Shane Willis

This document outlines a long-range infrastructure plan designed to ensure the continued maintenance, enhancement, and sustainability of the community's essential infrastructure over the next ten years. It addresses critical needs through projects such as traffic calming, gatehouse and monument renovations, paver upgrades, and significant improvements to community and golf course irrigation and stormwater management systems. The plan focuses on maintaining infrastructure integrity, safety, and aesthetic appeal, promoting sustainability and efficiency, and ensuring high-quality living standards for residents through a structured approach to project funding and approval.

Key discussions during the meeting included an update on lake maintenance, noting that the bacteria grower in Lake H1-B is down, but a pump needs replacement and quotes will be obtained. The Board received informational updates regarding the MUTCD 11th Edition concerning traffic control devices for automated vehicles. A review of the Pelican Sound Traffic Violations Report for 2025 (January through October) was conducted, with discussions on speeding enforcement, warnings issued, and potential placement of a mobile unit. The topic of speed limits and stop signs was deferred. The Board discussed clarifying the District's responsibility for the service road adjacent to Paradise Shoppes of Estero, and the Pelican Sound Gatehouses Renovations proposal was reviewed, including civil plans required from the District Engineer. An addition to the agenda concerned proposed drainage improvements, including financing options involving Oak Run and coordination with regulatory bodies. The Board ratified the 2025 Goals and Objectives Reporting and approved the Goals and Objectives Reporting for Fiscal Year 2026 Performance Measures and Standards. Unaudited Financial Statements as of December 31, 2025, were accepted after a correction was noted regarding a budget variance formula calculation. The minutes from the November 18, 2025, Regular Meeting were approved with amendments. Staff reports covered the status of curb repair at Gleneagles Links and sidewalk trip hazards.

The meeting addressed public comments regarding traffic safety, speed limits, and commercial vehicle access via the Corkscrew entrance. Key discussions included an update on Premier Lakes, Inc. maintenance, confirming good lake conditions but noting proactive testing for potential golden algae bloom in Lake E-7A. The Board approved the renewal of the Aquatics and Wetlands Agreement with Premier Lakes, Inc. for three additional years at an annual cost of $71,136.00. The Pelican Sound Traffic Violations Report was reviewed, showing a downward trend in speeding over the year, with plans to revise warning/fine rules. Discussions also covered proposals for a permanent solar-powered stop sign, gatehouse renovation, and monument upgrades. The Board approved the Engineer's Estimate of Quantities for Backup Irrigation Well Improvements, adopting the McCullers Well Services and Plumbing Proposal for $291,500, plus a 10% contingency. Resolution 2026-02, requesting the Lee County Supervisor of Elections to conduct the District's General Elections in November 2026, was adopted. Unaudited Financial Statements as of October 31, 2025, were accepted. A change order for sidewalk repairs totaling $7,406.60 was approved. The next meeting was rescheduled to January 27, 2026.

The Board of Supervisors meeting agenda included several key items. Discussions covered the consideration of a One-Time Work Order Agreement for aeration noise reduction by Premier Lakes, Inc. The agenda also featured continued discussions on the Stormwater Management Plan and Irrigation Water Resource updates. The Board was scheduled to consider Drainage Improvement Bids, with potential award of contracts to Clark Construction Group Inc, MRI, or SGI Company. Further discussions involved the Pelican Sound Golf and River Club, Inc. Second Amendment to the O&M Agreement and a list of Do's and Don'ts for the Conservation Area. Financial considerations included the review of Precision Cleaning, Inc.'s estimate for street sweeping services, consideration of Resolution 2024-02 to authorize the issuance of an Improvement Revenue Note up to $600,000, consideration of Resolution 2024-03 regarding the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025, and consideration of Resolution 2024-04 designating regular meeting dates for FY 2024/2025. The board planned to accept unaudited financial statements as of April 30, 2024, including a 5-Year Plan.

Key discussion topics for the Board of Supervisors meeting included receiving an update and considering a proposal to relocate the Nanobubbler for Lake E7-A. The board addressed continued discussions regarding a safety hazard letter concerning traffic calming measures and a proposal for an off-duty Sheriff detail at the Pelican Sound Dr. and Pelican Sound Blvd. intersection. Other significant items involved continued discussion on installing a Geo-Filter Tube Erosion Barrier System at Lake E8-A, updates on the Irrigation Water Resource, and a discussion on the Indigenous Preserve and Mangrove Assessment. Furthermore, the board planned to consider Resolution 2024-01, which implements Florida Statutes regarding general elections conducted by the Lee County Supervisor of Elections. The agenda also included acceptance of Unaudited Financial Statements as of December 31, 2023, including the Proposed Budget for 2023-2029.