Port of the Islands
Community Improvement District

The regular meeting of the Port of the Islands Community Improvement District was held on Friday, May 20, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. at the Orchid Cove Community Center on 25005 Peacock Lane, Naples, Florida 34114 and also via web conference.

Present (or by web conference) and constituting a quorum were:
Teri O’Connell – Chair
Michele Holloway – Vice Chair
Ray Jensen – Assistant Secretary
Russell Kish – Assistant Secretary
Sam Leishear – Assistant Secretary

Also present(or by web conference) were:

Cal Teague – District Manager, Premier District Management (PDM)
Anthony Pires, Jr. – Attorney, Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A.
David Schmitt – Engineer, Hole Montes, Inc.
Mitch Gilbert – Florida Utility Solutions
Robert Soto – Soto Landscape Maintenance
Gaby Novak- Project Specialist, PDM
Residents

The following is a summary of the discussion and actions taken at the Port of the Islands Community Improvement District (CID) Board of Supervisors meeting.

The Port of the Islands Community Improvement District Regular Meeting was called to order by Chair O’Connell and all Board members were present, with Vice Chair Holloway attending via web conference. Also at the meeting were Cal Teague, the District Manager, David Schmitt, the Engineer, Tony Pires, the Attorney, Mitch Gilbert of FUS, Robert Soto of Soto Landscape Maintenance, and Several Residents. Gaby Novak of PDM, and Several Residents participated via web conference.

Before approving the Agenda, the Board decided to move the Audience Comments from the end of the Agenda and combine them with the Audience Comments on the Agenda at the beginning. It was determined that Audience members must sign in, and the Board approved the use of a sign in sheet that was presented by District Manager Teague. The procedure is as follows:

Audience members will sign in on the Request to Speak form available before the meeting begins. There will be two sections, one for Agenda items, and one for miscellaneous items. Those with questions or comments on the Agenda will speak first, followed by those with miscellaneous questions or comments. If the speaker wishes to speak on an Agenda item, but there is discussion on that item, it can be identified on the sign in sheet.

All speakers will be limited to three minutes, and there will be no debate with the Board. After speaking, they will make way for the next person to speak. The comment or request will be referred to a staff member or Supervisor to respond to after the meeting. If an Audience member would like something added to the Agenda, they will follow the process of completing and submitting a petition before the meeting.

The Board made the following changes to this meeting’s Agenda:

Change Audience Comments on Agenda Items to Audience Comments.
Move 12B Parcel 13 to 4, with everything else moving down.
Add 7C Security
Add 10E Web Postings (formerly 9E)
Add 14B Durland Fish Email Response
Add 14C Disband the CID
Add 14D YouTube CID Meeting Recordings

The developer, Lindsay Case, updated the Board on his progress. He stated that he has retained Richard Yovanovich as his attorney, Grady Minor has been hired as his Engineer, he is working with a Transportation Engineer, and he has had discussions with a contractor. He has begun the development of plans, and he asked that the proposed deed restrictions be available for presentation at the next meeting, so that Phase II of the project can start. It was agreed that staff will work with Mr. Case’s team on the proposed deed restrictions.

The Board discussed key items for consideration on the deed restrictions, as follows:

Unit size restrictions, allowing no pick-up trucks, a minimum length of time for rental of properties, limiting the height of structures to two stories, no boat ramps, a possible requirement to establish an HOA, and considering lists of suggestions from residents.

The Board discussed transferring the North Hotel property to the CID, which will be retained as open space for public use.

Speakers were as follows:

i. Agenda Items

Lisa Saeger commented that she is against establishing an HOA for Parcel 13.

Kathryn Kehlmeier asked that the CID proceed with monument cleanup.

Deborah Jansen commented on Parcel 13 and drainage issues.

Ron Westerman commented that he is against a loan as part of the plan for next year’s Budget.

Dan Truckey asked to present his comments after the presentation by Engineer Schmitt.

ii. Non-Agenda Items

Kathryn Kehlmeier commented on the impact of community use of Next Door as it relates to the COA and CID.

Lisa Saeger was opposed to the removal of Audience Comments at the end of the meeting.

Steve McNamee commented that he found District records at his meeting with Supervisor Kish while they were at the Water Treatment Plant.

Rheta Bradke presented a public service announcement concerning the community efforts to help the homeless, and gave her contact number.

J.C. Sanchez reported that he will place the monument on his property, so now it can be removed from the Agenda.

Karen Reed commented that she believed that the Agenda packets should be posted on the website before meetings for public access.

Because of concerns from the Audience, the Board decided to keep the Audience Comments Agenda item at the beginning and at the end of the meeting.

A. Draft Meeting Minutes for April 15, 2022

B. Draft Meeting Minutes for April 22, 2022 – Continuation Meeting

Line 41 – Change to $16,000 ERC’s and $4,000 for utility connections for the sale of Parcel 13.

A. Landscape Maintenance Report

Robert Soto did not submit a report, but he highlighted the following issues:

He summarized the work being done on Newport Drive.
He stated that they are working on the tree that fell at the water plant.
He stated that he will be addressing irrigation concerns at the start of the rainy season.
There was discussion on an issue discovered at the ride around with Vice Chair Holloway concerning the plants that had been added to the median on Cays Drive.

Mitch Gilbert’s report was not included in the Agenda packet, but he summarized progress on the following:

He stated that operations at the water plant were running well, and there had been no complaints concerning chlorine usage.

A. Water Meter Change Out Update

He reported that all meters had been installed, except for one four-inch meter.

B. Security Lighting and Cameras Updates

Mitch reported that he is having difficulty receiving a response from ADT, so he can finish the project. Supervisor Jensen volunteered to contact them and illicit a response.

C. Building Security

This item was added to the Agenda to discuss building security concerning mosquito operations that require non-licensed water plant personnel access into the building, so they can get out the spray trailer to spray for mosquitos. A plan was presented to purchase a shipping container, and place it in a secure location outside the fenced plant area. District Manager Teague will investigate the security concerns in the area.

Engineer Schmitt presented his report and explained the history of Port of the Islands development. The following items were discussed and action taken:

A. Stella Maris North Cul-de-Sac Drainage/Asphalt Update

The Board discussed obtaining bids to quickly replace all asphalt in the roadway and the cul-de-sac, with a valley gutter for handling stormwater.

The other issues for Stella Maris North discussed were:

Having the CID take over the stormwater system of Stella Maris North, and all other systems possible, in the community. Also discussed was the necessity of granting an easement between the CID and the Villages of the Master COA, and taking over O&M of retention areas.

B. New Home Drainage/Construction Issues

It was determined that sidewalk and driveway damage during construction needs to be addressed, with the primary focus on broken sections or raised edges that are a safety concern. Engineer Schmitt and Chris Pepin are coordinating their efforts to take care of this.

David presented the results of his investigation concerning some issues of the control structures on the finger streets in the Cays, and he felt that maintenance was needed to allow them to function properly. It was noted that they also need to clean the silt and cut vegetation. Staff will see that this is done.

The concerns at 162 and 163 Sunset Cay where the swale was filled in, and a pipe installed were discussed. An elevated structure had been authorized for placement at 163, but, instead, a culvert was installed and the swale filled in. Both issues will be discussed with the homeowners after David has identified any alternatives that would satisfy all concerned.

The drainage structure between Evening Star and Sunset Cay was discussed, and David stated that it is scheduled for repair on June 8, 2022 by Mitch Gilbert’s team.

C. Storm Water Project

David is proceeding with this project, and he will be bringing on two more engineers to assist.

Resident Dave Truckey stated that he had observed that much of the equipment at the wells was unsecured, and he felt that locks needed to be installed. Mitch Gilbert agreed to have the locks installed.

At this point in the Agenda, the Board held two closed door sessions, with only the Court Reporter attending along with District Manager Teague, Attorney Pires, and Attorney Lenore Brakefield. The sessions will be updated by the Attorney.

A. Requesting County Board of Supervisors Conduct CID Election Resolution 2202-07.

B. Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Discussions

i. Capital Needs Projections

The Board discussed four projects which were presented by Engineer Schmitt, totaling $1,240,000. These included, initiating the stormwater system upgrades, repairing asphalt and drainage in Stella Maris North, installing a new roof for the existing water tank, and installing a new water/irrigation tank.

ii. Loan Consideration

There was discussion on funding the aforementioned projects and other repair and replacement items with a five-year $1,000,000 loan. The Board approved, and District Manager Teague hopes to have the documents for signature available at the next meeting.

iii. Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Public Hearing Resolution 2022-06

The Board agreed to the amend the Budget, to include the proceeds for the loan, to include those capital items previously discussed, and to increase legal and engineering expenses by $12,000 each in both the utility fund and the General fund.

C. Public Records Requests Procedures

District Manager Teague presented the revised records requests procedures, which are now being followed by the staff that are responsible for their implementation. Fees will be assessed after 15 minutes of work has been completed. Attorney Pires confirmed that this is acceptable.

D. Monthly Financial Report for April 30, 2022

E. Agenda Posting on the Website

After discussion, the Board agreed that the Agenda packets will not be posted on the website due to ADA concerns.

A. Field Report

Due to the length of the meeting, District Manager Teague quickly reviewed the report. The task that was identified was to

proceed with the painting of the Newport Drive monument.

B. Follow-ups

i. Union Road, Gulf Coast Cays, and Louland Range Sign Base Replacement Painting Update

This project is scheduled to be completed during June’s maintenance visit. All the street poles in Orchid Cove are being pressure washed in May.

ii. LCEC Orchid Cove Light Poles Cleaning

This project is scheduled to be completed by May 31, 2022.

iii. Swan Way and Union Road Stop Sign

An estimate was received from D&G.

A. Closed Session on McNamee Lawsuit

The Board went into the closed session at 12:05 p.m.

B. Closed Session on Prephan Lawsuit

The Board went into the closed session at 12:22 p.m.

C. Golf Cart Usage on CID Roads

This was tabled until further notice.

A. Cays Monument Wall License Agreement

J. C. Sanchez had stated that he would replace the wall on Parcel B, but Steve McNamee stated that he will not sign the license agreement to have it done. Therefore, the project was dropped.

A. Ponds Aeration

The Board decided to approve new aerators and new electric service on three ponds.

B. Durland Fish Email

In response to Mr. Fish’s request that the sale of Parcel 13 be slowed down, the Board stated that there is no need, because the sale has been initiated.

C. Dissolve the CID

In response to a poll summitted by the community and discussion with audience member Joe Levy to dissolve the CID, Attorney Pires referred to Chapter 190 of the Florida Statutes. Because of the requirements for the dissolution and other factors, the Board believed that this proposal would be improbable.

D. YouTube Posting

Currently the meeting recordings are kept internally, and placed on YouTube after one year. The Board decided to place all meeting recordings on YouTube directly after each meeting.

Vice Chair Holloway asked if there had been progress on shielding the light that she had pointed out previously. It was stated that the LCEC had refused to do so. Supervisor Leishear will investigate.

Supervisor Kish wondered if the mosquito sprayer might need a trickle charger, because the battery keeps dying. District Manager Teague will investigate.

Steve McNamee stated that there were statements made by the Board, and placed on the website and Next Door that were distorted.

J.C. Sanchez would like the Board to make sure that there are no dedicated easements, because boat access will be developed on his property on Cays Drive. He also wondered how the Board assesses and determines ERC’s.

Joe Levy referenced the CID’s takeover of the stormwater system, and wondered who is responsible for the seawall. He also suggested that the closed sessions be at the beginning of the meeting for the convenience of the audience and staff.

The Next Regular Meeting will be on June 17, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.