Marco Island public meetings in 2022

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will review updates regarding the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island ecosystem restoration and the San Marco Waterways Interconnect Project. The committee will also discuss the October 2022 water quality testing report and a request for information for canal waterway improvements.

• Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration (ID 22-2556)
• Water Quality Testing Report - October 2022 (ID 22-2557)
• San Marco Waterways Interconnect Project Update (ID 22-2558)
• RFI for Water Quality Improvement of Canal Waterways (ID 22-2559)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the October 20, 2022, minutes. Members discussed water quality testing, the Tigertail Lagoon restoration, and the San Marco Waterways Interconnect Project. One Request for Information (RFI) regarding water quality improvement was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved October 20, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Deferred action on one unpublished RFI for water quality improvement to the next meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for January 19, 2023

Audit Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2022 fiscal year. Members will also review committee objectives, responsibilities, and the City Handbook for Boards and Committees. The agenda includes reviews of Florida Sunshine Law and GASB Statements.

• Election of FY 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Audit Advisory Committee objectives and responsibilities
• Florida Sunshine Law and ethics training review
• Review of City Handbook for Boards and Committees
• Overview of GASB Statements

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss a three-phase proposal recommendation for the Raquet Center. The committee will also review December 2022 staff reports and event calendars.

• Three-Phase Proposal Recommendation for Raquet Center
• December 2022 Staff Report
• December 2022 Event Calendar
• FFM Monthly Report - November 2022

The committee reached a consensus to modify the Three-Phase proposal for the Racquet Center, recommending the conversion of tennis courts 7 and 8 instead of courts 3 and 4. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 15, 2022.

• Approved agenda with correction (5-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Reached consensus to change Racquet Center proposal to convert tennis courts 7 and 8 instead of 3 and 4

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review multiple cases involving sidewalk damage, unpermitted work, and overgrown weeds. The agenda also includes the certification of fines for several properties and requests to mitigate existing fines.

• Review of sidewalk damage cases at 290 Polynesia CT, 593 Somerset CT, and 563 E Elkcam CIR
• Review of unpermitted work cases at 257 N Collier Blvd and 525 Taylor CT
• Certification of fines for properties including 1821 Hawaii CT and 961 Java CT
• Requests to mitigate fines for Davide's Italian Deli and Naples Home and Remodeling INC & MIRA SK LLC

The Code Enforcement Magistrate issued orders for multiple properties regarding damaged sidewalks, overgrown weeds, and illicit discharges. Several cases resulted in the certification of fines as liens against real property. One request to mitigate a fine from $84,500 to $7,500 was approved for Davide's Italian Deli.

• Approved mitigation of fine for Davide's Italian Deli from $84,500 to $7,500
• Ordered $5,000 fine for illicit discharge at 1081 Winterberry DR
• Ordered $2,500 in fines for illicit discharge and silt fence at 551 Shalimar ST
• Certified $5,050 fine as a lien against 1821 Hawaii CT
• Certified $700 fine plus costs as a lien against 1748 Granada DR
• Dismissed cases for 257 N Collier Blvd, 1405 Honeysuckle AVE, and 211 Clyburn ST
• Ordered various fines and permit requirements for damaged sidewalks at four properties
• Ordered fines and compliance deadlines for overgrown weeds at five properties

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will review coastal engineering project updates and the Coastal Advisory Committee summary. The board will also receive a monthly financial update.

• Approval of $5,210 for Coastal Engineering Consulting Preconstruction Survey
• Coastal Engineering MEMO Project Update from Humiston & Moore and Coastal Engineering
• Review of Coastal Advisory Committee Summary
• Monthly financial update

The Board approved the November 17, 2022, meeting minutes and received updates on dredging operations, noting that approximately 20% of the total volume has been completed. No action was taken on a $5,210 survey request as the funds were already approved. The Board reported a positive cash flow with approximately $3.9M in property tax transfers expected in December.

• Approved remote participation for Attorney David Tolces and Board Members Barto and Fernstrum (3-0)
• Approved the agenda (3-0)
• Approved November 17, 2022, meeting minutes with corrections (3-0)
• No action taken on $5,210 Coastal Engineering Consulting Preconstruction Survey (funds previously approved)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 19, 2023

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee met on December 7, 2022. The only recorded action was the approval of the meeting minutes from November 9, 2022. No other decisions were documented for the listed business items.

• Approved November 09, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will swear in newly elected council members and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting includes second readings for ordinances regarding waterfront pool setbacks and a single-family home transient rental registration program. The Council will also consider several infrastructure contracts and software purchases.

• Second reading of Ordinance 22-07 regarding pool and screen enclosure setbacks on waterfront lots
• Second reading of Ordinance 22-08 to implement a single-family home transient rental registration program
• Contract for vacation rental registration software in the amount of $87,179.00
• Purchase order for Fire Station 50 furniture and labor in the amount of $190,794.58
• Purchase order for South Water Treatment Plant engineering services in the amount of $186,708.00

The City Council approved an ordinance to establish a registration program for single-family home transient rentals, including associated fees and software. The council also elected Greg Folley as Chair and Jared Grifoni as Vice-Chair. Several infrastructure and equipment purchase orders were approved via the consent agenda.

• Elected Greg Folley as Chair (4-3) and Jared Grifoni as Vice-Chair (5-2)
• Approved Ordinance 22-08 to implement Single Family Home Transient Rental Registration Program with amendments (4-3)
• Approved Resolution 22-42 identifying a Transient Rental Registration Fee (5-2)
• Approved Resolution 22-43 appropriating FY23 funds for Transient Rental Registration Special Revenue Fund (5-2)
• Approved $87,179 contract for vacation rental registration software (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance 22-07 regarding pool and screen enclosure setbacks on waterfront lots (5-2)
• Approved Resolution 22-46 for boundary adjustment and utility easement vacation at 980 and 990 Scott Drive (7-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule to include two regular meetings every month (4-3)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a site development plan for a full-service restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Drive. The board will also approve the 2023 meeting schedule and previous meeting minutes.

• Site Development Plan (SDP-22-000246) for a full-service restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Dr.
• Approval of the 2023 Planning Board Meeting Schedule
• Approval of November 4, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved a site development plan for a full-service restaurant featuring a 168-seat dining room and deck. The board also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the minutes from November 4, 2022.

• Approved Site Development Plan SDP-22-000246 for a restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Dr. (5-2)
• Approved 2023 Planning Board Meeting Schedule (7-0)
• Approved November 4, 2022 Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will review progress reports from Humiston & Moore and Coastal Engineering. The meeting includes discussions on volume changes caused by Hurricane Ian and potential adjustments to the work plan and budget. A financial update will also be provided.

• Project progress updates from Humiston & Moore and Coastal Engineering
• Review of volume changes due to Hurricane Ian
• Discussion of work plan and budget considerations
• Status of CEC's survey work for the District
• Financial update

The Board received updates on dredging and beach construction, noting that Hurricane Ian increased the amount of sediment needed for the berm. An application for supplemental funding has been submitted to the Coastal Advisory Commission to cover these costs.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 20, 2022 (4-0)
• Set next meeting date for December 12, 2022 by consensus

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will discuss gopher tortoise signage, sea turtle lighting decals, and rodenticide usage. The agenda also includes items regarding volunteer beach stewardship and water quality action items.

• Gopher tortoise letters and brochures for contractors
• Flashing Gopher Tortoise Signs on S Barfield
• Sea turtle lighting window clings/decals draft design
• Volunteer Beach Stewardship
• Water Quality action item

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved the purchase of two flashing gopher tortoise signs and the 2023 beach cleaning schedule. The committee also voted to move forward with research on a gopher tortoise road mural and approved a t-shirt logo design for beach clean-ups.

• Approved moving forward on research for Gopher Tortoise road mural (5-0)
• Approved purchasing two Flashing Gopher Tortoise Signs (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Beach Cleaning dates (6-0)
• Approved colors and logo designs for Beach Clean-up T-Shirts (5-0)
• Approved September 21, 2022 Meeting Minutes (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the final report for the Marco Island Racquet Center Assessment to make recommendations to the City Council. The agenda also includes a review of the November 2022 staff report and the approval of minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting.

• Marco Island Racquet Center Assessment Final Report
• November 2022 Staff Report
• Approval of August 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee voted to develop a three-phase proposal recommendation for the Racquet Ball Center to be discussed at the next meeting. Staff provided updates on the December 3 reopening of Veterans Community Park following Hurricane Ian repairs.

• Approved three-phase proposal recommendation for the Racquet Ball Center to be discussed at next meeting (7-0)
• Approved allowing virtual members to vote on the Racquet Ball Center proposal (7-0)
• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Beach Access Beautification Project and the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative. The meeting also includes the introduction of new board member Sharon Watts.

• Beach Access Beautification Project update
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative update
• Introduction of new board member Sharon Watts
• Approval of September 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed the unfunded Beach Access Beautification Project and the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years initiative, with several items deferred to future meetings.

• Approved the agenda (7-0)
• Approved the minutes (7-0)
• Deferred decision on whether to approve construction estimates for the Beach Access Beautification Project prior to City Council presentation

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a one-year extension for a temporary model home permit. The board also approved the minutes from the October 7, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Temporary Use Permit Extension for model home at 201 S. Heathwood Drive (6-0)
• Approved October 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Re-Appropriation, which includes Hurricane Ian action items. The council will also consider authorizing a FEMA grant agreement for Hurricane Ian cost reimbursement and the termination of the local state of emergency.

• Public hearing for FY 2022 Budget Re-Appropriation (ID 22-2499)
• Authorization of FEMA Public Assistance Grant Program Agreement for Hurricane Ian costs (ID 22-2505)
• Proclamation to terminate the Local State of Emergency (ID 22-2502)
• Review of November 2022 Legislative Priorities (ID 22-2503)

The City Council approved the final fiscal year 2022 budget re-appropriation and authorized the City Manager to execute a FEMA grant agreement for Hurricane Ian costs. Council also set legislative priorities for the Collier County Legislative Delegation Meeting and scheduled the termination of the local state of emergency.

• Approved Resolution 22-40 for Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Re-Appropriation (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-41 authorizing City Manager to execute FEMA Public Assistance Grant Program Agreement (6-0)
• Approved termination of local state of emergency on November 23, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved legislative priorities including hurricane response items, water-aeration pilot project, and San Marco tide leveling project (5-1)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Beach Access Beautification Project and the "10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative." The meeting also includes the introduction of new board member Sharon Watts.

• Beach Access Beautification Project update
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative update
• Introduction of new board member Sharon Watts
• Approval of September 7, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to establish City Manager goals for 2022-2023. The session also includes a discussion regarding workforce housing.

• Establishing City Manager Goals 2022-2023
• Workforce Housing

This was a workshop with no formal votes. Council directed staff to develop proposals incentivizing private employers and developers to use available mixed-use density units in commercial zones C-4 and C-5 for workforce housing. The meeting also included discussion of the city manager's goals for 2022-2023.

• Directed staff to develop and bring forward proposals to incentivize workforce housing using unused mixed-use density units in C-4 and C-5 zones

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will review water quality testing reports from August and September 2022. The meeting includes updates on the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island ecosystem restoration and the San Marco Waterways Interconnect Project. A presentation regarding Hurricane Ian debris in MIPD waterways is also scheduled.

• Water quality testing reports for August and September 2022
• Tigertail Lagoon / Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration update
• San Marco Waterways Interconnect Project update
• RFI for water quality improvement of canal waterways
• MIPD Waterways Hurricane Ian debris update

The Waterways Advisory Committee received updates on the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration project, which has been permitted and awarded by City Council, and on Hurricane Ian debris assessment showing 311 displaced or damaged vessels. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved August 18, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote, carried)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The board will review updates for the Humiston & Moore project and coastal engineering survey tasks. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Hideaway Financial Report and 2023 Budget.

• Humiston & Moore Project Updates and Construction Phase Tasks
• Coastal Engineering Consultant Project Update and Survey Tasks
• Review of Hideaway Financial Report and 2023 Budget
• Approval of July 07, 2022 meeting minutes

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved multiple contracts totaling $168,138 for construction administration, environmental services, and surveys related to the beach project. The board also heard a post-Hurricane Ian update showing the beach fared well with minor erosion, and set its next meeting for November 17, 2022.

• Approved $84,643 for Humiston & Moore construction administration and post-construction services through March and June 2023 (5-0).
• Approved $81,395 for Humiston & Moore environmental services for pre-construction, construction monitoring, and post-construction through February 2023 (5-0).
• Approved $45,370 for Coastal Engineering Consultants Task 4 construction surveys (5-0).
• Approved $41,900 for Coastal Engineering Consultants Tasks 5, 6, and 7: offshore borrow area surveys, post-Ian survey and assessment, and district/city support (5-0).
• Approved Humiston & Moore Tasks 1 and 2 (annual monitoring and district/city support) as already budgeted (5-0).
• Approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes (5-0 each).
• Set next meeting for November 17, 2022 at 1:30 PM by consensus.

City Council

The City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance regarding a transient rental registration program. The agenda also includes discussions on Hurricane Ian recovery, including building permit fee waivers and emergency pay policies. Additionally, the council will review several service contracts and a fireboat repair analysis.

• First reading: Single Family Home Transient Rental Registration Program ordinance
• Resolution to temporarily waive certain Hurricane Ian-related building permit fees
• Contract for CO2 supply in the amount of $183,417.50
• Three-year contract for water and wastewater laboratory testing services for $122,547.00
• Renewal of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement at $137,169.56 per year

The City Council approved the first reading of a Single Family Home Transient Rental Registration Program ordinance, as amended by removing a specific paragraph. The Council also directed staff to set the initial registration fee at $800 per property, begin accepting registrations on January 9, 2023, and set a June 1, 2023 deadline for property owners to register. Additionally, the Council approved several Hurricane Ian-related items, including a temporary waiver of certain building permit fees and a 90-day discretionary code enforcement period.

• Approved first reading of Single Family Home Transient Rental Registration Program ordinance as amended (4-3)
• Approved temporary waiver of Hurricane Ian-related building permit fees (7-0)
• Authorized 90-day discretionary code enforcement period for seven select codes post-Hurricane Ian (6-1)
• Approved modified Emergency Pay Policy for Hurricane Ian (7-0)
• Approved prioritizing water quality and hurricane response legislative initiatives (7-0)
• Authorized soliciting bids to replace the City's fireboat (6-1)
• Approved new 10-year inter-local agreement with Collier County Public Schools and Marco Island Academy for use of Tommie Barfield Elementary baseball field (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including appointment to Beautification Advisory Committee and several contracts (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss a proposed ordinance to amend boat canopy regulations. The board will also consider permit extensions for model homes and a boundary adjustment request.

• Proposed ordinance to amend boat canopy regulations
• Temporary model home permit extension at 201 S. Heathwood Drive
• Temporary model home permit extension at 492 Bald Eagle Drive
• Boundary adjustment and utility easement vacation for 980 and 990 Scott Drive

The Planning Board approved a one-year extension for a temporary model home permit at 492 Bald Eagle Drive and approved a boundary adjustment and utility easement vacation for 980 and 990 Scott Drive, contingent on LCEC approval. A similar extension request for 201 S. Heathwood Drive was continued to the November meeting because the required hearing notice sign was not posted. The board also discussed a proposed ordinance to amend boat canopy regulations.

• Approved temporary model home permit extension at 492 Bald Eagle Drive (6-0)
• Approved boundary adjustment and utility easement vacation at 980 and 990 Scott Drive, conditioned on LCEC approval letter (6-0)
• Continued temporary model home permit extension at 201 S. Heathwood Drive to November 4 meeting (6-0)
• Approved agenda with adjustment to move Staff Communications after New Business (6-0)
• Approved September 2, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review September 2022 staff reports and the final report for the Marco Island Racquet Center Assessment. The board is tasked with making recommendations to City Council based on this assessment.

• Approval of August 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• September 2022 Staff Report
• Parks and Recreation September Monthly Report
• Marco Island Racquet Center Assessment Final Report

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will review several items including a first reading for an ordinance regarding waterfront pool setbacks. The agenda also includes discussions on utility easement vacations and shoreline restoration easements.

• $173,878.23 contract for Intelligent Traffic System Design with Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, P.A.
• $97,423.90 purchase order for emergency sewer repair at 245 Tahiti Road
• First reading of an ordinance regarding setbacks for pool and screen enclosures on waterfront lots
• 15-year easement agreement for restoring the Sand Dollar Island shoreline
• Utility easement vacation request for 976 & 984 Birch Court

The City Council approved a $173,878 purchase order for an intelligent traffic system design, authorized an emergency water/sewer repair for $97,432.90, and approved a submerged land easement for Sand Dollar Island shoreline restoration. The meeting focused heavily on Hurricane Ian recovery, with council members praising staff and first responders. A first reading of an ordinance to correct pool setback inconsistencies on waterfront lots passed 5-2.

• Approved $173,878 intelligent traffic system design contract (7-0)
• Approved $97,432.90 emergency water/sewer repair purchase order (7-0)
• Approved 15-year submerged land easement for Sand Dollar Island shoreline restoration (7-0)
• Approved utility easement vacation at 976 & 984 Birch Court (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance correcting pool setbacks on waterfront lots (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 19 and September 26, 2022 meetings (7-0 each)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate is reviewing numerous cases involving property violations. These include damaged sidewalks, overgrown weeds, noise, and seawall staging. The meeting also addresses requests for fine certification and mitigation of fines.

• Damaged sidewalk cases at 290 Polynesia CT and 450 Sand Hill ST
• Overgrown weeds violations at multiple locations including 1931 San Marco RD
• Case regarding seawall staging and public nuisance at 500 E Joy CIR
• Certification of fines for Case # 21-3054C at 1821 Hawaii CT
• Request for mitigation of fines for Case # 21-0509M at 1062 Hartley Ave

City Council

The City Council is holding a special-called meeting to address a State of Emergency. The agenda includes an emergency declaration related to Hurricane ID 22-2452.

• Emergency Declaration for Hurricane ID 22-2452

The City Council unanimously voted to declare a State of Emergency for Marco Island due to Hurricane Ian, authorizing the City Manager to take emergency measures per City Code. The Council also directed staff to prepare for the storm and reschedule a September 28 workshop.

• Declared a State of Emergency within Marco Island (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to take emergency measures per Chapter 10 of City Code
• Directed staff to prepare for Hurricane Ian and identify alternative date for September 28 workshop

City Council

The City Council is holding a special-called meeting regarding a hurricane. The council will consider a declaration of a State of Emergency, identified as ID 22-2450.

• Declaration of State of Emergency for Hurricane (ID 22-2450)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes from July and August 2022. New business items include discussions regarding gopher tortoise native plants, rodenticide, and the 2022-2023 budget.

• Approval of July 20, 2022, and August 17, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding gopher tortoise native plants
• Discussion regarding rodenticide
• Locations for Gopher Tortoise & Low Flying Owl signs
• Review of the 10/2022-9/2023 budget

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved purchasing two owl signs and eight tortoise signs to be installed at locations recommended by Audubon Western Everglades. The committee also discussed code enforcement, gopher tortoise habitat programs, and rodenticide concerns, but took no other formal votes. The meeting was largely procedural with no budget items or major policy decisions.

• Approved buying two Owl signs and eight Tortoise signs (4-0)
• Approved July 20 and August 17 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the final report for the Marco Island Racquet Center assessment. Based on this report, the board is tasked with making recommendations to the City Council. The agenda also includes reviews of monthly staff reports.

• Marco Island Racquet Center Assessment Final Report
• September 2022 Staff Report
• Parks and Recreation September Monthly Report

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing for the adoption of the final FY2022-2023 budget and millage rate for the City and Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District. The agenda also includes contract awards for water treatment chemicals and an ecosystem restoration project. Additionally, the council will consider a first reading of an ordinance for a transient rental registration program.

• Adoption of final FY2022-2023 millage rate and budget
• Contract award for Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration Project not to exceed $3,306,187.50
• Renewal of property and liability insurance coverage in the amount of $1,225,583.00
• First reading of an ordinance for a Single Family Home Transient Rental Registration Program
• Interlocal agreement with Collier County for management of Regional Opioid Settlement Funds

The City Council approved the final FY2023 millage rate of 1.4837 mils for city operations and the FY2023 budget, along with the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District millage rate and budget. It also approved a single-family home transient rental registration program with post-referendum changes, and awarded a $3.3 million contract for the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration Project.

• Approved Resolution 22-30 adopting final FY2023 millage rate of 1.4837 mils (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 22-31 adopting final FY2023 budget (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-32 adopting final FY2023 millage rate for Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District at 1.5000 mils (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-33 adopting final FY2023 budget for Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (7-0)
• Approved single-family home transient rental registration program with post-referendum changes (5-2)
• Approved Resolution 22-34 extending maturity date of interfund loan to Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District to Dec 31, 2023 (7-0)
• Awarded contract for Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration Project to Ahtna Marine & Construction Company LLC, not to exceed $3,306,187.50 (7-0)
• Council concurred with staff recommendation not to pursue artificial turf at Mackle or Winterberry Park at this time

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years initiative and updates on the Beach Access Beautification Project. Staff communications include a $6,112 expenditure for planting trees on West Elkcam Circle. Members will also review draft tree planting guidelines and street tree mapping.

• $6,112 expenditure for tree planting on West Elkcam Circle
• Beach Access Beautification Project update
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative
• Review of draft Tree Planting Guidelines
• Presentation by Brent Guillot from Agnoli Barber

The Beautification Advisory Committee voted to authorize Agnoli Barber to proceed with a survey for the Beach Access Beautification Project. The survey is needed to determine underground conditions, utilities, easements, and property lines before any design work can begin. The committee also discussed the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years initiative, noting a $6,112 budget remains for planting trees on West Elkcam Circle, pending a permit.

• Approved the agenda by voice vote (6-0).
• Approved the minutes from August 10, 2022, by voice vote (6-0).
• Approved motion to have Agnoli Barber proceed with a survey for the Beach Access Project (6-0).
• Discussed but did not vote on the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years initiative; permit for Elkcam tree planting is under review.
• Noted expenditure of $6,112 for planting trees on West Elkcam Circle, pending permit issuance.
• Received presentation from Brent Guillot of Agnoli Barber on proposed beach access features (bike parking, solar compactors, showers, landscaping, security, public art, turtle-friendly lighting, signage).
• Deferred action on tree planting guidelines and recommended trees list for parks to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (PRAC).

City Council

The City Council is holding public hearings for the adoption of the tentative FY2022-2023 budget and millage rates for both the City and the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District. The agenda also includes contract extensions for landscaping services and a new cabling contract for Fire Station 50.

• Public hearing for adoption of tentative FY2022-2023 millage rate and budget
• One-year extension of landscaping maintenance contract for $1,015,350.29 annually
• Contract award for Fire Station 50 cabling not to exceed $385,000.00
• Adoption of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Complete Streets Policy
• Appointment of Leslie Shade to Police and Fire Pension Plan Boards of Trustees

The City Council voted 6-1 to adopt a tentative millage rate of 1.4837 mils for city operations and a tentative FY2023 budget. The council also approved a one-year contract extension for landscape maintenance at $1,015,350.29 annually, adopted a Complete Streets policy, and authorized a request for information on reuse water treatment technologies.

• Approved Resolution 22-25 adopting the tentative FY2023 millage rate of 1.4837 mils for city operations (6-1).
• Approved Resolution 22-26 adopting the tentative FY2023 budget for the City of Marco Island (6-1).
• Approved Resolution 22-27 adopting the tentative FY2023 millage rate of 1.5000 mils for the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (7-0).
• Approved Resolution 22-28 adopting the tentative FY2023 budget for the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (7-0).
• Approved a one-year extension of Contract #2020-002 with Affordable Landscaping Services and Design, LLC for landscape maintenance at $1,015,350.29 annually (7-0).
• Approved Resolution 22-29 adopting the FDOT Complete Streets policy as amended (6-1).
• Awarded Contract #2022-030 for Fire Station 50 low voltage cabling to Aztek Communications of S. Florida Inc. for up to $385,000 (7-0).
• Approved a motion authorizing the City Manager to issue a Request for Information on reuse water treatment technologies to reduce nitrogen and phosphorus (7-0).

City Council

The City Council is holding a special-called meeting to discuss legislative priorities. The agenda includes business involving lobbyist Ronald L. Book, P.A.

• Discussion of legislative priorities with lobbyist Ronald L. Book, P.A.

The City Council held a workshop to discuss legislative priorities for the 2022-2023 Florida legislative session, with lobbyist Ron Book providing an outlook and engaging in dialogue. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions made during workshop

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a proposed change to setback rules for pools and screen enclosures on waterfront lots. Members will also consider vacating six-foot utility and drainage easements at 976 and 984 Birch Ct. A permit extension for a model home at 201 S. Heathwood Drive was continued to the October 7 meeting.

• Change to Section 30-1002 regarding setbacks of pool and screen enclosures on waterfront lots
• Request to vacate six-foot utility and drainage easements at 976 & 984 Birch Ct.
• Temporary Use Permit Extension for a model home at 201 S. Heathwood Drive (continued to Oct 7)

The Planning Board approved a utility easement vacation for properties at 976 & 984 Birch Ct. and an ordinance correcting setback requirements for pools and screen enclosures on waterfront lots. A temporary model home permit was continued to the October 7 meeting. Board members discussed concerns about a boat canopy presentation to City Council.

• Approved utility easement vacation for 976 & 984 Birch Ct. (7-0)
• Approved ordinance change to Section 30-1002 on pool and screen enclosure setbacks on waterfront lots (7-0)
• Continued temporary model home permit at 201 S. Heathwood Drive to October 7, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 1, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review numerous cases involving property violations such as overgrown weeds, trash on swales, and silt fence issues. The agenda also includes the certification of fines and requests for fine mitigation.

• Case # 22-0805 regarding trash on swale at 1180 Bond CT
• Case # 22-1068 regarding a damaged sidewalk at 1085 Bald Eagle DR
• Case # 22-1216 regarding illicit discharge at 1723 Hummingbird CT
• Certification of fines for Case # 18-1573C at 404 Nassau CT
• Requests for mitigation of fines

The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 29 cases on August 30, 2022, issuing fines for violations such as trash on swales, overgrown weeds, silt fence issues, and litter. Most cases resulted in one-time fines plus administrative fees, with some requiring compliance within 5-15 days or facing daily fines. Two cases were certified for fines totaling $7,550, which will become liens on the properties.

• Fined $100 + $50 fee for trash on swale at 1180 Bond CT
• Fined $50 + $50 fee for trash on swale at 482 Spinnaker DR
• Fined $100 + $50 fee for trash and litter at 381 Worthington ST
• Dismissed parking citations at 509 Spinnaker DR (two cases)
• Fined $50 + $50 fee for damaged sidewalk at 1085 Bald Eagle DR, with 15-day permit and 90-day completion requirement
• Fined $150 + $50 fee for illicit discharge at 1723 Hummingbird CT
• Fined $100 + $50 fee for silt fence and litter at 1774 Dogwood DR, with 5-day compliance
• Fined $150 + $50 fee for silt fence at 1774 Dogwood DR, with 5-day compliance

Waterways Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss 'Developing a Path Forward' and review Chair Crain's Letter. The meeting also includes the introduction of new staff liaisons for Public Works.

• Introduction of new Public Works staff liaisons
• Discussion regarding 'Developing a Path Forward'
• Review of Chair Crain's Letter
• Approval of July 21, 2022 minutes

The Waterways Advisory Committee discussed reconciling the ERD Harper and Jacobs Engineering reports on water quality and canal flow but did not reach a consensus on a path forward, pending a response from ERD Harper. Staff noted the San Marco Tunnel/Pass project faces a funding shortfall ($700K available vs. $2M estimated) and right-of-way challenges. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and approved the July 21, 2022 minutes with a correction striking two statements about the Grizzle Figg process.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved July 21, 2022 minutes with correction striking two statements under New Business
• No consensus reached on path forward for water quality; awaiting ERD Harper response on Jacobs Engineering report

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will review a presentation regarding the ID 22-2390 AWE Marco Wildlife Budget Proposal. Members will also discuss old business related to the 2022 BACR Committee Budget.

• Presentation of ID 22-2390 AWE Marco Wildlife Budget Proposal
• Discussion of the Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee 2022 Budget

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved a $9,800 budget allocation for FY 2022-2023, including $1,500 for gopher tortoise and low-flying owl street signs, $500 for beach cleanup supplies, and $7,800 for Audubon Western Everglades outreach and wildlife programs. The motion passed unanimously with five votes in favor and two absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $1,500 for gopher tortoise and low-flying owl street signs (5-0)
• Approved $500 for beach cleanup materials (5-0)
• Approved $7,800 to Audubon Western Everglades for outreach and wildlife programs (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the August 2022 staff report and approve the July 19, 2022, meeting minutes. Community Affairs Director Daniel Smith is scheduled to present an assessment of the Racquet Center. No specific items are listed under old or new business.

• Racquet Center Assessment presentation
• Approval of July 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of August 2022 Staff Report and monthly report

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee received a presentation on the Racquet Center assessment by Ballard*King & Associates, which included renovation options. No formal decision was made on the assessment or any other substantive item; the committee only approved the agenda and the July 19, 2022 minutes. Staff noted that City Council approved fee schedule increases and that a recommendation on the Racquet Center may be made at a future council meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved July 19, 2022 minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, including a large-scale street resurfacing project and groundwater well maintenance. The agenda also includes sewer repairs in the Hideaway Beach Community and fee amendments for parks and the farmers market. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance regarding boat dock and boat lift canopy definitions.

• $1,639,075.70 contract award to Preferred Materials, Inc. for the 2022 Annual Street Resurfacing Project
• $235,960 contract with Layne Christensen for acidification of two groundwater production wells
• $55,087.30 purchase order for sewer main replacement in the Hideaway Beach Community
• Resolution to amend fees for Parks & Recreation facilities and the Farmers Market
• First reading of an ordinance regarding boat dock and boat lift canopy definitions

The City Council approved a $1,639,075.70 contract with Preferred Materials, Inc. for the 2022 Annual Street Resurfacing Project (5-2), and approved a 3% base salary increase for the City Manager for fiscal year 2023 (6-1). The council also directed staff to bring forward a Complete Streets resolution and approved the consent agenda, which included fee changes for parks and recreation and the Farmers Market, and several water/sewer contracts. A first reading of an ordinance to remove 'permanent' and 'aluminum' from the boat dock definition failed for lack of a second.

• Approved $1,639,075.70 street resurfacing contract with Preferred Materials, Inc. (5-2)
• Approved 3% base salary increase for City Manager for FY2023 (6-1)
• Directed staff to bring forward a Complete Streets resolution (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including parks/farmers market fee changes and water/sewer contracts (7-0)
• Ordinance removing 'permanent' and 'aluminum' from boat dock definition failed for lack of a second

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will review an update regarding the Phase I Beach Access Improvement proposal and discuss the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative. The agenda also includes a discussion on tree plaque dimensions and pricing.

• Beach Access Improvement Professional Services Proposal (Phase I) update
• Disposition of remaining BAC FY budget funds
• Tree Plaque dimension and pricing
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative
• Approval of July 6, 2022 meeting minutes

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved the lower-cost tree plaque design and moved the 10,000 Trees initiative to West Elkcam Circle after the original site was deemed unsuitable. The beach access beautification project was deferred pending more information from the design firm.

• Approved lower-cost tree plaque design (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved July 6, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Deferred beach access beautification project for more information
• Selected West Elkcam Circle for tree planting

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will review plan elements for the Beach Access Beautification Project. Members will also discuss the introduction and summary of the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative.

• Beach Access Beautification Project plan elements
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative introduction
• Approval of July 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review numerous cases involving property violations across Marco Island. These include issues such as damaged sidewalks, overgrown weeds, and silt fence requirements. The agenda also includes requests for the mitigation of fines.

• Cases regarding damaged sidewalks at 1362 Bayport Ave and 785 Bald Eagle DR
• Multiple cases involving silt fence violations at various locations
• Violations for overgrown weeds and right of way obstructions
• Case regarding working without a permit at 1232 Skylark Ave
• Requests for mitigation of fines

The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 28 cases on July 26, 2022, issuing fines and compliance orders for violations including damaged sidewalks, overgrown weeds, silt fence issues, and parking on unapproved surfaces. Most cases resulted in one-time fines of $50 to $800 plus a $50 administrative fee, with some owners given deadlines to comply or face daily fines. Five cases were dismissed, one was continued, and no cases were denied or tabled.

• Dismissed damaged sidewalk cases at 1362 Bayport Ave and 1180 Bond CT
• Fined $50 + $50 fee for damaged sidewalk at 785 Bald Eagle Dr, with 30 days to comply or $50/day
• Fined $50 + $50 fee for damaged sidewalk at 368 Castaways St, with 45 days to comply or $100/day
• Fined $50 + $50 fee for parking on unapproved surface at 2012 Sheffield Ave
• Continued working without permit case at 1232 Skylark Ave
• Fined $50 + $50 fee for right of way obstruction at 940 Ivory CT
• Fined $800 + $50 fee for silt fence at 5 Acorn CT, with 10 days to comply or $100/day
• Fined $100 + $50 fee for overgrown weeds and right of way obstruction at 1315 Whiteheart Ave, with 10 days to comply or $50/day and city entry permission

Waterways Advisory Committee

The committee will review engineering evaluations regarding nutrient removal strategies and technical reviews of water quality reports. Members will also discuss the Fertilizer Ordinance and applying FDEP technology to wastewater treatment.

• Review of Jacobs Engineering Evaluation on nutrient removal strategies
• Discussion of the Fertilizer Ordinance
• Assessment of applying FDEP technology to Marco Island wastewater treatment
• Approval of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee heard updates on the Big Marco/Capri Pass dredging project, which is in the permitting phase, and discussed conflicting engineering reports on water quality. They agreed to let ERD review the Jacobs report and respond. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to allow ERD to review Jacobs Engineering report and provide rebuttal or concurrence

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will conduct elections for the Chair and Vice-Chair positions. The meeting includes a presentation on quarterly season statistics from Audubon Western Everglades and a discussion regarding the 2022 budget.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Audubon Western Everglades quarterly season stats presentation
• Review of 2022 Budget
• Approval of January 19 meeting minutes

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved its agenda and January 19 meeting minutes, and re-elected Lindsay Boehner as Chair and Robert Eastman as Vice-Chair. Members discussed the 2022 Budget and added an August meeting to continue, and added a rodenticide discussion to the next agenda. No public comment or staff communication was given.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0, 2 not present)
• Approved January 19 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 not present)
• Re-elected Lindsay Boehner as Chair
• Re-elected Robert Eastman as Vice-Chair
• Added August meeting to discuss 2022 Budget
• Added rodenticide discussion to next meeting agenda

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review staff reports for June and July 2022. The agenda also includes an update on the Gazebo Project and a presentation from the Calusa Garden Club.

• Update on the Gazebo Project
• Calusa Garden Club presentation
• Review of June and July 2022 staff reports
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee met with four members present and took no formal votes on substantive items. Staff reported that a plan to replace the splash pad pump system and resurface it was approved by City Council and is in the next fiscal year's budget, pending two hearings in September. The dog park water fountain remains unfixed; staff are seeking a second quote to diagnose the issue. The gazebo at Leigh Plummer Park is awaiting assembly, and a grand opening for Veterans Community Park is planned for November 11.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects and utility updates. This includes public hearings regarding a boat dock extension at Collier Court and a screen enclosure variance on North Barfield Drive. The council will also consider the proposed property tax millage rate for Fiscal Year 2023.

• Proposed 2023 millage rate resolution
• $189,130 water main connection at North Collier Boulevard and North Barfield Drive
• Boat dock extension request for 485 Collier Court
• $143,360 purchase of a JLG 943 Telehandler Forklift
• $59,500 engineering services for a generator storage structure

The Marco Island City Council approved the proposed FY2023 millage rate of 1.4837 for the city and 1.5000 for the Hideaway Beach Tax District (6-1). They also authorized the Beautification Advisory Committee to develop a master tree planting plan and a private donation program for a pilot of 1,000 trees. Several purchase orders were approved, including a telehandler forklift, a water main connection, and a fire station alerting system. Two quasi-judicial requests were approved: a boat dock extension and a variance for a screen enclosure.

• Approved FY2023 millage rate of 1.4837 for city and 1.5000 for Hideaway Beach Tax District (6-1)
• Authorized Beautification Advisory Committee to develop tree planting master plan and donation program for 1,000-tree pilot (7-0)
• Approved boat dock extension at 485 Collier Court, Slip #12 to allow boat/motor to extend to 41 feet (6-1)
• Approved variance for screen enclosure encroaching into rear yard setback at 82 North Barfield Drive (6-1)
• Approved $143,360 purchase order for JLG 943 Telehandler Forklift for Water & Sewer (7-0)
• Approved $189,130 purchase order for 12-inch water main connection at North Collier Blvd and North Barfield Dr (7-0)
• Approved $54,176 purchase order for Fire Station Alerting System for Fire Station 50 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including engineering services for generator storage structure ($59,500) and annex building reconfiguration ($56,700)

City Council

The City Council is conducting an operating budget workshop for the 2023 fiscal year. The session includes reviews of departmental initiatives, millage analysis, and a ten-year budget lookback.

• Review of 2023 Budget Summary and Millage Analysis
• Discussion of departmental budget initiatives for various city departments
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Capital Budget Request 2022-2023

The City Council held an operating budget workshop for fiscal year 2023, hearing presentations from all city departments and the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee. No formal votes were taken; instead, staff was directed to revise the proposed budget to align with the rolled-back millage rate of 1.4837 mils. The chair also requested a future discussion on delinquent fine collection processes.

• Directed staff to bring revised FY2023 budget in line with rolled-back millage rate of 1.4837 mils
• Requested future review of delinquent fines collection process
• Heard department budget presentations (no votes taken)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will conduct elections for board officers. The meeting includes updates on the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration Project and discussion regarding the 2023 millage rate determination.

• Election of Board Officers
• Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration Project bid tabulation
• 2023 Millage Rate Determination
• City of Marco Island Interfund Loan for FY 2022-23
• Financial Report as of June 30, 2022

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board voted to recommend City Council award the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration Project contract to Ahtna Marine & Construction Company, LLC for $3,306,187.50. The board also approved preconstruction services from Humiston & Moore Engineers for $46,621 and environmental services from Turrell Hall & Associates for $49,675.50. Officers were elected for the coming term, and the board approved extending the city interfund loan repayment to December 31, 2023, and setting the millage rate at 1.500 mils.

• Recommended awarding $3,306,187.50 restoration contract to Ahtna Marine (4-0)
• Approved $46,621 preconstruction services from Humiston & Moore (4-0)
• Approved $49,675.50 environmental services from Turrell Hall & Associates (4-0)
• Elected Linda Ryan as Chair, Dick Delawder as Vice-Chair, John Barto as Secretary, Paul Fernstrum as Treasurer (5-0)
• Approved May 13, 2022 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Extended city loan repayment to Dec 31, 2023, not to exceed $700K (5-0)
• Set 2023 millage rate at 1.500 mils (5-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a debrief regarding the Beach Access Beautification Proposal presented to City Council. Members will also review tree plaque pricing and a Memorandum of Understanding with Naples Botanical Garden.

• Beach Access Beautification Proposal debrief
• Naples Botanical Memorandum of Understanding
• Tree plaque dimension and pricing update
• Budget update

The Beautification Advisory Committee voted to spend its remaining $6,112 fiscal year budget on obtaining and planting trees in public areas lacking coverage, with a member liaising with Naples Botanical Garden for recommendations. It also selected a 6" x 4" tree plaque design and approved the June 1 minutes with an amendment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $6,112 budget for tree planting in public areas (5-0)
• Selected 6" x 4" tree plaque design with specified text (5-0)
• Approved June 1, 2022 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a resolution for a boat dock extension at 485 Collier Ct., Slip #12. The board is also scheduled to discuss Ordinance 22-05 regarding boat canopies as permanent structures.

• Boat dock extension request (BD-22-000083) for 485 Collier Ct., Slip #12
• Discussion of Ordinance 22-05 regarding boat canopies as permanent structures
• Approval of June 3, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved a boat dock extension request at 485 Collier Ct., Slip #12, with conditions including reflectors for nighttime navigation. It also approved Ordinance 22-05, which revises boat canopy regulations as permanent structures, with a 4-2 vote. The board approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and heard public comment about a dock construction concern but took no action.

• Approved boat dock extension request at 485 Collier Ct., Slip #12 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-05 on boat canopies as permanent structures (4-2)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 3, 2022 meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to review and approve a contract with Pyrotecnico for the July 4th fireworks. This item includes an addendum to the agreement.

• Review and approval of contract with Pyrotecnico for 4th of July fireworks (ID 22-2339)

The City Council approved a $65,000 contract with Pyrotecnico Fireworks, Inc. for the July 4th fireworks display after the original provider encountered difficulties. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). No public comments were made, and the meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Approved $65,000 fireworks contract with Pyrotecnico (7-0)
• Allowed Chair Brechnitz remote participation via Zoom (6-0)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review several cases involving property violations such as noise, weeds, and silt fences. The body will also consider certification orders for fines related to existing cases.

• Cases involving protected species at 1821 Hawaii Cir and 548 Spinnaker Dr
• Violations for silt fence installation at multiple addresses including 848 Rose Ct
• Property maintenance cases for overgrown weeds and public nuisance
• Case regarding no building permit at 378 Castaways St
• Certification of fines for properties at 870 Caxambas Dr, 571 Tripoli Ct, and 380 Cottage Ct

The Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 17 cases and issued fines for 14 violations, including protected species, noise, no building permit, right-of-way obstruction, silt fence, overgrown weeds, and public nuisance. Two cases were continued to later hearings, and one case was dismissed. The magistrate also certified fines for four prior violations, including a $2,800 lien against a property.

• Fined J.P.'s Outdoor Enterprises $5,000 + $50 fee for protected species violation at 1821 Hawaii Cir
• Continued case against Marvin E & Barbara L Drummond (548 Spinnaker Dr) to July 26, 2022
• Fined James L Karl II $500 + $50 fee for noise violation at 818 Hyacinth CT
• Fined Trueba Pena REV Trust $50 fee; must obtain permit by Aug 30, 2022 or pay $50/day (378 Castaways ST)
• Fined Kenton Kyle and Melissa Lynn Gerhart $50 + $50 fee for right-of-way obstruction at 930 Beaver CT
• Fined NOVA Homes of South Florida $800 + $50 fee for silt fence violation at 1415 Honeysuckle; 10 days to comply or $100/day
• Fined Ingeborg M D Limbert $50 + $50 fee for public nuisance at 1211 Butterfly CT; 10 days to correct or $50/day, city may abate
• Certified $2,800 fine + $150 violation fine + $515 costs as lien against 870 Caxambas DR (M & B Marco Investment LLC)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding the Gazebo Project from the Facilities Supervisor. The meeting also includes a review of the June 2022 Parks and Recreation Monthly Report and approval of minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting.

• Update on the Gazebo Project
• June 2022 Parks and Recreation Monthly Report
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a $88,480.00 purchase order for the North Water Treatment Plant. The agenda includes presentations on beach access upgrades and condominium inspections. Additionally, the Council will review a resolution to name Mackle Park facilities the “Cale Model Yacht Sailing Center”.

• $88,480.00 purchase order for North Water Treatment Plant manifolds
• Presentation on upgrading public beach access points
• Resolution to name Mackle Park facilities the “Cale Model Yacht Sailing Center”
• Update on Milestone Condominium inspections
• Reclassification of fire department positions

The City Council approved a resolution to name the dock, bleachers, and gazebo at Mackle Park the 'Cale Model Yacht Sailing Center' in honor of Rocky Cale, following a 45-day public comment period. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a purchase order for water treatment equipment and a position reclassification. Several presentations were made, including a $5,000 donation for the Fourth of July fireworks and updates on beach access improvements and bike pathways. No ordinances or public hearings were held.

• Approved naming Mackle Park dock, bleachers, and gazebo 'Cale Model Yacht Sailing Center' (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $88,480 purchase order for water treatment manifolds (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fire department position reclassification (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 23, 2022 Water Quality Workshop (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Suspended discussion of Bicycle Pathways update until committee chair arrived (7-0)
• Returned Bicycle Pathways update to agenda for review (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a workshop regarding the 2023–2027 Capital Improvement Program. Presentations include proposed capital budgets for police, fire rescue, public works, IT, fleet, and water services.

• FY23 Police and Code initiatives including a boat, dock, and speed trailer
• FY23 Public Works initiatives for an Intelligent Traffic System and N Barfield Shared Use
• FY23 Information Technology capital budget presentations
• FY23 Water and Wastewater capital budget presentations

The City Council held a capital budget workshop where department heads presented their desired capital requests for the 2023 fiscal year. No formal decisions were made; the workshop was informational, with staff responding to council questions. The requests will be considered in future budget workshops.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was informational only
• Heard Police request for speed feedback trailer and code enforcement boat
• Heard Fire Rescue request for radios, compression device, and ladder truck lease
• Heard Public Works request for traffic study and North Barfield pathway
• Heard IT request for Fire Station 50 equipment
• Heard Fleet & Facilities request for 15 capital items
• Heard Water & Sewer request for 17 programmed improvements and 5 capital projects

City Council

The City Council will conduct a second reading of an ordinance amending the Firefighters’ Pension Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding vacation rental registration and beach vendor regulations.

• Second reading of Ordinance 22-06 to amend the Firefighters' Pension Plan
• Amendment to Special Magistrate agreement for a minimum charge of $645 per hearing
• Memorandum of Understanding with Naples Botanical Gardens
• Discussion regarding the Vacation Rental Registration Initiative
• Approval of additional costs associated with a one-time longevity bonus

The Council voted 4-3 to find the Take Back Marco PAC's initiative petition sufficient and request the Collier Supervisor of Elections to schedule it for the August 23, 2022 primary election. A motion to adopt the ordinance as written failed for lack of a second. The Council also approved a $70,000 municipal code audit with SEPI Engineering and a one-time longevity bonus for eligible bargaining unit employees.

• Approved agenda as amended to keep vacation rental presentation on agenda (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including proclamation, special magistrate amendment, and Conservation Collier letter (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-06 amending Firefighters' Pension Plan (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Naples Botanical Gardens (7-0)
• Authorized $70,000 municipal code audit with SEPI Engineering (7-0)
• Motion to adopt vacation rental registration ordinance as written failed (no second)
• Approved sending vacation rental initiative to Aug. 23 primary ballot (4-3)
• Approved one-time longevity bonus for eligible bargaining unit employees (7-0)

Planning Board

The Marco Island Planning Board is reviewing a request for a boat dock extension at 485 Collier Ct. and a variance petition for 82 N. Barfield Dr. The agenda also includes the approval of April 1, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Boat dock extension request (BD-22-000083) at 485 Collier Ct., Slip # 12
• Variance petition request (VP-22-000036) for 82 N. Barfield Dr.
• Approval of April 1, 2022, meeting minutes

The Marco Island Planning Board approved a variance petition to reduce the rear setback for a screen enclosure at 82 N. Barfield Dr., with a condition that the applicant provide a drawing showing the original 1987 design. The board also continued a boat dock extension request for 485 Collier Ct., Slip #12 to the July 1, 2022 meeting. The agenda and April 1, 2022 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved variance petition VP-22-000036 for 82 N. Barfield Dr. (7-0)
• Continued boat dock extension request BD-22-000083 for 485 Collier Ct., Slip #12 to July 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 1, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Beach Access Beautification Project and the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative. The agenda also includes a review of creative wrap utility box bases.

• Beach Access Beautification Project (ID 22-2241)
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative (ID 22-2242)
• Creative Wrap Utility Box Bases (ID 22-2299)
• Approval of May 4, 2022 Meeting Minutes

The Beautification Advisory Committee discussed and agreed on the content for a Beach Access Beautification Project presentation to be given at the June 20, 2022 City Council meeting. The committee also reviewed the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative and discussed a potential Memorandum of Understanding with Naples Botanical Garden. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motions were to approve the agenda and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Agreed on presentation elements for Beach Access Beautification Project (defining beautification, quality of life, signage and lighting)
• Scheduled draft presentation distribution before June 20, 2022 City Council meeting

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The meeting includes reviews of multiple cases involving weeds, litter, debris, and protected species. The board will also address the certification of fines and a request for fine mitigation.

• Protected species violations at 1821 Hawaii Cir
• Property maintenance cases involving weeds, litter, and debris at various addresses
• Certification of fines for properties on Ludlow Rd, Caxambas Dr, and Bald Eagle Dr
• A request for mitigation of fines for Case #21-0062M
• Violations regarding damaged sidewalks and parking citations

The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 25 cases on May 31, 2022, issuing fines and compliance orders for violations including overgrown weeds, litter, silt fence issues, and parking citations. Two cases were dismissed, two continued, and one mitigation request was granted. A certification order for $77,500 in accrued fines was issued against Davide Italian Deli, and a $2,400 certification was ordered for a Ludlow Road property.

• Continued two protected species cases at 1821 Hawaii Cir to June 28, 2022
• Fined $50 + $50 admin fee for overgrown weeds at 571 Tripoli CT, with 10-day compliance
• Fined $50 per violation + $50 admin fee for weeds/litter at 748 Seagrape
• Fined $150 + $50 admin fee for multiple violations at 615 E Elkcam Cir, 30-day compliance
• Dismissed cases at 1970 San Marco RD, 295 Landmark ST, and MARCO BCH UNIT 7 BLK 182 LOT 1
• Certified $2,400 in fines for 1764 Ludlow RD violations
• Certified $77,500 in fines for Davide Italian Deli at 664 Bald Eagle DR
• Granted mitigation reducing fine from $36,400 to $10,000 for 3200 San Marco RD

City Council

The City Council will conduct a Water Quality Workshop to review recommendations from the Waterways Advisory Committee. The session includes an evaluation of potential nutrient impacts and removal strategies. The council will also discuss a limited independent review of the M.I. Nutrient Source Evaluation Project Report.

• Presentation of Waterways Advisory Committee Recommendations
• Evaluation of ERD Report regarding nutrient impacts and removal strategies
• Review of M.I. Nutrient Source Evaluation Project Report

The City Council held a water quality workshop to discuss recommendations from the Waterways Advisory Committee and a Jacobs Engineering review of nutrient impacts. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the Council committed to continuing discussions and considering budget support for water quality actions in the 2023 fiscal year.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the workshop
• Council committed to developing a cost/benefit matrix for water quality spending
• Council indicated intent to discuss water quality topics further and consider 2023 budget support

Waterways Advisory Committee

The committee will review a presentation for the May 23, 2022, Water Quality Workshop. Members will also discuss Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) restoration plans and stormwater pretreatment methods using Suntree Filters.

• Review of presentation for the 5/23/22 Water Quality Workshop
• FDEP Restoration Plans for Impaired Waters in the State
• Stormwater Pretreatment Methods (Suntree Filters)

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved its agenda and April 21, 2022 minutes. Members confirmed seven presentation elements for the upcoming May 23 Water Quality Workshop with City Council, and discussed concerns about the Jacobs Engineering review of Dr. Harper's water quality report. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 21, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Confirmed seven presentation elements for May 23 Water Quality Workshop

Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.

The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation will review draft logos presented via Zoom. The agenda also includes an update on the Unity Park Foundation Donation and a review of the financial statement.

• Presentation of draft logos by B-Squared Advertising
• Update on Unity Park Foundation Donation
• Approval of November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of financial statement

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review staff reports regarding Parks and Recreation capital requests and naming requests. Miguel Carballo, Manager of Fleets and Facilities, will present Parks Capital Budget recommendations. The agenda also includes the introduction of City Clerk Mike Sheffield.

• Presentation of Parks Capital Budget Recommendations
• Staff reports on Parks and Recreation capital requests
• Staff recommendations regarding naming requests
• Introduction of City Clerk Mike Sheffield

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved renaming the dock/gazebo to the 'Cale Model Yacht Sailing Center' (4-0). They also approved the agenda and the April 19, 2022 minutes. Staff presented capital budget recommendations for FY23, but no funding decisions were made. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 19, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved name change to 'Cale Model Yacht Sailing Center' (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review an ordinance amending the Firefighters' Pension Plan and a purchase order for sewer manhole rehabilitation. The agenda also includes a recommendation on city janitorial services and a discussion regarding quorum requirements during declared states of emergency.

• Purchase order to B&J Linings, Inc. for Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Project ($234,225)
• First reading of ordinance amending the Firefighters' Pension Plan
• Janitorial services insourcing/outsourcing recommendation with $47,747 in projected savings
• Contract awards to Progressive Auto Center and Executive Auto Repair for fleet maintenance
• FDEP presentation regarding restoration plans for impaired waters

The City Council approved a $234,225 purchase order to B&J Linings, Inc. for the Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Project, including a $20,000 contingency. It also approved insourcing janitorial services with a new full-time position (5-2), awarded fleet maintenance contracts to two auto repair firms, and passed the first reading of an ordinance amending the Firefighters' Pension Plan. The council also approved a letter of support for a Conservation Collier land acquisition and issued several proclamations.

• Approved $234,225 purchase order to B&J Linings for sewer manhole rehab (7-0)
• Approved insourcing janitorial services with new full-time position (5-2)
• Awarded fleet maintenance contracts to Progressive Auto Center and Executive Auto Repair (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Firefighters' Pension Plan ordinance amendment (7-0)
• Approved letter of support for Conservation Collier parcel acquisition (consent agenda)
• Approved agenda and minutes of May 2, 2022 (7-0)
• Proclaimed National Safe Boating Week and Drowning Prevention Month
• Honored retiring Deputy Fire Chief Dave Batiato

City Council

The City Council will discuss budget policies, priorities, and assumptions for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes a review of Fiscal Year 2023 budget guidance and related assumptions.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Guidance & Assumptions
• Discussion of City of Marco Island Budget Priorities
• Reference to 2019 Budget Ordinance

The City Council held a workshop-style meeting to review proposed budget policies and assumptions for Fiscal Year 2023, led by Finance Director Guillermo Polanco. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the item was informational only. Public comment was not offered, and the meeting adjourned at 2:17 P.M.

• Reviewed FY2023 budget priorities and assumptions (no vote)
• No formal actions taken; meeting was informational

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will review updated construction plans, project bid schedules, and engineer's estimates. The meeting also includes the 2023 millage rate determination and a financial report through April 30, 2022.

• Updated construction plans and project bid schedules
• 2023 millage rate determination
• 2022 Annual Monitoring Update presentation
• Financial report as of April 30, 2022
• Introduction of Public Works Staff Liaison & Administrative Support

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss several environmental and beautification initiatives. This includes a review of Marco-in-Bloom and the Beach Access Beautification Project. The committee will also receive an introduction to the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years initiative.

• Marco-in-Bloom Review
• Arbor Day Celebration discussion
• Beach Access Beautification Project plan elements
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative introduction

The Beautification Advisory Committee met and discussed several ongoing projects, including the Marco-in-Bloom review, Arbor Day celebration, Beach Access Beautification Project, and the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years initiative. No formal motions or votes were taken on these items; the committee only deliberated and planned future actions. The meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 6, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed Marco-in-Bloom improvements, no vote
• Discussed Arbor Day plaque and future lead, no vote
• Discussed Beach Access Beautification inputs, no vote
• Discussed 10,000 Trees initiative, no vote

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding boathouse design requirements and the removal of affordable housing density bonuses. The agenda also includes a public hearing on an off-site parking agreement for Bald Eagle Drive properties.

• Off-site parking agreement for 1202 and 1121 Bald Eagle Drive
• Ordinance revising boathouse canopy and design requirements
• Ordinance removing affordable housing density bonus and incentive units
• Ratification of IAFF Local No. 2887 collective bargaining agreement
• MOU for School Resource Officers in Marco Island Schools

The City Council denied a resolution approving an off-site parking agreement for a proposed restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Drive, with additional parking at 1121 Bald Eagle Drive, after a public hearing. The motion failed 1-6. The Council also approved an ordinance allowing boat dock and lift canopies with flexible, non-rigid materials only, and rejected a proposal to remove affordable housing density bonuses. Additionally, the Council approved a firefighter collective bargaining agreement, employee retention incentives, and authorized renegotiation of the Tommie Barfield Elementary interlocal agreement.

• Denied off-site parking agreement for 1202 Bald Eagle Drive restaurant (1-6)
• Approved Ordinance 22-05 allowing boat canopies with flexible materials only (7-0)
• Rejected Ordinance 22-06 removing affordable housing density bonus (3-4)
• Ratified firefighter collective bargaining agreement (7-0)
• Approved employee retention incentives: $50/week gas stipend and longevity bonus (7-0)
• Authorized renegotiation of Tommie Barfield Elementary interlocal agreement (7-0)
• Approved MOU for School Resource Officers (7-0)
• Authorized sale of surplus properties at 1825 and 1955 Mainsail Drive (7-0)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will review correlations regarding Rookery Bay Estuary water quality. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Marco Trophic State Analysis.

• Rookery Bay Estuary Water Quality Correlations
• Marco Trophic State Analysis
• Approval of March 17, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the April 2022 staff report and approve minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting. A presentation regarding the Farmer's Market will be given by volunteer Todd Birch. The committee will also discuss the FY23 budget season.

• Presentation by Todd Birch regarding the Farmer's Market
• Review of April 2022 Staff Report
• Discussion of FY23 budget season
• Approval of March 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on staff updates and discussions, including the spray park repair status, potential budget requests, and park improvement suggestions.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved March 15, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will review progress on several local projects. This includes updates on the Beach Access Beautification Project and the 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative. The committee will also discuss the Marco in Bloom 2022 program.

• Beach Access Beautification Project Update
• 10,000 Trees in 10 Years Initiative update
• Marco in Bloom 2022 update
• BAC Website Update
• Approval of March 2, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will consider several quasi-judicial public hearings regarding property variances at Marco Island Academy and other locations. They are also reviewing a $1,325,079.80 grant for Fire Station 50 and a storm drain replacement contract.

• $1,325,079.80 grant agreement for Fire Station 50, Code Plus Phase II
• $249,850.00 contract for storm drain outfall replacement at 224 Landmark Street
• Variance requests for light fixture height and landscaping at Marco Island Academy
• Conditional Use Permit for an RV garage at 1751 Ludlow Road
• $68,500.00 engineering services contract for Wells #13 and #16 rehabilitation

The City Council approved Resolution 22-10, granting four variance petitions for the Marco Island Academy at 2255 San Marco Road, including a light fixture height increase to 60 feet, tree relocation, and reduced setbacks for a scoreboard and flagpole. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a recreational vehicle garage at 1751 Ludlow Road, a variance for a property at 297 North Collier Boulevard, a storm drain outfall replacement contract, a hazard mitigation grant for Fire Station 50, and a donation agreement for Veterans' Community Park. All votes were unanimous except for the North Collier Boulevard variance, which passed 6-1 with Councilor Rola dissenting.

• Approved Resolution 22-10 granting four variance petitions for Marco Island Academy (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-11 conditional use permit for RV garage at 1751 Ludlow Road (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-12 variance for property at 297 North Collier Boulevard (6-1)
• Approved $249,850 purchase order for storm drain outfall replacement at 224 Landmark Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-13 accepting $1,325,079.80 hazard mitigation grant for Fire Station 50 (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of Veterans' Community Park donation naming bandshell 'Unity Bandshell' (7-0)
• Authorized up to $10,000 for Big Marco Pass dredging survey (7-0)
• Approved $68,500 purchase order for well rehabilitation engineering services (consent agenda)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The board will review a permit modification proposal regarding a temporary stockpile for North Beach maintenance. The meeting also includes an update on Tigertail Lagoon and Sand Dollar Island and a financial update.

• Permit modification proposal for North Beach maintenance stockpile
• Update on Tigertail Lagoon and Sand Dollar Island
• Financial update
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved a work order for a temporary stockpile permit modification, not to exceed $7,500, to begin the application process. The board also approved the agenda and the amended minutes from the March 7, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island project and financials.

• Approved temporary stockpile permit modification work order, not to exceed $7,500 (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 7, 2022 minutes as amended (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider resolutions for boat dock extensions at 911 Ruby Ct. and 179 Copperfield Ct. The board will also discuss ordinance revisions regarding boat dock canopies and the removal of affordable housing density bonuses.

• Boat dock extension request: 911 Ruby Ct. (ID 22-2195)
• Boat dock extension request: 179 Copperfield Ct. (ID 22-2196)
• Code revisions for boat dock and lift canopies (ID 22-2192)
• Ordinance regarding affordable housing density bonus removal (ID 22-2194)

The Planning Board approved revisions to the boat dock and lift canopy regulations in Section 54-116 and associated definitions in Section 54-101, with changes made during discussion. The board also approved Land Development Code amendments removing the affordable housing density bonus and incentive units, consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Two boat dock extension requests at 911 Ruby Ct. and 179 Copperfield Ct. were approved with conditions.

• Approved boat cover ordinance revisions to Sec. 54-116 and definitions in Sec. 54-101 (6-0)
• Approved removal of affordable housing density bonus and incentive units from Land Development Code (6-0)
• Approved boat dock extension at 911 Ruby Ct. with conditions (6-0)
• Approved boat dock extension at 179 Copperfield Ct. with conditions (6-0)
• Approved March 18, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

All cases scheduled for the March 29, 2022, meeting have been continued to April 26, 2022. The agenda includes pending matters regarding protected species and weeds, as well as orders for the certification of fines.

• Continuation of cases at 1821 Hawaii Cir (Protected Species)
• Continuation of case at 571 Tripoli CT (Overgrown Weeds)
• Certification of fines for 1764 Ludlow RD
• Certification of fines for 1748 Granada DR
• Certification of fines for 870 Caxambas DR

Audit Advisory Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the February 16, 2022, meeting and receive an update on the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). This update will be provided by Mauldin & Jenkins and the City’s Finance Director.

• CAFR update by Mauldin & Jenkins and the City's Finance Director
• Approval of February 16, 2022, meeting minutes

The Audit Advisory Committee approved the agenda and the minutes from February 16, 2022, and discussed the Fiscal Year 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) with the City's auditor and police chief. No new business was considered, and the meeting was adjourned after the discussion.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes of February 16, 2022 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items, including a $65,000 contract for 4th of July fireworks. The Council will also review a lease agreement to provide space within City Hall to the Collier County Board of County Commissioners. Additionally, there will be reports on Rapid Infiltration Basins property and departmental updates.

• Contract award to Exposhows Inc. for 2022 4th of July Fireworks ($65,000)
• Lease of City Hall space to Collier County Board of County Commissioners
• Resolution amending fees for Parks & Recreation Summer Camp Programs
• Report on Rapid Infiltration Basins (RIBS) Property

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review four continued variance petitions for the Marco Island Academy located at 2255 San Marco Rd. The meeting also includes discussions regarding boat cover regulations and an ordinance to repeal the Affordable Housing Density Bonus. Additionally, a new conditional use permit request for 1751 Ludlow Rd is scheduled for consideration.

• Variance petitions for Marco Island Academy at 2255 San Marco Rd (VP-21-000298, VP-21-000299, VP-21-000325, VP-21-000326)
• Discussion on boat cover regulations in Section 54-116
• Discussion on ordinance to repeal Affordable Housing Density Bonus (Sec 30-67)
• Conditional Use Permit request for 1751 Ludlow Rd (CUP-22-000002)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will review the minutes from the February 17, 2022, meeting and address recommendations for City Council. The agenda also includes a period for public comment and discussion of topics of interest to committee members.

• Approval of February 17, 2022, meeting minutes
• Recommendations to City Council

The Marco Island Waterways Advisory Committee voted unanimously to adopt a resolution calling for the resumption of seawall inspections and a review of related ordinances. The committee also approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, and discussed the stalled Big Marco Pass dredging project, which lost federal funding. No public comment or presentations were made.

• Adopted resolution to resume seawall inspections and review related ordinances (6-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved February 17, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes an Audubon presentation regarding Western Everglades season statistics and a discussion on rodenticide.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Audubon presentation on Western Everglades Season Stats
• Discussion on Rodenticide
• Approval of January 19 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Agenda items include an update on Racquet Center court resurfacing and funding, as well as the March staff report for Parks, Culture and Recreation.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Racquet Center Court Resurfacing and Funding Update
• March Staff Report for Parks, Culture and Recreation
• Presentation by Calusa Garden Club

City Council

The City Council is considering several infrastructure contracts for water and sewer services. The agenda also includes second readings of ordinances regarding animal grooming and sea turtle protection. Additionally, the council will review a parking agreement for Bald Eagle Drive.

• $88,730 contract for raw water transmission main pipe design and engineering
• $82,900 sewer main replacement in Hideaway Beach Community
• $141,592.25 storm drain improvements along Bayport Avenue
• Ordinance second reading to allow animal grooming services
• Off-site parking agreement for 1202 Bald Eagle Drive

The City Council voted 4-3 to continue consideration of the off-site parking agreement for a proposed 268-seat restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Drive for up to 60 days, pending an independent traffic/parking study. The Council also approved several routine items, including consent agenda appointments and purchase orders, two ordinance amendments, the sale of surplus property, and a pay range adjustment.

• Continued off-site parking resolution for 1202 Bald Eagle Drive for up to 60 days for traffic study (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda including appointment of Hayden Dublois to Planning Board and two purchase orders ($88,730 and $82,900)
• Approved LDC amendment allowing animal grooming services in C-3 district (7-0)
• Approved Sea Turtle Protection ordinance (7-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 1825 and 1955 Mainsail Drive (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to adopt new pay ranges and adjust salaries below minimum (7-0)
• Approved $141,592.25 purchase order for storm drain improvements on Bayport Avenue (7-0)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will discuss monitoring surveys and environmental service proposals. The meeting includes a budget and timeline review for Tigertail Lagoon and Sand Dollar Island. The board will also address financial reports and board vacancies.

• Near Shore Borrow Area Expansion Monitoring Survey Proposal
• Tigertail Lagoon/ Sand Dollar Island Budget Review/Timeline
• Pre-Construction Environmental Services Proposal
• Resolution Discussion
• Board Vacancies

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved two contracts: a third-year fiscal monitoring survey for $49,950 and a pre-construction environmental services proposal for $42,165, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also discussed the Tigertail Lagoon project timeline, noting the state DEP permit was received and the Army Corps permit is pending, with construction targeted to begin November 1. No public comment was made, and the board tabled further discussion on a potential $700,000 loan from the city to the next meeting.

• Approved third-year fiscal monitoring survey scope of work for $49,950 (5-0)
• Approved pre-construction environmental services proposal from Humiston & Moore for $42,165 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes as amended (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a variance petition and a site development plan amendment for a restaurant at 297 N. Collier Blvd., both by a 5-1 vote. The board also approved a site development plan for Leigh Plummer Park to relocate a shade structure. Several variance requests for Marco Island Academy and The French Village were continued to the March 18 meeting.

• Approved variance VP-21-000309 for 297 N. Collier Blvd. (5-1)
• Approved site development plan amendment SDPA-21-000293 for 297 N. Collier Blvd. with alley drainage condition (5-1)
• Approved site development plan SDP-22-000039 for Leigh Plummer Park (6-0)
• Continued four variance requests for Marco Island Academy to March 18
• Continued variance request VP-21-000308 for The French Village to March 18

Beautification Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates for the Beach Access Beautification Project and Marco In Bloom 2022. The meeting also includes a presentation from Naples Botanical Garden and discussions regarding Marco Nature Night 2022.

• Beach Access Beautification Project update
• Marco In Bloom 2022 update
• Naples Botanical Garden presentation
• Marco Nature Night 2022 discussion
• Black Olive Tree discussion

City Council

The City Council is considering first readings for ordinances regarding the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and sea turtle protection. The agenda also includes building permit fee updates and a potential tax referendum for the Hideaway Beach District.

• $85,695.00 change order for Fruit Farm Creek Restoration Culvert Project
• $136,167.98 change order for San Marco Road and Heathwood Drive intersection reconstruction
• First reading of an ordinance amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan with a Ten-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
• First reading of a sea turtle protection ordinance
• Resolution for a referendum on a special ad valorem tax in the Hideaway Beach District

The City Council approved the first reading of an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan 2040 incorporating the Ten-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan and a Property Rights Element, after a separate motion to add specific language to the plan failed. The Council also approved first readings of ordinances to allow animal grooming services in C-3 zones and to update sea turtle protection rules. Resolutions approved included updated building permit fees, a referendum on the Hideaway Beach tax district, and the reappointment of the Special Magistrate.

• Approved Resolution 22-04 to vacate a utility easement at 215 & 219 Seahorse Court.
• Approved first reading of Comprehensive Plan 2040 amendment incorporating the Ten-Year Water Supply Work Plan and Property Rights Element.
• Failed a motion to add the phrase 'subject to State Law and local ordinance' to Infrastructure Policy Element 1.1.1.
• Approved first reading of LDC amendment to allow animal grooming services in C-3 districts.
• Approved first reading of Sea Turtle Protection ordinance.
• Approved reappointment of Myrnabelle Roche as Special Magistrate for a two-year term.
• Approved Resolution 22-05 updating the Building Permit Fee Schedule.
• Approved Resolution 22-06 calling a referendum on the Hideaway Beach special ad valorem tax.

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate is reviewing numerous cases involving code violations throughout Marco Island. These include issues regarding protected species, unpermitted work, and staging without permits.

• Protected species cases at 1821 Hawaii Cir and 486 W Joy Cir
• Unpermitted work cases including 1407 Butterfield CT and 1206 Edington PL
• Staging without a permit at 1065 Bonita Ct, 841 Kendall Dr, and 459 Waterleaf CT
• Illicit discharge and storm water pollution cases at 1000 N Collier Blvd and 1774 Dogwood Dr
• Certification of fines for Case# 19-1643C at 861 Bald Eagle Dr

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss amendments to the Land Development Code related to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Element. This item is listed under new business.

• Land Development Code (LDC) Amendments (ID 22-2098)
• 2040 Comp Plan - Future Land Use Element

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will discuss updates to the hypoxia report and a motion regarding the removal of phosphorus. The meeting also includes the election of a chair and vice-chair.

• Election of Chair/Vice-Chair
• Hypoxia Report Update
• Motion regarding removal of phosphorus
• Approval of January 13 and January 20 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the Short-Term Rental Registration Program, ID 22-2081. The discussion includes a white paper related to the Collier County Short Term Rental Ordinance.

• Discussion of Short-Term Rental Registration Program (ID 22-2081)
• Review of Collier County Short Term Rental Ordinance white paper

The City Council held a workshop to discuss a potential short-term rental registration program for single-family vacation homes. After hearing public comment, the Council did not vote on any ordinance but directed staff to analyze 35 verified noise complaints, research other Florida municipalities' registration processes, and reconcile data on vacation rental properties.

• Directed staff to analyze 35 verified noise complaints (Aug-Dec 2021)
• Directed staff to research other Florida municipalities' rental registration processes
• Directed staff to reconcile data on single-family vacation rental homes

Audit Advisory Committee

The Audit Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from its October 27, 2021 meeting, both by unanimous voice votes. The committee heard an audit update from Mauldin & Jenkins indicating no significant issues were found, with the final report expected in March. Staff also presented on insurance renewals and claim statuses. The next meeting was scheduled for March 23, 2022.

• Approved the meeting agenda by voice vote (5-0)
• Approved the October 27, 2021 meeting minutes by voice vote (5-0)
• Heard an audit update from Mauldin & Jenkins; no significant issues identified, final report due in March
• Heard a presentation on property and liability insurance renewals and claim statuses
• Scheduled the next committee meeting for March 23, 2022 at 9:00 A.M.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the February 2022 staff report and approve minutes from January 18, 2022. Presentations are scheduled regarding a Vietnam statue at Veterans Community Park and the naming of a dock and gazebo. The agenda also includes a donation of a ping-pong table for Mackle Park.

• Donation of a ping-pong table at Mackle Park by Bob Lear
• Presentation on a Vietnam Statue at Veterans Community Park
• Presentation regarding the naming of a dock and gazebo
• Review of February 2022 Staff Report

City Council

The City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance regarding sea turtle protection. The agenda also includes a report on the use of boat covers and a legislative update on several state bills. Additionally, the council will review a position paper regarding a sidewalk referendum.

• First reading of Sea Turtle Protection ordinance (ID 22-2073)
• Report on Planning Board discussion regarding prohibited boat covers
• Legislative update on SB 974, SB 512, SB 620, and SB 280a
• Sidewalk Referendum position paper presentation
• Recognition of Joshua Ferris for 10 years of police service

The Marco Island City Council approved sending letters to state legislators opposing Senate Bill 512, which would limit local rental registration fees, and Senate Bill 620, which would allow businesses to sue over certain ordinances. The Council also directed the Planning Board to revise boat cover rules to allow protective canopies. The sea turtle protection ordinance was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved letter opposing SB 512 on rental registration fees (4-3)
• Approved letter opposing SB 620 on business damages lawsuits (5-2)
• Authorized Planning Board to revise Sec. 54-116 to allow boat canopies (7-0)
• Postponed sea turtle protection ordinance first reading to next meeting
• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved January 24, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering a site development plan for a new restaurant and an ordinance to allow animal grooming services in C-3 zones. The board will also review a utility easement vacation request for Seahorse Court. Several items regarding the Comprehensive Plan and 297 N. Collier Blvd are continued to future meetings.

• Ordinance to allow animal grooming services in C-3 zones
• Site Development Plan for a full-service restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Dr.
• Utility easement vacation request for 215 & 218 Seahorse Court
• Continuation of Comprehensive Plan 2040 amendment regarding water supply and property rights

The Marco Island Planning Board unanimously approved forwarding two Comprehensive Plan amendments (Ten-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan and Property Rights Element) to City Council, approved an LDC amendment allowing animal grooming in C-3 zones, approved a utility easement vacation at Seahorse Court, and approved a site development plan for a full-service restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Dr. The board also elected Jason Bailey as Chair and Larry Honig as Vice-Chair, and approved the January 7, 2022 minutes as amended.

• Elected Jason Bailey as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Larry Honig as Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Approved January 7, 2022 minutes as amended (7-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendments (Water Supply Work Plan and Property Rights Element) with language change (7-0)
• Approved LDC amendment to allow animal grooming in C-3 zone (7-0)
• Approved utility easement vacation at 215 & 218 Seahorse Court (7-0)
• Approved site development plan for full-service restaurant at 1202 Bald Eagle Dr. (7-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will review updates for the Marco Nature Night 2022 and Marco in Bloom 2022 programs. The meeting also includes a presentation and white paper regarding the 10,000 Trees in Ten Years initiative.

• Update on Marco Nature Night 2022 (ID 22-2067)
• Update on Marco in Bloom 2022 (ID 22-2068)
• Presentation and white paper for 10,000 Trees in Ten Years (ID 22-2066)

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved its agenda and prior minutes, then unanimously re-elected Shelli Connelly as Chair and Dustin Nesmith as Vice-Chair for the upcoming year. The committee also approved holding the Arbor Day celebration on April 29th at Winterberry Park and continued planning for Marco Nature Night and Marco in Bloom. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved minutes from January 5, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Re-elected Shelli Connelly as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Dustin Nesmith as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Arbor Day celebration date of April 29th at Winterberry Park

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate heard 35 cases on January 25, 2022, issuing fines for violations including work without permits, litter, overgrown weeds, and protected species. Several cases were dismissed or continued, and three certification orders were issued for unpaid fines, including liens on properties.

• Dismissed case #21-2757 (326 Polynesia Ct)
• Fined $50 + $50 admin fee for trash on swale (1180 Bond Ct)
• Fined $1 for protected species violation (1830 Travida Terr)
• Continued protected species case to March 2022 (548 Spinnaker CT)
• Dismissed without prejudice pending investigation (532 Spinnaker Dr)
• Continued two protected species cases to next month (1821 Hawaii Cir)
• Closed sidewalk maintenance case for compliance (158 W Flamingo Cir)
• Fined $50 + $50 admin fee, 45 days to correct or $50/day (1764 Ludlow Rd)

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider several resolutions and discussions. These include authorizing architectural services for the Collection and Distribution Department and the sale of surplus property on Mainsail Drive. The council will also discuss North Water Utility and a citizen engagement proposal.

• $216,650.00 purchase order to ADG Architecture, LLC for building design and construction services
• Sale of surplus property at 1825 and 1955 Mainsail Drive
• Citizen Engagement and Citizen Survey Proposal
• Discussion regarding North Water Utility
• Adoption of Collier County’s 2021 Emergency Management Plan

The City Council approved a $216,650 purchase order to ADG Architecture for design services for a new Collection and Distribution Department building. Council also rejected a bid for two surplus properties on Mainsail Drive and directed staff to re-notice them for sealed bids. A 24/7 citizen engagement smartphone app was approved (6-1), and a one-time citizen survey was approved (4-3). Council also authorized hiring a consultant to assess North Marco Utilities' assets.

• Approved $216,650 architectural services contract with ADG Architecture (7-0)
• Rejected SK Holdings bid for 1825 & 1955 Mainsail Drive; re-notice for sealed bids (7-0)
• Approved $17,544/yr GoGov 24/7 citizen engagement smartphone app (6-1)
• Approved $7,990 one-time citizen survey with Mobile Digital Insights (4-3)
• Authorized consultant to assess North Marco Utilities assets (consensus)
• Approved consent agenda including Collier County 2021 Emergency Management Plan (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 10, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The committee will review alternative wastewater treatment methods and discuss potential upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Members are also reviewing management options to provide recommendations to the City Council.

• Presentation on alternative wastewater treatment methods
• Review of recommended management options for City Council
• Discussion regarding WWTP upgrades

The committee unanimously approved the agenda and the December 16, 2021 minutes. Members agreed on five recommendations to present to City Council, including creating a new city department for water quality, hiring a consulting engineering firm, reviewing reuse water, re-evaluating the fertilizer ordinance, and public education. The recommendations will be refined at the next meeting. A discussion on WWTP upgrades was postponed due to lack of time.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 16, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Agreed on five recommendations to City Council (no formal vote recorded)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Sea Turtle Ordinance and listen to presentations from Audubon Western Everglades and Longboat Key regarding season statistics and ordinance updates. The meeting also includes approval of the 2022 meeting schedule and November 24, 2021 minutes.

• Sea Turtle Ordinance review
• Audubon Western Everglades season statistics presentation
• Longboat Key ordinance updates presentation
• Approval of 2022 BchCRAC meeting schedule

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved changes to the Sea Turtle Ordinance after discussion, and also approved the 2022 meeting schedule. The meeting included presentations from Audubon Western Everglades and Longboat Key, and a public comment from JW Marriott regarding the ordinance.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 24 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Sea Turtle Ordinance changes (6-0)
• Approved 2022 BchCRAC meeting schedule (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review the January 2022 Staff Report and the 2022 committee calendar. Joe Batte is scheduled to give a presentation regarding a Vietnam Statue at Veterans Community Park.

• Presentation on Vietnam Statue at Veterans Community Park
• Review of January 2022 Staff Report
• Discussion of 2022 PRAC Calendar Schedule
• Approval of November 16, 2021 minutes

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved placing a Chair of Honor memorial at Veterans' Community Park, including associated costs for lighting and foundation. The committee also approved the amended agenda, the November 16, 2021 minutes, and the 2022 meeting calendar. Staff reported on park construction delays, shade structure options (unfunded), and Racquet Center court proposals.

• Approved placement of Chair of Honor at Veterans' Community Park with lighting and foundation costs (6-0)
• Approved amended agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2022 PRAC calendar schedule (6-0)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee is holding a special called meeting to discuss recommendations for City Council. The agenda includes reviewing recommended management options under ID 21-2032. No further details regarding the specific subject are provided in the document.

• Recommendation to City Council (ID 21-2032) regarding management options

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will receive an update regarding the final district referendum request resolution. Staff communications include permitting for the Near Shore Borrow Area Expansion and Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island.

• Final District Referendum Request Resolution Update
• Near Shore Borrow Area Expansion Permitting
• Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Permitting
• Environmental Monitoring & FWC Coordination

The board approved Resolution 22-01, which initiates a district referendum, and also approved the agenda and amended minutes. Staff reported progress on permits for the Near Shore Borrow Area Expansion and Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island projects, with construction targeted before November 1, 2022. No public comment or new business was presented.

• Approved Resolution 22-01 for district referendum (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 12/15/21 as amended (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a second reading of an ordinance to subdivide property at 40 South Heathwood Drive. The council will also discuss building permit fee updates and consider an engineering contract for the Biologically Activated Filter Project. Additionally, members will discuss support for a short-term rental housing ordinance.

• $392,000.00 contract for engineering services at the Source Water Facility
• Ordinance second reading to subdivide property at 40 South Heathwood Drive
• Discussion of building permit fee study and proposed schedule updates
• Discussion regarding support for a short-term rental housing ordinance

The City Council approved Ordinance 22-01, a second reading request to subdivide one lot into three separate tracts at 40 South Heathwood Drive for San Marco Health, with a 6-1 vote. The council also authorized a $392,000 purchase order to Jacobs Engineering Group for the Biologically Activated Filter Project at the Source Water Facility. Additionally, the council directed the Beautification Advisory Committee to proceed with the '10,000 Trees in Ten Years' proposal, and discussed a building permit fee study and short-term rental ordinance, with no final action on those items.

• Approved Ordinance 22-01 to subdivide one lot into three tracts at 40 South Heathwood Drive (6-1)
• Authorized $392,000 purchase order to Jacobs Engineering Group for Biologically Activated Filter Project (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of December 6, 2021 meetings (7-0)
• Directed Beautification Advisory Committee to proceed with '10,000 Trees in Ten Years' proposal
• Directed building permit fee study team to delve into greater depth on concerns raised

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed the 2022 meeting schedule and discussed changes to boat cover definitions. Several items, including a Comprehensive Plan amendment and property petitions for 297 N. Collier Blvd, were continued to February 4, 2022.

• Amendment to Comprehensive Plan 2040 regarding water supply facilities
• Variance petition for 297 N. Collier Blvd
• Site Development Plan Amendment for 297 N. Collier Blvd
• Discussion on boat cover and Mooring Cover Assist System definitions

The Marco Island Planning Board voted to recommend that the City Council remove the prohibition on boat covers from Section 54-116, and also approved a staff-recommended change to the definition of 'Mooring Cover Assist System.' Several other items, including a comprehensive plan amendment and variance requests, were continued to the February 4, 2022 meeting.

• Approved motion to recommend City Council remove 'Boat Covers' from Sec. 54-116 (6-0)
• Approved staff recommendation to change definition of 'Mooring Cover Assist System' (5-1)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes of November 5, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Continued Comprehensive Plan 2040 amendment to February 4, 2022
• Continued variance petition for 297 N. Collier Blvd. to February 4, 2022
• Continued site development plan amendment for 297 N. Collier Blvd. to February 4, 2022

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding Marco Nature Night 2022, Marco in Bloom 2022, and the Beach Access Project. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the December 1, 2021, meeting.

• Marco Nature Night 2022 update
• Marco in Bloom 2022 update
• Beach Access Project update
• Approval of December 1, 2021, meeting minutes

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the December 1, 2021 meeting, both by unanimous voice votes. Staff reported Marco Island's continued Tree City USA designation for 2021 and discussed holiday lighting plans. No new business or substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 12/1/21 meeting (5-0)