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IFAS Extension Plant Clinic (Key Largo)

July 17, 2019, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Murray Nelson Government Center

Monroe County Public Library Marathon Branch Groundbreaking Ceremony

July 17, 2019, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

The Monroe County Board of County Commissioners cordially invites the public to the Monroe County Public Library Marathon Branch and Adult Education Center Groundbreaking Ceremony on Wednesday, July 17 at noon at 3490 Overseas Highway, Marathon.

IFAS Extension Plant Clinic (Marathon)

July 20, 2019, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Home Depot Garden Center

Veteran Town Hall: Mission Act

July 18, 2019, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Murray Nelson Government Center BOCC Room

The Miami VA Healthcare System with Monroe County Veterans Affairs will be hosting two town hall meetings regarding the Mission Act. The first meeting will be Thursday, July 18 at 2 p.m. at Murray Nelson Government Center in Key Largo and the second meeting will be held Friday, July 19 at 10 a.m. at Harvey Government Center in Key West. The meeting will identify eligibility for community care in layman's terms, who the providers are in Monroe County, the efforts to increase providers in Monroe County, and how new legislation impacts veterans in Monroe County. The Mission Act strengthens the Veteran Affairs office's ability to deliver trusted, easy access, high-quality care to facilities, telehealth, and in communities providing care for veterans where and when they need them. More information on the Mission Act can be found at missionact.va.gov. Monroe County veterans can visit www.monroecounty-fl.gov/veteranaffairs for more information on local services.

Veteran Town Hall: Mission Act

July 19, 2019, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Harvey Government Center Conference Room

The Miami VA Healthcare System with Monroe County Veterans Affairs will be hosting two town hall meetings regarding the Mission Act. The first meeting will be Thursday, July 18 at 2 p.m. at Murray Nelson Government Center in Key Largo and the second meeting will be held Friday, July 19 at 10 a.m. at Harvey Government Center in Key West. The meeting will identify eligibility for community care in layman's terms, who the providers are in Monroe County, the efforts to increase providers in Monroe County, and how new legislation impacts veterans in Monroe County. The Mission Act strengthens the Veteran Affairs office's ability to deliver trusted, easy access, high-quality care to facilities, telehealth, and in communities providing care for veterans where and when they need them. More information on the Mission Act can be found at missionact.va.gov. Monroe County veterans can visit www.monroecounty-fl.gov/veteranaffairs for more information on local services.

Public Hearing: Hurricane Irma Voluntary Home Buyout Program

July 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Marathon Government Center - BOCC

The State of Florida has allocated $10 Million to Monroe County through the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Voluntary Home Buyout Program. The goal of the program is to reduce the risk of flooding through the purchase of properties impacted by Hurricane Irma. Monroe County is seeking citizen participation, public comment, and input for the Florida Voluntary Home Buyout Program at the Public Hearing scheduled for July 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard. The County is also seeking to determine whether there are additional interested parties for the Rebuild Florida Home Buyout Program in Monroe County.

Special Budget for Discussion of Budget and Capital Improvement Plan

July 22, 2019, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Marathon Government Center - BOCC

Special Meeting for discussion of Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. Announcement of Proposed Millage Rates and selection of dates, times and places for public hearings. Approval to advise the Property Appraiser of proposed millage rates.

Code Compliance Special Magistrate Hearing

July 25, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Marathon Government Center - BOCC

Code Compliance Special Magistrate Hearing

Public Meeting: FEMA Risk Map Consulting Service Selection Committee

July 29, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Murray Nelson Government Center

SELECTION COMMITTEE for the Request for Proposals of FEMA Coastal Risk MAP Development Consulting Services The selection committee will evaluate the proposal received in response to the Request for Competitive Solicitations issued for the above-named project. The evaluation and recommendation of the selection committee are to be submitted to the Board of County Commissioners. Persons interested in this issue are invited to attend. ADA ASSISTANCE: If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, please contact the County Administrator’s Office, by phoning (305) 292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 A.M.---5:00 P.M., no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice-impaired, call “711”.

Monroe County Board of County Commissioners Monthly Meeting

July 17, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Marathon Government Center - BOCC

IFAS Extension Plant Clinics (Islamorada)

July 25, 2019, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Island Home Nursery

Bring your bug and plant related questions to Island Home Nursery to meet our Master Gardener Volunteers!

Beat the Heat - Sugarloaf School

July 20, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Monroe County Fire Rescue will host seven “Beat the Heat” events this summer for children of all ages throughout Monroe County. Monroe County firefighters and firetrucks will provide a gentle stream of misting water in a safe and fun environment. Children are asked to wear bathing suits, water shoes, and sunscreen, and to bring a bottle of water and a towel. Monroe County Fire Rescue will provide snow cones. All the events are from 10 to 11 a.m. The dates include: Saturday, June 29 – Bluewater Apartments, Tavernier Saturday, July 6 – Layton Community Baptist Church Saturday, July 13 – Big Pine Community Park Saturday, July 20 – Sugarloaf School Saturday, July 27 – Bay Point Park Saturday, Aug. 3 – Big Coppitt Fire Station Saturday, Aug. 10 – Bernstein Park, Stock Island For more information, call 305-289-6005. The dates will be canceled or rescheduled if there is threatening weather.

Beat the Heat - Bay Point Park

July 27, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Monroe County Fire Rescue will host seven “Beat the Heat” events this summer for children of all ages throughout Monroe County. Monroe County firefighters and firetrucks will provide a gentle stream of misting water in a safe and fun environment. Children are asked to wear bathing suits, water shoes, and sunscreen, and to bring a bottle of water and a towel. Monroe County Fire Rescue will provide snow cones. All the events are from 10 to 11 a.m. The dates include: Saturday, June 29 – Bluewater Apartments, Tavernier Saturday, July 6 – Layton Community Baptist Church Saturday, July 13 – Big Pine Community Park Saturday, July 20 – Sugarloaf School Saturday, July 27 – Bay Point Park Saturday, Aug. 3 – Big Coppitt Fire Station Saturday, Aug. 10 – Bernstein Park, Stock Island For more information, call 305-289-6005. The dates will be canceled or rescheduled if there is threatening weather.

You and Me Yoga Ages 0-4

July 18, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

ORCHID CLUB

July 18, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Come and share growing tips, hear guest speakers and learn about exotic orchids and bromeliads.

Florida Keys Paradise Quilters

July 19, 2019, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Our local quilting group work on their creations in our community room every Friday. Every first Saturday they have a special meeting. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome.

STORY TIME

July 23, 2019, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Ages 0 to 6. Come join Ms. Chris for stories, songs, playtime and crafts.

Art Fun

July 23, 2019, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Artists bring their materials and work on current projects. It is a "studio day" away from the studio. Artists bring their own supplies.

Toastmasters

July 23, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

STORY TIME

July 25, 2019, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Ages 0 to 6. Come join Ms. Chris for stories, songs, playtime and crafts.

Mangrove Swamp Band Open Jam

July 25, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Open jam session - all acoustic and vocal musicians welcome.

Florida Keys Paradise Quilters

July 26, 2019, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Our local quilting group work on their creations in our community room every Friday. Every first Saturday they have a special meeting. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome.

Upper Keys Democratic Party

July 29, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

STORY TIME

July 30, 2019, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Ages 0 to 6. Come join Ms. Chris for stories, songs, playtime and crafts.

Art Fun

July 30, 2019, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Artists bring their materials and work on current projects. It is a "studio day" away from the studio. Artists bring their own supplies.

LATITUDE 25 WRITERS GROUP

July 31, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Key Largo Library Meeting Room

Local authors, poets and writers get together to share works and tips of the trade.

Development Review Committee Meeting -- CANCELLED

July 30, 2019, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Marathon Government Center Media Conference Room

No applications

Planning Commission Meeting

July 31, 2019, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Marathon Government Center - BOCC