from the force
of the water and flooding effects.
Environment The coast, beaches, mangroves, etc. could be altered.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Many businesses would be damaged and forced to close causing loss of revenue and
loss of jobs.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
As with other hazards, public confidence could be affected by the speed of response
and recovery efforts.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes tsunami hazard risk by jurisdiction. Tsunami hazard is not expected to
change much by jurisdiction.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 1 4 4 3 2 2.8 H
Immokalee
Reservation 1 3 3 3 2 2.3 M
Marco Island 1 4 4 3 2 2.8 H
Naples 1 4 4 3 2 2.8 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 1 4 4 3 2 2.8 H
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2.5.13 Major Transportation Incidents
Hazard Background
Collier County depends on several key bridges, roads, and ferry crossings for access and services. This
infrastructure is integral to the functioning of the communities in the planning area and would cause
major disruptions should they become inaccessible. Damage to any of this infrastructure could result from
most of the natural and human-caused hazards described in this plan. In addition to a secondary or
cascading impact from another primary hazard, infrastructure can fail as a result of faulty equipment, lack
of maintenance, degradation over time, or accidental damage such as a barge colliding with a bridge
support.
Building and construction standards along with regular inspection and maintenance can provide a degree
of certainty as to the capacity of infrastructure to withstand some damages. However, accidental damage
is unpredictable. Moreover, any damages that take a road or bridge out of service will likely require
significant repairs that could take weeks or months to complete.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than six hours
Duration: 4 – More than one week
Location
The primary transportation systems in the region are shown in Figure 2.40. The Florida Department of
Transportation maintains a list of bridges in Florida. There are 211 bridges built in 1989 or prior, listed
below in Table 2.69. Due to their age, these bridges may be deteriorating and in need of maintenance,
repair, or replacement. Aging infrastructure may also be more vulnerable to impacts from other natural
or technological hazards.
Table 2.69 – Bridges Built in 1989 or Prior
Bridge Number Route Crossing Year Built Age (years)
30102 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 102 1940 80
30092 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 092 1941 79
30136 CR 846 DRAINAGE CANAL 1948 72
30137 CR 846 DRAINAGE CANAL 1948 72
30138 CR 846 DRAINAGE CNL 1948 72
30139 CR-846 DRAINAGE CANAL 1948 72
30140 CR 846 DRAINAGE CANAL 1948 72
30141 CR 846 DRAINAGE CNL 1948 72
30079 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 079 1949 71
30083 US-41 (SR-90) Turner River 1949 71
30087 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 087 1949 71
30088 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 088 1949 71
30091 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 091 1949 71
30093 US-41 (SR-90) K.S. STROUD CANAL 1949 71
30094 US-41 (SR-90) NEW RIVER STRAND CANAL 1949 71
30095 US-41 (SR-90) BYPASS CANAL 1949 71
30097 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 097 1949 71
30098 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 098 1949 71
30099 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 099 1949 71
30100 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 100 1949 71
30101 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 101 1949 71
30103 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 103 1949 71
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Bridge Number Route Crossing Year Built Age (years)
30104 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 104 1949 71
30105 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 105 1949 71
30106 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 106 1949 71
30107 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 107 1949 71
30108 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 108 1949 71
30109 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 109 1949 71
30110 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 110 1949 71
30114 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 114 1949 71
30115 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 115 1949 71
30116 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 116 1949 71
30117 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 117 1949 71
30032 WAGON WHEEL RD. DEEP LAKE STRAND 1950 70
30060 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 060 1950 70
30078 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 078 1950 70
30111 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 111 1950 70
30142 SR-82 Canal 142 1950 70
30143 SR-82 Canal 143 1950 70
30112 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 112 1951 69
30113 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 113 1951 69
30153 CR 858 OKALOACOOCHEE SLOUGH 1951 69
30154 CR 858 OKALOACOOCHEE SLOUGH 1951 69
30155 CR 858 OKALOACOOCHEE SLOUGH 1951 69
30156 CR-858 OKALOACOOCHEE SLOUGH 1951 69
30061 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 061 1952 68
30065 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 065 1952 68
30066 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 066 1952 68
30067 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 067 1952 68
30068 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 068 1952 68
30069 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 069 1952 68
30070 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 070 1952 68
30072 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 072 1952 68
30073 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 073 1952 68
30074 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 074 1952 68
30075 US 41 (SR 90) Canal 075 1952 68
30077 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 077 1952 68
30071 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 071 1953 67
30081 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 081 1953 67
30158 CR 858 OBIE CANAL 1953 67
30047 US-41 DRAINAGE CANAL 047 1954 66
30049 US-41 DRAINAGE CANAL 049 1954 66
30059 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 059 1954 66
30076 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 076 1954 66
30082 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 082 1954 66
30085 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 085 1954 66
30089 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 089 1954 66
30951 US-41 Canal 951 1954 66
30039 US-41 (SR-45) DRAINAGE CANAL 039 1955 65
30042 US-41 (SR-45) DRAINAGE CANAL 042 1955 65
30043 US-41 (SR-45) DRAINAGE CANAL 043 1955 65
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Bridge Number Route Crossing Year Built Age (years)
30044 US-41 (SR-45) DRAINAGE CANAL 044 1955 65
30045 US-41 (SR-45) DRAINAGE CANAL 045 1955 65
30046 US-41 (SR-45) DRAINAGE CANAL 046 1955 65
30048 US-41 DRAINAGE CANAL 048 1955 65
30050 US-41 DRAINAGE CANAL 041 1955 65
30052 US-41 DRAINAGE CANAL 052 1955 65
30054 US-41 DRAINAGE CANAL 054 1955 65
30055 US-41 DRAINAGE CANAL 055 1955 65
30057 US-41 Canal 057 1955 65
30058 US-41 Canal 058 1955 65
30080 US-41 (SR 90) Canal 080 1955 65
30086 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 086 1955 65
30157 CR-837 FAKAHATCHEE STRAND 1955 65
30160 CR-846 GATOR CANAL 1955 65
30940 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 940 1955 65
30941 US-41(SR-45/SR-90) Canal 941 1955 65
30090 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 090 1956 64
34101 PARK SHORE DR MOORING BAY 1957 63
30165 CR837 WAGON WHL RD DEEP LAKE STRAND 1959 61
30166 TURNER RIVER ROAD COPELAND PRAIRIE 1960 60
34014 GREEN BLVD. GOLDEN GATE CANAL 1960 60
34032 WILSON BLVD. CYPRESS CANAL 1960 60
34046 PALM RIVER BLVD PALM RIVER CANAL 1960 60
30084 US-41 (SR-90) Park Canal 1961 59
30168 CR 839 EAST HINSON MARSH 1962 58
30169 CR839 TURNER RIVRD EAST HINSON MARSH 1962 58
34111 PALM DRIVE CANAL 1962 58
30172 GOLDEN GATE PKWY GORDON RIVER 1963 57
30122 CR-29 BARRON RIVER 1964 56
34037 CR 846 DRAINAGE CANAL 1964 56
30006 I-75 SB/SR-93 NUNYA CREEK 1965 55
30007 I-75 SB (SR-93) FIREBIRD CANAL 1965 55
30019 SR-29 Canal 019 1965 55
30062 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 062 1965 55
34012 SW 25TH AVE. CR-951 CANAL 1965 55
34019 32ND AVE. SW SHELL CANAL 1965 55
34030 GOLDEN GATE BLVD FAKA UNION CANAL 1965 55
34042 18th AVENUE NE GOLDEN GATE CANAL 1965 55
34044 18TH AVE. NE GOLDEN GATE DRAIN CANAL 1965 55
34048 RANDALL BLVD. GOLDEN GATE MAIN CANAL 1965 55
34050 RANDALL BLVD. FAKA UNION CANAL 1965 55
34052 43RD AVE. NE FAKA UNION CANAL 1965 55
34054 56TH AVE NE CIA DRAIN CANAL 1965 55
35250 HARBOUR DRIVE MOORING BAY 1965 55
30001 I-75 (SR-93) SB GOLDEN GATE CANAL 1966 54
30002 I-75 (SR-93) SB FAKA UNION CANAL 1966 54
30003 I-75 SB (SR-93) Canal 003 1966 54
30011 I-75 SB (SR-93) Canal 011 1966 54
30033 CR 846 DRAINAGE CANAL 1966 54
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Bridge Number Route Crossing Year Built Age (years)
30038 CR-846 DRAINAGE CANAL 1966 54
30063 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 063 1966 54
30064 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 064 1966 54
30150 CR-858 FAKA UNION CANAL 1966 54
30251 I-75 SB (SR-93) EAST HINSON SLOUGH 1966 54
34036 CYPRESS WAY COCOHATCHEE CANAL 1966 54
30012 I-75 SB (SR-93) Canal 012 1967 53
30027 I-75 SB (SR-93) Canal 027 1967 53
30028 I-75 SB (SR-93) Canal 028 1967 53
30029 I-75 SB (SR-93) Canal 029 1967 53
30030 I-75 SB (SR-93) Canal 030 1967 53
34006 STEWART BLVD. PICAYUNE STRAND 1967 53
34008 STEWART BLVD. DRAINAGE CANAL 1967 53
34103 CORONADO PKWY WB CORONADO CANAL 1967 53
34105 SUNSHINE BLVD. GREEN CANAL 1967 53
34106 20TH PLACE SW HUNTER CANAL 1967 53
34113 WINTERBERRY DRIVE SMOKEHOUSE CREEK 1967 53
34122 TED CURCIE ROAD DRAINAGE CANAL 1967 53
30021 I-75 SB (SR-93) REST AREA CANAL 1968 52
30022 CR 850 PRIVATE CANAL 1968 52
30119 IMMOKALEE RD COCOHATCHEE RIVER 1968 52
34108 18TH AVENUE SW GREEN CANAL 1968 52
34123 CR-890 RELIEF CANAL 1968 52
30145 US-41 NB FAKA UNION CANAL 1969 51
30146 US-41 SB FAHKA UNION CANAL 1969 51
30148 SR-951 NB(COLLIER) BIG MARCO PASS 1969 51
30149 BLUEBILL AVE CR846 NAPLES PARK CANAL 1969 51
30017 US 41 SB (SR 45) COCOHATCHEE RIVER 1970 50
30037 US-41 (SR-90) DRAINAGE CANAL 037 1970 50
30123 GLDN GT PKWY CR886 SANTA BARBARA CNL 1971 49
30147 BIRDON RD - CR-841 HALFWAY CREEK 1971 49
30920 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 920 1971 49
34102 CORONADO PKWY EB CORONADO CANAL 1972 48
34116 GOLDENROD AVE. SMOKEHOUSE BAY 1972 48
34117 KENDALL DR CLAM BAY 1972 48
34118 HERNANDO DRIVE CLAM BAY 1972 48
34119 BLACKMORE COURT CLAM BAY 1972 48
34120 KENDALL DR COLLIER BAY 1972 48
30174 CR951/COLLIER BLVD BIG CYPRESS BASIN CANAL 1973 47
34112 CAXAMBAS COURT ROBERTS BAY 1973 47
30181 US-41 (SR-45) DUNRUSS CREEK 1974 46
30125 MOORINGLINE DRIVE DOCTOR PASS INLET 1975 45
30184 CR-92 SAN MARCO RD MARCO CHANNEL 1975 45
30183 US 41NB TAMIAMI TR HALDEMAN RIVER 1976 44
30193 US-41SB TAMIAMI TR TAYLOR GLEAM CANAL 1976 44
30194 US 41 (SR 90) GATOR HOLE 1976 44
30185 AIRPORT PULLING RD BIG CYPRESS BASIN CANAL 1978 42
34011 TROPICANA BLVD. NB TROPICANA CANAL 1978 42
34017 TROPICANA BLVD. SB TROPICANA CANAL 1978 42
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Bridge Number Route Crossing Year Built Age (years)
30186 AIRPORT RD.(CR-31) ROCK CREEK 1979 41
30207 N COLLIER BLVD CLAM BAY 1979 41
30189 I-75 SB (SR93) ROCK CANAL 1980 40
30190 I-75 NB (SR93) ROCK CANAL 1980 40
34107 SUNSET ROAD SUNSHINE CANAL 1980 40
30200 I-75 SB (SR 93) CR 896/PINE RIDGE RD 1983 37
30201 I-75 NB (SR 93) CR 896/PINE RIDGE RD 1983 37
30202 I-75 SB (SR 93) CR862(VANDERBILT BCH RD) 1983 37
30203 I-75 NB (SR 93) CR862(VANDERBILT BCH RD) 1983 37
34132 SANTA BARBARA BLVD GOLDEN GATE CANAL 1983 37
34133 CR-896(PINE RIDGE) GORDON CANAL 1983 37
34135 TOWER RD EAGLE CREEK 1983 37
30195 I-75 NB (SR-93) SR-951 1984 36
30196 I-75 SB (SR-93) SR-951 1984 36
30197 I-75 SB (SR-93) GOLDEN GATE CANAL 1984 36
30198 I-75 NB (SR-93) GOLDEN GATE CANAL 1984 36
30199 CR886(GLDN GT PKY) I-75 AND CANAL C-1 1984 36
30205 SANTA BARBARA BLVD I-75 (SR 93) 1984 36
30210 W PLANTATION PKWY EVERGLADES DRAIN CANAL 1985 35
34124 CR-31(BAYSHORE DR) HALDERMAN CREEK 1985 35
30211 SR-29 Canal 211 1986 34
30212 SR-29 Canal 212 1986 34
30213 SR-29 Canal 213 1986 34
34126 SANDHILL ST. TIDAL CANAL 1986 34
34127 SOUTH SEAS COURT TIDAL CANAL 1986 34
30290 SR-84 (Davis Blvd) Canal 1988 32
34823 OAKES BLVD DRAINAGE CANAL 1988 32
30221 I-75/SR-93 SB PENNINGTON CAMP WC X 4 1989 31
30222 I-75/SR-93 NB PENNINGTON CAMP WC X 4 1989 31
30223 I-75/SR-93 NB KOJAK CREEK 1989 31
30224 I-75/SR-93 SB WILDLIFE CROSSING NO-6 1989 31
30225 I-75 NB WILDLIFE CROSSING NO-6 1989 31
30226 I-75 SB (SR-93) WILDLIFE CROSSING NO-7 1989 31
30227 I-75 NB (SR-93) WILDLIFE CROSSING NO-7 1989 31
30228 I-75 SB (SR-93) WILDLIFE CROSSING NO-8 1989 31
30229 I-75 NB (SR-93) WILDLIFE CROSSING NO-8 1989 31
30230 I-75 NB (SR-93) NUNYA CREEK 1989 31
30231 I-75 SB (SR-93) SLOANS CROSSING WC-10 1989 31
30232 I-75 NB (SR-93) SLOANS CROSSING WC-10 1989 31
30233 I-75 NB (SR-93) FIREBIRD CANAL 1989 31
30234 I-75 SB (SR-93) SHANNAS CROSSING WC 12 1989 31
30235 I-75 NB (SR-93) SHANNAS CROSSING WC 12 1989 31
30102 US-41 (SR-90) Canal 102 1940 80
Source: Florida Department of Transportation, updated January 2020
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Figure 2.40 – Key Transportation Routes in the Planning Area
Source: Collier County
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Extent
The significance of any transportation infrastructure failure will vary depending on the location and nature
of the infrastructure itself. The loss of a local road may have only minor impacts limited to the immediate
area. However, the loss of a major highway or key bridge could cause significant disruption across t he
Region. Depending on time of day and the onset of the failure, significant casualties are also possible: the
1967 Silver Bridge collapse between Point Pleasant, West Virginia and Gallipolis, Ohio and the 1980
Sunshine Skyway Bridge collapse outside St. Petersburg, Florida killed 46 and 35 people respectively. If a
bridge or key route were closed or failed during a hurricane evacuation, it could put thousands of residents
and visitors at risk.
Impact: 3 – Critical
Spatial Extent: 2 – Small
Historical Occurrences
A 2014 analysis of bridge failure rates by Dr. Wesley Cook of Utah State University found that an average
of 128 bridges collapse every year in the U.S.; 53% of bridges that collapsed had been rated as structurally
deficient prior to their collapse. Only 4% of bridge collapses resulted in loss of life.
Probability of Future Occurrence
The likelihood of a major transportation infrastructure failure occurring in Collier County is difficult to
quantify. The continuing age and deterioration of America’s transportation infrastructure, coupled with
increasing traffic and declining public investment in maintaining our infrastructure, indicate that road and
bridge failures are likely to be more common in future decades than they have in the past. The American
Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has estimated that $2.2 trillion would be needed to bring the nation’s
infrastructure up to a condition that meets the needs of the current population (note that this total
includes non-transportation infrastructure). The potential for accidents and failures from infrastructure
operating beyond its intended lifespan or with insufficient maintenance thus continues to increase.
According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Florida ranks 50th among the 50 states in having
the most roads in poor condition (1.3 percent) and 44th in terms of number of bridges rated as structurally
deficient (2.6 percent), making Florida rank 49th overall for worst roads (or 2nd out of 50 for best road
infrastructure).
Probability: 2 – Possible
Climate Change
Climate change could cause more major infrastructure incidents in some cases. As sea level rises, bridges
may be more vulnerable to flooding or scour, roads could be flooded as well, and other types of
transportation could be hindered.
V ulnerability Assessment
The impacts of transportation failures vary widely by the type of system, as well as the time of day and
season of the failure.
Methodologies and Assumptions
Vulnerability to transportation infrastructure failures was assessed based on past occurrences nationally
and internationally as well as publicly available information on infrastructure vulnerability.
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People
People can be injured or killed during transportation infrastructure failures. As noted above, the U.S.
averages five fatality-causing bridge collapses per year, although data on the number of fatalities involved
was not available. Numbers of non-fatal injuries was also not available.
Aside from direct injuries and fatalities, transportation failures can result in significant losses of time and
money as individuals and commercial shipments are detoured or blocked. Disruption of transportation
systems can limit the ability of emergency services and utility work crews to reach affected areas and can
put some members of the public at severe risk if they are unable to reach needed medical services, such
as dialysis patients.
In extreme cases, a transportation failure could leave residents stranded without power, food, or other
emergency supplies. Residents at a public meeting in Buxton expressed concern that a road or bridge
washout following a major storm will leave them stranded for an extended period without emergency
supplies or an alternative route off the island.
Property
The primary property damage from transportation infrastructure failures is to the infrastructure itself, as
well as to privately-owned automobiles.
Environment
Transportation infrastructure failures can result in oil spills or other hazardous materials releases that can
severely impact the environment in the surrounding area.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.70 summarizes the potential consequences of a transportation infrastructure failure.
Table 2.70 – Consequence Analysis – Transportation Infrastructure Failure
Category Consequences
Public Potential injuries and fatalities.
Responders Potential injuries and fatalities, as well as potentially significant delays to
response times.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Loss of key roads or bridges can affect delivery of services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
In addition to the loss of transportation infrastructure itself, sustained road
closure can impact supply chain deliveries to other critical facilities.
Environment Potential for oil spills or other hazardous materials releases.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Delays in movement of commuters, as well as good and services
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Can cause loss of confidence in government’s ability to maintain other critical
infrastructure
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes major transportation incident risk by jurisdiction. Risk is not expected to
change substantially between jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 2 3 1 4 4 2.5 H
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Immokalee
Reservation 2 3 1 4 4 2.5 H
Marco Island 2 3 1 4 4 2.5 H
Naples 2 3 1 4 4 2.5 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 2 3 1 4 4 2.5 H
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2.5.14 Pandemic Outbreak
Hazard Description
Public health emergencies can take many forms—disease epidemics, large-scale incidents of food or water
contamination, or extended periods without adequate water and sewer services. There can also be
harmful exposure to chemical, radiological, or biological agents, and largescale infestations of disease-
carrying insects or rodents. The first part of this section focuses on emerging public health concerns and
potential pandemics, while the second part addresses natural and human-caused air and water pollution.
Public health emergencies can occur as primary events by themselves, or they may be secondary to
another disaster or emergency, such as tornado, flood, or hazardous material incident. For more
information on those particular incidents, see Sections 2.5.2 (Tornado), 2.5.1 (Flood), and 2.5.15
(Hazardous Materials). The common characteristic of most public health emergencies is that they
adversely impact, or have the potential to adversely impact, many people. Public health emergencies can
be worldwide or localized in scope and magnitude.
The Florida Department of Health in Collier County has partnered with Collier Emergency Management
and the local Red Cross chapter to plan and prepare for public health emergencies. The Department of
Health provides resources and guidance in support of business, community, faith-based organization,
health care provider, and individual preparedness.
The primary communicable, or infectious, disease addressed within this plan is influenza:
Influenza - Whether natural or manmade, health officials say the threat of a dangerous new strain of
influenza (flu) virus in pandemic proportions is a very real possibility in the years ahead. Unlike most
illnesses, the flu is especially dangerous because it is spread through the air. A classic definition of
influenza is a respiratory infection with fever. Each year, flu infects humans and spreads around the globe.
There are three types of influenza virus: Types A, B, and C. Type A is the most common, most severe, and
the primary cause of flu epidemics. Type B cases occur sporadically and sometimes as regional or
widespread epidemics. Type C cases are quite rare and hence sporadic, but localized outbreaks have
occurred. Seasonal influenza usually is treatable, and the mortality rate remains low. Each year, scientists
estimate which strain of flu is likely to spread, and they create a vaccine to combat it. A flu pandemic
occurs when the virus suddenly changes or mutates and undergoes an ―antigenic shift, permitting it to
attach to a person’s respiratory system and leave the bo dy’s immune system defenseless against the
invader.
Additional diseases of public health concern include tuberculosis, Smallpox, St. Louis Encephalitis,
Meningitis, Lyme disease, West Nile, SARS, Zika, and Ebola. These communicable diseases are introduced
within this plan, but full vulnerability analyses are not included at this time.
Tuberculosis - Tuberculosis, or TB, is the leading cause of infectious disease worldwide. It is caused by a
bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis that most often affe cts the lungs. TB is an airborne disease
spread by coughing or sneezing from one person to another. The World Health Organization (WHO)
estimates that one-third of the world's population, approximately two billion people, has latent TB, which
means people have been infected by TB bacteria but are not yet ill with the disease and cannot transmit
the disease. In 2015, 10.4 million people fell ill with TB and 1.8 million died from the disease (including
0.4 million among people with HIV). Over 95% of TB deaths occur in low- and middle- income countries.
Smallpox - Smallpox is a contagious, sometimes fatal, infectious disease. There is no specific treatment
for smallpox disease, and the only prevention is vaccination. Smallpox is caused by the variola virus that
emerged in human populations thousands of years ago. It is generally spread by face- to-face contact or
by direct contact with infected bodily fluids or contaminated objects (such as bedding or clothing). A
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person with smallpox is sometimes contagious with onset of fever, but the person becomes most
contagious with the onset of rash. The rash typically develops into sores that spread over all parts of the
body. The infected person remains contagious until the last smallpox scab is gone. Smallpox outbre aks
have occurred periodically for thousands of years, but the disease is now largely eradicated after a
worldwide vaccination program was implemented. After the disease was eliminated, routine vaccination
among the general public was stopped. The last case of smallpox in the United States was in 1949.
St. Louis Encephalitis - In the United States, the leading type of epidemic flaviviral Encephalitis is St. Louis
encephalitis (SLE), which is transmitted by mosquitoes that become infected by feeding on birds infected
with the virus. SLE is the most common mosquito-transmitted pathogen in the United States. There is no
evidence to suggest that the virus can be spread from person to person.
Meningitis - Meningitis is an infection of fluid that surrounds a person’s spinal cord and brain. High fever,
headache, and stiff neck are common symptoms of meningitis, which can develop between several hours
to one to two days after exposure. Meningitis can be caused by either a viral or bacterial infection;
however, a correct diagnosis is critically important, because treatments for the two varieties differ.
Meningitis is transmitted through direct contact with respiratory secretions from an infected carrier.
Primary risk groups include infants and young children, household contact with patients, and refugees. In
the United States, periodic outbreaks continue to occur, particularly among adolescents and young adults.
About 2,600 people in the United States get the disease each year. Generally, 10 to 14 percent of cases
are fatal, and 11 to 19 percent of those who recover suffer from permanent hearing loss, mental
retardation, loss of limbs, or other serious effects. Two vaccines are available in the United States.
Lyme Disease - Lyme disease was named after the town of Lyme, Connecticut, where an unusually large
frequency of arthritis-like symptoms was observed in children in 1977. It was later found that the problem
was caused by bacteria transmitted to humans by infected deer ticks, causing an average of more than
16,000 reported infections in the United States each year (however, the disease is greatly under-
reported). Lyme disease bacteria are not transmitted from person to person. Following a tick bite, 80
percent of patients develop a red ―bulls-eye‖ rash accompanied by tiredness, fever, headache, stiff neck,
muscle aches, and joint pain. If untreated, some patients may develop arthritis, neurological
abnormalities, and cardiac problems, weeks to months later. Environmental issues addressed in this
profile focus on air and water pollution, because contamination of those media can have widespread
impacts on public health and devastating consequences. Issues of primary concern associated with
sources of air and water pollution change over time depending on recent industrial activity, economic
development, enforcement of environmental regulations, new scientific information on adverse health
effects of particular contaminants or concentrations, and other factors. Lyme disease is rarely fatal.
During early stages of the disease, oral antibiotic treatment is generally effective, while intravenous
treatment may be required in more severe cases.
West Nile Virus - West Nile virus is a flavivirus spread by infected mosquitoes and is commonly found in
Africa, West Asia, and the Middle East. It was first documented in the United States in 1999. Although it
is not known where the U.S. virus originated, it most closely resembles strains found in the Middle East.
It is closely related to St. Louis encephalitis and can infect humans, birds, mosquitoes, horses, and other
mammals.
Most people who become infected with West Nile virus will have either no symptoms or only mild effects.
However, on rare occasions, the infection can result in severe and sometimes fatal illness. There is no
evidence to suggest that the virus can be spread from person to person.
An abundance of dead birds in an area may indicate that West Nile virus is circulating between the birds
and mosquitoes in that area. Although birds are particularly susceptible to the virus, most infected birds
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survive. The continued expansion of West Nile virus in the United States indicates that it is permanently
established in the Western Hemisphere.
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome - Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a respiratory illness
that has recently been reported in Asia, North America, and Europe. Although the cause of SARS is
currently unknown, scientists have detected in SARS patients a previously unrecognized coronavirus that
appears to be a likely source of the illness. In general, humans infected with SARS exhibit fevers greater
than 100.4 F, headaches, an overall feeling of discomfort, and body aches. Some people also experience
mild respiratory symptoms. After two to seven days, SARS patients may develop a dry cough and have
trouble breathing. The primary way that SARS appears to spread is by close person -to-person contact;
particularly by an infected person coughing or sneezing contaminated droplets onto another person, with
a transfer of those droplets to the victim’s eyes, nose, or mouth.
Zika Virus - Discovered in the Zika forest of Uganda in 1947, the Zika virus is a member of the flavivirus
family. It is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito (Ae. aegypti
and Ae. albopictus). Zika virus can also be transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to her baby
during pregnancy and can result in serious birth defects, including microcephaly. Less commonly, the virus
can be spread through intercourse or blood transfusion. However, most people infected with the Zika
virus do not become sick.
Ebola - previously known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection
with one of the Ebola virus species. It was first discovered in 1976 near the Ebola River in what is now
the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Since then, outbreaks have appeared sporadically in Africa.
Additional environmental concerns addressed in this hazard profile focus on air and water pollution,
because contamination of those media can have widespread impacts on public health and devastating
consequences. Issues of primary concern associated with sources of air and water pollution change over
time depending on recent industrial activity, economic development, enforcement of environmental
regulations, new scientific information on adverse health effects of contaminants or concentrations, and
other factors.
Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 4 – More than one week
Location
Infectious disease outbreaks can occur anywhere in the planning area, especially where there are groups
of people in close quarters.
Extent
When on an epidemic scale, diseases can lead to high infection rates in the population causing isolation,
quarantine, and potential mass fatalities. An especially severe influenza pandemic or other major disease
outbreak could lead to high levels of illness, death, social disruption, and economic loss. Impacts could
range from school and business closings to the interruption of basic services such as public transportation,
health care, and the delivery of food and essential medicines.
Table 2.71 describes the World Health Organization’s six main phases to a pandemic flu as part of their
planning guidance.
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Table 2.71 – World Health Organization's Pandemic Flu Phases
Phase Description
1 No animal influenza virus circulating among animals have been reported to cause infection in
humans.
2 An animal influenza virus circulating in domesticated or wild animals is known to have caused
infection in humans and is therefore considered a specific potential pandemic threat.
3
An animal or human-animal influenza reassortant virus has caused sporadic cases or small clusters
of disease in people but has not resulted in human-to-human transmission sufficient enough to
sustain community-level breakouts.
4 Human-to-human transmission of an animal or human-animal influenza reassortant virus able to
sustain community-level breakouts has been verified.
5 The same identified virus has caused sustained community-level outbreaks in two or more
countries in one WHO region.
6 In addition to the criteria defined in Phase 5, the same virus has caused sustained community-level
outbreaks in at least one other country in another WHO region.
Post-Peak
Period
Levels of pandemic influenza in most countries with adequate surveillance have dropped below
peak levels.
Post-
Pandemic
Period
Levels of influenza activity have returned to levels seen for seasonal influenza in most countries
with adequate surveillance.
Source: World Health Organization
Impact: 3 – Critical
Spatial Extent: 3 – Moderate
Historical Occurrences
Public Health Emergencies – Influenza Pandemics
Since the early 1900s, four lethal pandemics have swept the globe: Spanish Flu of 1918 -1919; Asian Flu
of 1957-1958; Hong Kong Flu of 1968-1969; and Swine Flu of 2009-2010. The Spanish Flu was the most
severe pandemic in recent history. The number of deaths was estimated to be 50-100 million worldwide
and 675,000 in the United States. Its primary victims were mostly young, healthy adults. The 1957 Asian
Flu pandemic killed about 70,000 people in the United States, mostly the elderly and chronically ill. The
1968 Hong Kong Flu pandemic killed 34,000 Americans. The 2009 Swine Flu caused 12,469 deaths in the
United States. These historic pandemics are further defined in the following paragraphs along with several
“pandemic scares”.
Spanish Flu (H1N1 virus) of 1918-1919
In 1918, when World War I was in its fourth year, another threat began that rivaled the war itself as the
greatest killer in human history. The Spanish Flu swept the world in three waves during a two-year period,
beginning in March 1918 with a relatively mild assault.
The first reported case occurred at Camp Funston (Fort Riley), Kansas, where 60,000 soldiers trained to
be deployed overseas. Within four months, the virus traversed the globe, as American soldiers brought
the virus to Europe. The first wave sickened thousands of people and caused many deaths (46 died at
Camp Funston), but it was considered mild compared to what was to come. The second and deadliest
wave struck in the autumn of 1918 and killed millions. At Camp Funston alone, there were 14,000 cases
and 861 deaths reported during the first three weeks of October 1918.
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Outbreaks caused by a new variant exploded almost simultaneously in many locations including France,
Sierra Leone, Boston, and New York City, where more than 20,000 people died that fall. The flu gained its
name from Spain, which was one of the hardest hit countries. From there, the flu went through the Middle
East and around the world, eventually returning to the United States along with the troops.
Of the 57,000 Americans who died in World War I, 43,000 died as a result of the Spanish Flu. At one point,
more than 10 percent of the American workforce was bedridden. By a conservative estimate, a fifth of
humans suffered the fever and aches of influenza between 1918 and 1919 and 20 million people died. At
the height of the flu outbreak during the winter of 1918 -1919, at least 20% of North Carolinians were
infected by the disease. Ultimately, 10,000 citizens of the state succumbed to this disease.
Asian Flu (H2N2 virus) of 1957-1958
This influenza pandemic was first identified in February 1957 in the Far East. Unlike the Spanish Flu, the
1957 virus was quickly identified, and vaccine production began in May 1957. A number of small outbreaks
occurred in the United States during the summer of 1957, with infection rates highest among school
children, young adults, and pregnant women; however, the elderly had the highest rates of death. A
second wave of infections occurred early the following year, which is typical of many pandemics.
Hong Kong Flu (H3N2 virus) of 1968-1969
This influenza pandemic was first detected in early 1968 in Hong Kong. The first cases in the United States
were detected in September 1968, although widespread illness did not occur until December. This became
the mildest pandemic of the twentieth century, with those over the age of 65 the most likely to die. People
infected earlier by the Asian Flu virus may have developed some immunity against the Hong Kong Flu
virus. Also, this pandemic peaked during school holidays in December, limiting student-related infections.
Pandemic Flu Threats: Swine Flu of 1976, Russian Flu of 1977, and Avian Flu of 1997 and 1999
Three notable flu scares occurred in the twentieth century. In 1976, a swine-type influenza virus appeared
in a U.S. military barracks (Fort Dix, New Jersey). Scientists determined it was an antigenically drifted
variant of the feared 1918 virus. Fortunately, a pandemic never materialized, although the news media
made a significant argument about the need for a Swine Flu vaccine.
In May 1977, influenza viruses in northern China spread rapidly and caused epidemic disease in children
and young adults. By January 1978, the virus, subsequently known as the Russian Flu, had spread around
the world, including the United States. A vaccine was developed for the virus for the 1978–1979 flu
season. Because illness occurred primarily in children, this was not considered a true pandemic.
In March 1997, scores of chickens in Hong Kong’s rural New Territories began to die—6,800 on three farms
alone. The Avian Flu virus was especially virulent and made an unusual jump from chickens to humans. At
least 18 people were infected, and six died in the outbreak. Chinese authorities acted quickly to
exterminate over one million chickens and successfully prevented further spread of the disease. In 1999,
a new avian flu virus appeared. The new virus caused illness in two children in Hong Kong. Neither of
these avian flu viruses started pandemics.
Swine Flu (H1N1 virus) of 2009–2010
This influenza pandemic emerged from Mexico in 2009. The first U.S. case of H1N1, or Swine Flu, was
diagnosed on April 15, 2009. The U.S. government declared H1N1 a public health emergency on April 26.
By June, approximately 18,000 cases of H1N1 had been reported in the United States. A total of 74
countries were affected by the pandemic.
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The CDC estimates that 43 million to 89 million people were infected with H1N1 between April 2009 and
April 2010. There were an estimated 8,870 to 18,300 H1N1 related deaths. On August 10, 2010, the World
Health Organization (WHO) declared an end to the global H1N1 flu pandemic.
Public Health Emergencies – Other Pandemics
St. Louis Encephalitis, 1964-2005
Between 1964 and 2005, there were 4,651 confirmed cases of SLE in the United States. In 1990 alone,
there were 223 cases in Florida. It should be noted, however, that less than 1 percent of SLE infections
are clinically apparent, so most infections remain undiagnosed. Illnesses range from mild headaches and
fever to convulsions, coma, and paralysis. The last major outbreak of SLE occurred in the Midwest from
1974 to 1977, when over 2,500 cases were reported in 35 states. The most recent outbreak of St. Louis
encephalitis was in 1999 in New Orleans, Louisiana, with 20 reported cases. The disease is generally milder
in children than in adults, with the elderly at highest risk for severe illness and death. Approximately 3 to
30 percent of cases are fatal; no vaccine against SLE exists. In 2014, two U.S. cases were reported and
were the first human cases since 2002.
Meningitis, 1996-1997, 2005
During 1996 and 1997, 213,658 cases of meningitis were reported, along with 21,830 deaths, in Africa.
Between 2005 and 2014, Florida reported 354 cases of meningitis.
Lyme Disease, 2015
In the United States, Lyme disease is mostly found in the northeastern, mid-Atlantic, and upper north-
central regions, and in several counties in northwestern California. In 2015, 95-percent of confirmed Lyme
Disease cases were reported from 14 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,
Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and
Wisconsin. Lyme disease is the most commonly reported vector-borne illness in the United States. In
2015, it was the sixth most common nationally notifiable disease. even though it does not occur
nationwide.
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, 2003
During November 2002-July 2003, a total of 8,098 probable SARS cases were reported to the World Health
Organization (WHO) from 29 countries. In the United States, only 8 cases had laboratory evidence of
infection. There were no confirmed cases in Florida. Since July 2003, when SARS transmission was
declared contained, active global surveillance for SARS disease has detected no person-to-person
transmission. CDC has therefore archived the case report summaries for the 2003 outbreak.
Zika Virus, 2015
In May 2015, the Pan American Health Organization issued an alert noting the first confirmed case of a
Zika virus infection in Brazil. Since that time, Brazil and other Central and South America countries and
territories, as well as the Caribbean, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands have experienced ongoin g
Zika virus transmission. In August 2016, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued
guidance for people living in or traveling to a 1-square-mile area in Miami, Florida, identified by the Florida
Department of Health as having mosquito-borne spread of Zika. In October 2016, the transmission area
was expanded to include a 4.5-square-mile area of Miami Beach and a 1-squre mile area of Miami-Dade
County. In addition, all Miami-Dade County was identified as a cautionary area with an unspecified level
of risk. As of the end of 2018, the CDC reported 74 cases of Zika across the United States.
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Ebola, 2014-2016
Most recently, in March 2014, West Africa experienced the largest outbreak of Ebola in history. Wide
spread transmission was found in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea with the number of cases totaling
28,616 and the number of deaths totaling 11,310. In the United States, four cases of Ebola were confirmed
in 2014 including a medical aid worker returning to New York from Guinea, two healthcare workers at
Texas Presbyterian Hospital who provided care for a diagnosed patient, and the diagnosed patient who
traveled to Dallas, Texas from Liberia. All three healthcare workers recovered. The diagnosed patient
passed away in October 2014.
In March 2016, the WHO terminated the public health emergency for the Ebola outbreak in West Africa.
Probability of Future O ccurrence
It is impossible to predict when the next pandemic will occur or its impact. The CDC continually monitors
and assesses pandemic threats and prepares for an influenza pandemic. Novel influenza A viruses with
pandemic potential include Asian lineage avian influenza A (H5N1) and (H7N9) viruses. These viruses have
all been evaluated using the Influenza Risk Assessment Tool (IRAT) to assess their potential pandemic risk.
Because the CDC cannot predict how severe a future pandemic will be, advance planning is needed at the
national, state and local level; this planning is done through public health partnerships at the national,
state and local level.
Today, a much larger percentage of the world’s population is clustered in cities, making them ideal
breeding grounds for epidemics. Additionally, the explosive growth in air travel means the virus could
literally be spread around the globe within hours. Under such conditions, there may be very little warning
time. Most experts believe we will have just one to six months between the time that a dangerous new
influenza strain is identified and the time that outbreaks begin to occur in the United States. Outbreaks
are expected to occur simultaneously throughout much of the nation, preventing shifts in human and
material resources that normally occur with other natural disasters. These and many other aspects make
influenza pandemic unlike any other public health emergency or community disaster.
Probability: 2 – Possible
Climate Change
According to the U.S. Global Change Research Program, the influences of climate change on
public health are significant and varied. The influences range from the clear threats of temperature
extremes and severe storms to less obvious connections related to insects. Climate and weather can also
affect water and food quality in particular areas, with implications for public health.
Hot days can be unhealthy—even dangerous. High air temperatures can cause heat stroke and
dehydration and affect people’s cardiovascular and nervous systems. Florida is heavily influenced by
tropical moisture since the state is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The heat
index can get dangerously high, especially in the summer. In recent decades, severe heat waves have
killed hundreds of people across the Southeast. Heat stress is expected to increase as climate change
brings hotter summer temperatures and more humidity. Certain people are especially vulnerable,
including children, the elderly, the sick, and the poor.
Higher temperatures and wetter conditions tend to increase mosquito and tick activity, leading to an
increased risk of zoonotic diseases. Mosquitos are known to carry diseases such as West Nile virus (WNV),
La Crosse/California encephalitis, Jamestown Canyon virus, St. Louis encephalitis, and Eastern equine
encephalitis. The two major concerns associated with warmer and wetter conditions are that the
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mosquito species already found in Florida and the diseases that they carry will become more prevalent,
and that new species carrying unfamiliar diseases will start to appear for the first time.
Warmer winters with fewer hard freezes in areas that already see WNV-carrying mosquitos are likely to
observe both a higher incidence of WNV and a longer WNV season, ultimately leading to an increase in
human cases. Non-native mosquito species may move into Florida if the climate becomes more suitable
for them, bringing with them diseases such as Jamestown Canyon virus, Chikungunya, and Dengue Fever.
Ticks are also well-known disease vectors in Florida, carrying pathogens such as Lyme disease,
anaplasmosis, Ehrlichiosis, Powassan virus, and Babesiosis. Warmer, wetter weather can lead to an
increase in algal blooms and declining beach health. An increase in flood events may also be associated
with an increased incidence of mold problems in homes and businesses, as well as contamination of wells
and surface waters due to sewer overflows and private septic system failures.
If these predictions come true, communities must contend with the human health impacts related to the
increased prevalence of infectious diseases, heat waves, and changes in air and water quality. Public
health officials will need to focus on spreading information and enacting pest and disease reduction. Flood
prone communities will need to focus on continuously improving flood controls and mitigation strategies,
including restricting building and chemical storage in floodplains, upgrading well and septic requirements,
and providing water testing kits to residents.
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People
Disease spread and mortality is affected by a variety of factors, including virulence, ease of spread,
aggressiveness of the virus and its symptoms, resistance to known antibiotics and environmental factors.
While every pathogen is different, diseases normally have the highest mortality rate among the very
young, the elderly or those with compromised immune systems. As an example, the unusually deadly
1918 H1N1 influenza pandemic had a mortality rate of 20%. If an influenza pandemic does occur, it is likely
that many age groups would be seriously affected. The greatest risks of hospitalization and death—as
seen during the last two pandemics in 1957 and 1968 as well as during annual outbreaks of influenza —
will be to infants, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions. However, in the 1918
pandemic, most deaths occurred in young adults. Few people, if any, would have immunity to a new virus.
Approximately twenty percent of people exposed to West Nile Virus through a mosquito bite develop
symptoms related to the virus; it is not transmissible from one person to another. Preventive steps can
be taken to reduce exposure to mosquitos carrying the virus; these include insect repellent, covering
exposed skin with clothing and avoiding the outdoors during twilight periods of dawn and dusk, or in the
evening when the mosquitos are most active.
Property
For the most part, property itself would not be impacted by a human disease epidemic or pandemic.
However, as concerns about contamination increase, property may be quarantined or destroyed as a
precaution against spreading illness. Furthermore, staffing shortages could affect the function of critical
facilities.
Environment
A widespread pandemic would not have an impact on the natural environment unless the disease was
transmissible between humans and animals. However, affected areas could result in denial or delays in
the use of some areas, and may require remediation.
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Consequence Analysis
Table 2.72 summarizes the potential consequences of infectious disease.
Table 2.72 – Consequence Analysis – Infectious Disease
Category Consequences
Public Adverse impact expected to be severe for unprotected personnel and moderate to
light for protected personnel.
Responders Adverse impact expected to be severe for unprotected personnel and uncertain for
trained and protected personnel, depending on the nature of the incident.
Continuity of
Operations (including
Continued Delivery of
Services)
Danger to personnel in the area of the incident may require relocation of operations
and lines of succession execution. Disruption of lines of communication and
destruction of facilities may extensively postpone delivery of services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Access to facilities and infrastructure in the area of the incident may be denied until
decontamination completed.
Environment Incident may cause denial or delays in the use of some areas. Remediation needed.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances adversely affected, possibly for an extended period.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery not timely and effective.
Hazard Summar y by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes pandemic outbreak risk by jurisdiction. This risk is not expected to change
substantially between jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 2 3 3 1 4 2.6 H
Immokalee
Reservation 2 3 3 1 4 2.6 H
Marco Island 2 3 3 1 4 2.6 H
Naples 2 3 3 1 4 2.6 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 2 3 3 1 4 2.6 H
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2.5.15 Hazardous Materials
Hazard Description
A hazardous substance is any substance that may cause harm to persons, property, or the environment
when released to soil, water, or air. Chemicals are manufactured and used in increasing types and
quantities. Each year over 1,000 new synthetic chemicals are introduced and as many as 500,000 products
pose physical or health hazards and can be defined as “hazardous chemicals”. Hazardous substances are
categorized as toxic, corrosive, flammable, irritant, or explosive. Hazardous material incidents generally
affect a localized area.
Fixed Hazardous Materials Incident
A fixed hazardous materials incident is the accidental release of chemical substances or mixtures during
production or handling at a fixed facility.
Transportation Hazardous Materials Incident
A transportation hazardous materials incident is the accidental release of chemical substances or mixtures
during transport. Transportation Hazardous Materials Incidents in the Eno-Haw Region can occur during
highway or air transport. Highway accidents involving hazardous materials pose a great potential for
public exposures. Both nearby populations and motorists can be impacted and become exposed by
accidents and releases. If airplanes carrying hazardous cargo crash, or otherwise leak contaminated cargo,
populations and the environment in the impacted area can become exposed.
Pipeline Incident
A pipeline transportation incident occurs when a break in a pipeline creates the potential for an explosion
or leak of a dangerous substance (oil, gas, etc.) possibly requiring evacuation. An underground pipeline
incident can be caused by environmental disruption, accidental damage, or sabotage. Incidents can range
from a small, slow leak to a large rupture where an explosion is possible. Inspection and maintenance of
the pipeline system along with marked gas line locations and an early warning and response procedure
can lessen the risk to those near the pipelines.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than six hours
Duration: 2 – Less than 24 hours
Location
The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Program run by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
maintains a database of industrial facilities across the country and the type and quantity of toxic chemicals
they release. The program also tracks pollution prevention activities and which facilities are reducing toxic
releases. The Toxic Release Inventory reports 13 sites reporting hazardous materials in Collier County.
These sites are shown in Figure 2.41 and detailed in Table 2.73.
Table 2.73 – Toxic Release Inventory Facilities
Facility Name Facility Location
Arthrex Manufacturing, Inc.1 6875 Arthrex Commerce Drive, Ave Maria, FL 34142
Cemex Ave Maria 4811 Ave Maria Boulevard, Ave Maria, FL 34142
Cemex East Trail 15555 East Tamiami Trail, Naples, FL 34114
Cemex Prospect 3728 Prospect Avenue, Naples, FL 34103
Cemex Wiggins Pass 1425 Wiggins Pass Road East, Naples, FL 34110
Cemex Shirley Street 6100 Shirley Street, Naples, FL 34109
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Facility Name Facility Location
Commercial Refrigeration, Inc. 1901 J and C Boulevard, Naples, FL 34109
Florida Rock Industries, Inc. Naples Ready Mix Plant 4406 Progress Avenue, Naples, FL 34104
Interiors Cultured Marble, Inc. 1734 Trade Center Way, Naples, FL 34109
Naples Marble Co. 3963 Progress Avenue, Naples, FL 34104
Parker Hannifin Corporation 3580 Shaw Boulevard, Naples, FL 34117
Progress Rail Services 3581 Mercantile Avenue, Naples, FL 34104
SMI Florida Fabricators Naples 3684 Enterprise Avenue, Naples, FL 34104
Source: U.S. EPA Toxics Release Inventory, 2018
1This facility is listed in the TRI for three types of chemicals.
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
(PHMSA) maintains an inventory of the location of all gas transmission and hazardous liquid pipelines as
well as liquid natural gas plants and hazardous liquid breakout tanks. Collier County has no gas
transmission pipelines or hazardous liquid pipelines as of January 2020 according to the public viewer of
the National Pipeline Mapping System.
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Figure 2.41 – Toxic Release Inventory Sites in Collier County
Source: EPA Toxic Release Inventory
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Extent
The magnitude of a hazardous materials incident can be defined by the material type, the amount
released, and the location of the release. The U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous
Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), which records hazardous material incidents across the country,
defines a “serious incident” as a hazardous materials incident that involves:
a fatality or major injury caused by the release of a hazardous material,
the evacuation of 25 or more persons as a result of the release of a hazardous material or
exposure to fire,
a release or exposure to fire which results in the closure of a major transportation artery,
the alteration of an aircraft flight plan or operation,
the release of radioactive materials from Type B packaging,
the release of over 11.9 galls or 88.2 pounds of a severe marine pollutant, or
the release of a bulk quantity (over 199 gallons or 882 pounds) of a hazardous material.
Impact: 1 – Minor
Spatial Extent: 1 – Negligible
Historical Occurrences
The USDOT’s PHMSA maintains a database of reported hazardous materials incidents, which are
summarized below in Figure 2.42 by location and in Figure 2.43 hazardous material class. According to
PHMSA records, there were 43 recorded releases in Collier County in the 20-year period from 2000
through 2019. None of these events were considered serious incidents; however, 12 events had serious
impacts, including nine serious bulk releases; one event flagged for serious evacuation, two minor injuries,
and five events resulting in the closure of major transportation arteries.
Figure 2.42 – Count of Hazardous Materials Release Incidents by Location, 2000-2019
Source: PHMSA Incident Reports, Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, Incident Reports Database Search, data as of Feb. 13, 2020.
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Figure 2.43 – Count of Hazardous Materials Release Incidents by Hazard Class, 2000-2019
Source: PHMSA Incident Reports, Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, Incident Reports Database Search, data as of Feb. 13, 2020.
The most common materials spilled in the planning area are Class 3 (Flammable and Combustible Liquids)
and Class 8 (Corrosives). Figure 2.44 describes all nine hazard classes.
Figure 2.44 – Hazardous Materials Classes
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation
Probability of Future Occurrence
Based on historical occurrences recorded by PHMSA, there have been 43 hazardous materials releases in
the 20-year period from 2000 through 2019, 12 of which had serious impacts. Using historical occurrences
as an indication of future probability, there is a 60 percent annual probability of a serious hazardous
materials incident occurring.
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Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
Climate change is not expected to impact hazardous materials incidents.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
Hazardous materials incidents can cause injuries, hospitalizations, and even fatalities to people nearby.
People living near hazardous facilities and along transportation routes may be at a higher risk of exposure,
particularly those living or working downstream and downwind from such facilities. For example, a toxic
spill or a release of an airborne chemical near a populated area can lead to significant evacuations and
have a high potential for loss of life. Individuals working with or transporting hazardous materials are also
at heightened risk.
In addition to the immediate health impacts of releases, a handful of studies have found long term health
impacts such as increased incidence of certain cancers and birth defects among people living near certain
chemical facilities. However there has not been enough research done on the subject to allow detailed
analysis.
The primary economic impact of hazardous material incidents results from lost business, delayed
deliveries, property damage, and potential contamination. Large and publicized hazardous material -
related events can deter tourists and could potentially discourage residents and businesses. Economic
effects from major transportation corridor closures can be significant.
Property
The impact of a fixed hazardous facility, such as a chemical processing facility is typically localized to the
property where the incident occurs. The impact of a small spill (i.e. liquid spill) may also be limited to the
extent of the spill and remediated if needed. While cleanup costs from major spills can be significant, they
do not typically cause significant long-term impacts to property.
Impacts of hazardous material incidents on critical facilities are most often limited to the area or facility
where they occurred, such as at a transit station, airport, fire station, hospital, or railroad. However, they
can cause long-term traffic delays and road closures resulting in major delays in the movement of goods
and services. These impacts can spread beyond the planning area to affect neighboring counties, or vice -
versa. While cleanup costs from major spills can be significant, they do not typically cause significant long-
term impacts to critical facilities.
Environment
Hazardous material incidents may affect a small area at a regulated facility or cover a large area outside
such a facility. Widespread effects occur when hazards contaminate the groundwater and eventually the
municipal water supply, or they migrate to a major waterway or aquifer. Impacts on wildlife and natural
resources can also be significant.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.74 summarizes the potential detrimental consequences of hazardous materials incident.
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Table 2.74 – Consequence Analysis – Hazardous Materials Incident
Category Consequences
Public Contact with hazardous materials could cause serious illness or death. Those living
and working closest to hazardous materials sites face the greatest risk of exposure.
Exposure may also occur through contamination of food or water supplies.
Responders Responders face similar risks as the general public but a heightened potential for
exposure to hazardous materials.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
A hazardous materials incident may cause temporary road closures or other localized
impacts but is unlikely to affect continuity of operations.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Some hazardous materials are flammable, explosive, and/or corrosive, which could
result in structural damages to property. Impacts would be highly localized.
Environment Consequences depend on the type of material released. Possible ecological impacts
include loss of wildlife, loss of habitat, and degradation of air and/or water quality.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Clean up, remediation, and/or litigation costs may apply. Long-term economic
damage is unlikely.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
A hazardous materials incident may affect public confidence if the environmental or
health impacts are enduring.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes hazardous materials hazard risk by jurisdiction. With the exception of
probability, based on past occurrences, this risk is not expected to vary substantially between
jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 2 2 1 4 2 2.0 M
Immokalee
Reservation 2 2 1 4 2 2.0 M
Marco Island 2 2 1 4 2 2.0 M
Naples 3 2 1 4 2 2.3 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 2 2 1 4 2 2.0 M
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2.5.16 Coastal Oil Spills
Hazard Description
As defined in the 2018 Florida State Hazard Mitigation Plan, an oil spill is the release of crude oil, or liquid
petroleum, into the environment. Usually associated with marine spills, they are caused by the release of
oil from offshore platforms, drilling rigs, tankers, ships that have sunk, and any vehicle used to transport
crude oil, over the water or land. These spills have major effects including continual damage to the
environment and a financial loss to communities affected.
As of January 2020, there are 22 operating rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, 21 drilling for crude oil and 1 drilling
for natural gas. While there are currently no drilling rigs on the east coast of Florida, the U.S. Chamber of
Commerce predicts that rigs could be seen in the future as exploration estimates roughly 4.72 billion
barrels of recoverable oil and 37.51 trillion cubic feet of recoverable natural gas from Maine to Florida. As
of January 2020, Florida produced about 5 thousand barrels of crude oil a day, or about 1.83 million barrels
a year.
An oil spill could have severe detrimental impacts on the natural environment, primarily impacting
shorelines and beaches. Given Collier County’s dependence on tourism, which relies heavily on beach
access, an oil spill could have a catastrophic impact on the county’s economy. In Collier County, tourism is
the leading employer and the primary economic engine. The tourism industry provides over 38,500 jobs in
Collier County. In 2018, Collier County had over 2 million tourists visit the state, spending an estimated
$1.5 billion, resulting in a total economic impact of over $2.1 billion to Collier County.
Warning Time: 3 – 6 to 12 hours
Duration: 4 – More than 1 week
Location
While there are no drilling rigs off the coast of Collier County, Figure 2.45 shows the location of oil drilling
rigs in the Gulf of Mexico by feet below sea level and year. It also shows the location of the Deepwater
Horizon accident. Figure 2.46 shows the extent of the most devastating oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico to
date, Deepwater Horizon, detailed in the historical occurrences section below.
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Figure 2.45 – Location of Oil Drilling Rigs in the Gulf of Mexico
Source: DeepSeaNews.com
Figure 2.46 – Extent of the Deepwater Oil Spill
Source: Encyclopedia Britannica
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Extent
The extent of coastal oil spills can vary greatly. On average, 1.3 million gallons of petroleum are spilled in
U.S. waters every year. The Deepwater Horizon spill released 210 million gallons. The consequential
extent, or the extent of organisms, mammals, and the environment that are negatively affected can be
huge. However, given the lack of oil rigs off the coast of Collier County, current extent is limited. Oil spills
could still result from tankers while oil is being transported.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 2 – Small
Historical Occurrences
The following information on the Deepwater Horizon spill was reported in the 2018 State Hazard
Mitigation Plan:
In April 2010, an explosion occurred on BP’s Macondo Prospect drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico causing
the largest marine oil spill in history. This was named the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The Florida impacts
of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon incident were mostly limited and contained, but the predictions at the
time of potential impacts were severe. Moody’s Analytics released a report which stated, should a
significant amount of oil wash onto Florida’s shores, the economic impact from tourism-related tax
revenue and job losses could rival that of the ongoing recession and simulate a double dip recession.
Following the lawsuits, Florida received over 200 million dollars in a settlement for lost tourism income.
In addition to economic impacts, an oil spill in Florida or off its shores could have severe consequences
for wildlife, ecosystems, and the ecology. The Deepwater Horizon spill affected the wildlife populations
of numerous species of turtles, birds, bottlenose dolphins, whales, and fish. Gulf states saw a decrease in
bottlenose reproduction and a rise in deaths, the Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle, already endangered, saw a
massive drop in numbers, and scientists estimate the habitats on the bottom of the Gulf could take
anywhere from multiple decades to hundreds of years to fully recover. The spill lasted for five months
though some reports say that it had been leaking for so long, that it could have been a 14 -year long oil
spill. Eleven people were killed and another seventeen were injured from the wellhead blowout that
caused the leak.
As a result of the Deepwater Horizon spill, Florida began funding remediation projects with
settlements from the spill, including with non -operating investors. There are 131 projects which
include stormwater management, habitat restoration, unpaved roads a nd wetland initiatives, water
quality improvements. Three of these projects are just north of Collier in Lee and Charlotte Counties.
The website floridadep.gov/wra/deepwater -horizon details the Deepwater Horizon Program and links
to a story map highlighting all the projects.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Since the U.S. is reliant on fossil fuels such as oil, and accidents happen, it is highly likely that another oil
spill in the Gulf of Mexico will occur again. However, the probability of an oil spill impacting the Collier
County coast is lower.
Probability: 2 – Possible
Climate Change
Climate change is not expected to impact coastal oil spills. Though climate change in addition to a coastal
oil spill could be detrimental for environmental, animal, and human health.
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Vulnerability Assessment
Oil spill damage is directly related to the amount of oil spilled in which locations and the movement of the
currents.
People
Some injuries but no human deaths have been recorded from an oil spill. However, there were a total of
eleven deaths and seventeen injuries from the explosion that caused the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
Property
Oil spills can cause severe property damage to oil rigs, pipeline infrastructure, and beaches and cost lots
of money for clean-up.
Environment
Oil spills can be one of the most harmful hazards for the environment. Many aquatic ecosystems can be
destroyed and take hundreds of years to replenish. There are often huge numbers of dead or sick aquatic
life after oil spills. It is estimated that only 2% of the marine life carcasses from the Deepwater Horizon
spill were found or washed up.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.75 details the consequences of a coastal oil spill.
Table 2.75 – Consequence Analysis – Coastal Oil Spills
Category Consequences
Public Localized impact expected to be severe for affected areas and moderate to light
for other less affected areas.
Responders Adverse impact expected to be severe for unprotected personnel and moderate
to light for trained, equipped, and protected personnel.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Localized disruption of trade or ferry routes and higher demand of petroleum,
therefore creating a price increase) caused by incident may postpone delivery or
use of some services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Localized impact to facilities and infrastructure in the areas of the incident.
Beaches most adversely affected.
Environment Environmental damage to beaches, marine life, aquatic ecosystems, and other life
forms who get sustenance from the water.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances may be adversely affected, depending on damage.
The tourism industry could take a large hit.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery is not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes coastal oil spill hazard risk by jurisdiction. Jurisdictions with shoreline at
risk were assigned a probability of 2 (possible), an impact of 2 (limited), and a spatial extent of 2 (small).
Jurisdictions with little to no shoreline at risk were assigned a probability score of 1 (unlikely), an impact
of 1 (minor), and a spatial extent of 1 (negligible). Warning time and duration are inherent to the hazard
and remain constant across jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 2 2 2 3 4 2.3 M
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Immokalee
Reservation 1 1 1 3 4 1.5 L
Marco Island 2 2 2 3 4 2.3 M
Naples 2 2 2 3 4 2.3 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 2 2 2 3 4 2.3 M
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2.5.17 Nuclear Power Plant
Hazard Background
A radiological incident is an occurrence resulting in the release of radiological material at a fixed facility
(such as power plants, hospitals, laboratories, etc.) or in transit.
Radiological incidents related to transportation are described as an incident resulting in a release of
radioactive material during transportation. Transportation of radioactive materials through Florida over
the interstate highway system is considered a radiological hazard. The transportation of radioactive
material by any means of transport is licensed and regulated by the federal government. As a rule, there
are two categories of radioactive materials that are shipped over the interstate highways:
Low level waste consists primarily of materials that have been contaminated by low level
radioactive substances but pose no serious threat except through long-term exposure. These
materials are shipped in sealed drums within placarded trailers. The danger to the public is no
more than a wide array of other hazardous materials.
High level waste, usually in the form of spent fuel from nuclear power plants, is transported in
specially constructed casks that are built to withstand a direct hit from a locomotive.
Radiological emergencies at nuclear power plants are divided into classifications. Table 2.76 shows these
classifications, as well as descriptions of each.
Table 2.76 – Radiological Emergency Classifications
Emergency Classification Description
Notification of Unusual
Event (NOUE)
Events are in progress or have occurred which indicate a potential degradation of
the level of safety of the plant or indicate a security threat to facility protection has
been initiated. No releases of radioactive material requiring offsite response or
monitoring are expected unless further degradation of safety systems occurs.
Alert Events are in progress or have occurred which involve an actual or potential
substantial degradation of the level of safety of the plant or a security event that
involves probable life-threatening risk to site personnel or damage to site equipment
because of hostile action. Any releases are expected to be limited to small fractions
of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Protective Action Guides (PAGs)
Site Area Emergency
(SAE)
Events are in progress or have occurred which involve actual or likely major failures
of plant functions needed for protection of the public or hostile action that results in
intentional damage or malicious acts; 1) toward site personnel or equipment that
could lead to the likely failure of or; 2) that prevent effective access to, equipment
needed for the protection of the public. Any releases are not expected to result in
exposure levels which exceed EPA PAG exposure levels beyond the site boundary.
General Emergency Events are in progress or have occurred which involve actual or imminent substantial
core degradation or melting with potential for loss of containment integrity or
hostile action that results in an actual loss of physical control of the facility. Releases
can be reasonably expected to exceed EPA PAG exposure levels offsite for more than
the immediate site area.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than 6 hours
Duration: 4 – More than one week
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Location
Turkey Point Nuclear Generating Station, located in the south of Miami-Dade County and southeast of the
planning area, is a twin reactor nuclear power station. It has three currently operating units including two
802-megawatt units (units 3 and 4) and one 1,150-megawatt unit (unit 5). There are two retired 404-
megawatt units (units 1 and 2) still on-site. Commercial operation began in 1967 and the most recent unit
was completed in 2007. Units 3 and 4 are pressurized water reactors and unit 5 is a combined-cycle gas-
fired unit. As the sixth largest power plant in the United States and third largest in Florida, it serves all of
southern Florida. The plant is operated with a very high level of security. This is the location from which
the most catastrophic nuclear accident might occur and will be the focal point of the nuclear analysis in
this plan.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission defines two emergency planning zones around nuclear plants:
Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) – The EPZ is a 10-mile radius around nuclear facilities. It is also
known as the Plume Exposure Pathway. Areas located within this zone are at highest risk of
exposure to radioactive materials. Within this zone, the primary concern is exposure to and
inhalation of radioactive contamination. Predetermined action plans within the EPZ are
designed to avoid or reduce dose from such exposure. Residents within this zone would be
expected to evacuate in the event of an emergency. Other actions such as sheltering,
evacuation, and the use of potassium-iodide must be taken to avoid or reduce exposure in the
event of a nuclear incident.
Ingestion Pathway Zone (IPZ) – The IPZ is delineated by a 50-mile radius around nuclear
facilities as defined by the federal government. Also known as the Ingestion Exposure Pathway,
the IPZ has been designated to mitigate contamination in the human food change resulting from
a radiological accident at a nuclear power facility. Contamination to fresh produce, water
supplies, and other food produce may occur when radionuclides are deposited on surfaces.
Figure 2.47 shows the location of Turkey Point Nuclear Generating Station and the approximate 10-mile
Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) buffer and 50-mile Ingestion Pathway Zone (IPZ) around the plant. While
none of the counties or communities in the planning area fall into the 10 -mile EPZ, the southeast corner
of Collier County is included in the 50-mile IPZ.
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Figure 2.47 – Turkey Point Nuclear Generating Station Location in Relation to Planning Area
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration
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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission defines two emergency planning zones around nuclear plants. Areas
located within 10 miles of the station are within the zone of highest risk to a nuclear incident and this
radius is the designated evacuation radius recommended by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Within
the 10-mile zone, the primary concern is exposure to and inhalation of radioactive contamination. The
most concerning effects in the secondary 50-mile zone are related to ingestion of food and liquids that
may have been contaminated. All areas of the county that are located within this 50-mile radius that are
still considered to be at risk from a nuclear incident.
Extent
The International Atomic Energy Association (IAEA) developed the International Nuclear and Radiological
Event Scale to quantify the magnitude of radiological events. This scale is logarithmic, meaning each
increasing level represents a 10-fold increase in severity compared to the previous level.
Source: International Atomic Energy Association
Impact: 4 – Catastrophic
Spatial Extent: 2 – Small
Historical Occurrences
May 8, 1974 – During a routine test, it was discovered that two of the three Emergency Feedwater pumps
which served unit 3 failed due to overtightened packing. The third pump also failed but was caused by a
malfunction in the turbine. These failures, had they not been found and corrected, could have led to a
nuclear disaster if other failures had occurred simultaneously.
August 24, 1992 – Category 5 Hurricane Andrew hit Turkey Point causing damage to many systems. The
fire protection systems were partly disabled, two raw water tanks were destroyed, a third was drained,
and the smokestack on unit 1 cracked. Offsite power was lost so onsite generators had to be operated
for numerous days.
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February 26, 2008 – The loss of offsite power prompted both reactors to shut down which lead to a
widespread power outage affecting 700,000 customers and a total of 2.5 million people. The originating
event was an overheated voltage switch that caught fire in a substation 23 miles away from Turkey Point.
Power was restored within 5 hours of the blackout. Large commercial locations such as Walt Disney
World, Orlando International Airport, and Miami International Airport were affected.
March 18, 2017 – An electrical fault happened in unit 3 causing the loss of a safety system and a reactor
trip. This fault caused an arc flash which minorly burned one plant worker. All other safety systems were
operational so there was no threat to the community or environment.
Probability of Fut ure Occurrence
Radiological hazards are highly unpredictable. Nuclear reactors present the possibility of catastrophic
damages, yet the industry is highly regulated and historical precedence suggests an incident is unlikely.
Probability: 1 – Unlikely
Clim ate Change
Climate change is not projected to have any impact on a potential nuclear power plant incident.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
People within the 50-mile EPZ are at risk of exposure through ingestion of contaminated food and water.
Low levels of radiation are not considered harmful, but a high exposure to radiation can cause serious
illness or death.
Property
A radiological incident could cause severe damage to the power station itself but would not cause direct
property damage outside the station, especially with the distance between the reactor and the planning
area. However, property values could drop substantially if a radiological incident resulted in
contamination of nearby areas.
Environment
A radiological incident could result in the spread of radioactive material into the environment, which could
contaminate water and food sources and harm animal and plant life. These impacts are lessened the
further an area is to the plant site.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.77 summarizes the potential detrimental consequences of radiological incident.
Table 2.77 – Consequence Analysis – Radiological Incident
Category Consequences
Public High levels of radiation could cause serious illness or death. Those living and
working closest to the nuclear plant would face the greatest risk of exposure.
Responders Responders face potential for heightened exposure to radiation, which could
cause severe chronic illness and death.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
An incident at the nuclear plant could interrupt power generation and cause
power shortages. Regular operations would likely be affected by the response
effort an event would require.
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Category Consequences
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
The plant itself could be damaged by a radiological incident. Nearby property and
facilities could be affected by contamination.
Environment Water supplies, food crops, and livestock within 50 miles of the nuclear plant
could be contaminated by radioactive material in the event of a major incident.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
The local economy could be affected if a radiological incident caused
contamination of nearby areas. Property values and economic activity could
decline as a result.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
A radiological incident would likely cause severe loss of public confidence given
that the hazard is human-caused and highly regulated. Public confidence can
also be affected by false alarms.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes nuclear power plant risk by jurisdiction. Jurisdictions overlapping the
Ingestion Pathway Zone of the closest nuclear power plant were given an impact of 4 (catastrophic) and
a spatial extent of 2 (small). Jurisdictions further away from the IPZ were given an impact of 3 (critical)
and a spatial extent of 1 (negligible). Probability, warning time, and duration are uniform across
jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 1 3 1 4 4 2.2 M
Immokalee
Reservation 1 3 1 4 4 2.2 M
Marco Island 1 3 1 4 4 2.2 M
Naples 1 3 1 4 4 2.2 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 1 4 2 4 4 2.7 H
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2.5.18 Terrorism
Hazard Description
There is no universal globally agreed-upon definition of terrorism. In a broad sense, terrorism is the use
of violence and threats to intimidate or coerce, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims.
Terrorism is defined in the United States by the Code of Federal Regulations as “the unlawful use of force
or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, civilian population, or any
segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives.”
For this analysis, this hazard encompasses the following sub -hazards: enemy attack, biological terrorism,
chemical terrorism, conventional terrorism, and radiological terrorism. These hazards can occur anywhere
and demonstrate unlawful force, violence, and/or threat against persons or property causing intentional
harm for purposes of intimidation, coercion or ransom in violation of the criminal laws of the United
States. These actions may cause massive destruction and/or extensive casualties. The threat of terrorism,
both international and domestic, is ever present, and an attack can occur when least expected.
Enemy attack is an incident that could cause massive destruction and extensive casualties throughout the
world. Some areas could experience direct weapons’ effects: blast and heat; others could experience
indirect weapons’ effect. International political and military activities of other nations are closely
monitored by the federal government and the State of Florida would be notified of any escalating military
threats.
The use of biological agents against persons or property in violation of the criminal laws of the United
States for purposes of intimidation, coercion or ransom can be described as biological terrorism. Liquid or
solid contaminants can be dispersed using sprayers/aerosol generators or by point of line sources such as
munitions, covert deposits and moving sprayers. Biological agents vary in the amount of time they pose a
threat. They can be a threat for hours to years depending upon the agent and the conditions in which it
exists.
Chemical terrorism involves the use or threat of chemical agents against persons or property in violation
of the criminal laws of the United States for purposes of intimidation, coercion or ransom. Effects of
chemical contaminants are like those of biological agents.
Use of conventional weapons and explosives against persons or property in violation of the criminal laws
of the United States for purposes of intimidations, coercion, or ransom is conventional terrorism. Hazard
effects are instantaneous; additional secondary devices may be used, lengthening the time duration of
the hazard until the attack site is determined to be clear. The extent of damage is determined by the type
and quantity of explosive. Effects are generally static other than cascading consequences and incremental
structural failures. Conventional terrorism can also include tactical assault or sniping from remote
locations.
Radiological terrorism is the use of radiological materials against persons or property in violation of the
criminal laws of the United States for purposes of intimidation, coercion or ransom. Radioactive
contaminants can be dispersed using sprayers/aerosol generators, or by point of line sources such as
munitions, covert deposits and moving sprayers or by the detonation of a nuclear device underground, at
the surface, in the air or at high altitude.
Electronic attack using one computer system against another in order to intimidate people or disrupt
other systems is a cyber-attack. All governments, businesses and citizens that conduct business utilizing
computers face these threats. Cyber-security and critical infrastructure protection are among the most
important national security issues facing our country today. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement
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Computer Crime Center helps law enforcement across the State solve sophisticated crimes involving
digital evidence. Cyber attack is discussed in greater detail in Section 2.5.21.
Mass demonstrations, or direct conflict by large groups of citizens, as in riots and non -peaceful strikes,
are examples of public disorder. These are assembling of people together in a manner to substantially
interfere with public peace to constitute a threat, and with use of unlawful force or violence against
another person, or causing property damage or attempting to interfere with, disrupting, or destroying the
government, political subdivision, or group of people. Labor strikes and work stoppages are not
considered in this hazard unless they escalate into a threat to the community. Vandalism is usually
initiated by a small number of individuals and limited to a small target or institution. Most events are
within the capacity of local law enforcement. Civil disturbance is discussed in greater detail in Section
2.5.20.
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) reports 75 active hate groups in Florida, shown in Table 2.78.
The SPLC defines a hate group as any group with “beliefs or practices that attack or malign an entire class
of people – particularly when the characteristics being maligned are immutable.” It is important to note
that inclusion on the SPLC list is not meant to imply that a group advocates or engages in violence or other
criminal activity.
Table 2.78 – Hate Groups Active in Florida
Group Type Location
Legal Immigrants for America Anti-Immigrant Winter Springs
American College of Pediatricians Anti-LGBT Gainesville
D. James Kennedy Ministries Anti-LGBT Fort Lauderdale
Liberty Counsel Anti-LGBT Orlando
Stedfast Baptist Church Anti-LGBT Jacksonville
ACT for America Anti-Muslim Heathrow
ACT for America Anti-Muslim Jacksonville
Citizens for National Security Anti-Muslim Boca Raton
Citizens' Action Group of South Florida Anti-Muslim Hollywood
Cultures In Context Incorporated/Turning Point Project Anti-Muslim Immokalee
Florida Family Association Anti-Muslim Tampa
Soldiers of Odin Anti-Muslim N/A
Straight Way and More, The Anti-Muslim Venice
United West, The Anti-Muslim Lake Worth
Army of Israel Black Nationalist Orlando
Great Millstone Black Nationalist Miami
Great Millstone Black Nationalist Tampa
Israel United In Christ Black Nationalist Orlando
Israel United In Christ Black Nationalist Tallahassee
Israel United In Christ Black Nationalist Miami
Israel United In Christ Black Nationalist Jacksonville
Israelite Church of God in Jesus Christ, The Black Nationalist West Palm Beach
Israelite School of Universal Practical Knowledge Black Nationalist Jacksonville
Israelite School of Universal Practical Knowledge Black Nationalist Tampa
Nation of Islam Black Nationalist Tampa
Nation of Islam Black Nationalist Saint Petersburg
Nation of Islam Black Nationalist Pensacola
Nation of Islam Black Nationalist Miami
Nation of Islam Black Nationalist Jacksonville
Nation of Islam Black Nationalist Fort Lauderdale
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Group Type Location
Nation of Islam Black Nationalist Orlando
Nation of Kings and Priests Black Nationalist Orlando
New Black Panther Party for Self Defense Black Nationalist Tampa Bay
New Black Panther Party for Self Defense Black Nationalist Jacksonville
New Black Panther Party for Self Defense Black Nationalist Tallahassee
Sicarii 1715 Black Nationalist Orlando
Christogenea Christian Identity Panama City
Gallows Tree Wotansvolk Alliance General Hate N/A
American Guard General Hate N/A
Bill Keller Ministries General Hate St. Petersburg
Insight USA General Hate Longwood
Proud Boys General Hate Jacksonville
Proud Boys General Hate Tampa
Proud Boys General Hate DeLand
Proud Boys General Hate Miami
Sharkhunters International General Hate Hernando
American Christian Dixie Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Ku Klux Klan N/A
International Keystone Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Ku Klux Klan N/A
Loyal White Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Ku Klux Klan N/A
Traditionalist American Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Ku Klux Klan N/A
Identity Dixie Neo-Confederate N/A
League of the South Neo-Confederate Lake City
League of the South Neo-Confederate Hialeah
League of the South Neo-Confederate Panama City
League of the South Neo-Confederate Ocala
League of the South Neo-Confederate Jacksonville
League of the South Neo-Confederate N/A
Atomwaffen Division Neo-Nazi N/A
Creativity Alliance, The Neo-Nazi N/A
Endangered Souls RC/Crew 519 Neo-Nazi N/A
National Socialist Movement Neo-Nazi N/A
Traditionalist Worker Party Neo-Nazi N/A
Confederate Hammerskins Racist Skinhead N/A
Crew 38 Racist Skinhead N/A
Firm 22 Racist Skinhead N/A
United Southern Skins Racist Skinhead N/A
Vinlanders Social Club Racist Skinhead N/A
American Freedom Party White Nationalist Lakewood Ranch
American Freedom Party White Nationalist Bradenton
Identity Evropa White Nationalist Gainesville
Identity Evropa White Nationalist Lakeland
Patriot Front White Nationalist N/A
Real Republic of Florida White Nationalist Tallahassee
Stormfront White Nationalist West Palm Beach
The Right Stuff White Nationalist N/A
Source: Southern Poverty Law Center, 2018, https://www.splcenter.org/hate-map
One hate group identified by the SPLC has a known footprint in Collier County: Cultures in Context
Incorporated/ Turning Point Project in Immokalee.
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Warning Time: 4 – Less than 6 hours
Duration: 1 – Less than 6 hours
Generally, no warning is given for specific acts of terrorism. Duration is dependent on the vehicle used
during the terrorist attack. This score considers a prolonged scenario with continuous impacts.
Loc ation
A terror threat could occur at any location in the County, but are more likely to target highly populated
areas, critical infrastructure, or symbolic locations. Any of the critical facilities identified by the LMS
working group could be targeted. Per the 2015 Local Mitigation Strategy, the LMS working group chose
not to analyze the risks associated with terrorist attacks given the low probability of occurrence.
Extent
The extent of a terrorist incident is tied to many factors, including the attack vector, location, time of day,
and other circumstances; for this reason, it is difficult to put assess a single definition or conclusion of the
extent of “terrorism.” As a general rule, terrorism incidents are targeted to where they can do the most
damage and have the maximum impact possible, though this impact is tempered by the weapon used in
the attack itself.
Impact: 4 – Catastrophic
Spatial Extent: 1 – Negligible
Historical Occurrences
As noted in the previous Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy, there have been no major terror events
in the County, thus the hazard risk had not previously been analyzed. There is still, however, some
possibility that one could occur in the future given the incidents that have occurred in the United States
in the past and the facilities and locations in the county that could be potential targets.
Probability of Future Occurrence
While difficult to estimate when a deliberate act like terrorism may occur, it can be inferred that the
probability of a terrorist attack in any one area in the County is very low at any given time. When
identified, credible threats may increase the probability of an incident; these threats are generally tracked
by law enforcement.
Probability: 1 – Unlikely
Climate Change
Climate change is not expected to influence terrorism. However, climate change could cause more
protests, gatherings, or votes which could be targets for terrorism.
Vulnerability Assessment
Methodologies and Assumptions
Vulnerability to terrorism was assessed through hypothetical scenarios. These scenarios were modeled
using the Electronic Mass Casualty Assessment and Planning Scenarios (EMCAPS) tool developed by the
Johns Hopkins Office of Critical Event Preparedness and Response, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics
Laboratory, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and the National Center for the Study of
Preparedness and Catastrophic Event Response.
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People
People can suffer death or illness as a result of a terrorist attack. Symptoms of illness from a biological or
chemical attack may go undetected for days or even weeks. Local healthcare workers may observe a
pattern of unusual illness or early warning monitoring systems may detect airborne pathogens. People
will face increased risk if a biological or chemical agent is released indoors, as this may result in exposure
to a higher concentration of pathogens, whereas agents that are released outdoors would disperse in the
direction of the wind. Physical harm from a weapons attack or explosive device is not de pendent on
location, but risk is greater in areas where higher numbers of people may gather. People could also be
affected by an attack on food and water supply. In addition to impacts on physical health, any terrorist
attack could cause significant stress and anxiety.
Property
The potential for damage to property is highly dependent on the type of attack. Buildings and
infrastructure may be damaged by an explosive device or by contamination from a biological or chemical
attack. Impacts are generally highly localized to the target of the attack.
Environment
Environmental impacts are also dependent on the type of attack. Impacts could be negligible or could
require major clean-up and remediation.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.79 summarizes the potential detrimental consequences of a terror threat.
Table 2.79 – Consequence Analysis – Terrorism
Category Consequences
Public Illness, injury, or fatality are possible; these impacts would be highly localized to the
attack. Widespread stress and psychological suffering may occur.
Responders Responders face increased risks during an effort to stop an attack or rescue others
while an attack is underway.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Critical infrastructure may be targeted by an attack; therefore, continuity of
operations may be affected. Long-term issues may arise if transportation or utility
infrastructure is severely damaged.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Impacts depend of the type of attack. Buildings and infrastructure could be unaffected
or completely destroyed.
Environment Water and food supply could be contaminated by a biological or chemical attack.
Remediation could be required.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
The local economy could be disrupted, depending on the location and scale of an
attack.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
Loss of public confidence likely should an attack be carried out; additional loss of
confidence and trust may result if response and recovery are not swift and effective
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes terrorism hazard risk by jurisdiction. This risk is not expected to change
substantially between jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 1 4 1 4 1 2.2 M
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Immokalee
Reservation 1 4 1 4 1 2.2 M
Marco Island 1 4 1 4 1 2.2 M
Naples 1 4 1 4 1 2.2 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 1 4 1 4 1 2.2 M
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2.5.19 Mass Migration Incident
Hazard Description
Florida is the closest State to the Caribbean Basin, and Collier County’s location on the Gulf Coast and the
southern-most tip of the peninsula makes it a possible point of entry for a massive influx of immigrants
and refugees wishing to enter the United States. Immigrants and refugees in Florida typically come from
the Caribbean, Mexico, and South America. Their arrival can threaten the health, safety, and welfare of
citizens as well as of their own if they are detained for a long period. The state of Florida has developed a
federal Mass Immigration Annex with the federal government which covers the gap between the federal
Mass Immigration Plan and the National Response Framework. Enforcement of immigration laws remains
the responsibility of the federal government; however, Collier County officials may nee d to coordinate
with state and federal agencies in response to a mass migration event.
Mass Migration
Mass migration, according to U.S. Code, is defined as “a migration of undocumented aliens that is of such
magnitude and duration that it poses a threat to the national security of the United States, as determined
by the President.” This is most often an event or multiple events which can happen over several years. It
can be driven by an event that is economic, social, or political, causing the desire of people to leave one
country for another. A continuous and high-volume flow of migrants over a period of time could exceed
the normal capabilities of the local offices of the United States Coast Guard and Customs and Border
Protection. Undocumented individuals may find it difficult to assimilate without affecting local economies
and infrastructure that are already strained. The Pew Research Center estimates that in fiscal year 2014,
Florida had an influx of 850,000 (+/- 40,000) undocumented migrants and that the state experienced
growth in undocumented population at the national average of 250%.
Unaccompanied Minors
Unaccompanied minors are children who arrive in the United States alone or who are required to appear
in immigration court on their own. An unaccompanied alien child (UAC) is a technical term for a child who
doesn’t have immigration status in the U.S., is not yet 18 years of age, and who has no parent or legal
guardian in the U.S., or whose parent or legal guardian in the U.S. is unable to provide ca re and physical
custody. These children often leave their home countries and join some of their family already in the U.S.
They move for any number of reasons which could include to escape abuse, persecution or exploitation
in their home country or to seek employment or educational opportunities in the United States.
Unaccompanied children are especially vulnerable to human trafficking, exploitation, and abuse since
they are young and often traveling alone. When an unaccompanied child is picked up by immigration
authorities, the child is transferred to the care and protection of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR).
Federal law requires that ORR feed, shelter, and provide medical care for unaccompanied children until
they can release them to safe settings with sponsors (usually family members), while they await
immigration proceedings. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Collier County
had a total of 186 unaccompanied minors released to sponsors in 2017.
Mass Immigration
Immigration is defined as the movement of people to another country, where they are not natives or
citizens, in order to live there. The U.S. Code defines an immigrant or alien as an applicant for admission
into the United States at a port-of-entry or a person apprehended in international or U.S. waters and
brought into the U.S. by any means in any location. Migration or immigration was the primary source of
Florida’s population growth in 2015 with 86% of the growth due to net migration and immigration. Miami -
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Dade County, which borders Collier, saw one quarter of Florida’s foreign immigrants between 2005 and
2009. An influx of immigrants to Collier County could overwhelm the local economy and infrastructure.
Warning Time: 3 – 6 to 12 hours
Duration: 4 – More than 1 week
Location
A mass migration incident could affect the entire County though the likely point of entry is along the coast
line. Collier County is in proximity to islands such as Cuba, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic and Haiti, and
the Gulf Coast is within proximity of Mexico. Mass migration can also occur domestically due to an
impending hazard causing large groups of people to evacuate.
Extent
A mass migration event could affect the entirety of Collier County though migrants are likely to settle in
areas of the County with existing populations of their same origin.
Impact: 3 – Critical
Spatial Extent: 3 – Moderate
Historical Occurrences
While there are no documented historical occurrences of mass migration to or within Collier County, the
County does have a documented immigrant population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2013-2017
American Community Survey, Collier County is home to 19,300 immigrants from Mexico and 29,000
immigrants from the Caribbean. These immigration statistics could be the result of previous migration
events.
Probability of Future Occurrence
There’s no real way to predict mass migration events since most occur without warning. However, we can
assume there is a high likelihood of future occurrence due to Collier County’s geographic location on the
coast. Political unrest in the Caribbean region or Mexico could be an early indicator. As stated above,
Collier County already has an immigrant population from the Caribbean and Mexico and it will likely be
the destination during future migrations.
Probability: 2 – Possible
Climate Change
Climate change will most likely affect mass migration indirectly by causing more severe storms, sea level
rise, drought and increased earthquakes that may cause specific areas around the world to become
uninhabitable. Climate change refugees may be forced to leave uninhabitable locations.
Vulnerability Assessment
People
A mass migration incident could result in loss of life or, injury to those involved in the migration. Also,
fear of going to law enforcement can lead to undocumented individuals not seeking help or evacuating in
the event of a hazard. If undocumented individuals do evacuate, the additional population numbers may
result in congestion and overpopulation of shelters. Migrant people may also have limited resources
available to them such as food, school, water, work, translators, and housing.
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Public safety resources could be strained or depleted causing community wide problems. Local law
enforcement is affected with added population and confrontation with undocumented individuals.
Property
A mass migration may cause strain on detention facilities if there is an intervention. Undocumented
families can place a strain on local schools and facilities within a community, and Social services may be
strained to accommodate incoming immigrants/migrants and unaccompanied children.
Environment
According to the Center for Immigration Studies, immigration-driven population growth impacts the
environment in the following ways:
• Loss of biodiversity and species extinction: overpopulation threatens animal species through
consumption of resources, loss of habitat and environmental pollution.
• Water shortages: immigration places an increased demand on water supply which may already
be limited due to drought conditions.
• Urban sprawl: the expansion of cities leads to reduced farmlands and grassland which results in
reduced habitat for animal species. Furthermore, increased development likely results in flooding
and water pollution due to an increase in runoff.
• Overcrowding and carbon emissions: overcrowding places a strain on public utilities and mass
transit. Furthermore, immigration transfers carbon emissions from likely more rural areas to
more populated areas which already sustain higher levels of carbon emissions per person.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.80 shows the consequences of a mass migration incident.
Table 2.80 – Consequence Analysis – Mass Migration Incident
Category Consequences
Public Loss of life, injury, and limited food, water, or shelter available.
Responders Impacts expected to be severe for unprotected personnel and moderate to light
for trained, equipped, and protected personnel.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Localized disruption of public safety resources and public services because of
overwhelming numbers of migrants and lack of resources.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Localized impact to facilities and infrastructure in the areas of migration. Lack of
housing available.
Environment Environmental damage to locations seeing large impacts from migration.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances may be affected, depending on number of migrants.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes mass migration incident hazard risk by jurisdiction. This risk is not
expected to change substantially between jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 2 3 3 3 4 2.8 H
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Immokalee
Reservation 2 3 3 3 4 2.8 H
Marco Island 2 3 3 3 4 2.8 H
Naples 2 3 3 3 4 2.8 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 2 3 3 3 4 2.8 H
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2.5.20 Civil Disturbance
Hazard Background
Civil disorder is a term that generally refers to groups of people purposely choosing not to observe a law,
regulation, or rule, usually in order to bring attention to a cause, concern, or agenda. Civil disorder can
take the form of small gatherings or large groups blocking or impeding access to a building or disr upting
normal activities by generating noise and intimidating people. They can range from a peaceful sit-in to a
full-scale riot in which a mob burns or otherwise destroys property and terrorizes individuals. Even in its
more passive forms, a group that blocks roadways, sidewalks, or buildings interferes with public order. In
the 1990s abortion clinics, for example, were targets for these disruptive-type activities.
Throughout this country’s history, incidents that disrupted the public peace have figured prominently.
The constitutional guarantees allow for ample expression of protest and dissent, and in many cases collide
with the preamble’s requirement of the government “to ensure domestic tranquility.” Typical examples
of such conflicting ideology include the protest movements for civil rights in the late 1960s and the
Vietnam War protest demonstrations in the early 1970s. The balance between an individual’s and group’s
legitimate expression of dissent and the right of the populace to live in domestic tranq uility requires the
diligent efforts of everyone to avoid such confrontations in the future.
In modern society, laws have evolved that govern the interaction of its members to peacefully resolve
conflict. In the United States, a crowd itself is constitutionally protected under “the right of the people to
peacefully assemble.” However, assemblies that are not peaceable are not protected, and this is generally
the dividing line between crowds and mobs. The laws that deal with disruptive conduct are generally
grouped into offenses that disturb the public peace. They range from misdemeanors, such as blocking
sidewalks or challenging another to fight, to felonies, such as looting and rioting.
It is important to note that civil unrest is not synonymous with peaceful assembly or peaceful protest;
Americans are guaranteed a right to assemble peacefully under the First Amendment to the Constitution.
Types of Crowds
A crowd may be defined as a casual, temporary collection of people without a strong, cohesive
relationship. Crowds can be classified into four general categories:
Casual Crowd — A casual crowd is merely a group of people who happen to be in the same place at the
same time. Examples of this type include shoppers and sightseers. The likelihood of violent conduct is all
but nonexistent.
Cohesive Crowd — A cohesive crowd consists of members who are involved in some type of unified
behavior. Members of this group are involved in some type of common activity, such as worshiping,
dancing, or watching a sporting event. Although they may have intense internal discipline (e.g., rooting
for a team), they require substantial provocation to arouse to action.
Expressive Crowd — An expressive crowd is one held together by a common commitment or purpose.
Although they may not be formally organized, they are assembled as an expression of common sentiment
or frustration. Members wish to be seen as a formidable influence. One of the best examples of this type
is a group assembled to protest something.
Aggressive Crowd — An aggressive crowd is made up of individuals who have assembled for a specific
purpose. This crowd often has leaders who attempt to arouse the members or motivate them to action.
Members are noisy and threatening and will taunt authorities. They tend to be impu lsive and highly
emotional and require only minimal stimulation to arouse them to violence. Examples of this type of
crowd include demonstrations and strikers.
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Types of Mobs
A mob can be defined as a large disorderly crowd or throng. Mobs are usually emoti onal, loud,
tumultuous, violent, and lawless. Like crowds, mobs have different levels of commitment and can be
classified into four categories:
Aggressive Mob—An aggressive mob is one that attacks, riots, and terrorizes. The object of violence may
be a person, property, or both. An aggressive mob is distinguished from an aggressive crowd only by
lawless activity. Examples of aggressive mobs are the inmate mobs in prisons and jails, mobs that act out
their frustrations after political defeat, or violent mobs at political protests or rallies.
Escape Mob—An escape mob is attempting to flee from something such as a fire, bomb, flood, or other
catastrophe. Members of escape mobs have lost their capacity to reason and are generally impossible to
control. They are characterized by unreasonable terror.
Acquisitive Mob—An acquisitive mob is one motivated by a desire to acquire something. Riots caused by
other factors often turn into looting sprees. This mob exploits a lack of control by authorities in
safeguarding property. Examples of acquisitive mobs would include the looting in South Central Los
Angeles in 1992, or food riots in other countries.
Expressive Mob—An expressive mob is one that expresses fervor or revelry following some sporting event,
religious activity, or celebration. Members experience a release of pent up emotions in highly charged
situations. Examples of this type of mob include the June 1994 riots in Canada following the Stanley Cup
professional hockey championship, European soccer riots, and those occurring after other sporting events
in many countries, including the United States.
Although members of mobs have differing levels of commitment, as a group they are far more committed
than members of a crowd. As such, a “mob mentality” sets in, which creates a cohesiveness and sense of
purpose that is lacking in crowds. Thus, any strategy that causes individual members to contemplate their
personal actions will tend to be more effective than treating an entire mob as a single entity.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than six hours
Duration: 3 – Less than one week
Location
Civil disorder can arise from several causes for a variety of reasons. Circumstances may be spontaneous
or may result from escalating tensions. Civil disorder can erupt anywhere, but the most likely locations
are those areas with large population groupings or gatherings. Sites that are attractive for political or
other rallies should be considered as probable locations for the epicenter of civil disorder events; arenas
and stadiums are another type of venue where civil disorder can occur. Civil disorder can also occur in
proximity to locations where a “trigger event” occurred.
Extent
The ultimate extent of any civil disorder incident will depend on the magnitude of that event and its
location. The more widespread an incident is, the greater the likelihood of excessive injury, loss of life
and property damage; additional factors, such as the ability of law enforcement to contain the event, are
also critical in minimizing damages.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 2 – Small
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Historical Occurrences
There are documented events that indicate that Florida and the southern peninsula region in particular
are not immune to riots, protests, and social upheaval. Some brief examples of civil unrest near Collier
County are provided below.
The Miami Riot of 1968 occurred at the Vote Power building in the Liberty City neighborhood in August.
A group of black organizations called for this rally in order to make known the unfair systems at play
throughout the nation. This date overlapped with the Republican National Convention in Miami Beach.
Things got aggressive once a white reported was forcibly kicked out and t he police showed up. One
passer-by had his car stoned and multiple bottles thrown at him for having a republican political sticker
on his car. He fled his car which was then overturned and set on fire. The following day, the police
responded to what they thought was sniper fire as the rioters were terrorizing shops. The police killed
three residents and left a bullet wound in a fourth only to find no weapons close by. The riot ended when
the Florida National Guard responded, imposed a curfew, and heavy rains kept people inside.
The 1980 Miami riots were race riots that began on May 18, 1980. The event that triggered the riots was
the clearing of four Dade County Public Safety Department officers. They had been previously been tried
for the manslaughter of Arthur McDuffie, a black salesman who passed away from wounds suffered during
a high-speed chase in which these four white officers were involved. The riot broke out in the Liberty City
and Overtown neighborhoods. After filing a civil lawsuit again st County officials, McDuffie’s family
received a settlement of $1.1 million from Dade County. These were the deadliest riots between the
1960s and the 1992 Los Angeles riots.
The 1990 Wynwood riot began in the Wynwood neighborhood in Miami after six off icers had been
acquitted for the death of Leonardo Mercado. Mercado was a Puerto Rican and suspected drug dealer.
Puerto Ricans were unhappy during this time since they felt they had no representation in any positions
of authority. Six undercover officers in the Street Narcotics Unit of the Miami Police Department met with
Mercado outside of his apartment in 1988. After forcing him back inside, they beat him to death. They
were charged with conspiracy and three counts of civil rights violations. After their acquittal, a mob
became violent for about three hours causing $3 million in property damage before order was restored
by 200 patrolmen.
The 1996 St. Petersburg riots began after the death of an unarmed black, male teenage driver which
occurred during a police traffic stop. There were two other people at the scene, one was the shooting
policeman’s partner, and the other was the passenger in the teenage male’s car. Additionally, there were
multiple witnesses, and everyone had a slightly different story of what happened. Immediately following
the shooting, a crowd gathered and became frustrated when police didn’t release any information. The
crowd began throwing rocks and bottles at police officers. The riot continued through other areas of the
city resulting in 20 people arrested, 28 arson fires, 11 injured, and multiple stores were looted. After the
two original responding police officers were cleared of any charges a few week later, more rioting
occurred.
Since 2010, civil unrest has again trended toward race relations as a cause. From controversial shootings
of African American men by white police officers to the resulting Black Lives Matter movement, these
trends may continue as the country finds ways to improve race relations. Florida has experienced specific
incidents of racial unrest and violence as part of this trend and may continue to see these types of
incidents in the future.
Specific incidents occurring in a single jurisdiction can cause civil unrest nationally; the Michael Brown
shooting incident in Ferguson, MO is an example of this. On November 25, 2014, CNN reported that
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thousands of people in more than 170 U.S. cities rallied to protest the grand jury decision not to indict the
officer involved.
Another recent trend is the destruction, defacement, and/or removal of statues and other memorials
dedicated to the Confederacy during the Civil War. Areas near Collier County have experienced incidents
of this nature, including the vandalization and subsequent removal of a confederate monument in West
Palm Beach in August 2017, the removal and renaming of streets in Hollywood in April 2018, and the
removal of the Robert E. Lee’s bust in Fort Meyers in March 2019. As the country continues to debate
whether monuments to the Confederacy are appropriate, these types of incidents may continue to occur.
Probability of Future Occurrence
In their article on “Understanding Riots” published in the Cato Journal (Vol. 14, No 1), David D. Haddock
and Daniel D. Polsby note that a large crowd itself is not an incipient riot merely because it assembles a
great many people. Haddock and Polsby explain that “starting signals” must occur for civil disorder to
erupt; these starting signals include certain kinds of high-profile events. With any conventional triggering
event, such as news of an assassination or unpopular jury verdict, crowds form spontaneously in various
places as word of the incident spreads, without any one person having to recruit them. But since not every
crowd threatens to evolve into a riot, the authors reason that a significant number of people must expect
and desire that the crowd will become riotous. In addition, “someone has to serve as a catalyst” The
authors conclude that once someone has taken a risk to get things started, the rio ting will begin and
spread until civil authorities muster enough force to make rioters believe they face a realistic prospect of
arrest.
Collier County will likely experience future episodes of marches, protests, demonstrations, and gatherings
that could lead to some type of disruptive civil disorder. However, based on the general history of civil
disturbance and the various human factors noted above, the probability that such incidents will develop
into full-scale, widespread riots is considered low.
Should the planning area experience future incidents of disruptive civil disorder or rioting, the severity of
a given event could range from low to high, depending on many factors. Civil disturbances may result in
arrests, damage to property (police vehicles with broken windows, etc.), injuries, fatalities and
manpower/overtime costs for police, fire, and other response services.
Probability: 2 – Possible
Climate Chang e
As a human-caused hazard, any changes in climate would not have a direct impact on civil disorder. Far
more relevant, though, could be the implications of future climate change as a cause for civil disorder.
Climate change impact forecasts include increasingly extreme weather patterns that exacerbate issues of
drought, flooding, severe weather and other weather hazards globally that could affect whole ecosystems.
Incidents of civil disobedience could be a secondary result related to societal unrest as a result of other
climate-impacted hazards.
Vulnerability Assessment
As discussed above, the impacts from civil disorder vary greatly depending on the nature, severity, and
success of the attack.
When rioting does break out, it generally proves extremely difficult for first-responder law enforcement
authorities to quell the mob promptly. The rules of constitutional law set stringent limits on how police
officers can behave toward the people they try to arrest. Restraint also plays a crucial part in avoiding any
action that “fans the flames.” Initial police presence is often undermined because forces may be staffed
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below the peak loads needed to bring things back under control. At a result, the riot may continue until
enough state police or National Guard units arrive to bolster the arrest process and subsequently restore
order. In many cases, damage to life and property may already be extensive.
People
Injuries and fatalities can occur during civil unrest.
Property
Should a large gathering of people turn violent, damage to property and infrastructure can result, as well
as looting of property.
Environment
Environmental impacts could occur if the civil unrest occurs in an outdoor or environmentally sensitive
area. These impacts would be tied to the parameters of the incident.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.81 summarizes the potential consequences of civil unrest.
Table 2.81 – Consequence Analysis – Civil Unrest
Category Consequences
Public Possible injuries and fatalities can occur during civil unrest. The location of the unrest
will be inaccessible to those who live or work in that area.
Responders Localized impact expected to be severe for unprotected personnel and moderate to
light for protected personnel.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Damage to facilities/personnel in the area of the incident may require temporary
relocation of operations; localized disruption of lines of communication and
destruction of facilities may postpone delivery of some services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Localized impact to facilities and infrastructure in the area of the incident. Some
severe damage possible.
Environment May cause extensive damage in isolated cases and some denial or delays in the use
of some areas. Remediation needed.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances adversely affected, possibly for an extended period,
depending on damage.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes civil disturbance risk by jurisdiction. Risk is not expected to change
substantially between jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 2 2 2 4 3 2.3 M
Immokalee
Reservation 2 2 2 4 3 2.3 M
Marco Island 2 2 2 4 3 2.3 M
Naples 2 2 2 4 3 2.3 M
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Unincorporated
Collier County 2 2 2 4 3 2.3 M
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2.5.21 Critical Infrastructure Disruption
Hazard Background
Critical infrastructure disruptions include threats such as cyber-attacks. Cyber-attacks are commonly
defined as “deliberate attacks on information technology systems in an attempt to gain illegal access to a
computer, or purposely cause damage.” Cyber-attacks use malicious code to alter computer operations
or data. The vulnerability of computer systems to attacks is a growing concern as people and institutions
become more dependent upon networked technologies. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reports
that “cyber intrusions are becoming more commonplace, more dangerous, and more sophisticated,” with
implications for private- and public-sector networks.
There are many types of cyber-attacks. Among the most common is a direct denial of service, or DDoS
attack. This is when a server or website will be queried or pinged rapidly with information requests,
overloading the system and causing it to crash.
Malware, or malicious software, can cause numerous problems once on a computer or network, from
taking control of users’ machines to discreetly sending out confidential information. Ransomware is a
specific type of malware that blocks access to digital files and demands a payment to release them.
Hospitals, school districts, state and local governments, law enforcement agencies, businesses, and even
individuals can be targeted by ransomware.
Cyber spying or espionage is the act of illicitly obtaining intellectual property, government secrets, or
other confidential digital information, and often is associated with attacks carried out by professional
agents working on behalf of a foreign government or corporation. According to cybersecurity firm
Symantec, in 2016 “…the world of cyber espionage experienced a notable shift towards more overt
activity, designed to destabilize and disrupt targeted organizations and countries.”
Major data breaches - when hackers gain access to large amounts of personal, sensitive, or confidential
information - have become increasingly common. The Symantec report says more than seven billion
identities have been exposed in data breaches over the last eight years. In addition to networked systems,
data breaches can occur due to the mishandling of external drives, as has been the case with losses of
some state employee data.
Cybercrime can refer to any of the above incidents when motivated primarily by financial gain or other
criminal intent.
The most severe type of attack is cyber terrorism, which aims to disrupt or damage systems in order to
cause fear, injury, and loss to advance a political agenda.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than six hours
Duration: 3 – Less than one week
Location
Our society is highly networked and interconnected. Cyber disruption events can occur and/or impact
virtually any location in the county where computing devices are used. Incidents may involve a single
location or multiple geographic areas. A disruption can have far-reaching effects beyond the location of
the targeted system; disruptions that occur far outside the region can still impact people, businesses, and
institutions within the region. Depending on the attack vector and parameters, a cyber-attack could
impact all of Collier County and its associated municipal jurisdictions.
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Extent
The extent or magnitude/severity of a cyber disruption event is variable depending on the nature of the
event. A disruption affecting a small, isolated system could impact only a few functions/processes.
Disruptions of large, integrated systems and especially systems related to the functionality of critical
facilities could impact many functions/processes, as well as many individuals that rely on those systems.
There is no universally accepted scale to quantify the severity of cyber-attacks. The strength of a DDoS
attack is sometimes explained in terms of a data transmission rate. One of the largest DDoS disruptions
ever, which brought down some of the internet’s most popular sites on October 21, 2016, peaked at 1.2
terabytes per second. Data breaches are often described in terms of the number of records or identities
exposed.
Impact: 3 – Critical
Spatial Extent: 4 – Large
Historical Occurrences
The cyber security company Symantec reports there were a total of 1,209 data breaches worldwide in
2016, 15 of which involved the theft of more than 10 million identities. While the number of breaches has
remained relatively steady, the average number of identities stolen has increased to almost one million
per incident. The report also found that one in every 131 emails contains malware, and the company’s
software blocked an average of 229,000 web attacks every day.
The Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, a nonprofit organization based in San Diego, maintains a timeline of
9,361 data breaches, of which at least 2,792 were acts of computer hacking, in the United States from
2005-2019. The database lists 465 total data breaches, including 108 hacking events in Florida, totaling
over 400 million impacted records. One attack was recorded in Naples, and others almost certainly
included information on individuals who live in the region. Similarly, some residents in the region were
likely affected by national and international data breaches. Media reports indicate an uptick in cyber-
attacks across the state.
In 2018, Collier County was scammed out of $184,000 according to local news reports. Money from
County offices was wire transferred to a fraudulent contractor unknowingly. The fraud originated abroad.
Money was recovered from insurance carriers and the correct contractor was paid in full.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Cyber-attacks occur daily, but most have negligible impacts at the local or regional level. The possibility of
a larger disruption affecting systems within the area is a constant threat, but it is difficult to quantify the
exact probability due to such highly variable factors as the type of attack and intent of the attacker. Minor
attacks against business and government systems have become a commonplace occurrence but are
usually stopped with minimal impact. Similarly, data breaches impacting the information of residents of
the Collier County area are almost certain to happen in coming years. Major attacks or breaches
specifically targeting systems in the area are less likely but cannot be ruled out.
Probability: 2 – Possible
Climate Change
Climate change is not expected to affect critical infrastructure disruption.
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Vulnerability Assessment
As discussed above, the impacts from a cyber-attack vary greatly depending on the nature, severity, and
success of the attack.
People
Cyber-attacks can have a significant cumulative economic impact. Symantec reports that in the last three
years, businesses have lost $3 billion due to spear-phishing email scams alone though phishing rates have
declined from 1 in 2,995 emails in 2017 to 1 in 3,207 emails in 2018. A major cyber-attack has the potential
to undermine public confidence and build doubt in their government’s ability to protect them from harm.
Injuries or fatalities from cyber-attacks would generally only be possible from a major cyber terrorist
attack against critical infrastructure.
Property
Short of a major cyber terrorist attacks against critical infrastructure, property damage from cyber-attacks
is typically limited to computer systems.
Environment
Short of a major cyber terrorist attacks against critical infrastructure, property damage from cyber-attacks
is typically limited to computer systems. A major cyber terrorism attack could potentially impact the
environment by triggering a release of a hazardous materials, or by causing an accident involving
hazardous materials by disrupting traffic-control devices.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.82 summarizes the potential consequences of a cyber threat.
Table 2.82 – Consequence Analysis – Cyber Threat
Category Consequences
Public Cyber-attacks can impact personal data and accounts. Injuries or fatalities could
potentially result from a major cyber terrorist attack against critical infrastructure.
Responders Injuries or fatalities could potentially result from a major cyber terrorist attack against
critical infrastructure.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Agencies that rely on electronic backup of critical files are vulnerable. The delivery of
services can be impacted since governments rely, to a great extent, upon electronic
delivery of services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Rare. Most attacks affect only data and computer systems. Sabotage of utilities and
infrastructure from a major cyber terrorist attacks could potentially result in system
failures that damage property on a scale equal with natural disasters. Facilities and
infrastructure may become unusable as a result of a cyber-attack.
Environment Rare. A major attack could theoretically result in a hazardous materials release.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Could greatly affect the economy. In an electronic-based commerce society, any
disruption to daily activities can have disastrous impacts to the economy. It is difficult
to measure the true extent of the impact.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
The government’s inability to protect critical systems or confidential personal data
could impact public confidence. An attack could raise questions regarding the security
of using electronic systems for government services.
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Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes critical infrastructure disruption risk by jurisdiction. Risk is not expected
to change substantially between jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 2 3 4 4 3 3.3 H
Immokalee
Reservation 2 3 4 4 3 3.3 H
Marco Island 2 3 4 4 3 3.3 H
Naples 2 3 4 4 3 3.3 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 2 3 4 4 3 3.3 H
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2.5.22 Special Events
Hazard Description
Special events are defined as events of national significance or important visitors. Important visitors can
include dignitaries among others. Many issues can arise because of these events including civil
disturbance, terrorism, and criminal activity.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security deem events that could be potential targets for terrorism or
other criminal activity National Special Security Events (NSSE). These events can include but are not
limited to summits of world leaders, meetings of international organizations, presidential nominating
conversations, and presidential nominations. These events mostly occur in a specific location for a specific
amount of time.
In order to determine what qualifies as a special event or an NSSE, there are several factors to consider.
Table 2.83 below shows some common factors that would cause an event to be a special or NSSE event.
Table 2.83 – Special Event Factors to Consider
Factor Description
Dignitary Attendance Events attended by U.S. officials or foreign dignitaries may cause federal
interest to guarantee the event occurs without incident, or at least that
resources are available in the case that an incident occurs.
Size More attendees and participants in an event cause more security measures to
be needed. Larger events typically attract more attention of terrorists or
criminals and may see weapons of mass destruction.
Significance An event that has historical, political, cultural, or symbolic significance may
attract criminal or terrorist activity.
Duration If an even lasts several days or weeks, it is unlikely local and state law
enforcement alone will be able to control the security of said event. Federal
assistance may be required.
Availability of State and Local
Resources
If state and local jurisdictions don’t have the expertise, experience, or
manpower to ensure protection of those at an event, federal assistance may
be required.
Number of Jurisdictions Multiple jurisdictions are sometimes required to coordinate law enforcement
and public safety agencies. It could be helpful to include an agency to oversee
the coordination.
Threat Assessments When there is anticipated terrorism or criminal activity.
Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security, National Special Security Event (NSSE)
Though these events are typically planned, issues could pop up at any moment giving little forewarning.
Mobs or other types of civil disturbance can easily occur at or in response to special events.
Warning Time: 4 – Less than 6 Hours
Duration: 2 – Less than 24 Hours
Location
While special events could happen anywhere, they are most likely to occur at convention centers, political
buildings, concert halls, and other locations of state, national, or international importance. Some locations
in Collier County that would be ideal for special events include but are not limited to the following:
Golf and Country Clubs
o Naples Lakes Country Club
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o Tiburón Golf Club
o Golf Club of the Everglades
o Cypress Woods Golf and Country Club
o Heritage Bay Golf and Country Club
Hotels and Resorts
o Inn of Naples
o Lely Resort
o Hyatt House
o Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort
o The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort
o Bayfront Inn
o Hilton Naples
o Edgewater Beach Hotel and Club
o Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club
o LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort
o JW Marriott Marco Island
Restaurants
o Seasons 52
o Shula’s Steak House
Other
o Naples Zoo
o Venue Naples
o Marco Island Yacht Club
o Marco Island Princess
o Seminole Casino
Extent
Special events tend to be in a small area which will be most impacted. In some cases, road closures may
be expected for high volume traffic purposes.
Impact: 1 – Minor
Spatial Extent: 1 – Negligible
Historical Occurrences
As detailed in the Civil Disturbance hazard in Section 2.5.20, the Miami Riot of 1968 occurred as a result
of the Republican National Convention, a special event being held in Miami. While not in Collier County,
it was nearby in Miami-Dade County.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Collier County’s beaches and proximity to Big Cypress National Preserve and Everglades National Park
make it a popular destination for several special events. Therefore, it is likely that more special events will
occur in the County in the future.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
Climate change is not expected to impact special event hazards. However, there could be more climate
change summits or perhaps politically charged protests in the future which would require special security
and preparation.
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Vulnerability Assessment
People
Special events by nature will congregate a group of people together, however large. Having a group of
people in the same space can cause logistical problems. This leads to the possibility of injury or death,
though death is unlikely unless there is a concurrent hazard such as terrorism, civil disturbance, or a
natural disaster.
Property
Any damages to property are likely to be localized to the event space. Anytime people gather in the same
space, there is a possibility of property damage.
Environment
Any damages to the environment are likely to be localized around an event. There is a low possibility of
environmental damage without a simultaneous natural or human caused disaster.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.84 shows the consequences for special events.
Table 2.84 – Consequence Analysis – Special Events
Category Consequences
Public Localized impact expected to be moderate for affected areas and moderate to
light for other less affected areas without a concurrent hazard or disaster.
Responders Adverse impact expected to be moderate for unprotected personnel and
moderate to light for trained, equipped, and protected personnel.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
Localized disruption of roads caused by incidents may postpone delivery of some
services.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Localized impact to facilities and infrastructure in the areas of the incident. Roads
most adversely affected.
Environment Environmental damage to trees, bushes, beaches, etc. possible but unlikely.
Economic Condition of the
Jurisdiction
Local economy and finances may be adversely affected, depending on damage.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s Governance
Ability to respond and recover may be questioned and challenged if planning,
response, and recovery not timely and effective.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes special event hazard risk by jurisdiction. This hazard is not expected to
change substantially between jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 3 1 1 4 2 2.0 M
Immokalee
Reservation 3 1 1 4 2 2.0 M
Marco Island 3 1 1 4 2 2.0 M
Naples 3 1 1 4 2 2.0 M
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 1 1 4 2 2.0 M
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2.5.23 Red Tide / Algae Bloom
Hazard Description
Red tide is a harmful type of algal bloom which are caused by colonies of algae growing out of control in
aquatic environments. The name can be misleading since the blooms can be red, brown, blue, green, or
yellow. Algae colonies themselves are not harmful until they are in excess. When they’re out of control,
they produce toxins that can harm humans, fish, shellfish, marine mammals, and birds. Algae ha ve a
seasonal growth cycle causing them to grow more in the spring and summer months, and they can often
disappear in the winter months. Temperature, day length, and rainfall also affect their growth. The red
tide organism, which is most commonly causing issues in Florida, Karenia brevis, is monitored by the
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). They take daily samples in multiple locations to
determine the level of red tide at any time.
The FWC measures the number of Karenia brevis cells in sample locations to determine the level of red
tide present in a given area. Table 2.85 below shows the measurement categories and possible effects of
K. brevis.
Table 2.85 – Measurement and Effects of Karenia Brevis
Description K. brevis abundance Possible effects
Not present-
background
Background levels of 1,000
cells or less
No effects anticipated
Very low Greater than 1,000 to
10,000 cells per liter
Possible respiratory irritation
Shellfish harvesting closures when cell abundance equals or
exceeds 5,000 cells per liter
Low Greater than 10,000 to
100,000 cells per liter
Respiratory irritation
Shellfish harvesting closures
Possible fish kills
Probable detection of chlorophyll by satellites at upper range of
cell abundance
Medium Greater than 100,000 to
1,000,000 cells per liter
Respiratory irritation
Shellfish harvesting closures
Probable fish kills
Detection of surface chlorophyll by satellites
High Greater than 1,000,000
cells per liter
Respiratory irritation
Shellfish harvesting closures
Probable fish kills
Detection of surface chlorophyll by satellites
Water discoloration
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
The measurement system above is the legend key for Figure 2.48 and Figure 2.49 which show Florida K.
brevis concentrations in October 2017 and November 2018, and December 2019 respectively. Watch as
the concentration of the organism increases and then decreases on the coast of Florida.
Warning Time: 1 – More than 24 hours
Duration: 4 – More than 1 week
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Figure 2.48 – Red Tide Status Map, 2017-2018
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Figure 2.49 – Red Tide Status Map, 2019-2020
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Location
In late 2019 and early 2020, scientists and researchers have discovered little to no red tide around Florida.
However, since Karenia brevis occurs naturally in the Gulf of Mexico, it’s unlikely that red tide is gone for
good.
Figure 2.50 shows where red tide was found close to Collier County between 2016 and 2017.
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Figure 2.50 – Karenia Brevis Cells per Liter, 2016-2017
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
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Most of the sampling locations in early January 2020 showed little to no (less than 1,000) K. brevis cells in
southern Florida. The highest concentration was located just off the coast of Collier County and was rated
as “low,” between 10,000 and 100,000 cells.
Extent
Karenia brevis is native to the Gulf of Mexico and is therefore found in the Gulf, often close to shorelines.
Most of the red tide found in or off the coast of Florida occur on the western coast. However, red tide is
also found on the eastern coast. This is due to the Florida Current which carries organisms from the Gulf
of Mexico around the southern edge of Florida to the Atlantic Ocean. The Florida Current then joins with
the Antilles Current to become the Gulf Stream.
Red tide can get as large as 10,000 square miles anywhere throughout the water column. This makes it
very impractical to irradiate. Additionally, any current method of removing the toxins from the blooms or
water could cause irreversible damage to ecosystems.
Impact: 2 – Limited
Spatial Extent: 3 – Moderate
Historical Occurrences
The first accounts of red tide in Florida came from the Spanish explorers thousands of years ago and the
first sufficiently documented account came from 1844. It has only become well-known and studied in the
past 60 years. A grant program called the Red Tide Control and Mitigation Program began in 2007 with
the goal of finding new ways to control or mitigate the effects of red tide. It funded 12 projects that
included outreach and public information.
The current Florida red tide began in October 2017. Even though blooms have only been monitored since
1954, few blooms have lasted longer than the current one. It has devastated the Gulf Coast from October
2017 to early 2019, killing millions of pounds of marine life and shutting down tourism, real estate, and
recreational fishing in much of Lee, Collier, and Charlotte Counties.
Probability of Future Occurrence
Considering that the bloom from 2017 is still present in early 2020, and based on historical occurrences,
it is safe to say that red tide will likely occur in the future. Scientists and researchers are working on ways
to control and mitigate it. It is expected that there will be another great bloom in the future.
Probability: 3 – Likely
Climate Change
Climate change is expected to severely affect our ability to control blooms. Algal blooms thrive in higher
air and ocean temperatures. In combination with fertilizer runoff which is nitrogen-rich, red tide has
gotten harder to control even in recent years. It could become impossible to control in the future. K. brevis
tends to thrive in water temperatures of 83 degrees Fahrenheit but can grow faster in hotter
temperatures if there is more carbon dioxide. Atmospheric carbon dioxide has been on the rise for a long
time and that trend will continue if society continues to burn fossil fuel.
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Vulnerability Assessment
People
K. brevis puts off brevetoxins which can cause respiratory issues and irritation of the throat or skin in
humans. Exposure can also occur through contamination of food or water supply. Seafood from a
contaminated area may be unsafe to eat.
Property
Toxins could seep into land close to the ocean or other affected areas. Damages to property are highly
unlikely.
Environment
The environment is likely to be affected because red tide is so toxic. There could be loss of life including
birds, fish, shellfish, and aquatic animals. Additionally, water quality could be negatively affected.
Consequence Analysis
Table 2.86 summarizes the potential consequences of red tide.
Table 2.86 – Consequence Analysis – Red Tide / Algae Bloom
Category Consequences
Public Exposure to brevetoxins can cause respiratory issues and irritation. Those who
encounter water with high K. brevis concentrations may have skin and eye irritation
or rashes. Those living and working closest to sites with K. brevis face the greatest
risk of exposure. Exposure may also occur through contamination of food or water
supplies.
Responders Responders face similar risks as the general public but a heightened potential for
exposure to toxins.
Continuity of Operations
(including Continued
Delivery of Services)
A red tide incident may cause temporary localized impacts but is unlikely to affect
continuity of operations.
Property, Facilities and
Infrastructure
Damages to property are highly unlikely other than for ocean-side beaches. Impacts
would be highly localized.
Environment Possible ecological impacts include loss of wild and aquatic life, loss of habitat, and
degradation of water quality.
Economic Condition of
the Jurisdiction
Annual tourist, sales, health, and clean-up costs. Red tides are estimated to cost $20
million in tourist-related losses in Florida each year. Clean-up costs are around
$163,000 annually.
Public Confidence in the
Jurisdiction’s
Governance
A red tide incident may affect public confidence if the environmental or health
impacts are enduring.
Hazard Summary by Jurisdiction
The following table summarizes red tide algae bloom hazard risk by jurisdiction. Risk is not expected to
change substantially between jurisdictions. Jurisdictions with shoreline at risk were assigned a probability
of 3 (likely), an impact of 2 (limited), and a spatial extent of 2 (small). Jurisdictions with little to no shoreline
at risk were assigned a probability score of 1 (unlikely), an impact of 1 (minor), and a spatial extent of 1
(negligible). Warning time and duration are inherent to the hazard and remain constant across
jurisdictions.
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Jurisdiction Probability Impact Spatial Extent Warning Time Duration Score Priority
Everglades City 3 2 2 1 4 2.4 H
Immokalee
Reservation 1 1 1 1 4 1.3 L
Marco Island 3 2 2 1 4 2.4 H
Naples 3 2 2 1 4 2.4 H
Unincorporated
Collier County 3 2 2 1 4 2.4 H
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2.6 CONCLUSIONS ON HAZARD RISK
Priority Risk Index
As discussed in Section 2.2 Hazard Identification, the Priority Risk Index was used to rate each hazard on
a set of risk criteria and determine an overall standardized score for each hazard. The conclusions drawn
from this process are summarized below.
Table 2.87 summarizes the degree of risk assigned to each identified hazard using the PRI method.
Table 2.87 – Summary of PRI Results
Hazard Probability Impact Spatial
Extent Warning Time Duration PRI
Score
Natural Hazards
Flood Highly Likely Critical Large 6 to 12 hours Less than 1 week 3.5
Tropical Cyclones Likely Catastrophic Large More than 24 hrs Less than 1 week 3.3
Severe Storms1, 2
(Thunderstorm) Highly Likely Limited Large Less than 6 hrs Less than 6 hrs 3.1
Severe Storms1 (Lightning) Highly Likely Minor Negligible Less than 6 hrs Less than 6 hrs 2.2
Severe Storms1 (Hail) Highly Likely Minor Small Less than 6 hrs Less than 6 hrs 2.4
Severe Storms1, 2 (Tornado) Highly Likely Critical Small Less than 6 hrs Less than 6 hrs 3.0
Wildfire2 Likely Critical Moderate Less than 6 hrs Less than 1 week 3.1
Coastal Erosion2 Likely Limited Small More than 24 hrs Less than 1 week 2.3
Drought Likely Minor Large More than 24 hrs More than 1 week 2.5
Extreme Heat Highly Likely Limited Large More than 24 hrs Less than 1 week 3.0
Sea Level Rise and other
Climate Change
Characteristics2
Likely Critical Moderate More than 24 hrs More than 1 week 2.9
Sink holes Unlikely Limited Negligible Less than 6 hrs More than 1 week 1.9
Winter Storms and Freeze Likely Limited Large More than 24 hrs Less than 1 week 2.7
Earthquake Unlikely Limited Moderate Less than 6 hrs Less than 6 hrs 2.0
Tsunami2 Unlikely Catastrophic Large 6 to 12 hrs Less than 24 hrs 2.8
Technological and Human-Caused Hazards & Threats
Major Transportation
Incidents Possible Critical Negligible Less than 6 hrs More than 1 week 2.5
Pandemic Outbreak Possible Critical Moderate More than 24 hrs More than 1 week 2.6
Hazardous Materials Likely Minor Negligible Less than 6 hrs Less than 24 hrs 2.0
Coastal Oil Spills2 Possible Limited Small 6 to 12 hrs More than 1 week 2.3
Nuclear Power Plant2 Unlikely Catastrophic Small Less than 6 hours More than 1 week 2.3
Terrorism Unlikely Catastrophic Negligible Less than 6 hrs Less than 6 hrs 2.2
Mass Migration Incident Possible Critical Moderate 6 to 12 hrs More than 1 week 2.8
Civil Disturbance Possible Limited Small Less than 6 hrs Less than 1 week 2.3
Critical Infrastructure
Disruption Possible Critical Large Less than 6 hrs Less than 1 week 3.3
Special Events Likely Minor Negligible Less than 6 hrs Less than 24 hrs 2.0
Red Tide/Algae Bloom2 Likely Limited Small More than 24 hrs More than 1 week 2.2
1Severe Storms and Tornadoes hazards average to a score of 2.76 and are therefore considered together as a high-risk hazard.
2Note: These risks varied by jurisdiction, so the most severe score is shown.
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The results from the PRI have been classified into three categories based on the assigned risk value which
are summarized in Table 2.88:
High Risk – Widespread potential impact. This ranking carries a high threat to the general
population and/or built environment. The potential for damage is widespread.
Medium Risk – Moderate potential impact. This ranking carries a moderate threat level to the
general population and/or built environment. Here the potential damage is more isolated and
less costly than a more widespread disaster.
Low Risk – Minimal potential impact. The occurrence and potential cost of damage to life and
property is minimal. This is not a priority hazard.
Table 2.88 – Summary of Hazard Risk Classification
High Risk
(> 2.4)
Flood
Tropical Cyclones
Severe Storms (Thunderstorm, Lightning, Hail, Tornado)
Wildfire
Drought
Extreme Heat
Sea Level Rise
Winter Storms and Freeze
Tsunami
Major Transportation Incidents
Pandemic Outbreak
Mass Migration Incident
Civil Infrastructure Disruption
Moderate Risk
(2.0 – 2.4)
Coastal Erosion
Earthquake
Hazardous Materials
Coastal Oil Spills
Nuclear Power Plant
Terrorism
Civil Disturbance
Civil Infrastructure Disruption
Red Tide/Algae Bloom
Special Events
Low Risk
(< 2.0) Sink Holes
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3.0 LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group (LMSWG) developed these goals and
objectives based on their communities’ comprehensive plans and codes. The LMSWG
adopted these as the Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) goals. They are up for review
annually and can be modified based on a quorum vote of LMSWG members. (NOTE:
See also Annex I of this LMS, for the Collier County Floodplain Management Plan. In
that plan see paragraph 7.8 (Setting Goals) for a more detailed listing of goals adopted by
the Floodplain Management Planning Committee specific to reducing the County’s flood
hazards exposure.)
Since the 2015 LMS was approved, the priorities have not changed and recently the LMS
working group added the cyber and sea level rise threats.
DEFINITION: “Collier County” used in this section means all cities, other
participating jurisdictions and certain eligible private-non-profit agencies under the
Board of County Commissioners (BCC).
GOAL 1
Collier County shall pursue efforts to reduce the vulnerability and exposure of its
residents and guests by protecting lives and property from the effects of natural,
man made and technological disasters.
Objective 1.1: Maximize the protection of the public’s health, safety and welfare
from natural, manmade and technological disasters.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 1.2: Reduce the potential loss of personal and public property caused
by natural, manmade and technological disasters.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 1.2.1: Collier County BCC and the municipalities shall pursue efforts
to reduce the number of repetitive loss properties within its boundary.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone, Sea Level Rise
Objective 1.2.1.1: Acquire the repetitive loss properties through funding
structured for such purposes.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone, Sea Level Rise
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Objective 1.2.1.2: Elevate the repetitive loss properties through financial
incentive programs that are developed for such purposes.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone, Sea Level Rise
Objective 1.3: Protect natural resources (such as environmentally sensitive lands
and aquifers) to maximize their survivability and to safeguard them from damages
caused by natural, manmade or technological disasters.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 1.4: Ensure the Land Development Codes and Ordinances are enough
to protect public safety and property.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 1.5: Develop and maintain evacuation plans for the safe evacuation of
residents from coastal storm surges, inland flooding, terrorist acts, hazardous
material incidents and wildland fires.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 1.6: Protect dune systems and coastal/marine resources from the
adverse effects of coastal development.
Hazard Mitigated: Tropical Cyclone, Sea Level Rise
Objective 1.7: Ensure that mitigation measures are adequately addressed in the
comprehensive system of coordinated planning, management and land
acquisition.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 1.8: Encourage land and water uses which are compatible with the
protection of environmentally sensitive lands and coastal resources.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone, Sea Level Rise
Objective 1.9: Prohibit development and other activities which negatively impact
coastal dune systems and promote the restoration of dune systems that have been
damaged.
Hazard Mitigated: Tropical Cyclone, Sea Level Rise
Objective 1.10: Expand shelter spaces for the growing number of People with
Special Needs (PSN) population. The shelters for the PSN community should
include hardened facilities equipped with generator(s) sufficiently sized to meet
the electrical needs to power the PSN’s medical devices, facility air conditioning
as well as provide power to the sewage lift-stations.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
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GOAL 2
The Collier County Emergency Management Division will take a pro-active role
in ensuring intra-governmental coordination within Collier County Government
and inter-governmental coordination with other government agencies to enhance
hazard mitigation planning activities.
Objective 2.1: Coordinate state and federal disaster training programs with all
government agencies in Collier County.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 2.2: Coordinate the essential flow of information before, during and
after a disaster.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 2.3: Encourage cooperation and participation of all public and private
agencies in mitigation planning.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 2.4: Ensure that the Collier County Hazard Mitigation Annex to the
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan incorporates appropriate mitigation
measures as reflected in each agency’s Emergency Support Function Annex or
Standard Operating Procedures.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 2.5: Adopt and use the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
of Incident Command and the Florida Incident Command System for disaster
management.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
GOAL 3
Reduce the vulnerability of critical and public facilities from the effects of
terrorism, natural, man made and technological disasters.
Objective 3.1: Encourage designing and installing wind and/or water proofing
components and target hardening for all designated proposed government owned
critical facilities.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone
Objective 3.2: Develop and maintain fuel, energy, communications and
preparedness plans that will be both practical and effective during periods of
disrupted energy and communication events.
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Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone, Cyber Attack
Objective 3.3: Incorporate hazard mitigation measures such as wind/flood
proofing and target hardening during any rehabilitation of existing public
facilities.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone
Objective 3.4: Harden shelter facilities, proposed and existing, from the hazards
they are vulnerable to as well as tying the sewage lift stations to generator backup
power.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 3.5: Continue to install backup power to all community sewage lift
stations.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 3.6: Support all governmental and quasi-governmental initiatives to
assure Continuity of Government (COG) through enhancing individual agency
Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP).
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
GOAL 4
Strengthen Post-Disaster, Recovery and Mitigation Plans.
Objective 4.1: Annually, analyze, review and update Post-Disaster, Recovery,
and Mitigation Plans and Ordinances.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 4.2: Work with other federal, state and local government agencies to
strengthen post-disaster, recovery, mitigation plans and ordinances.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 4.3: Work with other federal, state and local government agencies in
both pre- and post-disaster recovery establishing contracts to facilitate timely
restoration of public and private infrastructure
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
GOAL 5
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Improve coordination of disaster preparedness information through the broadcast,
social and print media to increase public awareness and participation in
preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation activities.
Objective 5.1: Develop and maintain a comprehensive multi-media, multi-
lingual public education program of disaster preparedness, response, recovery and
mitigation.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 5.2: Conduct educational programs and research to meet local, state,
regional planning, growth management and hazard mitigation needs or concerns.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 5.3: Work with media representatives to establish a standardized
format for use in dissemination of information to the media during all phases of a
disaster.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 5.4: Develop and maintain intergovernmental/coordinated information
and uniform procedures for public information offices during periods of potential
disaster situations.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
GOAL 6
Collier County and local Municipalities shall make every reasonable effort to
protect water resources, unique natural habitats and ecologically sensitive areas
such as wetlands, waterways and hardwood hammocks, and restore, to the
maximum extent feasible, degraded natural systems to their original state.
Objective 6.1: Conserve and protect wetlands and coastal natural features to
maintain their economic, aesthetic and recreational values.
Hazard Mitigated: All Hazards
Objective 6.2: Acquire, retain, manage and inventory public lands to provide
conservation and related public benefits.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood & Tropical Cyclone
Objective 6.3: Promote the use of agricultural and horticultural practices which
are compatible with the protection of natural systems.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone
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Objective 6.4: Protect and restore the ecological functions of wetland systems to
ensure their long-term environmental, economic and recreational values.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone
Objective 6.5: Protect and enhance water sources, public utilities, wetlands,
natural habitats from potential natural (wildfire and weather), manmade and
terrorist acts.
Hazard Mitigated: Flood, Tropical Cyclone
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4.0 Procedures for Prioritizing Hazard Mitigation Initiatives
4.1 SCORING
4.1.1 Changes made since the last LMS update: Since the 2015 LMS approval, the main
change to priorities, dealt with how the working group establishes its project priorities for each
new HMGP opportunity. Paragraph 4.1.3.1, below describes how projects are prioritized so as
to be fair to the participating jurisdictions.
4.1.2 Annex E contains a listing of those projects & action items identified by the participating
jurisdictions in Collier County as necessary for the successful implementation of the hazard
mitigation process. Initiative(s) submitted by a participating municipality will go on the prioritized
project/initiative listing (Annex E, of LMS: bit.ly/2nU3zO9. However, its placement on the list
in Annex E will depend on the score received on the “Mitigation Initiatives Evaluation Score
Sheet in Annex H. Each participating jurisdiction/agency has submitted initiatives that are
intended to mitigate the identified hazards as they may impact that jurisdiction/agency. Upon
submittal, the individual initiative is scored using the criteria identified by the participants as
being the most reflective of the mitigation needs of Collier County. Included in this listing are
the three review criteria deemed by FEMA as important: Cost effectiveness (represented by the
benefit-cost ratio), technical feasibility, and environmental soundness.
4.1.3 The submitting jurisdiction/agency scores each initiative and completes the “simplified
benefit-cost analysis (BCA)” prior to electronic submittal in MS Word format to the LMSWG via
the Collier County Emergency Management Office. The simplified BCA will utilize reasonable
costs for anticipated losses, and not just the total replacement cost of all facilities and
equipment. Additionally, the submitting entity must make a presentation to the assembled
LMSWG describing the mitigation project, its impact and support the presentation with graphics
and/or mapping to give the group an idea of the project’s location. The LMSWG reviews the
initiative and the recommended scoring. Upon review, the initiative is then placed on the
Prioritized Listing of Mitigation Action Items (Annex E).
4.1.3.1 SPECIAL RULES FOR PRIORITIZING HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM
(HMGP) PROJECTS: Following each disaster in the State of Florida, FEMA makes hazard
mitigation grant monies available via the HMGP program. The local LMSWG will establish a
project priority listing for each HMGP opportunity. PROCESS: After each disaster the LMSWG
Chair will notify each agency having a project on the project listing and determine their intent to
apply for an HMGP grant. Upon receipt of the “Notification of Funds Availability (NOFA)”,
the Chair will issue a letter to all those having a project in Annex E, Prioritized Listing of
Mitigation Action Items, stating they have 30 days from the date of the NOFA to let the
Chair of the LMSWG know of their intentions to apply for that grant. For those who do
not intend to apply, no further action is necessary on their part. For those who intend to apply,
each jurisdiction will prioritize their projects intended to be submitted to FEMA for funding. Once
all jurisdictions have their projects prioritized, the jurisdictions will be ordered alphabetically e.g.,
A, B, C, etc., by a means agreed upon by the Working Group. Then the #1 project of “A”, is first
on the priority listing to the State/FEMA, and project #1 of “B” will be second on the list to the
State/FEMA, etc. until all the projects meant to go forward are prioritized. Approved project
score sheets received after the “announced project prioritizing date” will be added to the bottom
of the prioritized listing in the order received by the emergency management office. (NOTE: Not
all HMGP projects submitted to the State/FEMA may be funded; however, for any project to be
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considered for funding as it becomes available, it must have an application submitted before the
closing date indicated on the NOFA.) The applicant must provide the Chair with documentation
of commitment to the local share funding by the applicant’s governing body. The Chair will
furnish each potential applicant a letter to submit along with their grant application package that
shows that the project complies with the county’s mitigation strategy and where it ranks.
4.1.4 For purposes of this section, jurisdictions will conduct a preliminary BCA for each project
prior to submittal to the working group. (Another BCA, using FEMA guidelines for federal grants
is required for actual grant application submission*.)
* NOTE: A Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) is required for all mitigation projects;
however, a BCA is not required for planning activities and some acquisition
projects. Florida Division of Emergency Management Mitigation staff will perform
the official FEMA BCA for all hazard mitigation projects. However, the applicant
can try to do one just to get an idea about the project’s eligibility or to get an idea
about what documents/proof you may need to provide to the State’s mitigation
project officer. Mitigation projects with a benefit-cost ratio less than 1.0 will not
be considered for the for a FEMA hazard mitigation grant.
Applicants and Sub-applicants are strongly encouraged to use FEMA's BCA
software for their analyses. The software can be obtained free from FEMA by
contacting the BCA hotline: 1-866-222-3580. Applicants may use programs or
mechanisms other than the FEMA benefit-cost model to determine the benefit-
cost ratio; however, the methodology used must be consistent with the FEMA
benefit-cost model and must be approved in advance by FEMA. More
information about the FEMA’s BCA program and guidelines can be found at:
https://www.fema.gov/benefit-cost-analysis.
4.1.5 RULE FOR INITIATIVES THAT CAN NOT BE SCORED, BUT ACHIEVES A
GOAL OF THE LMS: There have been times where some initiatives cannot be
scored or quantified because their nature, e.g. road elevation to facilitate
evacuations, conduct hurricane seminars in the community, etc. In these cases, if
the applicants want the initiatives on the priority listing, they will automatically be
placed at the end of the listing in the order received and approved. Should the
project later be completely scored on the worksheet, the projects position may
change on the priority chart.
4.1.6 PROJECT & INITIATIVE VALIDATION: In order to keep the priority listing
“fresh”, the Chair, LMSWG may contact the agencies responsible for projects or
initiatives to determine their validity annually.
4.1.7 APPLICANT’S PROJECT WORKSHEET WEIGHTING: The following is the
score weighting for each element of the project worksheet. This is to achieve better
neutrality/objectivity for each project scored.
Local Mitigation Strategy Prioritization Matrix
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Suitability = 25%
Parameter Weighting
Factor
Scoring Criteria Score Points
1 Appropriateness of
the Measure
40% 5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is
consistent with Local Mitigation goals
and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed, but doesn’t tie to
identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
5
3
1
200
120
40
2 Community
Acceptance
15% 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may
create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the
communities.
5
3
1
75
45
15
3 Environmental
Impact
15% 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
3
1
75
45
15
4 Legislation 15% 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws
and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and
regulations.
5
3
1
75
45
15
5 Consistent with
Existing Plans and
Priorities.
15%
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and
policies.
5
3
1
75
45
15
Parameter Subtotal 100% Sum of the parameter scores; max = 500 500
Suitability Subtotal (sum of parameter scores) / (maximum possible score) 100%
Risk = 50%
Parameter Weighting
Factor
Scoring Criteria Score Points
1 Scope of Benefits 15% 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and
unincorporated areas directly or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits half or more not all
of all the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated area.
5
3
1
75
45
15
2 Potential to protect
human lives
35% 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
0- Low: No lifesaving potential.
5
3
0
175
105
0
3 Importance of
Benefits
15% 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
5
3
1
75
45
15
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
10% 5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
5
3
50
30
Parameter Weighting Factor Percent Points
SUITABILITY SUBTOTAL 25% 100% 25
RISK REDUCTION SUBTOTAL 50% 100% 50
COST SUBTOTAL 25% 100% 25
TOTAL 100% 100
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1- Significant: Causes much
inconvenience (i.e.traffic jams, loss of power,
delays).
1 10
5 Economic Effect or
Loss
(Effect of implementing
the project on local
economy)
10%
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect
during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (minimal
disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses
closed, jobs affected).
5
3
1
50
30
10
6 Number of People
to Benefit
15% 5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000
5
3
1
75
45
30
Parameter Subtotal 100% Sum of the parameter scores; max = 500 500
Risk Subtotal (sum of parameter scores) / (maximum possible score) 100%
Cost = 25%
Parameter Weighting
Factor
Scoring Criteria Score Points
1 Initial Cost 15% 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to
$1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
5
3
1
75
45
15
2 Maintenance
/Operating Costs
5% 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the
initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial
cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial
cost.
5
3
1
25
15
5
3 Environmental Cost
Impact
40% 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
3
1
200
120
40
4 Financing
Availability
10% 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or
matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching
funds identified
5
3
1
50
30
10
5 Repetitive FLOOD
damages corrected
(applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured
structure(s) w/two
paid flood losses).
30%
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation
possible, but not documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
0 - Not an NFIP insured structure
5
3
1
0
150
90
30
0
Parameter Subtotal 100% Sum of the parameter scores; max = 500 500
Cost Subtotal (sum of parameter scores) / (maximum possible score) 100%
Benefit to Cost Ratio multiplied by the Final Score on the Project Score Sheet will provide
the final score for the Project Priority Listing.
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5.0 APPLICATION PROCESS & FUNDING SOURCES
5.1 PURPOSE
This section will address the process for seeking the funding for projects that mitigate the disaster’s
effects and how to be included on the County’s LMS project priority listing in Annex E.
5.2 THE PROCESS
5.2.1 Upon identification of a “ready to go” mitigation initiative, it is up to the entity that will
have ultimate responsibility for implementation to bring the project and potential funding source(s), if
not contained in Annex D (Potential Grant Funding Sources) to the attention of the LMSWG via either
a scheduled meeting or by submitting it to the Collier County Emergency Management Division who
will put it on a LMS meeting agenda. The submittal should include a brief summary of the project,
estimated costs, benefit-cost analysis, identification of matching funds (if available), the potential
sources of funds and a completed scoring sheet. (See Annex H)
5.2.2 Using the project scoring sheet (see Annex H), each project will then be evaluated and
compared to the funding source by the LMSWG. Annex H also addresses the special procedures for
evaluating projects. This review can take place via email, over the phone or in person, as availability
and time allows. Alternative or additional sources of funds may be identified if necessary.
.
5.2.3 It is the ultimate responsibility of the applicant to implement, manage and submit
progress reports for the project.
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6.0 Monitoring, Evaluating & Updating the Plan and Incorporation of Local Mitigation Strategy
into Existing Plans
6.1 Monitoring & Evaluating the Plan
6.1.1 The Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy is recognized to be a living document and not
simply a planning document. In recognition of this fact, continual monitoring, review and updating of the
contents of the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy are necessary. As a minimum, during the last
quarter of each calendar year, the Chair urges the members to review/evaluate the plan in order to obtain
the necessary votes to furnish the State the plan’s updates by the end of January each year. However,
voting members and the public are encouraged to constantly monitor and evaluate “the plan’s”
effectiveness and make recommendations for changes at any time; paying attention to changing risks and
validity of the prioritized projects. The LMS Chair is responsible for scheduling meetings and appointing
ad hoc committees to review recommendations and report findings back to the entire Local Mitigation
Strategy Working Group (LMSWG) for consideration and/or a vote. Additionally, at the annual
Floodplain Management Plan’s public outreach meetings the public is also reminded of the LMSWG, the
County’s Local Mitigation Strategy and the need for their input and participation. The current electronic
version of the Local Mitigation Strategy will be maintained at each of the Floodplain Managers’ offices
(City of Naples, Marco Island and Unincorporated Collier County), in the Emergency Management
Office and in the Office of the Mayor of Everglades City. Additionally, the most current Local
Mitigation Strategy will be posted on-line through the following URL: bit.ly/2nU3zO9. An electronic
version of the plan may be obtained through the Emergency Management Office (8075 Lely Cultural
Parkway, Naples, FL 34113).
6.1.2 The Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group shall hold quarterly meetings to monitor and
evaluate the effectiveness of the Local Mitigation Strategy and update the local government’s Local
Mitigation Strategy initiatives as necessary. The participating local governments/agencies shall present
new initiative projects they have identified at the quarterly meetings. These initiatives shall be evaluated,
prioritized, and incorporated into the Local Mitigation Strategy at these meetings. Those mitigation
initiatives that have been completed will be identified and moved to the Success Section of the Local
Mitigation Strategy. Initiatives that have not been completed shall be re-evaluated for further
consideration for inclusion in the Local Mitigation Strategy. The Mitigation Initiatives Evaluation
Scoring Sheet shall be used to evaluate each new initiative. In addition, following a disaster event, the
lessons learned or applicable comments from any post-event interagency hazard mitigation reports shall be
incorporated into the Local Mitigation Strategy. In addition to evaluating projects, the LMSWG shall
continually review & comment on the effectiveness of various documents that have impacts on mitigation
activities, i.e.:
Ordinances under review/revision that deal with the hazard mitigation.
The Collier County Growth Management Plan contains policies and goals to be reviewed this to
insure consistency with the Local Mitigation Strategy. Specific elements of the plan are:
o Conservation & Coastal Management Element
o Drainage Sub-Element
o Solid Waste Sub-Element
o Housing Element
o Future Land Use Element
o Urban Future Land Use Designation, Urban Coastal Fringe Sub-District, Density Rating
System, Affordable Housing Residential In-Fill Transfer of Development Rights
Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Overlay
o Golden Gate Area Master Plan Element
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6.1.3 Commencing in January 2005 and every January thereafter, the Chair of the Collier County Local
Mitigation Strategy Working Group shall report to the Collier County Citizen Corps Advisory Committee
the effectiveness of the Local Mitigation Strategy to date in meeting the hazard/disaster mitigation needs
of the county. The report will also include the distribution of revised/updated mitigation initiatives and
other sections of the Local Mitigation Strategy, as needed.
6.1.4 Public Involvement: The Collier County Emergency Management Department shall be
responsible for the scheduling and providing reasonable notice of all meeting LMS Working Group
meetings. Such reasonable notice shall be issued in advance of the meeting date in order to give the
public the opportunity to participate. At a minimum, the posting and distribution of meeting notices will
be conducted through the Collier County Communications and Customer Relations Department which is
responsible for the distribution of information for the County and includes news releases and posting on
the County web site calendar. Special meetings of any of the County’s LMS committees may be called
by any member should events significantly change or negate parts of the Local Mitigation Strategy;
however, again, reasonable notice shall be given to the public in order to participate. Additionally,
annually, at the Floodplain Management Plan public outreach evening meetings (i.e. a series of meetings
strategically located throughout the County in an effort to maximize public accessibility), the Chair of the
LMSWG will invite attendees to the Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group (LMSWG) meetings and
discuss the purpose and objectives of the Local Mitigation Strategy.
6.1.5 Updating the Plan: Every five years, the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy shall
undergo a formal 5-year cycle formal update process. The review of the Local Mitigation Strategy should
be completed six (6) months prior to the 5-year anniversary date of the FEMA-approval letter. The Local
Mitigation Strategy Working Group (LMSWG) may appoint a sub-committee to conduct an audit/review
of the overall Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy, assessing its effectiveness of the current Local
Mitigation Strategy and identifying those revisions necessary to meet the disaster/ hazard mitigation
needs of the county. If formed, the sub-committee shall report to the full Local Mitigation Strategy
Working Group at its next scheduled quarterly meeting. This was the case beginning in late 2007 and
continuing through 2009. A portion of each meeting was dedicated to reviewing the progress of updating
the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Members of the LMSWG each took portions of the then current Hazard
Mitigation Plan and evaluated the effectiveness of that portion and made recommendation to the Chair for
presentation to the LMSWG for a vote. The LMSWG then will report to the Collier County Citizens
Corps. The chart below represents the final evaluation and review status of the updated LMS. The report
shall also be provided to the elected officials of all participating local governments for review and
comment by their LMSWG respective representative. In conducting this review, the following six items,
suggested by FEMA, shall consider whether:
The goals and objectives address current and expected conditions;
The nature or magnitude of risks has changed;
The current resources are appropriate for implementing the Local Mitigation Strategy;
There are implementation problems, such as technical, political, legal, or coordination issues
with other agencies;
The outcomes have occurred as expected; and
The agencies and other partners participated as proposed.
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ITEM REVIEWED/APPROVED
(Note: The LMSWG approved the sections when indicated.
All meetings were advertised for public participation &
comment. The Collier County Citizens Corps, parent
advisory group for the LMSWG and at a publicly advertised
meeting, approved the LMS and directed the LMSWG Chair
to have the LMS presented to the Collier County Board of
County Commissioners (BCC) for adoption at the January
12, 2010 BCC meeting with the understanding that the State
and FEMA may require editorial adjustments later which
will be made upon approval of the LMSWG.)
LMSWG
Executive Summary 18 Oct 2019
Sec. 1 – Purpose, Organization & Outreach 18 Oct 2019
Sec. 2 – Hazard Identification & Vulnerability Analysis 20 Feb 2020
Sec. 3 – LMS Goals & Objectives 18 Oct 2019
Sec. 4 – Procedures for Prioritizing Hazard Mitigation
Initiatives
18 Oct 2019
Sec. 5 – Application Process & Funding Sources 18 Oct 2019
Sec. 6 – Monitoring, Evaluating & Updating the Plan and
Incorporation of the Local Mitigation Strategy into Existing
Plans
17 Jan 2020
Annex A – Maps 18 Oct 2019
Annex B – Resolutions Added as received
Annex C – Procedures to Assure Public Involvement 18 Oct 2019
Annex D – Potential Grant Funding Sources 18 Oct 2019
Annex E – Prioritized Listing of Mitigation Action Items 18 Oct 2019
Annex F – Meeting Minutes 18 Oct 2019
Annex G – LMS Membership 18 Oct 2019
Annex H – Initiative Scoring Criteria 18 Oct 2019
Annex I – Collier County’s Floodplain Plans 18 Oct 2019
6.1.6 Prior to the five-year anniversary of the adoption of the Local Mitigation Strategy, the Local
Mitigation Strategy Working Group (LMSWG) shall vote to transmit the draft report to the Collier
County Citizens Corps, who will in turn, transmit it to the State Hazard Mitigation Officer, Division of
Emergency Management, Florida Department of Community Affairs. Upon receipt of comments for the
State and subsequent revisions, the document shall be submitted to the Collier County Board of County
Commissioners, through the Citizens Corps. The Board shall vote to accept the Report and after review
and discussion, vote to adopt those revisions recommended by the LMSWG for inclusion in the Collier
County Local Mitigation Strategy.
6.1.7 During the following quarter, the LMSWG shall meet to review, endorse, and/or revise the report.
During this process, the LMSWG shall also take into consideration the comments of participating local
governments and other interested agencies/parties.
6.1.8 In addition to the Five-Year Update, the Local Mitigation Strategy may be submitted to the
Collier County Board of County Commissioners and participating City/Town Councils/ Commissions for
amendment following a major disaster/hazard event which may result in a substantial revision, as moved
by a vote of Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group, to the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy.
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6.2 Incorporation of Local Mitigation Strategy into Existing Plans
To ensure the full and complete implementation of the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy,
all participating local governments have attempted to incorporate references to the Local
Mitigation Strategy into their respective comprehensive plans and other documents containing
guiding principles as the opportunities present themselves in order to make us a more disaster
resistant community. We originally accomplished this by taking the advantage when our County
Planning department invited comments during the various plan and ordinance reviews during the
intervening years. Attachment 1 to this section shows how mitigation activities have been
incorporated in such documents as Collier County’s Growth Management (Comprehensive) Plan,
Post-Disaster Ordinance and the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
6.2.1 For the future, each jurisdiction says it will follow the process described below:
6.2.1.1 Unincorporated Collier County:
Changes in Development since 2015:
There was an overall decrease in the Urban Residential and Urban Coastal Fringe
future land use designations and an overall increase in commercial and mixed-use
designations. With the decreases in the coastal areas and increase in non-coastal
areas, growth, both residential and commercial, are positive and their vulnerability
is reduced due to the more stringent building codes in recent years.
Existing Authorities:
See Attachment 1 to Section 6.
Coordinators in the Emergency Management Office, the Floodplain Manager and members
of the Comprehensive Planning Section will weigh the goals and objectives of the LMS
against each plan and/or ordinance being reviewed at the time determined for each
document. The LMSWG will assess Goal 12 in the Conservation and Coastal Management
Element (CCME) of the GMP, which contains policy 12.1.9 which references the Hazard
Mitigation Plan, would include an assessment by the county that we needed to modify this
element to meet the specifics of any current mitigation requirements. Additionally, where
opportunities present themselves, the responsible agency will seek the LMSWG’s support
in amending the appropriate documents.
Future Plans:
# Will update Collier CEMP as changes are made to the LMS
# Lobbying for a Growth Management Department senior planner to as to more easily take
advantage of opportunities to infuse more mitigation initiatives in the Growth Management
Plan and other planning activities.
# Will continue to attend Floodplain Management Committee meetings to actively
participate in the Collier Floodplain Planning process.
6.2.1.2 The City of Naples:
Changes in Development since 2015:
The City of Naples is essentially a built-out community, mostly focusing on
redevelopment. In 2018, the City completed a Stormwater Master Plan update and
currently the City is overseeing a Sea Level Rise Study that should be completed
in 2020 focusing on the city’s infrastructure vulnerability. Redevelopment
projects that consist of larger commercial and/or mixed use developments are now
being required to provide for mitigation actions that may deal with open space,
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stormwater management and/or water quality issues. The City considers these
new mitigations efforts to have a positive effect on the community.
Existing Authorities:
# Comprehensive Plan
# Emergency Management Plan
# General Code
## 2012 Floodplain Management
## 2018 Building and Technical Codes
## 2010 Waterways
# Land Development Code
## Resource Protection Standards
### 1995 Marine Turtle Regulations
### 2019 Fertilizer Use and Maintenance of Urban Landscapes
## Zoning
### Conservation and Transitional Conservation Districts
# 2018 Stormwater Master Plan
Future Plans: The City of Naples is currently working on expanding some of these plans
by adding a Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment study to address mitigation of the
city’s most crucial and critical assets.
The Floodplain Coordinator and staff from the Planning Department are currently working
to incorporate the LMS plan into the Comprehensive Plan. Staff will continue to
emphasize the mitigation process in all areas of government and community development.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (adopted 9/4/13 resolution 13-13325)
and the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance adopted 6/13/12 resolution 12-13138 has
been reviewed to ensure incorporation of the LMS plan and will continue to make
amendments as necessary.
6.2.1.3 The City of Marco Island:
Changes in Development since 2015:
The City of Marco Island has experienced improvements to existing developments and
new developments since 2015 in accordance with predicted growth projections. To
manage development and growth of the community the City has advanced several
initiatives since 2015. Staff additions to the Community Affairs Divisions of Building and
Growth Management have enhanced the comprehensive and efficient review of
proposed development and building permits. Improvements to record management
systems through advancements in technology has provided for the electronic review
and response recording of staff and contractor communication. All records are now
digital, backed up and stored on the cloud. Allowing for safer storage and remote access
in case of a disaster. Most older plans and files have been scanned and stored on the
cloud as well.
Redevelopment projects that consist of larger commercial and/or mixed‐use
developments are now being required to provide for mitigation actions that may deal
with open space, stormwater management and/or water quality issues. The City of
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Marco Island Strategic Plan was completed in 2019. The Strategic Plan clearly prioritized
to Control Growth and Development / Redevelopment and to Protect the Pristine
Natural Environment and Water Quality. The Plan provides objectives for the Control
Growth and Development / Redevelopment including the updates to the
Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code and Infrastructure Master Plans.
The City’s Growth Management Division is charged with providing both current and
long‐range planning, environmental, and zoning services. Planning staff works with the
development community on proposed projects, site plan review, staff analysis of land
use petitions and variance requests, interpretation and enforcement of the City's Land
Development Code, and provides staff services to the Planning Board, Beach and Coastal
Resources Advisory Committee, and City Council. Long‐range planning efforts focus on
implementing policies contained in the adopted Comprehensive Plan and the review
and critique of the Land Development Code for changes consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan. City Council approved funding for the 2019/20 fiscal year budget
to update the Comprehensive Plan, addressing development, resiliency, and the City’s
level of service.
Significant to managing the City’s recent development growth has been the mandated
participation in the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal
Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Phase II Permit. The MS4 program is designed to
maintain a functioning efficient stormwater system by reducing the amount of
pollutants that enter the City’s waterbodies. The requirements of the MS4 program are
enacted through the City’s Stormwater Management Program, adopted in May 2015,
was designed to address six elements; Public Education and Outreach as to Stormwater
Impacts, Public Involvement/Public Participation, Illicit Discharge Detection and
Elimination, Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control, Post–Construction
Stormwater Management in New Development and Redevelopment and Pollution
Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations. The City’s participation in the
MS4 program has reduced the City’s vulnerability to natural disasters by maintaining a
quality managed stormwater drainage system to prevent flooding and subsequent
damage to residential and commercial properties.
Floodplain Management is another component improved by the City to manage growth
and development. With ninety‐nine percent (99%) of the City being in a Special Flood
Hazard area it is the City’s responsibility to promote public awareness of natural
disasters and the continuing participation in the Community Rating System (CRS)
program through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Participating in the CRS
program allows each resident on the Island to purchase flood insurance through the
NFIP. City staff works jointly with; residents, contractors, businesses, local, state, and
federal agencies to facilitate cooperation and the exchange of information on floodplain
management. Currently, the City of Marco Island has a CRS class rating of 5, warranting
an automatic 25% discount on NFIP policies. The Floodplain Management staff provides
plan review of improvements to existing developments and new developments specific
to design flood elevation compliance, elevation of finish floor, machinery elevation, wet
and dry floodproofing measures and compliance to the FEMA 50% rule. The actions of
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the Floodplain Management staff contribute to the reduction of vulnerability of the
City’s existing and new developments.
The City has enacted nine (9) hazard mitigation projects aimed to improve street drainage, harden
essential critical facilities and improve emergency power capabilities for sewer lift stations and reverse
osmosis wells. These mitigation efforts improve the City’s resiliency to tropical cyclone disaster events.
Currently, the Army Corps of Engineers is conducting a Collier County Coastal Storm Risk Management
Feasibility Study to promote resiliency and reduce the risk of coastal storm damage.
Many commercial, residential and multi‐family structures were damaged during Hurricane Irma. The
repair and restoration of these buildings in accordance with current Florida Building codes resulted in
mitigation improvements such as the protection of openings with impact rated doors / windows,
floodproofing for substantially damaged structures and use of resilient roof construction methods and
materials on reroofs. Our damage assessment software is now cloud based. Thus, damage assessment
activities can be coordinated remotely from any location and the data can be viewed from a central
location in real time, allowing for better coordination, quicker response and reporting in case of a
disaster.
The City of Marco Island considers the operational improvements, short‐ and long‐term planning and
ongoing mitigations efforts described herein to have a positive effect on the community.
Existing Authorities:
# City of Marco Island Comprehensive Plan
## See Attachment 2 to Section 6. Planned 2020 update will address mitigation
# City of Marco Island Code of Ordinances
## Chapter 6 – Building Code
## Chapter 6 ‐ Post‐Disaster Redevelopment Plan
## Chapter 18 – Fertilizer Regulations
## Chapter 18 – Stormwater Regulations
## Chapter 18 – Endangered, Threatened or Listed Species Protection
## Chapter 22 – Hazardous Materials Recovery
## Chapter 26 ‐ Floodplain Management
## Chapter 38 – Planning
## Chapter 46 ‐ Telecommunications
## Chapter 52 ‐ Utilities
## Chapter 54 ‐ Waterways and Beaches
# City of Marco Island Land Development Code
# City of Marco Island Stormwater Management Plan
# City of Marco Island Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
Currently in revision, will expand mitigation efforts
# Multi‐Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Strategy Work Group
# City’s Community Rating System (CRS) Premium Reduction Credit
# Flood Warning System
# Insurance Services Office’s (ISO) Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule
(BCEGS) rating system
# Water & Sewer Emergency Response Plan
# FlaWARN
The Growth Management Director, Chief Building Official and Floodplain Coordinator
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(CFM) and the staff from the Growth Management Planning Division are currently
amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan to include various Local Mitigation Strategy
(LMS) initiatives. Staff will continue to emphasize the goals and objectives of the
mitigation process in all area of government regarding regulation and development inside
and outside the floodplain. Attachment 2 shows ways the city may incorporate the LMS
in existing plans.
6.2.1.4 Everglades City:
Changes in Development since 2015:
The City of Everglades City is a small coastal community with a year-round
population of 410 people. Future land development in our city is subject to the
current carrying capacity of our wastewater treatment plant. We are currently
studying future designs for a new wastewater treatment facility that could be
constructed to allow land development. Our area has become increasingly
vulnerable to coastal flooding especially during king tide and tropical storm
events. We are working with the Southwest Florida Regional Resiliency Compact
to address the impacts of climate change and develop ways to improve our
resiliency.
Existing Authorities:
# Everglades City Comprehensive Plan - Goals, Objectives, Policies, Programs, which
will be consistent with those adopted by Collier County, Southwest Florida Regional
Planning Council (SWFRPC), State of Florida.
# City of Everglades Land Development Code
# Flood Ordinance
Future Plans:
On behalf of City residents, the Mayor and City Council will serve as an Everglades City
Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group (ECLMSWG) acting as the responsible agency
facilitating applications for grants designed to fund mitigation initiatives. As the
responsible agency, the Mayor and Council will assist applicants in submitting a Mitigation
Initiative Evaluation Score Sheet to the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy Working
Group (CCLMSWG) for its consideration at regularly scheduled CCLMSWG meetings.
6.2.1.4.1.1 The Mitigation Initiative Evaluation Score Sheet will provide a description of the project’s
impact and value to the community supported by a benefit-cost analysis (BCA) to be
completed by the applicant.
6.2.1.4.1.2 As the responsible agency, the Everglades City LMSWG, will be prepared to assist in
developing a presentation about Everglades City mitigation initiatives to the CCLMSWG
at one of its scheduled meetings.
6.2.1.4.1.3 A representative of the ECLMSWG will be charged with representing the City at regular
or special meetings of the CCLMSWG and reporting the outcome of each meeting to the
Mayor of Everglades City and the Office of the City Clerk.
6.2.1.4.1.4 Goal Achieved: Provides a mechanism for assisting City residents and businesses in
acquiring professional assistance and funding to mitigate well-documented hazards.
6.2.1.5 Special Districts such as the Collier Mosquito Control District, North Collier Fire and
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Rescue District, Greater Naples Fire Rescue District, Immokalee Fire Control
District, Collier County Public Schools and Heritage Bay Community Development
District.
These “jurisdictions” are “special districts” and they have adopted and will adopt the LMS
as they have participated in the planning process and working group. These districts don’t
have the same type of capabilities as municipalities. They all have the capability to
identify vulnerabilities and have the capacity to manage a grant to mitigate their
vulnerabilities.
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ATTACHMENT 1 to SECTION 6
PART I
COLLIER COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN EXCERPTS PERTAINING TO HAZARD MITIGATION
(https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/home/showdocument?id=84610)
(NOTE: These excerpts are examples of hazard mitigation. Should you need to cite one of these examples or
need further information related to any of these, go to the cited URL, open the referenced PDF document and
then use the “Control – F” to search for all current and related information for your search.)
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FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
C. UNDERLYING CONCEPTS
Management of Coastal Development
Two major coastal development issues in Collier County are the protection of natural resources and the balancing of
risk in natural hazard areas.
Extensive populated areas in Collier County are vulnerable to periodic salt-water inundation from tropical storms or
hurricanes. It is extremely important that an acceptable balance between at-risk population and evacuation capability
be achieved. In addition, public and private investment in such vulnerable areas must be carefully considered.
This issue is addressed here and in the Conservation and Coastal Management Element through several measures. A
Coastal High Hazard Area is identified on the Future Land Use Map essentially as all lands seaward of US 41. This
line is based on the close fit to the storm Category 1 SLOSH area (potential for saltwater flooding from 1 storm in
12 years) and evacuation planning areas. Within the Coastal High Hazard Area maximum permissible residential
density is limited in recognition of the level of risk, the existing deficiency of evacuation shelter space and existing
patterns of density. The Coastal High Hazard Area is also identified in the Conservation and Coastal Management
Element and policies are provided therein. Finally, coastal natural hazards are addressed through Land Development
Regulations already in effect relating to coastal building standards, per Chapter 161, Florida Statutes, and protection
of structures from floods, per County participation in the FEMA Flood Insurance Program.
OBJECTIVE 1: Unless otherwise permitted in this Growth Management Plan, new or revised uses of land shall be
consistent with designations outlined on the Future Land Use Map. The Future Land Use Map and companion
Future Land Use Designations, Districts and Sub-districts shall be binding on all Development Orders effective with
the adoption of this Growth Management Plan. Standards and permitted uses for each Future Land Use District and
Subdistrict are identified in the Designation Description Section. Through the magnitude, location and configuration
of its components, the Future Land Use Map is designed to coordinate land use with the natural environment
including topography, soil and other resources; promote a sound economy; coordinate coastal population densities
with the Regional Hurricane Evacuation Plan; and discourage unacceptable levels of urban sprawl.
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION DESCRIPTION SECTION
The following section describes the land use designations shown on the Future Land Use Map. These designations
generally indicate the types of land uses for which zoning may be requested. However, these land use designations
do not guarantee that a zoning request will be approved. Requests may be denied by the Board of County
Commissioners based on criteria in the Land Development Code or on special studies completed for the County.
I. URBAN DESIGNATION
Urban Designated Areas on the Future Land Use Map include two general portions of Collier County: areas with the
greatest residential densities, and areas in close proximity, which have or are projected to receive future urban
support facilities and services. It is intended that Urban Designated Areas accommodate most of the population
growth and that new intensive land uses be located within them. Accordingly, the Urban Area will accommodate
residential uses and a variety of non-residential uses. The Urban Designated Area, which includes Immokalee and
Marco Island represents less than 10% of Collier County’s land area.
The boundaries of the Urban Designated Areas have been established based on several factors, including: patterns of
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existing development; patterns of approved, but unbuilt, development; natural resources; water management;
hurricane risk; existing and proposed public facilities; population projections and the land needed to accommodate
the projected population growth.
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(IV)(XI)(XV)(XXI) 3. Urban Coastal Fringe Subdistrict:
The purpose of this Subdistrict is to provide transitional densities between the Conservation designated area
(primarily located to the south of the Subdistrict) and the remainder of the Urban designated area (primarily located
to the north of the Subdistrict). The Subdistrict comprises those Urban areas south of US 41, generally east of the
City of Naples, and generally west of the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District Neutral Lands, but excludes Section 13,
Township 51 South, Range 26 East, and comprises approximately 11,354 acres and 10% of the Urban Mixed Use
District. The entire Subdistrict is located seaward of the Coastal High Hazard Area Boundary. In order to facilitate
hurricane evacuation and to protect the adjacent environmentally sensitive Conservation designated area, residential
densities within the Subdistrict shall not exceed a maximum of 4 dwelling units per acre, except as allowed in the
Density Rating System to exceed 4 units per acre through provision of Affordable Housing and Transfers of
Development Rights, and except as allowed by certain FLUE Policies under Objective 5, and except as provided in
the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Overlay. New rezones to permit mobile home development within
this Subdistrict are prohibited. Rezones are recommended to be in the form of a Planned Unit Development.
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(IX) B. Rural Fringe Mixed Use District
The Rural Fringe Mixed Use District is identified on Future Land Use Map. This District consists of approximately
93,600 acres, or 7% of Collier County’s total land area. Significant portions of this District are adjacent to the Urban
area or to the semi-rural, rapidly developing, large-lot North Golden Gate Estates platted lands. Agricultural land
uses within the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District do not represent a significant portion of the County’s active
agricultural lands. As of the date of adoption of this Plan Amendment, the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District consists
of more than 5,550 tax parcels, and includes at least 3,835 separate and distinct property owners. Alternative land
use strategies have been developed for the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District, in part, to consider these existing
conditions.
The Rural Fringe Mixed Use District provides a transition between the Urban and Estates Designated lands and
between the Urban and Agricultural/Rural and Conservation designated lands farther to the east. The Rural Fringe
Mixed Use District employs a balanced approach, including both regulations and incentives, to protect natural
resources and private property rights, providing for large areas of open space, and allowing, in designated areas,
appropriate types, density and intensity of development. The Rural Fringe Mixed Use District allows for a mixture
of urban and rural levels of service, including limited extension of central water and sewer, schools, recreational
facilities, commercial uses and essential services deemed necessary to serve the residents of the District. In order to
preserve existing natural resources, including habitat for listed species, to retain a rural, pastoral, or park-like
appearance from the major public rights-of-way within this area, and to protect private property rights, the following
innovative planning and development techniques are required and/or encouraged within the District.
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(IX)1. Transfer of Development Rights (TDR), and Sending, Neutral, and Receiving Designations: The
primary purpose of the TDR process within the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District is to establish an equitable method
of protecting and conserving the most valuable environmental lands, including large connected wetland systems and
significant areas of habitat for listed species, while allowing property owners of such lands to recoup lost value and
development potential through an economically viable process of transferring such rights to other more suitable
lands. Within the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District, residential density may be transferred from lands designated as
Sending Lands to lands designated as Receiving Lands on the Future Land Use Map, subject to the provisions
below. Residential density may not be transferred either from or into areas designated as Neutral Lands through the
TDR process.
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IX) A) Receiving Lands: Receiving Lands are those lands within the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District that have
been identified as being most appropriate for development and to which residential development units may be
transferred from areas designated as Sending Lands. Based on the evaluation of available data, these lands have a
lesser degree of environmental or listed species habitat value than areas designated as Sending and generally have
been disturbed through development, or previous or existing agricultural operations. Various incentives are
employed to direct development into Receiving Lands and away from Sending Lands, thereby maximizing native
vegetation and habitat preservation and restoration. Such incentives include, but are not limited to: the TDR process;
clustered development; density bonus incentives; and, provisions for central sewer and water. Within Receiving
Lands, the following standards shall apply, except for those modifications that are identified in the North Belle
Meade Overlay:
4. Emergency Preparedness:
a) In order to reduce the likelihood of threat to life and property from a tropical storm or hurricane event, community
facilities, schools, or other public buildings shall be designed to serve as storm shelters if located outside of areas
that are likely to be inundated during storm events, as indicated on the Sea, Lake, and Overland Surge from
Hurricane Map for Collier County. Impacts on evacuation routes, if any, must be considered as well. Applicants for
new residential or mixed use developments proposed for Receiving Lands shall work with the Collier County
Emergency Management staff to develop an Emergency Preparedness Plan to include provisions for storm shelter
space, a plan for emergency evacuation, and other provisions that may be deemed appropriate and necessary to
mitigate against a potential disaster.
b) Applicants for new developments proposed for Receiving Lands shall work with the Florida Division of Forestry,
Collier County Emergency Management staff, and the Managers of any adjacent or nearby public lands, to develop a
Wildfire Prevention and Mitigation Plan that will reduce the likelihood of threat to life and property from wildfires.
This plan will address, at a minimum: project structural design; the use of materials and location of structures so as
to reduce wildfire threat; firebreaks and buffers; water features; and, the impacts of prescribed burning on adjacent
or nearby lands.
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V. OVERLAYS AND SPECIAL FEATURES
( XV) A. Area of Critical State Concern Overlay
The Big Cypress Area of Critical State Concern (ACSC) was established by the 1974 Florida Legislature. The
Critical Area is displayed on the Future Land Use Map as an overlay area. The Critical Area encompasses lands
designated Conservation, Agricultural/Rural, Estates and Urban (Port of the Islands, Plantation Island and
Copeland). The ACSC regulations notwithstanding, there is an existing Development Agreement between Port of
the Islands, Inc. and the State of Florida Department of Community Affairs, approved in July 1985, which regulates
land uses in the Port of the Islands Urban area; and, there is an Agreement between the Board of County
Commissioners and the Florida Department of Community Affairs, approved in April 2005, pertaining to
development in Plantation Island. Chocoloskee is excluded from the Big Cypress Area of Critical State Concern. All
Development Orders within the Critical Area shall comply with Chapter 28-25, Florida Administrative Code,
"Boundary and Regulations for the Big Cypress Area of Critical State Concern". Those regulations include the
following:
1. Site Alteration
b. Any non-permeable surface greater than 20,000 square feet shall provide for release of surface run off, collected
or uncollected, in a manner approximating the natural surface water flow regime of the area.
e. Fill areas and related dredge or borrow ponds shall be aligned substantially in the direction of local surface water
flows and shall be separated from other fill areas and ponds by unaltered areas of vegetation of comparable size.
Dredge or borrow ponds shall provide for the release of storm water as sheet flow from their downstream end into
unaltered areas of vegetation. Access roads to and between fill areas shall provide for the passage of water in a
manner approximating the natural flow regime and designed to accommodate the 50-year storm. Fill areas and
related ponds shall not substantially retain or divert the total flow in or to a slough or strand or significantly impeded
tidal action in any portion of the estuarine zone.
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2. Drainage
a. Existing drainage facilities shall not be modified so as to discharge water to any coastal waters, either directly or
through existing drainage facilities. Existing drainage facilities shall not be expanded in capacity or length except in
conformance with paragraph (2) below; however, modifications may be made to existing facilities that will raise the
ground water table or limit saltwater intrusion.
b. New drainage facilities shall release water in a manner approximating the natural local surface flow regime,
through a spreader pond or performance equivalent structure or system, either on site or to a natural retention, or
natural filtration and flow area. New drainage facilities shall also maintain a ground water level sufficient to protect
wetland vegetation through the use of weirs or performance equivalent structures or systems. Said facilities shall not
retain, divert, or otherwise block or channel the naturally occurring flows in a strand, slough or estuarine area.
c. New drainage facilities shall not discharge water into any coastal waters either directly or through existing
drainage facilities.
d. This rule shall not apply to drainage facilities modified or constructed in order to use land for agricultural
purposes or to convert land to such use.
3. Transportation
a. Transportation facilities which would retain, divert or otherwise block surface water flows shall provide for the re-
establishment of sheet flow through the use of interceptor spreader systems or performance equivalent structures and
shall provide for passage of stream, strand, or slough water through the use of bridges, culverts, piling construction
or performance equivalent structures or systems.
b. Transportation facilities shall be constructed substantially parallel to the local surface flow, and shall maintain a
historic ground water level sufficient to protect wetland vegetation through the use of weirs or performance
equivalent structures or systems and as feasible, the flows in such works shall be released to natural retention
filtration and flow areas.
c. Transportation facility construction sites shall provide for siltation and run-off control through the use of settling
ponds, soil fixing or performance equivalent structures or systems.
4. Structure Installation
a. Placement of structures shall be accomplished in a manner that will not adversely affect surface water flow or
tidal action.
b. Minimum lowest floor elevation permitted for structures shall be at or above the 100-year flood level, as
established by the Administrator of the Federal Flood Insurance Administration. The construction of any structure
shall meet additional Federal Flood Insurance Land Management and Use Criteria (24 CFR 1910), as administered
by the appropriate local agency.
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(VII) Policy 5.6
For those lands that are not voluntarily included in the Rural Lands Stewardship program, Collier County shall
direct non-agricultural land uses away from high functioning wetlands by limiting direct impacts within wetlands. A
direct impact is hereby defined as the dredging or filling of a wetland or adversely changing the hydroperiod of a
wetland. This policy shall be implemented as follows:
1. There are two (2) major wetlands systems within the RLSA, Camp Keais, Strand and the Okaloacoochee Slough.
These two systems have been mapped and are designated as FSA‟s. Policy 5.1 prohibits certain uses within the
FSA‟s, thus preserving and protecting the wetlands functions within those wetland systems.
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2. The other significant wetlands within the RLSA are WRA‟s as described in Policy 3.3. These areas are protected
by existing SFWMD wetlands permits for each area.
3. FSAs, HSAs and WRAs, as provided in Policy 5.3, and the ACSC have stringent site clearing and alteration
limitations, nonpermeable surface limitations, and requirements addressing surface water flows which protect
wetland functions within the wetlands in those areas. Other wetlands within the RLSA are isolated or seasonal
wetlands. These wetlands will be protected based upon the wetland functionality assessment described below, and
the final permitting requirements of the South Florida Water Management District.
g . Wetland preservation, buffer areas, and mitigation areas shall be identified or platted as separate tracts. In the
case of a Planned Unit Development (PUD), these areas shall also be depicted on the PUD Master Plan. These areas
shall be maintained free from trash and debris and from Category I invasive exotic plants, as defined by the Florida
Exotic Pest Plant Council. Land uses allowed in these areas shall be limited to those listed above (3.e.iv.) and shall
not include any other activities that are detrimental to drainage, flood, control, water conservation, erosion control or
fish and wildlife habitat conservation and preservation.
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TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT
(VI) OBJECTIVE 5:
The County shall coordinate the Transportation System development process with the Future Land Use Map.
(IV)(VI) Policy 5.8:
Should the TIS for a proposed development reflect that it will impact either a constrained roadway link and/or a
deficient roadway link within a TCMA by more than a de minimis amount (more than 1% of the maximum service
volume at the adopted LOS), yet continue to maintain the established percentage of lanes miles indicated in Policy
5.7 of this Element, a congestion mitigation payment shall be required as follows:
(VI) d. No impact will be de minimis if it exceeds the adopted LOS standard of any affected designated hurricane
evacuation routes within a TCMA. Hurricane routes in Collier County are shown on Map TR7. Any impact to a
hurricane evacuation route within a TCMA shall require a congestion mitigation payment provided the remaining
LOS requirements of the TCMA are maintained.
(VI) OBJECTIVE 10:
The County shall encourage safe and efficient mobility for the rural public.
(VI) Policy 10.1:
The County shall examine the maintenance and operational needs of the rural roadway system, addressing the
mobility needs of rural residents to include the availability of roads for rural-to-urban travel, travel within the rural
area, and for emergency evacuation purposes.
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CONSERVATION AND COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
(II) OBJECTIVE 1.3:
Pursuant to Administration Commission Final Order AC-99-002 dated June 22, 1999, the County has completed the
phased delineation, data gathering, management guidelines and implementation of the Natural Resource Protection
Area (NRPA) program as part of the required Collier County Rural and Agricultural Assessment. Through this
Assessment, the County has determined that the NRPA program is not the only mechanism to protect significant
environmental systems. Accordingly, within the Rural Lands Stewardship Area Overlay in the Future Land Use
Element, the County has delineated Stewardship Sending Areas that will function to protect large environmental
systems. Pursuant to the following policies, the County shall protect identified environmental systems through the
NRPA and Rural Lands Stewardship programs.
(II) Policy 1.3.3:
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Continue with management guidelines as defined within the County LDC that provide for the management and
conservation of the habitats, species, natural shoreline and dune systems for the undeveloped coastal barrier and
estuarine natural resources protection area.
(VI) Objective 2.1:
By January 2008, the County shall complete the prioritization and begin the process of preparing Watershed
Management Plans, which contain appropriate mechanisms to protect the County’s estuarine and wetland systems…
(VI) Policy 2.1.4:
All Watershed Management Plans shall address the following concepts:
g. The effects on natural flood plains, stream channels, native vegetative communities and natural protective barriers
which are involved in the accommodation of flood waters;
OBJECTIVE 2.3:
All estuaries shall meet all applicable federal, state and local water quality standards.
Policy 2.3.5:
Continue to have staff coordinate with the City of Naples staff regarding coordinated and cooperative planning,
management, and funding programs for limiting specific and cumulative impacts on Naples Bay and its watershed.
At a minimum, this agreement includes the following:
a. Insure adequate sites for water dependent uses,
b. Prevent estuarine pollution,
c. Control run-off,
d. Protect living marine resources,
e. Reduce exposure to natural hazards,
f. Ensure public access,
g. Provide a continuing monitoring program.
(II)(III)(VI) Objective 6.1:
The County shall protect native vegetative communities through the application of minimum preservation
requirements. The following policies provide criteria to make this objective measurable. These policies shall apply
to all of Collier County except for that portion of the County which is identified on the Countywide Future Land Use
Map (FLUM) as the Rural Lands Stewardship Area Overlay.
(II)(III)(VI) Policy 6.1.1:
For the County’s Urban Designated Area, Estates Designated Area, Conservation Designated Area, and
Agricultural/Rural Mixed Use District, Rural-Industrial District and Rural-Settlement Area District as designated
on the FLUM, native vegetation shall be preserved through the application of the following preservation and
vegetation retention standards and criteria, unless the development occurs within the Area of Critical State Concern
(ACSC) where the ACSC standards referenced in the Future Land Use Element shall apply. Notwithstanding the
ACSC requirements, this policy shall apply to all non-agricultural development except for single-family dwelling
units situated on individual parcels that are not located within a watershed management conservation area identified
in a Watershed Management Plan developed pursuant to policies supporting Objective 2.1 of this Element.
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(II)(III)(VI) Policy 6.1.2:
For the County’s Rural Fringe Mixed Use District, as designated on the FLUM, native vegetation shall be
preserved on site through the application of the following preservation and vegetation retention standards and
criteria:
Preservation and Native Vegetation Retention Standards:
f. In order to ensure reasonable use and to protect the private property rights of owners of smaller parcels of land
within lands designated Rural Fringe Mixed Use District on the Future Land Use Map, including nonconforming
lots of record which existed on or before June 22, 1999, for lots, parcels or fractional units of land or water equal to
or less than five (5) acres in size, native vegetation clearing shall be allowed, at 20% or 25,000 square feet of the lot
or parcel or fractional unit, whichever is greater, exclusive of any clearing necessary to provide for a 15-foot wide
access drive up to 660 feet in length. For lots and parcels greater than 5 acres but less than 10 acres, up to 20% of the
parcel may be cleared. This allowance shall not be considered a maximum clearing allowance where other
provisions of this Plan allow for greater clearing amounts. These clearing limitations shall not prohibit the clearing
of brush or under-story vegetation within 200 feet of structures in order to minimize wildfire fuel sources.
(6) A management plan shall be submitted for all preserve areas identified by specific criteria in the land
development regulations to identify actions that must be taken to ensure that the preserved areas will function as
proposed. The plan shall include methods to address control and treatment of invasive exotic species, fire
management, stormwater management (if applicable), and maintenance of permitted facilities. If applicable, a listed
species monitoring program shall be submitted pursuant to Policy 7.1.2 (2)(i).
(II)(III)(VI) Policy 6.1.8: [re-numbered to reflect merger of Ordinance No. 2002-32 and 2002-54]
An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), or submittal of appropriate environmental data as specified in the
County’s land development regulations, is required, to provide a method to objectively evaluate the impact of a
proposed development, site alteration, or project upon the resources and environmental quality of the project area
and the community and to insure that planning and zoning decisions are made with a complete understanding of the
impact of such decisions upon the environment, to encourage projects and developments that will protect, conserve
and enhance, but not degrade, the environmental quality and resources of the particular project or development site,
the general area and the greater community. The County’s land development regulations shall establish the criteria
for determining the type of proposed development requiring an EIS, including the size and nature of the proposed
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development, the location of the proposed development in relation to existing environmental characteristics, the
degree of site alterations, and other pertinent information.
(II)(III)(VI) Objective 6.2:
The County shall protect and conserve wetlands and the natural functions of wetlands pursuant to the appropriate
policies under Goal 6. The following policies provide criteria to make this objective measurable. The County’s
wetland protection policies and strategies shall be coordinated with the Watershed Management Plans as required by
Objective 2.1 of this Element.
(II)(III)(VI) Policy 6.2.6: [re-numbered to reflect merger of Ordinance No. 2002-32 and 2002-54]
Within the Urban Designation and the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District, required wetland preservation areas,
buffer areas, and mitigation areas shall be dedicated as conservation and common areas in the form of conservation
easements and shall be identified or platted as separate tracts; and, in the case of a Planned Unit Development
(PUD), these areas shall also be depicted on the PUD Master Plan. These areas shall be maintained free from trash
and debris and from Category I invasive exotic plants, as defined by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council. Land
uses allowed in these areas shall be limited to those listed in Policy 6.2.5(5)d of this element and shall not include
any other activities that are detrimental to drainage, flood control, water conservation, erosion control or fish and
wildlife habitat conservation and preservation.
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(IV) OBJECTIVE 10.1:
Priorities for shoreline land use shall be given to water dependent uses over water related land uses and shall be
based on type of water-dependent use, adjacent land use, and surrounding marine and upland habitat considerations.
The Collier County Manatee Protection Plan (NR-SP-93-01) May 1995 restricts the location of marinas and may
limit the number of wet slips, the construction of dry storage facilities, and boat ramps, based upon the Plan’s
marina siting criteria.
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(VI) Policy 10.1.6:
All new marinas, water-dependent and water-related uses that propose to destroy viable, naturally functioning
marine wetlands shall be required to perform a fiscal analysis in order to demonstrate the public benefit and
financial feasibility of the proposed development.
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OBJECTIVE 10.3:
Undeveloped coastal barriers shall be maintained predominantly in their natural state and their natural function shall
be protected, maintained and enhanced.
(VI) Policy 10.3.6:
Prohibit construction of structures seaward of the Coastal Construction Setback Line on undeveloped coastal
barriers. Exception shall be for passive recreational structures, access crossovers, and where enforcement would not
allow any reasonable economic utilization of such property. In the latter event, require construction that minimizes
interference with natural function of such coastal barrier system.
Policy 10.3.7:
Participate in and encourage Regional and State programs to acquire naturally functioning, undeveloped coastal
barrier systems to insure the preservation of their natural function.
(VI) Policy 10.3.13:
Substantial alteration of the natural grade on undeveloped coastal barriers, through filling or excavation shall be
prohibited except as part of an approved dune and/or beach restoration program, or as part of an approved public
development plan for one or more of the uses allowed by Policy 10.3.4, above.
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OBJECTIVE 10.4:
Developed coastal barriers and developed shorelines shall be continued to be restored and then maintained, when
appropriate by establishing mechanisms or projects which limit the effects of development and which help in the
restoration of the natural functions of coastal barriers and affected beaches and dunes.
Policy 10.4.1:
Promote environmentally acceptable and economically feasible restoration of the developed coastal barriers and the
urban beach and dune systems.
Policy 10.4.2:
Prohibit further shore hardening projects except where necessary to protect existing structures, considering the total
beach system and adjacent properties.
(VI) Policy 10.4.3:
Collier County shall prohibit activities which would result in man-induced shoreline erosion beyond the natural
beach erosion cycle or that would deteriorate the beach and dune system. Implementation of this policy will be
based upon available scientific/coastal engineering literature/studies that have established benchmarks for natural
rates of beach erosion.
Policy 10.4.4:
Require dune stabilization and restoration improvements in land development projects along beach areas.
Policy 10.4.5:
Initiate and support beach and dune restoration and preservation programs where appropriate.
Policy 10.4.6:
Require native vegetation as landscaping in development activities in developed coastal barrier systems and on the
beach and dune systems.
(VI) Policy 10.4.7:
Collier County shall prohibit construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Setback Line except where such
construction would be permitted pursuant to the provisions of the Florida Coastal Zone Protection Act of 1985,
where such prohibition would result in no reasonable economic utilization of the property in question, or for safety
reasons. In such cases, construction will be as far landward as is practicable and effects on the beach and dune
system and the natural functions of the coastal barrier system shall be minimized.
(VI) Policy 10.4.8:
Collier County shall allow construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Setback Line for public access and
protection and activities related to restoration of beach resources. Such construction shall not interfere with sea turtle
nesting, will utilize native vegetation for dune stabilization, will maintain the natural beach profile, will minimize
interference with natural beach dynamics, and, where appropriate, will restore the historical dunes with native
vegetation.
(VI) Policy 10.4.9:
Collier County shall prohibit seawall construction on properties fronting the Gulf of Mexico except in instances
where erosion poses an imminent threat to existing buildings.
(VI) Policy 10.4.10:
The County shall prohibit vehicles on beaches and dunes except for the following:
1. Emergency vehicles responding to incidents.
2. Vehicles associated with environmental maintenance, environmental monitoring, or conservation
purposes.
3. Vehicles limited to set-up and removal of equipment of permitted events, in conjunction with permanent
concession facilities, or permitted uses of commercial hotels.
4. Beach raking or beach cleaning.
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5. Vehicles needed for beach nourishment or inlet maintenance
6. Vehicles necessary for construction that cannot otherwise access a site from an upland area.
Policy 10.4.12: In permitting the repair and/or reconstruction of shore parallel engineered stabilization
structures, require, where appropriate, at a minimum:
a. All damaged seawalls will be replaced with, or fronted by, b. Where appropriate, repaired structures will
be redesigned
Policy 10.4.13: Development and redevelopment proposals shall consider the implications of potential
rise in sea level.
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OBJECTIVE 10.5:
For undeveloped shorelines, provide improved opportunities for recreational, educational, scientific, and esthetic
enjoyment of coastal resources by protecting beaches and dunes and by utilizing or where necessary establishing
construction standards, which will minimize the impact of manmade structures on the beach and dune systems.
Policy 10.5.1:
Recreation that is compatible with the natural functions of beaches and dunes is the highest and best land use.
Policy 10.5.2:
Prioritize acquisition efforts in order to meet the projected need for additional public beaches.
Policy 10.5.3:
Prohibit activities which would result in man induced shoreline erosion beyond the natural beach erosion cycle or
that would deteriorate the beach dune system.
(VI) Policy 10.5.4:
Prohibit construction of any structure seaward of the Coastal Construction Setback Line. Exception shall be for
passive recreational structures, access crossovers, and where enforcement would not allow any reasonable economic
utilization of such property. In the latter event, require construction that minimizes interference with natural function
of such beaches and dunes.
(VI) Policy 10.5.5:
The County shall prohibit vehicles on the beaches and dunes except for emergency, environmental monitoring and
environmental maintenance purposes.
Policy 10.5.6:
Regulate activities so that they will not threaten the stability of the dunes or the beach itself.
Policy 10.5.7:
Pursue the acquisition of undeveloped beaches and dunes as the first alternative to development.
Policy 10.5.8:
Prohibit shoreline armoring processes and encourage non-structural methods for stabilizing beaches and dunes.
(VI) Policy 10.5.9:
Prohibit construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Setback Line except as follows:
a. Construction will be allowed for public access;
b. For protection and restoration of beach resources;
c. In cases of demonstrated land use related hardship or safety concerns as specified in The 1985 Florida
Coastal Zone Protection Act, there shall be no shore armoring allowed except in cases of public safety.
Policy 10.5.10:
Construction activities shall not interfere with the sea turtle nesting, shall preserve or replace any native vegetation
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on the site, and shall maintain the natural beach profile and minimize interference with the natural beach dynamics
and function.
(VI) Policy 10.5.11:
The County will waive all other non-safety related setback requirements and site planning requirements before
allowing construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Setback Line.
Policy 10.5.12:
For all beach front land development related projects require dune stabilization and restoration improvements, the
removal of exotic vegetation, and replacement with native vegetation, as appropriate.
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(I) OBJECTIVE 10.6:
The County shall conserve the habitats, species, natural shoreline and dune systems contained within the County’s
coastal zone.
(I)(VI) Policy 10.6.1:
In addition to those applicable policies supporting Objectives 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, and 10.5, development within
the County’s coastal zone shall also meet the following criteria:
1. Densities on the following undeveloped coastal barriers shall not exceed 1 unit per 5 acres;
a. Wiggins Pass Unit FL-65P,
b. Clam Pass Unit FL-64P,
c. Keywaydin Island Unit P-16,
d. Cape Romano Unit P-15.
2. Site alterations shall be concentrated in disturbed habitats thus avoiding undisturbed pristine habitats
(Reference Policy 10.1.4).
3. Beachfront developments shall restore dune vegetation.
4. Projects on coastal barriers shall be landscaped with native Southern Floridian species.
5. Boathouses, boat shelters and dock facilities shall be located and aligned to stay at least 10 feet from any
existing seagrass beds except where a continuous bed of seagrass exists off of the shore of the property, in which
case facility heights shall be at least 3.5 feet NGVD, terminal platforms shall be less than 160 square feet and access
docks shall not exceed a width of four (4) feet.
6. The requirements of this policy identify the guidelines and performance standards for undeveloped
coastal barriers and estuarine areas that are contained within the County’s coastal barrier and estuarine area Natural
Resource Protection Area (NRPA – reference CCME Policy 1.3.1). These guidelines and standards therefore
satisfy the requirements of CCME Policy 1.3.1.
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(I)(VI) OBJECTIVE 12.1:
The County will maintain hurricane evacuation clearance times as required by state law. An evacuation clearance
time shall be defined as having residents and visitors in an appropriate refuge away from storm surge prior to the
arrival of sustained Tropical Storm force winds, i.e., winds equal to or greater than 39 mph. To further these
objectives, for future mobile home developments located outside of the storm surge zone, such development shall
include on-site sheltering or retrofitting of an adjacent facility. The Collier County Emergency Management
Department shall seek opportunities to increase shelter facilities and associated capacities under the direction of the
Department of the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
(VI) Policy 12.1.1:
Collier County will develop and maintain a comprehensive public awareness program. The program will be
publicized prior to May 30th of each year. Evacuation zones, public shelters and evacuation routes shall be printed
in each local newspaper, displayed on the Collier County Emergency Management website, and the availability of
this information will be discussed on local television newscasts. This information shall also be made readily
available to all hotel/motel guests.
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(I) Policy 12.1.2:
Land use plan amendments in the Category 1 hurricane vulnerability zone shall only be considered if such increases
in densities provide appropriate mitigation to reduce the impacts of hurricane evacuation times.
(VI) Policy 12.1.3:
The County shall continue to identify and maintain shelter space for 32,000 persons by 2006 and 45,000 by 2010.
Shelter space capacity will be determined at the rate of 20 square feet per person.
(VI) Policy 12.1.4:
The County shall continue to maintain hurricane shelter requirements and standards for all new mobile home parks
and mobile home subdivisions, or existing mobile home parks and mobile home subdivisions in the process of
expanding, which accommodate or contain 26 units or more. Such mobile home parks or mobile home subdivisions
shall be required to provide emergency shelter space on-site, or to provide funding to enhance one or more existing
public shelters off-site. The building which provides the on-site shelter space (if this option is chosen) will be of
such a size as to provide shelter to park or subdivision residents at the rate of 20 square feet per person. For the
purposes of this policy, the size of the on-site shelter structure shall be determined by estimating the park or
subdivision population during the June-November time frame, based upon methodologies utilized by the Collier
County Emergency Management Department.
(VI) Policy 12.1.5:
On-site shelters within mobile home parks or mobile home subdivisions shall be elevated to a minimum height equal
to or above the worst case Category 3 hurricane flooding level, based upon the most current National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration’s storm surge model, known as Sea, Lake, and Overland Surges from Hurricanes
(SLOSH). The wind load criteria for buildings and structures designated as “essential facilities” in the latest Florida
Building Code, shall guide the design and construction of the required shelters. Shelters shall be constructed with
emergency electrical power and potable water supplies; shall provide glass protection by shutters or other approved
material/device; and shall provide for ventilation, sanitary facilities and first aid equipment. A telephone, automatic
external defibrillator (AED) and battery-operated radio are also required within the shelter.
(VI) Policy 12.1.6:
The Directors of the Transportation Planning and Emergency Management Departments will review, at least
annually, evacuation route road improvement needs to ensure that necessary improvements are reflected within
Table A, the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements, as contained within the Capital Improvement Element of
this Growth Management Plan.
(VI) Policy 12.1.7:
The County shall update the hurricane evacuation portion of the Collier County Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan prior to June 1st of each year by integrating all appropriate regional and State emergency plans in
the identification of emergency evacuation routes.
(VI) Policy 12.1.8:
The County's land development regulations include mitigation policies addressing flood plains, beach and dune
alteration and storm water management.
(I)(VI) Policy 12.1.9:
Collier County shall annually update its approved Hazard Mitigation Plan, formerly known as the “Local Hazard
Mitigation Strategy” through the identification of new or ongoing local hazard mitigation projects and appropriate
funding sources for such projects.
(I)(VI) Policy 12.1.10:
All new Public Safety facilities in Collier County will be flood-resistant and designed to meet 155 mph wind load
requirements and shall have provisions for back-up generator power.
(I)(VI) Policy 12.1.11:
The County will continue to coordinate with Collier County Public Schools to ensure that all new public schools
outside of the Coastal High Hazard Area are designed and constructed to meet the Public Shelter Design Criteria, as
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contained in “State Requirements for Educational Facilities” (1999).
(I)(VI) Policy 12.1.12:
The County will continue to work with the Board of Regents of the State University System to ensure that all new
facilities in the State University System that are located outside of the Coastal High Hazard Area are designed and
constructed to meet the Public Shelter Design Criteria, as contained in “State Requirements for Educational
Facilities” (1999) and the Florida Building Code.
(I)(VI) Policy 12.1.13:
The County will continue to mitigate previously identified shelter deficiencies through mitigation from
Developments of Regional Impact, Emergency Management Preparedness and Enhancement grants, Hazard
Mitigation and Pre-disaster Mitigation Grant Programs funding, and from funds identified in the State’s annual
shelter deficit studies.
(VI) Policy 12.1.14:
Prior to adoption of the 2007 Annual Update and Inventory Report (A.U.I.R.), Collier County shall evaluate whether
to include hurricane shelters in the 5-year schedule of Capital Improvements.
(I)(VI) Policy 12.1.15:
All new nursing homes and assisted living facilities that are licensed for more than 15 clients will have a core area to
shelter residents and staff on site. The core area will be constructed to meet the Public Shelter Design Criteria that is
required for new public schools and public community colleges and universities (“State Requirements for
Educational Facilities,” 1999). Additionally this area shall be capable of ventilation or air conditioning provided by
back-up generator for a period of no less than 48 hours.
(I)(VI) Policy 12.1.16:
The County will coordinate with the Florida Department of Transportation on its plans to one-way evacuation routes
on State maintained roads that are primary evacuation routes for vulnerable populations.
(VI) Policy 12.1.17:
Collier County is conducting a Hurricane Evacuation Study. If warranted by the results of that study, further
restriction on development may be proposed.
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(VI) OBJECTIVE 12.2:
The County shall ensure that publicly funded buildings and publicly funded development activities are carried out in
a manner that demonstrates best practice to minimize the loss of life, property, and re-building cost from the affects
from hurricanes, flooding, natural and technological disaster events. Best practice efforts may include, but are not
limited to:
a. Construction above the flood plain;
b. maintaining a protective zone for wildfire mitigation;
c. installation of on-site permanent generators or temporary generator emergency connection points;
d. beach and dune restoration, re-nourishment, or emergency protective actions to minimize the loss of
structures from future events;
e. emergency road repairs;
f. repair and/or replacement of publicly owned docking facilities, parking areas, and sea walls, etc.
(VI) Policy 12.2.1:
The Hazard Mitigation section of the Collier County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) shall
continue to be reviewed and updated every four (4) years beginning in 2005. This periodic update of the CEMP shall
include a review and update (as may be necessary) of the County’s hurricane evacuation and sheltering procedures.
(VI) Policy 12.2.2:
Within the coastal high hazard area, the calculated needs for public facilities, as represented in the Annual Update
and Inventory Report (A.U.I.R.) and Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements, will be based on the County’s
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adopted level of service standards and projections of future growth allowed by the Future Land Use Element.
Policy 12.2.3:
The County shall participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
(VI) Policy 12.2.4:
The County shall maintain requirements for structural wind resistance as stated in the latest edition of the Florida
Building Code.
(I)(VI) Policy 12.2.5:
The County shall consider the Coastal High Hazard Area as a geographical area lying within the Category 1 storm
surge zone as presently defined in the 2001 Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council’s Hurricane Evacuation
Study, or subsequently authorized storm surge or evacuation planning studies coordinated by the Collier County
Emergency Management Department and approved by the Board of County Commissioners.
Policy 12.2.6:
The County shall require that all new sanitary sewer facilities in the coastal high-hazard flood area be flood proofed,
be designed to reduce leakage of raw sewage during flood events to the maximum extent practicable and new septic
tanks shall be fitted with back-flow preventers.
(VI) Policy 12.2.7:
The County shall continue to assess all undeveloped property within the coastal high hazard area and make
recommendations on appropriate land use.
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OBJECTIVE 12.3:
The County shall develop and maintain a task force that will plan and guide a unified County response to post-
hurricane disasters.
Policy 12.3.1:
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan shall comply with the policies under this objective, and shall
contain step-by-step details for post disaster recovery.
Policy 12.3.2:
After a hurricane that necessitated an evacuation, the Board of County Commissioners shall meet to hear
preliminary damage assessments. This will be done prior to re-entry of the population. At that time, the Commission
will activate the recovery task force and consider a temporary moratorium on building activities not necessary for
the public health, safety and welfare.
(VI) Policy 12.3.3:
The Recovery Task Force shall include the Sheriff of Collier County, the Community Development and
Environmental Services Division Administrator, the Comprehensive Planning Director, the Zoning and Land
Development Review Director, the Emergency Management Director and other members as directed by the Board
of County Commissioners. The Board should also include representatives from municipalities within Collier County
that have received damage from the storm to become members of the Recovery Task Force.
(VI) Policy 12.3.4:
The Collier County Recovery Task Force responsibilities shall be identified in the Code of Laws and Ordinances.
Policy 12.3.5:
Immediate repair and clean-up actions needed to protect the public health and safety include repairs to potable
water, wastewater, and power facilities, debris removal, stabilization or removal of structures that are in danger of
collapsing, and minimal repairs to make dwellings habitable. These actions shall receive first priority in permitting
decisions.
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Policy 12.3.6:
Structures in the coastal high-hazard area which have suffered damage to pilings, foundations, or load-bearing walls
on one or more occasion shall be required to rebuild landward of their current location or to modify the structure to
mitigate any recurrence of repeated damage.
(VI) Policy 12.3.7:
The County has developed, adopted and maintains a Post-disaster Recovery, Reconstruction and Mitigation
Ordinance, for the purpose of evaluating options for damaged public facilities including abandonment (demolition),
repair in place, relocation, and reconstruction with structural modifications. The process described within the
Ordinance considers these options in light of factors such as cost to construct, cost to maintain, recurring damage,
impacts on land use, impacts on the environment and public safety.
Policy 12.3.8:
Within 30 days of a hurricane resulting in disaster the County shall identify non-public structures in the coastal high-
hazard area, inventory their assessed value, judge the utility of the land for public access and make
recommendations for acquisition during post-disaster recovery.
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(VI) OBJECTIVE 12.4:
The County shall make every reasonable effort to meet the emergency preparedness requirements of people with
special needs such as the elderly, handicapped, the infirmed and those requiring transportation from a threatened
area. In the event of a countywide emergency, such as a hurricane or other large-scale disaster, the County
Emergency Management Department shall open and operate one or more refuges for persons listed on the County’s
Special Needs Registry and their caregivers. Medical and support equipment at such refuges will include, but not
necessarily be limited to, respirators, oxygen tanks, first aid equipment, disaster cots and blankets, and defibrillators.
Policy 12.4.1:
All new hospitals, nursing homes, and adult congregate living facilities shall prepare an emergency preparedness
plan for approval by the Emergency Management Department prior to receiving a final development order.
Policy 12.4.2:
The County, in cooperation with other public agencies and public service groups, shall make a reasonable effort to
provide for the emergency transportation needs of people having limited mobility that do not reside in licensed
institutions serving people with special needs.
Policy 12.4.3:
The County, in cooperation with the Collier County Health Department and other public service groups shall make a
reasonable effort to provide basic medical services in selected shelters designated as special needs shelters.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT
(VIII) Policy 1.2:
The quantity of public facilities that is needed to eliminate existing deficiencies and to meet the needs of future
growth shall be determined for each public facility by the following calculation:
Q = (S x D) - I.
Where: “Q” is the quantity of public facility needed,
“S” is the standard for level of service,
“D” is the demand, such as the population, and
“I” is the inventory of existing facilities.
A. The calculation will be used for existing demand in order to determine existing deficiencies. The calculation will
be used for projected demand in order to determine needs of future growth. The estimates of projected demand will
account for demand that is likely to occur from previously issued development orders as well as future growth.
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Management and Future Land Use Elements of this Growth Management Plan.
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(VIII)(X) OBJECTIVE 3 (PUBLIC EXPENDITURES: COASTAL HIGH HAZARD AREA):
Effective with plan implementation, limit public expenditures in the coastal high hazard area to those facilities, as
described in Policy 1.1 above, needed to support new development to the extent permitted in the Future Land Use
Element.
(VIII)(X) Policy 3.1:
The County shall continue to expend funds within the coastal high hazard area for the replacement and maintenance
of public facilities identified in the Conservation and Coastal Management Element including, but not limited to
arterial and collector roads, sanitary sewer service - wastewater treatment systems, potable water supply systems,
surface water – stormwater management systems, solid waste collection and disposal systems, natural groundwater
aquifer recharge areas, and park and recreation facilities.
(VIII) Policy 3.2:
Within the coastal high hazard area, the calculated needs for public facilities, as represented in the Schedule of
Capital Improvements, will be based on the County’s adopted level of service standards and projections of future
growth allowed by the Future Land Use Element.
(III)(VIII)(X) Policy 3.3:
The County shall continue to support public access to beaches, shores and waterways. Such support shall include
public expenditures for the maintenance of existing public facilities and beach renourishment, and may include
public expenditure for beach, shore and waterway access.
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(VIII) Policy 4.7:
The County shall ensure that publicly funded buildings and publicly funded development activities are carried out in
a manner that demonstrates best practice to minimize the loss of life, property, and re-building cost from the effects
from hurricanes, flooding, natural and technological disaster events. Best practice efforts may include, but are not be
limited to:
a. Construction above the flood plain;
b. Maintaining a protective zone for wildfire mitigation;
c. Installation of on-site permanent generators or temporary generator emergency connection points;
d. Beach and dune restoration, re-nourishment, or emergency protective actions to minimize the loss of structures
from future events;
e. Emergency road repairs; and,
f. Repair and/or replacement of publicly owned docking facilities, parking areas, and sea walls.
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HOUSING ELEMENT
(II) OBJECTIVE 4:
Collier County and the City of Naples will conduct a comprehensive housing survey, every three years or sooner, for
the purpose of identifying substandard dwelling units. Through continued enforcement of County housing codes,
and the provision of housing rehabilitation or replacement programs, the number of substandard units (associated
with a lack of plumbing and/or kitchen facilities) throughout the County shall be reduced by 5% per year through
rehabilitation or demolition.
JOINT CITY/COUNTY POLICIES
(II) Policy 4.4:
In the event of a natural disaster, replacement housing shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local codes
and shall consider factors such as, but not limited to, commercial accessibility, public facilities, places of
employment, and housing income.
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(II) OBJECTIVE 7:
Although mobile home developments currently exist within the coastal areas of Collier County, as a result of the
coastal community’s susceptibility to flooding and storm surges, no new rezone to permit mobile home development
will be allowed within the Coastal High Hazard Area, as depicted on the countywide Future Land Use Map.
CITY POLICIES
* Policy 7.2:
Additional mobile home developments will not be permitted in the city limits due to the City’s low elevation,
susceptibility to flooding, storm surges and high winds in hurricane and tropical storms and that mobile homes are
particularly vulnerable to damage.
COUNTY POLICIES
(II) * Policy 7.3:
The County has numerous sites where mobile homes are a permitted use and these sites will continue to be available
for mobile home developments. However, due to the low lying elevations, susceptibility to flooding, storm surges
and high winds from hurricanes and tropical storms, and that mobile homes are particularly vulnerable to damage,
no additional sites will be zoned for mobile home development within the Coastal High Hazard Area, as depicted on
the countywide Future Land Use Map.
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GOLDEN GATE AREA MASTER PLAN
(VIII) OBJECTIVE 6.3:
In planning and constructing road improvements within Golden Gate Estates and Golden Gate City, Collier County
shall coordinate with local emergency services officials to ensure that the access needs of fire department, police and
emergency management personnel and vehicles are met.
(VIII) Policy 6.3.1:
Beginning in 2005, the Collier County Transportation Planning Department shall hold at least one annual public
meeting with Golden Gate Area emergency services providers and the local civic association in order to ensure that
emergency needs are addressed during the acquisition of right-of-way for design and construction of road
improvements.
(VIII) Policy 6.3.2:
Beginning in 2005, the Collier County Transportation Planning Department shall coordinate with Golden Gate Area
emergency services providers to prioritize necessary road improvements related to emergency evacuation needs.
(VIII) GOAL 7:
THE LIVES AND PROPERTY OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE GREATER GOLDEN GATE AREA, AS
WELL AS THE HEALTH OF THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT, WILL BE PROTECTED THROUGH
THE PROVISION OF EMERGENCY SERVICES THAT PREPARE FOR, MITIGATE, AND RESPOND
TO, NATURAL AND MANMADE DISASTERS.
(VIII) OBJECTIVE 7.1:
The Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services, Collier County Sheriff‟s Department, Golden Gate Fire Control
and Rescue District, and other appropriate agencies, will continue to maintain and implement public information
programs to inform residents and visitors of the Greater Golden Gate Area regarding the means to prevent, prepare
for, and cope with, disaster situations.
(VIII) Policy 7.1.1:
The County, fire districts that serve the Golden Gate area, and other appropriate agencies, shall embark on an
education program to assist residents in knowing and understanding the value and need for prescribed burning on
public lands in high risk fire areas.
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(VIII) Policy 7.1.2:
The Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District and Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services shall actively
promote the Firewise Communities Program through public education in Golden Gate Estates.
(VIII) Policy 7.1.3:
By 2005, the Collier County Community Development and Environmental Services Division shall evaluate the Land
Development Code for Golden Gate Estates and shall eliminate any requirements that are found to be inconsistent
with acceptable fire prevention standards. This evaluation process shall be coordinated with the Golden Gate Fire
Control and Rescue District and the Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services.
(VIII) Policy 7.1.4:
The Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District and the Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services shall hold
one or more annual “open house” presentations in the Golden Gate Area emphasizing issues related to wildfires,
flooding, emergency access and general emergency management.
(VIII) OBJECTIVE 7.2:
Capital improvement projects within the Golden Gate Area shall be coordinated with all applicable emergency
services providers to ensure that the needs of these entities are included in the overall public project design.
(VIII) Policy 7.2.1:
Preparation of Collier County‟s annual Schedule of Capital Improvements for projects within the Golden Gate Area
shall be coordinated with the Fire Districts, public and private utilities, Emergency Medical Services Department
and the Collier County Sheriff‟s Department to ensure that public project designs are consistent with the needs of
these agencies.
(VIII) Policy 7.2.2:
The Golden Gate Fire Control and Rescue District, Collier County Emergency Medical Services Department and the
Collier County Sheriff‟s Department shall receive copies of pre-construction plans for capital improvement projects
in the Golden Gate Area and shall be invited to review and comment on plans for the public projects.
(VIII) OBJECTIVE 7.3:
While the County Transportation Planning Department is in the process of developing strategies for the
enhancement of roadway interconnection within Golden Gate City and the Estates Area, interim measures to assure
interconnection shall be developed.
(VIII) Policy 7.3.1:
By 2006, the Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services, the Collier County Transportation Division, Golden
Gate Fire Control and Rescue District, and other appropriate Federal, State or local agencies, shall begin establishing
one or more of the following routes for emergency evacuation purposes:
a. An I-75 Interchange at Everglades Boulevard.
b. Improved emergency access from Everglades Boulevard to I-75.
c. Construction of a north-south bridge on 23rd Street, SW, between White Boulevard and Golden Gate
Boulevard.
(VIII) Policy 7.3.2:
All new residential structures shall comply with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association, Incorporated) 299
Standard for Protection of Life and Property from Wildfire, 1997 Edition, as adopted by reference in the Florida Fire
Code or the most recent edition.
(VIII) Policy 7.3.3:
Modified portions of existing structures shall meet NFPA Standards through the adoption of appropriate regulations
in the County Building Codes.
(VIII) Policy 7.3.4:
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Beginning in 2006, County-owned property within Golden Gate Estates shall be subject to an active, on-going
management plan to reduce the damage caused by wildfires originating from County-owned properties.
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(X) LAND USE DESIGNATION DESCRIPTION SECTION
The following section describes the three land use designations shown on the Golden Gate Area Future Land Use
Map. These designations generally indicate the types of land uses for which zoning may be requested. However,
these land use designations do not guarantee that a zoning request will be approved. Requests may be denied by the
Board of County Commissioners based on criteria in the Land Development Code or in special studies completed
for the County.
(X) 1. URBAN DESIGNATION: URBAN MIXED-USE DISTRICT AND URBAN COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT
Urban Designated Areas on the Future Land Use Map include two general portions of Collier County: areas with the
greatest residential densities and areas in close proximity, which have or are projected to receive future urban
support facilities and services. It is intended that Urban Designated areas accommodate the majority of population
growth and that new intensive land uses be located within them. The boundaries of the Urban Designated areas
have been established based on several factors including:
patterns of existing development,
patterns of approved but unbuilt development,
natural resources, water management, and hurricane risk,
existing and proposed public facilities,
population projections, and
land needed to accommodate growth.
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PART II
CODE OF LAWS & ORDINANCES (EXCERPTS)
(http://www.municode.com/library/clientCodePage.aspx?clientID=5149)
Chapter 38 – Civil Emergencies
Article I – Post- Disaster Recovery
Sec. 38-4. - Establishment of the post-disaster recovery task force.
The post-disaster recovery task force (task force) is hereby established as a post-disaster response management team
consisting of community organizations and county and municipal personnel to provide an efficient recovery
response to catastrophic disasters as provided for in Chapter 252, Florida Statutes. Upon direction of the Collier
County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), the county manager shall schedule meetings to discuss specific
roles and responsibilities of the task force in accordance with this article, and relative issues associated with
recovery, emergency temporary repairs, and reconstruction processes following a disaster.
(1) The membership of the task force shall be composed of the following:
a. The county manager, or designee.
b. The community development and environmental services administrator, or designee.
c. The City Manager, or designee, for the City of Naples.
d. The City Manager, or designee, for the City of Marco Island.
e. The Mayor, or designee, for Everglades City.
f. The county transportation administrator, or designee.
g. The county public utilities administrator, or designee.
h. The county public services administrator, or designee.
i. The county health department director, or designee.
j. The county emergency management director, or designee.
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k. The county human services director, or designee.
l. The county fire code official, or designee.
m. The county emergency medical services director, or designee.
n. The county communications and customer relations director, or designee.
o. A representative from the American Red Cross.
p. A representative from the school district of the county.
q. A representative from the Collier Building Industry Association, Inc.
r. A representative from the American Specialty Contractors of Florida, Inc.
s. A representative from the county sheriff's office.
t. A representative from the clerk of the circuit court.
u. A representative from the county's property appraiser's office.
v. Chair, or vice chair, of the local mitigation strategy working group.
w. The County Solid and Hazardous Waste or Director or Designee
(2) Duties of the post-disaster recovery task force shall include, but shall not be limited to the following:
a. Review all planning associated with the recovery and reconstruction process as described in the Collier County
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) and associated plans dealing with implementation of post-
disaster moratoria and build-back policies;
b. Provide recommendations to the BCC for direction on recovery priorities and goals, and to coordinate and
prioritize the recovery and reconstruction process with the construction industry;
c. Initiate recommendations to the BCC for the enactment, repeal or extension of emergency ordinances,
resolutions and proclamations for its consideration;
d. Recommend to the BCC the imposition of any building moratoria that may be warranted as a result of the
disaster;
e. Review the nature of damages, identify and evaluate alternate program objectives for repairs and reconstruction,
and formulate recommendations to guide the community in its recovery;
f. Coordinate and implement strategies for temporary housing efforts if recommended by the U.S. Department of
Homeland Security of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development and the state emergency response team;
g. Receive and review damage reports and other analysis of post-disaster circumstances, and to compare these
circumstances with mitigation opportunities identified prior to the disaster to determine appropriate areas for post-
disaster change and innovation; and, where needed, the task force may review alternative mechanisms to bring about
such changes and recommend the coordination of internal and external resources for achieving these ends including
consultant or contract labor;
h. Recommend to the BCC land areas and land use types that will receive priority in recovery;
i. Recommend to the BCC blanket reductions in non-vital zoning regulations and development standards (e.g.,
buffering, open space, side setbacks, etc.) to minimize the need for individual variances or compliance
determinations prior to reconstruction; and
j. Evaluate damaged public facilities and formulate alternative mitigation options (i.e., repair, replacement,
modification or relocation).
Sec. 38-5. - Establishment of emergency review board.
(2) The duties and authority of the emergency review board include, but are not limited to: Decisions rendered by
the emergency review board may be appealed to the board through the normal administrative appeals process
provided for in subsection 10.02.02.F.5.b. of the LDC.
a. Serve as an advisory committee to the task force;
b. Review all planning activities associated with the recovery and reconstruction process as described in the
comprehensive emergency plan and associated plans dealing with post-disaster moratoria, build-back policies,
emergency permitting and zoning, condemnation of buildings for structural and electrical deficiencies, enforcement
and application of the LDC affecting setbacks, parking, buffering, open space, temporary signage, use of
recreational vehicles for temporary living purposes, and other associated land development regulations;
c. Establish and define criteria for emergency repairs, determine the duration of the build-back period for build-
back permitting activities and implement emergency permitting policies and procedures;
d. Supervise preliminary damage and detailed assessments; and
e. Consider grants of administrative variances, waivers or deviations to effectuate the buildback policy.
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f. Assist in the implementation of local mitigation plans.
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PART III
COLLIER COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN (CEMP)
(HTTPS://WWW.COLLIERCOUNTYFL.GOV/YOUR-GOVERNMENT/DIVISIONS-A-E/EMERGENCY-
MANAGEMENT/DRAFT-2016-CEMP OR bit.ly/2Eu44oS)
Mitigation is discussed throughout the CEMP. When you open the “Basic Plan” pdf document, plug in
the word “mitigation” into the “Ctrl –F” Find-function. Section G of the Basic Plan is devoted to the
mitigation activities.
Attachment 2 to Section 6
Marco Island’s LMS Implementation Strategy
Section I (Future Land Use Element)
Objective 1.2: The Future Land Uses depicted on the Future Land Use Map shall be
compatible and coordinated with existing topographic, soil, base flood, and
infrastructure services.
Policy 1.2.1: Proposed changes to the Future land Use Map will be thoroughly reviewed
for compatibility and coordination with underlying topographic, soil, flooding
probability, and existing infrastructure services to ensure the development
envisioned in the proposed change can be accommodated without adverse
impacts or severe limitations due to topographic, soil, or infrastructure
services.
Measurement: Number of Map changes approved after thorough analysis of the above mentioned
site characteristics.
Objective 1.3: The City shall refrain from approving any project or development that would
exceed prescribed densities or the overall desire to maintain a maximum net
density of less than four (4) units per acre if such project or development
could negatively impact hurricane evacuation plans, routes, or shelter
facilities.
Policy 1.3.1: Any request to change the Future Land Use Map shall be thoroughly
reviewed, and denied if such change would negatively impact hurricane
evacuation plans, routes, or shelter facilities.
Measurement: Number of desired Map changes denied due to hurricane evacuation factors.
Policy 1.3.3: The City shall continue to implement and update the approved post-disaster
redevelopment ordinance pursuant to Policies 3.3.1 and 3.3.2 of the
Conservation and Coastal Management Element.
Objective 1.4: Upon receipt of a valid hazard mitigation report from an authorized agency,
the City shall review and eliminate or reduce such uses consistent with the
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hazard threat identified in the report.
Policy 1.4.1: Should the City receive a valid hazard mitigation report from an authorized
agency, the City shall review such report and take prudent action toward the
elimination or reduction of such uses consistent with the threat identified in the
report.
Measurement: Consideration of the elimination or reduction of uses identified in a valid
hazard mitigation report, when and if such report is issued.
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Section IV (INFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT)
Objective 1.4: The City will ensure thoughtful, thorough, pre- and post-storm planning to
ensure minimal disruption in service to customers
.
Measurement: Development by potable water service provider of detailed
hurricane/emergency operation and recovery plan.
Policy 1.4.1: To provide the public with essential information concerning plans in the
event of a storm event, the Public Works Department will prepare a detailed
hurricane and/or emergency operation plan.
Measurement: Plan presentation, approval, and public distribution.
Policy 1.4.2: The City will seek full recovery of service within two (2) weeks of any
category 3 hurricane for 80% of their customers on Marco Island.
Measurement: Progress toward the goal of two-week recovery from any category 3
hurricane.
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Section V (coastal management element) talks about our post disaster redevelopment program.
GOAL 3: TO MINIMIZE HUMAN AND PROPERTY LOSS DUE TO TROPICAL STORMS
AND HURRICANES,
Objective 3.1: Reduce the threat of loss of life and property resulting from tropical storms and
hurricanes through diligent, cooperative preparation planning, improved evacuation
and sheltering facilities, and public education.
Policy 3.1.0.5: As virtually the entire Island is an evacuation zone for a Category One hurricane
future development and redevelopment shall be limited to and not exceed the densities and/or
intensities identified on the Future Land Use Map. This policy shall
not preclude reconstruction of structures as authorized under Policy 3.3.3 or the
subsequent Post-Disaster Redevelopment Plan.
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Measurement: Issuance of development orders for new projects consistent with the densities
prescribed on the Future Land Use Map.
Policy 3.1.1: The City shall maintain and enforce building codes at least as stringent as required
by Florida law to limit the potential damage of structures from hurricanes and
tropical storms. These codes shall include wind-resistance commensurate with the
risk of a coastal environment and building elevation requirements that conform with
federal laws and Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
Measurement: The City shall adopt the new Florida Building Code pursuant to the prescribed
implementation schedule.
****Policy 3.1.2: The City will continue to actively participate and interact with the County’s
Local
Emergency Management Planning (LEMP) organization to foster enhanced
emergency planning with special emphasis on maintaining or reducing hurricane
evacuation times from Marco Island.****
****Measurement: City representatives will actively participate in LEMP meetings.****
Policy 3.1.3: The City will develop a local hurricane plan, which will be annually reviewed and
revised before June 1st.
Measurement: Annual review of local hurricane plans
Policy 3.1.5: The City will work through the County staff to ensure that hurricane evacuation
shelters meet or exceed Red Cross standards, and that facilities are provided to
meet the needs of elderly and disabled persons.
Policy 3.1.6: Upon plan adoption the City will conduct at least one public hurricane preparation
meeting before hurricane season, and seek the assistance of local groups and
associations to distribute pertinent materials on hurricane preparation and
evacuation.
Measurement: Annual public hurricane preparation information meeting
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Section VII (INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT)
Objective 1.1: The City of Marco Island will provide opportunities for planning
partners and affected entities to review and comment on the
Comprehensive Plan prior to formal adoption or amendment.
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Maps
Collier County Maps:
Source: Collier County Growth Mgt. Plan (http://bit.ly/35TyfjQ)
Current Collier County Land Use - 1 (Abbreviations= http://bit.ly/2Byq8LI)
Future Collier County Land Use - 2
City of Naples Maps
Source: City of Naples Comprehensive Plan (https://www.naplesgov.com/planning)
Naples Current Land Use – 3
Naples Future Land Use – 4
Historic District of Naples – 4a
Everglades City Maps
Source: Everglades City Planning & Zoning Cmte. (http://bit.ly/323ft6D)
Everglades City (EGC) Future Land Use Map Index - 5
(EGC Maps # - 1 through # - 12 follows)
Everglades City Land Use Map – 5a
City of Marco Island Maps
Source: City Comprehensive Plan (http://bit.ly/2BVSAY9)
Marco Island Current Land Use - 6
Marco Island Future Land Use – 7
Other Maps
Collier County Storm Surge Map – 8 (from Hurricane Ctr SLOSH model)
Collier County Flood Map - 9 (from CC Growth Mgmt. Dept.)
Historical Structures Map – 10 (from State Historic Office)
Emergency Facilities Map – 11 (from Critical Facility listing)
Key Utilities Map – 12 (from Critical Facility listing)
Manufactured Home and RV Map – 13 (from CC Growth Mgmt. Dept.)
Hazardous Materials Map – 14 (from the Local Emergency Plng Cmte)
Assisted Living, Nursing & Care Facilities – 15 (from Critical Facility listing)
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Collier County Future Land Use #2
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Naples Current Land Use - 3
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Naples Future Land Use - 4
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Historic District of Naples - 4a
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Everglades City (EGC) Future Land Use – 5
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-1
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-2
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-3
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-4
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-4a
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-8
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-9
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-10
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-11
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Future Land Use – EGC Map 5-12
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Everglades City Land Use – Map 5a
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Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Marco Island Future Land Use – 7
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Collier County Storm Surge Map – 8
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Collier Flood Zones – 9
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Historical Structures Map - 10
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Emergency Facilities – 11
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Major Utilities – 12
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Manufactured Home & RV Communities – 13
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Hazardous Materials Facilities – 14
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020 ANNEX - A Assisted Living, Nursing & Care Facilities – 15
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ANNEX B
Formal Adoption of Local Mitigation Strategy:
Resolutions of Participating Communities
Resolutions from Collier County’s four participating jurisdictions formally adopting the
updated Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy will be incorporated into this section
following approval of the revised document by the Florida Division of Emergency
Management and Federal Emergency Management Agency. In fulfillment of the
requirements of 44 CFR 201.6(b)(1), each participating jurisdiction provided a
description of the procedures to be followed in the adoption of their respective LMS
resolutions. Letters of participation are included in this section.
Collier Board of County Commissioners’ Resolution
Everglades City
City of Naples
City of Marco Island
Collier County Public
Schools
Collier Mosquito
Control District
North Collier Fire and
Rescue District
Greater Naples Fire
Rescue District
Immokalee Fire
Control District
ANNEX C
Procedures to Assure
Public Involvement
Pursuant to Section 44 CFR 201.6(b), the following describes the on-going processes that should achieve
maximum public-private participation. We make every effort to solicit the public’s
involvement/participation. The following describes the various vehicles we use to accomplish this. Our goal
is to have some means readily available for the public to communicate with us.
Web Presence – Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group (LMSWG) Home Page: (bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
Firstly, in the meta-data for this Home Page, we included many key words which will cause search-engines
to draw those interested to Collier County’s mitigation initiatives.
Secondly, the Home Page is always there (24 X 7), used to:
Describe Collier County’s Hazard Mitigation Program
Provide references, e.g., “How-To” guides, and citations for those interested in mitigation activities.
Announcements about grant opportunities.
Information about Collier County’s Floodplain Management program
Hyperlink to the current Local Mitigation Strategy
LMS Meeting announcements
Past minutes for LMS meetings
Public & Stakeholder Meeting Announcements – All meetings are formally “announced” via our public
affairs process. Announcements via this process go to all Collier County’s media outlets. Attachment 1 –
Sample Press Release. In addition to the public notice of the meeting the LMS Stakeholders will also get a
direct notice of the meetings when they’re called. Attachment 4 shows the reader the screenshot of a public
notice and a reply from a stakeholder about the meeting. This reply shows the other stakeholders who were
addressed. The screenshot is the evidence of these announcements being made, After the screenshots is a
PDF conversion to MS Word in order to read the messages.
Annual Floodplain Management Outreach Meetings: The Collier County Floodplain Management Section
conducts outreach to homeowner associations, condominium associations, civic groups, professional
organizations, and other specific groups regarding the following information:
Benefits of the Community Rating System program
History of the National Flood Insurance Program
Flood insurance
Elevation certificate information
Building and construction standards within the floodplain
Emergency Management Hurricane Seminars and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Training Programs – At these presentations the Local Mitigation Strategy and the variety of disaster
mitigation programs are introduced to the audiences.
Social Media (Facebook & Twitter) – The Emergency Management Division maintains these social media
accounts to keep the public aware of the various disaster programs initiatives. Attachment 2 – social media
examples
Public Comments – The members of the public attending a “properly noticed meeting” have their names
recorded in the minutes. Attachment 3 contains member and public comments and formal change
recommendations when made outside a formal meeting to be discussed later.
Attachment 1
Collier County Government
Communication & Customer Relations Division
3299 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 102
Naples, Florida 34112-5746
colliercountyfl.gov
twitter.com/CollierPIO
facebook.com/CollierGov
youtube.com/CollierGov
April 3, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Notice of Public Meeting
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group Meeting
Collier County, Florida
Friday, April 19, 2019
9:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group will meet at 9:30 a.m. Friday,
April 19, at the South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples, Florida 34113. The purpose of this meeting is to update
the current Local Mitigation Strategy and seek public input for the it. This meeting will focus on Collier’s mitigation goals and review the
draft project worksheet and changes to the working group’s voting membership requirements.
About the public meeting:
Two or more members of the Board of County Commissioners may be present and may participate at the meeting.
The subject matter of this meeting may be an item for discussion and action at a future Board of County
Commissioners meeting.
All interested parties are invited to attend, and to register to speak. All registered public speakers will be limited to three
minutes unless permission for additional time is granted by the chairman.
Collier County Ordinance No. 2004-05 requires that all lobbyists shall, before engaging in any lobbying activities
(including, but not limited to, addressing the Board of County Commissioners, an advisory board or quasi-judicial
board), register with the Clerk to the Board at the Board Minutes and Records Department.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or other reasonable accommodations
to participate in this proceeding, should contact the Collier County Facilities Management Division, located at 3335
Tamiami Trail E., Suite 101, Naples, Florida 34112, or (239) 252-8380, as soon as possible, but no later than 48
hours before the scheduled event. Such reasonable accommodations will be provided at no cost to the individual.
For more information, call the Richard Zyvoloski at 239-252-3603.
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Attachment 2
Social Media
Twitter:
Facebook:
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Attachment 3
What follows is a collection of comments and recommendations from the pubic and members.
Para 1.2.3
If a resolution appears possible, but further discussion is needed, a subsequent meeting may be
scheduled between a representative of the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) and a Mayor
or representative of the City Council of the municipalities opposed. A representative from the
state may also be invited to this meeting if deemed appropriate.
Section 3, paras: 1.2.1, 1.2.1.1, 1.2.1.2, 1.6, 1.8, 1.9 – add Sea Level Rise as a hazard
Goal 6, 1st sentence - Collier County and local Municipalities shall make….
Section 6, para 6.2.1.3
The City of Marco Island:
The Growth Management Director, Chief Building Official and Floodplain Coordinator (CFM) and the
staff from the Growth Management Planning Division are currently amending the City’s Comprehensive
Plan to include various Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) initiatives. Staff will continue to emphasize the
goals and objectives of the mitigation process in all area of government with regard to regulation and
development inside and outside the floodplain. Attachment 2 shows ways the city may incorporate the
LMs in existing plans.
1. In Section 1.2.1 the paragraph discussing revoking voting membership status generally sounds
good, but I thought that the revocation also applied to the individual sections represented in the
participating jurisdictions. For example, if nobody from Stormwater attends at least 2 of the
quarterly meetings then Stormwater can be voted for removal. However, that would not mean
that Collier County is removed from the LMSWG. Is that your understanding? If so, perhaps
there should be some additional verbiage to better identify sub-units within the participating
jurisdictions. Also, in that same paragraph, the second highlighted text should probably say
“members from the public or from private non-profit” instead of “members from the public or
form private non-profit”.
2. In Section 4.1.5 I thought the LMSWG agreed for an annual update rather every two years. I’m
probably wrong on this but thought it worth checking.
3. Annex C on the DRAFT 2020 LMS web page needs to have a closing parenthesis at the end of
the Board of County Commissioners line.
4. Annex D Public Meeting Announcements paragraph has a typo in that the work “formerly”
should be “formally”.
5. Annex D Annual Flood Plain Outreach Meetings needs to be consistent in how the term
“floodplain” is spelled. While it should be one word, there are two places where is spelled with
two words.
6. Annex D Emergency Management Hurricane Seminars and Community Emergency Response
Team paragraph seems to have a typo in that it doubles the “Local Mitigation Strategy” term
when perhaps something else was intended to be included.
7. Annex D Social Media (Facebook & Twitter) paragraph should reference the location of the
social media account samples as being in Attachment 2.
8. Annex E – Excel Spreadsheet has cells A3 thru G3 blank when it appears there should be some
text to identify the program. Note that I did not check the links.
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9. Annex F could perhaps benefit by indicating the effective date of the project priority listing. That
way everyone knows when priority revisions are made by the LMSWG.
10. Annex H listing of membership needs to be updated to reflect membership changes identified in
the Summary of Changes document.
11. Annex I needs to be checked to ensure all criteria have been updated as discussed at the last few
LMSWG meetings.
Section One. Recommend the following changes: paragraph 1.2 change “Pubic School District”
to “Collier County Public Schools”, paragraph 1.2.1 change “School Superintendent” to “Collier
County Public Schools Superintendent”, paragraph 1.2.1, change “District Schools of Collier
County” to “Collier County Public Schools”, paragraph 1.3.1 change “District School Board of
Collier County” to “Collier County Public Schools”.
Sections three, four, and five: No changes recommended.
Annex C. Change “Collier District Public Schools” to “Collier County Public Schools”.
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Listed below are the potential hazards which may affect Collier County and its communities. Please note
that a detailed analysis for some hazards are contained in the Collier County Floodplain Management
Plan (FMP): https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/home/showdocument?id=58898
The Collier County Floodplain Management Plan will not be repeated in this document. Hazard analyses
not found in the FMP are addressed here by either noting a low probability of occurrence to a detail
analysis of the event, via appendices to this annex. Many of these hazards have a low impact status or
are too random in nature and do not represent a significant threat, therefore a thorough analysis was
not performed.
LMS Update Annex D: Annual Floodplain Outreach Meetings
Annual Floodplain Management Outreach Meetings: The Collier County Floodplain Management
Section conducts outreach to homeowner associations, condominium associations, civic groups,
professional organizations, and other specific groups regarding the following information:
Benefits of the Community Rating System program
History of the National Flood Insurance Program
Flood insurance
Elevation certificate information
Building and construction standards within the floodplain
LMS Update Annex J: Collier County’s Floodplain Plans (Update)
Unincorporated Collier County has a Floodplain Management Plan. The City of Marco Island
and the City of Naples do not possess a Floodplain Management Plan, nor are they required to
adopt one. The Floodplain Management Plan is a part of the Collier County multi-jurisdictional,
multi-hazard mitigation plan which addresses the jurisdictional flooding hazards. They are
written according to FEMA regulations and Section 511 and 512 of the CRS Coordinator’s
Manual.
All jurisdictions are active participants in the NFIP. To ensure continued compliance with the
NFIP, each participating community will:
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1. Continue to enforce their adopted Floodplain Management Ordinance requirements, which
include regulating all new development and substantial improvements in Special Flood Hazard
Areas (SFHA).
2. Continue to maintain all records pertaining to floodplain development, which shall be
available for public inspection
3. Continue to notify the public when there are proposed changes to the floodplain ordinance or
Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
4. Maintain the map and Letter of Map Change repositories.
5. Continue to promote Flood Insurance for all properties.
6. Continue their Community Rating System outreach programs.
SUMMARY OF JURISDICTIONAL CRS PROGRAMS
Collier County: Collier County’s NFIP participation commitments meet or exceed the
following minimum requirements as set for by the NFIP.
Issuance or denial of floodplain development/building permits
Inspection of all development to assure compliance with the local ordinance
Maintaining records of floodplain development
Assisting in the preparation and revision of floodplain maps
Aid residents in obtaining information on flood hazards, floodplain map data, flood insurance and
proper construction measures
The County’s Building Plan Review & Inspection Division (BPRID) is the agency responsible
for the review and approval of all development order applications to the County. The application
review process includes analysis for compliance with the County’s Land Development Code, the
County’s Code of Laws and Ordinances (which includes the Floodplain Management
Ordinance), the Florida Building Code, the South Florida Water Management District permitting
rules (when applicable), the County’s Growth Management Plan, and other related regulations
for development compliance. The development and building permit approval processes consist of
extensive reviews of the submitted applications to determine compliance before a
recommendation for approval is given. Once a development project begins actual construction,
there are periodic on-site inspections performed by trained inspection staff to ensure compliance
before the construction can proceed toward completion. All documents submitted to the County
become part of the project’s public record file and are available for the public to review upon
request. Copies can be ordered if requested. Once a project is completed, the file is closed and
archived and is available for record retrieval. The BPRID is also active in the preparation and
revision of Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) and maintains the record of all map revisions and
changes received from FEMA. As a part of the services offered to the public, the BPRID
provides FIRM information, flood insurance program information, flooding hazards, and proper
construction methods within the special flood hazard area. The BPRID also oversees the
County’s participation in the Community Rating System (CRS) program. The County is
currently designated as a CRS Class 5 rated community for its efforts to promote activities that
make the community more resistant to flood damage.
Collier County is currently in the process of to producing a new Digital Flood Insurance Rate
Map (DFIRM) series through a CTP Partnership Agreement with the City of Naples, the South
Florida Water Management District, and FEMA. On January 9, 2019 the County adopted a new
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Floodplain Management Ordinance that is compliant with the current State of Florida “Model”
Flood Ordinance. The County has an active Floodplain Management Planning Committee to
oversee the development and updating of the County’s Floodplain Management Plan. As part of
the CRS program the County provides flood hazard and flood insurance information to the public
through a newsletter, mailings, and the internet.
Appendix 1 - Wildfires has seen no significant change in wildfire incidence type, though the
acreage for each has adjusted due the 30th Ave and Lee Williams Road fires in 2017 and the
Greenway complex in 2018. I did send out an email today for the GGE CWPP which needs
signing in order to incorporate it into the LMS in addition to or in place of Appendix 1. I shall
continue to prod ‘the bear’ as it were to get that in time for our deadline.
North Collier Fire Control and Rescue District's acknowledgement of reviewing the Draft 2020
LMS plan. The only change for us is to correct our Legal name to match our enabling legislation
(currently the word Control is missing):
North Collier Fire Control and Rescue District.
Page 6-1, edits corresponding with highlights on below excerpt: 1) “C”; 2) remove hyphen – it is
all one word; 3) & 4) insert “density bonus”; “R”; 6) insert “density bonus”; 7) replace “-“ with
“/”; 8) remove “s”.
Page 6-4, see below edits in red. I struck thru the EAR text because: 2011 is past, and the EAR
process required in F.S. has been gutted – we now only review for any changes in F.S. not
reflected in our GMP whereas previously we would conduct a detailed re-evaluation of the GMP.
6.2.1.1 Unincorporated Collier County: Coordinators in the Emergency Management Office, the
Floodplain Manager and members of the Comprehensive Planning Section Department
will weigh the goals and objectives of the LMS against each plan and/or ordinance being
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reviewed at the time determined for each document. The LMSWG will assess Goal 12 in
the Conservation and Coastal Management Element (CCME) of the GMP, which contains
policy 12.1.9 which references the Hazard Mitigation Plan, would include an assessment
by the county that we needed to modify this element to meet the specifics of any current
mitigation requirements. Additionally, where opportunities present themselves, the
responsible agency will seek the LMSWG’s support in amending the appropriate
documents.
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FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
C. UNDERLYING CONCEPTS
Management of Coastal Development
Two major coastal development issues in Collier County are the protection of natural resources and the balancing of
risk in natural hazard areas.
Extensive populated areas in Collier County are vulnerable to periodic salt-water inundation from tropical storms or
hurricanes. It is extremely important that an acceptable balance between at-risk population and evacuation capability
be achieved. In addition, public and private investment in such vulnerable areas must be carefully considered.
This issue is addressed here and in the Conservation and Coastal Management Element through several measures. A
Coastal High Hazard Area is identified on the Future Land Use Map essentially as all lands seaward of US 41. This
line is based on the close fit to the storm Category 1 SLOSH area (potential for saltwater flooding from 1 storm in
12 years) and evacuation planning areas. Within the Coastal High Hazard Area maximum permissible residential
density is limited in recognition of the level of risk, the existing deficiency of evacuation shelter space and existing
patterns of density. The Coastal High Hazard Area is also identified in the Conservation and Coastal Management
Element and policies are provided therein. Finally, coastal natural hazards are addressed through Land Development
Regulations already in effect relating to coastal building standards, per Chapter 161, Florida Statutes, and protection
of structures from floods, per County participation in the FEMA Flood Insurance Program.
OBJECTIVE 1: Unless otherwise permitted in this Growth Management Plan, new or revised uses of land shall be
consistent with designations outlined on the Future Land Use Map. The Future Land Use Map and companion
Future Land Use Designations, Districts and Sub-districts shall be binding on all Development Orders effective with
the adoption of this Growth Management Plan. Standards and permitted uses for each Future Land Use District and
Subdistrict are identified in the Designation Description Section. Through the magnitude, location and configuration
of its components, the Future Land Use Map is designed to coordinate land use with the natural environment
including topography, soil and other resources; promote a sound economy; coordinate coastal population densities
with the Regional Hurricane Evacuation Plan; and discourage unacceptable levels of urban sprawl.
FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION DESCRIPTION SECTION
The following section describes the land use designations shown on the Future Land Use Map. These designations
generally indicate the types of land uses for which zoning may be requested. However, these land use designations
do not guarantee that a zoning request will be approved. Requests may be denied by the Board of County
Commissioners based on criteria in the Land Development Code or on special studies completed for the County.
Pages 6-6 thru 6-23: 1) Because the GMP has been amended several times since the last LMS
update, I suggest removing all GMP excerpts and replacing with the same from the current GMP.
2) I suggest placing a text break whenever skipping from one GMP provision to another so as to
make it clear to the reader that the text from one section is not a continuation from the prior
section. See below example from page 6-7.
existing development; patterns of approved, but unbuilt, development; natural resources; water management;
hurricane risk; existing and proposed public facilities; population projections and the land needed to accommodate
the projected population growth.
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(IV)(XI)(XV)(XXI) 3. Urban Coastal Fringe Subdistrict:
The purpose of this Subdistrict is to provide transitional densities between the Conservation designated area
(primarily located to the south of the Subdistrict) and the remainder of the Urban designated area (primarily located
to the north of the Subdistrict). The Subdistrict comprises those Urban areas south of US 41, generally east of the
City of Naples, and generally west of the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District Neutral Lands, but excludes Section 13,
Township 51 South, Range 26 East, and comprises approximately 11,354 acres and 10% of the Urban Mixed Use
District. The entire Subdistrict is located seaward of the Coastal High Hazard Area Boundary. In order to facilitate
hurricane evacuation and to protect the adjacent environmentally sensitive Conservation designated area, residential
densities within the Subdistrict shall not exceed a maximum of 4 dwelling units per acre, except as allowed in the
Density Rating System to exceed 4 units per acre through provision of Affordable Housing and Transfers of
Development Rights, and except as allowed by certain FLUE Policies under Objective 5, and except as provided in
the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Redevelopment Overlay. New rezones to permit mobile home development within
this Subdistrict are prohibited. Rezones are recommended to be in the form of a Planned Unit Development.
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(IX) B. Rural Fringe Mixed Use District
The Rural Fringe Mixed Use District is identified on Future Land Use Map. This District consists of approximately
93,600 acres, or 7% of Collier County’s total land area. Significant portions of this District are adjacent to the Urban
area or to the semi-rural, rapidly developing, large-lot North Golden Gate Estates platted lands. Agricultural land
uses within the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District do not represent a significant portion of the County’s active
agricultural lands. As of the date of adoption of this Plan Amendment, the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District consists
of more than 5,550 tax parcels, and includes at least 3,835 separate and distinct property owners. Alternative land
use strategies have been developed for the Rural Fringe Mixed Use District, in part, to consider these existing
conditions.
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Attachment 4
Evidence of a public announcement to LMS stakeholders and members of the public at large are
shown below. So, you can read them, these messages were converted from PDF format to MS
Word in order to attach it to this document.
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This message is a response to the LMS Chair’s announcement to the LMS
stakeholders of the July 2017 quarterly meeting.
From: Reg buxton <Reg@regbuxton.com>
Sent: Monday, July 3, 2017 11:19 AM
To: zyvoloski_r <RichardZyvoloski@colliergov.net>
Subject: RE: Corrected E-Mail TITLE/Message RE: Draft Meeting Minutes from 21 July
Meeting - next meeting....
Z man , I will be in Boca at MPO meeting please mark me un excused enjoy the 4th
From: zyvoloski_r [mailto:RichardZyvoloski@colliergov.net]
Sent: Monday, July 3, 2017 9:56 AM
To: (Peggy.boldissar@lcec.net) ; BelpedioJennifer ; BurnettAlister ; CCSD-Tim Kutz
(kutzt@collierschools.com) ; Chris Niforatos (Chris.niforatos@kimley-horn.com) ;
CilekCaroline ; CritchfieldHoward ; Dorn, Tricia ; EGC-Raquel Pines (rpines2@aol.com) ;
fmessana@northcollierfire. com (fmessana@northcollierfire.com) ; SainvilusJames ; Jim von
Rinteln (vonr@comcast.net) ; Jose Carrillo (jose.carrillo@colliersheriff.org) ; KurtzGerald ;
LangWilliam ; LeonardRoosevelt ; LMS-Jeff Johnson (jeffj12756@gmail.com) ; LMS-Reg
Buxton (Reg@regbuxton.com) ; MacDonald, Marc ; Marco_Flood-Kelli Defedericis
(kdefedericis@cityofmarcoisland.com) ; Marco-Jason Smalley
(JSmalley@cityofmarcoisland.com) ; Marco-Lee Loewer (lloewer@cityofmarcoisland.com) ;
MIcert-Russ & Pat Rainey (rrainey214@comcast.net) ; NAP-Christa Carrera
(CCarrera@NaplesGov.com) ; OienLisa ; PriceJames ; Quinn, Samantha ; SFWMD-Lisa
Koehler (lkoehler@sfwmd.gov) ; SummersDan ; WashburnIlonka ; Weston, Michael ;
WileyRobert ; YbacetaEverildo
Subject: Corrected E-Mail TITLE/Message RE: Draft Meeting Minutes from 21 July Meeting -
next meeting....
Oops. Our next LMS working group meeting is Friday, 21 July at the S. Regional Library.
Agenda to come out soon…. In the interim, please let me know if I captured everything you
heard in the April meeting.
Thank you. Have a safe & happy 4th.
rick
****************************
Richard A. Zyvoloski Jr., FPEM, CFM
Coordinator
Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services Division ‐ Emergency Mgt.
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy., Suite 445
Naples, FL 34113
PH: 239‐252‐3603
FAX: 239‐252‐6735
RichardZyvoloski@CollierGov.net
www.CollierEM.org
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From: zyvoloski_r
Sent: Monday, July 03, 2017 9:38 AM
To: (Peggy.boldissar@lcec.net) <Peggy.boldissar@lcec.net>; BelpedioJennifer
<JenniferBelpedio@colliergov.net>; BurnettAlister <AlisterBurnett@colliergov.net>; CCSD-
Tim Kutz (kutzt@collierschools.com) <kutzt@collierschools.com>; Chris Niforatos
(Chris.niforatos@kimley-horn.com) <Chris.niforatos@kimley-horn.com>; CilekCaroline
<CarolineCilek@colliergov.net>; CritchfieldHoward <HowardCritchfield@colliergov.net>;
Dorn, Tricia <Tricia.Dorn@lcec.net>; EGC-Raquel Pines (rpines2@aol.com)
<rpines2@aol.com>; fmessana@northcollierfire. com (fmessana@northcollierfire.com)
<fmessana@northcollierfire.com>; Imm_CRA-James Sainvilus
(JamesSainvilus@colliergov.net) <JamesSainvilus@colliergov.net>; Jim von Rinteln
(vonr@comcast.net) <vonr@comcast.net>; Jose Carrillo (jose.carrillo@colliersheriff.org)
<jose.carrillo@colliersheriff.org>; KurtzGerald <GeraldKurtz@colliergov.net>; LangWilliam
<WilliamLang@colliergov.net>; LeonardRoosevelt <RooseveltLeonard@colliergov.net>; LMS-
Jeff Johnson (jeffj12756@gmail.com) <jeffj12756@gmail.com>; LMS-Reg Buxton
(Reg@regbuxton.com) <Reg@regbuxton.com>; MacDonald, Marc
<macdom1@collierschools.com>; Marco_Flood-Kelli Defedericis
(kdefedericis@cityofmarcoisland.com) <kdefedericis@cityofmarcoisland.com>; Marco-Jason
Smalley (JSmalley@cityofmarcoisland.com) <JSmalley@cityofmarcoisland.com>; Marco-Lee
Loewer (lloewer@cityofmarcoisland.com) <lloewer@cityofmarcoisland.com>; MIcert-Russ &
Pat Rainey (rrainey214@comcast.net) <rrainey214@comcast.net>; NAP-Christa Carrera
(CCarrera@NaplesGov.com) <CCarrera@NaplesGov.com>; OienLisa
<LisaOien@colliergov.net>; PriceJames <JamesPrice@colliergov.net>; Quinn, Samantha
<Samantha.Quinn@freshfromflorida.com>; SFWMD-Lisa Koehler (lkoehler@sfwmd.gov)
<lkoehler@sfwmd.gov>; SummersDan <DanielSummers@colliergov.net>; WashburnIlonka
<IlonkaWashburn@colliergov.net>; Weston, Michael
<Michael.Weston@freshfromflorida.com>; WileyRobert <RobertWiley@colliergov.net>;
YbacetaEverildo <EverildoYbaceta@colliergov.net>
Subject: Draft Meeting Minutes from 21 Apr Meeting - next meeting....
Our next LMS working group meeting is Friday, 21 April at the S. Regional Library. Agenda to
come out soon…. In the interim, please let me know if I captured everything you heard in the
April meeting.
Thank you. Have a safe & happy 4th.
rick
Under Florida Law, e‐mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e‐mail address released
in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this
office by telephone or in writing.
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Virus-free. www.avg.com
From: PIO‐Collier County Government <PIO‐CollierCountyGovernment@colliergov.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 5, 2017 12:44 PM
To: SheffieldMichael <MichaelSheffield@colliergov.net>; AlbersKate <KateAlbers@colliergov.net>
Subject: Collier County News Releases (4)
The message below contains the announcement of an upcoming LM S
meeting. I reduced the font-size of the other public notices/announcements
since they were irrelevant.
Collier County Government
Communication & Customer Relations Division
3299 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 102
Naples, Florida 34112-5746
colliergov.net
twitter.com/CollierPIO
facebook.com/CollierGov
youtube.com/CollierGov
July 5, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Collier County Makes Inspection Changes to Reduce Wait Times
To reduce the inconvenience to the property owner and to facilitate the issuance of a certificate of completion in a timely manner, the Collier
County Building Review & Inspection Division has introduced a new program for air conditioning changeout inspections.
Under the new program, homeowners will be assigned a one hour time window that lets them know about when the inspector will be on site to
look at their air conditioning unit.
The air conditioning changeout inspection schedule is available under the Daily Scheduled Inspections Tab on the County’s Building Review
webpage. When you click on the link for the schedule, a table pops up that includes the inspector’s name, time of inspection, permit number and
inspection address. The new inspection lists are posted the afternoon of the day before the scheduled inspection.
For more information, contact Operations Coordinator Brooke Bond at (239) 252-2398 or BrookeBond@colliergov.net.
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Notice of Public Meeting
Collier County Hearing Examiner
Collier County, Florida
Thursday, July 13, 2017
9 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Hearing Examiner will meet at 9 a.m. on Thursday, July 13, at the Growth Management
Department Planning & Regulation building in conference room 610, 2800 N. Horseshoe Drive, Naples, Florida 34104.
The agenda is available on the Collier County Government website at http://www.colliergov.net/index.aspx?page=7176.
In regard to the public meeting:
All interested parties are invited to attend and to register to speak. All registered public speakers will be limited to five minutes unless
permission for additional time is granted by the Hearing Examiner.
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Collier County Ordinance No. 2004-05 requires that all lobbyists shall, before engaging in any lobbying activities (including, but not limited to,
addressing the Board of County Commissioners, an advisory board or quasi-judicial board), register with the Clerk to the Board at the Board
Minutes and Records Department.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or other reasonable accommodations in order to participate in this
proceeding, should contact the Collier County Facilities Management Division, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 101, Naples, Florida
34112, or (239) 252-8380, as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. Such reasonable accommodations will be
provided at no cost to the individual.
For more information, call Kathy Crotteau at (239) 252-6052.
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Notice of Public Meeting
Landscape & Safety Committee of the Pelican Bay Services Division
Collier County, Florida
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
10:15 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Landscape and Safety Committee of the Pelican Bay Services Division will meet at 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday,
July 18, at the Community Center at Pelican Bay, located at 8960 Hammock Oak Drive, Naples, Florida 34108.
In regard to the public meeting:
Two or more members of the Board of County Commissioners may be present and may participate at the meeting. The subject matter of this
meeting may be an item for discussion and action at a future Board of County Commissioners meeting.
All interested parties are invited to attend, and to register to speak. All registered public speakers will be limited to three minutes unless
permission for additional time is granted by the chairman.
Collier County Ordinance No. 2004-05 requires that all lobbyists shall, before engaging in any lobbying activities (including, but not limited to,
addressing the Board of County Commissioners, an advisory board or quasi-judicial board), register with the Clerk to the Board at the Board
Minutes and Records Department.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or other reasonable accommodations in order to participate in this
proceeding, should contact the Collier County Facilities Management Division, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 101, Naples, Florida
34112, or (239) 252-8380, as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. Such reasonable accommodations will be
provided at no cost to the individual.
For more information, call Pelican Bay Services Division at (239) 597-1749.
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Notice of Public Meeting
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group
Collier County, Florida
Friday, July 21, 2017
9:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group will
hold its regular public meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, July 21, at the South Regional Library,
Community Room, 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples, Florida 34113.
The purpose of the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy is to develop a unified approach
among county and municipal governments, along with inputs and participation from the private
sector, for dealing with identified hazard and hazard management problems in the Collier County
area.
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About the public meeting:
Two or more members of the Board of County Commissioners may be present and may
participate at the meeting. The subject matter of this meeting may be an item for discussion and
action at a future Board of County Commissioners meeting.
All interested parties are invited to attend, and to register to speak. All registered public
speakers will be limited to three minutes unless permission for additional time is granted by
the chairman.
Collier County Ordinance No. 2004-05 requires that all lobbyists shall, before engaging in any
lobbying activities (including, but not limited to, addressing the Board of County
Commissioners, an advisory board or quasi-judicial board), register with the Clerk to the Board
at the Board Minutes and Records Department.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or other
reasonable accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, should contact the Collier
County Facilities Management Division, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 101, Naples,
Florida 34112, or (239) 252-8380, as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the
scheduled event. Such reasonable accommodations will be provided at no cost to the individual.
For more information, call Rick Zyvoloski at (239) 252-3603.
###
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released
in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this
office by telephone or in writing.
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ANNEX - D
ANNEX D
Potential Grant Funding Sources
EXCEL SPREADSHEET
(https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/home/showdocument?id=89031 or
http://bit.ly/2AFZtfh )
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsFederal & State Grant Locator SiteFEMAOne-stop search site for Federal Grants Varies Variety of Uses Varies Varies Varies Varies Varieshttp://www.fema.gov/grants Varies Varies Needs to be checked first...Hurricane Loss Mitigation ProgramState of FloridaFund activities that promote property resiliency through retrofits made to residential, commercial, and mobile home properties, the promotion of public education and public information, and through hurricane research activities.Governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, and qualified for-profit organizations. (individual homeowners are ineligible to apply)Projects/initiatives must be aimed at minimizing damages caused by hurricanes.Promote property resiliency through retrofits made to residential, commercial, and mobile home properties, the promotion of public education and public information, and through hurricane research activities. $7.0M Varies None Varies. Email HLMP@em.myflorida.com to request being added to announcements in funding opportunities.https://floridadisaster.org/dem/mitigation/hurricane-loss-mitigation-program/Go to website to see the current project manager's info. Activities that promote property resiliency through retrofits made to residential, commercial, and mobile home properties, the promotion of public education and public information, and through hurricane research activities.Airport Improvement ProgramAIP United States Department of Transportation/Federal Aviation AdministrationTo assist sponsors, owners, or operators ofpublic-use airports in the development of anationwide system of airports adequate tomeet the needs of civil aeronautics.States, counties, municipalities,U.S. Territories and possessions,and other public agencies,including an Indian tribe Grants can be made for integratedairport system planning in a specificarea; and airport master planning,construction, or rehabilitation at apublic-use airport or a portion thereofProject Grants;Advisory Servicesand Counseling Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.faa.gov/arp/arphome.htm800 Independence Avenue,SW, Room 600, East,Washington, DC 20591,(202) 267-3831This program is the primary federalfunding source for improvements andexpansions of medium-scale to large-scale airports. As such, it is a valuablemitigation program for potentialdisasters related to airport and civilaviation operations.Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Training AssistanceNone United States Department of the Treasury/Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and FirearmsTo help participants identify the lawsrelating to alcohol, tobacco, firearms andexplosives; to provide training in specificinvestigative skills and techniques; and, tohelp State, county, and local lawenforcement officers improve their lawenforcement capabilities in the organizedcrime area, including arson, undercover,firearms and explosives investigations.State, county, and local lawenforcement agencies.Participation is limited to non-uniformed police personnelengaged in firearms and arsoninvestigations, or are in the processof being assigned or promoted tosuch non-uniformed assignmentsTraining programs in areas of:Identification of the FirearmsProblem; Motives and Analysis ofApplicable Federal, State and LocalLaws; Laboratory Capability; Sourcesof Information; Interviewing;Investigative Techniques; and CaseManagement.Grants, SpecializedServices Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.atf.treas.gov/welcome.htmBuilding 67, Federal LawEnforcement TrainingCenter, Glynco, GA 31524,(912) 267-2251This is a good training program forlocal police agencies. Training, in thisinstance, would serve as mitigation forcivil unrest, violent crime, and terroristactsAssistance to Firefighters Grants ProgramAFG United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency/United States Fire AdministrationTo help rural, urban and suburban firedepartments better train, prepare and equipthemselves; primary goal is to provideassistance to meet fire departments’firefighting and emergency response needs.This program seeks to support departmentsthat lack the tools and resources necessary toprotect the health and safety of the publicand their firefighting personnel with respectto fire and all other hazards they may face.Fire departments of a State, whichare an agency or organization thathas a formally recognizedarrangement with a State, territory,local, or tribal authority (city,county, parish, fire district,township, town, or othergoverning body) A municipality orfire district may submit anapplication on behalf of a firedepartment when the firedepartment lacks the legal status todo, but when a municipality or firedistrict submits an application onbehalf of a fire department, the firedepartment is precluded fromsubmitting an additionalapplication on its own.May submit only one application perprogram year. Grants $ 750,000,000.00 Ranged from $6,000 to$250,000 in previousyears; limits varyaccording to activity Minimum match is 10% forboth Ochopee and Isles ofCapri based on populationserved being less than50,000; no in-kind maycount as match, match must be cash match; match notrequired at time ofapplication and may bespent last, match must benew moneyApril each yearhttp://www.usfa.fema.gov/inside-usfa/media/2004releases/021204a.shtm and/or www.ojp.usdoj.gov/odpVicki Murphy, FireProgram Specialist, (229)225-4518, vicki.murphy@dhs.govImprovement to fire operations andsafety, fire prevention and acquisitionof firefighting vehicles all contribute tofire departments' ability to respond toand mitigate against incidents ofhazardous materials and naturaldisaster. Automated Flood Warning Systems Program AFWS United States Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration/National Weather ServiceProvides capital funds for creation,refurbishment or enhancement of automatedflood warning systems.Colleges, nonprofits, state, localtribal govtMust have significant flood and flashflood risk, ability to operate AFWS,make data available to NWS withoutrestrictionsGrants $ 500,000.00 $100,000 or less None, but applicantcommitment will beconsidered morecompetitive10/21/04http://fedgrants.gov/EPSData/DOC/Synopses/1250/11450AFWS071404/AFWS%26%23032%3BFFO%26%23032%3BFY05.pdfJohn Bradley, NOAA/NWS;1325 East-West Highway,Room 13396;Silver Spring,Maryland20910-3283,or byphone at 301-713-0624 ext.154, or fax to 301-713-1520Allows communities to develop ormaintain warning systems to warnresidents and businesses to prepare forfloodingBrownfields Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund and Cleanup GrantsBrownfields ProgramUnited States Environmental Protection Agency/Office of Brownfields Cleanup and RedevelopmentAssessment grants provide funding for agrant recipient to inventory, characterize,assess, and conduct cleanup andredevelopment planning and communityinvolvement related to brownfield sites;Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) grants providefunding for a grant recipient to capitalize arevolving loan fund and to providesubgrants to carry out cleanup activities atbrownfield sites; Cleanup grants providefunding for a grant recipient to carry outcleanup activities at brownfield sites.Entities, including nonprofitorganizations, that own theproperty they wish to clean upSpecific criteria apply to eachprogram; check website for detailsGrants and loans $100,000,000estimate in FY 05 forall programs;approximately 200grants will beawarded Assessment - up to$400,000 if doingcommunitywide and sitespecific; Revolving Loan -up to $1,000,000; Cleanup up to $200,000 per site The Brownfields Lawrequires a 20 percent costshare for revolvingloanfund(RLF)and cleanup grants. There is no costshare requirement forassessment grants.11/12/2004http://www.epa.gov/brownfields//pg/guidelines_2005.htm#overviewAtlanta Federal Center, 61Forsyth Street, Atlanta, GA30303, Phone (404) 562-8682, Fax (404) 562-8628,jennings.wanda@epa.govSource of funds for clean up andredevelopment of sites which may havebeen impacted by toxic pollutants.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsBrownfields Training, Research and Technical Assistance GrantsBrownfields ProgramUnited States Environmental Protection Agency/Office of Brownfields Cleanup and RedevelopmentFinancial assistance to facilitate “theinventory of brownfield sites, siteassessments, remediation of brownfieldsites, community involvement and sitepreparation” to focus brownfieldsprogrammatic (goals) attention on theenvironmental and human health conditionsin low income communities and socio-economically disadvantaged communitiesunable to draw on alternative sources offunding for assessment or cleanup ofbrownfields and their subsequentredevelopment and to provide technicalassistance to communities which will enablethem to stimulate economic and otherbeneficial reuses.Governmental applicants and non-profit organizations; public andnon-profit private universities areeligible as well.Must emphasize: 1) CommunityInvolvement in Low-income andSocio-Economically DisadvantagedCommunities, 2) IntegratedApproaches to Brownfields Cleanupand Redevelopment in Low-incomeand Socio-EconomicallyDisadvantaged Communities, and 3)How the Economics of BrownfieldsCleanup and Redevelopment ImpactLow-income and Socio-EconomicallyDisadvantaged CommunitiesCooperative agreement $ 800,000.00 $ 100,000.00 None, however leveragingof other funding isconsidered during rankingprocess11/16/2004www.epa.gov/brownfieldsSven-Erik Kaiser, U.S. EPAOffice of BrownfieldsCleanup andRedevelopment, Office ofSolid Waste and EmergencyResponse, 1200Pennsylvania Avenue N.W.,Mail code 5105 T,Washington, D.C. 20004,phone: 202-566-2753Source of funds for clean up andredevelopment of sites which may havebeen impacted by toxic pollutants.Capitalization Grants for Clean Water State Revolving FundsNone United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo fund activities related to protection ofwater quality. Examples may includeconstruction of wastewater treatment plants,control of runoff, estuary improvementprojects, wet weather flow control forsewers and storm sewers, alternativewastewater treatment technologies, andpreparation of landfills and riparian buffers,among other types of projects.States, territories and possessionsof the U.S., including the Districtof Columbia. These entities mayuse allotments under Title II of theClean Water Act as grants for theconstruction of municipalwastewater facilities. Indian tribesare eligible to receive capitalizationgrantsThe purpose of this program is toenable States to create StateRevolving Funds (SRFs) through aprogram of capitalization grants toStates which will provide a long termsource of State financing forconstruction of wastewater treatmentfacilities and implementation of otherwater quality management activities. Formula grants Contact Agency Contact Agency 20% Contact Agencyhttp://www.epa.gov/owow/United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgency, 401 “M” Street,SW, Washington, DC 20460This is a mitigation funding source fordisasters which involve the damage ordestruction of water and wastewatertreatment plantsCapitalization Grants for Drinking Water State Revolving FundsNone United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo create Drinking Water State RevolvingFunds (DWSRFs) through a program whichprovides capitalization grants to States inorder to establish a long-term source of State financing for the costs of infrastructureneeded to achieve or maintain compliancewith Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)requirements, and to protect public health.The State may also use the Federal funds toestablish new programs that emphasize theprevention of contamination problemsthrough water source protection andenhanced water systems managementprocedures.The States and Puerto Rico areeligible to receive capitalizationgrants. The District of Columbia,U.S. Territories, and Indian tribesare eligible to receive direct grantsfrom the program. The funds areto be used by the States to provideloans and other financial assistanceto water supply utilities that arepublicly and privately owned, orwhich operate non-profit drinkingwater systems for smallcommunities. Capitalization grants are available toeach State for the purpose ofestablishing a Drinking Water StateRevolving Fund (DWSRF) forproviding assistance for constructionof potable water systems at the locallevelFormula grants Contact Agency Contact Agency 20% Contact Agencyhttp://www.epa.gov/owow/Office of Ground Waterand Drinking Water, UnitedStates EnvironmentalProtection Agency, 401 “M”Street, SW, Washington,DC 20460; State Contact:(850) 487-1762 This is a mitigation funding source forpotential failure of small potable watertreatment plantsChemical Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Technical Assistance Grant ProgramNone United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo provide financial assistance to States andIndian Tribes for chemical emergencyplanning, chemical accident prevention, andcommunity right-to-know programs whichare established to prevent or eliminateunreasonable risk to the health andenvironment of communities within theState.The States, the District ofColumbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S.Virgin Islands, the NorthernMariana Islands, and FederallyRecognized Indian Tribes.Beneficiaries include States, LocalEmergency Planning Committees,and local emergency responders.(Note: In Florida, the LocalEmergency Planning Committees(LEPCs) are staffed by theRegional Planning Councils.Projects which address extremelyhazardous substances or high profilechemicals and/or high risk areas areespecially of interest. The grantmoney may not supplant State orTribal funds already being spent.Because these awards are being madeunder the Toxic Substances ControlAct (TSCA) authorities, all grantproposals must be related to activitiesinvolving chemicals subject toregulation under the TSCA. Project grants $ 1,000,000.00 Contact Agency 25% Contact Agencyhttp://www.epa.gov/swercepp401 “M” Street, SW, Suite5104, Washington, DC20460, (202) 260-6657 This is the primary federal fundingsource for most State and localhazardous material programs. As such,it is an excellent mitigation fundingsource for chemical emergencyincidents.Clean Water Act Section 319 Grants/Nonpoint Source Implementation Grants319 ProgramUnited States Environmental Protection AgencyFormula funds are awarded to states (stateagencies) to implement certain non-pointsource programs pursuant to Section 319(h)of the Clean Water Act, including wetlandrestoration. Applicants can include: States, theDistrict of Columbia, AmericanSamoa, Guam, Northern Marianas,Puerto Rico, Pacific TrustTerritories, Virgin Islands, andIndian Tribes. Beneficiaries caninclude: State and localgovernments, interstate andintrastate agencies, public andprivate nonprofit organizations andinstitutionsRequires maintenance of effort;proceeds of State grants may be usedfor financial assistance to individualpersons in the case of demonstrationprojects only; a limit on administrative costs; annual reporting requirements;and EPA determinations of adequateState progress before additionalfunding. Formula grants $100,000,000 in 1997 Contact Agency Federal participation islimited to 60%, and an EPA-approved State non-pointsource managementprogram is required.Contact Agencyhttp://www.epa.gov/owow/Nonpoint Source ControlBranch, Assessment andWatershed ProtectionDivision, Office ofWetlands, Oceans andWatersheds, United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgency, 401 “M” Street,SW, Washington, DC 20460This is a good program for localgovernments; however, funding isthrough the Florida Department ofEnvironmental Protection through acompetitive grant process; thus theusefulness of this program to smallerlocal governments may be limited10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsCoastal Zone Management ProgramCZM United States Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationFunds for planning and implementingsustainable management of coastal zones.Section 306 Grants are for programs at thestate level and for coastal hazard mitigationstrategies, including the development oflocal hazard mitigation plans, outreach andeducation activities, monitoring programs,and projects to enhance programmanagement. Section 308 Grants, TheCoastal Zone Management Fund, providesemergency grants to address a wide range ofunforeseen or disaster-related circumstances. Section 309 Grants are competitive fundsdesigned to enhance state programs,including planning and land regulationactivities, enhancing natural features, andpreventative measures.State, tribal, and local entities Through FDEP, the State has anannual funding program which allowscoastal zone program monies to bepassed on to local governments. Inorder to be funded, the project mustbe consistent with the State’sapproved Coastal Zone ManagementProgram. The consistency reviewprocess is coordinated by the FloridaDepartment of Community Affair’sCoastal Zone Management Office. Grants andcooperative agreements Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.noaa.govOffice of Ocean andCoastal ResourceManagement, NationalOcean Service, NationalOceanic and AtmosphericAdministration, U.S.Department of Commerce,1305 East-West Highway,Silver Spring, MD 20910,(301) 713-3102The State’sCoastal Program consists ofthe majority of the State statutesconcerning environmental regulations,as well as portions of Chapters 163and180, FloridaStatutes, dealing with thelocal comprehensive planningrequirements. In that sense, theprogram is a mitigation funding sourcefor hurricane and coastal stormdisasters, and for inappropriateplanning and zoning decisions whichmight contribute to potential futuredisasters.Community Assistance Program – State Support Services ElementCAP United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo ensure that communities participating inthe National Flood Insurance Program(NFIP) are achieving flood loss reductionmeasures consistent with program direction.The program is intended to identify, prevent, and resolve floodplain management issues in participating communities before theyrequire compliance action by FEMA. The direct beneficiary of the CAP-SSSE is the individual Statereceiving financial assistance. Inaddition, participating NFIPcommunities and localgovernments which receivefloodplain management and floodloss reduction assistance providedby the State are also (indirect)beneficiaries as a consequence ofthe services they receive.The CAP-SSSE is a product-orientedprogram directly related to the floodloss reduction objectives of the NFIP. Cooperative agreement $5,000,000 in 1997 Contact Agency 75% federal maximum and25% minimum State costsharing basisContact Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/mit/Program ImplementationDivision, MitigationDirectorate, FederalEmergency ManagementAgency, 500 “C” Street,SW, Room 430,Washington DC, 20472,(202) 646-3121This program does not provide anyform of direct mitigation funding tolocal governments. However, theprogram is a source of funding forState Programs and, thus, indirectlyimpacts local governments.Community Development Block Grant ProgramCDBG United States Department of Housing and Urban Development THROUGH Collier County Financial Administration and Housing DepartmentAnnually allocated to Collier County todevelop viable urban communities throughdecent housing, a suitable livingenvironment, and by expanding economicactivities,principally for low- and moderate-income persons. Non profit organizations (501(c)3and governmental organizationsContact Collier County FinancialAdministration and HousingDepartment for details and currentpriorities outlined in annual planGrants varies from year toyear Contact Agency none, although applicantcommitment gives projecthigher rankingContact Agencyhttp://www.hud.govLocal Contact - CollierCounty FinancialAdministration and HousingDepartment - 403-2330;Federal Contact - Office ofCommunity Planning andDevelopment, United StatesDepartment of Housing andUrban Development,451 7th Street, SW, Washington,DC 20410, (202) 708-3587Funds call also fund long-term needs,such as acquisition, rehabilitation, orreconstruction of damaged propertiesand facilities and redevelopment ofdisaster-affected areas. Funds may alsobe used for emergency responseactivities, such as debris clearance anddemolition, and extraordinary increasesin the level of necessary publicservices.Community Disaster LoansNone United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo provide loans to any local governmentthat has suffered substantial loss of tax andother revenues, and which is in a geographicarea in which the President designates amajor disaster exists. The funds can only beused to maintain existing functions of amunicipal operating character and the localgovernment must demonstrate a need forfinancial assistance.Applicants must be in a designatedmajor disaster area and mustdemonstrate that they meet thespecific conditions of FEMADisaster Assistance Regulations 44CFR, Part 206, Subpart K,Community Disaster Loans. To beeligible the applicant mustdemonstrate: 1) a substantial lossof tax and other revenues, as aresult of a major disaster; and 2) aneed for financial assistance toperform its governmentalfunctions. Any local governmentwithin a designated disaster area isa potential beneficiary.Loans are made only to localgovernments or other politicalsubdivisions of the State, and arebased on need, not to exceed 25percent of the annual operatingbudget of the local government forthe fiscal year in which the disasteroccurs. The funds cannot be used tomeet the non-federal share of anyFederal program, finance capitalimprovements, or repair or restorepublic facilitiesDirect loans Contact Agency Contact Agency 25% Contact Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/r-n-r/Response and RecoveryDirectorate, FederalEmergency ManagementAgency, 500 “C” Street,SW, Washington, DC20472, (202) 646-4066This is an excellent mitigation programfor the purpose of enabling localgovernments to temporarily(occasionally, permanently) recouptheir disaster period operatingexpenses.Comprehensive Improvement Assistance Program for Public and Indian HousingCIAP United States Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentTo provide capital funds to improve thephysical condition and to upgrade themanagement and operation of existingPublic and Indian Housing projects to assurethat they continue to be available to servelow-income families.Public Housing Agencies (PHAs)and Indian Housing Authorities(IHAs) operating PHA/IHA-ownedlow-income housing projectsunder an existing AnnualContributions Contract (ACC) with fewer than 250 units. Theresidents of the housing projectsare the program’s ultimatebeneficiaries.Comprehensive ImprovementAssistance Program (CIAP) fundingmay be used to fund capitalimprovements, as well as majorrepairs, management improvements,and planning costs.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.hud.gov/progdesc/pihindx.htmlOffice of Public and IndianHousing, U.S. Departmentof Housing and UrbanDevelopment, 451 7th Street, SW, Washington, DC20410, (202) 708-0950This is a good funding source for localhousing agencies which arecontemplating modernizing andupgrading their existing public housingprojects. The program also covers theestablishment of new public housingprojects. This is disaster mitigation inthe sense that sub-standard housing isless likely to withstand a disaster thanis “up-to-code” housing.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsDisaster Mitigation Planning and Technical AssistanceNone United States Department of Commerce/Economic Development AdministrationPrimarily for economic developmentinitiatives, but also for hazard mitigationwhen the focus is on creating disasterresistant jobs and workplaces; monies areapplicable because projects related todeveloping infrastructure are also makingthe community more disaster resistant. Primarily for economicdevelopment initiatives, but alsofor hazard mitigation when thefocus is on creating disasterresistant jobs and workplaces;monies are applicable becauseprojects related to developinginfrastructure are also making thecommunity more disaster resistant. Contact Agency Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.doc.gov/eda/grantsUnited States Department ofCommerce, 1244 SpeerBoulevard, Suite 670,Denver, CO 80204-3591,(303) 844-4715.Primarily for economic developmentinitiatives, but also for hazardmitigation when the focus is oncreating disaster resistant jobs andworkplaces; monies are applicablebecause projects related to developinginfrastructure are also making thecommunity more disaster resistant. Disaster Relief ProgramDRI/Disaster Recovery InitiativeUnited States Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentProvides flexible grants to help cities,counties, and States recover fromPresidentially declared disasters, especiallyin low-income areas. When disasters occur,Congress may appropriate additionalfunding for the CDBGand HOMEprogramsas DRI grants to rebuild the affected areasand bring crucial seed money to start therecovery process. Since it can fund abroader range of recovery activities thanmost other programs, DRI helpscommunities and neighborhoods thatotherwise might not recover due to limitedresources. DRI supplements disasterprograms of the Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, the Small BusinessAdministration, and the U.S. Army Corps ofEngineers. States and local governments inplaces that have been designatedby the President of the UnitedStates as disaster areasExamples of funded activitiesinclude:(1) buying damaged properties in aflood plain and relocating them tosafer areas; (2) relocation paymentsfor people and businesses displacedby the disaster; (3) debris removal; (4)rehabilitation of homes and buildingsdamaged by the disaster; (5) buying,constructing, or rehabilitating publicfacilities such as water and sewersystems, streets, neighborhoodcenters, and government buildings;(6) code enforcement; (7) homeownership activities such as downpayment assistance, interest ratesubsidies and loan guarantees; (8)public services (generally limited tono more than 25 percent of the grant);(9) energy conservation activities; (10) helping businesses create jobs; and(11) planning and administration costs (limited to no more than 20 percent ofthe grant)Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.hud.govOffice of CommunityPlanning and Development,United States Department ofHousing and UrbanDevelopment, 451 7th Street, SW, Washington, DC20410, (202) 708-3587,Extension 4538The funds from this program aredistributed to the State, to be disbursedto local governments within declareddisaster areas. This program is part ofthe “package” of funding sourceswhich the federal government makesavailable to States which have sufferedfrom disasters.Disposal of Federal Surplus Real PropertyNone United States General Services AdministrationTo dispose of surplus federal propertythrough lease, use permits, sale, exchange ordonation.State and local governments areeligible to apply for surplus realproperty for the purpose ofconstructing parks, recreationalfacilities, correctional institutions,historical monuments, publicairports, health facilities,educational institutions, facilitiestoserve homeless persons,replacement housing, and generalpublic purposes. Surplus real and related personalproperty may be conveyed to eligibleentities for use as public parks orrecreation areas, and public health oreducational uses at discounts of up to100%. Property to be utilized forpublic airports, wildlife conservation,correctional facilities, replacementhousing, and historic monuments,may be provided to eligible agenciesat no cost. Otherwise, propertyplanned to be utilized for generalpublic uses can be provided, withoutrestrictions, at a negotiated cost of fairmarket value or greater.Varies depending ontype of acquisition N/A N/A None N/A Not provided Office of Property Disposal, General ServicesAdministration, PublicBuilding Service,Washington, DC 20405,(202) 501-0084Excellent way for a local agency toreplace equipment which was damagedor lost as a result of its use in disasterresponse activities. Response/reliefagencies can find replacementequipment and supplies within theFederal inventory. Emergency Bank ProtectionNone United States Department of Defense/United States Army/United States Army Corps of Engineers To provide protection for highways,highway bridges, essential public works,churches, hospitals, schools, and othernonprofit public services which areendangered by flood-caused erosion.States, political subdivisions ofStates or other responsible localagencies which have beenestablished under State law withfull authority and ability toundertake necessary legal andfinancial responsibilitiesThe Corps of Engineers designs andconstructs the project. Each projectselected must be feasible from anengineering standpoint, completewithin itself and economicallyjustifiable. Specialized services,Contact Agency$12,500,000 spentnationwide in 1996 Non-federal interests areresponsible for all projectcosts in excess of theFederal limit of $500,000 Anything above $500,000project costsContact Agencyhttp://www.usace.army.mil/U.S. Army Corps ofEngineers, United StatesArmy, United StatesDepartment of Defense,USACE, Attention: CECW-PM DoD, Washington, DC20314-1000, (202) 272-0169Any local government which is awareof a local critical facility which hasrecently been endangered by erosion ofa stream bank or flowway could be aneligible local sponsor for this type offederal aid. While most of theseprojects are related to erosion ofhighways or bridge embankments, theCorps has also conducted erosioncontrol projects for schools, hospitals,wastewater treatment plants, and othertypes of public facilities.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsEmergency Community Water Assistance GrantsNone United States Department of AgricultureAvailable to rural communities whendisaster strikes. Congress may appropriatefunds for the program after a flood,earthquake, or other disaster if Federalassistance is warranted.Applicants must demonstrate that asignificant decline in quantity orquality of water occurred withintwo years of the date theapplication was filed with RUS.Public bodies and nonprofitcorporations serving rural areas,including cities or towns whosepopulation does not exceed 10,000people may be eligible. Extend, repair, or perform significantmaintenance on existing watersystems; construct new water lines,wells or other sources of water,reservoirs, and treatment plants;replace equipment; and pay costsassociated with connection or tapfees. (2) Pay related expenses such aslegal and engineering fees andenvironmental impact analyses, oracquire rights associated withdeveloping sources of, treating,storing, or distributing water. (3)Achieve compliance with therequirements of the Federal WaterPollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. l etseq.) or with the Safe Drinking WaterAct when noncompliance is directlyrelated to a recent decline in quality ofpotable water.Grants $21,700,000 (FY 03) $ 500,000.00 None Contact Agencyhttp://www.usda.gov/rus/water/docs/wwfact.pdfAssistant Administrator,Water and EnvironmentalPrograms, USDA – RUS,Washington, D.C. 20250,Telephone: (202) 720-9583Construction of new or improvedfacilities that are up to currentstandards, wind strengths, etc. ismitigation.Emergency Management Assistance for State and Local GovernmentsState and Local Assistance (SLA)United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo encourage the development ofcomprehensive disaster preparedness andassistance plans, programs, capabilities, andorganizations by the States and by localgovernments. Applications are accepted onlyfrom States;local governments andIndian Tribes are eligible toparticipate as sub-grantees undertheir States' applications.SLA funds may be used for necessaryand essential State and localemergency management personneland administrative expenses includingsalaries and benefits of emergencymanagement personnel, essentialofficial travel and other administrativeexpenses. Formula grants Varies from year toyear Contact Agency Vaires Contact Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/pte/about.htmState and LocalPreparedness Division,Preparedness, Training andExercises Directorate,Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, 500“C” Street, SW,Washington, DC 20472,(202) 646-3492 This program covers a wide variety ofactivities; both at the State and locallevels. Local agencies should maintaincommunications with their appropriateState contacts, in order to determinewhat kinds of activities will be eligibleto receive funding during the fiscalyear Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance Trust Fund - GeneralEMPA Florida Department of Community AffairsTo implement projects that will further stateand local emergency management objectivesState or regional agencies, localgovernments, and private non-profit organizationsEligible applicants may submitmultiple applications, however, nosingle application shall seek or receive an award in excess of $300,000. Alleligible applicants, with the exceptionof counties and state agencies shall belimited to no more than three (3)application submissions in anapplication cycle.Grants Contact Agency $300,000 max. Points awarded dependingon match providedTo submit to CountyEM Department forreview- January; toDEM - Februaryhttp://www.floridadisaster.org/cps/grants.htm#CompetitiveGrantDepartment of CommunityAffairs, Division ofEmergency Management,2555 Shumard OakBoulevard, Tallahassee,Florida 32399-2100, PaulChurchwell, (850) 413-9942, paula.churchwell@dca.state.fl.usProjects that do any of the followinghave the potential to supportmitigation:1) promote public educationon disaster preparedness and recoveryissues, 2) enhance coordination ofrelief efforts of statewide private sectororganizations, including public-privatebusiness partnership efforts, or 3)improve the training and operationscapabilitiesof agencies assigned lead orsupport responsibilities in the StateComprehensive EmergencyManagement Plan.Emergency Management Preparedness and Assistance Trust Fund - MunicipalitiesEMPA Florida Department of Community AffairsTo implement projects that will further stateand local emergency management objectivesMunicipalities that are legallyconstitutedMunicipalities must have anauthorized, established, andmaintained emergency managementprogram, and have signed the currentStatewide Mutual Aid Agreement(SMAA) and supplied all requiredinformation and documentation suchthat the SMAA agreement is ready tobe signed by the Division as of thedate of the application deadline. Grants Contact Agency $ 50,000.00 Points awarded dependingon match providedTo submit to CountyEM Department forreview- January; toDEM - Februaryhttp://www.floridadisaster.org/cps/grants.htm#CompetitiveGrantDepartment of CommunityAffairs, Division ofEmergency Management,2555 Shumard OakBoulevard, Tallahassee,Florida 32399-2100, PaulChurchwell, (850) 413-9942, paula.churchwell@dca.state.fl.usProjects that do any of the followinghave the potential to supportmitigation:1) promote public educationon disaster preparedness and recoveryissues, 2) enhance coordination ofrelief efforts of statewide private sectororganizations, including public-privatebusiness partnership efforts, or 3)improve the training and operationscapabilitiesof agencies assigned lead orsupport responsibilities in the StateComprehensive EmergencyManagement Plan.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsEmergency Relief ProgramNone United States Department of Transportation/Federal Highway AdministrationTo assist State Transportation agencies inplanning for and developing an integrated,interconnected transportation system basedupon the National Highway System(including the interstate system). Theprogram will also assist state agencies inmaking transportation improvements to allpublic roads (excepting designated “minorcollectors”). The program will also assist inrepairs to federal-aid roads after disasters.The program objectives are to foster safehighway design, replace or rehabilitatedeficient or obsolete bridges, and to providefor certain special purposes.State transportation agencies, orlocal road/bridge agenciesreceiving federal funds. Federal-aid highway funds aregenerally apportioned by statutoryformulas to the States and restricted to roads open to the public and notfunctionally classified as local or ruralminor collectors. Exceptions to thisinclude planning and researchactivities, bridge and safetyimprovements which may be done onany public road. Projects in CollierCounty must be based ontransportation planning processcarried out by the MetropolitanPlanning Organization (MPO) incooperation with the State and transitoperators, and be included inmetropolitan plans and programs.These projects must also be includedin the approved statewidetransportation improvement program(STIP)Formula Grants andProject Grants Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.fhwa.dot.gov/Director, Office ofEngineering, FederalHighway Administration,United States Department ofTransportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington,DC 20590, (202) 366-4853, In order to use this program formitigation purposes, it would probablybe necessary for the localtransportation agency to establish sometype of partnership with the FloridaDepartment of Transportation (FDOT).Furthermore, the particular projectmight have to be scheduled on FDOT’sfive-year work program for the region.Thus, it could take several years for theproject to be selected, scheduled,funded and then actually completed. Emergency Watershed Protection ProgramEWP United States Department of Agriculture/Natural Resources Conservation ServiceUndertake emergency measures, includingthe purchase of flood plain easements, forrunoff retardation and soil erosionprevention to safeguard lives and propertyfrom floods, drought, and the products oferosion on any watershed whenever fire,flood or any other natural occurrence iscausing or has caused a sudden impairmentof the watershed. It is not necessary for anational emergency to be declared for anarea to be eligible for assistance. Programobjective is to assist sponsors andindividuals in implementing emergencymeasures to relieve imminent hazards to lifeand property created by a natural disaster.Activities include providing financial andtechnical assistance to remove debris fromstreams, protect destabilized streambanks,establish cover on critically eroding lands,repairing conservation practices, and thepurchase of flood plain easements. Theprogram is designed for installation ofrecovery measures.Public and private landowners areeligible for assistance but must berepresented by a project sponsor.The project sponsor must be apublic agency of state, county, orcity government, or a specialdistrict.All EWP work must reduce threats tolife and property. Furthermore, itmust be economically andenvironmentally defensible and soundfrom an engineering standpoint. EWPwork must yield benefits to more thanone person. All work must representthe least expensive alternative.Individual assistance Varies depending onproject Varies depending onproject 25% Contact Agencyhttp://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/ewp/NRCS Naples ServiceCenter, 14700 ImmokaleeRoad, Naples, Florida34120-1468, (239) 455-4100, (239) 455-2693 fax Emergency work includes establishingquick vegetative cover on denudedland, sloping steep land, and erodingbanks; opening dangerously restrictedchannels; repairing diversions andlevees; and other emergency work;purchase of rural and agriculturalfloodplain easements designed to retireland from frequent flooding topreclude federal disaster payments,retire land to allow levee setbacks, orlimit the use of the land.Environmental Justice Grants to Small Community GroupsNone United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo provide financial assistance tocommunity-based organizations and Tribalgovernments for the support of projects todesign, demonstrate or disseminatepractices, methods or techniques related toenvironmental justice.Eligible applicants include:community-based grassrootsorganizations, other incorporatednonprofit organizations andfederally recognized TribalGovernments. Eligiblebeneficiaries can include: thegeneral public, community groups,public nonprofitinstitutions/organizations, andfederally recognized Tribalgovernments.Projects may include: 1. design,demonstration, or dissemination ofenvironmental justice curricula,including development of educationaltools and materials; 2. design anddemonstration of field methods,practices, and techniques, includingassessment of environmental andecological conditions and analysis ofenvironmental and public healthproblems; 3. identification,assessment or improvement of aspecific local environmental justiceissue or a specific environmentalproblem; and, 4. provision ofenvironmental justice training orrelated education for teachers, faculty,or related personnel in a specificgeographic area or region.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://es.epa.gov/oeca/oej/Office of EnvironmentalJustice, United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgency, 401 “M” Street,SW, Suite 2201A,Washington, DC 20460,(202) 564-2515The program is geared toward helpinglocal communities educate the publicabout potential environmental hazards,and to alleviating such hazards whenthey are identified (particularly withregard to lower income areas within alocal jurisdiction). Communities orgroups looking for funding to clean uphazardous waste sites in residentialareas, remove or reduce sources ofwater and air pollution, and/or seekingto halt environmental health problemsshould investigate this program10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsFannie Mae Pilot Loan ProgramNone United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency/Florida Department of Community AffairsFEMA and DCA jointly sponsor thisprogram. It makes consumer installmentloans available to Florida homeowners tomake specific disaster prevention homeimprovements. All single-family homeowners inFlorida.Homeowners may borrow up to$15,000 and take up to 10 years torepay the loan.Loans N/A $ 15,000.00 N/A N/Ahttp://www.fema.gov/fima/3003 Chamblee-Tucker Rd.,Atlanta, Georgia 30341,(770) 220-5200When Florida homeowners makeimprovements to their homes to protectthe structure from disasters, they arepotentially mitigating certain disasterrelated problems and reduce insuranceclaims and costs. First Responder Anti-Terrorism AssistanceNone United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo enhance the capabilities of firstresponders in managing the consequences ofterrorist acts.All fire and emergency firstresponse agencies and lawenforcement personnel who haveoperational and/or incidentmanagement responsibilitiesTraining is provided through Statefire training programs. The programis targeted to first responders, asbeing the individuals who will firstcome into contact with and have tomanage terrorist acts and theirconsequences.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/U.S. Fire Administration,Fire Academy, FederalEmergency ManagementAgency, 16825 South SetonAvenue, Emmitsburg, MD21727, (301) 447-1158These funds are provided to the StateFire College (in Florida), and aren’treally available to local agencies.However, first response agencies whoeither come into contact with terroristacts, or who expect to do so, would dowell to contact the State Fire CollegeorFEMA and explore the possibility ofmaking this training available to theiremployeesFisheries Development, Utilization Research and DevelopmentNone United States Department of Commerce/National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationThese related programs are administered bythe National Marine Fisheries Service(NMF). The stated purpose of theseprograms is: “To increase greatly theNation’s wealth and quality of life throughsustainable fisheries that support fishingindustry jobs, safe and wholesome seafood,and recreational opportunities.”Any United States citizen, anygroup of commercial interests;federal, state or local governments,or groups thereofProposals must be consistent with theannual funding priorities of theapplicable NMF or Regional FisheriesCouncil offices. Applicants shoulddemonstrate an awareness of thefisheries resources of their region, aswell as the issues or problemsassociated with local fisheries. Issuesand problems to be addressed in theproject should be supported byindustry experience.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.nmfs.gov/sfweb/sfhome.htmlOffice of SustainableFisheries Division, NationalMarine Fisheries Service,National Oceanic andAtmospheric Administration, U.S.Department of Commerce,1315 East-West Highway,Silver Spring, MD 20910,(301) 713-2358Any entity meeting the eligibilityrequirements, and interested infisheries enhancement could apply.Presumably, if a disaster had damageda fisheries resource, or an economicdisaster was likely, due to a fisheriescollapse, program funds could be usedfor restoration purposes.Flood Insurance FIP United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency/National Flood Insurance ProgramTo enable persons to purchase insuranceagainst physical damage to or loss ofbuildings and/or contents therein caused byfloods, mudslide (i.e., mud flow), or flood-related erosion, thereby reducing Federaldisaster assistance payments, and to promotewise floodplain management practices in theNation's flood-prone and mud flow-proneareas.Flood insurance can be madeavailable in any community (aState or political subdivisionthereof with authority to adopt andenforce floodplain managementmeasures for the areas within itsjurisdiction) that submits aproperly completed application toFEMA including copies of enactedfloodplain management measuresconsistent with the National FloodInsurance Program regulations.Under the Emergency Program of theNational Flood Insurance Program(NFIP), property owners may buyflood insurance at a chargeablepremium rate that is generally lowerthan a normal actuarial rate. Insurance N/A Maximum amounts ofsuch coverage availableunder the EmergencyProgram of the NFIP are:$35,000 for a single-family home, $100,000forall other residentialstructures, plus $10,000per dwelling unit for anycontents; for non-residential structures, anaggregate liability for anysingle structure of$100,000and for contents,$100,000 per unit.None N/Ahttp://www.fema.gov/nfip/National Flood InsuranceProgram, FederalEmergency ManagementAgency, 500 “C” Street,SW, Room 430,Washington DC, 20472,(202) 646-2781This is the quintessential hazardmitigation program in the United States. So important is this program that itessentially drives all federal flood,storm and hurricane related disasterresponse programs. One of the bestmitigation activities a local governmentcould undertake would be to encourageincreased resident purchase of floodinsurance.Flood Mitigation Assistance ProgramFMA United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo fund cost-effective measures by Statesand communities that reduce or eliminate the long-term risk of flood damage to buildings,manufactured homes, and other insurablestructures. Planning grants assist stateagencies and local governments indeveloping or updating flood mitigationplans that assess risk and propose possiblemitigation actions. Project grants assist stateagencies and local governments inimplementing flood mitigation projects thatwill reduce risk of flood damage torepetitive loss properties identified in a flood mitigation plan.State agencies, local governmentsparticipating in the National FloodInsurance Program (NFIP), andqualified local organizations.Planning Grants may be used to assistStates and communities in developingand updating flood mitigation plans.Technical Assistance Grants may beused to provide States with fundingthat will allow them to providetechnical assistance to communitiesthat are completing applications forFlood Mitigation Assistance (FMA)planning or project grants, or in theprocess of implementing FMA-funded mitigation projects. The onlyapplicants eligible for TechnicalAssistance Grants are the Stateagencies or departments responsiblefor administering FMA. ProjectGrants may be used to assist Statesand communities in implementingflood mitigation projects to reduce therisk of flood damage to insurablestructuresProject grants andformula grants $20 million Individual planning grantswill not exceed $150,000to any State agencyapplicant, or exceed$50,000to any communityapplicant. The totalplanning grant made inany Fiscal Year to anyState, including allcommunities located inthe State, will not exceed$300,000. Project Grants:$100,000 - base amountper State, with remainingfunds distributed based onthe number of floodinsurance policies andrepetitively damagedstructures.25% Contact Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/mit/Mitigation Directorate,Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, 500“C” Street, SW,Washington, DC 20472,(202) 646-4621This is a very good mitigation programfor communities which are members ofthe NFIP and actively maintain theirratings status under the program. Theprimary requirement of the grantprogram is that the community musthave or propose to develop amitigation plan to guide proposedactivities. Regional staff notes that theapproved, finalized Local MitigationStrategy may meet the criteria for suchplanning10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsFlood Plain Management ServicesNone United States Department of Defense/United States Army/United States Army Corps of Engineers Section 206 of the 1960 Flood Control Actprovides USACE services in planning andtechnical services without charge for studies,including hurricane evacuation studies,comprehensive flood plain managementstudies, flood damage reduction studies,urbanization impact studies, stormwatermanagement studies, and inventories offlood-prone structures.State, tribal, and local governments None provided Services N/A N/A N/A N/Ahttp://www.saj.usace.army.mil/Jacksonville Corps OfEngineers, 904-232-2568 or1-800-291-9405Planning, designing and constructingfor flood control is a form ofmitigationFlorida Communities Trust/Florida Forever ProgramFCT Florida Department of Community Affairs/Florida Communities TrustTo facilitate the purchase of lands, forconservation and/or recreation purposes, bylocal governmentsLocal governments and non-profitenvironmental organizations thatare tax exempt under section501(c)(3) of the United StatesInternal Revenue Code are eligibleto apply for funding.Land acquisition proposals in whichthe local government proposes to usematching funds are viewed morefavorably than outright grants.However, both types of financing canbe approved.Purchases, purchaseagreements $66 million $6.6 million Counties with populationsgreater than 75,000 andmunicipalities withpopulations greater than10,000 are required toprovide a minimum matchof 25% of the total projectcost. Small counties andcities that are under theabove thresholds, andeligible nonprofitenvironmental organizations, may applyfor a 100% grant award.May each year, datevarieshttp://www.dca.state.fl.us/ffct/ or http://www.state.fl.us/comaff/MORE_ABT/progindx/dfct.html2555 Shumard Oaks Blvd.,Tallahassee, FL 32399,(850) 922-2207,fctinfo@dca.state.fl.usBecause of its emphasis onpreservation, conservation andenvironmental protection, this programis often overlooked as a potentialfunding source for disaster mitigation.However, a partially settled area,wherein the local government hasrecorded periodic reoccurring flooddamage, is an excellent subject forpurchase with funds from thisprogram; particularly if other(environmental) benefits can also bedemonstrated.Florida Recreation Development Assistance ProgramFRDAP Department of Environmental Protection/Division of Recreation and ParksProvides grants for acquisition ordevelopment of land for public outdoorrecreation use or to construct or renovaterecreational trails. Municipal and county governments or other legally constituted entitieswith the legal responsibility toprovide public outdoor recreation.Applicants may submit up to twoapplications during the submissionperiodGrants Contact Agency $ 200,000.00 The match requirementsdepend on the total projectcost: 1) $50,000 or lessrequires a 0% match, 2)$50,001 - 150,000, requiresa 25% match, and 3) over$150,000, requires a 50%match. Matching fundsmay be in the form of cash,the value of undevelopedland owned by theapplicant (subject toconditions), or in-kindservices. October each yearwww.dep.state.fl.us/parks/bdrsBureau of Design andRecreation Services, 3900Commonwealth Boulevard,Mail Station #585,Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000, Phone: 850/488-7896,Fax: 850/488-3665,mahogany.r.simmons@dep.state.fl.usAcquisition of land or improvement ofacquired land may be mitigation.Florida Warning and Information NetworkNone Florida Department of Community AffairsThis is a state-sponsored program to hardenexisting facilities against disasters events.The program contains some new elementsand may be applicable to needs identified byparticipating municipalities.Contact Agency None provided Contact Agency $4.66 million Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.floridadisaster.org/hwaw/appendix/fwin.htmChuck Hagan, FloridaDivision of EmergencyManagement2555 Shumard OakBoulevard, Tallahassee,Florida 32399-2100 850.413.9900charles.hagan@dca.state.fl.usHardening facilities against hazards is aform of mitigationFood Distribution Food Donation ProgramUnited States Department of AgricultureTo improve the diets of school-age and pre-school children, the elderly, needy personsin charitable institutions, and otherindividuals requiring food assistance. Toincrease the market for domesticallyproduced foods which have been acquiredunder surplus removal or price supportprograms.State, territorial and federalagencies involved in fooddistribution programs, or otherentities who receive and distributedonated food, school systems andchild-feeding programs, charitableinstitutions to the extent that theyserve needy persons, emergencyfeeding operations, elderlynutrition programs, elderlynutrition programs for AmericanIndians on reservations, andhouseholds participating in TheEmergency Food AssistanceProgram, are eligible to participate,but must do so through therelevant State or Federal agency. USDA makes food available to stateagencies for distribution to qualifiedoutlets. These outlets include, butmay not be limited to, emergencyfeeding organizations, soup kitchens,food banks, child/adult day carefacilities, certain charitableinstitutions, elderly nutritionprograms, non-profit summer camps,and Summer Food Service Programsfor children. Individuals receivingfood are not charged. Donated foodsmay not be sold, exchanged ordisposed of by the distributingagencies, without specific priorapproval by the USDA.Sale, exchange ordonation offood/food supplies. N/A N/A N/A N/Ahttp://www.usda.govFood Distribution Division,Food and ConsumerService, United StatesDepartment of Agriculture,Park Office Center, Room502, 3101 Park CenterDrive, Alexandria, VA22302, (703) 305-2680In order to use this program formitigation purposes, a local agencywould need to establish an emergencyfood distribution service meeting allapplicable state and federalrequirements. In order to justify itsexistence, the service would also haveto operate in a non-disaster capacity. Itis likely that most local governmentsare aware of local programs whichprovide meals, canned goods, etcetera,to needy individuals. A goodmitigation strategy might be to workwith one or more of these agencies(already certified under the USDAprogram) to establish mechanisms forquickly putting disaster mass feedingoperations in place.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsForest Lands None Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services/Division of ForestryTo preserve Florida forests The State of Florida receivesannual Florida Forever funding forthe acquisition of forested landsThe program operates primarilythrough the purchase of land from“willing sellers”. However, landacquired through other landacquisition programs may also beadded to the State Forest System.Purchases, purchaseagreements, donations, condemnation, purchase ofdevelopment rights,conservation easements, etc. Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.fl-dof.com/Division of Forestry,Florida Department ofAgriculture and ConsumerServices, 3125 ConnerBoulevard, Tallahassee, FL32399-1650, (850) 488-4274Acquisition of lands, especially alongthe coast or rivers is mitigationbecauseit removes the potential fordevelopment. Acquisition andsubsequent appropriate management ofinterior forested lands is mitigation .Greenways and Trails Land Acquisition ProgramFlorida ForeverOffice of Greenways and Trails/Department of Environmental ProtectionTo preserve natural environments and toestablish a State Trail System. The FloridaRecreational Trails Program was created in1979, and in 1987 the Florida Rails-to-TrailsProgram was created to acquire abandonedrailroad rights of way and additions to theFlorida National Scenic Trail for recreationalpurposes. This program was added to thePreservation 2000 program in 1990. In 1996,the Florida State Legislature created theFlorida Greenways and Trails AcquisitionProgram. The components of the originalRecreational Trails program are stillincluded in the new program, but now theDepartment of Environmental Protection canpurchase greenways in addition topurchasing abandoned railroad rights-of-way and additions to the Florida NationalScenic Trail.Federal, state, or local government;non-profit organizations; andindividual citizens of Florida. Fora project to qualify for theGreenways and Trails AcquisitionProgram, it must meet thefollowing criteria: (1) havedocumentation of a willing seller;(2) have documentation of awilling manager; and, (3) meet thedefinition of a greenway or trailA Certificate of Eligibilityis necessaryto prove thatthe applicant's proposedproject meets the following criteria:project meets statutory definition ofgreenway or trail, the project islocated within or adjacent to anopportunity segment on theRecreational Prioritization Maps, atleast 80% of project has a willingseller(s), project has a willingmanager Land acquisition $4.5 million Depends on land costs Variable August each yearhttp://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/acq/Cindy Radford, Office ofGreenways & Trails,Department ofEnvironmental Protection,3900 Commonwealth Blvd.,MS 795, Tallahassee,Florida 32399-3000cynthia.radford@dep.state.fl.us 850-245-2052Because of its emphasis onpreservation, conservation andenvironmental protection, this programis often overlooked as a potentialfunding source for disaster mitigation.Also, these funds are not directlyavailable to local governments, unless,of course, the local agency is the land.However, in Florida, lands which areenvironmentally endangered, such aswetlands, coastal areas and riverineareas, are often also lands subject toflooding, tidal surge, frequent fires andother natural hazards. Removal ofthese properties from the threat ofdevelopment is thus a form of disastermitigation.Hazard Mitigation Grant Program -Section 404HMGP - Post Disaster Hazard Mitigation ProgramUnited States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency and Florida Department of Community Affair/Division of Emergency ManagementTo prevent future losses of lives andproperty due to disasters. The programseeks to aid emergency managementagencies in implementing State and localhazard mitigation plans, to enable mitigationmeasures to begin in the immediateaftermath of a disaster, and to providefunding to enable agencies to implementpreviously identified mitigation measures.State and local governments,private/non-profit organizations,Indian Eligible applicants make applicationthrough their State emergencymanagement agency following aPresidential disaster declaration.Eligible projects include, but may notbe limited to, elevating, relocating,acquiring, or demolishing structuresso as to prevent or reduce futurelosses. Following a disasterdeclaration, the State will advertisethat HMGP funding is available tofund mitigation projects in the State.Those interested in applying to theHMGP should contact their localgovernment to begin the applicationprocess. Local governments shouldcontact their State Hazard MitigationOfficer.Grants The amount offunding available forthe HMGP under aparticular disasterdeclaration is limited.The program mayprovide a State withup to 7.5 percent ofthe total disastergrants awarded byFEMA. States thatmeet highermitigation planningcriteria may qualifyfor 20 percent underthe DisasterMitigation Act of2000.Varies depending onamount of overall fundingallocated post disaster FEMA can fund up to 75%of the eligible costs of eachproject. The State orgrantee must provide a25% match, which can befashioned from acombination of cash and in-kind sources. Fundingfrom other Federal sourcescannot be used for the 25%share with one exceptionApplications formitigation projects areencouraged as soonas possible after thedisaster occurs so thatopportunities to domitigation are not lostduring reconstruction.The State will set adeadline forapplication submittal.You should contactyour State HazardMitigation Officer forspecific applicationdates.http://www.fema.gov/mitor http://www.floridadisaster.org Mitigation Directorate,Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, 500“C” Street, SW,Emmitsburg, MD 20472,(202) 646-4621 or EricPooleFlorida Division ofEmergency Management2555 Shumard Oak Blvd.Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2100(850) 413-9947http://www.floridadisaster.org This is one of the better mitigationfunding sources. From examining thevarious projects referenced on the DCA website, it appears that these fundscould be utilized for a large variety ofmitigation projects.Hazard Mitigation Technical Assistance Program HMTAP United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo provide technical support to state/localcommunities, FEMA Regional andHeadquarters Mitigation staff in support ofmitigation initiatives; technical supportnecessary to mitigateagainst potential loss oflives and minimize the amount of damage asa result of a natural disasterAvailable for use by all FEMARegional and HeadquartersMitigation staff.Provides assistance to FEMA staff,designed to provide architectural,engineering, and other mitigationrelated technical assistance in supportof post disaster mitigation initiatives;examples are environmentalassessments, benefit cost analysis,engineering/architectural feasibilitystudies, remote sensing and GIS, postdisaster floodplain analysis andtrainingTechnical assistance N/A N/A N/A N/Ahttp://www.fema.gov/fima/Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, Suite900, 2323 Grand Blvd.,Kansas City, MO 64108,(816) 283-7061, or 3003Chamblee-Tucker Rd.Atlanta, Georgia 30341, Support of mitigation initiatives;technical support necessary to mitigateagainst potential loss of lives andminimize the amount of damage as aresult of a natural disaster10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsHazardous Materials Training ProgramNone United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo make funding available to providetraining in support of State, local, and Tribalgovernments and university-sponsoredprograms designed to improve emergencyplanning, preparedness, mitigation,response, and recovery capabilities. Theseprograms must provide special emphasis onemergencies associated with hazardouschemicals.These funds are available to Stateand tribal governments and U.S.territories. The funds benefit Stategovernments, local governments,tribes, and U.S. territories.These funds are authorized to provideeducation and training programs forFederal, State, local, and tribalpersonnel with special emphasis onhazardous chemicals and relatedchemical emergencies. These fundsare intended for the delivery oftraining courses only. The assistanceis normally available for one year.The assistance is awarded to the Statein a lump sum. The State may thenpass the funds through to otheragencies (in Florida, the LocalEmergency Planning Committees).Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency 20% Contact Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/emi/ishome.htmEmergency ManagementInstitute, FederalEmergency ManagementAgency, 16825 South SetonAvenue, Emmitsburg, MD21727, (301) 447-1142Training is a form of preparation.Hazardous Waste Worker Health and SafetySuperfund Worker Training ProgramUnited States Department of Health and Human ServicesTo provide cooperative agreements andproject grant support for the developmentand administration of model worker healthand safety training programs, consisting ofboth classroom and practical health andsafety training of workers and supervisors,for activities related to hazardous materials,hazardous waste generation, treatment,storage, disposal, removal, containment,transportation, or emergency response. Toassist organizations in the development ofinstitutional competency to provideappropriate training and education tohazardous waste workersEligible applicants include: publicor private nonprofit entitiesproviding worker health and safetyeducation and trainingCooperative agreements and projectgrants administered under thisprogram are intended to support thedirect costs of a project, in accordance with an approved budget, plusindirect costs at a pre-established rate.Both the award and use of funds aresubject to applicable provisions ofbasic statutory authorities,appropriations acts, pertinentregulations, and operating policies ofthe National Institute ofEnvironmental Health Sciences(NIEHS), the National Institutes ofHealth (NIH), and the Department ofHealth and Human Services (DHHS).Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.nih.gov/Office of ExtramuralOutreach and Information,National Institute ofEnvironmental HealthSciences, National Institutesof Health, Public HealthService, U.S. Department ofHealthand Human Services,6701 Rockledge Drive,MSC 7910, Bethesda, MD20892-7910, (301) 435-0714This is a good training program forlocal governments to utilize. Educationis a form of mitigation, in thatindividuals responsible forimplementing and overseeinghazardous waste cleanups would bebetter trained to do so, and thus wouldbe more likely to be successful.Home Investment Partnerships ProgramHOME United States Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentTo expand the supply of decent, affordablehousing, with particular emphasis on rentalhousing, for low-income and very low-income citizens.States, cities, urban counties, andconsortia (of contiguous units ofgeneral local governments with abinding agreement) This program provides loans forrehabilitation of existing units,conversion of non-residential uses toresidential uses; acquisition andrehabilitation of existing units, andnew construction; all for the purposeof increasing the availability ofaffordable housing units.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.hud.govCommunity Planning andDevelopment, United StatesDepartment of Housing andUrban Development, 451 7th Street, SW, Washington,DC 20410, (202) 708-3587A mitigation strategy utilizing thesefunds would require the localgovernment to have, or to partner with,a local housing agency. Under suchcircumstances, the program could be agood source of mitigation funds forreplacement of sub-standard units(more likely to succumb to a disaster)with safe, decent, affordable housing.Hurricane Program None United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo significantly reduce the loss of life,property, economic disruption, and disasterassistance costs resulting from hurricanes.States Provides state and local assistance;property protection; hazardidentification and evacuation studies;post-storm analysis; training andexercises; and public awareness andeducation campaigns, and materials tosupport State and local activities.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency 25% Contact Agencyhttp://www.fema.govMitigation Directorate,Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, 500“C” Street, SW,Washington, DC 20472,(202) 646-3685The program primarily providesinformation, public awarenessmaterials, and technical assistance tolocal and State governments (for use by their own programs). This is a goodpublic outreach mitigation program.Impact Aid Disaster Assistance ProgramNone United States Department of EducationTo assist with the increased costs to schools,and the decreased revenues to schooldistricts, which can result from the effects ofa disaster.Local educational agencies thatprovide free public elementary orsecondary education may apply forthese funds.Applications must be submittedwithin 90 days of the publication ofthe applicable disaster declarationnotice in the Federal Register.However, applicant eligibility and thefunding awarded will be based upon“before and after” (the disaster) data,which may not be available for a year,or longer time period.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.ed.gov/offices/OESE/Office of Elementary andSecondary Education, U.S.Department of Education,600 Independence Avenue,SW, Portals Building,Room 4200, Washington,DC 20202-6244, (202) 260-3858These funds could be used byindividual public schools, or schooldistricts, to aid in post-disasterrecovery and mitigation. However, thelong time lag between application andreceipt of the grant (if awarded) issomewhat of a deterrent.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsInteragency Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning GrantsHazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grants.United States Department of TransportationTo increase State, local, territorial andNative American tribal abilities to safely andefficiently handle hazardous materialsaccidents and incidents; to enhanceimplementation of the Emergency Planningand Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986(EPCRA); and to encourage acomprehensive approach to emergencyplanning and training by incorporatingresponse to transportation standards.States, U. S. Territories andFederally recognized NativeAmerican Tribes may apply foreither or both planning andtraining grantsThis grant program is intended to beused to increase the emphasis ontransportation in ongoing trainingefforts and to improve the capabilityof communities to plan for andrespond to the full range of potentialrisks posed by accidents and incidentsinvolving hazardous materials. Thegrants have two principal uses: (1) toassist States, Territories and NativeAmerican Tribes in developing,improving and implementingemergency response plans underEPCRA (including the determinationof flow patterns of hazardousmaterials within a State, betweenStates and Native American lands);and determining the need for regionalhazardous materials response teams.(2) to stimulate support for training ofPublic Sector employees to respondto accidents and incidents involvinghazardous materials.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.rspa.dot.gov/Research and SpecialPrograms Administration,U.S. Department ofTransportation, 400 7th Street, SW, DHM-64,Washington, DC 20590,(202) 366-0001The LEPC training programs are anexcellent mitigation tool for localemergency response agencies.Communities which have not takenadvantage of these programs shouldconsider doing so.National Fire Academy Educational ProgramNone United States Fire AdministrationThe National Fire Academy (part of the U.S.Fire Administration, which is part of FEMA)offers various courses on disaster andemergency related topics for fire departmentpersonnel, or others with fire preventionresponsibility. The purpose of this programis to provide travel stipends to studentsattending Academy courses.Potential applicants include anystudent who is a member of a firedepartment or has significantresponsibility for fire preventionand control and has been acceptedinto an eligible course at theNational Fire Academy. Theprogram reimburses the localagency or personal travel expensefor attending training programs. Presently, the program coversreimbursement for the cost of a 21-day pre-purchase, non-refundableticket for round-trip transportation bycommon carrier, or privately ownedvehicle mileage reimbursement not toexceed the cost of the airline ticket,for the resident program courses atthe National Fire Academy inEmmitsburg, Maryland, and also alimited stipend for selected regionaldelivery courses throughout thenation. For Resident Programcourses, students are required to paythe cost of meals which is $15.76(includes tax) daily (subject to changeeach October 1). For RegionalDelivery courses, a limited stipend ofup to $100for a one-week course andup to $200 for a two-week course isprovided to help offset the students'transportation and lodging costs.Reimbursements are not made toFederal employees attending onbehalf of their employer, privateindustry employees, or foreignstudents.Direct payments N/A N/A None Contact Agency http://www.usfa.fema.gov/index.htmEducational andTechnology ServicesBranch, NationalEmergency Training Center,U.S. Fire Administration,16825South Seton Avenue,Emmitsburg, MD 21727,(301) 447-1000 This is an excellent mitigationprogram;particularly with regard to firesuppression and control issues. Thereimbursement program is open to allfire and rescue or related agencies.Training of personnel to enable them tobetter respond to an emergency is aform of mitigation.National Historical Publications and Records GrantsNone National Historical Publications and Records Commission/National Archives and Records AdministrationTo undertake a wide range of activitiesrelated to the preservation, publication anduse of documentary sources relating toUnited States history.State and local governments,territorial governments, Indiantribes, educational and/or non-profit institutions, universities,colleges, libraries, historicalsocieties, museums, universitypresses, archives, individuals, etc.Funds may be used for projectshaving the purpose of: advancing thestate of the art (of preservation); topromote cooperative efforts byinstitutions and organizations; toimprove the knowledge, performanceand professional skills of thoseindividuals who work with historicrecords; for the preservation,arrangement and description ofhistorical records; and for thepublication (in book, microfiche orelectronic versions) of historicalrecords.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.nara.gov./gils/gils.htmlNational HistoricalPublications and RecordsCommission, NationalArchives and RecordsAdministration, NationalArchives Building,Washington, DC 20408,(202) 501-5610These funds could be used by localagencies in the creation ofCounty/Municipal records preservationor restoration strategies. Preservationof documents to reduce the amount ofpaperwork is a form of mitigation. 10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsOil Spill Liability Trust FundNone United States Department of TransportationTo encourage greater State participation inresponse to actual or threatened dischargesof oil. The program is funded through finespaid to the U.S. Coast Guard by entitiesliable for clean up costs for oil/fuel spills.The Governor of any State mayapply for financial assistance under this program.Funds are to be used for immediateclean up action costs that are directlyrelated to a specific incident. Removalcosts must generallybe incurred at thespill site or in support of spill siteclean up activities (e.g., salary costsfor State officials actually engaged inthe removal actions, transportationcosts for transporting persons andmaterials to the spill site, costs ofequipment usage and items consumedduring clean up, contract costs, andadministrative costs for preparingreports and documenting actionswhich occurred at the spill site).Removal actions must be consistentwith the National Contingency Plan(40 CFR 300) and must be approvedby the cognizant Coast Guard orEnvironmental Protection Agency(EPA) Federal On-Scene Coordinator(FOSC). Remedial actions andrestorations are not eligible forreimbursement.Grants andcooperative agreements Contact Agency Funding is limited to$250,000 per incident. Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.uscg.mil/Director’s Office, NationalPollution Funds Center,United States Coast Guard,United States Department ofTransportation, 4200Wilson Boulevard, Suite1000, Arlington, VA 22203-1804, (703) 235-4756 This program represents the primaryfunding source for U.S. Coast Guardactivities involved in responding to fuel or oil spills; particularly in navigablewaterways. This type of funding isgenerally available when a large-scaledisaster has created actual or potentialfuel spill incidents.Partners for Fish and WildlifeNone United States Department of the Interior/United States Fish and Wildlife ServiceThe US Fish and Wildlife Service providesfinancial and technical assistance to privatelandowners, businesses, and localgovernments interested in restoring wetlandsand riparian habitats on their land.Private landowners, NativeAmerican Organizations, localgovernments, educationalinstitutions and organizations areeligible for financial and technicalassistance from the PartnersProgram.Assistance provided to privatelandowners and Native AmericanTribes. Program goal is to achieve a50 percent cost share on projects withmatching funds and in-kindcontributions provided by thelandowners and other partners.Direct Payments forSpecified UseFY 05 est$32,000,000 $200 to $25,000. Theaverage cost per project is$5,400 This program has nostatutory formula. TheProgram goal is to obtain a50 percent match ofFederal monies bypartnering withlandowners, localcommunity groups andother local and nationalconservation organizations.Contact Agencyhttp://www.partners.fws.govChief, Branch of HabitatRestoration, U.S. Fish andWildlife Service,Department of the Interior,4401 N. Fairfax Drive,Room 400, Arlington, VA22203. Telephone: (703)358-2201. Use the samenumber for FTS. Faxnumber is (703) 358-2232.Typical wetland restoration andenhancement techniques involverestoring the natural hydrology of a sitethrough the blocking of surfaceditches, breaking sub-surface draintiles, building shallow berms to trapwater, filling in concentration pits,removing eroded sediment which fillsin basins, installing grass buffers, orinstalling fences along wetlands orstream corridors that prevent cattlegrazing within the stream or wetland.Physical Disaster LoansNone Small Business AdministrationTo provide loans to victims of physicaldisasters to cover uninsured losses.Individuals, business concerns,charitable and nonprofitorganizations. Agriculturalenterprises are ineligible.Applicants must have sufferedphysical property loss s a result ofa disaster which occurred in anarea declared as eligible forassistance by the President or TheSmall Business Administration.Applicants must demonstrate anability to repay the loan.Loans are made to homeowners,renters, businesses of all sizes andnonprofit organizations to repairand/or replace damaged and/ordestroyed real property and/orpersonal property to its pre-disasterconditions. Loans tohomeowners/tenants are made forperiods of up to 30 years. Direct Loans;Guaranteed/Insured Loans Contact Agency There is a funding limitof$200,000 forrepair/replacement of realproperty and a limit of$40,000 forrepair/replacement ofpersonal property. Theloan limit may beincreased by 20 percent toprovide protectivemeasures from damagescaused by physicaldisasters. The interest ratefor homeowners/tenantswho have credit availableelsewhere is determinedby a formula based on thecost of money to the U.S.Government, but not toexceed 8 percent. Theinterest rate forhomeowners/tenants whodo not have creditavailable elsewhere is one-half of the formula rate,but not to exceed 4percent. Loans to businessmay not exceed$1,500,000. Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.sba.gov/disaster/or http://www.sba.gov/disaster_recov/loaninfo/dloanassit.htmlOffice of DisasterAssistance, Small BusinessAdministration, 409 3rd Street, SW, Washington,DC 20416, (202) 205-6734This is the standard SBA disaster loanwhich becomes available after an areahas suffered from a Presidentially-declared disaster. The purpose is toimplement mitigation measures toprotect business property from damageby future disasters. Examples might beretaining walls, sea walls, grading andcontouring land, elevating flood-pronestructures, relocating utilities, andretrofitting structures against highwinds, earthquakes, floods, wildfires,or other disasters.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsPlanning Assistance to StatesSection 22 Program United States Department of Defense/United States Army/United States Army Corps of Engineers Section 22 of the Water ResourcesDevelopment Act (WRDA) of 1974 allowsthe USACE to assist state, tribal, and localgovernments in the preparation ofcomprehensive plans for the development,utilization, and conservation of water andrelated land resources with up to 50%federal match. Technical and planningassistance may include wetlands evaluationstudies, flood damage reduction studies,flood plain management studies, and waterquality/quantity studies.State, regional, and local units ofgovernment should submitrequests for assistance to the StateSection Coordinator with a copy tothe Corps.The State or Tribalcoordinator/official would verify thatthe request for assistance is inagreement with their comprehensivewater plan and include it in theirannual program budget request. TheState's and Tribe's annual request forassistance is used to develop theCorps Section 22 Program for thatyearTechnical assistance Contact Agency $ 300,000.00 50% Contact Agencyhttp://www.saj.usace.army.mil/pd/pdpf.htm or http://www.saj.usace.army.mil/pd/22.htmlMr. Russ Rote, P.E., Chief,Flood Control and FloodPlain Management Section,U.S. Army Corps ofEngineers, Attn: PD-PF,P.O. Box 4970,Jacksonville, FL 32232,Russ.L.Rote@saj02.usace.army.mil, 904-232-2232Some neighborhood drainage systemsare only designed to handle, or arecapable of handing, a few inches ofrainfall. The Corps can performstudies of these and other communityflooding problems, performenvironmental improvement studiesinvolving water resources, act inconcert with other governmentalagencies to perform hurricaneevacuation and damage studies, andperform studies of floods and floodplain issues. The Planning Assistanceto States Program may help States insupport of the Coastal ZoneManagement Act of the FloodplainManagement Services Program whenthe primary purpose is to supplementbasinwide or regional State planningfor the coastal zone or floodplains.Pollution Control Bond ProgramState Bond Loan ProgramFlorida Department of Environmental ProtectionConstruction of pollution control facilities,including those related to drinking water,wastewater, stormwater, solid waste, and airpollution.Local governments; specialdistricts are eligible as well asmunicipalities and countygovernmentsPlans and specifications of proposedfacilities are required. The loaninterest rate is a pass through rate.Loans that come fromState of Florida fullfaith and creditrevenue bonds.Bonds are sold on acompetitive bid basisand reflect marketconditions. Thebonds are tax exempt.No interest subsidy.$300 millionannually; source ofthe funds are bondssold by the state Loans less than $10million probably would be packaged with otherloans. Loans in the milliondollar range may not bepractical. Projectsinvolving numerous smallcontracts, work orders,purchase orders, etc. arenot practical under thisprogram. Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.dep.state.fl.us/water/wff/sbl/index.htmDon Berryhill, Chief, WaterFacilities Funding Program,Florida Department ofEnvironmental Protection,2600 Blair Stone Road M.S.3500 Tallahassee, Florida32399, 850-245-8359Ensuring structurally sound andproperly engineered facilities is a formof mitigation.Pollution Prevention Grants ProgramPPIS United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo support State and tribal level pollutionprevention programs that address thereduction of pollutants across allenvironmental media: air, land, and water.States, local governments, privateuniversities, private non-profitentities, private businesses, andindividuals are not eligible. AnyState, interstate, and/or localagency/organization/university, Federally-Recognized IndianTribes, public non-profitorganization/institution, for-profitorganization, private organization,and quasi-public nonprofitorganization may serve as afunding beneficiary.Source reduction is any practice that:(1) reduces the amount of anyhazardous substance, pollutant, orcontaminant entering any wastestream or otherwise released into theenvironment (including fugitiveemissions) prior to recycling,treatment, or disposal; and, (2)reduces the hazards to public healthand the environment associated withthe release of such substances,pollutants, or contaminants. Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency 50% Contact Agencyhttp://www.epa.gov/opptintr/Pollution PreventionDivision, Office ofPollution Prevention andToxics, United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgency, 401 “M” Street,SW, Suite 7409,Washington, DC 20460,(202) 564-2515Use of this program by a localgovernment in Florida would probablyrequire a partnership arrangement withthe State and Federal governments and,perhaps, a contributing non-profitagency. However, the program mightbe able to provide assistance inresolving local pollution controlproblems.Pre-Disaster Mitigation Competitive Grant ProgramPDM - CompetitiveUnited States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency and Florida Department of Community Affairs/Division of Emergency ManagementProvides funds to State, Tribal, and localgovernments for pre-disaster mitigationplanning and projects primarily addressingnatural hazards. Cost-Effective pre-disastermitigation activities reduce risk to life andproperty from natural hazard events before anatural disaster strikes, thus reducing overallrisks to the population and structures, whilealso reducing reliance on funding fromactual disaster declarations. Funds will beawarded on a competitive basis tosuccessful.State and territorial emergencymanagement agencies;eligiblesub-applicants include state agencies;Federally-recognized Indian Tribalgovernments; and localgovernments. Applicants can applyfor PDM competitive grant fundsdirectly to FEMA, while Sub-applicants must apply for fundsthrough an eligible Applicant.Private non-profit organizationsare not eligible to apply for PDMbut may ask the appropriate localgovernment to submit anapplication for the proposedactivity on their behalf.Not dependent upon a Presidentialdisaster declaration. Mitigationplanning and mitigation projects areeligible activities, includinginformation dissemination activitiesregarding cost-effective mitigationtechnologies related to the proposedmitigationplanning activity or project.Associated Applicant and Sub-applicant management costs also areeligible.Grants $132,650,000 in FY2003 $3,000,000 25%, for smallimpoverished communities, match is 10%October each yearhttp://www.fema.gov/fima/pdmKaren Magnino, MitigationDivision, FEMA, 500 CStreet SW, Room 444,Washington, DC 20472,(202) 646-3807,Karen.Magnino@dhs.gov.A PDM competitive grant will providefunds for the community to reduce theoverall risk to populations andstructures through mitigation projectsand plans prior to a disaster occurring.Mitigation projects, acquisition orrelocation of vulnerable properties,hazard retrofits, minor structural hazardcontrol or protection projects,community outreach and education10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsPre-Disaster Mitigation Program – Planning GrantsPDM - PlanningUnited States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency and Florida Department of Community Affairs/Division of Emergency ManagementTo provide technical assistance (riskassessments, project development) and torevise and update the Local MitigationStrategy.States, which, in turn, may providesub-grants to local and IndianTribal governments. Private non-profit organizations are not eligiblesub-grantee applicants; however,local governments may sponsor anapplication on their behalf.Not dependent upon a Presidentialdisaster declaration. All applicantsmust be participating in the NationalFlood Insurance Program if they havebeen identified through the NFIP ashaving a Special Flood Hazard Area(a Flood Hazard Boundary Map(FHBM)or Flood Insurance Rate Map(FIRM). Grants For FY 2003, FEMAprovided a maximumof $248,375 (Federalshare) to each state,Collier County's sharewas $20,000 $ 20,000.00 25% Deadline for statesubmittal to FEMA isin April, localgovernment deadlineto state would followhttp://www.fema.gov/fima/pdm.shtmorhttp://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/03mar20030800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2003/03-4903.htmFEMA Region IV, 3003Chamblee, Tucker Road,Atlanta, GA 30341or 500 CStreet, SW., Room 401,Washington, DC 20472,(202) 646-3027 or E-mail:Margaret.Lawless@fema.gov.Useful for updating mitigationstrategiesPublic Assistance PA/Section 406United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo allow state and local governments torespond to disasters, to recover from theirimpact and to mitigate impact from futuredisasters. While these grants are aimed atgovernments and organizations -- their finalgoal is to help a community and all itscitizens recover from devastating naturaldisasters. The PA Program provides thebasis for consistent training andcredentialing of staff (people) whoadminister the program; more accessible andunderstandable guidance andpolicyforparticipating in the grant program; improvedcustomer service through a more efficientgrant deliveryprocess, applicant-centeredmanagement, and better informationexchange; and continuingperformance evaluations and program improvements.State and local governments and tocertain private nonprofitorganizations.The Public Assistance Programprovides supplemental Federaldisaster grant assistance for the repair,replacement, or restoration of disaster-damaged, publicly owned facilitiesand the facilities of certain PrivateNon-Profit (PNP) organizations.Grants can be used to clear debris;apply emergency protective measuresto preserve life and property inresponse to the declared event; andrepair or replace damaged structures,such as buildings, utilities, roads andbridges, water-control facilities, andrecreational facilities.Grants Varies each year, anddepends on cost ofdeclared disasters andfunding available For small projects (under$48,900 for FY00), thegrant is based on anestimate of the cost of thework. For large projects($48,900 or more), thefinal grant is based onactual eligible costs. Inlarge projects, the Statewill disburse progresspayments, as requiredThe Federal share ofassistance is not less than75% of the eligible cost foremergency measures andpermanent restoration. TheState determines how thenon-Federal share (up to25%) is split with theapplicantsThe projectcompletion deadlinesare set from the datethat the major disasteror emergency isdeclared. EmergencyWork: 6 months,Permanent Work: 18monthshttp://www.fema.gov/rrr/pa/Region IV, FederalEmergency ManagementAgency, 3003 Chamblee-Tucker Rd.Atlanta, Georgia 30341(770) 220-5200 Repair of facilities, cleaning up ofdebris, etc. is mitigation and improvingthe facilities to a standard that makesthem even more secure and damageresistant is even better mitigation.Public Works & Infrastructure Development GrantsEDA United States Department of Commerce/Economic Development AdministrationTo support the construction or rehabilitationof essential public infrastructure anddevelopment facilities necessary to generateprivate sector jobs and investment, includinginvestments that support technology-leddevelopment, redevelopment of brownfieldsites, and eco-industrial development. Universities, state and localgovernments, Indian Tribes andnon-profit organizations incooperation with governmentalorganization.Project proposals must be locatedwithin an economically distressedEDA designated area and be inconformance with an OverallEconomic Development Program(OEDP) for the eligible area. Projectsmust also contribute to long-termeconomic development of the area bycreating or retaining permanent jobsand raising income levels. Examplesof projects include 1) Infrastructurefor industrial park development; 2)port development and expansion; 3)infrastructure necessary for economicdevelopment (e.g. water/sewerfacilities);4) renovation and recyclingof old industrial buildings; 5)construction of vocational-technicalfacilities and skill centers; and 6)construction of incubator facilities. Grants $ 204,000,000.00 Average of over $1.24million in FY 02 50% Nonehttp://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/14mar20010800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2003/03-8612.htmMargo Leydic-Boyd, 14th &Constitution Avenue, NW,Washington, DC 20230,(202) 482-4085, mleydic-boyd@eda.doc.govCommunities that have experiencedeconomic distress, either as a result of a disaster, or as a result of localdemographics and unrelatedconditions, may find these funds usefulto help establish facilities that are up tocurrent codes and/or that are strongerin the face of natural or manmadedisasters; may also be used toredevelop contaminated brownfieldsites; economic distress may resultfrom natural or other major disasters10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsRecreational Trails ProgramRTP United States Department of Transportation/Federal Highway Administration and Florida Department of Environmental Protection/Office of Greenways & TrailsFederally funded competitive grant programthat provides financial assistance to agenciesof city, county, state or federal governments,and organizations, approved by the State, orstate and federally recognized Indian tribalgovernments, for the development ofrecreational trails, trailheads and trailsidefacilities.Municipal or county governments,state or federal governmentalagencies, recognized state andfederal Indian tribal governments,and organizations approved by theState.Projects must be either a Greenway: A linear open space established alongeither a natural corridor, such as ariverfront, stream valley, or ridgeline,or over land along a railroad right-of-way converted to recreational use, acanal, a scenic road, or other route;any natural or landscaped course forpedestrian or bicyclepassage; an openspace connector linking parks, naturereserves, cultural features, or historicsites with each other and populatedareas; or a local strip or linear parkdesignated as a parkway or greenbelt.Or a Trail: Linear corridors and anyadjacent support parcels on land orwater providing public access forrecreation or authorized alternativemodes of transportation. Theevaluation criteria include ecological,recreational, and acquisitioncomponents.Grants Contact Agency Non-Motorized Projects =$100,000, Mixed-UseProjects = $100,000,Motorized Projects =$250,000 80:20, 60:40, 50:50, morepoints are awardeddepending on the matchprovidedJanuary in 2004,deadline varieshttp://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/grants/Alexandra Weiss, Office ofGreenways & Trails,Department ofEnvironmental Protection,3900 Commonwealth Blvd.,MS 795, Tallahassee,Florida 32399-3000,alexandra.weiss@dep.state.fl.us, (850) 245-2052Because of its emphasis onpreservation, conservation andenvironmental protection, this programis often overlooked as a potentialfunding source for disaster mitigation.Also, these funds are not directlyavailable to local governments, unless,of course, the local agency is the land.However, in Florida, lands which areenvironmentally endangered, such aswetlands, coastal areas and riverineareas, are often also lands subject toflooding, tidal surge, frequent fires andother natural hazards. Removal ofthese properties from the threat ofdevelopment is thus a form of disastermitigation.Residential Construction Mitigation ProgramRCMP Florida Department of Community AffairsFunds are used for programs to improvewind resistance of residences and mobilehomes, including loans, subsidies, grantsdemonstration projects, and directassistance; cooperative programs with localgovernments and the Federal Government;and other efforts to prevent or reduce lossesor reduce the cost of rebuilding after adisaster.Typically, grants have beenprovided to local governments ona noncompetitive basis for windresistive house retrofit projects,while grantees/ contractors aresought for other desired projectsthrough Notice of FundingAvailability (NOFA) and Requestfor Proposals (RFP) processes.$2.8 million is designated for theMobile Home Tie-Down Program.$700,000 is designated for HurricaneResearch to be conducted by FloridaInternational University. Researchtracks include: (a) eliminate state andlocal barriers to upgrading existingmobile homes and communities; (b)research and develop a recyclingprogram of older mobile homes; and(c) support programs of research anddevelopment relating to hurricane lossreduction devices and techniques forsite-built residences. $3.5 million is tobe used to improve the windresistance of residences throughloans, subsidies, grants,demonstration projects, directassistance, and cooperative programswith local and federal governments.Contact Agency $7 million An annual budget isdetermined by theSecretary of theDepartment ofCommunity Affairs, inconsultation with theRCMP Advisory Council Contact Agency NOFAs areadvertised in theFlorida Administrative Weekly and all RFPsare issued via thewww.myflorida.com web portal. NOFAsand RFPs can beissued at any timeduring the fiscal year. http://www.floridadisaster.org/brm/rcmp/index.htmTed Court, FinancialSpecialist, FloridaDepartment of Community,Affairs/Residential Construction MitigationProgram , 2555 ShumardOak Blvd., Tallahassee, FL32399-2100, Phone: (850)410-1563, ted.court@dca.state.fl.us Provides funding for hurricaneretrofitting. A certified inspector usingDCA's Wind Resistance Checklist mayperform a structural inspection of thehome. Information is assessed and amitigation report is prepared thatoutlines the hurricane hazard risk,identifies retrofit options and packages,assesses costs and benefits, andprovides retrofitting recommendationsand estimated costs. If homeownersare recommended for the program,they are eligiblefor a forgivable loan tocomplete the retrofitting. 10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsRevolving Fund Loan Program for Waste Water TreatmentWater Pollution Control SRF programFlorida Department of Environmental ProtectionProvides funding to assist in the financing of publicly owned waster water and stormwater treatment collection, transmission, disposal,and reclamation, re-use facilities as well asinfiltration/inflow correction. Project loansfor up to 20 years at interest rates that areover 60% below market rate.Local governments (municipalities,counties, authorities, specialdistricts, and agencies thereof) areeligible for loans to controlwastewater and stormwaterpollution. Non-governmentalparties (basically any entity thatcan repay a loan) are eligible forloans to control stormwaterpollution related to agriculturaloperations.The Clean Water Act State RevolvingFund (SRF) Program provides lowinterest loans for water pollutioncontrol activities and facilities. Waterpollution control can be divided intopoint source (a permit for dischargein an urban area is generallyinvolved) and non-point source(stormwater runoff from agriculturaloperations is generally involved). The Clean Water SRF Program isdistinct from the Safe Drinking WaterAct SRF that provides funding fordrinking water activities andfacilities. The Clean Water SRFProgram began in 1989 and over abillion dollars in loans have beenmade by the Florida Department ofEnvironmental Protection. TheProgram was recently expanded tomake stormwater management,agricultural runoff, estuary protection,and nearly any type of water pollutioncontrol activity eligible for funding. The Program revolves in perpetuityusing state and federal appropriations,loan repayments, investment earnings,and bond proceeds.Low interest loans;loans are to be repaidover the useful life ofthe project (amaximum of 20years). Preconstruction loansand loans for thecosts associated withpollution controlassociated withagricultural runoffhave shorter loanrepayment periods(generally 10 years).The interest rate isbelow market. Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.dep.state.fl.us/water/wff/cwsrf/index.htmSubmit a request forinclusion (RFI) on apriority list form. The RFIform provides basic projectinformation such as projectsponsor, description,priority, and cost. Thisform may be downloadedfrom the WastewaterManual or obtained bycontacting (850) 2458358.Projects eligible for SRF loans includewastewater management facilities,reclaimed wastewater reuse facilities,stormwater management facilities,widely accepted pollution controlpractices (sometimes called "bestmanagement practices") associated withagricultural stormwater runoffpollution control activities, and estuaryprotection activities and facilities.Rural Business Enterprise Grant ProgramRBEG United States Department of AgricultureTo facilitate the development of small andemerging private business, industry, andrelated employment opportunities in order toimprove the economy in rural areas. Thereare two different grant programs.State, county, city, township andmunicipal governments,government agencies, specialdistricts, and tribal agencies whichserve rural areas. The rural area inquestion cannot be within amunicipal boundary of anincorporated local governmenthaving a population of 50,000 ormore. Priority for the grants isgiven to areas with populations of25,000 or less. The grantee canpass the money to a designatedbeneficiary business which willemploy 50 or less new employees,has less than $1,000,000.00 inprojected gross revenue, and isutilizing, or proposing to utilizetechnological innovation and/ornew product commercializationwithin the target rural area. RBEG funds are utilized to establishrevolving funds, provide operatingcapital, finance industrial siteacquisition/construction/start-up, modernize buildings and equipment,construct access roads, constructparking areas, provide transportationto project sites, extend utilityinfrastructure, provide pollutioncontrol cost funding, providetechnical assistance, pay permittingfees, and for refinancing. TDG fundscan be used to establish televisionprograms targeting agricultural andrural interests.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.usda.govRural Business-CooperativeService, U.S. Department ofAgriculture, SouthAgriculture Building, Room6321, Washington, DC20250-0700, (202) 690-4100Utilized by local governments to assistin the rebuilding of businesses whichhad been previously damaged in adisaster, or which were particularlyvulnerable to certain types of disasters.Rural Economic Development Loans and GrantsNone United States Department of AgricultureTo promote rural economic developmentand job creation projects, including fundingfor project feasibility studies, start-up costs,incubator projects, and other reasonableexpenses for the purpose of fostering ruraldevelopment.Electric and telephone utilities thathave current Rural ElectricAdministration or Rural TelephoneBank loans, or outstandingguarantees, and which are notdelinquent on any Federal debt orwhich are not currently inbankruptcy proceedings.Projects must promote rural economicdevelopment and job creation. Themaximum loan or grant available is$100,000.00, with a ten-year term at0% interest rate.Grants or Loans Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.usda.govRural Business-CooperativeService, U.S. Department ofAgriculture, SouthAgriculture Building, Room6321, Washington, DC20250-0700, (202) 690-4100It appears that the funding applicantwould have to be a designated RuralElectric Cooperative or a RuralTelephone Bank. This would be apotential source of funds for a ruralutility that had received extensivedamage from a large-scale disaster andneeded money for repairs.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsRural Housing Site Loans and Self-Help Housing Land DevelopmentSection 523 and Section 524 Site LoansUnited States Department of AgricultureTo assist public or private non-profitorganizations, who are interested inproviding sites for housing, in acquiring anddeveloping rural land areas, and subdividingland into appropriate building sites. Theland so acquired is to be sold, on a “cost ofdevelopment” basis, to families eligible forlow income and very low income loans,housing cooperatives, and broadly basednon-profit rural rental housing applicants.Applicants must be private orpublic non-profit entities whichprovide developed sites toqualified borrowers, on a “cost ofdevelopment” basis. The sites areto be located in open countryand/or incorporated municipalitieswith 10,000 or less population, orrecognized places with up to25,000 in population, under certainconditions. Potential applicantslocated within areas of populationbetween 10,000 and 25,000 shouldcheck with their local RuralDevelopment program beforemaking application. Sitesdeveloped with Section 524 loansmust be utilized for low, or verylow, income housing, and may besold as such to families, non-profitorganizations, public agencies, andeligible cooperatives. Section 523sites must be for housing to bebuilt by the “self-help” method.Loans may be utilized for thepurchase and development ofadequate sites, including theplacement of any necessaryinfrastructure, such as sewer/waterfacilities; payment of fees forengineering, legal services, andclosing costs; landscaping; or,construction of sidewalks, parkingareas and driveways. Loans above$200,000.00 must receive nationaloffice approval. Loan funds may notbe used for the purpose of debtrefinancing, payment ofbroker/negotiator/referral fees,meeting administrative expenses(except in limited circumstances).Loans are expected to be repaid intwo years.Loans Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.usda.govRural Housing Service,Single Family HousingDivision, U.S. Departmentof Agriculture, Washington,DC 20250, (202) 720-1474A local agency with housingconstruction authority, or a local non-profit agency specializing in housingprovision, could utilize these funds tobuild up site elevations above projectedflood levels, install sewer and watermains for future low income housingdevelopment, or, possibly, to elevateexisting low income areas beingreconstructed after a flood disaster.Rural Self-Help Housing Technical AssistanceSection 523 Technical AssistanceUnited States Department of AgricultureThis program is based upon requirements ofthe Federal Housing Act of 1949, asamended. The purpose of the program is toprovide financial support for programs oftechnical and supervisory assistance that willaid very low and low-income individualsand their families in carrying out mutual self-help housing efforts in rural areas.Applicants must be a State orpolitical subdivision of a State, apublic nonprofit corporation or aprivate nonprofit corporation. Thetargeted beneficiaries are very lowand low-income rural families,usually in groups of 6 to 10families.Not-for-profit organizations may usetechnical assistance funds to hire thepersonnel to carry out a program oftechnical assistance for self-helphousing in rural areas; to paynecessary and reasonable office andadministrative expenses; to purchaseor rent equipment such as power tools for use by families participating inself-help housing construction; and topay fees for training self-help groupmembers in construction techniquesor for other professional servicesneeded. Funds will not be used to hire personnel to perform anyconstruction work, to buy real estateor building materials, or pay anydebts, expenses or costs other thanpreviously outlined for participatingfamilies in self-help projects.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.rurdev.usda.gov/agency/rhs/rhs.htmlSingle Family HousingPrograms, Rural HousingService, U.S. Department ofAgriculture, AgBox 0761,1400 IndependenceAvenue, SW, Washington,DC 20250, (202) 720-1474This program is a good long-termfunding source for a local low-incomehousing construction program. Theprogram could be operated solely bythe local government, or in partnershipwith another public (or private) entity.Getting low-income individuals intosafer and stronger housing is importantto mitigation against natural hazards.Rural Utilities Service Water and Waste Disposal ProgramRUS United States Department of AgricultureProvides grants and loans to ruralcommunities with fewer than 10,000 peoplefor wastewater, drinking water, solid waste,and storm drainage projects. Recipients must be public entities.These can include municipalities,counties, special purpose districts,Indian tribes, and corporations notoperated for profit, includingcooperatives. A new entity may beformed to provide the neededservice if an appropriate one doesnot already exist.Construct, repair, modify, expand, orotherwise improve water supply anddistribution systems and wastecollection and treatment systems,including storm drainage and solidwaste disposal facilities. Certain othercosts related to development of thefacility may also be covered. (2)Acquire needed land, water sources,and water rights. (3) Pay costs such aslegal and engineering fees whennecessary to develop the facilities.Grants and Loans FY 2003: DirectLoans $797,567,000,Guaranteed Loans $75,000,000, Grants$425,000,000 Contact Agency Grants may be providedwhen necessary to reduceuser costs to a reasonablelevel. They may cover amaximum of 75 percent ofeligible facilitydevelopment costs. Loanguarantees may beavailable for up to 90percent of any eligible lossincurred by the lender.Lenders pay a 1 percentguarantee fee, which maybe passed on to the loanrecipient.File requests any timeof year at any ruraldevelopment office inthe county, district orstate.http://www.usda.gov/rus/water/Assistant Administrator,Water and EnvironmentalPrograms, USDA – RUS,Washington, D.C. 20250,Telephone: (202) 720-9583Construction of new or improvedfacilities that are up to currentstandards, wind strengths, etc. ismitigation.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsSection 108 Loan Guarantee ProgramSection 108 LoansUnited States Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentHUD offers CDBG recipients guaranteedloan funds to acquire real property, relocatehomeowners and businesses, rehabilitatepublicly owned real property (includinginfrastructure), housing rehabilitation, andeconomic development.Metropolitan cities and urbancounties (i.e. CDBG entitlementrecipientsSection 108 provides communitieswith a source of financing foreconomic development, housingrehabilitation, public facilities, andlarge-scale physical developmentprojects.Loans Varies Entitlement publicentities. An entitlementpublic entity may applyfor up to five times thepublic entity's latestapproved CDBGentitlement amount, minusany outstanding Section108 commitments and/orprincipal balances ofSection 108 loans. Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/communitydevelopment/programs/108/index.cfmU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,451 7th Street S.W.,Washington, DC 20410,Telephone: (202) 708-1112Any of the following could be used formitigation purposes: acquisition of realproperty, rehabilitation of publiclyowned real property, housingrehabilitation eligible under CDBG,construction, reconstruction, orinstallation of public facilities(including street, sidewalk, and othersite improvements), related relocation,clearance, and site improvementsSmall Business Development CenterSBDC Small Business AdministrationTo provide management counseling,training, and technical assistance to the smallbusiness community through Small BusinessDevelopment Centers (SBDCs).The Small Business Administration(SBA) is authorized to make grants(including contracts andcooperative agreements) to anypublic or private institution ofhigher education, including but notlimited to any land-grant collegeoruniversity, any collegeor school ofbusiness, engineering, commerce,or agriculture, community collegeor junior college. SBA is alsoauthorized to renew the funding ofother entities currently funded asSBDCs providing SBAaffirmatively determines that suchapplicants have their own budgetand will primarily utilizeinstitutions of higher education toprovide the services to the smallbusiness community. Beneficiariesof these programs are current andpotential small business persons.Funds are restricted to the purpose ofassisting small businesses.Project Grants andCooperative Agreements Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.sba.gov/SBDC/Office of Small BusinessDevelopment Centers,Small BusinessAdministration, 409 3rd Street, SW, 4thFloor,Washington, DC 20416,(202) 205-6766A small business which had beendamaged by a disaster would beeligible for participation in thisprogram. In fact, it is part of thedisaster aid package typicallyoffered tocommunities by the federalgovernment.Small Watershed Program (PL-566 Operations Phase)None United States Department of AgricultureThe objective of this program is to providetechnical and financial assistance in carryingout works of improvement to protect,develop, and utilize the land and waterresources in small watersheds. Funding is available to any Stateagency, county or groups ofcounties, municipality, town ortownship, soil and waterconservation district, floodprevention or flood controldistrict, Indian tribe or tribalorganization, or any othernonprofit agency with authorityunder State law to carry out,maintain, and operate watershedworks of improvement may applyfor assistance. Resource Conservation andDevelopment (RCD) loans formeasures or projects needed toimplement the RCD area plan toachieve objectives in an RCD area.Loans and Advances Contact Agency Contact Agency Program funds may pay forup to 100% of floodprevention costs andrequires preparation of anapproved watershed plan.Contact Agency for details.Contact Agencyhttp://www.usda.gov/rus/water/regs/1781.docNRCS Naples ServiceCenter, 14700 ImmokaleeRoad, Naples, Florida34120-1468, (239) 455-4100, (239) 455-2693 fax Protection of the watershed is a formof mitigation. 10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation Projects Snagging and Clearing for Flood Control None United States Department of Defense/United States Army/United States Army Corps of Engineers To reduce the potential for flood damagethrough the removal of debris andvegetation from watercourses. States, political subdivisions ofStates or other responsible localagencies which have beenestablished under State law withfull authority and ability toundertake necessary legal andfinancial responsibilities. ACOE designs and performs theproject. Each project selected must befeasible from an engineeringstandpoint, complete within itself, andeconomically justifiable. The non-federal sponsor must provide alllands, easements and rights-of-way;must provide all project costs inexcess of the Federal limit of$500,000; agree to maintain theproject after completion; hold andsave the United States free fromdamages; provide a contributiontoward the costs of land enhancementor special benefits; and, agree toprevent future encroachment ofvegetation or structures upon thestream bed or floodway. Local costparticipation requirements andprocedures for feasibility studies, cost-sharing and determining the localshare of project cost are similar tothose for flood control projectsspecifically authorized by Congressunder regular authorizationprocedures.Provision ofSpecialized Services Contact Agency Contact Agency Technically, no match isrequired. However, thelocal sponsor generallyshares the cost of theproject and, in some cases,performs all or part of theactual work. Contact Agency http://www.usace.army.mil/U.S. Army Corps ofEngineers, United StatesArmy, United StatesDepartment of Defense,USACE, Attention: CECW-PM DoD, Washington, DC20314-1000, (202) 272-0169 Any local government or public agencycan serve as the local sponsor for thistype of project. However, thefeasibility study phase for theseprojects is often long and involved;including environmental impactstudies, permitting and publiccomment. Also, the project is likely toinvolve a fair amount of localexpenditure, in terms of time, expertise,equipment and personnel.Solid Waste Management GrantsNone United States Department of AgricultureObjectives are 1) Reduce or eliminatepollution of water resources in rural areas,2) Improve planning and management ofsolid waste sites in rural areas. Solid WasteManagementGrants are made available froman amount which is usually stipulated byCongress when it appropriates funds forWater Programs Grants. Private nonprofit organizations that have been granted tax exemptstatus by the IRS and publicbodies, including local government-based multi-jurisdictionalorganizations, may be eligible forassistance. Applicants must haveproven ability, background,experience, legal authority, andactual capacity to provide theproposed services.Funds may be used to: (1) Evaluatelandfill conditions to determinethreats to water resources. (2) Providetechnical assistance and/or training tohelp communities reduce the solidwaste stream; enhance operator skillsin operation and maintenance ofactive landfills, or assist operators oflandfills which are closed, or will beclosed soon, with the developmentand implementation of the plans forclosing and future land use.Grants FY 2003 - $3,500,000 Contact Agency None Preapplications mustbe filed betweenOctober 1 andDecember 31 of eachfiscal year.http://www.usda.gov/rus/water/docs/wwfact.pdfAssistant Administrator,Water and EnvironmentalPrograms, USDA – RUS,Washington, D.C. 20250,Telephone: (202) 720-9583Reducing the potential for pollution is a form of mitigation.Special Agricultural Research GrantsNone Sustainable Agriculture Network/National Agricultural LibraryTo carry out research in order to facilitateorexpand promising breakthroughs in theareas of food and agricultural sciences,which are of importance to the nation, andto facilitate or expand on-going State-Federal food and agricultural researchprograms. The program includes two typesof Grants: Special Research Grants; and,Rangeland Research Grants.Entities eligible to apply forSpecial Research Grants include:State agricultural experimentstations, all colleges anduniversities, other researchinstitutions and organizations,Federal agencies, privateorganizations or corporations andindividuals having a demonstrablecapacity to conduct research tofacilitate or expand promisingbreakthroughs in areas of the foodand agricultural sciences which areof importance to the United States.Entities eligible to apply forRangeland Research Grantsinclude: Land-grant colleges,universities, State agriculturalexperiment stations, colleges,universities and Federallaboratories having a demonstrablecapacity in rangeland research.Areas of basic and applied researchare generally limited to high priorityproblems of a regional or nationalscope. Areas recently awarded, on acompetitive basis, are SpecialResearch Grants for Water Quality,Integrated Pest Management andGeneral Rangeland Research Grants.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencysan@nal.usda.govSustainable AgricultureNetwork, NationalAgricultural Library, Room304, 10301 Baltimore Ave.,Beltsville, MD 20705-2351,(301) 504-6425This could be a good mitigationfunding source for an agriculturalbusiness, State agricultural extensionservice, university or localenvironmental agency which is seekingto either conduct new agriculturalresearch or to disseminate little-knownknowledge which might be valuable toagricultural interests. Such informationcould be considered as mitigation foragricultural and/or economic disasters.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsSpecial Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Services for the AgingTitle III, Part F GrantsUnited States Department of Health and Human ServicesTo assist State Agencies on Aging and AreaAgencies on Aging to carry out programswith respect to disease prevention and healthpromotion for older individuals.All States and U.S. Territorieswhich have State agencies on aging designated by the State Governorare eligible to receive grants.Eligible program beneficiaries areindividuals age 60 and older,especially older individuals withthe greatest social needs and thosewith the greatest economic needs.Funds are awarded to States todevelop or strengthen preventivehealth service and health promotionsystems through designated StateAgencies on Aging and Area Agencies on Aging. A State plan covering 2, 3,or 4 years, with annual revisions asnecessary, must be submitted toappropriate State agencies forapproval. Funds are used to designand implement programs for periodicpreventive health services to beprovided at senior centers oralternative sites as appropriate. Thepreventive health services under thisProgram may not include serviceseligible for reimbursement underMedicare.Formula Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/Administration on Aging,U.S. Department of Healthand Human Services, 330Independence Avenue, SW,Washington, DC 20201,(202) 619-2618 or AtlantaFederal Center61 Forsyth Street, SW -Suite 5M69Atlanta, GA 30303-8909Phone: 404-562-7600Fax: 404-562-7598This program is administered throughthe State’s various Area Agencies onAging, along with other programs forthe aging. As such it is not truly amitigation program. However, localgovernments should coordinate withArea Agencies on Aging in order todetermine what services could beprovided within an emergency setting.Special Economic Development and Adjustment Assistance ProgramSudden and Severe Economic Dislocation (SSED) and Long-Term Economic Deterioration (LTED)United States Department of CommerceTo assist States and local areas in developing and/or implementing strategies designed toaddress structural economic adjustmentproblems resulting from sudden and severeeconomic dislocation such as plant closings,military base closures and defense contractcutbacks, as well as natural disasters(SSED), or from long-term economicdeterioration in an area’s economy (LTED).States, cities, counties, otherpolitical subdivisions of a state,consortia of such entities;public/private non-profitorganizations representingredevelopment areas designatedunder the Public Works andEconomic Development Act of1965; Economic DevelopmentDistricts as established under TitleIV of the Act; and Indian tribesLTED eligibility factors are: (1) veryhigh unemployment; (2) low percapita income; and, (3) chronicdistress. The SSED eligibility factoris that economic dislocation mustexceed certain standard job lossthresholds for the target area. Grantsmay be for the purpose of developingan economic adjustment strategy(Adjustment Strategy Grant), or toimplement a previously developedstrategy (Adjustment ImplementationGrant). Implementation grants mayalso be made to fund construction ofpublic facilities, new businessdevelopment and financing (includingrevolving loan programs), technicalassistance, job training, or any otheractivities aimed at addressingeconomic adjustment problems.Project Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.doc.gov/eda/Economic AdjustmentDivision, EconomicDevelopment Administration, U.S.Department of Commerce,Room H7327, Herbert C.Hoover Building,Washington, DC 20230,(202) 482-2659This is an excellentprogram, which hasawarded a large number of post-disaster redevelopment grants, covering a wide range of projects.Special Nutrition Programs for the AgingTitle III, Part C GrantsUnited States Department of Health and Human ServicesTo provide grants to States to supportnutrition services including nutritious meals,nutrition education and other appropriatenutrition services for older Americans inorder to maintain health, independence andquality of life. Meals may be served in acongregate setting or delivered to the home.All States and Territories mayapply. Beneficiaries for thisprogram are older individuals aged60 and over and their spouses,especially those older individualswith the greatest social need orthose with the greatest economicneed, and in certain cases, underage 60, if the individual ishandicapped or disabled andresides with and accompanies anolder individual.Local projects must provide a hot orother appropriate meal whichprovides one-third of the"recommended dietary allowance"(RDA), at least once per day, five ormore days per week, except in ruralareas where a lesser frequency may be determined feasible, to eligible peopleaged 60 and over and their spouses.Formula grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/Administration on Aging,U.S. Department of Healthand Human Services, 330Independence Avenue, SW,Washington, DC 20201,(202) 619-2618It is possible that a local agency, inpartnership with the appropriate Stateagency, could use these funds todevelop a mass feeding program forolder residents in the event of a large-scale emergency. To be most effective,the funds would need to be applied forand received prior to the actualemergency event. Otherwise, and alsothrough a State partnership, a localgovernment could use the funds toestablish an elderly nutrition program.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsState Disaster Preparedness GrantsNone United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo assist States in developing and improving State and local plans, programs, andcapabilities for disaster preparedness andprevention.All States are eligible (includingthe District of Columbia, PuertoRico, the Virgin Islands, Guam,American Samoa, the Republic ofthe Marshall Islands, theCommonwealth of the NorthernMariana Islands, and the FederatedStates of Micronesia. Requestsmust be in writing from theGovernor or his authorizedrepresentative. All of the above-referenced entities are alsobeneficiaries of the program.These "improvement grants" mayapply to such preparedness programsand capabilities as: (1) planning fordisaster response in general, forspecific natural disaster contingenciesin special locales, for local and areamutual emergency support underState sponsorship, for long-rangerecovery, and for disaster mitigationand hazard reduction; (2) revision, asnecessary, of State legislation,implementing orders, regulations, andother authorities and assignmentsrelevant to disaster preparedness andassistance; (3) disaster-related mutualaid compacts and agreements; (4) theconduct of vulnerability analyses nototherwise available but necessary forthe development of State and localdisaster preparedness plans andprograms; (5) the design of disaster-related emergency systems; (6)training and exercises; (7) programreviews and post-disaster critiques;and (8) public information andeducation programs. Grant funds maynot be used to procure or repairequipment, materials, or facilitiesexcept as required for grantadministration.Grants Contact Agency Contact Agency 50% Contact Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/pte/about.htmState and LocalPreparedness Division,Preparedness, Training andExercises Directorate,Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, 500“C” Street, SW,Washington, DC 20472,(202) 646-3492This program does not provide anyform of direct mitigation funding tolocal governments. However, itbenefits them indirectly, in that Statedisaster planning, training and advisoryprograms are funded, in part, from thisprogram.State Identification Systems Grant ProgramSIS United States Department of JusticeThis program provides Federal assistance toStates to establish, develop, update, orupgrade: 1) computerized identificationsystems that are compatible and integratedwith the database of the National CrimeInformation Center (NCIC) at the FBI; 2) thecapability to analyze deoxyribonucleic acid(DNA) in a forensic laboratory in ways thatare compatible with the Combined DNAIdentification Systems (CODIS) of the FBI;and 3) automated fingerprint identificationsystems that are compatible and integratedwith the Integrated Automation FingerprintIdentification System (IAFIS) of the FBI.States, which can then identifysubrecipients. State shall requirethat each person convicted of asexual felony must provide, toappropriate State law enforcementofficials, a sample of blood, saliva,or other specimen necessary toconduct a DNA analysis consistentwith the standards established forDNA testing by the FBI Director. In general, expenditures for this grantprogram may include equipment,supplies, training, contractor-provided services to address backlogor program implementation issues,State and local personnel expenses,and other expenses deemedreasonable and necessary for aqualifying project. The Federal shareof funds may cover 100% of the totalcost of the project described in theapplication. States may use grantfunds in conjunction with localgovernment agencies or other Statesin any combination. States receivingfunding under the SIS grant programhowever, are not required to passthrough funding to local agencies.Additionally, a State may enter intocompacts with other States toimplement the grant programs.Formula grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/Office of Justice Programs,U.S. Department of Justice,810 7thStreet, NW, 6th Floor, Washington, DC20531, (202) 616-3214Local law enforcement agencies shouldcontact the Office of Justice Programs,or the Florida Department of LawEnforcement for information regardingthis program. An improvedidentification system would serve as amitigation tool for civil disturbances,crime and/or terrorism.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsState Park Additions None Florida Department of Environmental ProtectionTo acquire endangered environmental,historical and/or archaeological lands forState Parks.The Division of Recreation andParks, Florida Department ofEnvironmental Protection (FDEP),annually reserves funds for thepurchase of lands to be added toexisting State Parks and StateRecreation Facilities. The ultimatesources for these funds include theState’s Conservation andRecreation Lands Program,Preservation 2000, and othersources. The Division hasauthority to negotiate landpurchase agreements with single ormultiple parties.The program operates primarilythrough the purchase of land from“willing sellers”. However, landacquired through other landacquisition programs may be added tothe State Park System.Purchases, purchaseagreements, donations, condemnation, purchase ofdevelopment rights,conservation easements, etc. Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://www.state.fl.us/parks/Division of Recreation andParks, Florida Departmentof EnvironmentalProtection, MarjoryStoneman DouglasBuilding, Room 1009A,3900 CommonwealthBoulevard, Tallahassee, FL32399, (850) 488-6131Because of its emphasis onpreservation, conservation andenvironmental protection, this programis often overlooked as a potentialfunding source for disaster mitigation.Also, these funds are not directlyavailable to local governments, unless,of course, the local agency is the land.However, in Florida, lands which areenvironmentally endangered, such aswetlands, coastal areas and riverineareas, are often also lands subject toflooding, tidal surge, frequent fires andother natural hazards. Removal ofthese properties from the threat ofdevelopment is thus a form of disastermitigation.Superfund Technical Assistance Grants for Citizen Groups at Priority SitesTAG United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo provide resources under theComprehensive Environmental Response,Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)of 1980, Section 117(e) to enable community groups to hire technical advisors to assistthem in interpreting technical informationconcerning the assessment of potentialhazards and the selection and design ofappropriate remedies at sites eligible forcleanup under the Superfund program.Any qualified group of individualswhich may be affected by a releaseor threatened release at anySuperfund facility. "Affected"individuals are those who candemonstrate direct effects from thesite, such as actual or potentialhealth effects or economic injury.The recipient group mustincorporate to receive funds.There are specific criteria regardingthe activities for which these Federalfunds may be used: (a) Federal fundsmay be used at sites listed orproposed for listing on the NationalPriorities List (NPL) where cleanup isunderway for the purpose ofobtaining technical assistance ininterpreting information with regardto the nature of the hazard,performing the remedial investigationand feasibility study, record ofdecision, selection and constructionof remedial action, operation andmaintenance, or removal action. Technical assistanceand grants Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agency Contact Agencyhttp://es.epa.gov/oeca/osre/Office of Site RemediationEnforcement, Office ofEnforcement andCompliance Assurance,United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgency, 401 “M” Street,SW, Suite 5204G,Washington, DC 20460,(202) 564-5110A local government environmentalagency could conceivably serve as the“consulting firm” for helping acommunity group perform the requiredsite assessment. If the “consulting”position was one with which the localagency was not comfortable, the localagency could make interested citizensaware of this program and guide themthrough the application process; leaving the citizen group to hire its ownconsultant. In either case, this is agood mitigation funding source forcontaminated site cleanup.Thisprogram will benefit groups ofindividuals affected by Superfundhazardous waste sites. This mayinclude homeowners, land/propertyowners, as well as any otherindividuals in the general public wholive near a site or are otherwise affected by it.Surplus Property UtilizationFederal Property Assistance ProgramUnited States Department of Health and Human ServicesTo convey or lease all surplus Federal realproperties which are needed and usable byeligible healthcare organizations andinstitutions.States governments, their politicalsubdivisions and instrumentalities;tax-supported public healthinstitutions, and nonprofitinstitutions which (except forinstitutions which lease property toassist the homeless under Title Vof Public Law 100-77) have beenheld exempt from taxation underSection 501 (c) (3) of the 1986Internal Revenue Code.Beneficiaries can include anyoneattending, working with or for, orserved by the eligible applicants.Examples of potentially eligibleprograms are hospitals, publichealth clinics, water and sewersystems, institutions for therehabilitation of the mentally orphysically handicapped, healthresearch institutions, homelessassistance facilities, and otherinstitutions which operate basichealth programs.Real property must be used foreligible health purposes includingresearch. It may consist of land, withor without buildings and otherimprovements, or buildings only. Adiscount of up to 100 percent, basedon the proposed-use, is granted. Thisdiscount, applied against the fairvalue of the property, is earned by theapproved use over a prescribedperiod of 30 years for land, with orwithout improvements, and a lessertime for leased facilities andimprovements which are sold withoutland. Discount of less than 100percent requires payment of thedifference in cash at the time ofconveyance. Property must be usedfor the purpose for which conveyed,and may not be sold, leased,mortgaged, or encumbered withoutconsent of the Department.Sale, Exchange, orDonation of Propertyand Goods. Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.psc.gov/Program Support Center,Division of PropertyManagement, U.S.Department of Health andHuman Services, ParklawnBuilding, Room 5B-41,5600 Fishers Lane,Rockville, MD 20857, (301)443-2265The main limitation of this program forlocal governments is that HHSpropertymust be located within or reasonablyclose to the local jurisdiction in orderfor the program to be useful.Otherwise, this program represents anexcellent way for local agencies toacquire (at little or no out-of-pocketexpense) public facilities sites.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsTechnical Assistance and Training GrantsNone United States Department of AgricultureIdentify and evaluate solutions to waterand/or waste related problems ofassociations in rural areas. (2) Assist entitieswith preparation of applications for Waterand Waste Disposal loans and grants. (3)Provide training to association personnel inorder to improve the management, operationand maintenance of water and/or wastedisposal facilities. (4) Pay expenses relatedto providing the technical assistance and/ortraining.Private nonprofit organizationsmay receive grants. They musthave tax exempt status granted bythe Internal Revenue Service(IRS). Applicants must have theproven ability, background,experience, legal authority, andactual capacity to provide technicalassistance and/or training toassociations.Technical Assistance and TrainingGrants are made available from atleast one percent and not more thanthree percent of the fundsappropriated for Water and WasteDisposal Grants.Assistance and Grants FY 2003 -$18,213,835 Contact Agency None Preapplications mustbe filed betweenOctober 1 andDecember 31 of eachfiscal year.http://www.usda.gov/rus/water/docs/wwfact.pdfAssistant Administrator,Water and EnvironmentalPrograms, USDA – RUS,Washington, D.C. 20250,Telephone: (202) 720-9583Construction of new or improvedfacilities that are up to currentstandards, wind strengths, etc. ismitigation.Technology Opportunities Program TOP United States Department of Commerce/National Telecommunications and Information AdministrationTo demonstrate how digital networkssupport lifelong learning for all Americans,help public safety officials protect thepublic, assist in the delivery of health careand public health services, and fostercommunication, resource-sharing, andeconomic development within rural andurban communities.State, local and tribal governments,health care providers, schools,libraries, police departments, andcommunity-based non-profitorganizations.TOP projects are demonstrations ofhow digital network technologies canbe used to extend and improve thedelivery of valuable services andopportunities to all Americans. Byserving as models that can bereplicated in similar communitiesacross the country, TOP projectsextend their benefits far beyond thecommunities in which they take place,and provide economic and socialbenefits to the nation as a whole.Grants $12.9 million $ 700,000.00 1:1 April each yearhttp://www.ntia.doc.gov/top/grants/grants.htmTechnology OpportunitiesProgram, Office ofTelecommunications andInformation Applications,National Telecommunications andInformation Administration, U.S. Department ofCommerce, 1401Constitution Avenue, NW,Room 4096, Washington,DC 20230, (202) 482-2048,top@ntia.doc.govA project help public safety officialsprotect the public could result inmitigation.Unemployment CompensationNone United States Department of LaborTo administer a program of unemploymentinsurance for eligible workers throughFederal and State cooperation; to administerpayment of trade adjustment assistance; toadminister disaster unemploymentassistance; to provide unemploymentcompensation for Federal employees andmilitary veterans.Eligible agencies include all Stateunemployment insurance agencies,(including agencies in the Districtof Columbia, Puerto Rico and theVirgin Islands). Eligiblebeneficiaries are all workers whosewages are subject to Stateunemployment insurance laws,Federal civilian employees, and ex-employees of the military services.The program also provides tradereadjustment allowances forworkers who become unemployedas a result of product imports, andassistance to workers whoseunemployment is caused by aPresidentially declared disaster(under the Robert T. StaffordDisaster Relief and EmergencyAssistance Act). Workers areeligible if they are involuntarilyunemployed, able to work,available for work, meet theeligibility and qualifyingrequirements of the State law, andare free from disqualifications.Individual State information andeligibility requirements areavailable from local employmentoffices.The States have direct responsibilityfor establishing and operating theirown unemployment insuranceprograms, while the FederalGovernment finances the cost ofadministration. Formula Grants;Direct Payments withUnrestricted Use Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.doleta.gov/Employment and TrainingAdministration, U.S.Department of Labor, 200Constitution Avenue, NW,Suite 4203, Washington, DC 20210 , (202) 219-5690Of importance for mitigation purposesis the Disaster UnemploymentAssistance Program, administered bythe Department of Labor from fundsallocated by FEMA. Unfortunately, thisfunding would only be available after adisaster, and could not be used by alocal government to build up theemployment base of a communitybefore a disaster struck. However, themonies would conceivably be availableafter an economic disaster; such as amassive crop failure or the closure of amajor employer.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsVolunteer Fire Assistance Grants VFAG Florida Division of Forestry/Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer ServicesTo provide federal financial, technical, andother assistance to State Foresters toorganize, train, and equip fire departments in rural areas and rural communities to preventand suppress fires.A single fire department serving arural area or a rural communitywith a population of 10,000 or less, area fire departments (fire districts,townships, etc.) may serve anaggregate population of greaterthan 10,000 as long as the servicearea of the fire departmentincludes a rural area or a ruralcommunity having a population of10,000 or less, a single county ortown with a population over10,000 which is served by two ormore fire districts operatingentirely within the bounds of thecounty or town, a singlecommunity with a populationgreater than 10,000 and having asingle fire department with one ormore fire stations may qualify, or asingle community fire departmentserving a population greater than10,000 and not providingprotection to a rural area or to arural community is not eligible forVFA financial assistance. A rural community is defined ashaving 10,000 or less population, oras defined below. This 10,000-population limit for participation inthe VFA Program facilitatesdistribution of available VFA funds tothe most needy fire departments.Preference will be given to VFAGrant applications for the purchase ofwildland personal protective gear,communications equipment, waterhandling equipment, and training. The purchase of vehicles and high valueequipment will not be funded due tothe limited amount of funds available.Purchases made before the date of theVFA application are not eligible forreimbursement. Proof of Purchaseforms and invoices must be datedafter the date of the VFA applicationGrants and technicalassistance Contact Agency Contact Agency 50% April each yearhttp://flame.fl-dof.com/resource/Forest Protection Bureau,Division of Forestry, 3125Conner Boulevard,Tallahassee, Fl 32399-1650,Telephone (850) 488-6111or Caloosahatchee DistrictOfficeFlorida Division of Forestry10941 Palm Beach Blvd.Ft. Myers, FL 33905Telephone: 239/690-3500Having properly trained and resourcedfirefighters is a form of mitigation. Volunteer Florida Disaster Mitigation ProjectsNone United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency and Florida Department of Community Affairs/Division of Emergency ManagementTo support community based projects toprevent a disaster or to minimize the impactof the disaster on people, property and theenvironmentLocal non-profit/501(c)3 None provided Grants $ 70,000.00 $ 5,000.00 None March www.volunteerflorida.orgAmy Bradbury,amy@volunteerflorida.orgInstallation of smoke alarms, safe roomdemo, clean storm drains, performstream restoration, conduct wildfirerisk assessment, install storm shutters,remove threatening trees, Water Pollution ControlNone United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo assist States (including territories, theDistrict of Columbia, and qualified Indiantribes, and interstate agencies in establishingand maintaining adequate measures forprevention and control of surface andground water pollution.Potential applicants include Stateand interstate water pollutioncontrol agencies, as defined in theFederal Water Pollution ControlAct, and Indian Tribes qualifiedunder Section 519(e) of the Act.Agencies making application forfunds must annually submit theirpollution-control program to theappropriate EPA RegionalAdministrator for approval.Requirements of the program arebased on Section 106 of the Act,and 40 CFR Parts 35 and 30.Eligible beneficiaries include Stateand interstate water pollutioncontrol agencies and Indian Tribesqualified under Section 518(e) ofthe Clean Water Act (CWA).The program is intended to providebroad support for the prevention andabatement of surface and groundwater pollution from point andnonpoint sources including waterquality planning, monitoring, settingof water quality standards,assessments, permitting, pollutioncontrol studies, planning, surveillanceand enforcement; advice andassistance to local agencies; training;and public information. Funds cannotbe used for construction, operation,or maintenance of waste treatmentplants, nor can they be used for costsfinanced by other Federal grants.Formula grants Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.epa.gov/United StatesEnvironmental ProtectionAgency, 401 “M” Street,SW, Washington, DC 204600003, (202) 260-2090This is a good grant program for use inmitigating existing or potential waterpollution control problems. However,the restriction against utilizing theprogram to correct problems regardingwater/wastewater treatment plants maylimit its usefulness to small localgovernments.Water Quality Cooperative AgreementsNone United States Environmental Protection AgencyTo support creation of new and uniqueapproaches to enhancing State capabilitiesinwater quality.State water pollution controlagencies, interstate water resourceagencies, local governments,Indian tribes, non-profitinstitutions, organizations andindividuals.Grants are for the purpose of aidingappropriate agencies in meeting waterquality goals for stormwatertreatment, combined sewer outflows,sludge disposal, and potable watertreatment, and for enhancing Statecapabilities in these areas.Loans Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.epa.gov/owm/Office of WastewaterManagement, Environmental ProtectionAgency, SRF Branch,Municipal Support Division(4204), 401 M Street, SW,Washington, DC 20460,(202) 260-2268Loan funds might be applicable for thepurpose of restoring, or evenupgrading, a treatment facilitydamagedby a natural disaster.10/23/2019
Collier County Local Mitigation StrategyFunding SourcesGrant Program Acronym/NicknameGrantor Name Purpose Eligibility Criteria/Use Funding Mechanism Overall Funding Available Funding Amount Match Requirements Deadline Website Contact Info Applicability to Mitigation Applicable Collier Mitigation ProjectsWatercourse Navigation MaintenanceEmergency Dredging Projects United States Department of Defense/United States Army/United States Army Corps of Engineers To restore channels for purposes ofnavigation and/or flood control.States, political subdivisions ofStates or other responsible localagencies which have beenestablished under State law withfull authority and ability toundertake necessary legal andfinancial responsibilities.Each project selected must be feasiblefrom an engineering standpoint,complete within itself, andeconomically justifiable. Workpursuant to this program isundertaken as an emergency measureto clear or remove obstructions tonavigation in navigable portions ofrivers, harbors, and other waterwaysof the United States, or tributariesthereof, in order to provide existingtraffic with immediate and significantbenefit. The non-federal interest (thelocal sponsor) involved must provideall lands, easements and rights-of-waynecessary for completion of theproject and must bear the costs ofnecessary annual maintenance untiland unless such time as the locationmay become a part of a specificallyauthorized annual or periodic project.Local cost participation requirementsand procedures for determining thelocal share of project costs are similarto those for navigation or floodcontrol projects specificallyauthorized by Congress under regularauthorization procedures. Annualexpenditures under this program arelimited to $1,000,000 per project.Provision ofSpecialized Services Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.usace.army.mil/U.S. Army Corps ofEngineers, United StatesArmy, United StatesDepartment of Defense,USACE, Attention: CECW-PM DoD, Washington, DC20314-1000, (202) 272-0169Any governmental entity withjurisdiction over a natural or artificialwaterway is eligible to serve as a localsponsor for Corps of Engineers’activities performed under thisprogram. Certain floodplainmanagement activities, such as removalof debris, dredging of shoals orsediment dams, and flowwaymaintenance are eligible activitiesunder this programWatershed Surveys and PlanningNone United States Department of Agriculture/Natural Resources Conservation ServiceTo provide planning assistance to Federal,State, and local agencies for thedevelopment of coordinated water resource(and related land resource) programs withinwatersheds or river basins. Funding priorityis given to proposed studies which: (1)Contribute to achieving the NationalConservation Program high priorityobjectives; (2) Have a high likelihood ofimplementation; (3) Can be implementedwith little or no direct federal assistance; (4)Have the assistance of other State and/orlocal agencies in the Study; (5) Are of 2 to 4years expected duration; and (6) Areconsidered low cost. Special priority isgiven to freshwater flooding problems,agricultural nonpoint source water qualityimprovements, wetland preservation, anddrought management in rural/agriculturalcommunities. Special emphasis has beengiven to communities desiring to developfloodplain regulations to meet requirementsof the National Flood Insurance Program(NFIP), and State agencies involved in thedevelopment of a strategic water resourceplan.Applicants can include any local orState water resource agency,federal land and water resourceagencies, counties, municipalities,towns, townships, soil and waterconservation districts, floodprevention/control districts, Indiantribes, tribal organizations, non-profit organizations. Federalparticipation is a cooperative effortwith the applicant. State and localagencies are expected to participatein the Studies and fund their ownactivities.Technical assistance is provided inplanning activities to help solve water, and related land, resource problems.Federal technical assistance caninclude, but is not limited to,engineering, economics, socialsciences, agronomy, rangemanagement, forestry, biology,hydrology, archaeology, landscapearchitecture, waste management, andrecreation.Provision ofSpecialized Services;Advisory Servicesand Counseling. Contact Agency Contact Agency None Contact Agencyhttp://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Natural ResourcesConservation Service, U.S.Department of Agriculture,Post Office Box 2890,Washington, DC 20013,(202) 720-4527This is an excellent technical assistanceprogram to aid local governments, andother governmental agencies in thedevelopment of floodplain regulations.Wind and Water Technical Assistance ProgramWAWTAP United States Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management AgencyTo provide technical support to state/localcommunities, FEMA Regional andHeadquarters Mitigation staff in support ofmitigation initiatives; technical supportnecessary to mitigateagainst potential loss oflives and minimize the amount of damage asa result of a natural disasterProvide assistance in support ofhurricane and flood programs;designed to enhance the state/localcommunities' ability to becomemore resistant to hazards related toflooding and hurricanesAll states and US territories thatparticipate in the Hurricane and/orFlood ProgramsTechnical assistance N/A N/A N/A N/A http://www.fema.gov/fima/Federal EmergencyManagement Agency, Suite900, 2323 Grand Blvd.,Kansas City, MO 64108,(816) 283-7061, or 3003Chamblee-Tucker Rd.Atlanta, Georgia 30341,(770) 220-5200 Provide assistance in support ofhurricane and flood programs;designed to enhance the state/localcommunities' ability to become moreresistant to hazards related to floodingand hurricanes10/23/2019
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Prioritized Listing of Mitigation Action Items
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Mitigation actions items, projects and/or initiatives of the LMS typically address existing
buildings, infrastructure and/or environment. However, new buildings and/or infrastructure
are addressed two ways: 1) the county has adopted and rigorously applies the Florida Building
Code (which is a code based on Hurricane Andrew experiences) for all new construction; and, 2)
the Emergency Management Department reviews all Developments of Regional Impact (DRI)
and Planned Unit Developments (PUD) for mitigation initiatives that may offset their impacts to
the community’s emergency preparedness.
The mitigation action items contained on this listing get there via the following process:
1. Either the Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group (LMSWG) member makes a pitch
to a “responsible agency” to apply for a grant to fund a mitigation initiative, or a
“responsible agency” submits a Mitigation Initiative Evaluation Score Sheet (Annex I) to
the LMSWG for consideration at a working group meeting. [NOTE: The Mitigation
Initiative Evaluation Score Sheet (Annex H) is a tool used by the LMSWG to analyze the
mitigation initiative. It forces the applicant to consider the project in light of the goals
and objectives contained within the Local Mitigation Strategy (Section 3), and it provides
an indication of the project’s impact and/or value to the community. It also provides a
very basic benefit-cost analysis (BCA) on the worksheet for the applicant to complete.]
2. The “responsible agency”, henceforth the applicant, will make a presentation about the
mitigation initiative to the LMSWG at either a regular or special meeting.
3. The LMSWG members have an opportunity to ask questions to the applicant regarding
the initiative as well as challenge scores and/or comments on the Mitigation Initiative
Evaluation Score Sheet (Annex H).
4. Once all issues are resolved and/or scores adjusted, the LMSWG members vote on the
initiative. If the initiative passes with a simple majority vote, the Chair will complete the
scoring process, according to the weighting factors contained in Section 4 (Procedures for
Prioritizing Hazard Mitigation Initiatives) and place the new “action item” on the listing
below in the location commensurate with the final weighted project score received.
5. Special Circumstance: Should an eligible entity have an opportunity to apply for a
mitigation grant for an initiative not previously listed on the Prioritized Listing of
Mitigation Action Items (Annex E) and not be able to apply for the grant because the next
announced LMSWG meeting would preclude timely application, this procedure applies.
The applicant will complete a project score sheet, Annex H, and submit it to the
Emergency Management Department. Emergency Management will transmit the score
sheet to the Chair. The Chair will electronically transmit the score sheet to the voting
members of the LMSWG along with an explanation of the exigent circumstances. The
LMSWG voting members have two business-days to vote on the initiative’s acceptability
to the Prioritized Listing of Mitigation Action Items. At the conclusion of the two
business-days a majority vote, with at least three votes agreeing, determines the
initiative’s status. A transcript of this exception will be entered into the minutes at the
next scheduled meeting.
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6. Special Rule for Initiatives which can’t be quantified: See Section 4, para. 4.1.4
It should be noted, either process only gets the project on the Collier County project
priority listing. The applicant still must complete the appropriate project application,
including the FEMA BCA, for appropriate grant.
7. Floodplain Management Initiatives: Annex I, Collier County Floodplain Plans,
addresses the minimal initiatives National Floodplain Insurance Program, NFIP,
participants must do to maintain compliance. CRS communities who have floodplain
management plans list their activities above and beyond the basic NFIP requirements
within their respective plans. Where CRS communities are not required and choose not
to have a floodplain management plan, this section will serve as the main repository for
their initiatives.
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Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 1 of 16 ANNEX E COLLIER COUNTY LOCAL MITIGATION ACTION ITEMS PRIORITY LISTING (Effective 21 Feb 2020) 1. Hazard: The hazard listed was the main hazard the responsible office considered when developing this initiative. However, that does not mean that the mitigation initiative only reduces the effects from only the disaster indicated. Projects which indicate “dangerous winds” as the hazard specifically will mitigate against the severe storm, tornado and tropical cyclone wind hazards. Likewise, flooding, coastal storms and tropical cyclone surge are all related in that mitigation projects which address flooding address these specific hazards. 2. New or Existing Buildings or Infrastructure: Does the project address reducing the effects of the hazard on new or existing buildings and/or infrastructure. 3. Beneficiary: Who benefits by the project? CW=Countywide (includes Collier County Public Schools) 4. FUNDING: Grant Abbreviations: (see also: http://floridadisaster.org/mitigation/) FMAP = Flood mitigation Assistance Program (offered annually) RCMP = Residential Construction Mitigation Program (offered annually) PDM = Pre-Disaster Mitigation (offered annually) HMGP = Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (offered after Presidential Disaster Declaration) CDBG = Community Development Block Grant 5. Office Responsible: CC=Collier County, PUD=Public Utilities Department, ATM=Alternative Transportation Modes, P & R=Parks & Recreation, PSD =Public Services Department, SFWMD/BCB=South Florida Water Management District/Big Cypress Basin, GMD=Growth Management Department, LCEC=Lee County Electric Cooperative, CCPS = Collier County Public Schools 6. Timeframe (to be Implemented) - Status: If grant monies and corresponding match monies available, timeframe is either less than (<) a year or more than (>) a year to implement project. # SCORE Name/Location/JURISDICTION Description & Goal(s) Achieved Hazard Mitigated1 New or Existing Bldgs?2 Beneficiary3 Estimated Cost Potential Funding Source4 Office Responsible 5 Submitted/Updated Timeframe - Status6 1 25437.5 Marco Island/Collier Co.Watermain Interconnect Mainsail Dr, Naples34114 MARCO ISL/COLLIER CO. This water supply interconnect between the City and County water systems will provide redundancy in a disaster situation for community water and fire suppression. Goal.3 All Existing Marco Isl & E. Naples $200.0K HMGP/PDM Marco Public Wks 2/20 > 2 4789.88 Naples Manor North Area Flood Mitigation COLLIER COUNTY Complete Nap. Manor North Canal improvements by rechannelization of existing canal. Goal 1 Flood Existing E. Naples $600.0K HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 3 4045.47 GNFD-Station 90 Hardening 175 Capri BLVD Greater Naples Fire District Replace windows, pedestrian and facility bay doors to impact and wind resistant code, roof hardening. Goal 3 Dangerous Winds Existing Isles of Capri $96,600.0K HMGP Greater Naples Fire District 1/20 > 4 3559.68 GNFD-Station 23 Hardening 6055 Collier BLVD Greater Naples Fire District Replace windows, pedestrian and facility bay doors to impact and wind resistant code, roof hardening. Goal 3 Dangerous Winds Existing E. Naples $96,600.0K HMGP Greater Naples Fire District 1/20 > 5 2642.7 Flood Mitigation of Madison Av Area in Immokalee. COLLIER COUNTY Improvement of roadside ditches/swales, repair/upgrading of non-functioning driveway culverts, addition of cross-drainage structures, & construction of stormwater treatment facs. Goal 1 Flood Existing Immokalee $1.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 6 1816.34 Naples City Hall Wind Protection 735 8th St. S. Naples34102 CITY OF NAPLES Wind retrofit non-structural exterior glass window and metal frame replacement with higher impact glass to meet code…Goal 3, objs 3.1,3.2,3.3 Dangerous Winds Existing Naples $776.0K HMGP City of Naples 2/20 <
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 2 of 16 7 1677.37 Upper Gordon River north of GG Pkwy to Pine Ridge Rd Dvmt COLLIER COUNTY Includes improvements to the existing conveyance channel known as the Upper Gordon River. Goal 1 Flooding Existing N. Naples $2.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 8 1554.57 Naples Airport Hangar Collier Mosquito Control District Purchase /install one generator at the hangar. Goal 1 All Existing CW $80.0K HMGP CMCD 2/20 < 9 1501.37 Immokalee-Eden Garden Bypass COLLIER COUNTY Construct new ditch along northern boundary and Install 24’’ pipe under Boxwood Drive to tie into. Goal 1 Flooding Existing Immokalee $600,000 CDBG DR & MIT, HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 1/20 > 10 1444.62 Old Lely Area COLLIER COUNTY Old Lely Backbone Stormwater Management System Improvements. Goal 1 Flooding Existing E. Naples $2.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 11 1413.75 West side of Goodlette Rd from GG Pkwy north to Pine Ridge Rd COLLIER COUNTY Improving the capacity for flow of an existing ditch located on the west side of Goodlette Road. Goal 1 Flooding Existing N. Naples $1.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 12 1286.65 GNFD Sta 21, 11121 E. Tamiami Trail Greater Naples Fire & Rescue Purchase and install larger generator to increase coverage of emergency activities. Goal 3 All Existing E. Naples $110.0K Wildfire HMGP GNFR 2/20 < 13 956.87 Rock Rd./Cypress Canal Area Flood Mitigation COLLIER COUNTY Elevating the roads, improvement of roadside ditches, addition of cross-drainage culverts, & Stormwater treatment outfalls. Goal 1 Flooding Existing GG Estates $1.2M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 14 877.5 Lake Trafford Slough COLLIER COUNTY Lake Trafford Immokalee Slough Capacity Improvements. Goal 1 Flooding Existing Immokalee Area $1.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 15 859.89 Griffin Road Area COLLIER COUNTY Griffin Road Area Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1 Flooding Existing E. Naples Area $1.5M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 16 828.33 Utilities Admin Bldg. 380 Riverside Circle CITY OF NAPLES The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated windows. Goal 3 Dangerous Winds Existing Naples $150.0K HMGP City of Naples 2/20 < 17 778.64 Immokalee-North 3rd Street Drainage COLLIER COUNTY Roadside Swales. Installation of inlets on 3rd Street, Construct storm drainpipe system to alleviate ponding and allow conveyance southward to storm drain system on West Main Street. Flooding Existing Immokalee $600,000 CDBG DR & MIT, HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 1/20 > 18 756.05 Equipment Svs Facility & River Park Cmty Ctr 301 11th Street North & 370 Riverside Cir, Naples CITY OF NAPLES Purchase and install a generator at each facility. Goal 3. All Existing Naples $180.0K HMGP City of Naples 2/20 < 19 682.916 Naples Fire Sta 2, 977 26th Avenue North CITY OF NAPLES Apparatus Bay renovation and facility hardening. Goal 1 All Existing Naples $450K HMGP City of Naples 3/18 < 20 552.46 Naples Park Area Flood Mitigation COLLIER COUNTY Improvement to existing roadside swales, driveways, & installation of stormwater outfall treatment system. Goal 1 Flood Existing N. Naples $14.0M total, in 7 phases HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 21 527.78 Auto Ranch Road Area Flood Mitigation COLLIER COUNTY Improvement of roadside ditches, elevation of roads, addition of cross-drainage culverts, and stormwater treatment outfalls. Goal 1 Flood Existing E. Collier County $500K HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 22 526.76 Pine Ridge Estates Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1 Flooding Existing E. Collier $5.5M HMGP Collier GMD 2/20 >
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 3 of 16 COLLIER COUNTY County Stormwater 23 520.37 Big Corkscrew Isl. Regional Park COLLIER COUNTY Generators for facilities, wind- hardening Goal 3. All New CW $1,200.0K HMGP Collier PSD P&R 2/20 > 24 501.43 Approx. 200’ south of the Goodlette Rd/GG Pkwy intersection COLLIER COUNTY Construction of a new piped stormwater outfall conveying flow south from the existing ditch along the west side of Goodlette Rd., adjacent to the Naples High School. Goal 1 Flooding Existing Naples area $4.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 25 476.250 Desoto Blvd Area, GGE COLLIER COUNTY Swale reconstruction. Goal 1 Flooding Existing Golden Gate Estates $2.6M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 26 428.62 Lake Trafford Rd COLLIER COUNTY Lake Trafford Road Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1 Flooding Existing Immokalee Area $2.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 27 423.9 Marco Island Public Works Office 415 Lily Ct, MI CITY OF MARCO ISLAND New pre-engineered metal building hardened beyond codes and standards, build two feet above BFS. Coal 3 Flood and Dangerous Winds New Marco Island $750.0K HMGP City of Marco Island 2/20 < 28 412.75 Logan Blvd Area COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Improvements. Goal 1 Flood Existing W. Golden Gate Estates $4.5M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 29 412.75 Old Lely Utility Renewal COLLIER COUNTY Old Lely Utility Renewal Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1. Flood Existing E. Naples Area $7.0M HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater 2/20 > 30 389.333 Fire Sta. #51 751 Elkcam Cir. E. CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Purchase/install Windscreen for hurricane wind protection. Goal 1.1 & 3.3 Dangerous Winds Existing Marco Island $15.0K Wildfire HMGP City of Marco Island 2/20 < 31 360.08 Caxambas USCGA Building 909 Collier Ct., MI COLLIER COUNTY Add a new hardened building. Goal 3 Damaging Winds New Marco Island $1,500.0K HMGP Collier PSD P&R 2/20 > 32 341.33 Emergency Services Ctr 8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy COLLIER COUNTY Drill water well and install backup water system. Goal 1 All Existing CW $150.0k HMGP Collier Facilities Mgt 2/20 < 33 n/a Harden proposed Sports & Entertainment Complex for PSN sheltering. COLLIER COUNTY Harden field-house facility of the proposed/new Sports & Entertainment Complex for PSN sheltering. Goal 1 All New CW $7.5M HMGP/PDM Collier Fac. Mgt 2/20 > 34 n/a US Hwy-41 Distribution Ochopee, Florida Lee County Electric Cooperative Move the electric lines to the Southside of US-41 for quicker access to repair All Existing Ochopee & Everglades City $4.01M HMGP LCEC 2/20 > NON-“BRICK-AND-MORTAR” MITIGATION INITIATIVES (SEE ALSO FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT PLAN PROGRESS REPORTS FROM THE CITIES – ANNEX J) # NAME Description & Goal(s) Achieved Hazard New or Existing Beneficiary Est.Cost Potential Funding Source Office Respon. Submitted/Updated Timeframe - Status 48 Annual Public Appeal/Outreach ALL JURISDICTIONS Annually, present the LMS to the public for comment and participation in the LMS process via the Flood Plain Management Committee outreach initiative. Goal 5 All Hazards Both CW None N/A EM & Floodplain Mgrs. 2/20 Annually 49 StormReady Community Maintain the County’s certification as StormReady which All Hazards Both CW None N/A EM & 2/20 2020 due
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 4 of 16 Certification from the National Weather Service ALL JURISDICTIONS signifies that the community is better prepared to save lives from the onslaught of severe weather through advances planning, education and awareness. Goals 1 & 5 Municipalities 50 Firewise Community Designation & Awareness Program ALL JURISDICTIONS Program that recognizes communities or neighborhoods that demonstrate the spirit, resolve and willingness to take responsibility as a partner in wildfire protection. Firewise Communities/USA is a way to help prevent and reduce losses to wildland/urban interface fire and foster community participation in applying Firewise principles. Goals 1, 5 & 6 Wildfire Both Municipalities& Immokalee, Golden Gate Estates, Ave Maria, N. Naples Communities None Residents, Div. of Forestry & HMGP Fla. Forest Svs. 2/20 On-going
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 5 of 16 DELETED & DEFERRED PROJECT/ACTION ITEM LISTING (This space is provided to show projects which were approved by the LMSWG to go forward, but lacked support, etc. later) NAME/Location Description & Goal(s) Achieved Hazard Beneficiary Est.Cost Potential Funding Source Office Respon. Why Deleted/Deferred? Wind Retrofit residential properties REBUILD NW FLORIDA Wind retrofit residential properties. Goal 1 Dangerous Winds CW $93M HMGP Retrofit NW Fla. Couldn’t find the project sponsor to validate project. Roberts Ranch Museum 1215 Roberts Ave, Immok. COLLIER COUNTY On all facilities at the museum, retrofit w/hurricane strapping, storm shutters, bury electrical utilities & wind-proof. Goal 3, Obj 3.2.& 3.3 Dangerous Winds E. Collier County $92K HMGP Collier PSD Museums Not considered a necessary project. Naples Depot Museum 1051 5th Ave S. COLLIER COUNTY Install hurricane tie-down at loading dock and buy/install generator. Goal 3 Dangerous Winds Naples $215K HMGP Collier PSD Museums Not considered a necessary project. Museum @ Collier Govt Ctr 3339 Tamiami Trl E. COLLIER COUNTY Replace doors, add hurricane strapping, shutters and generator. Goal 3 Dangerous Winds E. Naples $208K HMGP Collier PSD Museums Not considered a necessary project. Headquarters Library 2385 Orange Blossom Dr. COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All N. Naples $200K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility Vanderbilt Beach Library 788 Vanderbilt Bch Rd. COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All N. Naples $100K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility Marco Island Library 210 s. Heathwood Dr. COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All Marco Island $150K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility South Regional Library 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All E. Naples $150K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility Estates Branch Library 1266 GG Blvd. W. COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All G.G. Estates $150K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility E. Naples Library 2385 Orange Blossom Dr. COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All E. Naples $225K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility Golden Gate Library 2432 Lucerne Rd. COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All G.G Estates $175K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility Naples Regional Library 650 Central Ave COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 All Naples $150.K HMGP Collier PSD Library Not an eligible generator project as a Critical Facility Gulf Coast High School, 7878 Shark Way COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 All CW $20.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Sabal Palm ES, 4095 18th Ave. NE COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 All CW $20.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Corkscrew Elementary School, 1065 C.R. 858 Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 All CW $20.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public The grant process takes too long.
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 6 of 16 COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Schools Superintendent wants work done now. Mike Davis Elementary School, 3215 Magnolia Pond Drive COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 All CW $20.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Lely Elementary School, 8125 Lely Cultural Pkwy COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 All CW $20.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Oakridge Middle School, 14975 Collier Blvd COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 All CW $35.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Palmetto Ridge High School, 1655 Victory Lane COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Connect Special Needs Shelter Electrical Load to Existing 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 All CW $400.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Calusa Park Elementary School, 4600 Santa Barbara Blvd COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 All CW $35.0K HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Gulf Coast High School, 7878 shark Way COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 All CW $1.3M HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Golden Gate High School, 2925 Titan Way COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 All CW $1.3M HMGP/PDM Collier Public Schools The grant process takes too long. Superintendent wants work done now. Various Locations COLLIER COUNTY Public Safety Radio System redundant fiber optic connectivity County Wide County Wide $750K HMGP County IT Found it difficult to meet the HMGP criteria. Radio Station, 110 South 2nd Street, Immokalee IMMOKALEE (PNP) Generator, residential and wind retrofit facility. Goal 1,2,3,4,5,6 All Immokalee $88.0K HMGP Coalition of Immokalee Workers Found another source for the money to complete the project San Marco Rd from Collier Blvd. , easterly to Landmark St. CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Improve drainage into large collector piping systems. Goal 1 Flood Marco Island $750K HMGP City of Marco Island Found another funding source. City of Marco Island fuel inventory for self-sustainability CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Acquire fuel truck for fuel transfer of diesel and gas and obtain generators for lift stations. Goal 3 All Marco Island $175K HMGP City of Marco Island Couldn’t get HMGP funding for equipment. Naples Airport Collier Mosquito Control District Purchase two side by side surveillance all-wheel drive vehicles. Goal 1 Disease Control County Wide $50.33K HMGP Collier Mosquito Control Couldn’t get HMGP funding for equipment. 1240 Blue Hill Creek, MI CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Construct a residential safe room. Goal 1 Wind Resident $30K HMGP City of Marco Island City requested removal Marine Based Fire/EMS Station CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Elevate and reconstruct this facility that was struck by lightning and damaged by fire. Objs 1.1 & 1.2 Wind/flood Marco Island Area $540.0K HMGP City of Marco Island Began the project without HMGP funding Retrofit SW Fla Homes through the county. ALL JURISDICTIONS Retrofit single family homes to Cat-3 Hurricane wind threat. Goal 1 Dangerous winds County Wide $20.0M HMGP/PDM & RCMP Retrofit SW Fla Retrofit SW Florida dissolved. Port. Gen.Wire Pass-thru & Anchorage COLLIER COUNTY Install Portable Generator pad w/tie-down & building cutout to pass Gen. wires. Goal 1,Obj:1.1, 1.2 Goal 3, Obj 3.1 Dangerous winds County Wide $100K HMGP Collier Dist. Schools Schools decided to fund the project totally with its resources. Wood Electric Pole Replacement LEE COUNTY ELECTRIC Replace a portion of the wood poles in its Collier Wind Subscribers to LCEC $750K HMGP LCEC FEMA didn’t think replacing wood poles with concrete ones was mitigation.
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 7 of 16 COOPERATIVE County electric system to concrete. Goal 1, objs. 1.1, 1.2, 1.2.1, Goal 2, objs. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, and Goal 3, objs. 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 Marco Substation Relay Vault Replacement & Elevation LEE COUNTY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE Replace the existing relay vault with a relay vault whose floor would be at a higher elevation, thereby minimizing the risk of flood damage to the relay. Goal 1, objs. 1.1, 1.2, 1.2.1, Goal 2, objs. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, and Goal 3, objs. 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 Flood Marco Island area served by LCEC $338K HMGP LCEC Involved more staffing time than the project was worth. Too many FEMA obstacles. Community Emergency Radio Network Establish an emergency radio system throughout the community. All Vineyards Community $13K HMGP/local Vineyards Amateur Radio Assn Purchased and established program via member resources. NNFD #40 – Wind Protection Install entry door and cupola protection and wind protection for 5 vehicle bay doors at No. Naples Fire District Station 40. Dangerous Winds County Wide $13K HMGP/PDM NN Fire District Did not indicate interest when grant available and validate requirement on time. Given an opportunity to resubmit and nothing received. NNFD #42 – Wind Protection Install entry door and cupola and wind protection for 5 bay doors at No. Naples Fire District Station 42. Dangerous Winds County Wide $13K HMGP/PDM NN Fire District Did not indicate interest when grant available and validate requirement on time. Given an opportunity to resubmit and nothing received. NNFD #46 – Wind Protection Install entry door protection and cupola and wind protection for 5 bay doors at No. Naples Fire Station 46. Dangerous Winds County Wide $13K HMGP/PDM NN Fire District Did not indicate interest when grant available and validate requirement on time. Given an opportunity to resubmit and nothing received. NNFD #44- Wind Protection Install entry door and cupola protection and wind protection for 5 bay doors at North Naples Fire District Station 44 Dangerous Winds County Wide $13K HMGP/PDM NN Fire District Did not indicate interest when grant available and validate requirement on time. Given an opportunity to resubmit and nothing received. Naples Recycling Center Install pad, berm and electric for building being moved on site to store hazardous waste. All County Wide $80K HMGP/PDM CC Solid Waste Dept Changed recycling center locations. Big Corkscrew IFRD Sta. 10 Wind Retrofit Replace four bay doors. Dangerous Winds County Wide $19.3K HMGP/PDM Big Corkscrew IFRD Job completed using other funding mechanisms. Big Corkscrew IFRD Sta. 11 Wind Retrofit Strengthen siding and doors and roof. Dangerous Winds County Wide $60K HMGP/PDM Big Corkscrew IFRD Job completed using other funding mechanisms. Wind Retrofit Building H (DoH, EMS HQ, & Lab) Install 10,800 sq.ft. wind protection to all bldg windows of Bldg. H. Dangerous Winds County Wide $800K HMGP/PDM CC Facilities Dept. H. Wilma HMGP was to be used, but materials FEMA approved was not aesthetically suitable for the building. 3301 Tamiami Tr. E, Building F, Naples Replace Generator All County Wide $408K PDM CC Facilities Dept. County replaced generator with other funding mechanism. Acquisition & development of Gordon River Water Quality Park The project will combine wetlands, habitats, trails, boardwalks, fishing piers, educational facilities, extensive landscape and hardscape within a passive park setting that will intrigue & educate nature enthusiasts. Flood Adjacent community $19.2M unknown CC Trans. Services Division - Stormwater Project had been acquired and 80% development completion. Barefoot Beach Sea Oats Project To plant a sea oat buffer 10 feet wide for approximately 9,210 LF to replace the dune system that has been damaged by many years of storms. Coastal storms Adjacent community $163.4K FMAP/HMGP CC Tourism Pulled. Found out that FEMA and Fla. DEP would not fund because the beach is a Reserve, with no public access and not critically eroded.
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 8 of 16 SUCCESS STORIES - Funded/Complete Projects NOTE: Annex 1, Appendix 4, Attachment 1 lists completed wildfire mitigation projects and the affected communities. OPR=Office of Primary Responsibility Title Work Disc. Amt Req/funded Source OPR Community Services Bldg., 270 Riverside Circle CITY OF NAPLES The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated windows. Goal 1 $60K H. Irma HMGP Naples Estates Wildland Areas FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE Hazardous Fuel Reduction. Goal 1 $566,677 HMGP (Wildfire Mitigation Project) Florida Forest Service N. Collier Regional Park 15000 Livingston Rd. COLLIER COUNTY 3 each, Generator and installation. Goal 3 $398.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier PSD P&R IFAS Bldg. 14700 Immokalee Rd. COLLIER COUNTY Wind retrofit building and harden facility $300.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier University Extension 20 Residential Structures in EGC EVERGLADES CITY Elevate 20 homes. Goal 1. $800.0K H. Irma CDBG Everglades City Freedom Park Bypass Ditch Improvements COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater system conveyance improvements. Goal 1 $400.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater Five (5) Critical Facilities COLLIER COUNTY Install emergency generator improvements at 5 critical buildings. Goal 1 $2.506M H. Irma HMGP Collier Fac. Mgt Northwest Corner of Freedom Park @ Goodlette Road – Pump Sta. COLLIER COUNTY Upgrading the existing stormwater pumping station located at the northwest corner of the Freedom Park Goal 1 $800.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater Marco Island Police 50 Bald Eagle Dr. CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Install quick generator connection Goal 3 $27,992 H. Irma HMGP City of Marco Island Immokalee Sports Complex 505 Escambia St. COLLIER COUNTY 2 each, Generator and installation. Goal 3 $245.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier PSD P&R Three (3) Critical Facs. COLLIER COUNTY Procure and install wind protection. Goal 1 $150K H. Irma HMGP Collier Fac. Mgt Marco Island City Hall 50 Bald Eagle Dr. CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Wind retrofit window & doors. Dry flood-proof the facility. Install generator. Goal 3 $2,955.0K H. Irma HMGP City of Marco Island Lift Stations #18, 27,82,32,106,86 & 61 CITY OF NAPLES Purchase/Install Seven (7) Diesel-Driven Standby Pumps at lift stations. Goal 3 $525.0K H. Irma HMGP City of Naples Solana Road East of Goodlette Road COLLIER COUNTY Reconstruct 400 feet of a county stormwater management conveyance $700.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 9 of 16 system. Goal 1 Intersection of San Marco Rd & Heathwood Dr. CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Elevate existing roadway. Goal 1 $1,136.0K H. Irma HMGP City of Marco Island Domestic Animal Services 7610 Davis Blvd COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation. Goal 3 $350.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier PSD DAS Wastewater Membrane 807 E. Elkcam Cir. Marco Island CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Harden existing structure by constructing walls and overhead doors. Reinforce roof to withstand Category 5 Hurricane wind forces. Goal 3 $1.5M H. Irma HMGP City of Marco Island Project for 15 Critical Facilities COLLIER COUNTY Install emergency generators pin & sleeve connectors at 15 critical bldg.. Goal 1 $300K H. Irma HMGP Collier Facilities Mgt. Marco Island Lift Stas. & RO Wells 807 E. Elkcam Cir. CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Purchase and install 60 generators for lift stations and RO wells. Goal 3 $3,320.0K H. Irma HMGP City of Marco Island Upper Gordon River just south of Golden Gate Parkway COLLIER COUNTY Replacement of the downstream-most existing water level and flow control structure in the Upper Gordon River. Goal 1 $3.09M H. Irma HMGP Collier GMD Stormwater Source Water Facility 7130 Collier Bl, Naples CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Purchase and install a generator for the Source Water Facility. Goal 1 $2.0M H. Irma HMGP City of Marco Island Immokalee Library 243417 N 1st St. COLLIER COUNTY Generator and installation, replace roof and windows Goal 3 $275.0K H. Irma HMGP Collier PSD Library David Lawrence Center, Naples David Lawrence Center (PNP) Purchase & Install Generator to service bldgs. D & F. Goal 1 $260.0K H. Irma HMGP David Lawrence Ctr 22 Poles along SR-29 Canal LEE CTY. ELECTRIC COOP. Reinforce w/riprap 22 electric distribution poles along SR-29 canal. Goal 1 $308K H. Irma HMGP LCEC North Collier Fire Stas.43 & 44 N. Collier Fire Control & Rescue District Replace generators at two stations. Goal 3 $120.0K H. Irma HMGP NCFC&R MI Fire Sta. 50 1280 San Marco Road CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Wind and water retrofit fire station. Goal 3 $3.5M H. Irma HMGP City of Marco Island Naples Cmty Development Bldg. 295 Riverside Cr. Roof replacement. Goal 3.3 $412.0K H. Irma HMGP City of Naples
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 10 of 16 CITY OF NAPLES 53 locations around the county COLLIER COUNTY Procure and install 54 generators for lift stations. Goal 1 $4,510,000 H. Irma HMGP Collier PUD Lift stations city wide CITY OF NAPLES Add Transfer Switches to Lift Stas. in Naples. Obj 3.1 $45K H. Irma HMGP City of Naples America’s Business Park Land Acquisition COLLIER COUNTY Develop 83 acres for public access consistent w/conservation goals. Goal 1- 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.7, 1.8 .Goal 2- 2.3, 2.4, Goal 5- 5.1, 5.2. , Goal 6- 6.1, 6.2, 6.4, 6.5 $21.200M Ad Valorum Conservation Collier CC Road Maintenance Facility Generator Pre-wiring COLLIER COUNTY Install generator hook-up equipment Goal 1, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 1.4 – Goal 3, 3.1,3.2.3.3 $10K General Revenue CC Growth Mgt Dept Naples Cmty Early Warning Outdoor WX Siren Sys. CITY OF NAPLES Install early wx warning equipment thru-out city. Goal1/Obj 1.2 $31K City of Naples Haldeman Creek Stormwater Improvements & Lock Louise Weir Reconstruction COLLIER COUNTY Construct/reconstruct weir, install box culvert & ditch, etc.Goal 6 $515.2K HMGP (TS Fay) CC Growth Mgt Dept CC Landfill leachate 6-inch HDPE pipe Install. COLLIER COUNTY Install 6 – inch pipe Obj 3.1 $320K HMGP (TS Fay) CC Public Utilities Repetitive Loss Property Acquisition on Marco Island CITY OF MARCO ISLAND The City of Marco Island will acquire the property and demo the structure. The property will be designated as “Open Space” and landscaped utilizing Florida Friendly Landscaping. Goal 6 $234K FMAP City of Marco Island E. Naples Cmty Center Wind Retrofit COLLIER COUNTY Install electrical shutters & pre-wire for generator. Oby 3.1 & 3.1 $75K TS Fay CC Parks & Recreation Dept. Immokalee High School – Wind Prot & Prewire (701 Immokalee Dr., Immokalee 34142) COLLIER COUNTY Install emergency generator switching equipment…. Goal 1, Obj. 1.1, Goal 3 –Obj. 3..3 $1.6M TS Fay -DRI CC School District Wind Retrofit Immokalee & Golden Gate Cmty Centers COLLIER COUNTY Wind retrofit with electrical shutters.Obj 3.12 & 3.3 $125K TS Fay CC Parks & Recreation Dept. CAT Facility Wind Retrofit COLLIER COUNTY Install electric roll-down shutters Obj 3.1.& 3.3 $200K TS Fay CC Alt. Transportation Modes MI – WW Treatment Plant - Wind Protection Install windscreen protection on two membrane Bio-Reactor $70,000 TS Fay City of Marco Island
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 11 of 16 CITY OF MARCO ISLAND skids. Goal 1 – Obj 1.1 & Goal 3, Obj 3.3 CC Landfill Scale House Hurricane Shutters COLLIER COUNTY Install wind protection. Obj 3.1.& 3.3 $50.0K TS Fay – HMGP CC Public Utilities Dept. Shadowlawn Dr. & Francis Av Drainage Improvement Construct/repair swales and culverts in project area. Goal 1: Objective 1.2 and 1.2.1 $2.7M TS Fay -DRI Bayshore/ Gateway Triangle CRA Collier County Emergency Services Complex – Wind Abatement (4600 Santa Barbara Bl., Naples 34116) Improve hi-wind survivability by installing wind resistance improvements aimed at further protecting communications and the generator. Goal 3, Obj. 3.1 & Goal 2, Obj. 2.2 $1.63M/$1.63M HMGP - Wilma CC Emergency Management 112 10th Av S.,Naples 34102 Elevate Chirgwin Historical House above BFE $185K/$222K HMGP-Wilma City of Naples Lee Co. Electric Coop – Move Electric to Underground in MI Move overhead elect. facs. to underground in Marco Island. (Obj 1.1, 1.2 and Goal 3) $5.9M/$? HMGP-Wilma Awaiting City of MI to let LCEC proceed LCEC N. Collier Regional Park 15000 Livingston Rd. Wind protection for several facilities @ the park and pre-wire Gym for generator. $40K/$19.9K HMGP-Wilma CC P&R Marco Island EOC Wind protection -MIFD/EOC $70K/$38.975K HMGP-Wilma MIFRD Isles of Capri DFD Heliport retention wall. $59K/$60K HMGP-Wilma Need $~$10K ICDFD Road Maint. Admin. Fac. 4800 Davis Blvd, Naples 34101 Wind retrofit. $60K/$30K HMGP-Wilma Trans. Svs Div 3301 Tamiami Tr. E, Buildings W, G, D, B & K, Naples Wind protection for glass & doors. $244K/$203.950K HMGP-Wilma CC Facilities Naples FD #2 Wind Renovation ~$150K 2002 Emerg Mgt & Nap FD Everglades City Hall Elevation Engineering ~$7K 2002 CC Emergency Management ENFS #20 Wind Screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management NNFS #45 Shutters/screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management GGFS #73 Shutters/screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management BCSFS #12 Shutters/screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management Immokalee FS #30 Shutters/screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management Ochopee FS #60 Shutters/screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management Isles of Capri FS 90 Shutters/screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management Marco Island FS 50 Wind Screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency Management Sheriff/EMS Hanger Wind Screens ~$10K 2002 CC Emergency
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31 2020 Annex E Page 12 of 16 Management Golden Terrace Middle School Roof Retrofit ~$15K 2000 CC Emergency Management Golden Gate Middle School Roof Retrofit ~$15K 2000 CC Emergency Management Laurel Oak Elementary School Roof Retrofit ~$15K 2000 CC Emergency Management Big Cypress Elementary School Roof Retrofit ~$15K 2000 CC Emergency Management Barron Collier High School Window Screens ~$10K 2000 CC Emergency Management Veterans Elementary School Shutters/Roof Retrofit ~$20K 1999/2000 CC Emergency Management Village Oak Elementary School Shutters ~$15K 1999 CC Emergency Management Gulf Coast High School Wind Screens ~$10K 1999 CC Emergency Management Norris Center (City of Nap) Window Film ~$5K 1999 CC Emergency Management Immokalee Middle School Shutters ~$10K 1998 CC Emergency Management Oak Ridge Middle School Shutters ~$10K 1998 CC Emergency Management Golden Gate Community Ctr Window Film ~$5K 1998 CC Emergency Management Fleishman Park Window Film ~$5K 1997 CC Emergency Management Barron Collier High School Window Film ~$5K 1997 CC Emergency Management
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ANNEX F
Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group
Meeting Minutes
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Because of the frequency of meetings and the volume of paperwork generated for the minutes the meeting minutes
only samples of the meeting invitation, press release announcements and a year of meeting minutes are attached to this
document. The historical archive for all minutes is maintained on-line on the Local Mitigation Strategy Working
Group Web Page (bit.ly/2Br1j3Z ).
Should you need further assistance in this matter or wish to get on the e-mail meeting invitation distribution listing,
please contact:
Emergency Management Department
Collier County Emergency Management Dept.
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy., Suite 445
Naples, FL 34113
Or,
E-mail: EmergMan@CollierGov.net and request to be added to the LMS email distribution list.
Attachments:
Attachment 1 – Sample Press Release for Public Meeting Announcements “in the Sunshine”
Attachment 2 – Sample e-mail invitation to specific entities regarding LMS matters
Attachment 3 – 2019 Summary Minutes
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Attachment 1 - Sample Press Release
Collier County Government
Communication & Customer Relations Division
3299 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 102
Naples, Florida 34112-5746
colliercountyfl.gov
twitter.com/CollierPIO
facebook.com/CollierGov
youtube.com/CollierGov
October 4, 2019
Notice of Public Meeting
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group
Collier County, Florida
Friday, October 18, 2019
9:30 a.m.
Notice is hereby given that the Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group will meet at
9:30 a.m., Friday, October 18, at the Collier County South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural
Parkway, Naples, Florida 34113.
The meeting is open to the public. Residents are encouraged to attend and provide comments on the
proposed changes for the 2020 Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy (http://bit.ly/2nU3zO9).
This document provides the framework to obtain funding from FEMA to make our communities more
disaster resilient through mitigation projects that meet the communities’ priorities.
About the public meeting:
Two or more members of the Board of County Commissioners may be present and participate at the
meeting. The subject matter of this meeting may be an item for discussion and action at a future Board of
County Commissioners meeting.
All interested parties are invited to attend, and to register to speak. All registered public speakers will be
limited to three minutes unless permission for additional time is granted by the chairman.
Collier County Ordinance No. 2004-05 requires that all lobbyists shall, before engaging in any lobbying
activities (including, but not limited to, addressing the Board of County Commissioners, an advisory
board or quasi-judicial board), register with the Clerk to the Board at the Board Minutes and Records
Department.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or other reasonable
accommodations to participate in this proceeding, should contact the Collier County Facilities
Management Division, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail E., Suite 101, Naples, Florida 34112, or (239) 252-
8380, as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. Such reasonable
accommodations will be provided at no cost to the individual.
For more information, call the Richard Zyvoloski at 239-252-3603.
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Attachment 2 - Sample Email Invitation
Below is a copy of an invitation/meeting announcement that goes out prior to each LMS
Working Group Meeting and other LMS announcements such as notification of grant
opportunities.
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Attachment 3
CY 2019’s LMS Working Group Meeting Summary Minutes
(a complete set of all working group meeting minutes can be found at the LMS Working Group
home page at: bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
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Summary Minutes
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
Friday, January 18, 2019, 9:30 AM
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair Interested Citizen X
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management X
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service E
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island X
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal X
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City X
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Evy Ybaceta Collier C. Growth Management Dept. -
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste X
James Price Collier C. Public Utilities Dept., Water Dept. -
Roosevelt Leonard/J.Malamphy Collier C. Facilities Div. -
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield/Caroline
Cilek
Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. E
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. X
Tricia Dorn Lee County Electric Coop -
Jeff Johnson Retrofit SW Florida, Inc. -
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools E
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services -
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen X
Chris Niforatos Interested Citizen -
Also attending: Mark Grazewski, Collier Mosquito Control District
1. Approval of Oct. 19, 2018 Meeting Minutes:
http://www.colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=1544: The working group unanimously approved
the minutes
2. Membership
The following members were removed from the active voting membership rolls
due to their many absences. On 2 Nov 2018, the chair sent an email advising the
following folks that they have been absent from three, or more meetings, and
thereby have their voting privileges removed:
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Chris Niforatos
Roosevelt Leonard
Everildo Ybaceta
James Price
New Member: Mark Grajewski, Collier County Mosquito Control District, was
unanimously voted in as a voting member.
3. Project Validation & Project(s) for review
Annual Project Validation – The Chair sent out a notice to all project sponsors and asked
if the project(s) is/are still valid. Attachment 2 shows the results.
New Projects for Review
i. Wind Retrofit a Marco Island Fire Station #51 with a wind screen (attachment 3).
This project was accepted by the working group.
ii. Collier County Facilities - Install generator in Property Appraiser’s Building –
Deferred to the 11 February meeting.
iii. FFS - Fuel Reduction for Wildland-Urban Interface Fires – Deferred to the 11
February meeting.
4. New Business
Project Priority Letter for the Wildfire HMGP Grant
Wind Retrofit a Marco Island Fire Station #51 with a wind screen $15K
City of Naples – two generators (Equipment Svs. & River Park Cmty. Ctr.) $175K
Mosquito Control District generator for hangar $80K
Greater Naples Fire District – Sta #21 generator $110K
Hurricane Michael - Next potential HMGP opportunity. We’ll be eligible to
apply for Tier 3 monies for the HMGP opportunity.
Review of Section 4 of the LMS and Initiative Scoring Criteria (Project
Worksheet) Attachments 2 and 3. Changes were accepted with one exception
for each. The working group asked the floodplain managers to appropriately fix
the “Cost” section dealing with “flood” in both documents.
2020 LMS Update – The below items will be taken up at the 11 February meeting
i. Membership – change to local? (If local, we’ll need a new Chair and Vice
Chair.)
ii. Goals….
5. Next Meeting:
February 11th at 9:30am in the Emergency Operations Center will be a Special LMS
Meeting and it’s the last meeting before the Wildfire HMGP opportunity closes on the
25th of February. After that meeting, the next scheduled quarterly regular meeting, will
be the third Friday of April (9:30am on the 19th) at the South Regional Library.
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However, please be available for any call of a special meeting up to February 11th; after
that, there’s not enough time for the public notice of the meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
1. October 19, 2018 Summary Minutes
2. Annual Project Validation
3. Wind Retrofit Marco Island Fire Station #51
4. Section 4 of the LMS (Procedures for Prioritizing Hazard Mitigation Initiatives)
5. Annex I - Initiative Scoring Criteria
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Attachment 1
Summary Minutes
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
Collier County South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
Friday, October 19, 2018, 9:30 AM
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair Interested Citizen X
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management X
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service E
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island X
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal E
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City E
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) E
Evy Ybaceta Collier C. Growth Management Dept. -
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste E
James Price Collier C. Public Utilities Dept., Water Dept. -
Roosevelt Leonard/J.Malamphy Collier C. Facilities Div. -
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield/Caroline
Cilek
Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. -
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. X
Tricia Dorn Lee County Electric Coop E
Jeff Johnson Retrofit SW Florida, Inc. -
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools X
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services E
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen X
Chris Niforatos Interested Citizen -
Also attending: Margaret Bishop, Collier County PUD, Facilities Mgt.
1. Approval of September 26, 2018 Meeting Minutes:
http://www.colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=1544 : The working group unanimously
approved the minutes.
2. Membership: The Chair said that there have been three working group member
absences from Regular Meetings by Mr. Evy Ybaceta, Mr. J. Price, Mr. Roosevelt
Leonard and Mr. Chris Niforatos. Chair will contact them to advise them that they are
removed from “voting member” status until they request a return to voting member status
and recommit to attending regularly scheduled meeting.
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3. Project for review: Ms. Bishop briefed the working group on the County’s initiative to
build a Sports and Entertainment Complex and harden the facility for a hurricane stronger
than Category 5 so that it can be used as a Special Needs Community Saferoom. Because
of Hurricane Michael, Ms. Bishop was unable to get guidance from the Florida of
Emergency Management Division’s Mitigation staff to help her develop the Benefit-Cost
Analysis for the LMS Worksheet. The committee liked the project and allowed the
project to be listed last on the LMS Project Priority listing until she can complete the
BCA part of the Project Worksheet no later than 28 November 2018.
4. New Business
2019 LMSWG Chair/Vice Chair nominations & elections. The LMSWG
unanimously reelected the current chair and vice chair to another term.
Pre-Disaster and Flood Mitigation Grants submission deadline to the State is 5pm,
28 November 2018.
Hurricane Michael HMGP – The chair recommended that eligible agencies
continue to develop HMGP projects and keep them on the shelves for any and all
HMGP opportunities as they are offered. Expect the first notification of funding
announcement to come out around February or March of 2019.
The final Hurricane Irma HMGP 12-month lock-in amount for Collier County
project costs were increased to $32,890,170. This amount is enough to fund 26 of
our projects fully and a partial amount of funding for the 27th.
Local Mitigation Strategy Update – The State sent out notice last week reminding
us that out LMS expires on 13 Apr 2020. To have the updated LMS up to FEMA
for approval, the State wants our updated draft LMS to them for their
review/approval sometime during November 2019. So, we’ve begun our LMS
review/update starting with LMS Section 4 (Procedures for Prioritizing Hazard
Mitigation Initiatives) and Annex I (Initiative Scoring Criteria). The following
are the recommendations so far:
i. Section 4 – Incorporate the corrections indicated in the draft attached to
this meeting’s agenda. In paragraph 4.1.2, after “…electronic submittal”
add “in MS Word format”. In paragraph 4.1.2.1, about mid-paragraph,
after “…intentions to apply for that grant” continue the sentence to read:
“via a letter certifying that they have the 25% project-match for each
project going forward for FEMA funding.” Add a paragraph telling grant
project applicants that the projects listed on the project priority listing will
be updated every two years by the applicant-agency or removed from the
listing. Regarding the Prioritization Matrix, the working group wanted, the
Risk section, item 1, Scoring Criteria #3 to read “3 – Medium: Benefits
half, or more of all the municipalities and/or the unincorporated area. In
item 2, in “Parameter”, change it to read “Potential to protect human
lives”. In Section 2’s “Points”, change the “1-Low …” value to “0” (nil).
In the Cost section, item 5, in “Parameter”, change it to read: “Repetitive
FLOOD damages corrected (applies ONLY to NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses of $1,000 or more w/in 10 yrs.)”, also, in the
“Points” column, change the “1-Low” value to “N/A”.
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ii. In Annex I – In the third paragraph in section “A”, after “…using the
scoring matrix”, change the next sentence to read: “The list will then be
briefed to the Collier County Citizen Corps.” Delete the remainder of the
paragraph after this sentence is inserted then delete the sentence before
section “B”. In section “B”
5. Next Meeting:
This Regular Quarterly Meeting adjourned at 1130AM. The next Regular meeting is 18
January 2019, 9:30AM at the South Regional Library.
(Summary Minutes attachments removed)
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Attachment 2
2019 Annual Project Validation/Update
LOCAL MITIGATION ACTION ITEMS
PRIORITY LISTING
# SCORE Name/Location/JURISDICTION Description & Goal(s) Achieved Beneficiary3 Est.Cost Office
Respon 5
1 11808
Naples Regional Library
650 Central Ave
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
2 7843
Headquarters Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $200.0K Collier PSD
Library
3 7620
Vanderbilt Beach Library
788 Vanderbilt Bch Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $100.0K Collier PSD
Library
4 7108.11
Gulf Coast High School, 7878
Shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
5 6380.3 1240 Blue Hill Creek, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Construct a residential safe room. Goal 1 Resident $30,000 City of
Marco Island
6 5833.3
Marco Island Library
210 s. Heathwood Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Marco
Island $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
7 5800
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
8 5715
Estates Branch Library
1266 GG Blvd. W.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
9 5445.68
Radio Station, 110 South 2nd Street,
Immokalee
IMMOKALEE (PNP)
Generator, residential and wind retrofit facility.
Goal 1,2,3,4,5,6 Immokalee $88.0K
Coalition of
Immokalee.
Workers
10 5320
E. Naples Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace roof & Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $225.0K Collier PSD
Library
11 5216.07
Golden Gate Library
2432 Lucerne Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $175.0K Collier PSD
Library
12 5125.62
Sabal Palm ES,
4095 18th Ave. NE
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
13 4789.88
Naples Manor North Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Complete Nap. Manor North Canal improvements
by rechannelization of existing canal. Goal 1 E. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
14 3730.41
Corkscrew Elementary School,
1065 C.R. 858
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
15 3447.21
Mike Davis Elementary School,
3215 Magnolia Pond Drive
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
16 2660.0
Big Cypress Golf & Country Club
Estates-Stormwater
COLLIER COUNTY
Stormwater Improvements - system needs to be
reconstructed (upgraded. Goal 1 N. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
17 2642.7
Flood Mitigation of Madison Av
Area in Immokalee.
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches/swales,
repair/upgrading of non-functioning driveway
culverts, addition of cross-drainage structures, &
construction of stormwater treatment facs. Goal 1
Immokalee $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
18 2621.86
Museum @ Collier Govt Ctr
3339 Tamiami Trl E.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace doors, add hurricane strapping, shutters and
generator. Goal 3 E. Naples $208.0K Collier PSD
Museums
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19 1816.34
Naples City Hall Wind Protection
735 8th St. S. ,Naples34102
CITY OF NAPLES
Wind retrofit non-structural exterior glass window
and metal frame replacement with higher impact
glass to meet code…Goal 3, objs 3.1,3.2,3.3
Naples $776.0K City of
Naples
20 1677.37
Upper Gordon River north of GG
Pkwy to Pine Ridge Rd Dvmt
COLLIER COUNTY
Includes improvements to the existing conveyance
channel known as the Upper Gordon River. Goal 1 N. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
21 1616.25
Naples Depot Museum
1051 5th Ave S.
COLLIER COUNTY
Install hurricane tie-down at loading dock and
buy/install generator. Goal 3 Naples $215.0K Collier PSD
Museums
22 1478.61
Lely Elementary School,
8125 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
23 1444.62 Old Lely Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Backbone Stormwater Management
System Improvements. Goal 1 E. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
24 1413.75
West side of Goodlette Rd from GG
Pkwy north to Pine Ridge Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Improving the capacity for flow of an existing ditch
located on the west side of Goodlette Road. Goal 1 N. Naples $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
25 1286.65
GNFD Sta 21, 11121 E. Tamiami
Trail
Greater Naples Fire & Rescue
Purchase and install larger generator to increase
coverage of emergency activities. Goal 3 E. Naples $110.0K GNFR
26 1198.02 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase /install two one generator(s), one in Admin
Building and one at the hangar. Goal 1 CW $80K CMCD
27 1127.53 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase two side by side surveillance all-wheel
drive vehicles. Goal 1 CW $50,334 CMCD
28 1112.0
Oakridge Middle School,
14975 Collier Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
29 1066.66
Community Services Bldg,
270 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 1 Naples $60.0K City of
Naples
30 956.87
Rock Rd./Cypress Canal Area
Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Elevating the roads, improvement of roadside
ditches, addition of cross-drainage culverts, &
Stormwater treatment outfalls. Goal 1
GG Estates $1.2M Collier GMD
Stormwater
31 889.03
Palmetto Ridge High School,
1655 Victory Lane
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect Special Needs Shelter Electrical Load to
Existing 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $400.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
32 859.94 Wind Retrofit residential properties
REBUILD NW FLORIDA Wind retrofit residential properties. Goal 1 CW $96.3M Rebuild NW
FL
33 877.5 Lake Trafford Slough
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Immokalee Slough Capacity
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
34 859.89 Griffin Road Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Griffin Road Area Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
E. Naples
Area $1.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
35 828.33
Utilities Admin Bldg.
380 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K City of
Naples
36 795.04
Roberts Ranch Museum
1215 Roberts Ave, Immok.
COLLIER COUNTY
On all facilities at the museum, retrofit w/hurricane
strapping, storm shutters, bury electrical utilities &
wind-proof. Goal 3, Obj 3.2.& 3.3
E. Collier
County $91,850 Collier PSD
Museums
37 777.65
Equipment Svs Facility & River
Park Cmty Ctr
301 11th Street North & 370
Riverside Cir, Naples
CITY OF NAPLES
Purchase and install a generator at each facility.
Goal 3. Naples $175.0K City of
Naples
38 745.7
City of Marco Island fuel inventory
for self-sustainability
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Acquire fuel truck for fuel transfer of diesel and gas
and obtain generators for lift stations. Goal 3
Marco
Island $175.0K City of
Marco Island
39 682.916
Naples Fire Sta 2,
977 26th Avenue North
CITY OF NAPLES
Apparatus Bay renovation and facility hardening.
Goal 1 Naples $450K Naples
40 630.46
Calusa Park Elementary School,
4600 Santa Barbara Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
41 552.46 Naples Park Area Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement to existing roadside swales,
driveways, & installation of stormwater outfall
treatment system. Goal 1
N. Naples
$14.0M
total, in 7
phases
Collier GMD
Stormwater
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42 527.78
Auto Ranch Road Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches, elevation of roads,
addition of cross-drainage culverts, and stormwater
treatment outfalls. Goal 1
E. Collier
County $500K Collier GMD
Stormwater
43 526.76 Pine Ridge Estates
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1 E. Collier
County $5.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
44 520.37 Big Corkscrew Isl. Regional Park
COLLIER COUNTY Generators for facilities, wind- hardening Goal 3. CW $1,200.0K Collier PSD
P&R
45 501.43
Approx. 200’ south of the Goodlette
Rd/GG Pkwy intersection
COLLIER COUNTY
Construction of a new piped stormwater outfall
conveying flow south from the existing ditch along
the west side of Goodlette Rd., adjacent to the
Naples High School. Goal 1
Naples area $4.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
46 476.250 Desoto Blvd Area, GGE
COLLIER COUNTY Swale reconstruction. Goal 1
Golden
Gate
Estates
$2.6M Collier GMD
Stormwater
47 428.62 Lake Trafford Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Road Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $2.0M
Collier
GMD
Stormwater
48 423.9
Marco Island Public Works Office
415 Lily Ct, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
New pre-engineered metal building hardened
beyond codes and standards, build two feet above
BFS. Coal 3
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
49 412.75 Logan Blvd Area
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Improvements. Goal 1
W. Golden
Gate
Estates
$4.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
50 412.75 Old Lely Utility Renewal
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Utility Renewal Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1.
E. Naples
Area $7.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
51 392.9
Marco Island Academy
2255 San Marco Rd, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Construct hurricane hardened High School Gym and
school building. Goal 3
Marco
Island $8,100.0K City of
Marco Island
52 360.08
Caxambas USCGA Building
909 Collier Ct., MI
COLLIER COUNTY
Add a new hardened building. Goal 3 Marco
Island $1,500.0K Collier PSD
P&R
53 350.82
Gulf Coast High School,
7878 shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
54 349.1
Golden Gate High School,
2925 Titan Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
55 341.33
Emergency Services Ctr
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Drill water well and install backup water system.
Goal 1 CW $150.0k
Collier
Facilities
Mgt
56 273.33
San Marco Rd from Collier Blvd. ,
easterly to Landmark St.
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Improve drainage into large collector piping
systems. Goal 1
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
57 229.225 Various Locations
COLLIER COUNTY
Public Safety Radio System redundant fiber optic
connectivity CW $200.0K Collier IT
58 n/a
Harden proposed Sports &
Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering.
COLLIER COUNTY
Harden field-house facility of the proposed/new
Sports & Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering. Goal 1
CW $7.5M Collier Fac.
Mgt
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Attachment 3
PART I
Project Title: Fire Station 51 Wind Retrofit
Project Location: 751 Elkcam Circle E., Marco Island, FL 34145
TYPE PROJECT (“X” appropriate box, or explain) Acquisition Elevation Relocation Reconstruction Essential Facility Retrofit Non-Residential Retrofit New Construction Special Considerations or Impact Statement, if any:
Fire Station 51 is a new facility constructed to “above-code” standards
to withstand severe tropical cyclone events. Windscreen protection for
apparatus bay doors has proven to be a low-cost highly effective
protection measure preventing bay door damage and thus maintaining
the ingress and egress capability of Fire Rescue apparatus during
storm events.
x
What Goal or Objective does this address (See Sec. 3.0, LMS)? 1.1, 3.3
What hazard(s) does this project or initiative correct/mitigate? Tropical Cyclone
Who (what community) benefits from this project or initiative? City of Marco Island & Collier County
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on NEW infrastructure or buildings? Yes
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on EXISTING infrastructure or buildings? No
Project or Initiative Description:
Acquisition & installation of wind screen protection for apparatus bay doors and
elevator lobby.
Applicant and Responsible Agency: City of Marco Island
Agency Contact Information
NAME E-Mail PHONE
Chris Byrne cbyrne@cityofmarcoisland.com 239-389-5189
Potential Funding Source(s)
(See Annex J, LMS)
Estimated
Cost 15,000.00
Suitability Score For LMS
WG only
1 Appropriateness of the
Measure
5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is consistent with Local
Mitigation goals and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed but doesn’t tie to identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
5
2 Community Acceptance 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the communities.
5
3 Environmental Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
3
4 Legislation 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and regulations.
5
5 Consistent With Existing Plans
and Priorities.
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and policies.
5
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Risk Score For LMS
WG only
1 Scope of Benefits 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and unincorporated area directly
or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits more than half, but not all of not all of the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated area.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
3
2 Potential to save human lives 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
1- Low: No lifesaving potential.
3
3 Importance of Benefits 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
5
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much inconvenience (i.e. traffic jams, loss
of power, delays).
5
5 Economic Loss
(Effect of implementing the
project on local economy)
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (minimal disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses closed, jobs affected).
5
6 Number of People to Benefit
5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000
3
Cost Score For LMS
WG only
1 Initial Cost 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to $1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
5
2 Maintenance /Operating Costs 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial cost.
5
3 Environmental Cost Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
3
4 Financing Availability 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching funds identified
5
5 Repetitive FLOOD damages
corrected (applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses).
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation possible, but not
documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
N/A: Not a NFIP insured structure
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PART I I
Benefit Cost Analysis – QUICK WORKSHEET
This worksheet to be filled out by the applicant, is designed for Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group
use only. This gives the group a flavor for the potential benefits a particular project may yield. Here’s
your chance to quantitatively make the case for your project as COST EFFECTIVE. This BCA is not the
same one as the FEMA BCA. The FEMA BCA requires a lot more detail, but this one will help you to
further develop the “official FEMA BCA” should your project go forward as a FEMA grant request.
ESTIMATED COST OF THE PROJECT: 15,000.00
DESCRIBE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITHOUT THIS MITIGATION PROJECT:
Some possible costs are:
Real Property Losses: 16,000.00__
Furnishing/Equipment Losses: __________
Alternate facility costs: __________
Contract/rental costs: __________
Other associated costs (list):
__________
__________
__________
__________
__________
Total Cost for Future Damages & Associated Expenses: _16,000.00_____
(NOTE: This figure should be detailed above.)
Statement to support above costs/losses: Damage to real property consists of replacement of two
Aluminum framed glass apparatus bay doors.
DAMAGE & LOSS COSTS, divided by PROJECT COST = QUICK BCA RATIO
DAMAGES (__16,000.00 _____)
___________________________= BCA __1.06_______
PROJECT $ (_ 15,000.00_____)
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Example of Windscreen Protection
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Attachment 4
4.0 Procedures for Prioritizing Hazard Mitigation Initiatives
4.1 SCORING
4.1.1 Annex F contains a listing of those projects & action items identified by the participating
jurisdictions in Collier County as necessary for the successful implementation of the hazard
mitigation process. Initiative(s) submitted by a participating municipality will go on the prioritized
project/initiative listing. However, its placement on the list in Annex F will depend on the score
received on the “Mitigation Initiatives Evaluation Score Sheet in Annex I. Each participating
jurisdiction/agency has submitted initiatives that are intended to mitigate the identified hazards
as they may impact that jurisdiction/agency. Upon submittal, the individual initiative is scored
using the criteria identified by the participants as being the most reflective of the mitigation
needs of Collier County. Included in this listing are the three review criteria deemed by FEMA
as important: Cost effectiveness (represented by the benefit-cost ratio), technical feasibility,
and environmental soundness.
4.1.2 The submitting jurisdiction/agency scores each initiative and completes the “simplified
benefit-cost analysis (BCA)” prior to electronic submittal to the Local Mitigation Strategy
Working Group, via the Collier County Emergency Management Office. The simplified BCA will
utilize reasonable costs for anticipated losses, and not just the total replacement cost of all
facilities and equipment. Additionally, the submitting entity must make a presentation to the
assembled Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group describing the mitigation project, its impact
and support the presentation with graphics and/or mapping to give the group an idea of the
project’s location. The Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group reviews the initiative and the
recommended scoring. Upon review, the initiative is then placed in the list of Collier County
Local Mitigation Action Items/Initiatives.
4.1.2.1 SPECIAL RULES FOR PRIORITIZING HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM
(HMGP) PROJECTS: Following each disaster in the State of Florida, FEMA makes hazard
mitigation grant monies available via the HMGP program. The local LMSWG will establish a
project priority listing for each HMGP opportunity. PROCESS: After each disaster the LMSWG
Chair will notify each agency having a project on the project listing and determine their intent to
apply for an HMGP grant. Upon receipt of the “Notification of Funds Availability (NOFA)”,
the Chair will issue a letter to all those having a project in Annex F, Prioritized Listing of
Mitigation Action Items, stating they have 30 days from the date of the NOFA to let the
Chair of the LMS Working Group know of their intentions to apply for that grant. For
those who do not intend to apply, no further action is necessary on their part. For those who
intend to apply, each will be asked to make a presentation to the LMSWG and make their case
as to why their project should be ranked as number one. Following the last presentation, the
LMSWG will discuss and rank-order the projects going forward for the current grant opportunity.
(NOTE: Approved project score sheets received after the “announced project prioritizing date”
will be added to the bottom of the prioritized listing in the order received by the emergency
management office.) The Chair will furnish each potential applicant a letter to submit along with
their grant application package that shows that the project complies with the county’s mitigation
strategy and where it ranks.
4.1.3 For purposes of this section, jurisdictions will conduct a preliminary BCA for each of the
project prior to submittal to the working group. (Another BCA, using FEMA guidelines for
federal grants is required for actual grant application submission*.)
* NOTE: A Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) is required for all mitigation projects;
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however, a BCA is not required for planning activities and some acquisition
projects. Florida Division of Emergency Management Mitigation staff will perform
the FEMA BCA for all hazard mitigation projects. A BCA should be used as a
tool to assist in project selection, as mitigation projects with higher benefit-cost
ratios will be more competitive in the application evaluation process. Mitigation
projects without a BCA or with a benefit-cost ratio less than 1.0 will not be
considered for the for a FEMA hazard mitigation grant. PDM competitive grant
program.
The Applicant is required to perform a BCA for all properties, including repetitive
flood loss properties and substantially damaged properties. FEMA has developed
a simplified, alternative methodology to conduct the BCA, which may be used in
lieu of a traditional BCA, for certain properties insured under the NFIP and
included in the Pilot NFIP Repetitive Loss Properties List. The guidance for using
this alternative approach is available for Applicants and Sub-applicants on the
FEMA website: www.fema.gov/fima/pdm .
Applicants and Sub-applicants are strongly encouraged to use FEMA's BCA
software for their analyses. The software can be obtained free from FEMA by
contacting the BCA hotline: 1-866-222-3580. Applicants may use programs or
mechanisms other than the FEMA benefit-cost model to determine the benefit-
cost ratio; however, the methodology used must be consistent with the FEMA
benefit-cost model and must be approved in advance by FEMA. More
information about the FEMA’s BCA program and guidelines can be found at:
https://www.fema.gov/benefit-cost-analysis.
The Applicant must provide verification with the application that FEMA has
approved the other BCA software or methods. An e-mail or letter signed and
dated by FEMA is considered appropriate verification. Questions, contact a
State Mitigation Specialist @ 850.410.3286.
4.1.4 RULE FOR INITIATIVES THAT CAN NOT BE SCORED, BUT ACHIEVES A
GOAL OF THE LMS: There have been times where some initiatives cannot be
scored or quantified because their nature, e.g. road elevation to facilitate
evacuations, conduct hurricane seminars in the community, etc. In these cases, if
the applicants want the initiatives on the priority listing, they will automatically be
placed at the end of the listing in the order received and approved. Should the
project later be completely scored on the worksheet, the projects position may
change on the priority chart.
4.1.5 PROJECT & INITIATIVE VALIDATION: In order to keep the priority listing
“fresh”, the Chair, LMSWG may contact the agencies responsible for projects or
initiatives to determine their validity no later than April every two years. This was
done in 2007 after a whole series of HMGP grant opportunities were offered and a
significant number of agencies with the “highest priorities” on the listing did not take
advantage of those opportunities. This resulted in initiatives further down the priority
listing to not seek funding because “Tier 1” monies were to be used up.
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Local Mitigation Strategy Prioritization Matrix
Suitability = 25%
Parameter Weighting
Factor
Scoring Criteria Score Points
1 Appropriateness of
the Measure
40% 5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is
consistent with Local Mitigation goals
and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed, but doesn’t tie to
identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
5
3
1
200
120
40
2 Community
Acceptance
15% 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may
create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the
communities.
5
3
1
75
45
15
3 Environmental
Impact
15% 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
3
1
75
45
15
4 Legislation 15% 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws
and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and
regulations.
5
3
1
75
45
15
5 Consistent With
Existing Plans and
Priorities.
15%
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistant.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and
policies.
5
3
1
75
45
15
Parameter Subtotal 100% Sum of the parameter scores; max = 500 500
Suitability Subtotal (sum of parameter scores) / (maximum possible score) 100%
Risk = 50%
Parameter Weighting
Factor
Scoring Criteria Score Points
1 Scope of Benefits 15% 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and
unincorporated areas directly or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits more than half, but or more
of not all the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated area.
5
3
1
75
45
15
2 Potential to save
protect human lives
35% 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
0- Low: No lifesaving potential.
5
3
0
175
105
0 35
3 Importance of
Benefits
15% 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
5
3
1
75
45
15
4 Inconvenience of 10% 5- None: Causes no problems. 5 50
Parameter Weighting Factor Percent Points
SUITABILITY SUBTOTAL 25% 100% 25
RISK REDUCTION SUBTOTAL 50% 100% 50
COST SUBTOTAL 25% 100% 25
TOTAL 100% 100
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Problem Correction
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much
inconvenience (i.e.traffic jams, loss of power,
delays).
3
1
30
10
5 Economic Effect or
Loss
(Effect of implementing
the project on local
economy)
10%
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect
during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (minimal
disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses
closed, jobs affected).
5
3
1
50
30
10
6 Number of People
to Benefit
15% 5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000
5
3
1
75
45
30
Parameter Subtotal 100% Sum of the parameter scores; max = 500 500
Risk Subtotal (sum of parameter scores) / (maximum possible score) 100%
Cost = 25%
Parameter Weighting
Factor
Scoring Criteria Score Points
1 Initial Cost 15% 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to
$1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
5
3
1
75
45
15
2 Maintenance
/Operating Costs
5% 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the
initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial
cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial
cost.
5
3
1
25
15
5
3 Environmental Cost
Impact
40% 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
3
1
200
120
40
4 Financing
Availability
10% 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or
matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching
funds identified
5
3
1
50
30
10
5 Repetitive FLOOD
damages corrected
(applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured
structure(s) w/two
paid flood losses).
30%
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation
possible, but not documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
0 - Not an NFIP insured structure
5
3
1
0
150
90
30
0
Parameter Subtotal 100% Sum of the parameter scores; max = 500 500
Cost Subtotal (sum of parameter scores) / (maximum possible score) 100%
Benefit to Cost Ratio multiplied by the Final Score on the Project Score Sheet will provide
the final score for the Project Priority Listing.
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Attachment 5
D-R-A-F-T
ANNEX I
Initiative Scoring Criteria
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A. Mitigation Initiatives: Criteria for Scoring and Prioritizing
The prioritization of mitigation initiative process begins with the sponsor(s) of each
initiative then goes to the Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group.
The first step consists of the sponsoring governments, agencies, and departments
developing their initiatives and then scoring each project using the matrix developed by
the LMS Working Groups.
The sponsor's prioritized initiatives are then presented to the LMS Working Group via the
Collier County Emergency Management Division who will put the initiative on the LMS
meeting agenda. The Working Group then reviews, discusses, revises and votes on each
of the initiatives, assigning each a score and a ranking using the scoring matrix. The
LMS Chair will brief the Collier County Citizen Corps about new mitigation projects and
activities LMS Working Group since the Citizen Corps last meeting. The list was then
reviewed and revised by the. Following further discussion, the decision was made that
like initiatives should be scored alike and grouped. For this purpose, the scores derived
from the matrix would be used as a guide to the grouping, and initiatives not grouped
would retain their original scores derived from use of the matrix.
In grouping the initiatives, in addition to using the scores derived from the matrix as a
guide, considerations such as useful life of the initiative, cost-effectiveness, funding
capability, and time required to implement and complete the project were factored.
Upon the Citizen Corps approval of the revised Priority Listing, it will be updated in the
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (Annex F).
B. Special Grant Funding Opportunities & other exigent circumstances: Should an eligible
entity have an opportunity to apply for a mitigation grant for a project not previously
listed on the Project Priority Listing (Annex F) and not be able to apply for the grant
because the next announced LMSWG meeting would preclude timely application, this
procedure applies. The applicant will complete a project score sheet, below, and submit it
to the Emergency Management Division. Emergency Management will transmit the
score sheet to the LMS Chair. The LMS Chair will electronically transmit the score sheet
to the voting members of the LMSWG along with an explanation of the exigent
circumstances. The LMSWG voting members have two business-days to vote on the
project acceptability to the project priority listing. At the conclusion of the two business-
days a majority vote, with at least three votes agreeing, determines the initiative’s status.
A transcript of this exception will be entered into the minutes at the next scheduled
meeting.
C. Mitigation Initiatives Scoring Matrix
The following table represents the scoring matrix used for the submission of initiatives
for consideration for inclusion in the Collier County LMS. Submit the completed
“Mitigation Initiative Evaluation Score Sheet” to Emergency Management Div. in MS
Word format. (NOTE: See Section 4, para. 4.1.4 for situations which deal with
initiatives that cannot be scored.)
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Mitigation Initiatives Evaluation Score Sheet
Instructions: Applicant completes this score sheet for EACH Project. Information required in each of the
SSSHHHAAADDDEEEDDD AAARRREEEAAASSS. Submit this score sheet in MS Word format to the Emergency Management Office
electronically: Richard.Zyvoloski@Colliercountyfl.gov . Questions, call: 252-3603
If a submitter does not agree with the final determination he or she shall have the right to meet
with the scoring committee to present compelling information to change the score.
PART I
Project Title:
Project Location:
TYPE PROJECT (“X” appropriate box, or explain) Acquisition Elevation Relocation Reconstruction Essential Facility Retrofit Non-Residential Retrofit New Construction Special Considerations or Impact Statement, if any:
What Goal or Objective does this address (See Sec. 3.0, LMS)?
What hazard(s) does this project or initiative correct/mitigate?
Who (what community) benefits from this project or initiative?
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on NEW infrastructure or buildings?
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on EXISTING infrastructure or buildings?
Project or Initiative Description:
Applicant and Responsible Agency:
Agency Contact Information
NAME E-Mail PHONE
Potential Funding Source(s)
(See Annex J, LMS)
Estimated
Cost
Suitability Score For LMS
WG only
1 Appropriateness of the
Measure
5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is consistent with Local
Mitigation goals and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed but isn’t tied to an identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
2 Community Acceptance 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the communities.
3 Environmental Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
4 Legislation 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and regulations.
5 Consistent with Existing Plans
and Priorities.
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and policies.
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Risk Score For LMS
WG only
1 Scope of Benefits 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and unincorporated area directly
or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits more than half, but not all the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated areas.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
2 Potential to save protect human
lives
5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
0- Low: No lifesaving potential.
3 Importance of Benefits 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much inconvenience (i.e. traffic jams, loss
of power, delays).
5 Economic Loss
(Effect of implementing the
project on local economy)
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (some disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses closed, jobs affected).
6 Number of People to directly
Benefit
5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000
Cost Score For LMS
WG only
1 Initial Cost 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to $1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
2 Maintenance /Operating Costs 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial cost.
3 Environmental Cost Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
4 Financing Availability 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching funds identified
5 Repetitive FLOOD damages
corrected (applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses).
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation possible, but not
documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
0- Not a NFIP insured structure
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PART II
Benefit Cost Analysis – QUICK WORKSHEET
This worksheet to be filled out by the applicant, is designed only for the Local Mitigation Strategy Working
Group use only. This gives the group a flavor for the potential benefits that the project may yield. Here’s
your chance to quantitatively make the case for your project as COST EFFECTIVE. This BCA is not the
same one as the FEMA BCA. The FEMA BCA requires a lot more detail and supporting documentation,
but this one will help you to further develop the “official FEMA BCA” should your project go forward as a
FEMA grant request. (Please note the asterisked “*” items below for the appropriate help.)
ESTIMATED COST OF THE MITIGATION PROJECT: ?????
DESCRIBE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITHOUT THIS MITIGATION PROJECT:
Some possible costs are:
* Real Property Losses based on hazard mitigated: __________
** Furnishing/Equipment Losses: __________
** Alternate facility costs: __________
** Contract/rental costs: __________
** Other associated costs (list):
__________
__________
__________
Total Cost for Future Damages & Associated Expenses: ___________ (NOTE:
This figure should be detailed above.) & Statement to support above costs/losses/ people directly are
affected by this project, briefly explain:
DAMAGE & LOSS COSTS, divided by PROJECT COST = QUICK BCA RATIO
DAMAGE COSTS: (________________)
_______divided by___________________ = BCA _____________
MITIGATION PROJECT $: (________________)
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Summary Minutes
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
Friday, February 11, 2019, 9:30 AM
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair Interested Citizen E
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management X
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service X
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island X
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal E
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City -
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste X
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield/Caroline Cilek Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. -
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. E
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. E
Tricia Dorn Lee County Electric Coop X
Jeff Johnson Retrofit SW Florida, Inc. -
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools E
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services X
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen X
Mark Grazewski Collier Mosquito Control District X
Also attending: Jorge Aguilera & Sal D’Angelo, North Collier Fire Rescue, Ashley
Jones, The Salvation Army
1. Approval of January 18, 2019 Meeting Minutes:
http://www.colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=1544: The working group unanimously
approved the minutes
2. Project Validation & Project(s) for review
Project Validation – Collier Public Schools requested to have all their projects removed
from the project priority listing of the Local Mitigation Strategy. (This change is reflected
in attachment 2 of the attached 18 January meeting minutes highlighted in BLUE)
New Projects for Review
i. Collier County Facilities - Install generator in Property Appraiser’s Building – This
project was withdrawn from consideration.
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ii. FFS - Fuel Reduction for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire – The working group
unanimously approved this project. It will be added to the Project Priority Letter
as project #5 for the Wildfire Mitigation Grant for funding.
3. New Business
Hurricane Michael HMGP grant opportunity: The Notification of Funds
Availability (NOFA) for Hurricane Michael should soon be announced. We can
apply for project funding; however, we’ll only be eligible for Tier 3 monies, i.e.,
monies not spent by the disaster-declared counties.
Projects for the Wildfire HMGP – Only five of Collier’s projects will go forward
for this grant funding opportunity. All applications need to be at the Florida
Division of Emergency Management in Tallahassee by the close of business on 25
February.
2020 LMS Update – The below items will be taken up at the 11 February meeting
i. Membership – The LMS working group wants the Chair to draft language
in Section 1 of the LMS to restrict voting-membership to County residents
and non-county residents who have business dealings within the County.
ii. Goals - The LMS goals will be discussed at the next regular meeting.
4. Next Meeting:
The next scheduled quarterly regular meeting, will be the third Friday of April (9:30am
on the 19th) at the South Regional Library.
ATTACHMENTS
1. January 18, 2019 Meeting Minutes
2. Collier Wildfire Mitigation 2019 – Hazardous Fuel Reduction
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Attachment 1 to Feb 11th Minutes
Summary Minutes
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
Friday, January 18, 2019, 9:30 AM
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair Interested Citizen X
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management X
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service E
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island X
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal X
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City X
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Evy Ybaceta Collier C. Growth Management Dept. -
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste X
James Price Collier C. Public Utilities Dept., Water Dept. -
Roosevelt Leonard/J.Malamphy Collier C. Facilities Div. -
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield/Caroline
Cilek
Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. E
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. X
Tricia Dorn Lee County Electric Coop -
Jeff Johnson Retrofit SW Florida, Inc. -
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools E
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services -
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen X
Chris Niforatos Interested Citizen -
Also attending: Mark Grazewski, Collier Mosquito Control District
5. Approval of Oct. 19, 2018 Meeting Minutes:
http://www.colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=1544: The working group unanimously
approved the minutes
6. Membership
The following members were removed from the active voting membership rolls
due to their many absences. On 2 Nov 2018, the chair sent an email advising the
following folks that they have been absent from three, or more meetings, and
thereby have their voting privileges removed:
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Chris Niforatos
Roosevelt Leonard
Everildo Ybaceta
James Price
New Member: Mark Grajewski, Collier County Mosquito Control District, was
unanimously voted in as a voting member.
7. Project Validation & Project(s) for review
Annual Project Validation – The Chair sent out a notice to all project sponsors and asked
if the project(s) is/are still valid. Attachment 2 shows the results.
New Projects for Review
i. Wind Retrofit a Marco Island Fire Station #51 with a wind screen (attachment 3).
This project was accepted by the working group.
ii. Collier County Facilities - Install generator in Property Appraiser’s Building –
Deferred to the 11 February meeting.
iii. FFS - Fuel Reduction for Wildland-Urban Interface Fires – Deferred to the 11
February meeting.
8. New Business
Project Priority Letter for the Wildfire HMGP Grant
Wind Retrofit a Marco Island Fire Station #51 with a wind screen $15K
City of Naples – two generators (Equipment Svs. & River Park Cmty. Ctr.) $175K
Mosquito Control District generator for hangar $80K
Greater Naples Fire District – Sta #21 generator $110K
Hurricane Michael - Next potential HMGP opportunity. We’ll be eligible to
apply for Tier 3 monies for the HMGP opportunity.
Review of Section 4 of the LMS and Initiative Scoring Criteria (Project
Worksheet) Attachments 2 and 3. Changes were accepted with one exception
for each. The working group asked the floodplain managers to appropriately fix
the “Cost” section dealing with “flood” in both documents.
2020 LMS Update – The below items will be taken up at the 11 February meeting
i. Membership – change to local? (If local, we’ll need a new Chair and Vice
Chair.)
ii. Goals….
9. Next Meeting:
February 11th at 9:30am in the Emergency Operations Center will be a Special LMS
Meeting and it’s the last meeting before the Wildfire HMGP opportunity closes on the
25th of February. After that meeting, the next scheduled quarterly regular meeting, will
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be the third Friday of April (9:30am on the 19th) at the South Regional Library.
However, please be available for any call of a special meeting up to February 11th; after
that, there’s not enough time for the public notice of the meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
6. October 19, 2018 Summary Minutes (minutes removed, posted on the web -
http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
7. Annual Project Validation
8. Wind Retrofit Marco Island Fire Station #51 (removed, posted on the web -
http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
9. Section 4 of the LMS (Procedures for Prioritizing Hazard Mitigation Initiatives)
(removed, posted on the web - http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
10. Annex I - Initiative Scoring Criteria (removed, posted on the web -
http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
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Attachment 2
2019 Annual Project Validation/Update
LOCAL MITIGATION ACTION ITEMS
PRIORITY LISTING
# SCORE Name/Location/JURISDICTION Description & Goal(s) Achieved Beneficiary3 Est.Cost Office
Respon 5
1 11808
Naples Regional Library
650 Central Ave
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
2 7843
Headquarters Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $200.0K Collier PSD
Library
3 7620
Vanderbilt Beach Library
788 Vanderbilt Bch Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $100.0K Collier PSD
Library
4 7108.11
Gulf Coast High School, 7878
Shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
5 6380.3 1240 Blue Hill Creek, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Construct a residential safe room. Goal 1 Resident $30,000 City of
Marco Island
6 5833.3
Marco Island Library
210 s. Heathwood Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Marco
Island $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
7 5800
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
8 5715
Estates Branch Library
1266 GG Blvd. W.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
9 5445.68
Radio Station, 110 South 2nd Street,
Immokalee
IMMOKALEE (PNP)
Generator, residential and wind retrofit facility.
Goal 1,2,3,4,5,6 Immokalee $88.0K
Coalition of
Immokalee.
Workers
10 5320
E. Naples Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace roof & Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $225.0K Collier PSD
Library
11 5216.07
Golden Gate Library
2432 Lucerne Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $175.0K Collier PSD
Library
12 5125.62
Sabal Palm ES,
4095 18th Ave. NE
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
13 4789.88
Naples Manor North Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Complete Nap. Manor North Canal improvements
by rechannelization of existing canal. Goal 1 E. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
14 3730.41
Corkscrew Elementary School,
1065 C.R. 858
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
15 3447.21
Mike Davis Elementary School,
3215 Magnolia Pond Drive
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
16 2660.0
Big Cypress Golf & Country Club
Estates-Stormwater
COLLIER COUNTY
Stormwater Improvements - system needs to be
reconstructed (upgraded. Goal 1 N. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
17 2642.7
Flood Mitigation of Madison Av
Area in Immokalee.
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches/swales,
repair/upgrading of non-functioning driveway
culverts, addition of cross-drainage structures, &
construction of stormwater treatment facs. Goal 1
Immokalee $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
18 2621.86
Museum @ Collier Govt Ctr
3339 Tamiami Trl E.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace doors, add hurricane strapping, shutters and
generator. Goal 3 E. Naples $208.0K Collier PSD
Museums
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19 1816.34
Naples City Hall Wind Protection
735 8th St. S. ,Naples34102
CITY OF NAPLES
Wind retrofit non-structural exterior glass window
and metal frame replacement with higher impact
glass to meet code…Goal 3, objs 3.1,3.2,3.3
Naples $776.0K City of
Naples
20 1677.37
Upper Gordon River north of GG
Pkwy to Pine Ridge Rd Dvmt
COLLIER COUNTY
Includes improvements to the existing conveyance
channel known as the Upper Gordon River. Goal 1 N. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
21 1616.25
Naples Depot Museum
1051 5th Ave S.
COLLIER COUNTY
Install hurricane tie-down at loading dock and
buy/install generator. Goal 3 Naples $215.0K Collier PSD
Museums
22 1478.61
Lely Elementary School,
8125 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
23 1444.62 Old Lely Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Backbone Stormwater Management
System Improvements. Goal 1 E. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
24 1413.75
West side of Goodlette Rd from GG
Pkwy north to Pine Ridge Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Improving the capacity for flow of an existing ditch
located on the west side of Goodlette Road. Goal 1 N. Naples $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
25 1286.65
GNFD Sta 21, 11121 E. Tamiami
Trail
Greater Naples Fire & Rescue
Purchase and install larger generator to increase
coverage of emergency activities. Goal 3 E. Naples $110.0K GNFR
26 1198.02 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase /install two one generator(s), one in Admin
Building and one at the hangar. Goal 1 CW $80K CMCD
27 1127.53 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase two side by side surveillance all-wheel
drive vehicles. Goal 1 CW $50,334 CMCD
28 1112.0
Oakridge Middle School,
14975 Collier Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
29 1066.66
Community Services Bldg,
270 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 1 Naples $60.0K City of
Naples
30 956.87
Rock Rd./Cypress Canal Area
Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Elevating the roads, improvement of roadside
ditches, addition of cross-drainage culverts, &
Stormwater treatment outfalls. Goal 1
GG Estates $1.2M Collier GMD
Stormwater
31 889.03
Palmetto Ridge High School,
1655 Victory Lane
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect Special Needs Shelter Electrical Load to
Existing 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $400.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
32 859.94 Wind Retrofit residential properties
REBUILD NW FLORIDA Wind retrofit residential properties. Goal 1 CW $96.3M Rebuild NW
FL
33 877.5 Lake Trafford Slough
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Immokalee Slough Capacity
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
34 859.89 Griffin Road Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Griffin Road Area Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
E. Naples
Area $1.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
35 828.33
Utilities Admin Bldg.
380 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K City of
Naples
36 795.04
Roberts Ranch Museum
1215 Roberts Ave, Immok.
COLLIER COUNTY
On all facilities at the museum, retrofit w/hurricane
strapping, storm shutters, bury electrical utilities &
wind-proof. Goal 3, Obj 3.2.& 3.3
E. Collier
County $91,850 Collier PSD
Museums
37 777.65
Equipment Svs Facility & River
Park Cmty Ctr
301 11th Street North & 370
Riverside Cir, Naples
CITY OF NAPLES
Purchase and install a generator at each facility.
Goal 3. Naples $175.0K City of
Naples
38 745.7
City of Marco Island fuel inventory
for self-sustainability
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Acquire fuel truck for fuel transfer of diesel and gas
and obtain generators for lift stations. Goal 3
Marco
Island $175.0K City of
Marco Island
39 682.916
Naples Fire Sta 2,
977 26th Avenue North
CITY OF NAPLES
Apparatus Bay renovation and facility hardening.
Goal 1 Naples $450K Naples
40 630.46
Calusa Park Elementary School,
4600 Santa Barbara Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
41 552.46 Naples Park Area Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement to existing roadside swales,
driveways, & installation of stormwater outfall
treatment system. Goal 1
N. Naples
$14.0M
total, in 7
phases
Collier GMD
Stormwater
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42 527.78
Auto Ranch Road Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches, elevation of roads,
addition of cross-drainage culverts, and stormwater
treatment outfalls. Goal 1
E. Collier
County $500K Collier GMD
Stormwater
43 526.76 Pine Ridge Estates
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1 E. Collier
County $5.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
44 520.37 Big Corkscrew Isl. Regional Park
COLLIER COUNTY Generators for facilities, wind- hardening Goal 3. CW $1,200.0K Collier PSD
P&R
45 501.43
Approx. 200’ south of the Goodlette
Rd/GG Pkwy intersection
COLLIER COUNTY
Construction of a new piped stormwater outfall
conveying flow south from the existing ditch along
the west side of Goodlette Rd., adjacent to the
Naples High School. Goal 1
Naples area $4.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
46 476.250 Desoto Blvd Area, GGE
COLLIER COUNTY Swale reconstruction. Goal 1
Golden
Gate
Estates
$2.6M Collier GMD
Stormwater
47 428.62 Lake Trafford Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Road Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $2.0M
Collier
GMD
Stormwater
48 423.9
Marco Island Public Works Office
415 Lily Ct, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
New pre-engineered metal building hardened
beyond codes and standards, build two feet above
BFS. Coal 3
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
49 412.75 Logan Blvd Area
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Improvements. Goal 1
W. Golden
Gate
Estates
$4.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
50 412.75 Old Lely Utility Renewal
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Utility Renewal Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1.
E. Naples
Area $7.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
51 392.9
Marco Island Academy
2255 San Marco Rd, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Construct hurricane hardened High School Gym and
school building. Goal 3
Marco
Island $8,100.0K City of
Marco Island
52 360.08
Caxambas USCGA Building
909 Collier Ct., MI
COLLIER COUNTY
Add a new hardened building. Goal 3 Marco
Island $1,500.0K Collier PSD
P&R
53 350.82
Gulf Coast High School,
7878 shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
54 349.1
Golden Gate High School,
2925 Titan Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
55 341.33
Emergency Services Ctr
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Drill water well and install backup water system.
Goal 1 CW $150.0k
Collier
Facilities
Mgt
56 273.33
San Marco Rd from Collier Blvd. ,
easterly to Landmark St.
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Improve drainage into large collector piping
systems. Goal 1
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
57 229.225 Various Locations
COLLIER COUNTY
Public Safety Radio System redundant fiber optic
connectivity CW $200.0K Collier IT
58 n/a
Harden proposed Sports &
Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering.
COLLIER COUNTY
Harden field-house facility of the proposed/new
Sports & Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering. Goal 1
CW $7.5M Collier Fac.
Mgt
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ANNEX F - 36
Attachment 2 to Feb 11th Minutes
Project Title: Collier Wildfire Mitigation 2019 – Hazardous Fuel Reduction
Project Location: Collier County
TYPE PROJECT (“X” appropriate box, or explain) Acquisition Elevation Relocation Reconstruction Essential Facility Retrofit Non-Residential Retrofit New Construction Special Considerations or Impact Statement, if any: Create defensible space
corridors within the wildland urban interface throughout Collier county.
x
What Goal or Objective does this address (See Sec. 3.0, LMS)? Goal 1, Objs 1.1 & 1.2
What hazard(s) does this project or initiative correct/mitigate? Mitigate wildfire
Who (what community) benefits from this project or initiative? Collier county residents
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on NEW infrastructure or buildings? Y
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on EXISTING infrastructure or buildings? Y
Project or Initiative Description:
Hazardous fuel reduction in wildland urban interface to support wildfire response.
Applicant and Responsible Agency: Florida Forest Service and Collier County
Agency Contact Information
NAME E-Mail PHONE
Fred Boehm Fred.boehm@freshfromflroida.com 954-347-8071
Potential Funding Source(s)
(See Annex J, LMS)
HMGP (FEMA through FDEM – 75%
Florida Forest Service and Collier – 25%
Estimated
Cost $755,569.32
Suitability Score For LMS
WG only
1 Appropriateness of the
Measure
5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is consistent with Local
Mitigation goals and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed but isn’t tied to an identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
5
2 Community Acceptance 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the communities.
3
3 Environmental Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
4 Legislation 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and regulations.
5
5 Consistent with Existing Plans
and Priorities.
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and policies.
5
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Risk Score For LMS
WG only
1 Scope of Benefits 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and unincorporated area directly
or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits more than half, but not all the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated areas.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
3
2 Potential to save human lives 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
1- Low: No lifesaving potential.
5
3 Importance of Benefits 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
5
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much inconvenience (i.e. traffic jams, loss
of power, delays).
3
5 Economic Loss
(Effect of implementing the
project on local economy)
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (some disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses closed, jobs affected).
5
6 Number of People to directly
Benefit
5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000 3
Cost Score For LMS
WG only
1 Initial Cost 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to $1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
3
2 Maintenance /Operating Costs 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial cost.
1
3 Environmental Cost Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
3
4 Financing Availability 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching funds identified
5
5 Repetitive FLOOD damages
corrected (applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses).
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation possible, but not
documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
0- Not a NFIP insured structure
0
Benefit Cost Analysis – QUICK WORKSHEET
This worksheet to be filled out by the applicant, is designed only for the Local Mitigation
Strategy Working Group use only. This gives the group a flavor for the potential benefits that
the project may yield. Here’s your chance to quantitatively make the case for your project as
COST EFFECTIVE. This BCA is not the same one as the FEMA BCA. The FEMA BCA
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020
ANNEX F - 38
requires a lot more detail and supporting documentation, but this one will help you to further
develop the “official FEMA BCA” should your project go forward as a FEMA grant request.
(Please note the asterisked “*” items below for the appropriate help.)
ESTIMATED COST OF THE MITIGATION PROJECT: $755,569.32
How many people directly are affected by this project? 15,000
DESCRIBE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITHOUT THIS MITIGATION PROJECT:
Some possible costs are:
* Real Property Losses based on hazard mitigated: ___1,300,000___
** Furnishing/Equipment Losses: ___430,000_______
** Alternate facility costs: ___30,000___
** Contract/rental costs: ____
** Other associated costs (list):
____
______
__________
Total Cost for Future Damages & Associated Expenses: _1,760,000__ (NOTE:
This figure should be detailed above.)
Statement to support above costs/losses: Real Property and Alternate Facility loss based on 2017
wildfire in Collier county, 30th Avenue, Furnishing equipment loss based on real property
content and alternate facility contents.
Does not include wildfire suppression costs for out of area personnel, contract aviation resources,
etc.
DAMAGE & LOSS COSTS, divided by PROJECT COST = QUICK BCA RATIO
DAMAGE COSTS: (_1,760,000______)
_______divided by___________________ = BCA ______2,33_______
MITIGATION PROJECT $: (_755,569.32_______)
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ANNEX F - 39
Summary Minutes
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
Friday, April 19, 2019, 9:30 AM
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair Interested Citizen E
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management X
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service X
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island X
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal E
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City -
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste X
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield/Caroline
Cilek
Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. -
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. E
Tricia Dorn/Bob Adkins Lee County Electric Coop X
Jeff Johnson Retrofit SW Florida, Inc. -
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools E
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services X
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen X
Mark Grazewski Collier Mosquito Control District -
Sal D’Angelo North Collier Fire & Rescue District X
Vacant Greater Naples Fire Rescue District -
Vacant Immokalee Independent Fire District -
Ashley Jones The Salvation Army X
Also attending: Thomas Gonzalez & Sean Allen, Florida Forest Service
1. Approval of February 7, 2019 Meeting Minutes: (removed – go to: http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
The working group unanimously approved the minutes
2. Membership: Ms. Ashley Jones, The Salvation Army, was unanimously voted in as a new
voting member.
3. Project Validation & Project(s) for review
Project Validation – Collier Public Schools requested to have all their projects removed
from the project priority listing of the Local Mitigation Strategy. (This change is reflected
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020
ANNEX F - 40
in attachment 2 of the attached 18 January meeting minutes highlighted in BLUE)
New Projects for Review
i. Collier County Facilities - Install generator in Property Appraiser’s Building – This
project was withdrawn from consideration.
ii. FFS - Fuel Reduction for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire – The working group
unanimously approved this project. It will be added to the Project Priority Letter
as project #5 for the Wildfire Mitigation Grant for funding.
4. New Business
Hurricane Michael HMGP grant opportunity: The Notification of Funds
Availability (NOFA) for Hurricane Michael should soon be announced. We can
apply for project funding; however, we’ll only be eligible for Tier 3 monies, i.e.,
monies not spent by the disaster-declared counties.
Projects for the Wildfire HMGP – Only five of Collier’s projects will go forward
for this grant funding opportunity. All applications need to be at the Florida
Division of Emergency Management in Tallahassee by the close of business on 25
February.
2020 LMS Update – The below items will be taken up at the 11 February meeting
i. Membership – The LMS working group wants the Chair to draft language
in Section 1 of the LMS to restrict voting-membership to County residents
and non-county residents who have business dealings within the County.
ii. Goals - The LMS goals will be discussed at the next regular meeting.
5. Next Meeting:
The next scheduled quarterly regular meeting, will be the third Friday of April (9:30am
on the 19th) at the South Regional Library.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Annual Project Validation
2. Collier Wildfire Mitigation 2019 – Hazardous Fuel Reduction
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy 2020 March 31, 2020
ANNEX F - 41
Attachment 1 to Feb 11th Minutes
2019 Annual Project Validation/Update
LOCAL MITIGATION ACTION ITEMS
PRIORITY LISTING
# SCORE Name/Location/JURISDICTION Description & Goal(s) Achieved Beneficiary3 Est.Cost Office
Respon 5
1 11808
Naples Regional Library
650 Central Ave
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
2 7843
Headquarters Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $200.0K Collier PSD
Library
3 7620
Vanderbilt Beach Library
788 Vanderbilt Bch Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $100.0K Collier PSD
Library
4 7108.11
Gulf Coast High School, 7878
Shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
5 6380.3 1240 Blue Hill Creek, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Construct a residential safe room. Goal 1 Resident $30,000 City of
Marco Island
6 5833.3
Marco Island Library
210 s. Heathwood Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Marco
Island $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
7 5800
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
8 5715
Estates Branch Library
1266 GG Blvd. W.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
9 5445.68
Radio Station, 110 South 2nd Street,
Immokalee
IMMOKALEE (PNP)
Generator, residential and wind retrofit facility.
Goal 1,2,3,4,5,6 Immokalee $88.0K
Coalition of
Immokalee.
Workers
10 5320
E. Naples Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace roof & Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $225.0K Collier PSD
Library
11 5216.07
Golden Gate Library
2432 Lucerne Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $175.0K Collier PSD
Library
12 5125.62
Sabal Palm ES,
4095 18th Ave. NE
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
13 4789.88
Naples Manor North Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Complete Nap. Manor North Canal improvements
by rechannelization of existing canal. Goal 1 E. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
14 3730.41
Corkscrew Elementary School,
1065 C.R. 858
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
15 3447.21
Mike Davis Elementary School,
3215 Magnolia Pond Drive
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
16 2660.0
Big Cypress Golf & Country Club
Estates-Stormwater
COLLIER COUNTY
Stormwater Improvements - system needs to be
reconstructed (upgraded. Goal 1 N. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
17 2642.7
Flood Mitigation of Madison Av
Area in Immokalee.
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches/swales,
repair/upgrading of non-functioning driveway
culverts, addition of cross-drainage structures, &
construction of stormwater treatment facs. Goal 1
Immokalee $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
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ANNEX F - 42
18 2621.86
Museum @ Collier Govt Ctr
3339 Tamiami Trl E.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace doors, add hurricane strapping, shutters and
generator. Goal 3 E. Naples $208.0K Collier PSD
Museums
19 1816.34
Naples City Hall Wind Protection
735 8th St. S. ,Naples34102
CITY OF NAPLES
Wind retrofit non-structural exterior glass window
and metal frame replacement with higher impact
glass to meet code…Goal 3, objs 3.1,3.2,3.3
Naples $776.0K City of
Naples
20 1677.37
Upper Gordon River north of GG
Pkwy to Pine Ridge Rd Dvmt
COLLIER COUNTY
Includes improvements to the existing conveyance
channel known as the Upper Gordon River. Goal 1 N. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
21 1616.25
Naples Depot Museum
1051 5th Ave S.
COLLIER COUNTY
Install hurricane tie-down at loading dock and
buy/install generator. Goal 3 Naples $215.0K Collier PSD
Museums
22 1478.61
Lely Elementary School,
8125 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
23 1444.62 Old Lely Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Backbone Stormwater Management
System Improvements. Goal 1 E. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
24 1413.75
West side of Goodlette Rd from GG
Pkwy north to Pine Ridge Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Improving the capacity for flow of an existing ditch
located on the west side of Goodlette Road. Goal 1 N. Naples $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
25 1286.65
GNFD Sta 21, 11121 E. Tamiami
Trail
Greater Naples Fire & Rescue
Purchase and install larger generator to increase
coverage of emergency activities. Goal 3 E. Naples $110.0K GNFR
26 1198.02 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase /install two one generator(s), one in Admin
Building and one at the hangar. Goal 1 CW $80K CMCD
27 1127.53 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase two side by side surveillance all-wheel
drive vehicles. Goal 1 CW $50,334 CMCD
28 1112.0
Oakridge Middle School,
14975 Collier Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
29 1066.66
Community Services Bldg,
270 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 1 Naples $60.0K City of
Naples
30 956.87
Rock Rd./Cypress Canal Area
Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Elevating the roads, improvement of roadside
ditches, addition of cross-drainage culverts, &
Stormwater treatment outfalls. Goal 1
GG Estates $1.2M Collier GMD
Stormwater
31 889.03
Palmetto Ridge High School,
1655 Victory Lane
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect Special Needs Shelter Electrical Load to
Existing 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $400.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
32 859.94 Wind Retrofit residential properties
REBUILD NW FLORIDA Wind retrofit residential properties. Goal 1 CW $96.3M Rebuild NW
FL
33 877.5 Lake Trafford Slough
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Immokalee Slough Capacity
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
34 859.89 Griffin Road Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Griffin Road Area Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
E. Naples
Area $1.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
35 828.33
Utilities Admin Bldg.
380 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K City of
Naples
36 795.04
Roberts Ranch Museum
1215 Roberts Ave, Immok.
COLLIER COUNTY
On all facilities at the museum, retrofit w/hurricane
strapping, storm shutters, bury electrical utilities &
wind-proof. Goal 3, Obj 3.2.& 3.3
E. Collier
County $91,850 Collier PSD
Museums
37 777.65
Equipment Svs Facility & River
Park Cmty Ctr
301 11th Street North & 370
Riverside Cir, Naples
CITY OF NAPLES
Purchase and install a generator at each facility.
Goal 3. Naples $175.0K City of
Naples
38 745.7
City of Marco Island fuel inventory
for self-sustainability
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Acquire fuel truck for fuel transfer of diesel and gas
and obtain generators for lift stations. Goal 3
Marco
Island $175.0K City of
Marco Island
39 682.916
Naples Fire Sta 2,
977 26th Avenue North
CITY OF NAPLES
Apparatus Bay renovation and facility hardening.
Goal 1 Naples $450K Naples
40 630.46
Calusa Park Elementary School,
4600 Santa Barbara Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
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41 552.46 Naples Park Area Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement to existing roadside swales,
driveways, & installation of stormwater outfall
treatment system. Goal 1
N. Naples
$14.0M
total, in 7
phases
Collier GMD
Stormwater
42 527.78
Auto Ranch Road Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches, elevation of roads,
addition of cross-drainage culverts, and stormwater
treatment outfalls. Goal 1
E. Collier
County $500K Collier GMD
Stormwater
43 526.76 Pine Ridge Estates
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1 E. Collier
County $5.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
44 520.37 Big Corkscrew Isl. Regional Park
COLLIER COUNTY Generators for facilities, wind- hardening Goal 3. CW $1,200.0K Collier PSD
P&R
45 501.43
Approx. 200’ south of the Goodlette
Rd/GG Pkwy intersection
COLLIER COUNTY
Construction of a new piped stormwater outfall
conveying flow south from the existing ditch along
the west side of Goodlette Rd., adjacent to the
Naples High School. Goal 1
Naples area $4.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
46 476.250 Desoto Blvd Area, GGE
COLLIER COUNTY Swale reconstruction. Goal 1
Golden
Gate
Estates
$2.6M Collier GMD
Stormwater
47 428.62 Lake Trafford Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Road Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $2.0M
Collier
GMD
Stormwater
48 423.9
Marco Island Public Works Office
415 Lily Ct, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
New pre-engineered metal building hardened
beyond codes and standards, build two feet above
BFS. Coal 3
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
49 412.75 Logan Blvd Area
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Improvements. Goal 1
W. Golden
Gate
Estates
$4.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
50 412.75 Old Lely Utility Renewal
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Utility Renewal Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1.
E. Naples
Area $7.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
51 392.9
Marco Island Academy
2255 San Marco Rd, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Construct hurricane hardened High School Gym and
school building. Goal 3
Marco
Island $8,100.0K City of
Marco Island
52 360.08
Caxambas USCGA Building
909 Collier Ct., MI
COLLIER COUNTY
Add a new hardened building. Goal 3 Marco
Island $1,500.0K Collier PSD
P&R
53 350.82
Gulf Coast High School,
7878 shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
54 349.1
Golden Gate High School,
2925 Titan Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
55 341.33
Emergency Services Ctr
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Drill water well and install backup water system.
Goal 1 CW $150.0k
Collier
Facilities
Mgt
56 273.33
San Marco Rd from Collier Blvd. ,
easterly to Landmark St.
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Improve drainage into large collector piping
systems. Goal 1
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
57 229.225 Various Locations
COLLIER COUNTY
Public Safety Radio System redundant fiber optic
connectivity CW $200.0K Collier IT
58 n/a
Harden proposed Sports &
Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering.
COLLIER COUNTY
Harden field-house facility of the proposed/new
Sports & Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering. Goal 1
CW $7.5M Collier Fac.
Mgt
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Attachment 2 to Feb 11th Minutes
Project Title: Collier Wildfire Mitigation 2019 – Hazardous Fuel Reduction
Project Location: Collier County
TYPE PROJECT (“X” appropriate box, or explain) Acquisition Elevation Relocation Reconstruction Essential Facility Retrofit Non-Residential Retrofit New Construction Special Considerations or Impact Statement, if any: Create defensible space
corridors within the wildland urban interface throughout Collier county.
x
What Goal or Objective does this address (See Sec. 3.0, LMS)? Goal 1, Objs 1.1 & 1.2
What hazard(s) does this project or initiative correct/mitigate? Mitigate wildfire
Who (what community) benefits from this project or initiative? Collier county residents
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on NEW infrastructure or buildings? Y
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on EXISTING infrastructure or buildings? Y
Project or Initiative Description:
Hazardous fuel reduction in wildland urban interface to support wildfire response.
Applicant and Responsible Agency: Florida Forest Service and Collier County
Agency Contact Information
NAME E-Mail PHONE
Fred Boehm Fred.boehm@freshfromflroida.com 954-347-8071
Potential Funding Source(s)
(See Annex J, LMS)
HMGP (FEMA through FDEM – 75%
Florida Forest Service and Collier – 25%
Estimated
Cost $755,569.32
Suitability Score For LMS
WG only
1 Appropriateness of the
Measure
5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is consistent with Local
Mitigation goals and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed but isn’t tied to an identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
5
2 Community Acceptance 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the communities.
3
3 Environmental Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
4 Legislation 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and regulations.
5
5 Consistent with Existing Plans
and Priorities.
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and policies.
5
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Risk Score For LMS
WG only
1 Scope of Benefits 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and unincorporated area directly
or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits more than half, but not all the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated areas.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
3
2 Potential to save human lives 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
1- Low: No lifesaving potential.
5
3 Importance of Benefits 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
5
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much inconvenience (i.e. traffic jams, loss
of power, delays).
3
5 Economic Loss
(Effect of implementing the
project on local economy)
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (some disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses closed, jobs affected).
5
6 Number of People to directly
Benefit
5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000 3
Cost Score For LMS
WG only
1 Initial Cost 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to $1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
3
2 Maintenance /Operating Costs 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial cost.
1
3 Environmental Cost Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
3
4 Financing Availability 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching funds identified
5
5 Repetitive FLOOD damages
corrected (applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses).
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation possible, but not
documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
0- Not a NFIP insured structure
0
Benefit Cost Analysis – QUICK WORKSHEET
This worksheet to be filled out by the applicant, is designed only for the Local Mitigation
Strategy Working Group use only. This gives the group a flavor for the potential benefits that
the project may yield. Here’s your chance to quantitatively make the case for your project as
COST EFFECTIVE. This BCA is not the same one as the FEMA BCA. The FEMA BCA
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requires a lot more detail and supporting documentation, but this one will help you to further
develop the “official FEMA BCA” should your project go forward as a FEMA grant request.
(Please note the asterisked “*” items below for the appropriate help.)
ESTIMATED COST OF THE MITIGATION PROJECT: $755,569.32
How many people directly are affected by this project? 15,000
DESCRIBE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITHOUT THIS MITIGATION PROJECT:
Some possible costs are:
* Real Property Losses based on hazard mitigated: ___1,300,000___
** Furnishing/Equipment Losses: ___430,000_______
** Alternate facility costs: ___30,000___
** Contract/rental costs: ____
** Other associated costs (list):
____
______
__________
Total Cost for Future Damages & Associated Expenses: _1,760,000__ (NOTE:
This figure should be detailed above.)
Statement to support above costs/losses: Real Property and Alternate Facility loss based on 2017
wildfire in Collier county, 30th Avenue, Furnishing equipment loss based on real property
content and alternate facility contents.
Does not include wildfire suppression costs for out of area personnel, contract aviation resources,
etc.
DAMAGE & LOSS COSTS, divided by PROJECT COST = QUICK BCA RATIO
DAMAGE COSTS: (_1,760,000______)
_______divided by___________________ = BCA ______2,33_______
MITIGATION PROJECT $: (_755,569.32_______)
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Special Meeting
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
Emergency Operations Center
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
18 June 2019
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
vacant, Vice Chair -
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management E
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service X
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island E
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal X
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City -
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste E
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. -
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. X
Tricia Dorn/Bob Atkins Lee County Electric Coop E
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools -
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services E
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen E
Mark Grazewski Collier Mosquito Control District -
W. Martin/A. McLaughlin Greater Naples Fire Rescue District E
Sal D’Angelo North Collier Fire Rescue District X
vacant Immokalee Independent Fire District
Ashley Jones The Salvation Army E
Visitors: Thomas Gonzalez, Florida Forest Service, Felicia Kirby & Barry Williams, Collier Co.
Parks and Recreation
1. Approval of 19 April Regular Meeting minutes. (attached) - approved
2. Project(s) for Review - none
3. Membership
a. Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair, resigned to take a new job. (see attached)
b. New Vice Chair – William Lang, Collier Alert & Warning Coordinator
c. Jurisdictional minimum requirements discussed:
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i. Document how each jurisdiction participated in the planning process.
(NOTE: the best way is to show participation by the attendance roster in
the meeting minutes)
ii. New and removed jurisdictions must be identified in the plan
4. Irma HMGP Project – Increase costs for:
a. Naples Lift-Station project
b. Parks & Recreation Generator Projects
5. Irma Projects & Priorities (see attached)
a. Increased monies
b. Reprioritize based on the increased monies.
Next regular meeting: July 19, 0930hrs, at the S. Regional Library
ATTACHMENTS
11. April 19 Summary Minutes
12. Vice Chair Resignation
13. Naples Lift Station Projects -Budget (sent separately)
14. Parks & Recreation Project Increased Costs
15. Current Irma Project Status
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Attachment 1
Summary Minutes
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
Friday, April 19, 2019, 9:30 AM
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair Interested Citizen E
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management X
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service X
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island X
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal E
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City -
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste X
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield/Caroline
Cilek
Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. -
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. E
Tricia Dorn/Bob Adkins Lee County Electric Coop X
Jeff Johnson Retrofit SW Florida, Inc. -
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools E
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services X
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen X
Mark Grazewski Collier Mosquito Control District -
Sal D’Angelo North Collier Fire & Rescue District X
Vacant Greater Naples Fire Rescue District -
Vacant Immokalee Independent Fire District -
Ashley Jones The Salvation Army X
Also attending: Thomas Gonzalez & Sean Allen, Florida Forest Service
10. Approval of February 7, 2019 Meeting Minutes: (removed – go to: http://bit.ly/2Br1j3Z)
The working group unanimously approved the minutes
11. Membership: Ms. Ashley Jones, The Salvation Army, was unanimously voted in as a new
voting member.
12. Project Validation & Project(s) for review
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Project Validation – Collier Public Schools requested to have all their projects removed
from the project priority listing of the Local Mitigation Strategy. (This change is reflected
in attachment 2 of the attached 18 January meeting minutes highlighted in BLUE)
New Projects for Review
i. Collier County Facilities - Install generator in Property Appraiser’s Building – This
project was withdrawn from consideration.
ii. FFS - Fuel Reduction for Wildland-Urban Interface Fire – The working group
unanimously approved this project. It will be added to the Project Priority Letter
as project #5 for the Wildfire Mitigation Grant for funding.
13. New Business
Hurricane Michael HMGP grant opportunity: The Notification of Funds
Availability (NOFA) for Hurricane Michael should soon be announced. We can
apply for project funding; however, we’ll only be eligible for Tier 3 monies, i.e.,
monies not spent by the disaster-declared counties.
Projects for the Wildfire HMGP – Only five of Collier’s projects will go forward
for this grant funding opportunity. All applications need to be at the Florida
Division of Emergency Management in Tallahassee by the close of business on 25
February.
2020 LMS Update – The below items will be taken up at the 11 February meeting
i. Membership – The LMS working group wants the Chair to draft language
in Section 1 of the LMS to restrict voting-membership to County residents
and non-county residents who have business dealings within the County.
ii. Goals - The LMS goals will be discussed at the next regular meeting.
14. Next Meeting:
The next scheduled quarterly regular meeting, will be the third Friday of July 19th,
9:30am ,at the South Regional Library.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Annual Project Validation
2. Collier Wildfire Mitigation 2019 – Hazardous Fuel Reduction
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Attachment 1 to April 19th Meeting
2019 Annual Project Validation/Update
LOCAL MITIGATION ACTION ITEMS
PRIORITY LISTING
# SCORE Name/Location/JURISDICTION Description & Goal(s) Achieved Beneficiary3 Est.Cost Office
Respon 5
1 11808
Naples Regional Library
650 Central Ave
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
2 7843
Headquarters Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $200.0K Collier PSD
Library
3 7620
Vanderbilt Beach Library
788 Vanderbilt Bch Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 N. Naples $100.0K Collier PSD
Library
4 7108.11
Gulf Coast High School, 7878
Shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1.1 CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
5 6380.3 1240 Blue Hill Creek, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND Construct a residential safe room. Goal 1 Resident $30,000 City of
Marco Island
6 5833.3
Marco Island Library
210 s. Heathwood Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 Marco
Island $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
7 5800
South Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
8 5715
Estates Branch Library
1266 GG Blvd. W.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $150.0K Collier PSD
Library
9 5445.68
Radio Station, 110 South 2nd Street,
Immokalee
IMMOKALEE (PNP)
Generator, residential and wind retrofit facility.
Goal 1,2,3,4,5,6 Immokalee $88.0K
Coalition of
Immokalee.
Workers
10 5320
E. Naples Library
2385 Orange Blossom Dr.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace roof & Generator and installation. Goal 3 E. Naples $225.0K Collier PSD
Library
11 5216.07
Golden Gate Library
2432 Lucerne Rd.
COLLIER COUNTY
Generator and installation. Goal 3 GG Estates $175.0K Collier PSD
Library
12 5125.62
Sabal Palm ES,
4095 18th Ave. NE
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
13 4789.88
Naples Manor North Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Complete Nap. Manor North Canal improvements
by rechannelization of existing canal. Goal 1 E. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
14 3730.41
Corkscrew Elementary School,
1065 C.R. 858
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
15 3447.21
Mike Davis Elementary School,
3215 Magnolia Pond Drive
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
16 2660.0
Big Cypress Golf & Country Club
Estates-Stormwater
COLLIER COUNTY
Stormwater Improvements - system needs to be
reconstructed (upgraded. Goal 1 N. Naples $600.0K Collier GMD
Stormwater
17 2642.7
Flood Mitigation of Madison Av
Area in Immokalee.
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches/swales,
repair/upgrading of non-functioning driveway
culverts, addition of cross-drainage structures, &
construction of stormwater treatment facs. Goal 1
Immokalee $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
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18 2621.86
Museum @ Collier Govt Ctr
3339 Tamiami Trl E.
COLLIER COUNTY
Replace doors, add hurricane strapping, shutters and
generator. Goal 3 E. Naples $208.0K Collier PSD
Museums
19 1816.34
Naples City Hall Wind Protection
735 8th St. S. ,Naples34102
CITY OF NAPLES
Wind retrofit non-structural exterior glass window
and metal frame replacement with higher impact
glass to meet code…Goal 3, objs 3.1,3.2,3.3
Naples $776.0K City of
Naples
20 1677.37
Upper Gordon River north of GG
Pkwy to Pine Ridge Rd Dvmt
COLLIER COUNTY
Includes improvements to the existing conveyance
channel known as the Upper Gordon River. Goal 1 N. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
21 1616.25
Naples Depot Museum
1051 5th Ave S.
COLLIER COUNTY
Install hurricane tie-down at loading dock and
buy/install generator. Goal 3 Naples $215.0K Collier PSD
Museums
22 1478.61
Lely Elementary School,
8125 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1. CW $20.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
23 1444.62 Old Lely Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Backbone Stormwater Management
System Improvements. Goal 1 E. Naples $2.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
24 1413.75
West side of Goodlette Rd from GG
Pkwy north to Pine Ridge Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Improving the capacity for flow of an existing ditch
located on the west side of Goodlette Road. Goal 1 N. Naples $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
25 1286.65
GNFD Sta 21, 11121 E. Tamiami
Trail
Greater Naples Fire & Rescue
Purchase and install larger generator to increase
coverage of emergency activities. Goal 3 E. Naples $110.0K GNFR
26 1198.02 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase /install two one generator(s), one in Admin
Building and one at the hangar. Goal 1 CW $80K CMCD
27 1127.53 Naples Airport
Collier Mosquito Control District
Purchase two side by side surveillance all-wheel
drive vehicles. Goal 1 CW $50,334 CMCD
28 1112.0
Oakridge Middle School,
14975 Collier Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
29 1066.66
Community Services Bldg,
270 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 1 Naples $60.0K City of
Naples
30 956.87
Rock Rd./Cypress Canal Area
Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Elevating the roads, improvement of roadside
ditches, addition of cross-drainage culverts, &
Stormwater treatment outfalls. Goal 1
GG Estates $1.2M Collier GMD
Stormwater
31 889.03
Palmetto Ridge High School,
1655 Victory Lane
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect Special Needs Shelter Electrical Load to
Existing 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $400.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
32 859.94 Wind Retrofit residential properties
REBUILD NW FLORIDA Wind retrofit residential properties. Goal 1 CW $96.3M Rebuild NW
FL
33 877.5 Lake Trafford Slough
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Immokalee Slough Capacity
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $1.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
34 859.89 Griffin Road Area
COLLIER COUNTY
Griffin Road Area Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
E. Naples
Area $1.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
35 828.33
Utilities Admin Bldg.
380 Riverside Circle
CITY OF NAPLES
The Purchase and Installation of Impact rated
windows. Goal 3 Naples $150.0K City of
Naples
36 795.04
Roberts Ranch Museum
1215 Roberts Ave, Immok.
COLLIER COUNTY
On all facilities at the museum, retrofit w/hurricane
strapping, storm shutters, bury electrical utilities &
wind-proof. Goal 3, Obj 3.2.& 3.3
E. Collier
County $91,850 Collier PSD
Museums
37 777.65
Equipment Svs Facility & River
Park Cmty Ctr
301 11th Street North & 370
Riverside Cir, Naples
CITY OF NAPLES
Purchase and install a generator at each facility.
Goal 3. Naples $175.0K City of
Naples
38 745.7
City of Marco Island fuel inventory
for self-sustainability
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Acquire fuel truck for fuel transfer of diesel and gas
and obtain generators for lift stations. Goal 3
Marco
Island $175.0K City of
Marco Island
39 682.916
Naples Fire Sta 2,
977 26th Avenue North
CITY OF NAPLES
Apparatus Bay renovation and facility hardening.
Goal 1 Naples $450K Naples
40 630.46
Calusa Park Elementary School,
4600 Santa Barbara Blvd
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Connect generator to lift station. Goal 1 CW $35.0K
Collier
Public
Schools
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41 552.46 Naples Park Area Flood Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement to existing roadside swales,
driveways, & installation of stormwater outfall
treatment system. Goal 1
N. Naples
$14.0M
total, in 7
phases
Collier GMD
Stormwater
42 527.78
Auto Ranch Road Area Flood
Mitigation
COLLIER COUNTY
Improvement of roadside ditches, elevation of roads,
addition of cross-drainage culverts, and stormwater
treatment outfalls. Goal 1
E. Collier
County $500K Collier GMD
Stormwater
43 526.76 Pine Ridge Estates
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Management Improvements. Goal 1 E. Collier
County $5.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
44 520.37 Big Corkscrew Isl. Regional Park
COLLIER COUNTY Generators for facilities, wind- hardening Goal 3. CW $1,200.0K Collier PSD
P&R
45 501.43
Approx. 200’ south of the Goodlette
Rd/GG Pkwy intersection
COLLIER COUNTY
Construction of a new piped stormwater outfall
conveying flow south from the existing ditch along
the west side of Goodlette Rd., adjacent to the
Naples High School. Goal 1
Naples area $4.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
46 476.250 Desoto Blvd Area, GGE
COLLIER COUNTY Swale reconstruction. Goal 1
Golden
Gate
Estates
$2.6M Collier GMD
Stormwater
47 428.62 Lake Trafford Rd
COLLIER COUNTY
Lake Trafford Road Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1
Immokalee
Area $2.0M
Collier
GMD
Stormwater
48 423.9
Marco Island Public Works Office
415 Lily Ct, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
New pre-engineered metal building hardened
beyond codes and standards, build two feet above
BFS. Coal 3
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
49 412.75 Logan Blvd Area
COLLIER COUNTY Stormwater Improvements. Goal 1
W. Golden
Gate
Estates
$4.5M Collier GMD
Stormwater
50 412.75 Old Lely Utility Renewal
COLLIER COUNTY
Old Lely Utility Renewal Stormwater Management
Improvements. Goal 1.
E. Naples
Area $7.0M Collier GMD
Stormwater
51 392.9
Marco Island Academy
2255 San Marco Rd, MI
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Construct hurricane hardened High School Gym and
school building. Goal 3
Marco
Island $8,100.0K City of
Marco Island
52 360.08
Caxambas USCGA Building
909 Collier Ct., MI
COLLIER COUNTY
Add a new hardened building. Goal 3 Marco
Island $1,500.0K Collier PSD
P&R
53 350.82
Gulf Coast High School,
7878 shark Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
54 349.1
Golden Gate High School,
2925 Titan Way
COLLIER COUNTY SCHOOLS
Install 1.8MW Generator. Goals 1 & 3 CW $1.3M
Collier
Public
Schools
55 341.33
Emergency Services Ctr
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy
COLLIER COUNTY
Drill water well and install backup water system.
Goal 1 CW $150.0k
Collier
Facilities
Mgt
56 273.33
San Marco Rd from Collier Blvd. ,
easterly to Landmark St.
CITY OF MARCO ISLAND
Improve drainage into large collector piping
systems. Goal 1
Marco
Island $750.0K City of
Marco Island
57 229.225 Various Locations
COLLIER COUNTY
Public Safety Radio System redundant fiber optic
connectivity CW $200.0K Collier IT
58 n/a
Harden proposed Sports &
Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering.
COLLIER COUNTY
Harden field-house facility of the proposed/new
Sports & Entertainment Complex for PSN
sheltering. Goal 1
CW $7.5M Collier Fac.
Mgt
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Attachment 2 to April 19th Meeting
Project Title: Collier Wildfire Mitigation 2019 – Hazardous Fuel Reduction
Project Location: Collier County
TYPE PROJECT (“X” appropriate box, or explain) Acquisition Elevation Relocation Reconstruction Essential Facility Retrofit Non-Residential Retrofit New Construction Special Considerations or Impact Statement, if any: Create defensible space
corridors within the wildland urban interface throughout Collier county.
x
What Goal or Objective does this address (See Sec. 3.0, LMS)? Goal 1, Objs 1.1 & 1.2
What hazard(s) does this project or initiative correct/mitigate? Mitigate wildfire
Who (what community) benefits from this project or initiative? Collier county residents
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on NEW infrastructure or buildings? Y
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on EXISTING infrastructure or buildings? Y
Project or Initiative Description:
Hazardous fuel reduction in wildland urban interface to support wildfire response.
Applicant and Responsible Agency: Florida Forest Service and Collier County
Agency Contact Information
NAME E-Mail PHONE
Fred Boehm Fred.boehm@freshfromflroida.com 954-347-8071
Potential Funding Source(s)
(See Annex J, LMS)
HMGP (FEMA through FDEM – 75%
Florida Forest Service and Collier – 25%
Estimated
Cost $755,569.32
Suitability Score For LMS
WG only
1 Appropriateness of the
Measure
5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is consistent with Local
Mitigation goals and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed but isn’t tied to an identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
5
2 Community Acceptance 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the communities.
3
3 Environmental Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
4 Legislation 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and regulations.
5
5 Consistent with Existing Plans
and Priorities.
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and policies.
5
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Risk Score For LMS
WG only
1 Scope of Benefits 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and unincorporated area directly
or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits more than half, but not all the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated areas.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
3
2 Potential to save human lives 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
1- Low: No lifesaving potential.
5
3 Importance of Benefits 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
5
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much inconvenience (i.e. traffic jams, loss
of power, delays).
3
5 Economic Loss
(Effect of implementing the
project on local economy)
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (some disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses closed, jobs affected).
5
6 Number of People to directly
Benefit
5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000 3
Cost Score For LMS
WG only
1 Initial Cost 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to $1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
3
2 Maintenance /Operating Costs 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial cost.
1
3 Environmental Cost Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
3
4 Financing Availability 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching funds identified
5
5 Repetitive FLOOD damages
corrected (applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses).
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation possible, but not
documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
0- Not a NFIP insured structure
0
Benefit Cost Analysis – QUICK WORKSHEET
This worksheet to be filled out by the applicant, is designed only for the Local Mitigation
Strategy Working Group use only. This gives the group a flavor for the potential benefits that
the project may yield. Here’s your chance to quantitatively make the case for your project as
COST EFFECTIVE. This BCA is not the same one as the FEMA BCA. The FEMA BCA
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requires a lot more detail and supporting documentation, but this one will help you to further
develop the “official FEMA BCA” should your project go forward as a FEMA grant request.
(Please note the asterisked “*” items below for the appropriate help.)
ESTIMATED COST OF THE MITIGATION PROJECT: $755,569.32
How many people directly are affected by this project? 15,000
DESCRIBE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITHOUT THIS MITIGATION PROJECT:
Some possible costs are:
* Real Property Losses based on hazard mitigated: ___1,300,000___
** Furnishing/Equipment Losses: ___430,000_______
** Alternate facility costs: ___30,000___
** Contract/rental costs: ____
** Other associated costs (list):
____
______
__________
Total Cost for Future Damages & Associated Expenses: _1,760,000__ (NOTE:
This figure should be detailed above.)
Statement to support above costs/losses: Real Property and Alternate Facility loss based on 2017
wildfire in Collier county, 30th Avenue, Furnishing equipment loss based on real property
content and alternate facility contents.
Does not include wildfire suppression costs for out of area personnel, contract aviation resources,
etc.
DAMAGE & LOSS COSTS, divided by PROJECT COST = QUICK BCA RATIO
DAMAGE COSTS: (_1,760,000______)
_______divided by___________________ = BCA ______2,33_______
MITIGATION PROJECT $: (_755,569.32_______)
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Attachment 2
Vice Chair Resignation
On Jun 11, 2019, at 09:10, Samantha Quinn <squinn@sanibelfire.com> wrote:
Good morning Rick,
I am writing to tell you that I am resigning from my position as Vice Chair for the Collier County Local
Mitigation Strategies Working Group. I have recently accepted a position with Sanibel Fire and Rescue
District. Unfortunately, the demands of work mean I no longer have the time to devote to the group. I
hope you understand.
Serving on the Collier County LMS Working Group has been a great experience and I am happy to
have had the opportunity to work with so many wonderful people. I apologize for any inconvenience
that this may cause to you or the group.
Stay in touch!
Samantha Quinn
Sanibel Fire Rescue District
2351 Palm Ridge Road
Sanibel, Florida 33957
Business (239) 472‐5525
Fax (239) 472‐2422
Email SQuinn@sanibelfire.com
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Florida has very broad public records laws. Most written communications to or from local officials regarding
District business are public records and are available to the public and media upon request. Your e‐mail
communications may, therefore be subject to public disclosure. Under Florida Law, e‐mail addresses are
public records. If you do not want your e‐mail address released to a public records request, do not send
electronic mail to this entity.
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Attachment 3
Naples Lift-Station Projects
Revised Budget file sent separately, attached to the Agenda Email.
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Attachment 4
Parks & Recreation Project Increased Costs
Please take note why I added 30% on top of the estimated costs: **The engineer did not do generator
calculations or an electrical load analysis to determine the size of the generators needed or the
electrical equipment modifications needed, the order of magnitude cost opinion for budget
purposes for each park building are based on rough estimates.
Costs provided by Atkins is shown in yellow. The costs I reported in the grant application are shown in
red.
North Collier Regional Park
o Exhibit Hall Building
Generator 2 – 600 Amp approximately a 500KW generator
Engineer’s Estimate: $400,000
Reported cost (added 30%): $520,000
o Office Building
Generator 3 – 400 Amp approximately 300KW generator
Engineer’s Estimate: $300,000
Reported cost (added 30%): $390,000
o Recreation Building
Generator 1 – Generator for 1600 Amp Chillers = approximately 1500KW generator
Engineer’s Estimate: $1M
Reported cost (added 30%): $1,300,000
Difference between the two costs for NCRP: $510,000
Two generators needed at Immokalee Regional park
Immokalee Sports Complex
o Generator 1 – 500 Amp = 400 KW
Engineer’s Estimate: $350,000
Reported cost (added 30%): $450,000
o Generator 2 – 300 Amp = 200 KW
Engineer’s Estimate: $230,000
Reported cost (added 30%): $300,000
Difference between the two costs for Immokalee: $170,000
Respectfully,
Felicia Kirby
Associate Project Manager
Facilities Management Divison
3335 Tamiami Trl E Ste 101, Naples, FL 34112
Office: 239-252-5014 Cell: 239-269-0617
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Summary Minutes
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
S. Regional Library
8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
19 July 2019
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
William Lang, Vice Chair Collier C. Emergency Management E
Melinda Avni/Tom Gonzalez Florida Forest Service X
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island X
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal E
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City -
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste E
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. E
Tricia Dorn/Bob Atkins Lee County Electric Coop X
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools E
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services X
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen X
Mark Grazewski Collier Mosquito Control District X
W. Martin/A. McLaughlin Greater Naples Fire Rescue District -
Sal D’Angelo North Collier Fire Rescue District X
Rita Greenberg Immokalee Independent Fire District X
Ashley Jones The Salvation Army X
Visitors: Justin Martin, City of Marco Island, J. Bethecourt, S. Florida Water Mgmt. District,
Tom Gonzalez, Fla. Forest Svs., Marty Mielke, Southwest Regional Director for CFO Jimmy
Patronis.
6. The 18 June Special Meeting minutes were unanimously approved. (attachment 1)
7. Project(s) for Review – Marco Island/Collier Co. Watermain Interconnect project was
unanimously approved. (attachment 2)
8. Grant Opportunities
a. Hurricane Michael – The NOFA still isn’t out. Collier county would only be
eligible for Tier 3 monies.
b. Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program is now open for project submission.
(attachment 3)
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9. LMS Update – Please review and send the chair a letter stating the results of your review
for documentation purposes. Hopefully we will be contracting out our Consolidated
Hazard and Vulnerability Analyses.
10. This meeting ended at about 9:40am. The next regular meeting is October 18, 09:30am,
at the S. Regional Library
ATTACHMENTS
16. June 18 Summary Minutes
17. Project Worksheet
18. Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program
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Attachment 1
Special Meeting
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group
Emergency Operations Center
8075 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113
18 June 2019
Name Affiliation X=Present
E=Excused
Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Collier C. Emergency Management X
vacant, Vice Chair -
William Lang Collier C. Emergency Management E
Melinda Avni Florida Forest Service X
Kelli Defedericis City of Marco Island, Community Affairs X
Chris Byrne City of Marco Island E
Reg Buxton Citizens Corps/North Naples Journal X
Terry Smallwood/Dottie Joiner Everglades City -
Christa Carrera City of Naples (Floodplain Mgr) X
Alister Burnett, Nicole Jensen Collier C. Public Util. Dept., Solid & Haz.
Waste E
Chris Mason Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. (Floodplain
Coord.) X
Howard Critchfield Collier C. Growth Mgt. Dept. -
R.Wiley/ Jerry Kurtz/L.Gosselin Collier C. Stormwater Div. X
Ilonka Washburn Collier C. Parks & Recreation Div. X
Tricia Dorn/Bob Atkins Lee County Electric Coop E
Marc Rouleau/Marc MacDonald Collier C. Public Schools -
Lisa Oien Collier Co. Community and Human Services E
Jim von Rinteln Interested Citizen E
Mark Grazewski Collier Mosquito Control District -
W. Martin/A. McLaughlin Greater Naples Fire Rescue District E
Sal D’Angelo North Collier Fire Rescue District X
vacant Immokalee Independent Fire District
Ashley Jones The Salvation Army E
Visitors: Thomas Gonzalez, Florida Forest Service, Felicia Kirby & Barry Williams, Collier Co.
Parks and Recreation
1. Approval of 19 April Regular Meeting minutes. (attached) – approved
2. Project(s) for Review - none
3. Membership
a. Samantha Quinn, Vice Chair, resigned to take a new job. (see attached)
b. New Vice Chair – William Lang, Collier Alert & Warning Coordinator
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c. Jurisdictional minimum requirements discussed:
i. Document how each jurisdiction participated in the planning process.
(NOTE: the best way is to show participation by the attendance roster in
the meeting minutes)
ii. New and removed jurisdictions must be identified in the plan
4. Irma HMGP Project – Increase costs for:
a. Naples Lift-Station project
b. Parks & Recreation Generator Projects
5. Irma Projects & Priorities (see attached)
a. Increased monies
b. Reprioritize based on the increased monies.
Next regular meeting: July 19, 0930hrs, at the S. Regional Library
ATTACHMENTS
1. April 19 Summary Minutes – removed, see 18 June Minutes
2. Vice Chair Resignation– removed, see 18 June Minutes
3. Naples Lift Station Projects -Budget (sent separately) - – removed, see 18 June Minutes
4. Parks & Recreation Project Increased Costs - – removed, see 18 June Minutes
5. Current Irma Project Status - – removed, see 18 June Minutes
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Attachment 2
PART I
Project Title: City of Marco Island/Collier County Watermain Interconnect
Project Location: Mainsail Dr., Naples, FL 34114
TYPE PROJECT (“X” appropriate box, or explain) Acquisition Elevation Relocation Reconstruction Essential Facility Retrofit Non-Residential Retrofit New Construction Special Considerations or Impact Statement, if any:
This project will provide an emergency interconnect between the City and
County water systems for reliability in the aftermath of a disaster
whereby one entity can rely on the other entity’s water system in the event
of a loss of the ability to distribute water. The loss of water distribution
results in the inability to suppress fires and inability to provide the water
needs of the community.
X
What Goal or Objective does this address (See Sec. 3.0, LMS)? Goal 1: Obj 1.1 and Goal 6: Obj 6.5
What hazard(s) does this project or initiative correct/mitigate? Water Supply system redundancy
Who (what community) benefits from this project or initiative? City of Marco Island & Collier County
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on NEW infrastructure or buildings? Yes
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on EXISTING infrastructure or buildings? Yes
Project or Initiative Description: Construct a watermain interconnection between the City and County water
systems
Applicant and Responsible Agency: City of Marco Island/Collier County
Agency Contact Information
NAME E-Mail PHONE
Justin Martin, P.E. jmartin@cityofmarcoisland.com 239-961-8261
Potential Funding Source(s)
(See Annex J, LMS)
Estimated
Cost $200,000
Suitability Score For LMS
WG only
1 Appropriateness of the
Measure
5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is consistent with Local
Mitigation goals and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed but isn’t tied to an identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
5
2 Community Acceptance 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the communities.
5
3 Environmental Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
4 Legislation 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and regulations.
5
5 Consistent with Existing Plans
and Priorities.
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and policies.
5
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Risk Score For LMS
WG only
1 Scope of Benefits 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and unincorporated area directly
or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits more than half, but not all the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated areas.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
5
2 Potential to protect human lives 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
0- Low: No lifesaving potential.
5
3 Importance of Benefits 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
5
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much inconvenience (i.e. traffic jams, loss
of power, delays).
5
5 Economic Loss
(Effect of implementing the
project on local economy)
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (some disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses closed; jobs affected).
5
6 Number of People to directly
Benefit
5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000
5
Cost Score For LMS
WG only
1 Initial Cost 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to $1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
5
2 Maintenance /Operating Costs 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial cost.
5
3 Environmental Cost Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
5
4 Financing Availability 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching funds identified
5
5 Repetitive FLOOD damages
corrected (applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses).
5- High: Resolves repetitive loss
3- Medium: Repetitive loss mitigation possible, but not
documented.
1- Low: Little effect on repetitive loss.
0- Not a NFIP insured structure
0
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PART II
Benefit Cost Analysis – QUICK WORKSHEET
This worksheet to be filled out by the applicant, is designed only for the Local Mitigation
Strategy Working Group use only. This gives the group a flavor for the potential benefits that
the project may yield. Here’s your chance to quantitatively make the case for your project as
COST EFFECTIVE. This BCA is not the same one as the FEMA BCA. The FEMA BCA
requires a lot more detail and supporting documentation, but this one will help you to further
develop the “official FEMA BCA” should your project go forward as a FEMA grant request.
(Please note the asterisked “*” items below for the appropriate help.)
ESTIMATED COST OF THE MITIGATION PROJECT: $200,000
How many people directly are affected by this project? Approximately 25,000
DESCRIBE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITHOUT THIS MITIGATION PROJECT:
Some possible costs are:
* Real Property Losses based on hazard mitigated: > $10,000,000
** Furnishing/Equipment Losses: > $1,000,000
** Alternate facility costs: __________
** Contract/rental costs: __________
** Other associated costs (list):
__________
__________
__________
Total Cost for Future Damages & Associated Expenses: >$11,000,000 (NOTE:
This figure should be detailed above.)
Statement to support above costs/losses:
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This project will provide an emergency interconnect between the City and County water
systems for reliability in the aftermath of a disaster whereby one entity can rely on the
other entity’s water system in the event of a loss of the ability to distribute water. The loss
of water distribution results in the inability to suppress fires and inability to provide the
water needs of the community. Real property, furnishing, and equipment losses for a
community of more than 16,000 residents resulting from fires, loss of business, and lack of
sanitation can easily exceed $10,000,000.
DAMAGE & LOSS COSTS, divided by PROJECT COST = QUICK BCA RATIO
DAMAGE COSTS: ($11,000,000)
_______divided by___________________ = BCA _55__
MITIGATION PROJECT $: ($200,000)
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Attachment 3
Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program
(https://floridadisaster.org/dem/mitigation/hurricane-loss-mitigation-
program/)
The Florida’s Division of Emergency Management created the Hurricane Loss Mitigation
Program to act as a specialized, state-funded mitigation program aimed at minimizing
damages caused by hurricanes. The program began as an active response to the devastation
brought by Hurricane Andrew, specifically to the insurance Market in the State of Florida.
With an annual budget of $7 million, provided by the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Trust
Fund, the program is funding activities that promote property resiliency through retrofits
made to residential, commercial, and mobile home properties, the promotion of public
education and public information, and through hurricane research activities.
Up to $3.4 million is to be used on improving community resiliency through the Hurricane
Loss Mitigation Program Grant. Through partnering with local housing authorities and non-
profit organizations, the Division has been able to promote wind and flood mitigation and
provide hazard mitigation retrofitting to residential and commercial properties. Funded
activities include retrofits, inspections, and construction or modification of building
components designed to increase a structure’s ability to withstand hurricane-force winds
and flooding. The Retrofit Program utilizes the Florida Building Code as its standard for all
retrofitting. The $194,000 reimbursement grant may also be used for Local Mitigation
Strategy projects.
Grant funds awarded under the HLMP qualify as state financial assistance under the Florida
Single Audit Act. See Section 215.971, Florida Statutes. The Catalog of State Financial
Assistance number (CSFA#) for HLMP is 31.066. Because the Legislature provides the
Division with HLMP funds through the grants and aid appropriation category, eligible
proposers under this RFP include governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, and
qualified for-profit organizations; individual homeowners are ineligible to apply.
RFPs are advertised in the Florida Administrative Register and issued via
the www.myflorida.com web portal. Email HLMP@em.myflorida.com to request being
added to announcements in funding opportunities.
Contracts and grants can begin at any time during the fiscal year, but must all be terminated
by June 30 of the same fiscal year. The state fiscal year is July 1 through June 30.
Grant Management Tools
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Brianna Beynart
Project Manager
Brianna.Beynart@em.myflorida.com
850-815-4516
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ANNEX G
Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group
Participating Membership
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In December 2003 we “kicked off” the redevelopment of the Local Mitigation Strategy to the
Collier County Local Mitigation Strategy. The public was invited via E-mail, newspaper
advertisements, blast-fax announcements and the World Wide Web
(http://www.colliergov.net/Index.aspx?page=1544). We invited the media, business, medical
community, other governments and governmental agencies via the same means and direct
invitation. At the “kick off” meeting, the County Manager set the tone of the initiative with a
welcoming speech, the Florida Division of Emergency Management Mitigation specialist and the
Collier County Emergency Management director explained the spirit and intent of the program
and the need to do it right as well as maintain it. See Section 1 for membership information.
The listing below details those specifically invited and their choice of how they chose to
participate as well as the current membership. As changes to the membership occur this annex
is updated. On October 18, 2013, the LMS Working Group voted to change membership
terminology from “Voting” to “Participating” and eliminating “the “Non-Voting” status all together.
Each Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group meeting is announced via a press release,
through an email announcement and posted on the web. (See Annex G for sample documents)
ABBREVIATIONS:
Res = Interested resident
PNP = Private Non-Profit
CC = Unincorporated Collier County
EGC = City of Everglades
MI = City of Marco Island
Nap = City of Naples
CCPS = Collier County Public Schools
CDD = Community Development Dist.
Jurisdiction Name
Position/title
Agency
1. ParticipatiInvited CC Rick Zyvoloski, Chair Coordinator
Emergency Management Dept. P
CC William Lang, Vice Chair Warning Coordinator
Bureau of Emergency Svs – EM P
Res James von Rinteln Interested Resident P
Res Reg Buxton Citizen Corps/Naples City Council P
Res Jeff Johnson Interested Resident P
PNP Tricia Dorn Key Account Executive
Lee Co. Elec. Cooperative P
PNP Ashley Jones The Salvation Army P
CCPS Marc Rouleau/ Marc MacDonald Facilities Engineer
Collier County Public Schools P
State Melinda Avni/Thomas Gonzales Florida Forest Service P
CC Mark Grajewski Collier Mosquito Control District P
CC Christopher Mason Floodplain Coordinator
Growth Management Department P
CC Robert Wiley/Jerry Kurtz, L.Gosselin Principal Project Manager
Stormwater Mgmt. Section P
CC Nicole Jensen Solid & Haz. Waste Mgmt. Div.
P
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CC Ilonka Washburn Manager – Park Operations
Parks & Recreation Department P
Nap Christa Carrera Floodplain Manager
City of Naples P
MI Kelli Defedericis Floodplain Mgr.
City of Marco Isl., Cmty Affairs P
MI Chris Byrne Irma Incident Commander
City of Marco Island P
EGC Terry Smallwood/Dottie Smallwood Building Official
City of Everglades P
Fire Dist W. Martin/A. McLaughlin Greater Naples Fire Rescue Dist. P
Fire Dist Sal D’Angelo North Collier Fire & Rescue Dist. P
Fire Dist Rita Greenberg Immokalee Fire & Rescue Dist. P
CDD Invited Heritage Bay Community
Development Dist. X
Edu Invited Fla. Gulf Coast Univ. X
Edu Invited Hodges University X
Edu Invited Univ of Fla. (IFAS) X
Business Invited Naples Chamber of Commerce X
PNP Invited Conservancy of Naples X
Hosp Invited Naples Cmty Hospital X
State Invited Fla.Div. of Law Enforcement X
State Invited SW Fla. Regional Plng Council X
County Invited CC Planning Commission X
County Invited CC Clerk of Courts X
County Invited CC Library X
County Invited CC Mgr’s Office X
County Invited CC Solid Waste X
County Invited CC Purchasing X
County Invited CC Fleet X
County Invited CC Transportation X
County Invited CC Property Appraiser X
County Invited CC Risk Mgt. X
County Invited CC Human Resources X
County Invited CC Recycling X
County Invited CC Information Technology X
County Invited CC Cmty & Customer Rel. X
County Invited CC Univ. of FL Extension X
County Invited Community Redevelopment Agency X
Munic Invited Naples Airport X
EMS Invited CC Emerg Med. Svs. X
Fire Invited Marco Island FD X
Sem. Tribe Invited Seminole Tribe of Florida X
Lee Co Invited Emergency Management X
Hendry Co Invited Emergency Management X
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ANNEX H- 1
ANNEX H
Initiative Scoring Criteria
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ANNEX H- 2
A. Mitigation Initiatives: Criteria for Scoring and Prioritizing
The prioritization of mitigation initiative process begins with the sponsor(s) of each initiative
then goes to the Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group.
The first step consists of the sponsoring governments, agencies, and departments developing
their initiatives and then scoring each project using the matrix developed by the LMS
Working Groups.
The sponsor's prioritized initiatives are then presented to the LMS Working Group via the
Collier County Emergency Management Division who will put the initiative on the LMS
meeting agenda. The Working Group then reviews, discusses, revises and votes on each of
the initiatives, assigning each a score and a ranking using the scoring matrix. The LMS
Chair will brief the Collier County Citizen Corps about new mitigation projects and activities
LMS Working Group since the Citizen Corps last meeting.
In grouping the initiatives, in addition to using the scores derived from the matrix as a guide,
considerations such as useful life of the initiative, cost-effectiveness, funding capability, and
time required to implement and complete the project were factored.
B. Special Grant Funding Opportunities & other exigent circumstances: Should an eligible
entity have an opportunity to apply for a mitigation grant for a project not previously listed
on the Project Priority Listing (Annex E) and not be able to apply for the grant because the
next announced LMSWG meeting would preclude timely application, this procedure applies.
The applicant will complete a project score sheet, below, and submit it to the Emergency
Management Division. Emergency Management will transmit the score sheet to the LMS
Chair. The LMS Chair will electronically transmit the score sheet to the voting members of
the LMSWG along with an explanation of the exigent circumstances. The LMSWG voting
members have two business-days to vote on the project acceptability to the project priority
listing. At the conclusion of the two business-days a majority vote, with at least three votes
agreeing, determines the initiative’s status. A transcript of this exception will be entered in
the minutes at the next scheduled meeting.
C. Mitigation Initiatives Scoring Matrix
The following table represents the scoring matrix used for the submission of initiatives for
consideration for inclusion in the Collier County LMS. Submit the completed “Mitigation
Initiative Evaluation Score Sheet” to Emergency Management Div. in MS Word format.
(NOTE: See Section 4, para. 4.1.4 for situations which deal with initiatives that cannot be
scored.)
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Mitigation Initiatives Evaluation Score Sheet
Instructions: Applicant completes this score sheet for EACH Project. Information required in each of the
SSSHHHAAADDDEEEDDD AAARRREEEAAASSS. Submit this score sheet in MS Word format to the Emergency Management Office
electronically: Richard.Zyvoloski@Colliercountyfl.gov . Questions, call: 252-3603
If a submitter does not agree with the final determination, he or she shall have the right to meet
with the scoring committee to present compelling information to change the score.
PART I
Project Title:
Project Location:
TYPE PROJECT (“X” appropriate box, or explain) Acquisition Elevation Relocation Reconstruction Essential Facility Retrofit Non-Residential Retrofit New Construction Special Considerations or Impact Statement, if any:
What Goal or Objective does this address (See Sec. 3.0, LMS)?
What hazard(s) does this project or initiative correct/mitigate?
Who (what community) benefits from this project or initiative?
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on NEW infrastructure or buildings?
Does this project or initiative address mitigation on EXISTING infrastructure or buildings?
Project or Initiative Description:
Applicant and Responsible Agency:
Agency Contact Information
NAME E-Mail PHONE
Potential Funding Source(s)
(See Annex J, LMS)
Estimated
Cost
Suitability Score For LMS
WG only
1 Appropriateness of the
Measure
5- High: Reduces vulnerability and is consistent with Local
Mitigation goals and plans for future growth.
3- Medium: Needed but isn’t tied to an identified vulnerability.
1- Low: Inconsistent with LMS goal or plans.
2 Community Acceptance 5- High: Endorsed by most communities.
3- Medium: Endorsed by most; may create burdens.
1- Low: Not likely to be endorsed by the communities.
3 Environmental Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
4 Legislation 5- High: Consistent with the existing laws and regulations.
3- Medium: New legislation or policy change.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing laws and regulations.
5 Consistent with Existing Plans
and Priorities.
5- High: Consistent with existing plans.
3- Medium: Somewhat consistent.
1- Low: Conflicts with existing plans and policies.
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Risk Score For LMS
WG only
1 Scope of Benefits 5- High: Benefits all municipalities and unincorporated area directly
or indirectly
3- Medium: Benefits half or more, but not all the
municipalities and/or the unincorporated areas.
1-Low: Benefits less than half of the municipalities and/or the
unincorporated area.
2 Potential to protect human lives 5- High: More than 1,000 lives
3- Medium: Up to 1,000 lives
0- Low: No lifesaving potential.
3 Importance of Benefits 5- High: Need for essential services.
3- Medium: Need for other services.
1- Low: No significant implications.
4 Inconvenience of
Problem Correction
5- None: Causes no problems.
3- Moderate: Causes few problems.
1- Significant: Causes much inconvenience (i.e. traffic jams, loss
of power, delays).
5 Economic Loss
(Effect of implementing the
project on local economy)
5- Minimal: Economic loss has little effect during the project.
3- Moderate: Economic loss (minimal disruption).
1- Significant: Economic loss (businesses closed; jobs affected).
6 Number of People to directly
Benefit
5- High: More than 20,000
3- Medium: 4,000 –20,000
1- Lower: Fewer than 4,000
Cost Score For LMS
WG only
1 Initial Cost 5- Low: $0 to $250,000
3- Moderate: $251,000 to $1 million
1- High: More than $1 million
2 Maintenance /Operating Costs 5- Lower costs: Less than 5% per annum of the initial cost.
3- Moderate: 5%-10% per annum of the initial cost.
1- High: More than 10% per annum of the initial cost.
3 Environmental Cost Impact 5- Positive effect on the environment.
3- No effect
1- Adverse effect on the environment.
4 Financing Availability 5- Good: Readily available with grants and/or matching funds
3- Moderate: Limited matching funds available
1- Poor: No funding sources or matching funds identified
5 Repetitive FLOOD damages
corrected (applies ONLY to
NFIP-insured structure(s)
w/two paid flood losses).
5- High: Corrects repetitive loss/severe repetitive loss
3- Medium: Possible repetitive loss mitigation, but not
documented.
1- Low: Improves NFIP flood insured.
0- Not a NFIP insured structure.
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Benefit Cost Analysis – QUICK WORKSHEET
This worksheet to be filled out by the applicant, is designed only for the Local Mitigation Strategy Working
Group use only. This gives the group a flavor for the potential benefits that the project may yield. Here’s
your chance to quantitatively make the case for your project as COST EFFECTIVE. This BCA is not the
same one as the FEMA BCA. The FEMA BCA requires a lot more detail and supporting documentation,
but this one will help you to further develop the “official FEMA BCA” should your project go forward as a
FEMA grant request. (Please note the asterisked “*” items below for the appropriate help.)
ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: __________
How many people directly are affected by this project? ________
ESTIMATED POTENTIAL DAMAGE AND LOSS COSTS:
Some possible costs are:
* Real Property Losses based on hazard mitigated: __________
** Furnishing/Equipment Losses: __________
** Alternate facility costs: __________
** Contract/rental costs: __________
** Other associated costs (list):
__________
__________
__________
Total Cost for Future Damages & Associated Expenses: ___________ (NOTE:
This figure should be detailed above.)
Statement to support above costs/losses:
DAMAGE & LOSS COSTS, divided by PROJECT COST = QUICK BCA RATIO
DAMAGE COSTS: (________________)
_______divided by___________________ = BCA _____________
MITIGATION PROJECT $: (________________)
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ANNEX I
Collier County’s Floodplain Plans
Unincorporated Collier County has a Floodplain Management Plan. The City of Marco Island and the City
of Naples do not possess a Floodplain Management Plan, nor are they required to adopt one. The
Floodplain Management Plan is a part of the Collier County multi‐jurisdictional, multi‐hazard mitigation
plan which addresses the jurisdictional flooding hazards. They are written according to FEMA regulations
and Section 511 and 512 of the CRS Coordinator’s Manual.
All jurisdictions are active participants in the NFIP. To ensure continued compliance with the NFIP, each
participating community will:
1. Continue to enforce their adopted Floodplain Management Ordinance requirements, which include
regulating all new development and substantial improvements in Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA).
2. Continue to maintain all records pertaining to floodplain development, which shall be available for
public inspection
3. Continue to notify the public when there are proposed changes to the floodplain ordinance or Flood
Insurance Rate Maps.
4. Maintain the map and Letter of Map Change repositories.
5. Continue to promote Flood Insurance for all properties.
6. Continue their Community Rating System outreach programs.
SUMMARY OF JURISDICTIONAL CRS PROGRAMS
Collier County: Collier County’s NFIP participation commitments meet or exceed the following
minimum requirements as set for by the NFIP.
Issuance or denial of floodplain development/building permits
Inspection of all development to assure compliance with the local ordinance
Maintaining records of floodplain development
Assisting in the preparation and revision of floodplain maps
Aid residents in obtaining information on flood hazards, floodplain map data, flood insurance
and proper construction measures
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The County’s Building Plan Review & Inspection Division (BPRID) is the agency responsible for the review
and approval of all development order applications to the County. The application review process
includes analysis for compliance with the County’s Land Development Code, the County’s Code of Laws
and Ordinances (which includes the Floodplain Management Ordinance), the Florida Building Code, the
South Florida Water Management District permitting rules (when applicable), the County’s Growth
Management Plan, and other related regulations for development compliance. The development and
building permit approval processes consist of extensive reviews of the submitted applications to
determine compliance before a recommendation for approval is given. Once a development project
begins actual construction, there are periodic on‐site inspections performed by trained inspection staff
to ensure compliance before the construction can proceed toward completion. All documents
submitted to the County become part of the project’s public record file and are available for the public
to review upon request. Copies can be ordered if requested. Once a project is completed, the file is
closed and archived and is available for record retrieval. The BPRID is also active in the preparation and
revision of Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) and maintains the record of all map revisions and changes
received from FEMA. As a part of the services offered to the public, the BPRID provides FIRM
information, flood insurance program information, flooding hazards, and proper construction methods
within the special flood hazard area. The BPRID also oversees the County’s participation in the
Community Rating System (CRS) program. The County is currently designated as a CRS Class 5 rated
community for its efforts to promote activities that make the community more resistant to flood
damage.
Collier County is currently in the process of to producing a new Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map
(DFIRM) series through a CTP Partnership Agreement with the City of Naples, the South Florida Water
Management District, and FEMA. On January 9, 2019 the County adopted a new Floodplain
Management Ordinance that is compliant with the current State of Florida “Model” Flood Ordinance.
The County has an active Floodplain Management Planning Committee to oversee the development and
updating of the County’s Floodplain Management Plan. As part of the CRS program the County provides
flood hazard and flood insurance information to the public through a newsletter, mailings, and the
internet.
City of Naples: The City of Naples’s NFIP participation commitments meet or exceed the
following minimum requirements as set for by the NFIP.
Issuing or denying floodplain development/building permits
Inspecting all development to assure compliance with the local ordinance
Maintaining records of floodplain development
Assisting in the preparation and revision of floodplain maps
Helping residents obtain information on flood hazards, floodplain map data, flood
insurance and proper construction measures
The City of Naples Building Department is the agency responsible for the review and approval
of all development order applications to the City of Naples. The application review process
includes an analysis for compliance with the Land Development Code, the Code of Laws and
Ordinances (which includes the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance), the Florida Building
Code, the South Florida Water Management District permitting rules (when applicable), the
Growth Management Plan, and other related regulations for development approval compliance.
Both the development permit and building permit approval processes consist of extensive
reviews of the submitted applications to determine compliance before a recommendation for
approval is given. Once a development begins actual construction, there are a number of
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periodic on-site inspections performed by trained inspection staff to ensure compliance before
the construction can proceed toward completion. All documents submitted to the City become
part of the development’s public record file and are available to the public’s review upon request.
Copies can be ordered if requested. Once a development is completed, the file is closed and
archived, but still available for record retrieval. The Building Department is also active in the
preparation and revision of floodplain maps and maintains the record of all map revisions and
changes received from FEMA. As a part of the services offered to the public, the Floodplain
Coordinator provides FEMA floodplain mapping information, flood insurance program
information, flooding hazards, and proper construction methods within the special flood hazard
area. The Floodplain Coordinator also oversees the City’s participation in the Community
Rating System (CRS) program, and which currently holds a Class 6 rating for its efforts to
promote activities to make the community more resistant to flood damage.
The City of Naples is currently in the final efforts to produce a new Digital Flood Insurance Rate
Map (DFIRM) through a CTP Partnership Agreement with Collier County, the South Florida
Water Management District, and FEMA. As part of the CRS program the City provides flood
hazard and flood insurance information to the public through a newsletter, mailings, and the
internet.
City of Marco Island: The City of Marco Island’s NFIP participation commitments meet or
exceed the following minimum requirements as set for by the NFIP.
Issuing or denying floodplain development/building permits
Inspecting all development to assure compliance with the local ordinance
Maintaining records of floodplain development
Assisting in the preparation and revision of floodplain maps
Helping residents obtain information on flood hazards, floodplain map data, flood
insurance and proper construction measures
One of the Growth Management Department responsibilities is to promote sound and effective
Floodplain Management within the City of Marco Island. We continue to promote public
awareness of natural disasters and the benefits of participation in the National Flood Insurance
Program. Our intent is to reduce flood losses in accordance with the City’s Floodplain Ordinance
and participate in the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Community Rating System
(CRS) to lower insurance premiums for residents. Our staff works closely with residents,
contractors, businesses, local, state, and federal agencies to facilitate cooperation and the
exchange of information on floodplain management issues.
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Appendix 1
Collier County’s Floodplain Management Plan
Collier County’s Floodplain Management Plan can be found on the internet at the following address:
https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/home/showdocument?id=58898
The FEMA CRS Coordinator’s Manual can be found on the internet at the following address:
https://www.fema.gov/media‐library‐data/1493905477815‐
d794671adeed5beab6a6304d8ba0b207/633300_2017_CRS_Coordinators_Manual_508.pdf
Appendix 1 to Annex I