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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY 3 :OOP M
Meeting Date: January 16, 2014 Division: public Works/ Engineering
Bulls Item: Yes No X Department: Wastewater
StaEContac-t Pa-, on Phone 4 : Tina L.o Saow/ ext. 6051
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval of a resolution renewing the intent to use the uniform method
to collect non -ad valorem special assessments toward the cost of providing wastewater utility services to
properties on Stock Island, Key Haven, Big Coppitt Lower Sugarloaf through Big fine Key, No Name
Key, bong Key, Duck Key excluding Indies Islands and three parcels on Boca Chica.
ITEM BACKGROUND: Under F-S. 197.3632(3)(a), the public hearing must be held by January 1, or,
if the Tax Collector, Property Appraiser and County agree, by March 1, with a copy of the resolution
mailed, once adopted, to the Tax Collector, Property Appraiser and Florida Department of Revenue by
March 10. Copies of the consent letters from the Tax Collector and Property Appraiser are attached as
back up. A notice of the public hearing has been advertised for four consecutive weeks. This resolution
protects the option for levying the assessments using this method in October 2014.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: On December 20, 2006, the BOCC approved Resolution
No. 635 -2006, stating the County's intent to use the uniform method of collecting non -ad valorem
assessments in Duck Key, Cudjoe- Sammerland, Big Coppitt and Stock Island Phase I1. On November
20, 2007, the BOCC approved Resolution No. 568 -2007, with a notice of intent for the non -ad valorem
assessment program for properties in Lower Sugarloaf through Big Pine Keys, and Long Key, but the
assessment levy was delayed pending completion of the funding plan. On .December 17, 2008, the
BOCC approved a similar resolution 515 -2008 for Key Haven, Lower Sugarloaf through No Name Key,
and Lang Key. On December 16, 2009, the BOCC approved Resolution No. 463 -2009, for Key Haven,
Lower Sugarloaf through Big Pine Key, and Long Key. On December 15, 2010, the BOCC approved
resolution 469 -2010 for Key haven, Lower Sugarloaf through No Name Key, Long Key, and three
parcels on Boca Chica, including assessments for both central sewer service and optional service for
onsite systems in areas to which central sewers will not be provided. On December 14, 2011, the BOCC
approved Resolution No. 440b -2011 stating the County's intent to use the uniform method of collecting
non -ad valorem assessments on Key Haven, Lower Sugarloaf through Big Pine Key, No Name Key,
Long Key and three parcels on Boca Chica, including assessments for both central sewer service and
optional service for onsite systems in areas to which central sewers will not be provided. On January 16,
2013 the BOCC approved Resolution No. 017 -2013, stating the County's intent to use the uniform
method of collecting non -ad valorem assessments in Stock Island, Key Maven, Big Coppitt, Lower
Sugarloaf through Big Pine Key, No Name Key, Long Key, Buck Key and for three parcels on Boca
Chica, including assessments for both central sewer service and optional service for onsite systems in
areas to which central sewers will not be provided.
CONTRACUAGREEMENT CHANGES - NA
DOCUMENTATION: Included Not Required
DISPOSITION: AGEN
WHEREAS, Monroe County, Florida (the ^Cmmnty)is contemplating the imposition
of special assessments for the provision nf wastewater utility services; and
WHEREAS, the County intends Um use the uniform method for collecting non-ad
valorem special assessments for the cost ofproviding wastewater utility services,
including both central sewer service and optional service for onsite systems in areas to
which central sewers will not be provided, for properties im Stock |a|an4 Key Haxen, Big
CmppiM. Lower Sugarloaf through Big Pine Key, No Name Key, Long Key, Duck Key
excluding Indies Islands and three parcels on Boca Chica, authorized by section
197.3832. Florida Gta1u0es, as mmnended, because this method will allow such special
assessments to be collected annually commencing in October 2014, in the same manner
as provided for ad valorem taxes; and
WHEREAS, the County previously held public hearings in the past seven years,
adopting resolution Nos. 635'2U00.5O8-20O7.515'20O8.403'20O9.46A-2010.44Ob-
2011 and U17-2U13;and
WHEREAS, the BOCC held a duly advertised public hearing prior to the adoption
of this Resolution, proof of publication of which being attached hereto as Exhibit A;
MOVVTHEREFOREBE|TRESOLVEDBYTHEBDAR0OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OFMONRQE COUNTY, FLORIDA:
Section 1, Commencing with the fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2014, the
County intends to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments
authorized in section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, as amended, for collecting non-ad
valorem assessments for the cost of providing wastewater utility services. Such non-ad
valorem assessments mheD be levied within Stock Island, Key Haven, Big Coppitt, Lower
Sugarloaf through Big Pine Key, No Name Key, Long Key, Duck Key and three parcels
on Boca Chica, including assessments for both central sewer service and optional
service for onsite systems in areas to which central sewers will not be provided. A legal
description of each area subject to the assessment is attached hereto as Exhibit B and
incorporated by reference-
Section 2.The County hereby determines that the levy of the assessments ia
needed to fund the cost of wastewater utility services within the geographic areas
described above.
Section 3., Upon adoption, the County Clerk is hereby directed to send a copy of
this Resolution by United States maU1utheF|ohdaDepertmemtofRovemue.th*&4omroe
County Tax Collector, and the Monroe County Property Appraiser by March 10, 2014.
Section 4.This Resolution shall bo effective upon adoption
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board uf County Commissioners ofMonroe
County, Florida, at a regular meeting of the Board held on the 16th day of January, 2014.
Mayor Sylvia Murphy
Mayor Pro Tern Danny Ko|hage
Commissioner Heather Carruthers
Commissioner George Neugont
Commio|mmer David Rice
Attest: AMY HEAV|L!N.CLERK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
UFMONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Deputy Clerk
By:
Mayor
MONROE (", - TAF 0 N A'
A. ROVF-DA
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EXHIBIT
PROOF OFPUBLICATION
(copy of legal notice as submitted to the media; proof of publication to be inserted upon receipt
after final publication)
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Mayor Sylvia I Murphy, District 5
Uounty of Monroe Mayor Pro Tem Danny Kolhage, District t
? George Neugent, District 2
The Florida Keys K_, Heather Carruthers, District 3
David Rice, District 4
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CASE UNIFORM METHOD
The Board of County Cotrunissioners of Monroe County, Florida ( "the County ") hereby provides notice,
pursuant to Section 197.3632(3)(a), Florida Statutes, of its intent to use the uniform method of collecting
non -ad valorem special assessments, for the cost of providing certain wastewater capital improveauents and
connections, to be levied within the unincorporated area of Monroe County encompassing the Mock Island,
Key Haven, Big Coppitt, Lower Sugarloaf through Big fine Key, No Name Key, Long Key, Duck Key
(excluding Indies Islands) and three (3) parcels on Boca Cica. RE # 122870- 000000, 122880- 0000 °00
and 122890000000 for the fiscal year beginning on October 1, 2014 and continuing each year until
discontinued by the County. The County will consider the adoption of a resolution electing to use the
uniform method of collecting such assessments authorized by Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, at a public
hearing to be held at 3;00 p.m. on January 16, 2014 in the Commission Chambers, Harvey
Government Center, 1200 Truman avenue, Key West, FL. Such resolution will state the need for the
levy and will contain a legal description of the boundaries of the real property subject to the levy. All
interested persons are invited to attend.
Pursuant to Section 286.11105, Florida Statutes, notice is given that if a person decides to appeal any decision
made by the board with respect to any matter considered at such hearings or meetings, he will need a record
of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
AD4 ,4SSISTA VC'E: If yon are a persona with a disability who needs special accorramnodations in order to
participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator's Office, by phoning (305) 2924441,
between the hours of' 8.-30 ca.rn. - 5:00 parr., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled
meeting; ofyou are hearing or voice impairer, call "711 ".
Dated at Key West, Florida this 1 V day of December, 2013.
A_N/lY HBAVIL,IN, Clerk
and ex officio Clerk of the Board of County
Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida
For Publication as a 3 x 5 display ad with border on the following dates
Key West Citizen ('T'h) 12/19113, 12/26/13, 1/2/14, 1/9/14
Keynoter (Sa) 12/21/13, 12/28/13, 1/4/1.4, 1111/14
Reporter (Fr) 12/20/13, 12127/13 1/3114, 1/10/14
EXHIBIT
STOCK ISLAND AREA
That portion uf the unincorporated area bounded mn the west byCow Key Channel, mn the east
by Boca Chioa Channel, om the north bV the centerline ofUS.1 (State Road No. 5). and ofthe
south by the Atlantic Ocean.
KEY HAVEN AREA
That portion of the unincorporated area bounded qn the west by Florida Bay, on the east by
Atlantic Ocean, on the north by Florida Buy' and mn the south byUS1 and 8boh |s|omd (between
K8N> 5.5 and 6.0), Monroe County, Florida.
BIG COPPITT AREA
That portion of the unincorporated area bounded on the west by Boca Chica Channel, on the east
by Shark Channel, on the north by Florida Bay, and on the south bythe Atlantic Ocean (between
Mile Markers 7 and 11) Monroe Couoty, FL
LOWER SUGARLOAF THROUGH BIG PINE KEY, NO NAME KEY AREA
That portion of the unincorporated area bounded on the west by Lower Sugarloaf Sound, on the
east hyBig Spanish Channel and Bahia Honda Channel, on the north by Florida Bay, and on the
south by Atlantic Ocean (between 83&318.5 and 35), Monroe County, Florida,
LONG KEY AREA
That portion of the unincorporated area bounded on the west by Long Key Viaduct, on the east by
Channel 5, on the north by Florida Bay, and on the south by Atlantic Ocean (between MM 65 and
71). Monroe County, Florida.
DUCK KEY AREA
That portion of unincorporated area bounded by the north byU.S. Highway 1.on the west by
Tom's Harbor Channel, on the south by Hawk's Channel and on the East by Tom's Harbor Cut;
but excluding Indies |a|enda.
THREE PARCELS ON BOCA CHICA
The properties identified by the Property Appraiser's Parcel ID numbers: 00122870-000000,
UD12288U'OQO000, and OO12280O'O000OO.
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Letter from Property Appraiser: Consent to Extension ofTime.
Letter from Tax Collector: Consent to Extension of Time.
Scott P. Russell, CFA
COUNTY COURTHOUSE
pC) BOX 1176
KEYWEST, FLORIDA 33041-1176
This Consent to Extension nf Time is given, 6«ScOttP.RusseiLthe&1onmoeCountyProperty
Appraiser, to the County of Monroe, Florida (the "County").
WHEREAS, the County desires to collect non-ad valorem assessments for the provision of
Wastewater utility services; special assessments for the cost of providing Wastewater utility services,
including both central sewer service and optional service for onsite systems in areas to which central
sewers will not be provided, for properties in Stock bland, Key Haven, Big[oppitt, Lower Sugarloaf Key
through Big Pine Key, 0m Name Key, Long Key, Duck Key and three parcels on Boca [hiva beginning with
the 2O14 Tax Roll; and
WHEREAS, the county must adopt a resolution of intent under Chapter 197, Florida Statutes in
order to collect said assessment on the Tax Collector's tax bill using the Uniform Method of Collection;
and
WHEREAS, the County would like an extension beyond January 1, 2014, to March 1, 2014, by
vwh1dl tm adopt the resolution ufintent; and
WHEREAS, the County seeks the consent of the Property Appraiser and Tax collector for such
extension of time:
NOW, THEREFORE, the Property Appraiser hereby consents, pursuant to section 197.3632(3)(a),
Florida Statutes, to the County's holding ofa public hearing prior tn March 1,2Q14 to consider the
adoption of a resolution of the County Commissioners providing a notice of its intent to use the section
197.3632, Florida Statutes, non-ad valorem method of collecting assessments to fund the County's
wastewater special assessments in Fiscal Year 2014-2015, and furthermore agrees that the BOCCmaV
send a copy Vfthe resolution once adopted by United States O on or before March 10, 2014.
December 12, 2013
Scott P. Russell, CFA
Monroe County Property Appraiser
Key West Marathon Plantation
County Couffliouse Marattmu Government Center Plantation Government Center
500 Whitehead St, 279% Overseas Hwy, S*r.3iO X8700 Overseas Hwy.
(305) 292-3420 " ( 3 1#5) 299-:2558 (305) 852-7130
(305)292`3431 (Fos) (305)2C9-2555(pax) (305)852-7131 (Fax)
MONROE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR
1200 Truman Ave_ Key West, FL 33040
Phone: (305)295-5000 Fax: (305)295-5020
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This Consent to Extension • Time is given by Danise D. HenHquez, the
Monroe County Tax Collector (Tax Collector), to the Board of County Commissioners
(BOCC)
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners desires to collect non-ad
valorem assessments for the cost of providing wastewater utility services, in Fiscal
Year 2014-2015; and
WHEREAS, the BOCC must adopt a resolution of i ntent under Chapter 191
Florida Statutes in order to collect said assessment • the Tax Collector`s tax
using the Uniform Methof Collection and •
d •
WHEREAS, the BOCC would like an extension beyond January 1, 2014, to
March 1, 2014, by which to adopt the resolution • intent; and
WHEREAS, the BOCC seeks the consent of the Property Appraiser and Tax
collector for such extension of time:
NOW, THEREFORE, the Tax Collector hereby consents, pursuant to section
197.3632(3):(a), Florida Statutes, to the BOCC's holding! of a public hearing prior to
March 1, 2014 to consider the adoption of a resolution of' the BOCC providing a
notice of its intent to use the section 197-3632, Florida Statutes, non-ad valorem
method of collecting assessments to fund the BOCC's cost • providing wastewater
utility services in Fiscal year 2014-2015.
Date D iseD. Henriquez, CFC
Monroe County Tax Collector