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As more users flock to Florida
waterways, conflicts have increased. From debates about
what constitutes exercise of the rights of navigation
to deciding who pays for dredging, many difficult topics
confront those charged with managing our waterways.
In 2006 the Florida Legislature began addressing some
of these issues. The Legislature limited the ability
of local governments to regulate non-live-aboard vessels
outside of legally-permitted mooring fields. The Legislature
also clarified the authority of local governments to
deal with derelict vessels.
Along with increased development
in coastal areas and increased boat traffic on Florida’s
waterways, user conflicts, management issues, and environmental
contamination all need to be addressed. The links at
left connect to resources for local governments in dealing
with each of these issues.
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