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Cutler Bay Supports New Chemical Testing for Beach Sand Projects

Original title: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE TOWN OF SURFSIDE’S RESOLUTION URGING THE STATE OF FLORIDA LEGISLATURE AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (“FDEP”) TO ESTABLISH CHEMICAL TESTING STANDARDS PRIOR TO ISSUING A COASTAL CONSTRUCTION CONTROL LINE (“CCCL”) PERMIT WHICH AUTHORIZES THE TRANSFER AND PLACEMENT OF EXCAVATED SAND SEAWARD OF THE CCL ONTO A PUBLIC BEACH; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

September 16, 2015

environmental protectioncoastal managementbeach nourishmentwater qualitypermitting

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution formally aligns Cutler Bay with a push for state-level regulations that would require environmental safety testing for sand used in projects, potentially impacting future coastal construction permits.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Town of Cutler Bay residents

Residents are represented by the Town Council's formal position on state environmental policy.

Florida Department of Environmental Protection

The agency is being urged by local municipalities to adopt new regulatory standards for permitting.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 16, 2015.

What's next

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Summary

The Town of Cutler Bay has passed a resolution supporting the Town of Surfside's request for the State of Florida to mandate chemical testing of sand before it is placed on public beaches. This action specifically targets sand moved during coastal construction projects.

Key Facts

  • The Town of Cutler Bay officially supports the Town of Surfside's resolution regarding sand testing.
  • The resolution urges the Florida Legislature and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to create chemical testing standards.
  • Testing is requested specifically for sand moved during coastal construction projects.
  • The requested standards would apply before the issuance of a Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) permit.
  • The permit in question authorizes the transfer and placement of excavated sand onto public beaches.
  • The resolution was introduced on September 8, 2015.
  • The resolution is identified as Item # 2015-146.

Why It Matters

This resolution formally aligns Cutler Bay with a push for state-level regulations that would require environmental safety testing for sand used in projects, potentially impacting future coastal construction permits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution change the current rules for beach sand?
No, this is a formal statement of support urging the state government to create new rules; it does not change existing laws itself.
What is a CCCL permit?
A permit is a state authorization required for construction activities seaward of a designated line along the coast, including the placement of sand on beaches.

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Inter-municipal Policy Alignment

The document demonstrates a coordinated effort between the Town of Cutler Bay and the Town of Surfside to influence state-level environmental permitting policy.

Town of Cutler BayTown of Surfside

Connected Entities

organizationTown of Surfside“The municipality whose original resolution is being supported.”Map →
organizationTown of Cutler Bay“The local government body that passed the resolution.”Map →
organizationFlorida Legislature“The state body urged to act on chemical testing standards.”Map →
organizationFlorida Department of Environmental Protection“The state agency urged to establish new testing standards.”Map →

Sources

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