By David Feight, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online GSAC was pleased to host the Naples City Council Candidate Forum. The event was designed to engage community members in assessing the thoughts, priorities, and competency of Naples’ future leaders. On February 3, 2026, voters will decide on three at-large City Council seats, each for a [...]
By Pam Nicholls, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online Pelican Bay, Seagate, Park Shore, and Naples Cay residents have launched a petition against a proposed development of a three-acre water park at the Naples Grande Resort on Seagate Drive. They object to the project, which would see the existing tennis courts on the east [...]
By Pam Nicholls, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online The hum of traffic along the Tamiami Trail is ever-present, but it does not seem to bother the residents of The Naples Preserve. The 9 ½ acre scrub community, on the corner of US 41 and Fleishmann Blvd, is home to about one hundred gopher tortoises, [...]
By Stan Karpf, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online GSAC is a proud contributor to the Naples Police Department’s Operation Fill a Patrol Car toy drive, a charitable program that benefits needy children in our community. The program has been in operation since 2019, and this year marks the third year GSAC has proudly participated. [...]
By Stan Karpf, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online This fall, we all noticed a large FPL presence on Gulf Shore Blvd, which continues today. The GSAC Board has received numerous inquiries as to what is going on. The author of this article contacted Charlotte Miller, FPL External Affairs Manager for Southwest Florida, a longtime [...]
By Stan Karpf, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online Ty Ernst, long-time owner of T Michael’s Steak and Lobster House, again this year, is spreading holiday spirit by hosting his annual Christmas Party for the neighborhood. This year's party will be held on Saturday evening, December 20, from 5:30-8:30. Join Ty for an evening of [...]
By Stan Karpf, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online Your Boat Club, in what has become a holiday tradition, is once again offering GSAC members a 20% discount on all boat rentals from today until March 30, 2026. To receive this discount, you must present the promotion code GSAC20 as stated in the attached advertisement [...]
By David Feight, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online The holiday season is always a wonderful time to be in Naples. The weather is terrific and there are many, many events and places to visit and enjoy with family and friends. Here are just a few: Gulf Coast Big Band Concert December 21, 2025 at [...]
By Stan Karpf, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online As the holiday season arrives, Naples truly shines. Throughout our city, thoughtfully designed Christmas décor adds warmth, beauty, and festive cheer to our streets, parks, and public spaces. From elegant displays to twinkling lights, the decorations reflect the pride we take in our community and the [...]
Naples Police Department reports a total of 281 calls for service from the GSAC community during the period November 1, 2025, to November 30, 2025. The majority (128) were directed patrols. There were 22 medical emergencies and 16 parking violations. Six incident reports were filed: Fraud -3 Suspicious - 1 Theft - 1 Trespassing -1 [...]
