Resolution 270-2006 Marine Resources
RESOLUTION NO. 270- 2006
A RESOLUTION BY THE MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REQUESTING THE FLORIDA
FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION AND
THE STATE BOATING ADVISORY COUNCIL TO OPPOSE
THE SUGGESTED LEGISLATION OF A REQUIREMENT TO
REGISTER NON-MOTORIZED VESSELS.
WHEREAS, the waters of the Florida Keys are enjoyed by numerous
manually propelled and wind driven vessel operators; and
WHEREAS, Monroe County recognizes that non-powered vessels provide a
passive, low impact, non-invasive, environmentally friendly form of boating; and
WHEREAS, Monroe County is supportive of canoeing and kayaking and
has been instrumental in the development of the Florida Keys Overseas Paddling
Trail; and
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WHEREAS, non-motorized vessels typically require little if any
infrastructure, facilities or public funded services; and
WHEREAS, non-motorized vessel owners should not be burdened with
unnecessary fees or taxes; and
WHEREAS, the Monroe County Marine and Port Advisory Committee has
recommended opposition to the registration of non-motorized vessels.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA THAT:
Section 1. The Board of County Commissioners wishes to convey to the Florida
Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the State Boating Advisory Council,
and the Florida Legislature by this Resolution opposition to any proposed
legislation requiring registration of non-motorized vessels in the State of Florida.
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Section 2. This Resolution is presented to appropriate representatives of the
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the State Boating Advisory
Council, and the County's State legislative representatives.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners, Monroe
County, Florida at a regular meeting of said Board held on the 19th day of July,
A.D., 2006.
Mayor Charles "Sonny" McCoy Yes
Mayor Pro Tern Dixie Spehar Yes
Commissioner George Neugent Yes
Commissioner David Rice Yes
Commissioner Glenn Patton Yes
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