HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-89-18RESOLUTION NO. R-89-18
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA, STATING THE POSITION OF THE COUNCIL
IN REGARD TO JUNGLE TRAIL ON THE BARRIER ISLAND IN INDIAN
RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Sebastian recognizes the unique scenic
and historical value of the ? 1/2 mile length of Jungle Trail both
north and south of County Road 510; and
WHEREAS, the City of Sebastian recognizes the need to preserve
the sensitive environment and animal habitat which is contiguous
along Jungle Trail; and
WHEREAS, the City of Sebastian recognizes the significance of
the unique recreational resources the Trail offers to residents of
and visitors to Indian River County; and
WHEREAS, the City of Sebastian has a vested interest in the
preservation of our north county heritage, especially in the
immediate vicinity of the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA, that we do publicly declare our
endorsement of the following:
1) Our support of the entire Indian River Jungle Trail
Management Plan.
2) Our support for the unity and continuity of both North and
South Jungle Trail.
3) Our support of the Jungle Trail Conceptual Plan as proposed
by the Indian River County Historical Society.
4) Our support for the concept that Jungle Trail always remain
open to vehicular traffic by the public.
5) Our support for reversing the decision by the County
Commission one year ago to close the north section of the
Trail between the Windsor Polo Club and the Pelican Island
Wildlife Sanctuary to vehicular traffic.
6) Our support for long range planning and management by
Indian River County to protect the Jungle Trail historical
corridor for the benefit of Indian River County residents
and future generations.
This Resolution shall be effective upon final passage by the
City Council.
by:
CITY OF SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
Richard B. Votapka, Mayor
· ~-Ka-th~fn M. O'Halloran, CMC/AAE
City Clerk
This Resolution was unanimously adopted at the City Council
Workshop Meeting held on Wednesday, April 5, 1989,
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