Little Palm Dolphin Resort, Little Torch Key - Request for Major Conditional Use        Permit

Land Development (ROGOs)Tourism
Written By Keys Last Stand Board of Directors

Sent by email to Schemper-Emily@MonroeCounty-FL.gov

August 15, 2023

Emily Schemper, Senior Director

Planning & Environmental Resources

Marathon Government Center

Marathon, FL

RE:  Little Palm Dolphin Resort, Little Torch Key - Request for Major Conditional Use

        Permit

Dear Ms. Schemper,

Last Stand has been following the application process of Little Palm Dolphin Resort for a Major Conditional Use (MCU) permit and has a procedural concern. 

At the Community Meeting of August 2, 2023, a Staff member stated the next step in the review process for this MCU request would be before the Planning Commission on September 27.  As past procedures of this type would go before the Development Review Committee (DRC) after a Community Meeting, we are unsure why this step appears not to be planned. 

We would appreciate learning from you what the next step will be for Little Palm Dolphin Resort’s request for an MCU.  If not the DRC, please help us understand what is different in this instance.   

We believe opportunities for public input are critical to ensuring the Year 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Land Development Code, and Livable Communi-Keys Plans are followed.  Therefore, the apparent procedural omission stated above is a concern. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

For the Last Stand Board,

Ann Olsen, President

Keys Last Stand Board of Directors

The Board of Directors at Last Stand serves as the pivotal force behind the organization's vision and initiatives. Comprised entirely of dedicated volunteers, these members are elected annually at the organization's Annual Meeting to steer Last Stand's actions and stances. Through monthly meetings, the Board deliberates on pressing issues, making critical decisions regarding resource allocation and strategic direction, aligning with Last Stand's overarching mission of environmental preservation and community advocacy. With steadfast leadership and collaborative efforts, the Board of Directors is instrumental in advancing Last Stand's mission, shaping a sustainable future for the Florida Keys.

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