Meeting Minutes for May 20, 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 May 20, 2026.
Present and constituting a quorum were:
Mike Cutler – Chair
Michelle Martel – Vice Chair
Jonathan Busa – Assistant Secretary
David Williams – Assistant Secretary
Bruce Given – Assistant Secretary
Also present were:
Mandie Rainwater – District Manager, Premier District Management (PDM)
John Baker – Engineer, Bowman
Also attending remotely:
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 4:31 p.m., and District Manager Mandie Rainwater called the roll. Supervisors Cutler, Martel, Busa, Given, and Williams were present and constituted a quorum. Also in attendance were District Manager Mandie Rainwater, and Engineer John Baker. Assistant District Manager Megan Wolff participated remotely. .
SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS Approval of the Agenda
The agenda was amended with two additions: 4Diii: Financial Statements for April 2026 and 7C: 8820 Paseo De Valencia Dead Sod Discussion.
On MOTION by Vice Chair Martel, 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 May Field Report and discuss later in the meeting along with the Field Manager Report.
B. Motion to Approve Consent Items
All remaining consent items were approved.
On MOTION by Supervisor Given, seconded by Chair Cutler, 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 April 15, 2026
ii. Financial Statements for March 2026
iii. Financial Statements for April 2026
iv. May Field Report
v. Irrigation Work Orders Log
FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Engineer
A. Drainage Concerns at 8890 Paseo De Valencia Follow-up
Engineer Baker reported that no new complaints have been received regarding this area. He advised that he is awaiting rainfall conditions in order to evaluate the grading. He also noted that he will inspect the grate over the catch basin to determine whether repairs are necessary due to observed bowing.
B. BMAP Program Update
Engineer Baker reported that Laguna Lakes CDD is currently the only community to have entered projects into the BMAP system. He advised that reduction credit information has not yet been provided and will report back to the Board once results are released.
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 several irrigation updates were included in the agenda materials. She advised that irrigation schedules have been increased to three times per week at 100% runtime. She further reported that the consolidation of irrigation clocks 3 and 5 remains pending, as staff has requested a wiring map from No Limit to confirm the proposed routing beneath the roadway. Upon receipt of this information, the clocks can be consolidated into a single unit at an estimated repair cost of $4,958.
District Manager Rainwater also reported that multiple irrigation clocks have been tripping. West Coast Electrical was engaged to evaluate the system and provided two proposals. One proposal, addressing repairs to clocks 1 and 3, was executed between meetings and will be presented to the Board for ratification. A second proposal addressing the remaining clocks is also under consideration.
Regarding the southern berm plantings, it was reported that No Limit has recommended reviewing the irrigation system following the installation of new plant material. Field Manager Pepin is coordinating with Greenscapes and No Limit to ensure irrigation work is completed in conjunction with plant removal and installation activities scheduled for June.
Chair Cutler inquired about the volume of irrigation work orders. District Manager Rainwater reported that the volume has decreased and noted that the implementation of the online irrigation map may have contributed to a reduction in service requests.
Chair Cutler expressed concern regarding the necessity of a $350 monthly fee for irrigation management services. District Manager Rainwater clarified that the fee encompasses more than tracking work orders, and includes budgeting support, potential assessment adjustments, and coordination with the County.
A discussion ensued regarding the potential selection of an alternative irrigation vendor due to concerns with No Limit’s communication and performance. Chair Cutler inquired whether Aaron from Insight could provide recommendations. District Manager Rainwater indicated that she will coordinate with Field Manager Pepin to identify potential vendors capable of servicing the Laguna irrigation system.
ii. Update on Controller Replacement and Consolidation
The Board discussed this item earlier in the meeting, as noted above.
iii. Irrigation Controller Electrical Review
The Board discussed this item earlier in the meeting, as noted above.
iv. Ratification of Irrigation Controller, Clocks 1 and 3
The proposal has been returned to West Coast Electrical to include UPS backup details and confirm whether notifications are sent when the system switches to battery, which provides approximately eight hours of operation.
Chair Cutler executed the proposal between meetings to allow the work to commence.
On MOTION by Supervisor Given, seconded by Supervisor Busa, with all in favor, the Board ratified the proposal from West Coast Electrical for Irrigation Controller, Clocks 1 and 3 in the amount of $2,400.
v. Proposal of Irrigation Controller, All other Clocks
Chair Cutler inquired whether the consolidated clocks would be located in the same area and utilize the same electrical feed. He requested clarification on the proposed connection and power source prior to Board consideration. Staff is awaiting a wiring diagram for clocks 3 and 5 to determine the consolidation approach.
Staff will follow up with Insight and No Limit regarding the proposed configuration. This item was tabled.
vi. Water Consumption
District Manager Rainwater reported that staff is awaiting a report from the County. Chair Cutler expressed concern regarding fluctuations in water consumption costs.
vii. Approval of Hoover Invoice #196232
The Hoover Invoice in the amount of $1,051.43 for electrical connection and surge protection was presented.
Chair Cutler inquired whether the District incurs a monthly fee for the camera monitoring the pump station and whether such cost is included in the budget. Staff will follow-up with Field Manager Pepin.
On MOTION by Vice Chair Martel, seconded by Supervisor Given, with all in favor, the Board approved the Hoover Invoice #196232 in the amount of $1,051.43.
B. Easement for Drain Pipe Update
District Manager Rainwater reported that the easement has been received and will be executed by Chair Cutler following the meeting. Staff will forward the original to the District’s attorney and distribute an electronic copy to all applicable parties.
SEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS New Business
A. Stormwater Structure Proposals
i. Resident Comments on Midge Flies
District Manager Rainwater reported that Field Manager Pepin observed no midge flies at Lake 5 during the most recent inspection and noted the issue may originate from conditions on the resident’s property.
The Board requested that staff provide the information to the Board regarding the availability of Gambusia fish through Lee County Mosquito Control for distribution to residents.
B. Proposal for Miscellaneous Vegetation Items
The proposal from Greenscapes includes the removal of several dead or diseased trees along the exterior berm, removal of non-approved plants within the interior berm, and filling of holes behind the geotube at Lake 7.
On MOTION by Vice Chair Martel, seconded by Supervisor Busa, with all in favor, the Board approved the proposal from Greenscapes in the amount of $1,215.40.
C. 8820 Paseo De Valencia Dead Sod Discussion
District Manager Rainwater reported that a resident notified the District of reddish-brown tinted irrigation water, which they believe is damaging the sod. She further noted that the Board has not historically approved requests for sod replacement in similar situations.
Supervisor Given advised the Board that Beverly Hills has been addressing this issue for a while.
EIGHTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Field Manager
A. Project Updates:
i. Stormwater Pipe Cleaning
District Manager Rainwater reported that the project has been completed.
ii. Berm Planting Project
District Manager Rainwater reported that the above-ground portions of the areca plants have been removed. Greenscapes is scheduled to return to complete stump grinding, and No Limit will inspect and perform any necessary irrigation repairs following completion of that work.
Chair Cutler reported that a resident requested approval to install Christmas palms in place of the planned Clusia plants. After discussion, the Board determined that the originally selected plantings remain the most appropriate and agreed to proceed as planned to maintain consistency. District Manager Rainwater will notify the resident of the Board’s decision.
iii. Stormwater Catch Basin Work
District Manager Rainwater reported that Talon Construction is raising two structures and completing grate removal, with work expected to be finished before the end of the month. Risers for the structures have been ordered.
iv. Hardwood Tree Trimming
District Manager Rainwater reported that the contractor is expected to return a revised proposal including the required E-Verify language.
The Board requested that staff obtain proposals for repairs to holes in the fence line.
NINTH ORDER OF BUSINESS District Manager
A. FY 2027 Budget Discussion
Chair Cutler requested clarification on the budget process and timeline. District Manager Rainwater confirmed that the budget must be finalized by June 15, 2026 and noted that assessments may be reduced prior to adoption but cannot be increased above the proposed amount.
Chair Cutler inquired about creating separate line items for No Limit, Insight, and Hoover. District Manager Rainwater indicated there should be no issue with this approach but will verify with accounting based on applicable requirements.
Vice Chair Martel suggested increasing the irrigation equipment line item.
Chair Cutler expressed a desire to complete the remaining Southern Berm in FY 2027 and requested that the FY 2028 budget include the West and North Berms.
On MOTION by Chair Cutler, seconded by Supervisor Busa, with all in favor, the Board approved the proposed budget as presented.
B. Resolution 2026-05: Approve Proposed Budget and Set Public Hearing
This resolution adopts the proposed budget and sets the Budget Public Hearing date to August 19, 2026.
On MOTION by Supervisor Given, seconded by Chair Cutler, with all in favor, the Board approve Resolution 2026-05: Approve Proposed Budget and Set Public Hearing date to August 19, 2026.
C. Supervisor of Elections Voter Count: 972 as of April 15, 2026
District Manager Rainwater reported that there were 972 registered voters as of April 15, 2026.
She also reminded the Board that Form 1 (Statement of Financial Interests) is due by July 1 and must be printed for those seeking reelection. Staff will distribute a reminder email with the necessary information.
Chair Cutler left the meeting at 5:54 p.m.
TENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Attorney
District Manager Rainwater reported that two bills, one increasing sovereign immunity caps and another revising CDD supervisor recall provisions, remain pending the Governor’s signature.
Chair Cutler returned to the meeting at 5:57 p.m.
ELEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Supervisor Requests/Comments
No Supervisor Requests/Comments.
TWELFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Audience Comments
No Audience comments.