Monroe County Posts Business Impact Statements for Recent Ordinances Under State Law
"On Oct. 1, 2023, CS/SB 170 went into effect. The bill pertains to the passage and challenge of local ordinances. It adds to the process for local governments to pass ordinances and grants certain additional rights to those challenging them. The bill requires counties and cities to produce a “business impact estimate” before passing an ordinance, with exceptions. The estimate must be published on the local government’s website and include certain information, such as the proposed ordinance’s purpose, estimated economic impact on businesses, and compliance costs. The statements will be posted on this page. State: Business Impact Statement RequirementsBusiness Impact Estimates/StatementsOrdinance Adding Term Limits, FAC and Dive-Ecotourism/Revising Appointment Provisions, posted June 16, 2026Ordinance Division 5 Leases, posted May 29, 2026County Admin Authorization to Execute Residential Leases, posted May 29, 2026Adoption of Code Updates on FFPC Enforcement, posted March 31, 2026Ordinance County Administrator, posted March 20, 2026Land Authority: Conservation Lands Ordinance, posted March 16, 2026Ordinance Codifying Ad Hoc Committee for Noise Key West International Airport, posted Feb. 20, 2026Administrator Authorization to Grant Exemptions at County Facilities, posted Jan. 29, 2026Ordinance Amending Fire Rescue Code Regarding Fire Marshal, posted Jan. 16, 2026Ordinance to sunset the Florida Keys Council of People with Disabilities, posted Jan. 5, 2026Repealing and Amending Code Sections related to Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Service Reimbursements, posted Dec. 11, 2025Dec. 10, 2025 Regular BOCC Meeting – Item S1 – Required F.S. 125.66 Business Impact Estimate, posted Nov. 19, 2025Dec. 10, 2025 Regular BOCC Meeting – Item S2 – Required F.S. 125.66 Business Impact Estimate, posted Nov. 19, 2025Dec. 10, 2025 Regular BOCC Meeting – Item S3 – Required F.S. 125.66 Business Impact Estimate, posted Nov. 19, 2025TDC Plan to Allow for Local Advertisements to Promote Tourism, posted Aug. 20, 2025Land Development Code Liability Reduction, posted Aug. 7, 2025Amending Temporary Use Building Permits, posted June 30, 2025Card Sound Toll Rate Changes, posted June 18, 2025Ordinance Amending MC Code Section 6-108 - Fees, posted June 4, 2025$2 Additional Fee Court Cost, posted May 7, 2025Contractors Examining Board Changes, posted May 5, 2025Advisory Board Voting Conflicts, posted April 29, 2025Amending Section 23-199- Monroe County Tourist Development Council (TDC), posted April 16, 2025Clarifying Definition of Department Head, posted March 27, 2025Modifying School Break Camp Program to include field trip costs, posted Jan. 24, 2025Deferred ROGO Acceptance, posted Jan. 2025Special Districts, posted Jan. 2, 2025Restroom Hours at Higgs Beach, Key West, posted Aug. 22, 2024TDC Members Serve at Pleasure of BOCC, posted June 17, 2024No Fishing Shore Drive, posted June 17, 2024Card Sound Roll Toll, posted June 17, 2024Solid Waste Service Agreements, posted June 7, 2024 Monroe County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Trust Fund, posted May 3, 2024Authorizing Use of Funds Per SB 1456. posted May 1, 2024School Break Camp Program, posted May 1, 2024Animals at Key West airport, posted Feb. 21, 2024Aircraft runoffs at Key West airport, posted Feb. 21, 2024Aircraft parking at Key West airport, posted Feb. 21, 2024Operational hours at County parks and beaches, posted Feb. 21, 2024Sheriff as Chief Correctional Officer DesignationSchool Break Camp, posted Oct. 18, 2023Notice of Intent: School Break CampHarry Harris Park Fees, posted Oct. 3, 2023Notice of Intent: Boat Ramp and Admission FeesFire and Ambulance Board of Governors, posted Oct. 3, 2023Notice of Intent: Fire and Ambulance Purchasing Authority"
Board of County Commissioners
"The Florida Constitution states the governing body of each county shall be a Board of County Commissioners composed of five members serving staggered terms of four years, except when otherwise provided by the county charter. After each 10-year census, the Board of County Commissioners shall divide the county into districts of contiguous territory as nearly equal in population as practicable. One commissioner residing in each district shall be elected by the electors of the county.
Duties of the Board of County Commissioners:
- Review and pass the county budget and levy taxes
- Make appropriations for the county's operations as identified in the budget
- Authorize bonds for capital improvements
- Manage county properties through the county administrator
- Confirm division and department heads appointed by the county administrator
- Appoint special boards and committees
- Establish policy that filters through the county administrator to department heads and others who carry it out
- Present ordinances to the public for hearings, then vote on whether to adopt them for inclusion in the county code
Current Commissioners:
District 1: Craig Cates, 305-292-3440, 500 Whitehead St Suite 102, Key West, [email protected]
District 2: Michelle Lincoln, 305-292-4512, 7280 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, [email protected]
District 3: Jim Scholl, 305-292-3430, 1100 Simonton Street Suite 1-213, Key West, [email protected]
District 4: David Rice, 305-289-6000, 9400 Overseas Hwy Suite 210, Marathon, [email protected]
District 5: Holly Merrill Raschein, 305-453-8787, 102050 Overseas Hwy Suite 234, Key Largo, [email protected]
The District Breakdown:
District 1: East part of Key West, Stock Island, Key Haven
District 2: Boca Chica through 7 Mile Bridge, including the north side of US 1 to "Behind the Airport" in Marathon
District 3: West part of Key West
District 4: Marathon, not including District 2, through Plantation Key, with a small west end of Tavernier
District 5: Tavernier through Ocean Reef
Meetings:
The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners usually meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 9 a.m. at one of the following three locations:
Nelson Government Center, 102050 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037 - March, June, September, December
Marathon Government Center, 2798 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 - January, April, July, October
Harvey Government Center, 1200 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL 33040 - February, May, August, November
ADA Assistance:
If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in meeting proceedings, please contact the County Administrator's Office by phoning 305-292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., no later than five calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call "711.""
Summer Camps Start June 1
"Monroe County Parks & Beaches is gearing up for another summer of fun, learning, and adventurous activities with its 2026 Summer Camp Program, offering eight weeks of activities for children aged 6 to 12 at multiple locations throughout the Florida Keys.
Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding the volleyball specialty camp, which runs 9-3 p.m.), with a variety of activities, including interactive games, field trips, and hands-on experiences designed to keep kids active and engaged all summer long. The cost is $150 per week, with a $25 sibling discount available. Full registration is required at least 10 days prior to each camp session.
Weekly sessions begin June 1, with Lower Keys camps taking place at Big Pine Key Community Park (3 Weeks: June 1-19), Sugarloaf School (June 22-26 Volleyball Camp $200 and July 13-17), and Bernstein Park (July 20-24 and Aug. 3-7). In the Upper Keys, camp is offered July 6–10 at Plantation Key Community Center in Tavernier.
"Our summer camp program is about giving kids a safe, active, and memorable experience while school is out," said Monroe County Parks and Beaches Director John Allen. "From outdoor play to structured activities and local field trips, we're proud to offer something for every child across the Keys."
Families can also explore additional camp opportunities through partner organizations, including aquatic camps at Key Largo Community Park pool ([email protected] June 6-11), and the Sheriff's Youth Ranch Camp ([email protected] June 8-12) and the Special Olympics Camp ([email protected] July 6-10) at Bernstein Park on Stock Island.
For full details and to register, visit www.monroecounty-fl.gov/camps."
View Archive - Monroe County Government Center News Flash
"The Monroe County Government Center News Flash archive page provides a comprehensive listing of all published government announcements and notices. The archive spans from March 2010 through May 2026 and includes the following types of content:
Emergency and Weather Alerts: Multiple entries related to tropical storms and hurricanes including Hurricane Emily (August 2011), Hurricane Irene (August 2011), Tropical Storm Isaac (August 2012), Hurricane Sandy (October 2012), and general tropical weather updates.
Competitive Solicitations and Notices: Numerous notices of request for competitive solicitations, procurement notices, and requests for proposals published throughout 2014-2015 and beyond.
Meeting Notices: Public meeting notices for various county boards and committees including Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Career Service Council, Tourist Development Council committees (Fishing Umbrella, Dive Umbrella), and selection committees.
Construction and Transportation Updates: FDOT construction alerts, lane closure notifications, roadway project updates for various locations including State Road 5/N. Roosevelt Boulevard in Key West, Card Sound Road toll booth demolition, and runway renovation at Key West International Airport.
Community and Recreation: Parks reopening announcements, community park events, art contests, line dancing classes, tai chi classes, summer camps, and beach/park maintenance updates.
Emergency Management: Hurricane debris removal updates, FEMA funding announcements, housing recovery strategies, emergency volunteer corps creation, and post-hurricane recovery information.
Recent entries from 2025-2026 include community activities at Big Pine Key Community Park, park maintenance notices, solid waste collection schedules, and county commission meeting announcements."
FREE Line Dance Classes - Big Pine Key Community Park
"FREE Line Dance Classes - Big Pine Key Community Park. The Monroe County Government Center is hosting free line dance classes at Big Pine Key Community Park."
