Meeting Minutes for April 15, 2026
Laguna Lakes
Community Development District
The regular meeting of The Board of Supervisors of the Laguna Lakes Community Development District was held at the Laguna Lakes Clubhouse, 15300 Lakes of Laguna Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida and also via web conference on April 15, 2026.
Present and constituting a quorum were:
Mike Cutler – Chair
Jonathan Busa – Assistant Secretary
David Williams – Assistant Secretary
Bruce Given – Assistant Secretary
Supervisors attending remotely:
Michelle Martel – Vice Chair
Also present were:
Mandie Rainwater – District Manager, Premier District Management (PDM)
Melissa Gindling – Assistant District Manager, PDM
Vickie Rose – Resident
Also attending remotely:
John Baker – Engineer, Bowman
The following is a summary of the discussion and actions taken at the Laguna Lakes Community Development District (CDD) Board of Supervisors regular meeting.
FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order, and District Manager, Mandie Rainwater called the roll. Supervisors Cutler, Busa, Given, and Williams were present and constituted a quorum, with Vice Chair Martel attending remotely. Also in attendance were District Manager, Mandie Rainwater, Assistant District Manager, Melissa Gindling, and Resident Vickie Rose. Engineer John Baker participated remotely. .
On MOTION by Supervisor Busa, seconded by Supervisor Given, with all in favor, the Board approved the remote participation of Vice Chair Martel.
SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS Approval of the Agenda
The agenda was amended with one addition: 4Dvi: Legal Services Rate Increase.
On MOTION by Supervisor Busa, seconded by Vice Chair Martel, with all in favor, the Board approved the agenda as amended.
THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS Audience Comments on Agenda Items
There were no audience comments.
FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Consent Agenda
A. Items to be Pulled for Discussion
Chair Cutler pulled the March financials, as they were not yet available.
B. Motion to Approve Consent Items
All remaining consent items were approved.
On MOTION by Supervisor Busa, seconded by Supervisor Williams, with all in favor, the Board approved the consent items as presented.
C. Consideration of Items Pulled for Discussion
D. Consent Items
i. Draft Regular Meeting Minutes for March 18, 2026
ii. Financial Statements for February 2026
iii. April Field Report
iv. Irrigation Work Orders Log
v. Legal Services Rate Increase
FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Engineer
A. Drainage Concerns at 8890 Paseo De Valencia Follow-up
Additional photos and comments were received from the resident and forwarded to the Engineer for review. A dented drain cover was noted, and Engineer Baker will inspect the drain on site prior to coordinating repairs with the contractor. Possible extension of roof drains was discussed; however, observation during the rainy season was recommended before proceeding.
B. BMAP Program Update
Engineer Baker reported there have been no updates from the BMAP Coordinator.
SIXTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Old Business
A. Irrigation
i. Irrigation Monitoring and Schedule Update
District Manager Rainwater reported that several irrigation reports were included in the agenda packet and that irrigation is currently operating two days per week at full capacity. Turf conditions were reported as satisfactory. A resident request for additional irrigation heads in the berm area was discussed, and staff was directed to confirm whether the request pertains to the berm sprinklers or the yard edge. The Board also requested a proposal from an electrician to review the electrical components of the irrigation clocks.
Supervisor Williams noted dry areas within the common areas and requested that Clock #1 operate three days per week for turf recovery, to which the Board expressed no objection.
On MOTION by Supervisor Busa, seconded by Chair Cutler, with all in favor, the Board pulled the April Field Report.
ii. Update on Controller Replacement and Consolidation
The Board discussed the proposed consolidation of irrigation clocks. No Limit reviewed the existing wiring and submitted a proposal to bore under the roadway to connect wire paths and consolidate two clocks into one new clock at a cost of $4,958. Staff requested a map identifying the boring location in order to obtain any required permissions. The Board tabled the item pending receipt of additional information.
Chair Cutler requested further review of the water consumption bills and expressed concern regarding continued high water usage under the current irrigation management by Insight Irrigation.
The Board discussed the faceplate issue on Clock #6 and requested confirmation as to whether the existing faceplate can be used, as well as identification of the next faceplate requiring replacement. The item was tabled pending receipt of additional information from No Limit.
B. Easement for Drain Pipe Update
Ana Lara, CAM for the Laguna Lakes Community Association, requested an update; however, no response has been received to date. It was noted that the next LLCA meeting is upcoming, and the Board’s understanding is that the document is currently under review by the Association’s attorney.
C. Berm Planting Plan and Proposals Follow-up
At the March meeting, the Board requested revised proposals that included Clusia and Jasmine ground cover options. After reviewing the pricing, Field Manager Pepin recommended the use of 25-gallon Clusia plants, noting that the larger plants would provide a quicker privacy hedge for residents. The 25-gallon plants would also be spaced farther apart, approximately 5 feet on center, compared to the 15-gallon plants, which were proposed at 3 feet on center, thereby reducing the total number of plants required.
The Board reviewed four revised proposals. The current FY 2026 budget includes $25,000 for new plantings. The Board discussed that if the 500 LF option is completed this fiscal year, an additional $75,000 may be budgeted in FY 2027 to complete the remaining section.
The Board discussed the proposals, including differences in plant sizes and quantities for the Jasmine ground cover, and whether warranties would be provided and weekly wet-checks to help ensure plant survival.
Assistant District Manager Gindling, noted that No Limit offered to review the irrigation system after the Areca removal to confirm damaged sprinklers are repaired and that sufficient irrigation coverage reaches the new plantings. The irrigation review and any necessary repairs will be completed on a time and materials basis. The Board had no objections, and Staff will coordinate with No Limit and Greenscapes once the project is scheduled.
On MOTION by Supervisor Busa, seconded by Chair Cutler, with all in favor, the Board approved the Greenscapes proposal for the 500 LF section, contingent upon a 3 to 6 month warranty being provided at a cost of $48,335.
SEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS New Business
A. Stormwater Structure Proposals
i. Grate Removal Proposals
District Manager Rainwater presented two proposals for this project; Shenandoah has provided a proposal of $5,160 and Talon Construction provided a proposal for both items 7Ai and 7Aii combined, at a cost of $5,500. Currently, the grate is not causing any blockages; however, there is concern that the grate, which is presently tied off, could become dislodged and create a blockage in the future.
ii. Catch Basin Uncovering Proposals
The Board also approved the Talon Construction proposal referenced above, which includes the catch basin uncovering work.
On MOTION by Supervisor Busa, seconded by Supervisor Given, with all in favor, the Board approved the proposal from Talon Construction for the grate removal and the catch basin uncovering at a cost of $5,500.
B. Hardwood Tree Trimming Proposals
District Manager Rainwater reported that six vendors were contacted to provide proposals for trimming and thinning all hardwood trees, including a per‑tree cost breakdown. Proposals were received from Greenscapes, Johnson Tree Service, Pelican, and Lee County Tree Service. Juniper declined to submit a proposal. The Board discussed the proposals and noted that future palm trimming requests should specify trimming at a 10–2 angle.
On MOTION by Supervisor Busa, seconded by Supervisor Given, with all in favor, the Board approved the proposal from Johnson Tree Service to trim and thin the trees at a cost of $6,512.
EIGHTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Field Manager
A. Project Updates:
i. Stormwater Pipe Cleaning
District Manager Rainwater reported that, as of April 10, 2026, Shenandoah had completed cleaning the 18-inch pipes and was awaiting the return of divers to complete cleaning of the 36-inch pipe.
ii. Fountain Repairs
All fountains are back up and running.
iii. Fountain Maintenance Spreadsheet
Provided in the packet for the Board’s budgeting and tracking purposes.
NINTH ORDER OF BUSINESS District Manager
A. FY 2027 Budget Discussion
District Manager Rainwater reported that a draft FY 2027 budget was included with the additional agenda materials and requested that Board Members provide any questions or requested revisions to District Manager Rainwater and Assistant District Manager Gindling for review.
Chair Cutler expressed concern regarding the absence of the March financial statements and the cash flow reflected in the February financials. Discussion ensued regarding several items that had not yet been paid during March as would normally occur, which is expected to cause certain expense line items to appear higher once the March financials are finalized. Chair Cutler also requested that certain outstanding invoices, including the No Limit invoice, be accrued in the financials for a more accurate representation of expenses.
Staff noted that the draft budget will be updated once the March actuals are received and processed.
The following requests were made:
- $75,000-80,000 for the next round of berm plantings
- Separate line item for the No Limit contract
- Review of internal controls
- Delay board meeting dates to later in the month next fiscal year
TENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Attorney
No comments were received from the Attorney.
ELEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Supervisor Requests/Comments
The Field Report was discussed, and Chair Cutler requested that all follow‑up items and proposal requests be included in a follow‑up list at the end of the Field Report. It was noted that any items requiring further action, including anticipated proposal requests or Board decisions, should be clearly identified.
Supervisor Busa expressed the need to receive the March financial statements in order to allow for proper budget review.
Vice Chair Martel commented that she preferred all budget planning be completed during regularly scheduled meetings to avoid the need for a workshop.
TWELFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Audience Comments
No Audience comments.