Item Coversheet

NEW BUSINESS  19.

COMMITTEE MEMORANDUM

TO: Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee Members


FROM:
Alina T. Hudak, City Manager


DATE: February 28, 2023


SUBJECT:

DISCUSSION ON THE MARINE AND WATERFRONT PROTECTION AUTHORITY BOARD’S RECOMMENDATION THAT THE CITY ESTABLISH A NON-MOTORIZED BOAT ZONE IN THE WATERS IMMEDIATELY SURROUNDING MONUMENT ISLAND.

HISTORY:

Commissioner Meiner placed a referral to the Public Safety and Neighborhood and Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC) on the November 16, 2022 City Commission Meeting agenda to discuss the Marine Waterfront Protection Authority Board’s recommendation that the city establish a non-motorized Boat Zone in the waters immediately surrounding Monument Island.

ANALYSIS

The Administration is ready to facilitate a discussion on Monument Island and all pending referrals. Attached for review are previous transmittals with background information regarding Monument Island.

CONCLUSION:
The Administration concurs with the recommendations set forth by the Sustainability Committee and, as proposed to the Land Use and Sustainability Committee, to improve the ecological resources and address motorized vehicles from reaching the island. Additional funding would be required to implement all options, requiring developing a project scope and budget.

Applicable Area

Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, pursuant to City Code Section 2-14? Does this item utilize G.O. Bond Funds?
No No 
ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionType
Monument Island Nov 14 22 FERC ItemMemo
LTC 218-2022 Sustainability Committee MotionsMemo
C4 O - November 16, 2022 No Boat Zone Around Monument IslandMemo