SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING

SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING

COUNCIL CHAMBERS (MacKenzie Hall)

800 DUNLOP ROAD

SANIBEL, FLORIDA

TUESDAY, JANUARY 03, 2012

9:00 A. M.

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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

A COPY OF THE AGENDA PACKET IS ON THE CITY’S WEBSITE

www.mysanibel.com

“The Rules of Civility for Public Participation” as adopted by City Council can be found

on the last page of this agenda. Reminder: Please turn all cell phones on to vibrate while

in MacKenzie Hall

1. Call to Order

2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance (Councilman Congress)

3. PRESENTATION

a. Proclamation honoring Friends in Service Here (F.I.S.H.) for 30

years of service to the residents of Sanibel

b. Proclamation proclaiming Arbor Day, January 21, 2012 (The Sanibel

School Program is Friday, January 20, 2012)

4. Planning Commission Report (Commissioner Chris Heidrick)

5. Public Comments for non-Agenda items (Maximum time allotted, 20

minutes, with a limitation of 3 minutes per speaker.)

6. Council Comments

7. Reading of an ordinance and scheduling of public hearing. (Note: The

First Reading is not a public hearing and no discussion or testimony will

be taken unless the ordinance changes permitted conditional or

prohibited uses as required by State Statute.)

a. ORDINANCE 12-002 OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL,

FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 50 PERSONNEL,

ARTICLE IV, GENERAL EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT

PLAN, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF

SANIBEL; AMENDING SECTION 50-477, PARTICIPATION,

BY CLOSING THE PLAN TO NEW HIRES; PROVIDING

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FOR CODIFICATION AND SEVERABILITY; AND

PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

9:15 A.M. 8. Second Reading and Public Hearing

a. ORDINANCE 11-012 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 86-42

WHICH AMENDED THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF

SANIBEL, DESIGNATED IN SECTION 126-242 OF THE

LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, AND CREATED A SPECIAL

USE DISTRICT FOR LOTS 42, 43, 57, 58, 59, 64, 65, 66, AND

67 OF SANIBEL ESTATES, UNRECORDED UNIT NO. 4, IN

SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE 23 EAST;

SPECIFYING THE USES PERMITTED IN AND THE

APPLICABLE REGULATIONS FOR SUCH SPECIAL USE

DISTRICT; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO

INDICATE SUCH AMENDMENT, WITH REFERENCE TO

THIS ORDINANCE TO THE ZONING MAP; PROVIDING

FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE (Relating to the Sanibel Marina property located at 643

Yachtsman Drive, Sanibel, and providing for revisions to the Special Use District

for such property including bonus outdoor seating at Grandma Dot’s Restaurant,

extending restaurant hours to 8:00 p.m. and deleting a limitation on restaurant

advertisements.)

9:30 A.M. 9. First Reading and Public Hearing

a. ORDINANCE 12-001 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE

SANIBEL PLAN: BY AMENDING SECTION 3.5.1 CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENTS GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES

AND SECTION 3.5.2 IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING

AND EVALUATION, TO UPDATE THE CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT INCLUDING THE ADOPTED

FIVE-YEAR SCHEDULE OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS;

AND BY AMENDING SECTION 3.2.1 COASTAL ZONE

PROTECTION GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES, TO

AMEND POLICY 3.1 TO ALLOW EXISTING ACCESSORY

SWIMMING POOLS AND OTHER ACCESSORY

STRUCTURES TO BE REDEVELOPED IN THE GULF

BEACH ZONE PORTION OF THE RESORT HOUSING

DISTRICT; AND BY AMENDING SECTION 3.6.2 FUTURE

LAND USE, LAND USE PROJECTIONS, TO IDENTIFY THE

STEPS TAKEN TO ADDRESS NON-CONFORMING

DENSITIES IN BUILDING-BACK FROM SUBSTANTIAL

DAMAGE CAUSED BY A NATURAL DISASTER AND

REDEVELOPING RESORT HOUSING UNITS IN THE

RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND PROVISIONS OF THE

PLAN FOR PERMITTED USES, TO CLARIFY THAT

CONTINUED USE OF EXISTING RESIDENTAIL

STRUCTURES IS PERMITTED IN THE GULF BEACH

ZONE AND TO STATE THAT REDEVELOPMENT OF

EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND

ACCESSORY STRUCTURES LOCATED IN THE GULF


DISTRICT IS PERMITTED; AND PROVISIONS OF THE

PLAN FOR DEVELOPMENT INTENSITY, TO INCLUDE

PROVISIONS FOR BUILDING–BACK LAWFULLY

EXISTING DWELLING UNITS SUBSTANTIALLY

DAMAGED BY A NATURAL DISASTER AND

REDEVELOPING LAWFULLY EXISTING DWELLING

UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

RESORT HOUSING, TO SUMMARIZE THE STEPS TAKEN

TO RETAIN MOTELS, HOTELS AND RESORT

CONDOMINIUMS WHEN REDEVELOPMENT OCCURS;

AND PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR

CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE

b. RESOLUTION 12-009 OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, LEE

COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING

TRANSMITTAL TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA LAND

PLANNING AGENCY A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO

THE SANIBEL PLAN, TO WIT: AN ORDINANCE

AMENDING THE SANIBEL PLAN: BY AMENDING

SECTION 3.5.1 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS GOALS,

OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES AND SECTION 3.5.2

IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING AND EVALUATION,

TO UPDATE THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT

INCLUDING THE ADOPTED FIVE-YEAR SCHEDULE OF

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS; AND BY AMENDING

SECTION 3.2.1 COASTAL ZONE PROTECTION GOALS,

OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES, TO AMEND POLICY 3.1 TO

ALLOW EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND

OTHER ACCESSORY STRUCTURES TO BE

REDEVELOPED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE PORTION

OF THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND BY

AMENDING SECTION 3.6.2 FUTURE LAND USE, LAND

USE PROJECTIONS, TO IDENTIFY THE STEPS TAKEN TO

ADDRESS NON-CONFORMING DENSITIES IN BUILDING-

BACK FROM SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY A

NATURAL DISASTER AND REDEVELOPING RESORT

HOUSING UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT;

AND PROVISIONS OF THE PLAN FOR PERMITTED USES,

TO CLARIFY THAT CONTINUED USE OF RESIDENTAIL

STRUCTURES IS PERMITTED IN THE GULF BEACH

ZONE AND TO STATE THAT REDEVELOPMENT OF

EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND

ACCESSORY STRUCTURES LOCATED IN THE GULF


DISTRICT IS PERMITTED; AND PROVISIONS OF THE

PLAN FOR DEVELOPMENT INTENSITY, TO INCLUDE

PROVISIONS FOR BUILDING–BACK LAWFULLY

EXISTING DWELLING UNITS SUBSTANTIALLY

DAMAGED BY A NATURAL DISASTER AND

REDEVELOPING LAWFULLY EXISTING DWELLING

UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

RESORT HOUSING, TO SUMMARIZE THE STEPS TAKEN

TO RETAIN MOTELS, HOTELS AND RESORT

CONDOMINIUMS WHEN REDEVELOPMENT OCCURS;

AND PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR

CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE. Submitted by the City of Sanibel.

Application No. 11-6348SP. ALONG WITH COPIES OF

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR REVIEW, AS

REQUIRED BY STATE STATUTE; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE

c. RESOLUTION 12-008 ELECTING TO CONDUCT A

SECOND PUBLIC (ADOPTION) HEARING PRIOR TO 5:00

PM ON A PROPOSED ORDINANCE THAT AMENDS THE

SANIBEL PLAN; SETTING A TIME AND DATE FOR THE

SECOND PUBLIC (ADOPTION) HEARING FOR THE

SANIBEL PLAN AMENDMENT; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE

10. CONSENT AGENDA (ANY PERSON MAY REQUEST THAT

COUNCIL REMOVE AN ITEM FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA

FOR DISCUSSION BY NOTIFYING THE CITY MANAGER/CITY

CLERK, OR A COUNCIL MEMBER, PRIOR TO THE MEETING)

a. Approval of minutes – November 01, 2011 Regular Meeting and

December 06, 2011 Regular Meeting

b. Request from Marvo Entertainment for funding the America’s

Darling series in the amount of $6,000 and RESOLUTION 12-010

APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO. 2012

-014 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (to transfer $6,000

from the General Fund reserve for contingencies for funding the America’s

Darling series to be produced by Marvo Entertainment. This budget amendment

does not increase or decrease the FY12 budget)

c. RESOLUTION 12-001 OF THE SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL

STRONGLY OPPOSING THE RELOCATION OF THE FORT

MYERS POSTAL SERVICE PROCESSING AND

DISTRIBUTION CENTER TO SARASOTA AND TAMPA;

PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Councilman Harrity)

d. Request from Island Seniors, Inc. to waive the permit fee of $50 for

the Arts and Craft Fair and Used Book Sale to be held on February

03 and 04, 2012 at 2401 Library Way (this is a grandfathered event)

e. RESOLUTION 12-003 APPROVING A LABOR

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANIBEL AND

THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND

MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE

f. RESOLUTION 12-011 APPROVING BUDGET

AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO. 2012-013 AND PROVIDING

AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To transfer $35,000 from the General Fund

reserve for contingencies for Cisco to provide information technology consulting

and advisory services. This budget amendment does not increase or decrease the

FY12 budget)

g. RESOLUTION 12-007 APPROVING BUDGET


AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To budget $23,039 return of premium, paid in a

prior year, from the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust. This amendment

increases the FY12 budget by $23,039)

h. Approval of the annual agreement between the City, U. S. Fish and

Wildlife Service Southeast Region, J. N. “Ding” Darling National

Wildlife Refuge, Sanibel Fire District and Sanibel Captiva

Conservation Foundation (SCCF) Annual Operating Plan and

authorize the City Manager to execute

i. Approval of an agreement between the City, Sanibel Beautification,

Inc. and Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) to place

the existing Sanibel Beautification, Inc., pavers currently located at

the Lindgren Boulevard, Causeway Boulevard and Periwinkle Way

intersection on SCCF property in the event that it is ever necessary

to move such pavers due to intersection improvements and authorize

the City Manager to execute same

j. Award Bowman’s Beach family restroom construction contract to

Compass Construction, Inc., in the amount of $220,409 and

authorize the City Manager to execute same (This project is funded

through a Tourism Development Council grant and is in the adopted FY 12

budget)

k. Approve Scope of Design Services for Center4Life Building

Improvements and authorize staff to proceed with advertising for the

architectural/engineering services

l. RESOLUTION 12-005 APPROVING BUDGET


AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To appropriate $898,000 from the Lee County

Tourist Development Council (TDC) for fiscal year 2011-12 for Sanibel

Facility/Beach Maintenance. This amendment increases the FY12 budget by

$898,000)

11. COMMITTEES, BOARDS, COMMISSION

a. City Council Liaison to Planning Commission

December 13, 2011 Councilman Harrity Report 12/06/11 CC Meeting

December 27, 2011 Councilman Jennings

January 10, 2012 Councilman Congress Report 01/03/12 CC Meeting

January 24, 2012 Mayor Ruane

February 14, 2012 Vice Mayor Denham Report 02/0712 CC Meeting

February 28, 2012 Councilman Harrity

March 13, 2012 Councilman Jennings Report 03/06/12 CC Meeting

March 27, 2012 Councilman Congress

April 10, 2012 Mayor Ruane Report 04/03/12 CC Meeting

April 24, 2012 Vice Mayor Denham

May 08, 2012 Councilman Harrity Report 05/01/12 CC Meeting

May 22, 2012 Councilman Jennings

June 12, 2012 Councilman Congress Report 06/05/12 CC Meeting

June 26, 2012 Mayor Ruane

July 10, 2012 Vice Mayor Denham

July 24, 2012 Councilman Harrity Report July 17, 2012 CC Meeting

b. RESOLUTION 12-002 APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE

SANIBEL PLANNING COMMISSION; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE

c. RESOLUTION 12-004 AMENDING RESOLUTION 10-076

WHICH RELATES TO THE CITY’S RECREATION

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COMMITTEE; SETTING

FORTH THE COMPOSITION AND ATTENDANCE

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMITTEE; AND

PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

12. OLD BUSINESS

a. Status report regarding discussion of the area plan for Dunlop Road

to Palm Ridge Road including Periwinkle Way (Councilman Harrity)

b. Continued discussion and history of Building and Planning

Departmental fees

i. 2006 to 2010 actual and 2011 estimated Building Department

ending fund balance

ii. 2007 to present Building Department Revenue chart

iii. 2011 3rd

party fees collected by City

iv. 2000 to present single-family dwelling permits

v. 2006 to present annual value comparison

vi. 5-year average square foot value

vii. 5-year average square footage and total permits

viii. 2007 to present fee reduction chart

ix. Permit revenue by trade from 2006 to present

c. Status report regarding Community Housing Resources, Inc. (CHR) (Councilman Congress)

d. Status report of the Historical Preservation Committee’s request to

consider moving Shorehaven building located at 1111 Bird Lane to

the Historical Museum and Village, Inc. located at 950 Dunlop Road

e. Discussion regarding options for making lump sum payments to the

General Employees’ Pension Plan and the Police Officers’ Pension

Plan

f. Direction to staff regarding the General Obligation Refunding Bonds,

Series 2002 refunding opportunity

g. Staff recommendation regarding island car washes

i. Memorandum from Dr. Rob Loflin, Natural Resources Director

ii. Memorandum from Gates Castle, Public Works Director

13. CITY MANAGER

a. Informational Items

i. Report regarding memorial tree plantings on City property

ii. Guide to Re-Development in the Resort Housing District

iii. Building Department Monthly Revenue Report, November,

2011

iv Building Department Monthly Permit and Inspections,

November, 2011

v. Planning Department Permit Activity Report, November, 2011

vi. Planning Department Code Enforcement Activity Report,

November, 2011

vii. Grease Trap Report, December, 2011

viii.Mayor Ruane appointment as Chair of the Florida Municipal

Insurance Trust (FMIT) Board of Directors and Trustee of

the Florida Municipal Insurance Investment Trust (FMIvT)

Board of Directors

ix. Attendance at the “The Everglades Water Supply Summit”

January 16/17, 2012 in Tallahassee

x. Chamber luncheon Tuesday, January 10, 2012 to be held at the

Sanibel Recreation Center

xi. Florida League of Cities Legislative Days January 24/ 25, 2012

xii. Discussion regarding Captiva Erosion Control District report

14. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT

15. COUNCIL MEMBERS' REPORT

a. Report of attendance at the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust

(FMIT) meeting December 09, 2011 (Mayor Ruane)

b. Report regarding the December 09, 2011 Tourism Development

Council (TDC) meeting (Mayor Ruane)

i. Recommendation for TDC to assist communities responding to

beach related issues

ii. Monthly reports

c. Report regarding Regional Planning Council’s (RPC) new Executive

Director (Vice Mayor Denham)

d. Water Issues (Vice Mayor Denham)

i. Letter dated December 14, 2011 to Representative Gary

Aubuchon

ii. Letter dated December 15, 2011 to Senator Lizbeth Benacquisto

16. PUBLIC COMMENT

17. ADJOURNMENT

IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL A DECISION MADE BY THE COUNCIL ON ANY

MATTER CONSIDERED AT THIS MEETING/HEARING, SUCH PERSON MAY NEED

TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, TO

INCLUDE THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH ANY SUCH APPEAL IS

TO BE BASED.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, PERSONS

NEEDING A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCEEDING,

TO INCLUDE HEARING IMPAIRMENT, SHOULD CONTACT JIM ISOM, DIRECTOR

OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, NO LATER THAN ONE DAY PRIOR TO THE

PROCEEDINGS AT (239) 472-3700. FOR ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE IF HEARING

IMPAIRED, TELEPHONE THE FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE AT 711.

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agenda directly via e-mail. Citizens wishing to receive a copy of the agenda via e-mail may do

so by visiting the City’s website at www.mysanibel.com. Additionally, citizens may register to

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Prior to requesting the agendas, the website reminds citizens that all e-mail addresses and

requests submitted to the City are public information and governed by the applicable Florida

Statute.

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HORIZON – UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES

Monday January 16, 2012 City Hall Closed in Observance of MLK B-day

Friday January 21, 2012 Sanibel School Celebrating Arbor Day TBA

Tuesday February 07, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday March 06, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday April 03, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Friday April 06, 2012 Passover begins through nightfall Saturday, April 14, 2012

Tuesday May 01, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Monday May 28, 2012 City Hall Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

Tuesday June 05, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday July 04, 2012 City Hall Closed in Observance of Independence Day

Tuesday July 17, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Set Proposed Millage Rate

Tuesday August 07, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Monday September 03, 2012 City Hall Closed in Observance of Labor Day

Saturday September 08, 2012 First Budget Hearing MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Regular Meeting MacKenzie Hall TBA

Sunday September 16, 2012 Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset through nightfall Tuesday,

September 16, 2012

Tuesday September 18, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Final Budget Hearing MacKenzie Hall 5:01 p.m.


Tuesday September 25, 2012 Yom Kippur begins at sunset through nightfall Wednesday,

September 26, 2012

Tuesday October 02, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday November 06, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Friday November 09, 2012 Student Government Day 10:15 a.m.

Saturday November 10, 2012 Veterans Day Program City hall Flag Pole 10:45 a.m.

Sunday November 11, 2012 Veterans Day

Monday November 12, 2012 City Hall will be closed in Observance of Veterans Day

Thursday & Friday November 22nd

& 23rd

City Hall Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving

Tuesday December 04, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday December 25, 2012 Christmas Day City Hall Closed in Observance

of Christmas Day

Tuesday January 01, 2013 New Year’s Day City Hall Closed in Observance of

New Year’s Day

Tuesday January 15, 2013 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Monday January 21, 2013 City Hall Closed in Observance of MLK B-day

Tuesday February 05, 2012 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday March 05, 2013 Sanibel Election Day




Oath of Office New Councilmembers

Election of Mayor/Vice Mayor

Tuesday April 02, 2013 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday May 07, 2013 City Council Meeting MacKenzie Hall 9:00 a.m.

Monday May 27, 2013 City Hall Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

As approved 022007

“RULES OF CIVILITY FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION”

In recognition that public discourse is essential to the democratic system of government on

April 16, 2002, Sanibel City Council adopted a Proclamation embracing civility in public

deliberations. These rules were updated February 22, 2007.

Therefore, Sanibel City Council sanctioned these rules for public participation while

conducting meetings and workshops:

1. Speakers are permitted to deliver his or her comments without interruption.

2. Speakers and debates should focus on issues, not on persons or personalities.

3. Persons are encouraged to participate in the governmental process.

4. To allow time to hear all points of view, speakers are allotted 3 minutes each time

they are recognized.

5. Sidebar discussions while others are speaking are not permitted in Council

Chambers. These discussions are to be removed from the chamber so as not to be

disruptive to those conducting and following Council business.

6. Only the speaker recognized by the Chairperson has the floor. Speakers should

raise their hand to be recognized. Speakers should identify themselves for the

record. Speakers should utilize the microphone so that their comments can be

recorded.

7. Anyone wishing to speak on an issue is given an opportunity to speak before

speakers are recognized for an opportunity to speak a second time on an issue.

8. We seek to understand one another’s points of view.

9. Anger, rudeness, ridicule, impatience and lack of respect for others are not

acceptable behavior. Demonstrations in support or opposition to a speaker or idea

such as clapping, cheering, booing or hissing or intimidating body language are not

permitted in Council Chambers or workshop facilities.

10. We should all take initiative to make things better. Our goal is to foster an

environment, which encourages a fair discussion and exchange of ideas without

fear of personal attacks.

Whereas F.I.S.H. (Friends In Service Here) of Sanibel was founded 30 years ago to lend a helping hand to those in need who live, work or visit Sanibel and Captiva and describes its purpose as “to make a social investment in our community that assists our neighbors to live independently and with dignity in their homes” And Whereas F.I.S.H. now has over 200 volunteers who help to achieve this purpose by providing transportation, meal delivery, health equipment, daily reassurance calls and more to F.I.S.H.’s over 950 clients living on our beloved islands. And Whereas F.I.S.H’s Food Pantry distributed over 50,000 pounds of food to clients in 2011 helping 128 families: And whereas F.I.S.H. gave Youth Summer Scholarships to 32 young people: delivered over 1,500 hot meals: provided $133,475 of emergency financial assistance: and loaned 338 pieces of medical/health equipment And Whereas all clients, donors, volunteers and those who love Sanibel and Captiva are invited to F.I.S.H.’s 30th Anniversary Celebration to be known as 30 ROCKS! at the F.I.S.H. Walk In Center at 5:30pm on January 30th, The Sanibel Community appreciates all F.I.S.H. does as neighbors help neighbors and we now proclaim January 30th, 2012, As F.I.S.H. of Sanibel 30 ROCKS! day.

CITY OF SANIBEL

PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS: In 1872 J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees; and

WHEREAS: The holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of more than a million trees in Nebraska; and

WHEREAS: Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world; and

WHEREAS: Trees can reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and water, lower our heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife; and

WHEREAS: Trees are a renewable resource giving

us paper, wood for our homes, fuel for our fires and countless other wood products; and

WHEREAS: Trees in our city increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of business areas, and beautify our community; and

WHEREAS: Trees, wherever they are planted, are a source of joy and spiritual renewal.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Kevin Ruane, Mayor of the City of

Sanibel, Lee County Florida, on behalf of the members of the City Council and the citizens of Sanibel, do hereby declare January 21, 2012 as Arbor Day in the State of Florida, and urge all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused

the seal of the City of Sanibel to be affixed hereto.

DONE AT CITY HALL This 3rd day of January, 2012 ________________________________ Mayor

CITY OF SANIBEL

ORDINANCE 12-002

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 50 PERSONNEL, ARTICLE IV, GENERAL EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT PLAN, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL; AMENDING SECTION 50-477, PARTICIPATION, BY CLOSING THE PLAN TO NEW HIRES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

WHEREAS, the City of Sanibel desires to amend the General Employees’

Retirement Plan to exclude new hires from participation in the plan; and

WHEREAS, the City of Sanibel has negotiated this retirement plan amendment

with the Fraternal Order of Police, which represents the Police Dispatchers, and the

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, which represents

general employees.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of

Sanibel as follows:

SECTION 1. The Code of Ordinances of the City of Sanibel, Article IV,

General Employees’ Retirement Plan, Section 50-477. “Participation.”, paragraph (a),

“Participation”, is hereby amended with additions indicated by underline and deletions

indicated by strikeout:

Sec. 50-477. Participation.

(a) Participation.

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(1) All employees hired on or after January 3, 2005 and prior to February 7,

2012 shall first become a participant of plan A on the date in which the employee

first becomes employed as a regular full-time employee by the City of Sanibel.

All employees hired on or after February 7, 2012 are not eligible for participation

in the plan.

(2) All employees who are active participants in this plan on January 2, 2005

shall be deemed plan B members unless, prior to March 4, 2005, they elected to

become members of plan A.

(3) Employees who elect not to join plan A in accordance with paragraph (2)

above will remain members of plan B.

(4) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (1), (2) and (3) above, all

employees who are hired or rehired by the City on or after March 4, 2005 and

prior to February 7, 2012 shall become members of Plan A, unless they elect to

opt out of the plan in accordance with paragraph (5) below.

(5) Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (1), (2), (3) and (4) above, all

employees except police dispatchers who are active participants in the plan on

March 1, 2011, and all employees except police dispatchers who become

participants of the plan after that date, and police dispatchers who are active

participants in the plan on November 1, 2011 and all police dispatchers who

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become participants of the plan after that date, shall have a one-time, irrevocable

option to opt out of the plan and participate in a defined contribution plan, as

follows:

(a) Employees other than police dispatchers who are active participants in the

plan on March 1, 2011, may elect to opt out of the plan and participate in a

defined contribution plan by submitting a written election on a form provided by

the city to the administrative services department on or before April 30, 2011.

Police dispatchers who are active participants in the plan on November 1, 2011,

may elect to opt out of the plan and participate in a defined contribution plan by

submitting a written election on a form provided by the city to the administrative

services department on or before December 31, 2011. Any employees who are

active participants in the plan on March 1, 2011 and police dispatchers who are

active participants in the plan on November 1, 2011, and do not submit a timely

written election to opt out of the plan shall continue to participate in the plan as a

member of the same plan (A or B) in which they were participating on March 1,

2011 and November 1, 2011 respectively. Employees who elect to opt out of the

plan and participate in a defined contribution plan in accordance with this

subparagraph (a) shall cease to be an active participant of this plan on May 1,

2011, and shall become a member of the defined contribution plan on that date.

Police dispatchers who elect to opt out of the plan and participate in a defined

contribution plan in accordance with this subparagraph (a) shall cease to be an

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active participant of this plan on January 1, 2012, and shall become a member of

the defined contribution plan on that date.

1. Employees who are 100% vested in the plan on April 30, 2011 and police

dispatchers who are 100% vested in the plan on December 31, 2011 and

elect to opt out of the plan and participate in a defined contribution plan in

accordance with subparagraph (a) above shall retain their accrued benefit in

the plan. The accrued benefit of such participants, calculated based on the

participant’s average compensation and credited service on April 30, 2011

for participants other than police dispatchers and December 31, 2011 for

police dispatchers, shall be payable when the participant attains the normal

retirement date or early retirement date in accordance with sections 50-479

and 50-481. Such employees shall be eligible for the 2.75% cost of living

adjustment to commence on October 1 after receipt of 36 monthly

retirement payments and to continue for 25 years thereafter as provided in

section 50-479(8).

2. Employees who are not 100% vested in the plan on April 30, 2011 and

police dispatchers who are not 100% vested in the plan on December 31,

2011 and elect to opt out of the plan and participate in a defined contribution

plan in accordance with subparagraph (a) above may elect to roll over their

accumulated employee contributions, plus the value of their accrued benefit

not to exceed the amount of accumulated employee contributions, to the

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defined contribution plan in lieu of obtaining a refund of employee

contributions.

(b) Employees who are hired after March 1, 2011 and prior to February 7, 2012

and police dispatchers who are hired after November 1, 2011 and prior to

February 7, 2012, may elect to opt out of the plan and participate in a defined

contribution plan by submitting a written election on a form provided by the city

to the administrative services department within 30 calendar days following their

date of hire. Any employee hired after March 1, 2011 and after November 1,

2011 for police dispatcher, but prior to February 7, 2012, who does not submit a

timely written election to opt out of the plan shall continue to participate in the

plan as a member of plan A. Employees who elect to opt out of the plan and

participate in a defined contribution plan in accordance with this subparagraph (b)

shall be deemed to have never participated in this plan, and shall become a

member of the defined contribution plan effective as of their date of hire.

SECTION 2. CODIFICATION.

This ordinance shall be deemed an amendment to the Code of Ordinances

of the City of Sanibel and the Sanibel Code of Ordinances is hereby amended.

SECTION 3. SEVERABILITY.

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this

ordinance, or application hereof, is, for any reason, held invalid or

unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion or

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application shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and

such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of application

hereof.

SECTION 4. Effective date.

This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel,

Florida, this 7th day of February, 2012.

AUTHENTICATION: ___________________________ ___________________________ KEVIN RUANE, Mayor PAMELA SMITH, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ______________________________ ________________ Kenneth B. Cuyler, City Attorney Date First Reading: ____________________________ Publication Notice: ____________________________ Second Reading: ____________________________ Vote of Council members: Ruane: _____ Denham: _____ Congress _____ Harrity: _____ Jennings: _____ Date filed with the City Clerk: ____________________________

CITY OF SANIBEL

ORDINANCE 11-012

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 86-42 WHICH AMENDED THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, DESIGNATED IN SECTION 126-242 OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, AND CREATED A SPECIAL USE DISTRICT FOR LOTS 42, 43, 57, 58, 59, 64, 65, 66, AND 67 OF SANIBEL ESTATES, UNRECORDED UNIT NO. 4, IN SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE 23 EAST; SPECIFYING THE USES PERMITTED IN AND THE APPLICABLE REGULATIONS FOR SUCH SPECIAL USE DISTRICT; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO INDICATE SUCH AMENDMENT, WITH REFERENCE TO THIS ORDINANCE TO THE ZONING MAP; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

WHEREAS, the City has adopted a Land Development Code to implement the

goals, objectives, and limitations of the Sanibel Plan; and

WHEREAS, a procedure has been established to revise and amend regulations

contained in the Land Development Code in a manner consistent with the Sanibel

Plan; and

WHEREAS, City Council deems it necessary to make such revisions, as contained in

this ordinance; and

WHEREAS, all required public notices and public hearings for such revisions have

been properly given and held; and

WHEREAS, such revisions have been referred to the Planning Commission for a

recommendation as to the consistency of such revisions with the Sanibel Plan;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Council of the City of Sanibel, Lee County,

Florida that:

SECTION 1. Ordinance 86-42 is hereby amended, with underlining indicating

additions and strike-through indicating deletions, as follows:

Section 3. Within the special use district hereby created, the following uses, and

only the following uses, shall be permitted:

On lots 42, 43, 64, 65, 66, and 67:

[a.—h. no change]

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i. A snack bar or restaurant of up to 1,000 square feet, with a maximum of 59

indoor seats and a maximum of 16 bonus outdoor dining seats.

[j.—l. no change]

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Section 4. Within the district hereby created, the following regulations shall govern

all uses and development:

a. All principal and accessory buildings shall be set back a minimum of 50 feet

from the centerline of North Yachtsman Drive (a private road) and 25 feet from any

land area (not open bodies of water) abutting the district. No specific setback from an

open body of water shall be required, but the location of structures less than 20 feet

from an open body of water shall be limited, during development permit approval, to

those reasonably necessary for the operation of the marina. Bonus outdoor seating

associated with the restaurant shall be setback a minimum of 8 feet from an open body

of water. The existing storage shed and boat rental building located on Lot 64 need not

be relocated to comply with the setback requirements established hereby; however,

after the issuance of a development permit for the marina, such structures shall be

treated and regulated as nonconforming structures.

[b.—c. no change]

d. The hours of operation for boat sales, boat rentals, boat service, lessons, the

ship’s store, and the snack bar or restaurant are limited to 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. The

hours of operation for the restaurant are limited to 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.

[e.—p. no change]

q. In this district there shall be permitted one ground-mounted street graphic for

the marina, the same as for a shopping center, except that the maximum size of the

street graphic shall be 20 square feet. Individual businesses within the marina shall be

permitted one wall-mounted or projecting street graphic, the same as for individual

businesses within a shopping center, but with a maximum size of four square feet. The

snack bar or restaurant may not be advertised, by any medium, except as an

incidental facility for use by customers of the marina.

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SECTION 2. Conflict.

All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith shall be and the same

are hereby repealed. If any part of this ordinance conflicts with any other part, it shall

be severed and the remainder shall have full force and effect and be liberally

construed.

SECTION 3. Severance.

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance or

application hereof, is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of

competent jurisdiction, such portion or application shall be deemed a separate,

distinct, and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the

remaining portion or application hereof.


This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon adoption.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel, Florida, this ___

day of _____________, 2012.

AUTHENTICATION:

________________________________ _______________________________ Kevin Ruane, Mayor Pamela Smith, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________________ ___________ Kenneth B. Cuyler, City Attorney Date

Publication and Hearing Dates

Date of First Reading ______________ ___, 2011

Ordinance Publication Date ______________ ___, 2012

Date of Second Reading and Public Hearing ______________ ___, 2012

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Vote of Council Members:

Ruane ______

Denham ______

Congress ______

Harrity ______

Jennings ______

Date filed with the City Clerk: _______________________

RESOLUTION NO. 11- 13 CITY OF SANIBEL PLANNING COMMISSION IN THE MATTER OF: Consideration of amendments to Ordinance No. 86-42,

Special Use District approval for the Sanibel Marina, to permit an area proposed for bonus outdoor dining.

APPLICANT: Myton Ireland on behalf of Sanibel Marina, Inc. APPLICATION NO.: 11-6405LDC DATE OF HEARING: October 25, 2011 ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION: November 8, 2011 WHEREAS, an application was submitted for consideration of amendments to Ordinance No. 86-42, Special Use District approval for the Sanibel Marina, to permit an area proposed for bonus outdoor dining to be located less than the required setback from an open body of water, to extend the restaurant’s hours of operation and allow associated advertisement and dining to non-marina customers. The Sanibel Marina is located at 634 North Yachtsman Drive (Tax Parcel No. 20-46-23-T2-01500.0420). The subject amendments are submitted on behalf of Sanibel Marina, Inc., by the property owner Myton Ireland. Application No. 11-6405 LDC; and,

WHEREAS, it has been determined that the Applicant complied with the filing requirements of Chapter 82, Article III, Division 3, Subdivision VII, of the Land Development Code; and, WHEREAS, a public hearing was legally and properly advertised and held on October 25, 2011 before the Sanibel Planning Commission; and, WHEREAS, the Sanibel Planning Commission considered the recommendations of the Planning Department staff; the testimony and evidence of the Applicants and their representatives; the public and documents on file with the City; and, WHEREAS, Chair Valiquette, Vice Chair Marks, Commissioners Chris Heidrick, Tom Krekel, Paul Reynolds and Holly Smith were present at the meeting; and Commissioner Ketteman being excused from the meeting; and, WHEREAS, the Sanibel Planning Commission, after full and complete consideration of the evidence presented during the hearing, at which written minutes were taken, makes the finding that the Record (without exhibits) is substantially as follows: Director Jordan read the title and reviewed the Staff Report.

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Chair Valiquette reported that Mr. Ireland sent the Commissioners an e-mail and asked (1) if this needed to be entered into the record and (2) if each Commissioner was required to complete an Ex-Parte Communication form. Attorney Cuyler said the e-mail would become part of the hearing record and each Commissioner would not need to complete an Ex-Parte Communication form. Site Visits/Ex-Parte Communications: Chair Valiquette made a site visit. Vice Chair Marks and Commissioners Heidrick, Krekel, Reynolds and Smith each made sites visits and disclosed ex-parte communications. All Commissioners disclosed that they received an e-mail from Mr. Ireland. Sworn: Myton Ireland, applicant and owner of Sanibel Marina; Thomas McColgan, Manager of the Sanibel Marina; James Jordan, Planning Director. Director Jordan stated this application is an amendment to the Special Use District that was approved for the Sanibel Marina and any action taken during this hearing will be a recommendation to City Council. City Council will make the final decision. Chair Valiquette asked if that is why the application isn't for a Variance. Director Jordan said it is. 1. The application is for an amendment to the Special Use District approval. 2. The Marina is a 2.18 acre parcel and lawfully existed when the City incorporated. 3. Subsequent to incorporation of the City the property owner wanted to make

expansions to the Marina. As a result the Special Use District was created. 4. A Special Use District looks at uses and businesses that are not permitted in the

District where they are located and they have to have an inherent benefit to the community.

5. Ordinance No. 86-42 was approved. 6. The October 25, 2011 staff report including 6 attachments was entered into the

record as City Exhibit C-1. 7. The basis for today's discussion is Attachment A, the application; an aerial view

and Ordinance 86-42; the development permit that was issued for the parking plan, the parking plan and a copy of the letter from the Planning Department to the owner's attorney dated July 27, 2009.

8. Ordinance No. 86-42 set parameters for the Marina's use, i.e., setbacks of 25' from any residential use; setbacks of 20' from an open body of water for any non- marina use; and parking and loading space requirements.

9. The applicant is asking for, (1) outdoor dining at the existing restaurant; (2) the outdoor tables would be arranged on an existing concrete pad adjacent to the restaurant. The pad is located less than the required 20' setback from an open body of water.

10. The applicant is proposing to install an awning over the concrete area. This awning would have to meet the same set back requirement.

11. There are some inconsistencies with Ordinance No. 86-42. a. The Special Use District limits the restaurant's hours of operation from 7 A.M. to 7

P.M. The restaurant now stays open until 8 P.M. Language would be included in the Ordinance to extend the hours of operation to 8 P.M.

b. There is a requirement that limits the number of signs. Two signs are permitted for each business.


c. The restaurant is limited to Marina customers and should not be open to the public; however, it is open to the public. The applicant would like to change this provision so they can be open to the public.

d. The restaurant is allowed 59 indoor seats; the applicant would like to add 16 seats for bonus outdoor dining.

e. Because this seating would be located less than the required setback from an open body of water, language would be written into the Ordinance to change this requirement.

f. Language would also be added to allow the restaurant to advertise and make dining available to non-marina customers.

12. Having the 16 bonus outdoor seats will not increase the intensity of use or the number of required parking spaces.

13. 90 parking spaces are approved. 14. A condition requires the applicant to maintain 90 parking spaces. 15. Director Jordan reviewed the procedure the City would follow. The Planning

Commission would make a recommendation to City Council and City Council would make the final decision.

16. The Planning Department recommends approval of the application. This approval would include the six conditions included in the October 25, 2011 staff report.

Commissioner Reynolds asked for the definition of "open water". Director Jordan said the definition is any area that contains water three months out of the year. It could be a canal, a bay, the Gulf or a swale. With regard to the Special Use District approval the requirement is to ensure that any non-marina use would not be inconsistent with the Sanibel Plan. Commissioner Reynolds had difficulty understanding why there is a requirement that food service is limited to marina customers. Director Jordan stated the Marina is surrounded by a Residential District and residences. When the Ordinance was approved, the issue was compatibility; the City didn't want to interfere with adjoining property uses. This is also why there is a limit on the number of hours the restaurant can be open. Commissioner Smith asked if there was any feedback from adjoining neighbors. Director Jordan said staff has not received any negative comments. There was one inquiry about the hours of operation. The caller didn't want the hours to be any later than 8 P.M. Commissioner Krekel wanted to make sure the conditions would be included in the approval. Commissioner Krekel added that he knows the area and wanted to make sure the neighbors would not object to the location of the outdoor seating. Director Jordan said he doesn't anticipate any issues. The building is screened now so it is somewhat like outdoor dining. Vice Chair Marks asked if there is any outdoor seating allowed now. Director Jordan said the only permitted seating is the 59 seats inside the restaurant. Vice Chair Marks reported that when he made a site visit there were people sitting at several outside tables and asked if this is part of the total seating or outdoor seating that hasn't been permitted. The people sitting at the tables were enjoying beverages but were not eating food. Director Jordan said Vice Chair Marks could question the applicant regarding these seats. Chair Valiquette said he believed the tables with the umbrellas were for the snack bar. Director Jordan said these seats would have to be approved as outdoor dining.


Commissioner Heidrick said the parking plan included with the packet was clear; however, when he made a site visit there were Royal Palms and areas that were carved out. Commissioner Heidrick asked if it had been determined that the number of vehicles included with the plan could be accommodated. Director Jordan said staff determined there are 90 parking spaces. In the past it has been noted that sometimes there may be a trailer or dry storage for a boat in an existing parking space. A condition of approval is that 90 parking spaces be maintained for vehicle parking. Commissioner Heidrick said during the "off season" when the greater number of boats would be out of the water the demand for parking would be lower and "in season" the boats are back in the water and there is more available parking space. Commissioner Heidrick added that parking spaces numbered 20 to 45 along the docks are shown on the plan; however, when walking along this area it doesn't appear that some of these spaces are big enough for parking because of landscaped areas. Commissioner Heidrick asked where the 90 parking spaces are located. Director Jordan reported that one of the conditions for approval is that the applicant must demonstrate that 90 parking spaces are available. The parking plan included in the hearing packet was submitted by the applicant and is the applicant's parking plan. Applicant Mr. Ireland stated that parking has never been a problem. During the winter people use the Marina to park their cars and go for bike rides. This is a problem that has to be monitored. The only time the parking lot is crowded is during March and April. During the summer boats are taken out of the water and in October they are back in the water. Mr. Ireland stated that when he first purchased the Marina 18 slips were "live aboards". These people worked on the Island. Some of the boats didn't have engines and were in disrepair. When the Marina was renovated "live aboards" were no longer allowed. The City required 18 parking spaces for "live aboards" and when they were no longer allowed the Marina wasn't given credit for these spaces. Mr. Ireland further stated that after the City built the public boat ramp he no longer allowed public use of his boat ramp so there are no trailers parked in Marina parking spaces. Chair Valiquette stated that Mr. Ireland has a favorable staff report and there is no question regarding the parking spaces. Commissioner Krekel asked Mr. Ireland if he could account for 90 spaces. Mr. Ireland said he believed he could. The parking plan was done by an engineer. Commissioner Krekel asked how many seats are on the Thriller. Mr. Ireland said there are 42; his son operates the Thriller and parking is at the south end of the parking lot. There are no problems with the parking. Commissioner Krekel asked Mr. Ireland if he is willing to abide by all the conditions included in the staff report. Mr. Ireland stated the columns at the entrance are intended to be ornamental; they make a statement – you have arrived at the Sanibel Marina. An authentic naval cannon is on top of one of the columns; on the other column is an authentic naval bell; there are two polished bronze propellers on the bottom. Neighbors and tourists find these very attractive. Commissioner Krekel said one of the columns seems to be in the right-of-way. Mr. Ireland stated the column on the east side is on his property. Commissioner Krekel said lighting and sign requirements are also included in the conditions. Mr. Ireland reported that during the time he has owned the Marina they have been robbed 17 times. The total loss is $600,000 which includes boats and engines. The Sanibel Police Department told him he needed more lighting. Another reason for the lighting is that boat owners


come in after dark and people need to see where they are walking. Commissioner Krekel said the question regarding lighting is because of the "dark sky". Lighting should be slanted downward. Mr. Ireland said all the lights in front of the restaurant are slanted downward and lights on the docks are small globes that have metal shields on top. There is glare in the parking lot because this is where the robberies take place. Attorney Cuyler stated that staff's recommendation is for approval and issuance of the requested permits but approval is subject to all conditions included in the staff report. Whether Mr. Ireland talks about these conditions today or during the Council meeting, the permits will only be issued if these conditions are met. Attorney Cuyler also informed Mr. Ireland that he needs to be familiar with all the conditions and know whether he can live with these. If he can't, he will have to explain his position to City Council. Chair Valiquette asked if the staff report was sent to the applicant. Director Jordan said it was. Commissioner Krekel said there are complaints outlined in a letter to Ms. Grady dated 2009. Commissioner Krekel again asked Mr. Ireland if he is willing to comply with all the conditions. Vice Chair Marks stated in the original document, dated 1986, advertising was not allowed because the restaurant is for the use of guests. Approximately 60 to 70% of the people going to Gramma Dots are the general public. Gramma Dots is advertised in the paper every week. Vice Chair Marks asked if this stipulation could be changed. Director Jordan said it could be and is included in the conditions. Vice Chair Marks said it doesn't say advertising, the condition says any medium. Through the years the Sanibel Marina has been in violation of the regulation because it advertises in the newspaper. Vice Chair Marks said he likes the restaurant; it is one of the highlights of the Marina. Mr. Ireland stated without the restaurant there would be no Marina. The slip rentals don't cover taxes, insurance and maintenance. Chair Valiquette said this is being changed. Director Jordan said he wanted to make sure that everyone understood this is part of the recommendation from staff. Commissioner Heidrick asked staff is the condition regarding signage applies to directional signs located on-site that are not visible from the road. Director Jordan said staff is referring to any sign that is inconsistent with the City's Sign Ordinance. Directional signage has certain requirements for the number of signs and the size of the signs. Some of the signs are too big or they are not attached to the buildings as required. The report is addressing signs that are non-conforming. Commissioner Heidrick said he wanted to clarify that there are no "live-aboards" at the Marina. Mr. Ireland stated there are no "live-aboards" and he doesn't intend to ever have "live-aboards". Commissioner Heidrick asked if the Special Use District should be amended to delete the language regarding "live-aboards" but make sure that transients can come and stay a couple days. Director Jordan said this is up to the applicant; it is their application. Mr. Ireland said he tried this when they applied for the permit for the Thriller. The City would not give credit for the 18 parking spaces for the "live-aboards". Director Jordan said you don't get credit because you stop doing something. The Marina has a specific number of parking spaces. The "live-aboards" did not create 18 parking spaces with regard to the overall parking plan. Director Jordan said when the Thriller was added the parking space issue was a wash.


Chair Valiquette said it seems there is agreement with the parking plan. Director Jordan said that is correct. Mr. McColgan reported that the guests seated at the tables referred to by Vice Chair Marks were patrons waiting for seats in the restaurant. Sometimes there is an hour wait. The Marina makes sure there is no one serving food outdoors. They do not allow people to get take-outs from the restaurant and sit at these tables. Mr. Ireland added that they have permits to serve beer and wine at the ship store and sometimes people sit at these tables. Also, people waiting for a boat may sit at these tables. Vice Chair Marks said he did not see anyone eating food. Mr. Ireland reported that during the 20 years prior to his purchase of the Marina there were 12 owners. This was because they couldn't make the Marina profitable. Marina maintenance is extremely high; diversification is needed, i.e., sightseeing boats, boat rentals and a restaurant. Commissioner Smith cautioned that it might not be a good idea to delete "live-aboards" from the Ordinance because in the future Mr. Ireland might want to have this. Mr. Ireland said the problem is that it starts with two people and then family members come with cars and pets. This doesn't work. Transient traffic is much better business. Commissioner Smith said it is more difficult to have something put back in an Ordinance once it is taken out. Commissioner Reynolds stated the Sanibel Marina could be a poster business on Sanibel that is clean, modern and efficient and represents what Sanibel stands for. Commissioner Reynolds added that he believes it is incumbent on the old, established, profitable businesses on Sanibel to be cognizant of the Ordinances and Codes and not be poster businesses for disregarding these Codes and Ordinances. The Sanibel Marina has done this. If you spend more than $750 on a project you need to have a permit and if you didn't know this, you should. Mr. Ireland replied that he did know this. He stated he believed Commissioner Reynolds is talking about the new decks. An outside contractor wasn't hired to do the work because business was slow during the summer and this work was something his employees could do. Originally the work was to screw down existing decks. On the first two docks this was what needed to be done. However, when they started work on the third dock the stringers were rotten and had to be replaced and a new deck was built. In all, 12 docks out of 40 were done. Commissioner Reynolds stated a disappointment is that, as a new business on Sanibel, he has seen some of the old, established people do what they want to on their properties but the new businesses have to comply with the regulations. Commissioner Reynolds said he is not accusing Mr. Ireland of any criminal disregard; he believes that Mr. Ireland is one of the business community leaders on the Island and he should be aware of the Codes. Mr. Ireland asked if he could read a list of work they have done. Most of the items were done without permits but they were things that had to be done. Mr. McColgan said that Mr. Ireland works seven days a week and has said if they had to get a permit every time something needed to be done they would need to rent office space at City Hall. The amount of work and the cost is staggering. Commissioner Reynolds asked if their plan is to disregard the Code. Mr. Ireland said these are things that have to be done, i.e., clean and reseal the pavers; repaired the docks; paint the docks; constant landscaping – mulching, planting trees, removing vegetation and replanting – this is all above $750; daily upkeep of the bathroom facilities; repair awnings – clean and waterproof.


Chair Valiquette said the $750 requirement is for Building Permits, it doesn’t relate to maintenance, landscaping or repairing toilets. The $750 is when you build something requiring carpenters, lumber and foundations. Most of the items being referred to by Mr. McColgan don't require permits. Mr. McColgan said they keep the Marina in such good repair they have never had a State violation. Chair Valiquette said there are times when a job develops into something more than anticipated; he then gets a repair permit from the Building Department. Mr. Ireland asked Chair Valiquette if he thinks the $750 is a very low number. Chair Valiquette agreed, but said this is a State requirement. He is going to talk with Representative Gary Aubuchon about this. Commissioner Reynolds said his business is administered by the Department of Agriculture. During a lengthy investigation they were cited for having a fragment of the tip of a paring knife being broken off. It was so small Commissioner Reynolds couldn't see it. Commissioner Reynolds reiterated that old, established businesses should be aware of and follow Codes and Ordinances and should be leaders in the Community. Some of these businesses think they are above the law and this isn’t fair. Vice Chair Marks echoed Commissioner Reynolds' remarks. The Marina is pristine and he understands that because of the salt water maintenance costs are high. However, Ordinances and Codes are for everyone. Sometimes when people own a large piece of land, they feel they can do what they want. Most of what Mr. McColgan mentioned is maintenance and permits aren't needed; however, before the Marina begins a project it would be best to check with the Planning Department regarding permits. This shows respect for City government and sets an example for new businesses. Commissioner Krekel asked Mr. Ireland if he thinks he will get feedback from customers regarding outdoor seating close to the water where boats are docked. Mr. Ireland stated he didn't believe so because many people say this is the place for outdoor dining; everyone wants a Marina with outdoor dining. Mr. McColgan said many of the guests like the action or the spot light. They want their boat docked in this area so they can sit on the back, read the paper, etc. Commissioner Krekel said if you don’t know what all the conditions are, you need to read and understand them. 10 of the 13 conditions require action on the applicant's part. Compliance of some of the conditions requires money to be spent. The Commission will not approve the application unless all conditions are met. Commissioner Reynolds said most of the conditions can be easily done. One caution is the lighting. Commissioner Reynolds suggested that the applicant develop a security lighting plan that conforms to Sanibel's lighting requirements. MOTION: Chair Valiquette moved to approve Application No. 11-6405LDC including all the conditions, to close the hearing and to bring a Resolution back to the Commission on November 8, 2011. The application would then go to City Council for their approval. Vice Chair Marks seconded the motion. The motion carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Commissioner Reynolds said most of the conditions can't be answered by "Yes" or "No". They are subjective and require negotiated actions and compliance. The negotiated actions may or may not be acceptable. Chair Valiquette said this would be determined during the November 8, 2011 meeting. On November 8, 2011 if the applicant has concerns with any of the conditions, these can be discussed and/or


changed and the application can be moved to Council. Attorney Cuyler said this is correct. Attorney Cuyler added that after Council approval there will be conditions that the applicant will work with staff on. There may be some give and take regarding how these will be accomplished in accordance with the Code. Commissioner Heidrick said it would be a good idea for the applicant and staff to meet on site and work through the conditions so there is a complete understanding of what is being requested. The vote on the motion was taken at this time. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Planning Commission of the City of Sanibel, after full discussion and review of the proposed amendments to Ordinance No. 86-42, Special Use District approval for the Sanibel Marina, recommends that City Council enact the following proposed amendments: 1. To increase the maximum number of seats at the restaurant, from 59 indoor seats

only to 59 indoor seats only plus 16 bonus outdoor dining seats (Section 3.i. of Ord. 86-42);

2. To allow an existing concrete area, located 8 feet in lieu of the required 20 feet setback from an open body of water, to be utilized for the proposed bonus outdoor dining (Section 4.a. of Ord. 86-42);

3. To permit the operation hours at the restaurant to be extended by 1 hour from 7 A.M. to 8 P.M. in lieu of 7 A.M. to 7 P.M. (Section 4.d., of Ord. 86-42);

4. To advertise and make dining available to non-marina customers, which is currently prohibited (Section 4.q. of Ord. 86-42);

and that the Applicant is required to comply with the following conditions:

1. The following issues shall be abated or resolved before a development permit is issued for the bonus outdoor dining:

a. All signage in excess of one ground-mounted sign and one wall-mounted sign for each separate business approved by the Special Use District shall be removed.

b. The Business Tax Receipt (BTR) for the Ship Store shall be amended to indicate a total floor area of 840 SF.

c. Applicant shall either 1.) submit after-the-fact development permit and building permit applications for the entry columns on North Yachtsman Drive or 2.) remove them.

d. Applicant shall submit a parking plan that shows 90 unencumbered off-street parking spaces on-site.

e. The boat trailer and boats stored within landscape buffers shall be removed and placed only in developed areas that are not designated for parking or other authorized uses accessory to the marina.


f. Specific plans for outdoor lighting, demonstrating compliance with the Land Development Code, shall be submitted for approval. All unauthorized outdoor lighting shall be removed.

g. Applicant shall submit an after-the-fact development permit application, if applicable, and a building permit application for the dock repair.

h. The applicant shall submit plans for the proposed awning that depicts the appearance, dimension, and location of the awning.

2. Comply with all applicable standards of Section 126-1031, Bonus Outdoor Seats for Dining, of the Land Development Code, including:

a. Applicant shall amend the Business Tax Receipt for the restaurant to reflect the additional bonus outdoor seats.

b. The bonus outdoor seating shall not interfere with on-site vehicular and pedestrian circulation, parking and loading areas; nor block or restrict doors or other means of required emergency egress.

c. Microphones, loudspeakers or amplifiers shall not be permitted. Noise disturbances are prohibited, pursuant to section 30-64 of the Code of Ordinances and section 126-652 of the Land Development Code.

d. Applicant must purchase required additional sewer capacity prior to issuance of development permit.

e. Once obtained, the initial development permit required for bonus outdoor seats will expire after 24 months and the use shall be abated. To continue use of outdoor bonus seats, the applicant must apply for and obtain a subsequent development permit for bonus outdoor seats that renews, or approves with modified conditions, use of bonus outdoor seats.

3. Bonus outdoor seating shall be located only as depicted on the approved site plan.

4. Bonus outdoor dining seats and tables shall not be moved indoors to increase the number of permitted indoor seats, nor indoor seats placed outdoors to increase the number of outdoor dining seats.

5. Exotic species of plants which out-compete or otherwise displace native plants, including Brazilian Pepper, Melaleuca, Earleaf Acacia, Lead Tree, Java Plum, Air Potato, Exotic Inkberry and Mother-in-Law’s Tongue (Bowstring Hemp), shall be removed from within the boundaries of the Special use District. The property shall be kept permanently free of such exotics.

6. Provide an as-built survey demonstrating compliance with the standards of the Special Use District, including setbacks and the number of parking spaces, prior the issuance of a Completion Certificate.


The foregoing Resolution was adopted by the Planning Commission upon a motion by Planning Commission Member and seconded by Planning Commission Member , and the vote was as follows: Christopher Heidrick Paul Reynolds Chuck Ketteman Holly Smith Tom Krekel Michael Valiquette Phillip Marks DULY PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of November 2011. SANIBEL PLANNING COMMISSION

SIGNED:_________________________________________ Chairman Date Signed Approved As To Form: ___________/s/____________________ 10/27/11 City Attorney Date Signed Date Filed With City Manager:____________________________

k:planning:kep: 2011-12 ear: materials memo to cm

City of Sanibel

Planning Department

MEMORANDUM

DATE: December 19, 2011

TO: Judie Zimomra, City Manager

FROM: James C. Jordan, Planning Director

SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL’S KICK-OFF FOR THE 2012 EVALUATION AND

APPRAISAL OF THE SANIBEL PLAN

The following materials have been prepared by the Planning Department for City

Council’s review, comment and direction for the upcoming evaluation and

Appraisal of the Sanibel Plan.

A report on the Status of the Major Issues identified in the 2004/5

Evaluation and Appraisal Report

A summary of changes in State Statutes, pursuant to “The (2011)

Community Planning Act”

A memorandum recommending improvements to the City’s process

for Evaluation and Appraisal of the Sanibel Plan

A proposed Schedule for the City’s 2012 Evaluation and Appraisal of

the Sanibel Plan

Pursuant to the proposed Schedule, these materials would be considered by

the City Council at their January meeting. The Planning Commission would

begin their review and preparation of the Evaluation and Appraisal of the

Sanibel Plan in February.

1 Ord. 12-001

CITY OF SANIBEL

ORDINANCE 12-001

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SANIBEL PLAN:

BY AMENDING SECTION 3.5.1 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS GOALS,

OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES AND SECTION 3.5.2 IMPLEMENTATION,

MONITORING AND EVALUATION, TO UPDATE THE CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT INCLUDING THE ADOPTED FIVE-YEAR

SCHEDULE OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS; AND

BY AMENDING SECTION 3.2.1 COASTAL ZONE PROTECTION GOALS,

OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES, TO AMEND POLICY 3.1 TO ALLOW

EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND OTHER ACCESSORY

STRUCTURES TO BE REDEVELOPED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE

PORTION OF THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

BY AMENDING SECTION 3.6.2 FUTURE LAND USE,

LAND USE PROJECTIONS, TO IDENTIFY THE STEPS TAKEN TO

ADDRESS NON-CONFORMING DENSITIES IN BUILDING-BACK

FROM SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY A NATURAL DISASTER

AND REDEVELOPING RESORT HOUSING UNITS IN THE RESORT

HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

PROVISIONS OF THE PLAN FOR PERMITTED USES, TO CLARIFY

THAT CONTINUED USE OF EXISTING RESIDENTAIL STRUCTURES

IS PERMITTED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE AND TO STATE THAT

REDEVELOPMENT OF EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS

AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES LOCATED IN THE GULF BEACH

ZONE PORTION OF THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT IS

PERMITTED; AND

PROVISIONS OF THE PLAN FOR DEVELOPMENT INTENSITY, TO

INCLUDE PROVISIONS FOR BUILDING–BACK LAWFULLY

EXISTING DWELLING UNITS SUBSTANTIALLY DAMAGED BY A

NATURAL DISASTER AND REDEVELOPING LAWFULLY EXISTING

DWELLING UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

RESORT HOUSING, TO SUMMARIZE THE STEPS TAKEN TO

RETAIN MOTELS, HOTELS AND RESORT CONDOMINIUMS WHEN

REDEVELOPMENT OCCURS; AND

PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND

SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

2 K: planning: stbCIE – 2011 ord amend sp update cie and red in gbz

WHEREAS, pursuant to Florida Statutes, the City has adopted a comprehensive land use

plan (the Sanibel Plan); and

WHEREAS, the Sanibel Plan, initially adopted in 1976, is the product of an ongoing

planning process; and

WHEREAS, the most recent Evaluation and Appraisal-based Plan Amendment was adopted

in 2007; and

WHEREAS, Part 3.5. Capital Improvements concludes that there continues to be no capital

improvements necessary to attain or maintain the required Level of Service Standards for public

facilities, including Public School Facilities, established in the Sanibel Plan; and

WHEREAS, the City intends to further evaluate the Capital Improvements Elements as part

of the 2011/12 Evaluation and Appraisal of the Sanibel Plan, including a comprehensive

assessment of the Human Support Systems (Public Facilities) Elements of the Plan; and

WHEREAS, this Plan Amendment contains the 2011 annual review and update of the

Capital Improvements Element and the Five-year Schedule of Capital Improvements, as required

by the Sanibel Plan but no longer required by State Statute; and

WHEREAS, to ensure that there is internal consistency in the Sanibel Plan, this Plan

Amendment also contains revisions that reflect the implementation of the City’s Redevelopment

Program for the Resort Housing District; and

WHEREAS, to implement an important provision to accommodate and regulate

redevelopment in the Resort Housing District, this Plan Amendment also contains a policy

amendment to allow redevelopment of existing accessory swimming pools and other accessory

structures located in the Gulf Beach Zone portion of the Resort Housing District; and

WHEREAS, the staff has not identified any areas of the Sanibel Plan that are non-compliant

with “The Community Planning Act”, although this assessment will continue during the 2011/12

Evaluation and Appraisal of the Sanibel Plan; and

WHEREAS, the City is preparing a 2011/12 Evaluation and Appraisal of the Sanibel Plan to

update the background discussions for each Element of the Sanibel Plan and to conduct policy

review for determining compliance with State Law and to address local concerns; and

WHEREAS, this update and policy review of the Sanibel Plan will result in an Evaluation

and Appraisal-based Amendment to the Sanibel Plan intended to revise and restate, as

appropriate, the Sanibel Plan; and

WHEREAS, this Amendment to the Sanibel Plan demonstrates consistency with State

Statutes; and


WHEREAS, the City Council deems it necessary to make such revisions to the Sanibel Plan,

as contained in this ordinance; and

WHEREAS, all required public notices and public hearings for such amendment to the

Sanibel Plan have been properly given and held.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council for the City of Sanibel, Florida:

SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Sanibel hereby amends the Sanibel Plan in

order to:

(a) update background discussion and amend policy, consistent with Florida

Statutes, in Section 3.5.1 Capital Improvements Goals, Objectives and Policies;

and

(b) reflect the annual update of the adopted Five-Year Schedule of Capital

Improvements in Section 3.5.2 Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation.

A copy of the full text of this Amendment to Sanibel Plan Sections 3.5.1 and 3.5.2 is attached

hereto as Exhibit “A”, with underlining indicating additions and strikethrough indicating

deletions.

SECTION 2. The City Council of the City of Sanibel hereby amends the Sanibel Plan in

order to:

(a) allow existing accessory swimming pools and other accessory structures to be

redeveloped in the Gulf Beach Zone portion of the Resort Housing District, by

amending Policy 3.1 in Section 3.2.1 Coastal Zone Protection Goals,

Objectives and Policies.

A copy of the full text of this Amendment to Sanibel Plan Section 3.2.1 is attached hereto as

Exhibit “B” with underlining indicating additions and strikethrough indicating deletions.

SECTION 3. The City Council of the City of Sanibel hereby amends Section 3.6.2 Future

Land Use Goals, Objectives and Policies of the Sanibel Plan in order to:

(a) identify the steps taken to address non-conforming densities in building-back

from damage caused by a natural disaster and redeveloping resort housing units

located in the Resort Housing District in the Future Land Use Projections of

this Element; and


(b) clarify that continued use of existing residential structures is permitted in the

Gulf Beach Zone and to state that redevelopment of existing accessory

swimming pools and other accessory structures located in the Gulf Beach Zone

portion of the Resort Housing District is permitted in the Provisions of the Plan

for Permitted Uses; and

(c) )identify that the City’s land development regulations accommodate non-

conforming densities when building-back the existing number of units if

substantially damaged by a natural disaster and redeveloping up to the existing

number of units in the Resort Housing District, provided that the resort use of

the property is retained in the Provisions of the Plan for Development Intensity;

and

(d) summarize the steps taken to retain motels, hotels and resort condominiums

when redevelopment occurs in the Resort Housing District.

A copy of the full text of this Amendment to Sanibel Plan Section 3.6.2 is attached hereto as

Exhibit “C” with underlining indicating additions and strikethrough indicating deletions.

SECTION 4. A copy of this amendment to the Sanibel Plan shall be kept on file in the

Office of the City Clerk.

SECTION 5. Conflict.

All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith shall be and the same are hereby

repealed. If any part of this ordinance conflicts with any other part, it shall be severed and the

remainder shall have full force and effect and be liberally construed.

SECTION 6. Severance.

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance, or application

hereof, is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction,

such portion or application shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and

such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion or application hereof.


This ordinance shall take effect 31 days after the State Land Planning Agency notifies the

City that the Plan Amendment package submitted by the City pursuant to Section


163.3184(3)(c)3, Florida Statutes, is complete. If timely challenged, the Plan Amendment does

not become effective until the State Land Planning Agency or Administrative Commission enters

a final order determining the adopted Plan Amendment to be in Compliance.

SECTION 8. Codification.

The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to cause the amendment approved herein

to be incorporated into the adopted Sanibel Plan, as amended by this ordinance.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel, Lee County,

Florida, this ____________ day of _____________________, 2012.

AUTHENTICATION:

_____________________ _________________________

Kevin Ruane, Mayor Pamela Smith, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM: ___________________________ ________________

Kenneth B. Cuyler, City Attorney Date

Publication and Hearing Dates

Section 163, F.S. Publication Dates: _________ ____, 2011

Date of First Public (Transmittal ) Hearing: _________ ____, 2012

Section 163, F.S. Publication Date: __________ ____, 2012

Ordinance Publication Date: __________ ____, 2012

Date of Second Public (Adoption) Hearing: __________ ____, 2012



Ruane _____

Denham _____

Congress _____

Harrity _____

Jennings _____


EXHIBIT "A"

No. 11-6348SP

Section 3.5.1.

Capital Improvements

Goals, Objectives and Policies

Pursuant to Section 163.3177, Florida Statutes and Chapter 0J5.016(3)

of the Florida Administrative Code.

Background Discussion

The purpose of the Capital Improvements Element, as stated in

the Florida Administrative Code is:

• To evaluate the need for public facilities, for each type of

public facility, as identified in the Sanibel Plan

• To estimate the cost of improvements for which the City of

Sanibel has fiscal responsibility

• To analyze the City of Sanibel’s fiscal capability to finance

and construct improvements

• To adopt financial policies to guide the funding of

improvements

• To schedule the funding and construction of improvements

in a manner which ensures that public facilities are

provided, when required, based on needs identified in this

Plan

For the purpose of this element, needed capital improvements

or capital improvement deficiencies, are defined as those

capital improvements required to achieve and maintain

adopted level of service standards for public facilities

established in Part 3.3 Human Support Systems Goals,

Objectives and Policies of the Plan.

The data and analyses of this element of the Sanibel Plan,

pursuant to Section 163.3177(3), Florida Statutes and the

minimum review criteria of Chapter 95-5.016 of the Florida

Administrative Code, are also provided in the Annual Review

(2008) and Update of the Capital Improvements Element of the

Sanibel Plan and related supporting documents as well as the

2004/2005 Evaluation and Appraisal Report for the Sanibel Plan,

adopted April 19, 2005, and the background materials

prepared and submitted with that Report.

The City of Sanibel currently prepares a Five-Year Capital

Improvements Program and an annual capital budget. The

City’s Capital Improvements Program, distinct from this Capital

Improvements Element, is to be consistent with the Capital

Improvements Element. The Capital Improvements Program is to

reflect the goals, objectives and policies of the Capital

Improvements Element and its implementation strategy.

Because of the City’s successes in avoiding the occurrence of

deficiencies in public facilities, implementation of level of

service standards has not significantly impacted the City’s

Capital Improvements Program.

Any projects from the Five-Year Schedule of Capital

Improvements (those public facilities needed to maintain or

attain adopted level of service standards for public facilities)

established in this Plan, are to be incorporated into the City’s

Capital Improvements Program.

Currently, well over 90 percent of the residential and

commercial sectors of the Future Land Use Map are developed

or located in or adjacent to developed and serviced areas. In

response to Sanibel’s growth into a mature stage of its future

land use, local practices for capital improvements have

emphasized correcting past deficiencies and improving current

service. With the exception of completion of the final phases of

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the collection system for the Sanibel Sewer System, there is

virtually no need to expand the service areas of public facilities

(human support systems).

The Florida Legislature mandates that local governments plan

for the availability of some public facilities and services to

support development concurrent with the impacts of that

development. This Capital Improvement Element is included in

the Sanibel Plan to comply complies with this mandate.

This section of the Sanibel Plan establishes goals, objectives and

policies for capital improvements, particularly those capital

improvements required to attain and maintain minimum level of

service standards for municipally provided public facilities,

established in Part 3.3 (Human Support Systems) of the Plan.

The State of Florida requires that level of service standards for

some public facilities be included in comprehensive land use

plans. These level of service standards are established to ensure

that adequate facility capacity will be maintained and

provided for existing and future development.

Level of service standards are established for the following

public facilities (including potable water delivery which is

provided by the private sector, public schools which are

provided by the Lee County School District and solid waste

disposal facilities which are provided by Lee County):

• Roadways in the Transportation Element

(See Section 3.3.3)

• Recreation facilities in the Recreation and Open

Space Element (See Section 3.3.7)

• Drainage facilities in the Storm Drainage Element

(See Section 3.3.6)

• Wastewater treatment facilities in the Wastewater

Treatment (Water Reclamation) Element

(See Section 3.3.4)

• Public schools in the Public Schools Facilities

Element (See Section 3.3.8.)

• Potable water treatment facilities in the Water

Supply Element (See Section 3.3.2)

• Solid waste facilities in the Solid Waste and

Recycling Element (See Section 3.3.5)

Level of service standards indicate the acceptable capacity

per unit of demand for each public facility. These levels of

service standards are to be employed in the issuance of

development orders and permits.

The City of Sanibel has been successful in providing public

facilities in advance of the occurrence of deficiencies in the

adopted level of service for these facilities. The 2011 2010

analysis for this element concludes that there are no capital

improvement projects needed to attain or maintain the

adopted level of service standards for public facilities.

Any municipally provided facilities that would be needed to

attain compliance with adopted level of service standards

would be included in the Five-Year Schedule of Capital

Improvements in Section 3.5.2 Implementation, Monitoring and

Evaluation of the Plan. There are none.

Any projects that would be needed to attain adopted level of

service standards from the Five-Year Schedule of Capital

Improvements would also be included in the City’s Capital

Improvements Program. The City’s Capital Improvements

Program also includes other capital projects; those not needed

to attain minimum level of service standards.

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When extensively revised in 1997, the Sanibel Plan concluded

that the City of Sanibel has been providing public facilities and

utilities in advance of the occurrence of deficiencies in the

adopted level of service for these facilities. In its annual reviews

of the Capital Improvements Element of the Sanibel Plan, the

Planning Commission’s findings continue to validate that

conclusion.

An analysis of capital improvement needs and funding is

provided in this background discussion, the Annual Review

(2008) and Update of the Capital Improvements Element of the

Sanibel Plan and in supporting documents.

Pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 163.3191(2)(c), The

Financial Feasibility section of the 2004/2005 Evaluation and

Appraisal Report for the Sanibel Plan provides an assessment of

the financial feasibility of providing needed infrastructure to

achieve and maintain adopted level of service standards and

sustain concurrency through capital improvements, as well as,

the City’s ability to meet the demands of growth on public

services and facilities.

Public Facilities and Utilities

Provided by the City of Sanibel

Although level of service standards for public facilities and

utilities have been attained, the City continues to make

significant improvements in public facilities and utilities provided

by the municipality.

Roadways

Over the past 20 years, the City has made improvements to

some roadways to improve drainage and renew the surface of

the road and some intersections. New sections have been

added to the City’s shared use path system: other sections

have been reconstructed to separate the path from the

paralleling roadway. Capital improvements expenditures for

road projects since 2006 2005 total $4.2 $3.5 million. An

additional $3.2 $2.5 million was spent during this time frame to

maintain the City’s roadways. The City’s Five-Year Capital

Improvements Program (Fiscal Year 2012 2011 through 2016

2015) identified $3.7 $7.1 million for road projects and an

additional $3.6 $4.4 million for maintenance of the roadways is

included in the Public Works maintenance budget.

Road impact fees provide partial funding for capacity

enhancements for existing roadways and shared use paths and

for building new roadways and shared use paths. However,

impact fees cannot be used for roadway maintenance. For the

past five years, with the City approaching build-out, collections

from road impact fees have been decreasing.

Local Option Gas Tax revenue is the primary source of funding

road improvements and maintenance. It is vitally important to

the continued maintenance of existing roadways and shared

use paths that the City’s share of the Local Option Gas Tax be

preserved.

Ad valorem taxes and non-ad valorem taxes, such as franchise

tax, vehicle overweight permit fees, and the re-establishment

of net toll proceeds from the Sanibel Causeway, can provide a

secondary source of funding roadway maintenance and

improvements. However, the continuation of these revenues is

in jeopardy. It is unacceptable for these intergovernmental

revenues, so important for continued road improvements and

maintenance, to be lost.

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Lee County has determined that a replacement site for a

vehicle weigh station on the Sanibel Causeway is unavailable.

Therefore, unless the County changes its position on the weigh

station or the City can find a suitable location for a

replacement weigh station within City limits, this revenue source

will remain lost.

Prior to 2005, vehicle overweight permit fee revenues have

provided the City with up to $950,000 per year. The City has

been unable to find a suitable location for a replacement

weigh station. Unless the City can find a suitable location for a

replacement weigh station within City limits, this revenue source

will remain lost.

Prior to 2005, the City received from Lee County 21 percent of

the net toll proceeds from the Sanibel Causeway. However,

with the settlement of a lawsuit between the City and the

County, this revenue source will not be available until

approximately 2016. City revenues from Causeway surplus

revenues averaged about $800,000 per year.

The conditions of peak-season, peak-hour flows at the

intersection of Periwinkle Way and Causeway Boulevard have

changed since completion of the replacement bridges on the

Sanibel Causeway. The extent of congestion at this intersection

has generally been reduced. At this time, a study of possible

improvements to this intersection has not been included in the

City’s Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. The Sanibel Plan

prohibits the widening of roadway segments but provides for

capacity enhancement/operational improvements to

intersections; however, improvements to this intersection are not

required to attain the adopted level of service standard for the

roadway.

Over the next 20 years, the implementation of a Master Plan for

Shared Use Paths will require both land acquisitions and capital

improvements. Only the initial phase of implementation is

funded.

Water Reclamation (Wastewater Treatment) Facilities

Since 2005, the City has spent $8.8 million on the capital

improvement of the Sanibel Sewer Collection System. These

improvements are financed through the Florida Department of

Environmental Protection State Revolving Loan Program. Fifty

percent of the debt service is covered by assessments,

connection fees and use charges and 50% is covered by an

ad valorem tax levy pursuant to a 1998 referendum.

The treatment capacity of the Donax Water Reclamation Plant

is 2.375 million gallons per day. The capacity of the wastewater

reclamation plant meets the adopted level of service standard

for its current service area. The capacity of the wastewater

reclamation plant is sufficient to meet the level of service

standard for all new connects and the further expansion of the

service area for the Sanibel Sewer System. There are no

identified needs for expanding the capacity of the treatment

plant.

The collection system has been extended into new service

areas with only the construction of the final phases remaining. It

is projected that $1.3 million will complete the expansion of

Sanibel Sewer System. The current phase of the expansion of

the collection system is under construction and will be

completed within the next year.

The final phase of the collection system expansion adds less

than 70 connections (equivalent residential connections) for

land uses that are relatively remote from existing service. It may

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be that all components of this small phase will not be

completed if the cost is prohibitive. Completion of the several

small components of this final phase may take years to

complete.

A reuse transmission line has been constructed between the

Donax Plant and the Wulfert Water Reclamation Plant, thereby

connecting both plants to the Island Water Association’s

injection well at the Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant site.

Stormwater Drainage Systems

Since 1995, the Surface Water Management Plan for the

Freshwater Management Area of the Sanibel River has been

implemented. The weirs that influence the elevation of the

water table and the culverts that influence the flow of surface

water have been reconstructed. The capital improvement

expenditures for this project total $1.2 million. The City’s Public

Works maintenance budgets for Fiscal Years 2012 2011 through

2015 2016 will include and estimated $1.1 million for

maintenance of the City’s drainage systems. General Fund

revenue, both ad valorem and non-ad valorem, is the primary

source of funding for improvements to and maintenance of the

City’s stormwater management systems.

Since the removal of exotic vegetation from the freshwater

conservation lands east of Tarpon Bay Road, gopher tortoises

have begun burrowing at lower ground elevations. For this and

other reasons, consideration of this project to elevate the

seasonal water table has not moved forward.

Recreation Facilities

Since 2005, capital improvements expenditures for recreational

facilities total approximately $15 $14.88 million. The City’s Five-

Year Capital Improvement Program (Fiscal Year 2012 2011

through 2016 2015) includes $200,000 to match a $200,000 grant

from FRDAP for new recreational facility projects. General Fund

revenue, both ad valorem and non-ad valorem, is the primary

source of funding recreational facilities and grants have been

an important secondary funding source.

A Master Parks and Recreation Plan, was adopted in 2002, This

Plan identifies the recreation facilities needed by the current

population and the projected population at “build-out”. These

recreational facilities needs were used to update the level of

service standards for recreational facilities in the 2007 Evaluation

and Appraisal Report-based Amendment to the Recreation

and Open Space Element of the Sanibel Plan.

The recently completed redevelopment of the City of Sanibel

Recreation Center, which is located at the site of The Sanibel

School, was recognized by the Master Plan as a high priority.

Passage of a General Obligation Bond Referendum in 2006,

authorized issuance of $8.35 million of debt for the new

Recreation Center. In addition to these funds, the Lee County

School District provided another $1.5962 million and the Lee

County Board of County Commissioners funded another $3.2

million for the Recreation Center.

The core achievements of the Master Parks and Recreation Plan

include the replacement and upgrading of the Recreation

Center and Aquatic Center. The tennis courts were relocated

and rebuilt and the ball diamonds/multi-purpose fields were

refurbished at this site. A covered multi-purpose area (two

courts) and a skate area were added to the complex.

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The City is obtaining funding from a variety of sources for the

implementation of the remaining components of the Master

Parks and Recreation Plan. Implementation of the Master Plan

may be phased over the next 20 years.

The Beachview Golf Course, available to the public, is provided

by the private sector. Other recreation facilities, such as tennis

courts, satisfy some demand from neighborhoods and multi-

family developments.

Other Public Facilities and Utilities

Provided within the City

Since the Sanibel Plan was extensively revised in 1997, there

have also been significant improvements to public facilities and

utilities that are provided within the City, but not by the City.

Water Supply

The capacity of the Island Water Association’s Reverse Osmosis

Water Treatment Plant has been expanded to 5.21 million

gallons per day. Existing treatment and storage capacity are

sufficient to meet growth projections for Sanibel and Captiva, if

conservation efforts are successful. Any unanticipated

deficiency in supply that may occur during peak season use is

to be addressed by an increase in storage capacity. IWA has

the design and permitting in place for an underground storage

and recovery well (ASR), if necessary. This storage facility is part

of the City’s Ten-Year Water Supply Facilities Plan, adopted as

part of the Sanibel Plan on September 18, 2007.

A deep injection well was constructed to improve the method

of discharging brine and other byproduct waste occurring in

the water treatment process. This well is also available for

discharging wastewater effluent from the Sanibel Sewer System.

Solid Waste Disposal Facilities

There are no solid waste disposal facilities located in the City of

Sanibel. Landfills and solid waste disposal facilities are not

appropriate for or permitted within the City. There has been a

significant increase in the operational cost of solid waste

collection. The City promotes recycling and provides a

recycling drop-off center.

Fire Stations

The Sanibel Fire and Rescue District has replaced Palm Ridge

Road Station no. 1 and completed an addition to Sanibel-

Captiva Road Station no.2. A training structure and a

helicopter pad are part of the redevelopment of Station no.1.

The District continues to have an interest in having a Fire and

Rescue station on the east end of the Island.

Schools

Permanent classrooms for the middle school, a new library,

media center and cafeteria were completed at the Sanibel

School in 2004. No additional schools are planned or projected

in the City of Sanibel by the Lee County School District.

Libraries

A 10,000 square foot addition has been completed at the

Sanibel Library, providing expanded computer services and

multimedia materials. The local history section has been

expanded.

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Electric Substations

The Lee County Electric Cooperative replaced its substation

with a 138 kilovolt facility, twice the capacity of the old

substation. The Cooperative also replaced and upgraded the

transmission lines coming to the substation from Pine Island.

Level of Service (LOS) Standards

Adopted level of service standards for concurrency related

public facilities have been attained and the City has met the

demands of growth on public services and facilities.

Specifically, these public facilities are: roadways, wastewater

treatment (water reclamation) facilities, stormwater drainage

systems, recreation facilities, public school facilities, water

supply treatment facilities and solid waste disposal facilities.

LOS Standard for Roadways

Given the other policies of the Plan, it is the intent of the

City that LOS “F” is the accepted standard on roadways.

Obviously this level of service standard for roadways has been

achieved and can be maintained. Therefore, there are no new

roads or roadway improvements identified on the Adopted

Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements. The City, in

cooperation with the County, will At this time, a study of

possible improvements to the intersection of Periwinkle Way and

Causeway Boulevard has not been included in the City’s Five-

Year Capital Improvement Program. This improvement is not

required to retain the level of service standard adopted for

these roadways.

Over the next 20 years, the implementation of a Master Plan for

Shared Use Paths will require both land acquisitions and capital

improvements. These improvements are not required to retain a

the level of service standard adopted for shared use paths.

LOS Standards for Wastewater Treatment Facilities

Sanibel Sewer System - 240 gallons per day per unit

The capacity of the water reclamation (wastewater treatment)

facilities of the Sanibel Sewer System exceeds this standard.

Furthermore the capacity of the treatment facilities is adequate

for “build-out”. This level of service standard has been achieved

and can be maintained. There are no improvements identified

on the Adopted Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements

for wastewater treatment facilities. There are no water

reclamation facilities projects required to retain the level of

service standard adopted for wastewater treatment facilities.

LOS Standards for Storm Drainage Systems

For developments that are not exempt from permitting

requirements of the South Florida Water Management

District, provide stormwater drainage systems in

accordance with the requirements of the District,

typically designed for the

• 25-year storm event of three-day duration

For infill developments that are exempt from permitting

requirements of the South Florida Water Management

District, provide stormwater drainage systems designed

for the

• Five-year storm event of one-hour duration

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Through implementation of the Surface Water Management

Plan and the development regulations and procedures of the

Land Development Code governing private development, the

City has attained this level of service standard. There are no

drainage projects required to retain the level of service

standard adopted for stormwater drainage facilities.

LOS Standards for Recreation Facilities

No. Recreation Facility

3 Ball Diamonds/Multi-purpose Fields

1 Indoor Multi-purpose Area (2 courts)

1 Covered Multi-purpose Area (2 courts)

4 Outdoor Tennis Courts

2 Outdoor Volleyball Courts

1 Aquatic Center

1 Golf Course (18 holes)

1 Community Center

1 Boat Ramp (with dual launching capability)

1 Skate Area

1 Non-motorized Boat Launching Area

6 Playgrounds

Only 800 more dwelling units remain to be developed (which is

less than 10 percent of the housing stock at “buildout”) and 600

of those dwelling units will be infill development on existing lots

for single family dwellings. Since the City is close to “buildout”, it

is impractical to link the replacement of existing recreational

facilities to the concurrency management program for the

development of additional dwelling units.

The schedule to replace and upgrade recreational facilities in

accordance with the Master Parks and Recreation Plan will

depend on the City’s ability to fund these improvements.

Funded components of the Master Plan will be included in the

City’s Five-Year Capital Improvements Plan, but these

recreational facilities are not and will not be included in the

adopted Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements. The

implementation and funding of the Master Parks and

Recreation Plan is phased over the next 20 years.

LOS Standard for Water Supply Facilities

An average potable water supply production rate of 300

gallons per equivalent residential unit per day.

The Island Water Association (IWA), a nonprofit community

cooperative with exclusive franchise serving Sanibel and

Captiva Islands, owns and operates the public water system on

Sanibel. This public facility is not provided by the City of Sanibel.

Other than a 1.2 million gallon storage and recovery well, there

are no water supply facilities identified on the Adopted Five-

Year Schedule of Capital Improvements or in the Ten-Year

Water Supply Facilities Work Plan. This improvement is not

currently required to retain the level of service standard

adopted for water supply facilities.

LOS Standards for Public School Facilities

The minimum acceptable level of service standards for

public schools within the City of Sanibel shall be:

School Type Level of Service Standard*

Elementary: 100% of permanent Florida Inventory

of School Houses Capacity**

Middle: 100% of permanent Florida Inventory


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High: 100% of permanent Florida Inventory


Special

Purpose: 100% of permanent Florida Inventory


* As adjusted by the School Board annually to account for

measurable programmatic changes. Measurable

programmatic change is defined and the use of re-

locatable classrooms is explained in Policy 2.1 in Section

3.3.8 (the Public School Facilities Element) of this Plan.

** “Permanent capacity” means the combined capacity

for all schools of each type that are located in the School

District’s Student Assignment Zones.

Public education in the City of Sanibel is administered and

financed by the Lee County School District. Sanibel has

one elementary/middle school located on the Island. In

2004, a major addition was completed at the Sanibel

School, including permanent classrooms for the middle

school.

There are no public school facilities identified on the Adopted

Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.

LOS Solid Waste Disposal Facilities

50 pounds per dwelling unit per week

There are no solid waste facilities located in the City of Sanibel.

Florida Statutes preclude the establishment of a landfill on a

barrier island; that is within Sanibel City limits. The City uses solid

waste disposal facilities provided by Lee County. Since this

public facility is not provided by the City of Sanibel, there are no

solid waste disposal facilities identified on the adopted Five-

Year Schedule of Capital Improvements. The City does not

intend to add any solid waste disposal facilities to the adopted

Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.

Attainment and Maintenance of LOS Standards

There are no capital improvement projects needed to attain or

maintain the adopted level of service standards for

concurrency related public facilities. Therefore, there are no

capital improvement needs (required to attain or maintain

adopted level of service standards for public facilities)

projected for the initial timeframe of this Plan, that is through the

year 2016. It has been and continues to be financially feasible

to achieve and maintain the adopted level of service standards

for public facilities.

The City of Sanibel will continue to fund capital improvement

projects before deficiencies in level of service for public facilities

arise. The City is capable of funding the capital improvements

identified on the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements in

Section 3.5.2 implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation of the

Sanibel Plan and the City’s Five-Year Capital Improvements

Program.

Other Considerations

The significant loss of revenue from the weigh station and from

the Causeway revenue sharing agreement and the potential

for reductions from other revenue sources will present a

challenge for funding future programs and capital

improvements.

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In 2011 2010, the City estimates it will receive $1.4 million in

revenue from the Local Option Gas Tax. It is vitally important to

the City of Sanibel that the City’s share of the Local Option Gas

Tax be preserved. It is also important to restore Causeway toll

proceeds revenues and to restore or replace revenues from the

weigh station, as a funding source for road improvements. The

City has foregone approximately $850,000 annually in revenue

from Sanibel Causeway surplus toll revenues, since February

2005. Additionally, the City will annually forego up to an

additional $950,000 if the weigh station operation is not

reinstated. These intergovernmental revenues have been an

important source of funding available for road maintenance

and improvements.

A Master Plan for the Restoration of the Periwinkle Way Corridor

from the damage inflicted by Hurricane Charley has been

adopted. Implementation is now being completed through

both public and private sources of funding.

Goals, Objectives and Policies

The goals, objectives and policies of this section of the Sanibel

Plan direct the implementation, evaluation and monitoring of

the Capital Improvements Element.

Goal Statement

Needed public facilities (human support systems) are to

be provided to Sanibel residents and land uses within its

jurisdiction, in a manner that protects and maximizes use

of existing facilities, maintains adequate levels of service

and promotes orderly and environmentally sound

development.

Objective 1

Schedule capital improvements for facilities needed to replace

obsolete or worn-out facilities and accommodate existing

development and desired future growth.

Policy 1.1. Capital improvements projects will be evaluated

to determine their impact on attaining the objectives of the

Sanibel Plan. This evaluation, directly related to the

individual elements of the Plan, is also based on the

following criteria:

• Contribution to the elimination of public hazards

• Contribution to the elimination of facility capacity deficits

or obsolete facilities

• Impact of the improvement on the City’s budget

• The financial feasibility of the improvement

• Locational requirements of the facility

• Contribution to serving projected growth patterns

as illustrated on the Future Land Use Map

• Compatibility with the plans of State, Regional,

County and Local agencies and with the Lee

County School District, in accordance with the

Intergovernmental coordination policies of the

Sanibel Plan

Objective 2

Limit public expenditures in the coastal area subject to storm

surge (the velocity zone identified on the Federal Flood

Insurance Rate Map) and scour.

Policy 2.1. Public expenditures in coastal areas

subject to storm surge (the velocity zone identified on

the Federal Flood Insurance Rate Map) and scour will

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be limited to maintenance, public safety needs,

recreation and open space uses, restoration or

enhancement of natural resources or land acquisitions.

Objective 3

Development orders and amendments to the Sanibel Plan are

to be coordinated with the availability of human support

systems (public facilities) needed to maintain adopted level of

service standards.

Policy 3.1. No permits will be issued for future development

that would result in an increase in demand for facilities that

do not comply with the minimum level of service standards

established in this Plan.

Policy 3.2. Prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy,

public facilities (human support systems) needed to serve

the development will be available.

Policy 3.3. Pursuant to Part 3.3 of the Sanibel Plan, Human

Support System, the Land Development Code will ensure

that development orders and permits include conditions

ensuring that adequate facility capacity is available or will

be available when needed to serve the development.

Objective 4

Ensure that fiscal resources are available to provide needed

human support systems, in accordance with the Five-Year

Schedule of Capital Improvements in order to maintain

adopted level of service standards and meet current and future

facility needs.

Policy 4.1. The City of Sanibel will continue to maintain a

Capital Improvements Program and an annual capital

budget as part of its budgeting process.

Policy 4.2. The City’s Capital Improvement Program and

annual capital budget will include the projects identified in

the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements provided in

Part 3.5 Capital Improvements Element of the Sanibel Plan.

Policy 4.3. Maintain the interlocal agreement with Lee

County for the disbursement of Causeway surplus revenue.

Objective 5

Manage land development in the City of Sanibel so that public

facility needs created by future development do not exceed

the City’s ability to fund and provide needed capital

improvements.

Policy 5.1. The ratio of outstanding capital indebtedness to

the property tax base for the City of Sanibel will not exceed

a maximum of 1:1.

Objective 6

Future development will bear a proportionate cost of facility

improvements necessitated by the development in order to

adequately maintain adopted level of service standards.

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Policy 6.1. Extensions of the collection system for the water

reclamation (wastewater treatment) facilities and

distribution systems for water supply facilities to serve new

development shall be provided, and paid for, by the

developer. Storm drainage facilities to serve new

development shall be provided and paid for by the

developer.

Policy 6.2. The adequate facility ordinance, if adopted, will

employ assessments for new development of a pro rata

share of the costs necessary to finance public facility

improvements necessitated by the development in order to

adequately maintain adopted level of service standards.

Objective 7

The Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements in Section

3.5.2 Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation will include

those Lee County School District school facilities projects

within the City that are needed to address future needs.

Policy 7.1. The City incorporates into this Capital

Improvements Element the Lee County School District 2011-

2012 2010-2011 Work Plan: as adopted by the Lee County

School Board on September 27, 2011 October 19,, 2010,

including the Summary of Capital Improvements Program

and Summary of Estimated Revenue.

No later than December 1st of each year, the City shall

incorporate the Lee County School Board’s annual update

of the Capital Facilities Work Plan into the Capital

Improvements Element of the Sanibel Plan. The Capital

Facilities Work Plan shall identify school facility projects which

are necessary to address existing deficiencies and meet

future needs. The Plan shall demonstrate the financial

feasibility of the School District to achieve and maintain the

adopted LOS standard for the five year planning period,

supported by data and analysis.

Policy 7.2. If adequate capacity in public school facilities to

address student impacts will not be in place or under actual

construction within three years in the concurrency service

area where the development is located, the Lee County

School District will look to a contiguous concurrency service

area for capacity. If sufficient capacity to address student

impacts will not be in place or under actual construction

within three years in the contiguous concurrency service

area, the developer must address mitigation of the

deficiency in school capacity. Proportionate share

mitigation must create a sufficient number of additional

student stations to maintain the established level of service

with the addition of the demand generated by the

development. Mitigation options include, but are not limited

to, the options identified in the City’s interlocal agreement

with the School District.

If mitigation can be agreed upon, the City and the School

District will enter into an enforceable binding agreement

with the developer. If capacity is not available and

mitigation cannot be agreed upon, the City cannot

approve the application until such time as capacity

becomes available.

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Objective 8

To annually review and update this Capital Improvements

Element.

Policy 8.1. The City of Sanibel will annually review update this

Capital Improvements Element by adding a fifth year to the

Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements (Section 3.5.2

Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation) and revising

amending the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements,

as necessary, to ensure that the level of service standards for

Human Support Systems (public facilities, including Public

School Facilities) continue to be attained and financially

feasible.

Policy 8.2. The City will annually review update this Capital

Improvements Element to be consistent with and

coordinated with the Lee County School District’s financially

feasible Work Plan, amended, as necessary, to revise the

Public School Concurrency Service Area Map.

Policy 8.3. The City staff will coordinate the annual review of

this Capital Improvements Element with the staff of the Lee

County School District and the staffs of Lee County and

applicable Municipalities within the County.

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Section 3.5.2.

Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation Pursuant to Section 163.3177, Florida Statutes and Chapter

9J-5.016(4) and (5) of the Florida Administrative Code.

Background Discussion

Implementation, monitoring and evaluation are vital to the

effectiveness of the Sanibel Plan. Because the City’s revenues

and expenditures are subject to fluctuations in the economy,

the Capital Improvements Element will be reviewed on an

annual basis to ensure that required fiscal resources are

available to provide public facilities (human support systems)

needed to maintain adopted level of service standards. A Five-

Year Schedule of Capital Improvements provides a

mechanism for implementing the Capital Improvements

Element of the Plan.

Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements

A Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements, derived from

the Elements of the Sanibel Plan, is provided in the following

Table. Revenue projections by funding source are provided in

the 2008 update of the Background Discussion in the Capital

Improvements Element, including referenced and supporting

materials, such as the Lee County School District 2012 2011

Work Plan.

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Adopted Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvement

There are no Capital Improvements necessary to attain or maintain

the required levels of service set forth in this Plan.

NO PROJECTS IDENTIFIED

Human Support System Facilities 2012 2011 2013 2012 2014 2013 2015 2014 2016 2015

Roadways -0- -0- -0- -0- -0-

- Intersection Periwinkle Way & Causeway Blvd. -See note 1-

- Shared Use path improvements -See note 2-

Water Reclamation (wastewater treatment) -0- -0- -0- -0- -0-

- Collection system -See note 3-

Stormwater Drainage -0- -0- -0- -0- -0-

- Maintenance and wetlands enhancement -See note 4-

Public Schools -0- -0- -0- -0- -0-

- Elementary Schools -See note 5-

- Middle Schools -See note 5-

- High Schools -See note 5-

- Special Education -See note 5-

Recreation -0- -0- -0- -0- -0-

- Recreation Center -See note 6-

Water Supply -0- -0- -0- -0- -0-

- 1.2 MGD underground storage & recovery well -See note7-

Solid Waste -0- -0- -0- -0- -0-

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Notes for the adopted Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvement

(1) The City’s 5-year Capital Improvements Plan (Fiscal Year 2012 2011 through 2016

2015) identified $3,700,000 $7,100,000 for road projects and an additional

$3,600,000 $4,400,000 for maintenance of the roadways.

(2) Over the next 20 years, the implementation of a Master Plan for Shared Use Paths will

require both land acquisition and capital improvements. These improvements are

not required to retain the level of service standard adopted for shared use paths.

Only the initial phase of implementation is funded.

(3) The collection system has been extended into new service areas, with only the

construction of the final phases remaining. It is projected that $1,300,000 will

complete the expansion of Sanibel Sewer System. The current phase of the

expansion of the collection system is under construction and will be completed

within the next year. The final phase of the collection system expansion adds less

than 50 connections (equivalent residential connections) for land uses that are

relatively remote from existing service. It may be that all components of this small

phase will not be completed, if the cost is prohibitive. Completion of the several

small components of this final phase may take years to complete. Final phase

improvements are not required to retain the level of service standard adopted for

wastewater treatment facilities.

(4) The City projects that $1,100,000 will be expended for Fiscal Year 2012 2011 through

2016 2015) for maintenance of the City’s drainage systems. Improvements are not

required to retain the level of service standard adopted for stormwater drainage

systems.

(5) The Lee County School District Facilities Work Plan demonstrates that the District

achieves and maintains the adopted level of service standards for the District-wide

(County-wide) school concurrency system. Through an interlocal agreement with

the Lee County School Board, the City is implementing a school concurrency

review for all new development defined in that agreement. Based on the Lee

County School District 2010-2011 2009-2010 Work Plan, adopted by the Lee County

School District on September 23, 2011 October 19,, 2010, there are no deficiencies

in public school facilities in the School Concurrency Service Area containing the

City of Sanibel. It is not anticipated that any new public facilities will be located in

the City of Sanibel, for both the short range and long range planning periods of the

Sanibel Plan. It is not anticipated that any revenues from the City’s General Fund

will be allocated for new public school facilities.

(6) Since 2005, capital improvements expenditures for recreational facilities total about

$15,000,000 $14,880,000. The City’s 5-year Capital Improvement Program Plan

(Fiscal Year 2012 2011 through 2016 2015) includes $200,000 to match a $200,000

grant from FRDAP for new recreational facility projects. The Master Parks and

Recreation Plan identifies the recreation facilities needed by the current population

and the projected population at “build-out”. The Master Plan includes the

redevelopment of the Recreation Center at the site of the Sanibel School. Passage

of a General Obligation Bond Referendum in 2006, authorized issuance of

$8,350,000.00 of debt for a new Recreation Center. In addition to these funds, the

Lee County School District is providing another $1,596,200.00 and the Lee County

Board of County Commissioners is funding another $3,200,000.00 for the Recreation

Center. The City is obtaining funding from a variety of sources for the

implementation of the Master Parks and Recreation Plan. Implementation of the

Master Plan may be phased over the next 20 years. These improvements are not

required to retain the level of service standard adopted for recreation facilities.

(7) Existing treatment capacity is sufficient to meet growth projections for Sanibel and

Captiva, if conservation efforts are successful. The Ten year plan for building water

supply facilities to serve existing and projected development relies on the efficient

use of existing facilities, but also the expansion of the program to reuse treated

wastewater for irrigation purposes. The IWA and the City of Sanibel need to

coordinate on this effort. The reuse program will be expanded as cost effective

ways are identified. Storage capacity, to augment flow and pressure for peak

demand and fire flow needs, is adequate for current and future needs. As part of

the City’s the 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Plan, IWA has the design and

permitting in place for an underground storage and recovery well (ASR), if

necessary. The estimated cost of this improvement is $1,500,000.00. Capital

improvements for the water supply treatment facilities are provided by the Island

Water Association. This improvement is not currently required to retain the level of

service standard adopted for water supply facilities.

Source: The City Manager’s Office and the Finance, Public Works, Utilities,

Recreation and Planning Departments, and the Lee County School

District.

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Annual Review of the

Capital Improvements Element

The Capital Improvements Element requires a continuous

program for monitoring and evaluation. This element will be

reviewed on an annual basis to ensure that required fiscal

resources are available to provide public facilities needed to

maintain adopted level of service standards.

The Planning Commission (local planning agency) will

conduct an annual review of the Capital Improvement Element

of the Plan and present findings and recommendations to the

City Council. City Council will direct appropriate action for any

required amendments.

The annual review of the Capital Improvements Element will

consider:

• Corrections, updates and modifications concerning costs

and revenues

• The Capital Improvements Element’s consistency with

other elements of the Sanibel Plan

• The economic feasibility of the Sanibel Plan

• The priority assignment for scheduled capital

improvements projects

• The City’s progress in reducing existing deficiencies and

obtaining an acceptable level of service

• The City’s effectiveness in maintaining adopted level of

service standards

Section 3.2.1. Coastal Zone Protection Element . . . Goals, Objectives and Policies . . . Policy 3.1. The City will continue to prohibit new development and redevelopment in the Gulf Beach Zone (i.e., seaward of the 1974 State Coastal Construction Control Line). Existing buildings located seaward of the 1974 Coastal Construction Control Line that are substantially damaged by a natural disaster are may be allowed to build-back in their pre-disaster location. Lawfully existing accessory swimming pools and other accessory structures located in the Resort Housing District that are located seaward of the State’s 1974 Coastal Construction Control Line may be reconstructed in their existing location provided there are no other feasible locations available on the site that are not in the Gulf Beach Zone. . . .

EXHIBIT “B” NO. 11-6348SP

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Section 3.6.2. Future Land Use Element Land Use Projections . . . There remains in the City of Sanibel, development that exceeds the density permitted in accordance with the Development Intensity Map (i.e., nonconforming densities). The majority of nonconforming densities are located in the Resort Housing District. A small number of single family dwellings are located on lots that are “unbuildable” if vacant. Strategies to address non-conforming densities in “building-back” from damage caused by a natural disaster are assessed as a major issue in the 2004/2005 EAR of the Sanibel Plan. In 2006 Since the EAR, the City has adopted comprehensive land development regulations that allow address building-back the existing dwelling units on a lot or parcel that are substantially damaged by a natural disaster. In 2011, the City adopted comprehensive land development regulations that allow redevelopment in the Resort Housing District of up to the existing number of dwelling units in existing hotels, motels and resort condominiums, provided that the resort use of the property is retained.

Strategies to address non-conforming densities in redeveloping existing land uses is a second part of this major issue in the 2004/2005 Evaluation and Appraisal Report. As part of the City’s Redevelopment Planning Work Program, a survey and analysis of nonconforming structures within the Gulf and Bay Beach Zones will be completed. The City’s inventory of land use that exceed permitted densities will also be analyzed in the Redevelopment Planning Work Program along with current and future issues associated with the Island’s resort hotel and inn accommodations. . . .

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. . . Plan for Permitted Uses This section of the Plan discusses the general principles from which future permitted uses are derived. It is the intent of the Plan to allow the continuation of existing uses in the manner set out in the Land Development Code. The regulations controlling permitted uses are set forth in the Land Development Code. The Land Development Code may permit certain conditional uses in various ecological zones, which uses are not specified herein, provided such uses are of a type and intensity consistent with the intent and purpose of the Plan, and provided such uses are limited and controlled by performance standards sufficient to accomplish the objectives of the Plan. Provisions of the Plan

1. Residential uses are prohibited in Preservation Districts (The Gulf Beach and Bay Beach Ecological Zones) and in the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Conservation District. In addition to conservation use, passive recreation is permitted in these Districts. In clarification of activities that constitute or that are compatible with passive recreation uses, the City prohibits horseback riding on the beach.

Lawfully existing residential uses located in the Gulf Beach Zone are permitted to continue that use and to build-back that structure and reestablish the residential use, if the structure is substantially damaged by a natural disaster, subject to the criteria in the Land Development Code.

Lawfully existing accessory swimming pools and accessory structures are permitted to be redeveloped in the Gulf Beach Zone, subject to the criteria in the Land Development Code.

2. Continue to restrict permitted uses in certain

residential areas to single family residential structures. 3. Prohibit accessory uses that will significantly

increase the intensity of the permitted use. 4. Restrict accessory uses that will have a

deleterious effect on the carrying capacity of the beach.

5. Prohibit timeshare dwelling units, including

fractional ownership, outside the Resort Housing District.

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. . . Provisions of the Plan (for Development Intensity)

1. Residential density computations are based on the assumption that dwelling units will have an average occupancy of 2.2 persons per unit. To the extent that dwelling units are of a type or size that will increase the average occupancy rate, the permissible number of units may vary from the number shown on the Development Intensity Map in a manner to be determined by implementing development regulations in the Land Development Code.

2. By such implementing development regulations,

the City Council may also permit residential densities in excess of those shown on the Development Intensity Map as incentives to the provision of below market rate housing.

3. Through implementing ordinances, to be

incorporated into the Land Development Code, the City Council may also permit development of lands in excess of the residential densities shown on the Development Intensity Map in order to recognize vested rights and constitutional limitations with respect to lands individually owned prior to adoption of the initial Sanibel Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

4. To maintain the stock of short-term occupancy units in the City, existing hotels, motels and resort condominiums that are rehabilitated or redeveloped in accordance with the Sanibel Plan and Land Development Code are allowed to maintain up to their lawfully existing number of dwelling units provided that redeveloped resort accommodations continue the short-term occupancy use of the prior development. During this planning period, the City will pursue a Redevelopment Planning Work Program that will evaluate how redevelopment following a natural disaster or modernization of existing nonconforming properties can occur within the framework of the Sanibel Plan. There is a need to identify strategies to address redevelopment that balance property rights with environmental, public safety and community welfare considerations.

5. Lawfully existing dwelling units that are

substantially damaged by a natural disaster are allowed to build-back.

65. The plan for controlling the intensity of commercial . . .

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. . . Commercial Development . . . Resort Housing . . . Except for the construction of 12 whole-ownership units in an existing timeshare development, there have been no resort units built since the mid-1980s. Although additional resort development is not anticipated, the City’s Redevelopment Planning Work Program will analyzed existing conditions and trends associated with the maintenance and improvement of resort properties. There is a need to allow for the reconstruction or rehabilitation of aging buildings in the Resort Housing District, to improve building safety, provide opportunities for the upgrading of resort accommodations and to encourage the retention of short-term rental units. The City has taken needs to consider steps to retain existing dwelling units in motels, hotels and inns so that when build-back or redevelopment occurs on these properties, the properties are redeveloped as motels, hotels and inns. It is in the interest of both residents and the business community to maintain a block of accommodations available for short-term occupancy.

Visitors using these accommodations provide customers for businesses and potential buyers for realtors and home sellers. A motel, hotel or resort complex can build-back the existing number of units if the buildings are substantially damaged by a natural disaster. Perhaps A motel, hotel or resort complex is also should be allowed, with appropriate restrictions contained in the Land Development Code, to redevelop up to the existing number of units, if the number of units exceeds that allowed by the Development Intensity Map. . . .

Planning Commission Meeting: December 13, 2011 Planning Commission Agenda Item: No. 8 Application Number 11-6348SP Applicant Name: City of Sanibel

Consideration of an Ordinance amending the Sanibel Plan:

By amending Section 3.5.1 Capital Improvements Goals, Objectives and

Policies and Section 3.5.2 Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation, to

update the Capital Improvements Element including the adopted Five-Year

Schedule of Capital Improvements; and

By amending Section 3.2.1 Coastal Zone Protection Goals, Objectives and

Policies, to amend Policy 3.1 to allow existing accessory swimming pools and

other accessory structures to be redeveloped in the Gulf Beach Zone portion

of the Resort Housing District; and

By amending Section 3.6.2 Future Land Use,

Land use projections, to identify the steps taken to address non-

conforming densities in building-back from substantial damage

caused by a natural disaster and redeveloping resort housing units in

the Resort Housing District; and

Provisions of the Plan for Permitted Uses, to clarify that continued use of

residential structures is permitted in the Gulf Beach Zone and to state

that redevelopment of existing accessory swimming pools and

accessory structures located in the Gulf Beach Zone portion of the

Resort Housing District is permitted; and

Provisions of the Plan for Development Intensity, to include provisions

for building–back lawfully existing dwelling units substantially damaged

by a natural disaster and redeveloping lawfully existing dwelling units in

the Resort Housing District; and

Resort housing, to summarize the steps taken to retain motels, hotels

and resort condominiums when redevelopment occurs; and

City of Sanibel

Planning Department

STAFF REPORT

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Providing for Codification; Providing for Conflict and Severance; and Providing

an Effective Date.

Submitted by the City of Sanibel. Application no. 11-6348SP.

ISSUES

To update the adopted Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements as part of

the required annual review and update of the Capital Improvements Element of

the Plan.

To reflect the strategies used to address non-conforming densities for building-

back dwelling units substantially damaged by a natural disaster and

redeveloping dwelling units in the Resort Housing District, and

To allows the redevelopment of existing accessory swimming pools and other

accessory structures in the Gulf Beach Zone portion of the Resort Housing District.

BACKGROUND

The Sanibel Plan requires an annual update of the Capital Improvements

Element. This annual update had been required by Florida Statutes, but that

requirement was recently removed from Statutes.

Included as part of this required Plan Amendment are amendments to:

allow redevelopment of existing accessory swimming pools and other

accessory structures in the Gulf Beach Zone portion of the Resort Housing

District, and

reflect the strategies used to address non-conforming densities for building-

back dwelling units substantially damaged by a natural disaster and

redeveloping dwelling units in the Resort Housing District.

PROPOSAL

A copy of the draft Plan Amendment prepared by the Planning Department is

provided with this staff report.

Exhibit “A” contains the updated background discussion and

amendments to policy, consistent with Florida Statutes, for Section 3.5.1

Capital Improvements Goals, Objectives and Policies and the updated

Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements for Section 3.5.2

Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation.


Exhibit “B” contains an amendment to Policy 3.1 in Section 3.2.1 Coastal

Zone Protection Goals, Objectives and Policies to allow existing accessory

swimming pools and other accessory structures to be redeveloped in the

Gulf Beach Zone portion of the Resort Housing District.

Exhibit “C” contains amendments to 3.6.2 Future Land Use Goals,

Objectives and Policies of the Sanibel Plan that:

identify the steps taken to address non-conforming densities in

building-back from damage caused by a natural disaster and

redeveloping resort housing units located in the Resort Housing

District in the Future Land Use Projections; and

clarify that continued use of existing residential structures is

permitted in the Gulf Beach Zone and to state that redevelopment

of existing accessory swimming pools and other accessory

structures located in the Gulf Beach Zone portion of the Resort

Housing District is permitted in the Provisions of the Plan for

Permitted Uses; and

reflect the City’s land development regulations that

accommodate non-conforming densities when building-back the

existing number of units if substantially damaged by a natural

disaster and redeveloping up to the existing number of units in the

Resort Housing District, provided that the resort use of the property

is retained in the Provisions of the Plan for Development Intensity;

and

summarize the steps taken to retain motels, hotels and resort

condominiums when redevelopment occurs in the Resort Housing

District.

ANALYSIS

This Amendment to the Sanibel Plan contains an update to the Capital

Improvements Element. This required annual update and Plan Amendment has

been required by State Statute, but the requirement was removed by the 2011

“Community Planning Act”.

This Plan Amendment removes that requirement for an annual update of the

Capital Improvements Element, but retains the requirement (still imposed by the

State) for an annual review of the Capital Improvements Element. The annual


review can update the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements by

ordinance, not necessitating an annual Plan Amendment.

The 2011 “Community Planning Act” also eliminated the procedure that allowed

the amended update of the Capital Improvements Element to be submitted to

the Florida Department of Community Affairs after adoption. Since this Plan

Amendment must be transmitted for review prior to adoption, other

amendments were included as part of this Plan Amendment to ensure that there

is internal consistency in the Sanibel Plan and that the Plan reflects the

implementation of the City’s “Build-back” policy and Redevelopment Program

for the Resort Housing District.

The balance of the Plan Amendment:

addresses an issue raised in the Redevelopment study concerning

replacement of accessory structures in the Gulf Beach Zone; and

reflects the adoption of land use regulations that address building-

back dwelling units substantially damaged in a natural disaster

and redeveloping dwelling units in the Resort Housing District.

PROCEDURE

Section 5.4.4 of the Sanibel Plan contains the following standards for amending

the Plan.

The following criteria are to be considered, where appropriate, and whether

and to what extent the proposed amendment:

a. is consistent with the City Charter;

b. will preserve and enhance present advantages;

c. will encourage the most appropriate use of land, water and resources

consistent with the public interest;

d. will overcome present handicaps;

e. will deal effectively with future problems that may result from the use

and development of land within the City.

f. will preserve, promote, protect and improve the public health, safety,

comfort, good order, appearance, convenience, law enforcement

and fire prevention, and general welfare;


g. will prevent the overcrowding of land and avoid undue

concentration of population;

h. will facilitate the adequate and efficient provision of transportation,

water, sewerage, schools, parks, recreational facilities, housing and

other requirements and services;

i. will conserve, develop, utilize and protect natural resources within the

City;

j. will protect human, environmental, social and economic resources;

k. will maintain through orderly growth and development the character

and stability of present and future land use and development; and

l. is consistent with the Vision Statement of the Plan.

SUMMARY

This Plan Amendment contains the 2011 annual review and update of the

Capital Improvements Element and the Five-Year Schedule of Capital

Improvements, as required by the Sanibel Plan but no longer required by State

Statute; and

The Capital Improvements element of the Sanibel Plan concludes that there

continues to be no capital improvements necessary to attain or maintain the

required Level of Service Standards for public facilities, including Public School

Facilities, established in the Sanibel Plan.

The City intends to further evaluate the Capital Improvements Elements as part

of the 2011/12 Evaluation and Appraisal of the Sanibel Plan, including a

comprehensive assessment of the Human Support Systems (Public Facilities)

Elements of the Plan.

To ensure that there is internal consistency of in the Sanibel Plan, this Plan

Amendment also contains revisions that reflect the implementation of the City’s

Redevelopment Program for the Resort Housing District.

RECOMMENDATION

The Planning Department supports the proposed amendment and recommends

its approval.

ATTACHMENT

Copy of draft ordinance w/ Exhibits “A”, “B” and “C”

CITY OF SANIBEL

RESOLUTION 12-009 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING TRANSMITTAL TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA LAND PLANNING AGENCY A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE SANIBEL PLAN, TO WIT:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SANIBEL PLAN:

BY AMENDING SECTION 3.5.1 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES AND SECTION 3.5.2 IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING AND EVALUATION, TO UPDATE THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT INCLUDING THE ADOPTED FIVE-YEAR SCHEDULE OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS; AND

BY AMENDING SECTION 3.2.1 COASTAL ZONE PROTECTION GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES, TO AMEND POLICY 3.1 TO ALLOW EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND OTHER ACCESSORY STRUCTURES TO BE REDEVELOPED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE PORTION OF THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND


LAND USE PROJECTIONS, TO IDENTIFY THE STEPS TAKEN TO ADDRESS NON-CONFORMING DENSITIES IN BUILDING-BACK FROM SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY A NATURAL DISASTER AND REDEVELOPING RESORT HOUSING UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

PROVISIONS OF THE PLAN FOR PERMITTED USES, TO CLARIFY THAT CONTINUED USE OF RESIDENTAIL STRUCTURES IS PERMITTED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE AND TO STATE THAT REDEVELOPMENT OF EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES LOCATED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE PORTION OF THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT IS PERMITTED; AND

PROVISIONS OF THE PLAN FOR DEVELOPMENT INTENSITY, TO INCLUDE PROVISIONS FOR BUILDING–BACK LAWFULLY EXISTING DWELLING UNITS SUBSTANTIALLY DAMAGED BY A NATURAL DISASTER AND REDEVELOPING LAWFULLY EXISTING DWELLING UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

1 Res. 12-009

RESORT HOUSING, TO SUMMARIZE THE STEPS TAKEN TO RETAIN MOTELS, HOTELS AND RESORT CONDOMINIUMS WHEN REDEVELOPMENT OCCURS; AND

PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Submitted by the City of Sanibel. Application No. 11-6348SP.

ALONG WITH COPIES OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR REVIEW, AS REQUIRED BY STATE STATUTE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

WHEREAS, the City of Sanibel has adopted a Comprehensive Land Use Plan, the

Sanibel Plan, pursuant to Florida law; and

WHEREAS, Florida Statutes provide a procedure for adoption of amendments to

comprehensive plans; and

WHEREAS, the Sanibel Plan provides a procedure for amending the Sanibel Plan;

and

WHEREAS, the Sanibel Plan is proposed to be amended by an ordinance (no. 12-

001), a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference; and

WHEREAS, Florida Statutes require submittal of the proposed Plan Amendment to

the State Land Planning Agency (the Florida Department of Community Affairs), to review

for objections, recommendations and comments.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of

Sanibel, Lee County, Florida:

Section 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to forward copies of

the ordinance attached hereto, the proposed Amendment to the Sanibel Plan, to the State

Land Planning Agency (the Florida Department of Community Affairs), to the Southwest

Florida Regional Planning Council, to the Florida Department of Education, to the South

Florida Water Management District, to the Florida Department of Transportation, District

One, to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, to the Florida Department of

State, to the Lee County Department of Community Development, to the Lee County School

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District and to the municipalities within Lee County for review, as required by Florida law

and rule, along with copies of the required supporting documents.

Section 2. Effective Date.

This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel, Florida,

this ____ day of _____________, 2012.

AUTHENTICATION:

____________________________ _______________________


APPROVED AS TO FORM: _________________________ ____________________



Ruane _____

Denham _____

Congress _____

Harrity _____

Jennings _____

Date filed with the City Clerk: ______________________

3 Res. 12-009

CITY OF SANIBEL

RESOLUTION 12-008 A RESOLUTION ELECTING TO CONDUCT A SECOND PUBLIC (ADOPTION) HEARING PRIOR TO 5:00 PM ON A PROPOSED ORDINANCE THAT AMENDS THE SANIBEL PLAN; SETTING A TIME AND DATE FOR THE SECOND PUBLIC (ADOPTION) HEARING FOR THE SANIBEL PLAN AMENDMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, the City Council is considering a proposed ordinance to amend the Sanibel Plan, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SANIBEL PLAN:

BY AMENDING SECTION 3.5.1 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES AND SECTION 3.5.2 IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING AND EVALUATION, TO UPDATE THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT INCLUDING THE ADOPTED FIVE-YEAR SCHEDULE OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS; AND

BY AMENDING SECTION 3.2.1 COASTAL ZONE PROTECTION GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES, TO AMEND POLICY 3.1 TO ALLOW EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND OTHER ACCESSORY STRUCTURES TO BE REDEVELOPED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE PORTION OF THE RESORT HOUSING DISTIRCT; AND


LAND USE PROJECTIONS, TO IDENTIFY THE STEPS TAKEN TO ADDRESS NON-CONFORMING DENSITIES IN BUILDING-BACK FROM SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY A NATURAL DISASTER AND REDEVELOPING RESORT HOUSING UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

PROVISIONS OF THE PLAN FOR PERMITTED USES, TO CLARIFY THAT CONTINUED USE OF EXISTING RESIDENTAIL STRUCTURES IS PERMITTED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE AND TO STATE THAT REDEVELOPMENT OF EXISTING ACCESSORY SWIMMING POOLS AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES LOCATED IN THE GULF BEACH ZONE PORTION OF THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT IS PERMITTED; AND

PROVISIONS OF THE PLAN FOR DEVELOPMENT INTENSITY, TO INCLUDE PROVISIONS FOR BUILDING–BACK LAWFULLY EXISTING DWELLING UNITS SUBSTANTIALLY DAMAGED BY A NATURAL DISASTER AND REDEVELOPING LAWFULLY EXISTING DWELLING UNITS IN THE RESORT HOUSING DISTRICT; AND

RESORT HOUSING, TO SUMMARIZE THE STEPS TAKEN TO RETAIN MOTELS, HOTELS AND RESORT CONDOMINIUMS WHEN REDEVEL-OPMENT OCCURS; AND

Res. 12-008

PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Submitted by the City of Sanibel. Application No. 11-6348SP; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 166.041(3)(c)2.a., Florida Statutes, the City Council may, by majority plus one, elect to conduct the required public hearing at a time other than after 5:00 PM on a weekday; and

WHEREAS, the Council wishes to conduct the public hearing for the adoption of this Plan Amendment ordinance prior to 5:00 PM on a weekday. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sanibel: SECTION 1. The City Council hereby elects to conduct both required public hearings for said ordinance prior to 5:00 PM on weekdays; and SECTION 2. The date and time for the second reading and adoption hearing on the ordinance shall be, set following receipt of comments from the Florida Department of Community Affairs and, advertised according to law.

SECTION 3. Effective Date. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel, Florida, this 3rd day of January, 2012. AUTHENTICATION: _____________________________ ________________________________ Kevin Ruane, Mayor Pamela Smith, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: _______________________________ ______________ Kenneth B. Cuyler, City Attorney Date

2 Res. 12-008

3 Res. 12-008


Ruane _____

Denham _____

Congress _____

Harrity _____

Jennings _____


Sanibel City Council Regular Meeting 1

November 01, 2011


TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 01, 2011

Mayor Ruane called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

Councilman Congress gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Members present: Mayor Ruane, Vice Mayor Denham, Councilman Congress, Councilman Harrity and

Councilman Jennings.

PRESENTATION (S)

Recognition of the Employee of the Quarter, 4th

Quarter, fiscal year 2010-2011 Mayor Ruane recognized Kyle Hed as the Employee of the 3

rd Quarter.

Proclamation honoring Melina Eskew upon her 100th

Birthday Mayor Ruane read the proclamation and presented it to Mrs. Eskew.

Trish Dorn, Key Account Executive Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) update on

electrical services Diana Gillman and Trevor Sacks gave a brief PowerPoint presentation.

New way to prune trees without weakening the tree

Cost if exceptions made to tree trimming

Trees trimmed for safety

Maintenance cycle for 2 and 3 phase lines

Educational tips regarding what trees to plant near electrical lines

Outage data

o 175 tree related outages = 268 hours

o 35% tree related outages

o 30% of hours of outage tree related

Cost to trim 2005 to 2010 = $483,000

Bids out for 3-phase = $265,000

Ms. Zimomra spoke to the request to address Council was for power outages not a new tree trimming practice.

She asked for staff to meet with LCEC representatives regarding their new tree trimming practice. She asked

LCEC representatives to explain the other 65% of power outages.

LCEC representatives were unable to answer the request.

Public Comment

Paul Reynolds spoke to his disappointment in the service received from LCEC.

Karen Storjohann spoke to having eureka palms cut down to 12 feet would not allow them to survive.

Jack Luft asked if power lines could be put underground.

Herb Rubin spoke to replacing trees at a high cost and could residents be partly compensated?

Discussion ensued regarding planting trees that do not grow past 12 feet and Ms. Zimomra spoke to staff meeting

with LCEC.


November 01, 2011

Legislative Update from Van Poole, Dutko McKinley Poole the City’s Governmental

Affairs consultant Van Poole and Fred Dickinson spoke to the following:

Numerous cities close to bankruptcy due to poor management

Re-districting and reapportionment legislative session early

Election and re-elections with new boundaries

Facing $2 billion shortfall

Water Quality issues returning

Fertilizer bill returning

Stormwater/reclaimed issue may come to fruition

Numeric nutrient lawsuit ongoing

Pension reform

Business License Tax receipts

Red Lights

Growth management

Discussion ensued regarding water quality tied in to the economy.

Staff presentation regarding progress in water quality improvement efforts pertaining to

City Council goals Mr. James Evans, Biologist gave a brief PowerPoint presentation.

Discussion ensued regarding water quality challenges; 1) high/low flow from Lake Okeechobee; and 2) work that

could be done as a community to appraise and stop the inhabitation of home rule through legislators, re-routing

Kissimmee River flow, efforts made for additional water storage. Mr. Evans spoke to distributing water storage in

a large area in less than one foot or more, temporary storage program, land owners get paid for using their land

for water storage, 26,800 purchased acres for water storage and potential to acquire anther 150,000 acres if

economy turns around, the November 08, 2011 Lee County Delegation meeting, legislators removing tools if vote

to allow pre-emption, should be concerned on Southwest Florida water quality, citizens make the difference, and

Representative Trudi Williams change her vote last year and believe it was due to citizenry involvement.

Planning Commission Report 86-43 Chairman Mike Valiquette gave the following report:

Request for ordinance change

BMRH subcommittee report accepted

Discussions regarding Planning Department work schedule

Homeowner notification within the adopted redevelopment ordinance

Discussion ensued regarding Council going through goals in priority order and encourage the Planning

Commission need to be on the same page and staff to bring back the legislative history regarding the adoption of

the redevelopment ordinance.

Public Comments

Jack Luft spoke to appearing in behalf of Sanibel high school students requesting

permission to hold a student car wash at the Bank of the Islands. He further spoke to a product placed on the dais

and the chemical analysis that was environmental friendly and safe to drink.

Chris Hiedrick spoke to in favor of the requested car wash.

Discussion ensued regarding approving the car wash; want to hear from Dr. Loflin, Dr. Loflin noted the following

Policy in place by staff and approved by Council


November 01, 2011

Purpose was to protect the Sanibel River basin

o Water Quality issue

o State designation as impaired

o Would cost community to retrofit the river

o Car washing not about the soap and soap removes organics and other debris from vehicle

o Small dirty water volume no question

o Large amounts of dirty water increases the nutrient load in the water

o Sanibel school a better site due to retention area and does not go directly to a water body

Discussion continued that there was no basis for a decision without background and knowledge, positive affect

when students work together, Council should be reasonable, and Council asked Mr. Neal’s opinion.

Dr. Bruce Neal noted that there was a component in all detergents, water quality sources come from on/off island,

need quantitative analysis of detergent and need to do car wash in Ft. Myers since students go to a Ft. Myers

school, sump pump was a great alternative and negative water quality impacts.

Mike Valiquette spoke to PURRE focusing efforts locally, spoke to Gates Castle, Public Works Director

convinced him that the grass planted in private/public swells help to filter water. He also spoke to including a hay

bale and silk barrier so nutrients were absorbed to protect water quality when doing construction

Discussion continued to consider allowing this event with necessary hay bales and silt fencing in place, Dr. Loflin

stated that if drains were completely block the area would be flooded, he further stated that hay bales were a

perceivable answer with a partial reduction, use to study the effect the cleaning product had on the Sanibel River,

issue was to move forward, should have contacted Council in advance and need to know long term

implementation.

Vice Mayor Denham moved, seconded by Councilman Congress, to not amend the policy, but to make an

exception for the requested event and provide the necessary protection mentioned and any other protected

measure noted by the Natural Resources Director.

Ms. Zimomra asked for clarification to install hay bales, silt fencing and anything required by staff.

Vice Mayor Denham noted that it would be at the cost of the applicant.

Discussion ensued regarding rules and regulations and they are what they are, alternative location was the Sanibel

School, Mr. Luft noted that no one comes to the school car wash unless there was another event, going against

City staff recommendation, precedent set if allowed, Ms. Luft spoke to the need to generate a factual analysis,

unfortunately there was a policy.

The motion carried with Councilman Harrity voting in opposition.

Ms. Zimomra clarified that it was the applicant’s responsibility to provide and set-up hay bales and silt fencing

and staff would be performing testing on the day of the car wash.

Karen Storjohann spoke about a problem with Century Link service and modem purchased through Comcast, if it

breaks, then there was a cost of $5 per month must wait all day for service.

Ms. Zimomra noted that several years ago the State deregulated franchise agreements.

Dr. Bruce Neal spoke to President of START and would help retail establishments on sustainable seafood. He

spoke to the money generated through crackerfest.

Council Comments Councilman Harrity spoke to making decisions as an elected official.

Vice Mayor Denham spoke positively to the 100th

Birthday of Milena Eskew.


November 01, 2011

Mayor Ruane spoke to his involvement as a resident before being elected. He further spoke to embracing public

input.

Councilman Jennings spoke to resort casinos and money leaving the community due to same. .

Reading of an ordinance and scheduling of public hearing

ORDINANCE 11-009 AMENDING THE SANIBEL CODE OF ORDINANCES,

SUBPART A, FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION, CHAPTER 34 - FIRE

CONTROL DISTRICT, ARTICLES II THROUGH V, SECTIONS 34-31 THROUGH

34-111; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; PROVIDING FOR

CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Ms. Zimomra read the title of Ordinance 11-009.

City Council set the second reading and public hearing on Tuesday, December 06, 2011 at 9:15 a.m.

Second Reading and Public Hearing

RESOLUTION 11-094 APPROVING A LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY

OF SANIBEL AND THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE Ms. Zimomra read the title of Resolution 11-094.

Councilman moved, seconded by Vice Mayor Denham, to adopt Resolution 11-097.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried.

ORDINANCE 11-010 OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA, AMENDING

CHAPTER 50 PERSONNEL, ARTICLE III, POLICE OFFICERS’ RETIREMENT,

DIVISION 2 PENSION PLAN, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF

SANIBEL; AMENDING SECTION 50-220, AVERAGE FINAL COMPENSATION;

SECTION 50 254, VESTING SCHEDULES; SECTION 355, CALCULATION OF

BENEFIT AMOUNT; AND SECTION 50-443, CITY CONTRIBUTIONS; PROVIDING

FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR

CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Ms. Zimomra read the title of Ordinance 11-010.

Vice Mayor Denham moved, seconded by Councilman Harrity, to adopt Ordinance 11-010.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried.

ORDINANCE 11-011 OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 50 PERSONNEL, ARTICLE IV, GENERAL EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT PLAN, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL; AMENDING SECTION 50-476, DEFINITIONS; AMENDING SECTION 50-477, PARTICIPATION; AND AMENDING SECTION 50-479, RETIREMENT DATES AND BENEFITS, OF THE TERMS OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL GENERAL EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT PLAN; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY OF PROVISIONS; REPEALING ALL


November 01, 2011

ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Ms. Zimomra read the title of Ordinance 11-011.

Mayor Ruane moved, seconded by Councilman Congress, to adopt Ordinance 11-011.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried

CONSENT AGENDA Council and staff pulled items (d) and (m) for discussion.

e. RESOLUTION 11-093 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO.

2012-003 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To budget and appropriate $10,000

from the Sanibel-Captiva Kiwanis for after school program financial assistance. This amendment increases

the FY12 budget by $10,000)

f. RESOLUTION 11-101 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DISPOSE OF

OBSOLETE OR SURPLUS FIXED ASSETS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE

DATE (Police Department vehicles)

g. RESOLUTION 11-095 ACCEPTING A PERPETUAL UTILITY EASEMENT AND

BILL OF SALE FOR AN EXISTING SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM AND LIFT

STATION LOCATED AT 2721 WEST GULF DRIVE AND 2737 WEST GULF

DRIVE FROM KING’S CROWN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. AND

SAND POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. RESPECTIVELY;

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO RECORD SAME IN THE OFFICIAL

RECORDS OF LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE

DATE

h. RESOLUTION 11-096 ACCEPTING WASTEWATER COLLECTION AND

TRANSMISSION SYSTEM EASEMENT FROM SANIBEL PROPERTY OWNERS

FOR THE SANIBEL SEWER SYSTEM EXPANSION PROJECT, PHASE 4;

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO RECORD SAME IN THE OFFICIAL

RECORDS OF LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE

DATE

i. RESOLUTION 11-097 REORGANIZING THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT;

AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND PAY SCHEDULE FOR

FISCAL YEAR 2011-2012 ADOPTED ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2011; ADOPTING

NEW AND RE-DESCRIBED JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR THE RECREATION

DEPARTMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE

j. RESOLUTION 11-098 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO.

2011-044 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Final budget amendment for FY11 to

amend revenue to actual, amend expenditures as needed and close special project and capital project funds.

This budget amendment increase the FY2011 budget and FY2011 revenues by $1,923,432, expenditures are

increased by $236,272, ending fund balances are increased by $1,692,090, and fund transfers in and transfers

out are increased by $73,701. Revenue increases in the general fund were $438,231; transportation fund


November 01, 2011

$297,612; SW Florida Community Foundation fund $1,005; Historical committee fund $1,729, Brazilian

pepper fund $895, road impact fee fund $97,724; parks impact fee fund $10,728; federal forfeiture fund $16;

Father Madden fund $361; Shell Harbor dredging $1,809; Sanibel Estates canal trimming $323; Water

Shadows dredging $352; building dept. fund $232,410; recreation center fund $196,674; ball field

maintenance fund $359; debt service funds $14,612; capital projects funds $42,374; sewer fund $181,532 and

beach parking $406,968. Expenditures were increased in the general fund by $115,595; transportation fund by

$10,236; other special revenue funds $19,982; sewer fund $61,765 and beach parking fund $28,694: 1)

Transfers: the following funds were closed out into the general fund. SW Florida Community Foundation

fund $709, Brazilian pepper fund $2,640; Shell Harbor dredging fund $16,015; algae research fund $3,511;

Dixie Beach fund $16,799 and the Periwinkle landscaping fund $34,027)

k. RESOLUTION 11-099 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO.

2012-004 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Final taxable property value were

$45,480,930 less than July 1 preliminary values. Decrease ad valorem operating and debt service tax

revenue, allowance or under collection and ending fund balance accordingly. This amendment decreases the

FY12 budget by $114,885)

l. RESOLUTION 11-103 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO.

2012-005 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To roll-forward unspent FY11 funds

for the following projects in the following amounts: 1) general fund: $7,950 previously to develop custom

interactive map functionality for web; 2) transportation fund: $3,600 previously allocated for facilities design

work; $72,086 previously allocated for shared-use path widenings; $38,574 previously allocated for shared-

use path repairs; $650,432 previously allocated for street resurfacing; $16,997 previously allocated for the

San-Cap shared-use path extension; 3) transportation capital project fund: $39,840 previously allocated for

the Lindgren box culvert replacement; $67,610 previously allocated for the Dunlop-Wooster shared-use path;

4) sewer fund: $7,780 previously allocated for manhole repairs; $8,300 previously allocated for sewer system

evaluation work and $83,779 previously allocated for a crane truck; 5) beach parking fund $50,820

previously allocated for Lighthouse restroom construction and $8,840 previously allocated for Bowman’s

beach restroom construction. This amendment does not increase or decrease the FY12 budget) Ms. Zimomra read the titles of Resolutions 11-093, 11-101, 11-095, 11-096, 11-097, 11-098, 11-099, 11-103 and

11-102.

Vice Mayor Denham moved, seconded by Councilman Harrity, to adopt the above-mentioned legislation.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried.

a. Approval of minutes – September 10, 2011 First Budget Hearing, September 10, 2011

Regular Meeting, September 20, 2011 Regular Meeting, September 20, 2011 Final Budget

Hearing and October 04, 2011 Regular Meeting

b. Approve Professional Services Agreement with Johnson Engineering, Inc. for NPDES-

related work, and authorize the City Manager to execute same (the agreement amount is $70,950

and is included in the adopted FY 11/12 budget. The budget amendment does not increase/decrease the

FY112 budget))

c. Approve a one-year renewal of the City’s Disaster Debris Monitoring Services Agreements

with Neel-Schaffer, Inc., and O’Brien’s Response Management (formerly Solid Resources,

Inc) and authorize the City Manager to execute same (Neal Schaffer has agreed to a 10%

reduction. No not unless contracts are activated))


November 01, 2011

n. Approval of a grant from Tourism Development Council (TDC) for Sanibel Facility/Beach

Maintenance and authorize the City Manager to execute same (acceptance of this grant will

increase the FY11 budget by $898,000)

o. Request authorization from City Council to serve alcohol (beer & wine) at the Taste of the

Island Sunday, November 13th

located at Community Park, 2231 Periwinkle Way (this event

is sponsored by C.R.O.W.)

p. Approval of an Agreement and Revocable Shared Use Path Easement granted to the City

by Sanibel Community Association, Inc. to allow the City to construct a crushed shell

shared use path connecting the new Dunlop shared use path to the Big Arts/Herb Strauss

Theater property at 2200 Periwinkle Way

q. Approval of the use of the City Seal for the United Way Pacesetters Campaign

s. Approval of a 48-month lease of a Xerox WC 4250S copier on State of Florida contract for

the Center-4-Life, Recreation Department, that has print/copy/scan/fax/email capabilities at

a cost of $104.73 per month fixed rate, $0.0099 click charge resulting in a savings of

approximately $35 per month (This copier will replace an older model that does not have

print and scan capabilities. Funds are available in the FY 2011-2012 budget.)

t. Acknowledgement of receipt of the required petition and signatures requesting that an

assessment district be established for the paving of Nerita Street and directing that City

staff commence the required procedures to establish such paving assessment district Mayor Ruane moved, seconded by Councilman Jennings, to approve a, b, c, n, o, p, q, s and t.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried.

d. Request from the Children’s Education Center of the Island, Inc., for waiver of Special

Events fees for April 07, 2012 for the rental of Community Park and associated fees in the

amount of $1,040 (this event has been previously approved & is considered a grandfathered event. The

rental fees are the only fees waived in the past)

Ms. Zimomra stated the request was to waive $1,040 including those items that were a direct expense to the City.

John Yates spoke to the request to waive all fees. He also spoke to money generated helps children attend the

center

Discussion ensued regarding total cost being $1,040 and historically waived $475, staff rents the fence and school

representatives had installed fence, Ms. Zimomra stated the fee would be reduced by $200 by installing and

removing fence and the only fee was the application fee and other costs were direct costs.

Mayor Ruane moved, seconded by Vice Mayor Denham, to waive Community Park fee, school representatives

would install and remove fence with the total fees to be paid would be $365.

The motion carried


November 01, 2011

m. Approval of an extension of a contract between the City and Ken Pfalzer not to exceed

$24,000 (hourly rate in this agreement remains unchanged from the previous agreement)

Discussion ensued regarding the contract cost being $21,000 last year, Director Jordan noted that Mr. Pfalzer

worked on the resort housing redevelopment and remaining portion was to continue resort housing district study

outside the district, look at the commercial district residential and amendments to the plan associated with the

initial work study plan for the resort housing district and consistent with Council goals.

Vice Mayor Denham moved, seconded by Councilman Congress, to approve the contract.

Mayor Ruane announced that Council would be going in to Executive Session as stated below.

Council recessed at 12:00 p.m.

Convene an EXECUTIVE SESSION RELATING TO UNION NEGOTIATIONS

In attendance shall be only the following persons:

Mayor Kevin Ruane

Vice Mayor Mick Denham

Councilman Doug Congress

Councilman Marty Harrity

Councilman Jim Jennings

Sanibel City Manager Judie Zimomra

Sanibel City Attorney Kenneth B. Cuyler

Jim Isom, Director of Administrative Services

Wayne Helsby, Labor Counsel (Allen, Norton & Blue) (by phone)

Council went in to open session at 12:30 p.m.

Council recessed at 12:30 p.m.

Council reconvened at 12:45 p.m.

COMMITTEES, BOARDS, COMMISSION City Council Liaison to Planning Commission

November 08, 2011 Vice Mayor Denham Report 11/01/11 CC Meeting

November 22, 2011 Mayor Ruane CANCELED


December 27, 2011 Councilman Jennings CANCELED













November 01, 2011




Vice Mayor Denham noted that since he was attending the Lee County Delegation meeting, he would be

unavailable to attend the Planning Commission meeting as Council liaison. Councilman Harrity offered to cover

the November 08 Planning Commission meeting as liaison.

Ms. Zimomra noted that bolded dates were to advise that there was a report to be given.

RESOLUTION 11-100 APPOINTING A MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

OF THE GENERAL EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT PLAN; AND PROVIDING FOR

AN EFFECTIVE DATE Ms. Zimomra noted there were ballots due to two candidates.

Councilman Congress noted that Mr. McDonnell was more qualified and recommended him for the position..

Councilman Congress moved, seconded by Mayor Ruane, to appoint Richard McDonnell and adopt Resolution

11-100.

The motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS

Follow-up discussion regarding the area plan for Dunlop Road to Palm Ridge Road

including Periwinkle Way

Define the Area

Map/List of Land Ownership

As a City Council, “ What is Our Vision of a Town Square?”

Next Steps Discussion ensued regarding Council goals and Town Center was number 4 under redevelopment, concern of

what community wanted in past discussions, identify an area and prepare an outline, Knave property for sale and

other entity needs, entities ready to do renovations, SCA in a $3.5 million campaign, meet with stakeholders,

listen to ideas, Council not interested in using public dollars or take the lead, area identified as Periwinkle Way to

Dunlop Road to Wooster to Palm Ridge Road to Tarpon Bay Road to Periwinkle Way, staff listed property

owners, history of Town Center included the possibility of purchasing the Knave property, project scope should

be changed, should choose an area within the above-stated area, need cooperation of stakeholders that have a

desire to grow their area, private entities come up with a grand plan to work together, difficult connectivity to

walk from Bailey Center to Palm Ridge Road, make Palm Ridge Road area more attractive, create a consortium

and define ideas and plans to present to City Council, each organization would need to reach consensus within

itself, need stakeholder participation, need to take baby steps, stakeholders need to create the vision and

infrastructure needed to be talk out and put in place, Ms. Zimomra noted the process used to build the Recreation

Center by survey of community, community meeting of views for entire Recreation Master Plan, and Council

took components of Master Plan when funding was available.

Public Comment

Karen Storjohann suggested a land swap between City and SCA and parking problems.

Discussion ensued regarding the need for parking.

Larry Schopp spoke to opportunities of greater connectivity to surrounding land owners.

Claudia Burns spoke to Councilman Harrity representing Council and should involve more than stakeholders, but

the community. She further stated that the project failed previously due to increasing residential density.


November 01, 2011

Maureen Valiquette asked about the historical data Council requested at the October meeting and had it been

pulled? She further spoke to previous actions taken during the last discussions and encouraging more business on

Palm Ridge Road.

Ms. Zimomra noted that material was still being put together from City archives.

Larry Schopp spoke a second time regarding an outgrowth of the Wallace Todd report that mixed use was

approved and was not City-wide mailings. He also spoke to properties on Palm Ridge Road east could develop

with a variance.

Mike Valiquette also spoke to the survey showing the community wanted mixed use as shown in a survey done

by Wallace Todd.

Discussion ensued regarding Councilman Harrity meeting with B.I.G. (SCA) and Sanibel Community

Association, and City Manager providing additional information.

Status report from Community Housing Resources, Inc., (CHR) regarding measures

taken Councilman Congress spoke to the following:

Meet with Executive Director

Attended CHR Board meeting

Met with CHR President and City Attorney regarding Sunshine

Working on budget

Still have liquidity issues

How addressing liquidity issue

Creating a Board to carry forward

Discussion ensued regarding CHR performing a necessary function,

CITY MANAGER

Informational Items

Status report of Building/Planning fees review and 3rd

party fee collection

Ms. Zimomra noted that staff would recommend the focus continue on building. She

stated the building department had a decent balance. She also proposed pulling permits

for the last 24 months.

Discussion ensued regarding intent of Council to roll-back fees.

Ms. Zimomra spoke to giving high and lows of permits. She proposed pulling actual

permits over the last 24 months, if Council wanted further data staff could do for the

December meeting and included chart, recognize fees and impacts, and provide stimulus

to builders.

Building Department Monthly Revenue Report, September, 2011

Building Department Monthly Permit and Inspections, September, 2011

Planning Department Permit Activity Report, September, 2011

Planning Department Code Enforcement Activity Report, September, 2011

Grease Trap Report, October, 2011


November 01, 2011

Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Presented to City of

Sanibel, Florida for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year

Ended September 30, 2010, from the Governmental Finance Officers Association

(GFOA) AND Award of Financial Reporting Achievement to Sylvia A. Edwards, Finance

Director for FY2010 from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)

Ms. Zimomra noted the awards.

Sanibel Historical Museum & Village, Inc., Balance Sheet Previous Year Comparison as

of September 30, 2011 Ms. Zimomra noted the report. She also noted that she and Councilman Harrity had met with the president of the

Board regarding the Town Square matter.

Blind Pass Update and Timeline Ms. Zimomra asked Council to review. She further advised that she and Mayor Ruane would be attending a

meeting next week. She also spoke to the timeline for the CEPD/Lee County Interlocal agreement.

Discussion ensued regarding financial threat, renourishment issues, Sanibel to take care of Clam Bayou, which

had been done, Captiva suppose to give a certain amount of cubic yards of fill, looking for a contributions,

Sanibel a large donator to the Tourism Development Council, Mayor Ruane met with Commissioner Manning

and Mike Mullins, due to groin must provide sand, Dr. Loflin spoke to following the permitting process and

include offsets for the groin on Sanibel, puts road at risk if there was erosion to groin, take out groin if not willing

to offset t he damage then remove, ascertain that CEPD had satisfied the fill requirement and take credit for

deposits of fill before the agreement and next meeting at ‘Tween Waters.

Sanibel Treasury Investment Performance Report for the Period Ending September 30,

2011 prepared by Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc.

Integrity Fixed income Management, LLC Report of the City’s operating, reserves,

surplus and restricted funds as of September 30, 2011

Student Government Day, Friday, November 18, 2011 MacKenzie Hall 10:15 a.m. Ms. Zimomra reminded Council that November was November 18

th, during the Florida League of Cities

Conference.

Council requested that staff change the date.

CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mr. Cuyler spoke to the following:

Lawsuit filed regarding boat docks

FLC handling suit

Will advised if Shade session necessary

COUNCIL MEMBERS' REPORT

Appointment to the Regional Planning Council Executive Committees, Strategy team

and Sustainable Communities HUD Grant team Vice Mayor Denham spoke to his appointment

Lee County Legislation Delegation meeting Tuesday, November 08, 2011 and Issues of

concern to Sanibel Ms. Zimomra advised that a letter of request would be placed on delegation meeting agenda.


November 01, 2011

Vice Mayor Denham to address Water Quality, Fertilizer and Total Maximum Daily

Load (TMDL) relating to nutrients in waterways (note attached letter from James Evans,

to Eric Shaw, Environmental Manager, Florida DEP)

Letter to Lee County Legislative Delegation regarding proposed fertilizer bill Items for informational purposes.

PUBLIC COMMENT Barbara Cooley spoke to her concern at the length of public comment, rude comments and speaking to long.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 2:39 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by,

Pamela Smith, MMC

Sanibel City Clerk


DECEMBER 06, 2011

City Council held a greet and meet for Dan Delisi, Sanibel representative on the South Florida Water Manager

Board of Directors beginning at 8:15 a.m.

Mayor Ruane called the meeting to order at 9:03 a.m.

Mayor Ruane gave the Invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Members present: Mayor Ruane, Vice Mayor Denham, Councilman Congress, Councilman Harrity and

Councilman Jennings.

PRESENTATION(S) Employee of the Year

Mayor Ruane announced the Employee of the Year were the Police Department Traffic Aides as follows:

Craig Crouthamel

Jack Fenwick

John Hall

John Sherwood

Dan DeLisi, South Florida Water Management District member representing area which includes Sanibel

Mayor Ruane invited Mr. DeLisi to the podium.

Mr. DeLisi spoke to the following:

Strategy in approaching people

Working with James Evans, Natural Resources and Vice Mayor Denham

Water Management a regional issue

Funds to restore Lake Hipchochee , but identifying projects

Continued working to provide land for water storage

42% of budget for environmental restoration projects

Calooshatchee River Watershed Plan

Lower east coast water supply plan

Discussion ensued regarding Council encouraged by Mr. DeLisi’s thoughts and work, balance of water releases

east and west and Council thanked him for his attendance at the Council meeting.

Public Comment

Paul Reynolds spoke to 7 years of promises from the South Florida Water District to address water quality.

Commissioner Dr. Phillip Marks gave the Planning Commission Report of November 08, 2011 as follows:

Approved a resolution regarding bonus outdoor seating at Sanibel Marina, extension of restaurant hours

and additional advertising, proposed ordinance to go to Council

Approve a variance application to enclose a wooden deck and add a spiral staircase at 630 Lighthouse

Way

Ms. Zimomra introduced Mr. Steve DeBolt, a City Manager from North Carolina in transition.

Public Comments

Herb Rubin thanked the City for the new Dunlop Road bike path. He also show used florescent bulbs and

wondered if the City would re-institute Hazardous Waste Day. HE mentioned there was no solar panel on the

new City roof.

Rae Ann Wessell announced January 5th

, Everglades Coalition Conference in Stuart (Hutchinson Island) and

Tallahassee Lobby Days January 17 and 18, 2012 through the Everglades Foundation.

Ric Base, Chamber Director thanked Council for attending the November 29th

Chamber redevelopment workshop

and mentioned Luminary was a success. He thanked the City for their partnership during Luminary.

Dr. Harries spoke to increase of sewer by 3% and still a $31 million debt. He also spoke to the amount of the

debt that was due to residence out-standing assessments amounting to $9 million and/or 29% of debt.

Ed Seibert spoke to a October 9th

News Press article, the 2010 resolution adopted to request then Governor Crist

to hold a Special session to discuss oil.

Council Comments

Councilman Harrity thanked the Chamber for decorating the intersection at Causeway, Lindgren and Periwinkle

Way.

Vice Mayor Denham wished everyone a Happy Holiday. He also spoke to comments of how good the island

looks and a credit to staff. He further spoke to the Chamber re-development Chamber workshop and the principle

reason was to overcome the density issue in the resort housing district.

Councilman Jennings spoke to the 70th

anniversary of Pearl Harbor tomorrow, December 07, 2011. He also spoke

to the City placing an advertisement in the News Press due to the island no longer having a paper of record and

asked that an email be sent out advising the public of the reason. He also spoke to Student Government Day.

Ms. Zimomra noted that there was no on-island paper of record and asked of Council would allow the requested

email. Council agreed by consensus.

Discussion ensued regarding legal notices and a bill going forward regarding public notices.

Councilman Congress spoke to Student Government Day and staff involvement. He further spoke to ringing the

Salvation Bell at Baileys over the weekend.

Mayor Ruane wished everyone Happy Holidays. He further spoke to the enjoyment of Student Government Day.

Ms. Zimomra noted the last Hazardous Waste Day was 2007 and costs $25,000 and Council decided to

discontinue. She explained that Lee County operated a collection site 365 days a year at Page Field. She further

spoke to B.I.G. Arts paid for and installed the pavers with City Council approval.

First Reading of an ordinance and scheduling of public hearing

ORDINANCE 11-012 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 86-42 WHICH AMENDED THE

ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SANIBEL, DESIGNATED IN SECTION 126-242 OF

THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, AND CREATED A SPECIAL USE DISTRICT

FOR LOTS 42, 43, 57, 58, 59, 64, 65, 66, AND 67 OF SANIBEL ESTATES,

UNRECORDED UNIT NO. 4, IN SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 46 SOUTH, RANGE 23

EAST; SPECIFYING THE USES PERMITTED IN AND THE APPLICABLE

REGULATIONS FOR SUCH SPECIAL USE DISTRICT; DIRECTING THE CITY

MANAGER TO INDICATE SUCH AMENDMENT, WITH REFERENCE TO THIS

ORDINANCE TO THE ZONING MAP; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND

SEVERANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE ((Relating to the Sanibel Marina

property located at 643 Yachtsman Drive, Sanibel, and providing for revisions to the Special Use District for such

property including bonus outdoor seating at Grandma Dot’s Restaurant, extending restaurant hours to 8:00 p.m.

and deleting a limitation on restaurant advertisements.) Ms. Zimomra read the title of Ordinance 11-012.

City Council set the second reading and public hearing for January 03, 2012 ay 9:15 a. m.

Second Reading and Public Hearing

ORDINANCE 11-009 AMENDING THE SANIBEL CODE OF ORDINANCES,

SUBPART A, FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION, CHAPTER 34 - FIRE

CONTROL DISTRICT, ARTICLES II THROUGH V, SECTIONS 34-31 THROUGH

34-111; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERANCE; PROVIDING FOR

CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Ms. Zimomra read the title of Ordinance 11-009.

Mr. Cuyler stated that Ordinance 11-009 was to update the code. He added that the Sanibel Fire District had

reviewed the proposed ordinance.

Mr. Danny Duncan, Fire Chief spoke to his appreciation of the City Attorney working to bring the code up-to-

date.

Discussion ensued regarding the state having legislation that superseded the City’s fire code, therefore the need to

update Sanibel’s code.

Mayor Ruane moved, seconded by Vice Mayor Denham, to adopt Ordinance 11-009.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried.

CONSENT AGENDA Council pulled items (f) and (n) for discussion.

f. Request approval of a Special Events application to hold the Sanibel School Foundation

Car Raffle at the Bank of the Islands, 1740 Periwinkle Way and Farmers’ Market, and

various other locations from December 01, 2011 through March 26, 2012

n. Request from The United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades to locate temporary signage at the

Bank of the Islands, 1699 Periwinkle Way Councilman Congress spoke to his concern of visibility.

Ms. Zimomra suggested that Council require that there be no obstruction.

Discussion ensued regarding there being organizations on island that was supported by United Way sponsors on

island, Ms. Zimomra noted that F.I.S.H. was such an entity and the county-wide chairperson, Tom Uhler was in

the audience.

Mayor Ruane moved, seconded by Councilman Congress, approved

Public Comment

None

The motion carried.

a. RESOLUTION 11-104 ACCEPTING A PERPETUAL UTILITY EASEMENT, AND

BILL OF SALE AND AFFIDAVIT OF NO LIEN, FOR AN EXTENSION OF AN

EXISTING SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM LOCATED AT FULGUR STREET

AND MIDDLE GULF DRIVE FOR BEACHWALK OF SANIBEL F/K/A MIDDLE

GULF DRIVE 5 SUBDIVISION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

b. RESOLUTION 11-105 APPROVING A TREASURY MANAGEMENT MASTER

AGREEMENT WITH SUNTRUST BANK; AUTHORIZING THE CITY

MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY;

AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

c. RESOLUTION 11-106 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO.

2012-009 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To budget and appropriate $25,000

from the US Fish and Wildlife Service for restoration of the Sanibel Bayous package plant. A copy of

agreement FHAC00751 is attached. This amendment increases the FY12 budget by $25,000)

e. RESOLUTION 11-109 CONSENTING TO THE ASSIGNMENT OF RIGHTS AND

OBLIGATIONS FROM S.T. WOOTEN CORPORATION TO COMMUNITY

ASPHALT CORPORATION OF HIALEAH, FLORIDA, (RESULTING FROM

THE SALE OF S.T. WOOTEN CORPORATION TO COMMUNITY ASPHALT

CORPORATION OF HIALEAH, FLORIDA) WITH RESPECT TO THAT

CERTAIN CONTRACT MADE THE 19TH DAY OF JULY, 2011 BY AND

BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA AND S.T. WOOTEN

CORPORATION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

g. RESOLUTION 11-108 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO.

2012-008 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To transfer $27,000 from the General

Fund Reserve for Contingencies to the Legislative and Planning Departments for legal advertising in the

News Press. This amendment does not increase the FY12 budget)

l. RESOLUTION 11-111 APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO.

2012-010 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE (To carry forward $290,786 in FY11

grant funds and to change authorized positions by reducing part-time tradesworker from one to zero and

increasing full-time tradesworker from four to six. This amendment increases the FY12 budget by $290,786)

o. RESOLUTION 11-110 AMENDING THE CITY OF SANIBEL GOVERNMENTAL

MONEY PURCHASE PLAN AND TRUST AGREEMENT (401(a) PLAN), A

DEFINED CONTRIBUTION PLAN, WITH THE INTERNATIONAL CITY

MANAGERS ASSOCIATION - RETIREMENT CORPORATION (ICMA-RC) TO

COMPLY WITH INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE GUIDELINES AND TO

IMPLEMENT THE AGREEMENT WITH THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF

POLICE TO INCLUDE POLICE DISPATCHERS AS POTENTIAL

PARTICIPANTS; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE

NECESSARY (AMENDED) ADOPTION AGREEMENT; AND PROVIDING AN

EFFECTIVE DATE

q. RESOLUTION 11-112 DETERMINING THE REQUEST FOR AN

ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE AT IL CIELO, IL CIELO LLC, 1244

PERIWINKLE WAY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Ms. Zimomra read the above-mentioned resolutions.

Vice Mayor Denham moved, seconded by Councilman Harrity, to adopt Resolutions 11-004, 11-105, 11-106, 11-

109-, 11-108, 11-111, 11-110 and 11-112.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried

d. Approval to purchase of two new Police Department vehicles (Ford Taurus and Ford

Econo Van) on State contract to replace three obsolete and recently liquidated detective

and crime scene vehicles in the amount of $40,073.03 (These purchases are funded through the

Forfeiture fund. This does not increase or decrease the FY12 budget)

h. Request for 20 additional Special Events Permits for 2012 from Casa Ybel Resort, 2255

West Gulf Drive

i. Approval of a contract modification with Comcast Business Communications LLC to

upgrade the City's network connectivity (The cost is $13,300 for 10 months for an increase in the

current fiscal year of $13,300, which is budgeted and 3 additional years at $1,330 per month is $15,960 per

year. This contract is budgeted within the adopted FY12 budget. This does not increase the budget)

j. Request from the Sanibel-Captiva Audubon Society for approval of their 2012 Wildlife

Conservation Lecture Series to be held at the Sanibel Community House (SCA), 2173

Periwinkle Way, under one Special Event Permit beginning Thursday, January 5, 2012,

and continuing on 01/12/12, 01/19/12, 01/26/12, 02/2/12, 02/9/12, 02/16/12, and 02/23/12

k. Request by the Sanibel Community Church, 1740 Periwinkle Way for approval of 2

additional Special Events Permits; 1) December 16th

, 17th

, and 18th

, to hold the Drive by

Nativity; and 2) December 24th

for the Christmas Eve service contingent of final approval

of a traffic and parking plan

m. Approve Lanzo Lining Services, Inc. to rehabilitate four Gulf Pines sewer mains in the

amount of $46,880, based upon piggybacking on the City of Naples bid

p. Request for temporary signage at the Recreation Center, 3840 Sanibel Captiva Road New

Year’s Eve fundraising event, and December 31, 2011 Vice Mayor Denham moved, seconded by Councilman Congress, to approve the above Consent Agenda items.

Public Comment

Herb Rubin spoke to purchase of Police Department vehicles not satisfying gas efficiency.

The motion carried.

Ms. Zimomra stated that the last parking vehicles were purchased with gas efficiency in mind, but police pursuit

vehicles were purchased with the standard police package.

Council recessed the meeting at 10:13 a.m.

Council reconvened the meeting at 10:27 a.m.

COMMITTEES, BOARDS, COMMISSION City Council Liaison to Planning Commission


December 27, 2011 Councilman Jennings CANCELED















Annual report from the Planning Commission Below Market Rate Housing

Subcommittee Director Jimmy Jordan gave the following report:

CHR submitted report which covered goals and objectives of the 4th

year out of 5, including the

initiation and hiring of an executive director, revision of 5-year plan including strategy to resolve cash-

flow issues

Review Land Development Code for compliance in the Sanibel Plan

Compliance with Section 1.61, which was the housing element of the Sanibel Plan

No recommended amendments

Continue to implement 5-year plan

Continue to waive CHR development fees

CHR would continue it’s effort to revise and adopt appropriate landlord tenants and limited equity

ownership and pursue financial stability

OLD BUSINESS LSITEN

Status report regarding Community Housing Resources, Inc. (CHR) Councilman Congress spoke to the following:

Community Housing Resources (CHR) contract expires September 30, 2012

Adopted FY2012 budget

Contract to sell one property

Not able to adequately reserve funds

Adopted an attainable FY12 budget

Plan to improve revenue stream and operate at least at break even

Continue to have a $25,000 short fall each quarter

Closing a loan to refinance properties with Sanibel Captiva Community Bank

Troubling Board function and 3 members resigned in November due to issue with Executive Director

Former Board members would like the City to take over CHR

Discussion ensued regarding City giving financial support to CHR, potential to look for financial assistant,

misconception at the County level, need to change misconception, create objectives and milestones, right to set

conditions, need to measure improvement, ask staff to forward the CHR contract, need to re-tool the contract,

Council behind CHR , but needs to run properly, role of liaison was passive and may need to consider a list of

things to be accomplished to consider a new contract, was there a fall back plan, liaison met with City Manager

and City Attorney regarding a back-up plan and a good discussion with Francis Bailey.

Continued discussion regarding the area plan for Dunlop Road to Palm Ridge Road

including Periwinkle Way Councilman Harrity spoke to the following:

Met with first phase

Second phase appointments being made

Discussion ensued regarding Sanibel Community Association (SCA) patient and believes in the process, SCA had

plans beyond other organizations, people working together, information sent to Council, and Ms. Zimomra noted

the handout did include 2 attachments from COTI and SCA.

Continued discussion and history of Building and Planning Departmental fees Mayor Ruane spoke to the following:

Discussions during budget process to look at a way to help residents and businesses regarding fees

Ms. Zimomra passed out charts

Ms. Zimomra spoke to the following:

Not rolling back to have a significant dip thereby causing the need to increase fees

Discussion ensued regarding having a rolled-back to endure for a certain period of time, more flat line approach,

consider a 20% roll-back and review in 2 years, Ms. Zimomra spoke to staff recommending that planning be

bifurcated, recommendations leaving all fees the same with the exception 1) filing for a variance reduce; 2) code

interpretation and 3) retroactive permit for work completed by previous owner and burden on applicant to prove

work was done by previous owner no need to pay double, adoption of a motion directing staff, 1st reading in

February and 2nd

reading March, 2012 of a proposed ordinance, any impacts for one-time expenditures, necessary

that ordinance may go to Planning Commission, and Council could handle financial part of code.

Public Comment

Karen Storjohann spoke to her concern of expenditures and should calculate figures at 10 and 15%.

Claudia Burns ask consideration to apply a sliding scale based on the size of complex.

Discussion and direction to staff regarding a pilot program for temporary sidewalk sales

through May 01, 2012 Ms. Zimomra spoke to the following:

Strict sign ordinance

After Hurricane Charley temporary signage was provided

Temporary signage allowed for sidewalk sales

Temporary signs during season for retail with complaints from restaurants

Discussion ensued regarding limitation size of sign, Ms. Zimomra noted this relief was given by Council for

retail, but wanting to include restaurants, how many potential signs, most restaurants in strip centers with signage,

City Attorney advised Councilman Harrity not to vote due to conflict of interest since he owns a restaurant on

Sanibel, concern there would be an explosion of signs if approved, could number of signs be limited and each

retailer could have a sidewalk sale sign, but no roadside sign.

Public Comment

Paul Reynolds spoke to his business being anonymous from Periwinkle Way and nothing to do with City

regulations, but incompetent land owner. He suggested taking the existing sign and tag on temporary signs.

Ms. Zimomra stated the challenge was when there was a sign dispute with the landlord.

Director Jordan spoke to the following:

Restaurant in a center could have a sign at the door, but not at the street or hanging off railings

1 sign for each commercial area at street

12 square feet and 4 feet

No signage on the roadway

Discussion ensued regarding placement of signs, confusion signs would be on roadway, one sign per commercial

center, Mr. Jordan stated that actual sign would be at the roadway, but not in the right-of-way, one sign per

shopping center, proposal was for restaurants to have a gin at their door, Ms. Zimomra explained that in the past

Council approved one sign per commercial and this year restaurants that have retail sale would have a sign, have

difficulty with more road signage, temporary through May 1st, could evaluate after May 01 and no signage on the

road.

Public Comment

Claudia Burns spoke to proposing restaurant to advertise retail outside establishment and food was there primary

business. She further stated that it might be feasible for a retail store to serve donuts.

Discussion ensued regarding business tax receipt designates what could be sold and how many restaurants wanted

more signage, Mr. Jordan answered it was two businesses.

Karen Storjohann concerned not asking the right question. She further spoke to legitimate question of who was

open after Hurricane Charley and need to roll-back to where signage was pre-Hurricane Charley. She also spoke

to the need for requirements of signs being taken down when businesses close and putting new signs up when a

new business opens.

Ms. Zimomra noted that every year since 2008 staff request temporary signage during season. She further

explained that the new component would be for restaurants.

Councilman Congress moved, seconded by Mayor Ruane, to include restaurants to be able to participate in

sidewalk sales with a retail business during the season until May 01.

Motion carried with Vice Mayor Denham opposing and Councilman Harrity abstaining due to conflict of interest

as advised by the City Attorney.

The motion carried.

Status report regarding island car washes

Mayor Ruane stated that information was being gathered and would be on a future agenda.

CITY MANAGER

Informational Items

Causeway counts for September and October, 2011

Building Department Monthly Revenue Report for October, 2011

Building Department Monthly Permit and Inspections for October, 2011

Planning Department Permit Activity Report for October, 2011

Planning Department Code Enforcement Activity Report for October, 2011

Grease Trap Report November, 2011

Planning Commission terms ending January 09, 2012 The above items were for informational purposes.

Request by Horizon Council for funding $2,500 annual membership fee Councilman Harrity moved, seconded by Vice Mayor Denham, to allow Horizon participation.

Public Comment

None

The motion carried.

CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT LISTEN 1147 Mr. Cuyler mentioned that there was a motion to move the lawsuit to federal court and a motion to dismiss

several charges. He stated he would keep Council appraised to the progress.

COUNCIL MEMBERS' REPORT LISTEN 1148

Tourism Development Council (TDC)

Report of the Thursday, November 10, 2011

Potential economic impact of proposed Lee County casinos Mayor Ruane reported:

Water quality front and center

Clerk of Court regarding appropriate use of funds

Discussion of swim center

Concern regarding impact of proposed casinos

Appointed Vice Chair of FMIT Board and would be made chair at the December meeting

Attendance at the Wednesday, November 9, 2011 Captiva Erosion Control District

Mayor Ruane noted that staff, City Manager and he attended. He further noted that agreement

was followed by Sanibel, Blind Pass filling in and concern of funding, agreement with CEPD

and Lee County, City allocated $400,000 as per the Interlocal agreement, met with

Commissioner Manning and Mr. Mullins.

Discussion ensued regarding mobilization costs exorbitant, funding entity and Commissioner Manning informed

everyone that money would be found.

Water Issues

Status of South Florida Management Water District (SFWMD) appointments and letter

of support

Meeting with Senator Benaquisto regarding water quality issues

House Bill 421 (Urban Fertilizer Preemption) Vice Mayor Denham spoke to the following:

Meeting with Senator Benaquisto

Pre-emption of fertilizer was back before the legislature

Asked for help form Fred Dickinson and send letter when necessary

He also spoke to the pre-emption house bill was in committee

Senate bill in committee and trying to kill the bill in committee

Ric Base, Chamber Director wanted to send out a letter

Fishing club reached out to help

Regional Planning Council watch the bills

Seen no oil-drilling bill

Attendance to the Florida League of Cities Legislative Conference November 18th

and

19th

Vice Mayor Denham spoke to his attendance, along with Councilman Jennings and Councilman Congress

attendance at one of the Legislative Committees. He reported as follows:

Legislative agenda actions for 2012

o Energy – statewide energy development conservation priority

o Alternative renewal energy

o No oil-drilling bill

o Supporting a broad regulatory authority to control storm water and septic tank controls

o Issues relative to community homes for the treatment of substance abuse treatment

o Provide public notice via internet

o Public Safety Communication exemption

o Concern of local business tax proposed restriction

o Issue on State pension plan reform for police officers and fire fighters

o Economic development

o Defend any withdrawal of home rule authority

Councilman Jennings spoke to leadership being lobbied to focus on items not popular by the electorate.

Request from the Historical Preservation Committee to revisit the Shorehaven discussion

and feasibility of moving structure to the Historical Museum and Village Councilman Harrity spoke to the following:

Owners ready to make a decision to build a new house

Any interest to look at Shorehaven house

Would Shorehaven fit on the Museum and Village property

Significance of building

Discussion ensued regarding movement and costs, not considered when FY12 budget created, would Council

consider if there was no cost, need to look at density and recovery stand point, need to give staff direction and

formerly noted the cost of moving Shorehaven was $100,000 down Periwinkle Way.

Mayor Ruane moved, seconded by Councilman Harrity, to direct staff to look at density to move Shorehaven to

the Museum and Village, Inc. land.

Public Comment

Gloria Hannan spoke to their being a gopher tortoise habitat on the property and shouldn’t be a dumping ground

for a tax benefit.

Alex Werner spoke to the need to know if there was room with no costs. He further spoke to the need for gallery

space and 8,000 people visited the museum. Ha also mentioned there were reserve to fund the

PUBLIC COMMENT None

Mayor Ruane announced that Council would go into Executive Session as noted below at 12:00 p.m.

2:00 P.M. 16. Convene an EXECUTIVE SESSION RELATING TO UNION

NEGOTIATIONS

In attendance shall be only the following persons:

Mayor Kevin Ruane

Vice Mayor Mick Denham

Councilman Doug Congress

Councilman Marty Harrity

Councilman Jim Jennings

Sanibel City Manager Judie Zimomra

Sanibel City Attorney Kenneth B. Cuyler

Jim Isom, Director of Administrative Services

Wayne Helsby, Labor Counsel (Allen, Norton & Blue)

(by phone)

Council reconvened in to open session at 12:39 p.m.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by,

Pamela Smith, MMC

Sanibel City Clerk

RESOLUTION 12-010

APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT/TRANSFER NO. 2012-014 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by City Council of the City of Sanibel, Florida:

SECTION 1. The revised General Fund for fiscal year 2011-2012, Budget Amendment/Transfer BA 2012-014 true copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference, is hereby approved and accepted.



DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council ofthe City of Sanibel, Florida this 3rd day of January 2012.

A UTHENTI CATION:


APPROVED AS TO FORM:----------- -------

Vote of Councilmembers:

Ruane Denham Congress Harrity Jennings


Date filed with City Clerk: ______ _

Res. 12-010

PURPOSE

Prepared by:

F. Slane ~ I

FUND DEPT

DOCUMENT NUMBER

CITY OF SANIBEL BUDGETAMENDMENTffRANSFER

Project

t:!l!.!:!l!ar Amount Prior To Change

TOTAL

I BA 20121

lncr/(Decr) EXPENSE

014

Amount After Change

To transfer $6,000 from the General Fund reserve for contingencies for funding the America's Darling series to be produced by Marvo Entertainment This budget amendment does not increase or decrease the FY12 budget

Date Approved by: Date Input by: GROUP# Date

1/3/2012

"Wr Briug Extraordiuary Stories 1o Uft•"

Mllrvo Eutertaillmettl Group LLC 101 East Maiu Stn:et Priucctou, Ky 42445

America's Darling: The Story of "Ding" Darling

Documentary film producer Samuel Koltinsky, owner of Marvo Entertainment Group LLC, specializes in "Bringing Extraordinary Stories to Life." Celebrating almost twenty years working in the industry, he has produced documentaries in Europe and the United States, and has worked with PBS, the History Channel and the Documentary Channel. His award-winning productions include The Fall and Rise of Germany, Our Ultimate Commitment: Children, and two television series: Untold Stories: The History of Southwest Florida and My Kentucky Home.

America's Darling is the true story of Jay Norwood "Ding" Darling ( 1876-1962), the Des Moines Register cartoonist who influenced Americans through his syndicated cartoons, creating awareness of urgent environmental issues and the need to preserve America's natural landscapes. For more than twenty years, Darling spent the winter months on Captiva Island, and became deeply attached to the region and its environment. His efforts played a key role in protecting wildlife on Sanibel and Captiva Islands, and the formation of the National Wildlife Refuge that bears his name today. Senior advisor to the project is Darling's grandson, Kip Koss.

Marvo has assembled an extraordinary team of dedicated and talented professionals for America's Darling. They bring to the project extensive industry experience and an international perspective.

Marvo is partnering with a number of organizations in production of the project; those located in the SanibelCaptiva area are: J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society, SanibeiCaptilva Conservation Foundation, and 'Tween Waters Inn. On the national level, we are working with National Wildlife Federation, Ducks Unlimited, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Paul Tritaik, Refuge Manager at J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, said of the project: "America's Darling is a timely look back at a man who transcended conventional mores. Jay Norwood "Ding" Darling was a visionary and pragmatist, a staunch believer in personal responsibility and public service. As an avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman, "Ding" Darling witnessed firsthand the vanishing of wildlife populations and the destruction of natural resources. When "Ding" saw a problem, he didn't just complain about it, he took action. He acted through the gift of his artistic talent and keen wit as a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner editorial cartoonist. He acted through his inspirational leadership and political savvy to form alliances across the political spectrum to achieve landmark conservation successes, both in the public and private sector. America's Darling is appropriately named because it celebrates a man who brought people of different interests together for a common purpose- saving America's wildlife. "Ding" Darling was not only a man ahead of his time, he was a man for all times. In this sense, he truly was America's Darling."

Jim Scott, former President of the "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society, was in attendance at a presentation Mr. Koltinsky made to the Board of that organization earlier this year. "Sam's knowledge of his subject and passion for the project convinced the Board that we, the Society, should endorse his effort and assist by helping to underwrite its cost," he said.

More information about the project and additional statements from supporters in the Sanibel area and across the country can be found on the project's web page: http://marvoentertainmentgroup.com/productions/Prod DING/ding darling.html

In moving forward with production and maintaining an October 2012 release for the project, we are kindly requesting as contribution of $7500.00 toward the project. Funds are being received by the "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society here on Sanibel and dispersed to Marvo Entertainment Group LLC. Your support for this project would also be acknowledged in all marketing materials, press releases, website, and closing credits in the show. Your consideration for this "great American story" is much appreciated.

Mr. Koltinsky may be contacted at 270-625-6815 or at [email protected].

CITY OF SANIBEL RESOLUTION 12‐001

A RESOLUTION OF THE SANIBEL CITY COUNCIL STRONGLY OPPOSING THE RELOCATION OF THE FORT MYERS POSTAL SERVICE PROCESSING AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER TO SARASOTA AND TAMPA; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the five county area of Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, Glades and Lee Counties provides a service population of over 1.1 million persons and more than 30,000 businesses; and

WHEREAS, the Fort Myers Postal Service Processing and Distribution Center is critical to our area and a relocation of the Postal Service Center will adversely impact our local economy and tax base; and

WHEREAS, Florida Gulf Coast University has estimated that the closing of the Postal Service Center will result in a minimum total wage loss (direct and indirect wages) of $40 million to Lee County and the surrounding counties; and

WHEREAS, the closing of the Postal Service Center is estimated to result in a minimum job loss of 550 in Lee County and the surrounding counties; and

WHEREAS, additional reductions in area workforce and wage losses will certainly be realized due to the out migration of entire families as a result of layoffs and forced relocations; WHEREAS, the postal processing and service times for City of Sanibel postal mailings will increase significantly;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sanibel that:

Section 1: Sanibel City Council, on behalf of the citizens of the City of Sanibel, strongly supports the efforts of the Horizon Council and Economic Development Council to retain the Fort Myers Postal Service Processing and Distribution Center in it’s current location and opposes the relocation of the Fort Myers Postal Service Processing and Distribution Center to Sarasota and Tampa or any other area.

Section 2: Effective date. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption. DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel, Lee County, Florida, this 3rd day of January. 2012. AUTHENTICATION: ______________________ ______________________________ Kevin Ruane, Mayor Pamela Smith, MMC, City Clerk

1 RES. 12-001

2 RES. 12-001

APPROVED AS TO FORM: ______________________________ ____________ Kenneth B. Cuyler, City Attorney Date Vote of Council members: Ruane __________ Denham __________ Congress __________ Harrity __________ Jennings __________ Date filed with City Clerk:______________________

Island Seniors, Inc City of Sanibel Recreation Department 800 Dunlop Road Sanibel, Fl 33957

Phone 239-472-5743

November 28, 2011

City Council of Sanibel,

Attached is an application from Island Seniors Inc. for a Special Events permit. This is for an Arts and Craft Show and Used Book Sale. We held an Arts and Craft Fair this month which went over quite successfully. Many of the artists asked if we could host another Fair in February in conjunction with our annual used book sale. The Arts and Craft Fair and Used Book Sale will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm.

We respectfully request that the Council waive the application fee for this small event.

We are a not-for-profit organization whose Board advised the City of Sanibel senior programs. We raise funds to support our many programs at the Civic Center (Center 4 Life) to benefit island citizens and visitors. We also strive through our fund raising activities to defray the cost of recreation programs for the City.

We thank you in advance for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Katherine Reid, President Island Seniors, Inc. Sanibel, Fl33957

CITY OF SANIBEL SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT APPLICATION goo DUNLOP ROAD, SANIBEL, FL 33957 Phone (239) 472-3700 Fax (239) 472-3065 Website: \_\\\~\:..l!lY~_;_I.!_l_i_bd_~Q!_lJ Email: admin@mysanibel .com

FOR CITY l iSE:

PERMIT#

of

DATE: u- c) ?>g.. a I I Lee Co. Tax Parcel# I H H H H ~L-1 _...__...__....____, Application must be submitted no later than 30 calendar days prior to the event accompanied by a refundable deposit (If applicable), and a non-refundable $50/resident or $100/non-resident application fee. Applications submitted less than 30 calendar days but not less than 7 days prior to the event. will be assessed a late fee of$5 per calendar day. Applications will not be accepted later than 7 calendar days prior to the event.

EVENT NAME: Is fa..nd Su, ,o rs kc.. At: fs ei- C ra._f_f ft.;: r 4 U.rtd Ac>o (( S'q_(e..

(~ tn -kr 4l.A.lt.) EVENT ADDRESS: C.1v 1 ·~ l Sc.h i'o r) r!t n kr- bt b ..-g nj WD tj Name of shopping center or complex, if applicable: _ ____________________ _ A drawing of event layout, parking area, placement of signs and temporary structures must be attached upon application submission .

NAME OF APPLICANT/ORGANIZATION: .Isknd Sc.n iors .Inc. · kl-+t ( Ke; d 1 P,~ .s

A I> DRESS: -~<t:~o~o=-------=0=-=u.n:.=..L~f ~>.r::-P_.c:f2d~-~.L~C-+-t ~7:j--Lfk..=...L.1,__/ ~__,&_~p:..i-f----"!.-6 £,__721."'-/J~e.:.J.h-"'~A..~-ko~n-t..,.,..,L) __ _

TELEPHONE: 1-.}];) ~ O..).C)~ CELL: __________ FAX: _______ _

EMAIL ADDRESS: V' e_ td Vv ~ C1.£? ( • C o no WEBSITE: ____________ _

NAME & AUDRESS TO MAIL DEPOSIT REFUND TO: (Deposits will be returned within 30 days following event.)

NAME OF CONTACT PERSON AND PHONE NUMBER AT THE EVENT:

IS THE APPLICANT/ORGANIZATION A 501(C)3, NON-PROFIT? [vfYes [ ] No Certiticate No. <q .S • U 3 I .J ..;1 9 J Please provide a copy of current certificate.

DATE(S) OF EVENT: BEGINNING/ENDING TIME: •Set-up and tear down must be included as part of event dates. • s et-up and tear down must be included as part of event times.

Set-Up Date(s) ...::f.e.b 3 . ...lo I l-'

Set-up Time(s) ..;3~ 0 0 p I'YJ

Event Date(s) Jth :f 1 .;>A! t..:l- Event Time(s) Cf ~ ao O..h-'1 - -.l : oo pW' Tear-Down Date(s): d l.. h =f. .:li:Jt ~ . Tear-Down Time(s) &: o t> ?J M ·

I

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS EXPECTED: ,500 ADMISSION CHARGE (IF ANY): llioc, TYPE OF EVENT/SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES: __,C.....Jr'-"'o£"""'--f.__-~.?tu=' _._r-tt---'U"'-"-'-S......,t c: ..... J~/~""-'&"'-'-v~fi~~'"'1-lf"""<....-......_ __ _

PLEASE CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX: 0 Private Event []/Public Event *NOTE - Public events will be listed on the Special Events Calendar on the City's website.

PERMIT

TEMPORARY SIGN(S) The Sanibel Code permits one (I) on~site sign, not to exceed I square that may be double~faced, per Special Event. Non~Profit organizations are permitted up to (6) off-site directional signs, with City Manager approvaL Banner signs and balloons are strictly (Jrohibited at all times.

Please indicate type, and location of On-Site sign:~~~~~~-~-indicate type, and locations of directional signs (Non-Profit Organizations only): fOs.qJU t1 f?:a 'f;

a ~ bra,rl Wa.~ I Pa lwz 12, ~L t: L hrr:u.'f We~ I Pcdm 12ui'J, t 4 H .. r ( u,n ll kit: , 1-..t 11 Jt;fftt. NUMBER OF VENDORS: ~ 0 . .,. Note: Overnight Parking Fee of $25 per v~icfe~ pJ¥ ~Oe~l,~)r vendors camping overnight on City properties.

TEMPORARY TENTS AND STRUCTURES- Including arches, tents (specify number of tents and tent size), chairs, tables, bounce houses, dunk tanks, etc. Tents exceeding 120 square feet require a tent permit (per tent) from the Building Department and a tire inspection.

TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN: Please attach traffic control and parking plan for events requiring off-site parking or pedestrian street

A Business Tax Receipt or Business Registration is required to work in the City of Sanibel. Plea.'>e provide your Business Tax Receipt Number or Business Registration Number#

~~ .. ~~~~~~~--~~~~~-------

Are Police Services, such as Traffic/Pedestrian Control or Event Security requested? [ ] Yes IX 1 No NUMBER OF OFFICERS: DATE: TIME: _______ _ The rate is $135 fi.1r a 3-hour minimum shift, per staff member and $40, per staff member, per hour thereafter. In the interest of public safety, the Sanibel Police Chief may require an applicant retain Police Services as a condition of granting a Special Events Permit, in which case, applicant is responsible for payment of fees as described above.

Will amplified music be played'! [ 1 Yes [~No If yes, applicant must adhere to Noise standards set forth in Sanibel Code Chapter 30, Article III.

Will City property, public right-of-way or other public property (beach parks, community parks, etc.) be utilized? [')(]Yes [ ]No

If yes, please identifY right-of-way and/or public property/park name: _________________ _

EVENTS HELD AT COMMUNITY PARK- SMOKING IS PROHIBITED at Community Park. Applicant is responsible for ensuring compliance with this policy. Failure to do so will be in violation of this permit, may lead to forfeiture of deposit, aud may constitute a violation of City Policy. Spot maintenance will be provided at Community Park by the City of Sanibel Public Works Department between the hours of8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily. In addition, for overnight events, applicant is responsible for bathroom maintenance (emptying trash containers, stocking of toilet paper and paper towels) between the hours of 5 p.m. and 8 a.m.

EVENTS HELD ON CITY PROPERTY: Liability Insurance in the amount of$1,000,000 listing the City of Sanibel as an additionally insured party may be applicable for certain events held on City property. Proof of insurance must be provided before application is approved.

NOTE: If event is held on City property, such as a City Park or City Hall, alcohol is prohibited unless approved by City Council. A rental fee and deposit is applicable f(>r use of certain City Properties. Please contact the City Manager's Office at (239) 472-3700 for intormation regarding tees and deposits.

Will alcoholic beverages he served or sold? r J I 'I 1 No PERMIT#

If please attach copy of liquor license. If liquor is not attached, applicant must provide license to the City prior to of a Event Permit. To find out if you are required to obtain a liquor license, please contact the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco at (239) 278-7195

Will food and/or drink be served or sold? [X.] Yes r I No (Appropriately rated fire extinguishers required) If this is an outdoor event, vendor may require a Lee County Department of Health Permit or a License from the Division of and Professional To find out if you need a Health Department Permit or license, please call the Lee County Health Department at (239) 690-2100 or Division of Business and Professional Regulation at (850) 487-1395.

Will temporary sanitary facilities be provided? [ } ~] No If yes, indicate location on site plan.

Will trash receptacles, dumpsters and recycling containers be provided? IX] Yes [ ] No If yes, indicate on plan. Who will be providing the receptacles, dumpsters or containers? _________ _ NOTE: Tr.1sh and recycling receptacles most be emptied at the end of each day into a dumpster for multiple day event'i to discourage the feeding or foraging of raccoons. Failure to do so will be in violation of this permit, may lead to forfeiture of deposit, and may constitute a violation of other City Ordinances.

Is this a Sanibel student or Sanibel youth group event'! [ ] Yes [ XJ No the fee for a special event permit shall be so long as proceeds from the event solely benefit a Sanibel student or Sanibel

youth group~ is a day event generally not lasting longer than 8 hours; no vendor or related fees are charged (only the youth group fee or contribution is solicited); event is managed and conducted solely by volunteers; and temporary and/or permanent structures are not required. (Ordinance 07-0 16)

Is the applicant an organized homeowners association or neighborhood association? [ If yes, the application fee shall be waived. (Resolution 07-020)

Yes [Xi No

Does event require electrical usage at any City Owned Property? D\1 Yes [ ] No ~u...(~r !A<;.a._<;C:.,.

If yes, a $10 daily power usage fee for electrical connection at any City owned property will apply for each II 0 volt outlet, and $20 daily power usage per 220 volt outlet, per 24-hour day or any portion thereof. (Resolution 07-092)

OWNER OF PROPERTY: If the person/group applying for this permit is not the owner of the property, the property owner must sign this application. If the property owner is unavailable to sign the application, a letter of permission from owner is acceptable.

Property Owner Signature Print Name Title

By signature below, it is understood by applicant that this application is subject to review and approval by City staff and may be revoked at any time for non-compliance with rules, local ordinances, state statutes or if the event endangers the health, safety, or welfare of the public. The City reserves the right to cancel the event should any conflicts arise with scheduling, and will give reasonable notice to the applicant for the purpose of rescheduling. During reviews by various City Departments, additional conditions may be imposed. As required by Section II 0-83, City services determined necessary for the conduct of the Special Event, such as temporary lighting or police officers to direct or reroute traffic, shall be paid by applicant.

This permit is valid only for the time indicated on this permit In the event that the applicant fails to fulfill the requirement(s) as set forth in this permit or fails to obtain proper authorization to proceed, if conditions have changed, including but not limited to time, specifications and activities, deposit may be forfeited and the permit may be cancelled.

As applicant I agree to by all conditions and of the City of Sanibel and will comply with *Chapter 110 of the Sanibel Code. Applicant further understands that the use ofFireworks, Explosives and Upward Lighting are prohibited at all times. *Copy available upon request.

Print Name: ~:{file 1 ne V (~ < "J

--FOR CITY USE ONLY-DEPARTMENT COMMENTS

PERMIT#

FEES BY DEPARTMENT:

Planning

Police Police

Public Works Public Works

Building Building

Tent Standards attachment required? [ J Yes [ 1 No

Finance Finance

BusinessTaxReceiptVerified? [ ] Yes [ ] No

Natural Resources Natural Resources

Beach Standards attachment required? [ ] Yes [ ] No

Recreation Recreation

$ TOTAL

Comments/Perm it Conditions: --------------------------------------------

City Manager Approval Date Revised 9/09

City of Sanibel Special Events ~SCHEDULE OF FEES

AI'~PLlCATlON FEES:

0 $50 Resident 0$100 Non-Resident 0 $50 Retail Sidewalk Sale

0 Late

llEPOSIT (For events held on City properties)

0$50 (1-100 ppl) 0$100 (101-500 ppl) 0 (501 1000ppi)0$LOOO(IOOI+ppl)

CITY F ACILITlES Resident

0 Community Park·~ Entire Park (CP) 0 $475/day

0 (CP) Pavilion 0

0 (CP) Volleyball Court (Hourly) 0 $10

0 (CP) Shutlleboard Court (Hourly) 0 $10

0 Bowman's Beach Pavilion 0$25

0 MacKenzie Hall (2 Hour Block) 0$25

0 City Hall Gazebo 0$25

0 Recreation Center Pavilion (4 Hour Block) 0$150

OTHER

0 Traffic Control Devices (Cones/Barricades) 0 $!/each

0 Traffic Control Devices Installation 0 $30

0 Road Closure Fee 0 $250

0 IIOV Power City Facilities-Peroutlet/day0 $10/each

0 220V Power City Facilities-Per outlet/day 0 $20/each

0 Temporary Fencing (100 feet/5 Posts) 0 $10/each

0 Temporary Fence Deposit (I 00 feet/5 Posts) 0 $40

Non-Resident

0 $575/day

0$50

0$20

0$20

0$50

0$50

0$50

0 $300

0 $1/each

0$30

0$250

0 $10/each

0 $20/each

0 $20/each

0$40

0 Temporary Fence Installation (100 feet/5 Posts)O $40/each 0 $40/each

0 Equipment Delivery Fee 0 $30 0 $30

0 Overnight Parking Fee, per RV 0 $25

qty. ___ _

0 Tent Permit Fee, per tent exceeding 120 sq.ftO $75 ($50 permit/$25 SFD Inspection) qty .. ___ _

0 Tent Rental Fee, per tent

0 J()' X 10' 0 20' X 20' o 20' x40'

0$30 0 $100 0$200

0$60 0$200 0$400

0 Police Services ($135/Minimum 3-Hour Shift, $40 per each additional hour PER Officer) Number of Number

TOTALDUE: ____________ __

NON PROFIT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY POLICY llUS lS A CLAHvlS MADE POLICY. PLEASE READ THIS POLICY CAREFULLY.

NOO 10484820 r<er'!wal of t.Jumber

Nn. NOOl0-&8482E

POLICY DECLARATIONS

UNITED STATES LIABILITY INSURANCE COMPANY

WAYNE, PENNSYLVANIA

ITEM I. PARENT ORGANIZATION AND PRINCIPAL ADDRESS Island Seniors, Inc. BOO Dunlop Road Sanibel, FL 33967

040091

ORIGINAL

ITEM II. POLICY PERIOD: (MM/DDNYYY) FROM 6/2/2011 TO 6/2/2014

12:01 AM STANDARD TIME AT YOUR MAILING ADDRESS SHOWN ABOVE

~ IN RElURN FOR THE PAYMENT OF THE PREMIUM. AND SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS OF THIS POLICY, WE AGREE t... WITH YOU TO PROVIDE THE INSURANCE AS STATED IN THIS POLICY

Tl HS POLICY CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING COVERAGE PARTS I"'R WHICH LIMITS OF LIABILITY ARE INDICATED.

Coverage Part A. Non Profit Directors and Officers Liability ITEM Ill. LIMITS OF LIABILITY:

ITEM IV.

ITEMV.

a. Non Profit Directors & OH1cers

b. Non Profit Directors & Off1cers

c. Fiduc1ary L1ability

RETENTION :

PREMIUM:

$1,000,000 EACH CLAIM $1,000,000 IN THE AGGREGATE

Not Covered EACH CLAIM

$0 EACH CLAIM

$2,790 Coverage Part B. LIMITS OF LIABILITY:

Employment Practices Liability, ________ ___, ITEM Ill.

a. Employment Practices

b Employment Practices

ITEM IV. RETENTION:

ITEM V. PREMIUM:

EACH CLAIM IN THE AGGREGATE

EACH CLAIM

Not Covered

NOTICE: DEFENSE COSTS SHALL BE APPLIED AGAINST THE RETENTION.

PcUcy Premium FL CAT Fund Assess FIGA Surcharge

:TEM VI. Coverage Form(s)/Part(s} and Endorsement(s} made a part of this policy at time of issue 00-3YR DEC (04-07) Amendment to Policy Declarations· 3yr Policy D0-207 (01·94) Failure to Maintain Insurance Excl. Endt 00-JYR·FL (05-07) Three Year Polley Term Endorsement DO-FL (04-07) Florida State Amendatory Endorsement 00·100 (0+07) Coverage Part A USL·DO.l (04..()7) Polley Jacket

52,790.00 S36.27 $13.95

52,840.22

Agent: SOUTHERN CROSS UNDERWRITERS (MIAMI, FL) [1421), , Lfl /)~ Date Issued: 5124/2011 By ~f.~..-....____

Authorized Representa · e USL-000 (11/97)

UNITED STATES LIABILITY INSURANCE GROUP WAYNE, PENNSYLVANIA

rtus Endorst!mcnt modtftes msurance

NON-PROFIT DIRECTORS & OFFICERS LIABILITY

AlVlENDMENT TO POLICY DECLARATIONS-THREE-YEAR POLICY TERM

·nH~ Policy Declarations attached hereto are amended as follows:

ITEl\1 II. POLICY PERIOD ~.:onsisls of three Coverage Periods:

First Penod:

Second Coverage Period:

'f11ird Cov>:rnge Period:

From 6/2/20 11

From 6/212012

From 6/2/20 13

To 6/2/2012

To 6/2/2013

To 6/2/2014

ITE\1 III. LI~IITS OF LIABILITY, apply separately to each Coverage Period shown above ami are reinstated for each successive Coverage Period.

ITEl\1 V. PRE\UUM, is the total premium due for the ll1ree- Y .:ar Policy Tenn and is due and pay:.1ble in three annual installments as follows:

Coverage P:nt A. Non Profit Directors and Otlicers Liability:

first Coverage Period: $930

Second Coverage Period:

'f11ird Coverage Period:

$930

S930

.\11 other h!nns of the Policy Declarations are unchanged.

D0-3 YR DEC (04-07) Page 1 of 1

CITY OF SANIBEL

RESOLUTION 12-003

A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANIBEL AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

WHEREAS, the City and the American Federation of State, Council and Municipal

Employees ("AFSME") agreed upon terms for a Collective Bargaining Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the City was notified in writing by AFSCME on December 15, 2011 that

the Agreement was ratified by their membership; and

WHEREAS, the agreed upon Labor Agreement is attached hereto, incorporated by

reference and marked as Exhibit A.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Sanibel,

Florida:

SECTION 1. The Labor Agreement between the City of Sanibel and the Fraternal Order

of Police, is hereby APPROVED and the City Manager is authorized to execute same on behalf

ofthe City.



DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel, Florida, this

3rd day of January, 2012.

Res. 12-003

AUTHENTICATION:

Kevin Ruane, Mayor

Vote of Council members:


Date filed with City

Pamela Smith, City Clerk

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PREAMBLE

a~Zr·eeJneJat is entered into effective October 1, 2000 between the City of Sanibel, .... +."~"•rl to as the "City", and AFSCME, Council 79, American Federation of State,

County and Municipal Employees, Local 3228, hereinafter referred to as the "the Union".

It is the intent and purpose of this agreement to assure a sound and mutually beneficial working and economic relationship between the parties hereto, to provide an orderly and peaceful means of resolving any misunderstandings or differences which may arise, and to set forth herein the basic and full agreement between the parties concerning wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. The Union agrees and understands that the City is engaged in furnishing public services which vitally affect the health, safety, comfort and general well being the public and both parties recognize the need for continuous and reliable service to the public.

There shall be no individual arrangements contrary to the terms herein provided.

City of Sanibel and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Agreement Approved by Resolution No. 12-003; Date: January 3, 20 12; Effective Date: October I, 20 II

ARTICLE I RECOGNITION

Section l. The City recognizes the Union as the exclusive bargaining representative as defined in Chapter 447, Florida Statutes, as amended, for all employees employed in the following bargaining unit:

INCLUDED: All regular full-time and regular part time employees in those classifications determined to be appropriate by the Florida Public Employees Relations Commission in Certification Number 1314, issued on December 26, 2000, and any other position not excluded below or otherwise included in another recognized bargaining unit. See Appendix A.

EXCLUDED: All other City employees, including managerial, confidential and seasonal employees or as needed, as well as employees having a supervisory conflict of interest.

Section 2. Probationary employees shall be covered generally under the terms and conditions of employment contained in this Agreement; provided, however, that any disciplinary action of probationary employees shall not be subject to the grievance and arbitration provisions of this Agreement.

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City of Sanibel and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Agreement Approved by Resolution No. 12-003; Date: January 3, 2012: Effective Date: October I, 20 II

ARTICLE2 MANAGEMENT RIGHTS

as specifically and expressly abridged, limited or modified by the gre:err1en.t, the City shall have the exclusive right to manage the facilities,

vu'""'"·'·' of the City and direct the working forces. These rights include but are not to determine the organization of City government; to determine the purpose

of its constituent to exercise control and discretion over the organization and efficiency of operations of the City; to set standards for services to be offered to the public; to establish, or modify dates, tasks, responsibilities or requirements within class specification (job descriptions) in the interest of efficiency, economy, technological changes or operating to plan, direct and control operations, to assign work and schedule the working hours; to determine the extent to which City services will be performed by City employees or by contract providers; to hire, train, promote, evaluate, demote and transfer employees; to suspend, discipline or terminate employees for proper cause; to lay off employees for lack of work: to make and enforce mles and regulations in the Personnel Manual; to introduce new methods, materials, or facilities; to establish new job classifications and eliminate job to overtime work; to establish benefits and rates of pay; to determine the extent of its operations, to determine when any part of the complete operation shall function or be halted, and/or subcontracted, and to determine when, where and to what extent operations/services shall be subcontracted, increased or decreased; to determine the need for and utilization of employees, including part-time employees, seasonal personnel and other volunteers. In the event the City decides to subcontract any existing operations, it will give the Union thi11y (30) day notice.

Section If, in the sole discretion of the City, it is determined that emergency conditions exist, including, but not limited to, riots, civil disorders, severe weather conditions, epidemics, or other catastrophes, the provisions of this Agreement may be suspended by the City during the time of such emergency, except monetary provisions in this Agreement.

Section 3. The City shall have the right, during the term of this Agreement, to terminate selected service/operations permanently. The City shall also have the right, from time to time during this Agreement, to suspend selected services/operation in whole or in part.

Section 4. It is expressly understood by and between the parties to this Agreement that the City shall not be deemed to have waived or modified any of the rights reserved to the City under this Article by not exercising said rights either in a particular matter or in a particular manner.

Section 5. The exercise of the above enumerated managerial rights, except as otherwise provided herein, shall not preclude an aggrieved from filing a grievance, but such grievance can be filed only on the grounds that the action complained of by him/her is in violation of the express written terms of this Agreement.

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Section 6. Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement, any written rule, regulation, policy or procedure affecting employees of the Bargaining unit in effect prior to, as well as those issued after, the effective date of this Agreement, shall remain and be in full force and effect unless changed, modified or deleted by the City. Final authority to change, modify or delete any rule, regulation, policy or procedure rests with the City, subject to the provisions of Article 6, prevailing rights.

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ARTICLE3 PROHIBITION OF STRIKES

Section L The Union that it will not, under any circumstances or for any reason, including alleged or actual breach of this Agreement by the City or sympathy for support of the employees or Union, call, encourage, authorize, ratify or engage in any strike, slowdown, boycott, concerted abuse of medical leave, unauthorized picketing, or other interruption of work.

Section 2. Each and every employee in the bargaining unit covered by this Agreement that he/she will not under any circumstances or for any reason, including alleged or actual breach of this Agreement by the City or in sympathy for or support of other employees or Union, engage in a strike, slowdown, concerted abuse of medical leave, boycott, unauthorized picketing or other interruption of work. It is agreed that any violation of this Section shall be grounds for immediate discharge, subject to the grievance procedure of this Agreement

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ARTICLE4 GRIEVANCE AND ARBITRATION PROCEDURE

Section 1. MUTUAL EFFORT

In a mutual effort to provide harmonious working relations between the parties to this Agreement, it is agreed to and understood by both parties that there shall be a procedure for the resolution of grievances between the parties arising from any alleged violation of the specified terms of this Agreement

Section 2. DEFINITIONS

A grievance within the meaning of this contract shall consist of disputes about interpretations and applications of particular clauses of this Agreement and about alleged violations of this Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement shall preclude discussions between employees, the Union and the City's supervisors or managers to attempt resolution of problems in employment.

It is expressly understood that the following actions are not subject to the grievance procedure: ( 1) complaints involving allegations of discrimination or sexual harassment, which may be made pursuant to the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations (Resolution 03-092); provided, however, that if any disciplinary action is taken against a bargaining unit employee as a result of an investigation of discrimination and/or sexual harassment, the bargaining unit employee shall have the right to contest such disciplinary action through this grievance procedure; and (2) suspensions of employees with pay pending an active or ongomg investigation of an alleged infraction.

Results of performance appraisals issued to employees shall not be subject to the grievance procedure with the following exceptions:

a. A bargaining unit employee who receives an overall "unacceptable" performance rating shall have the right to grieve such appraisal up through Step III only of this grievance procedure; and

b. A bargaining unit employee who receives an overall "successful" or ''successful plus" performance rating may appeal that appraisal for the next higher rating only, within ten ( 10) working days following signature on the appraisal, by submitting, in writing, documentation supporting the request for the higher rating to the Administrative Services Director. The Administrative Services Director will review the documentation submitted, discuss the appeal with the appropriate Department Director and rating supervisor, if applicable, and will provide a written determination to the employee that shall be considered the final decision relative to the rating assigned.

Initial probationary employees are not afforded the right to appeal or grieve disciplinary action taken, and the action taken will be deemed to be final agency action.

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The term "days" as used in this Article shall mean calendar days. The term ''filed" as used in this Article shall mean delivered and time stamped at the City

Clerk's Office Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., excluding holidays and weekends.

Section 3. RULES OF GRIEVANCE PROCESSING

Every grievance hereunder must be in writing and specify: (a) the Article and Section of each Article alleged to have been violated; (b) the alleged conduct violating the Agreement; (c) the date, time and place of alleged conduct; (d) the identity of the individual(s) committing the alleged conduct; and (e) the remedy sought for the alleged violations.

A grievance must be filed within fifteen (15) days from the date of the disciplinary action taken, or, in grievance not involving disciplinary action, within fifteen (15) days from the date the employee could reasonably be expected to have knowledge of the facts constituting the gnevance. Failure to file a grievance within the time required shall render the grievance null and void.

All time limits for filing and further processing of grievances as provided in this Article shall be followed unless mutually extended in writing by the parties to the Agreement. Any grievance not filed or appealed in compliance with said time limits will be deemed settled on the basis of the decision most recently given. A grievance not answered within the time limits in this Article shall entitle the aggrieved employee to proceed to the next step.

The aggrieved employee(s) may request representation by the Union at any meeting where disciplinary action is reasonably anticipated by the employee. However, the unavailability of a Union representative beyond twenty-four (24) hours shall not be reason for extending any time limits of this Article.

Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to prohibit an employee, if he so chooses, from processing his own grievance without representation by the Union where the adjustment, if any, of said grievance is not inconsistent with the terms of this Agreement. In the event an employee, rather than the Union, elects to invoke arbitration, the employee shall forward to the arbitrator, in advance of the arbitration hearing, an amount of money estimated by the arbitrator to be sufficient to cover the arbitrator's fees and expenses.

The Union hereby indemnifies, defends and holds harmless the City, its officers, officials, agents and employees against any claim, demand, suit or liability and for all legal fees and costs arising from any action taken or not taken by the Union with respect to processing or not processing grievances under this Article.

At any step of the grievance procedure, the Department Director and/or the City Manager may appoint a person to act on his/her behalf. When a grievance is general in nature, in that it applies to a number of employees having the same issue to be decided, it shall be presented directly at Step II of the grievance procedure, within the time limits provided for the submission of a grievance in Step I, and will be signed by all aggrieved employees.

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Section STEPS

Infonnal Step

Prior to initiating Step I of the grievance procedure, informal discussions between the grievant and his/her immediate supervisor should be held for the purpose of attempting to settle differences in the simplest and most direct manner. Both the City and the Union agree that it is most advantageous to all concerned to resolve the matter at this level if at all possible.

Formal Steps

Step 1 ~Supervisor

The employee shall present the grievance in writing to his or her immediate supervisor in the form prescribed by, and within the time limits, set forth in this Article. The supervisor shall make a determination in writing in response to the grievance within five (5) days.

Step 2 Department Director

If the employee is aggrieved by the determination of the supervisor, of if a timely determination has not been made by the supervisor, the grievance may be presented by the employee, in writing, to the Department Director within five (5) working days after the supervisor's determination or failure to provide a timely determination. The Department Director may meet with the employee to discuss or hear the grievance. The Department Director shall make a determination in writing in response to the grievance within five (5) days after receiving the grievance. The Department Director may uphold, deny or modify any grievance received.

Step 3 City Manager

If the employee is aggrieved by the determination of the Department Director, or if a timely detennination has not been made by the Department Director, the grievance may be presented by the employee, in writing to the City Manager, within five (5) days after the Department Director's determination or failure to provide a timely determination. The City Manager may meet with the employee and the Union representative, if so requested by the employee. The City Manager or his/her designee shall respond in writing to the employee within five (5) days from the date of receiving the grievance, or from the date of the meeting, whichever is later.

Step 4 - Arbitration

If the grievance has not been satisfactorily resolved within the grievance procedure, the Union may request arbitration no later than ten days after the City Manager's response is due in Step 3 of the grievance procedure, or is provided, whichever occurs first.

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The parties shall first attempt to mutually agree upon an independent arbitrator. If the City and the Union fail to upon and select an impartial arbitrator within seven (7) days after the Union's request for arbitration, either party may request (and must notify the other party in writing) the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service to name seven (7) persons who shall be affiliated with neither the City nor the Union, nor be employees of any Federal or State agency, to serve as an impartial arbitrator. The City and the Union shall each alternately strike three of the persons so named and the seventh remaining person shall be the impartial arbitrator. The party bringing the arbitration shall strike the first name. Either party has the right to reject, entirely, the first panel provided by the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service.

Unless otherwise mutually agreed by the Union and the City, the arbitrator shall hear only one (l) City grievance at a time.

The arbitrator shall have no power to add to, disregard, subtract from or modify the terms of this Agreement or any amendments hereto, establish or change any wage or wage structure, or order any change in City practice, which would be in violation of the express provisions of this Agreement.

In the event that a transcript of a hearing before an arbitrator is prepared, the party ordering the transcript shall pay the cost. In the event more than one party desires a copy of the transcript, the cost of said transcript will be paid in proportion to the number of parties requesting the transcript. Neither the Union nor the aggrieved employee or anyone acting on his behalf shall attempt to avoid the cost of a transcript by requesting a copy of the transcript pursuant to the Public Records Act, or otherwise.

Arbitrator's fees and expenses will be paid by the non-prevailing party as defined by the arbitrator.

Unless mutually agreed otherwise by the parties, the arbitrator shall render a written decision and opinion to the parties as soon as practicable, but in no event after thirty (30) calendar days from the submission of post-hearing briefs, if any, or within thirty (30) days of the close of the hearing if no briefs are to be submitted.

The decision of the arbitrator is final and binding on all parties to the arbitration and the grievance shall be considered resolved. The grounds for appealing any arbitration award rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be as set forth in Section 682, Florida Statutes; provided, however, that a Florida Circuit Court may also vacate any arbitration award rendered pursuant to this Agreement if it is not based on competent substantial evidence or if it is inconsistent in whole or in part with State or Federal law.

The arbitrator shall not construe this Agreement in any way, which supersedes or preempts applicable laws, ordinances, statutes, or the City of Sanibel Charter.

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ARTICLE 5 UNION RIGHTS

Section l. The President of Local or his/her designee which shall be provided in writing, will be the official local spokesperson for the Union. AFSCME Local 3228 does hereby authorize the assigned field service representative or the regional director to communicate on an as needed basis with the City Manager and/or his/her designee.

Section 2. The Union shall elect or appoint four Union stewards, whose duties shall be defined by the Union. Union stewards must be members of the bargaining unit covered by this Agreement The Union to notify the City Manager, in writing, the names of the four Union stewards during the term of this Agreement.

Union stewards will be compensated for time spent in grievance meetings at the informal step and Steps l through 3 of the grievance procedure only. Union stewards will not come to work specifically for grievance meetings and no overtime will be accrued for time spent in grievance meetings. All other union related activities other than Labor Management Committee meetings shall not be on City time.

It is understood and agreed that employee(s) who function as Union Representative(s) have productive work to perform and will not leave their jobs during work hours, for time spent in grievance meetings at the informal step and steps 1 through 3 of the grievance procedure, except after properly requesting and receiving proper verbal authorization from their respective supervisor/department head, his/her designee, or their respective division head and only after stating that official Union business is to be performed. Such authorization shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Section 3. Bargaining union employees shall have the right to request and be allowed dues deduction. Upon receipt from the Union of a properly executed authorization card, the City shall deduct form the employees' paycheck beginning with the pay period in which the authorization is received, the dues that the employee has agreed to pay the Union. Dues deductions shall be remitted to the Union on a monthly basis. Any employee may terminate deductions by giving a thirty (30) day written notice to the Union and to the City. Any dispute as the amount of dues owing or deducted shall be solely between the Union and the employee involved, and the Union shall hold the City harmless from any liability arising from the deduction of any dues certified by the Union.

Section 4. The City agrees to designate and provide space for a bulletin board at each work site to which employees covered by this Agreement have access, for the posting by AFSCME notices of meetings or other official AFSCME information. The bulletin board shall not exceed 2 x 3 feet in size. No derogatory information may be posted on any bulletin board. It shall be the responsibility of AFSCME to monitor the materials posted on any bulletin board.

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Section 5. The City agrees to furnish to the Union, on an annual basis, upon request and without charge, a copy of the City's annual budget, any new job descriptions and the pay classification plan results. The Union's representatives may request that copies of other public records be made. Payment for such copies will be made by the Union consistent with City policy.

Section 6. At orientation sessions for new employees represented by the bargaining unit, the City will inform new employees that AFSCME Council 79, Local 3228, AFL-CIO, is the Union that represents employees in the certified unit. All new hires will be provided a copy of this Agreement in their orientation package. The City agrees to furnish the Union with the names and addresses (to the extent permitted by law) of all newly hired employees in the bargaining unit.

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City of Sanibel and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Agreement Approved by Resolution No. 12-003; Date: January 3, 2012: Effective Date: October I, 20 II

ARTICLE6 PREVAILING RIGHTS

Section 1. All job benefits enjoyed by employees, not specifically provided for or abridged by this Agreement, that have been previously granted through the City of Sanibel's Personnel Rules and Regulations (effective December 1 2003, Resolution 03-092, as amended), shall continue under conditions upon which they have previously been granted unless modified or changed by action of the City Council or under the authority delegated to the City Manager after engaging in negotiation with the union as required by law.

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ARTICLE7 COMPENSATION

Section 1. Employees shall remain at their current base pay level for fiscal year October 1, 20G9 ll to September 30, 20-1-Q g, except as provided in this article.

Section 2. An employee that increases his/her value to the City of Sanibel by obtaining certification specific to their occupation will receive a pay increase from 1% to 3% of base pay depending on the assessed value to the City of the certification obtained, as determined by the Department Director and approved by the City Manager.

Section 3. Holidays and Holiday Pay Employees Vt'ho \vork 10 hour or 12 hour shifts vlill be compensated for 10 or 12 hours, based on their regularly assigned '<vork schedule, of holiday pay fur designated City holidays as outlined in the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual.

a. All eligible employees will be granted holidays as outlined in Section 3-04 of the

b. A Designated holiday is the actual day of the holiday as defined in the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations. A Substitute holiday is either a Friday or Monday when the Designated holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday.

c. When a Designated or Substitute holiday falls on a regularly scheduled workday and employees are granted the holiday, the employees will receive holiday pay equivalent to the number of hours regularly scheduled to work on that day (e.g. 8, 10, 12 hours)

d. Employees with a regularly scheduled work shift of 9 hours or more per day are entitled to 8 hours of holiday pay when a Designated holiday or Substitute holiday falls on a regularly scheduled day off.

e. Employees who work on a Designated holiday or a Substitute holiday that is a regularly scheduled workday will be paid two times their regular rate of pay for all hours actually worked on the Substitute holiday and two times their regular rate of pay for all hours worked on the Designated holiday.

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ARTICLE 8 UTILITY EMPLOYEE ADVANCEMENT/ON CALL

Section I. The City shall establish an on-call rotating weekly roster for wastewater plant operators, utility maintenance mechanics and utility service workers to share on-call responsibilities and be compensated for it.

Section 2. The Department Director or designee shall post a rotating weekly roster for a period of not less than three (3) months at least ten ( lO) days prior to the effective date of said roster.

Section 3. Ten ( 10) dollars per day shall be paid to the on-call operator for regularly scheduled workdays. Three (3) hours compensation, at the employee's current rate of pay, shall be paid for on-call assignments for regular days off and holidays. On call-hours shall not be considered as time worked for the purposes of calculating overtime. Operators who are called out shall receive compensation from the time they leave for work, with a three (3) hour minimum. Operators who are called out shall receive mileage reimbursement at the City's current approved rate for travel to and from the employee's primary residence and the work/job site. The City will provide a cellular phone for employees to rotate using while on call.

Section 4. Operators who are called but do not respond, or who do not respond in a timely manner, will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge. Operators who are called but come to work under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be likewise subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

Section 5. A Wastewater Plant Operator (with appropriate state license and experience as required in the job descriptions) and a Utility Maintenance Mechanic (with the experience as required in the job descriptions) shall be advanced to the next higher job classification level by passing a written test that is specific to the City 's wastewater permit upon meeting job related experience, required wastewater certification for the next higher grade level and have a satisfactory performance rating on the most recent performance appraisal. The City will offer the examination on a quarterly basis to qualified employees and will provide study materials to operators and mechanics to ensure adequate preparation for the examination. Employees will be permitted to take the examination as many times as necessary to meet the mandatory standards for progression in these positions. A minimum test score of 75 is required for advancement to level II and 80 for advancement to level III. No employees will be required to take the examinations to retain their current positions. Study materials will be provided employees upon request. Test questions will be taken directly from the City's permit and Sacramento State University reference material.

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ARTICLE9 LABOR-MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Section l There shall be a Labor Management Committee conststmg of the following employee-management representatives: three (3) representatives of the bargaining unit, the Administrative Services Director and two other management members as designated by the City Manager. The Union will provide the City the names of bargaining unit members on the Labor Management Committee, in writing, and will notify the City, in writing, of any changes to Union representation.

Section 2. Meetings of this committee shall be held when deemed necessary by the City and the Union and shall be scheduled upon ten ( 10) days notice, or sooner if mutually agreed. No more than one meeting per month shall be held unless mutually agreed to by the City and the Union. The City is responsible for scheduling the time and place of the meetings. Committee members will jointly develop the agenda in advance of the meeting. When meetings take place during a Labor Management Committee member's regularly scheduled shift, he or she shall be compensated at their regular rate of pay for that portion of the meeting that took place during the employee's regularly scheduled shift. Employees shall not receive overtime or other compensation for participating in Labor Management Committee meetings beyond the scheduled work shift or on their day off. Union members will be released by their Department Directors for the Labor Management Committee meetings, unless, operational needs dictate that the employee cannot be released for a particular date and time a meeting is scheduled.

Section 3. The sole function of the Labor-Management committee shall be to discuss general matters pertaining to employee/management relations. The Committee shall not engage in collective bargaining or the resolution of grievances, except to the extent the Labor Management Committee is considering proposed changes in those sections of the City's Personnel Policies and Procedures pursuant to Article 6 of this Agreement. Bargaining unit members participating in labor management committee meetings shall not be compensated.

Section 4. The City and the Union may mutually agree to establish special committees to address issues not within the realm of the Labor-Management committee. Such special committees, if established, shall likewise not engage in collective bargaining or the resolution of grievances.

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ARTICLE 10 SUBST AL'ICE ABUSE POLICY

Section 1. All members of the bargaining unit shall be subject to the City's Drug Free Work Place Policy.

Section 2. All Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators, Utility Maintenance Mechanics and positions requiring a CDL license shall also be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. The selection of employees for random testing shall be made through the use of a lottery selection procedure supervised by a Union representative. Random tests shall be unannounced and shall be spread among employees reasonably throughout the year; provided, however, that all employees names will be entered into a random name selection program whereby the employee could be selected to take more than one drug test annually or not be selected at all.

Section 3. Department Heads shall be notified of the employees selected for random testing. The Department Head or his designee shall be responsible for then seeing to it that the employee is relieved of duty and sent or transported to the test site. If the employee is on leave, the selection shall be kept confidential until the employee returns.

Section 4. All tests will be made in accordance with the standards set forth in Section 440.102 (5) and (6) Florida Statutes. Bargaining unit employees who refuse to take a random test as directed, or who test positive, will be disciplined in accordance with the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy.

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ARTICI,E 11 HEALTH INSURANCE

Section l. The fiscal year 20G9 10-2011 monthly cafeteria plan allowance, ef $858.70 637.92 will remain unchanged for fiscal year 2011-2012 and the in effect for the duration of the agreement and the discretionary spending allotment of the cafeteria allowance ($125.70) will remain unchanged. That portion of the cafeteria allowance designated for health

Section 2. The cafeteria supplemental allowance 'Nill be $180 per month for each employee that covers his/her ~;pouse or child(ren) and $270 per month for coverage of his/her family under the for health insurance plan !Q!:..illm£lli:!ml9mTI!J~.!YL!l..l:~!!£~~J....QY..l~

Additionally, the City will absorb any increase in the health insurance costs for the HMO Diplomat Plan.

Section 3. Health Care Committee- The City reserves the right to form a Health Care Committee, as needed, with the Administrative Services Director as Chairperson with representation by bargaining unit members and non-bargaining unit members.

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ARTICLE 12 PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST FOR LIFEGUARDS

Lifeguards will be required to pass a fitness test once annually to determine their fitness to perform lifesaving functions. Lifeguards who fail the test will be placed on administrative leave without pay until they have passed the fitness test. Lifeguards who are placed on administrative leave without pay may first use any accrued, but unused vacation pay, before leave without pay is required. The time of the tests will be scheduled by management with a minimum of 14 days advance notice. Lifeguards who fail to pass the fitness test after 4 attempts will be subject to termination of employment proceedings. The following will constitute the fitness test to be administered:

1. Swim 500 yards continuously, using these strokes in the following order:

a. 200 yards of front crawl using rhythmic breathing and a stabilizing, propellant kick.

b. 100 yards breaststroke

c. 200 yards of either front crawl or breaststroke or a mixture of these strokes

2. Surface dive, retrieve and return to the surface a 10 pound object from a water depth of at least 6 feet

3. Tread water for 2 minutes (may not use hands to tread)

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ARTICLE 13 "HARD USE" ALLO\VANCE

Employees who receive a monthly "hard use" payment for the use of their privately owned vehicle for official City duties, hauling equipment or using a personal vehicle for inspections at ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~will receive $95 have the monthly.:. $60 "hard use"

October l, 2007 $95

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ARTICLE 14 Al\1ENDJ\rlENTS

This Agreement may be amended at any time by the mutual consent of the parties, but such attempted amendment shall not be of any force or effect until placed in writing and executed by each party hereto.

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ARTICLE 15 WELLNESS

1. CANCER SCREENINGS AND ANNUAL PHYSICALS - The City will reimburse the copayments for obtaining cancer screenings and an annual physical for employees and dependents covered under the City's health insurance plan.

2. RECREATION CENTER MEMBERSHIP - The City will pay the annual Recreation Center membership fee for an employee and family membership.

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ARTICLE 16 RETIREMENT PLAN

The General Employees' Retirement Plan will be closed to new hires represented by AFSCME effective upon City Council approval of the amended ordinance.

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ARTICLE 17 DURATION

In witness whereof, the parties hereto have set their hands this day of ____ _ 20@

FORAFSCME:

ROY GIBSON PRESIDENT, Local 3228

Date: _________ _

By:

IRWIN SCHARFELD CHIEF NEGOTIATOR

Date:

By:

NEGOTIATING MEMBERS

Date:

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FOR THE CITY OF SANIBEL:

JUDIE ZIMOMRA CITY MANAGER

Date: __________ _

By:

JIM ISOM ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIR.

Date: __________ _

City of Sanibel and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Agreement Approved by Resolution No. 12-003; Date: January 3, 20 12; Effective Date: October I, 20 ll

RESOLUTION 12-011







Kevin Ruane, Mayor




AUTHENTICATION:


Res. 12-011

Prepared by

F. Slane

FUND DEPT

DOCUMENT NUMBER


Project Number

Amount Prior To ChanJJ.£_

TOTAL

lncr/(Decr) lncr/(Decr) EXPENSE

012

To transfer $35,000 from the General Fund reserve for contmgencies for Cisco to provide information technology consulting and advisory servrces This budget amendment does not increase or decrease the FY12 budget

Date Approved by Date Input by GROUP# Date

1/3/2012

MEMORANDUM


TO: Judie Zimomra, City Manager

FROM: Bert Smith, MIS Director

RE: Contract Cisco to Review, Diagnose and

Troubleshoot Network Performance Issues

The City has begun to utilize external and Cloud based technologies for

providing key software and data storage capabilities. The City network is

the core to move into these technology areas. On December 5, we went

live with Tyler Munis as the first phase to move away from HTE.

The use of Munis is through a business model called Application Service

Provider (“ASP”). In this model, all the data servers are located outside of

Sanibel and are accessed over the Internet. Sanibel accesses Munis over

the Internet through an encrypted connection utilizing Cisco technology.

The City and Tyler use 100% Cisco networking equipment.

During the planning and implementation phase for Munis, we

experienced some performance delays and worked with Tyler to resolve

the issues. We have implemented their recommendations but still

experience very intermittent performance delays. With Sanibel’s future

reliance on the need for a solid and very reliable network and Internet

connection, I am recommending contracting Cisco for two weeks to

review, diagnose and troubleshoot to resolve performance issues. The

cost for this project will be $35,000.

Many companies exist to provide routine services in this area, but the

performance issue we experience requires a very detailed understanding

of networking and the ability to audit deeply into network data streams. If

we go through a RFP process, it will be unlikely that we will know for sure

that selected firm will have the capabilities and skills for this service. Many

firms know how to use the tools, but where they would fall short is

understating the data produced from the tools and knowing for sure the

appropriate solution. Their approach is to change a network parameter

or device and see if that fixes the issue. In Sanibel’s case, this approach is

not likely to be as successful as will be working directly with Cisco.

RESOLUTION 12-007

APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENTffRANSFER NO. 2012-011 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE






Kevin Ruane, Mayor




AUTHENTICATION:


Res. 12-007

FUND

001 001

Prepared by:

F. Slane

FUND DEPT

DOCUMENT NUMBER

CITY OF SANIBEL BUDGETAMENDMENT~RANSFER

Project Number

Amount Prior To Change

TOTAL

lncr/(Decr) REVENUE

I BA 20121

lncr/(Decr) EXPENSE

Amount After Change

To budget a $23,039 return of premium, paid in a prior year, from the Florida Municipal Insurance Trust. This amendment increases the FY12 budget by $23,039.

Date Approved by: Date Input by: GROUP# Date

1/3/2012

FL Municipal Insurance Trust

To: Oty of Sanibel

Invoice Number Date

0910 ROP 11/15/2011

531

FL Municipal Insurance Trust 301 s. Bronough st., Suite 300 P.O. Box 1757 Tallahassee, FL 32303

Description

09·10 Return of Premium

Pay Twenty Three Thousand Thirty Nine Dollars and 00 Cents

To tihe Order of:

City of Sani~l Attn: Mr. Jim Isom 800 Dunlop Road Sanibel, Fl 33957

TOTALS!

Capital City Bank P.O. Box!JOO

Amount

$23,039.00

$23,039.00

1801 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, PL 32302-0900

Check Number:

Date:

Discount

$0.00

$0.00

•·tjjj Nov 16,2011

011478

11/16/2011

Paid Amount

$23,039.00

011478

63·68/631

•m•J*'UI $23,039.00

ANNUAL OPERATING PLAN

between the

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, SOUTHEAST REGION,

J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge

and

THE SANIBEL CAPTIVA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION

and

THE CITY OF SANIBEL

and

THE SANIBEL FIRE RESCUE DISTRICT

2012

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Purpose:

This Annual Operating Plan (AOP) supplements the 2010 Fire Management Cooperative Agreement between the United States Department of Interior, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Southeast Region, J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and the City of Sanibel, FL.

This Fire Management Cooperative Agreement facilitates the cooperation of the parties in the use of prescribed fire to maintain or restore wildlife habitats, ecosystems, and endangered or threatened species. It additionally provides for reciprocal assistance during wildland fire incidents and the limited interchange of personnel, equipment, information, and funds.

This AOP has been developed jointly and contains detailed, specific procedures that will provide safe, efficient, and effective cooperative prescribed burning activities and subsequent contingency or suppression actions for any wildfire that may be converted from a prescribed fire.

We are committed to mutual support and to all wildland fire management cooperators assisting in wildland fire management efforts. We recognize and respect each agency's primary missions and differences in organizations and procedures. We will focus our efforts on building upon the strengths of these differences as well as our common interests.

Personnel from each agency should become familiar with the offices and personnel in their respective areas representing their cooperating organizations. It is mutually advantageous to bring each organization's forces to bear on wildland fires burning in these areas in order to provide a timely response.

The Service, SCCF and the City of Sanibel hereby waive all claims against each other for the compensation of any loss, damage, personnel injury or death occurring as a consequence of performance or any provision of the Plan.

MUTUAL AID ZONES:

The J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge may offer assistance to the City of Sanibel and SCCF while working with the Florida Division of Forestry (Caloosahatchee Forestry Center) in suppression efforts on a wildland fire that is located on the island of Sanibel without prior approval from the Regional Office, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Atlanta, Ga.

Operational Use of Fire Management Plans:

The J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Fire Management Plan provides direction to guide fire management response of any organization responding to wildland fire on the DDNWR.

The city and SCCF fall under the jurisdiction of DOF for wildland fire response.

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Prescribed Burning:

The Prescribed Fire Plan (PFP) is the site-specific project implementation document. It is a legal document that provides the agency administrator the information needed to approve the plan and the Prescribed Fire Bum Boss with all the information needed to implement the prescribed fire. Prescribed fire projects must be implemented in compliance with the written plan and as stated in the Memorandum of Understanding.

Prescribed Fire Plans and activities must reflect the commitment that firefighter and public safety is the first priority. Every person involved in a prescribed fire is responsible for identifying safety issues and concerns. It is the responsibility of each individual participating in prescribed fire activities to notify their immediate supervisor of any possible misunderstanding of assigned tasks or safety concerns related to their assignment.

The chief-of-party for the assisting parties will work closely with the Prescribed Bum Boss. The chief of party representing the Service will review the bum plan and ensure that Service employees will be supervised by NWCG qualified supervisors. If the chief-of-party determines that the proposed bum is unsafe or has serious concerns about the advisability ofbuming, and is unable to reach a satisfactory agreement with the Bum Boss to rectify the situation, he or she retains the option of withdrawing the assisting party's resources. Decisions by refuge fire management staff to refuse an assignment will be documented in accordance with the NWCG Incident Response Pocket Guide. PMS 410-1 (IRPG).

The parties will provide assistance to each other at no charge for making available fire resources for operations and contingencies as well as planning and site preparation efforts. The parties will consult with the Florida Division of Forestry (DOF) District Foresters on the planning of prescribed burning activities and will make them aware of all scheduled bums in a timely manner and will coordinate with the DOF to meet State Smoke Management Guidelines per agency policy.

Fire Dispatch Procedures and Initial Attack:

In the event of a wildfire on FWS Lands or threatening FWS lands, the first responder will contact the Refuge who will in tum contact the District Fire Management Officer or designee. After hours, the contact list will be used to make correct notifications (See Appendix A). The contact list gives the phone numbers of key persons to be contacted for each agency. The first person reached on this list will be responsible for making sure that proper dispatch procedures are followed on behalf of the agency.

For fires occurring on FWS lands which extend beyond initial attack, the unified command structure will be utilized.

For fires occurring on non-FWS lands, the first response will be from the Sanibel Fire Rescue District. The Incident Commander will assume command of the incident, inform neighboring agencies, landowners and the Florida Division of Forestry.

The Sanibel Police Department will aid in coordination of evacuations, traffic control and public safety if

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necessary, regardless of fire location.

Command Structure:

The Unified Command Organization, as detailed under the Incident Command System (ICS) within the National Interagency Incident l'vfanagement System (NIIMS), may be established where appropriate. (Consult the NFES Publication 1466, titled "Unified Command".) This organization would combine the resources and personnel of all agencies in a combined suppression effort, with only one General and Command Staff. "Unified Commanders" who have jurisdictional interest in the incident will work together to set the fire objectives.

The Unified Command Approach may be initiated when one or more of the following conditions are met:

A. When one or more agencies have joint geographic jurisdiction over the same fire or fire complex.

B. When one or more agencies have a substantial resource commitment. This commitment is defined both in terms of quantity of resources committed and in the duration for which the resources are committed.

C. When agencies have significant values at risk. This may include situations where the fire is burning on one agency's lands and is threatening the other agency's jurisdictional lands.

The "Unified Command" approach is intended for use in such situations to optimize the efforts of each agency involved. Unified Command simply gives the cooperating agencies representation at the command level. Unified Commanders would work for the agency administrators who have jurisdictional authority and responsibility for the land. It is recognized that a letter of delegation of authority will spell out the terms of this relationship. The Unified Commanders will jointly develop fire suppression objectives reflective of the duties ofthe agencies involved. Although the Unified Command system utilizes two or more IC's to manage the fire, there is only one fire organization. It is imperative that all areas of such an organization work together to meet the objectives set forth by the commanders. This requires that the organization be located in one command center, and work towards meeting the same overall objectives which are developed for the entire incident.

Aviation:

Aircraft and pilots used to transport Service personnel or directly controlled by the Service shall be approved by the US Department of Interior, National Business Center, Aviation Management Directorate (AMD).

Aircraft use shall follow the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Aviation Plan.

Communications:

Radio frequencies used for wildland fire suppression and related activities will be shared between the agencies through mutual agreement. The FWS and the DOF has analog high band radio frequency

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capability however the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation, the City of Sanibel and the Sanibel Fire Rescue District do not. All personnel on a fire will have a portable radio and for those who do not, a radio will be assigned at the incident. All fires involving Division and/or FWS resources will use Division and/or FWS analog frequencies. A compatible radio will be made available for all non-service personnel. (See Appendix B)

NOTE: Clear text is mandatory on fires under the ICS. Do not use codes, alpha-numeric designators, jargon or any other form of speech which may result in an unclear or imprecise message. When making initial contact, give the name of unit you are calling, and then identify yourselfl Emergency fire traffic takes precedence over routine communications.

Public Information:

It is the intent that all agencies will fully cooperate in seeking out media outreach opportunities associated with the Cooperative Fire Agreement. The purpose of this effort is to fully inform the public of the current situation in a prescribed fire or wildland fire suppression operation, the risks to the public, the effects of the fire on the land, and the progress being made by the respective agencies in managing the fire(s). Throughout any media contacts, the roles of the cooperating agencies in fighting wildland fires and protecting life and property will be emphasized. Where appropriate, a Public Information Officer (PIO) will be assigned to facilitate all agencies information outreach needs.

The police department maintains a list of special needs citizens, which will be available to bum bosses as needed.

Fire Reports:

The Prescribed Fire Plan shall be the primary documentation for the implementation of each prescribed bum. The Prescribed Fire Bum Boss is required to document the implementation of the bum detailing the conditions and significant events involved in the bum, including as initial assessment regarding the effectiveness ofthe bum.

Fire reports will be submitted for each wildfire. Fires in the mutual threat zone will be reported to the adjoining agency by the responding agency, and final fire reports provided.

Accomplishment reporting will be in accordance with individual agency procedures.

Fire Weather:

The FWS Fire Weather Station located at J.N. "Ding" Darling NWR is an FTS weather station (Lat. 26.4408/Long. -82.1047) and is accessible through WIMS (Weather Information Management System) or ROMAN. Fire weather data gathered by the FWS weather station will be made available to the Division, either direct access or by phone call to the refuge office. The FL DOF will likewise make their weather station information available to the FWS.

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The FWS Weather Station is equipped with a GOES Satellite transmitter which makes real time data available over the internet at:

The Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation also maintains a weather station located adjacent to the Ding Darling RAWS. This data is available via the internet at:

The City of Sanibel does not maintain a weather station.

Training & Qualifications:

The Prescribed Bum Boss for joint-jurisdiction prescribed bums shall be agreed upon by the agency administrators of the FWS, Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and City of Sanibel. The FWS, Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and City of Sanibel agree to accept the fire position training and qualifications of the NWCG PMS 310-1 Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide for all joint or Service jurisdictional bums. The chief of party representing the Service will review the bum plan and ensure that Service employees will be supervised by NWCG-qualified supervisors.

The parties will cooperate in providing fire training opportunities to each other. This cooperation includes sharing instructors, facilities, and classroom opportunities. An annual fireline safety refresher and work capacity test (pack test) will be conducted on an annual basis at a location determined by all parties.

Reviews:

• After-Action Reviews

An After-Action Review (AAR) involving all personnel involved in the bum will be conducted and documented after every prescribed bum. The climate surrounding an AAR must be one in which the participants openly and honestly discuss what transpired, in sufficient detail and clarity, so everyone understands what did and did not occur and why. Most importantly participants should leave with a strong desire to improve their proficiency.

The AAR is to be performed immediately after the event as possible by the personnel involved. The leader's role is to ensure there is skilled facilitation of the AAR. The leader will reinforce that respectful disagreement is OK. Participants are to keep focused on the "what", not the "who". The leader will ensure that everyone participates, and that the AAR is ended on a positive note.

AAR Format (NWCG Incident Response Pocket Guide-PMS 461):

1 -What was planned? 2 What actually happened? 3 -Why did it happen? 4 What can we do next time to correct weaknesses & sustain strengths?

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• Escaped Fire Reviews

The agency administrator(s) will be notified of an escaped fire. The agency administrator(s) is required to make the proper notifications. All prescribed fires that have been converted to wildfire will have an investigative review initiated by the agency administrator(s). The level and scope of the review will be determined by policy and procedure in the Interagency Standards for Fire and Fire Aviations Operations (Red Book) for USFWS prescribed bums and will be determined by City and SCCF Administrators for bums conducted on SCCF or City property.

Fire Resources:

A list of personnel (See Appendix C) and equipment (See Appendix D) available for fire fighting and support operations for the FWS, Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and City of Sanibel is attached. These resources may be requested for any emergency or for prescribed bums as mutually agreed upon by responsible representatives of the organizations. It is the responsibility of the District Fire Management Officer for the FWS, representatives of the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and the City of Sanibel to update this list and notify each other of any changes in availability.

Appendices:

A. Contact List B. Radio Frequencies C. Personnel and Qualifications D. Equipment List

Period of Performance:

This Operating Plan shall become effective from signature date by all three parties and will continue in effect until December 31, 2012. The Operating Plan shall be reviewed by all aforementioned parties annually and will be considered valid for a period of one year from signature date unless written notice is given by one of the three aforementioned parties before that date. The Operating Plan may be terminated by any of the three parties upon thirty (30) days written notice of such termination to the other parties.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Operating Plan to be executed by an authorized official on the date and year set forth below their signature.

For the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Paul Tritaik, Project Leader J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Complex

For the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

Erick Lindblad, Executive Director Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

For the City of Sanibel

Judie Zirnornra, City Manager City of Sanibel

For the SantbelFire /

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~~~!::::;1 t> aniel Duncan, Chief

Sanibel Fire Rescue District

Date: ------

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Appendix A:

Contacts f or the Service/SCCF/the City of Sanibel/Sanibel Fire Rescue/Sanibel Police

NAME POSITION LOCATION PHONEt P ul Ryan Lead For try T~ cb Ding Darling NWR Office 239/472-1100 x239

Cell 2_391826-6755 ~e_~tel 159*506070*1

P ul Tritaik Refug Manager Din DarlingNWR Office 239/472/1100 x223 Cell 239/233-2270

Jo ce Palmer Depu R fuge Manager Din DarlingNWR Office 239/472/1100 ~25

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239/222-1692 . .. ~ ... ---....... - ·- ·· Erick Lindblad Executive Director SCCF Office 239/472-2329

Cell 239/470-3564 Chris Lechowicz Wildlife Habitat SCCF Office 239/472-3984 x200

~anagement ~irector Cell 239/470-3303 ···- ··-····-----

Rob Loflin atural R ourc Ci of anibel Office 239/472-3700 Director CeU 239n70-0003

Jame Evan En ironm ntal Biologist Ci ofSanib I Office 239/472-3700

'------- - . ------ Cell 239/297-1857 -------'---

Cass Palmer District Fire Management Florida Panther Office 239/657-5476 Officer NWR Cell 239/682-9647

Robert Trincado Assistant Fire Florida Panther Office 239/657-7637 Management Officer NWR Cell 239/253-4135

Nextel 158*41*63796 Greg Suszek Prescribed Fire Specialist Florida Panther Office 239/657-5812

NWR Cell 239/877-9545 Nextel 159*96676*1

Jay Mickey Senior Firefighter Florida Panther Office 239/657-7637 x25 NWR Cell 2391707-9281

Nextel 158*41 *4211 1-------- ----Sanib I Fir 239/472-5525 Danny Duncan bicf R cue Office Di trict Cell 239/565-9474

Nextel 159*98804*5 Matt Scott D poty Chief Sanibel Fire Rescu Office 239/472-5525

District CeU 239/565-5087 i

-- .. ---- -- ---Bill Tomlinson Chief Sanibel Police Dept. Office 239/472-3111

Cell 239/464-1200

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Contacts for the Florida Division of Forestry: Caloosahatchee District

NAME POSITION Hank Graham District Manager Johnny Bryson Fire Operations Jim Isaacs Forest Area Supervisor Mike Weston Forester

Florida Division of Forestry Caloosahatchee District Office 10941 State Road 80, FT. Myers, FL. 33905. 690-3500 office 690-3504 FAX

RADIO 10# LOCATION Cal1 Fort Myers Cal2 Fort Myers Cal3 Fort Myers Cal16 Fort Myers

PHONE# 239/690-3500 239/690-3500 239/690-3500 239/690-3500

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Appendix B:

Radio Frequencies for FWS and DOF Trarwntt TxCh.

CH.I TYPE CH.Name Rec:etve Freq RxCh. Guard Freq Guard 1 AnalciQ FP RPTR 164.625 118.8 163.150 118.8 2 Analog FPTAC 1 168.200 168.200 3 AnaiQg__ ~PTAC2 168.050 __

f-·-· 168.050

4 Analog DOF RPTR-172 159.450 159.450 5 Analog DOF RED 154.265 154.265 6 Analog DOFWHITE 154.280 154.280 7 Analog DOF BLUE 154.295 154.295 8 Analog DOF GREEN 154.010 154.010 103.5 9 Analog DOF TAC 9 151.235 151.235 10 Analog DOF TAC 10 151.295 151.295 11 Analog DOF 1 MOBILE 159.315 159.315 12 AnaiQg__ AIR/GRND 170.475 170.475 ·--·- -·-

OASISRPTR .......

13 Analog 172.425 171 .625 103.5 14 Analog CRNSTWN RPTR 172.425 170.100 103.5 15 Analog BICYTAC 167.950 167.950

.___!~ Analog BICY LCL 172.425 172.425 ---'--,-. - - - ···- .

*All FWS radios are programmed with the above cooperator frequencies.

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Appendix C:

Firefighter Qualilications Name Qualifications Home Unit Fitness Level Paul Ryan ICT 4, ENGB, FIRB, HECM, Ding Darling NWR Arduous

PLDO Jeremy Conra~ FFT1 Dif"'g Darlin_g NWR Arduous -·-Tob~ Clark FFT2 SCCF Arduous Cass Palmer DIVS, ICT3 Florida Panther NWR Arduous Robert Trincado DIVS, ICT3 Florida Panther NWR Arduous Greg Suszek TFLD, ICT4, RXB2, ENGB, Florida Panther NWR Arduous

HMGB Jay Mickey TFLD, STEN, ICT4, ENGB, Florida Panther NWR Arduous

FIRB, HMGB Wesley O'Connor DZOP I ENGB, HECM Florida Panther NWR Arduous PauiStevko ENGB, HECM, PLDO, FIRB Florida Panther NWR Arduous Brian Bagozzi ENGB, HECM, PLDO Florida Panther NWR Arduous Dave Lucas DZOP, FFT2 Florida Panther NWR Arduous _j

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AppendixD:

Equipment available f or Fire Supp!ession Activities Equipment Description Number location Dozer Caterpillar D5M LGP, w/transport 1 FPNWR Engine Type VI w/235 gal. water 1 FPNWR Swamp Buggy w/water capability 2 FPNWR ATV 4x4 2 FPNWR UTV 4x4 w/60 gal. water 1 FPNWR ~· Caterpillar D6K LGP, w/transport JNDDNWR Dozer 1 Engine Type VI w/330 gal. water 1 JNDDNWR ATV 4x4 1 JNDDNWR UTV 4x4 w/60 gal. water 1 JNDDNWR Brush Truck 4x4 w/300 gal. water 1 Sanibel Fire Rescue Dist. --Brush Truck 4x4 w/200 gal. water 1 SCCF ..

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AGREEMENT

This agreement is entered into this --~~ day of _____ , 201 ___ , by and

among Sanibel Beautification, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "Sanibel Beautification"),

Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (hereinafter referred to as "SCCF") and the

City of Sanibel, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as "City").

Whereas, Sanibel Beautification's mission has been to promote the on-going

beautification of Sanibel Island for the residents and visitors to Sanibel, their children

and for the future beauty and livability of Sanibel Island; and

Whereas, to assist in funding the mission of Sanibel Beautification, donors have been

provided the opportunity to have their message engraved on a paver brick by

celebrated island artist, Luke Century; and

Whereas, over the past 11 years the engraved pavers of donors have been placed near

the flagpole at the intersection of Periwinkle Way and Lindgren Boulevard; and

Whereas, there are now 349 such pavers at this location attesting to the broad support

of the mission of Sanibel Beautification and the support of residents, visitors and

community organizations that support the beautification of Sanibel; and

Whereas, maintaining the integrity and viability of this symbolic collection of engraved

pavers is of paramount concern to Sanibel Beautification;

Now, therefore, in consideration of covenants set forth below and other good and

valuable consideration, acknowledged by each party to be sufficient and to have been

received by each party, Sanibel Beautification, SCCF and the City hereby agree as

follows:

1. In the event that the City at any time in the future proposes to alter the configuration

of the intersection of Periwinkle Way and Lindgren Boulevard in a manner that would

destroy or damage the pavers, or in the event that the City takes or proposes other

actions which would damage or destroy the pavers or render their location at the

intersection of Periwinkle Way and Lindgren Boulevard unusable for such purposes, the

City agrees to make it's best efforts to notify SCCF at least 45 calendar days prior to any

such actions on the part of the City.

2. During such 45 day prior notice period, SCCF shall have the opportunity (after

obtaining any otherwise - required approvals or permits from the City) to remove the

pavers and transport the pavers, at no cost to the City, to a location deemed

appropriate by SCCF. Such location may include SCCF property approved for such use or

another location owned or controlled by the City which is approved by the City in

advance.

3. The intent of the parties is to protect and preserve the pavers and, should it become

necessary to remove and relocate the pavers, to place such pavers in a location where

they can be arranged and exhibited in a cohesive manner where such pavers are readily

accessible to the public for viewing.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this agreement to be executed and

their official seals, where applicable, affixed hereto on the day and year of first written

above.

CITY CLERK

DATE

PRINTED

PRINTED

CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA

CITY MANAGER

DATE

SANIBEL BEAUTIFICATION, INC

SANIBEL-CAPTIVA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION

Memorandum

DATE: January 3, 2012

TO: City Council

THROUGH: City Manager Judie Zimomra

FROM: Public Works Director Gates Castle./~ ~c_

RE: Bowman's Beach Family Restroom

RECOMMENDATION: Award Bowman 's Beach family restroom construction contract to Compass Construction, Inc. in the amount of $220,409.00 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract.

The existing Bowman's Beach Park restroom building was constructed in 1996 with handicapped accessible separate men's and women's rooms. In order to increase the restroom capacity while promoting the family-friendly focus of this major park facility, a family style restroom is proposed to supplement the existing restroom. Tourist Development Council funding has been secured for the new restroom and Woodruffe Architects were selected to design the facility . The design features include:

A 29' X 17' pile supported grade beam/slab foundation building with painted concrete block walls and a standing seam metal roof. Two family style unisex restrooms and one storage/equipment room.

- Restrooms are ADA-compliant and include baby changing stations, lighting and electric hand dryers

- Electrical system consists of a battery storage bank to be charged by solar or LCEC grid power depending upon weather conditions. Excess power to back feed to LCEC grid.

In response to an Advertisement for Bids which appeared in the November 14, 2011 edition of the News-Press, five contractors submitted bids to perform the work. The bids were opened and read aloud on December 15, 2011 in the presence of Nicole Wesley of Chris-tel, Jeff Maddox from Maddox Construction, Laura Dieter of Compass Construction, Mark Valin from Wright Construction, Diane Hammond of Stultz, Inc. and Scott Krawczuk and Gates Castle from the City. As per the attached bid tabulation, the low base bid was submitted by Compass Construction, Inc. in the amount of$220,409.00.

Staff recommends that Council award the Bowman's Beach Park family restroom construction contract to Compass Construction, Inc. in the amount of $220,409.00 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract (copy attached). The Tourist Development Council grant will fund the entire cost of the project.

C: City Attorney Ken Cuyler Finance Director Sylvia Edwards

Dec ·II

A. BASE BID

Item No. Quantity Unit

1 1 LS

B. BID ADD ALTERNATES

tem N Q U . 0. uant1ty mt

THE CITY OF SANIBEL- BOWMAN'S BEACH PARK FAMILY RESTROOM CONSTRUCTION Bid Opening 12-15-11 at 2:30p.m., Project Duration is 90 Days

Compass Construction, Inc. Stultz, Inc.

Description Unit Price$ Extended Price $ Unit Price$ Extended Price $

Bowman's Beach Family Restroom Construction (Including Water. Sewer. and Conventional/Solar Electrical Services}_ $220.409.00 $220,409.00 $242,821.00 $242,821.00

Total: $220,409.00 Total : $242,821.00

D escnpt1on u . p. $ n1t nee E d d p . $ xten e nee U "tP . $ 01 nee Ext d d P . $ en e nee

Shower slabs, walls and plumbing as specified in Section 01030 and shown on

1 1 LS drawings $10,190.00 $10,190.00 $9,924.00 $9,924.00

BASE BID PLUS ALTERNATE

A1 + 61 T otardL..-_.=$2:..:3~0,:.:.5=99:.:.c. O:..:O'-----'

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Total: ._I __ ..:$.=.25:..:2::.:.., 7'--45c.::..:..::.o..:..o __ _J

Wright Construction Group, Inc.

Unit Price$ Extended Price $

$245,740.00 $245,740.00

Total: $245,740.00

U "tP. $ nl nee Et ddP. $ xen e nee

$14.950.00 $14,950.00

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THE CITY OF SANIBEL- BOWMAN'S BEACH PARK FAMILY RESTROOM CONSTRUCTION Bid Opening 12-15-11 at 2:30 p.m. , Project Duration is 90 Days

A. BASE BID


1 1 LS

B. BID ADD ALTERNATES


1 1 LS

BASE BID PLUS ALTERN ATE

A1 + B1

Description

Bowman's Beach Family Restroom Construction {Including Water, Sewer, and Conventional/Solar Electrical Services)

Description

Shower slabs, walls and plumbing as specified in Section 01030 and shown on drawings

Chris-Tel Construction Maddox Construction Company

Unit Price $ Extended Price$ Unit Price$ Extended Price $

$251,801.00 $251 ,801.00 $284,337.00 $284,337.00

Total: $251 ,801.00 Total: $284,337.00

Unit Price$ Extended Price $ Unit Price $ Extended Price $

$10,294.00 $10,294.00 $14,770.00 $14,770.00

Total: Ll_...::$.::.26:..:2::.:.c, 0:..:9...::5:..:.o...::o_...~ Totai:LI_....:$:.::2.::.c99:.:..,1....:0c.c.7c..::..o..::..o _ _,

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CONTRACT

THIS CONTRACT, made this day of , 2012 by and between THE CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA, hereinafter called "OWNER", and Compass Construction, Inc. doing business as a corporation, hereinafter called "CONTRACTOR".

WITNESSETH: That for and in consideration of the payments and agreements hereinafter mentioned:

1. The CONTRACTOR will commence and complete the construction which includes: Bowman's Beach Park Family Restroom Construction.

2. The CONTRACTOR will furnish all of the material, supplies, tools, equipment, labor and other services necessary for the completion of the project described herein.

3. The CONTRACTOR will commence the work required by the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS within 10 calendar days after date of the NOTICE TO PROCEED and will complete the same within NINETY (90) calendar days unless the period for completion is extended otherwise by the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS.

4. The CONTRACTOR agrees to perform all of the WORK described in the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS for the sum of $220,409.00, said amount being the total lump sum price as listed on the Contractor's proposal form as submitted for this project.

5. The term "CONTRACT DOCUMENTS" means and includes the following:

A. Advertisement for Bids B. Information for Bidders C. Proposal D. Agreement E. General Conditions F. Performance and Payment Bond G. Notice of Award H. Notice to Proceed I. Change Order J. Plans prepared by Woodroffe Corporation Architects K. Specifications prepared by City of Sanibel and Woodroffe Corporation Architects

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L. ADDENDA:

None.

6. The OWNER will pay to the CONTRACTOR in the manner and at such times as set forth in the General Conditions such amounts as required by the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS.

7. No deviation from the Contract Documents will be allowed, honored or compensated unless accompanied by a fully executed change order.

8. This Agreement shall be binding upon all parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed, or caused to be executed by their duly authorized officials, this Agreement in counterparts each of which shall be deemed an original on the date first above written.

(SEAL) OWNER City of Sanibel

ATTEST ____________________ __ By ______________________________ ___

Name ________________________ __ Name -------------------------------

Title _______________________ _ Title -------------------------

(SEAL) CONTRACTOR Compass Construction, Inc.

ATTEST ____________________ __ By ______________________________ ___

Name ________________________ __ Name ------------------------------

Title ____________________ _ Title -------------------------

Approved as to form

City Attorney

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Memorandum


TO: City Council


FROM: Public Works Director Gates Castle ;J ~ L.

RE: Center 4 Life Building

Recommendation: Approve Scope of Design Services for Center 4 Life Building Improvements and authorize staff to proceed with advertising for the architectural/engineering services.

The 5-Year Capital Improvement budget includes $90,000 in FY 12 and $770,000 in FY13 for improvements to the Center 4 Life building. Attached are copies of the August 3, 2010 and May 3, 2011 memos to Council regarding the project. The next step is to proceed with securing architectural/engineering services utilizing the Consultants' Competitive Negotiations Act process. The first step in the CCNA process is to publish a Request for Proposals, based upon a scope of work (proposed scope attached).

Staff recommends that Council approve the Scope ofDesign and Construction Services for Center 4 Life Building Improvements and authorize staff to proceed with advertising for the required architectural/engineering services.

cc: City Attorney Ken Cuyler Finance Director Sylvia Edwards

Dec- II

Scope of Design and Construction Services for Center 4 Life Building Improvements

The City of Sanibel is seeking professional services in conjunction w ith proposed improvements to the Center 4 Life building located on Library Way. The building currently houses the Island Seniors and Community Housing and Resources (CHR).

The scope of services would include, but not be limited to:

- Structural analysis of the building to determine the viability to utilize the building structure for the project.

- Design of a new roofing system - Incorporate energy efficiency into the project design - Design of a new HV AC system - Develop o ptions for utilization of interior space - Assist the City with the bidding proc ess - Provide construction services including shop drawing review and

periodic inspection of the work - Provide construction cost estimate

In addition to the professional services listed above, the firm will meet with the project shareholders (City, Island Seniors and CHR) to discuss design options and scheduling.

MEMORANDUM

DATE: May 3, 2011

TO: City Council


FROM: Public Works Director Gates Castle , j Jj (_

SUBJECT: Center 4 Life Building

In conjunction with the possible remodeling of the CHR offices within the subject building, an analysis has been made of the current uses, possible building reconfiguration for better space utilization, and associated construction costs. The current areas utilized by the various functions are as follows:

-Seniors (including offices) -CHR -Common Areas (hallways, restrooms, etc) -Reception Area

Total

=3,170SF = 740 SF = 850 SF = 310 SF = 5,070 SF

One possible reconfiguration would maintain the same square footage for CHR, but create a separate entrance for them. This would allow the Island Seniors space to expand by better utilization of hallway space and elimination of the reception area.

It is recommended that before any City funds are expended on remodeling, that a trussed, sloped roof and a new HVAC system be installed for the building. The estimated construction costs are as follows:

-Roof -HVAC -Interior modifications -Contingency (1 0%)

350,000 250,000 100,000 70,000

Total =$770,000

The estimated cost of a new building is $1,400,000 and presents the problem of temporarily housing the tenants during the construction process.

Architectural and engineering (mechanical and structural) services will be required for the remodeling project. The estimated cost of these services is $90,000 and it is recommended that this amount be included in the FY12 Capital Improvement budget.

It is further recommended that the $770,000 estimated construction cost be included in the FY13 Capital Improvement budget.

Cc: Finance Director Sylvia Edwards City Attorney Ken Cuyler

MEMORANDUM

DATE: August 3, 2010

TO: City Council


FROM: Public Works Director Gates Castle )J ~ c._.

RE: Center 4 Life Building

The subject building (formally Civic Center) is an old building with a leaky flat roof and air conditioning problems that currently houses the City's Seniors Program and CHR offices. The 5-Year CIP includes $90,000 in 2012 for the design and $250,000 in 2013 to rehabilitate the building by adding a sloped roof for better drainage and to allow for new air conditioning ductwork to be installed in the trusses. It would cost between $39,000 and $46,000 to install a new flat roof over existing roof, which would solve the problems with leaks, but not the inadequate A/C duct space.

In order to plan the appropriate maintenance strategy for the building, Council direction is requested. Is it Council's intention to continue to house City or City-related functions at the Center 4 Life Building and, if so, does Council support the rehabilitation proposed for 2013?

Cc: City Attorney Ken Cuyler Recreation Director Chris Deal

RESOLUTION 12-005



SECTION 1. The revised Beach Parking Fund for fiscal year 2011-2012, Budget Amendment/Transfer BA 2012-013 true copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference, is hereby approved and accepted.




Kevin Ruane, Mayor




AUTHENTICATION:


Res. 12-005

Prepared by

F. Slane

FUND

DOCUMENT NUMBER


Project Amount Prior Number

TOTAL

lncr/(Decr) REVENUE

lncr/(Decr) EXPENSE

Amount After Change

To appropriate $898,000 from the Lee County Tourist Development Council (TDC) for fiscal Year 2011-12 for Sanibel Facility/Beach Maintenance. This amendment increases the FY12 budget by $898,000

Date Approved by Date Input by GROUP# Date

1/3/2012

December 14, 2011

Ms, Judith Zimomra City Manager CITY OF SANIBEL 800 Dunlop Road

I h at

FORT MYERS

Sanibel, Florida 33957-4096

Dear Ms. Zimomra,

SANIBEL 11

Enclosed please find the fully executed "Agreement for Tourist Development Tax Funding" documents for the project approved for funding in Lee County's fiscal year 2011-2012.

Project No.

401656 Sanibel Facility/Beach Maintenance

Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact this office

Sincerely,

Nancy MacPhee Program Manager

Enclosures

cc: T. Pigott, Executive Director

$ 898,000.00

I I

PURCHASE ORDER Page No.:

LEE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

DIVISION OF PURCHASING

Bill TO LEE COUNTY FINANCE DEPARTMENT

PO BOX 398

FORT MYERS, Fl 33902 03913

(239) 533-5450 TELEPHONE (239) 485-5460 FAX

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

PO DRAWER 2238

FORT MYERS. FL 33902-2238

(239) 533-2100

FLORIDA SALES TAX EXEMPT/ON NO. 85-13012622170C-4

Any person or aftlhate as deflned by statute who has been p1aced on the convicted vendor list following a conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a bid or a contract to

provide any goods or servrces to the County; may not submit a bid on a contract with the County for the construction or repair of a public building or a public work; may not

submit bids or leases of real property to the County: may not be awmded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or a consultant under a contract wrth the

County; and rnay not transact business with the County in excess of $25.000 for a period of 36 months from the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list

VENDOR: 101607

CITY OF SANIBEL

800 DUNLOP ROAD

SANIBEL, FL 33957

SHIP TO: VISITOR & CONVENTION BUREAU - VCB

2201 SECOND STREET SUITE 600

FORT MYERS, FL 33901

BUSINESS PHONE 239 472-9615

FAX NUMBER: 239 472-3065

REOUIS/T/ONER: MALDONBR

BUYER: MALDONBR P.O. NO.: 5856

ORDER DATE

DELIVERY DATE

INSTRUCTIONS

FREIGHT TERMS NONE

CONFIRM TO:

INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT CITY OF SANIBEL

BLUE SHEET No :!0110968

SCHEDULED BOARD DATE: 1210612011

QUOTE/CONTRACT NO.: BLUE SHEET# 20110968

BRANCH~LANT:VCBOS

SUBJECT: TO REIMBURSE SANIBEL ISLAND FACILITY BEACH MAINTENANCE, AS OUTLINED IN THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION.

Line Rev

1.000 0

Item

99916

Description/ Account

INTERLOCAL GOVERNMENTAL

SANIBEL FACILITY BCH MAINT.

40165630101.508150

Ordered UOM Unit Price

EA .0000

Total Order:

PURCHASING AUTHORIZATION: ROBERT FRANCESCHINI

Extended Price Req. No.

898,000.00

898,000.00

Type

AGREEMENT FOR TOURIST DEVELOPMENT TAX FUNDING

THI AGREEMENT is entered mto by Rnd between LEE COUNTY, a political

the Florida, hereinafter referred to as the "COUNTY" ancl the City

of Sanibel, a municipality mcorporated in the State of Florida, hereinafter referred to as

"RECIPIENT", for fundmg prov1ded by Lee County pursuant to its Tounst Development

Plan

WHEREAS, to Florida Statutes§ 125.0104 and Lee County Ordinance No.

10-31 as may be amended from time to time, Lee County collects tourist development tax;

and

WHEREAS, COUNTY and RECIPIENT acknowledge that the tourist development

tax rnay only be spent in <1ccordance with the Tourist Development Plan adopted by Lee

County; and

WHEREAS, the COUNTY has approved the RECIPIENT'S request for funding

under its Tounst Development Tax Plan for implementation of the following project:

NAME:

NUMBER

!U\ 11;c

Sanibel Facility/Beach Maintenance

401656

1

!LA 1

NOW. THEREFORE, TH E HE FOLLOWS

2

and

RECIPIENT will ttle work as outlined m the project description

to the COUNTY. The COUNTY will then

the RECIPIENT for an amount not to exceed $898,000 during the

COUNTY'S 2012.

IS limited to the project as described in the forms submitted

RECIPIENT to the Tourist Development Council. RECIPIENT may

not ;:my major alterations, changes or substitutions to the project

without obta1ning prior approval from the Tourist Development

and COUNTY. Minor changes, alter<Jtions and/or substitutions may

be approved by ttle Director of the Visitor Convention Bureau or her

des1gnee.

3 This Agreement is subject to the RECIPIENT'S compliance with the following

Special Conditions:~None

4. RECIPIENT shall provide to COUNTY evidence of substantial activity within

eighteen ( 18) months at the beginning of the fiscal year.

5. Unspent or unencumbered funds remaining at the end of the fiscal year may

be carried over into the next fiscal year, contingent upon approval of the

Board of County Commissioners.

6. Accurate records of all expenditures shall be maintained by the RECIPIENT,

and these records shall be made available at all reasonable times for

2

, review or audit by the COUNTY. Records shall be kept for a

at least three ( years following H1e end of the funding period.

RECIPIENT will submit quarterly reports to the COUNTY. Expenditure

rnust be accompanied by sufficient supporting invo1ces and

documentation to support pre-audit and posHJUdit review. The sufficiency

of said documentation shall be determined by the Clerk of the Circuit Court,

who may additional information as the circumstances require.

8. The COUNTY shall not be liable to any person, firm or corporation that

contracts with the RECIPIENTto provide goods and services associated with

the conducted with the funding. Nor shall the COUNTY be liable to

zmy person, f1rm or corporation for claims against the RECIPIENT or debts..r;

incurred by the RECIPIENT.

9 The RECIPIENT shall reimburse the Lee County Tourist Development Tax

Trust Fund for any sums adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction to be

an unauthorized expenditure.

10. The RECIPIENT covenants to the COUNTY that it has lawful authority to

enter into this agreement and has authorized the execution of this agreement

by its authorized representative.

11. Th1s agreement may not be modified, amended or extended orally. This

agreement may be amended only by written agreement executed by the

governing bodies of both parties.

3

IN WITNESS WHEREOF. ttH'l

executed the

CHARLIE G EN, CLERK

ATTEST CITY RK

hereto caused this to

duly L?±il day of

BOARD OF COUNTY COMM lONERS E COUNTY. FLORIDA

BY.

APPROVED AS TO FORM

CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA "'-.,,_ •J

'\ ! / I . I ///

BY•·~····~ k~. ~/ . /I I I

APPROVEid A~ORM

BY:L~d J./ CITY ATTORNEY'~

4

CITY OF SANIBEL

RESOLUTION 12-002

RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

WHEREAS, the terms on

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED

are a

commence 2

Section 3. Effective date.

resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the City Council ofthe City of Sanibel, Florida, this of January, 2012.

AUTHENTICATION:


1 Res. 10-003


Ruane Denham Congress Harrity Jeunings

Date filed with the City Clerk: ~~-~~-~~-

2 Res. I0-003

APPLICATION TO SERVE SANIBEL VOLUNTEER COMMITTEES

Check the Committee(s) for which you are applying: (may attach letter & relbJl~f 19 A!~ !0: 14

c Contractor Licensing Board (Monthly meetings; l" Thursday 4:00p.m.) C ~T0'1~ L1·;~ j'l·· ·.Ei~j LI:Sc i_ M t I f't.I - .. j ....

,_ Historical Preservation Committee (Monthly meetings ; I '1 Thurs. 9:00a.m. and Museum duties required) (NOTE: Must have "special knowledge, skills or interest in historic preservation.")

---Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee (Monthly meetings; 4th Thursday 8:00a.m.)

_-__ Vegetation Committee (Monthly meetings; 1'1 Thursday at 1:30 p.m. and inspection duties required) (NOTE: Must have passed the Sanibel Vegetation Exam prior to appointment.)

___ General Employee Pension Board of Trustees (Meets quarterly)

YE-S Planning Commission (Meets 2nd and 41h Tuesday of each month 9:00 a.m.)

___ Sanibel Police Pension Board of Trustees (Meets quarterly)

_ _ _ Recreation Financial Assistance Committee (Meets monthly as necessary)

_ _ _ Other (Lee Co Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC); Lee Co Human Services Council)

Of Committees Marked How Many Meetings Have You Attended? ____ _

New Member _ ___.__Y_E.:;;__S..;:;..__ Returning Member __ -______ _

NAME: C-GoY--CE C 4~1'"rt 4-N PHONE: Home:J1.(=-/J:7£X'ell: .:2../fo- 41(; ~ .!2 I {:,:J._

ADDRESS: tf ~ 7 {; Z3 u c. L!.. k_ e.y ~ ·

E-MAIL: i.l.l Ht'Tr=;- C.. f+P?~ j2 1.. q;_ C-Ot'-'\ (!.. Jtc;T. N El

YEAR ROUND SANIBEL RESIDENT: 'X YES - NO

NUMBER OF MONTHS RESIDING ON SANIBEL ANNUALLY: --=9=-----

OCCUPATION/EMPLOYER: __ ~~~E~T~t~-~~E=:b=-------------------------

BACKGROUND: (EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE) ~t.tCa_f;'aJ ~ .• A1q@r Deyr-ee ~-~ H-t>t-btu'Cerl E'-1..9t"J<eer/Lvy

,i.h:;-'1 ~ 0 J-7._ Coil r. rru ch ·c, ~ qt(.d_ ~1-uh ~q ){ -2 e e Y..'fo t ·r}Lt C-e. itH 'fk .JuJ-al F;fbril /«4c-/.,'J l}qj-Jt<Vw-~1~ aJ IF1t12y:f <U<bh~-

-OVER-

K:·,Adruin\ksplFonus"·Advisory C'mnmiuee Applicatio11 Ol2411 .doc Revised 02/11 / 11

WHY ARE INTERESTED THIS

As a Florida governmental entity, all information including your address, phone number and e-mail address are subject to public records requests.

CONTRACTOR REVIEW BOARD ONLY

Which Board member seat are you applying for?

OR

Licensed (Florida preferred) Architect

For a Licensed (Florida preferred) Engineer or Architect please attach a copy of your State certification or license attached _____ _

(State)

If appointed please be advised that if your active, authorized or certified status changes, it is your responsibility to notify the City Clerk within 5 days.

Pamela Smith

From: Sent: To: Subject:

-----Original Message-----

Tina M. Stanley on behalf of sancouncil Friday, December 16, 2011 5:00 PM Pamela Smith FW: Collected information from Contact City Council (Tina Stanley 12-16-11)

From: My Sanibel [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Friday, December 16, 2011 2:05PM To: sancouncil Subject: Collected information from Contact City Council

The following information was collected: Sender name: Holly D Smith Subject: Planning Commission Message: Good Afternoon-

I wanted to take this opportunity to submit my name for re-appointment to the City of Sanibel Planning Commission. I have enjoyed working with my fellow commissioners over the past few years and I hope you gentlemen feel that I have contributed to the commission, and to the City of Sanibel, in a positive way.

I would welcome the opportunity to speak to any, or all of you, regarding my re-appointment if you wish. I am looking forward to continuing my commitment to the City of Sanibel.

I thank you for your time and consideration.

With RegardsHolly D. Smith

Email: [email protected]

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CITY OF SANIBEL RESOLUTION 12-004

A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION 10-076 WHICH RELATES TO THE CITY'S RECREATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COMMITTEE; SETTING FORTH THE COMPOSITION AND ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMITTEE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

WHEREAS, the City Council originally established a financial assistance program for certain Recreation Department Programs through Resolution 04-080 on October 19, 2004 and such financial assistance program has been updated and improved from time to time, with the latest update being set forth in City of Sanibel Resolution No. 10-076; and

WHEREAS, the City Council deems it necessary and appropriate to amend the composition of the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee so that the Committee is composed of five (5) citizens appointed by the Sanibel City Council; and

WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary and appropriate to establish a minimum attendance requirement for the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee; and

WHEREAS, a substantial majority of the work of the committee occurs between May through September, it is important that Committee members be present during these months;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council, City of Sanibel, Florida, that City of Sanibel Resolution No. 10-076, is hereby amended as follows with underlined language indicating additions and strike through language indicating deletions:

SECTION 1. This resolution sets forth the purpose of the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee and establishes the membership appointment criteria for the Committee, the functions and duties of the Committee and an annual attendance requirement for the Committee membership. This Resolution also sets forth the financial assistance policy and procedures for the Recreation Department's Summer Camp Program, After-School Program, (which include Holiday Programs and Fun Days Programs) conducted during and after the school year.

SECTION 2. There shall be a review board, which shall henceforth be known as the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee, which shall consider and approve financial assistance applications based on the guidelines established herein.

1 12-004

A. Such Recreation Financial Assistance Committee shall be composed of five (5) citizens appointed by the Sanibel City Council. Three (3) members of the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee shall constitute a quorum for purposes of conducting Committee business.

(a) City of Sanibel Recreation Director or their designee; (b) Director of Community Housing & Resources (CHR) or their designee; (c) A member of the Parks and Recreation Committee; (d) The Director of Friends In Serlice Here (FISH) or their designee; and (e) A citizen at large appointed by City Council.

All current committee members shall be authorized to serve in their positions for the remainder of their terms and thereafter all appointments of members to the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee shall be made by City Council in accordance with this section.

B. The function and duties of the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee shall be to review, consider and, where appropriate, grant financial assistance based upon the policies and guidelines established in this Resolution and/or developed by the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee pursuant to the authority of this Resolution.

C. There is hereby established an annual attendance requirement for the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee which shall be a minimum attendance requirement of 75% of all scheduled meetings during each calendar year commencing January 1, 2012. "Attendance" shall mean physically present at a meeting. Emergency meetings, if called, shall not constitute a scheduled meeting for purposes of this provision. In the event that a member fails to meet the minimum attendance requirement, such failure shall constitute an automatic and immediate tender of resignation. Such vacancy shall be filled through appointment by the City Council as soon as it is practical.

SECTION 3. An individual or family seeking financial assistance for the recreation programs must complete a Recreation Financial Assistance Application Form, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit "A", which shall be developed and issued by the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee. Such application shall, at a minimum, require proof of eligibility for the free or reduced school lunch program, and require a copy of the most recent tax return, excluding the social security number(s) of the individuals listed on the tax return for security purposes, and a recent pay stub.

SECTION 4. Approval of financial assistance for the Summer Camp Program will be based on the "sliding fee" schedule attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit "B", and financial assistance for the After-School Program, will be based on the "sliding fee" schedule attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit "C".

2 12-004

SECTION 5. This Resolution shall amend and supersede Resolution 10-076.


This resolution shall take effect immediately upon passage.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Council of the City of Sanibel,

Florida, this 3rd day of January, 2011.

AUTHENTICATION:

Kevin Ruane, Mayor Pamela Smith, City Clerk, MMC

APPROVED AS TO FORM: _________ _





3 12-004

CITY OF SANIBEL RECREATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION

The City of Sanibel has financial a<~sistance available for Recreation Programs. The amount of the financial assistance will be determined using a sliding fee scale and is based on annual income and

other.financial support being received. To assist in our review, please provide:

I. Proof of eligibility letter for the free or reduced lunch program (if applicable) AND

,.1 copy of your most recent tax return (remove social security number/.•;) ANI) most recent pay stub

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT TIME OF PROGRAM REGISTRATION

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUAIENTS ATTACHED.

Name of Parent/Guardian:

Work Phone:

Numher of Adults Living in Household: Number of Children Living in Household:

Ages of Children Living in Household: .

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS TO BE COMPLETED FOR THIS APPLICATION:

Are you an annual or monthly client of F.I.S.H? D Yes D No. If yes, amount received .... ____ ~ Are you an annual or monthly client of CHR? D Yes D No Have you or anyone on your behalf filed an action in court against the biological parent? D Yes D No If yes, what is the case number? # State: ___ ~- County: Do you receive child support? D Yes D No. If yes how much? If you do not receive support, is there a court order for you to receive child support? D Yes No. If yes, what is the case#? State: County: Monthly Amount~-----Do you receive Social Security Benefits? DYes D No. If yes, how much monthly? Do you receive Social Security Benefits for your children? DYes D No. If yes, how much monthly? Do you receive a pension? D Yes D No. If yes, how much monthly? Do you receive alimony? D Yes D No. If yes, how much monthly? Do you receive Foster Care payments? DYes D No. If yes, how much monthly? Do yon receive Workers Compensation? DYes D No. If yes, how much weekly? Do you receive Unemployment Compensation? DYes D No. If yes, how much weekly?~----Do you receive daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly or annually, a financial gift from anyone? D Yes D No. If yes, state the amount. Do you receive an in kind benefit, such as someone paying your rent, mortgage, groceries, utilities, automobile gasoline, room and board? DYes D No. If yes, amount. Do you receive any other monies or has anyone on you or your children's behalf provided you with additional monies? If so, from whom? How much? Did you receive a Federal Income Tax Refund? DYes No If yes, how much?

Total Household Annual Income:

Updated 7112/2010 Approved by Committee 6/21/10 EXHIBIT "A"

Please Check Program(s) for Financial Assistance Requested:

After-School Program

Holiday J•rogram: Winter Spring

Fun llays

Number of Children-~ Total: $ ~-""--~~ Total: $ -~----~ Number of Children

Total Financial Assistance requested for programs

NOTE: Reminder, only sign up for programs after registration begins.

Summer Program Number of Children---~ Number of weeks for each child. -~--------

Total:$

Total$

Total Financial Assistance requested for Summer Program: Total$-~-----

Total of Financial Assistance requested for all Programs: Total$

Other than what is listed in the above application, list any special circumstances to be considered. (If more space is needed, please attach additional information).

NOTE: I swear and affirm under penalties of perjury that the foregoing representations are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Signature of Parent/Guardian: -----~---"-"----"-~-------

STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OJ.' l,EE

Date:

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this __ day of _____ , 20_, by

of person acknowledging).

Signature of Notary Public (NOTARY SEAL)

Typed/Printed Name of Notary Typed

Personally Known OR Produced Identification ___ _ Type of Identification Produced ----------------------

(You can get this application notarized at the Recreation Center, City Hall, Bank of the Islands and Sanibel/Captiva Community Bank at no charge)

This application will be reviewed by the Recreation Financial Assistance Committee in a public meeting which is held at ~~cKenzie Hall. The Committee will review this application and determine if assistance can be granted. The Recreation Department will contact you and let you know of the Committee's decision. Updated 7112/2010 Approved by Committee 6/21/10

STAF'F USE ONLY

Date application received by staff: Staff Signature:

Is application l'omplete and reviewed by staff: 0 Yes 0 No Staff initial: ~~~~-~~~

All Social Security numbers/names/phone numbers/addresses are blacked out: 0 Yes 0 No

Assistance amount has been determined and written on application: Yes No

Applicant is aware that they may participate in activity they applied for: 0 Yes No

Applicant is aware that a sliding scale based on income is used to determine assistance: 0 Yes No

Applicant has been told that the fee for programs are due at the time the program has began, or the committee has made a decision on the Financial Assistance: Staff Initials:

Date applicant was contacted about committee decision: Staff Initials: ~-~~~---

Is I<'.I.S.H. providing assistance: Yes 0 No (If yes) Amount: "'---~-~---

Does the applicant have an outstanding balance? 0 Yes 0 No (If yes) Amount: ~-~-----~~~

Staff must record status here, any outstanding balance and time and date of calls made to patrons:

Staff must keep track of approved applicant attendance in programs. Staff Initials: ---~-~--(NOTE: Responsibility of Program Director and Front Desk designated Staff).

Date data entered into RecTrac: Staff Initials:

STAI<'HPANEL NOTES:

FC)r Panel R~~iew Committee and Staff Use Only:

~1

I 0 Application Approved 0 Application Denied

Signature of Approving Authority:

Assistance amount for After School type programs: '¥~--------Assistance amount of Summer Program:$ Total Assistance Granted: $ ---~---

Updated 7 !12/20 I 0 - Approved by Committee 6/21/l 0

"

I of Children In Hou8ehold

1 0 - $28,5(X) $28.501 - S.33,SOJ $.33,501 - S38.!':ro $38.501 - S43.!':ro $43,501 - $48.500 $48,501 - $53.500 $53.501 - S58.5CO $58.501 - $6.3.500 $6.3.501 - S68,500 Financial Assistance % 6fJ% SO% 45% 40% JS% 30% 25% 20% 10%

Remaining Balance (Member) s 306.00 s 382.50 s 420 75 $ 45900 s 497.25 $ 535.50 s 573.75 s 6 12.00 s 688.50 Remaining Balance (Non-Member) $ 378.00 s 472.50 s 519.75 $ 567 .00 s 614.25 s 661.50 s 708.75 s 756.00 s ~.50

2 0-$28.500 S28.501 - S->3.500 $33,501 - $38,500 $38,501 - $43,500 $43,501 - $48,500 $48.501 - $53,500 $5.3.501 - $58.500 $58,501 - $6.3,5(X) S6.3. so 1 - S:)B.soo 1 Financial Assistance % 70% 6fJ% 55% 50% 45% 40% 35% 30% 20% l

Remaining Balanc e (Member) s 229.50 s 306.00 s 344.25 s 382.50 s 420.75 s 459.00 s 497.25 $ 535.50 s 6 12.C Remaining Ba lance (Non-Member) s 28.3.50 s 37800 $ 425.25 s 472.50 s 519 75 s 567.00 s 614.25 s 661.50 s 756.1 "

3 or more 0 - $28,500 $28,501 - S33,50J $.33,501 - $38,500 $38,501 - $43,500 $43.501 - $48,500 $48,501 - $53,500 $53,501 - $58.500 $58,501 - $6.3.500 $6.3.50 l - $:)8_5C() Financia l Assistance % 8fJ'Io 70% 65% 60% 55% 50% 45% 40% 30%

Remaining Balance (Member) s 153.00 s 22950 s 267.75 s 306.00 s 34425 s 382.50 $ 420.75 $ 459.00 s 53550 Remaining Balance (Non-Member) $ 189.00 s 28.3.50 s 3-3075 s 378.00 s 425 25 $ 472.50 s 51 9.75 s 567 .00 s 661 .50

Summer Camp Program Fees Per Week #Weeks Total

Member $ 8500 9 s 765 00 Non-Member $ 10500 9 s 945.00

EXHIBIT "B"

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Financial AssGtonce % Re maining Balance (Member)

Ramamg Balanc e (Non-Member)

2 financial Asslstonce %

Remaining Balonce (Member)

Ramalning Balance (Non-Member)

3 o r more

Financial Assistance % Remolnlng Balance (Member)

Remainin!J Balance (Non-Member)

Alterschool Program Fees Member

Non-Me mber

0" $28,50) $28.501 " SJJ,EOJ

60% SO% s 212.00 $ 265.00

s 253.20 s 316.50

0 " $28.500 $28,501 " $33.500

70% 60% s 159.00 :s 212.00

s 189.\lO s 253.20

0" $28.500 $28.501 . $33,500

80% 70%

s 106.00 s 159.00

s 12660 s 189.90

S3J,501 - S38,too $38,501 - S4J,too $4.3,501 " $48,50)

~% ~ JS% s 291.50 . s '318.00 s 344.50· s 3.48.15 s "379.80 s 411.~

$33,501 "$38.500 $38,501 " $43,500 $4.3,501 "S48.too

55% SO% ~%

$ 238.50 s 265.00 s 291.50-

s 28.4.85 s 31'6.50 s 348.15

$33,501 • $38.500 $38,501 "$43,500 $43,50 I · $48.EOJ

65% 60% 55% s 185 50 s 212.00 s 238.50

s 221.55 s 253.20 s 284.85

EXHIBIT "C"

SM\.50 1 - $53.500 $53.501 "$58.too $58.501 - S63.EOJ $63.501 . $68,50)

30% 25% 20% 10% $ 371.00 s 397.50 $ 424.00 s J77.00 s 443.1 0 s 474 .75 s 506 40 s 569.70

$48,501 " $53,500 $53.501 " $58,500 $58.501 " $6.3,500 $63,501 " S68,5(X)

~ 35% 30% 20% s 318 00 s 3J4.50 s 371.00 s .42 ~ .00

s 379.80 s dll45 s 4.43.10 s 506..40

$48.501 - S53.too $53,001 -$58,500 $58,501 " $63,500 $63.501 . $68.500 SO% 45% 40% 30%

s 265 00 s 291.50 s 3 1800 $ 37100 s 316.50 s 3J8.15 s 379.80 $ 443.10

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2007 BUILDING DEPARTMENT REVENUE

$432,121.00

0 BUILDING PERMIT (COMMERCIAL-8FR-REMODELS)

. C SHUTTERSIWNDWS/DRS

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$38,172

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IOINTEREST

0 MISC. FEES (16 LINE ITEMS)



$23,360 $366,860

BUILDING PERMIT (COMMERCIAL·SFR·REMODELS)

SHUTTERS/WNDWS/DRS

DELECTRIC

OPLUMBING

HVAC

OROOF

RESIDENTAL PLAN REVIEW


CONTRACTOR LICENSING

INTEREST

0 MISC. FEES (16 LINE ITEMS)


2010 BUILDING DEPAR MENT REVENUE

$21,835 $317,247

BUILDING PERMIT (COMMERCIAL·SFR· REMODELS) SHUTTERSIWNDWS/DRS

DELECTRIC

DPLUMBING

DROOF

• RESIDI!NTAL PLAN REVIEW



DINTERI!ST



~Pd'o $38,778

$20,990 $385,257

BUILDING PERMIT (COMMI!RCIAL-8FR-REMODELS)

SHUTTERSIWNDWS/DRS

DELECTRIC

DPLUMBING

HVAC

DROOF

RESIDENTAL PLAN REVIEW



DINTEREST

DMISC. FEES (16 LINE ITEMS)


Outside fee's collect by Sanibel Building Department

Development Fee's for Uguid Petroleum

Florida State Surcharge Fee's: DBPR & DCA

Lee Countv Health Department Fee's:

Impact Fee's Residental 1 Single Family Home Commerical

Sanibel Fire Departmenl

$75.00 for Sanibel Fire Department and $4.00 for State Surcharge fee's

3% of permit fee with minumum of $4.00 per permit

$75.00 per septic abandonment permit

$13,192.00 per permit Road, EMS, & Fire fee's calculated by square footage

1/4 of 1% or $50.00 minimum for Building Construction Review, Sprinkler System, Fire Alarm Systems, Hood System, and Tar kettle for roof.

TOTAL SINGLE FAMILY PERMITS 120 ~------------------------------------------------------------,

100 +----------------------------------------------------------~

~ 80

~ a:: w a. ~ 60 z -c .... -::) co 40

20

0

I • TOTAL SINGLE FAMILY PERMITS I

FY00'-01 ' 01 '-02' 02'-03' 03'-04' 04'-05' 05'-06' 06'-07' 07'-08' 08'-09' 09'-10' 10'-11'

FISCAL YEAR

$3,600,000 $3,400,000 $3,200,000 $3,000,000

11.1 $2,800,000 = ;( $2,600,000 ~ $2,400,000 ~ $2,200,000 0 $2,000,000 Q $1,800,000

$1,600,000 $1,400,000 $1,200,000 $1,000,000

$800,000 $600,000 $400,000 $200,000

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BUILDING DEPARTMENT 5-YEAR AVERAGE

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7000

6500

6000

5500 .. :

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2500

2000

1500

1000

500

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FY '06-'07

BUILDING DEPARTMENT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE

AVERAGE TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGE

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FISCAL YEAR

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$90,000.00

$80,000.00

$70,000.00

$60,000.00

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$30,000.00

$20,000.00

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$0.00

SANIBEL BUILDING DEPARTMENT TRADE PERMIT REVENUE YEARLY COMPARISON FY 2006 THROUGH FY 2011

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FY 2006-07 FY 2007-08 FY 2008-09 FY 2009-10 FY 2010-11 YEARLY AVERAGE

FISCAL YEAR SOURCE: SANIBEL BUILDING DEPARTMENT

• ELECTRIC

CPLUMBING

CROOF

2007 TO PRESENT FEE REDUCTION

SOURCE:SANIBEL BUILDING DEPARTMENT

$800,000

$550,000

$300,000

FY 2007 FY 2008 FY 2009 FY2010 FY 2011

• TOTAL EXPENDITURES

DTOTAL REVENUE

• IF REDUCED BY 20%


II IF REDUCED BY 10%


AGREEMENT

THIS AGREEMENT made and executed this ~-- day of ¥2007, by

and between the CITY OF SANIBEL (hereinafter "City"), a Florida municipal

corporation, and COMMUNITY HOUSING AND RESOURCES, INC. (hereinafter

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"CHR"), a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of

Florida.

WITNESSETH

WHEREAS, The City has enacted its Sanibel Code establishing a procedure for

facilitating the construction, rental and sale of Below Market Rate Housing (BMRH)

units for low and moderate income persons/families; and

WHEREAS, said ordinance provides for the administration of a BMRH program

within the City by a housing foundation; and

WHEREAS, the Sanibel Plan, as amended, Part 3.6., Section 3.6.1. Housing

Goals, Objective and Polices, provides for the development of plans to achieve the City's

Below Market Rate Housing Program; and

WHEREAS, Community Housing and Resources, Inc., a non-profit agency, has

served successfully as the City's Housing Foundation since December, 1983; and

WHEREAS, the City finds that CHR meets all of the requirements of the Sanibel

Code for serving as the City's Housing Foundation; and

WHEREAS, the Sanibel Plan contains provisions for meeting the affordable

housing needs; and

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WHEREAS, affordable housing is essential for the recruitment and retention of

the Sanibel work force due to the cost of housing for employees working on the island;

and

WHEREAS, the City finds that the cost of land and development in the City and

the prevailing market values of dwelling units therein renders the provision of BMRH

units and employee housing virtually impossible without some limited public assistance;

and

WHEREAS, the City finds that it serves an essentially public purpose in order to

comply with the Florida Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land

Development Regulation Act and to accomplish the purposes and objectives of the

Sanibel Code to make limited funds available for a limited time to the City's Housing

Foundation for use in encouraging and assisting the development and construction of on

island BMRH units and employee housing; and

WHEREAS, the City and CHR desire to enter into an Agreement to implement

such program, with CHR acting as the City's Housing Foundation and the City

participating financially to the limited extent specified therein;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and obligations

specified herein, the parties hereto hereby agree as follows:

1. The City hereby designates and appoints CHR to continue to serve as its

Housing Foundation under the terms of Chapter 102 of the Sanibel Code.

2. CHR agrees to execute and to continue to perform all of the obligation§. of

the Housing Foundation as specified in the Sanibel Code and Sanibel Plan, as

amended.

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3. Payments ofCHR's administrative expenses by the City shall be as

follows:

(a) For the first fiscal year (2007-2008) of this Agreement, $240,404

will be paid to CHR by the City as the administrative budget.

(b) For subsequent years of this Agreement, CHR' s annual

administrative budget payment by the City will increase each fiscal

year by 3%.

(c) Payment to CHR for administrative expenses shall be made in

quarterly installments of one-quarter the amount budgeted for the

fiscal year, payable within the first week of each quarter of the

City's fiscal year.

(d) During the life of this Agreement, the City will provide up to

$4,500 in office supplies, postage, copying and similar items each

fiscal year. CHR will be responsible for reimbursing the City for

any administrative costs, excluding rent, utilities and phone service

that exceeds the annual allotted amount. The City agrees to

provide up to 780 square feet of office space. The City will not

provide a rental subsidy should CHR choose to move their office

to another location. The City shall be responsible for providing

CHR with a reconciliation of qualifying administrative expenses

on an annual basis within 45 days of the end of the fiscal year.

4. Within twenty (20) days after the end of each fiscal quarter during the

term of this Agreement, CHR shall submit to the City Manager a balance sheet

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prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures and a line

item accounting, including detailed transactions in "date order", of its

administrative expenditures for such quarter. In addition, CHR shall provide an

audited income statement for each separate CHR development and for the BMRH

program as a whole. After a review of CHR's current accounting procedures and

records, the City Manager may waive the requirement for one or more of the

reports identified above.

5. CHR agrees to negotiate terms with developers and to maintain its own

subsidized rent and mortgage payments at levels that provide sufficient income to

CHR to enable it to accomplish all debt repayment schedule§..

6. Within 90 days from the effective date of this agreement, CHR shall

present to the City the first annual plan for the life of this agreement to be

approved by City Council which outlines how the BMRH goals will be achieved.

CHR will annually report on the status of providing additional BMRH units

within the community (on-island) and the progress made on attainment of the

program target suggested in the 2004/2005 Evaluation and Appraisal Report of

the Sanibel Plan. Based on current population projections, the target at 3% of

resident households envisions a total of 104 dwelling units (or 40 additional units)

at "build-out" (by 2026). CHR will prepare an update of the plan for presentation

to City Council during October of each year of this agreement.

7. In consideration of over $5.2 million dollars invested by the City of

Sanibel into CHR since the year 2000, within 90 days of the effective date of this

agreement, CHR will develop a process creating increased preference to City

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employees through additional numerical points combining the categories of

essential City worker ( 45 points) or City worker ( 40 points) with employer

sponsored worker (35 points) to City employees who meet the income guidelines

for assignment to BMRH units. This preference shall apply when not restricted

by law, rule or regulations of government programs associated with the particular

unit that may be developed or become available. The City Manager shall

designate which City positions are deemed to be "essential."

8. Within 90 days of the effective date of this agreement, CHR will take

action required to evaluate two City owned properties, one located at Gulfside

City Park and the other 2897 Island Inn Road, to be included as BMRH units.

CHR will provide a written report to the City if CHR determines that the

properties cannot be included in the BMRH inventory.

9. CHR will maintain the required property (hazard, flood and windstorm)

and liability insurance to replace the BMRH units at the replacement values.

10. CHR will require as a provision of each lease that residents of BMRH

units participate in the recycling program of the City and CHR will ensure that

recycling receptacles are available for all BMRH residents except as stipulated by

condominium association documents.

11. CHR is responsible maintaining BMRH units in compliance with the

requirements of City Development Permits and Conditional Use Approvals issued

for the development of these units, including maintenance of the buildings, the

required vegetation buffers and the preserved native vegetation, the required

stormwater management improvements and utilities, maintenance of shrubs,

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bushes and other vegetation as well as the removal of palm fronds and other

flammable vegetation necessary for wildfire protection. All new landscaping

must be 100% native vegetation as per City policy.

12. CHR will require as a provision of each lease, and amend current leases,

to require tenants to evacuate the Island, if mandatory evacuation is declared by

City Council during a state of emergency.

13. Within 30 days of the effective date of this agreement, CHR will provide a

hurricane plan to require the evacuation of BMRH residents.

14. As the BMRH structures age, all utility connections and building

maintenance is the responsibility of CHR.

15. It is the City's understanding that CHRis currently pursuing development

of Off-Island units. The City's contribution of funds to administrative overhead

and expenses may be utilized solely to support development that meets the

requirements of the Sanibel Plan. Units developed near Island where a percentage

of units are designated by contract agreement to be occupied by Sanibel workers

qualify under this section.

16. This Agreement may be renegotiated in response to unforeseen needs of

the City's Below Market Rate Housing program.

17. This Agreement shall terminate midnight September 30, 2012, unless

sooner extended by Resolution of City Council or terminated by either party in

accordance with this section. Written notice to extend shall issue from the City to

CHR, on or before September 1, 2012. Written acceptance of CHR shall be

provided to the City on or before September 30, 2012.

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This Agreement may be terminated at will, for any reason or no reason, by either

party, upon twenty-four (24) months prior written notice to the other party, by

prepaid U.S. mail certified with return receipt requested.

18. On or before March 1 of each year, CHR shall provide to the City an audit

of the prior fiscal year (ended September 30th) along with a narrative and

statistical summary of its operations and activities carried out through September

30 in fulfilling its obligations under Chapter 102 of the Sanibel Code.

19. To comply with the provisions of House Bill's 1363 and 1375, the City

and CHR agree to review State, County and City owned surplus lands on Sanibel

on a regular basis to determine the potential use for workforce housing.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be

executed and their official seals affixed hereto on the day and year first written

above.

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(SEAL)

ATTEST:

(SEAL)

Printed Name & Title

CITY OF SANIBEL

FIN~CIAL SUFFICI~NCY APPROVED ~ J / _", /• d . A ;;>f J,~ I. ·1

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Renee M. lynch, FINANCE DIRECTOR

COMMUNITY HOUSING & RESOUCES, INC.

BY:

Printed: --".---'-~"'-=-"'-'----~=----'-Title: President

City of Sanibel Planning Department

MEMORANDUM

Date: December 21, 2011

To: Judie Zimomra, City Manager

From: James C. Jordan, Planning Director

SUBJECT: Analysis of Available Areas to Accommodate the Prospective

Relocation of Shore Haven at the Site of the Sanibel Historical

Museum and Village

Background

Shore Haven is an existing single family residence located at 1111 Bird Lane that

is designated as a historical landmark and is listed on the City’s local historic

registrar. The current owners of this historical structure have formally filed an

application with the Planning Department to demolish this home. However, the

current owners have not yet filed a complete application with plans to construct

a new home at the subject address.

The pending request for the application to demolish the structure was initially

discussed at the Historical Preservation Committee meeting on November 3,

2011. At this hearing the Committee asked if Councilman Harrity, the

Committee’s liaison, would obtain direction from Council to have Staff look into

whether there is sufficient room to possibly relocate Shore Haven to the Historical

Village and Museum site.

At their December 6, 2011 meeting City Council requested that staff prepare a

report identifying feasible areas within the Historical Village that could

accommodate the relocation of Shore Haven.

Analysis/Recommendation

Built in 1924, Shore Haven was erected from the “Verona” model Sears and

Roebuck Honor Built Home kit from their Modern Homes Catalog. Excluding all

add-ons improvements made to the original structures and outbuildings that

have been constructed over the years Shore Haven has a 39’x 37’ base footprint

or 1,443 SF.

In a memorandum to City Manager, Judie Zimomra, from former Planning

Director Robert Duffy, dated November 27, 2006, (see Attachment A) titled Site

Evaluation of Sanibel Historical Museum and Village four possible sites were

identified where Shore Haven could be placed. Location #1 is within an area

between the Sanibel Package Company General Store and the Morning Glory.

Location #2 is within an area near the vegetable garden, generally between the

Rutland Home/Museum and the lake behind Big Arts. Location #3 is within an

area that is no longer available and it is now occupied by the School House and

public bathroom facility at the Village. Location #4 is the least suited for the

placement of Shore Haven as it is within an area comprised of significant gopher

tortoise habitat. This particular site lies towards the northeast corner of the Village

between the Sanibel Package Company/General Store and the Packing House.

Out of the three potential sites that are still available today, the Planning

Department recommends Locations #2 as the most desirable area for the

following reasons:

1. The location does not pose any impact or threat to existing wildlife or

wildlife habitat;

2. The location is closer to central sewer service than Location #1;

3. The location can accommodate and continue to meet all access and

building separation requirements of the Sanibel Fire Control District and

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M E M O RA N D U M___________________

TO: CITY COUNCIL

THROUGH: CITY MANAGER JUDIE ZIMOMRA

FROM: SYLVIA EDWARDS, FINANCE DIRECTOR

DATE: JANUARY 3, 2012

RE: PENSION CONTRIBUTIONS

BACKGROUND

During adoption of the FY2012 budget Council approved $3 million to pay down the pension plans’

unfunded actuarial accrued liabilities (UAAL). The payments will decrease the General Employees’

Pension Plan UAAL by $2 million dollars and the Municipal Police Officers’ Retirement Trust Fund

UAAL by $1 million. Although included in the budget, these expenditures were to be brought back to

Council for payment approval in FY2012.

RECOMMENDATION

At this time staff recommends proceeding with the pension payments as budgeted.

In addition the General Employees’ Pension Board of Trustees has scheduled a special meeting on

January 18, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in MacKenzie Hall to consider changes to the return assumption for the

October 1, 2011 actuarial evaluation report as recommended by the Florida Division of Retirement.

The Plan’s actuary, Foster & Foster, will provide a cost analysis for presentation at the special meeting to

look at the following:

a. A lump sum deposit toward the UAAL of either $2.5 million or $3 million

b. A reduction in the investment return assumption from 7.5% to 7.25% or 7.0%

c. A combination of the above two items

This information will be provided on the City Council’s February 7, 2012 agenda.

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M E M O RA N D U M___________________

TO: CITY COUNCIL

THROUGH: CITY MANAGER JUDIE ZIMOMRA

FROM: SYLVIA EDWARDS, FINANCE DIRECTOR

DATE: JANUARY 3, 2012

RE: GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2002

REFUNDING OPPORTUNITY

BACKGROUND

In support of the City Council’s FY2012 goal to early retire the City’s long term debt, reduce the City’s

annual fixed debt costs and to produce substantial finance cost savings for the City of Sanibel’s taxpayers,

the City of Sanibel has evaluated the refunding opportunity for the General Obligation Refunding Bonds,

Series 2002 (2002 GO Bonds). The bonds are eligible for refunding on May 1, 2012.

The options analyzed are based on today’s market rates. The estimated issuance cost of the new debt is

approximately $50,000. There are sufficient reserves in the 2002 GO Bonds debt service fund to cover

the issuance costs. The current par value amount of the outstanding bonds is $3,070,000. The City has

budgeted the $100,000 redemption payment for FY2012 leaving a balance of $2,970,000 to be refunded.

Three options were considered:

1) Keep same maturity date, 2031; lower interest rate

2) Shorten maturity to 2027; lower interest rate than option 1

3) Shorten maturity to 2022; lower interest rate than option 1 and 2

The analysis is based on current market rates and 2011 taxable property values. The results are presented

in the following chart:

Millage Rate Tax Increase Taxpayer

Average Average Required Percent (Decrease) Savings

Final Coupon Interest Net PV Annual Millage Increase per $100,000 per $100,000

Current Bond Maturity Interest Rate Savings Savings Debt Service Rate** (Decrease) Taxable Value Taxable Value

20 yrs 2031 4.69% -$ -$ 239,390$ 0.0599

Options Interest Rate*

20 yrs 2031 3.00% 508,927$ 384,451$ 212,971$ 0.0533 (11.02%) (0.66)$ 13.20$

15 yrs 2027 2.65% 824,902 495,905 248,211 0.0621 3.67% 0.22 26.65

10 yrs 2022 2.15% 1,144,057 664,127 338,287 0.0847 41.40% 2.48 35.10

**Based on 2011 Taxable Property Value of $4,161,460,842

*Based on Current Market

Rates

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends option 3 to optimize finance cost savings. The debt would be retired in ten years. The

Sanibel taxpayer would see an increase on their tax bill of $2.48 per $100,000 of taxable property value

for the ten years. With the shorten maturity and lower interest rate a taxpayer’s savings per $100,000 of

taxable value would be $35.10.

Option 2 would provide finance cost savings of approximately $824,902. The debt would be retired in

fifteen years. The Sanibel taxpayer would see an increase on their tax bill of $0.22 per $100,000 of

taxable property value for the fifteen years. With the shorten maturity and lower interest rate a taxpayer’s

savings per $100,000 of taxable value would be $26.65.

Option 1 provides a finance cost savings but does not shorten the debt’s maturity. The Sanibel taxpayer

would see a decrease on their tax bill of ($0.66) per $100,000 of taxable property value for the twenty

years. With the lower interest rate a taxpayer’s savings per $100,000 of taxable value would be $13.20.

ATTACHMENT

Refunding Timetable

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat

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8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31

Jan-12


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26 27 28 29

Feb-12


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CITY OF SANIBEL, FLORIDA

Timetable - DRAFT Bank Loan Refunding, Series 2012

Date Event Responsibility 1/10/12 Draft RFP Distributed to Working Group FA 1/17/12 Comments Due on RFP ALL 2/17/12 RFP Distributed FA 3/6/12 Distributed RFP for Escrow Agent and Verification Agent FA (If needed) 3/9/12 RFP Responses Due FA/CITY 3/15/12 Analysis for RFP Responses Due to BSU FA 3/20/12 Staff Recommendation CITY 3/23/12 First Draft of Legal Documents Distributed BC 3/30/12 Comments Due on First Draft of Legal Documents ALL 4/6/12 Second Draft of Legal Documents Distributed BC 4/13/12 Comments Due on Second Draft of Legal Documents ALL 4/20/12 Agenda Package Due ALL 5/1/12 Council Meeting ALL 5/2/12 Pre-Closing ALL 5/3/12 Closing ALL ______________ BC – BMO CITY – Sanibel, Florida FA - Dunlap & Associates, Inc.

NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

MEMORANDUM


TO: City Manager Judie Zimomra

FROM: Natural Resources Director Robert K. Loflin Ph.D.

RE: Charity Car Wash Recommendations

After observing a proliferation of charity car wash events on the island in

locations that drain into the already water quality impaired Sanibel River basin

and in consideration of potential water quality impacts from such events, the

Natural Resources Department recommended that charity car washes be

restricted to the Sanibel School. This alternative location was thought by staff to

be an adequate option for these events which would not contribute run-off water

to the Sanibel River basin and where run-off would be better retained and

treated in the extensive retention system that exists on school grounds.

At Council’s direction, water quality sampling was conducted at a Fort Myers

Lacrosse Team’s charity car wash at the Bank of the Islands. The attached memo

from biologist James Evans evaluates the sample results from this event. The

samples do show concerns for a number of pollutants including surfactants from

the soap and increased chemical oxygen demand consistent with the existing

literature on potential charity car wash impacts. However, the volume of run-off

from the approximately 60 cars that day was insufficient to deliver any of these

pollutants directly into the Sanibel River basin and they will only enter the basin

following future rains where they will be substantially diluted and have the

potential for considerable treatment prior to entering any open water body.

Staff still recommends that the Sanibel School is a better location for these events

but if Council wishes to authorize charity car wash events within the Sanibel

River basin, a combination of best management practices and the potential

implementation of a transfer of carwash runoff to the Sanibel sewer system would

minimize potential impacts. These recommended requirements for the issuance of

a special events permit for a charity carwash in the Sanibel River basin include:

1. Applicant will submit a plan for the placement of hay bales and/or filter

fabric to contain direct run-off in coordination with the City Engineer.

Upon approval, that plan will be implemented prior to the start of the

event and removed within 24 hours afterwards.

2. Applicant will use spray nozzles exclusively to limit water volume

3. Applicant will utilize an environmentally appropriate detergent that is

biodegradeable and does not contain phosphates.

4. Applicant will locate the actual carwash operation at the host business in a

manner that maximizes the use of the existing retention facilities at the site

and minimizes direct run-off as determined by the City Engineer.

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Memorandum

To: Rob Loflin, Director of Natural Resources

From: James Evans, Environmental Biologist

Subject: Water Quality Testing Results for the FMHS Lacrosse Team Fundraiser Carwash

Date: 12/27/2011

In an effort to determine if runoff from charity carwashes poses a direct threat to

water quality within the Sanibel River, Natural Resources Department staff

monitored and collected water samples from the Fort Myers High School

Lacrosse Team’s fundraiser carwash held on November 5, 2011.

Prior to sampling, Natural Resources Department staff conducted a brief

literature review and consulted with the Lee County Environmental Laboratory to

determine appropriate parameters for sampling. Chemical oxygen demand

(COD), nitrate and nitrite (NOx), surfactants, and total dissolved solids (TDS) were

selected to determine if effluent from the carwash had the potential to impact

water quality within the Sanibel River. In addition to collecting samples,

fluorescent dye was also used to track effluent water from the carwash through

the stormwater system.

The original sampling plan included collection of two control samples and two

effluent samples. This design would allow us to subtract the background

pollutants within the stormwater system from the effluent water from the carwash

and to determine the effectiveness of the Best Management Practices (BMPs)

employed.

Prior to the start of the carwash, representatives from the FMHS Lacrosse Team

installed hay bales around the catch basin located on the south side of the

washing area. Additional hay bales were also installed in the vegetated swale

running parallel to Casa Ybel, approximately 75 feet from the terminus of the

culvert. The BMPs were inspected to ensure that they complied with the National

Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) installation specifications

provided by the City’s Public Works Department.

City of Sanibel

Natural Resources

Department

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Sampling was conducted November 5, 2011 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. All

samples were collected wearing latex gloves and using sterile 60 ml syringes to fill

each of the bottles. All sample bottles not requiring preservatives were rinsed 4

times with sample water prior to collection. The first control sample (Control 1)

was collected at 9:30 a.m., just prior to the beginning of the carwash. The sample

was collected within the catch basin located at the bottom of the slope to the

south of the bank teller window. The catch basin grate was removed in order to

collect the sample. After the sample was collected the grate was replaced. The

second control sample (Control 2) was collected at 9:40 a.m. from the swale at

end of the culvert that runs parallel to Casa Ybel Road. At 12:30 p.m., midway

through the event, green fluorescent dye was deployed in the storm drains

located to the north and south side of the washing area.

The volume of water produced by the carwash was relatively low. During the

event, runoff never reached the hay bales placed in front of the storm drain or

the unprotected drain located to the north (see attached photos). Due of the

lack of runoff, only one effluent sample was collected (Effluent 1). The sample

was taken from a small stream of effluent water within a shallow joint between

the pavement and bank teller pad, located approximately 10 feet from the

washing area (see attached photos). After collection, all samples were placed

on ice and were delivered to the Lee County Environmental Lab the following

Monday for analysis.

The fluorescent dye that was deployed within the storm drains remained

stagnant during the entire event and did not move out of the catch basins. I

inspected the site three days after the carwash and the fluorescent dye was still

present in the catch basins and had not moved to other areas of stormwater

system.

Below are the results of the water quality samples collected on November 5,

2011.

Water Quality Results

Sample COD

(mg/L)

NOx

(mg/L)

Surfactants

(mg MBAS/L)

TDS

(mg/L)

Control 1 24 1.41 0.010 586

Control 2 24 0.038 0.033 584

Effluent 1 94 0.205 7.56 410

Chemical oxygen demand (COD) is a measure of the mass of oxygen

consumed per liter of solution and can be used as a measure of organic

compounds in water. Sample results suggest that the chemical oxygen demand

in the effluent water was approximately three times greater than that of the

stormwater system. This suggests that organic compounds in the effluent water

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have the potential to decrease dissolved oxygen available to fish and

invertebrates if the water were to reach natural waterbodies.

Nitrate and nitrite (NOx) is a measure of inorganic nitrogen (excluding ammonia

and nitrogen gas) and is often used as an indicator of nutrient pollution. NOx

concentrations were more than 6 times greater within the catch basin (Control

1) compared to the carwash effluent and were more than 35 times higher than

Control 2. The carwash effluent concentrations were comparable to the 70th

percentile distribution for Florida streams (Hand 2008), while concentrations

within the catch basin (Control 1) were much higher and exceeded the 90th

percentile. It not surprising to see higher NOx concentrations associated with a

catch basin located within a parking lot, as these areas are known to collect

and concentrate nitrogen. However, NOx concentrations at the end of the

stormwater system (Control 2) were the lowest of the three samples collected

and were comparable to the 30th percentile distribution.

Surfactants are compounds that lower surface tension of a liquid and may act as

detergents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, foaming agents, or dispersants. Even

biodegradable detergents are surfactants and can have negative

environmental impacts. Ecologically they are known to be toxic to plants and

animals. In aquatic systems they can be especially toxic to fish by destroying the

external mucous layer that protects them from harmful bacteria (Oknich 2002

and references therein). A study conducted on rainbow trout in Washington

State found that surfactant concentrations of 1.6 mg/L were sufficient to kill one-

half of the population in their study (Brasino and Dengler 2007). Surfactant

concentrations in the carwash effluent collected on November 5th were 7.56

mg/L and were more than 225 times higher than either of the control samples.

Because the carwash effluent was collected within 10 feet of where the cars

were being washed and did not reach the stormwater catch basin, it is hard to

determine what the surfactant concentration would be at the end of the system

and if it would impact the ecology of the Sanibel River. Therefore, with the

available data it is impossible to make direct comparisons between these two

studies.

Total dissolved solids (TDS) is a measure of the combined content of all inorganic

and organic substances contained in a water sample. TDS data suggest that

background levels within the stormwater system were higher than what came

from the carwash; however, concentrations were relatively comparable

between the control and effluent samples.

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References to Environmental Impacts of Carwashes

Oknich, J. 2002. The Perceived Environmental Impact of Car Washing. Ramsey-

Washington Metro Watershed District.

http://sharepoint.snoqualmie.k12.wa.us/ckms/spiesse/Lists/Announcements/Atta

chments/43/carwash.pdf

Brasino, J., and J. Dengler. 2007. “Practical” Fish Toxicity Test Report. Car Wash

Enterprises Final Report.

http://www.washwithwatersavers.com/Portals/0/Fish%20Toxicity%20Report.pdf

Hand, J. 2008. Typical Water Quality Values for Florida’s Lakes, Streams, and

Estuaries. Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Smith, D., H. Shilley. 2009. Residential Carwash Water Monitoring Study. City of

Federal Way, Public Works Division Final Report.

http://www.washwithwatersavers.com/Portals/0/2009%20FW%20CarWash%20wa

ter%20Monitoring%20Study.pdf

Cressall, R., Presentation from President of Western Carwash Association.

http://www.carwash.org/SiteCollectionDocuments/Research/Environmental%20

Reports/Want%20to%20Help%20the%20Environment.pdf

Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Nonpoint Source

Pollution Education: Car Washing

http://www.mass.gov/dep/water/resources/carwash.htm

New England Carwash Association

http://www.newenglandcarwash.org/feature/2733/answers-to-consumer-

questions-about-car-washing.htm

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Residential Car Washing

http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/menuofbmps/index.cfm?action=brows

e&Rbutton=detail&bmp=96

International Carwash Association

http://www.carwash.org/operatorinformation/research/Pages/EnvironmentalRe

ports.aspx

http://sharepoint.snoqualmie.k12.wa.us/ckms/spiesse/Lists/Announcements/Attachments/43/carwash.pdf

http://sharepoint.snoqualmie.k12.wa.us/ckms/spiesse/Lists/Announcements/Attachments/43/carwash.pdf

http://www.washwithwatersavers.com/Portals/0/Fish%20Toxicity%20Report.pdf

http://www.washwithwatersavers.com/Portals/0/2009%20FW%20CarWash%20water%20Monitoring%20Study.pdf

http://www.washwithwatersavers.com/Portals/0/2009%20FW%20CarWash%20water%20Monitoring%20Study.pdf

http://www.carwash.org/SiteCollectionDocuments/Research/Environmental%20Reports/Want%20to%20Help%20the%20Environment.pdf

http://www.carwash.org/SiteCollectionDocuments/Research/Environmental%20Reports/Want%20to%20Help%20the%20Environment.pdf

http://www.mass.gov/dep/water/resources/carwash.htm

http://www.newenglandcarwash.org/feature/2733/answers-to-consumer-questions-about-car-washing.htm

http://www.newenglandcarwash.org/feature/2733/answers-to-consumer-questions-about-car-washing.htm

http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/menuofbmps/index.cfm?action=browse&Rbutton=detail&bmp=96

http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/menuofbmps/index.cfm?action=browse&Rbutton=detail&bmp=96

http://www.carwash.org/operatorinformation/research/Pages/EnvironmentalReports.aspx

http://www.carwash.org/operatorinformation/research/Pages/EnvironmentalReports.aspx

Fort Myers Lacrosse Team Fundraiser Carwash WQ

Sampling

November 5, 201110:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

James Evans, Environmental Biologist

November 5, 2011 9:56 a.m.

NPDES Measures

*Control WQ samples collected in stormwaterdrain and at outfall at 9:30 a.m. and 9:40 a.m.

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November 5, 2011 10:00 a.m.

Storm drain in center of parking lot (west of bank building)

November 5, 2011 11:16 a.m. – 12:29 p.m.

November 5, 2011 12:35 p.m.

Fluorescent dye deployed in north stormwater drain

November 5, 2011 12:42 – 12:51 p.m.

November 5, 2011 12:55 p.m.

Fluorescent dye deployed in southern stormwater drain

November 5, 2011 1:14 – 1:36 p.m.

November 5, 2011 1:37 – 1:51 p.m.*Effluent sample collected from car runoff (photos 3 & 4)

*

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Memorandum


TO: City Council


FROM: Public Works Director Gates Castle

RE: Charity Car Washes

RECOMMENDATION: Approve acceptance of the charity car wash runoff into the City' s sanitary sewer system.

Public Works has investigated the possibility of accepting charity car wash runoff into the City's sanitary sewer system for treatment. The Florida Department of Environmental Regulation, which issues the City's wastewater plant operating permits and monitors compliance to the permit conditions, was contacted by City staff. The DEP' s response was that as long as the plant can handle the additional flow without causing any permit violations, DEP would not object. In fact, they believe that this was a preferred alternative to discharging to surface waters. Staff is confident that the small amount of flow generated by the car washes will not have a negative affect on the plant's permit compliance. If Council approves the acceptance of the car wash runoff into the sanitary sewer system, Public Works will develop the necessary procedures.

Staff recommends that Council approve the acceptance of charity car wash runoff into the City's sanitary sewer system.

Cc: City Attorney Ken Cuyler Natural Resources Director Rob Loflin


Guide to Redevelopment in the Resort Housing District

The purpose of this guide is to address general and basic questions that often arise pertaining to the City’s regulations for redevelopment in the Resort Housing District. This Guide also provides:

A small-scale map of the Resort Housing district, showing its location and extent.

An index to the Land Development Code citing the sections that state the

regulations.

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Guide to Redevelopment In the Resort Housing District

It is the expressed intent of the City Council to implement a redevelopment strategy that:

Balances property rights with environmental, public safety, and community welfare considerations, and to

Encourage retention of resort housing units (hotel, motel, and resort

condominium units) when resort housing properties redevelop. Additionally, the City Council’s strategy for redevelopment is intended to allow existing hotel, motel, and resort condominiums to:

Upgrade, rehabilitate, and modernize existing improvements, and Improve the safety of buildings in compliance with the Building Code and

Flood regulations. It is the intent of this Guide to Redevelopment in the Resort Housing District to address some general and basic questions pertaining to the new regulations for development (including redevelopment and rehabilitation) in the Resort Housing District. Questions pertaining to:

Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, and Buildback. Density, Average Occupancy Rate and Floor Area. Master Plan requirements for Redevelopment. Building Height. Limitations on Coverage with Impermeable Surfaces, Developed Area

and Vegetation Removal. Vegetation and Gulf Beach Restoration. On-site Surface Water Management.


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Redevelopment, Rehabilitation, and Buildback What is Redevelopment?

Redevelopment means the discretionary act of reconstruction or the substantial improvement of an existing building.

Reconstruction means the demolition and removal of existing buildings and structures that are replaced by new buildings and structures constructed in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Sanibel Plan and Land Development Code. The substantial improvement of an existing building, including compliance with flood regulations, is considered reconstruction. The building-back of units substantially damaged by a natural disaster is also reconstruction. Substantial Improvement means any repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition or other improvement, or combination or accumulation of any repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition or other improvement of a structure, in which the cumulative cost of the improvements equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure at the time of the application.

Rehabilitation means the modernization, enhancement, restoration or updating associated with improving either the physical appearance or condition of an existing building or structure, including all typical components and systems. Rehabilitation shall not be deemed redevelopment unless it constitutes a substantial improvement, as defined by Chapter 94.

What are the differences between redevelopment and “buildback”?

Redevelopment is the discretionary act of reconstruction or substantial improvement of aging buildings and structures. “Buildback” is reconstruction of the substantial damage caused by a natural disaster. In the event of a natural disaster, properties within the Resort Housing District can choose to either rebuild according to Resort Housing District regulations or according to the Buildback Regulations.


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Master Plan for Redevelopment What is a Master Plan and when is one required?

A Master Plan must include a detailed site plan and drainage plan for buildings and accessory structures that are to be reconstructed, rehabilitated, or retained on the site when the redevelopment project is complete. The Floor Plans for the buildings to be reconstructed, rehabilitated, or retained on site are required as part of the Master Plan.

A Master Plan can include both reconstruction and rehabilitation activities.

The Master Plan must demonstrate compliance with all requirements of

the Land Development Code and be approved by Planning Commission Resolution.

A Master Plan is required if the reconstruction of existing residential buildings is to be Phased, in order to identify where all development (reconstructed, rehabilitated, and retained) is to be located before any buildings are reconstructed.


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Density, Average Occupancy Rate, and Floor Area How many units per acre can be redeveloped in the Resort Housing District?

When existing hotels, motels or resort condominiums maintain short-term occupancy at the time they redevelop, they can maintain up to their existing number of units. When existing hotels, motels or resort condominiums change the use to limit short-term occupancy at the time they redevelop, they must conform to the limits established by the Development Intensity Map, which in almost all cases will result in a reduction of the number of units on the site, to be redeveloped prior to the redevelopment. In addition, if a redeveloped site exceeds the density on the Development Intensity Map, the following restrictions apply:

The redeveloped site must retain the use of the property for short-term rental occupancy (i.e., resort housing use).

The redeveloped site must not exceed the square footage of the habitable area that existed in the prior development.

How do the City’s limitations on the average occupancy rate apply?

Essentially, the new regulation “grandfathers-in” the existing average occupancy rate for redevelopment of hotels, motels or resort condominiums that retain the same use. If there is no increase in the number of units or in the number of bedrooms, which is a requirement, there will be no increase in the average occupancy rate for the redeveloped resort. Average occupancy rate is an assessment of the building and not an evaluation of resort owners’ expectations or actual success for occupancy.

What is the Maximum amount of Floor Area that can be redeveloped when an existing hotel, motel or resort condominium redevelops in the Resort Housing District with more units than permitted by the Development Intensity Map?

In order to redevelop more units than that permitted by the Development Intensity Map, the total Floor Area of the site cannot exceed the square footage of the habitable area that existed in the prior development.

The limitation on Floor Area applies only to habitable space. The limitation does not apply to under building or other covered parking areas or exterior spaces such as decks, balconies and lanais.


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Height What is the maximum height for buildings that are redeveloped in the Resort Housing District? The maximum height limit for buildings in the Resort Housing District shall not

exceed 33 feet above the base flood elevation of the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) or the Florida Building Code, whichever is higher. However, no building in the Resort Housing District can exceed a height greater than 49.8 feet NAVD (or 51 feet NGVD).

Elevations are expressed in NAVD (North American Vertical Datum)

33 feet

18 Feet – Building Code BFE (typ.)

51Feet (typ.) Maximum Height

BFE = Base Flood Elevation FIRM = Flood Insurance Rate

Ground

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Coverage, Developed Area and Vegetation Removal What is the maximum amount of coverage, developed area and vegetation removal that is permitted in the Resort Housing District, when an existing hotel, motel or resort condominium redevelops?

For Redevelopment in the Resort Housing District, the maximum amount of coverage, developed area, and vegetation removal that is permitted is controlled by the applicable Ecological Zones for new development. The typical Ecological Zone in the Resort Housing District is the Gulf Beach Ridge Zone. Therefore, the maximum area permitted to be covered with impermeable surfaces in the Gulf Beach Ridge Zone is 25 percent. The maximum area permitted as developed area and for vegetation removal is 30 percent.

What is the maximum amount of coverage, developed area, and vegetation removal permitted in the RHD, when a hotel, motel, or resort condominium adds or modifies existing improvements?

For rehabilitation activities in the Resort Housing District (including additions and modifications), the maximum amount of coverage, developed area, and vegetation removal that is allowed is the applicable Ecological Zone for new development. However, for developments in the Resort Housing District that are nonconforming because they exceed the limits established for the maximum amount of coverage for impermeable surfaces, developed areas, and vegetation removal are permitted to add impermeable surfaces and developed area and remove vegetation, provided that these improvements include:

The removal of an equal amount of existing impermeable surfaces

and developed area (one square foot removed for every one square foot added)

Restoration of these areas where impermeable surfaces and developed areas are removed by: - planting native vegetation; and - supplementing on-site storm water retention volume.


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Vegetation and Gulf Beach Restoration What are the requirements for vegetation and Gulf Beach Restoration in the Resort Housing Development when a hotel, motel, or resort condominium redevelops?

A roadside buffer is required along collector and arterial roadways. Restoration to the Gulf Beach Zone is required. To protect the beach dune system and beach vegetation that is essential

for continued preservation to the shore line, access way(s) to the beach are required.

Removal of invasive exotic species of plants, except for minor improvements, is required for both reconstruction and rehabilitation activities.

How is existing development located in the Gulf beach Zone treated when hotels, motels, and resort condominiums in the Resort Housing District redevelop?

When residential units are reconstructed, all existing development in the Gulf Beach Zone must be removed.

How is existing development located in the Gulf Beach Zone treated when hotels, motels, and resort condominiums in the RHD want to rehabilitate or replace accessory structures?

Reconstruction of existing nonconforming swimming pools and decks, including all related support components and equipment, located partially or entirely in the Gulf Beach Zone, which in conjunction with prior repairs or rehabilitation amount to a substantial improvement, is allowed, subject to the following:

The improvements cannot be more than the original size of the existing

swimming pool and deck; however, the pool cavity can be enlarged provided it fits within an area that is no larger than the area of the existing facility that is to be replaced.

The applicant must examine alternative locations and assess all available on-site areas located outside the Gulf Beach Zone.

The re-establishment of the nonconforming use is to be considered for approval by the Planning Commission at a public hearing.


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Reconstruction of existing, nonconforming accessory structures, other than swimming pools, located partially or entirely within the Gulf Beach Zone, which in conjunction with prior repairs or rehabilitation amount to a substantial improvement is allowed, subject to the following:

The improvements cannot exceed the overall size of the existing structure. The applicant must examine alternative locations and assess all available

on-site areas located outside the Gulf Beach Zone. The re-establishment of the nonconforming use is to be considered for

approval by the Planning Commission at a public hearing if the accessory structure covers more than 100 square feet of land area.

The provisions allowing replacement (redevelopment) of swimming pools and accessory structures located in the Gulf Beach Zone does not become effective until the Sanibel Plan is amended to allow this redevelopment in the Gulf Beach Zone.

On-site Surface Water Management What are the drainage requirements for redevelopment and site alterations in the Resort Housing District?

On-site Surface Water Management for the reconstruction of residential units in Resort Development is to be in compliance with surface water management standards as required in Chapter 118 of the Land Development Code.

For existing Resort Developments, mitigation is required for additional

development that impacts the existing surface water management system, to ensure that there is no loss in on-site storm water storage and no decrease in the quality of water discharged from the site.


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Other Considerations Are there any other considerations that affect redevelopment in the Resort Housing District?

Reconstructed buildings and structures shall comply with the requirements of Section 86-43, Appearance of Structures, Size and Mass of Structures.

The City is receptive to new technologies that can save resources and promote efficiencies; however, even “best ecological practices( i.e., “green technologies”) have to be consistent with the Sanibel Plan, compliant with the Land Development Code, and designed in a manner that is comparable with the character of the community.

Land areas that are occupied by facilities that are bona fide “best ecological practices” are to be included as required recreation open space.

When short-term rental units are reconstructed in the Resort Housing District at a density that is greater than five units per acre, that development shall provide a minimum of 28,000 square feet of recreational open space per acre.

For reconstruction of existing residential buildings in the Resort Housing District:

Reconstructed buildings are permitted to contain more than 10 dwelling

units. Reconstructed buildings are not subject to the Standard Minimum

Distance between buildings requirement; however, Life Safety requirements in the Building Code for the separation of buildings continues to apply.


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Applicable Land Development Code Sections

The flowing table indexes the applicable sections of the Land Development Code that pertain to reconstruction and rehabilitation of hotels, motels, and resort condominiums in the Resort Housing District.

Topic Land Development Code Section

Definitions .................................................................................................Sec.126-634 Density.......................................................................................................Sec.126-636 Average Occupancy Rate ...................................................................Sec.126-636 Floor Area. ................................................................................................Sec.126-636 Master Plan...............................................................................................Sec.126-636 Building Height ...................................................................................Sec.126-637(3) Coverage w/Impermeable Surfaces ............................................Sec.126-637(4) Developed Area ................................................................................Sec.126-637(4) Vegetation Removal .........................................................................Sec.126-637(4) Vegetation ...............................................................................................Sec.126-172 Gulf Beach Restoration .....................................................................Sec.126-637(6) On Site Surface Water Management......................................................... Sec.118 Standard Minimum Distance between Buildings ..............................Sec.126-939 Maximum Number of Units in a Building................................................Sec.86-163 On-site Recreation Open Space.....................................................Sec.126-637(2) Appearance of Structures, Size, and Mass of Structures.....................Sec. 86-43 Nonconforming Uses ..............................................................................Sec.126-152 Nonconforming Structures.....................................................................Sec.126-172

The Sanibel Land Development Code is available on the City’s website: MySanibel.com Additional requirements may apply based on the specifics of the project. Please contact the Planning Department for answers to specific questions. Contacts for Additional Information Contact the Planning Department at (239) 472-4136 If you have any questions about the City regulations for Redevelopment in the Resort Housing District.

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MEMORANDUM

DATE: December 9, 2011 TO: Judie Zimomra, City Manager FROM: James Jordan, Planning Director SUBJECT: Development Permit Activity Report for November 2011 ___________________________________________________________________________ Enclosed for your review and consideration is the November 2011 Development Permit Activity Report. If you have any questions regarding this report, please let me know. JCJ/stb Enc (1) C: City Council Planning Commission Planning Department

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PC = Planning Commission CC = City Council LDC = Land Development Code DP = Development Permit CUP = Conditional Use Permit TUP = Temporary Use Permit SFR= Single Family Residence HOA= Home Owner’s Association


November, 2011 Permit Activity Report Permits No. 11-6458 to 11-6499 SHORT FORM

Permit No. Address Strap No. Owner Filing Date

Description Status Issue Date

11-6458 4051 West Gulf Drive 29-46-22-T2-00500.0030 Stivers 11-01-11 Trimming forward CCCL Issued 11-05-11 11-6459 5735 Pine Tree Drive 12-46-21-T4-00010.0370 Shanley 11-01-11 Mangrove trimming Issued 11-10-11 11-6460 1694 Dixie Beach Road 18-46-23-T4-00500.0010 Groce 11-02-11 Paver driveway & walkway Active 11-6461 2222 Wulfert Road 12-46-21-T3-0010A.0000 T-Mobile 11-02-11 Replace antennas &

equipment cabinet Issued 11-14-11

11-6462 605 Donax Street 30-46-23-T3-00170.000A Pelican’s Roost Condo (Info only)

11-02-11 Replace parking lot lighting fixtures

Info only 11-02-11

11-6463 4443 Waters Edge Lane 20-46-22-T4-00008.0160 Brazinski 11-02-11 Breakfast nook addition Issued 11-02-11 11-6464 2500 Key Lime Drive 11-46-21-T2-00009.0180 Harris 11-03-11 Trim mangroves &

buttonwood Issued 11-10-11

11-6466 2255 West Gulf Drive 36-46-22-T1-00200.00CE Casa Ybel 11-03-11 Mangrove trimming Issued 11-17-11 11-6467 1717 Jewel Box Drive 18-46-23-T1-0010C.0070 Harrell & Tolp 11-07-11 Reconstruct dock & boat lift Issued 12-01-11 11-6468 721 Anchor Drive 20-46-23-T4-00002.0320 Andrews 11-07-11 New piling-supported grade

level pool & screen enclosure

Active

11-6469 6009 Clam Bayou Lane 11-46-21-T3-0050B.0070 Arado 11-08-11 Wheelchair lift Issued 11-08-11 11-6470 1232 Isabel Drive 18-46-23-T3-00300.0290 Isabel Shoreline, LLC 11-08-11 Replace rock façade with

stucco on front & entry of sfr Info only

November, 2011 Permit Activity SHORT FORM Permit No. Address Strap No. Owner Filing

Date Description Status Issue

Date 11-6471 1386 Sand Castle Road 19-46-23-T4-0100B.0130 Haungs 11-09-11 Replace bay window with

smaller window Info only

11-6472 1326 Tahiti Drive 19-46-22-T2-00500.0840 Huffman 11-09-11 Replace windows with new windows

Info only

11-6473 1595 Serenity Lane 24-46-22-T3-0010D.0170 Huzar 11-09-11 Replace pool/deck & screen enclosure

Issued 11-17-11

11-6474 1236 Sand Castle Road 19-46-22-T3-0100B.0320 Stokes 11-09-11 Expand rear stair & landing Issued 11-18-11 11-6475 1932 Woodring Road 13-46-22-T2-00100.0010 Ghai 11-14-11 Wood platform landing for

rear stair (ATF) Issued 11-14-11

11-6476 600 Periwinkle Way 20-46-23-T2-0150A. 00CE

Bayside Village HOA 11-14-11 Safety fence for existing pool for common element

Issued 11-22-11

11-6477 4389 Gulf Pines Drive 20-46-22-T4-00100.0030 Boorn 11-14-11 Emergency electrical generator

Active

11-6478 4383 Gulf Pines Drive 20-46-22-T4-00100.0130 Poling 11-14-11 Emergency electrical generator

Active

11-6479 1244 Periwinkle Way 19-46-23-T3-00017.0000 Il Cielo 11-16-11 New sign Active 11-6480 520 North Yachtsman

Drive 20-46-23-T2-0150C.0020 Yachtsman’s Cove

POA 11-16-11 Trim mangroves Issued 11-30-11

11-6481 Lake Murex Subdivision 27-46-22-T4-00750.00CE Lake Murex Subdivision

11-17-11 Remove cattails Issued 11-30-11

11-6483 1169 Junonia Street 30-46-23-T2-00305.0030 Block 11-17-11 Fence Info only 11-6484 1995 My Tern Court 13-46-21-T2-00300.0100 Grosz 11-17-11 Trim mangroves Issued 11-30-11 11-6485 1501 Middle Gulf Drive 30-46-23-T4-02100.00CE Sundial of Sanibel

Condo 11-17-11 Trim forward of CCCL Active

11-6486 1997 Periwinkle Way 25-46-22-T2-00006.0000 Royal Shell Real Estate 11-18-11 Building sign Issued 11-18-11 11-6487 1308 Tahiti Drive 19-46-22-T2-00500.0870 Rodman 11-18-11 Pervious paver driveway Issued 11-18-11 11-6488 2477 Periwinkle Way 26-46-22-T3-00006.0010 Bailey’s Center 11-18-11 New monitoring well Issued 11-18-11 11-6490 869 Limpet Drive 20-46-23-T1-00100.0360 Fjeldstad 11-21-11 Pool safety fence Issued 11-22-11 11-6491 1201 Bay Drive 18-46-23-T3-00007.0050 Symroski 11-21-11 Lower level enclosure Active 11-22-11 11-6492 1919 Olde Middle Gulf

Drive 36-46-22-T2-00700.00CE Sandpiper Beach

Condo Association 11-22-11 Trim mangroves Active

November, 2011 Permit Activity SHORT FORM Permit No. Address Strap No. Owner Filing

Date Description Status Issue

Date 11-6493 1811 Olde Middle Gulf

Drive 36-46-22-T2-00900.00CE Signal Inn 11-22-11 Trim mangroves Active

11-6494 978 Oyster Court 20-46-23-T4-04100.0200 Goss 11-28-11 Replace and extend seawall cap

Active

11-6495 986 Sand Castle Road 20-46-23-T1-0020D. 002D

McNamara 11-28-11 Enclose lower level of duplex unit

Active

11-6496 4961 Joewood Drive 19-46-22-T1-00200.0030 Puschel 11-28-11 Reconfigure driveway and combine adjacent platted lots in site plan

Active

11-6497 9292 Belding Drive 11-46-21-T1-0030A.0120 Basel & Patton 11-29-11 Minor subdivision to add half of existing parcel to adjacent existing parcel (ATF)

Active

11-6498 1159 Junonia Street 20-46-23-T2-00305.0010 Morse 11-30-11 Enclose portion of lanai with sliding glass doors

Issued 11-30-11

11-6499 2451 Blind Pass Court 20-46-23-T2-00300.083020-46-23-T2-00300.084020-46-23-T2-00300.0820

Willis 11-30-11 Dock & Boat lift & remove existing dock

Active


MEMORANDUM

DATE: December 9, 2011 TO: Judie Zimomra, City Manager FROM: James C. Jordan, Planning Director SUBJECT: November 2011 Code Enforcement Activity Summary ____________________________________________________________________________ Enclosed for your review and consideration is the November 2011 Code Enforcement Activity Summary. If you have any questions regarding this report, please let me know. JCJ/stb Enc (1) C: City Council

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NOV=Notice of Violation NOH=Notice of Hearing SWO= Stop Work Order AL= Advisory Letter


November 2011 Code Enforcement Activity Report….Cases 2011-522 to 2011-574

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Date

Address

Complaint

Inspection Date (s)

Inspection Report

Notice

Case Status

11-21 thru 11-68 November Sanibel at Large

Commercial Property Dumpster Inspections.

No violations at time of inspection.

11-522 11/1/2011 784 Birdie View Business Tax Receipt Review for Rental Property 11/1/2011

28 Day consecutive rental. Gave information to Finance Dept. Closed

11-523 11/4/2011 1501 Sand Castle Report of BFE violation 11/1 – 11/18/2011

Review of Bldg. Permit file and MLS listing verify lower level violation.

NOV sent to banks and listing agent. Active

11-524 11/7/2011 959 Periwinkle Way Observed temporary sign in ROW 11/7/2011 Notified management company – sign removed. Closed

11-525 11/8/2011 1767 Windward Way Expired Bldg. Permit 10-38358 11/8/2011 Problem is being rectified. Active

11-526 11/14/2011 At large Report of realtors installing for sale signs on canal side of properties

10-26 – 11/15/2011 Realtors have been notified of violation. Active

11-527 11/15/2011 2075 Periwinkle Way Report of over-sized sign 11/14/2011 Sent information to store manager to remove sign. Active

11-528 11/15/2011 Lake Murex

Anonymous report of unlicensed company working in Lake Murex on Mondays 11/15/2011

Several site inspections have not observed person working. Will continue to monitor. Active

11-529 11/15/2011 5151 San Cap Rd. Report of interior remodel – no permit

11/15/2011, 11/17/2011, 21/01/2011

Advised Bldg. Dept. of report – still under investigation. No violations observed Closed





Case No.

Date

Address

Complaint Inspection

Date (s)

Inspection Report

Notice Case Status

11-530 11/15/2011 1501 Middle Gulf Dr. Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Closed 11-531 11/15/2011 2304 Periwinkle Way Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Closed 11-532 11/15/2011 3789 Baltusrol Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Closed

11-533 11/15/2011 844 Lindgren Received request for lien search 11/15/2011 Expired irrigation permit #09-37356. No other violations. Closed

11-534 11/15/2011 4067 West Gulf Dr. Report of large pile of rocks in the Beach Dune

11/15/2011 -12/05/2011

Letter sent to property owner. Violation abated. Closed

11-535 11/15/2011 1451 Middle Gulf Dr. Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Closed 11-536 11/15/2011 5117 Sea Bell Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Closed 11-537 11/15/2011 1700 Periwinkle Way Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Closed 11-538

11/15/2011 554 East Rocks Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations – 4 week minimum rental. Closed

11-539 11/15/2011 1100 Par View Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Closed 11-540

11/15/2011 1244 Periwinkle Way Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Commercial rental of property to Il Cielo. Closed

11-541 11/15/2011 1244 Periwinkle Way Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations – new restaurant. Closed

11-542 11/15/2011 1932 Woodring

Report from NRD of 100 year old Joewood being cut to 2' height; sand spread on rear of property – no permit 11/15/2011

NOV of violation sent to mitigate cutting of Joewood. NOV Active

11-543 11/16/2011 1516 Angel Report of signs 11/16/2011

Sign in ROW – taken by Code Enforcement; NOV sent to realtor. Realtor paid fee and retrieved sign. NOV Closed





Case No.

Date

Address

Complaint

Inspection Date (s)

Inspection Report

Notice

Case Status

11-544 11/16/2011 1516 Angel Report of MLS advertisement of 3 bed, 2 ½ bath property 11/16/2011

Property appraiser shows 2 bed, 2 bath. File ordered to verify approval for permitted work. Violation abated. Closed

11-545 11/16/2011 680 Birdie View Report of BFE violation 11/16/2011 Photos taken by Bldg. Dept. show lower level as living space. NOV sent. NOV Active

11-546 11/16/2011 810 Elinor Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Home rental 4-week minimum. Closed

11-547 11/16/2011 5117 Sea Bell Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Rental in Resort Housing District. Closed

11-548 11/16/2011 721 Durion Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Rental – 4-week minimum. Closed

11-549 11/16/2011 1919 Old Middle Gulf Dr. Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Resort rental. Closed

11-550 11/16/2011 490 Elizabeth Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Rental – 4-week minimum. Closed

11-551 11/16/2011 566 Boulder Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Rental – 4-week minimum. Closed

11-552 11/16/2011 1255 Par View Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Rental – 4-week minimum. Closed

11-553 11/16/2011 2445 West Gulf Dr. Received request to review BTR 11/15/2011 No apparent violations. Rental in Resort Housing District. Closed

11-554 11/16/2011 1523 Periwinkle Way Received request for BTR review. 11/16/2011 No violation – 200 seat restaurant. Closed

11-555 11/16/2011 4714 Rue Belle Mer Received request for open Code cases and liens. 11/16/2011 No open cases or Code cases. Closed





Case No.

Date

Address


Date (s)

Inspection Report

Notice Case Status

11-556 11/16/2011 760 Sextant Report of interior remodel w/o permit 11/16/2011

Informed manager licensed contractor and permit required. SWO Active

11-557 11/18/2011 2330 Palm Ridge Report of holiday lights turned on prior to approved date. 11/18/2011

Informed manager lights should not be turned on. Manager said just testing lights would not turn on until appropriate time. Closed

11-558 11/18/2011 Causeway Road Observed temporary sign in ROW. 11/18/2011

Sign removed notified company and informed them that a license if required to work on Sanibel. Closed

11-559 11/21/2011 645 Donax Report of mahogany being cut down 11/21/2011

NOV sent to owner with mitigation request. NOV Active

11-560 11/21/2011 1338 Tahiti Received request to review BTR for 4-week minimum rental 11/21/2011 No violations noted. Closed

11-561 11/21/2011 3570 Bunny Lane Received request to review BTR for 4-week minimum rental 11/21/2011 No violations noted. Closed

11-562 11/21/2011 1401 Middle Gulf Dr. Received request to review BTR for 4-week minimum rental 11/21/2011 No violations noted. Closed

11-563 11/21/2011 3067 West Gulf Dr. Received request to review Resort rental. 11/21/2011 No violations noted. Closed

11-564 11/21/2011 2412 Palm Ridge Received request to review BTR for cleaning service 11/21/2011 No violations noted. Closed

11-565 11/21/2011 1307 Isabel Received request to review BTR for dance instruction 11/21/2011 No violations noted. Closed





Case No.

Date

Address


Date (s)

Inspection Report

Notice Case Status

11-566 11/21/2011 2400 Palm Ridge Received request to review BTR for Therapeutic Massage 11/21/2011 No violations noted. Closed

11-567 11/21/2011 East Gulf Dr. Observed trimming of 6 seagrapes more than 25%. 11/21/2011 NOV sent – 18 seagrapes to be planted. NOV Active

11-568 11/22/2011 837 Tulip Report of real estate sign in rear yard 11/22/2011

Advised realtor to remove sign. Realtor agreed to remove signs. Closed

11-569 11/22/2011 907 Kings Crown Report of real estate sign in rear yard 11/22/2011

Advised realtor to remove sign. Realtor agreed to remove signs. Active

11-570 11/22/2011 947 Lindgren Report of real estate sign in rear yard 11/22/2011


11-571 11/22/2011 1089 S. Yachtsman Report of real estate sign in rear yard 11/22/2011


11-572 11/22/2011 1191 Bird Lane Report of real estate sign in rear yard 11/22/2011


11-573 11/22/2011 Sanibel Moorings Report of real estate sign in rear yard 11/22/2011


11-574 11/28/2011 1501 Middle Gulf Dr. Received request for BTR review – Resort rental 11/22/2011 No violation noted. Closed

City of Sanibel Public Works - Utility Division 800 Dunlop Road Sanibel, FL 33957

* click on the links to see attached documentation. (Inspection Forms, Letters and Notice of Violations)

Date Business Site Address Mailing Address Property Owner Inspection

Dates Inspection Report Notice Status

Patty Nail 12/15/2011 Interceptor needs to be pumped Sent AL 12/16/2011

359 Periwinkle Way 359 Periwinkle Way 1167 Buttonwood Lane

12/16/2011 East End Deli Sanibel, Fl 33957 Sanibel, Fl 33957 Sanibel, FL 33957 Has till December 27, 2011 to comply.

BRE / Dunes Owner LLC BRE / Dunes Owner LLC 12/15/2011 Interceptor needs to be pumped Sent AL 12/16/2011

949 Sandcastle Road 949 Sandcastle Road 949 Sandcastle Road

12/16/2011 Dunes Golf and Tennis Club Sanibel, Fl 33957 Sanibel, Fl 33957 Sanibel, Fl 33957 Has till December 27, 2011 to comply.

Periwinkle Partners LLC 12/15/2011 Interceptor needs to be pumped Sent AL 12/16/2011

2407 Periwinkle Way 2407 Periwinkle Way, Suite 8 2407 Periwinkle Way

12/16/2011 Greenhouse Grill Sanibel, FL 33957 Sanibel, Fl 33957 Sanibel, FL 33957 Has till December 27, 2011 to comply.

Grease Trap Monthly Activity Report

December-11

NOV=Notice of Violation AL=Advisory Letter

News Release – For Immediate Release

December 20, 2011

City of Sanibel

Contact: City Manager’s Office (239) 472-3700

Sanibel Mayor Kevin Ruane Appointed Chairperson of

Florida Municipal Insurance Trust Board of Trustees

Sanibel Mayor Kevin Ruane has been appointed Chairperson of the Florida Municipal

Insurance Trust (FMIT) Board of Trustees at the Friday, December 9, 2011 Board

meeting. The FMIT Board of Trustees is comprised of elected officials who actively

participate in the Trust and governs the Florida Municipal Investment Trust (FMIvt).

The Florida League of Cities (FLC) established the insurance program in 1977 providing

Workers’ Compensation coverage, then later liability, property and health insurance.

With over 600 members the purpose of the program is to provide Florida Cities

affordable insurance.

Mayor Ruane has also been appointed to the Florida Municipal Investment Trust

(FMIvT). The FMIvT is an Interlocal governmental entity created under the laws of the

State of Florida and is an authorized investment under Section 163.01 Florida Statutes.

Mayor Ruane has served as a member of the Sanibel City Council since 2007. He serves

as the council liaison to the Police Pension Board of Trustees. He also serves as a

member of the Lee County Tourism Development Council (TDC), as well as City

Council’s liaison to the Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization.

Mayor Ruane’s community involvement has consisted of the following organizations:

Save The Children, American Cancer Society of America, President of the Sanibel

School Fund, member of the Sanibel Structure Safety Inspector Team, board member of

The Sanibel School Advisory Committee, President of the P.A.C. for Sanibel Rec Center,

Certified Adult & Children CPR & AED, Kiwanis Club member, Campaign Chair and

Treasurer for Mick Denham’s City Council position, Children’s Education Center,

CROW, P.U.R.R.E., Sanibel-Captiva Cares, SCCF, Sanibel Beautification, coaching

basketball, baseball and football as well as umpiring baseball for Sanibel leagues.

Mayor Ruane and his family were visitors to Sanibel for 14 years prior to purchasing a

home in 2004. His daughter is a graduate of St. Francis University in Pennsylvania and

his son is a junior Bishop Verot High School. His newest business venture is Castleton

Capital specializing in financing equipment.

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WATER SUPPLY SUMMIT

INSPIRING ACTION ON EVERGLADES RESTORATION

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Press Release: Chuck Todd of NBC News to Moderate Everglades Water Supply Summit

Dear Everglades Partner,

On January 17th and 18th, 2012 the Everglades Foundation will be hosting a first of its kind event in Tallahassee, Florida. The Everglades Water Supply Summit will be filled with informative, thought-provoking events designed to build momentum towards the restoration of a national treasure and to secure Florida's water supply.

In 2011, Florida witnessed one of the worst droughts of its history. It was the third drought In the past ten years. This lack of rain sparked wildfires across the state and set large-scale destructive algal blooms in motion in the Caloosahatchee river. West Palm Beach and other municipalities came within days of running out of water.

The drought highlighted the issues that Florida should have been focusing on from the beginning: storing rainwater, cleaning it and supplying it to the millions of Floridians who need it.

The Everglades ecosystem is a crucial link between water storage and water supply for almost 7 million Floridians. And at less than half its original size, one out of every three Floridians relies on the Everglades as the source of their fresh drinking water.

For over a hundred years, we have built canals and levees to re-direct the natural southerly flow of freshwater from the headwaters of the Everglades in the Kissimmee river basin towards urban areas and coastal cities, disrupting the ecosystem's delicate natural balance.

Meanwhile, 1.7 billion gallons of freshwater are dumped into saltwater estuaries every day.

Florida's boating, tourism, real estate, hunting, recreational and commercial fishing industries all depend on a healthy Everglades ecosystem, supporting tens of thousands of jobs and contributing billions to our economy.

The Everglades Foundation would be honored by your presence, your insights and your experience. Please plan to join us.

Thank you for your consideration and support.

Sincerely,

Kirk Fordham CEO, Everglades Foundation

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WATER SUPPLY SUMMIT


Summit Kick-Off Luncheon January 17, 2012 111 :30AM - 1:OOPM Augustus B. Turnbull Ill Florida State Conference Center 555 West Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL

Water Supply Summit• January 17, 2012I2:00PM Augustus B. Turnbull Ill Florida State Conference Center 555 West Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL Government officials, business leaders and concerned Floridians will discuss the growing water supply crisis and how Everglades Restoration is the key to solving it *This event has limited seating. Attendees must request tickets during registration

Everglades Jam Reception January 17, 2012I5:30PM ·7:00PM The Moon 1105 East Lafayette Street, Tallahassee, FL Unwind with fellow Floridians over good food, drinks and a live performance by platinum recording artist Gavin DeGraw

Everglades Jam Performance by Gavin DeGraw January 17, 2012I7:00-9:00PM The Moon 1105 East Lafayette Street, Tallahassee, FL

Legislative Briefing Breakfast January 18, 2012I7:30AM ·9:30AM Augustus B. Turnbull Ill Florida State Conference Center 555 West Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL

Capital Lobby Day January 18, 2012I9:30AM- 4:00PM Augustus B. Turnbull Ill Florida State Conference Center 555 West Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL A day of briefings, meetings and advocacy to save Florida's Everglades

Pursuant to Florida Statutes sections 11.045(4)(a) and 112.3215(6)(a), select members, officials and employees of the legislative and executive branches are prohibited from accepting a complimentary ticket to this event. If you meet this restriction, you are required to purchase your admission to the event. The cost of admission for each event is as follows:

1. Summit Kick-Off Luncheon: $15 per person

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2. Everglades Jam Reception: $20 per person 3. Everglades Jam Concert: $45 per person 4. Legislative Briefing Breakfast: $10 per person

Admission can be paid at the reception entrance when you arrive at each event.

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There are room blocks with limited availability at the Governor's Inn, Aloft Hotel and Hampton Inn. To inquire about a room block, please contact [email protected]

Below is a list of hotels in the Tallahassee area.

Hampton Inn - ROOM BLOCK* (5.1 mi) 2979 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, FL (850) 514·6867 hamptoninn.com *This hotel block is first come, first serve. To book a room, please call and say you would like to make a reservation under the Everglades Foundation room block. The rate is $119 for the night of Monday January 16 and $139 for the night of Tuesday January 17.

Residence Inn Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol (0.8 mi) 600 W Gaines St Tallahassee, Florida 32304 1·850·329·9080 residenceinntallahassee.com Rates starting at ($129+)

Comfort Suites (2.2 mi) 1 026 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, FL 32304 (850) 224·3200 comfortsuitestallahassee.com Rates starting at ($79+)

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tallahassee (1 .1 mi) 101 South Adams Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 224·5000 tallahassee.doubletree.com Rates starting at ($127 +)

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Holiday Inn (2.5 mi) 1355 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 877-3171 hicapitoleast.com Rates starting at ($89+)

Best Western Pride Inn & Suites (3.6 mi) 2016 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 656·6312 book.bestwestern.com Rates Starting at ($55+)

Aloft Hotel (1.3 mi) 200 North Monroe Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 513·0313 alofttallahassee .com Rates starting at ($125+)

The Governor's Inn (1 .1 mi) 209 South Adams Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 681·6855 thegov1nn.com Rates Starting at ($144+)

Cabot Lodge Thomasville Road (5.9 mi) 1653 Raymond Diehl Ad Tallahassee, FL 32308 (850) 386-7500 cabotlodgethomasvilleroad.com Rates Starting at ($105+)

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Courtyard Tallahassee Capital (2.1 mi) 1018 Apalachee Parkway Tallahassee, FL 32399 (850) 222-8822 marriott. com Rates starting at ($129+)

Hotel Duval, Autograph Collection (1.5 mi)

Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 224-6000 autographcollectionhotels.com Rates starting at ($119+)

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Florida League of Cities, Inc. P.O. Box 1757 Tallahassee, FL 32302-1757

Pa mela Smith, MMC, City Clerk City of Sanibel 800 Dunlop Rd San ibel, FL 33957-4021

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Florida

2012 FLC Legislative Action Days The Florida League of Cities' Legislative Action Days will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, January 24-25, 2012, in Tallahassee. Session starts early this year due to the requirements of redistricting, so make your travel plans now!

Be part of this year's advocacy efforts as President Pat Bates and the League's legislative team strategize and prepare for this critical session. You'll hear directly from key legislators on an array of important issues, such as redistricting and pension reform.

On Tuesday, January 24, the League will hold a Legislative Briefing from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. in Sittig Hall. Our lobbyists will provide status reports on the League's legislative action agenda priorities. You'lllearn the latest on these and other key issues affecting municipalities. Please RSVP for this workshop on the registration form.

Following the briefing, there will be a reception for all registrants beginning at 5:30 p.m. Share ideas with your city colleagues and legislators in a relaxed setting before the next day's more formal, focused advocacy begins. Please RSVP for the reception on the registration form.

Registration Form Return the completed form* by January 13,2012, to Florida League of Cities, P.O. Box 1757, Tallahassee, FL 32302-1757; or fax to (850) 222-3806; or e-mail to [email protected]. Please type or print information requested. Complete one registration form per registrant; duplicate as needed. No registration fee is required; however, on-site registrants cannot be guaranteed for the meal function . The deadline for cancellations is January 13, 2012.

*Unfortunately, online registration for Legislative Action Days is not available at this time.

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Special Needs: If you are physically challenged and require special service or if you have special dietary needs, please attach a written description to this registration form and notify the hotel for special service.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE*

AGENDA REVISED

December 9, 2011

I. Call to Order

II. Roll Call

III. Approval of November 10, TDC Meeting Minutes

IV. Public to be Heard

V. Municipalities to be Heard

VI. Report of the Executive Director, Tamara Pigott a. Tourist Tax Report b. Smith Travel Report (STR Report) c. RSW Passenger Activity Report d. Administration Activity Report e. Administrative Update, Woody Peek f. Sales Report, Pamela Johnson g. Communications Report, Nancy Hamilton h. Visitor Services Report i. New Product Development Report, Nancy MacPhee j. Advertising Report, Clayton Reid, MMG k. Research Report, Kevin Knight, DPA

VII. Report of the Sports Authority Executive Director, Jeff Mielke

VIII. Old Business

a. Events Marketing Subcommittee Recommendations, Nancy MacPhee b. Final FY 2010-11 Budget Report c. Resolution on Offshore Drilling, Tamara Pigott d. Swim Center Update, Karen Hawes

IX. New Business

a. Proposed FY2011-2012 Budget Increase, Tamara Pigott b. Acceptance of FY2011-2012 Sales & Marketing Plan, Tamara Pigott c. Proposed 2012 TDC Meeting Calendar, Fran Belasco

X. For Council’s Information

XI. TDC Member Items

XII. Adjourn The next TDC Meeting will be held 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 13, 2012 at the Visitor & Convention Bureau, 2201 Second Street, Suite 118. Denotes Action Item Watch the TDC Meeting live link.

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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

TRAFFIC REPORT

2007 YTD 2008 YTD 2009 YTD 2010 YTD 2011 YTD

JAN 783,207 783,207 762,316 762,316 732,851 732,851 731,739 731,739 726,322 726,322

FEB 841,727 1,624,934 845,741 1,608,057 809,990 1,542,841 755,095 1,486,834 790,124 1,516,446

MARCH 1,081,425 2,706,359 1,030,151 2,638,208 985,267 2,528,108 996,685 2,483,519 1,073,556 2,590,002

APRIL 924,919 3,631,278 834,689 3,472,897 849,815 3,377,923 813,329 3,296,848 907,686 3,497,688

MAY 603,870 4,235,148 576,143 4,049,040 524,520 3,902,443 552,105 3,848,953 587,633 4,085,321

JUNE 525,258 4,760,406 488,266 4,537,306 461,295 4,363,738 476,625 4,325,578 473,332 4,558,653

JULY 535,264 5,295,670 502,932 5,040,238 492,063 4,855,801 490,227 4,815,805 457,194 5,015,847

AUGUST 488,539 5,784,209 448,667 5,488,905 454,927 5,310,728 444,714 5,260,519 420,105 5,435,952

SEPT 387,452 6,171,661 328,278 5,817,183 359,743 5,670,471 374,590 5,635,109 351,881 5,787,833

OCT 537,606 6,709,267 492,258 6,309,441 470,931 6,141,402 532,025 6,167,134 469,145 6,256,978

NOV 651,495 7,360,762 603,366 6,912,807 598,478 6,739,880 652,783 6,819,917

DEC 689,000 8,049,762 691,038 7,603,845 676,078 7,415,958 694,399 7,514,316

TOTALS 8,049,762 7,603,845 7,415,958 52,386,271 6,256,978

Note: For further information regarding airport statistics: [email protected]

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LEE COUNTY VISITOR & CONVENTION BUREAU

Administrative Activity Report NOVEMBER 2011

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

Meeting with Nancy MacPhee

Meeting with Warren Wright and Woody Peek

Interview with WGCU’s Gulf Coast Live

Meeting with Commissioner Tammy Hall; Carol Obermeier & Brian Solis (Lee

County Port Authority); Woody Peek, Pamela Johnson, & Nancy Hamilton

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

County Manager Staff Meeting

Speaking Engagement: FGCU Cela Tega Conference

Meeting with Laura Chmielewski & Woody Peek

Conference call with Katherine Han, MMG Worldwide

Celebration of Quality Excellence Award 2011

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

VCB Staff Meeting

MPO Technical Advisory Committee Meeting

Meeting with Bill Obreiter, Joanna Citarella & Robyn Rice (Orbitz) and Woody Peek

Meeting with Pamela Cronin & Woody Peek

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

Meeting with Commissioner Frank Mann

Meeting with Kimberly Powers, Insight

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Meeting with Commissioner John Manning, Karen Hawes, and Steve Boutelle (Lee

County Natural Resources)

Meeting with Laura Chmielewski

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

BoCC Meeting

Conference call with Kevin Knight, DPA & Nancy Hamilton

Meeting with Laura Chmielewski

NOVEMBER 9, 2011


Captiva Erosion Prevention District Board Meeting

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NOVEMBER 10, 2011

TDC Meeting

Meeting with Karen Hawes; Clayton Reid, Kim Lenox & Katherine Han (MMG

Worldwide); Joe Bouch (Chisano Marketing Group); Jennifer Berg (Lee County

Economic Development); Jeff Mielke (Lee County Sports Authority); Pamela

Johnson & Laura Chmielewski

NOVEMBER 14, 2011

Meeting with Karen Hawes

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

BoCC Meeting

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

Team Tourism Workshop: Making the Most of TripAdvisor, Crowne Plaza

Meeting with Betsy Allen, Gaining Results

Conference call with Marcia Wood & Kevin Knight, DPA

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Meeting with Michael Horn & John Aldrich (The Forum) and Karen Hawes

VCB Staff Meeting

Meeting with Sue Noe (Lee County Economic Development); Christine Brady (Lee

County Human Resources); and Fran Belasco

Meeting with Jeff Mielke (Lee County Sports Authority); Kaye Sheldon (Lee County

Library); Sue Noe (Lee County Economic Development); Mike Figueroa (Lee

County Risk Management); and Fran Belasco

Meeting with Tim Parks, Lee County Clerk of Courts

Meeting with Brad Lear (Sanibel Accommodations) and Pamela Johnson

Conference call with Marcia Wood & Kevin Knight, DPA

Pine Island Chamber of Commerce After-Hours

Meeting with Susan Webb (VOX), Woody Peek & Pamela Johnson

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

Meeting with Dr. Gary Jackson, FGCU

Meeting with Laura Chmielewski & Woody Peek

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Meeting with Nancy Hamilton

Meeting with Andrea Fraser (Lee County Attorney’s Office); Mike Figueroa (Lee

County Risk Management) & Fran Belasco

Welcome Reception for Spies/Ving

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NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Meeting with Michael Jensen, Jens Juliussen & Jarno Holmström (Spies/Ving),

Woody Peek, Pamela Johnson, Erick Garnica and Peter Hannaford

Lee County Hotel Association Meeting

Florida Association of CVB’s Board of Directors

VCB Directors’ Meeting

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Conference call with Tim Parks, Lee County Clerk of Courts, and Frank Maderal,

Colson Hicks Eidson

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Meeting with Emily Austin, Meghan Sullivan, JT Tenjack & Justin Watkins (MMG),

Laura Chmielewski and Woody Peek

NOVEMBER 30, 2011


Meeting with Emily Austin and Meghan Sullivan (MMG) and Laura Chmielewski

The Chamber of Southwest Florida Meeting

For additional information: Fran Belasco at 239-338-3500 or [email protected]

Sales Calls / Tvl Agents + Consumer International

Meeting Planners Tour Operator RV / Motor Coach

FAMs / Site Inspection SMERF Education/Seminars

Name of Event: National Women’s Show Dates of Event: November 11-13, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Toronto, Ontario, Canada VCB Representative at Event: Linda White, Florida Travel Marketing, Inc Show Attendance Estimate: 40,000 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 456 Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/A

Objective • To promote the Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel by distributing visitor guides and related

collateral and answering questions about the area to the predominately female attendees in the greater Toronto market.

Leads / Prospects

• N/A

Comments • All three days of this show were excellent. Friday was Remembrance Day and therefore a

holiday for all government, banking, etc. personnel. There were at least 300 people in line 2 hours before the show opened at noon on Friday and even more than that on Saturday AM.

• A lot of the people I spoke with were not familiar with Fort Myers/Sanibel area at all; some had heard of it but did not know which coast it was on or where on the Gulf coast it was.

• I talked with a number of women who usually go to the St. Petersburg beaches but were looking for something different and in an area that was “family-friendly”.

• There were a lot of questions about the best time to go, what activities available for children to enjoy and what the temperature would be in December, January or February.

• Several people had a date in mind for their trip but did not have accommodations yet. I showed them the listings in the visitor guide and referred them to the website. Some were interested in multi-room accommodations and others specifically wanted beach locations.

• Some of the dates people were interested in going and needing accommodations was: a couple going in February wanted a condo for 3 weeks, a family vacation in May with 19 and 21 year sons, a group of ladies going in March and interested in golfing for a week, a family of five going during Christmas break.

• I spoke with a couple that had taken the Key West Express and had a great time on it. Another couple mentioned they were undecided between Key West and Fort Myers; I told them about the Key West Express and they loved the convenience of going to both places.

• There were some questions about places for deep sea fishing charters, boat cruises to see dolphins and places to rent canoes (they were fascinated with the Calusa Blueway maps). I showed them all the sections in the VG to answer their needs and referred them to the website.

• A few people said they drive down (about 26 hours), but there were a number of people who asked about where to fly in and who flies from Toronto. I showed them the airport location on the map and told them Air Canada and Westjet flew direct from Toronto.

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• March and the week after Christmas were the most frequently mentioned times for possible visits. Several mentioned they were avoiding the summer because of the risk of hurricanes. I told them it had been 7 years since the last major hurricanes hit this part of Florida.

• Some of the places people mentioned having stayed before or had reservations coming up were Residence Inn Fort Myers Sanibel, Mango Street Inn B&B (they raved about this place and the staff there), LaQuinta near Sanibel, South Seas Resort and West Wind Inn.

Trends

• The economy (or not being able to afford a vacation) did not seem to be an issue this year as it has in the past. These women were ready to start planning a trip or get more information for a trip already scheduled. A few with larger families mentioned driving as opposed to the cost of airfare, but they were definitely ready to travel.

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Name of Event: BFMS Destination Days @ The Villages Event Location (City & State): The Villages, FL VCB Representative at Event: Jovina Huber, Charm Evans Show Attendance Estimate: 500 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 320 Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall, Broadway

Palm, Captiva Holiday Village & Captiva Cruises, Edison & Ford, Everglades Day Safari, Homewood Suites-Bonita, Hyatt Place- Forum, Paradise Advertising (Several area resorts & restaurants) Pink Shell, SunStream, Tanger Outlets, Outrigger Beach Resort, Captiva Holiday Village, Florida Repertory Theatre, Fairfield Inn, Best Western Waterfront, Bert’s Bar & Grill & Pine Island Accommodations, San-Cap Chamber, Hotel Indigo

Objective

• Destination Days is an opportunity to promote our area co-operatively. We had great overall county representation for our area at this show. The Villages is a very affluent, retirement community, within our drive market whose demographics fit perfectly with our visitor profile. The residents of this community are extremely active. There are also many clubs, and the club leaders visit the tradeshows for ideas for group trips.

Leads / Prospects • The following Lee County partners have already reported bookings:

Homewood Suites Broadway Palm Dinner Theater Best Western Waterfront The Homewood Suites (booked at the show)

Comments

• Unlike traditional travel shows where we compete with other areas. Attendees expressed a preference to attending Destination Days as opposed to the multi-destination Travel Shows also held at The Villages.

• Attendees were not overwhelmed with information and were able to grasp a better understanding of what our area represents.

• The Villages is still a growing area. With new retirees moving in all of the time. • A couple from the UK won one of the give-aways; they were visiting friends and decided to attend

the show and are considering a trip to our area. • The Village Sun sent a photographer and took photos of the event and of one of the prize

winners; we will receive added exposure as a result. • Many of the attendees were interested in gathering information for visiting friends and relatives. • There was a request for more information on opportunities for golf.

Trends

• The residents of The Villages are still traveling.

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Name of Event: Professional Travel Agents of North America (PTANA) Dates of Event: November 7-10, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Boston VCB Representative at Event: Shelley Crant, Florida Travel Marketing, Inc Show Attendance Estimate: 185 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 190 Would You Recommend Next Year: yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/a

Objective • PTANA allowed us the opportunity to inform and update the travel agents in the Washington DC,

Baltimore, Philadelphia and Boston markets about the Fort Myers/Sanibel area including places for their clients to stay and things for them to see and do while in the area.

Leads / Prospects

• Each chapter will provide a complete contact list of attendees: Washington DC - 38, Baltimore - 45, Philadelphia - 58, Boston - 40.

Comments • Most of the agents were familiar with our area and send clients regularly. Several mentioned that

they have not had the opportunity to visit and reminded all to contact the Travel Agent Help Desk for a VIP pass and site inspection assistance when they can plan a trip to the area.

• Encouraged agents to keep us in mind for destination weddings and honeymoons as well as family reunions and groups.

• One agent said she had just booked a family to Sundial for a visit in December and she was happy to get the collateral material to share.

• Agents mentioned using the following properties for their clients: South Seas, West Wind Inn, Casa Ybel, Pink Shell, Holiday Inn Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel Harbour Marriott and Holiday Inn Historic District.

• Another agent mentioned that she had a client in the area recently when his wife suddenly passed away and he ended up at the Best Western while handling this and she said they treated him like gold and she was very pleased and grateful and wanted to make sure we shared the kudos with the property.

• Maureen Weron (on Boston chapter board) has a house in Punta Gorda and will be down again this winter. She had meant to get a VIP pass and do site inspections last year to explore but ran out of time. Intends to contact us for assistance when she gets down this winter.

• One of the DC agents has a client who is a frequent guest of Marco Island Marriott and she was unaware of the Sanibel Harbour Marriott option – and thinks her client might enjoy the change of scenery.

Trends

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• Quality of the agents at the shows remains strong but the numbers were a bit lower than last year (bad traffic in DC and bad weather/traffic in Boston did not help). Agents were very upbeat and positive about business and looking to have a good 2012.

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Name of Event: US Airways Product Launches Dates of Event: November 7 & 8, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Charlotte, NC & Philadelphia, PA VCB Representative at Event: Chris White, Florida Travel Marketing, Inc Show Attendance Estimate: 150 per venue – 300 total Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 100 per venue – 200 total Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/A


collateral and answering questions about the area to the agents in attendance. Leads / Prospects

• N/A

Comments

• These two shows were the 2011/2012 product launches for US Airways Vacations in two of their hub cities Charlotte and Philadelphia. Approximately 150 agents attended each event and came from the surrounding area in some cases up to 2 hours drive away.

• Business cards were collected from as many agents as possible and will be forwarded to the Travel Agent Help Desk for input into the database.

• Most of the agents were familiar with our area and sell the Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel on a regular basis. They were all pleased to receive the latest material and several said that they would order more.

• A number of the agents had visited the area recently and had the usual comments such as “My favorite place” “Paradise” and “my favorite Florida destination.”

• Properties mentioned included Pink Shell, Sanibel Inn, Sanibel Harbour Marriott, South Seas Resort, Hyatt Coconut Pointe, and Diamondhead.

• Because of the limited time during the trade show, conversations with the agents were brief.

Trends

• Most of the agents said that their business had been good this year - one agency owner saying it had been the best year in ten years. Some also reported that they were seeing some clients come back that they had not seen for 2 to 3 years.

• The agents also reported that they were seeing a much longer booking window with reservations through 2012.

• Some were also concerned with lift into some airports including RSW and rising airfares.

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Name of Event: Eastern Travel Association Trade Shows Dates of Event: November 14-16, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Harrisburg, Wilkes-Barre, Allentown, PA VCB Representative at Event: Shelley Crant, Florida Travel Marketing, Inc Show Attendance Estimate: 180 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 225 Would You Recommend Next Year: yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/a

Objective • To inform and update the travel agents in eastern Pennsylvania about what is new on the

Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel by distributing visitor guides and related collateral and answering questions about the area.

Leads / Prospects

• The association will provide a list of attendees from each show. • One of the other vendors in attendance is a receptive tour operator I had previously met with

during NTA in Montreal last fall and we are now in the process of arranging a site visit for him to assess the area for his student groups – coming in from South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Currently brings about 20 tours a year to the Florida market but the tours have been concentrated in Orlando and Miami. He feels our area would be a good fit as there needs to be a good educational component in each of the tours and we have multiple activities that would qualify.

Comments

• Made some excellent agent contacts during the shows (with a notable showing of AAA agents). Lots of interest in our area with numerous agents indicating that they have sent clients to our area and/or have booked clients for the coming months. See notes below.

• A group travel consultant for AAA is looking to bring 4-5 couples (she will be traveling with them) over the New Year holiday and asked about availability. She will be contacting us for assistance

• One agent mentioned she has a couple attending a wedding in Naples in three weeks and then they are booked for a stay at Casa Ybel.

• Another agent who had the opportunity to visit this last summer, said how much she loved it and that she knew the area was really good “when I saw how many Floridians vacation there.”

• One agent just booked a honeymoon to Pink Shell. And another mentions that she sends clients to the resort regularly as she gets such good rates through Travel Impressions.

• Another agent just booked a honeymoon to Seaside Inn for February. • One agent had recently stayed at the Outrigger and said how much she enjoyed the property

(especially the great expanse of beach and the tiki bar). • Another agent just booked an extended family group of 8 for the week for Christmas - home

rental. • One owner/agent mentioned she had just booked a couple to Sanibel Harbour Marriott for a

January stay and she had also had a group of approximately 50 at the property this past May. Said her clients “loved” the property.

• Paid a visit to the AAA office in Bethlehem, PA and left them a supply of 25 visitor guides.

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• Reminded the agents that they can receive assistance from the Travel Agent Help Desk and to keep our area in mind if they have clients looking for a terrific location for a destination wedding or honeymoon.

• One agent said she had clients that just called that day who were looking for an alternative destination to the Caribbean and she was very interested in our area as a good possibility for them.

Trends

• Agents indicated that business has been good and they are anticipating a good 2012. More flights and lower fares to our area would be welcomed.

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Name of Event: AAA Carolinas Superbowl of Knowledge Dates of Event: November 19 – 20, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Greensboro, NC VCB Representative at Event: Chris White, Florida Travel Marketing, Inc Show Attendance Estimate: 600 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 228 Would You Recommend Next Year: yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/a


collateral and answering questions about the area to all the travel counselors of AAA Carolinas Leads / Prospects

• Phillip Vanover – Manager of call center suggested that training can be done at the call center where hotel reservations and trip planning is handled.

Comments • The Superbowl of Knowledge is an event where AAA Carolinas brings all their staff together for a

two-day training session. About half the staff in attendance are travel counselors, the others are from the insurance and car care departments.

• The staff come from all their offices including Raleigh, Durham, Charlotte, Winston – Salem, Ashville and Wilmington NC along with Greenville, Columbia, Mount Pleasant, Aiken and Myrtle Beach, SC.

• We exhibited in the trade show portion of the event and distributed our materials and answered questions from the counselors. Several were very familiar with our area and have visited. Others said that they book the area but needed more information.

• Other Florida exhibitors included St Pete/Clearwater, Visit Orlando, Space Coast, Universal, Disney and Legoland.

• Some of the counselors were confused about our visitor guide, as all AAA Carolinas offices have large displays of Lonely Planet guides which they sell and they thought that they would get our guide from the distributer and sell it. Had to explain to them that they order from us and it is free to them and their clients.

• AAA Carolinas remains one of the most progressive clubs in the country and other exhibitors indicated they produce/sell a lot of business.

Trends

• Many of the counselors mentioned that business this year had been good in all areas including domestic travel, cruises and Europe.

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Name of Event: PCMA Bowl A Thon & Monthly Meeting Dates of Event: November 2, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Chicago, IL VCB Representative at Event: Jerry Terp Show Attendance Estimate: 250 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: N/A Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/A

Objective • To meet and mingle with as many meeting planners as possible. • Continue to build relationships with Chicago area planners.

Leads / Prospects

• Meetings & Incentives (Milwaukee, WI) Blake McKinney & Paulette Heney. Will set up a time in 2012 to do presentations to the office for future leads

• National Funeral Directors Assn – Looking at FL as a possible destination for 2013 • American Society of Cosmologists – Future possible women’s program • Conference Planning Resources – Susan Berger, she wants me to contact Kristy in their office as

she plans different programs for FL Comments

• The PCMA Bowl A Thon for the Greater Midwest Chapter. It is a social networking and charity fundraising function.

• This is a good function to mingle and meet new clients for a very low cost. I recommend that we attend again next year.

• This is an evening function and is always held at Lucky Strike lanes in Chicago.

Trends • N/A


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Name of Event: South Florida Tallahassee Tailgate & Sales Calls Dates of Event: Nov. 2-3, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Tallahassee, FL VCB Representative at Event: Kimball Mathews Show Attendance Estimate: 90 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 90 Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: Harborside Event Center, Hyatt Coconut Point

Resort & Spa, SunStream Hotels & Resorts, South Seas & Sundial

Objective • Increase awareness for our destination while on sales calls & networking at our event. • Generate new leads that will result in booked business for the area

Leads / Prospects

• CMC & Associates, ITS Florida, Transpo 2012, Oct. 2012. Brought lunch to Karen & Fred, because they were unable to come to lunch. Met with them to discuss the wants & needs of this meeting and what it would take to get it to our destination.

• Florida Trial Lawyers, met with Sheldon Gusky to see what it will take to get this meeting here, since it has been a long time that he has even considered our destination. This lead is in SV and he has his standards of hotels/resorts.

• Florida Society of Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Risk Mgmt Conf, April 2013/4 and annual, July 2013/4. Unable to come to tailgate; have invited her to TSAE Power Luncheon in Dec.

• Florida Retail Federation, after Darin (Hyatt Coconut Point) & I met with Sherry & Scott, and I explained the 5% and the Go Zero, and Darin answered all the questions, he asked for a contract!!! This began during sales calls in January 2011, and is now coming full circle!

Comments

• South Florida Tallahassee Tailgate started out as an idea of some of us who have been in Tallahassee for many years. This idea came to fruition in November with destinations, resorts, attractions, etc., all from the lower half of Florida, excluding Miami and not any further north than Palm Beach County (east) & Lee County (west). We had 22 representatives from the four counties, and Tallahassee meeting planners were thrilled with the entire event.

• We had the FSU cheerleader come and do a few cheers to get the people in the festive mood. Thank goodness, FSU won. We had our promo materials in a garnet/gold recycled bag (with the Tallahassee Tailgate date) and a garnet/gold tee shirt with the same Tailgate info., which was handed out as the planners departed.

• We are in discussions about 2012 and if we want to possibly get a suite at Doak Campbell (Bobby Bowden Stadium) or do the same as we did this year.

Trends • CRM • Shorter meeting notices time


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Name of Event: Florida Encounter 2011 Dates of Event: Nov. 12-16, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Daytona Beach, FL VCB Representative at Event: Kimball Mathews Show Attendance Estimate: 75 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 75 Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: Hyatt Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Sanibel

Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa, DiamondHead Beach Resort & Spa, Resort at Marina Village, South Seas Island Resort & Sundial Beach Resort

Objective • Increase awareness for our destination • Generate new leads that will result in booked business for the area

Leads / Prospects

• Conference Solutions USA, Incentive, Sept. 2012, 50ppl peak, 200 rm nights • Council on Occupational Education, January 2012 staff retreat (call after Jan. 5th); Educational

meetings: June, July, Aug 2013 • Conference Direct, FL Association of Pupil Transportation, June/July 2013 200 attendees/300

room nights • Arch Chemicals, NSM meeting on beach Aug. Sept 2012, 5 days/125 attendees/600 rm nts

Comments

• Encounter’s Opening Breakfast, which has been sponsored by our destination for 10 years, continues to put us in the spotlight and eases the networking/getting-to-know-you experience, because the planners already feel they have interacted with us. We showed the Top Ten Experiences (Lonely Planet, on our website) this year, and had rave reviews because we didn’t show photos of the resorts that were present with us (because that can be found at the booths). Leoma Lovegrove blew them away with her “Painting Out Loud” and got the entire audience involved. When she did her magic, everyone in the audience went…wow….ahhh Truly one of the highlights of the morning.

• Ninety-five per cent of the meeting planners had never been to Encounter before and offered up new meetings and new contacts for us.

• Have invited planners down for a Destination Educational Experience and have made notes about their times, etc.

• There was a LOT of complaining about the lack of planners prior to Encounter; however, during and after the event, I did not hear one negative comment about Encounter. Very refreshing.

• Had the privilege to hear NASA astronaut Jon McBride give an account of his time pre, during and now of being an astronaut and the challenges and triumphs of the space program. This was one of the most fascinating events I, and almost everyone else in the room, have ever experienced first-hand with an astronaut.

• Met with Laura Whitten, who has worked for HelmsBriscoe for a few years and she told me of the future of the electronic transmissions that have already been in place for some time. It’s the ability to work without having to have a server (i.e.) your work is stored in a cloud in the internet

world. Also, she talked of reverse bidding where the planners would give their requests to the hoteliers and a bidding war would go on among the hoteliers and the planner would pick the one he/she felt best suits the meeting. This is the next big wave…

Trends • CSR, which has replace “green” and is more prevalent than ever and will NOT go away

• Still rate conscious, not sure when this will change




Name of Event: St. Louis MPI - EduCon Dates of Event: November 16, 2011 Event Location (City & State): St. Louis, MO VCB Representative at Event: Jerry Terp Show Attendance Estimate: 150 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: N/A Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/A

Objective • To meet and mingle with as many meeting planners as possible. • Continue to build relationships with St Louis area planners. • To continue branding Lee County as a viable meeting destination.

Leads / Prospects

• FamilyFarms – 2013 Annual Mtg – Abbey Sabo, Event & Travel Planner (100 pk/500ttl rm nts) RFP out in early 2012.

Comments • This is St Louis MPI Chapter Education Day meeting. It is pretty well attended. This year had

more planners than suppliers which was good. • This is a good function to mingle and meet new clients for a very low cost. I recommend that we

attend again next year. • I also did a client dinner for 7 clients the evening before (11/15). I partnered with Travel Alberta

and American Golf Club and we split the cost of the dinner. The planners were very open. • Attending planners for dinner: Kinyetta Alexander-Wellkep Meeting & Travel Services, Kim Kosil-

HelmsBriscoe, Nancy Herron-Meetings & Events MAC (Works with Cisco), Rohonda Parkinson-Nat’l Assn of Electrical Distributors, Dawn Pashia-Maritz Travel, Katherine Reinecke-Materials Technology Institute & Becky Burgess

Trends • Short Term Bookings • Customer relationships (Build for trust and respect) • Economical uncertainty




Name of Event: Rejuvenate Marketplace Dates of Event: November 7-10, 2011 Event Location (City & State): San Jose, CA VCB Representative at Event: Candice Cocco Show Attendance Estimate: 1,000 Amount of Travel Guides Distributed: 100 Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Lee County Properties Attending: N/A

Objective • To promote the Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel to meeting planners who organize meetings

and conferences for the faith-based organizations. • Assist in getting leads in order to assist Lee County accommodations in booking business with

these organizations. Leads / Prospects

• Carolyn Hassell- A Servants Heart, Memphis, Tennessee. Women’s Meeting, Fall 2012, 2 nights, all doubles, meeting space for 150 people theater style.

• Sharyn Green- National Convention Gospel Choirs & Choruses, Stratford, Connecticut, April 2012 Board Meeting 2-3 nights, 15 rooms.

• Daphne Jordan- CME Church Fifth Episcopal District, Birmingham, Alabama., Regional Bishops Conference Meeting July 2013, 300 people, 125 rooms. Airport property.

• Denise Adams- Faith Chapel Pentecostal Church, Tallahassee, Florida, Couples Retreat Spring 2012, interested in Sanibel only, 50 rooms 2-3 nights.

• Coylitia O’Neal- Global Impact Christian Ministries, Stockbridge, Georgia, Global Impact Women’s Retreat Fall 2012 beach area properties.

• Jim Meredith- Living Church of God, Charlotte, North Carolina, Feast of Tabernacles 2013 Date TBA, 400 peak nights’ rooms.

• Melody Copenny -The Impact Movement, Winter Park, Florida, The Impact Movement National Conference, Dec. 28, 2013- Jan, 1 2014, peak night hotel rooms, 200. The entire conference is held at one hotel. Southeast Staff outing April 2012 2-3 nights 10 rooms.

• Adine DeMond AME Church-AMD Meeting Solutions, Rochester, New York, Anderson & Grace Family Reunion Group 250 people, 30 sleeping rooms mid July after the 4th.

• Mary Stephens- Christian Women Connection – North American Convention, Church of God Women’s Conference. Planning for 2014 conference, 2-3 nights’ 50-100 rooms.

• Rev. Barbara Thomas- Brentwood Baptist Church, Houston, Texas, Pamper, Pray and Play, Minister’s Spouses Retreat Sept or Oct 2012 , 2 nights, 20 rooms .Hotel with Full Spa. Family Retreat August 2012, 2 night’s 20-50 rooms.

• Scott Diffenderfer- Messianic Israel Alliance, Carthage Tennessee, International Conference, August 2012, 3 nights 250 rooms, theater style 2000, plus 10 breakouts for 75 people. Regional Conference 4-6 of these conferences per year, 2 nights, 100 rooms’ peak, theater style 500 plus 4 breakouts for 75 people. Workshops 4-6 per year, 2 night stays 10-50 rooms, 1-2 meeting space with various configurations, prefer lodge type setting.

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Prospects

• Mark Lloyd- Momentum Europe, a Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ, Orlando, Florida. • Ida Gice Smith – Rising Star MBC Church, Denver, Colorado. • Scott Diffenderfer- Messianic Israel Alliance, Carthage Tennessee • Amina McIntyre- SEED, Spiritual Enrichment-Elegant Designs, Atlanta, Georgia. • Hayden Harbuck- Campus Outreach Florida, Ormond Beach, Florida. • Frank Byers- Fellowship of Christian Cheerleaders, Suwanee, Georgia • Carrie Dahm – National Association of Congregational Christian Churches, OakCreek,

Wisconsin. • Jihan Tucker- Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Essence Events, Inc., Whites Creek, Tennessee. • Christine Bennett- Catholic Campus Ministry Association, Cincinnati, Ohio. • Carol Rose- Gateway Church, Southlake, Texas. • Erica Gill- 5th Episcopal District CME Church, Athens, Georgia. • Kenika Smith- Student Leadership University, Orlando, Florida. • Richard Hassell- CME Church, Auburn, Alabama. • Keith Francis- American Society of Church History, Santa Rosa, California. • Paula Kay- 5th Episcopal District –CME Church, Tampa, Florida. • Linda Kelley- WHW Ministries, Los Angeles, California. • Kelly Zimmerman- Ohio Youth Convention, Blacklick, Ohio. • Diane Miller- Church of the Nazarene Global Ministry Center, Lenexa, Kansas.

Comments

• The Rejuvenate Marketplace is a high-quality type of conference that offers us the opportunity to sell Lee County as destination with an abundance of meeting space to faith based religious meeting planners.

• Faith based groups are more valuable now than ever, they’re still holding meetings, and they can fill rooms in shoulder and off peak times.

Trends

• Lodging chains and management companies with empty meeting space and guestrooms are trying a variety of techniques to get business on the books and to keep current clients happy.

• It’s more common to see hotels throw in freebies such as bumped-up frequent guest program rewards, coffee breaks, or a manager’s reception to sweeten the deal.

• At the corporate level, some hotel companies are looking at the big picture, and they are more inclined to give planners a break when they sign contracts for multiple meetings or locations in the future.

• Some companies are offering a menu of incentives, including complimentary room ratio of 1 per 35 group room nights, 25 percent allowable attrition, double base points for attendees, complimentary staff meals for up to four staff members, a 2 percent rebate on guestroom revenue.

• One area of special concern to faith-based groups, other than room rates, is food and beverage, and food costs have risen faster than inflation in the last year or so. Despite that increase, hotels that typically host at least some non-corporate groups understand budget-conscious groups and try to work with them. “

• Hotels have been a lot more flexible in 2011 and will need to be again going into 2012 relative to attrition; it is a buyer’s market for meeting planners in many markets, with a lot of competition for faith –based meetings.

• A number of the planners we meet with were interested in finding out about retreats and board meetings in Lee County.

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Name of Event: World Travel Market Dates of Event: November 7 – 10, 2011 Event Location (City & State): London, England VCB Representative at Event: Jo Piani, Woody Peek, Katie Meckley Show Attendance Estimate: 23,000 Number of Appointments Held: Would You Recommend Next Year: Yes Additional Partners Participating: Gary Young & Keith Watson, Universal

Vacations; Jennifer Friede, SunStream Hotels & Resorts

Objective • World Travel Market (WTM) is a four-day B2B event that presents a diverse range of

destinations and industry sectors to UK and international travel professionals. It is a unique opportunity for the travel trade to meet, network, negotiate, and conduct business. By attending World Travel Market we stay abreast of the latest developments in the travel industry.

• Establish, maintain relationships with new tour operators, other buyers, airlines, and travel writers to update them on the destination.

• Gain booking trends for the future; see how numbers/bookings for the 2011-12 year are comparing to previous year.

• Understand market share/shift and reevaluate hotel product featured in tour operator programs.

Leads / Prospects

• All WTM appointments will be entered into Simpleview. • Possible partnering opportunities for social media with Canadian Traveller, Bridal Guide,

and Orbitz. • Travel + Leisure will have a mention of Sanibel in the December issue.

Comments

• Very busy & productive show with excellent back to back meetings with key UK operators.

• Received several new leads for new product (see Simpleview) including one contract with NATs that is just waiting signature from Casa Ybel and another with USAirtours, contracting Diamondhead, Resort at Marina village and Universal.

• The team presented the benefits of introducing a new direct service into RSW and discussed new product with Cosmos. Neil Garner, Head of Product & Commercial will visit FMS before or after Huddle.

• Attended all major events including the Virgin Awards party, BA and James Villas and entertained top producing operators.

• Discussed marketing, promotional, and advertising plans with operators.

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• Made 30 new media contacts with travel bloggers and traditional media. • Conducted one-on-one appointments with select publications including, but not limited

to, Thomas Cook magazine, The Independent (Circ: 167,247 ), Canadian Traveller, Bridal Guide (Circ.: 165,898), Executive Travel Magazine (Circ: 134,664), British Airways media, Food & Wine magazine (Circ.: 954,592), and Travel + Leisure magazine (Circ.: 970,733).

• CTP launched its new logo and brand, which is Brand USA and its new website, www.DiscoverAmerica.com and www.thebrandusa.com .

Trends • Many operators are experiencing a tough year and it looks to get even more challenging

next year with the introduction of APD, high oil prices and recession. • Many operators are stating that bookings to Florida are on the decline; however, Lee

County in comparison to most other Florida destinations is holding its own and a lot of the operators are seeing an increase in numbers to the destination.

• Social media was the hot topic of conversation in the media world. Visit Florida hosted a blogger Tweet Up and many reputable travel bloggers were in attendance. Also, several publications were interested in talking with us about partnering on social media promotions.

• Digital media seems to be the way things are going; even the new Discover America logo was designed with a strong digital application in mind.



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Name of Event: Spies/Ving Dates of Event: November 20-22, 2011 Event Location (City & State): Fort Myers Beach/ Sanibel-Captiva/ Bonita Springs VCB Representative at Event: Erick Garnica, Peter Hannaford Lee County Hotel Partners who provided accommodations/ sites/ meals/ etc:

Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa, Diamondhead Beach Resort & Spa, Outrigger Beach Resort, ‘Tween Waters Inn, Universal Vacations, Miromar Outlets, Casa Ybel, Holiday Inn Sanibel Island, Holiday Inn Fort Myers Beach.

Number of participants: 3 Product Managers

Objective • Create awareness of The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel as destination for Product Managers

of Spies,Ving and Thomas Cook Northern Europe who are interested in making our area the feature destination in their program for 2012.

Leads / Prospects

• Contact details were provided to those properties that sponsored our VIP’s during this FAM. Comments

• Over the last six months we had been in discussion with Product Managers from Spies, Ving and Thomas Cook Northern Europe about making our destination a feature travel destination in their program for 2012.

• These three companies represent the strongest tour operators in Scandinavia. • In the past they had only focused on the northern part of Florida, Orlando and also on the East

coast of Florida, Miami. • All of the VIP Product Managers had been to our destination previously but it had been several

years ago, therefore we thought that it would be a good idea to organize a well rounded itinerary for the two days that we had the pleasure of hosting them.

• We had the opportunity to showcase properties that they are currently selling through receptive tour operator channels and also included some suggested properties that we believe would work for the Scandinavian market.

• In addition we included a boat ride back from Captiva to Fort Myers Beach, so that they could see the differences in our destination and also see the abundance of wildlife that we have.

• We arranged for a cocktail reception so that they could meet with hotel partners, attractions for future collaboration.

• They were very happy with the program and feel strongly on working together with the VCB in 2012 on different efforts to drive business to our destination.

Trends • Scandinavian travelers typically vacation in Thailand because there are great package deals and

also because the exchange rate between with the Thai Baht have been very good. • Scandinavians are now starting to look at other destinations; somewhere they can feel safe with

their families while on holiday. • The Scandinavian economies continue to be strong and this will certainly continue to impact

future bookings into the US and our destination.

November 2011 Leads/Prospects

• Drug Enforcement Administration‐DEA Pharmacy Diversion Awareness Conference‐ 13 rooms on peak/750pp class room. 1/22‐1/3‐/2012. Sent to Hyatt and Sanibel Harbour due to meeting request. Client indicated that the 12 rooms were only for their staff. Possible 600 rooms on peak...

• National Exchange Carrier Association‐ 3/20‐3/23/12‐ 38 rooms on peak/90 room nights – lead sent to inland hotels and beach hotels.

• Pearl Meyer/Plan Net‐ March 2012‐ 100 rooms on peak /300 room nights‐ sent to Sanibel Harbour and Hyatt. Client requested hotels no farther then 30 minutes from the airport.

• CarMax‐ June 2012‐ Assisted client with finding temporary hiring location in conjunction with the Lee County Economic Development office.

• Site Search & Select/Catholic Health East ‐3/13‐3/15/12‐ 210 room nights 70 rooms on peak‐ lead went out to beach locations only per the request of the client.

Definite Business

• Association of Responsible Recycling‐ 11/7‐9/11‐ Hyatt Regency Coconut Point‐ 690 Room Nights/215 rooms on peak.‐Chose due to proximity to airport and golf.

Lost Business

• Drug Enforcement Administration‐DEA Pharmacy Diversion Awareness Conference‐ 13 rooms on peak/750pp class room. 1/22‐1/3‐/2012.

Sales Calls

• 11/16/11‐ Madiana Smith‐ Akin Gump Law Firm ‐ Dinner w/ Lorie Keegan‐ Sanibel Harbour Marriott

• 11/17/11‐ Javier Castro – MAPI‐ Monthly Meetings & Events

• 11/10/11– CVB Reps quarterly meeting‐ Carmines

• 11/9/11‐ PCMA Annual Chapter Meeting and Awards‐ Washington Hilton

• 11/16/11‐ Participated in PCMA Service in Synch event – Ft Belvoir, VA

• 11/17/11‐ Attended PMPI Monthly Meeting‐ Breakfast‐ Carmines

• 11/18/11‐ Attended all day Board Retreat‐ PCMA – Hilton Rockville Upcoming Events

• 12/1/11‐ Meet NJ – Conference‐ Princeton, NJ

• 12/5/11‐ Client Holiday Cooking Class‐ Sur La Table‐ Pentagon City

• 12/6/11‐ Sales Calls w/ Kelly Laird‐ South Seas

• 12/14/11‐ Lunch w/ National Confectioners Association

• 12/13/11‐Annual CVB Reps Client Holiday Networking Event‐ Mayflower Hotel

• 12/16/11‐ DMAI Holiday Luncheon Administrative

• Set appointments for Lorie Keegan‐ Sanibel Harbour Marriott

• Invited clients to December 5 Holiday Cooking Class

November 2011 Midwest Office

Leads

• Ohio Alliance for Public Charter Schools – 2012 Best Cooperative Practices Conf (350 peak/800 total room nights) Needs larger property

• Altour – 2012 Sales Meeting – (60 total room nights) Requesting resort feel & meeting space (This is a lead generated due to recent FAM)

• Praxair, Inc. – 2013 Global Leadership Conference (306 peak/712 total room nights) Needs 4 star

• Aflac – 2012 Managers Incentive Trip (18 peak/126 total) Looking for exclusive resort

• Confidential Group – 2012 Properties Exchange Meeting (80 peak/360 total room nights) Client requested property

• GE Capital – 2013 Leadership Meeting (350 peak/950 total room nights)

• Titan Pharmaceuticals ‐ 2012 Advisory BOD Mtg (24 total room nights) Needs 4 star resort

• Midwest Insulation Contractors Assn – 2013 Meeting (75 peak/250 total room nights) Client requested specific resorts with meeting space.

• Mosaic – 2012 East Regional Meeting (25 peak/100 total room nights) Client is looking for 3 or 4 star resorts.

Definite Business

• Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society – 2012 HIMSS HA Board Meeting (17 total room nights)

• Burke, Inc. – 2012 Sales Meeting (49 peak/171 total room nights)

• Confidential Group – 2012 Annual Sales Meeting (288 total room nights)

• Land O Lakes ‐ 2012 Land O'Lakes Dairy Foods Industrial National Sales Meeting (120 peak/370 total room nights)

Lost Business

• Praxair Inc, ‐ 2012 Praxair‐Global Conference ( 320 peak/990 total) We have 2013 RFP and is a TENT now opportunity for 2013.

Monthly Meetings

• 11/2: PCMA Chicago Chapter Monthly Meeting (Chicago)

• 11/14: SITE MN Event

• 11/17: MPI St. Louis – EduCon

• 11/22: Midwest Rep Working Group Mtg (Mpls)

Monthly Activities

• 11/2: PCMA Chicago Bowl A Thon

• 11/16: Client Event (Dinner) St. Louis Administrative

• Ongoing: Setting up Sales Calls in Minneapolis

• Ongoing: Monthly reports

Midwest Sales Report November 2011 Page 2

• Ongoing: Contacting previous clients to let them know of my new position

• Ongoing: Working on Simpleview daily traces

• Ongoing ‐ Updating and adding accounts/clients to Simpleview

• Continue follow up to CME Prospects

• Follow up on Chicago Trip (11/2‐4) prospects from Bowl A thon

• Follow up on Midwest Meeting Planner FAM

• Ongoing: Continue following up on GreenField Prospects

• Ongoing: Continue following up on FL Encounter Prospects

• Note: Several emails that are not sent via Simple View done monthly

• Ongoing: Follow up on leads that are Tentative

• Setting up site inspections

• Preparing for MPI EduCon in St Louis

• Preparing for Client Event in St. Louis

• Sent out invites for Client Event in St Louis

• Follow up from MPI St Louis Educon and client dinner event Upcoming Events

• 12/15: Holiday Showcase – (Chicago, IL)

• January: HelmsBriscoe Annual Partner Meeting (Reno, NV) Summary of Traces in Simpleview

• Traces completed: 50+

• Emails completed: 16 in SimpleView + Several others from Outlook not counted

• Notes added in SV: 7

• Site Inspections:

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Monthly Report for Germany, Austria & Switzerland

November 2011

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Marketing

Explorer Fernreisen

• Presentation of a full page advertisement within the Explorer Fernreisen special brochure “Romantic Holidays” 2011.

• A full‐page presentation of our area in the “romantic holidays” brochure. This is the third edition of the Romantic brochure in cooperation with Lohrengel, designers for wedding gowns.

• The brochure is distributed through the vast sales system of Lohrengel shops and partners, consumer shows (brides & wedding), the Explorer Fernreisen branches and at travel shows

Meier’s Weltreisen VIP Magazine and E‐mail newsletter

• Worked with this tour operator to develop advertorial in “Meier’s Weltreisen VIP Magazine”, published in November 2011 and again February 2012 including pictures.

• Created content for an e‐mail newsletter released in November 2011 and May 2012, each sent to 4,000 travel agents.

TUI “Welcome” Magazine

• Created an advertisement for the November 17 edition of TUI’s Welcome Magazine. The magazine will be distributed to 500,000 TUI customers who have a TUI credit card. These customers typically book at least 1‐2 trips annually with TUI.

Knecht Reisen

• Participated in Knecht Reisen’s travel day, November 19, 2011. This was the celebration of their 50th anniversary event. We disseminated 200 German brochures, Lonely Planet guides, Miromar and Tanger Outlet coupon books and shell necklaces.

Trade Shows & Events

VIP Event with Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and American Airlines

• On November 3, 2011, we invited 30 exclusive VIP guests to the Tigerpalast in Frankfurt. After a great dinner we watched the awesome show of the Tigerpalast show.

Viva Touristika Frankfurt, November 11 – 13, 2011

• This is a consumer show 14.300 visitors attended the consumer show ‘’Viva Touristika’’ in Frankfurt. We distributed 250 German brochures and Lonely Planet guides.

Touristik & Caravaning Leipzig, November 16‐20, 2011

• We have been exhibiting at this consumer show for more than 15 years. Leipzig has become a very international city in the eastern part of Germany.

• Attendance estimated at 69,000 visitors. Brochure distribution at this 5‐day show was 200 bags, including a German brochure, a lonely planet guide, Tanger and Miromar Outlets as well as shell necklaces.

Public Relations Beyond five stars – PR agency; published articles attached on Florida with a section about Lee County. Lee County portion translation and value also attached. All images used in this article are from the VCB image library.

Advertising Value Telemonat: € 2.400,00 = $ 3.250,01 Rundy: € 3.300,00 = $ 4.462,33 Die Woch: € 34.876,00 = $ 48.233,16 Meinjournal: € 1.450,00 = $ 1.963,66

Upcoming Events

• Detour Fam Trip

• FVW e‐learning “Fit for USA”

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an der Südwestküste Floridas hat viel mehr zu bieten als Sonne,Meer

und Strand.

Die Region ist der Geheimtipp für Ökotourismus, unberührte Tier-und Naturschutzgebiete sowie die schönsten Muschelstrände inFlorida. 80 km Puderzuckerstrände und ca. 100 vorgelagerte Inselnmachen sie zu einem idealen Ziel für Soft Adventure-Erlebnisse, Golf-sport, Shopping in extravaganten Outlet Malls und Speisen in erst-klassigen Restaurants. Darüber hinaus finden Sie eine kreativeKünstlerenklave in Matlache sowie Kultur und Geschichte in Down-town Fort Myers.

Sanibel Island

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Bonita Springs

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa {{{{{ 5 Nächte/FrühstückDas traumhafte Resort liegt inmitten einer tropischen Gartenanlage und besitzt mehrere Swimmingpools, diein eine große, mit Palmen gesäumte Poollandschaft eingebettet sind.

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Es gelten die Allgemeinen Reisebedingungen aus dem Katalog „MEIER´S WELTREISEN Nordamerika“ Sommer 2012. Zwischenverkauf, Druckfehlerund Preisänderungen vorbehalten. Günstige Flugangebote erhalten Sie über die Aktion G im Reservierungssystem.

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Unberührte Natur, exotische Tiere, menschenleere Inseln: Die

Region „Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel“ an der Südwestküste

Floridas hat viel mehr zu bieten als Sonne, Meer und Strand.

Über dem subtropischen Paradies von Fort Myers und Sanibel mit

seinen weißen Sandstränden und etwa 100 vorgelagerten Inseln liegt

noch das Flair vom Florida vergangener Zeiten.Die üppig grüne Natur

ist intakt, und in unberührten Schutzgebieten lassen sich Gürteltier,

Waschbär, Alligator, Opossum und viele andere Wildtiere in natürli-

chen Lebensräumen beobachten. Und sicher wird man in diesem

Garten Eden auch Bekanntschaft mit Manatees zu machen.Die 1.500

Kilo schweren,verschmusten Seekühe lassen sich am liebsten in war-

men Lagunen und Flussmündungen treiben.

Im Muschelparadies

Sanibel Island ist weltweit bekannt,durch sein Muschelreichtum von

über 400 Arten.Man erkennt die Muschelsammler, die überall unter-

wegs sind, an ihrer typischen Körperhaltung, dem „Sanibel-Stoop“

(Sanibel- Bücken). Eine weitere natürliche Attraktion ist das J.N.

Darling Wildlife Refugee, das mehr als die Hälfte der Insel einnimmt

und Heimat exotischer Vogel- und Pflanzenarten ist. Hier haben

Naturfreunde reichlich Gelegenheit, einen Waschbär bei der Wäsche

vor seinem Frühstück, eine Alligator beim Fangen eines kleinen

Happens oder langbeinige Seevögel auf der Jagd nach einer kleinen

Mahlzeit zu beobachten.

Auf ganz Sanibel darf kein Haus höher sein als die größte Palme,

und die vielen kleinen Boutiquen und Kunstgalerien laden zum Be-

such ein sowie auch Restaurants in denen fangfrischer Red Snapper

serviert wird.

Je nach Vorliebe kann man das Gebiet auf Wanderwegen erkunden

oder im Rahmen einer Kanutour – ohnehin offenbart sich die natür-

Muscheln und ManateesFloridas Urlaubsregion„Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel“ begeistert durch ihren natürlichen Charme

liche Schönheit der Region vor allem vom Wasser aus. So warten bei

einer Bootsfahrt entlang der Küsten über 100 Inseln auf Entdecker.

Viele sind nur unbewohnte Mangrovengruppen, andere ziehen die

Besucher mit ihren menschenleeren Stränden in ihren Bann. Wer Soft

Adventure sucht, wird es auf der nur von Rangern bewohnten Insel

Cayo Costa finden. Outdoor-Freunde können hier in spartanischen

Holzhütten ihren Schlafsack ausbreiten. Und für ein romantisches

Picknick gibt es keinen besseren Platz als Lovers Key auf Black Island;

Treibholz und Muscheln schmücken diesen Strand, während Wasch-

bären mit Seemöwen um die besten Bissen wetteifern.Familien wird

es nach Estero Island ziehen. Dort erstreckt sich Fort Myers Beach,

dessen Strand wegen seines sanften Anstiegs als einer der „sichersten

Strände der Welt“ gilt.

Tipp: Die schöne Natur dient auch als Kulisse für viele Frischluft-

Aktivitäten. Hoch im Kurs stehen Wassersport, Angeln,Tennis, Reiten

sowie Golf.80 Golfplätze gibt es.Sie zählen zu den schönsten der USA

und sind unter Europäern ein Geheimtipp.

Von der Insel in die Stadt

Wer unter „Inselfieber“ leiden sollte, unternimmt am besten einen

Ausflug in die reizende Hafenstadt Boca Grande oder nach Fort Myers

mit seiner bezaubernden historischen Innenstadt,Theatern,Museen,

Einkaufszentren, Bars und Restaurants. Nicht entgehen lassen sollte

man sich auch das Haus von Thomas Alva Edison, dem die Welt so

praktische Erfindungen wie Plattenspieler und Glühbirne verdankt –

und Fort Myers seinen Ruf als „City of Palms“, denn Edison ließ den

McGregor Boulevard, eine 24 Kilometer lange Allee, mit Palmen be-

pflanzen. Edison kam ursprünglich nach Fort Myers, da er glaubte,

dass das warme Wetter seiner Gesundheit gut tun würde. Er hatte

anscheinend Recht, denn er verbrachte 46 Winter in Fort Myers und

wurde 84 Jahre alt.

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November 2011

Marketing Report for UK, Ireland & Scandinavia

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CONTENTS

• VIRGIN FAMILIARISATION TRIP • WTM • VISIT THE USA BROCHURE • BRAND USA • THOMAS COOK • WEBINAR • VISIT USA ROADSHOW

• SCANDINAVIA & IRELAND

• PUBLIC RELATIONS

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Virgin Holidays – Familiarisation Trip

• The group of 12 staff from Virgin Holidays retail stores, stayed at Pink Shell Resort.

• Itinerary included the following: Hosted breakfast & site at Pink Shell with Barbara Wilson, Eric Garnica joined them and escorted to Universal.

• Site of Universal Vacations homes with Gary Young.

• Hosted lunch followed by site at Diamond Head with Jen Friede & Pam Brown.

• Site visit and the chance for the agents to enjoy Fort Myers beach – Outrigger with Jeanne Bigos.

• Awaiting feedback & images from Virgin Holidays.

World Travel Market – London • A successful and productive show with back to back meetings with key UK operators. • Received several new leads for new product (see Simpleview) one contract with NATs has

already been signed another with US Airtours awaiting contracts with Diamond Head, Resort at Marina Village and Universal Vacation Homes.

• Presented to Cosmos the benefits of a new direct service into RSW and discussed new product.

• Neil Garner to visit FMS before or after Huddle. • Attended all major events including the Virgin Holidays awards party, Florida dinner, British

Airways and James Villa’s events. • Entertained Gary Orr, Head of Purchasing from Virgin Holidays and Commissioner Hall at The

Ivy with hotel partners. • Organised branded “beach inspired” cup cakes and cookies for the stand which proved very

popular. • Attended the WTM Briefing which was held on the Tuesday because of the clash with the

Brand USA Reveal, the meeting was very successful and totally full to the extent that VUSA had to operate a waitlist. Excellent speeches were given by Angus Bond, Head of USA, Virgin Holidays and Ruby Briggs, Managing Director, North American Travel Services (both top producers for FMS).

• Discussed marketing, promotional, and advertising plans with both new and existing operators for 2012.

• Followed up with all operators and details loaded into Simpleview

WTM Trends • Many operators are experiencing a tough year and it looks set to get even more challenging

next year with the introduction of APD, high oil prices and the double dip recession. • Operators stating that bookings to Fla are on the decline however FMS is holding its own and

a lot of the smaller operators are seeing a significant increase to the destination.

WTM ‐ Visit the USA Travel Brochure • Provided copy and image for the 2012 edition of Visit the USA. It was delivered on schedule

by WTM and trade distribution has been completed.

• Consumer distribution follows at end December along with the Visit USA Brochure Request Direct Mail.

• Feedback on the new layout and presentation has been very positive.

WTM ‐ Brand USA

• Following the Brand USA presentations at WTM, it is now clear that they are moving forward very quickly with a great deal of planning now under way.

• The arrival of Brand USA, and their funds, is potentially an exceptional and unique opportunity of very significant overall benefit for all VUSA members. Clearly the benefits of Visit USA links into their campaign, especially for a cross‐linked website, could have an enormous payback both for Visit USA members and the Association as a whole.

• If a position can be achieved whereby Visit USA members effectively provide the Brand USA campaign fulfilment then all UK‐USA market participants would benefit from membership ‐ and all Visit USA activities would have a lot more impact under a Brand USA banner.

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Thomas Cook UK

• Ongoing communication with Mark Smith and David Robertson and hotel partners regarding the recent payment issues which have now been resolved.

• Thomas Cook has recently been in the news concerning their financial difficulties which saw their shares plummet. An agreement with the bank has been finalised which will resolve their problems for the foreseeable future.

Visit USA Road Show

• Organised arrangements for the roadshow as part of role as Chair of Events for Visit USA. The Roadshow which takes in three key cities a year and in its 5th year (over a thousand agents trained so far!) educates both multiple and independent agents from around the UK and Scotland.

• Sourced prizes for all three shows including a prize for a holiday to Fort Myers at the Marriott Sanibel Harbour plus attractions.

• FMS branding went out on all invitations sent out to hundreds of companies and will also be featured in travel press.

• Arranged MC of the event and speeches.

• Sourced sponsorships for table decorations, wine, Champagne and American themed entertainment from Britain’s Got Talent which was received extremely well.

• Fort Myers & Sanibel sponsored the goody bags.

• This year the road show was held in London, Manchester and Bristol with excellent turnout and feedback.

• Details and images in next report.

SCANDINAVIA & IRELAND SPIES Fam

• The final details of the itinerary for the upcoming product trip were run through with slight changes made to meet the needs of the Scandinavian market. Also introduced Michael to the partners attending WTM who will also be featuring in the trip.

• Following several meeting in Copenhagen and at POW WOW we secured agreement from Thomas Cook Scandinavia (trading as Spies in Demark and Ving in Sweden and Norway) to visit Lee County with a view to selecting the area as a key Florida destination for 2012 and ‘featured’ promotional destination. The trip was set up to showcase the area and then meet to discuss their thoughts on the area and if positive discuss joint promotional and marketing activity. The individuals attending were:

• Michael Jensen – Spies Product Manager, Scandinavia

• Jarno Holstroem – Ving Product Manager, Sweden

• Jens Juliussen – Contracts Manager, Nordics

• The group arrived late evening on Sunday 20th November and on Monday morning were taken to various hotel properties on Fort Myers Beach and homes in the vicinity. Following lunch on Sanibel further property inspections were undertaken. We then took the group back from Captiva to their host hotel by private boat which included a guide to outline the various island and wildlife along the route. In the evening a beach reception at the Pink Shell had to be moved inside due to inclement weather but was very well received. This included around 30 property, attraction and other partners as well as senior officials from the VCB and County all of who had a chance to interact with the Scandinavian guests. Tamara Pigott officially welcomed the group and thanked them for considering Lee County and ‘looked forward to welcoming many future Scandinavian guest to the area.

• The following morning we held a meeting with the delegation together with senior VCB officials. The objective of the meeting was to exchange information on the current status of the Scandinavian market, especially as it relates to the US and to give an update on the latest information from the area.

• Spies outlined a move for customers away from South East Asia (mainly Thailand) to the USA and indicated that for them Florida was up 40% YOY in 2010. Historically their markets in Florida (outside of Orlando) have been Miami and Fort Lauderdale but they are now keen to hold product on the West coast.

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• They are very impressed with the area and think it will suit and sell well in their respective markets.

• Tamara Pigott gave an overview and status update on the beach renourishment program which was well received.

• We also discussed flight options, possible fly drive itineraries, marketing opportunities (including promotions/competions), a possible sales mission and product training. Michael said the group would return home and then pull together a marketing proposal for us.

• He advised he wanted to undertake a ‘soft’ launch for the summer of 2012 and hard launch for Winter 2012/13. In order that we can get this up and running we will look to in market training seminars in all markets as soon as possible, maybe even in December.

• Peter Hannaford to produce full meeting notes and share with the participants. The group were then taken to several other properties on Fort Myers Beach before a drive through at Coconut Pointe Mall and lunch/shopping at Miromar outlets before departing for their next stop at Indian Shores.

Comefly

• Steen provided an update on proposed Comefly operations to RSW. Steen is currently in discussions with potential investors that also have existing distribution infrastructure. This will enable Comefly to control its own reservations, build product and maximise space across it whole operation, not just peak periods. Steen will update in the coming weeks.

Monarch Airlines

• Following a successful meeting at WTM, Lee County VCB and RSW Airport hosted key executives from Monarch Airlines at a dinner during WTM. Discussions were held on potential operations from the UK, the possibility of ‘tagged’ operations from Scandinavia and an update on Comefly.

• The growing relationship with Monarch is a fundamental lever to delivering capacity to the Lee County area and all the economic benefit that comes with this.

Tour America (Ireland)

• Primarily discussed the TV promotion slated for February 2012. Brian will have his product department contact us to ensure that we have the correct and sufficient properties for sale ready for the selling season. The B‐roll disk drive has been handed to Tour America and they will edit and create the slot for the programme. We also need to agree activity around the promotion and discuss a competition and Socia Media campaign.

• We will liaise with Delta to see if they are willing to support a competition to our area. They also have access to the Irish Mail on Sunday.

• Brian also indicated that Tour America has a separate Villa and Private home site – this may be useful for partners in our area.

Platinum Travel

• Platinum Travel is a small tailor made operator that is working hard to build its North America presence in the Irish Market. They primarily use the internet to attract customers but provide unique itineries/products combined with high levels of customer service.

• They are particularly interested in Sanibel but are looking to use Fort Myers Beach to attract customers to call. We held discussions around hotel and home properties and receptive operators that hold this product.

Public Relations

• Met with several new journalists at WTM, including publications The Telegraph and Independent who expressed interest in visiting the area for research visits.

• Ongoing arrangements for the travel editor of The Mail on Sunday, Frank Barrett’s visit in May.

• Royal Shell has agreed to host, awaiting confirmation on Shell Seekers, 26 May‐2Jun.

From November 1 - 30, 2011, the Communications Department assisted 104 journalists who are

developing editorial coverage by providing press kits, information, photography, and/or videotapes. These

journalists are talking and writing about the Lee County product, which will benefit the many businesses

involved in the tourism industry.

Communications staff attended World Travel Market (WTM) in London, England and the Society of

American Travel Writers (SATW) convention in Wellington, New Zealand.

Staff provided 101 submissions and hosted one journalist to Lee County. In addition, the staff provided

information for two film/photo shoot inquiries.

WRITTEN WORK

Release: Lee County VCB helps businesses maximize TripAdvisor presence

Release: Southwest Florida’s Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel reports highest bed tax collection year on

Record

Release: What’s new (Special to WTM and SATW)

TDC Report to Industry

VCB Email News Network

Tourism Update (industry newsletter)

Hotlist

SUBMISSIONS

Images to Rebecca Cooney, NEWSDAY

Images to Donna Vieira, editor, DREAMSCAPES TRAVEL & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE (Canada)

Images to Arnaud Pasquet, production manager, FISHING ADVENTURER TV PROGRAM

Images to Christy Bauhs, LAKELAND BOATING MAGAZINE

Information to Phil Borchmann, editor, GULFSHORE BUSINESS MAGAZINE

Information and b-roll to Kristal Williams, production coordinator, SF UNTERWEGS (Swiss TV

program)

Information and images to Elissa Richard, YAHOO! TRAVEL

Information and images to VISIT USA FRANCE (newsletter)

Information to Kelly Creswell, reporter, NBC-2

Information and images to Roberta Sandler, author, A BRIEF GUIDE TO FLORIDA’S MONUMENTS

AND MEMORIALS

Information to Yvonne McClellan, reporter, THE NEWS-PRESS

Information to Kevin Lollar, reporter, THE NEWS-PRESS

Information to Kim Foley MacKinnon, freelance travel writer

Information to Sarah Hollenbeck, reporter, NBC-2

Information to Joelle Parker, reporter, NBC-2

Images to Chris Caswell, writer, LAKELAND BOATING

Information to Stefan Kendzia, freelance travel writer (BAVARIA)

Information to Jason Ferguson, travel writer, MOON TRAVEL GUIDES

Information to Steve Jermanok, travel writer, WWW.FARANDAWAY.COM

Information to Paul Kelley, CBS SPORTS RADIO

Information to Kathy Neff, editor, HOME & AWAY MAGAZINE

Information to David Plazas, community conversation editor, NEWS-PRESS

Communications Report December 6, 2011 Page 2

SUBMISSIONS (Continued)

Information to Heidi Sander, travel writer

Information to Eileen Ogintz, syndicated travel columnist

Information to Jamie Moore, writer, SMARTERTRAVEL.COM

Information to Kimberly Button, producer, WFLA-TV

Information to Athena Romanelli, AMERICAN EXPRESS PUBLISHING

Information to Christina Cepero, writer, NEWS-PRESS

Information to Laura Ruane, tourism reporter, NEWS-PRESS

Information to Lorin Arendel, writer, ISLAND SUN

Information to Matthew Rosenberger, publisher, ABC CITY GUIDES FOR KIDS

SOCIAL MEDIA

48,696 fans/ 30 posts to Facebook (www.Facebook.com/FtMyersSanibel) 1,187 followers/ 100 posts to Twitter (@FtMyersSanibel)

VISIT FLORIDA LEADS

Fact checked articles

Images for Meredith Lamb, VISIT FLORIDA TRAVEL GUIDE 2012

Information for Holiday Events and Festivals

FILM/PHOTO SHOOT REQUESTS Gia Gilliard, NORTH6

Andi McCaffrey, production manager, BBC AMERICA

LOCAL PUBLIC RELATIONS/MEETINGS

Susan Webb, president, Vox International

Tim Parks, Lee County Circuit Clerk of Courts; Katherine Han,

MMG Mardiks

Florida Public Relations Association board meeting

Robert Singer, inCommunication

JOURNALIST HOSTED

Bill Hilts, Jr., outdoor writer

In November, communications staff attended World Travel Marketing in London, England and

met with the following journalists: Claudia Beatriz Saleh, travel blogger; James Ellis, freelance travel

writer; Isabelle Kenis, travel blogger, ISABELLE’S TRAVEL GUIDE; Katy Stewart, freelance writer,

STARRY-EYED TRAVELS; Jools Stone, travel blogger; Cathrene Rowell, travel blogger, CD-

TRAVELLER; Oliver Gradwell, travel blogger, TRAVEL BLOGGERS UNITE; Amy Howard, freelance

travel writer; Kieron Turner, freelance travel writer; Anna Streatfeild, travel blogger,

TRAVELBAG.CO.UK; Kash Bhattacharya, travel blogger, BUDGET TRAVELLER; Alex de Silva,

THOMAS COOK MAGAZINE – TRAVEL; Trisha Harbord, freelance travel journalist; Harriet Cooper,

editor, HIGH LIFE & FIRST LIFE; Tracey Davies, freelance travel journalist; Brooke Laffan, associate

publisher, BRIDAL GUIDE; Mark Edwards, head of press, MEZE; Stephen Fountaine, destination guide

specialist, CANADIAN TRAVELLER; Beverley Eldridge, THE INDEPENDENT; Shaun Whitley, travel

director, SAVEUR; Sally Parker, publisher, BMI PUBLISHING; Daisy Davidson, print development

director, BRITISH AIRWAYS MEDIA; Jeff Hendlin, publisher, BRIDAL GUIDE; Brad Liski, associate

publisher, CANADIAN TRAVELLER; Giancarlo Gambardella, travel manager, THE INDEPENDENT;

Communications Report December 6, 2011 Page 3

Gina Hamadey, travel editor, and Christina Grdovic, publisher, FOOD & WINE; Janet Libert, editor in

chief, EXECUTIVE TRAVEL; Laura Begley Bloom, deputy editor, TRAVEL + LEISURE

In November, communications staff attended the Society of American Travel Writers convention in

Wellington, New Zealand and met with the following journalists: Chelle Koster Walton, travel writer;

Debbie Williams, travel writer; Ed Wetschler, travel writer; Phil Marty, travel writer; Jane Wooldridge,

editor, The Miami Herald; Lynn Rosen, travel writer; Carol Timblin, travel writer; Jack Handley, travel

writer; Janet Podalak, travel/food editor, WILLOUGHBY NEWS-HERALD; Millie Alexander,, travel

editor, SOUTH BAY ACCENT MAGAZINE; Lynne Sullivan, travel writer; Tom Griffith, travel writer;

Judy Wells, travel writer; Cindy Boals Janssens, travel writer; Julie Agnone, executive editor,

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS MAGAZINE; David Lang, travel writer; Ellen Albanese, travel

writer/editor; Lynn Seldon, travel writer; Lillian Africano, travel writer; Anne Chalfant, travel writer;

Jayne Clark, USA TODAY; Beth D’Addono, travel writer; Dennis Cox, travel photographer; Linda

DuVal, travel writer; Julie Hatfield, travel writer; Bob Jenkins, travel writer; Arline Inge, travel writer;

Wendy and Rob Lindsay, travel writers; SATW President Betsa Marsh, travel writer; Susan Tepperberg,

travel writer; Annette Thompson, travel writer; Jane Stokes, travel writer; Chris Ryall, travel

writer/columnist; Stan Wawer, travel writer; and Ann Witmer, travel writer.

OTHER

Images to Bonita Springs Chamber of Commerce

Proofed article “Romance Comes Naturally”

Managed advertorial project for CANADIAN TRAVELLER MAGAZINE

Worked on publicity project for Food & Wine Weekend

Images for LeeTran

Attended JetBlue Park grand opening planning committee meetings

Developed PowerPoint presentations for airline pitches

Worked on VCB Editorial Calendar

Sparkloft Media weekly status calls

Attended International Travel & Tourism Markets UK Update webinar

Attended Team Tourism Trip Advisor Workshop

Visit Florida Communications Committee Retreat

For further information: Please contact Nancy Hamilton, director of communications,

Telephone: (239)338-3500 E-mail: [email protected]

Visitor Services: November 1 - November 29, 2011

November 10 YTD November 11 YTD

AIRPORT VISITOR INFORMATION BOOTHS

Visitors Assisted 19,883 231,566 13,819 248,432

Travel Guide 2,000 37,760 5,168 50,616

FLORIDA WELCOME CENTERS

Consumer Rack Brochure - 19,600 - 17,100

VOLUNTEER IN-KIND SUPPORT

Volunteer Hours donated 1,694 18,551 1,729 18,091

Value of volunteer hours donated * 35,319 386,788 36,049 377,197

CONFERENCE SERVICES

# Conferences/Events 4 13 1 11

# Volunteers 27 91 16 149

Volunteer Hours donated 139 523 76 808

*based on $20.85 per hour value, courtesy of www.independentsector.org

Top Information Requests

November Attractions: Beaches

Hotels: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa Activities: Shopping

Top Visitor Origin: Domestic Top Visitor Origin: International

1. Massachusetts 1. Canada 2. Pennsylvania 2. Germany 3. New York 3. England 4. Minnesota 4. Switzerland 5. Illinois 5. Australia and Korea

Visitors assisted: 13,819

http://www.independentsector.org/

Visitor Services team: November

Community & Partner Outreach: 11/1: Web site review with Laura Chmiewlewski. 11/1: Meeting with Colleen DePasquale, Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce,

and Tessa LeSage, Office of Lee County Sustainability 11/3: Product Education trip to the Mound House on Fort Myers Beach with 23

volunteers 11/3: Meeting with Sharee Theilman, Floridian Inn 11/4: MCI Planning Meeting, LCPA 11/5: Four Volunteers assisted at the Roy Hobbs Senior World Championship at

Hammond Stadium 11/9: Twelve Volunteers attended the South West Florida Attraction Association’s

trade show. 11/9: Visitor Services presentation to the Leadership Class of the Greater Fort Myers

Chamber of Commerce, as part of the chamber’s Tourism Day 11/9: Meeting with June Depew, Comfort Inn & Suites Airport 11/10: TDC meeting 11/10: Airline Manager’s Council meeting 11/12: Four Volunteers assisted at the Roy Hobbs Senior World Championship at

Hammond Stadium 11/16: Product Education trip with 40 volunteers aboard Lee Tran to experience the new

LinC connection with Collier County 11/16: TripAdvisor Team Tourism Workshop at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers 11/17: Volunteers participated in the Family Assistance Training exercise at RSW with

LCPA employees. 11/17: Project Cookie assistance to Air Berlin and Air Canada afternoon flights 11/18: National Travel & Tourism Week Rally conference call 11/21: USTOA conference call 11/22: Miromar Outlet treated volunteers to a boxed lunch, courtesy of Waterside

Seafood and Grille Co. 11/22: BPCC meeting 11/22: VCB Director’s meeting

Training & Tourism Education:

11/ 2: Board meeting for ASTD (local chapter of American Society for Training & Development)

11/2: Attended Holiday Inn Towne Center award celebration

11/4: Facilitated Guests First sessions (2) at Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa

11/7: Facilitated Guests First sessions (2) at Sundial Beach & Golf Resort

11/9: Co-facilitated “Tourism Day” for the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Leadership class

11/9: Attended the Southwest Florida Attractions Annual Trade Show

11/14: Meeting with Rose Rundle to discuss Guests First training for a variety of employees/businesses who are part of, or participate in Downtown Fort Myers events

11/15: Facilitated Guests First session (1) at Bonita Bay Country Club

11/16: Attended ASTD’s monthly meeting

11/17: Facilitated Guests First sessions (2) at Resort at Marina Village

11/29: Facilitated Guests First sessions (2) at DiamondHead Beach Resort

11/30: Meeting with Jennifer Jordan McGurk, FGCU Hospitality Program Intern Coordinator, and Fran Belasco, VCB, to discuss interns

For further information, please contact Judi Durant at 239.590.4855 or [email protected].

mailto:[email protected]

N E W P R O D U C T D E V E L O P M E N T R E P O R T

Date(s) Meeting/Event NOVEMBER

1 Conference Call – Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism Board of Directors

2 Presentation – Cela Tega @ FGCU

3-6 Event assist – Calusa Blueway Festival

9 Presentation – Greater Ft Myers Chamber Leadership Class

Conference Call – Superior Small Lodging Board of Directors

10 Meeting – TDC

Event assist – Edison Ford Winter Estates

11 Meeting - Lee Rose

15 Final edits – Sustainability committee reports

16 Event – Authors evening @ SWFL Museum of History

17 Beach & Shoreline funding cycle planning for fy2012-13

20 Ding Kids Fishing Tournament on Sanibel Causeway

23 Site Visit- Bunche Beach, Rock creek paddle

Attachments: A- FY 2012-13 - Beach & Shoreline Request cycle timeline B- Estero Island Beach Restoration update For additional information contact Nancy MacPhee at 239.338.3500 or [email protected]

FY 2012-2013 Beach & Shoreline Project Funding

January 19, 2012 Request form workshop — 3:00 p.m.

February 24, 2012 All request forms due at the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau office by 5:00 p.m.**Provide thirty (30) double-sided copies of each request with back-up, three-hole punched, on 8.5" x 11" paper. Please do not bind as all requests will be placed in a three-ring binder.

February 27- 29, 2012 Requests reviewed by VCB

March 2-8, 2012 Requests reviewed by County Attorney

March 19, 2012 Coastal Advisory Council review of TDC Beach & Shoreline Requests — 9:00 a.m. @ Lee County Public Works, 1st floor conference room 1B.*

May 2, 2012 TDC Beach & Shoreline Funding Requests Workshop — 1:30 p.m. @ Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau, 1st floor conference room**

May 11 or June 8 TDC TDC formalizes recommendations for BoCC during regular TDC meeting

September, 2012 BOCC approves TDC Beach & Shoreline Projects as part of the annual budget process

* *Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau is located at 2201 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Lee County Tourist Development Council

*Lee County Public Works is located at 1500 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Timeline for

Date Activity

Attachment A

Estero Island Restoration Progress Report

Nov 27 thru Dec 03, 2011

Contractor: Florida Dredge & Dock Est. Completion Date: Dec. 31st Estimated Volume: 420,752 cyds Required Production Rate: 2,774 cyd/day

Time Remaining: 27 days Volume Placed: 345,662 cyds Avg. Production Rate: 2,294 cyds/dy

The following tasks were completed between November 27 and December 03, 2011:

The Contractor placed approximately 12,330 cubic yards during the week of

December 03th with an efficiency rating of 23%. Efficiency is the percentage of time worked from the total available time. Weather delays accounted for 99 hours of the 168 hours available. Mechanical delays accounted for an additional 5 hours.

The following tasks are anticipated between December 04 and December 10, 2011:

Weather forecasts for the week of December 10th are favorable with winds predicted from the north after Wednesday. Winds are predicted form the south west on Wednesday but should change to the north by Thursday morning. Southwest to west winds generally create higher wave energy for the project area. Winds from the east or north have not impacted operations substantially.

Tilling operations of the beach will begin on Monday, December 12th and may extend thru the month of December. Operations will begin on the north end of Estero and work south. The beach will be tilled to a depth of 24 inches and re-graded in an attempt to mitigate water ponding issues on the beach.

Outstanding and other Items to Note:

A Monthly production meeting will be held at the Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa on Monday, December 19th at 6:30 to 8:00. This will be the last meeting in an expected 5 part series.

A sheriff’s deputy has been requested by the County to assist with site security around the work area for multiple timeframes through the end of construction. This is due to the remaining beach having to be closed between Lynn Hall Park and Crescent Beach Park. A seawall prohibits the Contractor from allowing a walkway around the work area as has generally been done up to this point.

Attachment B

Estero Island Restoration Progress Report Nov 27 thru Dec 03 pg. 2 of 4

Nov 22 – Completed Beach fill near the Best Western Plus Beach Resort (Photo provided by Best Western Plus Beach Resort)

Nov 22 – Completed Beach fill near the Best Western Plus Beach Resort (Photo provided by Best Western Plus Beach Resort)

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3. Gas prices down significantly on lower demand

4. The Fed has revised up Real GDP growth and

manufacturing output index for 2012

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1. The last legacy carrier bankruptcy means what?

2. American Express now expects 80% of meeting

planners to book more business in 2012

3. Luxury on the rise in all markets

4. Travel agents are growing their influence and yields

5. Hotel compression is lifting rates

6. Fall travel exceeded expectations in all segments

7. Higher airfares are re-shaping leisure demand

Consumer trends - 2012

1. Americans are moving increasingly to cashless

transactions – Google Wallet

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patrons

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4. Improve web and digital channel presence

5. Elevate our eco and sustainability message

6. Capitalize on our sports product

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1. Understand what converts our travelers and

measure these outcomes

2. Extend the brand campaign into multiple channels

3. Implement an integrated communications strategy

4. Build a website that better portrays the destination

and moves travelers to act

5. Deploy our industry’s content in a cogent way

“Today’s progressive marketers understand that the traveler sees a brand

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• Consumer print placements:– Audubon

– Canadian Geographic Travel

– CMG Florida Reflections

– CMG America GoGuide UK

– Destination Weddings & Honeymoons

– Dreamscapes

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– Travel + Leisure

– Southern Living

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– TripAdvisor/VitualTourist

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• TV on air Nov 14 – Dec 11: Cleveland, Cincinnati,

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• 8,000+ keyphrases under management

• 429 unique ads

• launched holiday terms

• added 130 “negative” keyphrases to poor-

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• updated text to 40 poor performing ads;

continuously adjusting bids based on performance

• launched geo-campaign targeting Florida residents

eNewsletter

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– 12.8% unique open rate

– 2.2% unique click rate

– Partner ads in body of email

– 1,970 partner referrals

– Top partner 431 referrals

– Bottom partner 215 referrals

• December Testing

– Partner ads on featured landing page

– Winning ad placement to be employed for all co-op

– Move to testing ad imagery, text and offer

• Co-op opportunities remain available

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• Welcome email (Oct 10 thru Nov 30)

– 52.3% unique open rate

– 23.0% unique click rate

– 507 partner referrals from 1,775 emails sent

• Welcome co-op opportunities remain available

• New leads – November eNewsletter

– 27% unique open rate (111% higher than database)

– 10% unique click rate (345% higher than database)

• On-going focus

– Additional early life-cycle emails to be developed

– Lead acquisition

Website Update

• Focus on two main ideas:

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should be

– Mapping – to show diversity of destination and all that is

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• In progress:

– Creative concepting: main site and mobile

– Developing final sitemap development

– Scoping industry admin

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Department Activity Summary November 2011

October 22 - November 19, 2011

• Roy Hobbs World Series – Various Lee County baseball fields November 1, 2011

• Meeting with JP Terrasi (Terrasi Media) regarding Cape Coral Hurricane Soccer November 2, 2011

• Attended United Way • Attended county managers staff meeting • Attended monthly sports meeting • Guest Speaker at Edison State Business College (accounting & business

administrative program)

November 3, 2011 • Attended Lee Green Team meeting

November 3 - 6, 2011

• Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival – various locations November 4, 2011

• Guest Speaker at the GFMCC Executive Roundtable meeting November 5, 2011

• FHSAA Region 2A-4 swim meet – Lee County/FGCU Aquatic Center • Sun Conference Cross Country – Ave Maria, Naples, FL • Calusa Classic – Sanibel Causeway

November 6, 2011

• Calusa Dash – Sanibel Causeway November 6 - 9, 2011

• Attended Amateur Softball Association Annual Convention – Myrtle Beach, SC November 8 - 13, 2011

• Senior Softball Winter Nationals – various Lee County softball fields November 9, 2011

• Speaker at GFMCC Leadership Class • Meeting with Gregg Cross (GCST), Alise Flanjack (LCP&R) and Jessica LaCroix

(Miromar Development Corp.)

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November 10, 2011 • Attended TDC meeting • Attended VCB/EDO Joint Strategy meeting • Attended meeting with Bill Hammond (Lee County Admin) and John Gordon (MN

Twins) regarding spring training • Attended Senior Softball Winter Nationals reception • Meeting with Bob Peltram (Strikers Soccer) regarding events

November 11, 2011

• Attended Boston Red Sox conference call regarding spring training schedule • Meeting with Terry Hennessy (SSWC) and Ralph Pryor (Collier County Parks &

Rec) regarding hosting 2013 ISA convention • Meeting with Shelly Proa (AAU Gymnastics) regarding potential events

November 12 - 13, 2011 • Volley Frog Grass Tournament USAV – Estero Community Park

November 13 - 19 2011

• 2011 USSSA Convention – Orlando, FL November 14, 2011

• Meeting with Ayoub Al-Bahou (Lee County C&D) and Dave Harner (Lee County P&R) regarding North Fort Myers Rec Center

• Attended JetBlue Park planning meeting November 15, 2011

• Attended BoCC meeting • Attended Twins/Populous meeting regarding Lee County Sports Complex

improvements • Meeting with Duane Proell (Isaac Sports Group) regarding aquatic center business

plan • Guest Speaker at EDO President’s Roundtable

November 16, 2011

• Attended VCB Team Tourism meeting • Meeting with Duane Proell (Isaac Sports Group) regarding aquatic center business

plan November 17, 2011

• Attended SWFAA board meeting • Attended meeting with Tam Pigott (VCB), Sheldon Kaye (Library), Sue Noe (EDO)

and Mike Figueroa (Lee County Risk) regarding changes to Administrative Code

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November 18, 2011

• Meeting with Rich Galvano (Galvano & Associates) regarding golf learning center • Attended conference call with Judi Durant (Lee County VCB) regarding Tourism

Day at JetBlue Park November 22, 2011

• Attended Lee County Hotel Association luncheon • Meeting with Tom Kane (Three Point Hoops Basketball) regarding potential new

programs November 25 - 27, 2011

• Lee County Turkey Bash – Pin Street Bowling Lanes November 29, 2011

• Meeting with Bill Hammond (Lee County Admin) and Commissioner Manning (Lee County BoCC) regarding Germain Arena

• Meeting with Andrew Haines and Mike Taylor (Florida Tarpons) regarding arena football team

• Meeting with Jim Sixlet regarding horseshoe tournament November 30 – December 3, 2011

• 2011 NFCA Convention – Las Vegas, NV

Lee County Sports AuthorityMonthly Activity Report

October 2011

Estimated Economic Impact*

Hotel Room Nights SoldMonth Total = 7,111

125156

6,370460

Event ParticipantsMonth Total = 2,677

6884

2,295230

Event SpectatorsMonth Total = 4,727

12072

4,075460

Direct ImpactMonth Total = $3,238,486

$40,480$78,424

$2,965,762$153,820

Total Direct and Indirect Economic ImpactMonth Total = $5,408,272

$67,602$130,968

$4,952,823$256,879

Xavier Golf ClassicPerfect Game WWBA Underclass Champ.

Edison Sailing Center River Romp Regatta

Southwest Florida Baseball Pro-Select

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Perfect Game WWBA Underclass Champ.



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*Estimates are based on data collected from event organizers, the Lee County Sports Authority and the SOC. Economic impact figures are derived using a model supported by the Florida Sports Foundation. All estimations

are based on historical trends.

TDC Events Marketing Subcommittee Workshop October 4, 2011

Attendance: TDC Staff Public

Pamela Cronin (chair), Warren Wright, and Rene Affourtit Tamara Pigott, Woody Peek, Laura Chmielewski, Fran Belasco, and Nancy MacPhee Sharon McAllister, Betsy Clayton, John Albion, Robert Mehler, and Earl Quenzel

Summary of discussion:

o There is a need to separate events that require marketing to pre-established groups (sporting events) from events that target individual consumers, thus eliminating the use of the term 'signature' events.

Q Interest expressed in the development of a marquee event and continued industry education (i.e., how to increase sponsorship). VCB staff presented ideas for potential marquee events.

o The four-year rule needs to be measurement-specific -- after the 4th year, funding may continue in a 'sustainable' category if the following are proven:

o A growth in room nights o Demonstrated success in luring financial sponsors or national media attention (i.e.,

ESPN coverage of Classic Basketball)

o Current budget for this program is $200,000. Should the allocation increase next year?

Recommendations for TDC Consideration/Formalization:

1. Sporting events that require marketing to teams will make requests for funding assistance to the Lee County Sports Authority beginning with the next cycle (fiscal year 2012-13); $50,000, or 25% of allocation for this program, will be available for marketing of sporting events.

2. Up to 25% ($50,000) will be designated as 'seed' funding for nurturing of new events (funding within the first 4 years).

3. Remaining funds ($100,000) will be dedicated to funding 'sustainable' events with criteria requiring a growth in room nights/sponsorships or nat ional media attention. Does the TDC want to establish minimum growth criteria?

4. Any funding not allocated to a specific project w ill be utilized by the VCB to explore the development of a marquee event.

Budget*

I Personnel Services Salaries s 1,173,393 FICA Taxes 89,408 Retirement 129,634 Health Insurance 275,838 Life Insurance 3,501 Dental Insurance 10,101 Disability Insurance 3,757 Worker's Comp. 12,802

Total Personnel ~ 1,698,434

I Operating Expenses Professional Services ~ 107,500 County Data & Networking 132,113 Data Processing 32,000 Contracted Services 1,575,000 local Mileage 9,775 Travel 158,000 Interview Expenses -Motor Pool Charges 2,427 Telecommunications 49,426 Freight and Postage 55,000 Building lease 283,000 Office Equipment Rental 10,050 Self-Insurance Assessment 5,060 Printing/Binding/Copying 44,000 Advertising 6,609,086 Promotions 899,000 Indirect Cost 197,162 Miscellaneous 300 Office Supplies 14,100 Reference Materials 17,100 Memberships 40,000 Training & Seminars 17,500 Furniture and Equipment 6,500

Total Operating ~ 10,264,099

II Total s 11 962 533

* Includes FYlO carryover of $302,686.

Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau

FY 2010-11 FINAL BUDGET REPORT

1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter

Expenditures Expenditures Expenditures

267,944 252,194 IS 314,630 19,666 18,877 23,104 29,664 27,937 31,648 76,100 38,735 83,310

1,176 548 1,178 3,034 1,462 3,062 1,276 798 1,700 3,200 3,200 3,200

~ 402,060 ~ 343,752 I~ 461,833

~ 19,022 ~ 37,540 I~ 24,729 33,028 33,028 33,028

320 16,730 4,557 272,621 373,793 377,759

1,151 2,082 1,698 35,857 40,069 47,297

1,000 1,156 2,062 435 443 481

10,013 11,653 10,150 4,149 8,687 12,603

74,752 88,966 85,077 2,101 2,102 2,101 1,265 1,265 1,265 7,678 17,871 7,295

905,460 1,451,726 1,734,894 239,087 160,935 283,104

- 89,331 44,666 - - -

2,214 2,606 2,230 5,730 108 65

12,773 5,981 14,984 691 2,470 3,150

1,003 1,060 20,733 ~ 1,630,349 ~ 2,349,603 1 ~ 2,713,928

4th Quarter Expenditures

IS 300,888 22,241 14,969 41,470

603 1,554

867 3,200

I~ 385,792

I~ 76,364 33,028

1,424 344,714

3,077 39,285

-1,157

14,476 13,444

9,648 2,105 1,265

24,990 2,211,680

239,810 44,666

3,182 3,591

10,624 14,350 11,888

4,484

I~ 3,109,253

s 2 032 409 I s 2 693 3~ $ 3 175 761 $ 3 495 045

%of

Budget Unspent

Total Expended (Overspent)

iS 1,135,655 97% IS 37,738 83,887 94% 5,521

104,219 80% 25,415 239,615 87% 36,224

3,506 100% (5) 9,111 90% 990 4,642 124% (885)

12,802 100% 0

~~ 1,593,436 94% ~ 104,998

~~ 157,656 147% I~ (50,156) 132,113 100% (0)

23,030 72% 8,970 1,368,886 87% 206,114

8,009 82% 1,766 162,508 103% (4,508)

4,218 NA (4,218) 2,517 104% (90)

46,292 94% 3,134 38,883 71% 16,117

258,443 91% 24,557 8,408 84% 1,642 5,060 100% (D)

57,834 131% (13,834) 6,303,760 95% 305,326

922,937 103%- --(23,937) 178,662 91% 18,500

3,182 1061% (2,882) 10,640 75% 3,460 16,528 97% 572 48,088 120% (8,088) 18,199 104% (699) 27,280 420% (20,780)

~~ 9,803,132 96% , 460,967

'$ 11396 569 95% s 565 964

the beaches of

FORT MYERS SANIBEL Touri s t Development Council

Resolution Opposition to the Expansion of Offshore

Drilling in the Gulf of Mexico

Whereas: Tourism brought in more than $400 million in tax revenue to state and local government during 201 0; and,

Whereas: Tourism is the economic engine of Lee County generating over $2.4 billion in economic impact during 201 0; and,

Whereas: More than 48,850 jobs are a result of Lee County's tourism industry; and,

Whereas: The 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion resulted in three months of unabated oil flowing into the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in billions of dollars of lost revenue for both businesses and citizens along the Gulf coast and yet to be determined environmental impacts; and,

Whereas: The U.S. Department of Interior recently unveiled a proposed five-year offshore drilling lease program for 2012-2017 that would open up more areas in the Gulf of Mexico for oil and gas drilling, including a location within 150 miles of the coastline of Florida.

Whereas: The Council is opposed to efforts that result in offshore drilling that could potential impact the Florida coastline; and,

Now, Therefore, be it resolved that the Lee County Tourist Development Council strongly opposes any new oil and gas leases in the Outer Continental Shelf and supports a permanent moratorium on drilling off the coast of Florida.

Duly passed and adopted this gth day of December, 2011.

Commissioner John E. Manning Chairman, Lee County Tourist Development Council

Proposed Budget Increase

FY2011 - 2012

Proposed FY 2011-2012 Budget Increase

• Media Buys $700,000– Emphasis on digital,

but also includes print and social

• In-market PR for UK and Germany $100,000

• Personnel $150,000– Add two new support positions

– Make one current part-time position

full-time

• Total increase $950,000

the b ea clle s of ·~ t FORT MYERS 'ffi; SANIBEL Touris t Development Council

2012 Meeting Schedule PLEASE WATCH FOR MONTHLY MEETING NOTICES VIA EMAIL

AS DATES OR LOCATION MAY CHANGE OCCASIONALLY

JANUARY 13 JULY - OFF

FEBRUARY 9 AUGUST10

MARCH16 SEPTEMBER14

APRIL 13 OCTOBER18

MAY 11 NOVEMBER16

JUNE 8 DECEMBER14

The Tourist Development Council generally meets on the second Friday of every month. Meetings are held at 9:00a.m. on the 151 Floor of the Tourist Development Council Conference Room, at 2201 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901.

Additional dates that you may want to add to your calendar:

• January 18, 2012 - Florida Tourism Day, Tallahassee

• February 25, 2012 - JetBiue Park Grand Opening

o April4, 2012 - Tourism Ambassador Appreciation Luncheon, Harborside

• May 7, 2012 - National Travel & Tourism Week Rally, Jet Blue Park

o May 9, 2012- Chrysalis Awards, Harborside

o September 12, 2012 - Elaine Mclaughlin Outstanding Hospitality

Awards, Harborside

o October 4, 2012- Team Tourism Annual Marketing Meeting, Harborside

City of Sanibel

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The Honorable Lizbeth Benacquisto 17595 S. Tamiami Trail Suite 200-9 Fort Myers, FL 33908

RE : Local Water Quality Issues and the Detrimental Impact of Preemption

Dear Senator Benacquisto:

I am writing to you on a matter of great public concern to the citizens of the City of Sanibel. Specifically, the City of Sanibel is requesting your assistance and support in our efforts to maintain the authority and local legislative tools necessary to protect our local bays, estuaries and inland waterways. Under imminent attack (as it has been for the previous two years) is local government authority to regulate the amount of nitrogen and phosphorous that enter our local waterways through the " run-off' of extensive over fertilization of properties. We are extremely concerned that the reasonable regulations that have been established by the state legislature through compromise over the past two years will be decimated by the current attempts of the fertilizer industry to have the legislature further weaken or preempt our local regulations.

With regard to that issue, the City of Sanibel is seeking your very active support in defeating Senate Bill 1174 and any amendments to it that in any way allow preemption of local government authority or restrict the abilities of cities and counties to locally regulate the use of fertilizer beyond what has already been imposed by the state legislature.

On the broader issue of preemption by the state legislature of local government's authority to control storm water runoff, address septic tank pollution and address water quality issues in general, we request that the legislature not take away or hamper our local legislative and regulatory tools to address these issues. Cities and counties are being held increasingly responsible for water quality standards and the most cost effective way to prevent degradation of our waterways is through prevention not remediation efforts after extensive damage is done.

The City of Sanibel very much appreciates your efforts on our behalf and we look forward to your support on these issues and your continued support for the welfare for the citizens of Sanibel.

Mick Denham Vice Mayor

cc: Sanibel City Council Judith A. Zimomra, City Manager Kenneth B. Cuyler, City Attorney

City of Sanibel

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The Honorable Lizbeth Benacquisto 17595 S. Tamiami Trail Suite 200-9 Fort Myers, FL 33908

RE : Local Water Quality Issues and the Detrimental Impact of Preemption

Dear Senator Benacquisto:

I am writing to you on a matter of great public concern to the citizens of the City of Sanibel. Specifically, the City of Sanibel is requesting your assistance and support in our efforts to maintain the authority and local legislative tools necessary to protect our local bays, estuaries and inland waterways. Under imminent attack (as it has been for the previous two years) is local government authority to regulate the amount of nitrogen and phosphorous that enter our local waterways through the " run-off' of extensive over fertilization of properties. We are extremely concerned that the reasonable regulations that have been established by the state legislature through compromise over the past two years will be decimated by the current attempts of the fertilizer industry to have the legislature further weaken or preempt our local regulations.

With regard to that issue, the City of Sanibel is seeking your very active support in defeating Senate Bill 1174 and any amendments to it that in any way allow preemption of local government authority or restrict the abilities of cities and counties to locally regulate the use of fertilizer beyond what has already been imposed by the state legislature.

On the broader issue of preemption by the state legislature of local government's authority to control storm water runoff, address septic tank pollution and address water quality issues in general, we request that the legislature not take away or hamper our local legislative and regulatory tools to address these issues. Cities and counties are being held increasingly responsible for water quality standards and the most cost effective way to prevent degradation of our waterways is through prevention not remediation efforts after extensive damage is done.

The City of Sanibel very much appreciates your efforts on our behalf and we look forward to your support on these issues and your continued support for the welfare for the citizens of Sanibel.

Mick Denham Vice Mayor

cc: Sanibel City Council Judith A. Zimomra, City Manager Kenneth B. Cuyler, City Attorney