Coastal Advisory Committee (CAC)

This nine member committee was created on February 13, 2001 by Collier County Ordinance 2001-03(PDF, 219KB) . The committee assists the Board of County Commissioners with its establishment of unified beach erosion control and inlet management programs within the unincorporated and incorporated areas of Collier County.

The committee also advises the Board of County Commissioners and the Tourist Development Council (TDC) of project priorities with respect to funding sources that are available to Collier County for restoration and protection of its shoreline.

Selection for membership on this committee is based upon the applicant’s familiarity with coastal processes, inlet dynamics, coastal management programs, or demonstrated interest in such programs; relevant education and experience; leadership and involvement in community affairs; and willingness to attend meetings and to undertake and complete assignments.

The committee meets at 1 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month in the Board of County Commission Chambers located on the third floor, Collier County Government Center, 3299 Tamiami Trail E., Naples, Florida 34112.

Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee Rules and Procedures(PDF, 966KB)

Current Committee Members include:                   Term Exp:             

              City of Naples:

  • Joseph S. Burke - Chairman                    Exp. 05/22/2029                  
  • Dr. Judith Hushon                                          Exp. 05/22/2027  
  • Linda Penniman                                             Exp. 05/22/2028

               City of Marco Island:

  • Robert Roth                                                       Exp. 05/22/2028
  • Erik Brechnitz                                                   Exp. 05/22/2027
  • Daniel High                                                       Exp. 05/22/2029   

             Collier County: 

  • Dave J. Trecker - Vice Chairman            Exp. 05/22/2027
  • Bob Raymond                                                   Exp. 05/22/2029 
  • Thomas Sabourin                                           Exp. 05/22/2027