This nine member committee was created on February 13, 2001 by Collier County Ordinance 2001-03 to assist the Board of County Commissioners with the establishment of unified beach erosion control and inlet management programs within the unincorporated and incorporated areas of Collier County and to advise the Board of County Commissioners and the Tourist Development Council (TDC) regarding project priorities with respect to funding sources that are available to Collier County for restoration and protection of its shoreline.
The committee is comprised of three members from the unincorporated area of Collier County, three members from the City of Naples and three members from the City of Marco Island. Selection for membership on this committee will be based upon the applicant's familiarity with coastal processes, inlet dynamics coastal management programs, or demonstrated interest in such programs; relevant education and experience; leadership and involvement in community affairs; and willingness to attend meetings and to undertake and complete assignments. After initial appointments, terms will be 4 years.
Coastal Advisory Committee members meet monthly on the second Thursday of the month from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. (please check the monthly agendas to confirm date and time) in the Board of County Commission Chambers located on the third floor of the W. Harmon Turner Building, Collier County Government Center, 3301 East Tamiami Trail, Naples, Florida.
Ordinance No. 2001-03 - Ordinance Creating the Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee
Current Committee Members include:
- Chairman - Councilman John F. Sorey, III
- Murray H. Hendel
- Joseph Moreland
City of Naples
- Councilman Ted Forcht
- Victor Rios
- Larry N. Magel
City of Marco Island
- Jim Burke
- Robert Raymond
- Anthony P. Pires, Jr.
Collier County