Land Development

For public safety, Last Stand strongly advocates for the development of comprehensive Hurricane Evacuation Models that include all segments of our community, including military personnel, mobile homeowners, as well as short-term and transient renters. The safety of our residents during emergencies is paramount, and the ability to evacuate everyone safely should serve as a rationale to limit growth.

Last Stand also closely monitors key indicators of overdevelopment and overcapacity in the Florida Keys. Traffic congestion remains a persistent concern as does record arrivals at our airports. Last Stand remains resolute in its mission to address these issues and advocate for the sustainability and well-being of our community.

Overdevelopment

Last Stand promotes the protection and preservation of land in the Florida Keys against overdevelopment, which significantly impacts the quality of life of our residents. We address critical issues such as traffic congestion, limited affordable workforce housing, and the strain on the carrying capacity of our fresh and wastewater infrastructures.

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Last Stand Speaks Out: Addressing ROGOs and the Future of the Florida Keys

Watch Last Stand members Ann Olsen, Dottie Moses, and Joyce Newman as they deliver powerful statements to the Monroe Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) during the November 20, 2024, Special Workshop on ROGOs. Hear their compelling discussion on critical issues, including the risks to hurricane evacuation safety, the dangers of overdevelopment, the strain on vital infrastructure, and the legal challenges posed by potential takings cases.

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Balancing Development and Preservation: Last Stand’s Position on Key West Housing Amendments

Last Stand of the Florida Keys advocates for sustainable development and preserving the quality of life in Key West. The organization supports the City of Key West’s Planning Department’s proposed amendments to Workforce Housing regulations, including an increase in the Payment-In-Lieu fee and stricter enforcement of affordable housing requirements. They commend the recommendation to establish a working group to guide future improvements, emphasizing collaboration and sustainability.

However, Last Stand opposes incorporating aspects of the Florida Live Local Act into Key West's zoning code. They highlight concerns over reduced setbacks, increased height limits, and diminished public input, warning these changes could harm the environment, neighborhood character, and quality of life. Last Stand urges rejection of these amendments, calling for more public input and careful evaluation of their long-term impact.

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Ann Olsen Warns BOCC: Overdevelopment Threatens the Future of the Florida Keys

Watch Last Stand President Ann Olsen speak out against overdevelopment at the October 16th Monroe County BOCC meeting. Ann highlighted urgent concerns for the Florida Keys, such as hurricane evacuation safety, declining water quality, and environmental impacts from unchecked growth. She urged the BOCC to rethink building allowances, citing flawed evacuation models that falsely justify growth.

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