0965 CI-2006 & CI-2007-Comp Plan Text & FLUM Amendment
ORDINANCE NO. 965
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OKEECHOBEE, FLORIDA
ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO ITS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
INCLUDING AMENDMENTS TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP, THE
TEXT OF THE FUTURE LAND USE, CONSERVATION, AND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENTS; TO REVISE AND UPDATE THE
EXISTING OBJECTIVES, POLICIES, DATA AND ANALYSIS; IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANDATES SET FORTH IN CHAPTER 163,
FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE
STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY; PROVIDING A CONFLICTS
CLAUSE AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee recognizes the need to plan for
orderly growth and development; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Okeechobee, Florida has adopted a
Comprehensive Future Land Use Plan and as part of said Plan a Future Land
Use Element by Ordinance No. 635 as amended in accordance with the Local
Government Comprehensive Planning Act; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and Rule 9-J-5, Florida Administrative Code
provide for amendment to adopted Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City has received and reviewed proposed amendments to the Future
Land Use, Conservation, and Capital Improvements Elements of the City's
Comprehensive Plan, and certain applications for Map Amendments to the
Future Land Use Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan, and said proposed
amendments being reviewed by the City's Land Planning Agency at a duly
advertised meeting, and submitted by staff report, which determined such
application to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and appropriate to the
future land uses within the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has agreed with the recommendations of the Local
Planning Agency that the proposed application complies with the requirements of
Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, Part II, and that the proposed application is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and appropriate to the future land uses
within the City.
WHEREAS, the City has received and responded to the Objections, Recommendations,
and Comments Report.
WHEREAS, two (2) public hearings were held by the City Council on said Ordinance on
August 1,2006 and February 20, 2007.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED before the City Council for the City of
Okeechobee, Florida; presented at a duly advertised public meeting; and passed
by majority vote of the City Council; and properly executed by the Mayor or
designee, as Chief Presiding Officer for the City, that:
SECTION 1.
That the City of Okeechobee, Florida hereby adopts amendments
to its current Comprehensive Plan dated March 19, 1991, which
amendments consist of the pages which are identified as Exhibit
"A" and Exhibit "B" and which are incorporated into the current
Comprehensive Plan. A copy of the Comprehensive Plan, as
amended, is on file at City Hall in Okeechobee, Florida.
SECTION 2.
That the City Clerk is hereby directed to transmit three (3) copies of
the amendments of the current Comprehensive Plan to the State
Land Planning Agency, along with one (1) copy to the Central
Florida Regional Planning Council; Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Forestry; Florida
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Department of Environmental Protection, Office of
Intergovernmental Programs; Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission;
Florida Department of State, Division of Historic Resources; Florida
Department of Transportation; and the Southwest Florida Water
Management District, and to any other unit of local government who
has filed a written request for a copy, within ten (10) working days
after adoption, in accordance with Section 163.3184(7), Florida
Statutes.
SECTION 3.
That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict be and the
same are hereby repealed.
SECTION 4.
EFFECTIVE DATE.
The effective date for the enactment of this Ordinance No. 965 shall be the date a Final
Order is issued by the Department of Community Affairs finding this Amendment to be
in compliance in accordance with Chapter 163.3184, Florida Statutes; or the date a
Final Order is issued by the Administrative Commission finding this Amendment to be in
compliance in accordance with Chapter 163.3184, Florida Statutes.
INTRODUCED for first reading of the ordinance for transmittal, in accordance with
Chapter 9J-11 F.A.C., and F.S. 163.3184 (15), at public hearing this 1st day of AUQust,
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Goal:
Objective 1:
Policy 1.1:
Policy 1.2:
Policy 1.3:
Future Land Use Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
City of Okeechobee EAR-based Comprehensive Plan
Through a well-planned mix of compatible land uses, the City ofOkeechobee
shall continue to maintain a high quality living environment, preserve its
distinctive natural and historic resources, and provide public services to its
residents at a minimum cost.
The location of future development in the City ofOkeechobee shall continue
to be guided by the availability and efficient use of public facilities and
services as well as site characteristics such as soil conditions and topography.
Approval of development proposals shall continue to be conditioned on the
availability of facilities and services necessary to serve the proposed
development and that the facilities meet adopted level of service standards.
These adopted level of service standards shall be as follows:
Public Facility
Potable Water Supply
Wastewater Disposal
Solid Waste Disposal
LOS Standard
114 gallons/capita/day
130 gallons/capita/day
13 Ibs.lcapita/day
3 years available landfill capacity
Design storm:
25 year/24 hour duration
3 acresll ,000 persons
Principal Arterial: LOS C
All Other Roads: LOS D
Storm water Drainage
Recreation and Open Space
Roads and Traffic Circulation
The City ofOkeechobee shall continue to ensure that needed public facilities
will be in place prior to or concurrent with new development through
implementation of the Concurrency Management System.
Where minimum levels of service for parks, roads, and solid waste disposal
are met, new residential development and commercial developments
receiving approval from the Florida Department of Health may make
temporary use of private wells and septic tanks subject to the requirement that
it will connect to public potable water and sanitary sewer service once such
service becomes available.
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Adopted: March 19, 1991
Date: September 19,2000
Amended: .^.I:If;ust 1. 2006February 20. 2007
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I=XJ.lIRIT A _ FIITIIRF LAND USE ELEMENT
Policy 1.4:
The land development regulations applicable in the City ofOkeechobee'will
be amended to implement appropriate best management practices described
in A Guide to Sound Land & Water Management (published by the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection)or limit development densities and
intensities in areas where soil types or topography are not conducive to
development. Permitted densities and intensities in environmentally sensitive
areas shall be as established under Objective 2 and the Future Land Use Map.
Objective 2:
The City ofOkeechobee shall continue to ensure that all new development is
consistent with the Future Land Use Element.
Policy 2.1 :
The following land use designations are established for the purpose of
managing future growth:
a) Single-Family Residential. Permitted uses are one single-family
dwelling on each lot and structures accessory to the residential use,
mobile home parks and public facilities. Maximum density is four
units per acre for residential units on individual lots, and six units per
acre for mobile home parks. Where affordable housing is provided in
accordance with Housing Policy 1.6, the maximum density for single
family development shall be five units per acre.
b)b) Multi-family Residential. Permitted uses include apartments,
duplexes, condominiums, single-family houses and public facilities.
Maximum density shall not exceed 10 units per acre. Where
affordable housing is provided in accordance with Housing Policy
1.6, the maximum density for multi-family development shall be 11
units per acre.
&tc) Mixed Use Residential. Intended to accommodate and provide
flexibility for development of multiple uses within a residential
setting. In order for land to be considered for this designation. land
requested to be placed in this category shall be a minimum of 30
acres. Development within this category would be allowed to be no
more than seven and one-half 0.5) gress--dwelling units per gross
acre. Land developed within this Residential Mixed Use Category
must adhere to the following innovative design and planning
principles.
1. All new development within the Residential Mixed Use
Category shall be required to be zoned as a Planned
Development or Planned Unit Development.
2. Development within this Residential Mixed Use Category
will be required to cluster in order to maximize open space
and natural areas. Development within the Residential Mixed
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EXHIBIT A - FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT
Use Category is permitted to be clustered at higher than gross
density as long as the gross density is not exceeded for the
total acreage within the Residential Mixed Use Category.
3. Development within the Residential Mixed Use Category is
encouraged to provide a mix of uses, including a mix of
residential tvpes, recreational amenities, civic spaces and
convenience and commercial uses intended to serve residents
and their guests in order to minimize trips outside the
Residential Mixed Use Category.
4. Development is encouraged to provide creative site designs,
and clustering is required to provide for greater common open
space and mixed-use development. The planning flexibility
provided through the planned development process shall
encourage and facilitate creative design techniques.
a. Residential Development. These areas shall include
single and/or multiple family home site acreage, and
shall include, but not be limited to, single-family
attached and detached; duplexes and two-family units;
~U:tg town homes and other multi-family dwelling
types.,
b. Non-residential Development. These areas will
include vehicular and pedestrian ways, commercial
and institutional areas, club houses and associated
facilities, utility buildings, maintenance areas, tennis
courts and associated non-residential uses.
c. Residential and Non-residential Development acreage
may account for no more than 60% of the gross area
within the Residential Mixed Use Category.
Intensity/density standards for all uses within this
categorv are set forth in the Intensity/Density Table
bel()w~
Percent Al?:{!:ref!ate Land Use Mix Within the Mixed Use
Future Land Use Map Catef!orv
Maximum
Minimum % % Land Use
Maximum
Land Uses in Mixed Use Land Use Mix Mix Densitv /Intensitv
Residential 45% ~50% 3 gross7.5 gross
du/ac
Commercial/Non-residentiall 10% 15% .35 FAR
aDen Soace 40% 53% .25 FAR
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Date: September 19, 2000
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d. Open Spaces. These areas will include preserved
natural areas. buffers lakes. parks. golf courses. nature
trails. retention areas. conservation areas. scenic
resources. green belts. wetlands and associated areas
and must account for a minimum of 40% of the
property within the Residential Mixed Use Category.
Golf course fairways will account for no more than
fifty percent (50%) of the open space of the subiect
Residential Mixed Use Category. No development
(residential/commercial) structures are intended. but
onlv recreation oriented buildings and/or structures.
e. The owners will employ management strategies in and
around any golf course to address the potential for
pesticide/chemical pollution of the groundwater and
surface water receiving areas. The management
practices will include:
1. The use of slow release fertilizers and/or
carefully managed fertilizer applications
which are timed to ensure maximum root
uptake and minimal surface water runoff or
leaching to the groundwater;
11. The practice of integrated pest management
when seeking to control various pests. such as
weeds. insects. and nematodes. The
application of pesticides will involve only the
QY!12Qseful and minimal application of
pesticides. aimed only at identified targeted
species. The regular widespread application of
broad spectrum pesticides is not acceptable.
The management program will minimize. to
the extent possible. the use of pesticides. and
will include the use of the United States
Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation
Services Soil Pesticide Interaction Guide to
select pesticides that have a minimum
potential for leaching or loss to due runoff
depending on the site-specific soil conditions;
iii. The coordination of the application of
pesticides with the irrigation practices (the
timing and application rates of irrigation
water) to reduce runoff and the leaching of
any pesticides and nutrients;
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IV. The utilization of a golf course manager who
is licensed by the State to use restricted
pesticides and who will perform the required
management functions. The golf course
manager will be responsible for ensuring that
the golf course fertilizers are selected and
applied to minimize fertilizer runoff into the
surface water and the leaching of those same
fertilizers into the groundwater: and
v. The stora~e, mixing and loading of fertilizer
and pesticides will be designed to
prevent/minimize the pollution ofthe natural
environment. .
f. The shorelines of any stormwater management lakes
must be sinuous in configuration, and must be sloped
or bermed. The littoral zones around the {)onds must
be planted with native wetland herbaceous plants, and
trees or shrubs can be included within the herbaceous
plants. At least four species must be planted. The
minimum required number of plants will be one plant
per linear foot of lake shoreline as measured at the
control elevation water level. The littoral shelf should
provide a feeding area for water dependent avian
speCIes.
5. As individual zonings to PUD are submitted to the City, they
shall include as a minimum the following information:
a. A showing of the amount of units as a part of the
maximum a{)proved for the parent parcel.
b. A Traffic Analysis submitted verifying that adequate
capacity currently exists or will exist prior to the
issuance of any Certificates of Occupancy.
6. Any lands included or amended into the Residential Mixed
Use Category must demonstrate the non-existence of urban
sprawl by:
a. Submitting a fiscal impact study demonstrating a net
fiscal benefit to the City.
b. Directing new growth to areas where public facilities
exist, are planned within the City or County Five Year
Capital Improvements Plan, or are committed to
through a Developer Agreement, or otherwise assured
to be funded by the appropriate agency.
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Date: September 19,2000
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ejc. Requiring all development to be connected to central
water and sewer.
~..l- Commercial. Permitted uses include, office, retail, automotive
wholesale, and related commercial activities. Also permitted are
public facilities. Commercial development shall not exceed a floor
area ration of 3.00 and the maximum impervious surface for
development within this category shall not exceed 85% of the site.
4)tl.-Industrial. Permitted uses include large-scale manufacturing or
processing activities. Also permitted are public facilities. Industrial
Development shall not exceed a floor area ratio of 3.00 and the
maximum impervious surface for development within this category
shall not exceed 85% of the site.
e1:D....-Public Facility. Permitted uses include parks, schools, government
buildings, fire stations and other recreational and non-recreational
public properties. The maximum impervious surface for development
within this category shall not exceed 85% of the site.
Policy 2.2:
In accordance with property rights policies adopted by the Central Florida
Regional Planning Council in the Central Florida Regional Policy Plan, the
City ofOkeechobee recognizes and shall continue to protect private property
rights. In implementing the Comprehensive Plan, the City shall continue to
ensure that its land development regulations protect the use and value of
private property from adverse impacts of incompatible land uses, activities
and hazards. Planning for land use and public facilities in the City shall
consider private property rights, and ensure citizen input into government
land use decisions affecting property rights.
Policy 2.3:
The City shall continue to require that all development proposals be
accompanied by an inventory of wetlands, soils posing severe limitation to
construction, unique habitat, endangered species of wildlife and plants, and
areas prone to periodic flooding. The City shall further require that the extent
to which any development or redevelopment is proposed to be placed inion,
to disturb, or to alter the natural functions of any of these resources, be
identified. Such identification shall occur at a phase in the development
review process that provides the opportunity for the City to review the
proposed project to ensure that direct and irreversible impacts on the
identified resources are minimized, or in the extreme, mitigated. Where
development is determined to encroach upon a resource, the City shall require
a specific management plan to be prepared by the developer, which results in
no net loss of wetlands and which includes necessary modifications to the
proposed development, specific setback and buffers, and clustering of
development away from site resources, to ensure the protection, preservation
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or natural functions of the resource. The minimum buffer for wetlands shall
be 25 feet and the average of all setbacks from the wetland resource shall be
40 feet. Areas designated as buffers shall preserve all natural vegetative
cover, except where drainageways and access paths are approved to cross the
buffer. Buffers may be supplemented only with native tress, shrubs and
ground covers.
Policy 2.4:
The City, through revision of appropriate land development regulations, shall
continue to establish compatibility criteria for adjacent land uses.
Policy 2.5:
The City shall amend its Future Land Use Map, as necessary, to address
inconsistent land use areas.
Policy 2.6:
Development in conjunction with Comprehensive Plan Amendment #06-CI-001
shall be limited to a maximum of 200.000 square feet of commercial development.
This amendment is more specifically described as:
Parcell: The West Y2 of the Southwest 1,4 of the Southeast 1,4 of
Section 15. Township 37 South. Range 35 East. Okeechobee County,
Florida. lying North ofthe North right-of-way line of State Road No.
70~ Except the North 50 feet of the West Y2 of the West Y2 of the
Southwest '/4 of the Southeast 1,4 for road purposes~ also except the
following described property conveyed to the State of Florida: A
parcel ofland in the West Yz ofthe Southwest 1,4 of the Southeast 1,4 of
Section 15. Township 37 South. Range 35 East. being more
particularlY described as follows: Commence at the South 1,4 comer of
said Section 15; thence run Northerly on the 1,4 section line a distance
of 36.95 feet to the centerline of State Road 70; thence North
80054' 49" East. on said centerline a distance of 347.1 0 feet~ thence
Northerly at 900 to said centerline a distance of 40 feet to the Point of
Beginning; thence continue Northerly a distance of 17 feet: thence
Easterly at 900 a distance of20 feet thence Southerly at 90 degrees a
distance of 17 feet; thence Westerly at 900 a distance of20 feet to the
point of beginning.
Parcel 2: Beginning at the Southwest comer of the East Y2 of the
Southwest Y4 of the Southeast 1,4 of Section 15. Township 37 South,
Range 35 East and run North along the West boundary a distance of
594 feet; then run East a distance of 186.3 feet then run South a
distance of 594 feet to the South boundary of Section 15: then run
West a distance of 186.3 feet to the Point of Beginning. Less and
except the right-of-way for State Road 70.
OR Book 525 Page 1999. Public Records of Okeechobee County.
Florida and is approximately 21.14 acre(s).
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Adopted: March 19,1991
Date: September 19,2000
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Objective 3:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to work toward the elimination or
reduction in size or intensity of existing land uses and zoning designations
which are not consistent with the Future Land Use Element.
Policy 3.1:
The City shall, by 200 l, identify all existing land uses inconsistent with the
Future Land Use Element.
Policy 3.2:
The City of Okeechobee shall amend its land development regulations, by
2002, to prevent expansion of existing land uses which are inconsistent with
the Future Land Use Element. These regulations shall be enforced to ensure
that when such land uses are discontinued, they shall not be reestablished.
Policy 3.3:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate with Okeechobee
County in amending the City-County zoning maps to ensure that, all property
in the City is zoned in accordance with the Future Land Use Element.
Objective 4:
The City shall continue to ensure the availability of suitable land for public
facilities to support proposed development.
Policy 4.1:
Future land use shall continue to include appropriate public facilities to
support proposed development.
Policy 4.2:
The City shall continue to amend and enforce the land development
regulations as necessary to ensure that adequate land and/or facilities are
available, at the minimum required level of service standards, to meet the
needs of new development, including but not limited to the following:
a) drainage
b) stormwater management
c) parking
d) open space
e) road right~of-way
f) sewer/water plant sites
g) schools
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Date: September 19,2000
Amended: August 1. Z996February 20. 2007
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Policy 4.3:
Objective 5:
Policy 5.1:
Policy 5.2:
Policy 5.3:
Policy 5.4:
Where new facilities providing a utility service are needed to support a
proposed development, such facilities shall be approved prior to or
simultaneously with approval of the development.
At a minimum, the threshold acreage for new schools shall be as follows:
a) Elementary Schools: A minimum of four (4) acres for the first two
hundred (200) students, plus one (1) acre for each additional one
hundred (100) students.
b) Middle Schools/Junior High Schools: A minimum of six (6) acres for
the fust three hundred (300) students, plus one (1) acre for each
additional one hundred (100) students.
c) Senior High Schools: A minimum-of seven (7) acres for the first three
hundred (300) students. plus one (1) acre for each additional fifty (50)
students up to one thousand (1,000) students, plus one (1) acre for
each additional one hundred (100) students thereafter.
d) Area Vocational/Technical School: A minimum of twenty (20) acres
for the fust five hundred (500) students, plus one (1) acre for each
additional fifty (50) students up to one thousand (1,000) students.
e) Community College: A main campus site shall be a minimum of one
hundred (100) acres. Each separate center site shall contain a
minimum offorty (40) acres for the first five hundred (500) students,
plus two (2) acres for each additional one hundred (100) students.
Special-purpose center site acreage shall be appropriate to contain the
functions identified in the program.
Upon issuance of a development order for a new school, the necessary public
facilities such as, but not limited to sanitary sewer, solid waste, potable water,
drainage, and roads are to be in place to serve the proposed use. Furthermore,
the School Board shall obtain a written agreement from the service provider
assuring adequate capacity is available.
Public facilities should be in close proximity, and operating at the adopted
level of service, before a development order can be issued for a new school.
Access to the site must be from a collector road (minor Collector or local
road for elementary schools) and avoid the need for slow down zones.
Ingress and egress should not create detrimental impacts on roads adjacent to
the site and the site must provide for adequate on-site parking and circulation
of user vehicles.
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Policy 5.5:
Policy 5.6:
Objective 6:
Policy 6.1 :
Policy 6.2:
Policy 6.3:
Policy 6.4:
Policy 6.5:
Approaches to the site should be safe for pedestrians, bicycles, cars 'and
buses.
The City of Okeechobee shall advise the School Board of all Plan
amendments that may affect the location of new schools and proposed
improvements.
The City shall identify suitable locations for the siting of future schools.
Proposed school sites should be located away from industrial uses, major
arterial roadways, railroads, airports, and similar land uses to avoid noise,
odors, dust, and traffic impacts and hazards
Disrupting influences caused by school yard noises and traffic shall be
buffered to ensure sufficient distances from hospitals, adult communities,
and nursing homes.
New schools shall be located within urban growth areas or be compatible
with compact urban growth patterns.
School sites shall be located outside flood plains, flood prone areas, or
floodways. New school sites should, whenever possible, avoid wetlands, and
other environmentally sensitive areas, and will not interfere with historic or
archaeological resources.
The City of Okeechobee shall facilitate the adequate and efficient provision
of public schools through:
a) Allowing new public elementary, middle, and high schools by right in
the Single Family Residential, Multi-Family Residential, and Public
Land Use categories, and by Special Exception in the Commercial
Future Land Use category subject to locational criteria in the
Comprehensive Plan and development standards in the Land
Development Regulations,
b) Not permitting new public schools for any site prohibited for a public
school in Chapter 235, F.S., and Rule 6A-2, F.A.C.
c) Addressing public school facilities pursuant to the provisions of
Sections 163.3161(3), 163.3164(24) and 163.3177(lO)(h), Florida
Statutes.
d) Initiating a coordination process with the School Board in its efforts
on school planning, site selection and construction; and pursuant to
Chapter 235, Florida Statutes.
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Adopted: March 19, 1991
Date: September 19,2000
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Objective 7:
Policy 7.1
Policy 7.2:
Policy 7.3:
Policy 7.4:
e) Maintaining for public review, a listing of capacity-deficient public
schools and the School Board's Educational Plan Survey and Capital
Improvement Program when such information is provided to the City.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to protect significant natural and
historic resources.
The City shall continue to amend and enforce land development regulations
consistent with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's
(FDEP) best management practices referenced in Policy 1.4, which will
minimize the flow into Taylor Creek of organic nutrients, pesticides,
sediment, and other substances having the potential to degrade water quality.
The City shall continue to protect environmentally sensitive areas from
development of a type and intensity which would disrupt their natural
functions.
The City shall continue to establish development standards to be applied to
any wellfield protection zones which the City may designate to protect any
future public potable water wellfields from contamination, and implement
them through land development regulations. These standards will, at a
minimum:
a) regulate the use, handling, production and storage of regulated
substances;
b) prohibit new underground fuel and other hazardous chemicals within
these areas;
c) require existing facilities to demonstrate that adequate technology is
being employed on-site to isolate the facility from the water supply;
and
d) require that future wellfield protection zones which are relatively
undeveloped will be planned for low density and intensity land uses.
The South Florida Water Management District has established limits and
boundaries of public potable water wellfields, cones of influence, and
groundwater aquifer recharge areas.
Any land use proposed for development within one-half mile of any well
designated as a potable water well is to be reviewed as a Special Exception in
order to determine impact on groundwater resources from the proposed use
and specific development. Such review shall address, but is not limited to,
restrictions on land uses which involve pollutants and/or restrictions on
handling and storage of hazardous/toxic materials in order to minimize the
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Adopted: March 19,1991
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opportunity for contamination. The City of Okeechobee shall continue to
monitor and implement programs to protect groundwater quality and
eliminate potential sources of contamination. This shall be made measurable
by implementing and enforcing the following policies:
Policy 7.5a:
The City's land development regulations shall designate a protection area of
1,000 feet in radius from each public potable water well as the wellfield
protection zone. The first 300 foot radius closest to the well shall be a zone of
exclusion, where no development activities shall be permitted except that
relate with water supply provision. Within the remainder of the zone of
protection, land uses shall be regulated to prohibit the following:
a) Landfills;
b) Activities that require the storage, use or transportation of restricted
substances the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act's or the
Environmental Protection Agency's hazardous wastes lists (including,
but not limited to, landfills, gasoline stationed, petroleum storage, and
pesticide storage and handling;
c) Feedlots or other commercial animal facilities;
d) Wastewater treatment plants and their ancillary facilities;
e) Mines; and,
f) Excavation of borrow pits, waterways or drainage facilities which
intersect the water table.
Policy 7.5b:
The City shall amend its Wellhead Protection Program in the Unified Land
Development Code which, at a minimum, shall establish the following:
a) The zone of contribution for all public potable water supply wells
delineated on the United States Geological Survey (USGS)
topographic quad sheets;
b) Regulations which prohibit potentially high risk land uses from the
established zones of influence such as, but not limited to,
manufacturing and storage of hazardous waste and industrial land
uses;
c) Monitoring programs and procedures to mitigate adverse impacts, if
detected, for existing high risk land uses;
d) Land use and development regulations, including open space and
impervious surface requirements, which protect the function of
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Policy 7.5c:
Policy 7.5d:
Policy 7.5e:
Policy 7.6:
Policy 7.7:
Objective 8:
natural drainage features and natural groundwater aquifer recharge
areas; and ,
e) The location of drainage wells, delineated on USGS topographic quad
sheets, maintained by the OUA that could have adverse impacts on
groundwater.
The City shall work with the SFWMD, OUA and COE to ensure that
adequate water is available to meet projected agriculture and population
needs.
The City shall work with the SFWMD and the OUA to identify new water
sources in the City.
Adopt measures that efficiently uses the existing water supply by:
a) Increasing agricultural and urban water conservation;
b) Eliminating inefficient water use practices; and,
c) Working with the SFWMD and OUA to identify specific projects and
cost-sharing partnerships with other local governments.
The City shall amend its Future Land Use Map from Industrial to Public for
lands used as wellfields.
The City ofOkeechobee shall, by 2002, complete a survey of all historically
significant properties and, based on available resources, implement programs
and procedures to preserve and protect them. This will include, but not be
limited to, cooperation and coordination with recognized historic preservation
organizations. Upon completion of the City's historic survey, the City shall:
a) adopt a local historic preservation ordinance addressing all areas of
historic significance;
b) create an historic overlay district;
c) amend the Future Land Use Map to reflect historically significant
areas; and
d) prepare a Historic District Map of all historic sites in the City.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to encourage the redevelopment and
renewal of blighted areas.
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Policy 8.1 :
The City shall continue to identify and prioritize areas m need of
redevelopment or renewal.
Policy 8.2:
The City shall, by 2002, formulate a program of specific activities to be
conducted in renewal of blighted areas, including but not limited to the
following:
a) Establish criteria for identifying structures in need of repair,
rehabilitation or, ifthere is no feasible alternative, demolition;
b) Seek all available state and federal funds to support renewal
activities;
c) Identify any available alternative housing units for persons displaced
by renewal activities; and
d) Review zoning, building, housing, and other codes for weaknesses
which allow the formation of blighted areas, and make necessary
reVISIOns.
Objective 9:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that proposed land use
activities in the Taylor Creek area are not inconsistent with the stated goal of
the Resource Management Planfor the Lower Kissimmee River and Taylor
Creek Drainage Basins, prepared pursuant to Chapter 380, Florida Statutes.
Policy 9.1:
The City ofOkeechobee will review the Resource Management Plan for the
Lower Kissimmee River and Taylor Creek Drainage Basins, and coordinate
its activities with those of other local governments addressed in the Resource
Management Plan.
Policy 9.2:
The City shall adopt a protection ordinance for the Taylor Creek Drainage
Basin area to eliminate inconsistent land use activities, while maintaining
consistency with the Resource Management Plan.
Policy 9.3:
The City shall amend the Future Land Use Map to include a Conservation
land use category for which to designate the Taylor Creek Drainage Basin and
Lower Kissimmee River areas.
Objective10:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to promote the various and
innovative land development techniques.
Policy 10.1:
The City shall continue to amend and enforce its land development
regulations to encourage development techniques which mix and distribute
land uses to accomplish the following:
a) make the most efficient possible use of existing facilities;
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b) recognize and preserve distinctive natural features of the development
site;
c) protect environmentally sensitive areas within the site;
d) preserve open space;
e) meet specific needs of the City, such as affordable housing; and
f) promote a sense of pride and community for its residents.
Policy 10.2:
The City shall continue to amend and enforce its land development
regulations to protect the public safety along its streets and highways by
limiting size and placement of signs and visual obstructions, which can
restrict visibility and pose a distraction to the motorists.
Policy 10.3:
The City will maintain shall continue to enforce land development
regulations addressing the subdivision of land.
Objective 11:
The City of Okeechobee shall integrate the objectives of the Okeechobee
Local Mitigation Strategy into its Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 11.1:
As is practicable, applicable provisions of the Local Mitigation Strategy shall
be integrated into the City's land development regulations and review
procedures to prevent inconsistency between future uses and any hazard
mitigation report recommendations.
Objective 12:
By the year 2002, the Unified Land Development Code shall be revised to
specifically encourage redevelopment, infill development, compatibility with
adjacent uses, and curtailment of uses inconsistent with the character and land
uses of surrounding areas, and shall discourage urban sprawl, as provided in
the following policies:
Policy 12.1:
Criteria, standards, and related provIsIOns established in the Land
Development Code for reducing the impacts from any land uses that are not
in conformance or are inconsistent with this Comprehensive Plan shall as a
minimum:
a) Regulate the subdivision and platting ofland.
a) Regulate the use, intensity and location of land development in a
manner that is compatible with adjacent land uses and provides
delineation in the Conservation Element.
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b) Protect Conservation Use lands designated on the Future Land Use
Map and those delineated in the Conservation Element.
b) Regulate areas subject to seasonal and periodic flooding by requiring
adequate drainage and stormwater.
c) Ensure safe and convenient on-site traffic flow and vehicle parking
needs through the Site Plan review process and off-street parking
regulations.
d) Ensure that public facility, utility and service authorization has been
procured prior to issuing any development order and that construction
of said facilities, utilities, and services is concurrent with
development.
e) Provide that development orders and permits shall not be issued
which result in a reduction ofthe level of services for affected public
(community) facilities.
The purpose of such regulations shall be to eliminate or reduce use
inconsistent with the character of the surrounding area. Such criteria,
standards, and related provisions shall not cause undue hardship, economic or
otherwise, to the owners of such nonconforming uses.
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Population Projections
City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
Population Forecast Data and Analvsis
The City ofOkeechobee, in its last EAR report of Februarv 1999, had forecasted the
following estimated and projected population for years 1996 through 2010.
stimate an ro iecte onu ation -
,Year. Ponulation ','
1996 4,943
2000 5,527
2005 6,007
2010 6.472
Table 1
E' d d P d Pl' 1996 2010
Source: Bureau of Economic and Business Research,
University of Florida. Julv 1997.
(Excerpt from: City ofOkeechobee EAR Report Februarv 1999)
In April 2005, the Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) had stated that the
City's permanent population was only 5.443 although even though the City had presented argued that
-new construction permit information indicatffig-ed a higher population for that year (see eBelosed
le-tteH. Also, with the 2000 Census population being 5,376, an increase of67 persons for a five-year
period does not represent the accurate growth rates of Okeechobee. (See Tables 2-5 below.)
Table 2
PODulationTotals ,.
County 2005 A vera2e Annual Growth
2001-2005 Trend
Indian River 125.483 2.11 % 1.1 % to 2.3%
Martin 144,691 2.82% 2.4% or higher
Okeechobee 38.222 1.26% 1.1% to 2.3%
St. Lucie 216,827 2.25% 1.1% to 2.3%
FLORIDA 17,612.584 1.84% 1.1% to 2.3%
Source: Florida Trend. 2005
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Table 3
Job Totals
Countv 2005 Jobless Rate Leadin{! Job Sectors
Indian River 62,782 6.8% Services 36%
Retail 1 9%
Government 9%
Martin 83,881 4.8% Services 41 %
Retail 18%
Finance, Insurance, Real Estate 9%
Okeechobee 12,691 5.7% Services 24%
Retail 22%
Farming: 18%
St. Lucie 78,889 7.0% Services 30%
Retail 18%
Government 15%
FLORIDA 9,795,083 4.1% Services 39%
Retail 17%
Government 12%
Source: Florida Trend. 2005
Table 4
POPULATION BY AGE
YEARS OF AGE
Countv 0-14 15-19 20-39 40-64 65+ Total
Indian River 15.3% 5.7% 19.2% 31.5% 28.3% 125,483
Martin 14.9% 5.6% 17.8% 33.7% 28.0% 144,691
Okeechobee 20.3% 7.5% 25.7% 29.9% 16.6% 38222
St. Lucie 18.1% 6.5% 21.8% 3 1. 7% 21.9% 216,827
FLORIDA 18.7% 6.6% 25.1% 32.5% 17.1% 17,612,584
Source: Florida Trend. 2005
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Table 5
Per Ca jtaIncome
37.8% 49.1%
38.9% 50.3%
54.3% 19.3%
51.0% 27.4%
62.5% 25.8%
13.1%
10.8%
26.3%
21.6%
11. 7%
Indian River
Martin
Okeechobee
St. Lucie
FLORIDA
Source: Florida Trend, 2005
Even at a conservative rate of 1.26% increase per year. the annual population counts for the
years 2000 through 2005 show a greater absolute population increase than calculated by BEBR in
April. 2005.
Table 6
Proiected 1.26% Increase/Year
2001 2002 2003
5 444 5.512 5.582
Source: LaRue Planning & Management Services, Inc.. 2006
2004'
5.652
5723
The following Table represents pennanent population forecasts for a ten-year planning.
beginning in 2005. with a more reasonable population rates increase of 1.5% per year .as supported
by a raflge of 2.5% tlHougfl 2.8%.
Table 7
Proiected Permanent Population/Y ear 2005 - 2015
2005 2006.: .200"'7:. 26.08. 2009 2010 2011.... 201.2 .2013 <2J)Ji~.. ;20135:1;
5.773 5.917 6.065 6.235 6.110 6.589 6.751 6.923 7.096 7.273 7.155
5.723 5.....809 5.896 5~84 6.074 6.165 6 25 8 6-,-3 52 6.447 6.544 6.642
Source: LaRue Planning & Management Services. Inc.. 2006
With regard to seasonal population. BEBR statistics are not available for the City of
Okeechobee. With fishing and outdoor related activities being a drawing card in the winter. it is
estimated that tourist/part-time residents would expand by 4{)%15% in season. With that in mind. a
peak population forecast for the years 2005 through 2015 is as follows:
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Table 8
Seasonal Population Forecast
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Resident Seasonal Peak
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Year ',pODulation Population PODuI~ti6n
2005 ~5723 ~858 ~.581
2006 ~5 809 ~871 ~6.680
2007 ~5.896 ~884 8-:49+6.780
2008 ~5,984 M94898 &m6.882
2009 &A-H)6 074 ~911 ~6.985
2010 ~ 165 ~925 ~7 090
2011 ~258 ~939 ~7.197
2012 ~.352 ~953 ~7.305
2013 ~447 ~967 ~7 414
2014 +E.J6 544 ~982 10 1827 526
2015 ~642 ~996 101377638
Source: LaRue Planning & Management Services, lnc.. 2006
The population ofthe City ofOkeechobee increased by approximately 1.1% lHlflually since
1970, as shovlR in Table 1. US Census figures showed a popl:1lation on, 715 iR 1970, while the 1990
population ','/as estimated to be 1,770. i\S the projected population figl:lfes suggest, sOOstafltial
amounts of land was fleeded f()f futl:1re growth.
Tahle 1
PopulatioB Crowth Ol,-eeehohee 1970 :l000
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\le PermaBeBt PopulatioB klerage Yearly CRnyth
M
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+9
+9- ~ +A-%
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+9- 4-;+7Q H%
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+9- ~ G-:6%
%
~ ~ ~
00
8ouree% Projeetion of Population Hm:lSeholds and klcome in Central
Florida, Florida Applied Demographics, February 1990.
Aceordiflg to updated oensus iflformution, the population of the City of Okeeehobee ViaS
1,913 in 1990. The estimated population in 1995 vias 5,069. Bet\veen the 1980 and 1990 CeBsus, the
population of the City inereased by 17%. Table 2 below sho'Ns projected population figl:H'es to 2010.
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Estimated aDd Prejeeted POfJulatioD: 1990 2010
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2().l.{) ~
Sow:ce: Bw:eau of Economic and Business Research, Uniyersity of
Florida, ~\pril, 1998; Population by Age, Preliminary Estimates and Projections.
The projected population (Table 1) versus the actual population (Table 2) \VaS rather aceurate
when compared to the 1990 U.S. Census data. The projected population in 1990 show-ed a population
of 4,770. The actual population was 4,913."\ deviation of 173 people is insignificant. Based on the
projected population and its use in determining the required acreage needed to accommodate the
existing and anticipated population, there ,<'.'ere no problems with the allocation ofland to meet the
demonstrated needs of the City. Plan objectives that were not reached had more to do '.vith the lack Elf
resources. Overall the City was in a good position to meet the Heeds of its population.
Furthermore, Table 2 (updated) is based upon the medium range population projections
provided by BEBR.
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Goal:
Objective 1:
Policy 1.1:
Policy 1.2:
Objective 2:
Policy 2.1 :
Policy 2.2:
Conservation Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
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The City ofOkeechobee shall continue to conserve, protect, and appropriately
manage the natural resources to promote the highest environmental quality ,
possible.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that levels of air pollutants
shall not exceed applicable standards set by the Department of Environmental
Protection (DEP).
Prior to City approval of a Development of Regional Impact (DR!), the
developer shall conduct a study of transportation-related air quality impacts
which may be reasonably expected to result from the project, and provide
measures for mitigating those impacts.
New commercial or industrial development which will release toxic or
hazardous substances into the air will be buffered from existing residential,
public, conservation or preservation land uses, as well as areas designated for
these land uses on the Future Land Use Map.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to implement programs and policies
to conserve the supply and maintain the quality of current and projected
potable water sources, as well as protect the quality of surface water.
In water shortage emergencies, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to
follow the conservation plans, guidelines and recommendations of the South
Florida Water Management District (SFWMD).
Through Policy 2.3 of the Future Land Use Element and land development
regulations based on that policy, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to
restrict the location and/or intensity ofland uses which have the potential to
adversely affect the quality or quantity of groundwater. Should municipal
wells be established as a public drinking water source, the City shall fully
cooperate with the SFWMD to identify cones of influence for all public
supply wellfields. In order to finance its support of these activities, the City
shall seek funding assistance from SFWMD and all other appropriate sources.
Land uses within the identified cones of influence shall be regulated in
accordance with Future Land Use Policy 7.3 and associated land
development regulations.
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Policy 2.3:
Policy 2.4:
Objective 3:
Policy 3.1:
Policy 3.2:
Policy 3.3:
Objective 4:
Policy 4.1 :
Policy 4.2:
Policy 4.3:
Policy 4.4:
As its resources permit, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to cooperate
with and support the SFWMD's ongoing surface water monitoring program
as it pertains to Taylor Creek. In contributing to these efforts, the City shall
continue to place particular emphasis on documenting its own impact on
water quality in the creek.
As its resources permit, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to cooperate
with and support the SFWMD and the DEP and other relevant agencies to
improve water quality in Lake Okeechobee through reduction of pollutant
loading in Taylor Creek.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to conserve and protect its soils and
native vegetative communities from adverse impacts of development.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to protect any natural reservations
identified in the Recreation and Open Space Element from adverse impacts of
development.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue coordination and cooperation with
Okeechobee County to conserve and protect rare or unique vegetative
communities that cross jurisdictional boundaries.
Through Future Land Use Policy 2.3 and implementing land development
regulations, the City shall continue to protect native vegetative communities
from adverse impacts of development.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to conserve and protect existing
wetlands, fisheries and wildlife habitat from adverse impacts of development.
Through Future Land Use Policy 2.3 and implementing land development
regulations, the City shall continue to conserve wetlands and protect water
quality in Taylor Creek from adverse impacts of development.
In implementing Future Land Use Policy 2.3, the City shall continue to
request assistance from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
Commission in identifying possible adverse impacts of proposed
development on habitat for endangered and threatened wildlife species.
The City shall, by 2002, identify the total acreage of wetlands and other
sensitive habitats within the City.
The City ofOkeechobee shall, through the implementation of Policy 9.3 of
the Future Land Use Element, designate all wetlands and other
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Objective 5:
Policy 5.1:
Policy 5.2:
Policy 5.3:
Objective 6:
Policy 6.1 :
environmentally sensitive lands as Conservation on the Future Land Use Map
by 2003.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to manage hazardous wastes, establish
criteria for identification of environmentally sensitive areas, and regulate land
uses so as to preserve natural resources.
The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations to
ensure that new development, regardless of its location in the City, meets the
following conditions:
(a) does not degrade water quality in Taylor Creek;
(b) does not threaten groundwater quality, particularly in the vicinity of
municipal wells;
(c) preserves existing wetland areas;
(d) avoids the disturbance of natural drainage features; and
(e) preserves habitat for endangered and/or threatened wildlife species.
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to cooperate with Okeechobee County
in the development and implementation of a joint hazardous waste
management program for the proper storage, collection, and disposal of
hazardous wastes in order to protect its natural resources. The
Comprehensive Plan will be amended as necessary to support this program.
On an ongoing basis, the City shall continue to participate in the DEP's
"Amnesty Days" program and any similar program undertaken by
Okeechobee County to collect and safely dispose of hazardous wastes. The
City shall also continue coordination with the County in the establishment of
a joint collection center for household hazardous wastes.
To improve the water quality of Taylor Creek. by 2010 the City should
investigate setting shall develop a program to set limits as to the amount of
nitrogen and phosphorus that can be discharged into the Creek.
The By 2012. the City shall consider adopt land development regulations to
help maintain whether a high standard for water quality in Taylor Creek by
would require requiring new development stormwater treatment systems for
new developments adiacent to Taylor Creek to be designed using a treatment
train approach. using Best Management Practices in a series. to ensure
maximum {)otential treatment of stormwater.
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Policy 6.2:
The City shall cooperate and coordinate with the South Florida W.ater
Management District process for purposes of suggesting imlJrovements to the
water Quality of Taylor Creek.
Policy 6.3:
The City shall begin the process of revahlating re.evaluate the transfer of
development rights to allow for broader use of this function as an effective
planning tool.
Policy 6.4:
The City. in order to protect surface water quality within its corporate limits
and beyond. shall consider adopting adopt a numerical standard for nutrients
and pollutants of concern by 2012.
Policy 6.5:
The City shall evaluate opportunities to implement Okeechobee Utility
Authority water quality treatment systems within the Taylor Creek area to
improve the quality of surface water discharges.
Policy 6.6:
The quality of water to be discharged from new surface water management
systems shall be subiect to Federal. State. Regional and Local permitting
programs and regulations that determine compliance with Federal. State and
Local water quality standards. Stormwater discharges from development
must meet relevant water quality and surface water management standards as
set forth in Rules 62-4. 62-40. 62.302. 40E-4. F.A.C. and by local ordinance.
Policy 6.7:
The City shall require all new developments to meet the provisions of the
SFWMD Volume IV. Basis of Review for Surface Water Management and
local provisions pursuant to this Comprehensive Plan to protect surface water
quality within the City.
Policy 6.8:
Grants and incentives should be sought for the development of surface water
quality treatment system retrofitting proiects for old and/or new surface water
management systems that are not effectively managing water volume or flow.
or removing nutrients and other pollutants.
Policy 6.9:
The City shall periodically review the Land Development Code to ensure all
codes are conducive to the implementation of such water quality Best
Management Practices.
Policy 6.1 0:
The By 2012. the City shall consider requiring adopt a program which shall
require future developments to employ the provisions of the Florida Yards
and Neighborhoods program.
Policy 6.11 :
The City shall require periodic updates of the current Wellfield Protection
Ordinance.
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Revenues Their Sources. Funds. and Expenditures
This section is a summary of the various revenues the City receives and any restrictions on
their usage. The City uses fund accounting and is compliance with the accepted Government
Accounting Principles to segregate revenues and expenses that are designated for a particular
P1lI1'ose. A fund is a self-balancing group of accounts that includes assets. liabilities. equity.
revenues and expenses. By using fund accounting. the City can demonstrate compliance with laws
and regulations that control the use of particular revenue sources. The following is a description of
the various funds of the City by fund type. a description of significant revenues found in each fund
and a discussion of any restrictions on the use of these funds.
General Fund
The General Fund is the City's primary operating fund. It account for all financial
resources of the general government. except for those funds required to be accounted for in
another fund. The following are the primary revenues of the general fund:
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Ad Valorem Taxes: these are taxes levied on the assessed value (net of
exemptions) of real and personal property at a mileage rate set by the City of
Okeechobee. The amount of taxes to be collected is determined by multiplying
the mileage rate times the assessed value of property within the City. The mileage
rate for fiscal year 2006 is set at 7.1899 mills for the general fund. The assessed
value of real and personal property as of the latest valuation date (January 17th.
2006) was $293.842.487.00. with an estimated revenue for 2006 at $2.112.697.00.
and is the largest revenue source for the City of Okeechobee. These revenues may
be used for any public purpose including repayment of debt ($1.991.978.00).
.
Local Government Half-cent Sales Tax: This is a distribution of net sales taxes
to eligible cities and counties and represents the largest source of state shared
revenues. Its primary purpose is to provide relief from ad valorem taxes and
utility taxes in addition to providing funds for local programs. ($393.074.)
.
One Cent Sales Surtax (Small county Surtax): These revenues are derived from
a discretionary One cent sales tax based on the first $5000 of any single taxable
item which is subiect to the state tax imposed on sales. use. services. rental. and
admissions. ($675.000.00)
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Adopted: March 19,1991
Amended: September 19,2000 February 20.2007
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EXHIBIT A - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT
. State Revenue Sharine: (Municipal Revenue Sharine: proe:ram): These
revenues are distributed by the state from net cigarette taxes and certain sales
taxes. There are no restrictions on these revenues except for some statutory limits
on the amount that can be pledged to debt. ($156.013.00)
. Communications Services Tax: This tax is a simplification of the taxes that
were charged on telecommunications. cable. and related services prior to October
L 2001. The City of Okeechobee chose not to levy permit fees and based on
Section 202.19( 1 ) Florida Statue. the Local Communication Tax may be levied
and is levied at a rate of 5.1 percent. These funds may be used for any public
purpose including repavment of debt. ($347.7428.00)
. Buildine: Permit Fees: These revenues are regulatory fees imposed by the City of
Okeechobee. The fees are imposed by City Ordinance Chapter 70. Article I - III.
A Fee Schedule for permitting. inspections. Plan and site reviews were adopted by
the City Council. Revenues collected are to be used for cost of applications or
petitions made. which include clerical. postage. legal advertising. professional
consultants. and other administration cost. ($180.000.00)
. Occupational Licensine: Fees: These revenues are regulatory fees imposed by
the City of Okeechobee. The fees are imposed by the City of Okeechobee under
Ordinance. Chapter 14 enacted based on Sections 166.221 Florida Statute.
Application. Inspection and Licensing fees are based on class of business and
occupancy. Revenues collected are to be used for regulating and inspecting
businesses for compliance with the requirements of the City's ordinances.
($52.510.00)
. Interest Income: Pooled cash accounts are maintained for each fund. Excess
operating funds are placed in the State Board Accounts. Each fund is then
credited with interest earnings based on its month end balance. Interest earnings
can be used for any public purpose. ($60.000.00)
Special Revenue Funds
Special revenue funds are used to account for the proceeds of specific revenue sources
that are legally restricted to expenditures for specified purposes (other than for major capital
projects). The City maintains a number of special revenue funds. A discussion of the more
significant funds follows:
Public Facilities Improvement Fund: This fund is used to account for revenues and
expenditures incurred to carry on all work on roads and bridges in the City in accordance
with Section 336.022. Florida Statues. Some of the major sources of revenue include:
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EXHIBIT A - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT
. Local Option Gas Tax: A city may levy between one to six cents per .
gallon on motor fuel. The City of Okeechobee has imposed 6 cents per
gallon. These proceeds may be used to fund transportation expenses
including roadway and right of way operations. maintenance and drainage:
street lighting: support services and facilities such as traffic signs.
engineering. signalization and pavement markings. bridge maintenance
and operation: and debt service.($35 1.652.00)
. SRS Eie:ht Cent Motor Fuel Tax: (Municipal Revenue Sharing Program)
the City of Okeechobee is a recipient of funds based on the minimum
entitlements in each fiscal year. The Revenue Sharing Trust Fund for
Municipalities receives 1.3409 percent of sales and use tax collections.
12.5 percent of the state alternative fuel user decal fees and the-net
collections from the one -cent municipal fuel tax. The City receives its
portion of the tax based on pre-described formulas. These funds received
from the one-cent municipal fuel tax for transportation- must be used for
transportation-related expenditures. ($75.272.00)
Communitv Development Block Grant Fund: This fund is to account for the revenues and
expenditures in accordance with the Community Development Block Grant for the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development. under Title I of the Housing and Community
Development Act.
Capital Proiects- Vehicles Fund: This fund is to account for the expenditure of revenues for
vehicles purchased and sold within the fiscal year.
Industrial Development Fund: To account for the revenues and expenditures during the
development of city-owned property. the City of Okeechobee Commerce Park. The most
significant revenue will be obtained from grants for the purpose of developing the Commerce
Park. and/or creating a positive economic impact for the City of Okeechobee.
Law Enforcement Special fund: To account for the proceeds from the sale of confiscated
property in accordance with Section 932.7055. Florida Statues.
Debt Service Fund: Debt Service funds are used to accumulate funds to pay principal and
interest on the City's outstanding bonds. The City has no outstanding bonds issued.
Goal:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that public facilities and
services are provided, on a fair-share costs basis, in a manner which
maximizes the use of existing facilities and promotes orderly growth.
Objective 1:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to use the Capital Improvements
Element to schedule construction and identify funding sources for the
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City's capital facility needs in order to accommodate existing and future
development, and to replace obsolete or worn-out facilities.
Policy 1.1:
Proposed capital improvements projects shall continue to be ranked and
evaluated according to appropriate policies adopted in other elements of
the Comprehensive Plan. The following criteria will also be considered:
(1) whether the proposed project will eliminate a public hazard;
(2) whether the proposed project will eliminate capacity deficits;
(3) local budget impacts;
(4) locational needs based on projected growth patterns;
(5) accommodation of new development or redevelopment;
(6) financial feasibility; and
(7) plans of state agencies or water management districts that provide
facilities in Okeechobee.
Policy 1.2:
The City ofOkeechobee shall continue to integrate its planning and
budgeting processes such that expenditures which are budgeted for capital
improvements recognize policies related to public facilities and services
set forth in the Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 1.3:
In accordance with Policy 7.1 of the Sanitary Sewer... Element, the City
shall complete a stormwater management study to identify drainage
deficiencies, and allocate any available funds for that purpose in its
Administrative Operating Budget for fiscal year 2000-2001. The 5-Year
Schedule of Capital Improvements will be amended as soon as possible to
include the study, its projected cost, and the identified revenue source(s).
Policy 1.4:
The City of Okeechobee shall identify its needs for public facility
improvements, the revenues required for project funding, and shall itemize
the costs for such projects in its 5- Year Schedule of Capital
Improvements.
Objective 2:
The City ofOkeechobee shall continue to coordinate land use decisions
with the schedule of capital improvements in a manner that maintains the
adopted level of service standards and meets existing and future needs.
Policy 2.1 :
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to use the following level of
service standards in reviewing the impacts of new development and
redevelopment:
Facility Level of Service
Sanitary Sewer 130 gallons/capita/day (see Policy 1.6
ofSanitarv Sewer. Solid Waste.
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FYI-IIRIT 4 _ r.4PIT41 IIUIP~nVI:IUII:~TQ 1:1 I:UI:t.lT
Drainage, Potable Water, and Natural
Groundwater Aquifer Recharge
Element)
Potable Water 114 gallons/capita/day (see Policy 1.6
of Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste,
Drainage, Potable Water, and Natural
Groundwater Aquifer Recharge
Element)
Solid Waste Average Solid Waste Generation
. 13 Ibs.lpersonlday
. at least 13 years available
capacity in Okeechobee
County landfill (see Policy 1.4
of Sanitary Sewer...Element)
Principal Arterials C
Minor Arterials & All Others D
Recreation and Open Space 3 acres/l,OOO persons
Drainage Interim Standard (see Policy 1.5 of
Sanitary Sewer... Element)
Design Storm
. 25-year storm
. 24-hour duration
Facility Design Standards
. as required by Florida
Administrative Code (see
Policy 1.5 of Sanitary Sewer...
Element)
Policy 2.2:
Development orders and permits shall be granted only when required
public facilities and services are operating at the established levels of
service, or shall be available concurrent with the impacts of the
development. Such facilities and services may be provided in phases if
development correspondingly occurs in phases; however, required service
levels must be maintained at all times during the development process.
Objective 3:
In order to maintain adopted level of service standards, future development
shall bear a proportionate cost of necessary public facility improvements
equivalent to the benefits it receives from the improvements.
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..".........T A ~ADIT^I 'Mg~nVI=MFNTS ELEMENT
Policy 3.1:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to evaluate potential revenue
available for public facility expenditures through alternative sources such
as user fees, special benefit units, or special assessments.
Policy 3.2:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to maintain adopted levels of
service by using revenue sources considered under Policy 3.1 to ensure
that new development pays a pro rata share of the costs of public facility
needs which it generates.
Policy 3.3:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to continue to apply for and secure
grants or private funds when available to finance the provision of capital
improvements.
Objective 4:
The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure the provision of needed
public facilities within the City limits, based on adopted levels of service
as set forth in the Comprehensive Plan. Public facilities needs shall be
determined on the basis of previously issued development orders as well
as the City's budgeting process and its joint activities with Okeechobee
County for planning, zoning, and concurrency management.
Policy 4.1:
Existing and future public facilities shall operate at the levels of service
established in this plan.
Policy 4.2:
Debt service shall not exceed 20% of annually budgeted revenues.
Policy 4.3:
A five-year capital improvements program and annual capital budget shall
be adopted as part of the City ofOkeechobee's annual budgeting process.
This program shall include the annual review, and revision as needed, of
the Five-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.
Objective 5:
The City of Okeechobee shall furnish meaningful opportunities for the
School Board to have input and coordination in the City's development
review process in order to assist the School Board in their provision of
adequate and efficient schools.
Policy 5.1:
The City of Okeechobee and the School Board shall coordinate to ensure
that schools are adequately and efficiently provided commensurate with
growth. Key coordinating mechanisms shall include:
(a) promotion of joint infrastructure park/school facilities when
feasible;
(b) consideration of the adequacy and availability of educational
infrastructure during appropriate review of development order
applications;
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EXHIBIT A - r.APITAI IMPAnVI=Ul=lUTQ CI CUCIUT
(c) ensuring the provision of adequate infrastructure, on and off site,
normally associated with new or expanded schools where
consistent with state law restrictions on expenditures by the School
Board;
(d) consideration of future inclusion of the School Board's Educational
Plant Survey and Capital Improvement Program in the
Comprehensive Plan Technical Support Documents (Data and
Analysis) to provide the public with accessible information and
effective coordination regarding educational infrastructure;
(e) seeking that any new major residential development or.
redevelopment applicant submit information regarding projected
school enrollments from the project; and
(f) request that the School Board submit site plan information forall
timely new schools.
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Adopted: March 19, 1991
Amended: September 19,2000 February 20,2007
ORDINANCE NO. 965 - PAGE 34 OF 44
CYUIDIT A . "ADITAI ...DDn\lC..C..ITO CI C..C"IT
Capital Improvements Implementation
City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
Capital improvement needs identified in the Comprehensive Plan will be met through
implementation of a 5- Y ear Schedule of Capital Improvements. This schedule is adopted by the
City Council along with Goals, Objectives and Policies, and must be consistent with the Capital
Improvements Element. The purpose of the Schedule is to ensure that the City has adequate
revenues to implement the Comprehensive Plan.
There are no existing deficiencies in the City of Okeeohobee, although projec~ions
indicate that there viill be a need f-or additional water and 'Nastev.'ater treatment eapooity by 2005.
Future studies may be conduoted as a result of the Comprehensive Plan, vlhich eould identify
capital improyemeRt Reeds '.vhieh are not ctHTently apparent. Until these studies are completed,
hO'Ne':er, it is not possible to determiRe the impact of future needs for capital improvefl.'I:ents.
The 5- Year Schedule of Capital Improvements focuses on the capital outlay required to
meet existing deficiencies and to maintain adopted level of service standards planned for public
facilities in the Plan. The City shall advise the OUA on these standards.
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Amended: September 19,2000 February 20.2007
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE
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Capitallmprovements Element
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98 A.... BIIII.... Ev.ia"lDll SCAr 0 II 0 62.S1IO 0 II II 62,500 ~
99 u.s. +11 S,1i. Wiler Milo MIA 0 II 0 0 0 0 II II )c
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I hereby certify that the information in this application is correct. The infonnation included in
this application is for use by the City of Okccchobcc in processing my request. False or
rnislcuding information may be punisbable by a fUle of up to $500.00 and imprisonment of up to
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Wi_lIIliller
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PARCEL A
A PORTION OF
SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 35 EAST
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
A parcel of land lying in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County,
Florida, and being more particularly described as follows:
COMMENCE at the Southeast corner of said Section 15; thence along the South line of said
Section 15, S.89002'40"W., 486.26 feet to a point on the South line of Section 15; thence
N.00057'20'W., 63.49 feet; thence N.00016'59''W., 250.90 feet; thence S.89054'49'W., 186.29
feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence continue along said line S.89054'49'W., 674.15 feet;
thence N.00013'56'W., 943.80 feet; thence N.89010'OO"E., 336.67 feet; thence N.00015'28''W.,
49.99 feet; thence N.89009'59'W., 336.64 feet; thence S.00016'59''E., 1002.57 feet to the
POINT OF BEGINNING.
Said parcel contains 15.05 acres, more or less.
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original raised seal of a Florida licensed surveyor and mapper.
Bearings shown hereon are based on the State Plane Coordinate System, North American
Datum of 1983/1990 Adjustment (NAD83/90), Florida West Zone. The reference bearing is the
Southerly line of Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County, Florida,
being S.89002'40"W.
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PARCEL B
A PORTION OF
SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 35 EAST
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
A parcel of land lying in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County,
Florida, and being more particularly described as follows:
COMMENCE at the Southeast corner of said Section 15; thence along the South line of said
Section 15, S.89002'40"W., 486.26 feet to a point on the South line of Section 15; thence,
N.00057'20'W., 63.49 feet; thence, N.00016'59''W., 250.90 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING;
thence, S.89054'49'W., 186.29 feet; thence N.00016'59'W., 276.78 feet; thence N.89002'40"E.,
186.30 feet; thence S.00016'59''E., 279.61 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
Said parcel contains 1.19 acres, more or less.
SEE ATTACHED FOR SKETCH
This legal description and the attached sketch are not valid without the signature and the
original raised seal of a Florida licensed surveyor and mapper.
Bearings shown hereon are based on the State Plane Coordinate System, North American
Datum of 1983/1990 Adjustment (NAD83/90), Florida West Zone. The reference bearing is the
Southerly line of Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County, Florida,
being S.89002'40"W.
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PARCEL C
A PORTION OF
SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 37 SOUTH, RANGE 35 EAST
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
A parcel of land lying in Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County,
Florida, and being more particularly described as follows:
COMMENCE at the Southeast corner of said Section 15; thence along the South line of said
Section 15, S.89002'40"W., 486.26 feet to a point on the South line of Section 15; thence,
N.00057'20"W., 63.49 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING; thence, S.89054'49'W., 493.56 feet;
thence N.00026'44"W., 17.00 feet; thence S.89054'49'W., 20.00 feet; thence S.00026'44"E.,
17.00 feet; thence S.89054'49'W., 347.10 feet; thence N.00013'56'W., 250.90 feet; thence
N.89054'49"E., 860.44 feet; thence S.00016'59"E., 250.90 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
Said parcel contains 4.95 acres, more or less.
SEE ATTACHED FOR SKETCH
This legal description and the attached sketch are not valid without the signature and the
original raised seal of a Florida licensed surveyor and mapper.
Bearings shown hereon are based on the State Plane Coordinate System, North American
Datum of 1983/1990 Adjustment (NAD83/90), Florida West Zone. The reference bearing is the
Southerly line of Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County, Florida,
being S.89002'40"W.
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THIS DRAWING DOES NOT PURPORT TO
DELINEATE THE REGULATORY JURISDICTION
OF ANY FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL
AGENCY.
BEARINGS SHOWN HEREON ARE BASED
ON THE STA TE PLANE COORDINA TE SYSTEM,
NORTH AMERICAN DATUM OF 1983/1990
ADJUSTMENT (NAD83/90), FLORIDA WEST
ZONE. THE REFERENCE BEARING IS THE
SOUTH LINE OF SECTION 15, BEING S.89.02'40"W.
CORNER MONUMENTS WERE NOT SET IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE PREPARATION OF
THIS SKETCH.
589'02'4rJ'W 486.26'
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P. O. C.
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION f 5
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DAT85/12/06 CLIENT:
HORIZONTAl SCAlE:
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SEC: TWP: RGE:
15-37S-35E
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The City of Okeechobee --~n
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55 S.E .Third Avenue
Okeechobee, FL
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Re: Zoning Change Request
Tax ID 2-15-37-35-0AOO-00007-0000
2-15-37 -35-0AOO-00008-0000
Dear Zoning Board Members:
Attached herewith are the necessary documents in support of our request for a zoning change for a
portion of the property described in this submittal. The subject of this request is a 21.14 acre parcel
fronting on the north side of State Route 70, east of State Route 441 in Okeechobee City, Florida. That
portion of the subject site fronting on State Route 70 is currently zoned "Commercial" whereas the rear
portion of the same site is zoned "future residential".
Current interest in new housing development in Okeechobee suggests significant increases in population
in the near future. In turn, the need for commercial space and the jobs it brings rises in response to hous-
ing growth. The advantages that commercial zoning development brings to Okeechobee City in the form
of sales taxes, an enhanced real estate tax base and increased level of employment is self evident.
State Route 441 presently has the largest commercially developed properties within the city. State Route
70, immediately west of State Route 441 and now to the east of 441 constitutes the other principal
commercially zoned district serving the community. Future development along State Route 70 eastward
to Fort Pierce and southeast along State Route 710 (Bee Line Highway) will attract significant traffic and
commercial potential to the benefit of Okeechobee, both City and County.
This concept is already supported by every inquiry we have had on the subject property to date in which
interest in the property has been to zone the site "Commercial" in its entirety.
As indicated herein, the subject site is surrounded by commercially zoned property to the East and South.
Small trailer parks exist immediately West and across State Route 70 to the Southwest. A drainage swale
and overhead power lines separate the subject site from undeveloped residentially zoned property to the
North accessible only via SE 13th Avenue or perhaps off of State Route 441 North of State Route 70.
We respectfully request the subject property be changed to "all commercial" zoning from its current
zoning which is part commercial, part residential for the following reaso~:
1. "Highest and best uses" of the subject site zoning is "Commercial" in that this zoning will benefit the
city most through sales taxes, higher real estate property taxes and increased employment.
2. State Route 70 at the subject property's location could hardly be considered a suitable roadway from
a residential perspective. Despite the fact that a four way intersection can be developed midway across
the subject site frontage, there is no other access to the currently zoned "Residential" portion of this prop-
erty. This means that access to the residential portion would only be available from a highly trafficked
roadway (State Route 70) through property that is currently zoned "Commercial" - a circumstance which
is neither safe nor attractive to residential development.
3. All inquirers to date concerning the subject property have expressed the desire to have the entire site
zoned "Commercial". Furthermore, these interested parties wish to co-develop the subject site with the
adjoining 18 acres to the East (currently zoned commercial), to create a "destination" spot for the city.
Although premature, early talks reveal a mixed-use plan of retail (both large and small) and office space.
This would not only create a "destination" spot for family and friends, but it could also generate numer-
ous jobs for local citizens.
4. As Okeechobee City and County continue to grow, the State Route 70 corridor, particularly extending
east from State Route 441, will be better served by a site of the size, shape and character of the subject
property to be commercially zoned. This property, along with the adjoining 18 acres, has the potential not
only to becoming a "destination" spot, but it WILL be the first thing travelers from the East will see when
they cross into city limits.
5. Currently zoned trailer parks along State Route 70 should be phased out over time as they no longer
meet the "highest and best use" test and in fact are fast becoming a liability to the community in terms
of real estate tax contribution, requirements for City services, stability and appearance.
We would be pleased to respond to any questions that our proposal raises, but hopefully circumstances cited
in support of our request for the zoning changes requested are both self evident and self explanatory.
Respectfully submitted,
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The West ~ of the Southwest !4 of the Southeast !14 of Section] 5, Township 37 Soutb,
Range 35 East, Okeechobee County, Florida, lying North of the North right-of-way line of
State Road No. 70; Except the North SO feet of the West Vz of the West Vz o.fthe Southwest
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Commence at the South v.. comer of said Section IS; thence run Northerly on the 'A section
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p'arcel Id. Number: R2-15-37-35-0AOO-00007-0000
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Petition No. ()b --c:r - a-;
City ofOkeechobee
Checklist for Comprehensive Plan Amendment applications
1 Completed and signed application O~
2 Applicants letter outlining request d-\ O(P
3 Notarized letter of consent from owner * rJ I-A
4a Property survey certified boundary survey, date of survey, surveyor's (J J.-l/cto V'
name, address and phone number
4b Legal description on survey /
Computation of total acreage to nearest tenth of an acre on survey 0<';
4d Drawing size 11 x 17, if larger size, submit 13 copies ~ )-\ 0<.0 V'
5 City location map within 100 feet of subject property ?-( ;)..1 I n& /
6 Application fee (non-refundable) - $ 500.00 'd-d-1 oCt
* Necessary only when the applicant is different from the property owner.
Revised 12/27/04 KC
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City of Okeechobee
General Services Department
55 S.E. 3rd Avenue, Room 101
Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903
Phone: (863) 763-3372, ext. 218
Fax: (863) 763-1686
Date: )./). 1 D&
Fee Paid: 500. C ()
Notices Mailed:
Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment Application
Please Check One:
Small Scale Amendment (Under 10 Acres) 2L Large Scale Amendment (Over 10 Acres)
V' Name of property owner(s): Frank Al tabella, Trustee
Owner mailing address:p. O. Box 417 Okeechob e
Name of applicant(s) if other than owner (state relationship): CBC Mana emen t Cor .
Applicant mailing address:301 NW 4th Ave
Name of contact person (state relationship):
467-0831
Fax:
Property address / directions to propertySee At tached
.. (4 Parce€sj2-2l-37-35-0AOO-00042-BOOO
Parcel IdentIficatIOn Number: 2-2 2-3 7-3:S-0AOO-00033-0000 2-22-27-35-0AOO-00 1-000
Size of the Property (in acres): 53
+ acres
Current Zoning Designation: R
Current Future Land Use Designation: Mul
Existing Use of the Property: Va can t
Proposed Future Land Use Designation: R G M u 1 t i fa mil
2 Parcels
Proposed Use of the Property: create a Planned Unit Development utilizing
mixed forms of Residental Housing (Single Family, Twwnhomes,cotta s)
Description of Surrounding Properties: South: Mobile H'Jlm~' Park
East: Taylor Creek No~th: Mobile Homes
West; Residence, Bank, Restaurants + Retail
Legal Description of the Property (Lengthy Description May be Attached):
See Attached
Unifonn Land Use Application (rev. 12/03)
Page 1 of 2
v
X Survey of Property (11" x 14",20" Scale)
--.lL Letter Outlining Request
x Notarized Letter of Owner's Authorization
x Application Fee (non-refundable)
~ City Location Map
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ConfirIllationofInformation Accuracy
I hereby certifY that the information in this application is correct. The information included in
this application is for use by the City ofOkeechobee in processing my request. False or
misleading information may be punishable by a fine of up to $500.00 and imprisonment of up to
30 days and m~ ~ult in the summary denial of this application.
, ~, ~ Thomas C. Close Ie /i \ j'jr-
Signature Printed Name Date' .
Uniform Land Use Application (rev. 12/03)
Page 2 of 2
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C.B.C. MANAGEMENT CORP.
OFFICE ADDRESS:
301 N.W. 4th Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34972
TELEPHONE (863) 467"()83 1
FACSIMILE (863) 763-6337
MAILING ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 2558
Okeechobee, FL 34973
REQUEST FOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP AMENDMENT
Applicant:
CBC Management Corp.
Owner:
Frank Altobello, Trustee
Re:
Request for Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment
We present this application for a change in the Comprehensive Plan Map to Residential
General (RG) for the following parcels:
2-22-37-35-0AOO-00031-0000
2-21-37-35-0AOO-00045-0000
2-22-37 -35-0AOO-00033-0000
2-21-37-35-0AOO-00042-BOOO
We plan to develop these four parcels as a Planned Unit Development. We envision
creating a "fishing village" using a mixed form of single family residences along with a
marina, ship's store, limited retaiVoffices and common areas. The common areas will
include a community pool, clubhouse, playground, and walkinglbiking nature trails
overlooking the wetlands areas. We have included a conceptual plan as an overview of
our preliminary vision for the PUD.
The type of residences within the community will be standard single family residences,
"cottages" and a form a zero lot line single family residences. The reduced lot size for
the zero lot line dwellings will allow a greater portion of the development to be utilized
as common areas.
The change in the Comprehensive Plan Map to Residential General will enable us to
submit for the PUD and create a planned community including designated recreation and
nature areas. We believe the planned community concept provides a beautiful and
desirable "village" for its residents.
Sincerely,
CBC Management Corp.
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Thomas C. Close, President
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Frank A/tobello, Trustee
P. O. Box 417
Okeechobee, FL 34973
City Council
City of Okeechobee
55 S.B. 3rd Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
Re: Parcel ill #2-21-37-35-0AOO-00045-0000
Parcel ill #2-22-37-35-0AOO-00031-0000
Dear Council Members:
As the owner of the above referenced parcels, please accept this letter as my official
consent to allow CBC Management Corp. to seek a rezoning of these parcels to allow for
a Residential PUD.
In addition, I hereby certify that these parcels are free of any encumbrances or mortgages
at this time.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Frank Altobello
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tate of Florida
County of Okeechobee
Signed before me this A~ day of ~ ' 2005 by Frank Altobello, who is personally known_
to me or presented the following form of identification: .
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....~1,'~ SUSAN W1LUAMS
t.'f . ~~ MY COMMISSION # DO 134481
: : " EXPIRES: November 16, 2006
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02/17/2005 10:22
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Okeechobee County School Board
863-462-5000 700 s.w. Second Avenue Fax 863-462-5151
StmCOlll 761-5000 Okeedlobee, Florida 34974
Chairper10a
David Williams
VIce aalrpenon
Joe Arnold
M...ben
Gay Carlton
Kelly Owens
IndiB. Riedel
S.periateadHt
Patrigj. G. Cooper,
Ed.D.
February 13, 2006
Mr. Thomas C. Close, President
Close Construction
301 N.W. 4th Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34972
Re: Taylor Creek Marina & Fishing Village
Dear Mr. Close:
Thank you for the information regarding the above-mentioned proposed land use
amendment
As you are aware, we are experiencing unprecedented growth within our county
which has the potential of greatly impacting our school population. Therefore, we are
requesting that any new development being proposed within our county fully comply
with the concurrency law passed during the 2005 legislative session-
In part, the concurrency law requires that a standard level of service be adopted for
school facilities and that standard of service be applied to all residential
developments at the time of application for a site plan or at final approval of the
development. The law further stipulates that a developer may satisfy school
concurrency through mitigation proportionate to the demand of capacity.
Mitigation may be satisfied by one or more of the following: contribution of land;
payment for construction or land acquisition; school construction. However, the
developer must execute a legally binding agreement with the local government and
school board in order to satisfy mitigation requirements.
Senate Bill 360 is a "pay as you grow" plan which enables developers, local
governments and school boards to partner as we experience the phenomenal growth
anticipated within our state. We in Okeechobee County Schools look forward to
continuing our cooperative relationship with local government and private concerns
as we keep this most important legislation in mind.
Thank you.
Iga
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Patricia G. Cooper, Ed.D.
Superintendent of SchoobJ
CC: School Board Members
Tom Conely, School Board Attorney
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Chris Close
Taylor Creek Marina & Fishing Village
In response to your request, as of this time I do not have any objections to this project
however I may have concerns in the future when a more detailed plan ha8 been presented.
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Fire Chief7MarsbaJ.
Okeechobee FD
55 S.E. Third Avenue. Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2932 . 863-467-1586 . Fu:: 863-763-4489
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Consistencv with Comprehensive Plan
The following policies of the Comprehensive Plan are relevant to the subject request. The proposed
amendment is consistent with these policies. As the CGMP has been found to be internally consistent,
as required by State statutes, the proposed amendment is thus also consistent with the remainder of
the Comprehensive Plan.
Future Land Use Element
Policy 1.1 - Please refer to the specific sections within this report that present an analysis of the
potential demand from the 'proposed amendment if developed under a worst-case scenario of ten units
per acre. In summary, all required public facilities will continue to operate at the required levels of
service given existing or planned capacities.
Policy 2.2 - The proposed amendment will not result in the loss of any property rights to adjacent land
owners.
Policy 7.2 - The proposed amendment will not result in an intensity of use that will disrupt the natural
system. The existing site is devoid of native upland habitat. The protection of Taylor Creek will be
demonstrated through the local government site specific development application.
Policy 9.1 through 9.3 - The proposed amendment is consistent with the stated goals of the Resource
Management Plan for the Lower Kissimmee River and Taylor Creek Drainage Basins. Given the
requirements of the local government and federal and state permitting agencies. the protection of
Taylor Creek will be demonstrated through the local government site specific development application.
Transportation Element
Policy 8.1 and 8.2 - The proposed amendment is consistent with these policies as demonstrated by the
traffic analysis presented. The analysis indicates that the surrounding road network can accommodate
the incremental demand that would potentially occur if developed under its worst case scenario of ten
units per acre. The analysis utilizes slightly different acreages than those obtained from the legal and
sketches due to the timing of each product. However, since the traffic analysis is based on a higher
acreage, it represents an even more conservative analysis.
Housing Element
Policy 1.1 and 1.11 - The proposed amendment further implements these policies by allocating
additional residential densities near facilities and services where a full complement of public facilities
will be available concurrent with the demand.
Conservation Element
Policy 2.2 and 3.3 - The proposed land use change does not affect the quality or quantity of
groundwater and does not endanger any existing native vegetative communities. Such a determination
can only be made upon submittal of a site specific development plan. Regulations of the SFWMD
dictate that post development conditions must not affect the quality or quantity of groundwater. The
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existing site is devoid of native habitats except for the large wetland that will be preserved/mitigated as
allowed by the City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 4.4 - The designation of the existing wetland as Conservation pursuant to this policy shall be
accomplished through the approval of site specific development plans and required agency permits that
require conservation easements over all existing natural systems to remain. At that time, the City may
elect to seek an amendment of the land use to Conservation.
Recreation
Policy 1.2 - The change in future land use will not reduce the compatibility standards between the
proposed use and any existing or proposed recreation areas.
Compliance with State Growth Manaaement Requirements.
Florida's Department of Community Affairs evaluates local plan amendments for consistency with Rule
9-J5, Florida Administrative Code, which sets out criteria for determining whether a proposed plan
amendment demonstrates consistency with the mandates of the Local Government Comprehensive
Planning and Land Development Regulation Act and the State Comprehensive Plan. The applicant
must demonstrate that the proposed plan amendment is consistent with all state requirements.
Since the City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan has been found to be consistent with all state
requirements, a demonstration of compliance of the proposed amendment with the City of Okeechobee
Comprehensive Plan in turn demonstrates compliance with all state requirements.
Please refer to the section titled Compliance with City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan for the
applicant's demonstration of compliance.
In addition, the proposed future land use must not encourage urban sprawl as outlined in Sections 9J5-
006.(5)(g) through (5)0) of the Florida Administrative Code. The noted regulations set forth the major
components of a methodology to determine the presence of urban sprawl. Paragraph (5)(g) identifies
13 primary indicators of urban sprawl which are to be applied and analyzed as set forth in the rule.
Paragraph (5)(h) describes how land use aspects of a plan shall be analyzed. The land use element,
including both the future land use map and associated objectives and policies, represents the focal
point of the local government's planning effort. Paragraph (5)(i) describes the unique features and
characteristics of each jurisdiction which provide the context of the analysis and which are needed to
evaluate the extent, amount or frequency of an indicator and the significance of an indicator for a
specific jurisdiction. Paragraph (5)0) recognizes that land use plans generally may be significantly
affected by other development policies in a plan which may serve to mitigate the presence of urban
sprawl indicators based on the land use plan alone. Paragraph (5)0) describes development controls
which may be used by a local government to mitigate the presence of sprawl.
In general, Section 9J-5.006(5)(!) states that provision of innovative planning such as urban villages,
new towns, satellite communities, area-based allocations, clustering and open space provisions, mixed-
use development and sector planning that allow the conversion of rural and agricultural lands to other
uses will be recognized as methods of discouraging urban sprawl and will be determined consistent
with the provisions of the state comprehensive plan, regional policy plans, Chapter 163, Part II, F.S.,
and the Florida Administrative Code regarding discouraging the proliferation of urban sprawl. As such,
the proposed future land use amendment to the New Community Development district, which requires
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the creation of mixed-use development, urban villages, and open space, is thus consistent with the
requirements for discouraging urban sprawl. Nevertheless, a detailed urban sprawl analysis is
provided below. Our analysis of consistency is provided within a text block following each indicator.
Analysis of primary indicators
1. Promotes, allows or designates for development substantial areas of the jurisdiction to develop as
low-intensity, low-density, or single-use development or uses in excess of demonstrated need.
The proposed request to Multifamily Residential will actually increase densities within the City of
Okeechobee in close proximity to the urban center.
2. Promotes, allows or designates significant amounts of urban development to occur in rural areas at
substantial distances from existing urban areas while leaping over undeveloped lands which are
available and suitable for development.
The proposed request to Multifamily Residential will actually increase densities within the City of
Okeechobee in close proximity to the urban center. The proposed request is also adjacent to an
existing designation of Multifamily Residential on the future land use map.
3. Promotes, allows or designates urban development in radial, strip, isolated or ribbon patterns
generally emanating from existing urban developments.
The location of the proposed future land use amendment is not in a radial, strip, isolated or ribbon
pattern generally emanating from existing urban developments.
4. As a result of premature or poorly planned conversion of rural land to other uses, fails adequately to
protect and conserve natural resources, such as wetlands, floodplains, native vegetation,
environmentally sensitive areas, natural groundwater aquifer recharge areas, lakes, rivers, shorelines,
beaches, bays, estuarine systems, and other significant natural systems.
The proposed request to a Multifamily Residential future land use will not result in the premature or
poorly planned conversion of rural/and to other uses. Adequate site design techiques will be
employed to adequately to protect and conserve natural resources, such as wetlands,
floodplains, native vegetation, environmentally sensitive areas, natural groundwater aquifer
recharge areas, lakes, rivers, shorelines, beaches, bays, estuarine systems, and other
significant natural systems.
5. Fails adequately to protect adjacent agricultural areas and activities, including silviculture, and
including active agricultural and silvicultural activities as well as passive agricultural activities and
dormant, unique and prime farmlands and soils.
The location of the proposed future land use amendmentis within the existing boundaries of City's
corporate limits and is removed from any existing agricultural uses.
6. Fails to maximize use of existing public facilities and services.
The proposed site will be served by a full complement of existing urban services.
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7. Fails to maximize use of future public facilities and services.
A higher utilization of this site will ensure that future pubic services are minimized within outlining areas.
8. Allows for land use patterns or timing which disproportionately increase the cost in time, money and
energy, of providing and maintaining facilities and services, including roads, potable water, sanitary
sewer, stormwater management, law enforcement, education, health care, fire and emergency
response, and general government.
The proposed site will be served by a full complement of existing urban services. Because the property
has been planned for "next-in-Iine" development, it will enable public facilities and services to be
extended in an orderly manner without disproportionate increases in cost.
9. Fails to provide a clear separation between rural and urban uses.
The proposed site is surrounded by other lands within the City of Okeechobee's coporate limits and
thereby maintains clear separation between urban and rural uses.
10. Discourages or inhibits intill development or the redevelopment of existing neighborhoods and
communities.
The proposed request provides for an opportunity to develop multifamily housing that is currently
lacking to a large degree within the City.
11. Fails to encourage an attractive and functional mix of uses.
The proposed site, being within the City and adjacent to equal or higher intensity lands, will provide for
an attractive and functional mix of uses.
12. Results in poor accessibility among linked or related land uses.
The proposed project will provide for reasonable connections to surrounding development to ensure
among linked or related land uses.
13. The proposed change will not result in the loss of significant amounts of functional open space.
The proposed change will not result in the loss of significant amounts of functional open space. The
existing use does not provide functional open space. With the conversion to a Multifamily Residential
future land use and the development of a mixed use project of housing, shops, marina, restaurants,
etc., the proposed land use will provide significant amounts of functional open space that will be
planned for active and passive recreation by residents of the new community and others.
Encroachment of Incompatible development
As the City of Okeechobee has developed, US-441 south has developed as an area of mixed
commercial and residential uses from hotels, restaurants, and other service businesses to repair shops
and retail stores. The residential uses in the area though have remained largely the same stock that
has been in place for a number of years. US-441 has also been expanded and a full complement of
urban services are available along the corridor.
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The subject site is bound on the east by Taylor Creek and the west by developed commercial land
fronting SR-441 with a Commercial future land use designation. To the north lies an existing single-
family development known as Taylor Creek with a Single Family Residential future land use
designation. This development is separated from the subject site by S.E. 8th Street and can be
adequately buffered through internal buffering provisions. To the south lies vacant land with a
Multifamily Residential future land use designation which is under the same ownership as the subject
parcel.
Given the adjacent existing and future land uses, the proposed request for Multifamily Residential
future land use will not result in the encroachment of incompatible development.
Natural resource protection
Please refer to the enclosed environmental assessment conducted for the entire property holdings
including the 38 acres subject to the request for a future land use amendment. The site is mostly
devoid of native habitat except for largest wetland system. However, as stated in the assessment, the
hydrology of the cypress slough on the southwestern side of the site has been restricted to the point
that subsidence of the soil is clearly evident. If this condition continues, the cypress canopy will
eventually be replaced with upland species.
Transportation
Please refer to the enclosed traffic statement. The analysis utilizes slightly different acreages than
those obtained from the legal and sketches due to the timing of each product. However, since the
traffic analysis is based on a higher acreage, it represents an even more conservative analysis.
Schools
Currently, the Okeechobee County School District has adequate capacity at the middle and upper
school levels; however, the elementary school system is currently at capacity. The School Board has
programmed additional elementary school capacity through the State's Rural Schools Program.
Funding has been requested through the legislative delegation. Appropriation is expected in FY2007
with construction to commence by 2008. The Okeechobee School District has utilized this funding
source for expansion to the school system in the past.
The timing is concurrent with the expected timeframe of proposed project. The request for a future land
use amendment is expected to be transmitted to the State Department of Community Affairs by mid-
2006 with final adoption expected by late-2006. With the State's new requirements for public school
concurrency passed during the 2005 legislative session, the proposed project is expected to meet the
concurrency requirements through mitigation proportionate to the demand for capacity as allowed by
State statutues. As the local government application for site plan approval is not expected to be
submitted untillate-2006, with approval granted in mid-2007, the certainty of the funding program for
the additional capacity will be in place. Site construction would then commence with the first certificate
of occupancy in 2008 - the expected timeline for the construction of the new elementary school.
Please refer to the enclosed letter of Okeechobee County School Board for confirmation.
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The closest elementary school, Central Elementary, is located at 610 S.W. Fifth S1. The middle school
is located at 825 S.W. 28th S1. The high school is located at 2800 N.W. Highway 441 North.
Water & Wastewater
The water and wastewater service for this project is provided by the Okeechobee Utility Authority.
Application for capacity reservation has been submitted to ~UA.
The fOllowing is an analysis of the water and wastewater flows for the property with its existing future
land use designation of Residential Single Family allowing up to four units per acre. Based upon this
criterion, the 33 acre parcel would allow for up to 132 single family residential units to be constructed on
this site. The balance of the site (approximately 4.5 acres) does not currently contain a development
allowance. With each unit individually metered, the estimated water and wastewater flows are as
follows:
Existing Conditions
Use Units Rate Gallons per
day
Single Family 132 250 GPD - water 33,000
Residential 250 GPD - sewer 33,000
The following is an analysis of the water and wastewater flows for the property with the proposed future
land use designation allowing up to 10 units per acre. The analysis is based upon maximum
development scenario of 380 units based upon the 38 acre site. With each unit individually metered,
the estimated water and wastewater flows are as follows:
Proposed Conditions
Use Area Rate Gallons per
day
Multi Family 380 units 250 GPD - water 95,000
Residential 250 GPD - sewer 95,000
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
Based on information obtained from the Okeechobee Utility Authority, the permitted capacity of the
surface water treatment plant is 5.0 mgd with the ground water treatment plant rated at 1.0 mgd. The
wastewater treatment plant permitted capacity is currently 1.0 mgd.
The Okeechobee Utility Authority is currently in the construction phase of additional filters which will
bring the wastewater treatment plant to a temporary capacity of 1.23 mgd. This work should be
completed by June 2006. Additionally, the wastewater treatment plant is under a design/permitting
phase for an expansion of 3.0 mgd that will bring the total treatment plant capacity to 4.0 mgd and
should be operational by June 2008.
The average daily flow of the combined water treatment plant finished water production is 1.93 mgd for
the period of January 2005 through December 2005. The average daily flow of the wastewater
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treatment plant is 0.89 mgd for the same time period. The Okeechobee Utility Authority reports an
outstanding water treatment plant flow commitment of approximately 0.25 mgd with an outstanding
wastewater treatment plant flow commitment of approximately 0.1 mgd.
Based upon these figures and as stated in the attached service availability letter, the Okeechobee
Utility Authority will have on or before June 2008 adequate capacity to serve the proposed demand
created by the increased density of the proposed future land use amendment.
Police
Please refer to the enclosed letter of service availability from the City of Okeechobee Police
Department. The nearest police station is 50 S.E. Second Ave. No additional police stations are
scheduled. The existing police station should be able to maintain its level of service standard with the
proposed amendment given that the project is already allocated for residential development and is
within the service area approximately one mile from the site.
Fire
Please refer to the enclosed letter of service availability from the City of Okeechobee Fire Department.
The nearest fire station is located at 55 S.E. Third Ave. No additional fire stations are scheduled. The
existing fire station should be able to maintain its level of service standard with the proposed
amendment given that the project is already allocated for residential development and is within the
service area approximately one mile from the site.
Solid Waste
The City of Okeechobee's solid waste level of service is 13 pounds per capita per day and a three year
availability of landfill capacity. Given the maximum number of potential units of 380 with 2.5 person per
dwelling, the maximum demand for the project would be approximately 12,350 punds per day.
The City of Okeechobee does not operate solid waste landfills. Currently, the landfill is operated by
Okeechobee County. As such, the City does not incur any capital expenditures.
A letter from the solid waste service provider, Waste Management pertaining to solid waste service
availability is attached. According to Okeechobee County, the existing landfill has surplus capacity in
excess of three years.
Stormwater ManaQement
Except for the native wetland which occupies about eight acres, the project site has been altered from
its original condition and is currently in use as improved pasture The existing stormwater management
system consists of a shallow interconnected ditch system with outfall directly to Taylor Creek.
Stormwater runoff quantity and quality are strictly regulated by the City and the SFWMD to ensure that
pre-development drainage conditions are maintained. The proposed rate of discharge from the site will
be less than or equal to the existing discharge rate from the site. The discharges off-site will be
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minimized by on-site detention within the stormwater management system. The ultimate site discharge
will be to Taylor Creek.
The Stormwater Management System will employ, wherever practical, a variety of Best Management
Practices (BMP). The following are a list of potential BMP that could be integrated into the Water
Management System during the final design and permitting stage:
· Oil and grease skimmers;
· Environmental swales;
· Minimize "short-circuiting" of pond flow patterns;
· Raised storm inlets in grassed swales;
· Utilize stormwater retention where feasible; and
· Street cleaning and general site maintenance.
The drainage system will be owned, operated and maintained by a public entity or a responsible
property owners association acceptable to the City and the SFWMD.
Historical on-site wetlands will be maintained as part of the surface water management system. There
are no Outstanding Florida Waters, Florida Aquatic Preserves or Florida Class I or II waters occurring
within or abutting the project site.
Potential adverse impacts to ground and surface waters will be minimized by implementation of
appropriate erosion control measures during construction in accordance with the NPDES Generic
Permit for Stormwater Discharge from Large and Small Construction Activities. Erosion control
measures that may be implemented include stabilization practices such as temporary seeding,
permanent seeding, mulching, geotextiles, or sod stabilization; structural practices such as silt fences,
earth dikes, diversions, swales, sediment traps, check dams, or storm drain inlet protection; and
sediment basins.
The project is located entirely in Zone X according to the Okeechobee County FEMA FIRM panel Map
Index. According to the Map Index, the applicable FIRM panel is not printed because the entire panel
is located in Zone X. Zone X is defined as "Areas of SOD-year flood; areas of 1 DO-year flood with
average depths of less than 1 foot or with drainage areas less than 1 square mile; and areas protected
by levees from 1 DO-year flood". Please refer to the FEMA map. There are currently no known flooding
or erosion control problems associated with the project site. No 1 DO-year flood prone areas exist on
site, therefore no structures, roadways or utilities are proposed within any 1 DO-year flood prone areas.
There are no existing wellfields located within two miles of the project site.
Parks and Recreation
The project will be designed to provide residents with a variety of recreational facilities and open
spaces to ensure the community's quality of life. No land will be removed that was previously used by
residents of the region for any recreational use. No existing recreational trail is designated across the
property. Therefore, the project doesn't have the potential for impacting a recreational trail designated
pursuant to Chapter 260, F.S. and Chapter 160-7, F.A.C.
The City's adopted level of service standard for recreation and parks is 3.0 acres per 1,000 people.
Based on the estimated population of 950 people (38 acres x 10 upa x 2.5 ppd), the project's minimum
acreage requirement for recreation and park space is approxmately 3 acres. The project will meet the
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park and open space mandates through on-site facilites and provision of impact fees. The planned
system of parks and open spaces is consistent with the City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan.
HistoricallArcheoloaical Resources
There are no known archeological or historical sites within the project boundaries. A request has been
sent to the Florida Division of Historic Resources. Given the improvements made to date (improved
pasture), the likelihood of the presence of a historic or archeological site regarded as potentially eligible
for listing on the National Register of Historic Sites to occur on the parcel is limited.
Hurricane Preparedness
According to information in the Treasure Coast Transportation Analysis Hurricane Evacuation Study
Update 2003, dated November 2003, the property is not located in any storm surge zone. The property
is not within the Category 3 Hurricane Evacuation Area.
It is estimated that the majority of people will remain in their homes within the project during a hurricane
event, due to the project location relative to the Atlantic coastline. However, in the event of a significant
hurricane, the County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) may activate evacuation shelters
throughout the County as it deems necessary. The evacuation shelters are typically opened in areas
within the hurricane's 100-mile path. Many of the public schools in Okeechobee County serve as
evacuation shelters.
US-441, directly adjacent to the project site, is the closest evacuation route. Additionally, SR-70,
approximately 1 mile to the north will assist in evacuation of the area by providing additional evacuation
routes. All traffic control devices will utilize hurricane tested mast arms and street lights further
minimizing service interruptions and enhancing safety prior to, during, and after a major hurricane.
It should also be noted that due to recent changes to the Florida Building Code, specifically, Chapter
16, Structural Design, as well as the construction methods to be used in the project, the residential
homes will provide shelter for residents during hurricane events. As a result of the changes in the
construction process, residents will have safer and more secure homes, thereby reducing evacuation
volumes and shelter space requirements. In addition, underground utilities will be used throughout the
development reducing potential service interruptions. Finally, additional mitigation measures for special
needs populations will be determined through the local government approval process of the Planned
Unit Development.
Parcel Control Number
Taylor Creek ROW Abandonment
2-22-27 -35-0AOO-00031-0000
Total
Acreaqe
4.51
32.97
37.48
Existinq FLU
None
RSF
Propose FLU
RMF
RMF
Leqal Description
Please refer to the attached legal and sketches of the two tracks that comprise this application for
future land use amendment. The analysis utilizes slightly different acreages than those obtained from
the legal and sketches due to the timing of each product. However, since the traffic analysis is based
on a higher acreage, it represents an even more conservative analysis.
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Exhibit "A"
Parcel 1 ;
Being a parcel of land lying within the Southeast Y. of Section 21, Township 37 South, Range 35 East,
Okeechobee County, Florida and being more particularly described as follows:
Commence at the Northeast corner of the Southeast Yo of Section 21; thence South 00017'44" East along
the East boundary line of Section 21 a distance of 921.50 feet to the Point~of-Beginning; thence continue
South 00017'44" East along the said boundary line a distance of 293.30 feet to a point; thencs South
89042'16M West a distance of 357.94 feet to a point lying on the Easterly Right~of-Way line of S.R. 15
(U.S. 441); thence NorthOo010'OS" West along said Easterly Right-of-Way a distance of 293.30 feet to a
point; thence North 89042'16" Easte distance of 357,29 feet to the Point-of-8egirming.
Containing 2.408 acres, more or less.
BeIng subject lo any Rights-oF-way and/or Easements of record.
And
Parcel 2:
Befng a parcel of land lying within the Southwest Y. of Section 22, Township 37 South, Range 35 East,
Okeechobee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as follows;
Commence at the Northwest corner of the Southwest ~ of said Section 22, thence South 00014'44" East
along the West boundary line of said Section 22 a distance of 212.00 feet to the Pojnl~of-Beglnnlng;
thence North 89047'03" East a distance 011567.58 feet to a point lying on the center line ofTaylor Creek;
thence along a long chord referencIng said center line of Taylor Creek South 17002'03" West a distance
of 415.00 feet to a point; thence continuing along said center line a long chord bearing of South 20019'44"
West a distance of 358.47 feet to a point' thence South 89020'09" West along a Hne 901'.00 feet North of
and parallel to the Southerly boundary of Section 22 a distance of 36..00 feet toa point; thence South
89020'09" West along a line 937.00 feet North of and parallel to the Southerly boundary of Section 22 a
dl~tance of 21 0.00 feet to a point on the aforementioned West boundary tine of said Section 22; thence
North 00017'44" West a distance of 1008.37 feet to a point; thence North 8g020'09" East along a line
parallel to the Southerly boundary of Section 22 a distance of 200.00 feet to a point; thence North
00017'44" West along a lineparallal to the Westerly boundary of Section 22 a distance of 450.00 feet to a
point; thence South a9020'09" West along a line parallel to the Southerly boundary of Section 22 a
distance of 200.00 feet to a point on the aforementioned Westerly boundary line of said Section 22;
thence North 00017'44" West along said line a distance of 32.50 feet to the Point-of-Beginning.
Containing 42.920 acres, more or less.
Being subject to a Right-of-Way Easement for Taylor Creek as recorded In Plat Book2, Page 83 of the
Okeechobee County Records and subject to a D.O.T. Right-of-Way as per D.C.T. Right-of"Way map of
state Rd. No. 15 Okeechobee County, B.1. No. 417511, Section 910200-2511, Sheet 5 of 5.
Being subject to any other Rights-af-Way and/or Easements of record.
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SURVEYING + MAPPING, INC.
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L.B. Number 7278
8455 SE MAY TERRACE. HOBE SOUND, FL 33455
PH 772/545-2315 FAX 772/545-2318
LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR A PORTION OF
PARCEL 2;TAYLOR CREEK RIGHT-OF-WAY ABANDONMENT
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
RIGHT OF WAY ABANDONMENT of Taylor Creek
Being a parcel of land lying within the Southwest quarter (1/4) of
Section 22, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County,
Florida, and being more particularly described as follows:
COMMENCE at the Northwest corner of the Southwest quarter (1/4), of
said Section 22,
Thence South 00.17'36" East along the West boundary line of said
Section 22. a distance of 212.00 feet;
Thence North 89.44'49" East, along the North boundary line of Parcel
2, as described in Official Records Book 507, Page 209 of the Public
Records of Okeechobee County, Florida, a distance of 1269.30 feet, to
the intersection of said north line and the westerly right-of-way line
for Taylor Creek, as described in Plat Book 2, Page 83 of the Public
Records of Okeechobee County, Florida, said intersection being the
POINT OF BEGINNING;
Thence continue North 89044'49" East, along said north boundary, a
distance of 172.49 feet to a point being a 30.00 feet offset from the
existing top of bank as delineated in a Boundary and Topographic
Survey dated 01-25-06 by Survco Surveying and Mapping, Inc..
Thence along said' offset line the following 10 (ten) courses:
Thence S 22049'55" W, for a distance of 292.31
Thence S 13"46'58" W, for a distance of 116.51
Thence S 36.22'43" W, for a distance of 127.60
Thence S 37"29'44" W, for a distance of 133.27
Thence S 18009'51" W, for a distance of 140.95
Thence S 01054'50" W, for a distance of 179.24
Th en ce S 17"53' 50" W, for a distan ce of 154.70
Thence S 19.37'24" W, for a distance of 158.12
Thence S 20019'28" W, for a distance of 230.67
Thence S 00.59'20" W, for a distance of 105.98
to the north line of Exhibit "A, as described in Official Records Book
507, Page 209 of the Public Records of Okeechobee County, Florida,
said line measuring 901.00 feet north of and parallel with the south
line of said Section 22.
Thence South 89020'09" West along a line being 901.00 feet North of,
when measured at right angles, and parallel with the Southerly
boundary of Section 22, a distance of 175.57 feet to said westerly
right-of-way for Taylor Creek;
Thence northerly along said right-of-way the following 3 (three)
courses:
Thence N 20017'30" E, for a distance of 455.95
Thence N 19038'07" E, for a distance of 838.97
Thence N 16059'49" E, for a distance of 319.94
To said north boundary of Parcel 2, and the POINT OF BEGINNING
SHEET 1 OF 2
SEAL
Containing 4.51 acres, more or less.
NOT VALID WITHOUT THE
SIGNATURE AND THE
ORIGINAL RAISED SEAL
OF A FLORIDA LICENSED
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PR E
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DATE OF SKETCH
02-23-06
@2006 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
CERTlACATE
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REVISIONS
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2. THE SKETCH AND DESCRIPTION IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE SIGNATURE
AND RAISED SEAL OF A FLORIDA LICENSED SURVEYOR AND MAPPER.
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02-20-06
CERTIFICATE
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AND BELIEF AND DOES NOT REPRESENT A FiELD SURVEY. I FURTHER CERTIFY THAT THIS SKET H
STANDARDS SET FORTH UNDER RULE 61G17-6 OF THE FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PURSU NT.
REVISIONS
SUBMITTAL
DATE
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8455 SE MAY TERRACE, HOBE SOUND, FL 33455
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION for
PARCEL 2; WEST OF TAYLOR CREEK RIGHT-OF-WAY
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
PARCEL#2-A
Being a parcel of land lying within the Southwest quarter (1/4) of
Section 22, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, Okeechobee County,
Florida, and being more particularly described as follows:
COMMENCE at the Northwest corner or the Southwest quarter (1/4), of
said Section 22,
Thence South 00017'36" East along .the West boundary line of said
Section 22, a distance of 212.00 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING;
Thence North 89'44'49" East a distance of 1 ,441.65 feet to a point
lying on the westerly right-of-way line of Taylor Creek as shown on a
Plat recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 83;
Thence South 16059'49" West, along said westerly right-of-way line, a
distance of 319.94 feet;
Thence South 19038'07" West, continuing along said right-of-way, a
distance of 838.97 feet;
Thence South 20'17'30" West, continuing along said right-of-way, a
distance of 455.95 feet, to the north line of Parcel 4, as described In
Official Records Book 507, Page 209 of the Public Records of
Okeechobee County, Florida, said line measuring 901.00 feet north of
and parallel with the south line of said Section 22.
Thence South 89020'09" West along a line being 901.00 feet North of,
when measured at right angles, and parallel with the Southerly
boundary of Section 22, a distance of 517.92 feet;
Thence North 00'17'36" West, a along a line measuring 210.00 feet
east of when measured at right angles, and parallel with the west
boundary of said Section 22, a distance of 36.00 feet;
Thence South 89'20'09" West, a along a line measuring 937.00 feet
north of when measured at right angles, and parallel with the
Southerly boundary of said Section 22, a distance of 210.00 feet, to a
point on the aforementioned West boundary line of said section 22;
Thence North 00'17'36" West, along the west line of said Section 22, a
distance of 1008.37 feet;
Thence North 89020'09" East, perpendicular to and parallel with the
Southerly boundary of said Section 22, a distance of 200.00 feet;
Thence North 00'17'36" West along a line 200.00 feet perpendicular to
and parallel with the Westerly boundary of Section 22 a distance of
450.00 feet;
Thence South 89'20'09" West along a line parallel to the Southerly
boundary of said Section 22, a distance of 200.00 feet, to a point on
the aforementioned Westerly boundary line of said Section 22; SHEET 1 OF 1
Thence North 00'17'36" West, along said line westerly boundary, a
distance of 32.50 feet to THE POINT -OF -BEGINNING. SEAL
Containing 32.97 acres, more or less.
NOT VALID WITHOUT THE
SIGNATURE AND THE
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OF A FLORIDA LICENSED
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DATE OF SKETCH
02-20-06
THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE
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27, FLORIDA STATUTES.
CERTlRCAlE
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2. THE SKETCH AND DESCRIPTION IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE SIGNATURE
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3. THIS IS NOT A BOUNDARY SURVEY.
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DATE OF SKETCH
02-20-06
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REVISIONS
SUBMITTAL
DATE
BY
Jerner & Associates, Inc
Marine & Environmental Consulting
705 Boston Avenue
Ft. Pierce, FL 34950
PHONE: (772) 466-5201/ FAX: (772) 466-5203
E-MAIL youmans@bellsouth.net
February 10,2006
Environmental Site Assessment
Property Location:
PIN's: 2-22-37-35-0AOO-00033-0000, 2-22-37-35-0AOO-00031-0000 &
2-21-37-35-0AOO-00045-0000, Okeechobee, Okeechobee County, FL
Discussion:
The site consists of three contiguous parcels of land that are located along the westem
bank of Taylor Creek in the town ofOkeechobee. These three parcels total approximately
60 acres. Wetlands were identified, delineated and flagged on the site. In addition, the
site was inspected for flora and fauna that are listed on the state and federal threatened
and endangered species list by Mark Youmans of J emer and Associates, Inc. These site
inspections occurred over the course of several separate visits in the summer of 2005.
Follow-up surveys by Survco Inc. placed the wetland boundary on a certified land
survey. The wetlands were verified by Stephanie Raymond from the South Florida Water
Management (SFWMD) on January 22,2005. On February 8, 2006, Andy Phillips from
the Anny Corps of Engineers (ACOE) verified the consultant's jurisdiction wetland
findings during ajoint site visit. Three minor wetland areas were added to the wetland
inventory. This infonnation is included on the attached site map (Exhibit B). A FLUCCS
map is included as Exhibit C.
Conclusion:
Although the three additional wetland areas are updated on the attached site map, the
certified land survey has not yet been upd~ted to include them. This will take place within
the next few weeks as scheduling permits.
During the course of the field work, Mark Youmans of Jemer and Associates, Inc. also
searched for Flora and Fauna that ar~ listed on the state and federal threatened and
endangered species list. No threatened or endangered species have been located on site.
This finding was verified by the staff from SFWMD and ACOE. A list of all plant
species identified on site is included as Exhibit A.
It is of special concem that many of the heavily vegetated/forested areas contain large
percentages of invasive/exotic plant species that are displacing the native plants. It is
recommended that any mitigation plans proposed for this project include plans to
eliminate the invasive/exotic species on site.
In addition, the hydrology of the cypress slough on the southwestem side of the site has
been restricted to the point that subsidence ofthe soil is clearly evident. If this condition
continues, the cypress canopy will eventually be replaced with upland species.
Please see the attached exhibits (A, B & C) for further infonnation.
Mark Youmans
Jemer & Associates, Inc.
EXHIBIT (A) PLANT SPECIES IDENTIFIED ON SITE
GENUS/SPEICIES
Psychotria sulzneri
Syngonium podophyllum
Clerodendrum speciosissimum
Celtis laevigata
Bidens pUosa
Costus pulverulentus
Erianthus strictusnarrow
Momordica charantia
Sida rhombifolia
Trema micranthum
Cirsium sp.
Phyllanthus tenellus
Oplismenus setarius
Thelypteris sp.
Urena lobata
Sambucus canadensis
Ulmus americana
Desmodium sp.
Eugenia uniflora
Hibiscus tiliaceussea
Ambrosia artemisiifolia
Kalanchoe sp.
Phlebodium aureum
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Verbesina virginica
Rivina humilis
DIYl11aria cordata
Cenchrus sp.
Callicarpa americana
Eleusine indica
Ficus aurea
Justicia brandegeana
Citrus sp.
Spermacoce sp.
Spermolepis divaricata
Taxodium distichum
Dioscorea bulbifera
Xanthosoma sagittifolium
Lepidium virginicum
Bauhinia variegata
Campsis radicans
Digitaria sp.
Schinus terebinthifolius
Platanus occidentalis
Conyza canadensis
Tridax procumbens
Tradescantia zebrina
Solanum diphyllum
Koelreuteria elegans
Panicum maximum
Quercus virginiana
Emilia fosbergii
Paspalum sp.
COMMON NAME
HYDROLOGIC STATUS
shortleafwild coffee
American evergreen
Javanese glorybower
sugar-berry; hackberry
hairy beggar-ticks
spiral ginger
plumegrass
balsampear
cuban jute
trema
thistle
Mascarene Island leafflower
woods grass
shield fern
Caesarweed
elderberry
American elm
ticktrefoil
Surinam cherry
rosemallow
annual ragweed
kalanchoe
golden polypody
V irginia creeper
white crownbeard
rougeplant
West Indian chickweed
sandbur
American beautyberry
Indian goose grass
Florida strangler fig
shrimp plant
citrus
false buttonweed
roughfi:uit scaleseed
bald cypress
air yam
elephant ear
Virginia pepperweed
mountain ebony
trumpet creeper
crabgrass
Brazilian pepper-tree
sycamore
Canadian horse weed
coatbuttons
inchplant
two leaf nightshade
flamegold
gumeagrass
live oak
Florida tasselflower
paspalum
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PIN's: 2-22-37-35-0AOO-00033-0000, 2-22-37-35-0AOO-00031-0000 &
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Net R8Ildentlal Area:
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Zoning:
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Propoaed Land Use:
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BUILDING DATA:
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Townhomes: (2 & 3 story)
Residential Pod B:
Townhomes: (2 & 3 story)
CondominUns: (3 & 4 story)
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Townhomes: (2 & 3 story)
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CondominUns: (3 & 4 story)
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Total Ur;t Coon!:
Townhomes:
Condornn.ns:
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Site Amenities:
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t86,066 sfl4.24 Ao. (8li)
95.410 sfl2.19 Ac. (5li)
104,544 sfl2A Ac. (5li)
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5.84 OUI Ac.
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29l.1'its
80 units
20 units
70 units
79 units
150 units
229 lrits
Tiki Bar
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B.~ Shop
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General Notes
- All building, parking and access areas shall docurr,ent c~mpliance with the requirements of
the American Disabilities Act prior to the lssuance of a bUlldong permit
- Refer to Landscape Plan lor landscape detols and specifications.
- All exotic plant species sholl be removed or,d 011 reqwired landscaping sho;1 be installed
prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
- All improvements shall be constructed in on~ phose
- All signs will comply with the sign regulotior,s at the time of permitting.
- "No Trespass" signs to be posted during con3truction and disployed at 011 entrances and
~xi~i building numbers to be r10 jess than fOur (4) inches toll. illuminated. and not blocked
~ ~~~1~~~~jncg~ntrol measures shall be mainlained in working order at 011 liMes. .
- Provisions sholl be made to minimize the d~posit of sediment by trar:sport vehicles onto
~Ub~~di:c:v;td b:us7nac:~d traps. perimeter dikes. sediment. barriers and o.t~er measures intended
to trap sediment sholl be constructed os a first step on any land activity and shall be mode
hmctionol before land disturbance takes place.
- All trees to be preserved ore to be properly barricaded and ke~t free from debris, fill. and
all barricades will be inspected by the City pr;_Jr to any lond clearing
- All sidewalks ore to be a minimum of 6' in width a"1d will be co....structed of paver block.
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F"lorlciCl, th.nc. proc..ci NOI"th 1)0'18'00 We.t otOl'lQ the
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1, SUBJECT PROPERTY UE81N FEMA cotAtUNnY PNE. NO. 12.01781.1HMAPPED.
2. NO 8!AACH OF T1iE PU8UC RICORD8 WIN PERFORMED FOR ENCUMIRAHCES OR OTHER
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3. NO ENCROACHMeNT8 WERE FOUND, EXCEPT AlIHClYftlI.
4. NO UNDERGROUND IMPRCJVEYENT8 WERE LOCATED.
a. Tlil8 8URWY 18 NOT COVIMD IV PROFESSIONAL UAllLIT'f' INSURANCE.
e.lA8T DA'M Of 8URV!Y: OCTOII!R 13, 2005,
7. PROPERTY ADDRE88: STATE ROAD 16. U,S.HlGtlWAY 441.
.. 8&ARlNQ8ME BA8ID ON MONLIIIiNTED WEST LINE OF SECTION 22. 1378, R38E.
.. COOADllNAlE8ARE BASED ON FLORIDA STATE PLANE COORDINATE S'\'8TEMoEA8T ZONE. HAD '83
AND ILEVATlONSARE lASED ON ~VD 'II DATUM. I01H ARE REfBtECID TO NGS WClNl.IMENT s
a2SF(M..N) IN THE CEHTERMEDIAN OF U,a. 441,
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Courier Request Form
To: (Interstate Express (via fax): 223-9121)
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Pick up from: Lucido & Associates
701 East Ocean Boulevard
Stuart, FL 34994
Phone: 772-220-2100
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701 E. OCEAN BLVD., STUART, FL 34994 P(772)220 - 2100 F(772)223 - 0220
EMAIL: SREISS@LuCIDODESIGN.COM
lU61do&associates
TRANSMITTAL MEMO
Date: February 27, 2006 Pa2es: 2
To: Planning Department
From: Mark D. Mathes Pro,iect No. 06-035
Subject: CBC Management Corp
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
o Urgent 0 Please Review 0 Please Comment X Attachments 0 Please Recycle
On November 9,2005 an application for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment was submitted by
CBC Management Corp. As part of this transmittal we are supplementing the application with
additional data and analysis that we believe will more fully demonstrate compliance with the City
of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan, State Statues, and Administrative Code. Included you will
find 13 copies of all colored matierals and five copies of all black/white materials as indicated
below:
. Revised Checklist for Comprehensive Plan Amendment Applications (5 copies);
. Revised Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment Application (5 copies);
. Revised City Location Map (5 copies);
. Reduced copy of the City ofOkeechobee Future Land Use Map with subject property
outlined (13 copies);
. Preliminary Environmental Assessment including List of Plant Species, Site Aerial Map,
and FLUCCS Map (13 copies);
. Correspondence for Okeechobee County School Board (5 copies);
. Correspondence from City ofOkeechobee Fire Department (5 copies);
. Legal Description and Sketch of the specific parcels subject this request (5 copies);
. Analysis of Consistency with Comprehensive Plan and Compliance with State Growth
Management Requirements (5 copies);
. Traffic Statement (5 copies);
. Project Image Skethces (13 copies); and
. Conceptual Master Plan Exhibit (13 copies).
The original request submitted on November 9,2005 was to amend the future land use
designation on approximately 53 acres from Single-family Residential to Multi-family
Residential. The corrected information is contained in the attached material. The request is for
only 37.48 acres from Single-family Residential to Multi-family Residential. Please discard the
original Checklist for Comprehensive Plan Amendment Applications; the original
Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment Application; and the original City Location Map. All
other original materials remain unchanged.
701 E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL 34994 P(772)220 - 2100 F(772)223 - 0220
email: mmathes@lucidodesign.com
CBC Management Corp
Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Transmittal Memo
Page 2 of2
The information corrected by this transmittal is summarized below.
Parcel Identification Number - Only two parcels ofland comprise this request for future land
use amendment. The first parcel is 32.97 acres representing PIN 2-22-27-35-0AOO-00031-0000.
The second parcel is 4.51 acres representing that portion of the Taylor Creek ROW that is
currently being abandoned to join the balance of the larger parcel just described.
Acreage of Proposed Request - the actual acreage of the proposed request is only 37.48 acres.
The original application incorrectly included two parcels into the application that already have a
Multi-family Residential future land use designation.
Current Zoning - The zoning of the two parcels subject to this application are H for the larger
parcel and PUB for the smaller.
Current Future Land Use - The large parcel has a current future land use of Single-family
Residential. The smaller parcel does not currently have an assigned future land use according to
the future land use map available to the public.
Proposed Future Land Use - The proposed future land use is to Multifamily Residential.
Proposed Use of Property - In addition to a variety of housing choices from townhomes and
condominiums, the applicant is also hoping to develop a mixed use center including a marina,
non-residential uses, and various amenities.
Description of Surrounding Property - To the south is vacant land.
701 E. Ocean Blvd., Stuart, FL 34994 P(772)220 - 2100 F(772)223 - 0220
email: mmathes@lucidodesign.com
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CONSTRUCTION. INC
Corporate Office:
301 N.W. 4th Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Martin County Office:
10995 S.E. Federal Hwy., #3, Hobe Sound, FL 33455
TRANSMITTAL SHEET
TO: Katrina Cook FROM: Sheryl Wells
COMPANY: City of Okeechobee DATE: 9/26/2005
FAX NUMBER: TOTAL NO. OF PAGES INCLUDING COVER: 1
PHONE NUMBER: SENDER'S REFERENCE PROJECT NAME: P.U.D.
RE: Taylor Creek Club (Proposed P.U.D.) SENDER'S REFERENCE NUMBER: Job 201
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DPLEASE COMMENT
Dear Katrina:
Attached is a conceptual site plan for the proposed Planned United Development (PUD) in
Okeechobee.
In accordance with the City Code/Regulations this conceptual plan must be submitted and
approved prior to us seeking a change in the zoning to a PUD.
Please let me know if you have any questions or require any additional information at this
time.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sheryl Wells
Corporate Office: (863) 467-0831 * Fax (863) 763-6337 Martin County Office: (772) 546-7150 * Fax (772) 545-1079
State Lie. #CGC048773
Commercial Property Development * Residential Construction * Design-Build * Construction Management * Interior Renovations
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Traffic Engineering, Transportation Planning
TRAFFIC ANALYSIS
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LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENT
TAYLOR CREEK FISHING VILLAGE
Prepared for:
Close Construction
301 NW 4th Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34972
Prepared by:
Susan E. O'Rourke, P.E., Inc.
229 SE Villas Street
Stuart, FL 34994
(772) 781-7918
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February 20,2006
Mr. Chris Close
301 NW 4th Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34972
Re: Taylor Creek Fishing Village LUP A
Susan E. O'Rourke, P.E., Inc. has completed the analysis of the Proposed land use plan
amendment from RSF to RMF at 10 units per acre. The land use amendment affects a
parcel located east of SR 441 and generally north of 11 tb Street in the City of
Okeechobee. The steps in the analysis and the ensuing results are presented herein.
It has been a pleasure working with you. If you have any questions or comments, please
give me a call.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan E..WRourke, P.E.
Registered Civil Engineer - Traffic
229 SE Villas Street
Stuart, Florida 34994
772.781.7918
772.781.9261 fax
SORourke@adelphia.net
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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TRIP GENERATION
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ROADWAY CONDITIONS
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PROJECT DISTRIBUTION / ASSIGNMENTIIMPACT
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STUDY AREA
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FUTURE TRAFFIC
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CONCLUSION
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TABLES
TABLE 1: Trip Generation
TABLE 2: Project % of Capacity
TABLE 3: Link Analysis
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FIGURE 1: Project Location
FIGURE 2: Project Traffic Assignment
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Future Volumes and Comprehensive Plan Data
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INTRODUCTION
Susan E. O'Rourke, P.E., Inc. was retained to prepare a traffic analysis for the proposed
land use amendment of 42.92 acres ofland of which 38.5 acres has an existing future
land use category of RSF at 4 dwelling units per acre. The balance does not have a future
land use category. The proposal is to change the 42.92 acres to medium density at 10
dwelling units per acre. The site is located east of 441 and generally north of 12th in the
City of Okeechobee. The purpose of this report is to determine the impact on the
surrounding roadway system associated with the change in land use. The following
analytical steps were taken:
· summary of the existing land use and proposed land use,
· summary of existing lane geometrics,
· summary of maximum allowable service volumes,
.assessment of the change in trip generation,
.determination of study area
.summary of2011 Long Range traffic volumes
· summary of 20 11 Long Range traffic volumes with the net change in project traffic
added.
· Summary of levels of service with and without the project traffic added
Each of these steps is outlined herein.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The proposed land use amendment involves a parcel of land located north of 12th Street
and east ofSR 441. Figure 1 shows the project's location.
The existing land use designation for the site is allowing up to 4 dwelling units per acre.
The proposed future land use is that ofRMP which allows up to 10 dwelling units per
acre.
TRIP GENERATION
The trip generation for the land use under the existing and proposed future land use
categories is shown in Table 1. For trip generation purposes, single family rates were
applied to the existing future land use and multi family for the proposed future land use.
Table 1 shows that the proposed land use change would result in a potential increase in
trips of 666 trips on a daily basis and 40 trips in the PM peak hour with 33 more trips in
and 7 trips out.
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TABLE 1: Trip Generation
Existing Future Land Use
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Description Land Use Code SF/Quantity Daily Trip Equation Daily Trips PM Equation PM Trips PM in PM out
Single Family 210 154 Ln(T) = 0.92 Ln(X) + 2.71 1547 Ln(T)=0.90 Ln(X) + 0.53 158 63% 37% 100 58
Proposed Future Land Use
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Description Land Use Code SF/Quantity Daily Trip Equation Daily Trips PM Equation PM Trips %IN %out PM in PM out
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The study area roadways were defined in terms of existing lane geometrics and existing
traffic volumes.
Existing Lane Geometries
The study area was reviewed to determine the existing number and type of lanes along the
roadway. Each roadway is described below.
SR 441 is a four- lane, divided, principal arterial with a north/south alignment through the
City. North of SR 70 it becomes a 2 lane arterial.
SR 70 is a four lane divided roadway that become a set of one-way pairs thorough the
downtown area.
PROJECT DISTRIBUTION / ASSIGNMENT
The project traffic was distributed by general geographic direction and then assigned to
the roadway network.
Distribution -- The project general geographic traffic distribution was estimated as 200.10
north, 30% south, 20% west and 30% east.
Assignment -- This general distribution led to an assignment of trips based on the
anticipated ultimate destinations and the roadway paths used to reach those destinations.
The project percent assignment is shown in Figure 2.
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The study area was defined as the area upon which the project traffic (the net increase in
traffic) represented 1 % or more of capacity on the roadway link of service. SR 441 was
the only roadway where the change in land use would create a significant impact. Table 2
summarizes the project percent impact on the roadway links.
FUTURE TRAFFIC
Future traffic estimates were developed for those links where the project impact was
considered significant as identified in Table 2. The land use plan amendment was
analyzed based on the five year growth for the roadways based on Historical growth
rates obtained form FDOT count data. In order to estimate 2011 volumes, 2004 AADTs
from the FDOT were used. Those counts were increased to 2011 by increasing the
volumes using the growth rates. Table 3 summarizes the volumes for the 2011 Total
Traffic condition under the existing and future land use designation.
The potential trip generation of the proposed future land use was compared to the trips
generated by the existing future land use. The increase in trips was then added to the
Total Traffic identified in Table 3 to estimate total traffic with the land use change.
The links in the study area would show a slight increase in traffic with the proposed land
use amendment. However, the future land use designation would not create the need for
additional improvements on the network.
CONCLUSION
The proposed land use will result in an increase in trips of 666 daily trips and 40 PM
peak hour trips with 33 more trips in and 7 more trips out. On the adjacent link within
the study area, there would be a slight increase in traffic associated with the land use plan
amendment. However, the roadways contemplated to be in place for long term
development will be sufficient to accommodate the increase in traffic. Short term impacts
will be addressed at the time the site is brought forward for site plan and concurrency.
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Project % DAILY Project %
Roadway Segment Capacity(LOS C) Assignment TRIPS Impact
SR70 east of 441 34700 10 67 0.19%
east of 98fiOO 34700 20 133 0.38%
west of SR 710 34700 30 200 0.58%
441/ SR 15 North of Wolff Road 34700 30 200 0.58%
North of SR 70 34700 20 133 0.38%
South of SR 70 34700 50 333 0.96%
Source: FDOT 2004 Traffic Information
Existing FLU Trips
Proposed FLU Trips
Additonal Trips=Project
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Table 3: Link Analysis
Roadway
441/ SR 15
Capacity
Segment (LOS C) 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
North of Wolff Road 34700 25500 23500 26000 28000 29000 27000
North of SR 70 34700 22500 24000 22500 27000 23500 25500
South of SR 70 34700 28000 28500 30000 30500 27500 30000
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1 .025 30384
1.014 33042
Project % DAILY Project %
Assignment TRIPS Impact
29449 30 200 0.58%
30517 20 133 0.38%
33375 50 333 0.96%
Source: FOOT 2004 Traffic Information
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Daily Trip 1547 2213 666
Existing FLl Proposed FLU Additonal Trips=Project
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COUNT DATA
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9J-S.OO7(Z)(b) Projected Traffic Circulation
Levels
CONDITION AT THE TIME OF AOOPTION (1990)
Projected Demand: Projected peak demands were generated for the same six (6) road segments
along US 441 and SR 70, covering the period 1990 through 2000. Table U-1O describes the
segments, while Tables U-6 and U- 7 summarized peaIc hour traffic projections and levels of service
through the end of the plmming period.
TABLE 11.10
CLASSIFICATION OF FOOT ROAD SEGMENTS. OKEECHOBEE CITY
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CURRENT CONDITIONS (1997-98)
9J-S.OO7(2)(b) Expansion of Existing Facilities As mentioned earlier, expansions have been planned for SR 70 and US 441, but consuuction is not
sclIcduled until 2010.. However, two (2) areas in Ibe City have been slated for resurfacing which
are SR 70 from .,.. Avenue cast to I"" Avenue. The olber is along US 441 nonh from NW 13~
SlIeCt to NW 34~ SlIeCt. The majority of these improvements arc outside of the City limits.
Major Problem of DeveJopmeat
The major problem of development has been Ibe lack of ongmal data for local and County roads.
The City has relied on traffic data infonnation provided by FOOT on State and Federal Roads that
are within Ibe County. Average Daily Traffic Counts and Level of Service standards are provided
for segments of State Roads Ibat intersect County Roads. while Ibis data is helpful it still poses a
problem for local development.
The City ofOlcccchobcc requires that Traffic Analysis Studies be prepared for new developments
to determine the impact on roadways. However, there arc no measures available for the City to
determine what its current Level of Service are on its local roads nor are there measures available
for information on County roads. As a result, this has provided somewhat of a problem for the
City. Fortunately, this has not prevented new developmellllt will however impact the overall
development standards for the City in the future because no adopted Level of Service has been
established for local roadways. Therefore. as part of the EAR-based Plan Amendments, the City
should consider ways to provide traffic counts on local roads and/or worlc in conjunction with the
County in meeting this need.
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9J-S007(2)(a) Expansion Needs Based on
Existing System
CONDITION AT THE TIME OF ADOPTION (1990)
TABLE 11.7
2000 PEAK HouR DEMAND AND LOS
OKEECHOBEE CITY
LOS without
Segment Peak Hour Sugested LOS with
Number Traflk Count IlIIProvements Improvements
1 3,080 B
2 2.840 B
3 2,030 F A
4 1.720 B A
5 2,680 C
6 2.970 D
Source: FOOT
At Plan adoption. FOOT's 6 Year Won: Prognm proposed several road improvements for state-
owned highways within the City which well: as follows:
1. Preliminary design and engineering for six-Ianing US 441 from CSX Railroad to Cemetery
Road, proposed for 1992-1993 fiscal year.
2. Design improvements for the intersection of US 441 and SR 70 were scheduled for
COJlSUUCDon in the 1992-1993 flSCal year.
3. The CSX Railroad crossing at US 441 wen: scheduled for resurfacing in the 1989-1990
fiscal year.
Local Road Data: Since the City of Olteechobee was not a mellopolitan area, it had no
Metropolitan Planning OIganization (MPO). Therefoll:. available information on traffic volumes,
well: provided by FOOT and well: limited to state roads. Lilcc most small cities in Florida,
OJreechobee lacks an ongoing program for measuring traffic on the City's collector roads so the
1985 Highway Manual was used to ptedict the fu!Ure needs.
Beautification and Safety: At Plan adoption, a few basic improvements well: needed along state-
owned roads as a means to reduce maintenance costs and improve the appearance and safety of the
City's road system. These projects. wcu identified by the City Administrator, and wcu as follows:
1. Curbing of fifteen (15) median strips along US 441 from SW 8" Street to SW 23" Street.
CURRENT CONDITIONS (1997-98)
Adopted Work Prollram - 1997/1998 - 2001/2002: The adopted wode program provided by
FOOT n:presents transponation improvements projccts in District I for the five (5) years beginning
in FY 1997/98 (starting July I, 1997).
Each projcct has key infonnation on Work Program Number (WPI No.), Route Name, From, To,
and Type of Project are shown in the left block. In addition, information such as Number of
hnproved Lanes, Number of Added Lanes, Project Length, and Priority (if applicable) are also
pres,olled in the left block. In the center block, limding levels are shown for each major phase: I)
PE (Preliminary Engine<<inglDesign); 2) ROW (Right-ofWay) Acquisition); and 3) CST
(COJlSuuction) or Grants. These are shown by fISCal year. A colunm is also provided to show total
costs for each major phase.
For each project, the block at the right shows funding for each derailed phase (soned by phase).
Each detailed phase is numbered and wrillen ow with Fiscal Year. Funding Level, and Funding
Source for a particular derailed phase as shown.
According to FOOT Won: Plan, design improvement for the 4-laning of US 441 fonn the CSX
Railroad north to the County is being proposed for fiscal year 2010. Other improvements being
proposed is the 4-laning ofSR 70 from 8" Avenue west to the County which is also scheduled for
2010.
Beautification and Safety
Equlpmeot
Tractor loader and baclchoe
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE EAR REPoRT - COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CONDITIONS MATRIX: TRAFFIC CIRCULATION ELEMENT
2. Modi/)' design of median sllips on US 441 south ro provide left-turn lanes where needed.
3. Replace damaged landscaping and grass on fifteen (15) median sllips on US 441 south,
redesign medians ro prevent furthcl- damage.
4. Replace grass sllips with concrete between sidewalle and curb on US 441 between NW 8"
and SW 23" SlreClS, and on SR 70 from SE .,.. ro SE 13" Avenues.
5. Eliminate grass dividers on SR 70 ftom SE 7" Avenue ro SE 13" Avenue, replace with
inlaid brick with a center containing pahn trees.
6. Install suspended slreCt identification signs over all portions of US 441 and SR 70 ro help
mororists better locate streets.
7. CondUCt a study of stonnwater dtainage facilities OIl US 441 south and SR 70 and noti/)'
FOOT of needed improvelIlel1lS.
8. Sllipe ponions of US 441 south ro prevent parking in front of fire hydrants and ensure that
padced vehicles are Iccpt chc proper distance from comers and driveways.
9. Widen SR 70 ftom US 98 ro the SCL Illilroad crossinj.
10. Four-lining US 441 north from the railroad crossinj to Cl2IIClery Road.
11. Widen the intersection of US 441 and SR 70.
12. Repair railroad CfOSSinj on SR 70 west 81 8" Avenue.
ConcW"rtllcy: COllCll1TCncy required lbat public facility capacity, particularly on roads, be
available to serve development at or prior to the time it occurs. Without sufficient capacity,
development orders could not be issued. Therefore, it was necessary for the City to have an
ongoinj program to monitor Irallk volwne so that transportation improvements could be made
COllCU1'l'Cl111y with increases in demand.
Blcyclea: As state funds were frequently available for bikeway improvements on state roads. the
City considered the possibility of a system of bicycle IiIcilities. Such a system Was proposed ro
reduce lraftic congestion and improve recreational opportunities for City residents. This mode of
transponation was becoming more and more popular and represented an imponant alternative ro
the motor vehicle.
Fundlnll Sourcea: Traditionally, Iransponation programs had been supponcd by taxing the users
of the transponation system. Typical user taX include motor fuel taxes, motor vehicle fees, and
revenue bonds secured by a pledge of the county motor fileltax collections. These funding
mechanisms proved ro be insufficient for correcting existing deficiencies.
The City considered special assessments. redevelopment fees, and/or even impact fees to help with
CURRENT CONDITIONS (1997-98)
TraclOr (mower type)
City compound gas-pwnp-tanIc
15,000
80,000
Streeb
SE 8" Avenue
NW .,.. Avenue between SR 70 and 2" Slreet
SW 6" Avenue between 21" and 19" Slreet
SW 15" Slreet between 5" and 3" Avenue
SW 6" Avenue between 4" and 2" SlreCt
NW 13" Slreet and NW 10" Avenue
SW 12" Avenue between SR 70 & 2" SlreCt
South Parle Slreet mill and repair R&R
NE 2" SlreCt between 441 and 4" Avenue null
Welcome 10 Okeechobee signs (4)
Testing
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14.000
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19.800
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54,400
18.000
42,400
21,500
3.000
1,000
Stripping Slreets
Guardrail
10,000
10,000
The capital outlays made on the identified City streets were for beautification purposes including
the enuy feature signs. Over the planning period, the City has made considelllble improvements in
the downtown area which include curbing and antique lighting.
TABLE 11-9
FIVE-YEAR ADoPTED WORK PROGRAM (FY 97/98 - FY 2001/02)
District 1 (orolll"fl1lfllfed ii, co.fls In S1.000)
FY FY FY FY FY 07/18/97
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102 p SR 15/US 441 NORTH OF NW 13TH STREET, OKEECHOBEE 8,700 N 9,000 S 17700 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 10.41 A
103 P SR 70, E OF KISSIMMEE RIVER, E OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY 2,300 E 2,400 W 4700 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 22.44 A
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112 P SR 70 WEST OF SR 700/US 98, OKEECHOBEE 8,400 E 6,200 W 14600 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 15.0C P
'14 P SR 15/US 441 N OF CR 15C/NE 304TH ST, FT DRUM 2,300 N 2,500 S 4800 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 35.0f A
'16 P SR 15/US 441, SOUTH OF CR 68/NW 160TH STREET 2,900 N 2,900 S 5800 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 27.82 A
19 P SR 70, 700/US 98 EAST OF SR 700/US 98, OKEECHOBEE 8,900 E 8,300 W 17200 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 11.54 A
23 P SR 700/US 98, SOUTHEAST OF CR 68/NW 160TH ST 2,000 N 1,800 S 3800 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 22.1'i A
03 P SR 15/700, US 98/441 SOUTH OF SR 70 14,500 N 15,500 S 30000 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 8.39 A
04 P SR 710 SOUTHEAST OF SE 59TH BOULEVARD OKEECHOBEE 3,700 N 3,900 S 7600 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 20.24 P
05 P SR 15, 700/US 98, 441 WEST OF TAYLOR CREEK BRIDGE 6,100 E 6,100 W 12200 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 9.90 A
06 P SR 15/700/US 98/441, EAST OF SE 38TH A VENUE 4,200 E 4,100 W 8300 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 12.13 P
II P SR 700/US 98 NE OF KISSIMMEE RVR BR & HIGHLANDS CO 1,700 E 1,600 W 3300 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 29.83 A
12 P SR 700/US 98 NORTH OF SR 70/US 98 OKEECHOBEE 5,500 N 5,900 S 11400 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 16.93 A
14 P SR 78 NE OF KISSIMMEE RIVER BR, OKEECHOBEE COUNTY 2,800 N 2,800 S 5600 C 10.66 F 52.25 F 12.21 P
23 P SR 15/700, US 98/441, N OF WOLFF RD, OKEECHOBEE 13,500 N 13,500 S 27000 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 8.34 A
07 P SR 710, S OF CENTER STREET & NE 34TH A VENUE 5,900 N 5,700 S 11600 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 16.52 P
08 P SR 710, SOUTH OF SE 40TH STREET 4,200 N 4,000 S 8200 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 17.8~ P
II P SR 15/US 441,800' S OF CR718/NW 36TH STREET 7,100 N 7,400 S 14500 S 10.82 F 61.42 F 11.0~ P
12 P SR I 5/US44 I, 1000' NORTH OF CR718/NW 36TH STREET 4,600 N 4,300 S 8900 F 10.82 F 61.42 F 12.8C P
13 P SR 70, WEST OF CR 70A/SW 48TH A VENUE 3,900 E 3,800 W 7700 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 21.5S A
14 P SR 700/US 98, 700' NW OF CR 718/NW 36TH STREET 2,500 N 2,500 S 5000 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 20.0f A
15 P SR 15/700, US 98/441 SOUTH OF WOLFF ROAD 8,900 N 9,800 S 18700 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 9.05 P
16 P SR 15/700, US 98/441 500' NORTHEAST OF SR 78 4,400 E 4,100 W 8500 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 8.32 P
17 P SR 15/700/US 98/441, SE OF CR 15A/SE 86TH BLVD 1,900 E 2,000 W 3900 C 10.82 F 61.42 F 17.lf P
18 P SR 78, 0.3 MI SW OF SR 15/700/US 98/441 3,200 N 3,400 S 6600 C 10.66 F 52.25 F 16.5'i P
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1993 C ,-L600 N 2.300
! f)92 C 4.500 N 0
1991 3.742 N ()
1990 4.250 N 2.103
1989 4,128 N 0
1988 3.722 N 0
!987 LOO8 N 0
1986 3,520 N 0
1985 3/)24 N 0
1984 3..142 N 0
1983 2,513 N 0
1982 !.743 N 0
1981 2.3.35 N 0
1980 1,838 N 0
1979 2.717 N 0
1978 2.894 N 0
1977 2,188 N 0
1976 2.089 N 0
1975 1.932 N 0
1974 1.958 N 0
1973 1.853 N 0
1972 1,975 N 0
1971 1,869 N 0
1970 2,099 N 0
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:004 Uistorical A AUT Report
S UOO O.! () 0.55 13.00
S 0 0.00 CLOn 2.90
S 0 0..08 0.53 I 1.00
S 2.147 0.08 0.52 I 1 50
S 0 000 0.00 22.60
S 0 0.09 0.51 ! 5.10
S 0 0.08 D.S3 14.20
S 0 0.08 0.55 J3.90
S 0 0.08 0.51 8.30
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S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
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Year A;\ DT Direction I Direction 2 K Factor o Factor T Factor
1989 15,384 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1988 16,066 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1987 15,568 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1986 16,013 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1985 14,426 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1984 7,487 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1983 9,877 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1982 10,660 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1981 11.449 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1980 10,142 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1979 10.153 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1978 10,327 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1977 11,779 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1976 10,652 E 0 W () 0.00 0.00 0.00
1975 9,555 E 0 W () 0.00 0.00 0.00
1974 8,397 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
]973 7,713 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1972 .8.198 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1971 6,996 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1970 6.739 E 0 W () 0.00 0.00 0.00
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Year .UDT f)iret.tion I I)i rection 2 K Factor o Factor T Factor
2004 C 27,000 N 13,500 S 13,500 0.11 0.61 IUO
:2003 F 29.000 N 14.500 S 14,500 0.10 0.60 5.90
2002 C 2R,OOO N 14.000 S 14.000 0.10 0.56 5.90
2001 C 20.000 N 1 J,OOO S 13,000 0.1 ! 058 9.40
2000 C 23,500 N i2.000 S 11,500 O.! I 0.59 9.50
1999 C 25,500 N 12.500 S 13.000 0.1 I 0.59 7.S0
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S S,x;nnd Y'~ar LSi: I 1 h irt! Year Est: Xc Unknown
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COllnty: 91 - OKEECHOREE
I 1978 ! .339' b 0 W 0 0.00 0,00 0.00
1977 1,282 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1976 774 1_., 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 n.oo
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1974 908 E 0 IN 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1973 855 E 0 IN 0 0.00 i),00 0.00
1972 729 E () IN 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1971 799 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1970 794 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I Site: 0103 Oescription: SR 15/700, lIS 98/441 SOUTH OF SR 70 ::tr
Year \\ llT OJ rection 1 lli rection 2 K Factor I) Factor T Factor
2004 C 30,000 N 14,500 S 15,500 0.11 0.61 8.40
I 2003 C 27,500 N ]3,000 S ]4.500 0.10 0.60 7.90
2002 C 30,500 N ]4,500 S ]6.000 0.10 0.56 5.90
2001 C 30.000 N 14,500 S 15,500 0.11 0.58 7.50
2000 F 28.500 N 13.000 S 15.500 0.11 0.59 18.10
I 1999 C 28.000 N 13,000 S 15,000 0.11 0.59 6.50
1998 C 29.500 N 14.500 S 15,000 0.1 I 0.58 6.80
1997 C 28,500 N ]4.000 S 14,500 0.11 0.60 6.60
I 1989 18,194 N 8,711 S <) .483 0.00 0.00 0.00
1988 20,600 N 10,110 S ]0,490 0.00 0.00 0.00
1987 20.360 N 9.888 S 10.472 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1986 21.906 N 10,796 S I 1.110 0.00 0.00 0.00
1985 17.338 N 8,676 S 8.662 0.00 0.00 0.00
1984 12.27 5 N 10.606 S 11,669 n.oo 0.00 0.00
1983 20.904 N 10,366 S 10,538 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1982 18,772 N 9,786 S 8.986 0.00 0.00 0.00
1981 14.858 N 7,457 S 7.40 I 0.00 0.00 0.00
1980 16,069 N 8.464 S 7:605 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1979 '15,659 N 7,406 S 8,253 0.00 0.00 0.00
1978 19,115 N 9.322 S 9,793 0.00 0.00 0.00
1977 15,345 N 7,602 S 7,743 0.00 0.00 0.00
1976 14,677 N 7.675 S 7,002 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1975 10.171 N 5,289 S 4,882 0.00 0.00 0.00
1974 10.456 N 5,474 S 4,982 0.00 0.00 0.00
1973 11,101 N 5.641 S 5,460 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1972 9,999 N 4,934 S 5.065 0.00 0.00 0.00
1971 10,643 N 5.352 S 5,291 0.00 0.00 0.00
]970 10,9)7 N 5,491 S 5.466 0.00 0.00 0.00
I Site: 0104 I)escription: SR 710 SOUTHEAST OF SE 59TH BOULEV ARD OKEECHOBEE
Year AA llT llirection t llirection 2 K Factor o Factor T Factor
2004 C 7,600 N 3,700 S 3.900 0.11 0.61 20.20
I 2003 C 7,500 S 3,600 N 3,900 0.10 0.60 20.20
2002 C 8,100 S 3,800 N 4.300 0.10 0.56 15.10
2001 C 6,600 S 3.300 N 3.300 0.11 0.58 15.90
I 2000 C 7.200 S 3,600 N 3.600 0.11 0.59 23.00
1999 C 6,600 S 3.300 N 3,300 0.11 0.59 :W.OO
1998 C 6.400 S 3,100 N 3,300 O. II 0.58 22.00
1997 C 6.200 S 3,100 N uno 0.11 0.60 19.20
I 1996 C 5,500 S 2,800 N 2.700 0.10 0.56 J6.40
1995 C \800 S 2.900 N 2,900 0.11 0.54 19.40
1994 C 5.900 S 2,900 N 3,000 0.10 0.57 ] 8.-+0
I 1993 C 5.900 S 2.Qno N 3,000 0.10 0,55 12 AO
1992 C 7,100 S 0 N 0 0.00 0.00 13.10
;\ADT Flags; C Cnmputo;.>o: E Manual Estimate: F C~ First Year F"l~
S S'-"Cond Year F st I ihird Y car Est: X ( !nknowl1
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2004 Historical AAOT Report
County: 91 - OKEECHOBEE
I i996 C L800 N 2.400 S 2.400 O.lO 0.56 11.60
iQ95 C 3.900 ,'-I 0 S 0 0.11 0.54 30.80
1994 C 4.400 N 0 S 0 0.10 0.57 26.50
I 1993 C 4.400 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1991 3.951 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1990 () N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1 1989 3.459 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 O,()O
1988 3.870 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1987 3.790 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1986 3.019 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1985 3.970 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
!984 3.767 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1983 4.213 N 0 S () 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1982 4,217 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1981 3.387 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1980 3,121 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
]979 2.78] N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1 ]978 3.539 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1977 3,8]2 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1976 3,305 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1 1975 3.752 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1974 3,171 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1973 2.859 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1972 2.863 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1971 2,986 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1970 2,274 N 0 S 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1 Site: 0019 Description: SR 70, 700/US 98 EAST OF SR 700lUS 98, OKEECHOBEE '(.
Year AAOT Direction I Direction 2 K Factor D Factor T Factor
2004 C 17,200 E 8,900 W 8,300 0.11 0.61 11.50
12003 C 16,900 E 8,700 W 8,200 0.10 0.60 12.00
2002 C 18,000 E 9,300 W 8,700 0.10 0.56 13.00
2001 C 17.900 E 9,400 W 8,500 0.11 0.58 ]2.50
2000 C 17,700 E 9,300 W 8,400 0.11 0.59 13.00
1 1999 C 17,100 E 8,900 W 8,200 0.11 0.59 13.70
1998 C J6,600 E 8,600 W 8,000 0.11 0.58 11.90
1997 C 17,300 E 8,900 W 8,400 0.] I 0.60 9.50
11996 C 14,100 E 7,200 W 6,900 0.10 0.56 12.60
1995 C 13,700 E 6,700 W 7.000 0.11 0.54 9.00
1994 C 13,700 E 7,100 W 6,600 0.10 0.57 8.40
1993 C 14,300 E 7,400 W 6,900 0.10 0.55 7.60
11992 C 14,500 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 7.20
1991 14,456 E 0 W 0 0.08 0.52 8.40
1990 0 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
11989 13,648 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1988 15,103 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1987 13,65] E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1986 11,087 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I ! 985 12.562 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1984 4,315 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
!983 7.237 E () W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
11982 8,109 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1981 8.939 F 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1980 10.572 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
11979 8,708 E 0 W 0 o 3)() 0.00 000
1978 7,684 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
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1990 0 S 0 N 0 0.00
!989 1.518 ') 0 N 0 0.00
1988 1.925 S {) N 0 0.00
1987 2,017 S 0 N 0 0.00
1986 4,863 S 0 N 0 0.00
1985 1,888 S 0 N 0 0.00
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1994
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0009 Uescription: SR IS/US 441, NORTH OF SR 70
.\.ADT llirection I I>irel'tion 2 K Factor
C 25.500 N 12.500 S 13.000 0.11
C 23.500 N 11,500 S 12,000 0.10
C 27,000 N 14,000 S 13,000 0.10
C 22,500 N 11.500 S 11,000 0.11
C 24.000 N 12,000 S 12.000 0.11
C 22,500 N I !, 000 S I 1.5 00 0.1 ]
C :nooo N 10,500 S 11,500 0.11
C 22,000 N 11,000 S 11,000 0.11
C 21,500 N 10,500 S 11,000 0.10
C 22,500 N 10,500 S 12,000 0.11
C 21,500 N 11,000 S 10.500 0.10
C 17,900 N 8,700 S 9,200 0.00
18,622 N 9.070 S 9.552 0.00
0 N 0 S 0 0.00
16,043 N 7,800 S 8,243 0.00
19,766 N 9,706 S 10,060 0.00
18.261 N 9,096 S 9.165 0.00
6.833 N 0 S 0 0.00
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0.60
0.56
0.58
0.59
0.59
0.58
0.60
0.56
0.54
0.57
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0.00
0.00
0,00
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10.40
6.90
7.70
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0010 Description: EAGLE BAY DR S OF SR-70 IN OKEECHOBEE
AADT I)jrection I Direction 2 K Factor D Factor T Factor
3,00 I E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1,040 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
3,193 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
0011 Description: AIRPORT ENTRANCE RD E OF SR-700, OKEECI-IOBEE COUNTY
AADT Direction 1 I)jrection 2 K Factor D Factor T Factor
174 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
641 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
346 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
0012 Description: SR 70 WEST OF SR 700/US 98, OKEECHOBEE
AADT Direction I Direction 2 K Factor D Factor T Factor
C 14,600 E 8,400 W 6,200 0.11 0.61 15.00
C ! 1,800 E 6,000 W 5,800 0.10 0.60 15.00
C 10,200 E 4,900 W 5,300 0.10 0.56 13.00
C 12,300 E 6,300 W 6,000 n.ll 0.58 12.30
C 12.300 E 6.200 W 6, I 00 0.11 0.59 10.30
C 9,000 E 4.500 W 4,500 0.11 0.59 14.30
C 8,100 E 4.100 W 4.000 0.11 0.58 14.70
C X,SOO E 4.500 W 4.300 0.11 0.60 10.40
C 10.100 E 5, I 00 W 5.000 0.10 0.56 I 1.60
C <),300 E 4,700 W 4,600 0.11 0.54 10.10
C 8,100 E 4.100 W 4.000 0.10 0.57 10.10
C 7,000 E 3,500 W 3,500 0.10 0.55 tl.60
C 10.500 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 X.30
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Coullty: 91 - OKEECHOBEF:
I 1971 2,845 1: 0 \\1 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1970 L971 E () W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I Site: 0007 Description: SR 70 WEST OF SR 71 O. EAST OF OKEECHOBEE ..-
Year \AOT Direction I Oi rectio n 2 K Factor () Factor T Factor
2004 C 23,000 E j J.500 W 11.500 0.11 0.61 18.90
I 2003 C 22,000 E 11.000 W 11,000 0.10 0.60 15.30
2002 C 21,500 E 11.000 W 10,500 0.10 0.56 \4.10
2001 C 2 LOOO E 10,500 W 10,500 0.11 0.58 15.20
2000 C 19.400 E 9,900 W 9,500 0.11 0.59 16.70
I 1999 C 19,100 E 9.200 W 9.900 0.11 0.59 12.40
1998 C 18,700 E 9,300 W 9,400 0.11 0.58 14.50
1997 C 19,600 E 9,600 W 10,000 0.11 0.60 11.00
I 1996 F 17.000 E 8,500 W 8,500 0.10 0.56 14.40
1995 C 16.800 E 8,400 W 8,400 0.11 0.54 13.40
1994 C 17,500 E 8,600 W 8,900 0.10 0.57 13.60
1993 C 16,900 E 8.400 W 8,500 0.10 0.55 ]2.30
I 1992 C 17,500 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 ] 1.90
1991 ]6.029 E 0 W 0 0.08 0.50 9.60
1990 () E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1989 14,658 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1988 16,231 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1987 12.9]5 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1986 18,518 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1985 12.971 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1984 10.022 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1983 10,801 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1982 8,795 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1981 9216 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1980 9,572 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1979 9,416 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1978 7.885 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1977 7,519 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1976 8,182 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1975 4,765 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1974 5,077 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1973 5.114 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I 1972 5.004 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
197\ 4,939 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
1970 4,658 E 0 W 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
I Site: 0008 Oesc riptjon: SR 15!700/US 98/44\, SE OF CR 15B/SE 126TH BL VO
Year ,\ADT Direction I Direction 2 K Factor o Factor T Factor
2004 C 3,200 N 1,600 S 1,600 O.ll 0.61 22.90
I 2003 C 2.900 S 1,400 N 1,500 0.10 0.60 22.90
2002 C 3,600 S 1.800 N 1,800 0.10 0.56 16.30
2001 C 2,050 S 1.200 N 850 0.11 0.58 23.80
I 2000 F 2,600 S 1,300 N 1,300 0.] I 0.59 ]8.10
1999 C 2.600 S 1.300 N UOO 0.11 0.59 26.20
1998 C 2.400 S 1.200 N 1.200 0.11 0.58 22.10
1997 C 2.600 S 1,200 N I AOO 0.11 0.60 23.00
I 1996 C 2,900 S 1,500 N 1,400 0.10 0.56 11.00
1995 C 3,300 S 0 N 0 0.11 0.54 9.10
1994 C :UOO " 0 N 0 0.10 0.57 8.60
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19QI 2.244 S 0 N 0 0.00 0.00 0.00
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Comprehensive Plan
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Adoption date: March 19, 1991
Amended: September 19, 2000
1 Amended: February 20, 2007
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LaRue Planning & Management Services, Inc.
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Adoption Date: March 19, 1991
Amended: September 20, 2007
Amended: February 20, 2007
Prepared by:
James G. LaRue, AICP
LaRue Planning & Management Services, Inc.
�- 1375 Jackson Street, Suite 206
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
In Conjunction With:
The City of Okeechobee
55 SE 3`d Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34974
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT 1
.. Map 1, Future Land Use 2000 (to be revised)
TRAFFIC CIRCULATION ELEMENT 1
— Map 1, Future Traffic Circulation (to be revised)
HOUSING ELEMENT 1
SANITARY SEWER, SOLID WASTE,DRAINAGE,POTABLE WATER
AND NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE ELEMENT 1
CONSERVATION ELEMENT 1
.• RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT 1
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION ELEMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT 1
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS IMPLEMENTATION 5
r COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MONITORING 1
CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 1
POPULATION PROJECTIONS 1
.• COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCEDURES 1
CONSISTENCY WITH THE STATE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 1
LIST OF DEFINITIONS 1
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Future Land Use Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
Goal: Through a well-planned mix of compatible land uses,the City of Okeechobee
shall continue to maintain a high quality living environment, preserve its
distinctive natural and historic resources, and provide public services to its
residents at a minimum cost.
Objective 1: The location of future development in the City of Okeechobee shall continue
to be guided by the availability and efficient use of public facilities and
services as well as site characteristics such as soil conditions and topography.
Policy 1.1: Approval of development proposals shall continue to be conditioned on the
availability of facilities and services necessary to serve the proposed
development and that the facilities meet adopted level of service standards.
These adopted level of service standards shall be as follows:
Public Facility LOS Standard
Potable Water Supply 114 gallons/capita/day
Wastewater Disposal 130 gallons/capita/day
Solid Waste Disposal 13 lbs./capita/day
3 years available landfill capacity
Stormwater Drainage Design storm:
25 year/24 hour duration
Recreation and Open Space 3 acres/1,000 persons
Roads and Traffic Circulation Principal Arterial: LOS C
All Other Roads: LOS D
Policy 1.2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that needed public facilities
will be in place prior to or concurrent with new development through
implementation of the Concurrency Management System.
Policy 1.3: Where minimum levels of service for parks,roads, and solid waste disposal
are met, new residential development and commercial developments
receiving approval from the Florida Department of Health may make
temporary use of private wells and septic tanks subject to the requirement that
it will connect to public potable water and sanitary sewer service once such
service becomes available.
Policy 1.4: The land development regulations applicable in the City of Okeechobee will
be amended to implement appropriate best management practices described
in A Guide to Sound Land & Water Management (published by the Florida
City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use Element
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Department of Environmental Protection)or limit development densities and
intensities in areas where soil types or topography are not conducive to
development.Permitted densities and intensities in environmentally sensitive
areas shall be as established under Objective 2 and the Future Land Use Map.
Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that all new development is
consistent with the Future Land Use Element.
Policy 2.1: The following land use designations are established for the purpose of
managing future growth:
a) Single-Family Residential. Permitted uses are one single-family
dwelling on each lot and structures accessory to the residential use,
mobile home parks and public facilities. Maximum density is four
units per acre for residential units on individual lots,and six units per
acre for mobile home parks.Where affordable housing is provided in
accordance with Housing Policy 1.6,the maximum density for single
family development shall be five units per acre.
b) Multi-family Residential. Permitted uses include apartments,
duplexes, condominiums, single-family houses and public facilities.
Maximum density shall not exceed 10 units per acre. Where
affordable housing is provided in accordance with Housing Policy
1.6, the maximum density for multi-family development shall be 11
units per acre.
c) Mixed Use Residential. Intended to accommodate and provide
flexibility for development of multiple uses within a residential
setting. In order for land to be considered for this designation, land
requested to be placed in this category shall be a minimum of 30
acres. Development within this category would be allowed to be no
more than seven and one-half (7.5) dwelling units per gross acre.
Land developed within this Residential Mixed Use Category must
adhere to the following innovative design and planning principles.
,,. 1. All new development within the Residential Mixed Use
Category shall be required to be zoned as a Planned
Development or Planned Unit Development.
2. Development within this Residential Mixed Use Category
will be required to cluster in order to maximize open space
and natural areas.Development within the Residential Mixed
Use Category is permitted to be clustered at higher than gross
density as long as the gross density is not exceeded for the
total acreage within the Residential Mixed Use Category.
3. Development within the Residential Mixed Use Category is
encouraged to provide a mix of uses, including a mix of
residential types, recreational amenities, civic spaces and
City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
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convenience and commercial uses intended to serve residents
and their guests in order to minimize trips outside the
Residential Mixed Use Category.
4. Development is encouraged to provide creative site designs,
and clustering is required to provide for greater common open
space and mixed-use development. The planning flexibility
provided through the planned development process shall
encourage and facilitate creative design techniques.
a. Residential Development. These areas shall include
single and/or multiple family home site acreage, and
shall include, but not be limited to, single-family
attached and detached;duplexes and two-family units;
and town homes and other multi-family dwelling
types.
b. Non-residential Development. These areas will
include vehicular and pedestrian ways, commercial
and institutional areas, club houses and associated
facilities, utility buildings,maintenance areas, tennis
courts and associated non-residential uses.
c. Residential and Non-residential Development acreage
may account for no more than 60% of the gross area
within the Residential Mixed Use Category.
Intensity/density standards for all uses within this
category are set forth in the Intensity/Density Table
below:
Percent Aggregate Land Use Mix Within the Mixed Use
.• Future Land Use Map Category
Maximum
.. Minimum % % Land Use Maximum
Land Uses in Mixed Use Land Use Mix Mix Density/Intensity
Residential 45% 50% 7.5 gross du/ac
Commercial/Non-residential' 10% 15% .35 FAR
Open Space 40% 53% .25 FAR
d. Open Spaces. These areas will include preserved
natural areas,buffers lakes,parks,golf courses,nature
trails, retention areas, conservation areas, scenic
resources, green belts, wetlands and associated areas
and must account for a minimum of 40% of the
property within the Residential Mixed Use Category.
Golf course fairways will account for no more than
fifty percent (50%) of the open space of the subject
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Residential Mixed Use Category. No development
(residential/commercial) structures are intended, but
only recreation oriented buildings and/or structures.
e. The owners will employ management strategies in and .
around any golf course to address the potential for
pesticide/chemical pollution of the groundwater and
surface water receiving areas. The management
practices will include:
The use of slow release fertilizers and/or
carefully managed fertilizer applications
which are timed to ensure maximum root
uptake and minimal surface water runoff or
leaching to the groundwater;
ii. The practice of integrated pest management
when seeking to control various pests,such as
weeds, insects, and nematodes. The
application of pesticides will involve only the
purposeful and minimal application of
pesticides, aimed only at identified targeted
species.The regular widespread application of
broad spectrum pesticides is not acceptable.
The management program will minimize, to
the extent possible, the use of pesticides, and
will include the use of the United States
Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation
Services Soil Pesticide Interaction Guide to
select pesticides that have a minimum
potential for leaching or loss to due runoff
depending on the site-specific soil conditions;
iii. The coordination of the application of
pesticides with the irrigation practices (the
timing and application rates of irrigation
water) to reduce runoff and the leaching of
any pesticides and nutrients;
iv. The utilization of a golf course manager who
is licensed by the State to use restricted
pesticides and who will perform the required
management functions. The golf course
manager will be responsible for ensuring that
the golf course fertilizers are selected and
applied to minimize fertilizer runoff into the
surface water and the leaching of those same
fertilizers into the groundwater; and
v. The storage, mixing and loading of fertilizer
and pesticides will be designed to
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prevent/minimize the pollution of the natural
environment.
f. The shorelines of any stormwater management lakes
must be sinuous in configuration, and must be sloped
or bermed. The littoral zones around the ponds must
be planted with native wetland herbaceous plants,and
trees or shrubs can be included within the herbaceous
plants. At least four species must be planted. The
minimum required number of plants will be one plant
�• per linear foot of lake shoreline as measured at the
control elevation water level. The littoral shelf should
provide a feeding area for water dependent avian
species.
5. As individual zonings to PUD are submitted to the City,they
shall include as a minimum the following information:
a. A showing of the amount of units as a part of the
maximum approved for the parent parcel.
b. A Traffic Analysis submitted verifying that adequate
capacity currently exists or will exist prior to the
issuance of any Certificates of Occupancy.
6. Any lands included or amended into the Residential Mixed
Use Category must demonstrate the non-existence of urban
sprawl by:
a. Submitting a fiscal impact study demonstrating a net
fiscal benefit to the City.
b. Directing new growth to areas where public facilities
exist,are planned within the City or County Five Year
Capital Improvements Plan, or are committed to
through a Developer Agreement,or otherwise assured
to be funded by the appropriate agency.
c. Requiring all development to be connected to central
water and sewer.
d) Commercial. Permitted uses include, office, retail, automotive
wholesale, and related commercial activities. Also permitted are
public facilities. Commercial development shall not exceed a floor
area ration of 3.00 and the maximum impervious surface for
development within this category shall not exceed 85%of the site.
e) Industrial. Permitted uses include large-scale manufacturing or
processing activities. Also permitted are public facilities. Industrial
Development shall not exceed a floor area ratio of 3.00 and the
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maximum impervious surface for development within this category
shall not exceed 85% of the site.
f) Public Facility. Permitted uses include parks, schools, government
buildings, fire stations and other recreational and non-recreational
public properties.The maximum impervious surface for development
within this category shall not exceed 85% of the site.
Policy 2.2: In accordance with property rights policies adopted by the Central Florida
. Regional Planning Council in the Central Florida Regional Policy Plan, the
City of Okeechobee recognizes and shall continue to protect private property
rights. In implementing the Comprehensive Plan, the City shall continue to
., ensure that its land development regulations protect the use and value of
private property from adverse impacts of incompatible land uses, activities
and hazards. Planning for land use and public facilities in the City shall
.. consider private property rights, and ensure citizen input into government
land use decisions affecting property rights.
.. Policy 2.3: The City shall continue to require that all development proposals be
accompanied by an inventory of wetlands, soils posing severe limitation to
construction, unique habitat, endangered species of wildlife and plants, and
areas prone to periodic flooding. The City shall further require that the extent
to which any development or redevelopment is proposed to be placed in/on,
to disturb, or to alter the natural functions of any of these resources, be
identified. Such identification shall occur at a phase in the development
review process that provides the opportunity for the City to review the
proposed project to ensure that direct and irreversible impacts on the
identified resources are minimized, or in the extreme, mitigated. Where
development is determined to encroach upon a resource,the City shall require
a specific management plan to be prepared by the developer,which results in
no net loss of wetlands and which includes necessary modifications to the
proposed development, specific setback and buffers, and clustering of
�
, development away from site resources,to ensure the protection,preservation
or natural functions of the resource. The minimum buffer for wetlands shall
be 25 feet and the average of all setbacks from the wetland resource shall be
,, 40 feet. Areas designated as buffers shall preserve all natural vegetative
cover,except where drainage ways and access paths are approved to cross the
buffer. Buffers may be supplemented only with native tress, shrubs and
.. ground covers.
Policy 2.4: The City,through revision of appropriate land development regulations,shall
continue to establish compatibility criteria for adjacent land uses.
Policy 2.5: The City shall amend its Future Land Use Map, as necessary, to address
inconsistent land use areas.
Policy 2.6: Development in conjunction with Comprehensive Plan Amendment#06-
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C1-001 shall be limited to a maximum of 200,000 square feet of
commercial development. This amendment is more specifically described
as:
Parcel 1: The West '/2 of the Southwest 'A of the Southeast '/ of
Section 15,Township 37 South,Range 35 East,Okeechobee County,
Florida,lying North of the North right-of-way line of State Road No.
..
70; Except the North 50 feet of the West '/2 of the West 'h of the
Southwest % of the Southeast '/ for road purposes; also except the
following described property conveyed to the State of Florida: A
parcel of land in the West'/2 of the Southwest '/ of the Southeast'/of
Section 15, Township 37 South, Range 35 East, being more
.. particularly described as follows:Commence at the South '/corner of
said Section 15;thence run Northerly on the '/ section line a distance
of 36.95 feet to the centerline of State Road 70; thence North
80°54'49" East, on said centerline a distance of 347.10 feet; thence
Northerly at 90°to said centerline a distance of 40 feet to the Point of
Beginning; thence continue Northerly a distance of 17 feet; thence
.. Easterly at 90°a distance of 20 feet; thence Southerly at 90 degrees a
distance of 17 feet;thence Westerly at 90° a distance of 20 feet to the
point of beginning.
Parcel 2: Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East '/2 of the
Southwest % of the Southeast % of Section 15, Township 37 South,
Range 35 East and run North along the West boundary a distance of
594 feet; then run East a distance of 186.3 feet; then run South a
distance of 594 feet to the South boundary of Section 15; then run
West a distance of 186.3 feet to the Point of Beginning. Less and
except the right-of-way for State Road 70.
OR Book 525 Page 1999, Public Records of Okeechobee County,
Florida and is approximately 21.14 acre(s).
Objective 3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to work toward the elimination or
reduction in size or intensity of existing land uses and zoning designations
. which are not consistent with the Future Land Use Element.
Policy 3.1: The City shall, by 2001, identify all existing land uses inconsistent with the
.. Future Land Use Element.
Policy 3.2: The City of Okeechobee shall amend its land development regulations, by
• 2002,to prevent expansion of existing land uses which are inconsistent with
the Future Land Use Element. These regulations shall be enforced to ensure
that when such land uses are discontinued, they shall not be reestablished.
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Policy 3.3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate with Okeechobee
County in amending the City-County zoning maps to ensure that,all property
in the City is zoned in accordance with the Future Land Use Element.
Objective 4: The City shall continue to ensure the availability of suitable land for public
facilities to support proposed development.
Policy 4.1: Future land use shall continue to include appropriate public facilities to
support proposed development.
Policy 4.2: The City shall continue to amend and enforce the land development
regulations as necessary to ensure that adequate land and/or facilities are
available, at the minimum required level of service standards, to meet the
needs of new development, including but not limited to the following:
a) drainage
b) stormwater management
c) parking
d) open space
e) road right-of-way
f) sewer/water plant sites
g) schools
Policy 4.3: Where new facilities providing a utility service are needed to support a
proposed development, such facilities shall be approved prior to or
simultaneously with approval of the development.
Objective 5: At a minimum, the threshold acreage for new schools shall be as follows:
a) Elementary Schools: A minimum of four (4) acres for the first two
hundred (200) students, plus one (1) acre for each additional one
hundred (100) students.
b) Middle Schools/Junior High Schools:A minimum of six(6)acres for
the first three hundred (300) students, plus one (1) acre for each
additional one hundred (100) students.
c) Senior High Schools:A minimum-of seven(7)acres for the first three
hundred(300)students.plus one(1)acre for each additional fifty(50)
students up to one thousand (1,000) students, plus one (1) acre for
each additional one hundred (100) students thereafter.
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d) Area Vocational/Technical School:A minimum of twenty(20)acres
for the first five hundred (500) students, plus one (1) acre for each
additional fifty(50) students up to one thousand (1,000) students.
e) Community College: A main campus site shall be a minimum of one
hundred (100) acres. Each separate center site shall contain a
minimum of forty(40)acres for the first five hundred(500)students,
plus two (2) acres for each additional one hundred (100) students.
Special-purpose center site acreage shall be appropriate to contain the
functions identified in the program.
Policy 5.1: Upon issuance of a development order for a new school,the necessary public
facilities such as,but not limited to sanitary sewer,solid waste,potable water,
drainage,and roads are to be in place to serve the proposed use.Furthermore,
the School Board shall obtain a written agreement from the service provider
assuring adequate capacity is available.
Policy 5.2: Public facilities should be in close proximity, and operating at the adopted
level of service,before a development order can be issued for a new school.
Policy 5.3: Access to the site must be from a collector road (minor Collector or local
road for elementary schools) and avoid the need for slow down zones.
Policy 5.4: Ingress and egress should not create detrimental impacts on roads adjacent to
the site and the site must provide for adequate on-site parking and circulation
of user vehicles.
Policy 5.5: Approaches to the site should be safe for pedestrians, bicycles, cars and
buses.
Policy 5.6: The City of Okeechobee shall advise the School Board of all Plan
amendments that may affect the location of new schools and proposed
improvements.
Objective 6: The City shall identify suitable locations for the siting of future schools.
Policy 6.1: Proposed school sites should be located away from industrial uses, major
arterial roadways, railroads, airports, and similar land uses to avoid noise,
odors, dust, and traffic impacts and hazards.
•• Policy 6.2: Disrupting influences caused by school yard noises and traffic shall be
buffered to ensure sufficient distances from hospitals,adult communities,and
nursing homes.
Policy 6.3: New schools shall be located within urban growth areas or be compatible
with compact urban growth patterns.
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Policy 6.4: School sites shall be located outside flood plains, flood prone areas, or
floodways.New school sites should,whenever possible,avoid wetlands,and
other environmentally sensitive areas, and will not interfere with historic or
archaeological resources.
Policy 6.5: The City of Okeechobee shall facilitate the adequate and efficient provision
of public schools through:
a) Allowing new public elementary,middle,and high schools by right in
the Single Family Residential, Multi-Family Residential, and Public
Land Use categories, and by Special Exception in the Commercial
Future Land Use category subject to locational criteria in the
Comprehensive Plan and development standards in the Land
Development Regulations,
b) Not permitting new public schools for any site prohibited for a public
school in Chapter 235, F.S., and Rule 6A-2, F.A.C.
c) Addressing public school facilities pursuant to the provisions of
Sections 163.3161(3), 163.3164(24) and 163.3177(10) (h), Florida
Statutes.
d) Initiating a coordination process with the School Board in its efforts
on school planning, site selection and construction; and pursuant to
Chapter 235, Florida Statutes.
e) Maintaining for public review, a listing of capacity-deficient public
schools and the School Board's Educational Plan Survey and Capital
Improvement Program when such information is provided to the City.
Objective 7: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to protect significant natural and
historic resources.
Policy 7.1 The City shall continue to amend and enforce land development regulations
consistent with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's
(FDEP) best management practices referenced in Policy 1.4, which will
minimize the flow into Taylor Creek of organic nutrients, pesticides,
sediment,and other substances having the potential to degrade water quality.
Policy 7.2: The City shall continue to protect environmentally sensitive areas from
development of a type and intensity which would disrupt their natural
functions.
Policy 7.3: The City shall continue to establish development standards to be applied to
any wellfield protection zones which the City may designate to protect any
future public potable water wellfields from contamination, and implement
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them through land development regulations. These standards will, at a
minimum:
a) regulate the use, handling, production and storage of regulated
substances;
b) prohibit new underground fuel and other hazardous chemicals within
these areas;
c) require existing facilities to demonstrate that adequate technology is
.. being employed on-site to isolate the facility from the water supply;
and
d) require that future wellfield protection zones which are relatively
undeveloped will be planned for low density and intensity land uses.
Policy 7.4: The South Florida Water Management District has established limits and
boundaries of public potable water wellfields, cones of influence, and
groundwater aquifer recharge areas.
Any land use proposed for development within one-half mile of any well
designated as a potable water well is to be reviewed as a Special Exception in
order to determine impact on groundwater resources from the proposed use
and specific development. Such review shall address, but is not limited to,
restrictions on land uses which involve pollutants and/or restrictions on
handling and storage of hazardous/toxic materials in order to minimize the
opportunity for contamination. The City of Okeechobee shall continue to
monitor and implement programs to protect groundwater quality and
eliminate potential sources of contamination. This shall be made measurable
by implementing and enforcing the following policies:
Policy 7.5a: The City's land development regulations shall designate a protection area of
1,000 feet in radius from each public potable water well as the wellfield
�+ protection zone.The first 300 foot radius closest to the well shall be a zone of
exclusion, where no development activities shall be permitted except that
relate with water supply provision. Within the remainder of the zone of
protection, land uses shall be regulated to prohibit the following:
a) Landfills;
b) Activities that require the storage,use or transportation of restricted
substances the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act's or the
Environmental Protection Agency's hazardous wastes lists(including,
but not limited to,landfills,gasoline stationed,petroleum storage,and
pesticide storage and handling;
c) Feedlots or other commercial animal facilities;
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d) Wastewater treatment plants and their ancillary facilities;
e) Mines; and,
f) Excavation of borrow pits, waterways or drainage facilities which
intersect the water table.
Policy 7.5b: The City shall amend its Wellhead Protection Program in the Unified Land
Development Code which, at a minimum, shall establish the following:
a) The zone of contribution for all public potable water supply wells
delineated on the United States Geological Survey (USGS)
topographic quad sheets;
b) Regulations which prohibit potentially high risk land uses from the
established zones of influence such as, but not limited to,
manufacturing and storage of hazardous waste and industrial land
uses;
c) Monitoring programs and procedures to mitigate adverse impacts, if
detected, for existing high risk land uses;
d) Land use and development regulations, including open space and
impervious surface requirements, which protect the function of
natural drainage features and natural groundwater aquifer recharge
areas; and
e) The location of drainage wells,delineated on USGS topographic quad
sheets, maintained by the OUA that could have adverse impacts on
groundwater.
Policy 7.5c: The City shall work with the SFWMD, OUA and COE to ensure that
adequate water is available to meet projected agriculture and population
needs.
Policy 7.5d: The City shall work with the SFWMD and the OUA to identify new water
sources in the City.
Policy 7.5e: Adopt measures that efficiently use the existing water supply by:
a) Increasing agricultural and urban water conservation;
b) Eliminating inefficient water use practices; and,
c) Working with the SFWMD and OUA to identify specific projects and
cost-sharing partnerships with other local governments.
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Policy 7.6: The City shall amend its Future Land Use Map from Industrial to Public for
lands used as wellfields.
Policy 7.7: The City of Okeechobee shall,by 2002, complete a survey of all historically
significant properties and,based on available resources,implement programs
and procedures to preserve and protect them. This will include, but not be
limited to,cooperation and coordination with recognized historic preservation
organizations. Upon completion of the City's historic survey,the City shall:
a) adopt a local historic preservation ordinance addressing all areas of
historic significance;
"" b) create an historic overlay district;
c) amend the Future Land Use Map to reflect historically significant
areas; and
d) prepare a Historic District Map of all historic sites in the City.
Objective 8: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to encourage the redevelopment and
renewal of blighted areas.
Policy 8.1: The City shall continue to identify and prioritize areas in need of
redevelopment or renewal.
Policy 8.2: The City shall, by 2002, formulate a program of specific activities to be
conducted in renewal of blighted areas, including but not limited to the
following:
a) Establish criteria for identifying structures in need of repair,
rehabilitation or, if there is no feasible alternative, demolition;
••• b) Seek all available state and federal funds to support renewal
activities;
c) Identify any available alternative housing units for persons displaced
by renewal activities; and
d) Review zoning, building, housing, and other codes for weaknesses
which allow the formation of blighted areas, and make necessary
revisions.
Objective 9: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that proposed land use
activities in the Taylor Creek area are not inconsistent with the stated goal of
the Resource Management Plan for the Lower Kissimmee River and Taylor
Creek Drainage Basins, prepared pursuant to Chapter 380, Florida Statutes.
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Policy 9.1: The City of Okeechobee will review the Resource Management Plan for the
r. Lower Kissimmee River and Taylor Creek Drainage Basins, and coordinate
its activities with those of other local governments addressed in the Resource
Management Plan.
Policy 9.2: The City shall adopt a protection ordinance for the Taylor Creek Drainage
.., Basin area to eliminate inconsistent land use activities, while maintaining
consistency with the Resource Management Plan.
Policy 9.3: The City shall amend the Future Land Use Map to include a Conservation
land use category for which to designate the Taylor Creek Drainage Basin and
Lower Kissimmee River areas.
Objectivel0: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to promote the various and innovative
land development techniques.
Policy 10.1: The City shall continue to amend and enforce its land development
regulations to encourage development techniques which mix and distribute
land uses to accomplish the following:
a) make the most efficient possible use of existing facilities;
b) recognize and preserve distinctive natural features of the development
site;
c) protect environmentally sensitive areas within the site;
d) preserve open space;
e) meet specific needs of the City, such as affordable housing; and
f) promote a sense of pride and community for its residents.
Policy 10.2: The City shall continue to amend and enforce its land development
regulations to protect the public safety along its streets and highways by
limiting size and placement of signs and visual obstructions, which can
restrict visibility and pose a distraction to the motorists.
Policy 10.3: The City shall continue to enforce land development regulations addressing
the subdivision of land.
.. Objective 11: The City of Okeechobee shall integrate the objectives of the Okeechobee
Local Mitigation Strategy into its Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 11.1: As is practicable,applicable provisions of the Local Mitigation Strategy shall
be integrated into the City's land development regulations and review
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procedures to prevent inconsistency between future uses and any hazard
mitigation report recommendations.
Objective 12: By the year 2002, the Unified Land Development Code shall be revised to
specifically encourage redevelopment,infill development,compatibility with
adjacent uses,and curtailment of uses inconsistent with the character and land
uses of surrounding areas, and shall discourage urban sprawl, as provided in
the following policies:
Policy 12.1: Criteria, standards, and related provisions established in the Land
Development Code for reducing the impacts from any land uses that are not
in conformance or are inconsistent with this Comprehensive Plan shall as a
minimum:
a) Regulate the subdivision and platting of land.
a) Regulate the use, intensity and location of land development in a
manner that is compatible with adjacent land uses and provides
delineation in the Conservation Element.
b) Protect Conservation Use lands designated on the Future Land Use
Map and those delineated in the Conservation Element.
b) Regulate areas subject to seasonal and periodic flooding by requiring
adequate drainage and stormwater.
c) Ensure safe and convenient on-site traffic flow and vehicle parking
needs through the Site Plan review process and off-street parking
regulations.
d) Ensure that public facility,utility and service authorization has been
procured prior to issuing any development order and that construction
of said facilities, utilities, and services is concurrent with
development.
e) Provide that development orders and permits shall not be issued
which result in a reduction of the level of services for affected public
(community) facilities.
4110 The purpose of such regulations shall be to eliminate or reduce use
inconsistent with the character of the surrounding area. Such criteria,
standards,and related provisions shall not cause undue hardship,economic or
otherwise, to the owners of such nonconforming uses.
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Traffic Circulation Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
Goal: To develop a traffic circulation system which safely and efficiently meets existing
and future transportation needs, promotes accepted design standards, and achieves
desired levels of service.
Objective 1: The City of Okeechobee, as part of its five-year capital improvements
program, shall continue to identify needed improvements and time frames
for correction of existing roadway deficiencies.
Policy 1.1: The City shall, by 2002, rank proposed roadway projects in order of
priority according to the following guidelines:
Priority 1: The project is needed to protect public health and safety, to
fulfill the City's legal commitment to provide facilities and services, or to
achieve full use of existing facilities.
Priority 2: The project increases efficiency or reduces maintenance costs
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of existing facilities, prevents or reduces future improvement costs,
provides service to developed areas lacking full service, or promotes infill
development.
Priority 3: The project represents a logical extension of facilities and
services within a designated urban service area.
Policy 1.2: The City shall, by 2002, complete a survey of striping, signalization,
signage and other road conditions to identify areas in need of
improvement.
Policy 1.3: The City shall, by 2002, develop and maintain a data file on traffic
accidents and identify any roadway deficiencies contributing to such
accidents.
Policy 1.4: The City shall, by 2002, identify all roadways within the City in need of
resurfacing or widening and include those improvements in the Five-Year
Schedule of Capital Improvements.
Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to protect existing and future right-
,,. of-way from building encroachment.
Policy 2.1: The City hereby adopts standard minimum right-of-way requirements for
�.. new roadways as follows:
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TYPE OF FACILITY RIGHT-OF-WAY
Arterial Roadway 150'
Collector Roadway 100'
Local Road 70' (swale drainage)
.. 50' (curb and gutter)
Policy 2.2: The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations to
.. require mandatory dedications or fees, as a condition of plat approval, for
the purpose of acquiring adequate right-of-way to serve proposed
developments.
Policy 2.3: The City shall identify the right-of-way needs of existing development as
soon as possible, and enforce provisions in its land development
IMP regulations to establish measures for acquisition or reservation.
Policy 2.4: In cases where width requirements established in Policy 2.1, are
.. inadequate for a proposed road improvement project, the City shall, after
consulting with FDOT or other appropriate agencies, establish special
setbacks or dedication requirements to meet the need for additional right-
of-way.
Objective 3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to support and encourage FDOT in
All the implementation of projects listed in the FDOT 5-Year Work Program
which are under the City's jurisdiction and are consistent with and further
the Comprehensive Plan.
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Policy 3.1: The City shall continue to provide necessary coordination and assistance
to FDOT in its work efforts toward widening US 441 between CSX
"' Railroad and Cemetery Rd., expanding SR 70 from 8th Avenue west and
all other projects included in the 5-Year Work Program covering the
period 2000-2010.
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Policy 3.2: The City shall continue to promptly report to FDOT any observed
deficiencies and needed improvements in state roads so that these may be
"' added to the current work program or included in upcoming work
programs covering the period 2000-2010.
Objective 4: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate the planning and
programming of local transportation improvements with the Future Land
Use Element of this plan, Okeechobee County and FDOT.
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Policy 4.1: The City shall, by 2002, implement a program to monitor and evaluate the
impacts of existing and proposed development on the transportation
system in order to ensure consideration of transportation issues in local
land use decisions.
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Policy 4.2: In order to improve coordination with FDOT, the City shall continually
review applicable FDOT plans and programs for consistency with its own
�.. project planning.
Policy 4.3: As part of its Concurrency Management System, the City shall continue to
notify FDOT when any proposed development would reduce levels of
service on US 441 and SR 70 below adopted minimums.
.. Policy 4.4: When transportation facilities become backlogged, the City shall continue
cooperation with FDOT in adopting strategies, timetables, and
commitments to bring operating conditions back to acceptable levels of
service over a reasonable period of time.
Policy 4.5: The City shall identify all roadway projects in its Capital Improvements
Plan.
Objective 5: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate activity with state,
regional, and local jurisdictions to promote a proper mix of funding for
transportation improvements.
Policy 5.1: The City shall continue to aggressively seek funds from FDOT, DCA, the
County and other appropriate agencies, public and private, to meet the
funding necessary for needed transportation improvements.
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Objective 6: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to implement a program for
providing roadway needs that integrates acceptable design standards.
Policy 6.1: The City shall continue to consider and adopt criteria published at the
federal, state, and local level relating to the design of transportation
"" facilities including the FDOT Manual of Uniform Minimum Standards for
Design, Construction, and Maintenance of Streets and Highways; and the
American Association of State Highways and Transportation Engineers
Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets.
Policy 6.2: The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations to
establish roadway requirements, including appropriate development
setbacks and right-of-way dedications, addressing the need to acquire and
preserve existing and future rights-of-way.
Policy 6.3: The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations,
which meet or exceed FDOT standards, to control access to arterial and
collector roads by limiting new curb cuts and driveway permits, or other
appropriate means.
Objective 7: The City of Okeechobee shall establish a level of service standards that are
acceptable for existing and future conditions.
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Policy 7.1: Minimum peak hour operating levels of service for the City of
Okeechobee shall continue to be consistent with those set forth in the
�• Florida Highway System Plan, Level of Service Standards and Guidelines
Manual as outlined below:
Rural/urban With Population Less
Facility Type Than 50,000
Principal Arterials C
Minor Arterials
All Other Roadways
Policy 7.2: The City's Concurrency Management System shall continue to use
minimum level of service standards adopted in Policy 7.1 in assessing
whether the transportation impacts of proposed new developments are
acceptable.
Objective 8: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate development with
the provision of adequate motorized and non-motorized transportation
facilities.
Policy 8.1: The City shall continue to monitor land use development trends and traffic
levels of service to ensure that needed transportation facilities are provided
by developers or appropriate government agencies prior to or concurrent
with development.
Policy 8.2: The City shall not permit new development to occur in locations where the
existing traffic circulation network is insufficient to accommodate the
impacts of the development, unless definite provisions are made to
provide the necessary capacity prior to or concurrent with the
development.
Policy 8.3: As new development is permitted, the City shall continue to reserve and
"" protect needed right-of-way and/or easements for bicycles and pedestrian
facilities.
Policy 8.4: The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations to
require sidewalks in new commercial and residential developments which
are subject to plat or site plan approval, to be linked where possible to the
existing sidewalk system.
Policy 8.5: Areas of the City not currently served by bicycle or pedestrian facilities
shall receive top priority when such facilities are built in the future.
Objective 9: The City of Okeechobee shall encourage efforts to curtail future level of
service standard deterioration, particularly along US Highway 441 and SR
70.
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Policy 9.1: To assist in improving level of service standards, commercial
redevelopment efforts shall be prioritized to mitigate existing "strip"
commercial sites.
Policy 9.2: Access points to commercial centers shall be limited, where feasible, to
.• decrease traffic congestion along City arterials and other roadways.
Policy 9.3: Efforts shall be made, where appropriate, to separate local traffic from
through traffic in commercial areas.
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Housing Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
Goal: The City of Okeechobee will plan for the provision of decent, safe and sanitary
housing of appropriate type, size, location and cost, and with adequate supporting
public facilities to meet the current and future needs of all residents of the City.
Objective 1: On an ongoing basis, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to assist the private
sector and other public agencies in providing adequate and affordable housing,
supported by adequate public facilities, for existing and future populations. This
will include regulatory improvements, coordination with the private sector,
applications for funding assistance, and other activities aimed at ensuring
.. adequate supply of standard condition housing which meets documented current
and projected ranges of household size, income, tenure, and special need (e.g.,
elderly and farmworker housing).
Policy 1.1: New residential development shall continue to be permitted only where facilities
and services such as roads, sanitary sewer, and potable water are available and
adequate, or where such facilities and services are programmed to be provided
during the planning period,based on a fair-share distribution of costs.
"' Policy 1.2: The City Administrator and other appropriate officials shall continue to meet on a
periodic basis, either formally or informally, with City residents, developers,
builders, non-profit providers of housing, and any other interested persons to
assess and improve the production of housing for all City residents.
Policy 1.3: The City Administrator shall continue to assess and recommend improvements as
necessary, to housing-related regulatory and permitting processes in effect within
the City. This will be done in conjunction with scheduled evaluations and
appraisals of the comprehensive plan, or as otherwise required. Possible
improvements may include,but shall not be limited to:
• elimination or modification of conflicting or excessive regulations;
• establishment of a time limit for the review of development proposals;
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• waiving of processing fees for affordable housing projects.
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Policy 1.4: The City Administrator shall continue to coordinate with the joint City-County
Building and Zoning Department to establish a site review process to guide the
location of and assess the need for and availability of infrastructure to support the
following:
housing for low and moderate income families;
mobile homes;
group homes;
foster care facilities;
farmworker housing; and
housing for other households with special needs.
Policy 1.5: In order to be eligible to receive state and federal housing funds, the City of
Okeechobee shall, by 2002, implement a fair housing ordinance to permit
opportunity in housing selection and prohibit discrimination in the sale or rental of
a dwelling.
Policy 1.6: The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations allowing the
following density bonus for residential developments in providing units which
qualify as affordable housing:
10%of total units +1 unit/acre
Policy 1.7: The City shall explore incentives to offer developers for the provision of
affordable housing units, and adopt an incentive program by 2002.
Policy 1.8: The City, through the State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP) funding, shall
.. more actively participate in providing affordable housing to meet community
needs by rehabilitating deteriorating structures and by providing down payment
assistance for new homes.
Policy 1.9: For purposes of defining housing for very-low, low and moderate income
households the following will apply:
Very low income households = < 30% of median income
,.. Low income households = 30 to 50%of median income
Moderate income households = 50 to 80% of median income
Policy 1.10: By 2002, the City shall amend its Unified Land Development Code to provide
design standards, suitable sites, and technical assistance to the public in the
construction of affordable housing.
Policy 1.11: The City shall, by 2002, permit an adequate amount of residential land near the
cities where most facilities and services are available, and that will provide more
sanitary and decent housing with public centralized sewer and potable water
systems where feasible.
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Policy 1.12: The Unified Land Development Code shall be revised by 2002 to permit and
encourage greater flexibility and affordability in housing site designs.
Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall, by 2002, formulate and begin to implement a
program to identify, reduce, and/or eliminate substandard housing conditions by
ten percent. This will include amendment of housing and building codes and other
applicable regulations to establish minimum standards for safety and for aesthetic,
structural and/or sanitary conditions in the existing housing stock.
Policy 2.1: The City shall enforce standards for rehabilitation of substandard housing units
incorporating housing quality standards which meet or exceed those of the Federal
�•• Section 8 Existing Housing Program. Building, housing, and zoning codes in
effect within the City shall be amended as necessary to maintain consistency with
these standards.
Policy 2.2: As permitted by funding and personnel constraints, the City shall continue to
bring substandard housing units into compliance with applicable regulations at an
average rate of 10 units per year. This may include rehabilitation as well as
demolition and replacement.
Policy 2.3: The City of Okeechobee shall, by 2002, establish criteria to identify blighted areas
and historically significant housing in need of improvement.
Policy 2.4: The City of Okeechobee shall, by 2001, conduct a review of applicable land
development regulations for weaknesses which allow the formation of blighted
areas, and coordinate with Okeechobee County to make necessary revisions as
part of the required amendment process.
Objective 3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to conserve its standard-condition housing
stock, and improve, as necessary, the structure and aesthetics of existing housing.
In this process, historically significant units will be identified and given special
.. consideration.
Policy 3.1: Owners/landlords of housing units shall continue to maintain their property in
standard condition. Through a program of code enforcement based, at a minimum,
on response to citizen complaints, substandard conditions shall be brought to the
attention of owners/landlords of housing units, and they shall be required to make
necessary repairs.
Substandard housing shall be defined, based on the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 8 Existing Housing
Program as a housing unit having a deteriorated or dilapidated appearance
and one or more of the following conditions:
1. The only possible access to the unit is through another unit.
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2. There is no alternative means of exit in case of fire which
'"" meets state or local regulations.
3. There is evidence of infestation by mice or vermin.
4. There is an accumulation of garbage or debris.
5. Inadequate covered facilities for refuse disposal are
provided.
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and continuously endanger the health or safety of residents
(e.g., evidence of flooding, proximity to open sewage, fire
— hazards).
7. Evidence exists of an unsound or hazardous foundations.
8. There are unsound or hazardous stairs, porches, balconies,
•• or decks.
9. Roof bucks or sags, has holes or decayed soffits.
10. Exterior surfaces are decayed or otherwise defective.
.. 11. Chimney is leaning or disintegrating.
12. Mobile homes are placed on the site in an unstable manner.
Policy 3.2: Work efforts on the part of the City toward conservation, rehabilitation and
demolition of housing units will be carried out in support of the following
principles:
to encourage property owners to make repairs before serious
problems develop within the housing stock;
to reduce blight and decay of neighborhoods;
to maintain the value of housing and the quality of life in the City;
and
.an to encourage investment in residential areas.
Policy 3.3: The conservation, rehabilitation, or demolition of any documented historic
housing units shall continue to be carried out in cooperation with recognized
historic preservation organizations.
Policy 3.4: Upon completion of the City's historic survey, all historically significant housing
structures shall be formally identified by the City.
Policy 3.5: The City shall, through Code Enforcement assistance, maintain records to identify
all housing units that are demolished and all housing units that are brought into
Code compliance.
Policy 3.6: The City shall coordinate with both citizen groups and the Department of State to
identify and prepare a Historic Overlay District.
Objective 4: The City of Okeechobee shall enforce zoning, subdivision, housing and other
applicable regulations to ensure adequate sites for housing for low- and
moderate-income families and for mobile homes.
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Policy 4.1: The principles and criteria for siting low and moderate income housing shall be as
follows:
to ensure that low/moderate income families have adequate public
facilities and services based on a fair-share distribution of costs;
to reduce concentrations of low/moderate income housing in the
City;
to provide adequate sites for low/moderate income housing based
NAP on projections and demand for such housing; and
to allow additional density for developments providing affordable
.P housing (see Policy 1.6).
Policy 4.2: The principles and criteria for siting mobile homes shall be as follows:
to ensure mobile home residents of the availability of adequate
public facilities and services based on a fair-share distribution of
costs;
to require developers of future mobile home parks to provide
adequate hurricane shelter space for hurricane season residents of
such parks;
to provide adequate sites for mobile homes based on projections
and demand for such housing;
to ensure an affordable housing type to residents of the City; and
new mobile homes shall be placed only in mobile home parks or
subdivisions at least 10 acres in size.
Objective 5: The City of Okeechobee shall, on a continuing basis, ensure adequate sites for
group homes and foster care facilities that are licensed or funded by the Florida
Department of Health (DOH).
,.� Policy 5.1: The principles and criteria for siting DOH-licensed or -funded group homes and
foster care facilities shall be as follows:
to ensure that group homes and foster care facilities of a residential
scale will be located in areas of residential character;
zoning shall not be used to prohibit such facilities of a residential
scale in areas of residential character so long as proposed facilities
are compatible with surrounding residential densities; and
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to provide clients of such facilities adequate public facilities and
services on the basis of a fair-share distribution of costs.
Objective 6: Reserved.
Objective 7: The City of Okeechobee shall, by 2002, establish a technical advisory committee
to evaluate the City's housing efforts and advise the City on adequate and
affordable housing issues and programs.
Policy 7.1: City Officials shall continue to seek and/or otherwise develop appropriate federal,
state, local, and private funding or assistance to offset the costs of City housing
efforts, return tax revenue to the community, provide local employment, and/or
„., leverage private-sector investment in residential areas.
Policy 7.2: The City shall continue to apply for Small Cities Community Development Block
.. Grant funds and participate in housing-related activities funded by block grants
and the Farmers Home Administration. The City shall consider participating in
other federal or state-assisted programs that rehabilitate and/or replace housing for
low- and moderate-income families, and households with special housing needs.
Policy 7.3: The City shall continue to participate in the City's SHIP to find affordable
housing for low- and moderate-income households.
Policy 7.4: Through the assistance of a technical advisory committee, the City shall become
more actively involved in the SHIP program, to acquire funds for a greater
percentage of affordable housing units.
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SANITARY SEWER, SOLID WASTE,
DRAINAGE, POTABLE WATER
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Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste, Drainage,
Potable Water and Natural Groundwater Recharge Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
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Goal: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to conserve and protect its water
sources and provide, or require others to provide, needed public facilities in
a manner which protects investments in existing facilities and promotes
orderly growth.
Objective 1: The City of Okeechobee shall, through revision of land development
regulations,continue to implement procedures to ensure that needed facilities
are available or will be available, concurrent with development.
Policy 1.1: The City of Okeechobee shall adopt the following minimum level of service
standards to be used to determine the availability of facility capacity and the
demand generated by development:
Facility J Level of Service
Sanitary Sewer Average Sewer Demand of User Population
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130 gallons per capita per day(see
Policy 1.6)
Potable Water Average Daily Water Demand
• 114 gallons per capita per day(see
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Solid Waste Disposal Average Solid Waste Generation
• 13 lbs. per capita per day
• at least 3 years available capacity in
Okeechobee County landfill (see Policy
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Drainage/Stormwater Interim Standard(see Policy 1.5)
Management Design Storm
• 25-year frequency
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Facility design standards
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Policy 1.2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that all improvements for
replacement, expansion, or increase in capacity of facilities shall be
compatible with the adopted level of service standards for that facility.
Policy 1.3: The City Administrator or his designee shall continue to annually report to
the City Council the best available information on demand and unused
capacity for each facility, providing the most recent available population
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estimates for the City and unincorporated areas served by City facilities.
Policy 1.4: As a component of its adopted level of service for solid waste generation, the
City shall continue to require that no less than three years' capacity remain
available in the Okeechobee County landfill to accommodate existing and
i, approved development. The most recent available public facilities report of
the City Administrator, as referenced in Policy 1.3, shall be consulted to
determine whether this capacity exists.
Policy 1.5: The following drainage level of service standards are established on an
interim basis pending completion of a drainage study to produce relevant data
... and analysis to support permanent standards. Stormwater treatment and
disposal facilities shall be designed for a 25-year storm event of 24-hour
duration. Such facilities shall meet the design and performance standards
established in Section 17-25.025, F.A.C. The first inch of stormwater runoff
shall be treated on-site, pursuant to Section 17-3.051, F.A.C. Stormwater
discharge facilities shall be designed such that the receiving water body shall
not be degraded below minimum conditions necessary to assure the
suitability of water for the designated use of its classification as established
in Chapter 17-3, F.A.C. These standards shall apply to all development and
redevelopment.
Policy 1.6: Expansion of public water and wastewater treatment facilities shall be
planned and carried out according to the following criteria:
(1) When average daily demand reaches 65%of design capacity or when
AS` peak demand reaches 80% of design capacity, an engineer shall be
retained by the City to evaluate expansion needs.
(2) When average daily demand reaches 80%of design capacity or when
peak demand reaches 95% of design capacity, construction shall
begin on the needed expansion.
(3) When average daily demand reaches 95%of design capacity or when
peak demand reaches 100%of demand capacity,construction shall be
complete.
Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to maintain a five-year schedule of
capital improvement needs for public facilities, to be updated annually, in
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conformance with the comprehensive plan review process for the Capital
Improvements Element.
Policy 2.1: The City Administrator shall continue to evaluate and rank capital
improvements projects proposed for inclusion in the five-year capital
improvements program.
Policy 2.2: Capital improvement projects shall be ranked according to the following
priority level guidelines:
Priority One: The project is needed to protect the public health and safety,
or to fulfill the City's legal obligation to provide facilities and services.
Priority Two: The project increases efficiency of existing facilities,reduces
improvement costs,provides service to developed areas lacking full service,
ENO or promotes infill development.
Priority Three: The project represents a logical extension of facilities or
services within a designated service Area.
Policy 2.3: The City shall revised its Capital Improvements Plan to show itemized capital
improvements.
Objective 3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that existing facilities will
be utilized in an efficient manner and that infrastructure improvements will
not encourage urban sprawl.
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Policy 3.1: Land development regulations shall be utilized to require the use of
appropriate public facilities in new developments.These requirements shall
specify which facility or facilities shall be used in each of the various land use
categories established in the Future Land Use Element. Facility usage shall
also be consistent with the wellfield protection ordinance.
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Policy 3.2: Reserved.
I. Objective 4: The City of Okeechobee shall continue coordination with Okeechobee
County and the Okeechobee Utility Authority (OUA) in the extension of
water and sewer service into unincorporated areas.
Policy 4.1: Water and sewer service shall not be expanded beyond the boundaries of the
Urban Residential land use designation as shown on Okeechobee County's
adopted Future Land Use Map.
Policy 4.2: The City Administrator shall continue to be responsible for negotiating
service extensions with Okeechobee County and OUA and drafting any
necessary service agreements for the City Council's consideration.
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Policy 4.3: Decisions to extend utility service into unincorporated areas will work toward
maximizing the efficiency ofuse of City facilities.Non-city residents will pay
the full cost of providing sewer and water service in unincorporated areas.
" Policy 4.4: The City shall coordinate with the County and OUA in targeting locations for
future potable water and sanitary sewer connections.
Objective 5: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to provide for efficient collection,
environmentally sound disposal, and reduction in volume of solid waste
material which it generates.
Policy 5.1: The City shall continue coordination and assistance with Okeechobee County
in meeting the solid waste management requirements of the Solid Waste
Management Act of 1988.
IMP Policy 5.2: The City shall continue to maintain any and all interlocal agreements
necessary to ensure continuing access to Okeechobee County's landfill
facilities.
Policy 5.3: If necessary, to maintain its adopted level of service (LOS) for solid waste
generation,the City shall continue to fully utilize any and all of Okeechobee
County's waste processing facilities and recycling programs for the reduction
of solid waste volume.Even if not necessary to maintain its adopted LOS,the
City shall still consider the feasibility of using such facilities and programs
in its efforts to meet the volume of reduction goals of the Solid Waste
Management Act of 1988.
Policy 5.4: The City shall,by 2002, reduce its level of service standard for solid waste
disposal from 12,000 tons per year to 11,250 tons per year.
Objective 6: The City shall continue to include,as part of its land development regulations
revision, stormwater drainage regulations providing for the protection of
natural drainage features and provisions for ensuring that all future
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Policy 6.1: The City of Okeechobee's land development regulations shall enforce
stormwater drainage provisions which ensure that:
(a) new developments are required to manage runoff from the 25-year
frequency, 24-hour duration design storm event on-site so that post-
development runoff rates,volumes and pollutant loads do not exceed
�.. pre-development conditions;
(b) stormwater engineering,design and construction standards for on-site
systems are provided; and
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(c) erosion and sediment controls are used during development.
Policy 6.2: The City shall,by 2001,adopt and enforce a stormwater management plan to
establish techniques for the protection of drainage facilities. This Plan shall
include protection measures for the Taylor Creek Drainage Basin area.
Objective 7: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to obtain data needed for correction
of existing deficiencies in man-made drainage facilities or altered natural
drainage features.
Policy 7.1: The City shall complete all four phases of its inventory study of the function
and capacity of the City's existing stormwater drainage facilities and system
.,, by 2001.
Policy 7.2: The City shall amend the Comprehensive Plan to include the
..� recommendations of the stormwater drainage study, upon its completion.
Policy 7.3: Drainage facility improvements shall continue to be provided according to
the following priorities:
(1) to fulfill the City's legal obligations;
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(2) to prevent further degradation of Taylor Creek;
(3) to provide adequate drainage for existing development in the City;
(4) to provide adequate drainage for new development in the City; and
(5) to extend municipal drainage facilities to areas outside the City.
Policy 7.4: The City shall maintain complete records on any drainage problems so that
facility deficiencies may be better addressed and corrected.
Objective 8: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to maintain its water consumption
rate of 1.82 million gallons per day(MGD).
Policy 8.1: The City shall continue to encourage conservation through special rate
structures to reward customers who minimize their water consumption.
Policy 8.2: The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations to
require the use of drought-tolerant plants where landscaping is required.
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Policy 8.3: The City's building codes shall be amended to require water-saving devices
on all new construction.
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Objective 9: The City shall continue to protect water quality and preserve the function of
recharge areas and natural drainage features.
Policy 9.1: As part of its land development regulations,the City shall enforce provisions
to limit impervious surfaces in new development to protect the function of
natural drainage features and natural groundwater recharge areas.
Policy 9.2: The City's land development regulations shall be utilized to provide special
requirements, consistent with the wellfield protection ordinance, relating to
permitted land uses and land development techniques which will protect
groundwater supplies from contamination.
,.� Policy 9.3: The City shall continue to provide public information and seek public
involvement in water supply issues.
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.. Conservation Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
Goal: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to conserve,protect,and appropriately
°" manage the natural resources to promote the highest environmental quality
possible.
.. Objective 1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that levels of air pollutants
shall not exceed applicable standards set by the Department of Environmental
Protection (DEP).
Policy 1.1: Prior to City approval of a Development of Regional Impact (DRI), the
do developer shall conduct a study of transportation-related air quality impacts
which may be reasonably expected to result from the project, and provide
measures for mitigating those impacts.
Policy 1.2: New commercial or industrial development which will release toxic or
hazardous substances into the air will be buffered from existing residential,
.. public,conservation or preservation land uses,as well as areas designated for
these land uses on the Future Land Use Map.
Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to implement programs and policies
to conserve the supply and maintain the quality of current and projected
potable water sources, as well as protect the quality of surface water.
Policy 2.1: In water shortage emergencies, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to
follow the conservation plans,guidelines and recommendations of the South
Florida Water Management District (SFWMD).
Policy 2.2: Through Policy 2.3 of the Future Land Use Element and land development
regulations based on that policy, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to
restrict the location and/or intensity of land uses which have the potential to
adversely affect the quality or quantity of groundwater. Should municipal
wells be established as a public drinking water source, the City shall fully
cooperate with the SFWMD to identify cones of influence for all public
supply wellfields. In order to finance its support of these activities,the City
shall seek funding assistance from SFWMD and all other appropriate sources.
Land uses within the identified cones of influence shall be regulated in
.. accordance with Future Land Use Policy 7.3 and associated land development
regulations.
.. Policy 2.3: As its resources permit, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to cooperate
with and support the SFWMD's ongoing surface water monitoring program
as it pertains to Taylor Creek. In contributing to these efforts, the City shall
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continue to place particular emphasis on documenting its own impact on
water quality in the creek.
Policy 2.4: As its resources permit, the City of Okeechobee shall continue to cooperate
.. with and support the SFWMD and the DEP and other relevant agencies to
improve water quality in Lake Okeechobee through reduction of pollutant
.,,, loading in Taylor Creek.
Objective 3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to conserve and protect its soils and
. native vegetative communities from adverse impacts of development.
Policy 3.1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to protect any natural reservations
identified in the Recreation and Open Space Element from adverse impacts of
development.
"' Policy 3.2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue coordination and cooperation with
Okeechobee County to conserve and protect rare or unique vegetative
communities that cross jurisdictional boundaries.
Policy 3.3: Through Future Land Use Policy 2.3 and implementing land development
regulations,the City shall continue to protect native vegetative communities
from adverse impacts of development.
Objective 4: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to conserve and protect existing
wetlands,fisheries and wildlife habitat from adverse impacts of development.
Policy 4.1: Through Future Land Use Policy 2.3 and implementing land development
regulations, the City shall continue to conserve wetlands and protect water
quality in Taylor Creek from adverse impacts of development.
Policy 4.2: In implementing Future Land Use Policy 2.3, the City shall continue to
request assistance from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
w• Commission in identifying possible adverse impacts of proposed
development on habitat for endangered and threatened wildlife species.
.. Policy 4.3: The City shall, by 2002, identify the total acreage of wetlands and other
sensitive habitats within the City.
"" Policy 4.4: The City of Okeechobee shall, through the implementation of Policy 9.3 of
the Future Land Use Element, designate all wetlands and other
environmentally sensitive lands as Conservation on the Future Land Use Map
by 2003.
Objective 5: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to manage hazardous wastes,establish
criteria for identification of environmentally sensitive areas,and regulate land
uses so as to preserve natural resources.
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Policy 5.1: The City shall enforce provisions in its land development regulations to
—� ensure that new development,regardless of its location in the City,meets the
following conditions:
(a) does not degrade water quality in Taylor Creek;
(b) does not threaten groundwater quality,particularly in the vicinity of
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(c) preserves existing wetland areas;
(d) avoids the disturbance of natural drainage features; and
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Policy 5.2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to cooperate with Okeechobee County
in the development and implementation of a joint hazardous waste
management program for the proper storage, collection, and disposal of
.. hazardous wastes in order to protect its natural resources. The
Comprehensive Plan will be amended as necessary to support this program.
Policy 5.3: On an ongoing basis, the City shall continue to participate in the DEP's
"Amnesty Days" program and any similar program undertaken by
Okeechobee County to collect and safely dispose of hazardous wastes. The
City shall also continue coordination with the County in the establishment of
a joint collection center for household hazardous wastes.
Objective 6: To improve the water quality of Taylor Creek by 2010,the City shall develop
a program to set limits as to the amount of nitrogen and phosphorus that can
be discharged into the Creek.
Policy 6.1: By 2012,the City shall adopt land development regulations to help maintain
a high standard for water quality in Taylor Creek by requiring stormwater
treatment systems for new developments adjacent to Taylor Creek to be
designed using a treatment train approach,using Best Management Practices
in a series, to ensure maximum potential treatment of stormwater.
Policy 6.2: The City shall cooperate and coordinate with the South Florida Water
Management District process for purposes of suggesting improvements to the
water quality of Taylor Creek.
.. Policy 6.3: The City shall re-evaluate the transfer of development rights to allow for
broader use of this function as an effective planning tool.
Policy 6.4: The City, in order to protect surface water quality within its corporate limits
and beyond, shall adopt a numerical standard for nutrients and pollutants of
concern by 2012.
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Authority water quality treatment systems within the Taylor Creek area to
improve the quality of surface water discharges.
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Policy 6.6: The quality of water to be discharged from new surface water management
systems shall be subject to Federal, State, Regional and Local permitting
programs and regulations that determine compliance with Federal, State and
Local water quality standards. Stormwater discharges from development
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set forth in Rules 62-4,62-40,62-302,40E-4,F.A.C.and by local ordinance.
. Policy 6.7: The City shall require all new developments to meet the provisions of the
SFWMD Volume IV, Basis of Review for Surface Water Management and
local provisions pursuant to this Comprehensive Plan to protect surface water
"' quality within the City.
Policy 6.8: Grants and incentives should be sought for the development of surface water
. quality treatment system retrofitting projects for old and/or new surface water
management systems that are not effectively managing water volume or flow,
or removing nutrients and other pollutants.
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Policy 6.9: The City shall periodically review the Land Development Code to ensure all
codes are conducive to the implementation of such water quality Best
Management Practices.
Policy 6.10: By 2012, the City shall adopt a program which shall require future
developments to employ the provisions of the Florida Yards and
Neighborhoods program.
Policy 6.11: The City shall require periodic updates of the current Wellfield Protection
Ordinance.
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Recreation and Open Space Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies
Goal: To provide a system of public recreation lands and facilities to serve all
residents and visitors of the City of Okeechobee, while making the most
efficient possible use of public resources.
Objective 1: Land designated for recreational use shall continue to be protected on an
ongoing basis from the establishment of land uses on adjoining properties
which would interfere with its recreational function.
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Policy 1.1: The City shall, by 2002, adopt specific definitions and standards for the
designation and protection of open space or recreational lands within
proposed developments. These standards shall include provisions for
improving public access to Taylor Creek.
Policy 1.2: The City shall enforce land use compatibility standards for the protection
of existing and future recreation and open space lands.
Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue coordination with and seek
assistance from Okeechobee County, relevant state agencies, and the
private sector to enhance recreational opportunities within its boundaries.
Policy 2.1: As recreational needs arise, the City shall continue to identify properties
within its boundaries having the potential to meet those needs, and make
reasonable efforts to secure those properties for recreational use through
financial incentives, direct purchase, or other appropriate means.
Policy 2.2: For types of recreational lands and facilities which cannot be provided
within its corporate limits, the City shall continue to encourage
,., public/private collaboration to create needed recreational opportunities,
and contribute such staff and funding as may be available toward efforts
involving the city, county, the State of Florida, and the private sector.
Policy 2.3: The City shall continue to provide incentives such as in-lieu-of fees and
direct site transfers to encourage the provision of recreation facilities in
proposed developments.
Policy 2.4: The City shall continue its efforts to solicit funding from the Florida
... Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) for improvements
to Flagler Park.
Policy 2.5: The City shall continue to coordinate with the County on maintenance of
recreational facilities.
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Objective 3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to provide an adequate supply and
variety of recreation opportunities to meet public need.
Policy 3.1: The minimum level of service for recreational lands in the City of
Okeechobee shall be 3 acres per 1,000 residents.
'RO Policy 3.2: The City, in an effort to address its shortfall of open space/recreational
facilities, shall prepare a list and map of all current facilities by 2002.
Upon completion of this identification, the City shall then consider
additional sites throughout the City for recreational opportunities, to meet
the minimum level of service requirement.
Objective 4: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that identified recreation
sites are accessible to the public, including persons with special needs.
Policy 4.1: The City shall continue to provide parking spaces and bicycle racks as
needed at city-owned recreation sites which have been opened to public
use.
Policy 4.2: The City shall continue to provide handicapped and pedestrian access as
needed at the city-owned recreation sites which have been opened to the
public use.
�.. Objective 5: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to seek and utilize all available
recreation-related funding from local, state, federal and private sector
sources in providing recreational opportunities.
Policy 5.1: The City shall continue to inventory and monitor appropriate local, state,
federal, and private funding sources for recreational facilities to ensure
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Policy 5.2: The City shall continue to schedule identified recreation facility needs in
�• the Capital Improvements Element of this plan.
Policy 5.3: The City shall continue to provide for a fair-share costs mechanism for
open space and recreation facilities.
Objective 6: The City of Okeechobee and the School Board will seek to coordinate and
cooperate to ensure efficient and joint use of existing and future
park/school sites.
Policy 6.1: The City of Okeechobee and the School Board will seek to utilize existing
school facilities for park and other recreational needs so as to enhance City
resident access to parks and recreation.
Policy 6.2: Whenever possible, future park sites should be adjacent to and designed in
an integrated manner with school sites so as to maximize City resident
access to parks and open spaces.
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Policy 6.3: The City of Okeechobee shall request that the School Board submit for
review, specific information on renovations, additions, and proposed
expansions on property owned by the School Board to assure the
availability of public facilities and infrastructure when they are future
planned improvements.
Policy 6.4: The City of Okeechobee shall advise the School Board of all Plan
amendments that may affect school sites through designated liaisons with
regularly scheduled informal or formal staff meetings.
Policy 6.5: The City of Okeechobee shall coordinate with the School Board through a
Memorandum of Understanding or Interlocal Agreement for the joint use
of parks/school sites.
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Goals, Objectives and Policies
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Goal: To achieve greater governmental efficiency and resolve conflicts by coordinating
development activities between the City of Okeechobee and Okeechobee County,
and relevant regional, state, and federal entities.
Objective 1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate its Comprehensive
Plan with Okeechobee County, the Okeechobee County School Board, and
other relevant state or local agencies through the sharing of information
.. and by seeking intergovernmental agreements.
Policy 1.1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure coordination of activities
.. in its Comprehensive Plan with plans of the Okeechobee County School
Board, Okeechobee County, and other state or regional entities through
regular exchange of information. This information shall include, but not be
limited to, building permits, zoning cases, planned land use amendments,
engineering plans, demographics, proposed annexation areas, socio-
economic information, and utility service areas and capacity.
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Policy 1.2: The City of Okeechobee shall at the least, annually provide text and future
land use map updates of its Comprehensive Plan to adjacent local
governments.
Policy 1.3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to request information and
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assistance as is feasible from local governments and Okeechobee County,
including the County Comprehensive Plan and any Plan updates.
Policy 1.4: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to notify the Okeechobee County
Manager in writing of all proposed annexations. The City Administrator,
or his designee, will meet with the Okeechobee County Manager, or his
designee, to resolve any potential annexation conflicts or issues.
Policy 1.5: The City of Okeechobee shall maintain a database of interlocal agreements
which provides a listing of active formal agreements. This data/ database
shall be updated at least every five years for the evaluation and appraisal
.. report on the Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 1.6: The City of Okeechobee shall where practical, formalize all
— intergovernmental agreements within one year of the adoption of these
amendments, or by 2001.
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Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall maintain mechanisms to address
development issues proposed in its Comprehensive Plan, affecting
unincorporated Okeechobee County and other governmental jurisdictions.
Policy 2.1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to utilize the informal mediation
process established by the Central Florida Regional Planning Council
(CFRPC) to attempt to resolve land use conflicts with adjacent local
governments.
,., Policy 2.2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to request that each of the entities
analyzed in this element designate a representative to act as liaison to the
City for the purpose of providing relevant information to be used in the
•• planning and development review process.
Policy 2.3: On request, the City Administrator and Planning Director, as liaisons, shall
continue to provide and exchange information pertaining to significant
proposed development among the appropriate local and regional agencies.
Policy 2.4: For proposed development in the City which may have extra jurisdictional
impacts due to its size, character or location, the City shall establish
procedures for the review of comprehensive plans and comprehensive plan
amendments which shall include:
1. Identifying intergovernmental issues and conflicts;
2. Identifying the impacts of capital projects listed in the
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3. Determining the relationship of development proposed
within the City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan to the
development proposed in the Comprehensive Plan or
Comprehensive Plan Amendments of Okeechobee County
and/or adjacent municipalities. This shall include
distributing a copy of relevant proposed plan amendments
to adjacent local governments.
Policy 2.5: The City of Okeechobee shall, at least annually, implement the procedures
established in Policy 2.4. If any issues or negative impacts are identified,
the City shall implement Policy 2.1.
Policy 2.6: The City shall periodically review applications to Okeechobee County for
zoning changes, major development orders, or proposed County Future
Land Use Map Amendments falling within the City of Okeechobee
Planning Area, to ensure consistency with the City of Okeechobee's
Comprehensive Plan.
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Objective 3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate with FDOT and the
Okeechobee Utility Authority, where appropriate, any change in
established level of service standards for public facilities including, at a
minimum, all 10-year updates of the Okeechobee County Comprehensive
Plan, and 5-year updates to the Okeechobee County Long-Range
Transportation Plan.
Policy 3.1: The City of Okeechobee shall coordinate establishing and changing
roadway level of service standards with FDOT and shall inform
Okeechobee County and any other appropriate governmental entities
within the Okeechobee Planning Area of proposed changes in any level of
service standards.
Policy 3.2: The City of Okeechobee shall, when notified by other governmental
�„ entities of changes in their level of service standards, review and comment
on these changes.
.. Objective 4: The City shall continue to coordinate its Comprehensive Plan with the
Resource Management Plan for the Lower Kissimmee River and Taylor
Creek Drainage Basins. Coordination shall take place annually and as new
M. development is proposed in areas where the two Plans overlap.
Policy 4.1: Comprehensive Plans and Resource Management Plan coordination shall
take place to the extent that coordination is consistent with the principle
that local governments and landowners alone should not be forced to bear
public burdens which, in all fairness and justice, should be borne by the
public as a whole, and would not result in inverse condemnation.
Policy 4.2: The City shall continue to coordinate with the Resource Management Plan
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through the adoption of other objectives and policies contained in this
element and the mutual exchange of information pertaining to
development review so that the City may ensure that direct and irreversible
impacts on environmental sensitive areas are minimized.
Policy 4.3: By 2002, the City shall coordinate its Comprehensive Plan with the
Resource Management Plan to address drainage problems in the Lower
�,. Kissimmee River and Taylor Creek Drainage Basin regions.
Objective 5: The City of Okeechobee shall cooperate in an effort with the School Board
•• to ensure that the planning activities, services and facilities of the School
Board are consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 5.1: The City of Okeechobee shall exchange data with the School Board
regarding population projections and the School Board (5-year) facility
plans as such data or plans are updated.
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Policy 5.2: The City of Okeechobee shall coordinate major residential project reviews
(pursuant to Chapters 163 and 235, Florida Statutes) to consider joint
park/schools dedications to meet future demands.
Policy 5.3: The City of Okeechobee and the School Board shall coordinate in their
joint efforts to study and implement innovative methods, including
park/school site dedications and contributions, as a means to address
infrastructure needs associated with the City's growth.
Policy 5.4: The City of Okeechobee shall provide input for the School Board in
development projects potentially affecting the potential locations of new
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Policy 5.5: The City of Okeechobee shall actively work toward developing and
IND implementing a(n) interlocal agreement(s) with the School Board for the
coordination of locating new schools and expanding or redeveloping
existing school facilities. The School Board shall be encouraged to locate
new educational facilities near urban residential areas where public
infrastructure and services exist to support the new facilities.
Policy 5.6: The City of Okeechobee shall advise and meet with the School Board as
necessary, regarding all Plan amendments and proposed annexations that
may affect school sites.
Policy 5.7: The City of Okeechobee shall coordinate with the School Board regarding
shared use of recreational facilities owned by either entity. In addition, the
City shall consider all reasonable opportunities to collocate new parks,
libraries, and other facilities with public schools.
Policy 5.8: The City of Okeechobee, although not currently impacted, shall enter into
any appropriate agreement with the State of Florida University System or
d,, the School Board implementing the requirements of Section 240.155 (11-
15), F.S., regarding campus master plans. A consistency review of the
campus master plans for non-state post-secondary institutions shall also be
considered where a "campus" exists or is planned.
Objective 6: The City of Okeechobee shall establish, maintain, and improve
intergovernmental coordination for collaborative planning efforts
including joint or extra-territorial services, changes to service or corporate
limits, any joint committees for review of locally unwanted land uses, and
regulatory concerns to ensure consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 6.1: The City shall encourage annexation of land where service delivery
systems are available, where the formation of enclaves may be prevented,
and where the land is adjacent to and consistent with the incorporated
land's Comprehensive Plan.
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"" Policy 6.2: The City shall require infrastructure services to be available to proposed
annexation areas at the adopted level of service consistent with the City's
Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 6.3: The City of Okeechobee shall coordinate with other jurisdictions, as
appropriate, to establish a joint planning process and delineate the
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direction and extent of annexation for the planning period.
Policy 6.4: The City of Okeechobee shall notify the appropriate enforcement agencies
of any regulatory violations of which it becomes aware, and shall
cooperate with those agencies in enforcing regulations.
Policy 6.5: The City shall inform the County in a timely manner of proposed
annexations. The City shall notify jurisdictions other than the County of
proposed annexations when the affected area is within approximately one
mile of the other jurisdictions' limits.
Policy 6.6: The City shall draft a map of potential annexation areas, showing those
areas first being considered for annexation, and the land uses envisioned to
be assigned to these areas. The City shall distribute this map to the School
Board, the County, and any other governmental entities to be impacted by
these annexations.
Policy 6.7: By 2002, the City shall review interlocal agreements with the Okeechobee
Utility Authority (OUA) for central potable water and sanitary sewer
facilities and services in terms of extending that agreement for another 10-
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.. Policy 6.8: The City shall coordinate with neighboring municipalities, if applicable, to
ensure that each one has a copy of a map delineating the utility service
planning area for their community for the planning period. Each
4/11P municipality shall, annually thereafter, discuss the potential need for
reassessing utility service area lines, if relevant, and share any official
service area map updates. Each municipality shall also provide any official
.. utility service planning area map updates to the County in order to ensure
coordination for County utility and land planning.
Policy 6.9: The City shall coordinate with the County regarding the use of the
Okeechobee County Landfill relative to recycling and reduction of total
wastes by weight.
Objective 7: The City shall, upon adoption of this objective, coordinate the
Comprehensive Plan with the School Board Five-Year Facilities Plan.
Policy 7.1: Until such time as interlocal agreement is adopted by the City and the
School Board, in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 163, Part II
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and Chapter 235, Florida Statutes, the following procedure shall be used to
ensure intergovernmental coordination with the School Board for the
location of educational facilities within the City:
(a) Upon receipt of a written notice from the School Board
informing the City of the acquisition or leasing of property
to be used for new public educational facilities, the City
shall notify the School Board within sixty (60) days as to
the consistency of the site with the Comprehensive Plan;
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(b) Subsequent to a request by the School Board for a
•• Comprehensive Plan determination, the City shall
determine the consistency with the Comprehensive Plan of
any proposed educational capital improvement projects.
Policy 7.2: Until such time as an interlocal agreement is adopted by the City and the
School Board in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 163, Part II
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the collaborative planning program and decision making concerning
population projections and public school siting between the City and the
School Board:
(a) Upon receipt of the annual report specified in Chapter 235,
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City of any additions to the School Board's Five-Year School
Facilities Plan, the City shall respond to the receipt of said plan
in accordance with Policy 7.1 of the Comprehensive Plan; and
(b) The City shall coordinate population estimates and projections
with the School Board as part of the review of the Five-Year
School Facilities Plan.
Policy 7.3: In order to address the extension of public facilities to existing or new
schools, subject to concurrency, all expansions or new construction of
public, charter and private schools shall be subject to site and development
plan review and approval.
Policy 7.4: In order to coordinate the effective provision and siting of educational
facilities with associated infrastructure and services within the City,
representatives of the City and the School Board shall meet by the end of
"N the year 2000 to develop mechanisms for coordination of educational
facilities planning.
Policy 7.5: The City shall focus on the following coordinating mechanisms when
discussing the interlocal agreement, required by Chapter 163, Part II and
Chapter 235, Florida Statues, with the School Board:
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— (a) Coordinate the review of the annual update of the Capital
Improvements Element of the City and the annual
educational facilities report and Five-Year School Facilities
Plan of the School Board;
(b) Coordinate the review and assessment of the associated
costs and expenditures of siting and developing schools
with needed public infrastructure;
"' (c) Coordinate the review of land uses that increase residential
density;
.O (d) Use a unified data base, including population forecasts
(student population), land use, and facilities; and
(e) Use recreational and physical plant facilities in a manner
which fosters the coordination of use of the facilities
AIM consistent with their multi-function design.
Policy 7.6: The City of Okeechobee shall use the Central Florida Regional Planning
.• Council's dispute resolution process when necessary to mediate the
resolution of conflicts with other local governments and regional agencies.
The City may use alternative procedures whenever appropriate for the
matter of imminent dispute, including agreements authorized by Section
163.3177, F.S., or other non judicial approaches.
Policy 7.7: The City of Okeechobee shall maintain, as a particular area of attention in
its planning program, a systematic review of the aesthetics and physical
conditions between its boundary and those between unincorporated areas
and other cities in an effort to improve the appearance of these areas and
the compatibility and transition between the adjoining communities. Joint
planning area agreements will be implemented if appropriate.
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Goals, Objectives and Policies
Revenues Their Sources, Funds, and Expenditures
This section is a summary of the various revenues the City receives and any restrictions on
their usage. The City uses fund accounting and is compliance with the accepted Government
Accounting Principles to segregate revenues and expenses that are designated for a particular
purpose. A fund is a self-balancing group of accounts that includes assets, liabilities, equity,
revenues and expenses. By using fund accounting,the City can demonstrate compliance with laws
and regulations that control the use of particular revenue sources. The following is a description of
the various funds of the City by fund type, a description of significant revenues found in each fund
and a discussion of any restrictions on the use of these funds.
General Fund
The General Fund is the City's primary operating fund. It account for all financial resources
of the general government,except for those funds required to be accounted for in another fund. The
following are the primary revenues of the general fund:
• Ad Valorem Taxes: these are taxes levied on the assessed value(net of exemptions)
of real and personal property at a mileage rate set by the City of Okeechobee. The
amount of taxes to be collected is determined by multiplying the mileage rate times
the assessed value of property within the City. The mileage rate for fiscal year 2006
is set at 7.1899 mills for the general fund. The assessed value of real and personal
property as of the latest valuation date(January 17,2006)was$293,842,487.00,with
an estimated revenue for 2006 at$2,112,697.00,and is the largest revenue source for
•• the City of Okeechobee. These revenues may be used for any public purpose
including repayment of debt ($1,991,978.00).
• Local Government Half-cent Sales Tax: This is a distribution of net sales taxes to
eligible cities and counties and represents the largest source of state shared revenues.
Its primary purpose is to provide relief from ad valorem taxes and utility taxes in
addition to providing funds for local programs. ($393,074.00)
• One Cent Sales Surtax(Small county Surtax):These revenues are derived from a
discretionary One cent sales tax based on the first$5000 of any single taxable item
which is subject to the state tax imposed on sales, use, services, rental, and
admissions. ($675,000.00)
• State Revenue Sharing(Municipal Revenue Sharing program): These revenues
are distributed by the state from net cigarette taxes and certain sales taxes. There are
no restrictions on these revenues except for some statutory limits on the amount that
can be pledged to debt. ($156,013.00)
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• Communications Services Tax: This tax is a simplification of the taxes that were
charged on telecommunications,cable,and related services prior to October 1,2001.
The City of Okeechobee chose not to levy permit fees and based on Section
202.19(1) Florida Statue,the Local Communication Tax may be levied and is levied
at a rate of 5.1 percent. These funds may be used for any public purpose including
repayment of debt. ($347,7428.00)
• Building Permit Fees: These revenues are regulatory fees imposed by the City of
Okeechobee. The fees are imposed by City Ordinance Chapter 70,Article I - III. A
Fee Schedule for permitting, inspections. Plan and site reviews were adopted by the
City Council. Revenues collected are to be used for cost of applications or petitions
made,which include clerical,postage,legal advertising,professional consultants,and
other administration cost. ($180,000.00)
• Occupational Licensing Fees: These revenues are regulatory fees imposed by the
City of Okeechobee. The fees are imposed by the City of Okeechobee under
Ordinance, Chapter 14 enacted based on Sections 166.221 Florida Statute.
Application, Inspection and Licensing fees are based on class of business and
occupancy. Revenues collected are to be used for regulating and inspecting
businesses for compliance with the requirements of the City's ordinances.
($52,510.00)
• Interest Income: Pooled cash accounts are maintained for each fund. Excess
operating funds are placed in the State Board Accounts. Each fund is then credited
'"' with interest earnings based on its month end balance. Interest earnings can be used
for any public purpose. ($60,000.00)
'o` Special Revenue Funds
Special revenue funds are used to account for the proceeds of specific revenue sources that
are legally restricted to expenditures for specified purposes (other than for major capital projects).
The City maintains a number of special revenue funds. A discussion of the more significant funds
follows:
Public Facilities Improvement Fund: This fund is used to account for revenues and
�., expenditures incurred to carry on all work on roads and bridges in the City in accordance
with Section 336.022, Florida Statues. Some of the major sources of revenue include:
�..
• Local Option Gas Tax: A city may levy between one to six cents per gallon
on motor fuel. The City of Okeechobee has imposed 6 cents per gallon.
These proceeds may be used to fund transportation expenses including
roadway and right of way operations, maintenance and drainage; street
lighting; support services and facilities such as traffic signs, engineering,
signalization and pavement markings,bridge maintenance and operation;and
debt service.($351,652.00)
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• SRS Eight Cent Motor Fuel Tax: (Municipal Revenue Sharing Program)
the City of Okeechobee is a recipient of funds based on the minimum
entitlements in each fiscal year. The Revenue Sharing Trust Fund for
Municipalities receives 1.3409 percent of sales and use tax collections, 12.5
percent of the state alternative fuel user decal fees and the net collections
from the one-cent municipal fuel tax.The City receives its portion of the tax
based on pre-described formulas. These funds received from the one-cent
municipal fuel tax for transportation-must be used for transportation-related
expenditures. ($75,272.00)
Community Development Block Grant Fund:This fund is to account for the revenues and
expenditures in accordance with the Community Development Block Grant for the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development, under Title I of the Housing and
Community Development Act.
Capital Projects-Vehicles Fund: This fund is to account for the expenditure of revenues for
vehicles purchased and sold within the fiscal year.
■• Industrial Development Fund: To account for the revenues and expenditures during the
development of city-owned property, the City of Okeechobee Commerce Park. The most
significant revenue will be obtained from grants for the purpose of developing the Commerce
Park, and/or creating a positive economic impact for the City of Okeechobee.
Law Enforcement Special fund: To account for the proceeds from the sale of confiscated
property in accordance with Section 932.7055, Florida Statues.
Debt Service Fund: Debt Service funds are used to accumulate funds to pay principal
and interest on the City's outstanding bonds. The City has no outstanding bonds issued.
Goal: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure that public facilities and
services are provided, on a fair-share costs basis, in a manner which
maximizes the use of existing facilities and promotes orderly growth.
Objective 1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to use the Capital Improvements
Element to schedule construction and identify funding sources for the City's
capital facility needs in order to accommodate existing and future
development, and to replace obsolete or worn-out facilities.
Policy 1.1: Proposed capital improvements projects shall continue to be ranked and
evaluated according to appropriate policies adopted in other elements of the
Comprehensive Plan. The following criteria will also be considered:
(1) whether the proposed project will eliminate a public hazard;
(2) whether the proposed project will eliminate capacity deficits;
(3) local budget impacts;
(4) locational needs based on projected growth patterns;
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(5) accommodation of new development or redevelopment;
(6) financial feasibility; and
(7) plans of state agencies or water management districts that provide
facilities in Okeechobee.
Policy 1.2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to integrate its planning and
budgeting processes such that expenditures which are budgeted for capital
improvements recognize policies related to public facilities and services set
forth in the Comprehensive Plan.
Policy 1.3: In accordance with Policy 7.1 of the Sanitary Sewer...Element,the City shall
complete a stormwater management study to identify drainage deficiencies,
•,,,, and allocate any available funds for that purpose in its Administrative
Operating Budget for fiscal year 2000-2001.The 5-Year Schedule of Capital
Improvements will be amended as soon as possible to include the study, its
.,, projected cost, and the identified revenue source(s).
Policy 1.4: The City of Okeechobee shall identify its needs for public facility
improvements, the revenues required for project funding, and shall itemize
the costs for such projects in its 5-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.
Objective 2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to coordinate land use decisions with
the schedule of capital improvements in a manner that maintains the adopted
level of service standards and meets existing and future needs.
Policy 2.1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to use the following level of service
standards in reviewing the impacts of new development and redevelopment:
Facility Level of Service
•r Sanitary Sewer 130 gallons/capita/day(see Policy 1.6
of Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste,
Drainage, Potable Water, and Natural
'• Groundwater Aquifer Recharge
Element)
Y• Potable Water 114 gallons/capita/day(see Policy 1.6
of Sanitary Sewer, Solid Waste,
Drainage, Potable Water, and Natural
Groundwater Aquifer Recharge
Element)
Solid Waste Average Solid Waste Generation
• 13 lbs./person/day
• at least 13 years available
capacity in Okeechobee
County landfill (see Policy 1.4
of Sanitary Sewer...Element)
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Principal Arterials C
Minor Arterials & All Others D
Recreation and Open Space 3 acres/1,000 persons
Drainage Interim Standard(see Policy 1.5 of
Sanitary Sewer... Element)
Design Storm
• 25-year storm
• 24-hour duration
Facility Design Standards
• as required by Florida
Administrative Code (see
�.. Policy 1.5 of Sanitary Sewer...
Element)
Policy 2.2: Development orders and permits shall be granted only when required public
facilities and services are operating at the established levels of service, or
shall be available concurrent with the impacts of the development. Such
facilities and services may be provided in phases if development
correspondingly occurs in phases; however, required service levels must be
maintained at all times during the development process.
•. Objective 3: In order to maintain adopted level of service standards, future development
shall bear a proportionate cost of necessary public facility improvements
equivalent to the benefits it receives from the improvements.
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Policy 3.1: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to evaluate potential revenue
available for public facility expenditures through alternative sources such as
user fees, special benefit units, or special assessments.
Policy 3.2: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to maintain adopted levels of service
by using revenue sources considered under Policy 3.1 to ensure that new
development pays a pro rata share of the costs of public facility needs which
it generates.
Policy 3.3: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to continue to apply for and secure
grants or private funds when available to finance the provision of capital
improvements.
Objective 4: The City of Okeechobee shall continue to ensure the provision of needed
public facilities within the City limits,based on adopted levels of service as
set forth in the Comprehensive Plan. Public facilities needs shall be
,., determined on the basis of previously issued development orders as well as
the City's budgeting process and its joint activities with Okeechobee County
for planning, zoning, and concurrency management.
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Policy 4.1: Existing and future public facilities shall operate at the levels of service
established in this plan.
Policy 4.2: Debt service shall not exceed 20% of annually budgeted revenues.
Policy 4.3: A five-year capital improvements program and annual capital budget shall be
adopted as part of the City of Okeechobee's annual budgeting process. This
program shall include the annual review,and revision as needed,of the Five-
Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.
Objective 5: The City of Okeechobee shall furnish meaningful opportunities for the
School Board to have input and coordination in the City's development
review process in order to assist the School Board in their provision of
adequate and efficient schools.
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Policy 5.1: The City of Okeechobee and the School Board shall coordinate to ensure that
schools are adequately and efficiently provided commensurate with growth.
Key coordinating mechanisms shall include:
(a) promotion of joint infrastructure park/school facilities when feasible;
(b) consideration of the adequacy and availability of educational
infrastructure during appropriate review of development order
applications;
(c) ensuring the provision of adequate infrastructure, on and off site,
w"' normally associated with new or expanded schools where consistent
with state law restrictions on expenditures by the School Board;
(d) consideration of future inclusion of the School Board's Educational
Plant Survey and Capital Improvement Program in the
Comprehensive Plan Technical Support Documents (Data and
sNO
Analysis) to provide the public with accessible information and
effective coordination regarding educational infrastructure;
(e) seeking that any new major residential development or redevelopment
applicant submit information regarding projected school enrollments
from the project; and
(f) request that the School Board submit site plan information for all
,.. timely new schools.
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Capital improvement needs identified in the Comprehensive Plan will be met through
- implementation of a 5-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements.This schedule is adopted by the City
Council along with Goals, Objectives and Policies, and must be consistent with the Capital
Improvements Element. The purpose of the Schedule is to ensure that the City has adequate revenues
to implement the Comprehensive Plan.
The 5-Year Schedule of Capital Improvements focuses on the capital outlay required to
meet existing deficiencies and to maintain adopted level of service standards planned for public
facilities in the Plan. The City shall advise the OUA on these standards.
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Capital Outlay Summary-All Departments
FIVE YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
Current Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Planned Planned
Budget Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue
Improvements FY05/06 Source FY06/07 Source FY07/08 Source FY08/09 Source FY09/I0 Source FY10/II Source
City Hall
3 Imaging plans-Need more detail $2,000 A $2,000 A $2,000 A $2,000 A $2,000
4 Map cabinet $2,000 A
5 Furniture-Desk,chairs $1,100 A $800 A .
Laser Fiche-change from stand alone system
to networking system for City Hall,Police and
6 Fire $15,790 A,F .
Subtotal � $1,100 $4,000 $17,790 $2,800 $2,000 $2,000
Fire
1 , Ladder Truck - $800,000 D,F ,
2 Fire truck/Pumper $225,000 D,F,A
3 Brush truck $75,000 D,F
Subtotal t $S00,000 $75,000 $225,000
Police
Computer System-
1 Police/Dispatch/Evidence/Property $100,000 D,F,A
3 Squad Car Equipment $40,000 $40,000 A $40,000 A $40,000 A $40,000 A $40,000 A
4 Handheld radios(new) $25,000 E,A
Subtotal `$40,000 y $140,000 , $63,000 $40,000 $40,000 $40,000
Public Works
City barn#1 garage doors _
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CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Capital Outlay Summary-All Departments
FIVE YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
Current Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Planned Planned
Budget Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue
Im irovements FY05/06 Source FY06/07 Source FY07/08 Source FY08/09 Source FY09/I0 Source FYI 0/II Source
Truck(301) $50,000 A $50,000 A
Tractor(301?) $80,000 A
Backhoe to replace 15yroldJCB
Bucket truck
Air compressor
Gas/Diesel pumps
Walkie-talkie/Nextels
Subtotal $130, $50 000
Legend for Revenue Sources
A=General Fund Revenues
B=Constitutional Fuel Tax;Local Option Gas Tax;SRS Eight Cent Fuel Tax
C=Community Development Block Grant(Anticipated)
D=Possible Homeland Security Grant
E=Public Safety Grant(to be applied for)
F=Other Grants to be applied for
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Summary-All
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Departments
FIVE YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
Current Proposed Proposed Proposed Planned Planned
Budget Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue
Improvements FY05/06 Source FY06107 Source FY07108 Source FY08109 Source FY09110 Source FYI,IO/1 I Source
City Hall
1 City Hall handicapped accessability
Record Storage facility(pkg lot shed $30,000
2 improvements) _
Subtotal "$3, �.-
Fire
4 Training tower $100,000 D i
Subtotal MO 000
Public Works
1 Street overlay project(301)1 $450,000 B $350,000 B $350,000 B $350,000 B $350,000 B $350,000 B
2 Storm Sewer installationireplacement2 $50,000 A $50,000 A $50,000 A $50,000 A $50,000 A
3 Ditch grading/culverts
Commerce Park
SE Cal-de-sac/Lakes $700,000 C
Lighting
1 This project will be completed pursuant to LOS standards set forth Roads and Traffic Circulation located in the Comprehensive Plan,specifically Policy 2.1 of the Capital Improvements Element(page 2).
2 This project will be completed pursuant to LOS standards set forth Drainage located in the Comprehensive Plan,specifically Policy 2.1 of the Capital Improvements Element(page 2).
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Summary-All
CITY OF OKEECHOBEE Departments
FIVE YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
Current Proposed Proposed Proposed Planned Planned
Budget Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue
Improvements FY05106 Source FY06107 Source FY07/08 Source FY08/09 Source FY09/10 Source FY10/11 Source
Sidewalk repair/replacement/new
Sign replacements
Canal cleanup-w/Air boat-is the airboat
_ part of the request
Canal cleanup-removal of debris,trees etc
Storage Bldg at SW 23rd St
Subtotal : $450,0I $1,100,000 7*-`, $400,000 $400,000 T 5400,000 $400,000
Total Budget $593,100 $2,247,000 $613,790 $690,800 $529,000 $739,000
Legend for Revenue Sources
A=General Fund Revenues
B=Constitutional Fuel Tax;Local Option Gas Tax;SRS Eight Cent Fuel Tax
C=Community Development Block Grant(Anticipated)
D=Possible Homeland Security Grant
E=Public Safety Grant(to be applied for)
F=Other Grants to be applied for
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Okeechobee Minty A•thedly
Flnnnelel Lvnhn$I,a
$11-VeerEstimeted Cavils)Imnmvsme•t PrOmEIE
Water Wes1ewa4r P '-red Pistol Yew Emit 5 tcmnr,30,
lire Allocation Allocation Fuodihp 0ud(shd Adjusted
No. Description % 56 Smoot 2006 Adivanents 2006 2007 2090 2009 2010 201l Told
TOTAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
1 Surface WeerTieelmem Plan•ntprovomams(Project) 100.0% 0,0% 51.107,050 SO 51,167,550 50 5 50 50 Sn 51,1107,050
2 244 Wald Lire-Highway 76 to NW Zvi Street 100.5% 0,0% 1,499,631 0 1,499,631 0 0 0 0 1,499,631
3 Replace Filler at Wastewater Ttrasner Pem 0.07. 100.0% 200,000 0 200,000 0 0 0 0 200,000
4 SR 70 Weal Utility Refoations 100,05E 0.0% 600.000 0 660.0110 0 0 6 n 600,000
5 PER Noll/ergo Services Wastewater Treatment MM 0.ov. 100.9% 300,0n0 0 100,000 307.670 0 0 O 602,630
6 NW 34th Sneer Water Mein IWO% 0,0% 0 0 0 120.000 0 0 0 120,660
7 NW 20th Sweet Wins Mein 1011.0% 0.0% 0 0 9 100,000 0 0 0 191,0011
0 North 441 Nonh Of High School I91.n% 6.0% 170,000 n 170,000 0 0 II 0 170,000
9 Wastewater Trentmeal P14151 lmprovcrnem. O.0% 100.0% 7,443557 0 2,443,557 10,996,006 10,996,00 0 0 D 24,435,570
10 SCAOA System For Platy and Lill Station. 0.0% 100.054 100,000 0 100,00D 100000 50,00 505000 0 0 300,000
I I Wastewater Effluent Disposal System 0.0% 100.0% 0 0 D 0 0 0 D 0
17 Rrnld nla Monsgarrem System 0.0% I00.n% 0 0 D 0 0 0 0 0
13 Ras0 Main For Fort Side 0.07. 100.31% 0 0 0 3.61(0. 11 0 0 0 3,005,01151
14 Air Vac System for tom Side 055% 100.0% 0 0 0 1,90,050 6,000,000 0 0 0 7,500,000
15 Lill SWIiom-Relish 0.055 100.0% 50,000 0 50000 50,000 50.000 50.000 50,000 50,000 300,00n
16 Water Di1Wbwinn System Improvements (00.0% 0.0% (00.005 0 150,11110 150,0(05 150,050 150,000 150,001 150,100 9503151
(7 US 441 North Utility Relocation 40.0% 60.0% 0 0 D 0 0 0 0 0 0
II Rank Filtration For SWTP 100.07. 0.0% 110,000 0 100,000 0 0 500000 6 0 6110,055
19 Ongoing CP Projects(Personnel Costs-Can auction Crow) 75.0% 25.0% 373,100 0 275,000 232,756 250,000 266,500 267,006 307,000 1,619,750
20 Wastewater Sysem Improvements(RehabiIiIation) 0.0% 100.0% 250,000 0 255,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 1500,000 ■i
21 NW4016th and OThAvraee Between NW 3601and NW 341151reet Waterl3res 100.0% 0.0% 0 0 0 0 (05.000 0 0 0 (05,000
22 Demolition Work al SWTP 100.0% 0.0% 0 0 0 150,000 150.000 0 0 0 700,005
23 New Ground Storage Tank SNIP 100.0% 0.0% 0 0 0 0 1,750,000 1.750,000 n n 7,5910(10
24 Fin Protection (0(1,(1% 0.0% 00.000 0 50,000 50,000 50,134 50,362 50.014 50,067 31/1,977
25 Icing's Bay WW Pun6.Shion 0.0% 100.5% 0 0 0 (06,070 (00.5110 n 6 1) 200,000
26 Admit Building Evolaarian 50R% 50.0% 0 0 0 0 125,000 0 0 0 125,000
27 U.S.441 S.E.Water Mein 100.0% 0,0% 0 0 0 0 2,500,90 D 0 0 2,560,000
26 Elevated Willer Tank 100.0% 0.0% 0 0 0 0 0 135005 0 0 150,000
29 T0101 Capini Improvement Mae Projects 56.056036 511 56,056,0311 316,601,394 522,526,141 5321/362 ' 5707,614 0907,167 551997.416
TOTAL DEPARTMENTAL CAPITAL
30 Depornremol Capital 75.0% 25.0% 0631000 SO 5632,000 5505000 5590,097 5590,000 5500,010 5500,000 53.132,900
31 Ad,1(Oomt lino 50.0% 50.05. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
37 A4iliilo al hem 50.0% 50.0% 0 0 . 0 0 0 9 D 0 0
31 Tote,Depnnawnral Capitol Prajeess 5632,000 SO 5632,000 5500,003 0500.000 5500,000 5500,000 5500,009 03,132,910
34 TOTAL.CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND DEPARTAIPNTAI.CAPITAL.PROJECTS 00.610.031 SO 00.666,0311 S17,101.394 523026,141 53.71636: 01.2/7.614 S1307,167 555,129.417
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Oke.Lobs.Uglily Authority
Pinnacle!Eealenden
$11-Ynr Estimated Cun3l Imlroram1e51 Powell
Weer Weslander Projected Fiscal Yar Ending September 30.
Line Alon6on Allocation Funding OudeFted Adjusted
Nn. Deeerkion Y. .. Soiree 2006 Adhnlmeds 2006 2007 2005 2(519 2010 2011 Total
WATER SYSTEMCAPITAI,161PROVEMBNT PLAN
Wider Projects
35 SMaa Wear Tmme,n Plom Inoroociknin10.1.0 run 1.3307.01 1,567,050 a n n I,1;07.050
36 24.Water Line-I11LInsay 75 NNW god Sheol 111 1,499,63 1,499,631 0 0 0 1.409.671
37 Repine Pillar at Wirinewter Timmons,kW N/A 0 0 0 0 n
39 5R 70 Weal Utility Rebeotiden MC 600,000 600,000 (1 n n 600000
39 PER and Design Service.Weeentier T,enlem Plot NIA 0 0 0 0 0
40 NW 3441 Sheet Weer 141.61 WCAP 0 120,000 0 0 120)300
41 NW 20th Street Water Man WCAP 0 100,000 n 0 100,000
42 North 441 NnOh of Hirit School WCAP 170,000 170,031 0 0 170,050
43 Wm4troterTtee0et6Plnet►Igmvemmr0 NIA 11 0 0 n
44 SCADA System For Plats and Lill Stations N/A 0 0 0 0
43 Wacteroter Efflu t Di prod System NIA 0 0 0 0
46 Resblonl.61a weenier.System N/A 0 0 0 n
47 Force Mein For East Side N/A 0 0 n 0
45 Ai Vac Spleen For Easl Side N/A 0 0 0 0
49 LN Madam-Reknit NIA 0 0 0 n
50 Water Dial boon System hnpmvot,enta 9101 150,000 150,051 150,000 150,00 15000 150.000 150,000 900,000
51 Wager D&h7.mon Symons Soproeermts lt)U II 0 0 0
52 US 441 North UDey Relocation N/A 0 0 0 0
53 Rank Filtration ForSWTP WCAP 100000 100,01, 500.00 0 0 000,015
54 Ongoing CEP Projects(Pereo.nel Costs-Construction Coss) RN 206,75 206.250 174,56 197.50 211100 215.250 230350 1214,016
55 Wmteenter System Improvements(Rdn.bilita4ne) NIA 0 0 0 n
56 NW 41h 616 and lith Avenue Demeen NW 364l and NW 3416 Soup Walla-Lives NU 0 103.00 0 0 105,000
57 Demolition Work atSW7P ow 0 150.0(51 150.00 0 0 300.0110
55 Nov Ground Stooge Tank SWTP WCAP 0 1.750,000 1.610.000 0 0 3.1(41,000
59 Nov Ground Stomps Tank SWTP WCAP 0 0 140.000 0 0 140,000
60 Fire Pro9e.Iiuo FP 50,15111 500151 50191, 50134 50362 51.614 30167 3111,977
61 King,'.Dry WW P.mp$roomy NIA 0 6 a 0 0 1f
62 Admit,Building E3.lation WCAP 0 62.500 0 0 0 62,500
63 U.S.441 S.9.Woler Moin WCAP 0 2300,000 0 0 0 331/0000
64 Eis'red Winer Tark 9141 0 0 1500100 n 0 150,000
Departmental Capital Projects-Wrier
65 0e33.0607,00!Capital REV 474,000 0 474,000 375,000 375,000 375000 375.000 575,000 2349,006
66 Addition.'km NIA 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
67 Additional km N/A 0 0 0 0 0 0 n 0 0
65 TOTAL WATER SYSTEM CAPITAL EXPENSES 35,117,731 50 55.117,731 $1,119,569 33330,134 53,176,362 3790964 3906,117 016740,777
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Okeechobee Ut011y Aulhelly
0)0.nelal Eral0 11.5
SIR•Year EsOmated C.WI41I/M eetneo1 P015111
Wslar Waskwakr Projected FLsaat Year Ending September 30
Line Allocation Allocation Footling Budgeted Adjwkd
N. t3emiplian V. .• Source 2006 Adiosment 7006 2007 2006 2009 3010 2011 Total
WASTEWATER SYSTEM CAPITAI.IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Wmlewater Projects
69 Serfea W.ImT,o.tnem Mato M. Improvements(PrMeel) N/A 0 0 0 0 0
•70 z4e Wear Lire-I I(Limay 7R al NW 2td Starers NIA 0 0 O 0 (1
71 Rephoe Mot to WastewterTrak ant Plant 811/ 119,000 119,0110 0 0 1 11,000
75 Repine Filter m W..kutterTeatnel Plant R1/ 11,000 01,0101 n 0 01000
73 SR 70 West Utility Rcloatiars N/A 0 0 0 0 0
74 PER.d Desiryl SmicacW.stewute.T}eolmenl Mal OR 300.000 300,000 302.63 0 0 102,630
75 PER sd Design Straka Woreoul ITrt em Platt SCAP 0 0 0 11
76 NW 34th Street Water Main 14/A 0 0 0 0
77 NW 2001 Street We Mini N/A n 0 n n
70 Minh 441 NnnhofMy/t School NIA 0 n n 0
79 0th,, tar Treatment Mont 6ryaavemenls 100 0 0 0 0
80 Wakwalur Trvwwn Mont lnpovem0MS Cl' 2,443.557 10,996,076 10,996,011 0 0 24,435370
Al Wastewater Toralme t Mont Improvements 0 0 0 n n
12 SC.1OA Syslem For 65,0s nod Lin Sloliom SOAP 100,000 100000 100,000 50,000 50,011 0 0 30(13611)
03 Woskwnter EINrtI Disposal System 131 n 0 (1
14 Residak Mo1Oenem System BI 0 0 0
15 Forte khan For East Side G 3,000,000 0 0 3700.000
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e6 A4 Vac Spawn,Far Foot Side O 1,000,0161 0,000,000 0 0 7000,000
17 110 Stations-Rehab RRI 50,00 50,110 50110 55000 50.00 50.00 50.000 300,000
13 WmerDisvbotMnSyskmbgs0vrneok N/A 0 0 0 0 0
19 1/S 441 North 1R7ily Relocation N/A 0 0 0 7 0
00 Bak Fihnl'o.For S9•71` NIA 0 0 0 0 0
91 Ongoing ClP Projects(Perso el Costs•Cognation Crew) RRI 60,75 611,75 58,190 62.509 67,00 71,750 76,750 404,940
92 Weskwvo System Onpmvotels Blchabil1bt1m) MU 250,00 250,00 230,0110 250,000 210,00 250,000 230007 1,300,00D
93 NW 41h,665 and Nth AvavcBeh seen NW 36$,nod NW 14th51rte1%tor Ow N/A 0 0 0 0 0
94 DemolINan Work nI SWFP N/A 0 0 0 D 0
95 New Ground Shona Slna Took SKIP N/A 0 0 0 0 0
96 Fin Protection
N/A 0 0 0 0 0
97 Kinb+•B W ay W fiery,Sara ion SCAP (003610 100,000 0 0 200,000
911 Armin Building Evaluation OAP 0 63.377 0 0 62,300
99 U.S.441 S IL W.kr Mrin N/A 0 0 0 0 0
loll Ekosted Water Twit NIA 0 0 0 0 0
0,0.400.0101 Copilot Ptwkms-Wmkwmer
101 DepmmloN.ICAoOa) 0)/V 150,960 0 131.000 125,000 125300 125.000 125000 125.000 700110
102 Addilk,.,l nem N/A 0 0 0 0. 0 0 0 0 0
107 Addido0ol hem NIA 0 0 0 0 0 0 n 0 n
104 TOTAL WASTEWATER SYSTEM CAPITA/.EXPENSES 51326.750 SO 53,570307 015,911126 017,696,007 5542,000 5496,750 5501,750 511363640
105 TOTAL WATER AND WASTEWATER CAPITAL EXPENSES 5624 411 511 50.60,010 231161394 523.026,141 5331/1362 SI.2R7.614 $1,307.067 555,1_9,417
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. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
MONITORING
Comprehensive Plan Monitoring
City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
The City of Okeechobee will monitor and evaluate its Comprehensive Plan through an
Evaluation and Appraisal Report. The preparation of the report shall be consistent with the
procedures outlined in Rule 9J-5.005(7), Florida Administrative Code, and Chapter 163.3191,
Florida Statutes.
Once the Comprehensive Plan is adopted, the Evaluation and Appraisal Report shall be
prepared every five years. The City Council as the designated Local Planning Agency shall
orchestrate Comprehensive Plan monitoring. The first report shall be completed in 2005, and
shall achieve the following functions:
A. Citizen Participation
Before the Evaluation and Appraisal Report is submitted to the Department of
Community Affairs, a public hearing shall be held to present the document to the citizens
of the City of Okeechobee. The public hearing shall be held by the designated or
contracted Planning Agency and the City Council. The public hearing shall be advertised
and copies of the report shall be on display at City Hall at least one week prior to the
public hearing.
B. Updating Data and Analysis and Measurable Objectives
Appropriate baseline data, such as the decennial United States Census, shall be updated in
the Evaluation and Appraisal Report. Major changes in the magnitude and distribution of
land use information shall be presented and analyzed.
C. Review of Planning Effectiveness
The Evaluation and Appraisal Report shall review the effectiveness of the
Comprehensive Plan, describing the degree to which the goals, objectives and policies
have successfully been attained. Obstacles or problems with implementation shall be
identified.
D. Identification of Future Planning Concerns
The Evaluation and Appraisal Report shall contain new or modified goals, objectives and
policies that correct deficiencies identified in the evaluation process.
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CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM
Concurrency Management System
City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
°• Overview of the Concurrency Management System
Section 9J-5.0055, F.A.C., requires local governments to prepare and adopt a
"r Concurrency Management System (CMS) as a mechanism to assist in the implementation of the
goals, objectives, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of the CMS is to ensure
that facilities and services needed to support development will be available concurrent with the
impacts of such development. Prior to the issuance of a development order and development
permits, the CMS must ensure that the adopted level of service standards required for the
following facilities will be maintained:
1. Roads
2. Potable Water
3. Sanitary Sewer
4. Solid Waste
5. Drainage
.. 6. Parks and Recreation
The CMS maintains a record of the existing levels of service and the expected impacts
•» resulting from proposed development, facility expansions, and other factors affecting the level of
service for a public facility.
Requirements for Concurrency
Upon adoption of this Comprehensive Plan, the City of Okeechobee requires that all
development meet the requirements of concurrency, except for those developments that have
been issued a development order or development permit by the City prior to this plan's adoption.
The following standards meet the requirements for concurrency, as established in Section 9J-
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5.0055(2), F.A.C.:
Minimum Requirements. The City's concurrency management system will ensure that public
facilities and services needed to support development are available concurrent with the impacts
of such development, and will address the following items:
7. For potable water, sewer, solid waste, and drainage, at a minimum, provisions in this
Comprehensive Plan ensure that he following standards will satisfy the concurrency
requirement:
1. The necessary facilities and services are in place at the time a
development permit is issued; or
2. A development permit is issued subject to the condition that the
necessary facilities and services will be in place when the impacts of the
development occur; or
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.,. 3. The necessary facilities are under construction at the time a permit is
issued; or
4. The necessary facilities and services are guaranteed in an enforceable
development agreement that includes the provisions of Section 9J-
5.0055(2)(a)1 - (2)(a)3, F.A.C. An enforceable development agreement
may include, but is not limited to, development agreements pursuant to
Section 163.3220, Florida Statutes, or an agreement or development
order issued pursuant to Chapter 380, Florida Statutes. The agreement
must guarantee that the necessary facilities and services will be in place
when the impacts of the development occur.
8. For parks and recreation, the City of Okeechobee may satisfy the concurrency
requirements by complying with the standards in Sections 9J-5.0055(2)(a)1 - (2)(a)4,
F.A.C., or by complying with comprehensive plan provisions that ensure that the
following standards will be met:
1. At the time a development permit is issued, the necessary facilities and
services are the subject of a binding executed contract which provides
for the commencement of the actual construction of the required
facilities or the provision of services within one year of the issuance of
the development permit; or
2. The necessary facilities and services are guaranteed in an enforceable
development agreement which required the commencement of the actual
construction of the facilities or the provision of services within one year
of the issuance of the applicable development permit. An enforceable
development agreement may include, but is not limited to, development
agreements pursuant to Section 163.3220, Florida Statutes, or an
agreement or development order issued pursuant to Chapter 380,
Florida Statutes.
�.. 9. For roads designated in the adopted plan, the City of Okeechobee may satisfy the
concurrency requirement by complying with the standards in Sections 9J-5.0055(2)(a)1 -
(2)(a)4 and Sections 9J-5.0055(2)(b)a and (2)(b)2, F.A.C. In addition, in areas in which
the City of Okeechobee has committed to provide the necessary public facilities and
services in accordance with its five-year schedule of capital improvements, the City may
satisfy the concurrency requirement for roads by the adoption and implementation of a
concurrency management system based upon and adequate capital improvements program
and schedule and adequate implementing regulations which, at a minimum, include the
following provisions:
1. A capital improvements element and a five-year schedule of, capital
improvements which, in addition to meeting all of the other statutory and
rule requirements, must be financially feasible. The capital improvements
element and schedule of capital improvements may recognize and include
transportation projects included in the first three years of the applicable,
.. adopted Florida Department of Transportation five-year work program.
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.,. 2. A five-year schedule of capital improvements which must include both
necessary facilities to maintain the adopted level of service standards to
serve the new development proposed to be permitted and the necessary
facilities required to eliminate those portions of existing deficiencies
which are a priority to be eliminated during the five-year period under the
local government plan's schedule of capital improvements, pursuant to
Section 9J-5.016(4)(a)1, F.A.C.
3. A realistic, financially feasible- funding system based an currently
available revenue sources which must be adequate to fund the public
facilities required to serve the development authorized by the development
order and development permit, and which public facilities are included in
the five-year schedule of capital improvements.
4. A five-year schedule of capital improvements which must include the
estimated date of commencement of actual construction and the estimated
date of project completion.
5. A five-year schedule of capital improvements which must demonstrate that
the actual construction of the road and the provision of services are
,1111 scheduled to commence in or before the third year of the five-year
schedule of capital improvements.
6. A provision that a plan amendment would be required to eliminate, defer
or delay construction of any road which is needed to maintain the adopted
level of service standard and which is listed in the five-year schedule of
improvements.
7. A requirement that, in conjunction with the Capital Improvements
Element, the city ensures that development orders and permits arc issued
in a manner that will assure that the accessory public facilities and services
will be available to accommodate the impact of that development
8. A provision that a monitoring system will be adopted which enables the
city to determine whether it is adhering to the adopted level of service
standards and its schedule of capital improvements and that the city has a
demonstrated capability of monitoring the availability of public facilities
and services.
9. A clear designation within the City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan of
those areas within which facilities and services will be provided by the city
with public funds in accordance with the five-year capital improvements
schedule.
(d) In determining the availability of public facilities or services, a developer may propose,
and the City of Okeechobee may approve, developments in stages or phases so that public
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facilities and services needed for each phase will be available in accordance with the
standards required by Sections 9J-5.0055(2)(a), (2)(b) and (2)(c), F.A.C.
(e) For the requirements of Sections 9J-5.0055(2)(a), (2)(b) and (2)(c), F.A.C., the City of
Okeechobee must develop guidelines for interpreting and applying level of service
standards to applications for development orders and permits and determining when the
test for concurrency must be met. The latest point in the application process for the
determination of concurrency is prior to the approval of an application for a development
order or permit which contains a specific plan for development, including the densities
and intensities of the development.
.. Issuance of Development Orders or Permits
The CMS will ensure that all development can meet the requirements for concurrency
r• prior to the issuance of a local development Order or Permit. All applicants for development
orders or permits will be required to provide all information deemed necessary by the city so that
the impacts of the proposed development may be assessed accurately. Once the city has
determined that a proposed development meets the requirements for concurrency, and has issued
a city development order or permit, the city will not revoke that development order or permit
because of a subsequent facility capacity deficiency unless the proposed development would
cause unhealthy or unsafe conditions, or unless the proposed development was issued a
development Order or permit under erroneous information supplied by the proposed developer,
or unless the proposed developer fails to meet the conditions of approval of the development
order or permit once construction has begun. In this latter situation, certificates of occupancy may
also be denied.
The City will establish expiration dates for development orders, development permits,
and for the reserved capacity of public facilities allocated to specific development orders or
permits as required by concurrency.
The City of Okeechobee will annually determine the available capacity for public
facilities for which the city has operational or maintenance responsibility, and for state and
federal roads. Owners or operators of public facilities not operated, maintained or owned by the
city will supply the city with available capacity information annually, or as otherwise reasonable
,., depending on development activity that requires the use of such facility.
Applicable Goal, Objective and Policy Statements Supporting Concurrency
The following are policy statements of the City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
which establish the basis for the CMS. These policies address the requirements for concurrency
and the establishment of levels of service. Other policies address mechanisms by which capital
improvements necessary to maintain concurrency may be funded.
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Future Land Use Element
.• Policy 1.1: Approval of development proposals will be conditioned on
tile availability of facilities and services necessary to serve
the proposed development and that the facilities meet
adopted level of service standards [93-5.006(3)(c)3].
Policy 1.2: The City of Okeechobee will ensure that needed public
facilities will be in place prior to or concurrent with new
development through implementation of a Concurrency
Management System [9J-5.006(3)(c)3].
Traffic Circulation Element
Policy 4.3: As part of its Concurrency Management System, the city
will notify FDOT when any proposed development would
reduce levels of service on US 441 and SR 70 below
adopted minimums (9J-5.007(3)(c)1].
,., Policy 7.1: Minimum peak hour operating levels of service for the City
of Okeechobee shall be consistent with those set forth in
the Florida Highway System Plan, Level of Service
Standards and Guidelines Manual as outlined below [9J-
5.007(3)(c)1]:
Facility Type Rural/Urban With Population
Less Than 50,000
Principal Arterials C
Minor Arterials D
All Other Roadways D
Policy 7.2: The city's Concurrency Management System will use
minimum level of service standards adopted in Policy 7.1 in assessing
whether the transportation impacts of proposed new developments are
acceptable [9J-5,007(3)(c)1].
Sanitary Sewer Solid Waste, Drainage, Potable Water and Natural Groundwater Aquifer
Recharge Element
Policy 1.1: The City of Okeechobee shall adopt the following
minimum level of service standards to be used to determine
the availability of facility capacity and the demand
generated by development (91-5.011(2)(c)2]:
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FACILITY LEVEL OF SERVICE
Sanitary Sewer Average Sewer Demand of User Population
130 gallons per capita per day
Potable Water Average Daily Water Demand
114 gallons per capita per day
Solid Waste Disposal Average Solid Waste Generation
13 lbs. per capita per day
at least 3 years' capacity available in
Okeechobee County landfill
Drainage/Stormwater Interim Standard(See Policy 1.5)
Management Design Storm
25-year frequency
24-hour duration
Facility Design Standards
as required in F.A.C.
Policy 1.2: The City of Okeechobee shall ensure that all improvements
for replacement, expansion, or increase in capacity of
facilities shall be compatible with the adopted level of
.. service standards for that facility(9J-5.011(2)(c)1].
Recreation and Open Space Element
Policy 3.1: The minimum level of service for recreational lands in the
City of Okeechobee shall be 3 acres per 1,000 residents (9J-
5.014(3)(c)4].
Intergovernmental Coordination Element
Policy 3.1: The City of Okeechobee will encourage and participate in
the development of county-wide level of service standards
with Okeechobee County and any other municipalities
which may be established within the county so as ensure
the provision of required public facilities in a uniform
manner [9J-5.015(3)(c)5].
Capital Improvements Element
Policy 2.1: The City of Okeechobee will use the following level of
service standard reviewing the impacts of new development
and redevelopment:
FACILITY LEVEL OF SERVICE
•• !Sanitary Sewer 130 gallons/capita/day I
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Potable Water 114 gallons/capita/day
Solid Waste 13 lbs./capita/day
at least 3 years' capacity available in
Okeechobee County landfill
Principal Arterials C
Minor Arterials & All Others D
Recreation and Open Space 3 acres/1,000 persons
Drainage Management Interim Standard
25-year frequency
Facility Design Standards as required in F.A.C.
[9J-5.016(3)(c)4]
Policy 2.2: Development orders and permits will be granted only when
required public facilities and services arc operating at the
established levels of service, or will be available concurrent
with the impacts of the development. Such facilities and
services may be provided in phases if development
correspondingly occurs in phases; however, required
service levels must be maintained at all times during the
development process [93-5.016(3)(c)6].
Public Facility Capacity and Level of Service Inventory.
As part of its CMS, the City of Okeechobee will be responsible for the collection and
maintenance of an inventory of all public facilities and services subject to the concurrency
requirements of Section 9J-5.0055, F.A.C. The inventory will be based on the most recently
available information, and will be used to monitor the adopted level of service standards and to
determine public facility capacity. This information will be made available to the public and
updated annually by October 1 of each year.
The following inventories shall be maintained by the City of Okeechobee in order to
evaluate the concurrency requirements of proposed development and expansions to an existing
development and to assess existing and future capacity of public facilities and services:
Traffic Circulation
The City of Okeechobee shall maintain an inventory of the level of service on road
segments within its jurisdiction for which level of service information is available. The existing
level of service for these segments will be based on the most recent available traffic count
information from the Florida Department of Transportation, Okeechobee County, or other
reliable source for each segment. Traffic count data and level of service standards shall be
updated yearly or as new information becomes available. The inventory shall, at a minimum,
include the following:
1. Adopted level of service standards for roadway facilities.
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2. Existing capacities and deficiencies on roads for which level of service
information is available.
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3. Capacity reserved for approved but unbuilt development.
4. The projected reductions in level of service attributable to approved but
unbuilt development.
5. Any increase in capacity due to scheduled or recently completed road
improvements within the City's jurisdiction which are not reflected in the
latest traffic count or level of service information or improvements to be
made by other public agencies or in conjunction with approved
development.
Potable Water
... An inventory of the City's potable water system shall, at a minimum, include the
following:
- 1. The adopted level of service standard for potable water capacity.
2. Existing design capacity and system deficiencies.
3. Capacity reserved for approved but unbuilt development.
4. The projected reductions in level of service attributable to approved
but unbuilt development.
5. Any improvements or expansions made in the current fiscal year to
the system by the City or by a developer under conditions set forth in
an approved development order, and the impact on existing capacities
`r or deficiencies.
Sanitary Sewer
An inventory of the City's sanitary sewer system shall, at a minimum, include the
following:
1. The adopted level of service standard for sanitary sewer capacity.
2. Existing design capacity and system deficiencies.
3. Department of Environmental Regulation permitted capacity.
4. Capacity reserved for approved but unbuilt development.
5. The projected reductions in level of service attributable to approved
but unbuilt development.
6. Any design improvements or increases in permitted capacity made in
.. the current fiscal year, and the impact on existing capacities or
deficiencies.
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Solid Waste Disposal
An inventory of the City's solid waste disposal system shall, at a minimum, include the
following;
1. The adopted level of service standard for solid waste disposal.
2. Existing and projected design capacities of all applicable solid waste
disposal facilities.
3. The projected life of all applicable solid waste disposal facilities.
4. Capacity reserved for approved but unbuilt development.
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5. The projected reductions in level of service attributable to approved
but unbuilt development.
Oa 6. Any increases in the design capacities of solid waste disposal facilities,
and the impact on existing capacities or deficiencies.
Drainage
An inventory of the City's drainage facilities shall, at a minimum, include the following:
1. The adopted level of service standard for drainage.
2. The existing level of service measured by storm event, if available.
3. Any existing or proposed drainage improvement that will affect the
capacity of the City's drainage facilities.
di, Recreation and Open Space
An inventory of the City's recreational sites and facilities shall, at a minimum, include the
M" following:
1. The existing number of acres of recreational land.
2. The adopted level of service standard for recreation.
r" 3. Existing recreation surpluses or deficiencies based on the adopted
level of service standard.
4. Capacity reserved for approved but unbuilt development.
5. The projected reductions in level of service attributable to approved
but unbuilt development.
6. Any increases in recreational land open to public use in the current
fiscal year, and the impact on existing capacities or deficiencies.
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Concurrency Monitoring System
'" In addition to maintaining an inventory of public facilities and services, the City of
Okeechobee will also be responsible for maintaining a record of public facility and service
capacities or volumes which are committed for approved developments as a result of
a" development orders issued by the City. If service is provided by an entity other than the City, this
will require coordination between the service provider and the City in order to maintain an
accounting system which accurately tracks approved developments.
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Accountability will be established by reserving capacity from the total available capacity
for all approved development orders. Once capacity has been reserved for a specific development
project, it cannot be reassigned prior to the expiration of that project's development order or
permit. Capacity reservations will be renewed yearly in order to be accounted for in the annual
budgetary process. Upon the expiration of an approved development order with concurrency
ISW standing where development has not taken place, or which the City has determined to have been
abandoned by the applicant, the capacity reservation allocated to the proposed development will
become void. The previously reserved capacity will then become available to other proposed
"" developments. A priority waiting list will be established for the purpose of allocating this
capacity. When determining how much capacity is available for proposed developments, the City
will take into account all capacity that has been reserved for approved development orders.
Concurrency Assessment
The Okeechobee City Council will be responsible for determining whether concurrency
will be met when it considers applications for development orders for final site plans and/or final
subdivision plans. When reviewing applications for development orders, the Commission or its
designee will perform an assessment to determine whether public facilities will be available
concurrent with the impacts of the proposed development. A facility inventory, as outlined
above, will be used as the basis for establishing existing conditions. The ability of existing public
facilities to service new development will be determined based on the following criteria:
1. The ability of existing facilities to accommodate the proposed
development at the adopted level of service.
2. Existing facility deficiencies which will need to be corrected prior to
the completion of the proposed development.
3. Facility improvements or additions needed to accommodate the
impacts of proposed development at the adopted level of service
standard.
4. The date facility improvements or additions need to be completed in
order to maintain the adopted level of service for the public facilities
affected by the proposed development.
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POPULATION PROJECTIONS
Population Projections
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Population Forecast Data and Analysis
The City of Okeechobee, in its last EAR report of February 1999, had forecasted the
following estimated and projected population for years 1996 through 2010.
Table 1
Estimated and Projected Population 1996-2010
Year Population
1996 4,943
2000 5,527
2005 6,007
2010 6,472
Source:Bureau of Economic and Business Research,
University of Florida,July 1997.
(Excerpt from:City of Okeechobee EAR Report February 1999)
In April 2005, the Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR)had stated that the
City's permanent population was only 5,443 even though the City had argued that new construction
permit information indicated a higher population for that year. Also, with the 2000 Census
population being 5,376, an increase of 67 persons for a five-year period does not represent the
accurate growth rates of Okeechobee. (See Tables 2-5 below.)
Table 2
Population Totals
County 2005 Average Annual Growth
2001-2005 Trend
Indian River 125,483 2.11% 1.1%to 2.3%
■• Martin 144,691 2.82% 2.4%or higher
Okeechobee 38,222 1.26% 1.1% to 2.3%
St. Lucie 216,827 2.25% 1.1%to 2.3%
FLORIDA 17,612,584 1.84% 1.1%to 2.3%
Source: Florida Trend,2005
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Table 3
Job Totals
County 2005 Jobless Rate Leading Job Sectors
Indian River 62,782 6.8% Services 36%
Retail 19%
Government 9%
Martin 83,881 4.8% Services 41%
Retail 18%
Finance, Insurance, Real Estate 9%
Okeechobee 12,691 5.7% Services 24%
Retail 22%
Farming 18%
St. Lucie 78,889 7.0% Services 30%
Retail 18%
Government 15%
FLORIDA 9,795,083 4.1% Services 39%
Retail 17%
Government 12%
Source:Florida Trend,2005
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Table 4
POPULATION BY AGE
YEARS OF AGE
County 0-14 15-19 20-39 40-64 65+ Total
,. Indian River 15.3%_ 5.7% 19.2% 31.5% 28.3% 125,483
Martin 14.9% 5.6% 17.8% 33.7% 28.0% 144,691
Okeechobee 20.3% 7.5% 25.7% 29.9% 16.6% 38,222
St. Lucie 18.1% 6.5% 21.8% 31.7% 21.9% 216,827
FLORIDA 18.7% 6.6% 25.1% 32.5% 17.1% 17,612,584
Source:Florida Trend,2005
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Table 5
Per Capita Income
Source of Income
County Per Capita Labor Property Transfer
Income 2005
Indian River $42,000 37.8% 49.1% 13.1%
Martin $47,493 38.9% 50.3% 10.8%
Okeechobee $19,071 54.3% 19.3% 26.3%
St. Lucie $25,539 51.0% 27.4% 21.6%
FLORIDA $32,662 62.5% 25.8% 11.7%
Source:Florida Trend,2005
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Even at a conservative rate of 1.26%increase per year,the annual population counts for the
years 2000 through 2005 show a greater absolute population increase than calculated by BEBR in
April, 2005.
Table 6
Projected 1.26% Increase/Year
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
5,444 5,512 5,582 5,652 5,723
Source:LaRue Planning&Management Services,Inc.,2006
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The following Table represents permanent population forecasts for a ten-year planning,
beginning in 2005, with a more reasonable population rates increase of 1.5%per year.
Table 7
Projected Permanent Population/Year 2005 - 2015
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
5,723 5,809 5,896 5,984 6,074 6,165 6,258 6,352 6,447 6,544 6,642
Source:LaRue Planning&Management Services,Inc.,2006
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With regard to seasonal population, BEBR statistics are not available for the City of
Okeechobee. With fishing and outdoor related activities being a drawing card in the winter, it is
estimated that tourist/part-time residents would expand by 15%in season.With that in mind,a peak
population forecast for the years 2005 through 2015 is as follows:
Table 8
Seasonal Population Forecast
Resident Seasonal Peak
Year Population Population Population
2005 5,723 858 6,581
2006 5,809 871 6,680
2007 5,896 884 6,780
2008 5,984 898 6,882
2009 6,074 911 6,985
2010 6,165 925 7,090
2011 6,258 939 7,197
2012 6,352 953 7,305
2013 6,447 967 7,414
2014 6,544 982 7,526
2015 6,642 996 7,638
Source:LaRue Planning&Management Services,Inc.,2006
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PUBLIC
PARTICIPATION PROCEDURES
Comprehensive Plan Public Participation Procedures
City of Okeechobee Comprehensive Plan
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Chapter 163.3181, Florida Statutes, as amended, and Chapter 9J-5, Florida
Administrative Code, require the local governing body and designated or contracted local
planning agency to adopt procedures to provide for and encourage public participation in the
comprehensive planning process. These procedures must include:
1. Provisions to notify real property owners of official actions that will affect
the use of their property.
2. Provisions to keep the general public informed throughout the planning
process.
3. Provisions to assure that the public has opportunities to provide written
comments.
4. Provisions to assure that required public hearings are held.
5. Provisions to assure the consideration of and response to public comments.
AGENCIES AND THEIR ROLES
In most jurisdictions, two separate entities are involved in providing the Comprehensive
Plan. Their respective roles can be summarized as follows:
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency (LPA) is established by ordinance or contracted by the local
governing body. It has the responsibility to propose changes or review proposed changes to
ordinances and plans related to land use and comprehensive planning, and make
recommendations to the City Council. The general duties and responsibilities of the LPA are:
1. To prepare the Comprehensive Plan and make recommendations to the
local governing body regarding the adoption of the amendment to the Plan;
2. To conduct a public hearing prior to the recommendation of the local
governing body for the adoption or amendment of the Comprehensive Plan
or any element of the Plan;
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Public Participation Procedures
3. To monitor and oversee the effectiveness and status of the Comprehensive
Plan and make recommendations to the local governing body for any
changes to the Plan which may be required;
4. To evaluate and appraise the Comprehensive Plan and prepare reports as
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required by Chapter 163.3191, Florida Statutes;
. 5. To review amendments to the land development regulations, which
implement the Comprehensive Plan and make recommendations to the
local governing body as to the consistency of the proposal with the
adopted Comprehensive Plan; and
6. To perform any other functions, duties and responsibilities assigned by the
local governing body.
Local Governing Body
The Okeechobee City Council has the legislative responsibility for the adoption of the
Comprehensive Plan. The general duties and responsibilities of the local governing body as they
.. relate to the comprehensive planning program are:
. 1. To adopt and amend the Comprehensive Plan;
2. To conduct a minimum of two (2) public hearings prior to the adoption or
amendment of the Comprehensive Plan or any element of the plan;
3. To appropriate funds for salaries, fees, and expenses necessary to produce
the Comprehensive Plan;
.. 4. To approve and submit the approved Evaluation and Appraisal Report to
the Florida Department of Community Affairs as required by Chapter
163.3191, Florida Statutes; and
5. To adopt land development regulations, land development codes, and
amendments thereto that are consistent with the adopted Comprehensive
. Plan.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCEDURE
To ensure that the public has adequate opportunities to participate in the comprehensive
„, planning process, the following procedures have been adopted:
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Public Participation Procedures
1. The Local Planning Agency will hold public workshops or meetings to
solicit the views, opinions, ideas, and concerns of the public in relation to
the Comprehensive Plan.
2. The Local Planning Agency will hold a minimum of one (1) public hearing
"' for the purpose of receiving public comments prior to recommending the
adoption of the Comprehensive plan or any element or portion thereof.
3. The Local Governing Body will hold a minimum of two (2) public
hearings prior to the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan or element or
portion thereof.
4. As they are scheduled, public workshops, meetings, and hearings will be
advertised in a local newspaper of general circulation, and by posting of a
notice at City Hall. Notices will include the date, time, place, and purpose
of the meeting, workshop or hearing.
5. The public may submit written comments about the comprehensive plan or
element or portion thereof to the chairman of the Local Planning Agency
""" c/o City Hall. All verbal and written comments will be recorded and duly
considered prior to the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan or element or
portion thereof.
6. As they become available, summaries of Comprehensive Plan documents
will be available for public inspection at the office of the City Clerk during
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normal business hours.
n,,, These procedures shall be forwarded during consideration of all amendments to the
Comprehensive Plan and preparation of evaluation and appraisal reports.
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CONSISTENCY WITH THE STATE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
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Consistency with the State Comprehensive Plan
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The City of Okeechobee's Comprehensive Plan is consistent with and furthers the goals
and policies of the State of Florida Comprehensive Plan, Chapter 187, Florida Statutes.
The following table illustrates those State Comprehensive Plan goals and policies that are
.. addressed in the Comprehensive Plan.
Comprehensive Plan Consistency with State Comprehensive Plan
State Comprehensive City of Okeechobee
Plan Policies Comprehensive Plan
Policies
Housing 5(b)1: Estimates of housing discrimination HO 1.4, 1.5
5(b)2: Promoting deinstitutionalization HO 5.1
5(b)3: Increasing supply of low/moderate income HO 1.2, 1.4, 4.1, 4.2
housing
5(b)4: Eliminate unnecessary regulation HO 1.2, 1.3
Water Resources 8(b)1: Ensure quality of drinking water supplies LU 2.2, 5.3
CO 2.2
SS 9.1, 9.2
8(b)2: Protect functions of recharge areas SS 9.1
8(b)5: Ensure compatibility of development with CO 2.2
water supplies SS 1.1, 1.2, 1.5, 4.1
8(b)8: Encourage floodplain management LU 1.4,2.2
SS 6.1
8(b)9: Protect aquifers from depletion or LU 2.2, 5.3
contamination CO 2.1, 2.2
SS 9.1
8(b)10: Protect surface & groundwater CO 2.3, 2.4
quality/quantity SS 9.1
8(b)11: Promote water conservation SS 8.1, 8.2, 8.3
Natural Systems & 10(b)1: Conserve natural resources CO 3.1, 3.2, 4.2, 5.1
Recreational Lands
10(b)2: Provide public lands for recreation/ RO 2.1, 2.2
•• conservation
10(b)3: Protection of endangered species CO 3.2, 4.2, 5.1
10(b)7: Protect/restore wetlands CO 5.1
10(b)11: Provide recreation opportunities in RO 1.1, 1.2, 2.1
urban areas
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10(b)13: Encourage use of public/private funding RO 2.2, 5.1
for recreation
Air Quality 11(b)2: Ensure optimum air quality in new CO 1.1
developments
Hazardous &Non- 13(b)10: Encourage coordination of CO 5.2
hazardous Materials intergovernmental waste management efforts
Land Use 16(b)1: Promote efficient urban development LU 1.1, 1.2
patterns
16(b)3: Encourage mixed use development LU 8.1
Public Facilities 18(b)3: Allocate facility costs on a fair-share CI 3.2
basis
18(b)6: Use innovative financing techniques CI 3.1
18(b)7: Encourage use of capital improvement CI 4.3
plans
18(b)9: Identify&use stable revenue sources CI 3.1, 3.3
Transportation 20(b)6: Promote timely resurfacing/repair of TC 1.1
roads
20(b)13: Coordinate transportation improvements TC 3.1, 3.2, 4.2, 4.3
with state, local and regional plans
Governmental 21(b)1: Encourage cooperation between & among lO 1.1, 1.3, 2.2, 2.3
Efficiency all levels of government
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LU = Future Land Use TC = Traffic Circulation
HO= Housing SS = Sanitary Sewer, Potable Water, etc.
CO= Conservation RO=Recreation & Open Space
IG = Intergovernmental Coordination CI= Capital Improvements
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LIST OF DEFINITIONS
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List of Definitions
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Affordable Housing: Housing costs that, on a monthly basis, require rent or mortgage payments
of no more than 30% of the monthly gross income of a low- to moderate-income family as
defined below.
Aquifer: A water-bearing stratum of permeable rock, sand, or gravel.
Arterial Road: A roadway providing service which is relatively continuous and of relatively high
.. traffic volume, long trip length, and high operating speed. In addition, every United States
numbered highway is an arterial road. (§9J-5.003 F.A.C.)
Availability or Available: With regard to the provision of facilities and services concurrent with
the impacts of development, means that at a minimum, the facilities and services will be
provided in accordance with the standards set forth in Rule 9J-5.0055(2), Florida
Administrative Code. (§9J-5.003 F.A.C.)
.. Available Capacity of Public Facilities: Unused or unallocated portion of the total capacity of a
public facility(i.e.,potable water, sanitary sewer or road system)based on current levels of
demand,to be considered through the Concurrency Management System for the permitting
of new development.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities: Any road, path or way which is open to bicycle or foot travel
and from which motor vehicles are excluded.
Blighted Areas: Developed areas which have deteriorated through neglect or abandonment and
which could benefit the community if redeveloped.
Building: A structure created to shelter any form of human activity. This may refer to a house,
barn, garage, church, hotel, packing house, or similar structure. Buildings may refer to a
historically or architecturally-related complex, such as a house,jail, or barn.
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Capital Budget: The portion of each local government's budget which reflects capital
improvements scheduled for a fiscal year. (§9J-5.003 F.A.C.)
Capital Improvements: Physical assets constructed or purchased to provide, improve or replace
public facilities and which are large-scale and high in costs. The cost of a capital
41111 improvement is generally nonrecurring and may require multi-year financing. For the
purpose of this rule,physical assets which have been identified as existing or projected needs
in the individual comprehensive plan elements shall be considered capital improvements.
(§9J-5.003 F.A.C.)
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Collector Road: A roadway providing service which is of relatively moderate traffic volume,
moderate trip length, and moderate operating speed. Collector roads collect and distribute
traffic between local roads or arterial roads. (§9J-5.003 F.A.C.)
Comprehensive Plan: Any or all local comprehensive plans or elements or portions thereof
prepared,adopted,or amended pursuant to the Local Government Comprehensive Planning
and Land Development Regulation Act, as amended. (§380.031, F.S.)
Concurrency: The necessary public facilities and services to maintain the adopted level of service
IMO standards are available when the impacts of development occur. (§9J-5.003 F.A.C.)
Concurrency Management System: The procedures and/or process that the local government will
utilize to assure that development orders and permits are not issued unless the necessary
facilities and services are available concurrent with the impacts of development. (§9J-5.003
F.A.C.)
Concurrent with the Impacts of Development: Pursuant to §9J-5.0055(2), concurrent with the
impacts of development shall be satisfied when: the necessary facilities and services are in
place at the time a development permit is issued; or a development permit is issued subject
to the condition that the necessary facilities and services will be in place when the impacts
of development occur; or that the necessary facilities are under construction at the time a
permit is issued;or that the necessary facilities and services are guaranteed in an enforceable
development agreement that includes the provisions of concurrency as defined. For
recreation facilities, concurrency may also be met by adherence to §9J-5.0055(2)(b). For
roads, concurrency may also be met by adherence to §9J-5.0055(2)(c).
Conservation,Rehabilitation and Demolition of Housing Units: Work efforts undertaken by the
City to keep existing dwelling units in a standard condition,repair/renovate units which are
in substandard condition,and remove those which cannot be returned to standard condition.
Consistency: Comprehensive plans are considered to be consistent with each other when land uses,
proposed land uses, and impacts from proposed development are compatible with,or not in
conflict with, land uses, proposed land uses or impacts from proposed development in an
adjacent city or county.
Currently Available Revenue Sources: An existing source and amount of revenue presently
available to the local government. It does not include a local government's present intent to
increase the future level or amount of a revenue source which is contingent on ratification
a•• by public referendum. (§9J-5.003 F.A.C.)
Density: The average number of families, persons or dwelling units per unit of land, usually
expressed "per acre." "Density Control" is a limitation on the occupancy of land, and is
generally implemented through zoning. Specific methods include use restrictions, such as
single or multiple family dwellings,minimum lot-size requirements,floor area ratio,setback
MOP or yard requirements, minimum house size requirements, lot area requirements, or other
means. "Density Transfer" permits unused allowable densities in one area to be used in
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another area. The average density over an area or parcel remains constant, but internal
variations are allowed.
"Net density" refers to number of units per buildable acre of land, excluding supporting
facilities such as subdivision road right-of-way,water and wastewater treatment plants, and
property owned or used in common by the residents of all development (e.g., clubhouse or
golf course)."Gross density"refers to the overall number of units per acre in a development
including all supporting facilities.
Developer: Any person, including a governmental agency, undertaking any development.
(§380.031 F.S.)
Development: The carrying out of any building activity or mining operation, the making of any
material change in the use or appearance of any structure or land,or the dividing of land into
three or more parcels.
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The following activities or uses shall be taken to involve"development:"
�.. A reconstruction,alteration of the size,or material change in the external appearance
of structure on land; a change in the intensity of use of land, such as an increase in
the number of dwelling units in a structure or on land or a material increase in the
••• number of businesses, manufacturing establishments, offices, or dwelling units in a
structure or on land; alteration of a shore or bank of a seacoast, river, stream, lake,
pond, or canal, including any "coastal construction"; commencement of drilling,
except to obtain soil samples,mining, or excavation on a parcel of land; demolition
of a structure; clearing of land as an adjunct of construction; deposit of refuse,solid
or liquid waste, or fill on a parcel of land.
The following operations or uses shall not be taken to involve"development";
Work by a highway or road agency or railroad company for the maintenance or
improvement of a road or railroad track,if the work is carried out on land within the
boundaries of the right-of-way;work by any utility and other persons engaged in the
distribution or transmission of gas or water,for the purpose of inspecting,repairing,
renewing, or constructing on established rights-of-way any sewers, mains, pipes,
cables, utility tunnels, power lines, towers, poles, tracks, or the like; work for the
maintenance,renewal,improvement,or alteration of any structure if the work affects
only the interior or the color of the structure or the decoration of the exterior of the
structure; the use of any structure or land devoted to dwelling uses for any purpose
customarily incidental to enjoyment of the dwelling; the use of any land for the
purpose of growing plants, crops, trees, and other agricultural or forestry products,
,�. raising livestock, or for other agricultural purposes; a change in use of land or
structure from a use within a class specified in an ordinance or rule to another use in
the same class; a change in the ownership or form of ownership of any parcel or
structure; the creation or termination of rights of access, riparian rights, easements,
covenants concerning development of land, or other rights in land.
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"Development"as designated in an ordinance,rule,or development permit includes all other
development customarily associated with it unless otherwise specified.When appropriate to
the context,"development"refers to the act of development or to the result of development.
Reference to any specific operation is not intended to mean that the operation or activity,
when part of other operations or activities, is not development. (§380.04 F.S.)
Development Capacity: An element of Concurrency Management System, addressing the ability
of public facilities to absorb development that has not been built, or that has not been
completely built out, and that therefore has not impacted, or fully impacted, existing public
facilities. The availability of public facilities to accommodate future development, in order
to maintain an established level of service, will take into account this vested but currently
unused or underutilized capacity.
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Development Order: Any order granting,denying,or granting with conditions an application for
a development permit. (§380.031 F.S.)
Development Permit: Includes any building permit, zoning permit, plat approval , or rezoning,
certification,variance,or other action having the effect ofpermitting development. §380.031
F.S.)
Development of Regional Impact(DRI): The term"development or regional impact,"means any
development which, because of its character, magnitude, or location, would have a
substantial effect upon the health, safety, or welfare of citizens of more than one county.
Development Site: One or more parcels of land unified under common ownership which constitute
the entire area of development shown on a site plan or subdivision plat. Development site
must include all land needed for parking,retention areas,internal access roads or driveways,
landscaping, and other physical design features needed to serve the proposed development.
Direct Site Transfer: Donation of land and/or facilities by a developer to local government for the
purpose of providing additional services needed as a result of a proposed development.
Drainage Facilities: A system of man-made structures designed to collect,convey,hold,divert or
discharge stormwater, and includes stormwater sewers, canals, detention structures, and
retention structures. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Dwelling Unit:A structure or mobile home in which occupants live and eat separately from anyone
else, and have direct access to the outside (e.g. to a hallway or street) of the unit.
Easement: A right given by the owner of land to another party for specific limited use of that land.
For example, a property owner may give or sell an easement on his property to allow utility
facilities like power lines or pipelines, or to allow access to another property. A property
owner may also sell or dedicate to the government the development rights for all or part of
a parcel, thereby taking the land open for conservation, recreation, scenic or open space
purposes.
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Endangered and Threatened Wildlife: Animal species listed by the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services, the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission,
or the United States Fish and Wildlife Service as endangered, threatened, or of special
concern.
Environmentally Sensitive Areas: Wetlands, floodplains or critical habitat for plant or animal
species listed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,the Florida
Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, or the United States Fish and Wildlife Service as
endangered,threatened,or species of special concern. A Critical Habitat means the specific
area within a geographic area occupied by plant or animal species listed by these agencies
as endangered, threatened, or species of special concern on which are found those physical
or biological features essential to the conservation of the species and which may require
management considerations or protection.
F.A.C.: Florida Administrative Code.
Fair-Share Cost Basis: Refers to the provision of public facilities using financing mechanisms
which ensure that new development pays a proportionate share of the costs to the city which
it generates.
Federal Uniform Relocation Act: A Federal statute and regulations which applies to all Federal
"'" or federally-assisted activities that involve the acquisition of real property or the
displacement of persons, including displacements caused by rehabilitation and demolition
activities. The purpose of the Uniform Act is to ensure that owners of real propertyt o b e
acquired for Federal and federally-assisted projects that are treated fairly and consistently...
and to ensure that persons displaced as a direct result of Federal or federally-assisted projects
are treated fairly, consistently, and equitably so that such persons will not suffer
disproportionate injuries as a result of projects designed for the benefit of the public as a
whole... (49 CFR Part 24)
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Foster Care Facility: A facility which houses foster residents and provides a family living
environment for the residents, including such supervision and care as may be necessary to
,., meet the physical, emotional and social needs of the residents and serving either children or
adult foster residents. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Florida Master File: The State's clearinghouse for information on archaeological sites,historical
structures,and field surveys for such sites.A combination of both paper and computer files,
it is administered by the Bureau of Archaeological Research, Division of Historical
Resources, Florida Department of State.
F.S.: Florida Statutes.
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Goal: The long-term end toward which programs or activities are ultimately directed. (§9J-5.0033
F.A.C.)
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Group Home: A facility which provides a living environment for unrelated residents who operate
"" as the functional equivalent of a family, including such supervision and care as may be
necessary to meet the physical,emotional and social needs ofthe residents.Adult Congregate
Living Facilities comparable in size to group homes are included in this definition. It shall
. not include rooming or boarding homes, clubs, fraternities, sororities, monasteries or
convents,hotels,residential treatment facilities,nursing homes,or emergency shelters.(§9J-
5.0033 F.A.C.)
Growth Management Act: Chapter 163, Part II, Florida Statutes, known and cited as the"Local
,a, Government Comprehensive Planning and Land Development Regulation Act".
Hazardous Waste: Solid waste,or a combination of solid wastes, which,because of its quantity,
.. concentration,or physical,chemical,or infection characteristics,may cause,or significantly
contribute to, an increase in mortality or an increase in serious irreversible or incapacitating
reversible illness or may pose a substantial present or potential hazard to human health or the
environment when improperly transported,disposed of,stored,treated or otherwise managed.
(§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
"' Historic Resources: Historically significant structures or archeological sites.
Historically Significant Housing: See Historically significant structures.
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Historically Significant Structures: Structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places,
the Florida Master Site File,or otherwise designated by official action as historic and worthy
of recognition or protection.
In-Lieu-of Fees: Fees paid to local governments by a developer to fund the provision of certain
facilities or services (i.e., parks, schools) needed as a result of a proposed development.
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Incompatible Land Uses: Land uses which, if occurring adjacent to one another, have a
detrimental effect on one or both of the uses.
Infrastructure: Those man-made structures which serve the common needs of the population,
such as: sewage disposal systems; potable water systems; potable water wells serving a
system; solid waste disposal sites or retention areas; stormwater systems; utilities; piers;
... docks; wharves; breakwaters; bulkheads; seawalls; bulwarks; revetments; causeways;
marinas; navigation channels; bridges; and roadways. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
IN Intensity: A measure of the concentration of activity on land. Frequently confused with density,
intensity has a broader though somewhat inexact meaning, referring to levels or degrees of
activity in uses such as residential, commercial, industrial, recreation, or parking. For
"" example, a shopping center is a far more intensive use than a convenience store.
Land Development Regulations: Includes local zoning, subdivision, building, and other
v` regulations controlling the development of land. (§380.031 F.S.)
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Land Use Compatibility Standards: Criteria to be provided in the Land Development
•. Regulations for determining the compatibility of adjoining land uses or proposed
development types.
Level of Service (LOS): An indicator of the extent or degree of service provided by, or proposed
to be provided by a facility based on and related to the operational characteristics of the
facility. Level of service shall indicate the capacity per unit of demand for each public
facility. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Local Road: A roadway providing service which is of relatively low traffic volume, short average
trip length or minimal through traffic movements, and high volume land access for abutting
property.(§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Low and Moderate Income Families: "Lower income families" as defined under the Section 8
Assisted Housing Program,or families whose annual income does not exceed 80 percent of
the median income for the area. The term "families" includes "households". (§9J-5.0033
F.A.C.)
�• Maximum Efficiency of Use: Relative to potable water and sanitary sewer facilities, the degree
or quantity of user demand which maximizes utility revenues collected without creating the
need for public investment in additional capacity.
Minerals: All solid minerals, including clay, gravel, phosphate rock, lime, shells (excluding live
shellfish), stone, sand, heavy minerals, and any rare earths, which are contained in the soil
or waters of the state. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Mitigation: A process designed to prevent adverse impact of an activity on natural resources.
Mitigation may include the recreation on-site or off-site of natural resources that have been
altered or destroyed by development or agricultural activity.
Mobile Home: A preconstructed dwelling unit, transportable in one or more sections, which, in
the traveling mode,is eight body feet or more in width, and which is built on a metal frame
and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when
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connected to the required utilities,and includes the plumbing,heating,air conditioning and
electrical systems contained therein.If manufactured after June 15, 1976, each section must
bear a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development label certifying that it is built
in compliance with the federal Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards.
Mobile homes shall be used for single-family residential purposes only and shall be licensed
pursuant to Chapter 320, F.S. In the event a mobile home becomes ineligible for a title
certificate under Chapter 319, F.S., it shall no longer be considered a mobile home.
National Register of Historic Places: Established by Congress in 1935,the National Register of
Historic Places is a listing of culturally significant buildings, structures, objects, sites, and
districts in the United States. The listing is maintained by the U.S. Department of Interior.
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Natural Drainage Features: The naturally occurring features of an area which accommodate the
flow of stormwater, such as streams, rivers, lakes and wetlands. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Areas: Geographic areas where the aquifer system is
.. replenished through rainfall. Areas of high aquifer recharge are important for the
continuation of potable ground water supplies.
Natural Resources: Land, air, surface water, drinking water supplies, fish and their habitats,
wildlife and their habitats, biota, and other such resources.
Natural Vegetation: Vegetative communities that are native to, and therefore tolerant of, a
particular geographic location.
Non-Attainment Area: A geographical area in which ambient air quality falls below Federal
standards, per the Clean Air Act, as amended, and implementing regulations.
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Nonconforming Structure: Structure which does not comply with current land use regulations
relating to size, setbacks, or building design, but does not meet those standards in effect at
the time of construction.A nonconforming structure cannot be rebuilt,replaced or enlarged,
except as provided in the land development regulations. The presence of a nonconforming
structure on a parcel of land does not allow the reestablishment of a nonconforming use
which has been abandoned or eliminated.
Nonconforming Use: Land use or activity which is prohibited under the current provisions of the
.. Comprehensive Plan or land development regulations,but complied with those requirements
in effect at the time it was established. Such uses may continue indefinitely, except where
land development regulations require their elimination.In order to qualify as nonconforming,
a use must have been continuous or have followed a regular seasonal pattern of activity
without ceasing for a continuous period of longer than six months.Nonconforming uses shall
„r not be expanded, enlarged or increased in any manner, except as provided in the land
development regulations.Once a nonconforming use is abandoned or eliminated,associated
land or structures shall be used only in accordance with the adopted Comprehensive Plan and
.. current requirements of the land development regulations.
Objective: A specific,measurable,intermediate end that is achievable and marks progress toward
a goal. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
100-Year Flood Elevation: Maximum elevation of floodwaters generated by a 100-year storm
. event.
100-Year Floodplain: Area inundated by a 100-year storm event.
100-Year Storm Event: Storm of greatest magnitude expected to occur within a 100-year period.
Open Space: Undeveloped lands suitable for passive recreation or conservation uses. (§9J-5.0033
F.A.C.)
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Parcel of Land: Any quantity of land capable of being described with such definiteness that its
0. location and boundaries may be established, which is designated by its owner or developer
as land to be used or developed as a unit or which has been used or developed as a unit.
(§380.031 F.S.)
Policy: The way in which programs and activities are conducted to achieve an identified goal.
(§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Pollution: The presence in the outdoor atmosphere, ground or water of any substances,
contaminants, noise, or manmade or man-induced alteration of the chemical, physical,
biological,or radiological integrity of air or water,in quantities or at levels which are or may
be potentially harmful or injurious to human health or welfare, animal or plant life, or
property, or unreasonably interfere with the enjoyment of life or property. (§9J-5.0033
F.A.C.)
.0 Potable Water: Water suitable for human consumption and which meets water quality standards
determined by the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services, provided through a
public system or by private well.
Potable Water Facilities: A system of structures designed to collect, treat, or distribute potable
water, and includes water wells, treatment plants, reservoirs, and distribution mains. (§9J-
5.0033 F.A.C.)
Pro Rata Share of Public Facility Costs: In order to maintain minimum Levels of Service
adopted by the City, a developer may be required to pay the portion of public facility
improvement costs generated by a proposed development.
00 Public Access: The ability of the public to physically reach,enter or use recreation sites including
beaches and shores. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Public Facilities: Transportation systems or facilities, sewer systems or facilities, solid waste
systems or facilities, drainage systems or facilities, potable water systems or facilities,
educational systems or facilities,parks and recreation systems or facilities and public health
systems or facilities. Individual private potable water wells or septic systems are not public
facilities.
Public Facilities and Services which must be available concurrent with the impacts of
development means those covered by comprehensive plan elements required by Section
163.3177, Florida Statutes,and for which level of service standards must be adopted under
Chapter 9J-5,Florida Administrative Code.The public facilities and services are:roads,Rule
9J-5.007(3)(c)1.; sanitary sewer, Rule 9J-5.011(2)(c)2a.; solid waste, Rule 9J-5.011(2)(c)
2.b.; drainage, Rule 9J-5.011(2)(c)2.a.; potable water, Rule 9J-5.011(2)(c)2.d.; parks and
recreation,Rule 9J-5.014(3)(c)4.;and mass transit,Rule 9J-5.008(3)(c)1.,if applicable.(§9J-
5.0033 F.A.C.)
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Public Sanitary Sewer Facilities: Sanitary sewer facilities, either publicly or privately owned,
which serve at lease 15 service connections, or regularly serve at least 25 residents.
Generally, a multi-user septic tank is not a public sanitary sewer facility.
Public Supply Water System: A potable water facility which serves at least 15 service
connections, or regularly serves at least 25 residents.
Rare or Unique Native Vegetative Communities: Ecological communities whose occurrence
is rare or is of special social,economic,educational,aesthetic or scientific value,such as oak
hammocks and cypress swamps.
Recreation: The pursuit of leisure time activities occurring in an indoor or outdoor setting. (§9J-
. 5.0033 F.A.C.)
Redevelopment: Undertakings, activities, or projects of a county, municipality, or community
redevelopment agency for the elimination and prevention of the development or spread of
slums and blight or for the provision of affordable housing, whether for rent or for sale, to
residents of low or moderate income,including the elderly, and may include slum clearance
and redevelopment, or rehabilitation or conservation, or any combination or part thereof.
(from §163.340 F.S.)
Relocation Housing: Those dwellings which are made available to families displaced by public
programs,provided that such dwellings are decent,safe and sanitary and within the financial
means of the families or individuals displaced. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Resident Population: Inhabitants counted in the same manner utilized by the United States
Bureau of the Census, in the category of total population. Resident population does not
include seasonal population. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Residential Uses: Activities within land areas used predominantly for housing. (§9J-5.0033
F.A.C.)
Right-of-Way: Land in which the state, a county, or a municipality owns the fee simple title or
has an easement dedicated or required for a transportation or utility use.(§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Roadway: A road, which includes streets, sidewalks, alleys, highways, and other ways open to
travel by the public, including the roadbed, right-of-way, and all culverts, drains, sluices,
ditches, water storage areas, waterways, embankments, slopes, retaining walls, bridges,
.0 tunnels, and viaducts necessary for the maintenance of travel and all ferries used in
connection therewith. (§334.03(18) F.S.)
Roadway Functional Classification: The assignment of roads into categories according to the
character of service they provide in relation to the total road network. Basic functional
categories include limited access facilities,arterial roads,and collector roads,which may be
subcategorized into principal, major or minor levels. Those levels may be further grouped
into urban and rural categories. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
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Sanitary Landfill: a)"Class I solid waste disposal area"means a disposal facility which receives
an average of 20 tons or more per day, if scales are available, or 50 cubic yards or more per
day of solid waste, as measured in place after covering, and which receives an initial cover
daily; b) "Class II solid waste disposal area" means a disposal facility which receives an
average of less than 50 cubic yards per day of solid waste, as measured in place after
covering, and which receives an initial cover at least once every 4 days. (§171.031 F.S.)
Sanitary Sewer Facilities: Structures or systems designed for the collection, transmission,
treatment,or disposal of sewage and includes trunk mains,interceptors,treatment plants and
disposal systems. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Seasonal Population: Part-time inhabitants who utilize, or may be expected to utilize, public
facilities or services,but are not residents.Seasonal population shall include tourists,migrant
farmworkers, and other short-term and long-term visitors. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Section 8 Existing Housing Program: A Federal housing program authorized under Section 8
of the U.S. Housing Act, as amended. The Section 8 program provides rental subsidies to
encourage new construction and substantial rehabilitation of existing housing.As part of its
rehabilitation component, the Section 8 program establishes "housing quality standards"
which are minimum standards for the safe and healthful occupancy of a dwelling unit.
'" Septic Tank: A watertight receptacle constructed to promote separation of solid and liquid
components of wastewater,to provide limited digestion of organic matter,to store solids,and
to allow clarified liquid to discharge for further treatment and disposal in a soil absorption
system. (§10D-6 F.A.C.)
Services: The programs and employees determined necessary by local government to provide
adequate operation and maintenance of public facilities and infrastructure as well as those
educational,health care,social and other programs necessary to support the programs,public
facilities,and infrastructure set out in the local plan or required by local,state,or federal law.
(§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
... Site Plan: A plan, drawn to scale by a licensed professional engineer, showing uses, structures,
and all other physical features proposed for a development site as required by the regulations
involved. It includes lot lines, streets, building sites, parking spaces, walkways, reserved
�. open spaces, easements, buildings, and major natural and man-made landscape features.
Solid Waste: Sludge from a waste treatment works,water supply treatment plant, or air pollution
control facility, or garbage, rubbish refuse, or other discarded material, including solid,
liquid, semisolid, or contained gaseous material resulting from domestic, industrial,
commercial, mining, agricultural, or governmental operations. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
Solid Waste Facilities: Structures or systems designed for the collection, processing or disposal
of solid wastes,including hazardous wastes,and includes ranger stations,processing plants,
recycling plants, and disposal systems. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
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Standard Housing: Dwelling units that meet the federal Minimum Housing Quality Standards as
established for the HUD Section 8 Program.
Stormwater: The flow of water which results from a rainfall event. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
..
Structure: Anything constructed or installed which is rigidly and permanently attached to the
ground or to another object which is rigidly and permanently attached to the ground. This
. shall include, but not be limited to, supporting walls, signs, screened or unscreened
enclosures covered by a permanent roof, swimming pools, poles, and pipelines.
Subdivision: Any tract or plot of land divided into two or more lots or parcels less than one acre
in size for sale, lease or rent for residential, industrial or commercial use, regardless of
4. whether the lots or parcels are described by reference to recorded plats, metes and bounds
description, or by any other legal method. (§10D-6 F.A.C.)
.. Substandard Housing Unit: A housing unit having a deteriorated or dilapidated appearance and
which is unsafe or unhealthful for occupancy.
.. Support Documents: Any surveys,studies,inventory maps,data,inventories,listings or analyses
used as a basis for or in developing the local comprehensive plan. (§9J-5.0033 F.A.C.)
MO Toxic or Hazardous Substances: Chemicals, gases or other materials which,when released into
the air or water in heavy concentrations,may cause illnesses or disease or otherwise degrade
public health.
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25-Year Frequency 24-Hour Duration Storm Event: A storm event associated with rainfall
during a continuous 24-hour period that may be expected to occur once every 25 years. Its
associated floodplain is that land which may be expected to be flooded during the storm
event.
Urban Sprawl: Scattered,untimely,poorly planned urban development that occurs in urban fringe
and rural areas and frequently invades lands important for environmental and natural
,,r resource protection. Urban sprawl typically manifests itself in one or more of the following
ways: (1)leapfrog development; (2)ribbon or strip development; and (3) large expanses of
low-density, single-dimensional development. (DCA "Special Issue" Technical Memo,
,. Volume 4, Number 4).
Very-low Income Household: One or more natural persons or a family,not including students,the
. total annual adjusted gross household income of which does not exceed 30%of the median
annual adjusted gross income for households within the state, or 30%of the median annual
adjusted gross income for households within the metropolitan statistical area,or,ifnot within
" a metropolitan statistical area, within the county in which the person or family resides, or
whichever is greater.
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