Meeting Minutes for July 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 July 15, 2026.
Present and constituting a quorum were:
Mike Cutler – Chair
Jonathan Busa – Assistant Secretary
David Williams – Assistant Secretary
Bruce Given – Assistant Secretary
Supervisor attending remotely:
Michelle Martel – Vice Chair
Also present were:
Mandie Rainwater – District Manager, Premier District Management (PDM)
Also attending remotely:
John Baker – Engineer, Bowman
Megan Wolff- Assistant District Manager, PDM
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 at 4:30 p.m., and District Manager Mandie Rainwater called the roll. Present and constituting a quorum were Supervisors Cutler, Given, Williams and Busa with Supervisor Martel attending remotely. Also in attendance was District Manager Mandie Rainwater. Engineer John Baker, and Assistant District Manager Megan Wolff participated remotely.
On MOTION by Chair Cutler, Seconded by Supervisor Busa, 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 additions: 6Ai, 7Ai-iv, and 8Ai.
On MOTION by Supervisor Williams, seconded by Supervisor Given, 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 asked to pull the Financials, Section 4Dii.
B. Motion to Approve Consent Items
All remaining consent items were approved.
On MOTION by Chair Cutler, seconded by Supervisor Busa, with all in favor, the Board approved the remainder of the consent items.
C. Consideration of Items Pulled for Discussion
D. Consent Items
i. Draft Regular Meeting Minutes for June 17, 2026
ii. Financial Statements for June 2026
Chair Cutler questioned the higher than normal utility expenses and requested additional analysis of invoices and water usage. District Manager Rainwater explained that two utility bills were charged in the same month, causing the increase.
iii. Irrigation Work Orders Log
Chair Cutler questioned the accuracy of the Work Order Log, noting that some items appeared to be missing. The Board requested that staff compare the Work Order Log with invoices submitted by No Limit to verify accuracy.
On MOTION by Chair Cutler, seconded by Supervisor Given, with all in favor, the Board approved Financial Statements for June 2026.
FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Engineer
Engineer Baker reported that repairs to the structure grate by Conover & Sons have been scheduled.
A. BMAP Program Update
Engineer Baker reported that the BMAP Program remains pending release of the STAR Report and that no further updates were available at this time.
Engineer Baker left the meeting at 4:40 p.m.
SIXTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Old Business
A. Irrigation
i. Irrigation Monitoring and Schedule Update
District Manager Rainwater reported that Controller 6 was installed and became operational as of June 30, 2026. She advised that new sprinkler heads had been installed on the south berm, and both irrigation zones were functioning properly with adequate coverage for the recently planted clusia shrubs. She further reported that Clock 2 had experienced GFI trips beginning July 7, 2026; however, the issue had been stabilized and the controller was communicating properly. Technicians were onsite investigating the cause of the issue and determining whether any equipment or valves required repair.
Chair Cutler reported that a resident at Paseo de Valencia was manually operating the irrigation system. Following discussion, the Board directed staff to issue a letter to the resident advising that unauthorized operation of the District’s irrigation system is prohibited.
Chair Cutler expressed concerns regarding the accuracy and completeness of No Limit’s invoicing and the Work Order Log. He questioned whether only eight irrigation issues had occurred during June and requested a detailed breakdown comparing invoices to the Work Order Log to verify that all work performed was properly documented and billed.
The Board directed staff to contact No Limit and prepare a comparison report to confirm the accuracy and completeness of the records and charges.
ii. Update on Controller Replacement and Consolidation
District Manager Rainwater advised that she had contacted Insight regarding the Board’s request to space out the remaining controller consolidations and was awaiting a response.
a. Clock 6 Replacement – Update
Clock 6 has been installed and is operational as of June 29, 2026.
b. No Limit – Consolidation (Clocks 3&5) – Update
District Manager Rainwater reviewed that the sleeve for the No Limit consolidation project (Clocks 3 and 5) was completed on July 7, 2026. No additional updates were provided.
iii. Update on Vents for Clocks 1 & 3
This project has been completed.
SEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS New Business
A. Lake Maintenance Proposals Comparison Sheet
District Manager Rainwater reported that proposals were received from four lake maintenance vendors as requested by the Board. Chair Cutler expressed concern regarding the significant algae growth and questioned whether current weather conditions were contributing to the issue. Discussion included the impact of clear water conditions allowing greater sunlight penetration, which may contribute to the growth of submerged vegetation and algae. It was noted that fertilizer runoff may also be a contributing factor. Staff advised that the District’s current lake maintenance provider, Aquatic, is performing satisfactorily and that additional rainfall may help improve lake conditions.
Vice Chair Martel noted that several HOAs have recently changed landscape contractors and expressed concern that grass around the lakes is being cut too short and that fertilizer may be being applied too close to the lake bank. She suggested that some of the new contractors may not be aware of the District’s maintenance standards, including the designated no-mow zones and higher mowing height requirements.
Chair Cutler referenced an email sent by Assistant District Manager Wolff requesting information from landscape contractors regarding their most recent fertilizer applications. The only response received was from Greenscapes, which reported that fertilizer was last applied on May 27, 2026, and that a potash treatment was planned for the following month.
District Manager Rainwater reported that Field Manager Pepin had distributed the District’s lake bank maintenance standards and a list of berm-related issues to all landscape contractors serving the community. The Board directed staff to reemphasize compliance with the no-mow zone requirements and proper fertilizer application practices.
The Board requested that Aquatic attend a future meeting to discuss the algae issues and provide input on possible causes and treatment efforts. Following discussion, the lake maintenance proposals were tabled.
i. Pristine Lakes – Lake Maintenance Proposal
ii. Premier Lakes – Lake Maintenance Proposal
iii. Pond Guru – Lake Maintenance Proposal
iv. Mettauer – Lake Maintenance Proposal
EIGHTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Field Manager
A. Field Report
District Manager Rainwater and the Board reviewed the field report, including the following items:
- The lakes were reported to be in satisfactory condition overall, with no significant trash or alligator concerns noted.
- No specific algae issues were identified; however, Lakes 2 and 8 have a high presence of submerged weeds.
- Multiple treatments have been performed over the past several weeks to address filamentous algae in Lakes 1, 3, 4, 5, and 8.
- Black algae was observed in Lake 7, with green growth underneath. The material was identified as unknown. District Manager Rainwater will follow up with Field Manager Pepin to determine what the material is.
- Seven cane toads were removed, and no tadpoles or pollywogs were found, indicating that the current cane toad management program appears to be effective.
- At Lake 3, a letter was sent to the homeowner requesting that the lime tree be trimmed to allow maintenance vehicles to access the area.
- Landscapers are not currently cleaning the catch basins. They will need to be notified that the catch basins require cleaning.
- The grate at the water control structure had been removed. Talon entered the structure and cut apart the obstruction. The obstruction has been removed and is no longer impeding the structure.
- A resident on Spring Mountain Way cut branches and placed them over the berm onto existing plants. A letter was sent jointly by the CDD and HOA advising the resident to remove the the branches and they would be responsible for any damage caused to the plants.
- No palm fronds had been removed by Ramirez of Greenscapes. Supervisor Williams spoke with Ramirez, who advised that Greenscapes is currently short-staffed and is working to obtain sufficient personnel to complete the work. Ramirez indicated the work could be completed at a lower price. Supervisor Williams has already discussed the matter with Field Manager Pepin.
- The resident at Spring Mountain Way was previously sent a letter regarding the removal of yard décor. The same issue remains outstanding, and another letter will be sent to the resident.
The Board discussed the replacement of the dead sod along the Bass Road berm. Chair Cutler requested that staff investigate whether there is a more sustainable landscaping solution, as the sod appears to decline approximately every six months. Vice Chair Martel suggested considering perennials or a ground cover with yellow flowers that would not require mowing.
The Board requested that alternative landscaping options and associated costs be investigated.
Chair Cutler asked for an update on areas still requiring pine straw, including exterior areas and potentially interior areas, excluding the Southern Berm. A proposal for the remaining pine straw work was requested.
The Board requested estimates for pressure cleaning the perimeter wall and pruning the date palms at the community entrance and exit.
i. HOA Maintenance Issues
Field Manager Pepin reported that the lake bank maintenance standards had been distributed to everyone involved with landscaping in the community, along with a list of maintenance issues identified along the berms.
B. Project Updates
i. Berm Planting Project
The clusia shrubs were planted about one month ago and are doing well overall, with some minor leaf loss. The plants are being watered daily and monitored by Greenscapes. The Jasmine groundcovers are expected to arrive this week and be planted by next week.
ii. Greenscapes – Hardwood Tree Trimming
Greenscapes advised that the pruning will be completed sometime in August. The Board requested an estimate for the pruning work.
NINTH ORDER OF BUSINESS District Manager
A. Approved Proposed Budget FY 2027
District Manager Rainwater reported that Compliance Manager Gindling worked with accounting to include the Debt Service Fund with the General Fund, providing a clear overview of where the funds are allocated.
TENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Attorney
A. CDD Legislative Summary
District Manager Rainwater reviewed the 2026 Legislative Summary and reported that the proposed sovereign immunity caps were not signed, so the current limits remain in effect. She also noted that the legislation allowing recall petitions was approved.
ELEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Supervisor Requests/Comments
No Supervisor Requests/Comments.
TWELFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Audience Comments
No Audience comments.