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Special Commission Meeting — May 6, 2021 - Final Public Comment Report
As of May 7th, 2021, 9:44 a.m. EST
Public Comment
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Jennifer Allegra
Agenda Item Public Comment
1121 DI. 2 8432
Crandon Blvd Discussion -
Key Biscayne, City Owned
FL 33149 Marinas
I respectfully ask the Commision not to approve the proposed
boat ramp at the Marine Stadium basin. Although I
understand there is intense demand for dockage and ramps
due to the influx in population as well as the escalation in
boat ownership as the result of the national lockdowns, the
small basin is not the appropriate location for increased boat
traffic. My plea is supported but not limited to the following
three factors. 1. The environmental impact. The additional
boat traffic will inherently increase both operational and
accidental discharges and disturb marine life. 2. The potential
danger to the health and safety of our children. Specifically,
members of the MAST Academy Rowing Team who launch
their equipment from the area and utilize the basin as an
egress to the ocean and bay. The said argument also applies
to the Miami Rowing Club and its affiliates who use the area
exclusively for non -motorized watersports. In the event a
motorized vessel collides with a skull or canoe, the results
could be fatal. Accordingly, just because one can afford to
purchase a motorized vessel does not guarantee they know
how to operate it nor makes them a responsible adult. 3.
Lastly, it is imperative this Commission to set the tenor for
being good stewards of the environment. As such, you should
reject this proposal as all else being equal, the potential
revenue to the city is not proportional to the probability of
harm to its residents nor our environment. Respectfully,
Jennifer Allegra Resident of Key Biscayne and Member of
KANA LUI MIAMI OUTRIGGER CANOE TEAM
9041 Submittal -Public Comments Submitted Online for the May 6, 2021 Special
City Commission Meeting