Beach Walkway Replacement Project
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Beach Walkway Replacement Project
Goals:
· Replace existing walkway over sand dunes from Chalet property to the beach and meet current Building Code and environmental requirements
· Provide safe access.
· Improve / update the esthetics
· Improve power and lighting
Background / Rationale:
· The railings and decking of the existing walkway presented hazards from splinters and weakened structure.
· The existing walkway was damaged during two hurricanes in the last 4 years.
· Deterioration of railings, decking, and structural supports was substantial and repairs made proved to be short-term due to the deterioration of the wood.
· Informal inspection gave rise to concern that substructure was deteriorating.
· The Beach Walkway Replacement was not an option in the Imagine 2026 survey.
Status:
· 23 Feb 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o One quote was received for the Boardwalk replacement for ~$100K
o A second bid was being sought
· 3 May23 Board Meeting Minutes
o Discussion of Boardwalk/Dune Crossover replacement as Boardwalk is in serious
o disrepair.
o Quotes received of $99,000 from Blue Marlin, and $144,000 from Collier Seawall.
o Replacement walk will be the same footprint and style as current.
o A Special Assessment authorization in the amount of $88,500 or $983.33 per unit is needed to pay for the replacement of the Boardwalk/Dune Crossover
o Motion made by B. Sova, Second by D. Puccio to ask owners for special assessment for $88,500 to replace boardwalk, with balance coming from current reserves. Motion passed unanimously.
· 15 May 23 Special Membership Meeting Minutes
o Vote Count of the Special Assessment for Boardwalk/Dune Crossover Replacement was 58 YES, 5 NO. There was a quorum and the vote passed.
· 22 Jun 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o Dune crossover project established Oct 31st after turtle season to commence project
· 21 Sep 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o Boardwalk to begin work on November 1st, should take 6 weeks.
o Will need to use the Winterberry Public Beach Access during construction. We are not allowed to make a new path to the beach from the Chalet property.
· 2 Nov 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o City building Dept is requesting additional information
o CCSL variance petition without a planning board review
o FDEP permit it is found in the FDEP application
o General design questions to be answered by a Florida engineer
· Permitting issues dragged on delaying the beginning or the project and were finally resolved in February 2024.
· Construction began on 28 February 2024.
o All decking was removed by 29 February
o Post removal began 1 March and completed 8 March 9, 2024
o New materials were delivered 2 March
Management:
· This project is under the Aegis of the Building Committee
· Dave Puccio, member of the Board and the Building Committee has the project lead.
Timeline:
· Completion is to be before the start of Turtle Season in May.
Cost:
· Blue Marlin Contracting Bid: $99K
Funding:
· Reserves: ~$10K
· Special Assessment:
o $88.5K; $983.33 / Unit
· Of the Dune Crossover special assessment totaling $88,500, only $115 had been spent as of 9/30.
Version: 1.1 Last Updated: 12 March 2024
Goals:
· Replace existing walkway over sand dunes from Chalet property to the beach and meet current Building Code and environmental requirements
· Provide safe access.
· Improve / update the esthetics
· Improve power and lighting
Background / Rationale:
· The railings and decking of the existing walkway presented hazards from splinters and weakened structure.
· The existing walkway was damaged during two hurricanes in the last 4 years.
· Deterioration of railings, decking, and structural supports was substantial and repairs made proved to be short-term due to the deterioration of the wood.
· Informal inspection gave rise to concern that substructure was deteriorating.
· The Beach Walkway Replacement was not an option in the Imagine 2026 survey.
Status:
· 23 Feb 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o One quote was received for the Boardwalk replacement for ~$100K
o A second bid was being sought
· 3 May23 Board Meeting Minutes
o Discussion of Boardwalk/Dune Crossover replacement as Boardwalk is in serious
o disrepair.
o Quotes received of $99,000 from Blue Marlin, and $144,000 from Collier Seawall.
o Replacement walk will be the same footprint and style as current.
o A Special Assessment authorization in the amount of $88,500 or $983.33 per unit is needed to pay for the replacement of the Boardwalk/Dune Crossover
o Motion made by B. Sova, Second by D. Puccio to ask owners for special assessment for $88,500 to replace boardwalk, with balance coming from current reserves. Motion passed unanimously.
· 15 May 23 Special Membership Meeting Minutes
o Vote Count of the Special Assessment for Boardwalk/Dune Crossover Replacement was 58 YES, 5 NO. There was a quorum and the vote passed.
· 22 Jun 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o Dune crossover project established Oct 31st after turtle season to commence project
· 21 Sep 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o Boardwalk to begin work on November 1st, should take 6 weeks.
o Will need to use the Winterberry Public Beach Access during construction. We are not allowed to make a new path to the beach from the Chalet property.
· 2 Nov 23 Board Meeting Minutes
o City building Dept is requesting additional information
o CCSL variance petition without a planning board review
o FDEP permit it is found in the FDEP application
o General design questions to be answered by a Florida engineer
· Permitting issues dragged on delaying the beginning or the project and were finally resolved in February 2024.
· Construction began on 28 February 2024.
o All decking was removed by 29 February
o Post removal began 1 March and completed 8 March 9, 2024
o New materials were delivered 2 March
Management:
· This project is under the Aegis of the Building Committee
· Dave Puccio, member of the Board and the Building Committee has the project lead.
Timeline:
· Completion is to be before the start of Turtle Season in May.
| May 23 | Bids from two contractor received |
| Jan 24 | Permitting process finally completed. |
| 28 Feb 24 | Construction started |
| 2 Mar 24 | Materials delivered |
| 8 Mar 24 | Removal of existing structure complete |
| 1 May 24 | Deadline for completion by start of Turtle Season |
Cost:
· Blue Marlin Contracting Bid: $99K
Funding:
· Reserves: ~$10K
· Special Assessment:
o $88.5K; $983.33 / Unit
· Of the Dune Crossover special assessment totaling $88,500, only $115 had been spent as of 9/30.
Version: 1.1 Last Updated: 12 March 2024