Agenda 03/24/2026 Item # 5A (Collier County Productivity Committee's Annual Report)3/24/2026
Item # 5.A
ID# 2026-712
Executive Summary
Recommendation to accept the presentation of the Collier County Productivity Committee's Annual Report to the Board.
OBJECTIVE: To provide an update to the Board with an update on the Committee's activity.
CONSIDERATIONS: This Annual Report is submitted pursuant to Ordinance No. 2021-02, which reestablished the
Collier County Productivity Committee and directs it to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of County departments
and divisions under the jurisdiction of the Board of County Commissioners, and to undertake assignments as directed by
the Board.
During the reporting period, the Committee conducted public meetings; received briefings from County departments, the
County Manager’s Office, and the Clerk of Courts; reviewed selected operational, governance, and service-delivery
topics; and developed findings and recommendations intended to improve accountability, service quality, and
stewardship of public resources. This report summarizes the Committee’s work, findings, outcomes, and priorities for
the coming year.
The Committee operates under Ordinance No. 2021-02, adopted January 12, 2021. The Ordinance authorizes the
Committee to:
1. Evaluate County departments and divisions for operational efficiency and effectiveness;
2. Rotate reviews so departments and divisions are periodically evaluated;
3. Undertake additional assignments at the direction of the Board;
4. Submit findings and recommendations through an annual report following review by the County Manager’s Office;
and
5. Conduct public meetings and maintain written records of its work.
Administrative support is provided by the County Manager’s Office, with technical assistance available from the Clerk
of Courts as appropriate.
The Committee is authorized for 11 members; three (3) vacancies currently exist. During the reporting period,
membership included Elida Olsen, Thomas Lykos, Peter Hulburt, Geoffrey Wozny, Gerald Godshaw, Melanie Miller,
James Calamari, and Bruce Hamels. At its April 2025 meeting, the Committee elected James Calamari Chair and Bruce
Hamel Vice-Chair. The County Clerk attended many of our meetings to provide her input, along with County
Commissioner Burt Saunders. Administrative and staff support is provided through the County Manager’s Office. Geoff
Willig, Senior Operations Analyst, serves as the Committee’s staff liaison, supporting meeting coordination,
documentation, and communication with County staff and the Board. The County Clerk and Commissioner Burt
Saunders participated in selected meetings.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no growth management impact associated with this action.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, raises no legal issues and
requires a majority vote for action. -JAK
RECOMMENDATION(S): To accept the presentation of the Collier County Productivity Committee's Annual Report
to the Board.
PREPARED BY: Geoff Willig, County Manager's Office, Management Analyst II
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Annual Report Collier County Productivity Committee Final
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3/24/2026
Item # 5.A
ID# 2026-712
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Collier County Productivity Committee
Annual Report to the Board of County Commissioners
Executive Summary
This Annual Report is submitted pursuant to Ordinance No. 2021-02, which reestablished the Collier
County Productivity Committee and directs it to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of County
departments and divisions under the jurisdiction of the Board of County Commissioners, and to
undertake assignments as directed by the Board.
During the reporting period, the Committee conducted public meetings; received briefings from County
departments, the County Manager’s Office, and the Clerk of Courts; reviewed selected operational,
governance, and service-delivery topics; and developed findings and recommendations intended to
improve accountability, service quality, and stewardship of public resources. This report summarizes the
Committee’s work, findings, outcomes, and priorities for the coming year.
Governing Authority and Scope
The Committee operates under Ordinance No. 2021-02, adopted January 12, 2021. The Ordinance
authorizes the Committee to:
1. Evaluate County departments and divisions for operational efficiency and effectiveness;
2. Rotate reviews so departments and divisions are periodically evaluated;
3. Undertake additional assignments at the direction of the Board;
4. Submit findings and recommendations through an annual report following review by the County
Manager’s Office; and
5. Conduct public meetings and maintain written records of its work.
Administrative support is provided by the County Manager’s Office, with technical assistance available
from the Clerk of Courts as appropriate.
The Committee is authorized for 11 members; three (3) vacancies currently exist. During the reporting
period, membership included Elida Olsen, Thomas Lykos, Peter Hulburt, Geoffrey Wozny, Gerald
Godshaw, Melanie Miller, James Calamari, and Bruce Hamels. At its April 2025 meeting, the Committee
elected James Calamari Chair and Bruce Hamel Vice-Chair. The County Clerk attended many of our
meetings to provide her input, along with County Commissioner Burt Saunders. Administrative and staff
support is provided through the County Manager’s Office. Geoff Willig, Senior Operations Analyst, serves
as the Committee’s staff liaison, supporting meeting coordination, documentation, and communication
with County staff and the Board. The County Clerk and Commissioner Burt Saunders participated in
selected meetings.
The Committee has considered the following topics throughout the last few years.
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The following list highlights the meetings held and topics of discussion:
• September 2023- CEI Insourcing/Outsourcing, HR recruiting constraints
• October 2023- Take -home vehicles discussion, CEI Insourcing/Outsourcing, Change Order review
• November 2023- Friends of the Parks discussion, Parks Janitorial update, Transportation Change
Orders
• December 2023- Paradise Coast Sports Complex Lessons learned
• January 2024- Para dise Coast Sports Complex Management update, Change Order update, and
2024 Topics discussion
• March 2024- Growth Management inspections, plan review, fees, and streamlining
• April 2024- Procurement Process
• May 2024- Parks & recreation presentation
• July 2024- Fire Station 74 update and procurement threshold
• August 2024- Discuss CAT transportation problems
• October 2024- Red light Cameras/Blue light installation
• January 2025- Code enforcement- To reschedule for further discussion
• April 2025- Fire Hydrants in the Golden Gates Estates Rural, Elected Chair and Vice-Chair
• May 2025- Discussed Impact Fee study
• July 2025-CCPS Impact Fees- discussed being too high
• August 2025- Impact Fee study
• September 2025- Tourism Division restructuring study (approved new method)
• October 2025- CCPS budget and Impact Fees
• November 2025- Impact Fee study
• December 2025- Finalize Impact Fee Recommendation and discuss Annual Report
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A Committee Outcome is included with each topic below to summarize the Committee’s
recommendations, suggested improvements, or status regarding each issue.
1. Traffic Enforcement Technology: Deterrence and Benchmarking - Red Light and Blue Light
Cameras for traffic enforcement
a. Reviewed Red Light camera history and alternatives (including “Blue Light” enforcement
technology)
b. Supported the County’s direction to install Blue Lights at intersections
c. Recommended expanding the number of intersections for Blue Light installation
Committee Outcome: The Committee supported the County's direction and encouraged a
broader implementation of the solution.
2. Insourcing vs. Outsourcing: Roadway Engineering CEI
a. Expanded previous examination of in-house vs. contracted services related to Roadway
Engineering CEI services
b. The frequency of needed services and specialized expertise did not justify providing CEI
services fully in-house, but there was recognized value in providing some of the services
internally through additional staff
Committee Outcome: The committee recommended internal CEI services and expanded
positions to accomplish the internal service.
3. Major Capital Project Delivery: Paradise Coast Sports Complex (PCSC) “Lessons Learned”
a. Continued focus on PCSC as a case study for project delivery, communication, risk
response, change orders, and project phasing.
b. Discussion of delivery/management approach and future phase planning at PCSC and
other Major Capital Projects
Committee Outcome: The Committee encouraged learning from the past “phasing” of the
Sports Complex project to inform future projects. The Committee recommended that the
County have a better understanding of what is being built and stick with the design, avoiding
scope creep.
4. Procurement Process and Thresholds
a. Review of procurement mechanics and how the process affects timeliness, oversight, and
accountability
b. Specific focus on procurement thresholds and encouragement to understand practices in
comparable jurisdictions
Committee Outcome: Committee concurred with staff’s plans to revisit and adjust
procurement thresholds to align with inflation/cost increases and modern best industry
practices.
5. Tourism Transition Consultant Study Results and Implementation Plan
a. Considered the case studies and rationale to update the current Tourism Division Structure
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b. Flexibility to adjust to address changing market needs and the ability to compete when
hiring qualified personnel were strong factors supporting structural change
Committee Outcome: The committee accepted the report and supports the concept but has
questions about the structure of the new entity and its board, since the consultants did not yet
know the model or structure that the entity would use.
6. Parks & Recreation Operational Efficiency: Maintenance Coordination and 311 & Friends of
the Park concept
a. Completed the discussion of coordination between Pa rks and Facilities divisions
concerning coordination, maintenance agreements, and tracking service responsiveness.
b. Worked with the Parks division to better utilize the County’s 311 service (associated
signage/QR code concepts) as a tool to improve public reporting and follow-through on
service requests.
c. Encouraged the use of data to target process fixes and improve field to office workflow.
Committee Outcome: Generally satisfied with the actions taken prompted by Ms. Olsen’s
photographic report (initially unsatisfactory conditions January 2022 and May 2022 vs.
improvement rephotographed January 2026) addressing concerns related to repairs, required
cleaning and maintenance. However, some questions remain regarding utilization of Friends of
the Park Fundraising concept proposed in a comprehensive multi-layered Marketing plan
(roadmap) by Ms. Olsen.
7. Collier Area Transit (CAT): Service Planning and Para-Transit Performance
a. Reviewed service delivery constraints and discussed the customer experience for CAT and
Para -Transit ridership.
b. Specific attention and discussion of Para -Transit scheduling, complaints, and limitations.
c. Inquired about benchmarking with other jurisdictions.
Committee Outcome: Pending follow-up with the committee in 2026.
8. Code Enforcement: Process Efficiency, Lien Pathway, and Compliance Tools
a. Discussed the current processes for enforcement and compliance with County codes
b. Inquired about lien practices and strategies to resolve liens earlier
c. Discussed possible fee increases and responsiveness to inspection requests
d. Considered the broader operational focus of the Code Enforcement division, including
reorganization, workload approach, and targeted compliance issues such as parking/boat
ramp enforcement and system/process improvements.
Committee Outcome: Pending update to the Committee in 2026.
9. Impact Fee Studies (2025): Methodology, Affordability Impacts, and Transparency
a. Held extensive discussion of the Impact Fee Studies with attention to methodology,
housing affordability effects, and clear accounting of collected fees and fee utilization.
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Committee Outcome: Following a committee motion 4-0, developed a formal
recommendation for the Board’s consideration, which was included with the Impact Fee
agenda item on the January 13, 2026, Board of County Commissioners meeting, as follows:
1. To accept the consultant’s impact fee methodology as appropriate and...
2. To forward a report to the Board outlining the Committee’s discussion and concerns
regarding:
(i)The level of the School Board’s impact fee, the Committee questioned some of the
data that went into the School Impact Fees
(ii)The total fees create a burden on new homes and housing affordability.
(iii) Suggest an investigation into the feasibility of the creation of a new tier/category for
2000 sq ft or lower single-family homes.
(iv) Library impact fees should be eliminated when the debt service of existing facilities
has been paid off, until the County is required to collect impact fees for new approved
capital projects.
(v)There is a need for a clear accounting of impact fee uses and interests.
The Committee is currently composed primarily of full-time members; it expects to have a productive
2026, following up on topics yet to be resolved, receiving updates and monitoring some issues as
required, and developing additional recommendations for the Board to consider per Board directions.
Respectfully submitted,
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James Calamari Chairman
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