Meeting Minutes for September 28, 2026
Heritage Palms Community Development District
A regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the Heritage Palms Community Development District was scheduled on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. at the Heritage Palms Golf and Country Club at 10435 Washingtonia Palm Way, Fort Myers, Florida and via web conference.
Supervisors present and constituting a quorum were:
Bob Breisch – Chair
MaryAnn Ferry – Vice Chair
Janice Donaldson – Assistant Secretary
Kevin Pastore – Assistant Secretary
Supervisors attending remotely:
Brian Anderson – Assistant Secretary
Also attending in person were:
Cal Teague – District Manager, Premier District Management (PDM)
Melissa Gindling – Compliance Manager, (PDM)
Attending later in person:
Kyle Roehm – Fountain Kings
Also attending remotely:
Megan Wolff – Assistant District Manager, PDM
Michael Miller
The following is a summary of the discussion and actions taken at the Heritage Palms Community Development District (CDD) Board of Supervisors Meeting.
FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 a.m., and District Manager Cal Teague called the roll. Present and constituting a quorum were Chair Breisch, Vice Chair Ferry, Supervisors Donaldson and Pastore with Supervisor Anderson attending remotely. Also in attendance were District Manager Cal Teague, Compliance Manager Melissa Gindling. Attending remotely were Assistant District Manager Megan Wolff and Michael Miller. Kyle Roehm of Fountain Kings arrived at 8:37 a.m.
On MOTION by Chair Breisch, seconded by Vice Chair Ferry, with all in favor, the Board approved the remote participation of Supervisor Anderson.
SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS Approval of the Agenda
The agenda was approved as amended, adding Item 8B.
On MOTION by Supervisor Anderson, seconded by Supervisor Donaldson, 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
District Manager Teague explained that the District’s financial position remains strong, with assessments fully collected and interest earnings of approximately $3,000 per month. He noted that funds previously set aside in reserves for roadway and bulkhead projects are not recorded as expenditures until used. The road improvement project resulted in expenditures of $402,383, which were charged to Roadway Maintenance and Repair. At the end of the fiscal year, staff will process a budget amendment to transfer funds from the Roadway Reserves to reimburse the expenditure. This is a transfer of existing reserve funds rather than an additional expense.
B. Motion to Approve Consent Items
On MOTION by Vice Chair Ferry, seconded by Supervisor Pastore, with all in favor, the Board approved the Consent Items as amended to include the requested revisions to the minutes from August 24, 2026.
C. Consent Items
i. Draft Regular Meeting Minutes for August 24, 2026
Chair Breisch requested that staff add the assessment increase timeline to the minutes for future reference.
ii. Financial Report for August 2026
D. Consideration of Items Pulled for Discussion
FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Attorney
There were none.
SIXTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Engineer
There were none.
SEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Old Business
There were none.
EIGHTH ORDER OF BUSINESS New Business
A. Pond Watch Ride Around – Date Discussion
The Board discussed meeting dates for the ride around meeting and selected Monday, March 8, 2027, for the Pond Watch ride around. The group will meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Oasis parking lot.
Following the ride around, there will be a seminar and lunch at Lee County Mosquito Control office. A representative from Premier District Management and Field Manager Pepin will also be in attendance.
B. Pristine – Exotic Vegetation Removal and Treatment – Proposal
District Manager Teague reported that Field Manager Pepin identified exotic vegetation between the old and new fence in an area of prior fence damage. Field Manager Pepin expressed concern that the vegetation could spread to the irrigation pond and presented a $2,000 proposal from Pristine for vegetation removal, treatment, and follow-up inspection.
Supervisor Anderson asked how far the treatment could extend without encroaching on the adjacent property line. The Board discussed maintaining a buffer of approximately five feet from the property line and noted that the proposal photograph showed the treatment area between the old damaged perimeter fence and the new fence.
On MOTION by Supervisor Anderson, seconded by Vice Chair Ferry, with all in favor, the Board approved the Pristine proposal in the amount of $2,000.
NINTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Field Manager
A. Current Field Management Report
District Manager Teague reviewed the Field Management Report. The Board discussed the condition of the asphalt on Gator Palm, which was identified in the report as a potential future roadway resurfacing project.
Supervisor Anderson noted that the District Engineer’s 2025 opinion of probable cost for roadway resurfacing included Gator Palm, King Palm, Sugar Palm, and Queen Palm. The Board requested the Engineer to reevaluate the 2025 estimate and determine whether an updated assessment is warranted, as the project is anticipated for next year. It was noted that updated cost estimates and bids will need to be obtained in preparation for the project.
Vice Chair Ferry inquired about the exotic balsam apple vine identified near Lake 9, noting that the item had appeared on the report for several months. As the vegetation is located on the golf course, the Board questioned whether responsibility for remediation rests with the golf course and requested staff to follow up with Field Manager Pepin and/or Greg regarding treatment or removal.
B. Follow-up Items:
i. Visually Inspect All Stormwater Structures
FLGIS has completed all stormwater structure inspections except for submerged structures. Inspections are expected to resume in December once water levels have receded.
ii. Pristine – Littoral Request for Lake L-4
The littoral plants had been installed at Lake L-4. A follow-up inspection will be conducted during the next field inspection.
iii. Pristine – Miscellaneous Vegetation Items to Address
The vegetation along the fence line had been cut back. Compliance Manager Gindling noted that the work was completed pursuant to a proposal approved in July for trimming overgrown Brazilian pepper and other vegetation along the north side of the irrigation pond to relieve pressure on the fence, as well as trimming a willow tree limb and other overhanging branches. The contractor removed a greater amount of vegetation than anticipated.
iv. 2026 Concrete Pressure Cleaning
Triple Crown Pro-Wash remains onsite completing pressure cleaning of roadway gutters and curbs, while the sidewalks were completed approximately two weeks earlier. The contractor anticipates completing the work by the end of the week.
Vice Chair Ferry inquired about a section of curbing that had not yet been repaired, and District Manager Teague reported that the original contractor had been terminated and a new contractor had been retained to complete the repairs.
Supervisor Donaldson asked whether the Veranda parking lot is District owned, and staff will research the matter.
Kyle Roehm from Fountain Kings arrived at 8:37 a.m.
Kyle of Fountain Kings reported that all damaged aerators have been repaired and all open service tickets have been resolved. Minor repairs included replacing capacitors and repairing PVC fittings, and all systems are currently operational with no outstanding proposals or service items.
TENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS District Manager
A. Resolution 2026-08: Fiscal Year 2027 Meeting Schedule
The Board reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 meeting schedule. District Manager Teague explained that the annual meeting schedule would be advertised as a single exhibit rather than each meeting being advertised separately.
Chair Breisch expressed concern that the proposed March meeting date may conflict with the annual meeting. Supervisor Donaldson left the meeting at 8:51 a.m. and returned at 8:51 a.m. in an attempt to verify the annual meeting date but was unable to reach the office.
District Manager Teague advised that the Board could approve the schedule as presented and amend the March meeting date if necessary. Chair Breisch agreed to confirm the March meeting date following the meeting.
On MOTION by Vice Chair Ferry, seconded by Supervisor Donaldson, with all in favor, the Board approved Resolution 2026-08, adopting the meeting schedule for Fiscal Year 2027, with the March meeting date to be confirmed by Chair Breisch.
B. Resolution 2026-09: Fiscal Year 2027 Goals & Objectives
District Manager Teague explained that Resolution 2026-09 adopts the District’s goals and objectives for Fiscal Year 2027. The Board reviewed the proposed goals and objectives for the upcoming year.
On MOTION by Supervisor Donaldson, seconded by Supervisor Anderson, with all in favor, the Board approved Resolution 2026-09, establishing the Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Year 2027.
ELEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS H.O.A. Report
There was no HOA report.
TWELFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Supervisor Reports, Requests, and Comments
Chair Breisch reported that he had emailed District Manager Teague regarding a rattling manhole cover located at 11253 Wine Palm Road. He noted that the cover rattles when vehicles drive over it. Staff will investigate the issue with the city and provide a follow-up.
Chair Breisch reported that a resident Jim Wenke had drilled holes in the gutter in front of his residence to alleviate water ponding in the area. The Board requested Field Manager Pepin inspect the area and determine the appropriate corrective action. Staff will send a letter advising the resident that alterations to District property are not permitted.
Supervisor Donaldson reported that the sidewalk in front of her home has been sunken for several years, resulting in water ponding in the area. She expressed concern that the uneven sidewalk may create a tripping hazard. The Board requested Field Manager Pepin inspect the area and provide recommendations.
Supervisor Pastore requested consideration of installing a convex mirror near his residence on Washingtonia Palm at the first driveway north of Queen Palm, citing visibility and safety concerns when exiting his driveway. District Manager Teague recommended obtaining input from the Safety Committee before proceeding. Staff will also notify Field Manager Pepin and request his recommendation. Supervisor Pastore will follow up with the Safety Committee and report back to the Board.
A. Next Meeting Quorum Check
Chair Breisch advised that he would not be available for the next meeting. Supervisor Anderson confirmed that he would attend.
THIRTEENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS Audience Comments
There were no audience comments.