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Fiscal year 2025-2026 Budget and Master Plan
isso on Vision of the Trust:
Our mission is to create a vision for the development and use of Virginia Key Beach Park
promoting and maintaining absolute public ownership and access, fostering its perpetuation as
a passive open green -space that includes nature trail, recreational facilities and museums
structures appropriate and compatible with the nature of Virginia Key; preserving it as a
valuable resource to be enjoyed for posterity, and to honor the rich historical legacy of the
social and civil rights history of South Florida.
Operations:
The proposed budget details the anticipated operational expenses for a fiscal year timeframe.
The Trust will maintain its operations from the Virginia Key Beach Park Trust office and will hold
board meetings as required by the bylaws.
Priority Areas:
The Trust is committed to its mission and vision by enhancing the park in various ways, focusing
on critical infrastructure, visitor experiences, and revenue generation. Here are the main
priorities:
1. infrastructure Rest
•
ration and Improvement
o Replacing the Wedding Gazebo and Platform: These were lost to Hurricane Ian.
Restoring them aims to attract newlyweds and support weddings.
• Repairing the Park's Boardwalk: This crucial eco-tourism feature is currently
closed due to safety hazards. Repairs will ensure visitors' safety.
2. Visitor Experience Enhancements
O Updating Historic Markers and Signage: Refreshing faded signs will preserve and
share the park's story, enhancing educational aspects for visitors.
o Installing a Historic Screen at the Front Gate: This feature will provide around -
the -clock storytelling, enriching visitors' engagement with the park's history.
• Purchasing a 6-Passenger Golf Cart: This will improve ADA accessibility and
enhance tour guided experiences, making the park more inclusive and enjoyable.
3. Revenue Generating Initiatives
® Adding a Splash Pad & Shaded Areas: These additions are designed to attract
family reunions, field trips, and celebrations, thereby generating additional
revenue for the park.
4. Musenil Project
• Planning and Design: We are currently awaiting the allocation of funds to select
an architect, upon which we shall initiate the design and planning process.
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Educational Activities:
The Education Department will lead the development of inclusive, place -based programming
that explores South Florida's Black history and coastal ecology. This includes guided historical
tours, hands-on ecology experiences, community events, outreach programs, and beach
cleanups that promote environmental stewardship. Educational offerings will also support local
educators through curriculum resources, field trips, and professional development centered on
the region's cultural legacy and natural systems.
Through strategic partnerships with academic institutions and community organizations, the
department will ensure that all content remains accurate, accessible, and impactful. These
efforts aim to cultivate a deeper public connection to Historic Virginia Key Beach Park while
expanding lifelong learning opportunities for visitors of all ages.
Organization Structure:
Operation/Special
Events Manager
Special Event Aide
Administrative Aide
Park Supervisor
Park Tender It
Park Tender
Park Tended
Revenue
Collector
Board of Trustees
-- Executive Director/CEO
Procurement, HR &
Special Projects
Coordinator
Park Tender tl
Park Tender
Park Tender
Park Tender I
Revenue
Collector
Finance Coordinator
History, Culture &
Volunteer
Education Coordinator
Science &
Environment
Education Coordinator
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Virginia Key Beach Park Trust Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
Line -Item (Account Code) Budget by Fiscal Year (FY)
Projected Revenue
FY 2025 — 2026
Proposed Budget
Park Revenue (449000)
Small Events, Photo/Film Shoots, Entrance Fee, etc.
$415,000
Special Events (469000)
$1,000,000
City of Miami Contributions (439000)
$600,000
Donations (466000)
$15,000
FY 2024-2025 Carry Over
$965,000
Total Projected Revenue
$2,995,000
Projected Expenditures
Administration Salaries (512000)
Executive Director/CEO
$174,000
Procurement, HR & Special Projects Coordinator
$95,000
Finance Coordinator
$71,500
Operation/Special Events Manager
$80,000
History & Culture Education/Volunteer Coordinator
$64,670
Science & Environment Education/Volunteer Coordinator
$61,500
Administrative Aide
$58,000
Special Event Aide
$36,000
Overtime
$8,000
COLA 2.4% (as of May 2025)
$15,000
Total Administration Salaries
$663,670
Park Salaries (513000)
Park Supervisor
$55,800
Park Tender II
$41,700
Park Tender II
$41,700
Park Tender I
$35,140
Park Tender I
$33,950
Park Tender I
$31,350
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Park Tender I
$31,350
Park Tender I
$31,350
Park Tender I
$22,000
Revenue Collector
$35,550
Revenue Collector
$36,260
Overtime
$10,000
COLA 2.4% (as of May 2025)
$9,750
Total Park Salaries
$415,900
Fringe Benefit (516000)
$50.00 Phone Monthly Stipend
$6,000
FICA (521000)
7.65%
$79,500
Retirement Contributions (522000)
Trust Matches Up To 5%
$52,000
Health & Dental Insurance (523000)
$118,000
Unemployment Compensation (525000)
$8,000
Professional Services (531000)
$50,000
Auditing (532000)
$13,500
Other Contractual Services (534000)
Marketing Consultant, 2 Seasonal Police Officer, Paychex,
Community Events, Virginia Key Beach Anniversary, Juneteenth
etc.
$220,000
Travel and Per Diem (540000)
Commuter Pass, Mileage, Travel Expenses, etc.
$10,000
Postage (541100)
$200
Communications and Related (541000)
Website, Quality Wiring, JotForm, Constant Contact, Oncell,
Go Daddy, etc.
$20,000
Rent and Lease (544000)
Public Storage, Fortress, Office Modular, Container, Equipment,
etc.
$90,000
Repair and Maintenance (546000)
Pump Station Monthly Maintenance, Pump Station
Replacement, Seasonal Cleaning Crew, Pest Control, Equipment
Maintenance, etc.
$90,000
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Printing and Binding (547100)
$15,000
Promotional Expenses (548000)
T-shirts, Fans, Museum Promotion, etc.
$25,000
Advertising (548100)
Billboards, Open Position Ad, etc.
$20,000
Other Current Charges (549000)
$12,000
Office Supplies (551000)
Toner, Paper, Pens, etc.
$5,230
Operating Supplies (551000)
Garbage Cans, Grills, Toilet Paper, Cleaning Supplies, Trash Bags,
Insect Repellant, Sun Protection Supplies, Water, etc.
$85,000
Uniforms (552000)
$5,000
Subscriptions, Memberships (554000)
$11,000
Improvement Other Than Building (663000)
CIP Projects (List Attached)
$950,000
Machinery & Equipment (664000)
6 Passenger Cart — Park Tours
$15,000
Donations
$15,000
Total Projected Expenditures
$2,995,000
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