BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY

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1 6A BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY PLACEMENT: PUBLIC HEARINGS PRESET: TITLE: ADOPTION OF THE 2011 MARTIN COUNTY LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA FOR AN AMENDMENT TO STATE LAWS GOVERNING THE REGULATIONS OF SPECIAL RESTAURANT (SRX) BEVERAGE LICENSING IN MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA AGENDA ITEM DATES: MEETING DATE: 11/30/2010 COMPLETED DATE: 11/18/2010 COUNTY ATTORNEY: 11/8/2010 ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR: 11/15/2010 REQUESTED BY: DEPARTMENT: PREPARED BY: Name: David Graham, Director of Administration Name: Procedures: None EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Department of Administration Kate Parmelee Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator Each year, the Board considers its legislative priorities in advance of the convening of the Florida Legislature. Also included again this year in the proposed priorities to be considered by public hearing is Board consideration of a request to the State of Florida for an amendment to state laws governing the regulations of special restaurant (SRX) beverage licensing in Martin County. The Laws of Florida require that a restaurant establishment in Martin County needs to be a minimum of 4,000 square feet in size and maintain 200 seats to qualify for a Special Restaurant Beverage License (SRX). The Board is asked to consider a request to change to a minimum of 2,500 square feet and 150 seats to qualify for an b PDF Page 1 of 60

2 SRX license within the seven Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs). This will make Martin County regulations more consistent with the laws of the State of Florida and the City of Stuart. APPROVAL: LEG CA BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL: Attached to this summary are the proposed priorities. Through this public hearing, the Martin County Board of County Commissioners will consider submitting a request to the Martin County Legislative Delegation to amend the SRX regulations within the legal boundaries of the seven CRA districts in Martin County. The seven CRA areas are: Jensen Beach, Rio, Port Salerno, Golden Gate, Old Palm City, Hobe Sound and Indiantown. SRX Licensing is regulated under State of Florida Administrative Code 61A and specific to Martin County, Special Act The current regulations in Martin County require that a restaurant must be at least 4,000 square feet in service area with 200 seats to qualify for a SRX License. The Board is asked to consider a request to the Legislature of the State of Florida to amend Special Act for the purpose of allowing the seven CRA districts of Martin County to be regulated under the provisions of Administrative Code 61A This amendment would allow restaurants within the legal boundaries of the seven Martin County CRA areas to apply for a SRX License with a minimum service area of 2500 square feet with 150 seats. ISSUES: The Board may find justification in this request in that the CRA areas of Martin County typically contain smaller lots and maintain smaller building size regulations for the purpose of achieving more pedestrian oriented design. This amendment would also open up more opportunities for small business owners and operators in the redevelopment areas of Martin County. This change would provide more opportunities for full-service restaurants to locate in our redevelopment areas that typically have smaller lots and building size restrictions; provide more opportunities for small business owners and operators to participate in the hospitality marketplace and provide more dining options for area consumers. And finally, the amendment would make the seven redevelopment districts in Martin County more consistent with the regulations in the City of Stuart and other jurisdictions within the State of Florida. RECOMMENDED ACTION: RECOMMENDATION Adopt the Legislative Program. Request the Board support a request to the local Legislative Delegation to initiate an amendment to the regulations b PDF Page 2 of 60

3 ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS Amend and adopt the proposed Legislative Program. Do not support a request to the local Legislative Delegation. FISCAL IMPACT: RECOMMENDATION Minimal staff time to process beverage licenses. No additional staff or resources are necessary. Funding Source County Funds Non-County Funds Authorization Subtotal Project Total ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS None. DOCUMENT(S) REQUIRING ACTION: Budget Transfer / Amendment Chair Letter Contract / Agreement Grant / Application Notice Ordinance Resolution Other: ROUTING: _ ADM _ BLD _ CDD _ COM _ ENG _ FRD _ GMD _ GSD _ ITS _ LIB _ MCA _ MPO _ PRD _ USD X CA _ ACA X LEG b PDF Page 3 of 60

4 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to consider a request to the Legislature of the State of Florida for passage of an act relating to Martin County, Florida to amend Special Act of the State of Florida governing the regulation of Special Restaurant Licensing in Martin County, Florida. The hearing by the Board of County Commissioners will be conducted on November 30, 2010, beginning at 9:00 AM, or as soon thereafter as the item may be heard. The hearing will be conducted at the Martin County Administrative Center, 1st Floor, Commission Room, 2401 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, Florida. The title of the proposed state legislative request: A REQUEST OF MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO AMEND SPECIAL ACT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA GOVERNING THE REGULATION OF SPECIAL RESTAURANT LICENSING IN MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA; FOR THE PURPOSE OF APPLYING THE GENERAL LAW PROVISIONS OF 61A SPECIAL RESTAURANT LICENSES FOR APPLICANTS WITHIN THE CURRENT BOUNDARIES OF THE SEVEN MARTIN COUNTY COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREAS OF MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA; ALLOWING FOR A MINIMUM OF 2,500 SQUARE FEET OF SERVICE AREA AND A MINIMUM OF 150 SEATS FOR AN APPLICANT TO QUALIFY FOR A SPECIAL RESTAURANT LICENSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. Copies of the item will be available from the Administration Department. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Office of the County Administrator at (772) , or in writing to 2401 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996, no later than three days before the meeting date. If you are hearing or voice impaired, please call (772) (TTY text telephone) or 711 for Florida Relay. Written comments may be directed to David Graham, Director, Department of Administration, 2401 S.E. Monterey Road, Stuart, Florida For more information please call (772) If any person decides to appeal any decisions made with respect to any matter considered at the meetings or hearings of any board, committee, commission, agency, council, or advisory group, that person will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record PDF should Page include 4 of 60the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

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6 Florida Administrative Code 61A Special Restaurant Licenses (1) Special restaurant licenses in excess of the quota limitation set forth in subsection (1), Florida Statutes, shall be issued to otherwise qualified applicants for establishments that are bona fide restaurants engaged primarily in the service of food and non-alcoholic beverages, if they qualify as special restaurant licensees as set forth in subsection (2) of this rule. Special restaurant licensees must continually comply with each and every requirement of both subsections (2) and (3) of this rule as a condition of holding a license. Qualifying restaurants must meet the requirements of this rule in addition to any other requirements of the beverage law. The suffix "SRX" shall be made a part of the license numbers of all such licenses issued after January 1, (2) Special restaurant licenses shall be issued only to applicants for licenses in restaurants meeting the criteria set forth herein. (a) Except in the counties of Alachua, Brevard, Broward, Citrus, for premises with a cocktail lounge or open bar, Dade, Pasco, St. Lucie, Walton, Martin, Nassau, Okaloosa, Okeechobee, Osceola, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Indian River, Lake, and Orange County with respect to Orlando, Winter Park, and Maitland, each of the above being controlled by general law or special act, a qualifying restaurant must have a service area occupying 2,500 or more square feet of floor space. 1. The required square footage shall not include any space contained in an uncovered or not permanently covered area adjacent to the premises because food service is not available at all times. 2. The required square footage shall be contiguous and under the management and control of a single licensed restaurant establishment. 3. Kitchens, food service areas, pantries, storage rooms, offices, and toilets, used exclusively in the operation of the restaurant shall be included in the required square footage. Measurements will be taken from the outside of qualifying structures or areas. (b) Except in the counties of Alachua, Brevard, Broward, Dade, Hendry, Highlands, Walton, Hillsborough, Indian River, Pasco, Martin, Nassau, Okaloosa, St. Lucie, Osceola, and Orange County with respect to Orlando, Winter Park, and Maitland, each of the above being controlled by general law or special act, a qualifying restaurant must have accommodations for the service and seating of 150 or more patrons at tables at one time. 1. The tables and seating must be located within the floor space provided for in paragraph (2)(a) of this rule. PDF Page 6 of 11 60

7 Florida Administrative Code (cont d) 2. The tables must be of adequate size to accommodate the service of full course meals in accordance with the number of chairs or other seating facilities provided at the table. 3. Seating at counters used to serve food shall be included in the minimum seating requirements. (c) Except in those counties and municipalities controlled by general law or special act, as set forth in paragraph (2)(b) of this rule, a qualifying restaurant must have all equipment for the service of 150 full course meals on the premises at one time. (d) An applicant for an SRX license must either hold, or have applied for, the appropriate restaurant license issued by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants prior to issuance of the temporary SRX license. The restaurant must hold the appropriate restaurant license before it will be eligible for a permanent SRX license. (e) A qualifying restaurant must comply with all fire safety laws relating to the operation of a restaurant. (3) Qualifying restaurants receiving a special restaurant license after April 18, 1972 must, in addition to continuing to comply with the requirements set forth for initial licensure, also maintain the required percentage, as set forth in paragraph (a) or (b) below, on a bi-monthly basis. Additionally, qualifying restaurants must meet at all times the following operating requirements: (a) At least 51 percent of total gross revenues must come from retail sale on the licensed premises of food and non-alcoholic beverages. Proceeds of catering sales shall not be included in the calculation of total gross revenues. Catering sales include food or non-alcoholic beverage sales prepared by the licensee on the licensed premises for service by the licensee outside the licensed premises. 1. Qualifying restaurants must maintain separate records of all purchases and gross retail sales of food and non-alcoholic beverages and all purchases and gross retail sales of alcoholic beverages. 2. The records required in subparagraph (3)(a)1. of this rule must be maintained on the premises, or other designated place approved in writing by the division for a period of 3 years and shall be made available within 14 days upon demand by an officer of the division. The division shall approve written requests to maintain the aforementioned records off the premises when the place to be designated is the business office, open 8 hours per work day, of a corporate officer, attorney, or accountant; the place to be designated is located in the State of Florida; and the place to be designated is precisely identified by complete mailing address. PDF Page 7 of 11 60

8 Florida Administrative Code (cont d) 3. Since the burden is on the holder of the special restaurant license to demonstrate compliance with the requirements for the license, the records required to be kept shall be legible, clear, and in the English language. 4. The required percentage shall be computed by adding all gross sales of food, non-alcoholic beverages, and alcoholic beverages and thereafter dividing that sum into the total of the gross sales of food plus non-alcoholic beverages. (b) Restaurants issued special restaurant licenses prior to April 18, 1972 but after September 1, 1969 shall be required to derive at least 30 percent of gross revenues from the sale of food and non-alcoholic beverages. (c) Restaurants holding special restaurant licenses issued prior to September 1, 1969 are not required to derive any fixed amount of gross revenue from the sale of food and non-alcoholic beverages but must operate as a bona fide restaurant and meet the other requirements of this rule. (d) Full course meals must be available at all times when the restaurant is serving alcoholic beverages except alcoholic beverage service may continue until food service is completed to the final seating of restaurant patrons for full course meals. A full course meal as required by this rule must include the following: 1. Salad or vegetable; 2. Entree; 3. Beverage; and 4. Bread. (e) For purposes of determining required percentages, an alcoholic beverage means the retail price of a serving of beer, wine, straight distilled spirits, or a mixed drink. (4) Establishments obtaining and operating under a temporary initial license as provided in Section (2), Florida Statutes, or under a temporary transfer license as provided in Section , Florida Statutes, shall be investigated by the division during said operation and prior to issuance of a permanent license to insure that the establishment is a bona fide restaurant primarily engaged in food and non-alcoholic beverage sales and service and that the requirements of this rule have been met. The failure of an establishment to operate as a bona fide restaurant during said period of time shall result in denial of the application for a special restaurant license. An application for a special restaurant license from an establishment which has had a prior application for a special restaurant license denied during the previous 30-day period will be accepted by the division. The recent denial of the prior application will, however, be deemed a disclosure on the face of the subsequent application of a reason to deny such subsequent application. Accordingly, in such cases, no temporary initial license will be issued for a period of 30 days to allow the division inspectors to ensure that the reason to deny has been abated. Specific Authority FS. Law Implemented (2)(a)4. FS. History New , Amended , , Formerly 7A \ PDF Page 8 of 11 60

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12 MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 2011 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES For more information, please contact: Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator Phone: (772) or ADOPTED: DRAFT REVISED: PDF Page 12 of 60

13 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PHOTO NOT YET AVAILABLE Doug Smith District 1 (772) Edward Fielding District 2 (772) Patrick Hayes District 3 (772) Sarah Heard District 4 (772) Edward Ciampi District 5 (772) Adopted: TBD PDF Page 13 of 60

14 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TABLE OF CONTENTS PRIORITY PAGE FY 2010 Strategic Goals Unfunded Mandates Home Rule Indian River Lagoon/CERP USDA Conservation Programs Amtrak Service on the FEC Corridor Renewable Energy and Statewide Energy Plan Indian Street Bridge Martin County Shore Protection Project St. Lucie Inlet Federal Navigation Project Urbanized Area Formula Grants Program Section 5307 Funding Enterprise Zone Designation Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) Affordable Housing SRX Special Restaurant Beverage License Board Approved Legislative Issues Board Approved Legislative Issues - Associations NOTE: Martin County is represented by a dedicated team of lobbyists who work to advance our legislative priorities in Washington and Tallahassee. At the federal level, Martin County is represented by Clark & Weinstock (C&W) and Van Scoyoc Associates (VSA). At the state level, Martin County is represented by Smith & Ballard (S&B). 2 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 14 of 60

15 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FY 2010 STRATEGIC GOALS 1 1. Promote a countywide conversation about our future. 2. Continue to promote Martin County open for business. 3. Review government salary and compensation. 4. Support continued funding and construction of the CERP/IRL project. 5. Identify partners in economic development initiatives. 6. Revised incentives to fill vacancies in the Community Redevelopment Areas through targeted economic gardening. 7. Develop a public/private partnership to manage County owned conservation and park lands. 1 FY 2011 Strategic Goals are in the process of being developed and this document will be updated to reflect the new goals once available. 3 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 15 of 60

16 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE UNFUNDED MANDATES (LOBBYISTS: C&W, S&B) BACKGROUND An unfunded mandate is defined as a state or federal directive that compels local governments to provide a service, program, or benefit without providing the appropriate monies or a funding source. While some mandates are justified because they achieve agreed upon policy goals, many, if not most mandates are imposed without the consensus of local governments or resources for implementation. Mandates drain the financial lifeblood from county governments and impede the ability to adequately deliver fundamental services required by law. Mandates also compromise a county s ability to provide discretionary services requested by the local community. REQUEST The Martin County Board of County Commissioners (MCBOCC) opposes any state or federal actions that limit the ability of local elected officials to make fiscal and public policy decisions for the citizens they represent. The MCBOCC supports the establishment of an agreed upon course of action whereby elected officials deliberatively evaluate the appropriate funding and delivery of intergovernmental service responsibilities between the county and state or federal governments. BENEFIT Eliminating unfunded mandates is legislatively responsible and will ensure that local governments can plan more effectively to provide the most basic services to their citizens. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental & Grants Coordinator, (772) , kparmele@martin.fl.us 4 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 16 of 60

17 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE HOME RULE (LOBBYIST: S&B) BACKGROUND The MCBOCC is dedicated to the preservation of democratic principles, specifically that the government closest to the people is the appropriate authority to serve the needs and requirements of the community. Home rule is the right of the people to determine and implement a public purpose at the grassroots level. Home rule power is conferred to Florida counties by Article VIII, Section 1(f) and 1(g) of the Florida Constitution (1968), and by section , Florida Statutes. The preservation of this fundamental democratic concept is essential to the operation of county governments in Florida. REQUEST The MCBOCC is dedicated to maintaining the integrity of county home rule power, both administrative and fiscal, which allows counties to develop and implement community-based solutions to local problems. BENEFIT Preserving home rule principles ensures that local government, which is closest to its citizens, is able to serve the needs of the community. FOR MORE INFORMATION Taryn Kryzda, Acting County Administrator, (772) , tkryzda@martin.fl.us 5 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 17 of 60

18 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE INDIAN RIVER LAGOON/CERP (LOBBYISTS: C&W, S&B) BACKGROUND The MCBOCC urges continued support of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) and its companion Indian River Lagoon Plan, and legislation that will allocate a sufficient match of federal and state dollars. REQUEST Support the South Florida Water Management District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Community Issues Budget Requests, and related legislation. Martin County reiterates its commitment to the Indian River Lagoon South component of CERP and urges the South Florida Water Management District and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to move expeditiously on completion of land purchases and construction of the components approved in the Indian River Lagoon South Project Implementation Report. BENEFIT The MCBOCC encourages and supports completion of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan, including the C-44 STA Reservoir. The Indian River Lagoon South project will benefit the Indian River Lagoon. FOR MORE INFORMATION Gary Roderick, Environmental Quality Manager (772) , groderic@martin.fl.us COMMITTEE Energy & Water Appropriations 6 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 18 of 60

19 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE USDA CONSERVATION PROGRAMS (LOBBYISTS: C&W, S&B) BACKGROUND The 42,000 acre Allapattah Complex is one of three natural water storage and treatment areas included in the Indian River Lagoon Feasibility Study s recommended plan, a component of the CERP. Its features are expected to provide for restoration of the wetland/upland mosaic of the site and benefit the Indian River Lagoon through water storage in natural wetland systems. To date, 22,172 acres have been purchased with funding from the Save Our Everglades Trust Fund, Martin County s one cent sales tax, the Natural Resources Conservation Service Wetlands Reserve Program, and the District s Everglades ad valorem tax. The restoration of the Allapattah Complex occurred through partnerships between Martin County, which purchased the land and donated it to the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). SFWMD placed the land into the Wetlands Reserve Program a USDA conservation program. The last Farm Bill made such a cooperative effort now impossible by changing the law so that only farmers could use the program. This prevents SFWMD for entering into a contract with USDA. REQUEST Support amending the Farm Bill to open the Wetlands Reserve Program once again to government entities. BENEFIT The MCBOCC encourages and supports completion of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan, including the C-44 STA Reservoir. FOR MORE INFORMATION Gary Roderick, Environmental Quality Manager, (772) , groderic@martin.fl.us The innovative partnership that helped preserve and restore Allapattah is not possible with current legislation. 7 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 19 of 60

20 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE AMTRAK SERVICE ON THE FEC CORRIDOR (LOBBYISTS: C&W, S&B) BACKGROUND The MCBOCC, Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) and other local governments and MPOs have been working together to reintroduce passenger service, via Amtrak, on 326 miles of the FEC railway between Jacksonville and Miami. The proposed eight new passenger stations on the East Coast include Stuart, Ft. Pierce, Vero Beach, Melbourne, Vero Beach, Cocoa, Titusville, Daytona Beach, and St. Augustine. Existing stations on the East Coast include Jacksonville, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Deerfield Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Hollywood, and Miami. Other existing stations include Orlando, Tampa, Winter Park, Sanford, Lakeland and more. More than 174 resolutions and letters of support have been adopted by public and private organizations around the state. These include city/county commissions, MPO boards, regional planning councils, chambers of commerce, tourist development councils, merchants associations, state-wide organizations and others, including the Governor, congressional and legislative leaders. The Florida Department of Transportation submitted a federal funding application for the project to the Federal Railroad Administration in August for a requested $250 million to complete the project within 3 years. It was not selected this cycle and funds are still needed to move forward. A liability agreement between Amtrak and the State of Florida also must be approved by the legislature. Amtrak is requesting the same protections as CSX received from the legislature last year. This legislation would also allow the SunRail commuter rail project in Orlando to move forward as well. REQUEST Request the Florida Legislative and Congressional Delegation support funding for Amtrak Service on the FEC Corridor, and support legislation that would provide Amtrak the same protections as CSX. BENEFIT According to Florida Department of Transportation estimates, the project will create 2,100 jobs in three years; generate long-term revenues of more than $2 billion in land development; and provide improved mobility and environmental benefits. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kim Delaney, TCRPC, Growth Management Coordinator, (772) , kdelaney@tcrpc.org Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator, , kparmele@martin.fl.us 8 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 20 of 60

21 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE RENEWABLE ENERGY AND STATEWIDE ENERGY PLAN (LOBBYISTS: C&W, S&B) BACKGROUND Currently, 2% of energy in Florida comes from renewable energy sources, primarily from the state s solid waste plants. Florida has made it a priority to increase the percentage of renewable energy from 2% to 20% by Legislation to build facilities that would produce 110- megawatts of renewable energy included three solar projects, including Martin County. In keeping with Martin County's historic vision of providing and maintaining an environmentally sound and sustainable quality of life, the County is committed to establishing policies, guidelines, goals, and strategic actions to promote sustainability and energy conservation. Martin County received gold level certification as a Green Local Government from the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) in Martin County is the site of the world s first hybrid solar energy plant, currently under construction by FPL in Indiantown REQUEST Support and encourage legislation that reduces barriers to solar construction in Florida to achieve more solar and renewable energy alternatives. Encourage adoption of a statewide comprehensive climate change action plan, energy policies and other initiatives to reduce carbon dioxide and other compounds in the atmosphere. Support state funding sources to assist local governments in developing and implementing necessary climate change initiatives. BENEFIT Solar projects and a statewide energy provide the opportunity to create and attract more clean-energy jobs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, fighting the effects of climate change. A statewide comprehensive climate change action plan would help provide solutions to present and future generations, including ecosystem sustainability, long term water supply, flood protection, public health and safety and economic growth and prosperity. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator, (772) , kparmele@martin.fl.us 9 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 21 of 60

22 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE INDIAN STREET BRIDGE (LOBBYISTS: C&W, S&B) BACKGROUND The Indian Street Bridge has been the #1 priority of the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for over 16 years and it has been part of the Martin County Comprehensive Plan for 24 years. It is the 3rd highest ranked need in the 2030 Regional Long Range Transportation Plan adopted by the Treasure Coast Transportation Council (representing Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River Counties). The Martin MPO accumulated money for many years while other county and state road projects were delayed, but cost increases continued to out-pace the available funding. In 2007 Martin County provided FDOT with $29.7 million in funding to proceed with the acquisition of right-of-way. The Indian Street Bridge received $128 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Until additional funding became available under the ARRA, the project could not move to the construction phase. The bridge is currently undergoing the design-build process, making it possible for construction to commence while right-of-way acquisition is finalized. The Interim LOS for the SR 714 Palm City Bridge has expired. Martin County is relying on construction of the new Indian Street Bridge to relieve congestion on the existing Palm City Bridge and to maintain compliance with the Martin County Comprehensive Growth Management Plan. REQUEST Continued support for the Indian Street Bridge until construction is complete. BENEFIT The Indian Street Bridge Project will ease congestion, provide safety improvements and promote economic stability. It will serve as an alternate transportation corridor and evacuation route for the functionally obsolete, over capacity Palm City Bridge. FOR MORE INFORMATION Terry Rauth, Deputy County Engineer, (772) , COMMITTEE Federal: Transportation & Infrastructure, Appropriations State: Transportation; Economic Expansion & Infrastructure 10 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 22 of 60

23 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE MARTIN COUNTY SHORE PROTECTION PROJECT (LOBBYIST: VSA) BACKGROUND This project was authorized by the Water Resources Development Act of Its purpose is to provide a protective beach berm and storm dune approximately 3.75 miles long, and for periodic nourishment of the restored beach and adjacent shoreline as required. The initial Hutchinson Island Beach Renourishment Project was constructed in early A second full project was completed in the spring of 2005, as a recovery effort from the devastation of the 2004 hurricane season. It is notable that property on the barrier islands of Martin County represent almost 20% of total taxable property value in the County. BEFORE CURRENT STATUS AFTER Martin County continues to work with the US Army Corps of Engineers to complete work required for the FY11 Shore Protection Project. A Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) and lease agreement with MMS is required for the construction project to proceed. Biological and physical studies have been completed to support the SEIS document and the process is underway. A record of decision (ROD) is required before the County can move to the final step, which is execution of a tri-party lease agreement between the Corps, Martin County and MMS for use of the borrow site. REQUEST Support appropriation of $8 million in federal funding for the Martin County Shore Protection Project. This funding is currently provided in the FY11 Administration Budget and the FY11 House and Senate Energy & Water Appropriations bills. However, with the uncertain conclusion to the FY11 Appropriations process, it is unclear whether the funding will remain. It is also imperative that the SEIS process stay on track to allow construction in Nov. /Dec Support maintenance of state funding for beach renourishment projects. BENEFIT Project benefits include: storm damage reduction for 4 miles of barrier island; prevention of land loss; valuable recreational benefits and protection of a vital evacuation route for residents. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kathy Fitzpatrick, Coastal Engineer, (772) , kfitzpat@martin.fl.us COMMITTEE Energy & Water Appropriations 11 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 23 of 60

24 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL AND STATE ST. LUCIE INLET FEDERAL NAVIGATION PROJECT (LOBBYIST: VSA) BACKGROUND In accordance with Section 201, the House and Senate Public Works Committee approved the St. Lucie, Florida Federal Navigation Project by resolutions dated May 9, 1974 and May 31, 1974 respectively. The project provides for increasing the capacity of the sediment impoundment basin and raising a portion of the north jetty to intercept incoming storm waves. The current authorization contains key structural components along with ongoing maintenance of the federal channel. The Impoundment Basin, completed in 2002, traps sediments entering the inlet before they can impact the navigation channel. The North Jetty Rehab, completed in 2009 increased the jetty height, shielding the navigation channel from heavy seas and better distributing sand flow throughout the impoundment basin. IMPACT OF THE WATERWAYS $362 million in annual sales $123 million in personal income 4,237 jobs $588 million in property values STATUS In its current configuration, the low crest of the north jetty allows storm waves to enter the inlet creating unsafe boating conditions. Sand transported by these storm waves is deposited in the navigation channel. Construction of the North Jetty Rehabilitation project will increase the height of the jetty, shielding the navigation channel from heavy seas. The reduction of wave energy entering the inlet will improve the navigability of the inlet, reduce the maintenance requirements, and decrease costs of dredging. Permits have been issued, project plans and specifications are complete and the recently excavated impoundment basin provides the perfect platform to construct this jetty rehabilitation. BENEFIT The Inlet supports a vital commercial fishing industry that contributes heavily to 31 million lbs. of catch on Florida s east coast. Locally, it supports 350 marine related businesses generating revenues exceeding $302 million/year. It also serves an important environmental function, flushing water discharged from Lake Okeechobee via the St. Lucie Canal into the Atlantic Ocean. Project benefits include: reduced damages to vessels, reduced maintenance frequency and cost; increased net revenues and economic value of commercial and recreational boating; and increased efficiency of impoundment basin and eliminate diverted trips. REQUEST Support FY11 funding of $2.25 million as proposed in the House version of the Energy & Water Appropriations bill. Assuming the FY11 Appropriations process wraps up this year with that funding included, seek an additional $4.75 million in funding during the FY12 Appropriations process. Maintain funding for state programs that address inlet issues. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kathy Fitzpatrick, Coastal Engineer, (772) , kfitzpat@martin.fl.us COMMITTEE Energy & Water 12 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 24 of 60

25 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 FEDERAL URBANIZED AREA FORMULA GRANTS PROGRAM - SECTION 5307 FUNDING (LOBBYIST: VSA) BACKGROUND Under various recent Transportation Equity Acts, grant funding for capital and operating expenses for transit agencies is provided via the Urbanized Area Formula Grants Program, also known as Section 5307 funding. Urbanized areas (UZA s) are places designated by the Census Bureau as having populations of 50,000 people or more. In UZA s of fewer than 200,000 people, transit agencies are allowed to use 50 percent of their funding from the program for operating expenses, with the remainder to be spent on capital expenses. In UZA s of more than 200,000 people, transit agencies must generally use their entire grant allocation on capital expenses. In 2000, the Census Bureau grouped Martin and St. Lucie Counties into one UZA, creating an area with a population of more than 200,000 people. At the request of our counties and others like us, Congress continued to allow areas such as ours, those recently placed into a new UZA with a population of more than 200,000, to continue to spend up to 50 percent of our allocated funding on operating expenses. However, this provision is scheduled to expire at the end of this year. STATUS If this provision is not continued in a new Continuing Resolution or one of the Fiscal Year 2011 Appropriations bills, we will be forced to come up with more than $375,000 in funding to maintain our current transit system. If we cannot secure that type of funding locally, we will need to eliminate two of our four fixed routes or eliminate one route, reduce a second one, and eliminate para-transit services (door-to-door service provided to elderly and disabled persons that cannot transport themselves). Our level of Federal funding will not decrease under this scenario, but we will be prohibited from spending the funding on operating expenses. That may leave us with the newest and best bus system in the region, but with no one to operate the routes, maintain the equipment, pay for gasoline, or perform other functions that are part of our operating expenses REQUEST Extend the current arrangement during the end of the year wrap-up of the Appropriations process and support H.R and S. 3189, bills which would allow public transit systems in UZA s of between 200,000 and 500,000 people which operate fewer than 100 buses in peak operation to continue to use up to 50 percent of Section 5307 funding for operating expenses. FOR MORE INFORMATION Don Donaldson, Engineering Director, (772) , ddonalds@martin.fl.us 13 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 25 of 60

26 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 STATE ENTERPRISE ZONE DESIGNATION (LOBBYIST: S&B) BACKGROUND This priority is an Economic Development Strategic Objective for the MCBOCC. The MCBOCC approved an economic stimulus package which included direction to pursue, with the support of our legislative delegation and related economic development agencies, the designation of an Enterprise Zone by the State of Florida. The designation would make state-funded incentives available to qualifying companies in our community, which would empower Martin County to meet economic development goals. The designated Enterprise Zone would encompass an area up to 10 square miles in Indiantown. Martin County will file legislation with Palm Beach County, which includes expansion of Palm Beach County boundaries and authorization to pursue an Enterprise Zone in Martin County. REQUEST The MCBOCC requests the Treasure Coast Legislative Delegation support and sponsor legislation for Enterprise Zone designations. To reduce the economic impact, legislation will include authorization of Office of Tourism, and Trade and Economic Development (OTTED) to establish initial effective dates of designations. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator, (772) , COMMITTEE House: Economic Expansion & Infrastructure Council; Policy & Budget Council Senate: Commerce; Community Affairs; Finance and Tax; Transportation and Economic Development Appropriations 14 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 26 of 60

27 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 STATE RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE (REDI) (LOBBYIST: S&B) BACKGROUND This priority is an Economic Development Strategic Objective for the MCBOCC. The REDI program provides financial assistance to certain rural counties and communities. Member agencies and organizations of REDI review the financial match requirements for projects in rural areas. Counties and communities that meet certain statutory criteria may request a waiver or reduction of the match requirements. To be eligible to request a waiver or reduction of match requirements, a county or community must meet the statutory definition of rural and must have three or more of the economic distress conditions identified in Section (2) (a), Florida Statutes. REQUEST The MCBOCC requests the Treasure Coast Legislative Delegation support and sponsor legislation to create a carve out for Martin County similar to those in other areas of the State. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator, (772) , kparmele@martin.fl.us COMMITTEE House: Economic Expansion & Infrastructure Council; Policy & Budget Council Senate: Commerce; Community Affairs; Finance and Tax; Transportation and Economic Development Appropriations 15 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 27 of 60

28 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 STATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING (LOBBYIST: S&B) BACKGROUND State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP) funding has been an integral part of the success of affordable housing programs in Martin County. Martin County s SHIP allocation for FY2008/2009 was $1,425,558. Due to state budget constraints, the FY 2009/2010 allocation was limited to approximately $350,000 for first time home buyers assistance. In FY 2010/2011 no funding for SHIP was allocated. Along with the Florida Association of Counties, Florida League of Cities, the Florida Housing Coalition and many other organizations, Martin County supports repealing the cap on state and local housing trust funds and full funding for Florida s affordable housing programs in On September , the MCBOCC adopted a resolution urging the Florida Legislature to repeal the cap on the state and local housing trust fund and submitted certified copies of the resolution to the Martin County s Legislative Delegation, the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House, the Executive Office of the Governor, and the Florida Housing Coalition. REQUEST The MCBOCC requests the Florida Legislature to repeal the cap on state and local housing trust funds and restore full funding to affordable housing programs in FOR MORE INFORMATION Don Cole, Housing Manager, , dcole@martin.fl.us 16 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 28 of 60

29 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 STATE SPECIAL RESTAURANT LICENSE (SRX) (LOBBYIST: S&B) BACKGROUND SRX licensing is regulated under State of Florida Administrative Code 61A , and specific to Martin County, Special Act The current regulations in Martin County require that a restaurant must be at least 4,000 square feet in service area with 200 seats to qualify for a SRX License. Community Redevelopment Areas in Martin County typically contain smaller lots and maintain smaller building size regulations for the purpose of achieving more pedestrian-oriented design. REQUEST Request the Legislature of the State of Florida to amend Special Act for the purpose of allowing the seven Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) districts of Martin County to be regulated under the provisions of Administrative Code 61A This amendment would allow restaurants within the legal boundaries of the CRAs to apply for a SRX License with a minimum service area of 2,500 square feet with 150 seats. BENEFIT This amendment would provide more opportunities for full-service restaurants and small business owners and operators to locate in our redevelopment areas that typically have smaller lots and building size restrictions. It would also provide more opportunities for small business owners and operators to participate in the hospitality marketplace and provide more dining options for area consumers. The amendment would also make the seven CRAs more consistent with the City of Stuart and other jurisdictions within the State. FOR MORE INFORMATION Kevin Freeman, Community Development Director, (772) , kfreeman@martin.fl.us Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator, (772) , kparmele@martin.fl.us 17 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 29 of 60

30 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 LEGISLATIVE ISSUES The MCBOCC endorses the following position statements on legislative issues: Arts Funding: Support increasing funding for the arts. Beach Management: Support increasing the State's share of funding for regional beach management. Customs Facility at Witham Field: Support the establishment of, legislation and funding for a user fee based US Customs location at Witham Field to support Marine, Aviation and Tourism jobs. CRA Designation: Support federal CRA designations. Derelict Vessel Removal: Support increase in funding for derelict vessel removal. Florida Forever/Historic Preservation: Support funding for Florida Forever and Historic Preservation. Florida Statute : Request that the statute be broadened to include Licensed Mental Health Counselors; Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Marriage and Family counselors to be able to become certified and perform assessments of mental competence to proceed (in court) and/or to be found not guilty by reason of insanity. Growth Management: Monitor the status of the Department of Community Affairs, any potential revisions to the Growth Management Act and any possible attempts to preempt local environmental regulations. Impact Fees: Oppose legislation that diminishes the ability of counties to levy impact fees without provision for an alternative funding source. The Board adheres to a policy that growth should pay for the impact it makes on infrastructure required to support that growth. Support application of existing statutes to remedy any perceived issues in regards to implementation, timing, and application of impact fees. Infrastructure/Construction Funding: Identify and apply for federal funding to improve infrastructure for county facilities. Loxahatchee River Preservation Initiative: Support continued funding of those projects identified through the Loxahatchee River Preservation Initiative; a partnership of governmental agencies brought together for the common goal of the restoration and enhancement of the Loxahatchee River. Marine, Agriculture, Knowledge and Information, Bio-Science: Support funding to strengthen and expand the marine, agriculture, knowledge and information, bio-science, and high wage aircraft industry economic sectors, focused upon increasing high paying jobs and a broadened tax base in selected economic sectors. Mooring Field: Support legislation that would provide opportunities for local government to create mooring fields to meet the individual needs of the community. Property Insurance: Support legislation to increase accessibility and decrease cost of windstorm and flood insurance. Property Tax Reform: As an overriding goal of reforming Florida s Property Tax Structure, support solutions that improve equity and fairness among classes of taxpayers as well as 18 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 30 of 60

31 Ma Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 individual taxpayers. Support reasonable limits on the rate of property tax assessment increases. Retinoblastoma Screening: Support legislation known as "Joey's Bill," providing for infant eye dilation examination for the detection of Retinoblastoma. State Designations: Support state designation of the Elliott Museum as Florida s Baseball Museum and support state designation of the Maritime & Classic Boat Museum as Florida s East Coast Maritime Museum. St. Lucie River Issues Team: Support continued funding of those projects identified through the St. Lucie River Issues Team; a partnership of governmental agencies brought together for the common goal of the restoration and enhancement of the St. Lucie River Estuary and Indian River Lagoon project lists. Sustainable Agriculture: Monitor state and federal legislation regulating Small Farms, Farm to Institution programs, and food safety that will negatively impact direct market and green market producers. TABOR (Taxpayer Bill of Rights): Oppose this one-size-fits-all measure that caps state and local government spending and revenue to a defined base amount, adding inflation and population. Trauma Care: The issue of trauma care continues to be of concern. The intent of FS has not been carried out beyond the preliminary stages since its adoption. More than five years after the findings reported by the Florida Department of Health s Trauma System Report, the State s trauma system remains fragmented due to lack of funding and lack of enforcement authority. Support legislation to fund the State-mandated Trauma Care System. Oppose any legislation that would mandate counties to fund a State Trauma Care System. LEGISLATIVE ISSUES ASSOCIATIONS The MCBOCC supports, in general, the 2011 legislative priorities of the following Associations: American Water Works Association (AWWA) Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association (FADAA) Florida Association of Counties (FAC) Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) Florida Association of County Engineers and Road Superintendants (FACERS) Florida Association of Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR) Florida Airports Council Florida Beach & Shore Preservation Association (FSBPA) Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association (FAPA) Florida Chapter, Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (FLATOA) Florida Certification Board (FCB) Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA) Florida Coalition for Children (FCC) Florida Drug Court Professionals (FDCA) 19 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 31 of 60

32 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Legislative Priorities 2011 Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC) Florida Emergency Preparedness Association (FEPA) Florida Engineering Society (FES) Florida Fire Chief s Association (FFCA) Florida Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association (FFMIA) Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) Florida Housing Coalition (FHC) Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC) Florida League of Cities (FLC) Florida Library Association (FLA) Florida Local Government Information Systems Association (FLGISA) Florida s People Florida s Promise Florida Recreation and Park Association (FRPA) Florida State Association of Supervisors of Elections (FSASE) Florida Stormwater Association (FSA) Interagency Coalition of Martin County Martin County Children s Services Council (MCCSC) National Association of Counties (NACo) South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) United Way of Martin County Workforce Solutions of the Treasure Coast 20 Adopted: TBD PDF Page 32 of 60

33 BCC MEETING DATE: November 30, 2010 AGENDA ITEM: 6A TO: VIA: FROM: MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA SUPPLEMENTAL MEMORANDUM Honorable Members of the Board DATE: November 22, 2010 of County Commissioners Taryn Kryzda Acting County Administrator Kate Parmelee, Intergovernmental and Grants Coordinator REF: SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF THE 2011 MARTIN COUNTY LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM AND PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA FOR AN AMENDMENT TO STATE LAWS GOVERNING THE REGULATIONS OF SPECIAL RESTAURANT (SRX) BEVERAGE LICENSING IN MARTIN COUNTY, FLORIDA For your reference, please find attached the presentation. The following additional items have been requested to be added to the 2011 Legislative Priorities. Additional Legislative Issues Local/State Trail Partnerships: Request the East Coast Greenway be added to State Park Management Plans and assist local governments in the process of constructing sections of the trail in their respective municipalities. Broadband Infrastructure: Support increased funding and collaborative efforts for broadband infrastructure needs. Cultural Facilities Program: Support the Cultural Facilities Program and funding recommendations. Additional Legislative Issues Associations Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council (MPOAC) National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) Additional Legislative Priority (State) Florida Forever and Everglades Restoration (Lobbyist: S&B) BACKGROUND:The Florida Forever Program serves as the blueprint for conservation of the State s natural resources. Millions of acres of lands have been preserved under this and predecessor programs. Additionally, at least 27 local governments have initiated conservation lands acquisition programs, leveraging state dollars with local funds to preserve locally and regionally important ecosystems. In Martin County, 22,867 acres have been acquired previously through this program. The program was not funded by the Legislature in 2009 and only minimally funded in This was a major setback to both state and local efforts to preserve the natural resources of the State. The lack of Florida Forever funding has been a setback to Martin County, which has identified over 50,000 acres of conservation land appropriate to purchase. Page 1 of 1 adm2011m112 SUPPLEMENTAL.docx PDF Page 33 of 60

34 BCC MEETING DATE: November 30, 2010 AGENDA ITEM: 6A This year FCT is proposing an accelerated grant application cycle. The rankings for funding from this cycle will be the rankings used when and if funding for Florida Forever is once again appropriated by the legislature. Changes limiting dollars available per grant applicant and removal of criteria supporting conservation and restoration of natural lands are proposed. These changes to the way rankings are made would negatively affect Martin County projects. Successfully negotiating these changes could protect millions of potential cost-sharing revenue dollars for the County. REQUEST: The MCBOCC supports rule changes that could, but currently do not, address pre-acquired properties and their eligibility in grant cycles when the State does not fund the program. Legislation should be sought to address pre-acquired parcels The County also supports efforts to fully fund the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund and to pursue rule changes or legislation that will allow funds from that source to assist with funding the debt service on bonds sold for Florida Forever. Further, the MCBOCC asks that the necessary appropriations be reinstated to fully fund this nationally recognized land acquisition program. BENEFIT: The specified appropriations will allow the County to apply for State matching funds through Florida Forever Grant programs for land acquisitions that are eligible for the funds. This will leverage our local government acquisition dollars. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact: Paul Millar, Water Resource Manager, (772) , Reviewed by Stephen Fry, County Attorney Page 2 of 2 adm2011m112 SUPPLEMENTAL.docx PDF Page 34 of 60

35 Martin County Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing: Special Restaurant Licensing (SRX) in Martin County PDF Page 35 of 60

36 Special Restaurant Licensing Special Restaurant Licensing (SRX) in Martin County Florida law require a restaurant establishment in Martin County needs to be a minimum i of 4,000 square feet in size and maintain 200 seats to qualify for a Special Restaurant License (SRX). The Board is asked to consider a request to change to a minimum of 2,500 square feet and 150 seats to qualify for an SRX license within the seven Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs). This will make Martin County regulations more consistent with Florida law and the City of Stuart. PDF Page 36 of 60

37 Special Restaurant Licensing Issues CRA areas of Martin County typically contain smaller lots and maintain smaller building size regulations. This amendment would also open up more opportunities for small business owners and operators in the redevelopment areas of Martin County and provide more dining options for area consumers. PDF Page 37 of 60

38 Special Restaurant Licensing Recommended Action Request the Board support a request to the local Legislative Delegation to initiate an amendment to the regulations. Alternative Recommendation Do not support a request to the local Legislative Delegation. PDF Page 38 of 60

39 Martin County Board of County Commissioners 2011 Proposed Legislative Priorities PDF Page 39 of 60

40 2011 Legislative Priorities Federal Issues State Issues 2011 Lobbying Team: Federal: Clark & Weinstock (C&W), Van Scyoc & Associates (VSA) State: Smith & Ballard (S&B) Partner with associations, such as the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) and National Association of County Organizations (NACo) PDF Page 40 of 60

41 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State Unfunded Mandates Home Rule PDF Page 41 of 60

42 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State Indian River Lagoon/CERP The MCBOCC encourages and supports completion of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan, including the C-44 STA Reservoir. PDF Page 42 of 60

43 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State USDA Conservation Programs Support amending the Farm Bill to open the Wetlands Reserve Program once again to government entities. PDF Page 43 of 60

44 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State Amtrak Service on the FEC Corridor Request the Florida Legislative and Congressional Delegation support funding for Amtrak Service on the FEC Corridor, and support legislation that would provide Amtrak the same protections as CSX. PDF Page 44 of 60

45 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State Renewable Energy and Statewide t Energy Plan Support and encourage legislation that reduces barriers to solar construction in Florida to achieve more solar and renewable energy alternatives. Encourage adoption of a statewide comprehensive climate change action plan, energy policies and other initiatives. Support state funding sources to assist local l governments. PDF Page 45 of 60

46 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State Indian Street Bridge Continued support for the Indian Street Bridge until construction is complete. PDF Page 46 of 60

47 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State Martin County Shore Protection Project Support appropriation of $8 million in federal funding for the Martin County Shore Protection Project. Support maintenance of state funding for beach renourishment ih projects. BEFORE AFTER PDF Page 47 of 60

48 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State St. Lucie Inlet Navigation Project Support FY11 funding of $2.25 million as proposed in the House version of the Energy & Water Appropriations bill. Seek an additional $4.75 million in funding during FY12 Appropriations process. Maintain funding for state programs that address inlet issues. IMPACT OF THE WATERWAYS $362 M in annual sales $123 M in personal income 4,237 jobs $588 M in property values PDF Page 48 of 60

49 2011 Legislative Priorities: Federal and State Urbanized Area Formula Grants Program Section 5307 Funding Extend the current arrangement during the end of the year wrap-up of the Appropriations process and support H.R and S PDF Page 49 of 60

50 2011 Legislative Priorities: State Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) The MCBOCC requests the Treasure Coast Legislative Delegation support and sponsor legislation to create a carve out for Martin County similar to those in other areas of the State. PDF Page 50 of 60

51 2011 Legislative Priorities: State Enterprise Zone Designation Request the Treasure Coast Legislative Delegation support and sponsor legislation for Enterprise Zone designations. To reduce the economic impact, legislation will include authorization of Office of Tourism, and Trade and Economic Development (OTTED) to establish initial effective dates of designations. PDF Page 51 of 60

52 2011 Legislative Priorities: State Affordable Housing Request the Florida Legislature to repeal the cap on state and local housing trust funds and restore full funding to affordable housing programs in PDF Page 52 of 60