Item M4BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
"A.M. TIME APPROXIMATE REQUESTED"
Meeting Date: Wed., April 16, 2008
Bulk Item: Yes No XX
Division: BOCC
Department: Comm. Di Gennaro, District 4
Staff Contact Person: Tamara Lundstrom
(305 289-6000)
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval of Resolution supporting the Florida Keys Scenic
Corridor Alliance (FKSCA) and efforts for National Scenic Byways and All -American Road
designation and funding implementation.
ITEM BACKGROUND: In June 2001, FDOT designated the Florida Keys Overseas Highway a
State Scenic Highway. In July 2007 the Florida Key Scenic Corridor Alliance was established to
be the corridor management entity responsible for implementing the goals and objectives
concerning the Florida Keys Scenic Highway. The State Scenic Highways Program allows
application to the National Scenic Byways program for national recognition. The TDC approved
a similar Resolution of support for FKSCA on March 25, 2008.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
TOTAL COST:
COST TO COUNTY:
BUDGETED: Yes No
SOURCE OF FUNDS:
REVENUE PRODUCING: Yes No AMOUNT PER MONTH Year
APPROVED BY: County Atty OMB/Purchasing Risk Management _
DOCUMENTATION: Included XX Not Required
DISPOSITION:
Revised 2/05
AGENDA ITEM #
RESOLUTION NO. - 2008
A RESOLUTION OF THE MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, FLORIDA,
SUPPORTING THE FLORIDA KEYS SCENIC
BYWAY CORRIDOR ALLIANCE AND EFFORTS
FOR NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAYS AND ALL
AMERICAN ROAD DESIGNATION AND FUNDING
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in 1997 Clean Florida Keys applied to the State of Florida
Department of Transportation Scenic Byways Program to designate the Florida Keys
Overseas Highway as a state scenic highway; and
WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportation designated the Florida
Keys Overseas Highway a state scenic highway in June 2001; and
WHEREAS, in July 2007, the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance was
established to be the Corridor Management Entity that is responsible for implementing
the goals and objectives of the Florida Keys Scenic Highway; and
WHEREAS, the state scenic highways program allows application to the National
Scenic Byways program for national recognition; and
WHEREAS, the National Scenic Byways designation recognizes those roads
across the country that exhibit one or more of six intrinsic qualities -- scenic, natural,
historic, recreational, archaeological, or cultural — contributing towards a unique travel
experience; and
WHEREAS, to be considered for designation as a National Scenic Byway, a road
must possess characteristics of regional significance within at least one of the intrinsic
quality categories; and
and
WHEREAS the Florida Keys Scenic Highway contains all six intrinsic qualities;
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WHEREAS, as of 2006, there are 126 National Scenic Byways from 44 states, of
which only 26 also are designated as All American Roads, which are significant locally,
nationally, and globally; and
WHEREAS, the main benefit to scenic highway designation is resource
protection to preserve, enhance and maintain corridor resources for future generations
to enjoy; and
WHEREAS, the scenic highway designation will promote overatl economic
growth by generating an increase in demand for travel industry services such as
recreational tours, lodging, restaurants, gas stations and other tourist -related
businesses; which will be felt in all sectors of the local economy; and
WHEREAS, the byway must demonstrate strong community support and develop
a corridor management plan that describes in details the preservation, marketing and
improvement strategies for the byway; and
WHEREAS, the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance membership includes
representatives from all Florida Keys chambers of commerce; municipalities, and federal
and state agencies national, state and local parks; the Florida Keys National Marine
Sanctuary and Everglades National Park, non-profit organizations, homeowners
associations and private citizens; and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners acknowledges
that the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor (the 'Corridor") provides important historical,
scenic, natural, cultural, archaeological and recreational resources within and adjacent
to the U.S. Highway 1 (the "Highway") from Key Largo to Key West; and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners also
acknowledges that the intrinsic qualities provided by the Corridor enhance the driving,
biking, walking and paddling experiences, as well as other forms of recreation; and
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WHEREAS, the Corridor is a source for education, enjoyment, healthy exercise
and relaxation for residents, and international and domestic visitors to the Florida Keys;
and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners also
recognizes the importance of the designation of U.S. Highway 1 as a National Scenic
Byway I All American Road; and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners believes that
designation of U.S. Highway 1 as a National Scenic Byway / All American Road will
foster resource preservation, economic well-being, general recreational welfare and
education of the residents and visitors of Monroe County; and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
supports the promotion, development and maintenance of the Florida Keys Scenic
Corridor, the Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail and the Florida Keys Overseas
Paddling Trail; and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners benefits from
the location of existing and planned facilities for the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor; and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners, where
appropriate, will assist in furthering the goals of the Florida Keys Scenic Highway
Corridor Management Plan and the Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail Master Plan;
and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners finds that it is
in the best interests of the Keys community to assist and support the Florida Keys
Scenic Corridor Alliance in recognizing, preserving and enhancing the Florida Keys
Scenic Corridor.
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERSbF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners hereby
supports the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance in its efforts for National Scenic
Byway / All American Road designation of U.S. Highway 1.
Section 2. That this resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED ON THIS 16th DAY OF APRIL, 2008.
Mayor Charles "Sonny" McCoy
Mayor Pro Tern Mario Di Gennaro
Commissioner Sylvia Murphy
Commissioner George Neugent
Commissioner Dixie Spehar
ATTEST:
CLERK OF THE COURT
Charles "Sonny" McCoy, MAYOR
MONROE COUNTY ATTOR
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Good afternoon! Hope all is going swimmingly...;
At yesterday's TDC meeting, Judy Hull, Islamorada Chamber, and I spoke to Mario about the attached Florida
Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance resolution. The resolution unanimously passed the TDC and Mario said he would
be willing to put on the agenda for the next BOCC meeting in Key West for approval by the county commission.
I am planning to be at the Key West meeting and I think so is Judy, who is also the president of the Scenic
Corridor Alliance.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Jackie
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3/26/2008
Monroe County Tourist Development Council
March 25, 2008
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Mr. Underwood reviewed the "value added" program that the TDC is working on as a spring and
summer initiative. This is a free program that will be on the TDC website and is available to
tourist related businesses in the Keys.
Mr. Wheeler thanked Floridakeys.com, Florida Keys Lodging Association, and Key West
Attractions for working together and the Chambers for getting out the word about the "value
added" program.
N.5. Consideration and Action re: Florida Scenic Highway Resolution: The Florida Keys
Scenic Corridor Alliance is requesting that the Monroe County Tourist Development Council
(TDC) pass a resolution of support for the Alliance in its efforts for National Scenic Byway/Ali
American Road designation of US1.
In July of 2007, the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor was established to be a management entity
that is responsible for implementing the goals and objectives of the Florida Keys Scenic
Highway.
Ms. Judy Hull, the President of the Alliance, addressed the Board in requesting TDC support for
the program.
Ms. Irwin moved approval to support the resolution, Mr. Rego seconded. In discussion,
Mr. Marzella asked how this program compared with others that have come and gone such as
the "rails to trails". His concern was that a project was started but then maintenance and
upkeep are forgotten. Ms. Hull said that this program was the "Grandfather" compared to the
other programs and was only to provide a grant opportunity, not to create or provide
maintenance for the project, that would be the responsibility of the entity applying for the grant.
Ms. Irwin said that it was good to have a group come to the TDC requesting support for a good
cause without the TDC needing to provide money for it.
A roll call vote was taken with the following results:
Mr. Todd Firm
Yes
Mr. Lou Hernandez
Yes
Ms. Rita Irwin
Yes
Mr. Jay Marzella
Yes
Mr. Frank Rego
Yes
Mr. Freddy Varela
Yes
Mr. Douglas Wright
Yes
Commissioner Mario Di Gennaro
Yes. Motion passed.
Public Industry Input: Ms. Harder thanked Floridakeys.com for donating the space for the
"value added" program. She said it was greatly appreciated during this slow time.
Mr. Newman noted that the Good Morning segment on Islamorada would air on April 13th, 2008.
Ms. Irwin said that on May 17th, there is a 100 mile running race from Key Largo to Key West.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-
A RESOLUTION OF THE MONROE COUNTY TOURIST
DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (TDC), FLORIDA,
SUPPORTING THE FLORIDA KEYS SCENIC BYWAY
CORRIDOR ALLIANCE AND EFFORTS FOR NATIONAL
SCENIC BYWAYS AND ALL AMERICAN ROAD
DESIGNATION AND FUNDING IMPLEMENTATION; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in 1997 Clean Florida Keys applied to the state of Florida
Department of Transportation Scenic Byways Program to designate the Florida Keys
Overseas Highway as a state scenic highway; and
WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportation designated the Florida
Keys Overseas Highway a state scenic highway in June 2001; and
WHEREAS, in July 2007, the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance was
established to be the Corridor Management Entity that is responsible for implementing
the goals and objectives of the Florida Keys Scenic Highway; and
WHEREAS, the state scenic highways program allows application to the National
Scenic Byways program for national recognition; and
WHEREAS, the National Scenic Byways designation recognizes those roads
across the country that exhibit one or more of six intrinsic qualities — scenic, natural,
historic, recreational, archaeological, or cultural — contributing towards a unique travel
experience; and
WHEREAS, to be considered for designation as a National Scenic Byway, a road
must possess characteristics of regional significance within at least one of the intrinsic
quality categories; and
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and
WHEREAS the Florida Keys Scenic Highway contains all six intrinsic qualities;
WHEREAS, as of 2006, there are 126 National Scenic Byways from 44 states, of
which only 26 also are designated as All American Roads, which are significant locally,
nationally, and globally; and
WHEREAS, the main benefit to scenic highway designation is resource
protection to preserve, enhance and maintain corridor resources for future generations
to enjoy; and
WHEREAS, the scenic highway designation will promote overall economic
growth by generating an increase in demand for travel industry services such as
recreational tours, lodging, restaurants, gas stations and other tourist -related
businesses; which will be felt in all sectors of the local economy; and
WHEREAS, the byway must demonstrate strong community support and develop
a corridor management plan that describes in details the preservation, marketing and
improvement strategies for the byway; and
WHEREAS, the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance membership includes
representatives from all Florida Keys chambers of commerce; municipalities, and
federal and state agencies national, state and local parks; the Florida Keys National
Marine Sanctuary and Everglades National Park, non-profit organizations, homeowners
associations and private citizens; and
WHEREAS, TDC (the "JURISDICTION"), acknowledges that the Florida Keys
Scenic Corridor (the "Corridor') provides important historical, scenic, natural, cultural,
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archaeological and recreational resources within and adjacent to the U.S. Highway 1
(the "Highway") from Key Largo to Key West; and
WHEREAS, TDC also acknowledges that the intrinsic qualities provided by the
Corridor enhance the driving, biking, walking and paddling experiences, as well as
other forms of recreation; and
WHEREAS, the Corridor is a source for education, enjoyment, healthy exercise
and relaxation for residents, and international and domestic visitors to the Florida Keys;
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WHEREAS, the TDC also recognizes the importance of the designation of U.S.
Highway 1 as a National Scenic Byway / All American Road; and
WHEREAS, the -rDC believes that designation of U.S. Highway 1 as a National
Scenic Byway I All American Road will foster resource preservation, economic well-
being, general recreational welfare and education of the residents and visitors of
Monroe County; and
WHEREAS, the TDC supports the promotion, development and maintenance of
the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor, the Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail and the
Florida Keys Overseas Paddling Trail; and
WHEREAS, Monroe County benefits from the location of existing and planned
facilities for the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor; and
WHEREAS, the TDC, where appropriate, will assist in furthering the goals of the
Florida Keys Scenic Highway Corridor Management Plan and the Florida Keys
Overseas Heritage Trail Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, the TDC finds that it is in the best Interests of the community to
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assist and support the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance in recognizing, preserving
and enhancing the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TDC OF MONROE COUNTY,
FLORIDA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The TDC hereby supports the Florida Keys Scenic Corridor Alliance
in its efforts for National Scenic Byway I All American Road designation of U.S.
Highway 1.
Section 2. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council,
Monroe County, Florida, at a meeting of the Board held on the 25th day of March, 2008.
Commissioner Di Gennaro yes
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Ms. Irwin
Mr. Marzella�es
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