Live updates from Patrick Riley
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Mayor Ben Nelson advises public to speak on mining issue once it comes before council later today. Only those previously sworn in can speak.by PatJRiley via twitter 2/17/2016 2:22:04 PM -
Mayoral Candidate Rick Steinmeyer says he'd like to see Dixie Moon "hooked up" and ready to operate right away after it is moved.by PatJRiley via twitter 2/17/2016 2:20:54 PM
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Number of commenters have also spoken on comp plan and EAR which is up for review today. Here's some bkgd: naplesnews.com/community/bann…by PatJRiley via twitter 2/17/2016 2:16:26 PM
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More public comment: Charlie Strader now talking about what to do with the historic Dixie Moon Cafe. We'll hear presentation about that soonby PatJRiley via twitter 2/17/2016 2:11:08 PM
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But city staff before the meeting discussed the possibility of having to send the item back to the zoning board. We will see what happens.by PatJRiley via twitter 2/17/2016 2:09:23 PM
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First public commenter spoke in opposition to granting a 10-year extension to a Bonita Springs mine. Some bkgd here: naplesnews.com/news/local/bon…by PatJRiley via twitter 2/17/2016 2:08:41 PM
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Agenda can be found here: cityofbonitasprings.org/wp-content/upl…by PatJRiley via twitter 2/17/2016 2:05:52 PM
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We're kicking off Bonita Springs' city council meeting now. Full house again. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cba_2-ZWEAAFXQM.jpg
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Gibson says downtown redevelopment had another "hiccup" with more old gas tanks turning up.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 6:01:30 PM
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City will host public workshops re its Bonita Beach Visioning Study next week at city hall: MO, 6-7;30 pm; TH, 6-7:30 pm.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:57:31 PM
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Council votes 6-1 to stick with original plan of moving Dixie Moon to NE corner of Old 41 and Reynolds. Gibson sole dissenting vote.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:50:39 PM
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Tied to developer moving the bldg are bonus density considerations, says City Manager Carl Schwing.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:48:33 PM
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City Attorney: If council decides to not move item to 2nd reading it would open itself up to legal action by applicant.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:19:29 PM
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Nelson: "We believe in due process." Says city needs to be fair to applicant WCI.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:17:51 PM
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Nelson advises audience to use "most effective" way of communication re item. Urges them to call, email council.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:17:29 PM
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Again technically no public comment on the item. Some people toeing the line.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:16:29 PM
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Olney says council should not just act "upon biased information supplied by WCI."by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:16:07 PM
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Chris Olney from El Dorado Acres says the process re Pelican Landing/Raport Bay should stop.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:15:43 PM
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Council unanimously approves bonus density in exchange for public improvements ordinance. Bkgd: naplesnews.com/community/bann…by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:07:17 PM
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Richard Ferreira,candidate for Dist. 1 & former councilor, supports bonus density ord.: I think the bonus density makes sense for this area.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 5:06:11 PM
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Here is some background: naplesnews.com/community/bann…by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:59:45 PM
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Now: 2nd reading of ordinance that would allow bonus density in exchange for “green” bldgs, public spaces, art exhibits and river access.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:59:33 PM
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Council unanimously votes to approve bicycle and pedestrian study to be conducted by McMahon & Associates.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:56:33 PM
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Now we're on to a presentation re a city-wide bicycle and pedestrian master plan. Staff recommends approval of proposal.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:53:06 PM
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Nelson re interconnectivity w/ roads potentially going thru neighborhoods: "People like the idea. They just don't like to do it."by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:48:29 PM
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No. 1 priority according to firm's presentation would be shared lane markings on Terry St., btwn Old 41 and Imperial Pkwy.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:41:25 PM
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Some of the improvements proposed by the firm are multi-use paths, landscaping, sidewalks, shared lane marking and bike lanes.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:39:28 PM
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Major focus of the study was how to alleviate congestion at Bonita Beach Rd. and U.S. 41 intersection.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:29:13 PM
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The firm looked at a number of streets and intersections and what could be done to improve them.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:26:33 PM
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We're on to a presentation by McMahon & Associates to update the city's 2008 traffic master plan.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:22:01 PM
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Council unanimously gives its blessing for pool project with understanding that some changes can be made as they move along with it.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:17:33 PM
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Now on to a presentation by city's Parks and Rec Director Nicole Perino re Aquatic Center interactive water feature addition.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 4:01:21 PM
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Bonita now has a green website, says City Planner Jennifer Duffala Hagan. You can find it here: cityofbonitasprings.org/government/gre…by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 3:59:03 PM
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Public commenter asks council to not hold 1st reading on Raptor Bay.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 3:47:48 PM
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Nelson tells public that if you want a "good clean denial that can't be challenged" re Raptor Bay, city can't violate due process.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 3:43:38 PM
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Nelson says public can speak "in generalities" during public comment period after 1st reading vote.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 3:37:44 PM
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Public will be able to speak on item at 2nd meeting on Feb. 3, says City Attorney Audrey Vance.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 3:35:07 PM
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Important to note: Those wanting to speak today re Raptor Bay won't be able to since it is just a 1st reading w/out public comment.by PatJRiley via twitter 1/20/2016 3:31:53 PM
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