with Representative Jim Mooney and Florida Senator Ana Marie Rodriguez.

Prior to legislative sessions, delegation meetings are held in counties throughout Florida. Local governments and citizens have an opportunity to discuss legislative proposals and concerns. On Nov 13 Representative Jim Mooney and Senator Ana Marie Rodriguez listened as the local governments listed their priorities.  

The most common requests:

1. Fix SB180 that passed in 2025 and seriously restricts local government in addressing changes to Comprehensive Plans and Land Development Regulations.  

2. Protect property tax revenues from efforts underway to let voters decided in November 2026 whether to eliminate or significantly reduce property taxes, particularly on homesteaded properties.

3. Approve funding for local governments, Stewardship funding for water quality at the top of the list for most Monroe County jurisdictions.

Mooney reminded the jurisdictions present that their specific requests for funding is due soon.

Islamorada Appropriations Request: While not discussed during a public meeting, Islamorada has submitted a list of four items they would like to have the Legislature approve for state funding in 2026.

• $750,000 - North Plantation Key Wastewater Pump Station

• $300,000 - Sea Oats Beach Breakwater

• $350,000 - Schools to Neighborhood Pedestrian Safety

• $350,000 - Enhancement of Public Transit

  
  

Click here for details regarding Islamorada’s request.