MINUTES OF MEETING

FINLEY WOODS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' MEETING
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. Offices of Tommy Williams Homes 2563 SW 87th Drive, Suite 10
Gainesville, FL 32608

Board Members present at roll call:

Ginney Patterson Hank Taylor Cale Rogers Tonia Greve Derel Batsel

Chair
Assistant Secretary Vice Chair Assistant Secretary Assistant Secretary

Also Present:

Jane Gaarlandt	PFM Group Consulting LLC		
Kristin Lasky	PFM Group Consulting LLC		
Rick Montejano	PFM Group Consulting LLC	(via phone)	
Ayla Hart
Gary Griffin Andre A.	HOA
Bosshardt Finley Woods	
(via phone)	
Elizabeth Michaels	Homeowner		
Sabrina Rochelle	Homeowner		
Garth Michaels	Homeowner		
Eric Barkhurst
Debbie Frederick	Homeowner
Homeowner		
Lilly Saqib	Homeowner		
Chukwuka Onyewu	Homeowner		
Thao Ngyuen	Homeowner		

FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS	Call to Order and Roll Call

Ms. Gaarlandt called the Board of Supervisors Meeting to order at approximately 1:36 p.m. Those in attendance are outlined above.

SECOND ORDER OF BUSINESS	Public Comment Period

Ms. Gaarlandt reviewed the role of the Board members and their terms.

There were no further public comments.

THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS	Consideration of Minutes of the July 1, 2025, Board of Supervisors' Meeting

The Board reviewed the minutes.

On MOTION by Ms. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Batsel, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved the Minutes of the July 1, 2025, Board of Supervisors' Meeting.

FOURTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Consideration of Resolution 2025-09, Adopting the Annual Meeting Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

Ms. Gaarlandt reviewed the meeting schedule noting it anticipates continuing the current meeting schedule, however,. meetings can be changed or adjusted as needed. It was noted the meetings have to be held in Alachua County.

It was noted the Board sets the schedule for the meetings and the location may change in the future.

On MOTION by Mr. Batsel, seconded by Mr. Rogers, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved Resolution 2025-09, Adopting the Annual Meeting Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

FIFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Consideration of Resolution 2025-12, Adopting Goals, Objectives, and Performance Measures and Standards

Ms. Gaarlandt noted this is an annual statutory requirement and the report for the current year is posted on the District's Website by the end of the year.

The Board reviewed the goals and objectives. No changes were made at this time.

On MOTION by Mr. Batsel, seconded by Mr. Rogers, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved Resolution 2025-12, Adopting Goals, Objectives, and Performance Measures and Standards.

SIXTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Public Hearing on the Adoption of the District's Annual Budget
Public Comments and Testimony
Board Comments
A. Consideration of Resolution  2025-
10, Adopting the
Fiscal Year 2026 Budget	and Appropriating Funds

Ms. Gaarlandt noted the Public Hearing was noticed per statutory requirements.

On MOTION by Mr. Rogers, seconded by Ms. Patterson, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District opened the Public Hearing on the Adoption of the District's Annual Budget.

A resident had a question regarding the landscape maintenance of the common areas. Ms. Patterson noted that the HOA has been in charge of those common areas, but they are being transferred to the COD for maintenance. Ms. Rigoni noted that there is a cost share agreement in place between the HOA and the COD in order to have one landscape provider. The District will now be directly taking on maintaining those areas, but this is not a new expense for the District. There was a discussion regarding the scope of work for the phases.

There was brief discussion regarding the Phase 3 amenities. It was noted they will begin construction next week and it will be a part of the area that the HOA maintains.

There was also brief discussion regarding the landscape maintenance cost for Phase 3 and the Developer for each phase.

Another resident had a comment regarding the landscaping for Phase 1C. It was noted that the COD only pays for the common areas, and the HOA pays for the front lawn portions.

A resident had a comment regarding the landscaping budget. The budget includes Phase 1C and
2. It was noted the Developer pays for Phase 3 as it is not developed yet. Ms. Patterson noted that the common areas are mowed every two weeks.

A resident has a comment regarding the maintenance of the walking path areas. She noted they need to be maintained better.

There were no further public comments at this time.

Ms. Gaarlandt noted this is the same budget as the proposed budget previously reviewed by the Board.

There were no further Board comments at this time.

On MOTION by Mr. Rogers, seconded by Mr. Batsel, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved Resolution 2025-10, Adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Appropriating Funds.

On MOTION by Ms. Rogers, seconded by Ms. Patterson, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District closed the Public Hearing on the Adoption of the District's Annual Budget.

SEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS		Public Hearing on the Imposition of Special Assessments
Public Comments and Testimony
Board Comments
A. Consideration of Resolution 2025-11, Adopting		an Assessment Roll for Fiscal Year 2026, and Certifying Special Assessments	for Collection

Ms. Gaarlandt noted the Public Hearing was noticed per statutory requirements.

On MOTION by Mr. Rogers, seconded by Ms. Greve, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District opened the Public Hearing on the Imposition of Special Assessments.

A resident asked for clarification regarding the assessments. It was noted there were previously a Developer contribution that is no longer part of the budget.

There was discussion regarding the special assessments and the large increase. The residents expressed their concern. It was noted these are on the tax roll and are set by the COD budget. It was also noted there are two parts to the tax roll, which include the COD Operations and Maintenance assessment and the Debt Service assessment, which goes toward the bond.

There was also discussion regarding the delineation between the COD and the HOA.

Another resident expressed her concern with the grading and footage of properties. It was noted the properties were sold to the Developer as is.

Ms. Gaarlandt reviewed the changes in the budget from last year to the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. She noted there are few changes, except for the landscaping. The main change is due to the removal of the Developer contributions. Details of the COD Operations and Maintenance budget was provided.

There was continued discussion regarding the cost of homes vs. the cost of assessments.

A resident had a comment regarding the signage for Phase 2, near the road. He noted it cannot be seen at night and requested for the sign to have lighting. It was noted this would have to be added to the budget. Ms. Gaarlandt noted it could be taken from reserves. Ms. Patterson will follow up.
There were no further public comments at this time. There were no further Board comments at this time.

On MOTION by Mr. Rogers, seconded by Ms. Greve, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved Resolution 2025-11, Adopting an Assessment Roll for Fiscal Year 2026, and Certifying Special Assessments for Collection.

On MOTION by Ms. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Batsel, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District closed the Public Hearing on the Imposition of Special Assessments.

EIGHTH ORDER OF BUSINESS		Review and Consideration of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Funding Agreement

Ms. Gaarlandt reviewed the funding agreement and noted this would be for the Phase 3 landscaping, if needed.

Ms. Rigoni noted the agreement has been provided to the Developer and recommended approving it in substantial form.

On MOTION by Mr. Rogers, seconded by Mr. Batsel, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Funding Agreement, in substantial form, with authorization for final execution by the ChairNice Chair.

NINTH ORDER OF BUSINESS		Consideration of Termination of Cost Share Agreement between the District and the Finley Woods Owners' Association, Inc. for Maintenance Services
Authorization	for District Staff to Solicit Landscape Maintenance Proposals

Ms. Gaarlandt reviewed the agreement.

Mr. Rigoni gave an overview of the process and noted there has to be at least a 30-day notice given for termination.

It was noted that District Management would solicit proposals, which will be brought back for the Board's review at the next meeting. The Board agreed the transition should happen in the new fiscal year.

This item was deferred to the next meeting.

TENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Ratification of the Amended and Restated Engineering Service Agreement

Ms. Gaarlandt reviewed the agreement and noted this is the final agreement.

On MOTION by Ms. Patterson, seconded by Mr. Rogers, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District ratified the Amended and Restated Engineering Service Agreement.

ELEVENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Consideration of Work Product Acquisition for the Series 2020 Project
A. Resolution 2025-05, Authorizing    DSRF

Release Requisition 2020)

and (Series

Ms. Rigoni noted there is no update at this time. She will follow up with the District Engineer. This item was deferred to the next meeting.

TWELFTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Consideration	of Recommendation of the Auditor Selection Committee

Ms. Gaarlandt noted that Grau & Associates was ranked highest by the Auditor Selection Committee. Staff will reach out to Grau for the Auditor Engagement Letter.

On MOTION by Mr. Rogers, seconded by Mr. Batsel, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved the Recommendation of the Auditor Selection Committee.

THIRTEENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Consideration	of	Funding Request No. 86-88

The Board reviewed the funding requests.

Ms. Gaarlandt noted these are for standard District expenses.

On MOTION by Mr. Rogers, seconded by Ms. Patterson, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District approved Funding Request No. 86-88.

FOURTEENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Review of Monthly Financials

The Board reviewed the monthly financials as of June 30, 2025. No action was required by the Board.

FIFTEENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Other Business

Staff Reports

District Counsel - District Engineer - District Manager -

No Report.

No Report.

Ms. Gaarlandt noted the next Board meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2025. The meeting can be cancelled or rescheduled, as needed.

SIXTEENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Supervisor	Requests	and Audience Comments

A resident had a comment regarding the budget. It was noted any leftover monies are carried forward to the next year for the District's O&M budget. Ms. Rigoni gave an overview of the budget creation process. There was discussion regarding the surplus.

Ms. Gaarlandt noted the assessments can vary depending on the District's budgeted needs. There was continued discussion regarding the budget.

Mr. Montejano noted any questions regarding the financials can be directed to him via email. He noted the balance sheet is available every month.

There were no further Supervisor requests or audience comments.

SEVENTEENTH ORDER OF BUSINESS	Adjournment

On MOTION by Ms. Patterson, seconded by Ms. Greve, with all in favor, the Board of Supervisors for the Finley Woods Community Development District adjourned the August 5, 2025, Board of Supervisors' Meeting.

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