Marco Island public meetings in 2021
122 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Waterways Advisory Committee
The committee will review minutes from September and November 2021 meetings. Agenda items include a presentation by Clean Marco Waters, LLC and staff updates on water quality monitoring and RFPs. Members will also discuss recommendations for City Council and the 2022 meeting schedule.
- Presentation by Clean Marco Waters, LLC
- Staff communications regarding water quality monitoring and RFPs
- Update on public education and social media
- Discussion of recommendations to City Council
The Marco Island Waterways Advisory Committee approved its agenda and minutes, and added a second January meeting (Jan. 13, 2022) to finalize recommendations for the City Council and review proposed nutrient targets. The committee heard a presentation from Clean Marco Waters LLC on five water quality improvement recommendations, and deferred its own recommendations until all members were present. No final decisions were made on substantive policy items.
- Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
- Approved Sept. 16, 2021 minutes as written (6-0)
- Approved Nov. 18, 2021 minutes as amended (6-0)
- Added Jan. 13, 2022 special meeting to finalize Council recommendations and nutrient targets
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will discuss a final resolution request for a district referendum and related procedures. The agenda also includes discussions on beach erosion at the 6000 Building and sand at the flap gate. Staff updates cover permitting for near shore borrow area expansion and Tigertail Lagoon.
- Final District Referendum Request Resolution with ILA Exhibit
- Referendum Procedure
- Erosion of Beach 6000 Building
- Sand at Flap Gate
- Near Shore Borrow Area Expansion Permitting updates
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board voted to continue the final district referendum request to its January 2022 meeting, aiming to place a measure on the August 2022 primary ballot to continue a 2.6-mil tax levy through 2032. The board also approved the agenda and minutes, and received updates on coastal permits and erosion monitoring. No final decisions were made on the referendum or permits.
- Approved agenda as amended (3-0)
- Approved November 10, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Continued final district referendum request to January 2022 meeting (3-0)
- Directed staff to prepare referendum timeline for August 2022 primary election
- Revised 2022 meeting schedule: January 12, 2022, and first Thursday monthly thereafter, no July/August/September meetings
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The committee will review edits to the Sea Turtle Ordinance and discuss its final version. Members will also consider approving the 2022 BchCRAC meeting schedule and minutes from the November 24, 2021, meeting.
- Review of Sea Turtle Ordinance edits and final version
- Approval of the 2022 BchCRAC Meeting Schedule
- Approval of November 24, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider a large contract for the Durnford Way parking and stormwater project. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding police pensions and synthetic turf standards. Additionally, the council will review a subdivision request for San Marco Health.
- Contract with Coastal Concrete Products, LLC for Durnford Way parking and stormwater ($978,657.30)
- Change order for San Marco Road and Heathwood Drive intersection reconstruction ($115,127.84)
- Ordinance to subdivide one lot into three tracts at 40 South Heathwood Drive
- Ordinance regarding synthetic turf material and installation standards
- Utility vacation easement request for 1066 Goldenrod Avenue and 1049 Admiralty Court
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will review an appeal of a Planning Board decision regarding a boat dock extension request. The application seeks to extend a dock to forty-two feet at the property located at 986 Sundrop Court.
- Appeal of Planning Board Decision (APBG-21-000256) for a boat dock extension
- Request to extend a dock to forty-two feet at 986 Sundrop Court
The City Council heard the appeal of a Planning Board decision regarding a boat dock extension at 986 Sundrop Court. After testimony from 14 witnesses and public comment, the Council approved the extension with amendments reducing the dock length to 40 feet and the boat height to 35 feet. The motion carried unanimously by a 7-0 vote.
- Approved the boat dock extension at 986 Sundrop Court, amended to 40 feet in length and a boat height reduction to 35 feet, by a 7-0 vote.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The committee will receive updates regarding the Seasonal Light Display, Marco Nature Night 2022, and the Beach Access Project. Members will also discuss Marco In Bloom 2022 and review the 2022 meeting schedule.
- Seasonal Light Display update
- Marco Nature Night 2022 update
- Marco In Bloom 2022 discussion
- Beach Access Project update
- 2022 Meeting Schedule review
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved the agenda and November minutes, then set the date for Marco Nature Night 2022 as Wednesday, February 16, 2022, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room and adjacent lobby. Members agreed to help organize, set up, and market the event. They also accepted all proposals for Marco in Bloom 2022 categories, scoring, and entry recording, and decided to keep the 2022 meeting schedule on the first Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m.
- Approved the meeting agenda by voice vote, 5-0.
- Approved the November 3, 2021 minutes by voice vote, 5-0.
- Set Marco Nature Night 2022 for Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Community Room and lobby.
- Agreed all members would help with Marco Nature Night 2022 organization, setup, and marketing.
- Accepted all proposals for Marco in Bloom 2022 judging categories, scoring spreadsheet, and entry recording.
- Decided to keep the 2022 meeting schedule as the first Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The committee will review the remaining pages of the Sea Turtle Ordinance draft to prepare a recommendation for the City Council's January meeting. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 20, 2021 meeting.
- Review of Sea Turtle Ordinance draft and lighting ordinance comments
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee met and discussed the Sea Turtle Ordinance, the second meeting on this review. Committee members made changes to the draft ordinance after discussing lighting and glass/glazing alterations with Sea Turtle Conservancy representatives. The committee will make a recommendation to City Council for its January meeting. The agenda and October 20, 2021 minutes were approved unanimously by the five members present.
- Approved the meeting agenda by a 5-0 vote.
- Approved the October 20, 2021 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote.
- Discussed the Sea Turtle Ordinance with JW Marriott staff and Sea Turtle Conservancy representatives.
- Made changes to the Sea Turtle Ordinance draft during the discussion.
- Will make a recommendation to City Council for the January meeting.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate is reviewing numerous cases involving property and vehicle violations. These include issues such as noise, building permits, sea turtle protection, and litter.
- Sea turtle protection cases at 780 S Collier Blvd, 930 Cape Marco Dr, and 850 S Collier Blvd
- Building permit violations at 30 Hickory Ct, 1630 N Copeland Dr, 740 Milan Ct, 180 Seaview Ct Unit 303, and 995 Anglers CV N 202
- Noise complaints at 155 Bald Eagle Dr, 671 S Barfield Dr, and 1510 Collingswood Ave
- Certification orders for cases involving 556 5th Ave, 3200 San Marco Rd, and 825 Bald Eagle Dr
- A request for mitigation of fines at 470 Elk Circle
The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 27 cases, issuing fines and compliance orders for violations including parking, noise, sea turtle protection, and building permits. Two cases were dismissed, and several orders were certified as liens against properties. The meeting also included a mitigation request that was granted.
- Fined Juan Jimenez $95 plus $50 fee for parking on sidewalk at 805 Saturn Ct.
- Fined Frederick Steiner $95 plus $50 fee for vehicle parking at 1723 Hummingbird Ct.
- Fined Michael Scott Cooper $250 plus $50 fee for noise at 155 Bald Eagle Dr.
- Fined Mark Buddie & Dana Andrews $250 plus $50 fee for noise at 671 S Barfield Dr.
- Fined A- Windy City Self-Storage Inc $4,000 plus $50 fee for noise at 1510 Collingswood Ave.
- Fined The Somerset of Marco Island Condominium Inc $500 plus $50 fee for sea turtle protection violation at 780 S Collier Blvd.
- Fined Tampico Condo Assoc Inc $250 plus $50 fee for sea turtle protection violation at 930 Cape Marco Dr.
- Fined Sandpiper Condo Assoc $500 plus $50 fee for sea turtle protection violation at 850 S Collier Blvd.
Waterways Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss a new stormwater management ordinance and phosphorus removal. Staff will present October water quality test results and a request for proposals regarding surface water quality monitoring. The meeting also includes updates on public education and social media efforts.
- Stormwater Management Ordinance
- Phosphorus removal
- Surface Water Quality Monitoring RFP
- October water quality test results
- Public education/social media update
The Waterways Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its October 21, 2021 meeting. Staff reported that a water quality monitoring RFP was issued, and the committee discussed rewriting the stormwater ordinance to add runoff standards for single-family homes. The committee also discussed phosphorus removal options and continued a discussion on water quality improvement recommendations for City Council.
- Approved the agenda by voice vote, 6-0.
- Approved the October 21, 2021 meeting minutes by voice vote, 6-0.
- Deferred approval of September 16, 2021 minutes to the December 16, 2021 meeting.
- Discussed, but took no action on, a proposal to use the Marco Island TV channel for public education.
- Discussed phosphorus removal options and the need for an engineering company review.
- Discussed rewriting the stormwater ordinance to include residential runoff standards.
- Continued discussion on water quality improvement recommendations for City Council.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation approved a motion to authorize B-Squared Marketing to develop logo design alternatives, create a rack brochure concept, initiate steps for a stand-alone website, and design letterhead, in an amount not to exceed $9,920. The board also approved and adopted a mission statement: 'The Mission of the Marco Island Community Parks Foundation is to gain support from the Community to enhance Marco Island parks and recreational programming.' Both motions passed by a 4-0 voice vote. The board discussed revised renderings for the Veterans' Community Park entrance and a boardwalk estimate, requesting alternative estimates and a comparison of composite decking versus Ipe hardwood. The next meeting was set for December 14, 2021 at 1:00 P.M.
- Approved B-Squared Marketing contract up to $9,920 for logo, brochure, website, and letterhead (4-0)
- Adopted mission statement for the Foundation (4-0)
- Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 (4-0)
- Requested alternative estimates for boardwalk project and evaluation of composite decking
- Set next meeting for December 14, 2021 at 1:00 P.M.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss courts seven and eight at the Racquet Center. The agenda also includes a review of the October 2021 Staff Report and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Discussion regarding Racquet Center Court Seven and Eight
- Review of October 2021 Staff Report
- Approval of October 19, 2021, draft minutes
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee discussed Racquet Center court conditions and a proposed resurfacing of court eight, but took no formal action. The committee approved the agenda and the October 19, 2021 minutes, both by a 5-0 voice vote. Members and the public raised concerns about court maintenance, parking, and fencing, and the committee agreed to cancel its December 21 meeting.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved October 19, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Consensus to cancel December 21, 2021 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will review updates on beach renourishment and erosion at the 6000 Building. The meeting also includes reports on upcoming permits and the approval of a new district attorney.
- Approval of Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman, P.L as District Attorney
- Discussion regarding erosion of Beach 6000 Building
- Review of inland overwash during the last storm
- City of Marco Island beach renourishment update
- Reports on upcoming permits
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved Weiss, Serota, Helfman, Cole & Bierman as its new attorney and authorized spending up to $15,000 per year for legal services. The board also discussed beach erosion and permit updates, but took no formal action on those items. The next meeting was set for December 15, 2021, with future meetings moving to the first Friday of each month starting in January 2022.
- Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
- Approved minutes from October 14, 2021 meeting (4-0)
- Approved Weiss, Serota, Helfman, Cole & Bierman as Hideaway Beach Tax District attorney (4-0)
- Authorized spending up to $15,000 per year for legal services (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider subdividing a lot into three tracts at 40 S. Heathwood Drive. The board will also review a site development plan for an assisted living facility and city park at that location. Additionally, the meeting includes a request for a utility vacation easement and a Comprehensive Plan amendment.
- Subdivision of one lot into three tracts at 40 S. Heathwood Drive
- Site Development Plan for San Marco Tract B & C PUD, including an assisted living facility and city park
- Utility vacation easement request for 1066 Goldenrod Avenue and 1049 Admiralty Court
- Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan 2040 regarding water supply facilities
The Marco Island Planning Board approved a request to subdivide one lot into three tracts for San Marco Health at 40 S. Heathwood Drive, with conditions including a letter from the City Attorney regarding unified control. The board also approved the site development plan for the San Marco Tract B & C PUD, which includes an assisted living facility and a city park. Additionally, the board approved a utility vacation easement for properties on Goldenrod Avenue and Admiralty Court, and added a third Friday meeting to the 2022 schedule. A comprehensive plan amendment was continued.
- Approved subdivision of one lot into three tracts for San Marco Health (7-0) with conditions
- Approved site development plan for San Marco Tract B & C PUD, assisted living facility and city park (7-0)
- Approved utility vacation easement for 1066 Goldenrod Avenue and 1049 Admiralty Court (7-0)
- Approved adding 3rd Friday to 2022 Planning Board meeting schedule (6-1)
- Continued comprehensive plan amendment regarding water supply and property rights element
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding seasonal light displays and the Tree City application process. The committee will also review a new tree infographic and discuss plans for Marco Nature Night 2022.
- Seasonal Light Display Update
- Tree City Application Process Update
- Marco Island Tree Infographic
- Marco Nature Night 2022
- Approval of October 6, 2021, meeting minutes
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the October 6, 2021 meeting. Staff reported that $14,900 was funded for the seasonal light display, installation at Founders Park was completed, and a 3-year contract with Holiday Trimmers was in place. The committee discussed the Tree City USA application, a tree planting at Winterberry Park, and agreed to present a tree-planting graphic to City Council. No formal votes were taken on these items.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes from October 6, 2021 meeting (7-0)
- Agreed by consensus to present tree info graphic to City Council
- Discussed seasonal light display update; no formal action
- Discussed Tree City USA application; no formal action
- Discussed Marco Nature Night 2022 location; no formal action
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review a contract for furniture and partition walls for City Hall and the City Hall Annex. The meeting includes second readings of ordinances regarding noise control, signage, and personal care services. Members will also discuss budget re-appropriations and updates on Caxambas Park.
- $248,764.33 purchase order for City Hall and Annex furniture and partitions
- Second reading of noise control amendments
- Second reading of ordinance changes regarding signs in commercial and community districts
- First reading of synthetic turf installation standards
- Resolution to amend the Growth Management Fee Schedule
The Marco Island City Council elected Erik Brechnitz as Chair and Jared Grifoni as Vice-Chair. It approved and adopted Ordinance 21-14 amending noise control regulations (5-2), Ordinance 21-15 on sign regulations, and Ordinance 21-16 on land development code changes. The council also approved several resolutions, including a budget re-appropriation and growth management fee schedule amendments.
- Elected Erik Brechnitz as Chair (7-0)
- Elected Jared Grifoni as Vice-Chair (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-14, Noise Control Amendments (5-2)
- Approved Ordinance 21-15, Sign regulations for commercial districts (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-16, LDC amendment adding personal care services (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-49, FY2021 Budget Re-appropriation (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-50, Growth Management Fee Schedule (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-51, Quasi-Judicial Procedures (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Marco Island City Council will conduct an ethics training workshop presentation. This meeting is a scheduled workshop focused on ethics training for elected officials.
- Ethics training workshop presentation (ID 21-1876)
The City Council held a workshop on November 1, 2021, focused solely on ethics training for elected officials, as required by state law. Attorney Robert Meyers presented on topics including the Sunshine Law, public records, voting conflicts, gifts, and financial disclosure. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.
- Held ethics training workshop (no vote recorded)
- No public comment offered
- Adjourned at 3:29 P.M.
Audit Advisory Committee
The Audit Advisory Committee will discuss the current audit status with Mauldin & Jenkins. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Ben Few & Company - Risk Managers and an evaluation of the FY2020 auditor.
- Audit status update from Daniel Anderson of Mauldin & Jenkins
- Discussion regarding Ben Few & Company - Risk Managers
- FY2020 Auditor Evaluation
- Approval of June 30, 2021 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate is reviewing numerous cases involving local code violations. These include issues such as stormwater pollution prevention, construction without permits, and sea turtle protection.
- Stormwater pollution prevention cases at 462 W Joy Cir and 970 Daisy Ct
- Construction or staging without a permit at 1161 Cara Ct and 1964 San Marco Rd
- Sea turtle protection violations at 540 S Collier Blvd and 300 S Collier Blvd
- Noise complaints at 40 Copperfield Ct and 141 Bonita Ct
- Parking citation reviews for several properties
The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 33 cases, issuing fines for violations including stormwater pollution, construction site litter, staging without permits, and sea turtle protection. One case was dismissed, one was continued, and two noise cases were dismissed. Fines ranged from $50 to $1,200, with some orders including daily penalties until compliance.
- Fined Thomas Strinden $50 for weeds/litter at 730 Kendall Dr, plus $150 reimbursement and $50 admin fee
- Fined Damio Enterprise LLC $150 for overgrown weeds at 1701 N Bahama Ave, plus $200 reimbursement and $50 admin fee
- Fined James H Mashey Jr. $50 for weeds/right-of-way obstruction at 72 N Barfield Dr, plus $175 reimbursement and $50 admin fee
- Fined Kim and Lynn Schmitt-Gallagher $250 for public nuisance at 214 Rockhill Ct, plus $50 admin fee and $75/day until compliance
- Dismissed case against Dave DeRogatis and 462 W Joy Court LLC for stormwater pollution
- Fined Vincente Franco and Ocean Tower Design $150 total for stormwater/litter/illegal discharges at 1780 Granada Dr, plus $50/day until compliance and $50 admin fee
- Fined NOVA Homes of South Florida $1,200 for stormwater and Sunday noise at 440 Century Dr, plus $50 admin fee
- Fined Marbelle Club Condominium Association $600 for sea turtle protection violation at 840 S Collier Blvd, plus $50 admin fee
Waterways Advisory Committee
The committee will review the Harper Report and discuss advanced wastewater treatment. Staff communications include updates on seawall and single-family home code revisions and a water quality sampling RFP.
- Harper Report Review
- Advanced Wastewater Treatment (AWT)
- Ordinance/Code Revisions for Seawalls and Single Family Homes
- RFP for Water Quality Sampling
- FDEP Restoration Plan update
The Waterways Advisory Committee held a discussion with Dr. Harvey Harper about his water quality report, covering topics like reuse water, seepage, dredging, and fertilizers. No formal decisions were made; the agenda was approved as amended, and several items were deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
- Deferred approval of September 16 minutes to next meeting
- Deferred discussion of residential stormwater discharges, water quality update, and public education to next meeting
- Deferred discussion of Advanced Wastewater Treatment to next meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss a revised draft of the Sea Turtle Ordinance. Members will also receive an update on the Green Business Award and review minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting.
- Discussion of Sea Turtle Ordinance revised draft
- Green Business Award update
- Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the September 15, 2021 draft minutes. Staff provided updates on plexiglass replacement and sign lock costs at South Marco beach, and discussed sea turtle lighting compliance and enforcement based on a visit to Longboat Key. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved September 15, 2021 draft minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation will discuss entrance and boardwalk renderings and the associated scope of services. The board will also review a $5,000 donation and work to establish a mission statement. Additionally, the meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a financial statement review.
- Receipt of $5,000 donation
- Discussion of entrance and boardwalk renderings
- Establishment of Foundation Mission Statement
- Review of Sept. 30, 2021 Financial Statement
- Approval of February 16 and May 26, 2021 meeting minutes
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation approved the minutes from its February 16 and May 26, 2021 meetings. The board discussed conceptual renderings for a park entrance and a waterfront boardwalk, and agreed to explore donor prospects and lighting costs. No formal decisions were made on the renderings or mission statement, which were deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved minutes of February 16, 2021 (4-0)
- Approved minutes of May 26, 2021 (4-0)
- Discussed boardwalk and entrance renderings; no action taken
- Deferred mission statement finalization to November 16 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review the October 2021 Staff Report and August 17, 2021 meeting minutes. Presentations include a construction update for Veterans' Community Park and resurfacing options for Racquet Center Court Eight.
- Veterans' Community Park construction update and schedule
- Resurfacing options for Racquet Center Court Eight
- Presentation on Racquet Center Court One conversion
- New instructor introduction for Mackle Park
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee discussed converting Racquet Center Court One into a permanent pickleball court and resurfacing options for Court Eight, but no vote was taken. The committee also received updates on Veterans' Community Park construction and approved the amended agenda and August minutes.
- Approved amended agenda (5-0)
- Approved August 17, 2021 minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a setback variance for 594 Spinnaker Drive. The agenda also includes first readings for ordinances related to signs, noise control, and land development code amendments. Additionally, the council will discuss the vacation rental registration program.
- Setback variance request for 594 Spinnaker Drive
- Purchase order for Firearms Training System ($85,849.21)
- Purchase order for Chevrolet Silverado 4500 ($72,341.00)
- First reading of noise control ordinance amendments
- Land development code amendment regarding personal care services
The City Council voted 4-3 to ask Collier County Area Transit (CAT) to cancel its proposed December 4-5, 2021 trolley test and suspend plans for a 'hop-on / hop-off' trolley service for the foreseeable future. The council also approved a coastal construction variance for 594 Spinnaker Drive, advanced three ordinances on first reading (signs, personal care services, noise), and authorized staff to investigate fine collection options. A motion to defer vacation rental registration discussion to January 2022 failed for lack of a second.
- Asked CAT to cancel Dec 4-5 trolley test and suspend trolley plans (4-3)
- Approved coastal construction variance for 594 Spinnaker Drive (7-0)
- Approved first reading of sign ordinance amendment for digital menu signs (7-0)
- Approved first reading of LDC amendment adding permanent makeup use (7-0)
- Approved first reading of noise control amendments (6-1)
- Authorized staff to investigate fine collection options #2 and #3 (7-0)
- Deferred vacation rental registration discussion failed for lack of second
- Approved consent agenda including $85,849 firearms training system and $72,341 truck
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The Board will review updates on Sand Dollar Island conditions and monitoring plans. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the August 2022 Bonding Capacity Referendum and the selection process for a new district attorney.
- Scope of work, bid process, and start date for dredging
- Discussion of rip-rap on beach
- August 2022 Bonding Capacity Referendum discussion
- Update on the selection process for District Attorney
- Sand Dollar Island conditions update
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved a referendum for $2.9 million in bonding capacity at a millage rate of 2.6 mils for 10 years, and approved two pre-construction contracts: $48,622 for environmental services and $25,574 for engineering services. The board also approved $8,785 for an external video and media engagement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $2.9M bonding capacity referendum at 2.6 mils for 10 years (5-0)
- Approved $48,622 pre-construction environmental services contract (5-0)
- Approved $25,574 pre-construction engineering services contract (5-0)
- Approved $8,785 for external video and media engagement (5-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved June 24, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss several ongoing city projects. Updates are scheduled for the 2022 fiscal year budget, seasonal light displays, and cul-de-sac landscaping. The committee will also review the Tree City application process.
- Seasonal Light Display update
- 2022 Fiscal Year Budget update
- Cul-de-sac Landscaping update
- Tree City Application Process update
- Committee Website Content update
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved spending up to $1,450 from its 2022 budget to update its webpage, a pilot program for all departments. The committee also discussed seasonal lighting, the 2022 budget, and cul-de-sac landscaping, but took no other formal votes.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved September 1, 2021 minutes (5-0)
- Authorized up to $1,450 for BAC webpage redesign (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will hold a second reading for the adoption of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes first readings for amendments to the police officers' pension plan and several infrastructure contracts. Additionally, officials will receive presentations on county redistricting and coastal resources.
- Adoption of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 21-13)
- $1,707,271.13 contract for Fruit Farm Creek restoration culvert installation
- $363,230.00 purchase of a TYMCO Model 600 street sweeper
- $359,409.00 annual contract for biosolids removal with Synagro South, LLC
- Amendment to the Police Officers' Pension Plan
The City Council approved the 2040 Comprehensive Plan adoption package (Ordinance 21-13) on second reading, with amendments removing a trolley reference, deleting a mobility section, and softening housing language. The vote was 6-1, with Councilor Rola dissenting. The Council also approved several contracts, including a $1.7 million culvert installation project and a $363,232 street sweeper lease.
- Approved 2040 Comprehensive Plan as amended (6-1)
- Approved $1,707,271.13 contract for Fruit Farm Creek Restoration Culvert Installation (7-0)
- Approved $363,232 lease/purchase of TYMCO street sweeper (consent agenda)
- Approved $359,409 annual contract for biosolids removal with Synagro South (consent agenda)
- Approved $119,810 sewer manhole rehabilitation contract with Jennings Pipelining (consent agenda)
- Approved employee insurance plans for FY2022 (7-0)
- Approved first reading of Police Officers' Pension Plan amendment (7-0)
- Approved minutes of September 20, 2021 meetings (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Board
The Marco Island Planning Board is reviewing ordinance amendments regarding signs, synthetic turf standards, and personal care services. The board will also consider a setback variance request for 594 Spinnaker Drive.
- Sign regulation changes for commercial and public use districts (ID 21-1757)
- Setback variance request for 594 Spinnaker Drive (ID 21-1794)
- Adding personal care services to the C-3 District (ID 21-1795)
- New standards for synthetic turf material and installation (ID 21-1796)
- Continuation of the 10 Year Water Facilities Work Plan (ID 21-1797)
The Marco Island Planning Board approved a text change to the sign code allowing digital menu boards up to 20 square feet and 6 feet in height, with no pre-sale signs and screening from the road. It also approved a Coastal Construction Control Line variance for 594 Spinnaker Drive, added use code 812199 (permanent makeup) to the C-3 district excluding tattoo parlors, and added synthetic turf standards to the Land Development Code. The 10-Year Water Facilities Work Plan ordinance was continued to the November 5, 2021 meeting.
- Approved digital menu board sign code change, max 20 sq ft, 6 ft height, no pre-sale signs, screened from road (7-0)
- Approved CCCL setback variance for 594 Spinnaker Drive (7-0)
- Approved adding use code 812199 (permanent makeup) to C-3 district, excluding tattoo parlors (5-2)
- Approved synthetic turf standards, allowing sports courts on shoulder/corner lots, removing slope restriction (7-0)
- Continued 10-Year Water Facilities Work Plan to November 5, 2021 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate will hear numerous cases regarding local code violations. These include issues such as silt fences, overgrown weeds, and noise complaints at various addresses. The agenda also includes requests for the mitigation of fines.
- Review of cases involving silt fences and public nuisances
- Hearings on noise complaints at multiple locations
- Cases regarding work performed without permits
- Requests for the mitigation of fines
- Review of parking violations on sidewalks
The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 40+ cases, issuing fines and compliance orders for violations including silt fence issues, overgrown weeds, noise, and parking. Most respondents did not appear, resulting in default fines. Several cases were continued or dismissed.
- Fined $100 + $50 fee for public nuisance at 896 Banyan Ct, with 72-hour temporary fence requirement
- Fined $1,000 + $50 fee for silt fence violation at 1631 N Copeland Dr, 72-hour compliance
- Fined $950 + $50 fee for silt fence violation at 1783 Maywood Ct (contractor only)
- Fined $1,000 + $50 fee for noise violation at 1016 Fieldstone Dr
- Fined $500 + $50 fee for noise violation at 794 N Barfield Dr
- Fined $250 + $50 fee for work without permit at 1407 Butterfield Ct, 30-day compliance
- Fined $350 + $50 fee for work without permit at 101 Sand Hill St, 30-day compliance
- Dismissed illicit discharge case at 748 Milan Ct (21-1763)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the final FY2021-2022 budget and millage rate for the city and Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District. The agenda also includes updates on surplus property sales and a report on the Nutrient Source Evaluation Project.
- Adoption of final FY2021-2022 millage rate and budget
- Fee adjustment for the Racquet Center
- Final report on Marco Island Nutrient Source Evaluation Project
- Update on surplus property sales at 1825 Mainsail Drive and 1955 Mainsail Drive
- Renewal of insurance coverage in the amount of $1,100,266.00
The City Council unanimously approved the final FY2022 millage rate of 1.7088 mils for city operations and the FY2022 budget, along with the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District's millage rate of 1.5000 mils and its budget. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a fee adjustment for the Racquet Center, and accepted the Environmental Research & Design nutrient source evaluation report for follow-up. All votes were 7-0.
- Approved Resolution 21-41 adopting final FY2022 millage rate of 1.7088 mils (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-42 adopting final FY2022 budget (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-43 adopting Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District millage rate of 1.5000 mils (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-44 adopting Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District budget (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Racquet Center fee adjustment (7-0)
- Approved minutes of September 2, 7, and September 7 special meetings (7-0 each)
- Accepted Environmental Research & Design nutrient source evaluation report and referred to committees (7-0)
- Approved FY2022 insurance renewal with PRIA for $1,100,266 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council held a special-called meeting to continue its detailed review of the draft Comprehensive Plan, following up on the September 7 session. Council members discussed the plan element-by-element, reached consensus on a number of changes, and directed the Plan Development Team to incorporate those inputs into the next draft. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was devoted to discussion and public comment. The Council adjourned at 11:59 A.M., with its regular meeting scheduled for 5:30 P.M. the same day.
- Reached consensus on multiple changes to the draft Comprehensive Plan for inclusion in the next draft
- Directed the Plan Development Team to incorporate Council inputs into the next draft
- Continued the Comprehensive Plan review from the September 7, 2021 special-called meeting
- Heard public comments urging the Council to slow the review process and delay final approval
Waterways Advisory Committee
The Waterways Advisory Committee is meeting to review staff reports on water quality sampling and Ordinance 21-12. The agenda also includes discussions regarding residential stormwater discharges and public education efforts.
- ERD Report Update
- Water Quality Sampling
- Ordinance 21-12
- Residential Stormwater Discharges update
- Marco Hypoxia Investigation presentation
The Waterways Advisory Committee approved uploading Member Wordehoff's Marco Hypoxia Investigation report to the City's website, provided the word 'impaired' is removed because only the Department of Environmental Protection can designate waters as impaired. The Committee also approved the agenda and amended minutes from August 19, 2021, correcting a street address error. Staff reported that Environmental Research & Design's final report is posted online, with discussion deferred until after the September 20 City Council meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda by voice vote (5-0).
- Approved amended August 19, 2021 minutes by consent, correcting a street address error.
- Approved uploading the Marco Hypoxia Investigation report to the City's website without the word 'impaired' (5-0).
- Deferred public education/social media outreach until after the ERD report is explained to prioritize key topics.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss the Sea Turtle Ordinance and various gopher tortoise programs. The agenda also includes reviews of public access signage and the Green Business Award. Approval of the June 16, 2021, meeting minutes is also scheduled.
- Sea Turtle Ordinance discussion
- Gopher Tortoise Signs on private properties
- Gopher Tortoise Safe Harbor Program
- Public Access Walkway/Beach Signs
- Green Business Award
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved replacing existing gopher tortoise signs on private properties, with all 7 members voting in favor. They also voted to investigate the cost of replacing plexiglass on public access walkway/beach signs, and scheduled an October meeting to discuss the Sea Turtle Ordinance. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comment or presentations.
- Approved replacing gopher tortoise signs on private properties (7-0)
- Approved investigating cost of replacing plexiglass on public access walkway/beach signs (7-0)
- Approved holding an October meeting to discuss Sea Turtle Ordinance (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved June 16, 2021 draft minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of the tentative FY2021-FY2022 millage rate and budget, including for the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District. The agenda also includes quasi-judicial hearings for several rezoning petitions and a conditional use permit request. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances related to site development plans and stormwater regulations.
- Public hearing for adoption of tentative FY2021-FY2022 millage rate and budget
- Rezoning petitions for 1346, 1354, and 1362 San Marco Road from C-1 to RSF-4
- Conditional use permit request for a dance studio at 683 South Collier Boulevard
- Ordinance regarding changes to the Site Development Plan approval process
- Amendment to Chapter 18 stormwater regulations
The City Council approved the tentative FY2022 millage rate of 1.7088 mils for city operations and the tentative FY2022 budget, along with the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District's millage rate of 1.500 mils and budget. The council also approved three rezone petitions for properties on San Marco Road, a conditional use permit for a dance studio, and several ordinance amendments. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except for one ordinance amendment that passed 6-1.
- Approved tentative FY2022 millage rate of 1.7088 mils (7-0)
- Approved tentative FY2022 city budget (7-0)
- Approved Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District millage rate of 1.500 mils (7-0)
- Approved Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District budget (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 1346 San Marco Road from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 1354 San Marco Road from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 1362 San Marco Road from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for dance studio at 683 S. Collier Blvd (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
🏢 Building at this address: 3 m tall
City Council
The City Council is holding a special-called meeting to conduct a detailed review of the Draft Comprehensive Plan ID 21-1763. The agenda includes reviewing staff reports and comments from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and the South Florida Water Management District.
- Detailed Review of the Draft Comprehensive Plan ID 21-1763
- Review of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Review
- Review of South Florida Water Management District Comments
The City Council held a special-called meeting to review the draft Comprehensive Plan, incorporating comments from state agencies. The only formal decision was a motion to add the phrase 'consistent with low density and intensity' to the Plan's stated goal, which passed 6-1. Council members and citizens discussed other elements, but no other votes were taken.
- Added 'consistent with low density and intensity' to Comprehensive Plan goal (6-1)
- Allowed Councilor Irwin to participate and vote telephonically (6-0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a resolution for a boat dock extension at 986 Sundrop Ct. The proposal seeks to extend a dock to 40 feet. The board will also review minutes from the August 6, 2021 meeting.
- Boat dock extension request (BD-21-000177) at 986 Sundrop Ct.
- Approval of Planning Board meeting minutes from August 6, 2021
The Planning Board voted 4-3 to deny a request to extend a boat dock at 986 Sundrop Ct. beyond the allowed 30 feet. The motion to approve a 42-foot extension failed. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 6, 2021 meeting.
- Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes of August 6, 2021 meeting (7-0)
- Denied boat dock extension to 42 feet at 986 Sundrop Ct. (3-4)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council is holding a special-called meeting to receive a legislative update from Ronald L. Book. The agenda also includes items regarding the Smokehouse Creek Bridge Replacement Project and its related appropriations form.
- Legislative Update presentation by Ronald L. Book
- Smokehouse Creek Bridge Replacement Project
- Smokehouse Creek Bridge Replacement Appropriations Form
The City Council approved three priorities for the 2022 Florida Legislative Session: the Smokehouse Creek Bridge replacement project, a water quality improvement project consistent with the San Marco Road tide flushing project, and policy changes to improve local access to DBPR records. The motion passed 4-0, with three councilors absent. No public comment was offered.
- Approved Smokehouse Creek Bridge replacement as 2022 legislative priority (4-0)
- Approved water quality improvement project as 2022 legislative priority (4-0)
- Approved policy changes for local access to DBPR records as 2022 legislative priority (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee will review the 2022 Fiscal Year Budget and receive an update on the seasonal light display. The agenda also includes updates regarding committee website content and a review of the mission statement.
- 2022 Fiscal Year Budget
- Seasonal Light Display update
- Committee Website Content update
- Review of Mission Statement
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved spending the remaining 2021 budget on plants for medians on S. Barfield Dr., with Public Works Director Pinter authorized to work with Affordable Landscaping & Design. The committee also approved an updated mission statement to be presented to City Council. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.
- Approved spending 2021 budget balance on plants for S. Barfield medians (5-0)
- Approved updated 2022 BAC mission statement (5-0)
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from 8/4/21 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review multiple cases involving sea turtle protection, silt fences, and noise prohibitions. The agenda also includes the certification of fines and a request for fine mitigation.
- Sea turtle protection cases at 840 S Collier Blvd, 100 N Collier Blvd, 260 Seaview Ct, 6000 Royal Marco Way, and 5000 Royal Marco Way
- Violations regarding silt fences, work without permits, and noise prohibitions at various addresses
- Certification of fines for properties including 1147 Edington Pl, 260 Landmark St, and 1510 Collingswood Ave
- A request to mitigate fines for the property at 2052 Sheffield Ave
The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard numerous cases on August 31, 2021, issuing fines for violations including silt fence issues, sea turtle protection, noise, and work without permits. Fines ranged from $100 to $850, with some cases dismissed and one continued for further examination. The meeting also included a certification of fines for a prior case.
- Fined 91 Lamplighter Dr contractor $700 + $50 fee for silt fence violation
- Fined 529 Spinnaker Ct contractor $450 + $50 fee for silt fence violation
- Continued 260 Seaview Ct sea turtle protection case for further examination
- Fined 840 S Collier Blvd property owner $500 + $50 fee; unit owner not liable
- Fined 5000 Royal Marco Way $250 + $50 fee for sea turtle protection
- Fined 794 N Barfield Dr $250 + $50 fee for noise violation
- Dismissed 1100 Edington Pl noise case
- Certified $1000 fine for 1147 Edington Pl; paid in full
Waterways Advisory Committee
The committee will review updates regarding the Marco hypoxia investigation and managed nutrient reduction. The agenda also includes a presentation on improving boat safety and navigation. Additionally, members will discuss residential stormwater discharge education and how rain affects water quality.
- Marco Hypoxia Investigation update
- Managed Nutrient Reduction discussion
- Presentation on improving boat safety and navigation
- Update on residential stormwater discharge education
- Review of remaining 2021 budget balance for committee topics
The Waterways Advisory Committee held a routine meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. Members discussed water quality concerns, including critical dissolved oxygen levels and potential hypoxia, and proposed public education on boat safety and navigational signs. The committee also discussed donating part of its 2022 budget to support a canal patrol boat and code enforcement officer, but staff were unsure if this was feasible.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved July 15, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss a Food Forest and review the August 2021 Staff Report. Members will also consider approving minutes from the July 20, 2021, meeting.
- Food Forest discussion
- Review of July 20, 2021, draft minutes
- August 2021 Staff Report review
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the July 20, 2021 minutes by voice vote. Staff reported on summer camp, shade structures, and the Veterans' Community Park gazebo relocation. The committee discussed future planning for a new park location and the deteriorating Mackle Park basketball airnasium, with no formal decisions made on these items.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0 voice vote)
- Approved July 20, 2021 minutes (5-0 voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council deferred the second reading of the Noise Control Amendments until staff returns with a comprehensive package of recommendations on rental property registration, noise ordinance modifications, and a fine-setting process. The Council also approved resolutions authorizing a $13 million bond for the Veterans' Community Park and Fire Station 50 reconstruction, and approved a $1.45 million contract for the San Marco Road and Heathwood Drive intersection reconstruction.
- Deferred Noise Control Amendments until staff returns with rental registration, noise, and fine recommendations (7-0)
- Approved $13M bond for Veterans' Community Park and Fire Station 50 (7-0)
- Approved $1,454,626.54 contract with Quality Enterprises for San Marco Road/Heathwood Drive intersection (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 1346 San Marco Road from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 1354 San Marco Road from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved rezone of 1362 San Marco Road from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved site development plan for restaurant at 297 North Collier Blvd (7-0)
- Approved $700,000 interfund loan to Hideaway Beach District (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
🏢 Building at this address: 3 m tall
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider several rezoning petitions for properties on San Marco Rd. The meeting also includes reviews of a conditional use request for a dance studio and a site development plan for a new restaurant building.
- Rezoning petitions for 1346, 1354, and 1362 San Marco Rd. from C-1 to RSF-4
- Conditional use request for a dance studio at 683 S. Collier Blvd. Units A & B
- Site development plan for a new restaurant building at 297 N. Collier Blvd.
The Marco Island Planning Board approved a conditional use permit for a dance studio at 683 S. Collier Blvd., removing the hours-of-operation condition. It also approved rezoning three properties on San Marco Rd. from C-1 to RSF-4, and a site development plan for a new restaurant at 297 N. Collier Blvd. All votes were 7-0 except the restaurant plan, which passed 6-1 with Chair Bailey dissenting.
- Approved conditional use permit for dance studio at 683 S. Collier Blvd., striking hours condition (7-0)
- Approved rezoning 1346 San Marco Rd. from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved rezoning 1354 San Marco Rd. from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved rezoning 1362 San Marco Rd. from C-1 to RSF-4 (7-0)
- Approved site development plan for new restaurant at 297 N. Collier Blvd. (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss the 2022 fiscal year budget and upcoming committee projects. The meeting includes updates on black olive trees from Affordable Landscape and Design and seasonal light displays. Members will also review the committee's mission statement and website content.
- Discussion of 2022 Fiscal Year Budget
- Update on Black Olive Trees from Affordable Landscape and Design
- Update on Seasonal Light Display
- Review of Committee Mission Statement
- Update on Committee Website Content
The Beautification Advisory Committee meeting was largely procedural, approving the agenda and the minutes from July 13, 2021. No new business or public comment was presented. Updates were given on black olive tree treatment, website content changes, seasonal light display estimates, and the 2022 fiscal year budget, but no formal decisions were made on these items.
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review numerous code enforcement cases. These include issues regarding sea turtle protection, building permits, and sidewalk maintenance. The agenda also includes certification orders and requests for fine mitigation.
- Sea turtle protection cases on S Collier Blvd and Seaview Ct
- Building permit violations at 890 Hyacinth Ct and 1273 Martinique Ct
- Sidewalk maintenance cases on N Barfield Dr, Rose Ct, and Sheffield Ave
- Certification orders for 1441 Galleon Ave and 344 Sand Hill St
- Requests for mitigation of fines
The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard dozens of cases on July 27, 2021, imposing fines for violations including illegal signage, sea turtle lighting, building without permits, noise, and erosion control. The most significant action was certifying a $6,400.50 lien against Eric Baumbach for an unresolved building permit violation at 344 Sand Hill St., with fines continuing to accrue daily. Several cases were continued or dismissed, and one extension request was denied with fines allowed to run until the next hearing.
- Certified $6,400.50 lien against Eric Baumbach for no building permit at 344 Sand Hill St. (continues accruing daily)
- Denied extension for Island Plaza Investments/Davide Italian Deli; fines to run until Aug 31 hearing
- Imposed $5,000 fine for illicit discharge (paint dumped in canal) at 1146 Bald Eagle Dr.
- Imposed $1,000 fine for noise violation at 1030 Coronado Ct. (MNJR Enterprises, third offense)
- Imposed $750 fine for sea turtle lighting violations at Sandpiper, Prince, Tradewinds, South Seas condos
- Imposed $250-$500 fines for multiple sea turtle lighting violations at hotels and condos
- Imposed $250 fines for no building permit violations at multiple residential properties
- Dismissed cases at 890 Hyacinth Ct., 460 Renard Ct., and 604 Hernando Dr.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review a presentation on the Caluna Park Garden and receive an update regarding the dog park. The committee is also scheduled to discuss bocce courts at Mackle Park and the relocation of a gazebo at Veterans' Community Park.
- Calusa Park garden presentation by Food Forest Abundance
- Dog park update from Miguel Carballo
- Mackle Park bocce court discussion involving Mor Sports Group Inc. and Sports Surfaces, LLC
- Veterans' Community Park gazebo relocation
- Leigh Plummer Park discussion
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved using remaining 2021 fiscal year funds to relocate the Veterans' Community Park gazebo to Leigh Plummer Park. They also heard a presentation from Food Forest Abundance on developing the Calusa Park Garden, with design costs of $12,500, and discussed an alternative plan for the dog park involving resodding and shade trees. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved the amended agenda, moving a presentation to earlier in the meeting.
- Approved the May 18, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Approved using remaining Committee funds for the fiscal year to assist with relocating the Veterans' Community Park gazebo to Leigh Plummer Park.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed millage rate for Fiscal Year 2022 and hold a public hearing regarding the transmittal of the draft Comprehensive Plan and Map Series to the State of Florida. The agenda also includes items related to site development plans, contract extensions, and noise ordinance reviews.
- Proposed millage rate for Fiscal Year 2022
- Transmittal of the draft Comprehensive Plan and Map Series to the State of Florida
- Site Development Plan for South Seas West Condominium Apartments at 260 & 320 Seaview Court
- One-year contract extension for lobbying services with Ronald Book, P.A. at $66,000 annually
- Conditional Use Permit for a recreational vehicle garage at 1800 Honduras Avenue
The City Council voted 6-1 to transmit the draft Comprehensive Plan and map series to the State of Florida for review, with Councilor Rola dissenting. The Council also approved a conditional use permit for an RV garage at 1800 Honduras Avenue (6-1), advanced a noise ordinance review to second reading (4-3), and set proposed millage rates for FY 2022 at 1.7088 for the city and 1.5000 for the Hideaway Beach Tax District (7-0).
- Approved agenda and minutes of June 21, 2021 (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Planning Board appointment, site development plan, right-of-way vacation, and lobbying contract extension
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for RV garage at 1800 Honduras Avenue (6-1)
- Transmitted draft Comprehensive Plan to state with revisions (6-1)
- Advanced noise ordinance 6-month review to second reading (4-3)
- Adopted FY 2022 millage rates: 1.7088 city, 1.5000 Hideaway Beach (7-0)
- Extended meeting twice to conclude by 10:15 P.M.
- Council consensus to pursue statue replica donation for Veterans' Community Park
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will conduct an operational budget workshop regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget. The session includes a presentation of the FY22 operating budget packet.
- Presentation of the FY22 Operating Budget packet
The City Council held an operational budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2022, the third in a series, where department heads presented their proposed operating budgets. No formal votes were taken; instead, staff was directed to bring a revised budget for tentative adoption on September 8, 2021, and final approval on September 20, 2021. No public comments were made.
- Directed staff to present revised FY2022 budget for tentative adoption on Sept. 8, 2021
- Scheduled final budget review and approval for Sept. 20, 2021
City Council
This is a special-called meeting of the Marco Island City Council. The agenda consists only of a presentation by Collier County Commissioner Rick LoCastro and standard procedural items.
- Presentation by Board of Collier County Commissioners District 1 Commissioner Rick LoCastro
The City Council held a special-called meeting with Collier County Commissioner Rick LoCastro, who provided updates on county initiatives affecting Marco Island. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. Topics included beach trash pickup improvements, construction staging cleanup at the Judge SS Jolley Bridge, playground shade structures, a new Tigertail Beach concessionaire, Caxambas Park management, beach mats for South Beach, CAT bus stop modifications, and Conservation Collier collaboration.
- No formal actions were taken; the meeting was for presentation and discussion only.
- Commissioner LoCastro reported improved trash collection and collaboration for beach cleanup during Independence Day weekend.
- Commissioner LoCastro announced that construction staging at the Judge SS Jolley Bridge will be cleared and the area returned to public use.
- Commissioner LoCastro noted plans for playground shade structures at Tigertail Beach and Goodland playgrounds.
- Commissioner LoCastro mentioned a new concessionaire at Tigertail Beach and upcoming installation of more benches.
- Commissioner LoCastro indicated a plan to install a single authority (Ramp Ranger) and traffic control at Caxambas Park.
- Commissioner LoCastro said mobility-access beach mats will be installed at South Beach after turtle nesting season (after November 1st).
- Commissioner LoCastro stated that modifications to CAT bus stops are being considered to address idling and nuisance smells.
Waterways Advisory Committee
The Waterways Advisory Committee will review May and June water quality test results. The committee is also scheduled to discuss updates regarding underwater dock lighting in canals and residential stormwater discharges.
- May & June Water Quality Test Results
- Underwater Dock Lighting in Canals Update
- Residential Stormwater Discharges Community info & Education Update
- Update on Committee's Topics for Remaining 2021 Budget Balance
- June 21st Council Budget Workshop Discussion
The Waterways Advisory Committee voted to allocate a significant portion of its 2022 budget to support Chief Frazzano's request for a Code Compliance boat and officer to monitor canals. The committee also discussed using remaining 2021 funds for outreach on illegal stormwater discharges and agreed to notify Code Enforcement about underwater dock lighting complaints. No public comment or presentations were made.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved May 20, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Supported Chief Frazzano's 2022 budget request for a Code Compliance boat and officer (6-0)
- Agreed to notify Code Enforcement about underwater dock lighting and recommend ordinance review
- Discussed options for stormwater discharge education, including door hangers and patrols
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss committee projects and the 2022 fiscal year budget. The agenda includes updates on fertilizer card distribution, public murals, and beach access path beautification. Members will also review the committee's mission statement.
- Discussion of 2022 Fiscal Year Budget
- Update on Fertilizer Card Distribution Plan
- Review of Public Murals next steps
- Update on Public Beach Access Path Beautification plan/timetable
- Review of Committee Mission Statement
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved moving the start time of future meetings to 3:00 P.M. They also approved the agenda and minutes from June 2 and June 16, 2021. The committee discussed updates on black olive tree treatments, fertilizer card distribution, website content, public murals, seasonal light displays, beach path beautification, and the 2022 budget, but took no final action on these items.
- Approved the meeting agenda as presented.
- Approved the minutes from the June 2, 2021 meeting.
- Approved the minutes from the June 16, 2021 workshop.
- Approved changing the start time of future BAC meetings to 3:00 P.M.
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a Site Development Plan for the South Seas West Condominium Apartments at 260 & 320 Seaview Ct. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding site development approval processes and Land Development Code amendments. Additionally, the board will review a request to vacate part of the Park Avenue right-of-way.
- Site Development Plan for South Seas West Condominium Apartments at 260 & 320 Seaview Ct.
- Ordinance regarding changes to Site Development Plan and Site Improvement Plan approval processes
- Right-of-Way Vacation Request for a portion of Park Avenue at 901 Park Avenue
- Land Development Code amendment regarding construction temporary use permit exemptions
The Planning Board approved four items: changes to Site Development Plan and Site Improvement Plan approval processes (5-1), a Site Development Plan for South Seas West Condominium to enclose lobby areas (6-0), a right-of-way vacation of 4,562 sq ft of Park Avenue for Veteran's Community Park restroom (6-0), and a Land Development Code amendment exempting certain construction temporary use permits for marine work (6-0). All votes had one member absent.
- Approved changes to Site Development Plan and Site Improvement Plan approval processes (5-1)
- Approved Site Development Plan SDP-21-000131 for South Seas West Condominium lobby enclosure (6-0)
- Approved Right-of-Way Vacation LV-21-000110 for 4,562 sq ft of Park Avenue (6-0)
- Approved LDC amendment to Sec. 30-793 for construction temporary use permit exemption (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Audit Advisory Committee
The Audit Advisory Committee will elect its Chair and Vice-Chair for fiscal year 2021. The meeting includes reviews of the Florida Sunshine Law, public records ethics, and the City Handbook for Boards and Committees. Finance Director Guillermo Polanco will also present an overview of new GASB pronouncements.
- Election of FY 2021 AAC Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of March 24, 2021 meeting minutes
- Florida Sunshine Law review
- Review of City Handbook for Boards and Committees
- Overview of new GASB pronouncements
The Audit Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from March 24, 2021. It elected William Rogers as chair and Robert Hughes as vice-chair for the 2021-2022 committee year by a 6-0 voice vote. The committee reviewed Florida Sunshine Law, its objectives, and GASB accounting standards, and scheduled its next meeting for August 18, 2021.
- Approved the meeting agenda by verbal consensus
- Approved the March 24, 2021 minutes by a 6-0 voice vote
- Elected William Rogers as chair and Robert Hughes as vice-chair for 2021-2022 by a 6-0 voice vote
- Scheduled next meeting for August 18, 2021 at 9:00 A.M.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate is reviewing numerous property violation cases across Marco Island. These cases involve issues such as noise prohibitions, stormwater pollution prevention, and missing building permits. The agenda also includes a certification order and requests for the mitigation of fines.
- Stormwater pollution prevention cases at various addresses
- Noise prohibition cases at multiple locations
- Cases involving missing building permits or construction without permits
- Certification order for sidewalk maintenance at 470 Elk Cir.
- Requests for mitigation of fines
The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 34 cases, imposing fines and administrative fees for violations including failed seawalls, noise, litter, and construction issues. One case was continued, one dismissed, and several stipulated agreements were approved. The Magistrate also certified two cases for liens on properties with accruing fines.
- Continued Case #19-0964 (2040 Sheffield Ave) for right-of-way sidewalk violation.
- Dismissed Case #21-0459 (482 Balsam Ct) for protection and permitting procedures.
- Imposed $250 fine plus $50 fee for failed seawall at 260 Marquesas Ct, with 90 days to apply for permit and $100/day per diem if not compliant.
- Approved stipulated agreement for $250 fine plus $50 fee for no building permit at 482 Pepperwood Ct.
- Imposed $250 fine plus $50 fee for litter and debris at 1062 Hartley Ave, with 3 days to comply or $100/day per diem.
- Imposed $50 fine plus $50 fee for litter and debris at 825 Bald Eagle Dr, with 7 days to comply or $100/day per diem.
- Imposed $100 fine plus $50 fee for stormwater violation at 1271 Orange Ct, now in compliance.
- Certified liens for unpaid fines on 470 Elk Cir ($18,600) and 434 Tarpon Ct ($22,800), with daily accruals.
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will conduct elections for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Treasurer. The meeting includes discussions regarding the proposed millage rate and the August 2022 bonding capacity referendum. Additionally, the board will review the Collier Creek Sand Management Plan and beach raking invoices.
- Election of Board Members (Chair, Vice-Chair, and Treasurer)
- Discussion of August 2022 Bonding Capacity Referendum
- Discussion of Proposed Millage Rate
- Collier Creek Sand Management Plan review
- Approval of May Beach Raking Invoice
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved a $700,000 short-term loan request from the City of Marco Island for 10 months at the prevailing interest rate, and kept the millage rate at 1.5 mills for fiscal year 2022. The board also approved a $15,000 increase in the attorney's purchase order, authorized solicitation for alternative legal services, and approved the May beach raking invoice. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved the agenda and the May 20, 2021 minutes as amended.
- Retained current board officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer) for another year.
- Approved a $15,000 increase in the purchase order for Attorney Craig Woodward's fees.
- Authorized advertising for solicitation of legal services for the Hideaway Beach Tax District.
- Authorized Bond Council to begin work on the August 2022 bonding capacity referendum.
- Approved a request for a $700,000 loan from the City of Marco Island for 10 months at the prevailing interest rate.
- Approved keeping the millage rate at 1.5 mills for fiscal year 2022.
- Approved the May beach raking invoice.
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is considering construction contracts and pricing for Fire Station 50 and Veterans’ Community Park. The agenda also includes a request to continue a conditional use permit discussion for an RV garage on Honduras Avenue. Additionally, the council will recognize a $50,000 donation for trees at Veterans’ Community Park.
- Approval of construction contract and pricing for Fire Station 50
- Award of Construction Manager at Risk Contract for Veterans’ Community Park
- Continuation request for an RV garage permit at 1800 Honduras Avenue
- $50,000 donation from the Community Foundation of Collier County
- LCEC Equity Distribution of $23,977.09
The City Council approved the guaranteed maximum price of $12,592,673 for Fire Station 50 and authorized the City Manager to execute a Construction Manager at Risk contract with Manhattan Construction Company. It also approved the $11,015,244 guaranteed maximum price for Veterans' Community Park, authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 and use $527,349.75 from the City Reserve Fund. Both motions passed unanimously (7-0). The Council also approved a resolution to continue a conditional use permit hearing for a recreational vehicle garage at 1800 Honduras Avenue to the July 19 meeting.
- Approved $12,592,673 guaranteed maximum price for Fire Station 50 and authorized CMAR contract with Manhattan Construction (7-0)
- Approved $11,015,244 guaranteed maximum price for Veterans' Community Park and authorized use of $527,349.75 from City Reserve Fund (7-0)
- Approved resolution to continue CUP-21-000070 for RV garage at 1800 Honduras Avenue to July 19 meeting (7-0)
- Approved agenda and minutes of June 7, 2021 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a Capital Budget Workshop to review the FY 2022 CIP Presentation. The meeting includes a report regarding construction, repair, and maintenance options for citywide sidewalks.
- FY 2022 CIP Presentation
- Report on construction, repair, and maintenance options for citywide sidewalks
The City Council held a capital budget workshop where staff presented numerous unbudgeted capital projects for fiscal year 2022, including a street sweeper, streetlight pole refinishing, and various IT, police, and water/sewer items. Councilor Blonna proposed a $250,000/year Open Space Preservation Fund, and Councilor Irwin proposed a flora and fauna plan for Calusa Park. The Council discussed a potential referendum on assuming maintenance of residential sidewalks, but no formal decisions were made.
- No formal votes or approvals were taken during the workshop.
- Staff presented capital requests for FY2022, including a Tymco street sweeper, streetlight pole refinishing, and sidewalk repairs.
- Councilor Blonna proposed a $250,000/year Open Space Preservation Fund for five years.
- Councilor Irwin proposed commissioning a design consultant for a flora, fauna, and habitat plan at Calusa Park.
- Chair Grifoni suggested a referendum on citywide sidewalk maintenance, but no action was taken.
- Public comment supported the open space preservation fund.
Beautification Advisory Committee
The committee will hold a workshop to discuss updating the BAC website. The discussion includes a review of a website content survey and a presentation by Tracey Barnett.
- Discussion of BAC Website Review (ID 21-1619)
- Review of Beautification Committee Survey of Website Content
- Presentation to the BAC by Tracey Barnett
The Beautification Advisory Committee held a workshop to discuss updating its website. They decided to use the original City Council-approved resolution as the basis for revising the Mission Statement and identified possible resolutions for each website topic area. Member David Leaser was assigned to lead the webpage reorganization, with members to work individually and report updates at the next meeting. No formal votes or binding decisions were made.
- Assigned Member Leaser to lead webpage reorganization
- Agreed to use original City Council-approved resolution as basis for Mission Statement update
- Identified possible resolutions for each website topic area
- Members to work individually and report updates at next meeting
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The committee will review Audubon Western Everglades quarterly season statistics. Members will also discuss permission letters for gopher tortoise sign replacement on private properties and proposed locations for new road crossing signs. The agenda includes discussion regarding a Green Business Award and the Gopher Tortoise Safe Harbor Program.
- Audubon Western Everglades Quarterly Season Stats presentation
- Gopher tortoise protection sign replacement permission letters
- Proposed locations for additional gopher tortoise crossing road signs
- Green Business Award discussion
- Gopher Tortoise Safe Harbor Program discussion
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved allocating $1,000 toward the Gopher Tortoise Survey Program and $2,500 for purchasing and installing gopher tortoise crossing signs and burrowing owl signs at several locations on the island. They also approved replacing gopher tortoise protection signs on private properties and dropping the Green Business Award from this year's budget. The committee gave Chair O'Donnell permission to determine locations for additional gopher tortoise crossing road signs.
- Approved the agenda and the May 19, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Approved Gopher Tortoise protection sign replacement on private properties permission letters.
- Gave Chair O'Donnell permission to determine locations for additional Gopher Tortoise Crossing Road Signs.
- Approved dropping the Green Business Award from this year's budget.
- Approved allocating $1,000 toward the Gopher Tortoise Survey Program and $2,500 for purchasing and installing gopher tortoise crossing signs and burrowing owl signs.
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The scheduled meeting for the Marco Island Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee was cancelled. The agenda included discussions regarding Calusa Park, Mackle Park bocce courts, and gazebo relocation at Veterans' Community Park.
- Calusa Park Master Plan presentation selection
- Mackle Park Bocce Courts discussion
- Veterans' Community Park Gazebo Relocation
- Leigh Plummer Park
City Council
The City Council will consider contracts for sidewalk construction and annual street resurfacing. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding opioid litigation and proposals for employee and citizen surveys. Additionally, the council will review committee appointments and hurricane preparedness presentations.
- $573,563.33 contract for San Marco Road Sidewalk Shared Use Pathway
- $1,570,369.31 contract for 2021 Annual Street Resurfacing Project
- Resolution authorizing a memorandum of understanding regarding opioid litigation
- Proposal for employee and citizen surveys
- Appointments to Beach & Coastal Resources, Beautification, and Waterways Advisory Committees
The City Council approved a $1,570,369.31 contract for the 2021 Annual Street Resurfacing Project with Preferred Materials, Inc., and authorized a Memorandum of Understanding regarding opioid litigation. It also approved a $573,563.33 contract for the San Marco Road sidewalk shared use pathway, and authorized an employee engagement survey with Polco National Research Center. The City Manager withdrew his request for a residency waiver, and the Council directed staff to engage with the Historical Society and appointed Councilor Brechnitz to a stakeholder task force.
- Approved $1,570,369.31 street resurfacing contract with Preferred Materials, Inc. (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-24 authorizing opioid litigation MOU (7-0)
- Approved $573,563.33 sidewalk contract with American Design Engineering Construction, Inc. (consent agenda)
- Approved employee engagement survey with Polco National Research Center (6-1)
- Approved consent agenda including committee appointments (7-0)
- Approved minutes of May 17, 2021 meetings (7-0)
- City Manager withdrew residency waiver request (consensus)
- Appointed Councilor Brechnitz to Collier County Stakeholder Task Force (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved a conditional use permit for a recreational vehicle garage at 1800 Honduras Ave. and voted to forward a recommendation of approval for the Draft Comprehensive Plan Update to the City Council. Both motions passed unanimously with 6 votes in favor and one member absent. The meeting also included approval of the agenda and prior meeting minutes.
- Approved conditional use permit for RV garage at 1800 Honduras Ave. (6-0)
- Forwarded recommendation to transmit Draft Comprehensive Plan Update to City Council (6-0)
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved May 7, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss projects for the 2022 fiscal year budget. The meeting includes reviews of public murals, seasonal light displays, and plans for beach access path beautification.
- Discussion of 2022 Fiscal Year Budget
- Public Beach Access Path Beautification ideas and action plan
- Review of Public Murals next steps
- Fertilizer Card Distribution Plan
- Presentation on BAC website content survey
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved selecting the next lowest-priced vendor to print fertilizer information cards after the first-choice vendor did not respond. They also scheduled a special workshop on June 16, 2021 to address the committee's website content. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were deferred to future meetings.
- Approved selecting next lowest-priced vendor for fertilizer cards (4-0)
- Scheduled special workshop on June 16, 2021 for website content review
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved May 5, 2021 minutes (4-0)
- Extended meeting to 5:05 PM (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.
The Foundation will review a 90% draft plan for the Veterans' Community Park. The meeting also includes discussions regarding estimated costs for a Gateway Arch and Boardwalk, as well as marketing strategies to solicit funds for projects.
- Kimley Horn 90% Draft Plan for Veterans' Community Park presentation
- Estimated costs of Gateway Arch and Boardwalk
- Discussion on marketing to solicit funds for projects
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation Board voted to allow Director Cox to participate and vote by phone. The board heard a presentation on the 90% draft plan for Veterans' Community Park and discussed cost estimates for a gateway arch and boardwalk, as well as fundraising efforts, including a $50,000 contribution from the Collier County Community Foundation. No formal decisions were made on these items.
- Approved telephonic participation and voting for Director Cox (4-0-2-2)
- Heard presentation on 90% draft plan for Veterans' Community Park
- Discussed preliminary cost estimates for gateway arch and boardwalk
- Noted $50,000 contribution from Collier County Community Foundation
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate is reviewing numerous individual cases involving local code violations. These include issues with right-of-way sidewalks, noise prohibitions, and construction-related silt fences. The agenda also includes requests for the mitigation of fines.
- Multiple cases regarding Right of Way Sidewalk maintenance
- Cases concerning General Noise Prohibitions
- Violations related to Silt Fence and Stormwater Pollution
- Cases involving No Building Permits or staging without permits
- Requests for the mitigation of fines
The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate heard numerous cases involving right-of-way sidewalk violations, noise complaints, building permit issues, and other code violations. The Magistrate imposed fines, administrative fees, and deadlines for compliance, with per diem fines for continued non-compliance. One case was dismissed, and several were continued.
- Imposed $25 fine and 30/60-day permit deadlines for sidewalk violations at 258 S. Heathwood Dr., 252 N. Barfield Dr., 450 N. Barfield Dr., 474 N. Barfield Dr., 800 Chestnut Ct., 148 Columbus Way, 158 W. Flamingo Cir., 716 Seagrape Dr., 850 Eubanks Ct., 650 Yellowbird St., 840 Willow Ct., 88 Algonquin Ct., 964 N. Barfield Dr.
- Dismissed case 19-0954 (2020 Sheffield Ave.)
- Imposed $250 fine for noise violation at 165 Beachcomber St.
- Imposed $250 fine and 30-day compliance for outside storage at 10 Marco Lake Dr.
- Imposed $50 fine for work without permit at 340 Regatta St.
- Imposed $2,000 fine for noise violation at 916 Loyalty Ave.
- Imposed $500 fine for illicit discharge at 980 Abaco Ct. (contractor only)
- Certified order for tiki hut demolition at 1783 N. Bahama Ave with $59,500 fine and $250/day per diem
Waterways Advisory Committee
The committee will review April water quality test results and an Environmental Research & Design, Inc. report. Discussions include investigations into clam and oyster bed renourishment and sea grass renourishment direction. The agenda also covers residential stormwater discharge education plans.
- Clam & Oyster Bed Renourishment Investigation
- Sea Grass Renourishment Direction
- April Water Quality Test Results
- Residential Stormwater Discharges Community Info & Education Plan
- Underwater Dock Lighting in Canals
The committee approved its agenda and April minutes, heard that April water quality was good, and discussed several topics including dock lighting, stormwater discharges, and clam/oyster bed renourishment. It voted to cancel the June 17 meeting and will reconvene July 15. No formal decisions were made on the substantive topics; most were deferred pending City Council direction.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved April 15, 2021 minutes (5-0)
- Cancelled June 17, 2021 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The board will consider approving $11,500 for permit fees related to the Nearshore Borrow Area Expansion. Members will also discuss proposed millage rates and loan documents for construction funding. Updates on the Tigertail Lagoon and Sand Dollar Island projects are also scheduled.
- Approval of $11,500 to FDEP for Nearshore Borrow Area Expansion permit fees
- Discussion of proposed millage rate
- Discussion of loan documents for construction funding
- Update on the Nearshore Borrow Area Expansion Plan
- Discussion regarding a 2022 referendum to renew bonding capacity
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved several expenditures, including $48,638 for Humiston & Moore to respond to a request for additional information on the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island environmental mapping and monitoring plan, and $1,820 for Coastal Engineering Consultants to survey and prepare a sketch and legal description for a sand trap. The board also approved $11,500 in permit fees to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and a $3,045.33 beach raking invoice. Discussions on loan documents, millage rate, and a potential 2022 referendum were deferred to the June meeting.
- Approved $48,638 for Humiston & Moore scope of services for environmental mapping and monitoring plan (5-0)
- Approved $1,820 for Coastal Engineering Consultants for sand trap survey and legal description (5-0)
- Approved $11,500 payment to FDEP for nearshore borrow area expansion permit fees (5-0)
- Approved $3,045.33 beach raking invoice for April 2021 (5-0)
- Approved agenda as amended to discuss loan documents before millage rate (5-0)
- Approved minutes of April 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)
- Approved allowing board members participating via telephone to vote on all matters (3-0, 2 abstentions)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will discuss the 2021 Beach Goals and the replacement of gopher tortoise signs. The meeting also includes introducing new member Jim Scarpa and recognizing former Chair Maria Lamb for six years of service.
- Introduction of new committee member Jim Scarpa
- Recognition of former Chair Maria Lamb for six years of service
- Review of March 17, 2021, draft meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2021 Beach Goals
- Gopher Tortoise Sign Replacement
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee met and approved its agenda and the draft minutes from March 17, 2021, both by unanimous vote. The committee also recognized former chair Maria Lamb for six years of volunteer service and discussed beach goals and gopher tortoise sign replacement. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved March 17, 2021 draft minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss FY22 budget initiatives and consider approving thirty-nine tree locations for the Calusa Park Master Plan. The meeting also includes a dog park presentation and a review of pickleball court rules at the Racquet Center.
- Approval of thirty-nine tree locations for the Calusa Park Master Plan
- Discussion of FY22 budget initiatives
- Dog park presentation from Miguel and Martha
- Review of pickleball court rules at the Racquet Center
- Discussion regarding Veterans' Community Park
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved an amended FY22 budget request list, including items for pickleball courts, park improvements, and tree replenishment. They also approved 39 tree locations at Calusa Park and agreed to purchase two pickleball court rule signs using FY21 funds. The committee discussed dog park improvements and deferred the Mackle Park bocce courts discussion to June 15, 2021.
- Approved amended FY22 budget requests (7-0)
- Approved 39 tree locations at Calusa Park and recommended program expansion to City Council (7-0)
- Approved using FY21 funds to purchase two pickleball court rule signs at Racquet Center
- Agreed to add dog park improvements (moving palm tree and fire hydrant) to budget initiatives
- Postponed Mackle Park bocce courts discussion to June 15, 2021
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a site development plan amendment for the Publix on South Barfield Drive. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a beach mat proposal and a vacation rental report. Additionally, council members will review funding for improvements to City Hall and its annex.
- Site development plan amendment for Publix at 175 South Barfield Drive
- Purchase of a sewer cleaning combination truck for $448,075.00
- Contract for the 2021 4th of July fireworks show for $65,000
- Funding for improvements to City Hall and the City Hall Annex
- Engineering services for water/wastewater testing for $67,500
The Marco Island City Council approved a $719,103 funding package for the first phase of the Master Space Plan to improve and outfit City Hall and the City Hall Annex. The council also approved a resolution declaring surplus property for sale, authorized a letter to Congressman Donalds regarding a coastal storm risk management study, and approved up to $65,000 plus donations for the 4th of July fireworks show. A proposal to enter into an Urban County Cooperation Agreement for CDBG funding was declined by consensus, and the council discussed short-term vacation rentals and beach mat accessibility without taking action on those items.
- Approved $719,103 for City Hall and Annex improvements (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-23 declaring surplus property and directing sale process (7-0)
- Approved letter to Congressman Donalds on coastal storm risk study (7-0)
- Approved up to $65,000 plus donations for 4th of July fireworks (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $448,075 sewer vacuum truck purchase (7-0)
- Approved letter to Collier County supporting beach mat system at South Beach (7-0)
- Declined to enter Urban County Cooperation Agreement for CDBG program (consensus)
- Approved May 3, 2021 minutes as amended (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a workshop regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 budget guidance and assumptions. This session includes discussion of budget priorities under ID 21-1547 and Ordinance 19-10.
- Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Guidance (ID 21-1547)
- Review of budget priorities and assumptions
- Discussion regarding Ordinance 19-10
The City Council held a budget workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget Guidance and Assumptions document. Finance Director Guillermo Polanco presented the document and answered council questions. No formal decisions were made; the workshop was informational only.
- Reviewed FY 2021-2022 Budget Guidance & Assumptions document (no vote taken)
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved a Site Development Plan Amendment for Publix at 175 S. Barfield Drive, allowing landscape changes, added ADA spaces, and pervious pavers. The board also voted to continue discussion on an ordinance changing the approval process for site development plans to the July 2, 2021 meeting. Both motions passed unanimously (6-0).
- Approved Publix Site Development Plan Amendment (SDP-21-000085) (6-0)
- Continued ordinance on SDP/SDPA/SIP approval process to July 2, 2021 (6-0)
- Approved March 19, 2021 minutes as amended (6-0)
- Approved April 2, 2021 minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear staff updates, and discuss several beautification projects. Old business includes a fertilizer card update, website content prioritization, public murals, and the 2022 Marco-In-Bloom contest leadership. New business covers a seasonal light display at Judge SS Jolley Bridge, a beach access path beautification project, and a citizen suggestion about a fence at Calusa Park.
- Fertilizer card update with ordinance and printing quotes
- Public murals report and next steps
- Seasonal light display at Judge SS Jolley Bridge
- Public beach access path beautification/re-design project
- Fence 'softening' at Calusa Park
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved the agenda as amended and the April 1, 2021 minutes. They selected Marco Printing to print the fertilizer information card and discussed several beautification projects, including beach access improvements and bridge decorations. No public comments were received.
- Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved April 1, 2021 minutes (5-0)
- Selected Marco Printing for fertilizer card (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Marco Island City Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including new sidewalks on Inlet Drive and Bald Eagle Drive. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a conditional use permit regarding an RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive. Additionally, the council will discuss the 2021 Fourth of July fireworks show.
- Contract award for Inlet Drive Sidewalk Shared Use Pathway ($576,055.59)
- Contract award for Bald Eagle Drive Shared Use Pathway ($570,460.00)
- Conditional Use Permit for an RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive
- Purchase order for Mackle Park playground shade structures ($58,700.00)
- Grant agreement for San Marco Road & Heathwood Drive drainage project
The City Council approved the revised 90% construction cost estimate of $10,712,587 for the Veterans' Community Park project, with Councilor Rola dissenting. The Council also awarded two sidewalk construction contracts to Coastal Site Development totaling $1,146,515.59, approved a conditional use permit for an RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive, and authorized planning for the 2021 Fourth of July fireworks show.
- Approved revised Veterans' Community Park 90% construction cost estimate of $10,712,587 (6-1, Rola no)
- Awarded Inlet Drive Sidewalk Shared Use Pathway contract to Coastal Site Development for $576,055.59 (7-0)
- Awarded Bald Eagle Drive Shared Use Pathway contract to Coastal Site Development for $570,460.00 (7-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive (7-0)
- Approved contract for Fruit Farm Creek Mangrove Restoration engineering services (7-0)
- Authorized planning and contracting for 2021 Fourth of July Fireworks Show (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $58,700 for Mackle Park playground shade structures and hazard mitigation grant agreement (7-0)
- Approved agenda as amended and minutes of April 19, 2021 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council is conducting a workshop to review various draft elements of the city's Comprehensive Plan. This includes reviewing updated drafts for transportation, conservation, infrastructure, and parks. These revisions incorporate comments from Planning Board reviews.
- Review of Transportation Element draft
- Review of Conservation and Coastal Element draft
- Review of Capital Improvements Element draft
- Review of Infrastructure Element draft
- Review of Parks Element draft
The City Council held a workshop to review and provide input on several elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including Capital Improvements, Infrastructure, Parks, Transportation, Conservation & Coastal, Intergovernmental Coordination, and Glossary. The Council determined a revised schedule for the plan's submission to the State, with a Planning Board review set for June 4 and a final City Council review on June 21, 2021. Further input on the Housing element was deferred pending review of state statute and examples from other municipalities. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop for discussion and direction.
- Set revised schedule for Comprehensive Plan: Planning Board review June 4, final Council review June 21, 2021
- Deferred input on Housing element pending review of state statute and other municipal examples
- Reviewed and provided input on edited drafts of seven Comprehensive Plan elements
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board is reviewing updates on the Tigertail/Sand Dollar Island Restoration permit submittal and budget. The meeting also includes discussions on beach erosion near Collier Creek, loan approval processes, and resident communications.
- Update on Tigertail/Sand Dollar Island Restoration permit submittal and budget
- Status of Beach Tilling Contract Award to Eastman Aggregate Enterprises LLC
- Report on loan approval process insights with $1 million and $3 million preliminary numbers
- Discussion regarding beach erosion near Collier Creek and Tee Groins 18 & 19
- Legal review regarding beach raking equipment use and maintenance
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved a $22,100 scope of work for permitting and surveys for the Tigertail/Sand Dollar Island restoration project, aiming to complete it before the 2022 turtle nesting season. The board also approved payments for beach raking bills totaling $9,373.05, recognized the tractor raking lease as starting December 1, 2020, and accepted monthly invoicing from the City. Additionally, the board discussed a potential FDEP loan application and deferred several items to future meetings.
- Approved $22,100 scope of work for Tigertail/Sand Dollar Island restoration permits (5-0)
- Approved beach raking billings of $6,728.90 (Dec-Feb) and $2,644.15 (March) (5-0)
- Approved recognizing tractor raking lease as beginning December 1, 2020 (5-0)
- Approved monthly invoicing from City calculated weekly (5-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved minutes of Feb 18 and Mar 25, 2021 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate is reviewing numerous cases regarding property violations throughout Marco Island. These cases include issues with building permits, erosion control, and construction site litter. The agenda also includes a request to mitigate fines for 990 Scott Dr.
- Case #20-0887: Signage at 267 N. Collier Blvd.
- Case #21-0306: Erosion control and construction site litter at 287 Polynesia Ct.
- Case #21-0402: Vehicle and commercial vehicle parking at 1234 Jamaica Rd.
- Case #21-0502: Erosion control and construction site litter at 390 Wales Ct.
- Request to mitigate fines for Case #17-0883 at 990 Scott Dr.
The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate heard numerous cases involving code violations such as no building permits, erosion control failures, and signage issues. Fines were imposed in most cases, with specific deadlines for compliance and potential per-diem fines for non-compliance. Two cases were continued, and one stipulated agreement was approved.
- Reduced fine to $1 for sign violation at 267 N. Collier Blvd. (20-0887)
- Approved stipulated agreement with $1,000 fine for occupancy violation at 900 Caxambas Dr. (20-1427)
- Imposed $500 fine for failed seawall and nuisance pool at 434 Tarpon Ct. (20-1712)
- Dismissed erosion control case at 1108 Strawberry Ct. (21-0190) due to certificate of completion
- Imposed $250 fine for no building permit at 10 South Seas Ct. (21-0247)
- Imposed $950 fine for erosion control and burrowing owl protection violation at 390 Wales Ct. (21-0502)
- Approved stipulated agreement for fine mitigation at 990 Scott Dr. (17-0883)
- Continued cases at 10 Marco Lake Dr. (21-0304) and 482 Pepperwood Ct. (21-0483)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review draft elements for the city's Comprehensive Plan update. The presentation includes proposed changes to parks, open space, infrastructure, and capital improvements.
- Review of draft Parks and Open Space elements
- Review of draft Infrastructure element
- Review of draft Capital Improvements element
- Review of draft Glossary
The Marco Island Planning Board met and reviewed draft elements of the Comprehensive Plan Update, including Parks and Open Space, Capital Improvements, Infrastructure, and Glossary. The board discussed the Infrastructure Element extensively but took no formal action on the draft. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with agenda approval and no other substantive decisions.
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Reviewed draft Comprehensive Plan Update elements (no vote)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss FY22 budget initiatives and receive an update on the San Marco Wellness Way PUD Park agreement. Staff will also provide reports regarding Racquet Center instructors and court locking times.
- Approval of 39 tree locations for Calusa Park Master Plan
- Update on San Marco 'Wellness Way' PUD Park equipment plan
- Discussion of FY22 budget initiatives
- Staff report regarding Racquet Center instructors and court locking times
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee reviewed the 90% value engineering log for the Veterans' Community Park construction project and approved two cost-saving changes (reducing saw palmetto tree sizes and switching to green marble chip at landscape berms) while rejecting eight other proposed cuts, including synthetic turf removal and playground equipment reductions. The committee also approved the amended agenda and minutes, and discussed new Racquet Center rules, which were deferred for further review. No public comment was made, and two old business items (FY22 budget and Calusa Park tree locations) were deferred to future meetings.
- Approved reducing saw palmetto trees from 15 GAL to 7 GAL, except behind bandshell (HS1)
- Approved changing Mexican Beach Pebble to Green Marble Chip at landscape berms (HS2)
- Rejected Mexican Beach Pebble to Black Granite Chip change (HS4)
- Rejected removing synthetic turf for Bermuda Grass (HS13)
- Rejected playground equipment savings leaving only twist sculpture (HS16)
- Rejected restroom fixture substitutions (M1)
- Rejected alternate light fixtures package (E6)
- Rejected deletion of seat wall strip light (E11)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including site plans for Veterans Community Park and cost updates for Fire Station 50. They will also consider supplemental agreements with FDOT to increase funding for sidewalk projects on Inlet Drive and Bald Eagle Drive. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation on the FY 2020 annual financial audit results.
- Increased funding for Inlet Drive Sidewalk/Shared Use Pathway Project to $579,350.00
- Increased funding for Bald Eagle Drive Sidewalk/Shared Use Pathway Project to $559,460.00
- Approval of Site Development Plan for Veterans Community Park at 901 Park Avenue
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report audit results
- Update on Fire Station 50 construction cost estimates and project status
The Marco Island City Council approved the 90% construction cost estimate of $10,484,184 for Veterans' Community Park, along with the site development plan. They also approved a $579,350 sidewalk project on Inlet Drive and a $559,460 sidewalk project on Bald Eagle Drive, both funded through FDOT agreements. The council authorized converting a staff vacancy to a project manager position and approved the Fire Station 50 construction estimate.
- Approved Veterans' Community Park 90% construction cost estimate of $10,484,184 (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-16 approving Site Development Plan for Veterans' Community Park at 901 Park Avenue (7-0)
- Approved FDOT LAP supplemental agreement for Inlet Drive sidewalk project, increasing funding to $579,350 (consent agenda)
- Approved FDOT LAP supplemental agreement for Bald Eagle Drive sidewalk project, increasing funding to $559,460 (consent agenda)
- Approved authorization to convert one staff vacancy to Project Manager and one part-time position to full-time (6-1)
- Approved Fire Station 50 90% construction estimate as submitted by Manhattan Construction (7-0)
- Approved appointments to Audit Advisory Committee: William Rogers, Elle Hunt, Peter Marascio, Robert Hughes (7-0)
- Approved Stephen Koziar as Marco Island's representative to Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Waterways Advisory Committee
The Waterways Advisory Committee will review the Marco Water Baseline 2020 v2 report. The agenda also includes a debrief of the April 8 Water Quality Info & Education Session and approval of March meeting minutes.
- Approval of March 18, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of March 26, 2021 meeting minutes
- Water Quality Status Report presentation
- Debrief of April 8 Water Quality Info & Education Session
The committee approved the minutes from its March 18 and March 26 meetings, and received a water quality status report from Member Wordehoff. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on routine approvals, staff updates, and a debrief of an April 8 water quality education session.
- Approved minutes of March 18, 2021 meeting
- Approved minutes of March 26, 2021 special-called meeting
Administrative Meetings
This administrative meeting consists of a workshop focused on Marco Island's water quality. Presentations will cover the history of impaired water quality, the city's MS4 Program, and recommended best practices from the Waterways Advisory Committee.
- Presentation on the causes of Marco Island's impaired water quality
- Update on the Marco Island MS4 Program
- Review of Waterways Advisory Committee recommended best practices
The City Council held an administrative meeting on April 8, 2021, as a Water Quality Information & Education Workshop. Presentations were given by councilors, staff, and committee members on the causes of impaired water quality, the city's MS4 stormwater program, and best practices recommended by the Waterways Advisory Committee. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and included public comments.
- Held a water quality education workshop with presentations from councilors, staff, and committee members.
- Received a presentation on what impaired water quality means and how Marco Island reached that status.
- Received a presentation on the city's MS4 stormwater program.
- Received a presentation on best practices recommended by the Waterways Advisory Committee.
- Opened the floor for public comments and questions.
- Adjourned the meeting.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is conducting a workshop regarding FY22 budget requests. The meeting focuses on reviewing proposed park initiatives.
- FY22 Park Initiatives (ID 21-1432)
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee held a budget workshop and unanimously agreed to convert Racquet Center court one into a permanent pickleball hard court. They also discussed various park improvements, including hydration stations, a restroom at Leigh Plummer Park, and a soccer goal at Mackle Park, but deferred decisions on new facilities pending the Comprehensive Plan. No formal budget was approved; the meeting was a workshop for FY22 budget requests.
- Unanimously agreed to convert Racquet Center court one to a permanent pickleball hard court (7-0)
- Agreed to wait for the Comprehensive Plan before deciding on new pickleball facility or clay court conversion
- Discussed resurfacing Racquet Center court two, with staff reviewing schedule
- Requested staff obtain estimate for hydration stations at parks
- Agreed to add a park sign and durable trash receptacles at Jane Hitler Park
- Agreed to add a medium-sized soccer goal at Mackle Park to replace vandalized one
- Agreed to add a climbing apparatus and benches in shaded areas at Mackle Park playground
- Designated Leigh Plummer Park turtle structure conversion as a special project
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request to change the designation of 40 South Heathwood Drive to a Planned Unit Development. The agenda also includes approvals for several water utility contracts and infrastructure repairs.
- Second reading of ordinance to rezone San Marco Senior Living to a Planned Unit Development
- Contract for North Water Treatment Plant sludge hauling estimated at $234,877.50 annually
- Contract for South Water Treatment Plant well acidification for $299,475.40
- Purchase order for Goldenrod Bridge water main replacement for $128,700.00
- Change order for generator connector cables and plugs totaling $197,750.00
The City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 21-06, rezoning 40 South Heathwood Drive from Commercial Professional C-1 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for the San Marco Senior Living facility, with a 6-1 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, including contracts for generators, lime sludge hauling, well acidification, and a water main replacement. A motion to reconsider the Mainsail Apartments impact fee resolution failed, and a motion to advance an ad hoc business development committee was also denied.
- Approved rezoning for San Marco Senior Living at 40 South Heathwood Dr (6-1)
- Approved consent agenda including $197,750 generator change order, $234,877.50 lime sludge contract, $299,475.40 well acidification, and $128,700 water main replacement
- Denied reconsideration of Resolution 21-15 on Mainsail Apartments impact fees (2-5)
- Denied advancing ad hoc Business Development and Redevelopment Advisory Committee (3-4)
- Approved minutes of March 4 workshop, March 15 special meeting, and amended March 15 meeting minutes (all 7-0)
- Declared April 10 as Gopher Tortoise Day and April as Water Conservation Month
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
⚠️ FEMA flood zone AE at this address
🏢 Building at this address: 6 m tall
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a conditional use permit to construct an RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive. The board will also review the minutes from the March 5, 2021 meeting.
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP-21-000024) for an RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive
- Approval of March 5, 2021 Planning Board meeting minutes
The Marco Island Planning Board approved a conditional use permit (CUP-21-000024) to construct an RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive. The motion carried unanimously (7-0). The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 5, 2021 meeting, with an amendment.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved March 5, 2021 minutes as amended (7-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for RV garage at 839 Inlet Drive (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 3, 2021 meeting. Public Works Director Pinter reported that the utility box wrap vendor will inspect all installations and complete repairs in April. The committee also heard recommendations for trees at Marco Lake and discussed new projects from City Council, including seasonal lighting and beach access path improvements.
- Approved the meeting agenda by voice vote (4 yes).
- Approved the March 3, 2021 meeting minutes by voice vote (4 yes).
- Heard that the utility box wrap vendor will inspect all 11 installations and complete repairs in April.
- Heard recommendations for shade and palm trees for Marco Lake; committee asked for a placement plan.
- Discussed new City Council requests for seasonal lighting at the Jolley Bridge and beach access path improvements.
- Noted that no members volunteered to lead the Marco-In-Bloom program for 2022.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to review draft updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan. The presentation includes proposed changes to land use, transportation, housing, and conservation elements.
- Future Land Use Element draft presentation
- Transportation Element draft presentation
- Housing Element draft presentation
- Conservation and Coastal Management Element draft presentation
- Intergovernmental Coordination Element draft presentation
The City Council held a workshop to review draft elements of the Comprehensive Plan, focusing on Future Land Use, Transportation, and Housing. No formal decisions were made, but the Council directed that another workshop be scheduled for three hours of further discussion. The next workshop will include Future Land Use maps and tables.
- Scheduled additional Comprehensive Plan workshop for three hours of discussion
- Directed presenters to bring Future Land Use maps and tables to next workshop
City Council
This meeting is a City Council lunch workshop. The provided agenda contains only procedural items and general topics of common interest.
The City Council met for a lunch workshop with no predetermined agenda, discussing a range of topics informally. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made during the meeting. Topics included the Veterans' Community Park Project, bike path lighting, beach access, noise ordinance, and potential Independence Day festivities.
- No formal decisions were made; the workshop was for discussion only.
- Discussed the status and evolution of the Veterans' Community Park Project.
- Discussed continued bike path development and lighting extending to the Goodland Bridge.
- Discussed preparing public beach access areas for the summer tourist season.
- Discussed the adequacy of waterway navigation markers and off-island litter management.
- Discussed the status of the recently-revised Noise Ordinance.
- Discussed potential re-instatement of the Island's Independence Day festivities.
- Discussed traffic, parking, public transportation, and future development along Hwy 951.
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review numerous property violation cases. These include issues with silt fences, building permits, and sidewalk maintenance. The meeting also includes requests to mitigate fines for previous violations.
- Review of silt fence and staging permit violations across multiple properties
- Case # 21-0178 regarding illegal dumping at 391 Marquesas Ct.
- Case # 21-0249 regarding illicit discharge at 1095 N Collier Blvd.
- Requests to mitigate fines for cases on Galleon Ave and N Collier Blvd.
- Review of noise citations at 564 5th Ave and 560 Seagrape Dr.
The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate heard dozens of cases on March 30, 2021, imposing fines for violations such as sidewalk maintenance, silt fence issues, staging without permits, noise, and work without permits. Several cases were dismissed, continued, or closed. The magistrate also approved a stipulated agreement for a fine mitigation request and ordered a lien released.
- Imposed $25 fine for sidewalk violation at 65 Anchor Ct. (case 18-1116)
- Imposed $25 fine for sidewalk violation at 1240 Laurel Ct. (case 19-0277)
- Imposed $25 fine for sidewalk violation at 833 Dandelion Ct. (case 19-1565)
- Imposed $250 fine for public nuisance at 556 5th Ave. (case 21-0009)
- Dismissed staging case at 892 Banyan Ct. after extension confirmed (case 21-0161)
- Approved $8,900 fine mitigation agreement for 190 N. Collier Blvd. (case 18-0510)
- Ordered lien release for 1480 Galleon Ave. (case 17-0932)
- Continued fine mitigation case for 267 N Collier Blvd. (case 20-0887)
Waterways Advisory Committee
The Waterways Advisory Committee held a special-called meeting to review, revise, and re-prioritize Chair Crain's 'best practices' list for reducing stormwater runoff, ahead of its presentation at the April 8, 2021 public Water Quality Workshop. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was discussion-only, with input from former committee member Robert Roth, City Stormwater Engineer Jason Tomassetti, and Councilor Richard Blonna.
- Reviewed and revised Chair Crain's 'best practices' list (no vote recorded)
- Re-prioritized the list for presentation at April 8 workshop (no vote recorded)
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The Board will discuss updated permit plans for the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island environment restoration. The meeting also includes a review of a beach tilling proposal and financial reports.
- Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Environment Restoration update
- CEC Near Shore Borrow Area Extension permit modification letter
- Beach Tilling Proposal
- Review of Hideaway Finance
- Public Relations Plan
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved the updated Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island restoration plan and directed Humiston & Moore Engineers to submit for permits. It also approved Coastal Engineering Consultants' plan to extend the near-shore borrow area and submit for permits, and approved a $12,225 quote from Eastman Aggregates for one-time beach tilling. The board deferred approval of the February 18 meeting minutes to April, and hired RDS Communications Group for a communications plan.
- Approved updated Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island restoration plan and directed Humiston & Moore to submit for permits (5-0).
- Approved Coastal Engineering Consultants' near-shore borrow area extension plan and directed permit submission (5-0).
- Approved $12,225 quote from Eastman Aggregates for one-time beach tilling (5-0).
- Deferred approval of February 18, 2021 minutes to April meeting due to inaccuracies (5-0).
- Approved hiring RDS Communications Group for the Tigertail communications plan, with Member Ryan as contact (5-0).
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Administrative Meetings
The meeting was a training workshop for city board and committee members, covering their responsibilities and legal/ethical requirements. No formal decisions were made; it was an informational session led by the city attorney and an outside attorney.
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review a presentation regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update. This includes draft elements for housing, coastal and conservation, and intergovernmental coordination.
- Presentation of Draft Housing Element
- Presentation of Draft Coastal and Conservation Element
- Presentation of Draft Intergovernmental Coordination Element
The Planning Board heard a presentation on draft updates to the Comprehensive Plan's Housing, Coastal and Conservation, and Intergovernmental Coordination elements. Board members discussed septic systems, water quality, wildlife, and suggested word changes. No formal decisions were made on the draft elements. The meeting was procedural and informational only.
- Approved the meeting agenda as presented.
- Heard a presentation on draft Comprehensive Plan elements (Housing, Coastal and Conservation, Intergovernmental Coordination).
- Discussed suggested word changes and definitions for the draft elements.
- No formal action was taken on the draft plan elements.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Waterways Advisory Committee
The Waterways Advisory Committee will discuss the Marco Water Baseline 2020 and proposed Marco Water Standards for 2021. The committee is also scheduled to review recommended best management practices.
- Review of Marco Water Baseline 2020
- Discussion of Marco Water Standards 2021
- Review of Recommended Best Management Practices
- Approval of February 18, 2021 meeting minutes
The Waterways Advisory Committee approved a motion authorizing Stormwater Engineer Tomassetti to request Collier County's agreement to receive, test, and report measurements of a single month's Marco Island water quality sample identical in date, time, and source location to samples taken by the City's current testing resource. The motion was made by Member Wordehoff, seconded by Member Thompson, and carried by consensus voice vote. The committee also approved the agenda and the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting involved staff communications, public comment, and discussion of water quality data and standards.
- Approved the meeting agenda by voice vote (6-0).
- Approved the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes by voice vote (6-0).
- Approved motion to authorize Stormwater Engineer Tomassetti to ask Collier County to test an identical water sample for comparison (consensus voice vote, 6-0).
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The committee will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair and introduce four new members. The agenda also includes reviewing the FY21 budget balance, a Gopher Tortoise Proclamation, and 2021 beach goals.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Introduction of new members Jim Scarpa, Sally Ganem, Linda Ryan, and Pat Barber
- Review of FY21 Committee Budget & Balance
- Gopher Tortoise Proclamation
- Review of 2021 Beach Goals
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee elected Nathaniel O'Donnell as Chair and Robert Eastman as Vice-Chair, each by a 4-0 vote with one member absent. The committee also approved the agenda and the minutes from November 18, 2020, and January 29, 2021. Staff discussed Sunshine Law training, presentation guidelines, and the Gopher Tortoise survey program. The committee discussed the FY21 budget balance, a Gopher Tortoise Proclamation Day, and postponed setting 2021 beach goals to a future meeting.
- Elected Nathaniel O'Donnell as Chair (4-0, Scarpa absent)
- Elected Robert Eastman as Vice-Chair (4-0, Scarpa absent)
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0, Scarpa absent)
- Approved minutes of November 18, 2020 (4-0, Scarpa absent)
- Approved minutes of January 29, 2021 (4-0, Scarpa absent)
- Discussed FY21 budget balance and spending
- Discussed Gopher Tortoise Proclamation Day outreach
- Postponed 2021 beach goals discussion to next meeting
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss the Racquet Center and review FY22 park initiative budget requests. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the PRAC Foundation 501(c)(3). Approval of the February 16, 2021, minutes has been postponed to April 20, 2021.
- Racquet Center discussion
- FY22 Park Initiatives budget request (ID 21-1432)
- PRAC Foundation 501(c)(3) discussion
- March 2021 Staff Report (ID 21-1430)
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee discussed the Racquet Center, including court conversion costs and public feedback, but tabled decisions on court conversion and resurfacing for a future budget workshop. The committee also postponed approval of February minutes and the Calusa Park Master Plan to April 20, 2021, and requested a workshop for the FY22 budget.
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Postponed February 16, 2021 draft minutes to April 20, 2021
- Postponed Calusa Park Master Plan to April 20, 2021
- Tabled Racquet Center court conversion and Court 2 resurfacing for future budget workshop
- Requested FY22 budget workshop for Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
- Requested summary of free play schedule and court locking times for next meeting
- Requested canine ordinance be brought to next meeting and sent to Police Department
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council approved Resolution 21-15, which allows an alternative water and wastewater impact fee calculation for the Mainsail Apartments project, reducing the developer's fees. The Council also voted to continue the review of the Veterans' Community Park site development plan to a later date, after concerns were raised about project cost and scope. Additionally, the Council approved the selection of Cartegraph Solutions for an enterprise asset management system and directed the City Manager to create a bid package for the 2021 Annual Pavement Resurfacing Program.
- Approved Resolution 21-15 for alternative water/wastewater impact fee calculation for Mainsail Apartments (6-1)
- Continued Resolution 21-16 for Veterans' Community Park site development plan to a later date (7-0)
- Approved Cartegraph Solutions as enterprise asset management system and Phase One funding (7-0)
- Directed City Manager to create bid package and advertise for 2021 Annual Pavement Resurfacing Program (7-0)
- Approved purchase order for a 2021 Ford F-150 for Fire Rescue Department, $49,735 (consent agenda)
- Approved agenda and minutes of previous meetings (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council is holding a special-called meeting featuring a presentation by Congressman Byron Donalds. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation by Congressman Byron Donalds
The City Council held a special-called meeting to hear a presentation from U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds, the first sitting congressman to address the council. He discussed pandemic response, federal spending, and other topics, and promised feedback on the coastal storm risk study. No formal decisions or votes were made.
- No formal actions taken; meeting was informational only
- Council received presentation from Congressman Byron Donalds
- Congressman Donalds committed to report back on USACE coastal study call
Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a resolution regarding the site development plan for Veterans Community Park located at 901 Park Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes from January 22 and February 5, 2021.
- Site Development Plan for Veterans Community Park (901 Park Avenue)
- Approval of January 22, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of February 5, 2021 meeting minutes
The Planning Board unanimously approved the Site Development Plan for Veterans Community Park at 901 Park Avenue, Marco Island, FL. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 22 and February 5, 2021 meetings, each by a 7-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Veterans Community Park Site Development Plan (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved January 22, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (7-0)
- Approved February 5, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council held a workshop to hear a presentation on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Report for Collier County. The plan, estimated at $2.9 billion, proposes structural and non-structural solutions across six study areas to mitigate sea level rise and storm surge through 2084. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with public comments and Council questions.
- Heard presentation on Army Corps' coastal storm risk management plan
- Received public comments on the proposed plan
- Adjourned workshop without taking formal action
Beautification Advisory Committee
The committee will review proposed trees for Marco Lake Drive and view pictures of wrapped utility box bases. The agenda also includes discussions regarding fertilizer ordinance cards and murals.
- Proposed trees for consideration for Marco Lake Drive
- Review of wrapped utility box base pictures
- Discussion of fertilizer ordinance cards and pricing
- Introduction of new committee member Ken Kramer
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved the agenda as amended and the February 3, 2021 minutes as amended. They discussed potential tree species for Marco Lake Drive and directed staff to review the list with the landscape services provider. They also reached consensus on a color version of a fertilizer information card and deferred the Adopt A Cul-de-Sac Program to a future date.
- Approved the agenda as amended to include the Tommie Barfield Elementary Shade Tree Landscaping Proposal and the Adopt A Cul-de-Sac Program.
- Approved the February 3, 2021 minutes as amended to reflect nominations for Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Directed Public Works Director to review the proposed tree species list for Marco Lake with the landscape services provider.
- Reached consensus on pursuing a color version of the fertilizer information card and printing 1,000 cards.
- Agreed to revisit the Adopt A Cul-de-Sac Program at a future time.
- Agreed to have Member Nesmith lead gathering information on public murals for a future recommendation.
- Directed staff to contact the petitioner about the Tommie Barfield Elementary shade tree proposal to suggest contacting the School District.
- Deferred website page improvements to a future meeting agenda.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council adopted Ordinance 21-04 on second reading, amending Section 2-204 to change the maximum term for citizen service on City committees and boards. The council also directed the City Manager to continue developing a sidewalk repair and replacement program, with a full cost review due by the May 17th capital budget workshop. Additionally, the council unanimously supported Councilor Blonna's proposal to create an Ad Hoc Business Development and Redevelopment Committee, with details to be drafted for future review.
- Adopted Ordinance 21-04 (second reading) amending Sec. 2-204 on terms of members, 7-0
- Directed City Manager to continue defining a sidewalk maintenance program, with cost review due by May 17th
- Unanimously supported creating an Ad Hoc Business Development and Redevelopment Committee, with charter to be drafted
- Declared the week of March 8, 2021 as 'Marco Island Flood Awareness Week'
- Amended the agenda to include the Flood Awareness Week proclamation, 7-0
- Placed future agenda items: six-month noise ordinance review, Isles of Capri septic conversion, and 'Marco Island Day 2021' proclamation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Audit Advisory Committee
The committee will review the current audit status presented by Daniel Anderson from Mauldin & Jenkins. Finance Director Polanco will also present the timetable for completing the audit and issuing the final report.
- Audit status update from Mauldine & Jenkins
- Timetable for audit completion and report issuance
- Approval of November 13, 2020 meeting minutes
The Audit Advisory Committee approved the agenda and the minutes from November 13, 2020. Daniel Anderson from Mauldin & Jenkins reported that field work is complete, with no audit adjustments, and that two single audits (state and federal) found no issues. The committee discussed the CAFR timeline, with a final report expected mid-March and a presentation at the next meeting on March 24, 2021. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:30 AM.
- Approved the agenda as presented.
- Approved the minutes of November 13, 2020.
- Noted audit field work complete with no adjustments.
- Scheduled next meeting for March 24, 2021.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard numerous cases, imposing fines for violations including sidewalk maintenance, noise, building without permits, and silt fence issues. Fines ranged from $25 to $5,000, with many cases also including administrative fees. Several cases were continued, dismissed, or resolved through stipulated agreements.
- Imposed fines and fees on property owners for right-of-way sidewalk violations (cases 18-0727, 18-1072, 19-0025, 19-1346, 19-2068, 19-2085, 19-2446).
- Fined $1,000 plus fees for a noise violation (case 20-0371).
- Approved a stipulated agreement for a public nuisance and permit case, ordering $1,500 in fines (case 20-0870).
- Continued case 20-1427 and dismissed cases 20-2510 and 20-2910.
- Imposed fines for no building permit violations (cases 20-2585, 20-2850, 21-0062, 21-0092, 21-0099, 21-0148, 21-0147).
- Imposed fines for pool barrier, seawall staging, and parking violations (cases 20-2769, 20-2843, 20-2886, 21-0056).
- Imposed fines for silt fence and construction site litter violations (cases 21-0026, 21-0028, 21-0031, 21-0059, 21-0063, 21-0087, 21-0091, 21-0098, 21-0107, 21-0110, 21-0141, 21-0149, 21-0147).
- Reduced a fine to $1 and vacated a previous order in response to mitigation requests (cases 15-1131, 17-0930).
City Council
The Marco Island City Council approved resolutions for the Fire Station 50 conditional use permit and site development plan amendment to raise the building's elevation for FEMA flood compliance. The council also approved a first reading of an ordinance amending board member term limits, and approved several consent agenda items including appointments and contract renewals.
- Approved Resolution 21-10 for Fire Station 50 conditional use permit (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-11 for Fire Station 50 site development plan amendment (7-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending Sec. 2-204 to limit board service to 8 years (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including appointments to advisory committees and ESRI contract renewal (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-14 for temporary vendor parking for Farmers Market on Leland Way (7-0)
- Approved motion for Beautification Advisory Committee to propose holiday display enhancements (7-0)
- Approved sending Conservation Collier acquisition letters to property owners (7-0)
- Accepted draft concept of Ilitch family charitable gift to Parks Foundation (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
This special-called meeting features a presentation from Collier County Commissioner Rick LoCastro. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard procedural items.
- Presentation by Board of Collier County Commissioners District 1 Commissioner Rick LoCastro
The City Council held a special meeting with District 1 County Commissioner Rick LoCastro to discuss shared concerns, including Tigertail Beach improvements, red tide cleanup, the Goodland Drive rehabilitation project, and materials staging at the Judge SS Jolley Bridge. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and focused on future collaboration.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
- Commissioner LoCastro requested City input on Tigertail Conservation Area stakeholder list
- Commissioner LoCastro asked City to develop a resource plan for red tide cleanup
- Commissioner LoCastro pledged to manage $2.9M Goodland Drive project on-time and on-budget
Waterways Advisory Committee
The Waterways Advisory Committee unanimously elected David Crain as Chair and William Trotter as Vice-Chair. The committee approved the agenda and the January 21, 2021 minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; discussions included water quality outreach, website improvements, and a proposed public workshop.
- Elected David Crain as Chair (6-0)
- Elected William Trotter as Vice-Chair (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved January 21, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved two Coastal Engineering Consultants proposals: an annual monitoring survey costing $49,930 and task #4 of a beach tilling proposal. The board also discussed the need for a future referendum to renew its ability to issue bonds, which currently sunsets in 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved annual monitoring survey proposal at $49,930 (5-0)
- Approved task #4 of CEC beach tilling proposal (5-0)
- Approved January 14, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved accepting a 1.87-acre park parcel donation from the San Marco Senior Living Facility, with conditions including a restroom, fitness amenities, an 8-foot path, picnic area, signage, and bike rack. They also approved the final site development plan for Veterans' Community Park as presented by Kimley-Horn. Both motions passed unanimously (7-0).
- Approved accepting San Marco Senior Living park parcel donation with conditions (7-0)
- Approved Veterans' Community Park site development plan (7-0)
- Re-elected Carlos Portu as Chair (7-0)
- Re-elected Allyson Richards as Vice-Chair (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved January 19, 2021 minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation Board approved the minutes from its January 27 and February 2, 2021 meetings. The board discussed updates on logo design, marketing agency outreach, budget estimates, and a mission/vision statement, and reviewed a draft term sheet for a proposed gift from the Ilitch family. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved minutes of January 27 and February 2, 2021 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Board
The Marco Island Planning Board will consider site development plan amendments for Marco Island Academy and the Island Country Club. The board will also discuss amending the Land Development Code to revise the approval process for site development plans.
- Site Development Plan Amendment for Marco Island Academy at 2255 San Marco Rd.
- Site Development Plan Amendment for Island Country Club at 500 Nassau Rd.
- Discussion on Land Development Code amendment regarding the approval process
- Election of Planning Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of January 15, 2021 meeting minutes
The Planning Board approved two site development plan amendments: one for Marco Island Academy to expand its soccer field and restroom facilities, and another for Island Country Club to convert a building into a fitness center and expand the clubhouse. The board also discussed, but did not vote on, a proposed Land Development Code amendment that would allow staff and the Planning Board to approve site development plans without City Council review. The meeting was largely procedural, including the election of new officers and introduction of new members.
- Approved Site Development Plan Amendment for Marco Island Academy (7-0)
- Approved Site Development Plan Amendment for Island Country Club (7-0)
- Elected Jason Bailey as Chair (6-0)
- Elected Larry Honig as Vice-Chair (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved minutes of January 15, 2021 meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee held an organizational meeting, re-electing Shelli Connelly as Chair and Maria Tobin as Vice-Chair unanimously. The committee approved the agenda (with an added 'Marco in Bloom' item) and the minutes from the January 6, 2021 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; discussions covered utility box bases, tree planting on Marco Lake Drive, and a resident's request for shade trees at Tommie Barfield Elementary School.
- Re-elected Shelli Connelly as Chair (5-0)
- Re-elected Maria Tobin as Vice-Chair (5-0)
- Approved agenda with added 'Marco in Bloom' item (5-0)
- Approved minutes of January 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)
- Changed future meeting time from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation will discuss its Naming Rights Policy. Directors are also scheduled to provide updates during the meeting.
- Discussion of Naming Rights Policy (ID 21-1356b)
- Updates from Directors (ID 21-1357a)
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation board met and discussed, but did not vote on, a two-phase marketing and communications plan for the foundation, updates on fundraising for Veterans' Community Park, and a possible update to the city's naming rights policy. No formal decisions were made; the board assigned action items to members for further work.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0 voice vote)
- Assigned Director Richards to explore logo design with Marco Island Center for the Arts
- Assigned Vice-Chair Obando to develop budget estimate for marketing plan
- Assigned Chair Brechnitz to identify Communications Point of Contact and Marketing Manager
- Assigned Treasurer Portu to develop list of high-visibility 'extras' for park donors
- Agreed to review other cities' naming rights policies
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing regarding a rezoning petition for San Marco Senior Living. The council is also scheduled to conduct second readings on ordinances concerning travel policies, boards and commissions, and construction permits. A water quality update and a report on surplus property are also on the agenda.
- Rezoning petition for San Marco Senior Living at 40 South Heathwood Drive
- Ordinance updating City travel policies and procedures
- Ordinance amending Boards and Commissions in the Code of Ordinances
- Ordinance regarding construction permits and concrete seawall panel manufacturing
- Water quality update from Councilor Richard Blonna
The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to rezone 40 South Heathwood Drive from Commercial Professional C-1 to Planned Unit Development (PUD) for a proposed senior living community, with a 6-1 vote. The approval includes a provision that outstanding issues—such as unified control, a passive park, urgent care commitments, and a helicopter pad—be investigated before the second reading. The Council also approved updates to travel policies and a ban on manufacturing concrete seawall panels, but rejected an ordinance amending board and commission term limits.
- Approved first reading of rezoning for San Marco Senior Living PUD (6-1)
- Approved Ordinance 21-03 updating travel policies (6-0, Rola absent)
- Rejected Ordinance 21-04 amending boards and commissions term limits (1-6)
- Approved Ordinance 21-05 revising temporary use permits and banning seawall panel manufacturing (7-0)
- Approved amended agenda and January 19, 2021 minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
The committee will review the FY 2021 budget, the 2021 beach clean-up schedule, and 2021 beach goals. The agenda also includes presentations regarding beach mats and discussions about compacted sand walkways on the beach.
- Review of FY 2021 Budget
- Review of 2021 Beach Clean-Up Schedule
- Review of 2021 Beach Goals
- Presentation on beach mats
- Discussion regarding compacted sand walkways on the beach
The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee voted unanimously to not approve the November 18, 2020 minutes due to numerous requested corrections, and approved an amended agenda that moved new business before old business. The committee discussed beach mats, a compacted sand walkway request, and proposed $1,500 allocations for shorebird, burrowing owl, and gopher tortoise programs, but took no formal votes on these items.
- Approved amended agenda (5-0)
- Did not approve November 18, 2020 minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.
The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation will meet to establish its organizational structure. The board intends to elect officers, approve foundation by-laws, and discuss a draft investment policy. They will also certify the Board of Directors and set the 2021 meeting schedule.
- Election of Officers
- Approval of Foundation By-Laws
- Discussion of Draft Investment Policy
- Establishment of 2021 Meeting Schedule
- Certification of the Board of Directors
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Code Enforcement Magistrate
The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review numerous cases involving property violations throughout Marco Island. These cases include issues with building permits, stormwater pollution prevention during construction, and right-of-way maintenance. The body will also consider a request to mitigate fines for a specific property.
- Stormwater pollution prevention cases at multiple construction sites
- Case # 20-0870 regarding no building permit and public nuisance at 260 Seaview Ct.
- Case # 20-2432 involving overgrown weeds at 571 Tripoli Ct.
- Request to mitigate fines for Case # 17-0906 at 220 Tahiti Rd.
The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard numerous cases involving sidewalk maintenance, stormwater pollution prevention, noise, and other code violations. Fines were imposed on most violators, with some cases dismissed or continued. One fine mitigation request was approved.
- Imposed $25 fine for sidewalk violation at 806 Chestnut Ct. (case 19-0029)
- Imposed $5,500 fine for dune protection violation at 350 S Collier Blvd. (case 19-1720)
- Imposed $500 fine for noise violation at 1849 Woodbine Ct. (case 20-1982)
- Dismissed case 20-1421 (pervious surfaces) and case 20-2432 (overgrown weeds)
- Approved fine mitigation to $1,445 for case 17-0906 (220 Tahiti Rd.)
- Imposed $250 fine for protected species disturbance at 120 Balfour Dr. (case 20-2805)
- Imposed $500 fine for stormwater violation at 741 S Barfield Dr. (case 20-2899)
- Continued several cases including 19-0025, 19-0644, 19-1330, 20-0870, 20-2585, 20-2771
Planning Board
The Planning Board will receive a presentation regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update. This update covers the city's Future Land Use and Transportation Elements.
- Presentation: Comprehensive Plan Update - Future Land Use & Transportation Elements (ID 21-1325)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Waterways Advisory Committee
The Waterways Advisory Committee approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, then heard presentations on the Marco Island Yacht Club's dock extension request and water quality updates. No formal decisions were made on the presentations; the committee discussed future actions like inviting a marine officer and planning a water plant presentation.
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved December 17, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review the January 2021 staff report, programs calendar, and Winter Concert Series. Agenda items also include discussions regarding the Calusa Park Master Plan and the PRAC Foundation 501(c)(3).
- Approval of December 15, 2020, draft minutes
- Review of January 2021 Staff Report and Programs Calendar
- Winter Concert Series 2021 programs
- Calusa Park Master Plan discussion
- PRAC Foundation 501(c)(3) discussion
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council approved Ordinance 21-02 on second reading, establishing an application methodology and general review requirements for amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, along with an accompanying fee resolution. The council also deferred proposed revisions to the Sea Turtle Protection Ordinance for further staff and committee work, and approved first readings of ordinances updating travel policies, allowing concrete seawall panel manufacturing under temporary permits, and revising board member term limits. Appointments to boards and committees were approved, with one nomination rejected.
- Approved Ordinance 21-02 (Comprehensive Plan amendment methodology) and fee resolution (6-0)
- Deferred Sea Turtle Protection Ordinance revisions to first reading after staff and committee work (6-0)
- Approved first reading of travel policies and procedures update (6-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance allowing concrete seawall panel manufacturing under temporary permits (6-0)
- Approved amended first reading of board term limits (Planning Board 8 years, others 12 years) (6-0)
- Rejected Ed Issler's nomination to Planning Board (4-2)
- Approved Resolution 21-09 appointing volunteers to boards and committees (6-0)
- Approved continuation of rezone petition for San Marco Senior Living Facility to Feb 1 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing continued requests regarding Fire Station 50 at 1280 San Marco Rd. This includes a Conditional Use Permit and a Site Development Plan. A boat dock extension request for 685 Embassy Ct. was noted as continuing to the February meeting.
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP-20-000245) for Fire Station 50 at 1280 San Marco Rd.
- Site Development Plan (SDP-20-000245) for Fire Station 50 at 1280 San Marco Rd.
- Boat dock extension request (BD-20-000226) for 685 Embassy Ct.
The Planning Board unanimously approved a conditional use permit allowing the Marco Island Fire Station 50 to exceed the 35-foot height limit by 3.5 feet, and approved the associated site development plan with a finding of consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. The board also approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and continued a boat dock extension request to the next meeting.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved December 4, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for Fire Station 50 height variance (5-0)
- Approved site development plan for Fire Station 50 with Comprehensive Plan consistency finding (5-0)
- Continued boat dock extension request to February 5, 2021 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Beautification Advisory Committee
The Beautification Advisory Committee approved spending up to $2,500 to obtain three bids and determine the optimal color for utility wrap bases. They also changed the April 14, 2021 meeting date to April 1, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on the Marco Lake tree project and beach entry banners.
- Approved spending up to $2,500 for utility wrap base painting, with three bids and color study (4-0)
- Approved changing April 14, 2021 meeting to April 1, 2021 at 3pm (4-0)
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved December 2, 2020 minutes (4-0)