City Council Regular Meeting

City of Naples City Council Chamber 735 Eighth Street South Naples, Florida 34102 City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. It is noted for the record that all: 1) documentation electronically appended hereto is also contained in the file for this meeting with the City Clerk’s Office; 2) experts who testified during quasi-judicial hearings were accepted as qualified to do so in their respective fields of expertise; 3) added items are referenced in red as “ADDED ITEM”; and 4) added attachments are referenced in red as “ADDED ATTACHMENT”. 1) CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL City Council Members Present Teresa Heitmann, Mayor Terry Hutchison, Vice Mayor Staff Present: Gary Young, City Manager Chad Merritt, Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director Stephen Beckman, Director of Building Services Bob Dorta, Floodplain Coordinator Charlotte Loewel, Human Resources Director Natalie Hardman, Natural Resources Manager Monique Barnhart-Tiberio, Comm. & Public Outreach Mgr. Ciro Dominguez, Police Chief Others Present: Honorable Judge Janeice Martin Edward Gleason Thelma Hodges Lodge McKee Patrick O’Connor Maureen Roushar Keith Marvelle Daniel White Cliff Holland James Whittaker Lauren Batlle Rick Freniere Meredith Dee Shawn Connors Linda Black Michael Hunter Nathan Gordon Joanne Connors Mary Alger Berne Barton Ray Christman Bill Kramer Linda Penniman Beth Petrunoff Matthew McConnell, City Attorney Patricia Rambosk, City Clerk Erica Martin Planning Director Sean Phillips, Master Officer Felix Gomez, Purchasing Manager Jessica Hernandez, Deputy City Clerk Jessica Rosenberg, Deputy City Clerk Elizabeth Willis, Senior Accountant Pamela Cunningham Bruce Martin Deborah Martin Jay Kohlhagen Lisette Pezzullo Karen Flinn Nancy Hannigan Julie Kalustian Georgia Contes Robert Kalustian Anthony Thomas Teddy Collins Drew Montez Clark Jerry Conti Ben Nottingham Gene Barrett Richard Schroeder

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 2 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Joe Alger Ted Blankenship Jacqueline Rogue de Escobar Ana Perez Helena Bardate Tom Henning Darwin Brandt Fay Greystone Donna Adan Tim Carpenter Jeff Donaldson Don Braswell Laura Koster Small Pat Cogswell Susan Sullivan Johnny Fratto Carol DiPaolo Cliff Holland Michael Dugan Eileen Connolly-Keesler Greg Orick Adele Hernandez Lugo Ricardo Saavedra Brett Kness John Strand Erika Donalds John Meo James Rosenberger Michelle Pyle Donna Williams Jim Oberweis Cullen Stack Yvonne Isecke Martha Matson C. Worrell Caroline Tanner Linda Rosenthal Mark Seifert Darren Aquino Teren Ferretti Harry Zea Jim Gilliam Mark Looney Penny Taylor Vinicio Ricardo Shawn Simeon 2) INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Reverend Edward Gleason, Trinity by-the Cove, gave an invocation. Council Member Petrunoff subsequently led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3) SET AGENDA (add or remove items) Mayor Heitmann announced that two minutes would be provided for Public Comment that day. She noted that Item 12.A would be considered at 11:00 a.m. at the request of the petitioner. City Manager Gary Young noted that Supplement Item 4.G was added to the agenda. Council Member Petrunoff requested to remove Items 7.A and 7.D from the Consent Agenda for a separate discussion and vote and proffered the following motion. MOTION by Petrunoff to SET AGENDA subject to removing Items 7.A and 7.D from the Consent Agenda; seconded by Hutchison and unanimously carried, all Members present and voting (Barton-yes, Christman-yes, Hutchison-yes, Kramer-yes, Penniman-yes, Petrunoff-yes, Heitmann-yes). 4) ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS 4.A) Do the Right Thing Presentation for the Marc Newberry Memorial Scholarship. Master Officer Sean Phillips presented appreciation plaques to Patrick O’Connor, Chairman of the Do the Right Thing (DTRT) program, Maureen Roushar, Park Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, and Keith Marvelle, for their donations for the scholarship. Council Member Kramer reflected on the life and legacy of Marc Newberry, highlighting his contributions and the significance of the Memorial Scholarship established in his honor. A video presentation was subsequently shared which featured Marc Newberry. Master Officer Phillips announced the recipient of that year’s Marc Newberry Memorial Scholarship: Shawn Simeon, a senior at Naples High School, was recognized for exemplary leadership and mentorship both on and off the football field, where he distinguished himself through performance and character. 4.B) Proclamation for National Police Week - May 11, 2025 through May 17, 2025. Mayor Heitmann presented a proclamation to Police Chief Ciro Dominguez designating May 11th through May 17th 2025 as National Police Week.

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 3 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Proclamation (Staff/Added Attachment) 4.C) Proclamation Declaring May to be National Drug Court Awareness Month. Mayor Heitmann presented a proclamation to the Honorable Judge Janeice T. Martin designating May 2025 as National Drug Court Month. The Honorable Judge Martin provided highlights of the Collier County Drug Program and thanked the Council and guests in attendance that day who had participated successfully in the Program Proclamation (Staff/Added Attachment) 4.D) Proclamation for Municipal Clerks Week - May 4, 2025 through May 10, 2025. Mayor Heitmann presented a proclamation to City Clerk Patricia Rambosk designating May 4th through May 10th 2025, as Professional Municipal Clerks Week. City Clerk Rambosk thanked the Council and recognized the staff as well as the prior City Clerks who have served the City. Proclamation (Staff/Added Attachment) 4D. Timeline of City Clerks (Staff/Added Attachment) 4.E) Proclamation Honoring 25 Years of Dedicated Service by Employees of George Washington Carver Apartments. Mayor Heitmann presented a proclamation to Adele Hernandez Lugo, Vinicio Ricardo and Ricardo Saavedra for their 25 Years of service at the George Washington Carver Apartments, and Lodge McKee, Secretary-Treasurer of the Carver Finance, Inc. Board of Directors, thanked them for their contributions to the community. Proclamation (Staff/Added Attachment) 4.F) Proclamation for Drowning Prevention Month. Mayor Heitmann presented a proclamation to Daniel White, Chair of the Naples Community Hospital Safe and Healthy Children’s Coalition Advisory Board, designating May 2025 as Drowning Prevention Month. Mr. White thanked all involved who have helped with water safety efforts and advocated for additional drowning prevention awareness. Mayor Heitmann recognized the efforts of Monique Barnhart-Tiberio, Communications and Public Outreach Manager, who created the FY2023-24 Annual Report, noting that it won an award for Most Outstanding Annual Report from the Florida Municipal Communications Association. Proclamation (Staff/Added Attachment) Cover Page of FY2023-24 Annual Report (Staff/Added Attachment) It is noted for the record that: 1) Recess: 11:03 a.m. until 11:12 a.m., during Item 5 below; and 2) the same Council Members were present when the meeting reconvened. 5) PUBLIC COMMENTS The following individuals urged for the Council’s reconsideration of the previously approved mast arm improvements at the intersection of Crayton Road and Harbour Drive and expressed support for installing a roundabout at that particular intersection to address safety concerns: Cliff Holland, President of the Moorings Property Owners Association (MPOA), who also shared results of a community survey conducted by the HOA; Rick Freniere, who said he was a physician and that most traffic accidents are related to high speed; Meredith Dee; Shawn Connors; and Linda Black, who read a letter by Collene Van Noord; Michael Hunter, who provided a handout that included information regarding features and benefits of roundabouts; Nathan Gordon; Joanne Connors; and Michael Dugan. Ted Blankenship urged City Council to promptly review options and make a decision regarding intersection improvements at Crayton Road and Harbour Drive. He also recommended that City Council determine the most appropriate legal counsel and consider adding additional legal resources to represent the City in the current Naples Pride event lawsuit, expressing concern that the City could lose its ability to determine community values, standards, and the types of special events permitted. James Whittaker expressed support for the approval of Item 12.A (Nonconformity Petition 25- N2). The following individuals expressed opposition to the City utilizing CRA funds to purchase the Stillwater Cove property and advocated for CRA funds to be spent on infrastructure improvements within the River Park community; Lauren Batlle, who also expressed support for the approval of

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 4 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Item 12.A and inquired about the current status and future plans of the property that the CRA had recently purchased; and Martha Matson. The following individuals expressed support for the Council’s decision requiring that Naples Pride hold the drag show indoors and/or made remarks about the civil lawsuit filed against the City; Pamela Cunningham; Bruce Martin; Deborah Martin; Jay Kohlhagen; Anthony Thomas; Jose (no last name provided) ceded his time to Teddy Collins; Drew Montez Clark; Jerry Conti; Ben Nottingham; Gene Barrett; Richard Shroeder; Brett Kness; John Strand; Erika Donalds; Mary Alger, who also spoke against abortions; Joe Alger; Jaqueline Roque de Escobar; Ana Perez; Helena Bardate; Tom Henning; Darwin Brandt; Fay Greystone ceded her time to Donna Adan; Tim Carpenter; Jeff Donaldson; Don Braswell; Laura Koster Small; Pat Cogswell; Susan Sullivan; Johnny Fratto; Carol DiPaolo; John Meo; James Rosenberger; Michelle Pyle; Donna Williams; and Cullen Stack ceded his time to Jim Oberweis. The following individuals spoke about the bid process relating to ITB #25-013 (Item 7.D): Greg Orick, who expressed the view that the process was overly restrictive, with inconsistently applied qualification standards and an unnecessarily narrow requirement for experience specifically with the Truline brand. He stated that several qualified contractors were unfairly excluded from the process. Mark Looney stated that although the Bid required experience with Truline, there are several comparable and more cost-effective alternatives. He expressed concern that local bidders lost to a company based on the east coast, despite several qualified local firms being capable of performing the work. He emphasized the importance of supporting local businesses and questioned the viability of the selected company. Jim Gilliam urged City Council to thoroughly evaluate the Agreement with the selected contractor prior to approval to ensure suitability for the project. He emphasized the importance of awarding contracts to local companies to support the local economy and expressed concern that the cone of silence policy hinders smaller companies from receiving the guidance needed to successfully navigate the bidding process. The following individuals were not present when called: Lisette Pezzullo; Karen Flinn; Nancy Hannigan; Julie Kalustian; Georgia Contes; Robert Kalustian; Caroline Tanner; C Worrell; Linda Rosenthal; Mark Seifert; Darin Aquino; Teren Ferretti; and Yvonne Isecke. Handout (M. Hunter/Added Attachment) Handout (G. Orick/Added Attachment) 12) LAND USE MATTERS 12.A) RESOLUTION 2025-15610 - A Resolution Determining Nonconformity Petition 25-N2 Pursuant to Section 46-35 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Naples, to Allow for the Expansion of a Nonconforming Single-Family House on the Property Located in the R1-7.5 Residence District, Owned by Jackie L. Dean, located at 508 13th Street North: More Fully Described Herein; Providing Findings and Conditions; and Providing an Effective Date. City Attorney Matthew McConnell read the title of the Resolution. This being a quasi-judicial proceeding, Notary Public Jessica Rosenberg administered an oath to those intending to testify; all responded in the affirmative. Council Members then made the following ex parte disclosures: Penniman and Kramer / were familiar with the site and had spoken to staff; Barton / had discussions with staff; Christman / had visited the site and had discussions with staff and with members of the Collier Community Foundation; Petrunoff / was familiar with the site, had spoken to staff and had spoken with the community; Hutchison / was familiar with the site, had spoken to staff and had conversations with petitioner’s agents and had kept an open mind on the project; and Heitmann / had spoken with staff, had conversations with members of the Collier Community Foundation, and had spoken with surrounding neighbors. Planning Director Erica Martin reviewed the agenda memorandum, noting that the request was an expansion of a nonconforming single-family house on the property located at 508 13th Street

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 5 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. North. She explained that the Collier Community Foundation secured grant funding on behalf of the property owner to elevate the structure to a finished floor elevation of 11 feet above the North America Vertical Datum (NAVD) to mitigate the potential of future flooding, noting that the current finished floor elevation was 6.24 feet above NAVD. Planning Director Martin noted that the front, southwest corner of the residence is set back only 23 feet from the front property line, where a 25-foot front yard setback is required. She explained that to accommodate the new floor elevation, an exterior landing and stairway were proposed, which would further encroach into the front yard. Planning Director Martin stated that staff applied the criteria for expanding a non- conformity, pursuant to Section 46-35(c) of the Land Development Code, and found that the standards had been met and reviewed staff’s two recommended conditions. She noted that the Planning Advisory Board (PAB) recommended the following condition: the petitioner will consider the feasibility of relocating the western front door to the east side of the storage room (formerly the garage), removing the proposed new deck, and relocating the exterior stairway to the east, off of the existing front porch to ensure that encroachment into the front yard is as minimal as possible within the financial constraints and applicable regulations to the project. Penny Taylor, Disaster Relief Resource Coordinator at the Naples Senior Center, reviewed previous initiatives by the Collier Community Foundation aimed at enhancing home resiliency throughout Collier County. She then introduced Tim Hart, Area General Manager at Brizo Construction, who used an electronic presentation to preview the home elevation project located at 508 13th Street North in River Park East. Council Member Petrunoff praised the project’s goals and noted its potential to serve as a pilot resiliency initiative for others to follow. General Manager Hart indicated that the cost to elevate the home is $260,000, based on the home’s square footage. Council Member Christman suggested scheduling a future discussion regarding amending the City’s Code to accommodate minor non-conformity and variance requests for single family residences. General Manager Hart confirmed the project timeline as May 12, 2025, through August 12, 2025. Eileen Connolly-Keesler, President/CEO of the Collier Community Foundation, expressed hope that the home elevation project would serve as a pilot project for the neighborhood. Public Comment: None. MOTION by Kramer to APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-15610; seconded by Barton and unanimously carried, all Members present and voting (Hutchison- yes, Penniman-yes, Christman-yes, Barton-yes, Kramer-yes, Petrunoff-yes, Heitmann-yes). Agenda Memorandum Resolution PAB Staff Report Application Deed Survey Plans Proposed Residence Remediation Report General Contractor’s License Petitioner’s Credentials Planning Department Credentials Public Notice Mailing Addresses Affidavit of Sign Posting Affidavit of Sign Posting CC Petitioner’s Presentation Revised Resolution (Petitioner/Added Attachment)

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 6 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA MOTION by Penniman to APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA subject to removing Items 7.A and 7.D for a separate discussion and vote; seconded by Kramer and unanimously carried, all Members present and voting (Barton- yes, Christman-yes, Hutchison-yes, Kramer-yes, Penniman-yes, Petrunoff- yes, Heitmann-yes). 6) MINUTES 6.A) Approval of the April 16, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes. Agenda Memorandum April 16, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes 7) RESOLUTIONS 7.B) RESOLUTION 2025-15605 - A Resolution for the Purpose of Amending Article IV, Meeting of Directors, Section 1., Regular Annual Meeting, of the Bylaws of Carver Finance, Incorporated, Adopted by Resolution 1980-3606, to Modify the Regular Annual Meeting Date of the Board of Directors; and Providing an Effective Date. Title of Resolution not read. Agenda Memorandum Resolution Amendment to Bylaws 7.C) RESOLUTION 2025-15606 - A Resolution Authorizing an Increase to the Not-To- Exceed Contract Amount from $50,000 to $100,000, for the Purchase of Police and Fire Uniforms and Equipment During Fiscal Year 2024-25, Utilizing the Previously Approved Piggyback Agreement, Approved by the City Manager by Clerk Tracking No. 2024-00145, Between the City of Naples and Reads Uniforms, LLC, a Delaware Corporation; Authorizing the City Manager to Issue Purchase Orders; and Providing an Effective Date. Title of Resolution not read. Agenda Memorandum Resolution 2024-00145 Read’s Uniforms, LLC 20241016 Signed Cooperative Purchasing Request Form - Reads Uniforms Sarasota County Fire Contract 7.E) RESOLUTION 2025-15608 - A Resolution Approving, Ratifying and Confirming the Labor Contract Between the City of Naples and the Fraternal Order of Police, Collier County Lodge 38, Lieutenant’s Bargaining Unit; and Providing an Effective Date. Title of Resolution not read. Agenda Memorandum Resolution Tentative Agreement 7.F) RESOLUTION 2025-15609 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Naples, Florida, Approving an Artwork Loan and Display Agreement Between the City of Naples and William C. Carl, Chief Petty Officer for the Temporary Display of Artwork in City Hall; Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement; and Providing an Effective Date. Title of Resolution not read. Agenda Memorandum Resolution Artwork Loan Agreement 8) OTHER 8.A) Consideration of the New Special Event Application Below: 1. NPD Centennial Community Carnival - Baker Park Agenda Memorandum NPD Centennial Community Carnival 11.20.2025 8.B) Consideration of the Repeat Special Event Applications Enumerated Below: 1. Bike Brunch and Walk - Cambier Park; 2. Scoops and Hoops - River Park; 3. DJ for

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 7 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Ceremony and Cocktail Hour - Hyatt House; 4. Stone Crab Festival 2025 - Tin City; and 5. Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Naples - Baker Park Agenda Memorandum Bike Brunch and Walk 3.1.2025 Scoops and Hoops 6.6.2025 DJ for Ceremony and Cocktail Hour 6.15.2025 Stone Crab Festival 2025 10.25.2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Naples 11.22.2025 END OF CONSENT AGENDA 4.G) Proclamation and Key to the City Ceremony in Honor of Thelma Hodges (12:00 p.m. Time Certain) (Added Item/Supplement 1). Mayor Heitmann read a proclamation honoring Thelma Hodges for her contributions as a registered nurse in helping to open the Naples Community Hospital in 1955 and presented her with a key to the City in recognition of her service. Ms. Hodges accepted the key to the City and expressed gratitude to Council Members. 10) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 10.A) Carver Finance, Inc. Board of Directors Annual Presentation to City Council. City Manager Gary Young introduced the item. Lodge McKee, Secretary-Treasurer of the Carver Finance, Inc. Board of Directors, provided a history of the George Washington Carver Apartments property, recalling that it was formerly known as McDonalds Quarters. He said the City acquired the property in 1979 using Section Eight subsidized housing funds through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and built 70 low-income apartments. He explained that the apartments offer affordable housing, are well-maintained, and have an on-going waiting list. He noted that the audited financial statements are typically received each spring and that the Board intended to adjust the timing of its annual meeting to occur shortly thereafter. In response to Council Member Christman, Secretary-Treasurer McKee outlined potential opportunities for future expansion of the George Washington Carver Apartment footprint. Agenda Memorandum 11) ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA (If Needed) 7.A) RESOLUTION 2025-15604 - A Resolution Approving a Contractor’s Services Agreement Between the City of Naples and Netting Professionals, LLC., a Florida Limited Liability Company, for the Reconstruction of the Batting Cages at Fleischmann Park in the amount of $140,410; Approving a City-Controlled Contingency in the amount of $5,000; Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Contractor’s Services Agreement; and Providing an Effective Date. City Attorney Matthew McConnell read the title of the Resolution. Chad Merritt, Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director, explained that batting cage improvements at Fleischmann Park were budgeted in the current year’s CIP at $250,000. He added that Netting Professionals LLC was selected to complete the repairs at a cost of $140,410. Council Member Petrunoff explained that she requested to remove this item from the Consent Agenda to initiate a discussion regarding the lack of competitive bidding for many City projects, which she claimed occurs in approximately 75 percent of bid requests. She expressed the opinion that a revised bidding process is needed. In response, City Manager Gary Young explained that many bid requests involve niche projects that can be completed by only a limited number of businesses. He added that when only one bid is received, a decision must be made whether to accept the bid or reopen the process to solicit additional bids. Council Member Petrunoff questioned whether local vendors choose not to bid on City projects due to the complexity of the City’s bidding process. In response, Purchasing Manager Felix Gomez explained that local vendors often focus on more lucrative private projects. He also noted that many vendors choose not to bid on jobs involving the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) due to the additional paperwork that is required.

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 8 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Director Merritt stated that he consults with other municipalities to help determine project costs. He added that if bids for a project exceed the estimated cost, the job will be reopened for additional bids. Ensuing discussion, the following motion was proffered. MOTION by Petrunoff to APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-15604; seconded by Hutchison and unanimously carried, all Members present and voting (Barton- yes, Christman-yes, Hutchison-yes, Kramer-yes, Penniman-yes, Petrunoff- yes, Heitmann-yes). Agenda Memorandum Resolution Contractor’s Services Agreement ITB 25-014 - Bid Tab ITB 25-014 - Bid Analysis ITB 25-014 - Department Letter of Opinion ITB 25-014 - Project Specifications 7.D) RESOLUTION 2025-15607 - A Resolution Approving a Contractor’s Services Agreement Between the City of Naples and YC Group, LLC, A Florida Limited Liability Company, to replace five existing damaged seawalls at the beach ends in front of the Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) located at North Lake Drive, 14th Avenue South, and 16th Avenue South and construct new Seawalls at 3rd Avenue South and 15th Avenue South where none currently exist in the amount of $1,305,794.00 (ITB #25-013); Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Contractor’s Services Agreement; and Providing an Effective Date. City Attorney Matthew McConnell read the title of the Resolution. Public Works Director Robert Middleton provided background on seawall reconstruction efforts following Hurricane Ian in 2022. He noted that post-storm evaluations resulted in recommendations for five of the City’s 40 beach ends. Three of these beach ends included previously unknown seawalls exposed by storm- related erosion, while the remaining two had no seawalls but sustained extensive damage. The scope of work, he explained, includes seawall design, permitting and construction oversight of those five beach ends. Public Works Director Middleton then detailed the bidding process for the project. Council Member Petrunoff expressed concern regarding the disqualification of Greg Orick II Marine Construction, Inc., noting that the firm’s bid of $406,000 was 3.2 times lower than the accepted bid of $1,305,794 from YC Group. In response, Purchasing Manager Felix Gomez explained that Orick’s submission was deemed nonresponsive due to the omission of a required bid bond. He added that the actual bid from Orick was $1,246,947. Council Member Petrunoff noted that Orick was a trusted vendor who has built most of the seawalls in the City and suggested that the vendor should be offered an opportunity to resubmit its bid. In response, Purchasing Manager Gomez stated that negotiations are not permitted during the Invitation to Bid (ITB) process. Council Member Barton expressed the opinion that, in this case, bureaucracy was being prioritized over common sense. He cautioned that the City’s bureaucratic procedures will result in increased costs for both taxpayers and businesses. In addition, he stated that YC Group, the vendor selected to rebuild the seawalls, may ultimately hire a local company to perform the work. In response to Council Member Kramer, City Attorney McConnell stated that the ITB qualification criteria could include a preferred local vendor provision. Purchasing Manager Gomez clarified that the City currently does not have a local vendor provision in place. City Attorney McConnell added that vendors who submit proper bids may file a bid protest if another vendor is allowed to amend its bid. In response to Council Member Christman, City Manager Young stated that a new ITB could be issued; however, he cautioned that doing so may invite protests and delay the seawall project by

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 9 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. approximately six months. Vice Mayor Hutchison requested that E-Verify be utilized to assess potential vendors who are awarded contracts and subsequently subcontract the work. Public Comment: None. MOTION by Christman to APPROVE Item 7.D; FAILED due to lack of second, Before the following motion was considered, Council Member Kramer inquired about an estimated timeline for issuing a new ITB. In response, Public Works Director Middleton stated that the ITB could be awarded after the summer recess, at which point City Council would need to decide whether to begin work immediately or wait until after the tourist season. MOTION by Petrunoff to DIRECT staff to reissue an ITB for Item 7.D; seconded by Penniman and FAILED 3-4, all Members present and voting (Penniman-yes, Kramer-no, Hutchison-yes, Christman-no, Barton-no, Petrunoff-yes, Heitmann-no). Council Member Barton then proffered the following motion. MOTION by Barton to APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-15607; seconded by Christman and carried 4-3, all Members present and voting (Petrunoff-no, Kramer-yes, Hutchison-no, Penniman-no, Christman-yes, Barton-yes, Heitmann-yes). Agenda Memorandum Resolution Bid Analysis Signed Contractor’s Agreement Recess: 1:57 p.m. until 2:28 p.m. It is noted for the record that the same Council Members were present when the meeting reconvened. 13) OLD BUSINESS 13.A) Approval of the Revised 2025 Workshop and Meeting Schedule for the City Council and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). City Manager Gary Young introduced the item, noting that Council Member Christman had previously indicated a scheduling conflict with one of the upcoming meeting dates. As a result, a request was made to reschedule the September 15, 2025 Workshop Meeting, along with the September 17, 2025 Regular and Special Budget Meetings. He added that the proposed new dates are September 22 and September 24, 2025, pending a consensus from all Council Members. If approved, a resolution will be placed on the May 21, 2025 Consent Agenda to formally authorize the changes. Consensus reached to approve the Revised Workshop and Meeting Schedule for the City Council and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). Agenda Memorandum Amended 2025 City Council and CRA Meeting Schedule 13.B) Update on Discussions Regarding Fireworks Placement on/or around the New Year’s Holiday. City Manager Gary Young noted that pursuant to City Council’s direction, staff met with members of the President’s Council on April 28, 2025 to discuss alternative dates for the New Year’s fireworks celebration, noting that the proposed January 3, 2026 was a date that staff and members of the President’s Council agreed upon. Council Member Petrunoff requested that staff provide a cost comparison, including staffing costs, of scheduling the fireworks on New Year’s Eve versus an alternative date prior to making a decision on the following year’s celebration. Consensus reached to schedule the New Year's Fireworks Celebration for January 3, 2026. Agenda Memorandum

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 10 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. 14) NEW BUSINESS 14.A) Presentation and Discussion on the City’s Community Rating System (CRS) as part of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) including Proposed Measures to Improve the City’s Rating. City Manager Gary Young introduced the item. Floodplain Coordinator Bob Dorta used an electronic presentation to provide an update on the City’s Community Rating System (CRS). He explained that the CRS is a program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as part of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). He stated that, on a scale of one to ten, Naples is currently rated as a CRS Class 5 with a total of 2,545 points. He explained that Naples could improve to a Class 4 rating by adopting additional activities that earn points through measures aimed at reducing flood risks. Building Services Director Stephen Beckman explained that a better Class ranking would result in lower Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) insurance rates. Floodplain Coordinator Dorta shared immediate opportunities the City may consider in efforts to improve its CRS rating. Among these is the implementation of Non-conversion Agreement with homeowners, which prohibit altering or converting a structure or enclosure below the base flood elevation. He noted that this regulation is already included in the City Code; however, only the necessary paperwork needs to be completed and submitted to satisfy this measure. Other actions to consider, he mentioned, include conducting a Flood Insurance Assessment and implementing a Local Mitigation Strategy. Floodplain Coordinator Dorta shared a copy of the FEMA National Violation Tracker Report, which he stated included approximately 250 addresses in Naples. He explained that the majority of these violations were listed due to incorrect data entry into the system. He recommended that homeowners review their Elevation Certificate to determine whether their insurance rate is being affected by an erroneous inclusion on the Report. He explained that other opportunities that could help the City achieve a CRS Class 4 rating include completing the Watershed Master Plan and enhancing the City’s Stormwater Management Regulations. A discussion followed regarding the most effective approaches to accomplish both objectives. Natural Resources Manager Natalie Hardman stated that Collier County would not be coordinating Watershed Master Plan efforts with the City, as it has chosen to postpone developing its own plan at that time. In response to Council Member Christman, Natural Resources Manager Hardman outlined plans to address the City’s Watershed Master Plan, the Resiliency Roadmap, and stormwater management regulations. Council Member Christman asserted that the residents’ primary concern is regarding resiliency and protecting their homes and businesses from flooding. In response to Council Member Petrunoff, Building Services Director Beckman explained that the City earns a significant number of points for maintaining open space within its boundaries. Due to the limited availability of green space in the City, he noted that the potential to earn additional green space points is restricted. Floodplain Coordinator Dorta noted that additional points may be earned by implementing higher regulatory standards; however, a cost analysis study must be conducted to ensure that the cost of adopting these standards does not outweigh the potential savings benefits. Mayor Heitmann said the community should be involved in decisions to implement higher regulatory standards. Agenda Memorandum Flood Insurance Assessment Letter CRS Presentation 14.B) RESOLUTION 2025-15611 - A Resolution Approving Task Order No. 25-01-60-61- 531000 Between the City of Naples and WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc., a New York Corporation, (Formerly Known as WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc., a Nevada Corporation Authorized to do Business in the State of Florida) to

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 11 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Provide Professional Engineering Services for Development of a Watershed Master Plan in Accordance with the Third Phase (Goal 3) of Resiliency Strategies Directed by City Council, in the Amount of $275,000; Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Task Order; and Providing an Effective Date. City Attorney Matthew McConnell read the title of the Resolution. Public Comment: None. MOTION by Christman to APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-15611; seconded by Petrunoff and unanimously carried, all Members present and voting (Kramer- yes, Christman-yes, Petrunoff-yes, Barton-yes, Hutchison-yes, Penniman- yes, Heitmann-yes). Agenda Memorandum Resolution Task Order and Proposal Benefits - Watershed Master Plan WMP1 (Staff/Added Attachment) 15) FIRST READING ORDINANCES 15.A) FIRST READING - An Ordinance for the Purpose of Amending Section 29 of the Code of Ordinances relative to the City of Naples Firefighters’ Pension and Retirement System. An Ordinance of the City of Naples, Florida, Amending the City of Naples Code of Ordinances, Chapter 29, Article IV, Firefighters’ Pension and Retirement System; Amending Division 1, Generally, Section 29-191, Definitions, to Provide for Incentive and Overtime Pay as Part of Pensionable Earnings; Amending Division 3, Membership and Benefits, Section 29-231, Contributions, to Provide for an Increase in the Member Contribution Rate; Amending Division 3, Membership and Benefits, Section 29-232, Requirements for Retirement, to Provide for an Increase in the Benefit Accrual Rate and to Provide for a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA); Amending Division 3, Membership and Benefits, Section 29-246, DROP, to Provide for an Increase in the DROP Interest Rate; Directing the City Clerk to File a Copy of this Ordinance with the Florida Department of Management Services, Division of Retirement; Providing for Conflicting Provisions, Severability and Applicability; and Providing an Effective Date. City Attorney Matthew McConnell read the title of the Ordinance. Human Resources Director Charlotte Loewel reviewed the agenda memorandum. MOTION by Kramer to APPROVE ITEM 15.A AT FIRST READING; seconded by Barton and unanimously carried, all Members present and voting (Kramer- yes, Barton-yes, Penniman-yes, Hutchison-yes, Petrunoff-yes, Christman- yes, Heitmann-yes). Agenda Memorandum Ordinance Actuarial Study Actuarial Impact Statement 16) SECOND READING ORDINANCES - None. 17) PUBLIC COMMENTS Harry Zea thanked the City Attorney and City Manager for their efforts related to the long-standing lawsuit between him and the City. In an effort to avoid future litigation, he expressed hope that the City recognizes a distinction between the project currently involved in litigation (The Nautilus) and his other project (The Viceroy), which he noted was approved seven years ago but has since stalled administratively within the City. 18) COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL, AND STAFF Council Member Christman suggested that, to ensure that an informed decision is made, information should be gathered for both the roundabout and mast arm options at the Crayton Road and Harbour Drive intersection. In response, City Manager Gary Young noted that information on both options would be presented at the June 4, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting, at which time a decision could be made.

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 12 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Council Member Christman expressed concern about the length of the May 21 Regular City Council Meeting, noting that the agenda includes a potentially lengthy item related to the Naples Airport Authority and that the meeting will need to break at 3:00 p.m. to accommodate a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) meeting. In response, City Manager Young stated that he would move some discussion items to the June 16 Workshop Meeting but cautioned that future meeting agendas are also full. Council Member Kramer expressed concern about the large number of public speakers who appeared earlier that day. While acknowledging the importance of public input, he stated that the volume of comments regarding a decision that has already been made and is now in the hands of the courts was an unproductive use of staff’s time. Council Member Petrunoff encouraged homeowners to contact Floodplain Coordinator Bob Dorta to check whether their home is included on the FEMA National Violation Tracker Report and, if so, to correct any errors that may have placed them on the list. She noted that doing so could result in insurance savings. Council Member Petrunoff raised concerns about the need for local control of the Naples Airport, specifically questioning the Naples Airport Authority’s decision to accept federal grants, which she suggested undermines the City’s goals. In addition, she requested a closer examination of the reasons behind the lack of competitive bids the City receives for many projects. In response, Mayor Heitmann proffered the following consensus. Consensus reached to direct the City Manager to schedule a discussion on the City’s purchasing process on a future Council Workshop agenda. Vice Mayor Hutchison discussed the upcoming deadlines facing the independent Blue Ribbon Committee in relation to its responsibility to evaluate and make recommendations on compensation and benefits for the Mayor and City Council Members. In response, City Clerk Patricia Rambosk said the Blue Ribbon Committee will be reestablished in August and should meet its deadline in presenting a recommendation to City Council in November. Vice Mayor Hutchison spoke about a tentative agenda item scheduled for the May 21, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting titled “NAA Items from the April 14, 2025 meeting.” He expressed the opinion that the Naples Jet Center project was not properly brought forward for approval by the City Council as required by the Code. Specifically, he questioned the timing of the project’s approval and suggested it was approved by the Naples Airport Authority before the City Council approved the Utilization Plan. He added that the Naples Jet Center signed a lease with the NAA and submitted plans to the Design Review Board (DRB) on June 23, 2021. A review of the November 17, 2021 City Council meeting minutes indicates that the NAA Executive Director did not mention the Naples Jet Center during Utilization Plan discussions that day, despite the City Council’s directive of no new hangars. He then offered a series of questions related to the Naples Jet Center to be addressed at the May 21, 2025 City Council Meeting. Council Member Christman emphasized the need to focus specifically on the Airport-related issue discussed during the April 14, 2025 City Council Meeting at the May 21, 2025 meeting and cautioned against broadening the discussion. Council Member Petrunoff asserted that the site plan for the Naples Jet Center project should have been evaluated by the City Council prior to being submitted to the DRB. City Attorney Matthew McConnell remarked that his focus in preparation for the May 21, 2025 meeting was to clarify questions posed during the April 14, 2025 meeting and suggested allowing him to present those findings before expanding the scope of the conversation. Mayor Heitmann expressed the need to reexamine the approval process of the Naples Jet Center. In response, Council Member Christman stated that the City Manager, the City Attorney, and the

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 13 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. Planning Director all confirmed that the Naples Jet Center was approved as part of the Utilization Plan process that has been in effect for 22 years. Mayor Heitmann requested a consensus to direct the City Attorney to determine which version of the Utilization Plan was used for the approval of the Naples Jet Center. In response, City Attorney McConnell recommended that he look into determining whether the Naples Jet Center was properly approved through the Utilization Plan process. Consensus reached to direct the City Attorney to determine whether the Naples Jet Center was properly approved through the Utilization Plan Process based on the Comprehensive Plan, the City Code and current Ordinances and Regulations that control the process. Mayor Heitmann also requested a determination on whether the Naples Airport Master Plan requires approval by the City Council or if it is solely a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) document. City Manager Young said the item on the May 21, 2025 Agenda included only discussion from the April 14, 2025 meeting, and more specifically, the Site Plan Utilization (SPU) process and how it led to the Naples Jet Center construction. City Attorney McConnell indicated that he would provide his findings as a supplement to the May 21, 2025 City Council agenda. Council Member Kramer suggested allowing the City Attorney to share his formal opinion before public comments at the May 21, 2025 meeting. Mayor Heitmann expressed concern regarding committees and the support each offers to City Council. In response, City Manager Young said a related discussion is scheduled for the May 19, 2025, City Council Workshop. City Manager Young asked for a consensus to allow him to consider a right-of-way permit application for the home elevation project located at 508 13th Street North. He explained that a portion of Charles C. Anthony Park would be encroached as part of the project and would therefore require City Council approval. In response, Vice Mayor Hutchison suggested consulting with neighbors before approving the request. Consensus reached to allow the City Manager to consider a Right-of-Way Permit application for the home elevation project located at 508 13th Street North, which involves the use of a portion of Charlie C. Anthony Park. Mayor Heitmann reminded Council Members that City Clerk Patricia Rambosk’s performance review will be included on the May 21, 2025 meeting agenda and asked Members to plan accordingly and schedule to meet with the Clerk. City Manager Young announced that the 1st Avenue South Parking Garage received its Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO) that day. Email Correspondence (Hutchison/Added Attachment)

City Council Regular Meeting – May 7, 2025 – 8:38 a.m. 14 Roll call votes by Council Members are recorded in random order, pursuant to City Council policy. 19) ADJOURNMENT 5:39 p.m. ____________________________ Teresa Lee Heitmann, Mayor _______________________________ Patricia L. Rambosk, City Clerk Meeting clerked by: ________________________________ Jessica Hernandez, Deputy City Clerk Minutes prepared by: Jessica Hernandez, Deputy City Clerk Dave Horton, Executive Assistant Minutes Approved: ____________________.6/18/2025