Item O07 0.7
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County of Monroe � ��r�i
�r � s�� Mayor Heather Carruthers,District 3
The Florida.Keys Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Coldiron,District 2
Craig Cates,District 1
David Rice,District 4
Sylvia J.Murphy,District 5
County Commission Meeting
June 17, 2020
Agenda Item Number: 0.7
Agenda Item Summary #6826
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: Planning/Environmental Resources
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Emily Schemper(305) 289-2506
1:30 public hearing
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: A public hearing to consider approval of an ordinance by the
Monroe County Board of County Commissioners amending the Monroe County 2030
Comprehensive Plan, adopting the 10-Year Water Supply Plan Update to be consistent with the
South Florida Water Management District Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update of 2018.
ITEM BACKGROUND: The Planning & Environmental Resources Department is requesting to
amend the Monroe County 2030 Comprehensive Plan to adopt a 10-year Water Supply Facilities
Work Plan update, pursuant to Section 163.3177(6)(c), F.S., which requires local governments that
are subject to a regional water supply plan to update their adopted 10-year water supply facilities
work plan within 18-months of the adoption of the regional water supply plan update. The South
Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) updated its Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan on
November 8, 2018, which identifies areas where water supply, demand, and shortages are projected
to occur within the next 20 years.
The Monroe County Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (Work Plan) references the initiatives
already identified in FKAA's 20-year Water System Capital Improvement Master Plan. According
to state guidelines, the Work Plan and associated comprehensive plan amendments must address the
development of traditional and alternative water supplies, bulk sales agreements and conservation
and reuse programs that are necessary to serve existing and new development for at least a 10-year
planning period. The Monroe County Water Supply Facilities Work Plan will have the same
planning time schedule consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the Lower East Coast Water
Supply Plan Update.
The adopted and presently effective Monroe County Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan includes
several Goals, Objectives and Policies (GOPs) that implement water supply concurrency and
conservation. These GOPs are located within the Potable Water Element, Intergovernmental
Coordination Element, Conservation and Coastal Management Element, Future Land Use Element
and Capital Improvements Element.
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The population estimates and projections and the potable water demand projections for
unincorporated Monroe County are presented below in Table 1. The projections are through the year
2030. The population projections are consistent with the other elements of the comprehensive plan.
The water demands are for finished water.
Table 1. Population & Potable Water Demand Projections
Unincorporated Monroe County
Year 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Functional, Population 70,080 71.,763 72,494 73,225 73,356
Projection,*
Water Supply Demand 7.0 7.2 7,2 73 7A
MGD
*Functional Population means total population: pern3atient plus seasonal residents.
(Source: Table p-'-Monroe County 2010-2030 Population Projections March 1j,201.1 Keith and Schnars.
Pe—;Fishkin4 and Asso3iates)
The population estimates and projections and the potable water demand projections for the entire
FKAA service area are presented below in Table 2. The projections are through the year 2030, and
apply the adopted LOS standard of 100 gallons/capita/day to the entire service area.
Table 2.Population &Potable Water Demand Projections
Entire " Service Area
Year 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Functional Population 155,288 157,400 159,051 160_.703 162_,355
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Water Supply Deanand 15-7 15.9 16.0 16.2
based on adapted LDS of
100 gal/cap/day(7-,v
*Functiconal.Population means total population: permanent plus seasonal residents-
(Source: Table a -Monroe ou.nty 210-2030 Population Projections March 15,2011,Keith and P.- .;
k� ..and Associates)
The FKAA Projected Finished Water Demand compares projected population and potable water
demand for the entire FKAA service area. In summary, FKAA's average daily water demand for the
entire service area is expected to increase to 16.2 MGD in 2030.
FKAA's current Water Use Permit provides an annual allocation of 8,751 Million Gallons
(MG) or 23.98 MGD which is sufficient to meet water demand projections for the entire
service area through 2030.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
On April 13, 2016, the BOCC adopted Ordinance 007-2016, amending the Monroe County 2010
Comprehensive Plan to revise sections of the Potable Water Element and the Intergovernmental
Coordination Element regarding water supply concurrency, and adopting a 10-Year Water Supply
Plan.
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CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval
DOCUMENTATION:
2019-102 Ordinance
2019-102_BOCC SR_12.9.19_Adoption
Ex. A to Ord. 10-YR WATER SUPPLY PLAN UPDATE 2019 Final 4.13.20
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Effective Date:
Expiration Date:
Total Dollar Value of Contract:
Total Cost to County:
Current Year Portion:
Budgeted:
Source of Funds:
CPI:
Indirect Costs:
Estimated Ongoing Costs Not Included in above dollar amounts:
Revenue Producing: If yes, amount:
Grant:
County Match:
Insurance Required: N/A
Additional Details:
N/A
REVIEWED BY:
Emily Schemper Completed 05/27/2020 5:35 PM
Steve Williams Completed 05/28/2020 2:52 PM
Maureen Proffitt Completed 05/29/2020 1:28 PM
Assistant County Administrator Christine Hurley Completed
05/29/2020 2:41 PM
Purchasing Completed 05/29/2020 3:26 PM
Budget and Finance Completed 05/29/2020 4:38 PM
Maria Slavik Completed 05/30/2020 7:46 AM
Kathy Peters Completed 06/01/2020 8:25 AM
Board of County Commissioners Pending 06/17/2020 9:00 AM
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6 ORDINANCE NO. -2020
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8 AN ORDINANCE BY THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
9 COMMISSIONERS AMENDING THE MONROE COUNTY
10 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; ADOPTING THE 10-YEAR WATER SUPPLY
11 PLAN UPDATE TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE SOUTH FLORIDA
12 WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT LOWER EAST COAST WATER
13 SUPPLY PLAN UPDATE OF 2018; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; N
14 PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS;
15 PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE STATE LAND PLANNING
16 AGENCY AND THE SECRETARY OF STATE; PROVIDING FOR N
17 INCLUSION IN THE MONROE COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN;
18 PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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21 WHEREAS, Section 163.3180(2)(a). F.S. requires local governments to consult with
22 water suppliers to ensure that adequate water supplies will be in place and available to serve new
23 development no later than when the local government issues a certificate of occupancy. Local
24 Governments should update their comprehensive plans and land development regulations to
25 address this concurrency requirement; and
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27 WHEREAS, the Monroe County Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code W
28 already have adopted policies and regulations requiring concurrency; and
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30 WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 163.3177(6)(c), F.S., local governments that are subject
31 to a regional water supply plan must update their adopted 10-year water supply facilities work
32 plan within 18-months of the adoption of the regional water supply plan update; and
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34 WHEREAS, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) updated its
35 Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan on November 8, 2018, which identifies areas where water N
36 supply, demand, and shortages are projected to occur within the next 20 years; and
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38 WHEREAS, the service provider for potable water in Monroe County is the Florida
39 Keys Aqueduct Authority (FKAA) and the FKAA has coordinated with Monroe County staff to
40 ensure that the current potable water supply and projected demands are incorporated within the
41 Monroe County 10-year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan Update; and
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43 WHEREAS, the FKAA 20-year Water System Capital Improvement Master Plan serves
44 as the Monroe County water supply plan; and
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46 WHEREAS, the FKAA demand and supply data project adequate water supply; and
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I WHEREAS, at a regularly scheduled meeting held on the 24`d day of September, 2019, the
2 Monroe County Development Review Committee considered the proposed amendment; and
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4 WHEREAS, at a regularly scheduled meeting held on the 19'h day of November, 2019, the
5 Monroe County Planning Commission held a public hearing for the purpose of considering the
6 proposed amendment and recommended approval to the Board of County Commissioners,
7 memorialized by Resolution No. P54-19; and
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9 WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on the 22t' day
10 of January, 2020, for the purpose of considering the transmittal of the proposed amendment to c
11 the State Land Planning Agency for review and comment; and
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13 WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners voted to transmit the amendment and N
14 made the following Conclusions of Law: 1) the ordinance is consistent with the Principles for
15 Guiding Development in the Florida Keys Area of Critical State Concern; 2) the ordinance is
16 consistent with the provisions and intent of the Monroe County Comprehensive Plan; and 3) the
17 ordinance is consistent with the provisions and intent of the Monroe County Code; and
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19 WHEREAS, on April 27, 2020, the State Land Planning Agency issued its Objections,
20 Recommendations, and Comments (ORC) report. The ORC report states The Department does not
21 identify any objections or comments; and CL
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24 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
25 COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY,FLORIDA:
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27 Section 1. The Monroe County Comprehensive Plan is amended as follows (deletions are
28 str-ieken thfough and additions are underlined):
29 Policy 701.1.6
30 Monroe County adopts the Monroe County 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
31 update, dated Mafeh,-2016 August, 2019, by reference, into the Comprehensive Plan.
32 Monroe County shall update the 10-year Water Supply Work Plan every 5 years or within
33 18 months after the governing board of the South Florida Water Management District
34 approves an updated regional water supply plan. [F.S. § 163.3177(6)(c)3.] (Ord. No. 022-
35 2009; Ord. No. 007-2016) N
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37 Section 2. The Monroe County 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan update,
38 adopted by reference into the Comprehensive Plan, is attached to this ordinance as Exhibit A.
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40 Section 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, item, change, or
41 provision of this ordinance is held invalid, the remainder of this ordinance shall not be affected
42 by such validity.
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44 Section 4. Repeal of Inconsistent Provisions All ordinances or parts of ordinances in
45 conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of said conflict.
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I Section 5. Transmittal. This ordinance shall be transmitted by the Planning and
2 Environmental Resources Department to the State Land Planning Agency pursuant to Chapter
3 163 and 380,Florida Statutes.
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5 Section 6. Filing and Effective Date. This ordinance shall be filed in the Office of the
6 Secretary of State of Florida, but shall not become effective until a notice is issued by the State
7 Land Planning Agency or Administration Commission finding the amendment in compliance,
8 and if challenged until such challenge is resolved pursuant to Chapter 120, F.S.
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10 PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida,
11 at a regular meeting held on the 17'' day of June, 2020.
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13 Mayor Heather Carruthers '
14 Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Coldiron
15 Commissioner Craig Cates
16 Commissioner David Rice
17 Commissioner Sylvia J. Murphy
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20 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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25 (SEAL) MAYOR HEATHER CARRUTHERS
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27 ATTEST: KEVIN MADOK, CLERK
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To: Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
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Through: Emily Schemper, CFM, AICP Senior Director of Planning and Environmental
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From: Janene Sclafani, Transportation Planner
Date: April 13, 2020
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Subject: 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan Update
Meeting: June 17, 2020 )
I. REQUEST
The Monroe County Planning & Environmental Resources Department is requesting to amend the
Monroe County 2030 Comprehensive Plan to adopt a 10-year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan
update, in accordance with Section 163.3177(6)(c) of the Florida Statues which requires that the 2
Infrastructure Element of the Comprehensive Plan incorporate a 10-Year Water Supply Plan that 0
identifies alternative water supply projects, traditional water supply projects, conservation and reuse to
meet identified water needs. T�
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II. PROPOSED AMENDMENT
Proposed text is shown as follows: additions are in underlined, deletions are sue.
Policy 701.1.6
Monroe County adopts the Monroe County 10-Year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan update, dated
M-a feh, 2016 August, 2019, by reference, into the Comprehensive Plan. Monroe County shall update the �
10-year Water Supply Work Plan every 5 years or within 18 months after the governing board of the
South Florida Water Management District approves an updated regional water supply plan. [F.S. § a
163.3177(6)(c)3.] (Ord. No. 022-2009; Ord. No. 007-2016) E
III. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Residents of Monroe County obtain their water directly from the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority
(FKAA), which is responsible for ensuring that enough capacity is available for existing and future
customers. FKAA is the sole provider of potable water in the Florida Keys. Monroe County does not
control the water supply or water facilities; however, the County coordinates closely with FKAA.
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The purpose of the Monroe County Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (Work Plan) is to identify and
plan for the water supply sources and facilities needed to serve existing and new development within the
local government's jurisdiction. Chapter 163, Part 11, F.S., requires local governments to prepare and
adopt Work Plans into their comprehensive plans within 18 months after the water management district
approves a regional water supply plan or its update. The Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update
was approved by the South Florida Water Management District(SFWMD) on November 8, 2018.
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The Work Plan references the initiatives already identified in FKAA's 20-year Water System Capital 0
Improvement Master Plan. According to state guidelines, the Work Plan and associated comprehensive �t
plan amendments must address the development of traditional and alternative water supplies, bulk sales
agreements and conservation and reuse programs that are necessary to serve existing and new
development for at least a 10-year planning period. The Monroe County Work Plan will have the same
planning time schedule consistent with the comprehensive plan and the Lower East Coast Water Supply
Plan Update.
Development Review Committee and Public Input
The Development Review Committee considered the proposed amendment at a regular meeting on T
September 24, 2019 and received public input.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission considered the proposed amendment at a regular meeting on November 19,
2019. Resolution P54-19 recommending approval to the BOCC was signed on November 19, 2019.
SFWMS Preliminary Review Comments
A preliminary review of the Work Plan was performed by the SFWMD. The following comments were
made: . ,
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Sections 3.8 Conservation, 3.8.1 County-wide Efforts, and 3.8.2 County Specific Actions,
Programs, Regulations, or Opportunities
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• Revise the Sections to include a review of the County's existing conservation and reuse efforts to
determine whether they need to be updated or revised based on how they have been implemented
or because of changes in statutory requirements. The updated information should address the U)
following:
o An analysis of the existing levels of water conservation, use, protection and the
applicable policies and programs of the County. The analysis should focus on how the tVI
County is implementing, supporting or encouraging specific policies and programs, such
as implementation of the Mandatory Year-Round Landscape Irrigation Conservation
Measures, as detailed in Rule 40E-24, Florida Administrative Code.
o Identify options to conserve water, including rate structures, education programs, Florida- E
friendly landscape ordinances, irrigation ordinances, etc.
Section 5.0 Goals, Objectives and Policies
• Policy 701.1.6 (page 18) is an older version of Policy 701.1.8 that was revised with the County's
existing Work Plan, adopted with Plan Amendment 4154ACSC and Monroe County Ordinance
No. 007-2016. The revision added language to the policy that adopted by reference the Work
Plan into the County's Comprehensive Plan by title and date and changed the policy number.
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Revise the Policy to reflect the revisions adopted in 2016 and to include the projected date of
adoption for the new Work Plan Update.
On November 4, 2019, a revised plan addressing the aforementioned comments was resubmitted.
On November 25, 2019, SFWMS responded they had no further comments. However, the review did not
constitute a final determination, further comments may be provided upon submission of the final Work
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On January 22, 2020, the Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 032-2020 transmitting
the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan to the State Land Planning Agency.
On April 27, 2020, the State Land Planning Agency issued its Objections, Recommendations, and
Comments (ORC) report. The ORC report states The Department does not identify any objections or
comments.
IV.CONSISTENCY WITH THE MONROE COUNTY YEAR 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN,
THE FLORIDA STATUTES,AND PRINCIPLES FOR GUIDING DEVELOPMENT
A. The proposed amendment is generally consistent with the following Goals, Objectives and )
Policies of the Monroe County Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan. Specifically,it furthers:
The proposed amendment will support and enhance the level of service standards identified a)
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within the Potable Water Element and ensure the availability of water supply as identified within CD
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the Capital Improvements Element and the Intergovernmental Coordination Element.
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B. The proposed amendment is consistent with Part II of Chapter 163, Florida Statutes (F.S.). 0
Specifically, the amendment furthers:
163.3177(1), F.S. - The comprehensive plan shall provide the principles, guidelines, standards,
and strategies for the orderly and balanced future economic, social, physical, environmental, Ni
and fiscal development of the area that reflects community commitments to implement the
plan and its elements. These principles and strategies shall guide future decisions in a
consistent manner and shall contain programs and activities to ensure comprehensive plans 0
are implemented. The sections of the comprehensive plan containing the principles and tV1
strategies, generally provided as goals, objectives, and policies, shall describe how the local
government's programs, activities, and land development regulations will be initiated,
modified, or continued to implement the comprehensive plan in a consistent manner. It is not
the intent of this part to require the inclusion of implementing regulations in the
comprehensive plan but rather to require identification of those programs, activities, and land E
development regulations that will be part of the strategy for implementing the comprehensive
plan and the principles that describe how the programs, activities, and land development
regulations will be carried out. The plan shall establish meaningful and predictable standards
for the use and development of land and provide meaningful guidelines for the content of
more detailed land development and use regulations.
163.3177(6)c3, F.S. — Within 18 months after the governing board approves an updated
regional water supply plan, the element must incorporate the alternative water supply project
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or projects selected by the local government from those identified in the regional water
supply plan pursuant to s. 373.709(2)(a) or proposed by the local government under s.
373.709(8)(b). If a local government is located within two water management districts, the
local government shall adopt its comprehensive plan amendment within 18 months after the
later updated regional water supply plan. The element must identify such alternative water
supply projects and traditional water supply projects and conservation and reuse necessary to
meet the water needs identified in s. 373.709(2)(a) within the local government's jurisdiction
and include a work plan, covering at least a 10-year planning period, for building public, 0
private, and regional water supply facilities, including development of alternative water �t
supplies, which are identified in the element as necessary to serve existing and new
development. The work plan shall be updated, at a minimum, every 5 years within 18 months
after the governing board of a water management district approves an updated regional water
supply plan. Local governments, public and private utilities, regional water supply
authorities, special districts, and water management districts are encouraged to cooperatively
plan for the development of multijurisdictional water supply facilities that are sufficient to
meet projected demands for established planning periods, including the development of
alternative water sources to supplement traditional sources of groundwater and surface water T
supplies.
C. Consistency with the Principles for Guiding Development in the Florida Keys Area of )
Critical State Concern: u
For the purposes of reviewing consistency of the adopted plan or any amendments to that plan with a)
the principles for guiding development and any amendments to the principles, the principles shall be
construed as a whole and no specific provision shall be construed or applied in isolation from the
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(a) Strengthening local government capabilities for managing land use and development so that local
government is able to achieve these objectives without continuing the area of critical state concern
designation.
(b) Protecting shoreline and marine resources, including mangroves, coral reef formations, seagrass
beds, wetlands, fish and wildlife, and their habitat.
(c) Protecting upland resources, tropical biological communities, freshwater wetlands, native U
tropical vegetation (for example, hardwood hammocks and pinelands), dune ridges and beaches,
wildlife, and their habitat. COI
(d) Ensuring the maximum well-being of the Florida Keys and its citizens through sound economic
development.
(e) Limiting the adverse impacts of development on the quality of water throughout the Florida
Keys.
(f) Enhancing natural scenic resources, promoting the aesthetic benefits of the natural environment, E
and ensuring that development is compatible with the unique historic character of the Florida Keys.
(g) Protecting the historical heritage of the Florida Keys.
(h) Protecting the value, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and amortized life of existing and proposed
major public investments, including:
1. The Florida Keys Aqueduct and water supply facilities;
2. Sewage collection, treatment, and disposal facilities;
3. Solid waste treatment, collection, and disposal facilities;
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4. Key West Naval Air Station and other military facilities;
5. Transportation facilities;
6. Federal parks, wildlife refuges, and marine sanctuaries;
7. State parks, recreation facilities, aquatic preserves, and other publicly owned properties;
8. City electric service and the Florida Keys Electric Co-op; and
9. Other utilities, as appropriate.
(i) Protecting and improving water quality by providing for the construction, operation
maintenance, and replacement of stormwater management facilities; central sewage collection; 0
treatment and disposal facilities; and the installation and proper operation and maintenance of onsite <
sewage treatment and disposal systems.
(j) Ensuring the improvement of nearshore water quality by requiring the construction and operation
of wastewater management facilities that meet the requirements of ss. 381.0065(4)(1) and
403.086(10), as applicable, and by directing growth to areas served by central wastewater treatment
facilities through permit allocation systems.
(k) Limiting the adverse impacts of public investments on the environmental resources of the Florida
Keys.
(1) Making available adequate affordable housing for all sectors of the population of the Florida 2
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(m)Providing adequate alternatives for the protection of public safety and welfare in the event of a
natural or manmade disaster and for a postdisaster reconstruction plan. U)
(n) Protecting the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the Florida Keys and
maintaining the Florida Keys as a unique Florida resource.
Pursuant to Section 380.0552(7) Florida Statutes, the proposed amendment is consistent with the
Principles for Guiding Development as a whole and is not inconsistent with any Principle.
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V. PROCESS
Comprehensive Plan Amendments may be proposed by the Board of County Commissioners, the
Planning Commission, the Director of Planning, or the owner or other person having a contractual
interest in property to be affected by a proposed amendment. The Director of Planning shall review clii
and process applications as they are received and pass them onto the Development Review
Committee and the Planning Commission.
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The Planning Commission shall hold at least one public hearing. The Planning Commission shall tV1
review the application, the reports and recommendations of the Department of Planning &
Environmental Resources and the Development Review Committee and the testimony given at the
public hearing. The Planning Commission shall submit its recommendations and findings to the
Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The BOCC holds a public hearing to consider the
transmittal of the proposed comprehensive plan amendment, and considers the staff report, staff E
recommendation, and the testimony given at the public hearing. The BOCC may or may not
recommend transmittal to the State Land Planning Agency. The amendment is transmitted to State
Land Planning Agency, which then reviews the proposal and issues an Objections,
Recommendations and Comments (ORC) Report. Upon receipt of the ORC report, the County has
180 days to adopt the amendments, adopt the amendments with changes or not adopt the
amendment.
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VI. STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval.
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Exhibit A to Or'dinance
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10-YEAR WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1.0 INTRODUCTION `V
1.1 Statutory History
1.2 Statutory Requirements
2.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
2.1 Overview
2.2 Relevant Regional Issues
3.0 DATA AND ANALYSIS
3.1 Population Information 2
3.2 Maps of Current and Future Areas Served
3.3 Potable Water Level of Service Standard
3.4 Population and Potable Water Demand Projections by Each Local Government Utility
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3.5 Water Supply Provided by Local Government
3.6 Water Supply Provided by Other Entities
3.7 Conservation r
3.7.1 Countywide Issues
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3.8 Reuse
3.8.1 Regional and Countywide Issues
3.8.2 Local Government Specific Actions, Programs, Regulations, or Opportunities
4.0 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
4.1 Work Plan Projects
4.2 Capital Improvements Element/Schedule
5.0 GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES
6.0 REGIONAL ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY PLANS
6.1 Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update, November 8, 2018
6.2 Integrating Climate Change & Water Supply Planning In Southeast Florida, Southeast
Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, June 10, 2014
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8.0 EXHIBITS
Exhibit A Section 7.2 of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority 20-Year Water
System Capital Improvement Master Plan, December 2006
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1.0 INTRODUCTION 2
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The purpose of the Monroe County Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (Work Plan) is to
identify and plan for the water supply sources and facilities needed to serve existing and new
development within the local government's jurisdiction. Chapter 163, Part 11, F.S., requires
local governments to prepare and adopt Work Plans into their comprehensive plans within 18
months after the water management district approves a regional water supply plan or its update.
The Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update was approved by the South Florida Water
Management District(SFWMD) on November 8, 2018.
Residents of Monroe County obtain their water directly from the Florida Keys Aqueduct CL
Authority (FKAA), which is responsible for ensuring that enough capacity is available for
existing and future customers.
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The Monroe County Water Supply Facilities Work Plan (Work Plan) will reference the
initiatives already identified in FKAA's 20-year Water System Capital Improvement Master
Plan. According to state guidelines, the Work Plan and associated comprehensive plan
amendments must address the development of traditional and alternative water supplies, bulk
sales agreements and conservation and reuse programs that are necessary to serve existing and
new development for at least a 10-year planning period. The Monroe County Work Plan will
have the same planning time schedule consistent with the comprehensive plan and the Lower Sri
East Coast Water Supply Plan Update.
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The County's Work Plan is divided into five sections:
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Section 1 —Introduction
Section 2 —Background Information
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Section 3 —Data and Analysis
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Section 5 — Goals, Objectives, Policies CL
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1.1 Statutory History CL
The Florida Legislature has enacted bills in the 2002, 2004, 2005, 2011, 2012, 2015, and 2016
sessions to address the state's water supply needs. These bills, particularly Senate Bills 360
and 444 (2005 legislative session), significantly changed Chapter 163 and 373 Florida Statutes
(F.S.) by strengthening the statutory links between the regional water supply plans prepared
by the water management districts and the comprehensive plans prepared by local
governments. In addition,these bills established the basis for improving coordination between .�
local land use planning and water supply planning.
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1.2 Statutory Requirements
Monroe County has considered the following statutory provisions when updating the Water E
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Supply Facilities Work Plan (Work Plan):
1. Coordinate appropriate aspects of its comprehensive plan with the appropriate water
management district's regional water supply plan, [163.3177(4)(a), F.S.]
2. Ensure that its future land use plan is based upon availability of adequate water supplies
and public facilities and services [s.163.3177(6)(a), F.S. Data and analysis
demonstrating that adequate water supplies and associated public facilities will be
available to meet projected growth demands must accompany all proposed Future Land
Use Map amendments submitted to the Department for review.
3. Ensure that adequate water supplies and facilities area available to serve new
development no later than the date on which the local government anticipates issuing a
certificate of occupancy and consult with the applicable water supplier prior to
approving a building permit, to determine whether adequate water supplies will be
available to serve the development by the anticipated issuance date of the certificate of v)
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4. For local governments subject to a regional water supply plan, revise the General
Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste, Drainage, Potable Water, and Natural Groundwater
Aquifer Recharge Element (the "Infrastructure Element"), within 18 months after the
water management district approves an updated regional water supply plan, to:
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a. Identify and incorporate the alternative water supply project(s) selected by the Ile
local government from projects identified in the updated Lower East Coast
Regional Water Supply Plan, or the alternative project(s)proposed by the local
government under s. 373.709(8)(b), F.S. [s. 163.3177(6)(c), F.S.];
b. Identify the traditional and alternative water supply projects and the
conservation and reuse programs necessary to meet current and future water use
demands within the Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan [s.
163.3177(6)(c), F.S.]; and
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c. Update the Work Plan for at least a 10-year planning period for constructing the
public,private, and regional water supply facilities identified in the element as c.
necessary to serve existing and new development. [s. 163.3177(6)(c), F.S.]
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5. Revise the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements to include any water supply,
reuse, and conservation projects and programs to be implemented during the five-year
period [s. 163.3177(3)(a)4, F.S.].
6. To the extent necessary to maintain internal consistency after making changes
described in Paragraph 1 through 5 above, revise the Conservation Element to assess
projected water needs and sources for at least a 10-year planning period, considering
the Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan, as well as applicable consumptive .�
use permit(s). [s.163.3177 (6)(d), F.S.]
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The plan must address the water supply sources necessary to meet and achieve the
existing and projected water use demand for established planning period, considering >�
the appropriate regional water supply plan. [s.163.3167 (9), F.S.]
7. To the extent necessary to maintain internal consistency after making changes
described in Paragraphs 1 through 5 above,revise the Intergovernmental Coordination
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Element to ensure coordination of the comprehensive plan with the Lower East Coast
Regional Water Supply Plan. [s.163.3177(6)(h)l., F.S.] 0
8. While an Evaluation and Appraisal Report is not required, local governments are
encouraged to comprehensively evaluate, and, as necessary, update comprehensive
plans to reflect changes in local conditions. The evaluation could address the extent to
which the local government has implemented the need to update their Work Plan,
including the development of alternative water supplies, and determine whether the
identified alternative water supply projects,traditional water supply projects,bulk sales
agreements,and conservation and reuse programs are meeting local water use demands.
[s.163.3191 (3) F.S.]
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2.0 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
2.1 Overview 2
Monroe County was incorporated in 1824, making it one of the first counties established in the
State of Florida. Monroe County includes an approximately 112-mile long string of islands
served by Highway US 1, an area of approximately 1,200,344 acres bounded by the Atlantic
Ocean to the east and south, the Gulf of Mexico and Florida Bay to the west, and Miami-Dade
County to the north. Incorporated municipalities within Monroe County encompass 12,678
acres,which include Key West,Marathon,Key Colony Beach,Layton,and Islamorada.A non- Sri
contiguous uninhabited mainland portion of Monroe County totaling 944,275 acres is located
within Everglades National Park with another 126,437 acres located within Big Cypress
National Park. Fort Jefferson/Dry Tortugas National Parks total almost 64,379 acres. The
remaining unincorporated area totals 51,747 acres or approximately 81 square miles.
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Monroe County has limited or restricted growth potential. Future development potential and
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population growth is limited by linear geography, the amount of land already in public
ownership, and the scarcity of vacant and developable land, together with growth restrictions z
dictated by the County's Residential Rate of Growth Ordinance (ROGO) and Non-Residential CL
Rate of Growth Ordinance (NROGO). These growth ordinances were developed following
designation of the Florida Keys Area of Critical State Concern and the completion of the CL
Florida Keys Carrying Capacity Study. The unincorporated County's total ROGO annual
allocation for new residential building permits is 197 dwelling units per year, and the County
allocates 47,083 square feet of new floor area for nonresidential uses. This provides the FKAA
with a firm basis for predicting future water supply allocation needs.
Existing land use data in the 2011 Technical Document of the Monroe County Comprehensive
Plan reveals that 4,988 acres or 6.8% of the total gross acreage in the unincorporated County
(outside the mainland portion) is dedicated to residential uses. The remaining gross acreages
are allocated to nonresidential uses such as commercial (1.2%); industrial (0.6%); institutional c
(0.2%);recreational(1.8%);military(5.5%); conservation(75.9%);and vacant or undeveloped
(3.2%). The County does not anticipate substantial increases in land area in the near future,
unless there is policy decision from the municipalities for dissolution. In the meantime, the
residential and nonresidential growth rate is anticipated to be minimal for the next 10 to 20
years due to ROGO and NROGO.
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the SFWMD plays a pivotal role in resource protection,through criteria used for Consumptive
Use Permitting. As pressure increased on the Everglades ecosystem resource, the Governing
Board initiated rule-making to limit increased allocations dependent on the Everglades system.
As a result, the Regional Water Availability Rule was adopted by the Governing Board on
February 15, 2007 as part of the SFWMD's water use permit program. This reduced reliance
on the regional system for future water supply needs, and mandates the development of
alternative water supplies and an increase in the use of conservation and reuse techniques.
The LEC Planning Area relies on fresh groundwater and surface water for urban, agricultural,
and industrial uses. However, traditional freshwater sources in the LEC Planning Area are not
sufficient to meet projected 2040 water demands. Analyses indicate increases in allocations U)
of fresh groundwater from the SAS and surface water from Lake Okeechobee are not available u
to meet the growing needs of the LEC Planning Area during 1-in-10 year drought conditions.
The regional issues identified for 2040 in the Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update
(adopted November 8, 2018) include:
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1. Fresh surface water and groundwater are limited; further withdrawals could have
impacts on the regional system, wetlands, existing legal uses, and saltwater intrusion.
As a result, additional alternative water supplies need to be developed.
2. Expanded use of reclaimed water is necessary to meet future water supply demands
and the Ocean Outfall Law.
3. Expanded use of brackish groundwater from the Floridan aquifer system requires
careful planning and wellfield management to prevent undesirable changes in water
quality.
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The sole source provider of potable water to Monroe County is FKAA, whose wellfield is
located in Florida City. The limited availability of SAS withdrawals, presents a potential risk
to the water supply for all of Monroe County. FKAA is a permitted Floridan Aquifer User,
which should offset any anticipated drought-driven salt water intrusion event. FKAA also
operates reverse osmosis facilities in Marathon and Stock Island. v)
Other regional water issues have been identified by the Southeast Florida Regional Climate
Change Compact, which includes Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.
The Compact communities have agreed to use a sea level rise prediction of between 6 and 10
inches by 2030, and between 14 and 26 inches by the year 2060 for planning purposes in the
Southeast Florida region until more definitive information on future sea level rise is available
(the Compact's A Unified Sea Level Rise Projection for Southeast Florida, October, 2015).
The potential landward movement of the salt water intrusion line resulting from the impact of c
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sea level rise may affect future decisions regarding the implementation of capital
improvements,requiring adaptation mitigation strategies to preserve the potable water supply. L1°
Monroe County's climate change and sustainability consultants have recently summarized
hydrologic modeling by the United States Geological Survey that suggests relatively low risk E
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to the FKAA wellfields in Florida City under even the worst-case 2060 sea level rise scenarios.
However, FKAA continues to monitor the most current data and analysis regarding this issue. 0
FKAA is a permitted Floridan Aquifer User, which should offset any anticipated drought-
driven salt water intrusion event. Further, FKAA also operates RO facilities in Marathon and
Stock Island, with a combined supply capacity of 3 MGD, as an alternative water source for
the county during emergencies and extreme peaks in demand.
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3.0 DATA AND ANALYSIS
3.1 Population Information
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The County's existing and future population figures are derived from the projections prepared
by Fishkind and Associates for the Monroe County 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update (March U)
15, 2011). The methodology for the preparation of these projections was approved by the
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (formerly known as the Department of
Community Affairs (DCA). Table 9 of this report identifies unincorporated functional
population(permanent and seasonal)projections from 2000-2030. In 2000,the unincorporated N
functional population was 69,277. This increased to 70,808 in 2010 and is projected to be
71,763 in 2015; 72,494 in 2020; 73,225 in 2025; and 73,956 in 2030. The projection reflects a
total increase of 4,679 in population with a predicted decrease in permanent population and
increase in seasonal population.
The relatively minor increase in population growth is reflective of the fact that County
development is substantially constrained, with future development potential and population
growth limited by the amount of land in public ownership and the scarcity of vacant W
developable land, together with growth restrictions dictated by the County's Residential Rate
of Growth Ordinance (ROGO) and Non-Residential Rate of Growth Ordinance (NROGO). a.
These growth ordinances were developed following designation of the Florida Keys Area of
State Critical Concern and the completion of the Florida Keys Carrying Capacity Study. The
County's total ROGO annual allocation for new residential building permits is 197 dwelling CL
units per year. This provides a firm basis for predicting future water supply allocation needs.
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3.2 Maps of Current and Future Areas Served
A map depicting current and future County boundaries served by the FKAA is included as
Figure 1 on page 8 of this document.
3.3 Potable Water Level of Service (LOS) Standard
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of 100 gallons/capita/day, which was based on historical data through December 2011 and 0
provided by FKAA in December 2012,. The unincorporated Monroe County 2018 functional
population was 72,201. Therefore, 7.2 MGD or more of water supply capacity is required to
meet the adopted concurrency standard for residential potable water.
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The population estimates and projections and the potable water demand projections for 0
unincorporated Monroe County are presented below in Table 1. The projections are through <
the year 2030. The population projections are consistent with the other elements of the
comprehensive plan. The water demands are for finished water.
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Table 1. Population & Potable Water Demand Projections
Year 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Functional Population 70,080 71,763 72,494 73,225 73,956
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Water Supply Demand 7.0 7.2 7.2 7.3 7.4
(MGD)
*Functional Population means total population:permanent plus seasonal residents.
(Source:Table 9-Monroe County 2010-2030 Population Projections March 15,2011,Keith and Schnars,
P.A.;Fishkind and Associates)
The population estimates and projections and the potable water demand projections for the
entire FKAA service area are presented below in Table 2. The projections are through the year
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Year 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030
Functional Population 155,288 157,400 159,051 160,703 162,355
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(Source:Table 7 -Monroe County 2010-2030 Population Projections March 15,2011,Keith and Schnars,P.A.;
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The FKAA Projected Finished Water Demand compares projected population and potable
water demand for the entire FKAA service area. In summary, FKAA's average daily water CL
demand for the entire service area is expected to increase from 17.7 MGD in 2018 to 19.1 U)
MGD in 2040. FKAA's current Water Use Permit provides an annual allocation of 8,751
Million Gallons (MG) or 23.98 MGD which is sufficient to meet water demand projections.
3.5 Water Supply Provided by Local Government
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Monroe County does not supply potable water to Unincorporated Monroe County and its
municipalities.
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3.6 Water Supply Provided by Other Entities
The Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority (FKAA) is the sole provider of potable water in the
Florida Keys, established by Special Legislation, Chapter 76-441, L.O.F. (as amended).
FKAA's primary water supply is the Biscayne Aquifer, a shallow groundwater source. The
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FKAA's wellfield is located within an environmentally protected pine rockland forest west of
Florida City. The location of the wellfield near Everglades National Park, along with 0
restrictions enforced by state and local regulatory agencies, contributes to the unusually high eat
water quality. These wells contain some of the highest quality groundwater in the state,
meeting all regulatory standards prior to treatment. Additionally, the FKAA is continually
monitoring, assessing, and working to eliminate potential hazards to our water source,
including inappropriate aquifer utilization,unsuitable land uses, and the potential for saltwater
intrusion.
The groundwater from the wellfield is treated at the FKAA's Water Treatment Facility in
Florida City, which currently has a maximum water treatment design capacity of 29.8 million
gallons per day (MGD). The primary water treatment process is a conventional lime L
softening/filtration water treatment plant and is capable of treating up to 23.8 MGD from the
Biscayne Aquifer. The secondary water treatment process is the newly constructed reverse U)
osmosis (RO) water treatment plant which is capable of producing 6 MGD from the brackish
Floridan Aquifer. The product water from these treatment processes is then disinfected and
fluoridated. The FKAA treated water is pumped 130 miles from Florida City to Key West
supplying water to the entire Florida Keys.
The FKAA maintains storage tank facilities which provide an overall storage capacity of 45.2
million gallons system wide. The sizes of tanks vary from 0.2 to 5.0 million gallons. These
tanks are utilized during periods of peak water demand and serve as an emergency water
supply. Since the existing transmission line serves the entire Florida Keys (including Key
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must be considered together, rather than in separate service districts.
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produce potable water under emergency conditions. The RO desalination plants have design CL
capacities of 2.0 and 1.0 MGD, respectively.
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potable water sufficient to fight fires. Outside of Key West, firefighters rely on a variety of
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water sources, including tankers, swimming pools, and salt water either from drafting sites on c.
the open water or from specially constructed fire wells. Although sufficient flow to fight fires
is not guaranteed, new hydrants are being installed as water lines are replaced to make water
available for fire-fighting purposes, and pump station/tank facilities are being upgraded to <
provide additional fire flow and pressure. A map of the key FKAA transmission and
distribution facilities is shown in Figure 1 on the following page.
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Demand for Potable Water
Figures 2 and 3 provide a historical overview of the water demands in the FKAA service area
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including Water Use Permit (WUP) allocation limits, yearly percent changes, and remaining
water allocations. In March 2008, South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) ate.
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approved the FKAA's modification of WUP 13-00005-5-W for a 20-year allocation from the
Biscayne and Floridan Aquifers. This modified WUP provides an annual allocation of 8,751
Million Gallons (MG) or 23.98 MGD and a maximum monthly allocation of 809 MG with a
limited annual withdrawal from the Biscayne Aquifer of 6,492 MG or 17.79 MGD and an
average dry season (December lst-April 30th) of 17.0 MGD.
In order to meet the requirements of this limitation, the FKAA constructed a new Floridan �I
Aquifer Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment system. This RO water treatment system is
designed to withdraw brackish water from the Floridan Aquifer, an alternative water source
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approximately 1,000 feet below the ground surface, and treat the water to drinking water
standards. The RO water treatment plant provides added capability to limit Biscayne aquifer >�
withdrawals and is designed to meet current and future water demands. The RO water
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public outreach, and assistance from municipal agencies in enforcing water conservation
ordinances.
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Year Withdrawal %Change
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2002 1 6,191 10.03% 1 7,274 1,083CL
2003 6,288 1.57% 7,274 986
2004 6,383 2.74% 7,274 813
2005 6,477 0.16% 7,274 803
2006 6,283 -2.49% 7,274 964
2007 5,850 -7.35% 7,274 1,428
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2011 6,327 6.89% 8,751 2,424
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2013 6,105 1.04% 8,751 2,646 _
2014 1 6,377 4.46% 8,751 2,374 �I
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2017 6,324 -2.13% 8,751 2,427
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-Unincorporated Monroe County 1740,200 2 155.814,134 2,774,528:488 2,777,263.688
City of Key West 477,900 1579 752473 2 033,138233 2,033,616.133
City of M.aratfi°n 587,900 5 10038439 656 418.438 65T,0.:06 338
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utilize seawater, a WUP is not required for these facilities.
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Source: Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority, 2019
The 2018 figures and projections for 2019 indicate a slight increase in annual average daily
demand from 17.64 to 18.2 MGD and an increase in maximum monthly demand from 586.04
MGD to 604.37 MG. Preliminary projections from FKAA for 2020 indicate no increase in
annual average daily demand from the 2019 projections.
Figure 6 provides the amount of water used on a per capita basis. Based on Functional
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Population and average daily demand, the average water consumption for 2018 was
approximately 113 gallons per capita (person), which reflects the entire FKAA service area,
including unincorporated Monroe County, Key West, Marathon, Islamorada, Key Colony
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2000 153,080 17,016,393 111 CL
2001 153,552 15,415,616 100 CL
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2002 154,023 16,962,082 110
2003 154,495 17,228,192 112
2004 154,924 17,652,596 114
2005 156,150 17,730,000 114
2006 155,738 17,287,671 111
2007 155,440 16,017,315 103
2008 154,728 16,285,383 105
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2010 155,288 16,210,959 104
2011 156,054 17,334,247 111
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2015 157,400 17,890,400 114
2016 157,730 17,704,100 112
2017 158,060 17,632,900 112 �+
2018 158,391 17,643,800 113
Source: 1. Monroe County Population Projections-Monroe County Planning Department,2011
2. Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority,2019
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FKAA has a 20-year Water System Capital Improvement Master Plan for water supply, water
treatment, transmission mains and booster pump stations, distribution mains, facilities and
structures, information technology, reclaimed water systems, and Navy water systems.
In 1989, FKAA embarked on the Distribution System Upgrade Program to replace
approximately 190 miles of galvanized lines throughout the Keys. FKAA continues to replace
and upgrade its distribution system throughout the Florida Keys and the schedule for these
upgrades is reflected in their long-range capital improvement plan.
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potable/alternative water systems planned by the FKAA. The total cost of the scheduled
improvements is approximately $140 million over the next 5 years. These projects are to be ii�
funded by the water rate structure, long-term bank loans, and grants. T_
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5imcntGn,Frant,'Atihithead 750,000 1,250,000 2,000,000
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Ocean Reef Gistrihutienand:5tcsrageImprovements 3,20Q,000 3,900,000 7,100,000
NewDistrihut.ien:5ystem ac N�Name Key 2,500,000 2,600,000
stocklsland Gara eReplacement - 420,00'0 420,000
Bn%GirderlRrid�e Ceatinecouplin3 Replacement - 3,870,00'0 3,8.70,000
Fla.rida City Ge-nerate.rCcntr�l Panel Replcaemnt 500,00'0 500,000
StucklslandPumpStativnnndGeneratcrReplacemert 7,0'00,00'0 7,000,000
R.epair'UpgradeSuLaclecus Cussing 2,0'00,00'0 2,000,,000
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Repair.'Upgrade Electrical and Instrumentat.ien 1,000,000 1,000,000
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current and future demands is provided by the following: The Biscayne permitted water supply
of 17.79 MGD,the 6.0 MGD RO water treatment plant,the new reclaimed water systems, and E
the ability to operate the 3.0 MGD RO desalination plants during emergency situations. The
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FKAA continues to monitor and track conditions and events that could negatively impact the
existing water supply. Any such impacts will be evaluated to determine future changes 0
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3.7 Conservation
One method of reducing water use and increasing the availability potable water is the N
implementation of Best Management Practices for water use. Mandatory outdoor water
restrictions,water rate pricing and xeriscape landscaping that utilizes native flora can all assist
in reducing potable water demand and the impacts of future growth.
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3.7.1 County-Wide Issues
Water conservation is one method available to promote the reduction of use and increase of )
availability of potable water. FKAA implements a high base water rate for water use, which
effectively deters wasteful water use. Implementation of mandatory year-round watering
restrictions also aid in conserving water. Additionally, FKAA is transitioning to smart meters
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3.7.2 Local Government Specific Actions, Programs, Regulations, or Opportunities
Monroe County will coordinate future water conservation efforts with the FKAA and the
SFWMD to ensure that proper techniques are applied. In addition,the County will continue to
support and existing goals, objectives and policies in the comprehensive plan that promote N
water conservation in a cost-effective and environmentally sound manner. The County will
also continue to actively support the SFWMD and FKAA in the implementation of new
regulations or programs that are structured to conserve water during the dry season.
Monroe County has also adopted an Interlocal Agreement between FKAA and Monroe
County, that will ensure the availability of potable water prior to the issuance of a building a.
permit. This agreement is referenced in the Goals, Objectives and Policies of the Monroe
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County 2030 Comprehensive Plan Policy 1301.1.10, which states: CL
Monroe County shall maintain an interlocal agreement with the FI"A which
establishes a mechanism whereby the FI"A and the County identify the availability
of water supply needed to serve existing and new development within the
Unincorporated Area, monitor the utilization of water supply, and implement such �
alternative water supply projects, traditional water supply projects, conservation
projects, and reuse necessary to meet Monroe County, water supply needs. (Ord.
No. 022-2009)
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3.8 Reuse
Water reuse is a method for supplementing water availability. Desalination at the source
through reverse osmosis is presently incorporated within the design of new water treatment
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facilities that tap into the Floridan Aquifer. Some local communities, such as Key Colony 2
Beach,use recycled water to irrigate its municipal golf course.However,the cost of developing 0
a centralized collection,treatment, and distribution system for recycled water in a county such eat
as Monroe that is less than 5 miles wide and 112 miles long, creates significant feasibility
challenges.
Monroe County, together with FKAA and the Key Largo Sanitary Sewer District, has
implemented a public infrastructure program to construct and operate central sewer collection
and treatment systems. Sewage treatment facilities will have the capability to make available
gray water for non-potable water applications, such as irrigation for County parks and
landscaped rights-of-way. However, the lack of possible users has inhibited the necessary
investment to create and maintain a viable reuse water distribution system.
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State law supports reuse efforts. For the past years, Florida's utilities, local governments, and
water management districts have led the nation in implementing water reuse programs that
increase the quantity of reclaimed water used and public acceptance of reuse programs. Section
373.250(1)F.S.provides that"water reuse programs designed and operated in compliance with
Florida's rules governing reuse are deemed protective of public health and environmental
quality." In addition, Section 403.064(1), F.S., provides that, "reuse is a critical component of
meeting the State's existing and future water supply needs while sustaining natural systems."
3.8.2 Local Government Specific Actions, Programs, Regulations, or Opportunities
The County will support the SFWMD and FKAA water reuse projects and implementation of
new regulations or programs designed to increase the volume of reclaimed water used and
public acceptance of reclaimed water. As a conservation measure, FKAA is transitioning to
smart meters which allow customers to electronically monitor usage,this will also include leak
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status reports. To further encourage water conservation, FKAA is exploring reorganizing their
rate structure.
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The County has established regulations limiting the clearing of native habitat and requiring CL
landscaping consisting of native plants, which are more drought tolerant and demand less v)
irrigation than most non-native species. Irrigation standards have also been established which
all proposed systems must meet. Incentives for the installation of cistern rain collection <
systems are also encouraged, such as the granting of positive points in the Rate of Growth
Ordinance permit allocation system.
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As part of the County's 5-Year Greenkeys Sustainability Action Plan, recommended projects .�
such as low-flow water fixtures installed throughout County facilities, County employee
training program on water conservation office practices, and collaboration with FKAA on
rebates and public education all aim to conserve water. Additionally, Monroe County along
with municipalities within the County and FKAA are collaborating to create and implement w
future programs,policies and/or regulations to further conservation efforts.
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3.9 Climate Change and Sea Level Rise 2
Southeast Florida is widely considered one of the most vulnerable regions to the impacts of
climate change and sea level rise. This is especially true of the Florida Keys, a 112-mile string
of offshore islands connected by US 1 to Miami-Dade County. As discussed earlier,potential
landward movement of the salt water intrusion line resulting from the impact of sea level rise
may affect future decisions regarding the implementation of capital improvements, requiring
adaptation mitigation strategies to preserve the potable water supply. Monroe County's climate
change and sustainability consultants have recently summarized hydrologic modeling by the
United States Geological Survey that suggests relatively low risk to the FKAA wellfields in
Florida City under even the worst-case 2060 sea level rise scenarios. However, FKAA
continues to monitor the most current data and analysis regarding this issue.
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FKAA presently operates two reverse osmosis (RO) plants within Monroe County, in
Marathon and Stock Island,which have a combined production capacity of 3 MGD. A Floridan
wellfield and RO water treatment facility were constructed by FKAA in Florida City and have
been operational since the fall of 2009. This RO water treatment plant treats the brackish water
of the Floridan Aquifer and has a production capacity of 6 MGD. Storage facilities maintained
by the FKAA have a total storage capacity of 45.2 MG; of this amount, there is 12 MG of
storage available in above ground storage reservoirs at Florida City. The remaining capacity is Ile
obtained from tanks located throughout the transmission and distribution system that provide
an additional 33.2 MG of storage capacity. It is therefore anticipated that FKAA will be well Ui
positioned to accommodate Monroe County's future water demands as sea level rise impacts
South Florida's regional water supply.
4.0 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
4.1 Work Plan Projects
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The Monroe County 2030 Comprehensive Plan has adopted a LOS of 100 gallons/capita/day.
The County will continue to work with FKAA to ensure that the adopted LOS is maintained.
Adoption by reference of Section 7.2 of the FKAA 20-Year Water System Capital
Improvement Master Plan (see Exhibit A) will link water availability and programmed
improvements with the County's Concurrency Management System through the establishment
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Exhibit 7-2 of the FKAA 20-Year Water System Capital Improvement Master Plan will serve
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The adopted and presently effective Monroe County Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan includes c�
several Goals, Objectives and Policies (GOPs) that implement water supply concurrency and
conservation. These GOPs are located within the Potable Water Element, Intergovernmental
Coordination Element, Conservation and Coastal Management Element, Future Land Use
Element and Capital Improvements Element.
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5.1 Potable Water Element
GOAL 701
Monroe County shall support FKAA in the fulfillment of their statutory obligation and
authority to provide for a safe, high quality and adequate supply, treatment, distribution, and
conservation of potable water to meet the needs of present and future residents.
[§163.3177(6)(c), F.S., §163.3177(6)(c)2., F.S.] �
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Monroe County shall ensure that at the time a certificate of occupancy or its functional
equivalent is issued, adequate potable water supply, treatment, and distribution
facilities are available to support the development at the adopted level of service U-
standards. [§163.3177(6)(c), F.S.,]
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Policy 701.1.1
Monroe County hereby adopts the following level of service standards to
achieve Objective 701.1 and shall use these standards as the basis for
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determining facility capacity and the demand generated by a development.
[§163.3180(1)(b)., F.S., §163.3180(2)., F.S., §163.3177(3)(a)3., F.S.]
Level of Service Standards
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100 gal./capita/day*
*Note: Based on historical data through December 2011; provided by
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Shall be as defined by Chapter 62-550 F.A.C.
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By January 4, 1997, Monroe County shall maintain land development E
regulations which provide a Concurrency Management System (See Capital
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Improvements Policy 1401.4.5). The Concurrency Management System shall
ensure that no certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent will be issued 0
for new development unless adequate potable water supply, treatment, and <
distribution facilities needed to support the development at the adopted level of
service standards are available. [§163.3180(1)(b)., F.S., §163.3180(2)., F.S.,
§163.3177(3)(a)3., F.S., §163.3177(6)(c)., F.S.]
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Policy 701.1.3
2 shall specify procedures for updating facility demand and capacity
information,utilizing data provided by the FKAA as potable water facilities are
installed or upgraded. [§163.3180(2)., F.S.]
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Policy 701.1.4
Monroe County shall implement a concurrency management system that is U)
consistent with the South Florida Water Management District Lower East Coast u
Regional Water Supply Plan and Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority 20 year
Water System Capital Improvement Master Plan. (Ord. 022-2009)
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Policy 701.1.5
Monroe County shall prepare and maintain a 10-year Water Supply Work Plan
that identifies alternative water supply projects, traditional water supply
projects, conservation, and reuse necessary to meet the Monroe County
Unincorporated Area water supply needs, consistent with the South Florida
Water Management District Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan and
the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority 20year Water System Capital
Improvement Master Plan. (Ord. 022-2009) [§163.3177(6)(c)3., F.S. ] uJ
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Monroe County adopts the Monroe County 10-Year Water Supply Facilities
Work Plan update, dated August 2019, by reference, into the Comprehensive
Plan. Monroe County shall update the 10-year Water Supply Work Plan every c.
5 years or within 18 months after the governing board of the South Florida
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Water Management District approves an updated regional water supply plan. c.
(Ord. 022-2009) [§163.3177(6)(c)3., F.S.]
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Monroe County shall work cooperatively with the FKAA, South Florida Water
Management District (SFWMD), Miami-Dade County, and the Cities of Layton, Key
Colony Beach, Marathon, Key West and the Village of Islamorada to ensure the
protection and availability of an adequate raw water supply at the Florida City Wellfield .�
to meet the needs of Monroe County through the year 2030. [§163.3177(6)(h)1., F.S.]
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Policy 701.2.1
Monroe County shall work closely with FKAA in their renewal of the Florida
City Wellfield consumptive use permit issued by SFWMD.
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Policy 701.2.2
Monroe County shall encourage the use of alternative water sources such as 0
reverse osmosis, cisterns and water re-use, and shall evaluate the feasibility of <
using such alternative sources in the event that the necessary withdrawals from
the Biscayne Aquifer are limited.
Policy 701.2.3
The Monroe County shall coordinate with the FKAA for the consumptive use
permitting process. This coordination shall include providing information
regarding future land use growth patterns, population trends, growth
management policies and demand projections to ensure consistency between
the FKAA permitting process and the Monroe County Comprehensive Plan. L
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Monroe County shall annually supply FKAA and SFWMD with the Public u
Facilities Capacity Report prepared in accordance with Capital Improvements
Policy 1401.4.9. These annual reports shall include the latest information on
land use,population trends, and growth management policies as well as facility
capacity analyses using data supplied by service providers.
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Monroe County shall coordinate and provide comments on the SFWMD plans,
such as water supply, cost,needs and sources, and water conservation plans, as
they are developed.
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Monroe County shall continue to coordinate with the Cities of Layton, Key
Colony Beach, Marathon, Key West, the Village of Islamorada, and FKAA as
necessary to facilitate system-wide compatibility on such potable water-related
issues as potable water levels of service, consumption projections, water
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Obiective 701.3
Monroe County shall work cooperatively with Miami-Dade County to encourage land v)
use planning and development controls which shall protect the recharge area of the
Florida City Wellfield from potential sources of groundwater contamination, saltwater <
intrusion and overextraction. [§163.3177(6)(c)., F.S., §163.3177(6)(h)l., F.S.]
Policy 701.3.1
Protection of the Florida City Wellfield shall be accomplished through the .�
Miami-Dade County Wellfield Protection Ordinance and the SFWMD Water
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By January 4, 1998,Monroe County shall maintain an interlocal agreement with
FKAA and Miami-Dade County. This agreement shall provide Monroe County E
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with an opportunity to comment on land use and regulatory issues related to the
Florida City Wellfield, aquifer and aquifer recharge area. It shall set forth 0
procedures for review of land use and regulatory activities identified as having <
potentially significant impacts on the aquifer recharge and water supply systems
especially concerning hazardous waste generation. Criteria for determination of
significant impacts shall be included in the interlocal agreement.
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Obiective 701AMonroe County shall continue to coordinate with FKAA to ensure
adequate capacity is available to provide for fire flows for protection of the public
health, welfare and safety. [§163.3177(3)(a)3., F.S.]
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Policy 701.4.1
Monroe County shall coordinate with the FKAA, in accordance with its Capital U)
Improvements Program, to continue upgrading the distribution system toward u
the goal of providing fire flow capabilities throughout Florida Keys as funds
and land are available. Fire flows shall meet the provisions of the Florida Fire
Prevention Code.
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All commercial facilities not along U.S. 1 shall provide"on site"fire abatement
unless identified in the Agreement Between Monroe County and the Florida
Keys Aqueduct Authority for Installation and Maintenance of Fire Hydrants in
Unincorporated Monroe County.
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Policy 701.4.2
Monroe County shall require that at the time a construction permit is issued, w
adequate fire flow is supplied to the site in accordance with the Florida Fire
Prevention Code. c.
Obiective 701.5
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Within one (1)year of the adoption of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, Monroe
County shall implement a landscape ordinance consisting of water conservation
measures which may include Florida Friendly provisions. �I
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During the development of updated land development regulations, Monroe
County shall coordinate with the FKAA to evaluate building codes, utility
regulations, landscaping ordinances, and public education programs for w
implementation of water conservation measures. [§163.3177(6)(c), F.S.]
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Policy 701.5.3
Monroe County shall coordinate with the FKAA in accordance with their Water 0
Conservation Plan to implement a leak detection program and a conservation <
rate structure. Monroe County shall coordinate with the FKAA, the SFWMD,
and other affected organizations, to formulate and initiate implementation of a
joint public education program for water conservation.
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Policy 701.5.4
Monroe County shall continue to comply with SFWMD water use restrictions
including all Phase I and Phase I(modified) water use restrictions when water
shortages are declared by the SFWMD.
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Policy 701.5.5
Monroe County shall coordinate with the Florida Department of Health(DOH) U)
to permit utilization of reclaimed water storage systems and utilization for all
exterior irrigation and flushing purposes.Upon receipt of authorization,policies
shall be developed to implement the use of reclaimed water storage systems
where economically feasible. N
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Monroe County shall permit and encourage rainwater capture for all non-
potable uses and for safe household potable uses. [§163.3177(6)(c)., F.S.]
Policy 701.5.7
Within one (1) year of adoption of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, Monroe
County shall evaluate the permit allocation and point system to consider
assigning a positive point rating to developments utilizing alternative water
collection systems which conserve potable water supply. c.
Policy 701.5.8
As the water conservation measures set forth in Policies 701.5.1 through
701.5.7 are implemented,Monroe County shall re-evaluate the adopted potable c.
water levels of service through the evaluation and appraisal report process.
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Obiective 701.6 c.
In coordination with the FKAA, Monroe County shall continue to maximize the use of
existing facilities and discourage urban sprawl_ [§163.3177(6)(c)2., F.S.]
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Policy 701.6.1
Monroe County shall annually evaluate proposed FKAA capital improvements
for inclusion in the annual update of the County's CIE Schedule.
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Existing facilities shall be maximized by encouraging capital developments in
already developed areas and discouraging extension of facilities to undeveloped
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GOAL 1101
Monroe County shall protect the quality and quantity of water in the potable water aquifer and
in the freshwater lens systems so as to ensure public health, conserve the public water supply,
and preserve ecosystems dependent upon freshwater. [§163.3177(6)(c), F.S.],
Objective 1101.1
Monroe County shall work cooperatively with Miami-Dade County to encourage land
use planning and development controls which shall protect the recharge area of the
Florida City Wellfield from potential sources of groundwater contamination, saltwater
intrusion and over-extraction. (See Potable Water Objective 701.4 and related policies.)
[§163.3177(6)(d), F.S.] )
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Objective 1101.2
Monroe County shall provide for the protection of groundwater within the
unincorporated areas.
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Monroe County shall undertake activities which shall reduce pollutant entry
into groundwater, summarized as follows: Sri
1. Monroe County shall develop and implement permitting, inspection and i
enforcement procedures designed to reduce pollutant discharges into
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a) on-site disposal systems (See Sanitary Sewer Goal 901 and
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related objectives and policies);
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c) stormwater runoff(See Drainage Element Objective 100 1.1 and
related policies);
d) pesticides used for mosquito control — Monroe County shall
coordinate with the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District to
promote mosquito control techniques which will reduce the
entry of pollutants from aerial pesticide applications into
groundwater);
e) fuel storage tanks — Monroe County shall coordinate with the c
Department of Health (DOH)to continue undertaking activities <
designed to reduce pollutant discharges into ground and surface >�
waters from aboveground and underground fuel storage tanks
(See Conservation and Coastal Management Objective 202.12
and related policies); and
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activities which support existing state and federal laws <
pertaining to the handling, transportation and disposal of
hazardous wastes (See Solid Waste Objective 801.5 and related
policies.)
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Policy 1101.2.2
Monroe County shall continue to restrict the percentage of impervious surfaces
on development sites through application of the Open Space Requirements in
the Land Development Code. These regulations shall be met or exceeded in
order to minimize impervious areas and to protect freshwater lens recharge
areas. [§163.3177(6)(c), F.S.]
Policy 1101.2.3
Monroe County shall consider altering the minimum required open space ratios,
and other development regulations, to protect the quantity and quality of
groundwater in the freshwater lens systems. [§163.3177(6)(c), F.S.]
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GOAL 211
Monroe County shall conserve and protect potable water resources and cooperate with
regional efforts to ensure the continued availability of high quality potable water. w
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Obiective 211.1
Monroe County shall encourage the use of water conservation strategies, including,but
not limited to cisterns, on-site stormwater collection systems used for irrigation and c.
bio-swales, and work cooperatively with FKAA and Miami-Dade County to encourage
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are maintained which protects the recharge area of the Florida City Wellfield from
potential sources of groundwater contamination and saltwater intrusion. (See Potable
Water Objective 701.3 and related policies). [§163.3177(6)d.2.b., F.S.; <
§163.3177(6)d.2.c., F.S.]
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Policy 211.1.1 .�
Monroe County shall continue to assist the FKAA with water conservation
efforts, including implementing the FKAA's Water Conservation Plan,
consistent with SFWMD's Water Shortage Plan and Water Consumption
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(See Potable Water Objective 701.5 and related policies). [§163.3177(6)d.2.b.,
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Policy 211.1.2 0
Monroe County has identified the freshwater lens system and associated <
recharge areas of the Florida Keys as noted within Water Resources of Big Pine
Key, Florida, (Hanson, 1980). Within one (1) year after the adoption of the
2030 Comprehensive Plan, the County shall adopt land development
regulations that regulate the storage and use of hazardous materials in recharge
areas, prohibiting new water withdrawals, and phasing out existing water
withdrawals to protect freshwater lenses. [§163.3177(6)d.2.b., F.S.;
§163.3177(6)d.2.i., F.S.]
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GOAL 101
Monroe County shall manage future growth to enhance the quality of life, ensure the safety of
County residents and visitors, and protect valuable natural resources. [§163.3177(1), F.S.]
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Obiective 101.1
Monroe County shall ensure that all development and redevelopment taking place
within its boundaries does not result in a reduction of the level-of-service requirements
established and adopted by this comprehensive plan. Further, Monroe County shall
ensure that comprehensive plan amendments include an analysis of the availability of
facilities and services or demonstrate that the adopted levels of service can be
reasonably met. [§163.3177 & 163.3180, F. S.]
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Policy 101.1.1
Monroe County shall maintain level of service (LOS) standards for the
following public facility types required by Chapter 163, F.S.: sanitary sewer,
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solid waste, drainage, and potable water. Additionally the County shall
maintain LOS for roads, and parks and recreation. The LOS standards are c.
established in the following sections of the Comprehensive Plan:
2. The LOS for potable water is established in Potable Water Policy
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Policy 101.1.3
Facilities for potable water, sanitary sewer, solid waste and drainage shall be in
place and available to serve new development no later than the issuance of the .�
certificate of occupancy or its functional equivalent. If facility improvements
are needed to ensure that the adopted level-of-service standards are achieved c
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assure construction or improvement of the facility. [163.3180, F. S.]
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Obiective 1401.4
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Monroe County shall coordinate land use decisions and fiscal resources with a schedule
of capital improvements in order to maintain the adopted level of service (LOS)
standards for both issued development orders and future development. N
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Policy 1401.4.1
Monroe County shall adopt and maintain level of service (LOS) standards for
the following public facility types: roads, sanitary sewer, solid waste, drainage,
potable water, and parks and recreation. The LOS standards are established in
the following sections of the Comprehensive Plan: U)
2. The LOS for potable water is established in Potable Water Policy
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Policy 1401.4.4
Public facilities and services needed to support development shall be available
in accordance with the adopted levels of service referenced in Policy 1401.4.1.
Development approval may be phased to allow the provision of public facilities
and services necessary to maintain the adopted levels of service.
Policy 1401.4.5
Monroe County hereby adopts a Concurrency Management System to ensure
that facilities and services needed to support development are available
concurrent with the impact of development. The Concurrency Management
System shall ensure that the County shall issue no development order or permit
which results in a reduction in the level of service (LOS) below the adopted c.
LOS standards referenced in Policy 1401.4.1 for those public facilities that are
subject to the system. The guidelines established in Policies 1401.4.6, 1401.4.7, c.
1401.4.8, 1401.4.9, and 1401.4.10 shall ensure that concurrency is successfully
implemented.
Policy 1401.4.6
The following guidelines identify the stages in the development review process
when the test for concurrency must be met. �I
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order is a development order that precedes the issuance of a building
permit, such as a subdivision plat, development plan, certificate of
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concurrency determination prior to receiving a preliminary
development order.
2. Final Development Order Stage - A final development order is a
building permit or any other development permit authorizing the
construction or expansion of a structure, an increase in development
intensity, or a change of use requiring a new certificate of occupancy. A
proposed development must receive a final concurrency determination
prior to receiving a final development order.
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The following guidelines identify the minimum criteria necessary to meet the L
concurrency requirements of each public facility type.
1. The concurrency requirements for potable water, solid waste, sanitary 2�,
sewer, and drainage facilities and services shall be satisfied if one or
more of the following conditions are met:
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a) the necessary facilities and services are in place at the time a
development permit is issued; or
b) the necessary facilities and services are in place at the time a
certificate of occupancy, or its functional equivalent is issued.
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2. The concurrency requirements for recreational facilities shall be
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parks and recreational facilities, which shall be dedicated to or
acquired by the County prior to issuance of a building permit, or
funds in the amount of the developer's fair share are committed c.
no later than the approval to commence construction; or
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b) an enforceable development agreement guarantees that the
necessary facilities and services will be in place with the
issuance of the applicable development permit. An enforceable <
development agreement may include, but is not limited to,
development agreements pursuant to section 163.3220, F.S., or
an agreement or development order issued pursuant to Chapter
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3. The concurrency requirements for roads shall be satisfied if one or more
of the following conditions are met:
a) conditions 1(a) or 1(b) listed above; or
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b) a binding executed contract is in place at the time the
development permit is issued which provides for the
commencement of the actual construction of the required 'a
facilities or provision of services; or
c) an enforceable development agreement guarantees that the
necessary facilities and services will be in place with the
issuance of the applicable development permit. An enforceable
development agreement may include, but is not limited to,
development agreements pursuant to section 163.3220, F.S., or
an agreement or development order issued pursuant to Chapter
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Policy 1401.4.10 )
Monroe County shall use the following guidelines for interpreting and applying
level of service standards to development order applications. For the purposes
of this policy,reserve capacity refers to the capacity of existing public facilities
plus the capacity of public facilities which do not exist but which meet the
applicable requirements of Policy 1401.4.7, less the existing demand for those
facilities and the demand expected to be created for those facilities by approved
but unbuilt development as determined by the databases in Policy 1401.4.9.
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1. Potable Water- The County shall not render a final concurrency
determination unless the quantity of water available under the FKAA
Consumptive Use Permit meets or exceeds the estimated water demand
of the proposed development together with the estimated water demand u o
of all existing and committed development.
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Within five (5) years after the adoption of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan,
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up to the 2030 horizon, based upon the vulnerability mapping identified in
Policy 1502.1.4, for capacity to accommodate projected sea-level rise over the
life expectancy of that infrastructure. Monroe County shall identify the <
infrastructure within those areas, its useful life and any retrofits or capital
projects necessary to address the impacts of sea level rise. These strategies may
include defense, accommodation, or and retreat projects, or not building
planned infrastructure in vulnerable locations, to address the impacts of sea .�
level rise. Monroe County will consider developing design criteria, in
conjunction with a broader asset management planning process.
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Policy 1502.1.6
Within five (5) years after the adoption of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan,
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standard for infrastructure and public facilities that may include a sea level rise
assumption of 3"-7" by 2030 as developed by the Southeast Regional Climate 0
Compact. The County shall review and update sea level rise projections when <
new and pertinent data is available.
Policy 1502.1.7
Monroe County shall ensure that new, renovated and replacement public
facilities and infrastructure, such as streets and bridges, water and wastewater
treatment plants,police stations and fire stations, and any other public facilities
that the County has authority over, are designed in a manner which considers
the useful life of public facilities and infrastructure. The County shall also
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consider the potential impacts from climate change, including rising sea levels
and shoreline stabilization needs, on its infrastructure and public facilities.
Policy 1503.1.5
Consistent with the Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan, Monroe
County shall encourage FKAA to continue expanding water auditing programs
to increase the scope of the audits and identify opportunities to reduce system
leaks and promote water conservation retrofitting.
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Policy 1503.1.6
Within one(1)year after the adoption of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan,Monroe
County shall develop policies to increase water conservation, which may
include the adoption of a recognized standard such as the South Florida Water
Management District's "Water Star" or EPA's "Water Sense" programs.
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Policy 1503.1.7
Within five (5) years after the adoption of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan,
Monroe County shall determine the appropriate climate change considerations
(including but not limited to, emergency management, flood risk, storm surge,
threats to potable water supply, the potential for changing habitat and c.
landscapes, the need for shoreline stabilization and the potential impacts to
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infrastructure necessary to serve proposed uses) to evaluate when reviewing c.
land use amendments.
6.0 REGIONAL ISSUES IDENTIFIED IN REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY PLANS
6.1 Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update, November 8, 2018
The sole source provider of potable water to Monroe County is FKAA, whose wellfield is 0
located in Florida City. The limited availability of SAS withdrawals, presents a potential risk c
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to the water supply for all of Monroe County. FKAA is a permitted Floridan Aquifer User,
which should offset any anticipated drought-driven salt water intrusion event. FKAA also w
operates reverse osmosis facilities in Marathon and Stock Island.
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6.2 Integrating Climate Change &Water Supply Planning In Southeast Florida,
Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, June 10, 2014
The Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, which includes Palm Beach, �.
Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties, predicts that the sea level will rise (the
Compact's A Unified Sea Level Rise Projection for Southeast Florida [October,2015]predicts
that the sea level will rise between 6 and 10 inches by 2030). This may have implications
regarding the ability of the local utility to provide fresh potable water from the Biscayne
Aquifer to Monroe County as the salt water intrusion line shifts westward towards the FKAA
wellfield. Monroe County's climate change and sustainability consultants have recently
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summarized hydrologic modeling by the United States Geological Survey that suggests
relatively low risk to the FKAA wellfields in Florida City under even the worst-case 2060 sea
level rise scenarios. However, FKAA continues to monitor the most current data and analysis U)
regarding this issue. u
7.0 REFERENCES
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• Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority, 20-Year Water System Capital Improvement Master
Plan, December 2006
• Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority, Annual Water Demand Update Through 2030 Sri
• Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority, Annual Water Demand Update by Municipal
Boundary U_
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• Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority Projected 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Keith and Schnars, P.A.and Fishkind and Associates, Monroe County 2010-2030
Population Projections, March 15, 2011
• Monroe County Growth Management, Monroe County 2030 Comprehensive Plan
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• South Florida Water Management District, Lower East Coast Water Supply Plan Update,
November 8, 2018 e(
• Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, A Unified Sea Level Rise
Projection for Southeast Florida, October, 2015
• Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, Integrating Climate Change & ac'.
Water Supply Planning In Southeast Florida, June 10, 2014 U)
8.0 EXHIBITS
Exhibit A: Section 7.2 of the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority 20-Year Water System
Capital Improvement Master Plan, December 2006.
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