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BCC Minutes 09/29/2008 W (Horizon Study) September 29,2008 MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COLLIER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND THE EAST OF 951 INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES HORIZON STUDY PUBLIC PARTICIPATION MASTER PLAN COMMITTEE JOINT WORKSHOP Naples, Florida, September 29,2008 LET IT BE REMEMBERED that the Board of Collier County Commissioners and the East Of 951 Infrastructure And Services Horizon Study Public Participation Master Plan Committee in and for the County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 9:00 AM in WORKSHOP SESSION in the BCC Chambers, 3rd Floor, Building "F," of the Government Complex, Naples, Florida with the following members present: CHAIRMAN: Tom Henning Donna Fiala Jim Coletta Frank Halas (Absent) Fred Coyle ALSO PRESENT: Jim Mudd, County Manager Leo Ochs, Assistant County Manager Sue Filson, Executive Manager, BCC Office Marcy Krumbine, Director, Housing and Human Services Michael Bosi, Community Planning & Redevelopment Manager 1 September 29,2008 1. Chairman Tom Henning called the Workshop to order at 9:02 AM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. County Manager Mudd announced a change to the Agenda. He referenced a memo sent to the Commissioners on September 24, 2008, concerning the State Housing Initiative Partnership Program ("SHIP"). He asked Marcy Krurnbine, Director of Housing and Human Services, to update the Commissioners regarding the status of the SHIP Program and changes to SHIP allocations. Marcy Krumbine stated the SHIP Program was instituted by Legislation in 1992 and funded through the State's Housing Trust Fund from the collection of a portion of the documentary stamps paid by home buyers. She stated Strategies for each County are approved through the Local Housing Assistance Plan ("LHAP") every three years by the County's Board of Commissioners. A major component of the Strategies offers down payment and closing cost assistance for home buyers. . From 1996 to 2002, the amount of assistance approved was $2,500. . In 2003, the amount of assistance was increased to $5,000. . In 2005, it was increased to $10,000 due to the escalating costs of homes in the area. Because Collier County received a "finding" that it was not spending the money quickly enough, the Strategy was changed to allow down payment and closing cost assistance to equal up to 15% ofthe purchase price of the home for approved buyers. Purchase prices have declined since 2005-2006, and she suggested reducing the assistance percentage from 15% to 4%. She also suggested changing the focus ofthe program to require all prospective home buyers to be pre-qualified by the SHIP Staff to verify income and credit in order to determine the maximum allowable purchase price. She stressed the importance of educating and counseling buyers at the inception of the home buying process. The goal is to not only help people own homes but to help them stay in the homes they purchase. She stated approximately 53 files are currently awaiting closure as part of the program. County Manager Mudd stated the 4% funding would be utilized completely for closing costs after a maximum allowable purchase price had been determined for each home buyer. The Commissioners asked questions concerning the amount of down payment a buyer would be required to contribute and the options offered by Habitat for Humanity, i.e., "sweat equity" coupled with a low down payment ($500). Commissioner Coyle suggested the County match only the funds a buyer contributed to down payment and closing costs with a total cap of 4%. County Manager Mudd stated the program could be tailored to allow for an exact match by the County to the funds contributed by a home buyer. Marcy Krumbine stated the banks were no longer offering any "no Doc/no down payment" mortgages. All buyers are required to buy in at some level. 2 September 29,2008 Commissioner Coletta asked questions concerning the foreclosure program and suggested obtaining information from other participating agencies to determine what options were offered. He suggested bringing this item back at a later date. Marcy Krumbine stated she could corne back later in October or November to present an update on the status ofthe programs.. Commissioner Coletta asked if any members of the public wished to speak. Commissioner Coyle stated it was inappropriate to turn the Workshop into a public hearing without having first advertised the subject. He supported Ms. Krumbine's suggestion to return with additional information at a later meeting with appropriate public notification. 2. Introduction and Overview - Mike Bosi, Community Planning Manager, Comprehensive Planning Mr. Bosi stated the Workshop was a "milestone" event because it was not actually a conclusion of the Study. It was anticipated that the process of acquiring and exchanging information would continue. He gave a brief history of the Committee and its mandate from the Board. . On June 29, 2004, the Board questioned whether or not the County would be able to meet the revenue demands to provide infrastructure and services at build-out for the East of 951 Study Area. . The process initiated by the County Manager to address that question was to organize the Horizon Study Master Committee. . On May 26, 2006, an update was provided to the BCC. . Gaps within funding were identified. . The Board directed Staff to identify public concerns, through public participation meetings held by the Master Committee. . The Collier Interactive Growth Model ("CIGM") was developed as a tool to be utilized by the various County departments and outside agencies contributing information concerning infrastructure and services for the Study Area. He pointed out the Committee's message: "To be able to provide for the sustainable Community the Study is designed to achieve, the communication between all levels of Government, citizens, homeowners' associations, the business community, the agricultural Community and individual property owners must continue. The conversations between these groups must be aided by technical tools, such as the Growth Model, to better identify the needs of the future. The conversations can translate to solutions that all parties can support because they feel that have contributed to the process. " He concluded by thanking the members of the Horizon Study Master Committee for the time they devoted during the past two years for attending the public participation meetings and their input. 3. Presentation from Horizon Study Master Committee - Bill McDaniel, Chairman Mr. McDaniel presented a PowerPoint presentation to the Board members. . The Master Committee began the "process to plan." 3 September 29,2008 . The Board was afforded an opportunity to lay the necessary groundwork for fundamental support ofthe growth and development that is going to corne to the community. . Through the information vetted in the public process, the intention of Master Committee's report is to assist the BCC in recognizing the importance oflaying the groundwork. . Three levels of service were identified for roads, water, waste-water, parks, EMS, law enforcement, schools, Fire, and libraries. . The Preliminary Report was based on Comprehensive Planning's 2005 Build-Out Population Study . For purposes ofthe Study, the build-out date targeted was 2050 . The Study Area encompasses approximately 1.2 Million acres of land. . At maturity, approximately one million people will reside in the Study Area with 60 to 70% residing in the area east of 951. He stated the duty of the Master Committee was to promote the necessary infrastructure to support the anticipated growth and development. The Master Committee members in attendance were introduced. The Horizon Study Master Committee was charged to poll the public in the Study Area to ascertain their opinions regarding growth and also their choices of services necessary for to maintain the health, safety and welfare of the residents. Mr. McDaniel detailed the position points of the report which reflected the information acquired as a result of the public participation meetings. He stated the importance of the Interactive Growth Model as a tool to project growth, and to assist in the development of a plan to implement and manage it. Recommendations of the Master Committee: (1) Establish an Oversight Committee of three to five members to ensure the identified issues are acted upon. The Oversight Committee would carry forward the issues and concerns identified by the Horizon Study Master Committee. The Oversight Committee could also monitor the integration of the Interactive Growth Model and its maintenance; and (2) Appoint a Site-Specific Committee to explore specific locations for land use changes (for industrial/commercial centers) and infrastructure improvements through additional public participation meetings. He concluded by stating the Horizon Study Master Committee began the process for the BCC, and the two recommended Committees would continue the process forward as "Phase II." The Commissioners asked questions concerning the issue of lighting within Golden Gate Estates and public preference, as well as work-force and low income housing, and water management. There was further discussion concerning the position points presented. Questions were asked concerning EMS, the response times desired by the public, and the improvements that could be made. 4 September 29,2008 A question was asked concerning regional parks versus neighborhood parks and when the regional parks would corne online. County Manager Mudd stated the November 3rd AUIR will provide specific answers. There was further discussion concerning the Immokalee Airport and its importance as a hub for the area. Commissioner Coletta asked how often the proposed Oversight Committee should meet in order to be effective in managing the Collier Interactive Growth Model (CIGM). Mr. McDaniel suggested meeting on a quarterly basis and with written reports for the BCC. He also suggested that a list of tasks for the Oversight Committee could be compiled to outline a collaborative effort to implement the CIGM for use by Staff and the BCC. He stated the CIGM is a planning tool that assembles where growth will occur. . Commissioner Fiala asked questions concerning the availability of water for future growth and the needs of farms versus developments for water. Mr. McDaniel stated the CIGM would take into consideration the value and viability of preservation of agricultural lands in relationship to residential developments. He stated protective measures were in place concerning potable water, and noted the necessity for desalination packages to accommodate the needs for future residential developments. Commissioner Henning asked additional questions concerning the CIGM. He suggested the tool should be monitored by Comprehensive Planning. BREAK: 10:37 AM RECONVENED: 10:52 AM 4. Commentary on Horizon Study Public Opinion/Data Collection - Chuck Mohlke, Fraser & Mohlke Associates, Inc. Mr. Mohlke outlined the survey and its results: . 2,150 registered voters were surveyed . 598 responses were received - 28% - with an additional 44 received after the deadline . 47% resided in their present homes for 8 years or less; 37% attended Collier County public schools, and 33% were retired . 23% (128 responses) of the total sample were from the area along Route 41 east of 951 in zip code area 34114 and from the more rural areas reaching to Everglades City . Zip code areas were used for clarity; 34120 and 34117 represented the two major areas . The top 5 responses were concerning transportation-related issues . "Endorsements:" maintaining traffic signals at major intersections and for turn lanes at major road intersections . Re: EMS providers, the public preferred co-locating stations with law enforcement and fire . There was a strong interest in locating street lighting and sidewalks near schools 5 September 29,2008 Mr. Mohlke stated the survey was a "work in progress" with a vast array of data available for review. 5. Presentation of Bridge Study - Nick Casalanguida, Director, Transportation Planning Department Mr. Casalanguida outlined the major points ofthe Bridge Study: . Was a result of the public participation meetings . Purpose - to identify locations for new bridges so grant opportunities can be pursued . Study results will be incorporated into the MPO update . A public meeting was held on July 2,2008; approximately 150 individuals attended . 1500 postcards were mailed to property owners living on every dead-end street in the Study Area two weeks prior to the public meeting . Evaluation process was broken down into four categories: (a) Emergency response (Fire, EMS, Sheriff and Forestry); (b) Mobility and evacuation (Transportation Services); (c) Service Efficiency (School District, Parks, Public Utilities & Big Cypress Basin); and (d) Public Sentiment . Key issues for the public included emergency response times, better access and mobility, better access to schools, parks and public utilities . There is one approved bridge location, pursuant the to Growth Management Plan, which is part of the White Boulevard Bridge Replacement Project with construction expected in 2010 . Public concerns: increased traffic on dead-end streets; effect on property values, and site-specific concerns . As a result ofthe public meeting and request by the EMS, a new bridge location was recommended and seven possible locations for additional bridges were identified including an emergency access bridge (Location 12) that would be restricted to emergency vehicles only as requested by the Fire District When questioned about the availability of grant money, Mr. Casalanguida stated there is funding available from the Federal government for applications providing unique approaches to bridge construction. For example, developing a pattern design has been developed that could be used repeatedly. The Bridges were ranked as follows: . The first two recommended locations were at 8th Avenue and 16th Avenue (#2 and #3) to connect Randall Blvd. to Golden Gate Blvd. and, in the future, to connect to the Vanderbilt Beach Extension . The next locations (4, 5, 6 & 7) would connect the Wilson Extension north on 5 to the roads west of Irnrnokalee Road; 6 and are the existing east-west roads that would connect from Wilson to DeSoto and the two schools that are east of Everglades . Locations 8, 9, 10 & 11 would be "opportunity" bridges to be constructed when needed . Location 12 was specifically requested by the Fire District - the bridge would not Allow access by the public . Some of the bridges would include sidewalks for public access 6 September 29,2008 Concern was expressed concerning children walking to schools on roadways without sidewalks. Mr. Casalanguida stated he would provide the BCC with a quantitative analysis ofthe cost to install sidewalks before a proposed bridge was built. 6. Presentation of the Collier Interactive Growth Model ("CIGM") - Dr. Paul V an Buskirk, V an Buskirk, Ryffel and Associates, Inc. Dr. Van Buskirk presented a PowerPoint Program. · The Study Area has a geographic area that is slightly larger than the State of Delaware · Other studies of the area were done in the past · All of the other studies and Master Plans were analyzed and some were incorporated in the Growth Model · The Growth Model contains over one millions bits of data and information · Population data and distribution were provided in 5-year increments from the present to build-out · The Growth Model also points out when and where any deficiencies are likely to occur RECESS: 12:00 Noon RECONVENE: 1:03 PM (Commissioner Coyle was absent) 6. Collier Interactive Growth Model ("CIGM") Presentation Dr. V an Buskirk continued the PowerPoint Presentation: The Interactive Growth Model cannot forecast "booms" and "busts." The various Sub-Models are contained within the Growth Model: · Demographic (household size, generation of children for enrollment in the school system, vacancy rates, etc.) · Economic (retail/commercial space) · Socio-Political (zoning policies, future land use plans) · Spatial Relationship (location of neighborhood shopping center - "smart growth" to reduce trip lengths on road systems) · Land Resources (ensure there is enough land to support schools, EMS, parks) Dr. Van Buskirk stated the Interactive Growth Model should be updated annually to manage growth, identify development and demographic trends, and determine and monitor the impacts of growth and the needs of future population. CIGM can be utilized to identify problems and solutions for the Growth Management Plan update. Dr. Van Buskirk the baseline inventory in the CIGM should be reviewed by the BCC and Staff on a yearly basis to review development that is occurring in real-time. He also 7 September 29,2008 suggested reviewing the build-out model to determine what changes would need to be made to the Master Plan in order to accommodate the needs of the residents. There were questions from the Commissioners concerning the land "shortfalls" mentioned with respect to Irnrnokalee and the Estates. Dr. Van Buskirk stated the Irnrnokalee Master Plan is in the process of development and should address the issue of sufficient sights for schools, parks, libraries. Golden Gate Estates was difficult because there are few large open parcels of land in the area. He suggested locating facilities around the periphery and disturbing the Estates as little as possible. County Manager Mudd stated the Golden Gate Master Plan may need to be reviewed to address deficiencies. He also stated the value of the CIGM was to help layout a plan for development of the Study Area that was flexible enough to meet the changing needs of the communities as they developed. He stated appointing the recommended Committees would allow for citizen monitoring of the development process while reporting their findings to the BCC. A suggestion was made to take the presentation "on the road" to District 5 to illicit support for the recommendations made. Chairman Henning verified the presentation should be made to the Planning Commission for its recommendations. He stated there was no reason to establish an Oversight Committee since Staff could update the CIGM and input the information into the AUIR. He stated his concern that the information would be in the hands of the Oversight Committee and not the general public. Mr. McDaniel clarified the recommendation ofthe Horizon Study Master Committee was to appoint an Oversight Committee to work with Staff and report back to the BCC regarding the implementation, updating and maintenance ofthe CIGM. He stated the Committee would continue the public vetting process that the Horizon Study had begun. Commissioner Henning stated since the CIGM was a growth management tool for planning, it should be monitored by the Planning Commission and the Comprehensive Planning Department since Staff has the ability to carry it forward. He stated his position was the Oversight Committee could become problematic due to the influence of special interests and he was opposed to its appointment. Commissioner Fiala stated Staff would maintain control ofthe CIGM but community feedback and support would be important to Staff during the process. Commissioner Coletta stated he would like to keep the option open regarding appointing an Oversight Committee. County Manager Mudd stated the presentation will be made to the Planning Commission and the Planning Commission's comments concerning the CIGM would be presented back to the BCC at a later date. Staffwill ask for direction at that time. 8 - J0J39ARO~~ . September 29, 2008 V"" I- ~ .- i ,.",., E D "..'.......8 lUU 7. Public Comment - NONE ':()ctrci (:Ol'i:nil:';s.ioners There being no further business for the good of the County, the Workshop concluded by order of the Chair at 2:26 PM. ***** ATTEST: DWl(iHT ~~B~OCK, CLERK ~~:~=-lk-~ .-. Attest as :"jo Cha ,,, , Signature ontit " , .'1. ~ L ,- ~. /oj2'8/2a:J?! I I These Minutes were approved by the Board on as presented ~. , or as amended 9