Resolution 152-2007
RESOLUTION NO.
152 - 2007
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
ENDORSING THE CANDIDACY OF THE HONORABLE
SANDRA E. TAYLOR, CIDEF JUDGE OF THE CIRCUIT
COURT FOR THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, FOR THE
VACANT POSITION ON THE THIRD DISTRICT COURT
OF APPEALS.
WHEREAS, Monroe County is one of only two counties within the jurisdiction of
the Third District Court of Appeals; and
WHEREAS, since its creation in 1957, no lawyer from Monroe County has ever
been appointed to serve as judge on the Third District Court of Appeals; and
WHEREAS, it is past time to correct this injustice, be it intentional or through
oversight; and
WHEREAS, due to the unique characteristics of the Keys and the unique nature
of legal issues facing the Keys and its citizens, many of which are cutting-edge issues
within Florida, particularly in the area of land use, affordable housing, and related issues,
it is imperative that those who sit in judgment over Keys cases have an informed
appreciation for both the Keys and its inhabitants; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Sandra E. Taylor, ChiefJudge of the Circuit Court for
the 16th Judicial Circuit in and for Monroe County, has served the citizens of Monroe
County with distinction for over 20 years as a County Court and Circuit Court Judge; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Sandra E. Taylor has submitted her application to
fulfill a vacancy currently existing on the Third District Court of Appeals; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable Sandra E. Taylor is well qualified to serve on the
Third District Court of Appeals;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, THAT:
I. The Judicial Nominating Commission for the Third District Court of Appeals
is respectfully requested to recommend the Honorable Sandra E. Taylor to the
Governor for appointment to fill the vacancy on the Third District Court of
Appeals; and
2. The Governor is respectfully requested to reject in its entirety any slate of
candidates to fill the current vacancy on the Third District Court of Appeals
that might be submitted by the Judicial Nominating Commission of the Third
District Court of Appeals if that slate that does not include the Honorable
Sandra E. Taylor; and
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3. The Governor is respectfully requested to appoint the Honorable Sandra E.
Taylor to fill the current vacancy on the Third District Court of Appeals; and
4. The Clerk of the Court for Monroe County is directed to immediately transmit
this Resolution forthwith to the Governor and to the Judicial Nominating
Commission for the Third District Court of Appeals.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe
County, Florida, at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 18th day of April, 2007.
Mayor Mario Di Gennaro
Mayor Pro Tern Dixie Spehar
Commissioner George Neugent
Commissioner Charles McCoy
Commissioner Sylvia Murphy
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
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STATE OF FLORIDA
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Monroe County Board of Commissioners
500 Whitehead Street, Suite 101
Key West, Florida 33040
Dear Commissioners:
Thank you for your recent Resolution No, 152-2007 recommending Judge Sandra
E. Taylor for a judicial appointment to the Third District Court of Appeal.
The task of selecting just one nominee is difficult. I carefully review all information
provided regarding each individual, so your input is appreciated.
I hope you will continue to stay active and involved in our appointments process.
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AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER