MINUTES OF MEETING

NORTH RIVER RANCH IMPROVEMENT STEWARDSHIP DISTRICT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 1:15 p.m. 8141 Lakewood Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34202

Board Members present via phone or in person: Pete Williams	Chairperson
Janice Snow	Vice Chairperson
John Blakley	Assistant Secretary Dale Weidemiller Assistant Secretary John Leinaweaver  Assistant Secretary

(via phone @1:20 p.m.)

Also present:
Vivian Carvalho	PFM Group Consulting LLC - District Manager Kwame Jackson	PFM Group Consulting LLC - ADM
Amanda Lane	PFM Group Consulting LLC - District Accountant Johnathan Johnson	 Kutak Rock - District Counsel
Rob Engel	 Stantec - District Engineer Tom Panaseny	 Neal Communities- Developer Jim Schier	Neal Communities - Developer John McKay	 J.H. McKay, LLC-Consultant
Andy Richardson	Neal Land & Neighborhoods - Developer Tyree Brown	 Arborist
Jeff Ramer	Field Services Operation Manager Cori Morgan	 Lifestyle Director
Brightview Landscape Representatives Various audience members present

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FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS		Administrative Matters Call to Order and Roll Call
The Board of Supervisors' Meeting of the North River Ranch ISO was called to order at 1:17 p.m.

Ms. Carvalho proceeded with roll call and confirmed quorum to proceed with the meeting. Those in attendance are outlined above either in person or via speakerphone.

Public Comment Period Brightview introduced themselves and gave an overview of their landscaping services. There were no further public comments at this time.
Consideration of Stantec Letter of
Recommendation for Zones 3 and
7	Landscape	&	Irrigation Maintenance Services Vendors

This item was moved to the first item within the agenda.

Mr. Engel gave an overview of the RFP and the seven proposals received. These proposals were received on March 13th, 2027.

The Evaluation Committee met on March 18th, 2027. Mr. Engel reviewed the evaluation criteria and rankings. The recommendation is to award Zone 3 to Impact Landscaping and Irrigation in the amount of $206,774.10 (this includes parts 1-4), and to award Zone 7 to Steadfast Alliance in the amount of $160,506.00.

Mr. Brown reviewed the reasoning for needing landscaping within Zones 3 and 7. It was noted Zone 3 was being serviced by the previous vendor and Zone 7 was being serviced by a temporary vendor.

ON MOTION by Mr. Williams, seconded by Mr. Leinaweaver, with all in favor, the Board approved the Stantec Letter of Recommendation for Zones 3 and 7 Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Services Vendors, and authorized the Chair to have final agreement execution.

Consent Agenda
Minutes of the March 11,
2026,	Board	of Supervisors' Meeting
Florida Environmental Proposal for Phase 2 Lake 3 Littoral Plantings
Impact Proposal for Fort Hamer Berm Gap Plantings
Impact Proposal for Little River Way Berm Plantings
Lewis	Consulting Proposal for Surveillance Camera Rental
Maddtraxx Proposal for 4C-1 Model Row Sidewalk

Maddtraxx Proposal for Phase 2 Tree Removal at Little River Way
Maddtraxx Proposal for Riverfield Ditch Clearing
Maddtraxx Proposal for Wildleaf Wetland Tree Work
Premier Outdoor Lighting Proposal for Monument Repairs
S&G Pools Proposal for Brightwood	Pool Phosphate and Filter Replacement
S&G Pools Proposal for Riverfield Pool Phosphate and Filter Replacement
Stantec Letter of Recommendation for Contractor for Phase IV-C2
Symbiont	Service Proposal for Pool Heater Maintenance Plan
Yellowstone Proposal for Fort Hamer Median Plant Replacements
Yellowstone Proposal for Richmond Trail Sabal Palm Replacement
Yellowstone Proposal for Vibernum Replanting on Wappinger Way
Yellowstone Proposal for Additional Vibernum Replanting on Wappinger Way	-
Payment  Authorizations
Nos. 168 - 170
Funding Requests Nos.
657-669
District	Financial Statements

The Board reviewed the items.

ON MOTION by Mr. Williams, seconded by Ms. Snow, with all in favor, the Board approved the Consent Agenda Items 1 - 21.

SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS	Business Matters

Consideration of Including Street Sweeping on O&M Budget for Remaining FY 2026 and Future Budgets

Ms. Carvalho gave an overview and noted this project usually takes place when construction is happening.

Mr. Williams noted this can be included in the current fiscal year's budget and moving forward.

There was brief discussion regarding clarifying the line item and the timing of the street sweeping. It was noted this can be done regularly within the community.

ON MOTION by Mr. Williams, seconded by Ms. Snow, with all in favor, the Board approved Including Street Sweeping on O&M Budget for Remaining FY 2026 and Future Budgets.

Driggers Engineering Proposal for Phase 4-C2 Testing, Engineering & Inspection Services

Mr. Engel gave an overview of the proposal in the amount of $79,580.00. It was noted this is a reasonable amount.

ON MOTION by Mr. Williams, seconded by Mr. Blakeley, with all in favor, the Board approved the Driggers Engineering Proposal for Phase 4-C2 Testing, Engineering and Inspection Services.

THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS		Other Business Staff Reports
District Counsel -	No report.

District Engineer -

District Manager -

Mr. Engel noted the proposals for the construction of Phase 4C-2 regarding the earthwork. The Chair has signed the proposal.

Ms. Carvalho noted the next meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2026, at 1:15 p.m., at the current location. This will be the preliminary budget meeting.

Field Operations Manager - No report.

Lifestyle Director -	Ms. Snow noted it has been a great month with a great Spring
Saturday event. Ms. Morgan noted the Canteen is fully stocked.

Audience	Comments	and Supervisor Requests

Mr. Jackson gave an update on the off-duty sheriff patrols regarding improper use of the event field and e-bike issues on the shell path. The reports note there have so far been 10 visits to those locations. There have been no recent violations. Ms. Carvalho noted this will be discussed within the budget FY 2027 budget.

There was brief discussion regarding the FY2027 budget.

There were no further audience comments or Supervisor requests at this time.

FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Adjournment

There was no further business to be discussed.

ON MOTION by Mr. Williams, seconded by Mr. Leinaweaver, with all in favor, the April 8th, 2026, Board of Supervisor's Meeting for the North River Ranch Improvement Stewardship District was adjourned at 1:45 p.m.

Secretary / Assistant Secretary	Chairperson / Vice Chairperson