Resolution 029-1999
Resolution No. 029 1999
A RESOLUTION BY THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS ENDORSING THE CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
OF THE FIRST PHASE OF THE FLORIDA KEYS OVERSEAS
HIGHWAY BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN TRAIL.
Whereas, by Resolution No. 543-1996, the Monroe County Board of
Commissioners recognized local efforts to pursue a Florida Scenic Highways
designation for the Florida Keys Overseas Highway as part of the State's
program to recognized highways that provide a window into Florida's heritage
and beauty; and
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Whereas, since 1993, Monroe County has participated in the Department
of Transportation's Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Program which
has provided the.opportunity and funding to install bicycle paths and pedestrian
walkways adjacent to the US1 corridor; and
Whereas, in 1997, the Department of Environmental Protection provided
funding to the Clean Florida Keys Inc., Scenic Highway Project to design a
conceptual plan of the first phase of a bicycle/pedestrian trail from Key West to
Sugarloaf, MM 0-20; and
Whereas, the Governor's Office recognized the Florida Keys Overseas
Highway by proclamation as an official Florida greenway and appointed a Task
Force to address the use of the Old Keys Bridges; and
Whereas, in 1998, the State Legislature appropriated funding to the
County through the Department of Environmental Protection for litter
maintenance of the fishing bridges and for the completion of a comprehensive
countywide trail master plan that would create a continuous network of user
friendly facilities for bicyclists and pedestrians; and
Whereas, local island residents throughout Monroe County will benefit
economically, environmentally, and aesthetically in the creation of a world-class
trail from Key West to Key Largo, safely connecting their communities to major
activity centers, schools, and recreation areas;
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Now therefore, be it resolved by the Board of County Commissioners of
Monroe County, Florida that
1. The Board endorses the continue efforts of Clean Florida Inc., Scenic
Highway Project and adopts the "Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail
Conceptual Plan, MM 0-20",
2. The Board recognizes the accomplishments of the Clean Florida Keys,
Inc. Scenic Highway Project in establishing partnerships and
appreciates the cooperative efforts evidenced by the Department of
Transportation, the Department of Environmental Protection, the
Governor's Office, and the local communities to create a world-class
trail of local, state, regional, national, and international significance.
3. The Board understands that consideration for the maintenance of such
a project is a concern and recommends that discussions ensue to
address those concerns with all interested parties.
4. The Board requests the Department of Environmental Protection
designate the Overseas Highway Heritage Trail as a "Statewide Trail",
an integral part of the "Statewide Trail System".
5. The Board acknowledges the volunteer efforts of all those involved that
are interested in improving the quality of life in the Florida Keys.
Passed and Adopted by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County,
Florida, as a regular meeting of said Board held on the 13th of day of January,
1999.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Of MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
(Seal)
Attest: DANNY L. KOLHAGE, Clerk
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