Renaissance Community Development District

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the Renaissance Community Development District was held on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. at The Club at Renaissance, 12801 Renaissance Way, Fort Myers, Florida, 33912 and via web conference.

Present and constituting a quorum were:

Doug Dickey – Chair
Linda Stuart – Vice Chair
Chris Bezaire – Assistant Secretary
Steve Epkins – Assistant Secretary
George Pattee – Assistant Secretary

Also present were:

Cal Teague – District Manager, Premier District Management (PDM)
Melissa Gindling – Assistant District Manager, PDM
Mandie Rainwater – Assistant District Manager, PDM
Brian Williams – Attorney, Cole, Scott & Kissane
Kyle Roehm – Fountain Kings
Darrin Mossing – Governmental Management Services

Attending remotely were:

Chris Pepin – Field Manager
Darrin Mossing, Jr. – Governmental Management Services
Keith Nelson – Governmental Management Services
Kevin Plenzler – PFM Financial Services
“SJ”

The Renaissance Community Development District meeting was called to order, and District Manager, Cal Teague, called the roll. Supervisors Dickey, Stuart, Bezaire, Pattee and Epkins were present. Also attending were Cal Teague, District Manager, Melissa Gindling, Assistant District Manager, Mandie Rainwater, Assistant District Manager, Brian Williams, Attorney, Kyle Roehm, Fountain Kings and Darrin Mossing, Governmental Management Services. Attending remotely were Chris Pepin, Field Manager, Darrin Mossing Jr. & Keith Nelson, Governmental Management Services, Kevin Plenzler, PFM Financial Services and “SJ.”

The Agenda was approved with two additions: 6B: Proposals for Fountain and Aerator Maintenance and 6C: Planting Proposal for Lake 9.

There were no audience comments.

A. Proposals for New O&M Assessment Methodology for FY 2027

i. Governmental Management Services Q&A at 9:05 a.m.

Darrin Mossing of Governmental Management Services (GMS) was present and provided an overview of his firm and proposal. The Board asked several questions, including whether GMS has performed assessment methodologies in Lee County. Mr. Mossing confirmed GMS has completed methodologies for six communities in Lee County and explained that the firm’s procedure includes development of a formal methodology report. He also discussed GMS’s experience with such reports and related litigation matters.

Mr. Mossing confirmed he would coordinate with the District Engineer and utilize all available resources in developing the methodology. It was noted that Darrin Mossing Jr. would prepare the report, with oversight and review by other GMS colleagues. Mr. Mossing explained that while the golf course was initially assessed for debt, it was not subsequently assessed for operations and maintenance. He further stated that ERUs would be used for this community and that a new methodology would be created.

Mr. Mossing confirmed that GMS has not had litigation related to its methodologies and advised that the report could be completed within approximately one month from the contract start date.

ii. PFM Financial Advisors Q&A at 9:20 a.m.

Kevin Plenzler of PFM Financial Advisors joined the meeting remotely and provided an overview of his firm and professional experience. The Board asked several questions, including the process for developing the report and PFM’s experience with similar reports and related litigation.

The Board and staff inquired about previous professional relationships and Mr. Plenzler replied they are professional.

The Board also asked how the golf course, which was not originally assessed for operations and maintenance at the commencement of the community, would be addressed in developing the methodology. Mr. Plenzler explained that all relevant information to date would be reviewed and that, if the golf course is currently within the District boundaries and has received or previously received a debt assessment, it is reasonable to conclude that it benefits from certain elements of the District’s operations and maintenance budget.

It was discussed that a draft report could be prepared within approximately 30 to 60 days, with the draft presented to the Board first. Mr. Plenzler also confirmed that he would work collaboratively with District management, the District Engineer, and legal counsel in developing the report.

Following completion of the ranking sheets, Governmental Management Services (GMS) received the highest ranking, and Mr. Mossing was invited back into the meeting.

District Manager Rainwater asked if the deliverable would be a methodology since the proposal indicated an analysis. Mr. Mossing indicated yes a methodology. The Board asked Mr. Mossing whether he would prepare a rough draft report. Mr. Mossing confirmed that a draft report would be presented first to allow verification of all facts and to incorporate guidance from District Counsel. It was also confirmed that Mr. Mossing would personally present the reports and that GMS would match the proposed price of $12,500.

B. Discussion on Irrigation Flush Proposal and Irrigation Responsibilities

Field Manager Pepin has spoken with Insight Irrigation about the request for the irrigation flush proposal. The proposal has not yet been received.

C. Lakes 10 and 18 Shoreline Restoration Proposal Follow-up

FM Pepin reported that three contractors have expressed interest in the project and have visited the sites to review conditions in advance of the Engineer’s plans. Engineer McCleary has completed surveys of the lakes, and once the plans are finalized, they will be distributed to the contractors for proposal submissions.

D. Encroachment Agreement with 12450 Vittoria Way Update

Attorney Williams is working on a letter to this homeowner regarding the encroachment.

A. Items to be Pulled for Discussion

No items were pulled for discussion.

B. Motion to Approve Consent Items

C. Consideration of Items Pulled for Discussion

D. Consent Items

i. Draft Regular Meeting Minutes for November 10, 2025     

ii. Financial Reports for November 2025     

iii. Project Tracking Log

A. Ratification of Proposals Signed Outside of Meeting:
i. Catch Basin and Washout Repair on Lake 11: $1,100

This repair was originally approved by the Board at the last meeting, before a price was acquired.

B. Proposals for Fountain and Aerator Maintenance

Renaissance is currently paying $4,970 annually to Pristine Lakes for fountain and aerator maintenance. Due to delays in recent repairs without improvement, FM Pepin requested proposals from Fountain Kings. Fountain Kings provided two options: a semi-annual service for $5,200 annually and a quarterly service for $6,700 annually. FM Pepin recommended the quarterly service, noting that any additional site visits between scheduled services would be free and that equipment is better maintained with quarterly rather than semi-annual servicing.

The Board directed that Fountain Kings begin services immediately, prior to the end of the termination period with Pristine Lakes.

C. Planting Proposal for Lake 9

FM Pepin presented a proposal for the installation of 230 plants along the shoreline and tee box area. The proposal includes pine straw, grasses, and golden canna, as well as pine straw for the Mall Loop berm, at a total cost of $2,040.

A. Field Manager’s Report

Field Manager Pepin reviewed his report, including:

• The lakes are in good shape for this time of year. The water levels are low, which will result in some of the littorals dying off.
• Chair Dickey reported observing golf course staff spraying littoral areas along Lake 1 with weed killer. Attorney Williams recommended documenting any resulting damage and sending a letter to the golf course to prevent a recurrence. Chair Dickey and FM Pepin were directed to obtain additional photographs and determine the substance that was applied.
• The Lake 10 fountain is currently inoperable and will be fitted with a new digital timer.
• Chair Dickey reported completing cleanup of chairs and trash previously observed along the shoreline.
• The washout at Lake 2 has been repaired, and sod installation at Lake 7 remains pending.
• Most invasive exotic vegetation has been removed from the preserves, with some cassia remaining.
• Stormwater structures were inspected and found to be in good condition.

B. Follow-up Items

i.  Lake 6 Shoreline Stabilization

Other than some remaining crushed shell in the vacant lot that requires cleanup, no further action is needed.

ii. Aerator Repairs

Most of the issues are still present. FM Pepin obtained an estimate to switch aerator and fountain maintenance companies in hopes to have quicker response time for repairs.             

iii. Fish Stocking

This should be completed by the end of the week.   

iv. Algae in Pond 11

A mixture of planktonic algae and pollen has accumulated at one end of the lake. It was noted that planktonic algae typically occurs throughout the water column rather than only on the surface, which suggests the presence of pollen as well. Pristine Lakes will install bacteria blocks in the lake to help reduce any existing muck, which may also assist in controlling planktonic algae if present. Additionally, significant rainfall would help disperse any algae and/or pollen currently on the surface.

v. Catch Basin Installation 

The drain pipes were installed on November 20, and the work appears satisfactory; however, during inspection, a mainline break was discovered in a nearby irrigation valve box, which caused an additional significant washout along the shoreline. Dale Daniels is repairing the mainline break and is expected to restore the affected shoreline. FM Pepin will monitor the repairs and restoration.

A. Discussion of Threatened Lawsuit Against PDM, Knott Ebelini Hart and Real Estate Econometrics

There was no update.

B. Letter to Attorney General’s Office Regarding Participation of Concert in Methodology Process

Attorney Williams indicated that he plans to complete his draft within this week.

C. Update on Lawsuit Between Concert and the HOA

Attorney Williams reported no report other than what is being sent in emails from Concert and the HOA.

Engineer McCleary was not present but informed staff that the lake surveys have been completed and that the cross sections will be finished this week. Once the cross sections are received, staff will finalize the request for proposals for the new lake restoration project.

Staff will inform Engineer McCleary that Governmental Management Services (GMS) has been retained to prepare the assessment methodology report and may require information from him to complete their work. It was also suggested that a recurring meeting be scheduled with staff to facilitate the exchange of any necessary information.

A. Cash Flow Update

District Manager Teague reported that as of November, the District is in good financial standing with the loan and it continues to have sufficient resources to operate.

B. Quorum Check: January 12, 2026

A quorum was confirmed for the January meeting.

Vice Chair Stuart asked about the holiday card sent by PDM, and it was confirmed that PDM sent the cards only to Supervisors (not the entire community), and postage was paid by PDM.

Supervisor Bezaire commented that he appreciates Attorney William’s comments and involvement with the O&M process. He also asked that GMS provide an update for the January meeting.

There were no audience comments.

Next Regular Meeting: January 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.