11/20/2001
mSTOI AL RESOURCES GRANTS-IN-AID A LICATION
]) PROJECT TITLE: Momoe County Historic Buildings Survey
2) APPLICANT: Momoe County
3) AMOUNT REQUESTED: $13.125
MATCH/LOCAL COST SHARE AMOUNT: $13.125
4) PROJECT TYPE (CHECK ONE PLEASE)
_SPECIAL CATEGORY; _ACQUISITION & DEVELOPMENT; ~SURVEY & PLANNING; _COMMUNITY EDUCATION; _CLG;
_MAIN STREET; _NON-MATCHING; _MUSEUM GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT; _MUSEUM EXHIBIT: MARKER
5) TYPE OF APPLICANT: _NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION; ---1LGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY; _ FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
6) In the space provided below, briefly describe the project and the property or properties for which funding is requested: do not attach
additional sheets.
The Unincorporated portions of Momoe County have long been neglected for historic resources, which for
many years were only thought to be concentrated in the City of Key West. Now, however, with the advent of
the new century, the designation of the Overseas Highway as a Scenic Highway, and the building of the
Overseas Heritage Trail, these resources are coming to be appreciated. In the Keys, this includes Flagler
railroad bridges and associated buildings, roadside architecture along the Overseas Highway, bungalows,
commercial and residential structures in Tavernier, cottages on Conch Key, and other resources eclipsed by
more recent development.
The Historic Florida Keys Preservation Board surveyed some historic buildings in Tavernier in 1983. Robert
Carr performed an assessment in the Keys, predominantly concerned with archaeological resources, in 1988.
Within the last several years, Momoe County has taken steps to improve its historic preservation program,
adopting a new historic preservation ordinance, contracting with the Historic Florida Keys Foundation for
staffing, appointing an Historic Preservation Commission, and seeking recognition as a Certified Local
Government. Our top priority at this time is identifYing historic resources, consistant with the Momoe County
Comprehensive Plan, the historic preservation ordinance, and sound preservation planning methods. Much of
the Keys, including Key Largo, Long Key, Conch Key, and the Lower Keys from Big Pine Key to Stock Island,
are virtually unknown territory insofar as historic buildings are concerned.
The goal of this project is to hire a consultant to examine those areas previously neglected and to revisit those
areas surveyed nearly twenty years ago. Information will be recorded on Florida Master Site File forms.
Photography will be included. We will request both hard and digital copies, to be distributed to County
libraries, building department offices, and historic preservation offices.
7) Provide a 3x5 photograph of the principal view of the property.
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8) PROJECT INFORMATION:
STREET ADDRESS:
COUNTY WHERE PROJECT IS LOCATED: Monroe
COMMUNITY POPULATION: COUNTY POPULATION: .8..1..2ill
9) APPLICANT INFORMATION:
ORGANIZATION NAME: Monroe County. in conjunction with the Historic Florida Keys Foundation
ADDRESS: 1100 Simonton St.
CITY: Key West STATE: FL ZIP: 33040
APPLICANT'S FEDERAL EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NO: 59-6000749
SAMAS NO.: (STATE AGENCIES ONLY) ______ - ______ - ________ - __ 00100000
CONTACT PERSON: George Born
DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO: 305-292-6718
EXT.
FAX NUMBER: 305-293-6348
10) State House Of Representatives District Number And Name Of Representative For Project Location.
DISTRICT NUMBER(S): 120 REPRESENTATIVE: Ken Sorensen
State Senate District Number And State Senator For The Project Location:
DISTRICT NUMBER(S): 3.2 SENATOR: Daryl Jones
Congressional District Number And Name Of U.S. Congressional Representative For The Project Location
DISTRICT NUMBER(S): 10 CONGRESSMAN: Peter Deutsch
II) APPLICANT'S GRANT HISTORY: Has the applicant received previous grant assistance from the Department of State? If yes, specify
the year, the project name, the Division which awarded the grant and the amount of the award.
YEAR DIVISION PROJECT NAME AWARD
12) INDICATE EACH TYPE OF HISTORICAL DESIGNA nON CURRENTLY HELD BY THE PROJECT SITE:
_ Individual National Register Listing; _ National Register District - Contributing Site;
_ Individual Local Designation; _ Local District Designation - Contributing Site; _ None Of The Above
13) INDICATE THE LEVEL(S) OF LOCAL PROTECTION CURRENTLY AFFORDED THE SITE/AREA:
_X_ Local Ordinance _X_ Local Ordinance Design Review _ Preservation Or Conservation Easement
Covenant _ Maintenance Agreement _ Other: (Specify)
Protecti ve
14) Provide a brief explanation of immediate threats to the site or area such as proposed demolition, extensive structural damage, on-going site
disturbance for archaeological sites, planned re-zoning, etc.
The most immediate threat to historic resources in the unincorporated areas of Monroe County is ignorance of
their existence. Lack of information as to their location and significance allows developers and those who
regulate them to dismiss older buildings as "shacks" that are of no value. The County must know where historic
buildings are if they are to be preserved.
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15) Indicate the level( s) of Project Activities completed to date:
Architectural: _ Feasibility study; _Schematics; _ Design Development; _ Construction documents; _ Other; None
Preservation Planning: _ Design Guidelines; _X_ Preservation Ordinance; _X_ Preservation Element; _Other: _None
Archaeological Excavation: _ Research Design; _ Excavation; _Analysis, Curation, Conservation; _ Other; _ None
Museum Exhibit: _Research; _ Script; _Artifact Selection; _Design; _ Fabrication; _ Other; _ None
If other, describe:
16) Proiect timeline: on graph below indicate all the maior elements of the proiect and the amount of time required to complete each item:
Projects Only)
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A. Write specs
B. Go out to bid
C. Select consultant
D. Complete site files & photo raph
E. Copy and distribute materials
F. Prepare final report
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17) Describe the major elements of the project and indicate the entities (i.e, Consultant, in-house, volunteers) responsible for each element.
Consultant will complete site forms, photograph buildings, and prepare a final report.
The Historic Florida Keys Foundation, in conjuction with Monroe County, will provide oversight and
administer grant.
18) What is the anticipated annual Cost Of Maintenance of the Historic Property, Archaeological Site, or Museum Exhibit upon completion of the
project; and what is the source of the funding?
19) Provide a brief description of the Educational Benefits this project will have on the local community and the state, Please enter the current or
anticipated annual visitation in space provided below.
A survey of historic buildings in unincorporated Monroe County is the first step in public knowledge and
appreciation of such resources in the Keys, bringing this information to the planners and historians
administering preservation law and to the general public frequenting the County's libraries and historical
societies.
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Annual Visitation
20) Provide a brief explanation indicating the direct impact of this project on minorities and the disabled. Include any alterations to the site that
will make the site more accessible to the public,
21) Provide a brief explanation of the Direct Economic Impact this project will have on the surrounding community. Include any information
regarding number of jobs it will provide, if known.
Tourism is the principal economic activity in Monroe County. Historic sites and attractions are a significant
componant of what makes the Florida Keys interesting to visitors. Increasing the knowledge and awareness of
such resources will assist the community in maintaining the region's long-term viability as a rewarding travel
destination, resulting in more visitors, longer stays, and greater economic impact.
23) FOR ALL SURVEY & PLANNING GRANTS:
For~, indicate the types of historical resources to be surveyed. Buildings, structures. districts
LIST ANY PREVIOUS SURVEYS IN THE PROPOSED AREA.
Tavernier Historic Buildings Survey -- 1983 (Historic Florida Keys Preservation Board)
Indicate the anticipated Number of New Sites to be recorded 450
50 and the Acreage to be covered in the survey area
, the anticipated Number of Florida Site File Form Updates
For National Register Nominations, indicate the number of anticipated Individual Nominations,
Will a multiple property cover nomination be produced? _ yes, _ no,
District Nominations,
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30) PROJECT BUDGET
GRANT MATCHING
BUDGET ITEMS FUNDS FUNDS/LOCAL COST SHARE SUB-TOTAL
Consultant fees/historic bldf:s.survev $12,500 $12,500 $25.000
Administrative costs $ 625 $ 625 $ 1.250
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TOTALS $13,125 $13,125 $26,250
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31) Matching and Local Cost Share Funds: List the sources and amounts of confirmed matching funds. (For items involving personnel,
indicate the number of hours to be spent on project activities with their per/hour value and the project activities to be performed,) For
matching grant projects, funds must not be expended before execution of a Grant Award Agreement. For Special Category grant projects,
clearly indicate I) the resources contributed to the project during the preceding five (5) year period and 2) the resources available for the
project during the period for which funding is requested.
I attest, by signing below, that Monroe County will provide 50% of needed funds for the completion of this
project. flt
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CERTIFICATIONS
32) Applicant certification: This certification must be signed by the duly authorized representative of the
iPplicant organization or agency before the application will be considered for funding assistance.
certify that the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, and that I
m the duly authorized representative of the applicant. APPROVED AS TO FORM
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.:0 wner concurrence: Iftlie applicant does not own the property, the owner of record must sign the following
+~... statement indicating concurrence with the proposed project and this application for grant assistance.
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I, the undersigned, am the owner of the property identified under item 8) Proiect Information on Page Two of this application
and hereby acknowledge my support for and full concurrence with this application,
Name (print or type)
Signature
Date
Address
Zip
City
State
Daytime telephone
FAX Number
34) Agreement to Execute Restrictive Covenant (SPECIAL CATEGORY & ACQUISITION PROJECTS
ONLY):
For projects involving historic properties and those involving archaeological sites which will be maintained
subsequent to the completion of the project, the owner, long-term lessee or other responsible party must sign the
following statement indicating agreement to execute a 10 year restrictive covenant to run with the property deed,
should a grant award be made,
I, the undersigned, am the duly authorized representative of the _ owner, _long-term lessee, or _ other organization or
agency having responsibility for maintenance of the property identified under item 8) Proiect Information on Page Two of this
application subsequent to completion of the project for which funding is requested. I hereby indicate agreement to execute a
restrictive covenant through which the organization or agency I represent will commit to maintenance of the referenced property
in accordance with good preservation practice and the applicable standards and guidelines of the Secretary of the Interior for a
period of ten years, I further agree that the organization or agency will not make any modifications to the property (other than
routine repairs and maintenance) without review of the plans and specifications by the Bureau of Historic Preservation and that
every effort will be made to design any modifications in a manner consistent with the applicable standards and guidelines of the
Secretary of the Interior.
Name (print or type)
Title
Signature
Date
Address
City
Zip
33040
Key West
State
FL
Daytime telephone
FAX Number
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ATTACHMENT CHECKLIST
35) The following supporting documents are attached to this application:
_x_
_x_
_x_
Attachment A: Civil Rights Assurance of Compliance form (One original and thirteen copies) (ALL PROJECTS).
Attachment B: Documentation of Confmned Match or Local Cost Share (One original and thirteen copies) (ALL
PROJECTS).
Attachment C: Letters of Support, Endorsement, or Resolutions (One original and thirteen copies) (ALL PROJECTS).
Attachment D: Photographs describing the existing condition of the property or site (One set of photographic prints and
13 xerox copies); and One 35 mm color slide of the property (ALL PROJECTS),
Attachment E: If completed, architectural project schematics or construction documents (ONE SET ONLY)
(ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT and SPECIAL CATEGORY PROJECTS),
Attachment F: If completed, museum exhibition designs with appropriate sketches (One original and thirteen copies)
(MUSEUM EXHIBIT PROJECTS ONLY).
Attachment G: Letters of commitment from participating institutions for traveling exhibits (One original and thirteen
copies) (MUSEUM EXHIBIT PROJECTS ONLY),
Attachment H: Samples of reviews, programs, and brochures of the museum (One original and thirteen copies)
(MUSEUM EXHIBIT and MUSEUM GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT PROJECTS ONLY),
Attachment I: For Museum General Operating Support: an independent fmancial review or audit for the previous fiscal
year, if available, or a detailed breakdown of the operating budget of income and expenses for the previous fiscal year
(MUSEUM GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT ONLY: Fourteen copies).
Attachment J: For non-profit organizations only: proof of non-profit status (Fourteen copies) (ALL PROJECTS),
Attachment K: For Acquisition projects only: an independent appraisal (two appraisals are required if the value of the
first appraisal exceeds $500,000); an ownership and encumbrance search; and an executed option or purchase agreement.
Attachment L: For historic marker projects only: Florida Historic Marker Application Form No, HR3E17l294 (Fourteen
copies),
Attachment M: Copy of Florida Master Site File Form (Fourteen copies) (ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT and
SPECIAL CATEGORY PROJECTS),
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ATTACHMENT A
U.S, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
CIVIL RIGHTS ASSURANCE OF COMPLIANCE
Monroe County (hereinafter called "Applicant-Recipient") hereby agrees that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964 (P.L. 88-352) and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to the Department of the Interior Regulations (43 CFR 17) issued
pursuant to that title, to the end that, in accordance with Title VI of the Act and the Regulations, no person in the United States shall,
on the grounds of race, color, or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected
to discrimination under any program or activity for which the Applicant-Recipient receives fmancial assistance from the Florida
Department of State and hereby gives assurance that it will immediately take any measures to effectuate this agreement.
The Applicant-Recipient also agrees to comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Age Discrimination Act of
1975 and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to the Department of the Interior Regulations (43 CFR 17) issued pursuant to these
titles, to the end that, no person in the United States shall, on the grounds of disability or age be excluded from participation in, be
denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity for which the Applicant-Recipient
receives financial assistance from the National Park Service and hereby gives assurance that it will immediately take any measures to
effectuate this agreement.
If any real property or structure thereon is provided or improved with the aid of Federal fmancial assistance extended to the
Applicant-Recipient by the Florida Department of State, this assurance obligates the Applicant-Recipient, or in the case of any
transfer of such property, any transferee for the period during which the real property or structure is used for a purpose involving the
provision of similar services or benefits. If any personal property is so provided, this assurance obligates the Applicant-Recipient for
the period during which it retains ownership or possession of the property. In all other cases, this assurance obligates the Applicant-
Recipient for the period during which the Federal financial assistance is extended to it by the Florida Department of State.
This assurance is given in consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining any and all Federal grants, loans, contracts, property
discounts or other Federal financial assistance extended after the date hereof to the Applicant-Recipient by the bureau or office,
including installment payments after such date on account of arrangements for Federal financial assistance which were approved
before such date, The Applicant-Recipient recognizes and agrees that such Federal financial assistance will be extended in reliance on
the representations and agreements made in this assurance, and that the United States shall reserve the right to seek judicial
enforcement of this assurance, This assurance is binding on the Applicant-Recipient, its successors, transferees, and assignees, and
the person or persons whose signature appear below are authorized to sign this assurance on behalf of the Applicant-Recipient.
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Dated
By
(President, Chairman of B rd or
Comparable authorized Official)
APPLICANT-RECIPIENT'S MAILING ADDRESS
Monroe County
OMB - Dave Owens
1100 Simonton Street
Key West FL 33040
DATE
OK'!~Y ~Q~~E
(305) 294-4641
Mayor Charles 'Sonny' McCoy
530 Whitehead Street
Key West, Florida 33040
305-292-3430
FAX: 305-292-3577
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MAYOR Charles 'Sonny' McCoy, District 3
Mayor Pro-Tern Dixie Spehar, District 1
Commissioner Murray Nelson, District 5
Commissioner George Neugent, District 2
Commissioner Nora Williams, District 4
December 4,2001
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources
R.A Gray Building
500 Bronough Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Matthews:
I support the grant application of the Historic Florida Keys Foundation. The foundation has
applied for a grant under your agency's state historic preservation grants program to conduct a
survey of historic buildings in the unincorporated areas of Monroe County.
An up-to-date survey is an essential planning tool for local governments wishing to identify and
preserve historic resources.
The Monroe County Comprehensive Plan and Historic Preservation Ordinance both require the
County to maintain an up-to-date inventory of historic resources. Monroe County has made
great strides the last three years to adopt a new historic preservation ordinance, appoint a Historic
Preservation Commission and apply for recognition as a Certified Local Government.
With the coming of the Overseas Heritage Trail and the recent designation of the Overseas
Historic Highway as a Florida Scenic Highway are quickening interest in historic resources
along the entire length of the Florida Keys.
The unincorporated areas of Monroe County have not been surveyed for historic buildings in
decades.
I encourage you to support the efforts of the Historic Florida Keys Foundation by awarding
funds for this project.
Sincerely,
Mayor Charles 'Sonny' M
Monroe County, Florida
THE FABULOUS FLORIDA KEYS
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(305) 294-4641
Dixie M. Spehar
Commissioner
District One
500 Whitehead Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-292-3440 (Telephone)
305-292-3466 (FAX)
boccdis l~mail.state.fl.us (email)
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Matthews:
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSINERS
Mayor Charles "Sonny" McCoy, District
Mayor Pro Tern Dixie M. Spehar, District 1
- '::\ George Neugent, District 2
Nora Williams, District 4
Murray Nelson, District 5
December 5,2001
This letter is to lend my support for the Historic Florida Keys Foundation in their bid for matching grant moneys
to conduct a survey of the historic buildings of the Florida Keys. I have great confidence from the past work
performed by the Foundation that with this grant it will be able to conduct a survey with outstanding acumen and
productive results.
Monroe County is an area that is rich with history and a location that is able to provide historic information to
students of all ages. The fact that there has not been a survey of historic buildings in Monroe County since 1983
is a great detriment to our community. If the Foundation was able to be successful in its bid, these are some of
the ways our community would benefit:
.:. An up-to-date survey would provide an essential planning tool for Monroe County to identify and
preserve historic resources.
.:. It would fulfill The Monroe County Comprehensive Plan and Historic Preservation Ordinance
requirement to maintain a current inventory of historic resources.
.:. It would assist Monroe County in its effort to adopt a new historic preservation ordinance, appoint a
Historic Preservation Commission and apply for recognition as a Certified Local Government.
.:. It would supplement the growing interest in historic resources along the entire length of the Keys due
to the coming of the Overseas Heritage Trail and recent designation of the Overseas Highway as a
Florida Scenic Highway.
.:. It would allow the unincorporated areas of Monroe County to be surveyed.
Historic Florida Keys Foundation
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I am sure you understand the need for a current historic resource survey. and will grant the moneys to the Historic
Foundation ofthe Florida Keys to meet this need.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
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Dixie M. Spehar
County Commissioner
District One
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COMMISSIONER NORA WILLIAMS
District 4
December 4,2001
Dr. Janet S. Mathews, Director
Florida Division of Historical Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Mathews:
It is my pleasure to offer a letter of support for Monroe County grant application. The
grant will provide matching funds for a survey of historic buildings in the
unincorporated areas of Monroe County.
Monroe County has made great strides in the last three years to adopt a new historic
preservation ordinance, appoint a Historic Preservation Commission, and apply for
recognition as a Certified Local Government. The Monroe County Comprehensive
Plan and the Historic Preservation Ordinance both require the County to maintain an
up-to-date inventory of historic resources. Although the City of Key West has
benefited in the last three years from an extensive survey of its historic resources,
the unincorporated areas of Monroe County have not been surveyed in decades.
Additionally, the coming of the Overseas Heritage Trail and the recent designation of
the Overseas Highway as a Florida Scenic Highway are quickening interest in
historic resources along the entire length of the Florida Keys.
I ask that you support this application for a state historic preservation grant. Thank
you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
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Nora Williams
Commissioner, District 4
MONROE COUNTY FLORIDA
Marathon Government Annex, 490 63rd St. Ocean # 110, Marathon, FL 33050
Phone (305) 289-6000; Fax (305) 289-6306; E-mail: noraW@mail.state.fl.us
'The Schoof 'Boara of 9VLonroe County, ~{oriaa
December 3,2001
Members of the Board
District #1
EILEEN QUINN
District #2
ANDY GRIFFITHS
District #3
PATRICK G. LABRADA
District #4
ANNE KELLY COHAN
Chairperson
District #5
DEBRA WALKER
Vice Chairperson
JOHN R. COLLINS
School Board Attorney
MICHAEL J. LANNON
SUPERINTENDENT
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources R. A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Matthews:
I am pleased to support the state historic preservation grant application submitted by the Historic
Florida Keys Foundation.
These grant dollars would provide matching funds for a survey of the historic buildings in the
unincorporated areas of Monroe County. It is essential for ourlocal government to have an up-to-
date survey of historic resources in order to plan for preservation. The survey is also an essential
planning tool for local governments wishing to identify and preserve historic resources.
The Monroe County Comprehensive Plan and Historic Preservation Ordinance both require the
County to maintain an up-to-date inventory ofhistoricTesources.
Monroe County has made great strides in the lastthreeyears to adopt a new historic preservation
ordinance, appoint a Historic Preservation Commission, and apply for recognition as a Certified
Local Government.
The coining of the Overseas Heritage Trail and the recent designation of the Overseas Highway as
a Florida Scenic Highway.are quickening interest in historic resources along the entire length of the
Florida Keys.
Although the City of Key West has benefited in the last three years from an extensive resurvey of
its historic resources, the unincorporated areas of Monroe County has not been surveyed in
decades.
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Michael J. Lannon
Superintendent of Schools
MJL/cda
241 Trumbo Road. P.O. Box 1788. Key West, FL 33041-1788. (305) 293-1400
SunCom 464-1400 . Fax (305) 293-1408
www.monroe.k12.fl.us
THE CITY OF KEY WEST
Historic Preservation Division
P.O,Box 1409, Key West, FL 33041
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources
RA. Gray Building
500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250
12/5/01
Dear Dr. Matthews:
Although the City of Key West has benefited in the last three years from an extensive
resurvey of its historic resources, the unincorporated areas of Monroe County have not
been surveyed in decades. As a resident of SugarloafKey I can attest to a number of
historic structures in my immediate neighborhood alone.
As these old structures have no protection from ordinance in Monroe County, many have
been or are destined to be demolished for new construction, especially in light of the
County's Regulation of Growth Ordinance which strictly limits the number of new
structures that can be built on vacant land. It is important that we record existing historic
structures as soon as possible or this history may be forever lost.
As Monroe County has adopted a historic preservation ordinance, that allows applicants
to voluntarily seek advice from an appointed Historic Preservation Commission, greater
participation is expected when homeowners realize that their home is historic and of
community interest.
An up-to-date survey is an essential planning tool for local governments wishing to
identify and preserve historic resources. I fully support this grant application for a historic
sites survey of unincorporated Monroe County.
Thanks for your consideration,
,D~C~
Diane E. Silvia, Ph.D.
(305) 293-6484 (305) 292-8278 FAX
e-mail kwcbld@aol.com
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Neil Parker
Bob Smith
Joe Thomas
Denis Trelewicz
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HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF THE UPPER KEYS
38 East Beach Road
Tavernier, Florida 33070
November 24, 2001
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historic Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Matthews:
Our members wish to petition and support a state historic preservation grant for a
survey of historic structures in unincorporated Monroe County. Our experience
indicates that without state participation a project of this magnitude simply will not
be done. With the exception of Key West, the railroad bridges and the recent
acknowledgment of the Overseas Highway, Florida's sixth county has been
overlooked for serious cultural preservation.
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Please visit our web site www.keyshistory.org
November 24,2001
HARUM
ARCHITECTS
Dr. Janet Matthews
Director, Division of Historic Resources
R. A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Re: Survey of Historic Buildings - Monroe County, Florida
Dear Dr. Matthews:
This letter is to express my support for Monroe County's application for matching grant
moneys for a survey of historic buildings in unincorporated Monroe County.
Not only is an up-to-date survey an important planning tool for local governments to
identify and preserve historic sites but, in addition, the Monroe County Comprehensive
Plan and Historic Preservation Ordinance both call for the County to maintain an
inventory of historic resources.
An extensive resurvey of it's historic resources in recent years has served the City of Key
West well, whereas the unincorporated areas of Monroe County have not been surveyed
in years. Remedial steps taken by the County have been to adopt a new historic
preservation ordinance, to appoint an Historic Preservation Commission and to apply for
recognition as a Certified Local Government.
It seems to me that the coming of the Overseas Heritage Trail and the recent designation
of the Overseas Highway as a Florida Scenic Highway are bringing a new awareness of
historic resources along the entire length of the Florida Keys to the County's residents and
visitors alike,
Please consider the County's application favorably.
Sincerely,
HARUM ARCHITECTS
David Hamm
Principal
95700 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY. KEY LARGO, FLORIDA 33037' TEL: 305 852 8699' FAX: 305 8520023
John Viele
21068 4th Ave.
Cudjoe Key, FL 33042-4033
November 30, 2001
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director Division of Historical Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Matthews:
I wish to express my strong support for Monroe County's application for a matching grant to
fund a comprehensive survey of historic buildings and sites in the Florida Keys outside of Key
West.
As a historian and author of three books on the history of the Florida Keys, I am aware that there
are many buildings, other structures, and sites in the Keys whose existence and historic
significance are unknown to all but a few individuals who take an interest in researching Keys
history.
A detailed survey to identifY and record these historic locations is essential as a planning tool
for local government officials charged with preserving historic resources. Indeed, the Monroe
County Comprehensive Plan and Historic Preservation Ordinance both require such an
inventory.
Interest in historic sites along the Overseas Highway will be increased by the recent designation
of the highway as a Florida Scenic Highway and by the construction, already begun, of the
Overseas Heritage Trail along the Keys.
I urge you to approve this important step towards preservation of Florida's historic resources.
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P.O. BOX 978
BIG PINE KEY
FLA. 33043
November 27, 2001
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250
Re: Monroe County Application For Matching Grant Monies / Survey Of Historic
Buildings In Unincorporated Monroe County.
Dear Dr. Matthews,
I have been a resident of the Florida Keys since the mid 1950s.
I am proud to be of service to my community by participating as a member of the
Board of Directors of the Historic Florida Keys Foundation. In recent years
the Historic Florida Keys Foundation and other organizations in Monroe
County have received great support and dedicated involvement from our County
government. Monroe County has created a very active Historic Preservation
Commission. We have adopted a Historic Preservation Ordinance as part of
our local land use plan and regulations. We have applied for recognition as
a Certified Local Government. We have worked on both the public and private
levels to bring about the creation of the Overseas Heritage Trail as well as
the long overdue designation of the Overseas Highway as a Florida Scenic
Highway.
What we have not been able to do is to document the many historic buildings
that are scattered throughout the 120 miles of the County, too many of which
are hidden within newer commercial and residential development areas. We have
not had the financial resources to provide the human resources necessary to
survey these properties before they are lost to us forever.
Time is our enemy. Every day we delay costs us precious bits of our
heritage. While municipalities such as Key West have had the benefit of
extensive resurvey of its historic resources during the past few years,
unincorporated Monroe County has had no resurvey in decades. I therefore
urge your support of Monroe County's application for matching grant monies
for a county wide survey effort to be made promptly and completely so that
we may protect our past and send on the message of our heritage to those
who will come after us.
Thank you very much for your attention and consideration.
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November 26,2001
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Matthews:
This letter is to state my support for Monroe County's application for matching grant
moneys for a survey of historic buildings in unincorporated Monroe County.
A very necessary up-to-date survey is an essential planning tool for local governments
wishing to identify and preserve historic resources.
The Monroe County Comprehensive Plan and Historic Preservation Ordinance both
require the County to maintain an up-to-date inventory of historic resources.
Monroe County has made great strides in the last three years to adopt a new historic
preservation ordinance, appoint an Historic Preservation Commission, and apply for
recognition as a Certified Local Government.
The coming ofthe Overseas Heritage Trail and the recent designation of the Overseas
Highway as a Florida Scenic Highway are quickening interest in historic resources along
the entire length of the Florida Keys.
Although the City of Key West has benefited in the last three years from an extensive
resurvey of its historic resources, the unincorporated areas of Monroe County has not
been surveyed in decades.
Thanking you in advance for your cooperation and support.
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Connie McSorley
Pesident -Broker
Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated
THE LOWER FLORIDA KEYS HOSPITAL DISTRICT
1200 Kennedy Drive - P.O. Box 5403
Key West, Florida 33045-5403
November 28,2001
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough St.
Tallahassee, Fl. 32399-0250
Dear Dr. Matthews,
. Please accept this letter of support for Monroe County's application for a
matching grant to conduct a survey of our historic buildings. While Key West has had
extensive surveys of its historic resources, the unincorporated areas of the County have
not.
Monroe County is rich in a cultural history that resonates in the architecture that
remains. That history is replete with examples of multi-ethnicity and class. The lower,
middle and upper Keys have examples of black history, railroad history, Indian history
and entrepreneurial history in their architecture. It is in the State's interest to record that
history with a catalog of our historic buildings before urban housing - the graveyard of
good intentions - destroys them.
I trust that you will give thoughtful consideration to granting Monroe County the
matching funds as requested.
June Girard
Chair, Lower Florida Keys Hospital District
December 3, 2001
Grace & Fred Mannillo
1560 Sunrise Drive
Tropical Bay, Big pine Key, FL 33043
Dr. Janet S. Matthews
Director, Division of Historical Resources
R.A. Gray Building
500 South Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
Dear Dr.Matthews:
We are in support of a Monroe County application for a survey of historical
buildings in unincorporated Monroe County.
Grace Served Three Terms as a Monroe County Planning Commissioner. It was
often necessary to drive from the Cow Key bridge to the Jewfish Creek bridge
for Planning Commission meetings. She became aware of historic resources
throughout the islands.
With the recognition that tourism has become a major financial support for the
Keys it is important that historic sites be cataloged and preserved both for
visitors and residents to enjoy forever.
Congratulations to Jack London and the splendid Board of Directors for their
involvement with Florida Keys history.
Sincerely yours,
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Fred Mannillo and Grace Mannillo