David Mercer

The Board agenda includes utility acceptance packages, the presentation of supplemental reports for Tuckers Cove and Webbs Reserve financing, and consideration of a resolution authorizing the issuance of Series 2026 Special Assessment Revenue Bonds. Public hearings will be held regarding the adoption of an amended design and specification manual and an amended water utilities policies manual. Additional discussion items include the approval of the proposed budget for fiscal year 2027, the authorization of an RFP for landscaping services, an amendment to the lease agreement for the Babcock Neighborhood School, and various maintenance-related contracts for gym equipment and landscaping services.

The Board discussed and ratified various items including a utility acceptance package, financial statements, and proposals for landscaping and artistic program management services. Resolutions were adopted to schedule public hearings for updates to the Design and Specification Manual and the Water Utilities Policies Manual. Additionally, the Board approved a facility use agreement with the Charlotte County Supervisor of Elections and an amendment to the landscape and maintenance services agreement for the sports complex. Staff reports and informational updates were presented, followed by public comments regarding event policies and community signage.

The Board approved various utility acceptance packages, unaudited financial statements, and ratified multiple service agreements related to solar lighting, retaining wall repairs, and sidewalk replacement. Key actions included accepting the resignation of a Board member, appointing a new member to fill the seat, and administering the oath of office. Additionally, the Board elected and removed district officers, approved an amendment to the exotic vegetation removal maintenance contract, authorized an updated utility easement for the Shoppes at Yellow Pine, and adopted a resolution to streamline the authorization process for special events.

The meeting included several Public Hearings and Regular Meeting agenda items. Key discussions involved public comments regarding the Utility Rate Schedule changes, specifically confirming that assessment impacts are limited to undeveloped land. The Consent Agenda covered approval of Utility Acceptance Packages for Sabal Glen, Sports Complex Maintenance Facility, and Tucker's Cove -- Phase 2A, acceptance of December 2025 financial statements, approval of minutes from previous Special Public Meetings in December 2025, and approval/ratification of various amendments to agreements with Rostan Solutions, LLC and TIGRIS Aquatics Services, LLC. The Board held a Public Hearing and adopted Resolution 2026-18 to amend the Water Utilities Rate Tariff and Fees Schedule. A second Public Hearing addressed the assessment roll for State Road 31 Offsite Improvements, which were noted to only impact undeveloped land, involving presentations on the Supplemental Engineer's Report and the Special Assessment Methodology Report, culminating in the adoption of Resolution 2026-19 levying special assessments. The Board also adopted Resolution 2026-20 approving a $10 million State Infrastructure Bank Loan for SR 31 Roadway Improvements and approved related agreements with Babcock Property Holdings, LLC concerning developer transportation fees and project completion. Other actions included authorizing the buyout of certain street lighting facilities due to road improvements, approving the Nineteenth Amendment to the BrightView Landscaping Contract to extend the term and add Saturday Porter Services, adopting Resolution 2026-21 to adopt the 2025 Charlotte County Local Mitigation Strategy, awarding the Request for Proposals for Mulch Services to Luckie's Pinestraw Destin, LLC, approving a Use Agreement for parking spaces, and authorizing termination of Signet Pool Agreements to enter a new contract with Aquapool for pool maintenance.

The primary purpose of this meeting was the public opening and recording of responses received for the Request for Proposals (RFP) for Mulch Services. Two sealed bids were received and opened: one from Luckie's Pinestraw Destin for $347,790.27, and another from BrightView Landscape Services, Inc. for $620,663.00. Both submissions were noted to be missing the required flash drive containing the electronic copy, although electronic versions were emailed prior to the deadline. The document notes that the evaluation committee would meet later the same day, with formal consideration and potential award scheduled for the Governing Board Meeting.