Item P12 P12
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY of MONROE
u,.. 9 Mayor Craig Cates,District 1
The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5
Michelle Lincoln,District 2
- James K. Scholl,District 3
' David Rice,District 4
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
June 21, 2023
Agenda Item Number: P12
2023-1079
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: Parks and Beaches
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: John Allen
none
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: A public hearing to consider an ordinance amending section 18-8 of
Chapter 18, Parks and Recreation, of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances, to expand the age
requirement for the Summer Camp Program.
ITEM BACKGROUND:
Monroe County Parks and Beaches Recreation Division desires to amend the age requirement for the
Summer Camp program and open the Summer Camp program to children and youth between the ages
of six (6) and seventeen (17) who reside within unincorporated Monroe County, allowing for a larger
population of children to be eligible to attend the program. The BOCC previously granted approval for
children and youth between the ages of six (6) and eleven (11) at the regular meeting held on May 17,
2023.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
4/19/23: MC BOCC granted approval to advertise a Public Hearing to consider adoption of an
Ordinance regarding Monroe County Parks and Beaches Summer Camp Program.
5/17/23: MC BOCC held a public hearing and approved the ordinance amending Chapter 18, Parks and
Recreation, of the Monroe County Code, to create a Monroe County Summer Camp program; and allow
fees to be charged for summer camp recreational services.
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed ordinance amendment.
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DOCUMENTATION:
Proposed Ordinance Amendment
Current Ordinance
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Effective Date: 06/21/2023
Expiration Date: N/A
Total Dollar Value of Contract: N/A
Total Cost to County: Staff time and Equipment
Current Year Portion:
Budgeted: N/A
Source of Funds:
CPI:
Indirect Costs:
Estimated Ongoing Costs Not Included in above dollar amounts:
Revenue Producing: Yes If yes, amount: TBD
Grant: N/A
County Match: N/A
Insurance Required: Participant waivers required
Additional Details:
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ORDINANCE - 2023
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
AMENDING SECTION 18-8 OF THE MONROE COUNTY
CODE TO AMEND THE AGE REQUIREMENT FOR THE
MONROE COUNTY PARKS AND BEACHES SUMMER
CAMP PROGRAM; AND PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF ALL
ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION INTO THE
MONROE COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, under F.S. 125.01(1)(f), the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) for
Monroe County is granted the authority, among others, to provide parks, playgrounds and
recreation areas; and
WHEREAS, the BOCC finds that public parks and recreation areas provide sites where
the families and citizens of Monroe County can benefit from and engage in healthy recreational
activities; and
WHEREAS, BOCC finds that the creation of parks and recreation areas are in the best
interests of the citizens of Monroe County; and
WHEREAS, under F.S. 125.74(1)(g), the County Administrator has the authority to
supervise the care and custody of all County property; and
WHEREAS, the County recognizes the importance of providing safe and fun summer
activities for children and youth; and
WHEREAS, the County has identified a need for a summer camp program that offers a
variety of educational and recreational activities for children and youth in the community and
passed an ordinance at its May 17, 2023 meeting implementing a summer program; and
WHEREAS,the Parks and Beaches Department would like to implement a summer camp
program for middle school age children at Sugarloaf School and is recommending amendment to
the current summer camp ordinance to allow for a broader range of ages.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, THAT THE MONROE
COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES IS HEREBY AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:
[Proposed text changes are presented with underline to indicate additions
and strikethreug#to indicate deletions]
SECTION 1: The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this
reference.
SECTION 2: ARTICLE L IN GENERAL shall be amended as follows by creating an
additional separate section titled "Monroe County Summer Camp Program" to include the
following language as Sec. 18-8:
Sec. 18-8.—Monroe County Summer Camp Program
(b) Establishment of Summer Camp. The County Administrator or his Designee shall
establish and operate a Summer Camp program for children and youth in the
community.
(1) The Summer Camp shall be open to children and youth between the ages of six
(6) and el&vea (11) seventeen (17)who reside within the unincorporated areas
of Monroe County.
SECTION 3: SEVERABILITY. If any portion of this ordinance is for any reason held
invalid or declared to be unconstitutional, inoperative or void, such holding shall not affect the
remaining portions of this ordinance. If this ordinance or any provision thereof shall be held to be
inapplicable to any person,property or circumstances, such holding shall not affect its applicability
to any other person, property or circumstances.
SECTION 4: CONFLICT WITH OTHER ORDINANCES. All ordinances or parts of
ordinances in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of said conflict.
SECTION 5: INCLUSION IN CODE OF ORDINANCES. The provisions of this
ordinance shall be included and incorporated in the Code of Ordinances of the County of Monroe,
Florida, as an addition or amendment thereto, and shall be appropriately renumbered to conform
to the uniform numbering system of the Code.
SECTION 6: TRANSMITTAL AND EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be
filed with the Department of State and shall be effective as provided in F.S. 125.66(2).
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County,
Florida, at a regular meeting of said Board held on the day of , 2023.
Mayor Craig Cates
Mayor Pro Tem Holly Merrill Raschein
Commissioner Michelle Lincoln
Commissioner Jim Scholl
Commissioner David Rice
(SEAL) BOARD OF COUNTY
Attest: KEVIN MADOK, Clerk COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE
COUNTY, FLORIDA
By By.
As Deputy Clerk Mayor/Chairperson
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Kevin Madok, CPA
.......... Clerk of the Circuit Court& Comptroller— Monroe County, Florida
Ma), 19, 2023
I)el)ai-tjiiciit ol'State
A(lininistratix-c Code & Ilep'ster
500 S Ili-miougli Street
'I'allaliassee Fl,32399-02.50
To NN'lloill It N,IaN- Coiiccni,
Attaclie(l is a cope oh Ordinance No. 007-2023 amending Sc(,tjoii 19-27(li) ol'(Iic Monroe
Cotiii(y Code to create a Monroe Couiit}, Parks an(I Beaches Suinniei- Camp Program; and allow
1'ecs to be cliarged I'm, sum mei-camp recreational Sej-%r1CeS; pi-oxi(filig 1,01- sevel-ablli(},; providing for
repeal ol'all (hAinai-ices inconsistent pi-oAwlillg for 111col-poi,a(loii into the Monroe
Cotin(N, Code of'(h-dinances; aii(I providing I'M-aii efleoWe (late.
'I'llis 01AMai-icc was a(lopte(I I)N� the Mom-oc Coull(}, Board of County Coillillissimei-s at a
i-cpilai- meeting, held M formal session, on Ma}' 17, 2023, Should you lia%re aiiN,questions please
feel li-ee to contact me at (305) 292-3550.
Respecffull}' Subiiiffle(l,
Kevin Nla(lok, CPA, Clerk of
the Cli-cul( Court & Comptroller&
ex-officio to the Molil-oc Como,
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ORDINANCE 007 - 2023
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
AMENDING SECTION 18-27(h) OF THE MONROE
COUNTY CODE TO CREATE A MONROE COUNTY
PARKS AND BEACHES SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM;
AND ALLOW FEES TO BE CHARGED FOR SUMMER
CAMP RECREATIONAL SERVICES; AND PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF
ALL ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION INTO THE
MONROE COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, under F.S. 125.01(1)(f), the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) for
Monroe County is granted the authority, among others, to provide parks, playgrounds and
recreation areas; and
WHEREAS, the BOCC finds that public parks and recreation areas provide sites where
the families and citizens of Monroe County can benefit from and engage in healthy recreational
activities; and
WHEREAS, BOCC finds that the creation of parks and recreation areas are in the best
interests of the citizens of Monroe County; and
WHEREAS, under F.S. 125.74(1)(g), the County Administrator has the authority to
supervise the care and custody of all County property; and
WHEREAS, the County recognizes the importance of providing safe and fun summer
activities for children and youth; and
WHEREAS, the County has identified a need for a summer camp program that offers a
variety of educational and recreational activities for children and youth in the community; and
WHEREAS, the County is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and fostering
positive relationships among children and youth in the community:
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA, THAT THE MONROE
COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES IS HEREBY AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:
[Proposed text changes are presented with underline to indicate additions
and stAkethreugk to indicate deletions]
SECTION 1: The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this
reference.
SECTION 2: ARTICLE L IN GENERAL shall be amended as follows by creating an
additional separate section titled "Monroe County Summer Camp Program" to include the
following language as Sec. 18-8:
Sec. 18-8.—Monroe County Summer Camp Program
(a) Definitions. The following words, terms, and phrases,when used in this Section, shall
have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly
indicates a different meaning:
"Summer Camp"referred to the Monroe County Summer Camp Program hosted by the
County that offers a variety of education and recreational activities for children and youth
during the summer months.
"Participant" refers to any child or youth enrolled in Summer Camp and, where
applicable, parent or guardian of the child or youth.
"Staff' refers to the individuals who are employed by the county to operate and/or
supervise the summer camp program.
(b) Establishment of Summer Camp. The County Administrator or his Designee shall
establish and operate a Summer Camp program for children and youth in the
community.
(1) The Summer Camp shall be open to children and youth between the ages of six
(6) and eleven (11) who reside within the unincorporated areas of Monroe
County.
(2) The Summer Camp shall operate during the months of June, July and August.
(3) The Summer Camp may be operated at more than one location. The location of
the summer camp location(s) shall be at the discretion of the County
Administrator or his Designee.
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(4) The Summer Camp Program shall be designed to provide participants with a
variety of educational and recreational activities, including but not limited to
sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, team building exercises, and cultural
experiences.
(c) Enrollment.
(1) Enrollment in the Summer Camp program shall be open to all eligible
participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
(2) The County shall reserve the right to limit the number of participants in the
summer camp program.
(3) Enrollment shall be conducted through an online registration system, and
participants shall be required to submit a completed registration form and
waiver to participate in the Summer Camp.
(4) The County may provide scholarship opportunities for eligible low-income
families who may not otherwise be able to afford the cost of Summer Camp.
(d) Fees and Expenses.
(1) The County shall establish fees for participation in the Summer Camp Program,
which shall be reasonable and shall cover the cost of materials, supplies, and
staffing.
(2) Weekly camp fee will be $100.00 per child.
i. Each additional sibling shall be $50.00 per child.
(3) Summer Camp fees are offered at a fiftypercent reduced rate for children who
qualify for reduced school meals within the Monroe County School District.
(4) Summer Camp fees are offered at a fifty percent reduced rate for children of
Monroe County BOCC employees.
(5) The County shall establish a budget for the Summer Camp program,which shall
include the cost of materials, supplies, staffing and any other expenses
necessary for the operation of the program._
(e) Sta an .
(1) The County shall hire and train qualified staff to operate the Summer Camp
program.
(2) Staff shall be responsible for planning and implementing the educational and
recreational activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, and
communicating with parents and guardians.
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(3) All Staff shall undergo a Level 2 background check as defined in 435.04,
Florida Statutes, prior to the start of employment with the Summer Camp
pro_ram.
(f) Health and Safety.
(1) The County shall establish policies and procedures to ensure the health and
safety of participants in the Summer Camp program.
(2) Participants shall be required to submit a completed medical form prior to the
start of the Summer Camprogram.
_
(3) The County shall establish protocols for emergency situations, including.
not limited to first aid, severe weather, and evacuation.
(g) Liability and Insurance.
(1) Participants and their parents or guardians shall be required to sign a waiver of
liability prior to the start of the Summer Camp program.
(2) Additional permissions from parents or guardians shall be required to transport
participants from primary site to secondary sites.
SECTION 3: SEVERABILITY. If any portion of this ordinance is for any reason held
invalid or declared to be unconstitutional, inoperative or void, such holding shall not affect the
remaining portions of this ordinance. If this ordinance or any provision thereof shall be held to be
inapplicable to any person,property or circumstances, such holding shall not affect its applicability
to any other person,property or circumstances.
SECTION 4: CONFLICT WITH OTHER ORDINANCES. All ordinances or parts of
ordinances in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of said conflict.
SECTION 5: INCLUSION IN CODE OF ORDINANCES. The provisions of this
ordinance shall be included and incorporated in the Code of Ordinances of the County of Monroe,
Florida, as an addition or amendment thereto, and shall be appropriately renumbered to conform
to the uniform numbering system of the Code.
SECTION 6: TRANSMITTAL AND EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be
filed with the Department of State and shall be effective as provided in F.S. 125.66(2).
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County,
Florida, at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 17th day of May , 2023.
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Mayor Craig Cates ---Y�...............
Mayor Pro Tern Holly Merrill Raschein Yes
Commissioner Michelle Lincoln Yes
ssioner James K. Scholl Yes
23 I er David Rice Yes
BOARD OF COUNTY
N MADOK, Clerk COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE
COUNTY, FLOIDA 14
VIA "16
By As Deputy Clerk Mayor/Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO FORM & LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
MonrAe',,*'ounty Attorney's Office
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The Florida Keys Only Daily Newspaper, Est. 1876
PO Box 1800,Key West FL 33041
P:(305)292-7777 ext.219 F:(305)295-8025
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MONROE COUNTY PARKS & BEACHES
1111 12TH ST STE 408
KEY WEST FL 33040
Account: 430114 Ticket: 3889351
PUBLISHER'S AFFIDAVIT
STATE OF FLORIDA NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER
ADOPTION OF COUNTY ORDINANCE
COUNTY OF MONROE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO WHOM IT
MAY CONCERN that on May 17,2023,
at 9:00 or as soon
Before the undersigned authority personally appeared the mat erNmay be heard,hat the eHar-
vey Government Center, 1200 Truman
Avenue, Key West, Florida, the Board
Melinda Prescott who on oath says that he or she is of County Commissioners of Monroe
County, Florida, intends to consider
adopting the following ordinance:
The legal advertising representative of the Key West Citizen,a five day news- AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF
paper published in Key West, in Monroe County, Florida;that the attached copy COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MON-
ROEof advertisment, beinga legal notice in the matter of NOI Summer Cam was COUNTY,182 FLORIDA,T AMENDING
g p SECTION 1827(h) OF THE MONROE
published in said newspaper in the issues of: COUNTY CODE To CREATE A MONROE
COUNTY PARKS AND BEACHES SUM-
MER CAMP PROGRAM; AND ALLOW
Wednesday,April 26,2023 FEES TO BE CHARGED FOR SUMMER
CAMP RECREATIONAL SERVICES; AND
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PRO-
Affiant further says that the Key West Citizen is a newspaper published in Key VIDING FOR REPEAL of ALL ORDI-
West, in said Monroe County, Florida and that the said newspapers has hereto- NANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH;
published in said Monroe County, Florida Tuesday thru PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION INTO
fore been continuously P Y Y THE MONROE COUNTY CODE OF ORDI-
Saturday weekly,and has been entered as periodicals matter at the post office in NANCES;AND PROVIDING FOR AN EF-
Key West, in said Monroe County, Florida,for a period of 1 year next preceding FECTIVE DATE.
the first publication of the attached copy of advertisement;and affiant further says The proposed ordinance may be in-
that he or she has neither paid nor promised any person,firm or corporation any spected by the public at the Monroe
County website by viewing the agenda
discount, rebate,commission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertise- packet for the May 17,2023 meeting,
ment for publication in the said newspaper. which will be posted beginning on May
5,2023 at:http://monroecountyfl.igm2.
com/citizens/default.aspx. The ordi-
nance may also be viewed at the Mon-
roe County Attorney's office at 1111 12
th St.Ste.408 Key West,FL 33040.
The public can participate in the May
17,2023 meeting of the Board of Coun-
ty Commissioners of Monroe County,
0 FL by attending in person or via Zoom.
The Zoom link can be found in the
(Signature of Affiant) agenda at http://monroecountyfl.igm2.
com/citizens/defau It.aspx.
Affirmed and subscribed before me this 26th day of April 2023 ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person
with a disability who needs special ac-
commodations in order
w to participate in this proceeding,please
e contact the County Administrator's Of-
fice, by phoning (305) 292-4441, be-
(Notary Public Signature) tween the hours of 8:30a.m.-5:00p.m.,
prior to the scheduled meeting;if you
are hearing or voice-impaired, call
Laura M Robins "711". Live Closed-Captioning is avail-
(Notary Public Printed Name) able via our web portal @ http://mon-
roecountyfl.iqm2.com/Citizens/Default.
aspx for meetings of the Monroe Coun-
My commission expires 9/26/2026 ty Board of County Commissioners.
Dated at Key West, Florida, this 21st
Personally Known X Produced Identification_ day of April,2023.
Type of Identification Produced (Notary Seal) (SEAL)KEVIN MADOK,Clerk of the Cir-
cuit Court and Ex Officio Clerk of the
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