VILLAGEWALK OF BONITA SPRINGS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

LEE COUNTY Regular Board Meeting
JANUARY 20, 2026
3:00 P.M.

Special District Services, Inc.
27499 Riverview Center Boulevard, #253 Bonita Springs, FL 33134

www.villagewalkofbonitaspringscdd.org 561.630.4922 Telephone 877.SDS.4922 Toll Free 561.630.4923 Facsimile

AGENDA VILLAGEWALK OF BONITA SPRINGS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
Town Center at VillageWalk of Bonita Springs 15321 Latitude Drive
Bonita Springs, Florida 34135
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
January 20, 2026
3:00 p.m.

Call to Order
Proof of Publication…	Page 1
Establish Quorum
Additions or Deletions to Agenda
Comments from the Public for Items on the Agenda
Approval of Minutes
December 16, 2025 Regular Board Meeting	,Page 2
New Business
HOA Report Discussion…	Page 6
Water Quality Report Follow-Up with KW
Old Business
Tilapia Removal Update – Gregory Janiec
Administrative Reports
Manager’s Report
Next Meeting Date – February 17, 2026
Engineer’s Report
CDD Ownership Map Update…	Page 10
Attorney’s Report
Comments from the Public for Items Not on the Agenda
Board Member Comments
District Engineer RFQ Status – Ellabarger…	Page 15
Adjourn

Publication Date 2026-01-09

Subcategory Miscellaneous Notices

VILLAGEWALK OF BONITA SPRINGS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
NOTICE OF REGULAR BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
The Board of Supervisors (Board) of the VillageWalk of Bonita Springs Community Development District (District) will hold a Regular Board of Supervisors Meeting on January 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Town Center at VillageWalk of Bonita Springs located at 15321 Latitude Drive, Bonita Springs, Florida 34135 where the Board may consider any business that may properly come before it. A copy of the agenda may be obtained at the offices of the District Manager, Special District Services, Inc., 27499 Riverview Center Blvd., #253, Bonita Springs, Florida 34134, (941) 786-3726 (District Managers Office), during normal business hours, or by visiting the Districts website at www.villagewalkbonitaspringscdd.org.
The meeting is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. The meeting may be continued to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record at the meeting. There may be occasions when Board Supervisors or District Staff may participate by speaker telephone.
Any person requiring special accommodations at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the District Managers Office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1, or 1-800-955-8771 (TTY)
/ 1-800-955-8770 (Voice), for aid in contacting the District Managers Office.
Each person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the meeting is advised that person will need a record of proceedings and that accordingly, the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based.
Meetings may be cancelled from time to time without advertised notice. Kathleen Meneely
District Manager
VILLAGEWALK OF BONITA SPRINGS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
www.villagewalkbonitaspringscdd.org January 9,2026 11953563

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VILLAGEWALK OF BONITA SPRINGS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT REGULAR BOARD MEETING DECEMBER 16, 2025

CALL TO ORDER

The December 16, 2025, Regular Board Meeting of the Village Walk Community Development District (the “District”) was called to order at 3:00 p.m. at the Town Center at VillageWalk of Bonita Springs located at 15321 Latitude Drive, Bonita Springs, Florida 34135.

PROOF OF PUBLICATION

Proof of publication was presented that notice of the Regular Board Meeting had been published in the Naples Daily News on December 5, 2025, as legally required.

ESTABLISH A QUORUM

A quorum was established with the following Supervisors present:

Chairperson	Greg Janiec	Present	
Vice Chairman	Jerry Robinson	Present via phone	
Supervisor	Dan Ellabarger	Present	
Supervisor	JB Schuetz	Present	
Supervisor	Clay Robinson	Present	

Staff members in attendance were:

District Manager	Kathleen Meneely	Special District Services, Inc.	
General Counsel	Wes Haber (via phone)	Kutak Rock	
District Engineer	Chris Wright	RWA, Inc.	

Also present were the following:

Kara Blewett – Town Manager Randy VanAlstine - HOA

ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA

There were no additions or deletions to the agenda.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA

There were no comments from the public for items not on the agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
November 18, 2025, Regular Board Meeting

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Mr. Janiec asked that the last sentence in Item H.1. read "…concluded that the CDD Board has completed their obligations on this project unless the HOA is required to request the approval of new littoral locations or requests specific technical assistance from the CDD Board."

He also asked that G2, the Review of the Engineering RFQ, include - Add "description of projects of similar size and scope."

Mr. Schuetz stated that under Item G the word diffusers should be “compressors.”

A motion was made by Mr. Janiec, seconded by Mr. C. Robinson and passed unanimously approving the minutes of the November 18, 2025, Regular Board Meeting, as amended.

NEW BUSINESS
HOA Report Discussion

Mr. Schuetz thanked Ms. Blewett, stating that what was sent this month was the best communication the Board has had as of yet. Ms. Blewett handed out a map which the Board asked if the engineer’s map could be used in the future so that everyone was working off the same information. Mr. VanAlstine stated that if they received a copy, he would put it in the conference room. Mr. Wright stated he would bring copies in January and would also send electronic copies. Mr. Ellabarger stated it had been a great collaborative effort on the map, and the bridge numbers were appreciated. Mr. Wright stated that all records would go to Ms. Meneely when he resigns. Mr. Janiec stated that he would get together with Ms. Blewett on the water report.
Mr. Schuetz then handed out a map of the littoral plantings. Mr. C. Robinson asked how the plants were growing and Mr. Schuetz stated it was a slow process, but they were growing. He also stated that there were to be 575 plants per location and there was not near that number. Mr. Janiec pointed out that at the last meeting it was determined that the District’s role had been completed. Mr. Schuetz stated that he disagreed and felt that helping the HOA, so the vendor knows we are watching, and to stay on task. Mr. VanAlstine commented on the number of plants, noting that he would check the invoices on what was charged and see if the community was short-changed or if some had been lost. Mr. J. Robinson stated that he would like to piggyback Mr. Janiec’s comments, stating that this was an HOA project and the success or failure fell on them. He continued that the District would not oversee the project but could make suggestions but then must step back. Mr. Janiec asked if the HOA was requesting assistance. Mr. VanAlstine stated they could fix it if needed, as Advanced Aquatics had been very responsive during the project.

Mr. Ellabarger made a motion designating Mr. Schuetz as the contact from the District and as an expert on this item. The motion failed for lack of a second.

Mr. Ellabarger then suggested that Mr. Schuetz be designated as liaison for the littorals in an advisory capacity, if requested by the HOA. Mr. VanAlstine stated that he would still like to work with Mr. Schuetz even if it is not formalized.
Water Quality Report Follow-Up with KW

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OLD BUSINESS

There was no Old Business to come before the Board.

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
Manager’s Report

Ms. Meneely noted that the next meeting was scheduled for January 20, 206.

Engineer’s Report
CDD Ownership Map Update
Mr. Wright stated there were a few things Mr. Ellabarger had mentioned during the last meeting that had been cleaned up. Regarding combining Parcels 1 & 18, he noted that the property appraiser’s website and the plots show that as separate so keep it like that as it is not worth the cost to administratively change nor is there any value to change.

Mr. Ellabarger asked about the walk paths between homes in Parcel 14 and Mr. Wright indicated he would review it. Mr. Ellabarger asked about the parcel numbers on Bonita Beach Road noting that they were 19 and are now 17. Mr. Wright stated he was sure they had a reason for that and to keep at 14. Mr. Ellabarger summarized that after Mr. Wright checks out the walk paths in Parcel 14, the map will be good to go. Mr. Janiec asked for the map as a CAD file and Mr. Wright indicated he could provide it in that format. Mr. Janiec asked about receiving an electronic copy of the lake bank inspection report and Mr. Wright noted that all of that would be in the records transfer when the time comes. Ms. Meneely pointed out that when engineers turn over in districts, they are used to working together with the new engineers and the records generally transfer seamlessly.

Update on RWA Transition Items
Mr. Wright stated that he would definitely work with the next District Engineer and sit down with them, noting that it was not a complicated process. He furthered that he was in no rush to exit so when the time comes, he will help out. He continued that he did not have a resignation date and planned to stay on until we have a new engineer.

Attorney’s Report

There was no Attorney’s Report at this time.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
There were no comments from members of the public for items not on the agenda.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
District Engineer RFQ Status - Ellabarger
Mr. Ellabarger asked for clarity on the process. Ms. Meneely explained that once Mr. Wright submits his resignation then the RFQ will be published and the responders will be given time to
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respondents pursuant to the Florida Statutes and authorize staff to negotiate with the highest ranking firm. If successful, an agreement will be brought back to the Board for consideration. There was general discussion on the evaluation criteria with Mr. Haber noting that there were commonly used weights. Mr. Janiec volunteered to do so in between meetings as he has done numerous types of similar processes.

A motion was made by Mr. C. Robinson, seconded by Mr. Schuetz and passed unanimously authorizing Mr. Janiec to review the point ranking system after the start of the new year.

Littoral Plant Watering Discussion

Mr. Ellabarger asked if conservation measures should be taken by the District with the water level so low. He also noted that some of the littorals looked stressed and Mr. Schuetz advised that they were in a recovery situation because they were harvested which destroys the root system. He further noted that this was a good time to plant but they would remain dormant for a while.

Mr. J. Robinson mentioned that over the last 10 years, when diffusers leaked they were cut out and patched. He suggested a program that when repairs take place that a section of line is added so that it results in being in the deeper parts of the lake.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion was made by Mr. Janiec, seconded by Mr. C. Robinson and passed unanimously adjourning the Regular Board Meeting at 4:01 p.m.

Secretary/Assistant Secretary	Chair/Vice-Chair

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Village Walk of Bonita Springs Fountain Inspection Report
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Reason for Inspection:
Quality Assurance

Inspection Date:
1/6/2026
Prepared by:

Shyloe R. Walker, Aeration Manager

www.AdvancedAquatic.com lakes@advancedaquatic.com
292 S. Military Trail, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Locations in: Deerfield Beach, Fort Myers, Port St. Lucie, and Clearwater/Tampa 1-800-491-9621
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East Fountain
Comments and Pictures:	Control Panel-Before Cleaning-After Cleaning-Operational

Today I pressure cleaned the fountain and the intake I also checked the control panel and made sure that everything was operating correctly. No issues were found during this inspection and cleaning.
Timer settings are 7am to 11pm

www.AdvancedAquatic.com lakes@advancedaquatic.com
292 S. Military Trail, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Locations in: Deerfield Beach, Fort Myers, Port St. Lucie, and Clearwater/Tampa 1-800-491-9621
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West Fountain
Comments and Pictures:	Control Panel-Before Cleaning-After Cleaning-Operational

Today I was on site to do a quarterly fountain cleaning and maintenance check.
I started by checking the control panel looking for any issues, and I’m happy to say that none were found. How ever after I pressure cleaned the fountain and the intake I did find that one light had fell off the fountain. I was able to retrieve it and reinstall it back on the fountain. This fountain is working correctly and no other issues were found.
Timer settings are 7am to 11pm

www.AdvancedAquatic.com lakes@advancedaquatic.com
292 S. Military Trail, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Locations in: Deerfield Beach, Fort Myers, Port St. Lucie, and Clearwater/Tampa 1-800-491-9621
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Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 12:27 PM
To: Kathleen Meneely <kmeneely@sdsinc.org>
Subject: Re: CDD Report

Hi Kathleen,

Here is additional information from Ad. Aq on the reported Aerators:

"I did look at 15 in December and made some a 15, which is currently running on 1 compressor am waiting on a warranty compressor to be delivered any day.
I adjusted 19 and had all the diffusers working. Cabinet 11, I replaced 6ft of broken airline.
I also adjusted on 10."

Kara Blewett, LCAM
General Manager

KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING
VillageWalk Bonita Springs 15291 Latitude Drive Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239-319-0779

From: Kara Blewett <kblewett@kwpmc.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 5:48 PM To: Kathleen Meneely <kmeneely@sdsinc.org> Subject: CDD Report

Hi Kathleen,
I am including our most recent quarterly Lake Fountain cleaning report for CDD's viewing.

As of 1/6, I have reported the following aerators to Adv. Aq, for re-inspection. Upon completion of our internal inspection on 1/5, we found they were either "low" or not bubbling.
5-3 and 5-6
10-1 and 10-3
14-4
15-5, 15-4 and 15-2
We have also initiated an exotics and Brazilian Pepper cleanup along the lake banks which will begin the last week of January. Ad. Aquatic will do the removal of the exotics, and landscaping team will dispose of the debris.

Once the CDD has selected a new preferred engineer, I would love to initiate another erosion study in 2026.

Thank you,
Kara Blewett, LCAM
General Manager
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CDD OWNERSHIP MAP OPEN ITEMS

Bone Fish Trail Walk Path with Lake Access

Parcel 18 Description

Confirm Village Walk Perimeter Ownership

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Email from RWA (dated 17 Dec 2025) indicates the Bone Fish Trail “sliver” (walk path with lake access) does not exist per actual CAD plat
	On site tour of Bone Fish Trail indicates that the “sliver” does exist
	Action:  Should the Bone Fish Trail “sliver” be a separate parcel or part of 14?

	

BONE FISH TRAIL “SLIVER”
Walk Path with Lake Access	3

2

Action:  RWA to add description of Parcel 18 to the “CDD Ownership Summary of Findings” addendum dated 7 Aug 2025:

“Parcel 18 is represented as a separate tract by the Property Appraiser”
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3

D.

B.

A.

C.

Inside east wall (Parcel 13?)
Inside west wall (should it be consistent with Parcel 13?)
Outside West Wall (Ownership to middle of storm ditch?)
Outside north wall (Parcel 19):
How far north?
Legend color incorrect	5

RFQ CHRONOLOGY

RWA Resignation	Date?

RFQ Released	Jan (EOM)

RFQ(s) Received	Feb (EOM) Presentation(s) / Selection in CDD	Mar 17 Meeting

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