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County of Monroe Mayor Sylvia Murphy,District 5
The Florida Keys l'U � � Mayor Pro Tern Danny Kolhage,District 1
�pw° Michelle Coldiron,District 2
Heather Carruthers,District 3
David Rice,District 4
County Commission Meeting
July 17, 2019
Agenda Item Number: L.3
Agenda Item Summary #5780
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: BOCC District 4
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Tamara Lamarche(305) 289-6000
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AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Discussion and approval of a resolution to create the
Transportation Coordination Committee as a County-wide BOCC and municipality appointed
committee to formalize the work of the Transportation Improvement Work Group.
ITEM BACKGROUND: In June 2018, the BOCC gave a head nod approval to Commissioner
Rice to explore the issues and possible improvements to the public transportation in Monroe County,
both for workforce and tourism needs, with the overall objective of reducing traffic on US1.
The Transportation Improvement Work Group began meeting informally on a quarterly basis in July
2018 in coordination with the meetings of the Transportation Disadvantaged Committee meetings
held in Marathon. The group consisted mainly of County and City of Key West staff involved with
transit issues, and model transportation representatives from Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT), including their consultant group on transportation, South Florida Commuter Services
(SFCS), Inc.; as well as representation from the Tourist Development Council, and Extension
Services. The City of Marathon participated to relay their issues regarding workforce "final mile"
issues from the Miami-Dade Express bus turnaround stop at MM50, to their employment locations at
the hotels at the western end of the City.
The assembled group is very knowledgeable of the transportation issues in the County, and the
discussions, to date, of the informal group. Commissioner Rice desires to continue the work of the
Transportation Improvement Work Group by creating a Transportation Coordination Committee
with formal appointments by their respective board, where applicable, as well as the "resource"
members such as FDOT, SFCS and County staff.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: June 20, 2018, BOCC discussed and approved a
focused study to possible enhancement of the public transportation system, with objective of
reducing traffic on US 1.
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
DOCUMENTATION:
STAMPED Resolution creating Transportation Coordination Committee(7 9 19)
M1 Public Transportation Improvement Jun 20 2018
Public Transportation Improvement Work Group
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
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Expiration Date:
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Revenue Producing: If yes, amount:
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Insurance Required:
Additional Details:
Unknown at this time, to be determined
REVIEWED BY:
David Rice Skipped 07/01/2019 11:45 AM
Bob Shillinger Completed 07/01/2019 12:47 PM
Kathy Peters Completed 07/01/2019 12:52 PM
Board of County Commissioners Pending 07/17/2019 9:00 AM
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RESOLUTION NO. -2019 0
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A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY 2
COMMISSIONERS OF MONE COUNTY, FLORIDA
ESTABLISHING THE FLORIDA KEYS TRANSPORTATION
COORDINATION COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR E
MEMBER COMPOSITION; AND PROVIDING FOR GOALS 0
AND OBJECTIVES OFT COMMITTEE.
WHEREAS, the Florida Keys portion of Monroe Countylias the Overseas Highway, .2
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also designated as U.S.1, as the lone roadway upon which all cross county traffic must >
traverse; and
WHEREAS, traffic issues on U.S. I affect the health, safety, welfare, and quality of life
of Monroe County residents and visitors throughout the Keys; and
WHEREAS, comprehensive solutions are necessary for the traffic and transportation E
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issues that affect the Keys; and 0
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WHEREAS, there currently is no official body to consult and coordinate on traffic issues
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between the County and the five municipalities within theKeys; and S
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WHEREAS, forming a transportation committee establishes a community body to help
facilitate policies to create transportation. options throughout the length of'U.S. I for all forms .0
of transit; and
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WHEREAS, the Commission desires to improve transportation coordination efforts
between.the County and its five municipalities by establishing the Florida Keys Transportation
Coordination Committee composed of one elected official from the County and each
municipality; and
WHEREAS, the Commission invites each municipality to join in the mutual. endeavor of
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solving the Keys' transportation issues by participation in this committee, and
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WHEREAS, the Commission and each municipality within the County are committed to 4)0�
increasing safe, attractive, sustainable, comfortable and efficient access and travel along U.S. 1 0
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throughout Monroe County; and
WHEREAS, the Commission charges the Florida Keys 1'ransportation Coordination
Committee with the task of developing recommendations for solving the traffic issues that exist
throughout the Keys including, but not limited to, recommendations for improving the E
coordination of public transportation.services currently being offered; and
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WHEREAS, the Commission invites each municipality to assign. key staff to assist the r_
Florida Keys Transportation Coordination Committee with its mission.; and .2
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WHERAS, the Commission finds that an advisory board such as the Florida Keys a
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Transportation Coordination Committee would better serve its purpose if it is permitted to meet
via video and/or teleconferencing pursuant to chapter 2017-214, Laws of Florida, and
Resolution 299-2017 and therefore authorizes the committee to meet according to the rules
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY,FLORIDA:
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Section 1. Creation of the Florida Keys Transportation Coordination >
Committee. The Board of County Commissioners ("BOCC") hereby creates the
Florida Keys Transportation Coordination Committee ("FKTCC").
Section 2. Committee Composition. The FKTCC shall be composed of six
members consisting of one elected official from the governing body of each of the
five municipalities and the County as chosen by that governing body. Each E
governing body may designate an alternate member from among its members and E
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may fill a vacancy in its representation on the committee if one occurs. Each year,
the FKTCC shall elect a chair and vice chair from its members. A quorum shall .2
exist when a majority of committee members from those jurisdictions that have
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appointed a representative are present.
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Section 3. Duties and Responsibilities. The mission and purpose of the FKTCC r_
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is to develop and promote a system of public transportation in various modes to
support the needs of the residents throughout the County in a coordinated and
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comprehensive manner. The FKTCC shall perform the following functions: U)
a. Hold public meetings consistent with Chapter 286, Florida
Statutes, as often as its members determine appropriate; E
b. Study and research traffic issues confronting the Florida Keys, 2
both as a whole and locally, within the various communities
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c. Make recommendations to the BOCC and the governing bodies 0
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of each municipality on potential solutions to those traffic issues.
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Section 4. Staff Support. The BOCC directs the County Administrator to CL
provide administrative and. logistical support for the FKT(.',C. Such support
shall include providing professional staff to assist the FKTCC with its duties, C0
provide administTative support staff as requested by the Committee, coordinate
the scheduling of public meetings of the committee, and other tasks requested E
by the committee. 'The municipalities are encouraged to provide professional
and support staff to assist and supplement the County's efforts.
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Section 5. Legal Representation. The County Attorney or his designee shall r_
provide legal counsel to the FKTCC with respect to the conduct of its duties. .2
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Section 6. Effective Date. 1his resolution shall become eftbaive immediately a
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upon adoption. The Committee shalt be considered formed upon the effective
date of this resolution.
Section 7. Remote Meetings. The FK.TCC is authorized and encouraged to
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utilize "communications media technology", as that term has been defined in 0
F.S. 120.54, Chapter 2017-214, Laws of Florida, and Resolution 299-2017,
when the committee deems it appropriate, in.conducting its meetings.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, >
Florida, at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 171h day of July, 2019.
Mayor Sylvia J. Murphy
Mayor Pro Tem Danny L. Kolhage
Commissioner Michelle Coldiron
Commissioner Heather Carruthers
Commissioner David Rice E
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ATTEST: KEVIN NIADOK,Clerk BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF MONROE COUNTY,FLORIDA as
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BOARD OF CO UNTN'CONIMISS ION ERS
County of Moluoe W or David Rice, District 4
The Florida Keys Mayor ProTem Sylvia J. Murphy,District 5
Danny IL.Kolhage,District I
George Nekigcnt, District.'
Fleather Carruthers,District 3
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of public transportation systern, with the ob�jective of reducing traffic on USL
"fTENI BACK"" GROUND: Over the past several years, traffic on tJS I has begun to impact quality of N
life issues for both tourists and residents. While there are many visionary projects, which may
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potentially be available in distant years, the focus of this investigation should principally be 0
developed toward short-term, solutions, with some focus on more complex visionary systems. co
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Motion carried unanimously.
SHERIFF'S OFFICE
K I Mr.Shi Ili nger addressed the Board concemi ng approval of the Request for Expenditure from Law
Enforcement Trust Funds. Board directed staff to review the expenditures to determine if they can be E
expedited. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Carruthers and seconded by E
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Commissioner Murphy granting approval of the expenditure for$500.00 Coral Shores High School
Operation Graduation 2018: to help cover expenses for the all-night event that provides a safe,drug,
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and alcohol free celebration to recognize the achievements of our graduating seniors. Motion carried
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Ml Mr.Gastesi and Ms, hurley addressed the Board concerning direction to staff regarding
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potential enhancement of our public transportation system with the objective ofreducing traffic 1�
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on US 1. After discussion,motion was made by Mayor Rice and seconded by Commissioner Neugent 0.
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directing staff to move toward bringing in expert opinions, in whatever form proves to be the most,
desirable,to analyze our traffic problems in the keys, make recommendations both short term and long
lenn and have those folks take a look at where the grants are that can help us realize the recommendations
that they bring to us. Motion carried unanimously,.
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N12 M9, hurley and, Mr. Shillinger addressed the Board concerning direction to staff regarding clean- 0
up of lots,both public and privately owned. Hurricane debris is a clear source for fire in residential areas co
throughout the County but especially in sparsely settled areas such as Big Pine Key. We need to
aggressively remove these fuel sources from empty lots. After discussion,staff was directed to bring C14
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back suggestions and recommendations to next month's meeting. C14
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incorporated herein by reference. Mr. Gastesi thanked staff for all their hard work. 0
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P1 Mr. Shillinger referred the Board to the County Attorney report for June 2018. Said report is
incorporated herein by reference, Mr. Shillinger advised the Board that staff is working on solutions for 0
real time closed captioning of the BOC aC meetings,with an interim solution at next month's meeting. U)
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ENIERG'ENCY IMANAGEriNtENT
S2 Motion was made by Commissioner Kolhage and seconded by Commissioner Neugent granting
approval to advertise a Request for Proposals for Emergency Management Consulting Services. Motion
carried unanimously.
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Public Transportation Improvement Work Group:
Commissioner David Rice, BOCC
Emily Schemper, Planning Director, Monroe County
Cheryl Cioffi, Comprehensive Planning Manager, Monroe County
Janene Scalfani,Transportation Planner, Monroe County
Kimberly Matthews, Strategic Planning Administrator, Monroe County
Rhonda Haag, Sustainability Administrator, Monroe County o
Anna Haskins, Administrator, Social Services Transportation
George Neugent, Citizen Representative, Monroe County Transportation Disadvantaged Board,
Alicia Betancourt, Family and Community Development Agent, Extension Services
Allison Higgins, Sustainability Coordinator, City of Key West
Rod Delostrinos,Transit Director, City of Key West U
Doug Lewis, Growth Management Director, City of Marathon
Rita Irwin, Chair,Tourist Development Council, Monroe County
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Christopher Dube, Modal Projects Administrator
Joan Shen, District Modal Development Administrator
Jeremy Mullings, Project Director, South Florida Commuter Services, Consultant to FDOT
Raymond Freeman, District Project Manager, serves on MC Disadvantaged Transportation Board
Jeremy Mullings, Senior Planner, South Florida Commuter Services, Consultant to FDOT
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