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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY of MONROE Mayor James K.Scholl,District 3
The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Lincoln,District 2
Craig Cates,District 1
David Rice,District 4
Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
December 10, 2025
Agenda Item Number: 01
2023-4876
BULK ITEM: Yes DEPARTMENT: Social Services
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Cathy Crane
N/A
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval to Advertise a Public Hearing to consider adoption of an
ordinance amending and repealing certain sections within the Monroe County Code of Ordinances in
order to remove outdated references to the Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities to be
consistent with current County operations.
ITEM BACKGROUND:
As a result of changes in County organizational structure and advisory processes, Monroe County no
longer utilizes the Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities to support its essential duties.
Therefore, it is necessary to amend and repeal outdated language within the Monroe County Code of
Ordinances to be consistent with the current needs of the County.
Existing resources currently serving residents with special needs or disabilities includes:
• Monroe County Community Services (Social Services and Veterans Affairs)
• Local Coordinating Board for the Transportation Disadvantaged (Community Services is a voting
member)
• Department of Health— Quality of Life Committee(Community Services attends quarterly)
• Guidance Care Center
• Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens (MARC)
• Center for Independent Living of the Keys (CIL of the Keys)—providing advocacy and support
for individuals with blindness/low vision, hearing loss, cognitive, mental health, or physical
disabilities
• Continuum of Care— focused on homelessness (Community Services attends meetings)
• Advocate Program—legal, veterans, homelessness, and behavioral health services
If adopted, the proposed ordinance would amend the Monroe County Code of Ordinances by amending
Chapter 2, "Administration," Article VIII, "Boards, Committees, Commissions and Authorities," by
specifically repealing in its entirety Division 2, "Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities."
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Prior to BOCC consideration of this ordinance, County Staff seeks approval to advertise a Notice of
Intent to Consider Adoption of County Ordinance consistent with the requirements set forth in Section
125.66, Fla. Stat.
A Business Impact Estimate has been prepared in accordance with F.S. 125.66(3).
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
Since 1979, amendments to Division 2, "Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities," Sections 2-
441 through 2-448, MCCO, include: Ord. No. 24-1985; Ord. No. 21-1987; Ord. No. 23-1996; and Ord.
No. 54-1996
INSURANCE REQUIRED:
No
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
DOCUMENTATION:
FKCPD Business Impact Estimate T e plate_Rev. 06-2024 Final 11.21.25.docx
Repeal of Sections 2-441 through 2-448, FL Keys Council for People w Disabilities_WAT'ERMARK
11.21.25.docx
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
N/A
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AOIIU,
BUSINESS IMPACT ESTIMATE'
Rev.06/2024
Meeting Date: 1/28/2026
Proposed Ordinance Title/Reference:
The Proposed Ordinance ❑ does ® does not fall under one of the following enumerated exceptions:!
❑ The proposed ordinance is required for compliance with Federal or State law or regulation;
❑ The proposed ordinance relates to the issuance or refinancing of debt;
❑ The proposed ordinance relates to the adoption of budgets or budget amendments,including revenue
sources necessary to fund the budget;
❑ The proposed ordinance is required to implement a contract or an agreement, including, but not
limited to, any Federal, State, local, or private grant or other financial assistance accepted by the
county government;
❑ The proposed ordinance is an emergency ordinance;
❑ The ordinance relates to procurement;or
❑ The proposed ordinance is enacted to implement the following:
a. Development orders and development permits,as those terms are defined in s. 163.3164,
and development agreements, as authorized by the Florida Local Government
Development Agreement Act under ss. 163.3220-163.3243;
b. Comprehensive plan amendments and land development regulation amendments initiated
by an application by a private party other than the county;
c. Sections 190.005 and 190.046, Florida Statutes, regarding community development
districts;
d. Section 553.73,Florida Statutes,relating to the Florida Building Code;or
e. Section 633.202,Florida Statutes,relating to the Florida Fire Prevention Code.
Summary of Proposed Ordinance and Statement of Public Purpose to be Served:
The proposed ordinance repeals in its entirety Division 2,"Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities,"
within Article VIII,Chapter 2,of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances.Division 2,"Florida Keys Council
for People with Disabilities,"is no longer necessary due to changes in the County's organizational structure
and the manner in which services and advisory functions related to persons with disabilities are currently
provided.
The public purpose served by this ordinance is to remove outdated and non-operational provisions,ensure the
Code accurately reflects existing County practices, and promote clarity, transparency, and administrative
efficiency.Repealing Division 2 does not diminish services for persons with disabilities,which continue to be
addressed through established County departments and partner agencies.
Estimate of Direct Economic Impact on Private/For Profit Businesses:
a. Estimate of Direct Business Compliance Costs:
Indeterminate.The repeal of Division 2 imposes no new compliance requirements on private or for-profit
businesses.Any potential indirect effects are minimal and cannot be quantified.
b. New Charges/Fees on Businesses Impacted:
Indeterminate.The ordinance establishes no new fees,charges,or assessments applicable to private or for-
profit businesses.No direct financial obligations are created.
C. Estimate of Regulatory Costs:
Indeterminate. The repeal of Division 2 does not create new regulatory requirements for private or for-
profit entities.Any incidental impacts resulting from updated County advisory structures are minimal and
cannot be reasonably estimated.
Good Faith Estimate of Number of Businesses Likely Impacted:
A good-faith estimate of the number of private or for-profit businesses likely to be impacted by this ordinance
is indeterminate. The repeal of Division 2 does not impose new requirements,restrictions,or obligations on
businesses,and any incidental or indirect effects cannot be reasonably quantified.
Anv Additional information:N/A
Business impact statement must be posted on the county's website no later than the date the notice of proposed enactment is published.
2 F.S.125.66(3)(c)(2023)
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ORDINANCE NO. -2026
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
AMENDING THE COUNTY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES,BY
AMENDING CHAPTER 2,"ADMINISTRATION,"ARTICLE
VIII, "BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND
AUTHORITIES," BY REPEALING THE ENTIRETY OF
DIVISION 2, "FLORIDA KEYS COUNSEL FOR PEOPLE
WITH DISABILITIES," TO REMOVE OUTDATED
LANGUAGE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS,the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County previously adopted
Division 2, "Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities," within Article VIII, "Boards,
Committees, Commissions and Authorities," in Chapter 2, "Administration," of the Monroe
County Code of Ordinances; and
WHEREAS,the Florida Keys Council for People with Disabilities(hereinafter"Council")
was originally established to serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of County Commissioners
(hereinafter"Board") on matters affecting persons with disabilities in Monroe County; and
WHEREAS, the Board recognizes that the statutory, administrative, and programmatic
advancements made subsequent the Council's creation render Division 2 of the Monroe County
Code no longer necessary; and
WHEREAS,currently,the Board receives input and policy considerations related to issues
faced by people with disabilities through existing County boards, staff processes, and interagency
coordination; and
WHEREAS,the Board concludes that County departments and partner agencies currently
provide services and offer support that assist persons with disabilities throughout Monroe County;
and
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WHEREAS, the Board has reviewed the Council's structure, purpose, and ongoing
necessity and determined that many of its responsibilities are being carried out through existing
County operations and programs; and
WHEREAS,repealing Division 2 of the Monroe County Code, in its entirety, will ensure
that the Code accurately reflects current County practices, organizational structure, and core
service levels; and
WHEREAS, the Board finds and determines that repealing Division 2, "Florida Keys
Council for People with Disabilities," within Article VIII, "Boards, Committees, Commissions
and Authorities," in Chapter 2, "Administration," of the Monroe County Code of Ordinances is in
the best interest of the County and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY,FLORIDA:
Section 1: Ratification. That the foregoing"WHEREAS" clauses are hereby ratified
and confirmed as being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of this ordinance.
Section 2: Amendment. That the Code of Ordinances of Monroe County, Florida,
shall be amended by amending Chapter 2, "Administration," Article VIII, "Boards, Committees,
Commissions and Authorities," by repealing the entirety of Division 2, "Florida Keys Counsel for
People with Disabilities," to read as follows:
DIVISION 2. Reserved.FLOPADA REVS COUNCIL FOR PEOPLE WITH
DisAgibiTiEs
Sec. 2-441. Reservedk-elite tuber of members.
There is hereby er-eated and established a eetineil to be her-einafter- entitled "Fier-ida Keys Getineil
of eetii eeimmissioner-s shall be f;ye phis . e designated .,ltom.,to
Sec. 2-442. Reserved.
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Sec. 2-443. Reserved.
The or-iginal eetineil appointed tinder-t4is division shall be eemposed of efte fnember-sel
Sec.2-444. Reserved.Seleetion of Affir-per-son; term of offiee of members; filling of vRefiff
(a) The i*itial appoi*tme*ts made to �he eett*eil fef people w4h disabilities shall be fef a Pet4ed
indivi"als who have been fnest aetive on t4e pr-ee*isti iieft. These initial
S4se"efit t4er-ete, a*y a*d A appointments sha4l be for- a period of thfee years. if a*y
(6) if va F on the eetmeil,t4e eetineil itself shall r-eeemmend 4 least t4r-ee per-soft
Sec. 2-445. Reserved.Meetings.
toe eetineil ift wr-itifig. There shall b least l.
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Sec. 2-446. Reserved. .
No eempe*sa+ie* shall be paid+e people selee+ed +e �he eett*eil fer-people w4h disffbili+ies,
btA t4e board of ee ssiefier-s does hereby pr-evide t4a+ a*y legally ifietifFed t+a
Sec. 2-447. Reserved. s.
proper- pr-eee"r-e to f9liew ift r-eselving this, and theft r-epeI4 t4e vafietfs doings a
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(3) When fieeessafy and desir-ab! dies and ha-ve sttidies made that r-elate to t4e
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fl. Pz�iems of a cittide-vr-vimiefstowards per-sef s z ,41. .a:s.,biliities.
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Sec. 2-448. Reserved. .
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Section 3: Conflicts. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances, all County Code
sections or parts of County Code sections, and all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict
with this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 4: Severability. That should any section or provision of this ordinance or any
portion thereof, any paragraph, sentence, clause or word be declared by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder hereof as a
whole or part hereof other than the part declared invalid. 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 5: Codification. That the provisions of this ordinance shall be codified within
the Code of Ordinances of Monroe County, Florida, and any paragraph or section may be
renumbered to conform with the Code of Ordinances.
Section 6: Effective Date. That this Ordinance shall take effect upon filing with the
Florida Department of State as provided in Section 125.66, Fla. Stat., as may be amended from
time to time.
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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 , 2026.
Mayor Michelle Lincoln
Mayor Pro Tem David Rice
Commissioner Craig Cates
Commissioner Holly Merrill Raschein
Commissioner James K. Scholl
(Seal)
Attest: Kevin Madok, Clerk BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: By:
Deputy Clerk Michelle Lincoln, Mayor
Approved as to legal form and sufficiency:
By:
Eve M. Lewis, Asst. County Attorney
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