In support of GSAC’s mission of community education, we wanted to provide you some information about the November 3rd Naples Airport Authority Board election and the Candidates. Last June, Florida’s HR 4005 created a major governance shift for the Naples Airport Authority by replacing its long‑standing Naples City Council appointment system with a fully [...]
Sea turtle nesting season begins on May 1st and lasts until October 31st. During this time, sea turtles of various species visit the beaches of Collier County to lay their eggs and nest. GSAC is committed to monitoring this year's sea turtle hatchlings and reports on our coastlines to ensure our community is well-informed. If [...]
from The City of Naples Making A Positive Impact By Doing Our Part To date, our reports are showing a higher number of nests compared to false crawls, and your cooperation is a big reason why. On one of the City's beaches, what started as 25 lighting compliance cases has dwindled to just three - [...]
October 13, 2026 - Workshop Virtual - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Agenda | Featured Presentation: TBA November 13, 2026 - City of Naples Employee Appreciation Luncheon Baker Park - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm November 17, 2026 - Board Meeting Location: TBA - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Agenda | Featured Presentation: TBA December [...]
By David Feight, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online GSAC receives more email inquiries on the beach-walk every month than on any other topic. So, we will try to answer some of those questions here. As a starting point, and where there seems to be confusion, GSAC has no ownership interest in the beach-walk and [...]
By Pam Nicholls, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online The Harbour Dr - Crayton Road roundabout project has encountered a series of delays since its approval by the City Council in March. City Engineer Alison Bickett had originally anticipated that the construction contract would be approved by Council in June, allowing work to commence during [...]
By Pam Nicholls, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online Opponents of the proposed Clam Pass Cove waterpark at Naples Grande Resort received a significant boost last week in their efforts to safeguard property values and maintain their quality of life. On April 17, the Pelican Bay Foundation (PBF) filed an administrative appeal to challenge Collier [...]
By David Feight, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online The three concrete bases (plinths) that have recently been placed near 4400 GSBN form the foundation for a wonderful commissioned sculpture by the nationally recognized artist Herb Babcock that will be installed in the months ahead. Following a dedication in the fall, the sculpture will be [...]
By Stan Karpf, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online On a cool breezy winter day while walking the Boulevard along Venetian Bay, I noticed a gentleman walking in front of me who appeared to be picking up litter. As I approached him, I saw that’s exactly what he was doing. I stopped for a moment, [...]
By Stan Karpf, GSAC Board Member Submit questions or feedback online The summer of 2025 marked the inaugural year of the Naples Police Department's Soaring Eagles Youth Leadership Academy. Created to foster leadership, discipline, and positive relationships between local youth and law enforcement, the program quickly became a cornerstone of community outreach. Through hands-on activities, mentoring, and [...]
