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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to direct the County Attorney to advertise an Ordinance amending Ordinance
No. 2006-57 to add a new section allowing for the use of golf carts upon designated roads in the Ave
Maria Stewardship Community District (the "District") and to approve an agreement with the
District whereby the District agrees to defend Collier County against any actions related to the
adoption of the proposed Ordinance.
OBJECTIVE: To obtain direction for the County Attorney to advertise an Ordinance amending
Ordinance No. 2006-57 to add a new section allowing for the use of golf carts upon designated
roads in the town of Ave Maria, Florida and for approval of an agreement whereby the District
agrees to defend Collier County against any actions related to the adoption of that Ordinance.
CONSIDERATIONS: The District has joined a growing number of communities seeking
alternative transportation options for local convenience trips. On March 24, 2015, the District
publicly petitioned the Board, on behalf of its residents, to allow the use of golf carts on District
roads.
Ave Maria hired local consultant Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA., to prepare a Golf Cart
Traffic Study (see attached), which evaluated the compatibility of the community for golf cart
usage. The Study considered the following factors: speed, volume and the type of motor vehicles
using the relevant roads or streets. After reviewing the safety characteristics of the key
roadways within the District,the Study recommended the operation of golf carts on specific local
streets and within the town core/town center areas of roadway collectors.
The proposed Ordinance generally allows for the use of golf carts in specifically designated areas
of Ave Maria during daylight hours,unless the District authorizes that golf carts may be operated
safely beyond those hours and the golf cart is equipped with functioning headlights and other
specified equipment. The Ordinance also specifies equipment that must be included on all golf
carts, identifies persons eligible to operate golf carts and other requirements to promote safe
operation. If adopted by the Board, all signing and marking associated with this action shall be
purchased, installed and maintained by the Ave Maria in accordance with County approved
signing and marking standards. Any future revisions or changes shall be approved by the County
Traffic Operations section prior to implementation.
In addition, the District approved the attached Resolution finding it in the best interest of the
District and its residents to designate certain public roadways for golf cart use and expressing its
support for the adoption of the proposed Ordinance. As part of that Resolution and also attached
for the Board's consideration is an Agreement the District signed to defend Collier County
against actions related to adoption of the proposed Ordinance.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact to the County because Ave Maria will be
responsible for all installation and maintenance of signs and markings associated with this action.
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LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality, and requires
majority vote for Board approval.—SRT
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: The Town of Ave Maria is planned in accordance
with the goals, objectives, and policies contained in the Collier County Growth Management
Plan, including the development standards contained in the Land Development Code for the
Rural Lands Stewardship Area(RLSA)
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board: (1) direct the County Attorney to advertise an
Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2006-57 to add a new section allowing for the use of golf
carts upon designated roads in the town of Ave Maria, Florida, (2) approve the Agreement to
Defend Collier County Against Actions Related to Adoption of the Ordinance, and (3) direct
staff to bring back the proposed Ordinance for the Board's consideration after it has been
lawfully advertised.
Prepared By: Marlene Messam, P.E., Principal Project Manager, Transportation Engineering,
Growth Management Department.
Attachments:
1. Agreement to Defend Collier County
2. District Resolution No. 2016-01
3. Proposed Ordinance
4. Golf Carts–Traffic Study
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.16.A.16.A.25.
Item Summary: Recommendation to direct the County Attorney to advertise an
Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2006-57 to add a new section allowing for the use of golf
carts upon designated roads in the Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (the "District")
and to approve an agreement with the District whereby the District agrees to defend Collier
County against any actions related to the adoption of the proposed Ordinance.
Meeting Date: 4/26/2016
Prepared By
Name: MessamMarlene
Title: Project Manager,Principal,Traffic Operations
4/15/2016 10:33:08 AM
Submitted by
Title: Project Manager,Principal,Traffic Operations
Name: MessamMarlene
4/15/2016 10:33:10 AM
Approved By
Name: LynchDiane
Title: Supervisor-Operations,Road Maintenance
Date: 4/15/2016 11:22:07 AM
Name: AhmadJay
Title: Division Director-Transportation Eng,Transportation Engineering&Construction Management
Date: 4/15/2016 12:55:51 PM
Name:NauthRookmin
Title: Management/Budget Analyst,Capital Construction&Maintenance Budget/Fiscal
Date: 4/15/2016 1:42:16 PM
Name: KhawajaAnthony
Title: Chief Engineer-Traffic Operations,Traffic Operations
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Date: 4/15/2016 2:11:20 PM
Name: KearnsAllison
Title:Manager-Financial&Operational Sprt, Capital Construction&Maintenance Budget/Fiscal
Date: 4/15/2016 3:13:49 PM
Name: KearnsAllison
Title: Manager-Financial&Operational Sprt, Capital Construction&Maintenance Budget/Fiscal
Date:4/15/2016 3:13:59 PM
Name: MarcellaJeanne
Title: Executive Secretary, Transportation Administration
Date:4/15/2016 3:46:36 PM
Name: TeachScott
Title: Deputy County Attorney,County Attorney
Date: 4/18/2016 7:32:15 AM
Name: IsacksonMark
Title: Division Director-Corp Fin&Mgmt Svc, Office of Management&Budget
Date:4/18/2016 10:41:34 AM
Name:KlatzkowJeff
Title: County Attorney,
Date: 4/18/2016 3:53:59 PM
Name: CasalanguidaNick
Title: Deputy County Manager, County Managers Office
Date:4/18/2016 5:12:17 PM
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AVE MARIA STEWARDSHIP COMMUNITY DISTRICT
AGREEMENT TO DEFEND COLLIER COUNTY AGAINST ACTIONS
RELATED TO ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE
THIS AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into this day of
, 2016,by and between:
Ave Maria Stewardship Community District, a local unit of special-purpose
government established pursuant to Chapter 2004-461, Laws of Florida and
located in Collier County, whose address is 2501A Burns Road, Palm Beach
Gardens. Florida 33410 (the"District"), and
Collier County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, whose mailing
address is 3299 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, Florida 34112 (the "County" and,
together with the District,the"Parties").
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the District was established for the purpose of planning, financing,
constructing, operating and/or maintaining certain infrastructure, including but not limited to
roadways; and
WHEREAS, the District residents desire to operate golf carts on the public roads and
streets-within the boundaries of the District; and
WHEREAS, Section 316.212, Florida Statutes, authorizes the County to designate certain
roadways for golf cart use; and
WHEREAS,the County has adopted Ordinance designating the public roads
and streets within the boundaries of the District for golf cart use; and
Now, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained in this
Agreement, it is agreed that the District shall defend and indemnify County in any suit, claim,
and actions related to the adoption, validity and enforcement of Ordinance with
the following covenants and conditions, which both the District and the County have agreed
upon;
1. INCORPORATION OF RECITALS. The recitals stated above are true and correct
and by this reference are incorporated herein as a material part of this Agreement.
2. DUTY TO DEFEND. Without waiving the District's sovereign immunity or the
District's limits of liability as set forth in Section 768.28, F lorida Statutes, the District agrees to
defend and indemnify Collier County and its agents and employees from all suits, actions, and
claims including attorney's fees and all costs of litigation and judgments regarding the adoption,
validity and enforcement of Ordinance designating the public roads and streets
within the boundaries of the District for golf cart use,
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3. DEFAULT. A default by either party under this Agreement shall entitle the other
to all remedies available at law or in equity, which may include, but not be limited to,the right of
damages, injunctive relief and/or specific performance.
4. ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT. In the event that either party is required
to enforce this Agreement by court proceedings or otherwise, then the prevailing party shall be
entitled to recover all fees and costs incurred, including reasonable attorney's fees and costs for
trial, alternative dispute resolution,or appellate proceedings.
5. AGREEMENT. This instrument shall constitute the final and complete
expression of this Agreement between the parties relating to the subject matter of this
Agreement.
6. AMENDMENTS. Amendments to and waivers of the provisions contained in
this Agreement may be made only by an instrument in writing which is executed by both of the
parties hereto.
7. AUTHORIZATION. The execution of this Agreement has been duly authorized
by the appropriate body or official of all parties hereto, each party has complied with all the
requirements of law, and each party has full power and authority to comply with the terms and
provisions of this instrument.
8. NOTICES. All notices, requests, consents and other communications hereunder
("Notices") shall be in writing and shall be delivered, mailed by First Class Mail, postage
prepaid,or overnight delivery service, to the parties,as follows:
A. If to District: Ave Maria Stewardship Community District
2501A Burns Road
Palm Beach Gardens,Florida 33410
With a copy to: Hopping Green& Sams, P.A.
119 S. Monroe Street, Suite 300
Tallahassee, Florida 32301
Attn: Jonathan T. Johnson
B. If to County: Collier County
3299 Tamiami Trail East
Naples, Florida 34112
Attn: Jeffrey A. Klatzkow
Except as otherwise provided herein, any Notice shall be deemed received only upon actual
delivery at the address set forth herein. Notices delivered after 5:00 p.m. (at the place of
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delivery) or on a non-business day, shall be deemed received on the next business day. If any
time for giving Notice contained in this Agreement would otherwise expire on a non-business
day, the Notice period shall be extended to the next succeeding business day. Saturdays,
Sundays and legal holidays recognized by the United States government shall not be regarded as
business days. Counsel for the parties may deliver Notice on behalf of the parties. Any party or
other person to whom Notices are to be sent or copied may notify the other parties and
addressees of any change in name or address to which Notices shall be sent by providing the
same on five(5)days written notice to the parties and addressees set forth herein.
9. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES. This Agreement is solely for the benefit
of the formal parties herein and no right or cause of action shall accrue upon or by reason hereof,
to or for the benefit of any third party not a formal party hereto. Nothing in this Agreement
expressed or implied is intended or shall be construed to confer upon any person or corporation
other than the parties hereto any right,remedy or claim under or by reason of this Agreement or
any provisions or conditions hereof; and all of the provisions,representations covenants and
conditions herein contained shall inure to the sole benefit of and shall be binding upon the parties
hereto and their respective representatives, successors and assigns.
10. ASSIGNMENT. Neither party may assign this Agreement or any monies to
become due hereunder without the prior written approval of the other party.
11. CONTROLLING LAW. This Agreement and the provisions contained herein
shall be construed, interpreted and controlled according to the laws of the State of Florida.
12. EFFECTIVE DATE. The Agreement shall be effective after execution by both
parties hereto and shall remain in effect unless terminated by either of the parties hereto.
13. PUBLIC RECORDS. Unless otherwise exempt from the provisions of chapter
119, Florida Statutes, parties understand and agree that documents provided to either party in
connection with this Agreement may be public records and may be treated as such in accordance
with Florida law.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties execute this Agreement to be effective the day
and year first written above.
ATTEST: AVE MARIA STEWARDSHIP
COMMUNITY DISTRICT r / 4-,09 l-/2' 1/21-1----
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Approved as to for and legality:
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BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA
ATTEST:
Dwight E. Brock,Clerk
DONNA FIALA, CHAIR
Jeffrey A. Klatzkow, —_--------
County Attorney
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RESOLUTION 2016-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF
THE AVE MARIA STEWARDSHIP COMMUNITY
DISTRICT EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY,
FLORIDA ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE
DESIGNATING THE PUBLIC ROADWAYS WITHIN THE
AVE MARIA STEWARDSHIP COMMUNITY DISTRICT
FOR GOLF CART USE, PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF
A TRAFFIC STUDY, PROVIDING FOR EXECUTION OF
AGREEMENT TO DEFEND COLLIER COUNTY AND
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Ave Maria Stewardship Community District ("District") is a local unit
of special purpose government created and existing pursuant to Chapter 2004-461, Laws of
Florida,being situated in Collier County,Florida; and
WHEREAS, the District was established for the single purpose of the provision of
government systems, facilities, services, improvements, works and infrastructure to the Ave
Maria Community, including among other things,roadways; and
WHEREAS, Section 316.212, Florida Statutes, prohibits use of golf carts on public
roads and streets except where such roadway has been designated by a county or municipality for
use by golf carts; and
WHEREAS, unaware at the time of the provisions of section 316.212, Florida Statutes,
the District has adopted procedures governing golf cart use within the District; and
WHEREAS, several hundred residents, are currently operating golf carts within the
District and builders and developers actively market this amenity in their sales; and
WHEREAS, the continued use of golf carts within the District is a high priority for the
residents and a key component of the Ave Maria Community lifestyle; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 2004-461, Laws of Florida, authorizes the District to adopt
resolutions as may be necessary for the conduct of district business;and
WHEREAS, the District desires to express support for Collier County's (the
"County") adoption of an ordinance designating the public roads and streets within the District
for golf cart use(the"Designation Ordinance"); and
WHEREAS, the District's Board of Supervisors (the"Board") finds that it is in the best
interests of the District to adopt by resolution the proposed Designation Ordinance and other
supporting documents.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS OF THE AVE MARIA STEWARDSHIP
COMMUNITY DISTRICT:
SECTION 1. The District hereby finds it is in the best interest of the District and its
residents to provide for designation of the public roadways for golf cart use and expresses
support for the County's adoption of the proposed Designation Ordinance in the form attached
hereto as Exhibit A. Further, District approves execution of the Agreement to Defend Collier
County Against Actions Related to Adoption of the Designation Ordinance attached hereto as
Exhibit B (the "Agreement to Defend"). District Manager shall transmit a copy of this
resolution, the Agreement to Defend, and the Golf Cart Traffic Study, attached hereto as Exhibit
C,to the County.
SECTION 2. If any provision of this resolution is held to be illegal or invalid, the other
provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3. This resolution shall become effective upon its passage and shall remain in
effect unless rescinded or repealed.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this) day of April,2016.
ATTEST: AVE MARIA STEWARDSHIP COMMUNITY
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ASSISTANT SECRETARY
CHAIRMAN
Exhibit A: Proposed Collier County Ordinance Designating Ave Maria Roadways for Golf
Cart Use
Exhibit B: Agreement to Defend Collier County Against Actions Related to Adoption of
Ordinance Designating Roadways for Golf Cart Use
Exhibit C: Golf Carts Traffic Study
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ORDINANCE NO. 2016-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA AMENDING ORDINANCE
NUMBER 2006-57 TO ADD A NEW SECTION ALLOWING FOR THE
USE OF GOLF CARTS UPON DESIGNATED COUNTY ROADS IN
THE TOWN OF AVE MARIA, FLORIDA, SUBJECT TO SPECIFIED
RESTRICTIONS; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF
LAWS AND ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND
SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Section 316.212(1), Florida Statutes, permits counties to allow golf carts
to be operated on county roads provided the county first determines that they may safely travel
on or cross such public roads or streets upon considering the speed, volume, and character of
motor vehicle traffic using those roads or streets; and
WHEREAS, Section 316.212(5), Florida Statutes, states that golf carts may only
operate on such public roads or streets during the hours between sunrise and sunset, unless
the governmental agency specifically determines that such golf carts may also safely operate
during the hours between sunset and sunrise and the golf carts possess headlights, brake
lights, turn signals and windshields.
WHEREAS, Section 316.212(8)(a), Florida Statutes, allows counties to enact
restrictions and regulations regarding golf cart operations that are more restrictive than those
contained in the state statutes as long as appropriate signs are posted or the residents are
otherwise informed that the regulation of golf cart operation in the designated area will be in
accordance with a stricter local ordinance and that such provisions only apply to unlicensed
drivers; and
WHEREAS, Section 316.212(8)(b), Florida Statutes, permits counties to allow golf
carts to be operated on sidewalks provided the county first determines that golf carts,
bicycles and pedestrians may safely share the sidewalk and restricts golf carts to maximum
speed of fifteen (15)miles per hour and sidewalks are at least eight(8) feet wide; and
WHEREAS, as of the effective date of this Ordinance, Trebilcock Consulting Solutions,
P.A., conducted a study to determine whether golf carts may safely travel on or cross roads or
streets located in the Town of Ave Maria (hereinafter referred to as "TAM" or "Ave Maria"),
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Florida, considering the following factors: speed, volume, and the character of motor
vehicle traffic using the relevant roads or streets; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners has determined that golf carts
may safely be operated in a limited manner on all public roads and streets in Ave Maria,
Florida, with the exception of designated portions of Ave Maria Boulevard, Anthem Parkway
and Pope John Paul II Boulevard, outside the town core/town center area where golf carts may
safely be operated on sidewalks with a minimum width of eight (8) feet. Within the town
core/town center areas, golf carts shall operate on the roadways and not sidewalks.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners desires to provide additional
regulations for the operation of golf carts on designated roads and streets in Ave Maria located in
Collier County, Florida; and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners believes that regulations proposed in
this Ordinance promote and enhance the health, safety and welfare of its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLIER COUNTY,FLORIDA that:
SECTION ONE: ORDINANCE NO. 2006-57 IS AMENDED TO ADD A NEW
SECTION ALLOWING FOR THE USE OF GOLF CARTS UPON
DESIGNATED COUNTY ROADS IN THE TOWN OF AVE MARIA,
FLORIDA, SUBJECT TO SPECIFIED RESTRICTIONS, TO READ
AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 130- : Use of golf carts upon designated public roads and streets in Ave Maria,
Collier County,Florida.
1. The tei iu "golf cart" is defined as stated in Florida Statutes, subsection 320.01(22), as a
motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for
sporting or recreational purposes, and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of twenty
(20) miles per hour.
2. The term "public roads and streets" shall mean those roadways and streets that are open
and available for public use and as such are part of the county road system, as defined by
section 334.03, Florida Statutes.
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3. Golf carts may be operated on the roads and streets in Ave Maria, Florida, with the
exception of designated portions of Ave Maria Boulevard, Anthem Parkway and Pope John
Paul II Boulevard, where they are to be operated on sidewalks at least eight (8) feet wide, as
depicted in the attached Exhibit "A." Golf carts shall not be operated on sidewalks in Ave
Maria, Florida, with the exception of designated portions along Ave Maria Boulevard,
Anthem Parkway and Pope John Paul II Boulevard as depicted in the attached Exhibit "A."
This designation is in accordance with Florida Statute, Section 316.212.
4. In addition to the requirements of Florida Statute Section 316.212, which are applicable to
the operation of golf carts on the aforementioned designated roads, streets and sidewalks,the
following restrictions shall also apply:
(a) All persons operating golf carts subject to this Ordinance must be a minimum of fifteen
(15)years of age,and hold a valid driver's license or a restricted license issued within the
United States (or equivalent foreign driver's license). All persons operating golf carts
pursuant to a restricted license (hereinafter referred to as an"unlicensed driver"), must be
in possession of a valid restricted license at all times while operating a golf cart on the
designated public roads.
(b) The number of occupants in any golf cart operated by an unlicensed driver on the
designated streets and roads shall be restricted to the number of seats on the golf cart. No
occupants of a golf cart operated by an unlicensed driver shall stand at any time while the
golf cart is in motion.
(c) Prior to operation of golf carts under this Ordinance,all golf carts may be registered with
the Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (hereinafter referred to as the
"District"). With help and cooperation of Collier County Sheriff's Office, the District
shall develop and distribute appropriate literature advising safe operation of the golf
carts,and organize and conduct voluntary periodic inspections.
(d) All golf carts operated under this Ordinance shall be restricted to a maximum attainable
speed of twenty (20) miles per hour. All golf carts operating on sidewalks shall be
restricted to a maximum speed of fifteen(15)miles per hour.
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(e) All golf carts operating subject to this Ordinance must be equipped with efficient
brakes, reliable steering, safe tires, a rearview mirror, and r e d reflectorized warning
devices in both the front and rear at all times while operated on the designated roads
and streets in Ave Maria, Florida.
(f) All golf carts may only be operated on the designated roadways and sidewalks during
the hours between sunrise and sunset, unless the District has authorized that golf carts
may safely be operated beyond the hours from sunrise to sunset and the golf cart is
equipped with functioning headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and a windshield.
(g) Before golf carts may be operated by unlicensed drivers under this section, the owners
thereof must purchase and maintain liability insurance insuring against personal injury
and damage to property of any nature relative to the operation of golf carts on the
designated roadways and sidewalks.
5. Violations of this section shall constitute a non-criminal infraction enforceable pursuant to
the provisions of Florida Statutes, Section 316.212(9).
6. The District shall post signs along the designated District roads, streets and
sidewalks where golf cart operation is allowed advising motorists of the possible
presence of golf cart traffic, and alerting the public that the operation of such golf carts
is subject to the various requirements of this Ordinance. All signing and marking shall be
installed and maintained by the District in accordance with the County approved signing and
marking plan. Any future revisions or change shall be approved by the County Traffic
Operations Staff prior to implementation.
SECTION TWO: INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES.
The provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Code of
Laws and Ordinances of Collier County, Florida. The sections of the Ordinance may be
renumbered or re-lettered to accomplish such, and the word "ordinance" may be changed to
"section," or any other appropriate word.
SECTION THREE: CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY.
In the event this Ordinance conflicts with any other Ordinance of Collier County or
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other applicable law, the more restrictive shall apply. If any phrase or portion of the
Ordinance is held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such
portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion.
SECTION FOUR: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall take effect upon filing with the Florida Department of State.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida this day of ,2016.
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: By:
DEPUTY CLERK Donna Fiala, CHAIR
Approved as to form and legality:
Jeffrey A. Klatzkow,
County Attorney
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Golf Carts Traffic Study
The Town of Ave Maria
Collier County, FL
02-22-2016
Prepared for: Prepared by:
Ave Maria Stewardship Community Dist. Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA
c/o Ave Maria Development, LLLP 1205 Piper Boulevard, Suite 202
2600 Golden Gate Parkway Naples, FL 34110
Naples, FL 34105 Phone: 239-566-9551
Phone: 239-262-2600 Email:
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The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—February 2016
Statement of Certification
I certify that this Golf Carts Traffic Study has been prepared by me or under my
immediate supervision and that I have experience and training in the field of Traffic and
Transportation Engineering.
111/1/ Digitally signed by
Norman J Norman J.Trebilcock P.E.
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DN:cn=Norman J.
No.47116 Trebilcoc Trebilcock P.E.47116,
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Solutions,PA,ou=Norman
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4711 Date:2016.03.07 14:37:13
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Norman J. Trebilcock, AICP, P.E.
FL Registration No. 47116
Trebilcock Consulting Solutions, PA
1205 Piper Boulevard, Suite 202
Naples, FL 34110
Company Cert. of Auth. No. 27796
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The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—February 2016
Table of Contents
Town of Ave Maria —General Description 4
Golf Cart Transportation General Considerations 6
State Regulations 7
Vehicular Traffic Analysis 10
Recommendations/Conclusions: 20
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Ave Maria—SRA Master Plan 21
Appendix B: Section 316.212, Florida Statutes 23
Appendix C: Collier County—Roadways Functional Classification 26
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The Town of Ave Maria—Golf Carts Traffic Study—February 2016
Town of Ave Maria - General Description
The Town of Ave Maria (herein referred to as TAM or as Ave Maria) is a master planned
mixed-use community located east of Interstate 75 (1-75), south of Immokalee Road (CR
846), north of Oil Well Road (CR 858), and west of Camp Keais Road, in Eastern Collier
County.
The Ave Maria development consists of approximately 5,027 acres located in Sections
31 through 33 (Township 47 South, Range 29 East) and Sections 4 through 9 and 16
through 18 (Township 48 South, Range 29 East), in Collier County.ty, For a general location
map refer to Fig. 1.
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The Town of Ave Maria Stewardship Receiving Area(SRA)
The Town of Ave Maria (TAM) has been planned under an innovative rural planning
strategy created for lands located in eastern Collier County called the Collier County
Rural Lands Stewardship Area or RLSA. The TAM is planned in accordance with the
goals, objectives, and policies contained in Collier County's Growth Management Plan,
and the development standards contained in the Land Development Code for the RLSA.
The RLSA encourages the retention of agriculture, protection of natural resources, and
diversification of the rural economy by application of an incentive based land use
overlay system. The RLSA promotes the planning and development of new communities
in the rural area to accommodate population growth in a more compact, self-sufficient,
and sustainable manner than was previously allowed. Under the RLSA Overlay,
Stewardship Credits are generated from the designation of Stewardship Sending Areas
(SSAs), which are areas designated for protection of natural resources and agriculture,
and utilization of those credits to entitle development in Stewardship Receiving Areas
(SRAs) where new communities are permitted and natural resource values are low. The
TAM is the first SRA to be designated under the RLSA program.
The Ave Maria—SRA Master Plan is illustrated in Appendix A.
The Town of Ave Maria Development of Regional Impact (DRI)/Stewardship Receiving
Area (SRA)
The Collier County Board of County Commissioners approved the TAM DRI and SRA on
June 14, 2005, with Development Order #2005-01 (Resolution #2005-235) and
Resolution #2005-234A, respectively. The development was subsequently amended
numerous times and revised accordingly. In 2014 the DRI was repealed with Collier
County Resolution#14-222, and land uses were updated as well.
The TAM project most recent land use update was approved in October 2014 by Collier
County Resolution #14-222 for the following: 11,000 residential dwelling units; 690,000
gross square feet of retail/service; 510,000 square feet of office; 400 hotel rooms; 6,000
student university with ancillary uses and 600,000 square feet of light industrial/
warehousing. In addition to the DRI threshold uses described above, the TAM may
include up to 450 units of assisted living facilities, 148,500 square feet of civic,
community and miscellaneous facilities, 35,000 square feet of medical facilities, public
and private schools, churches and other places of worship, uses such as golf courses,
lakes, open spaces and community support facilities, and those uses customarily
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associated with a university such as student and administration housing, recreation and
sports areas, and support facilities.
Ave Maria Stewardship Community District
The Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (AMSCD) was created as the best
alternative as required by Section 189.404(2)e3., F.S. and established by law, pursuant
to the provisions of Chapter 2004-461, Laws of Florida.
AMSCD is a limited, single and specialized purpose Local Government whose single and
specialized purpose is to provide infrastructure, including community development
systems, facilities, services, projects, and improvements to the Ave Maria community.
The AMSCD requested, on behalf of the residents, to speak under public petition at the
March 24, 2015 meeting of the Board of County Commissioners asking that Collier
County designate the District roadways for golf cart use.
Golf Cart Transportation - General Considerations
The growing awareness of the need for energy savings for everyday activities have led a
growing number of communities to seek out alternative transportation options for local
and convenience trips. Golf carts offer a readily available technology that can be
adapted for this purpose.
The State of Florida has adopted regulations allowing local governments the option to
permit golf carts on local roads. Nationally, the trend appears to be growing as well
with communities from California to Texas to Indiana having recently permitted, golf
carts access to local roads.
Golf cart communities have become commonplace throughout the State of Florida. In
East Florida, the City of Lake Helen (Volusia County) and the City of Flagler Beach
(Flagler County) have approved golf cart use upon city streets designated and approved
pursuant to their Land Development Codes (LDC's). In Central Florida, The Villages
development on the northern fringe of the Orlando Metropolitan Area has shown how a
community designed with golf cart use in mind can create an opportunity that allows
and encourages residents to use alternative transportation options to dominate the
travel patterns for local and convenience travel.
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Sun City Center is a large senior community located in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area.
Golf carts may be operated on all public streets within the Sun City Center community
subject to certain restrictions.
This golf cart study is prepared for the TAM and includes a vehicular traffic analysis of
the community, safety concern considerations, and volume and character of motor
vehicular traffic. The Ave Maria streets were evaluated for compatibility with golf cart
use, and the demand patterns that emerged from the survey and associated analysis
leading to a potential program area. This information is supplemented with a review of
relevant Florida Statutes (F.S.), the Manual of Uniform Minimum Standards (MUMS) for
Design, Construction and Maintenance for Streets and Highways (aka FL Greenbook),
FDOT Traffic Engineering Manual (TEM) and a review of Collier County Land
Development Code guidelines.
Relevant State Regulations
A motor vehicle is defined in the Section 316.003 and described in Section 320.01, F.S.
as an automobile, motorcycle, truck, trailer, semitrailer, truck tractor and semitrailer
combination, or any other vehicle operated on the roads of this State, used to transport
persons or property, and propelled by power other than muscular power. The term
does not include bicycle, motorized scooter, electric personal assistive mobility device,
swamp buggy or moped.
A golf cart is defined in Section 320.01(22), F.S. as "a motor vehicle that is designed and
manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and
that is not capable of exceeding speeds of 20 miles per hour."
The operation of golf carts on public roads is guided by Section 316.212, F.S.—Operation
of golf carts on certain roadways. A complete copy of Section 316.212, F.S. is provided
in Appendix B.
Roadways designation for golf cart use
Pursuant to Section 316.212, F.S., the operation of golf carts upon the public roads or
streets of this state is prohibited except as provided herein:
1. Golf carts may be operated only upon a county road that has been designated by a
county, or a municipal street that has been designated by a municipality, for use of golf
carts, provided the local government first determines that golf carts may safely travel on
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or cross the public road considering factors including the speed, volume, and character
of the motor vehicle traffic using the road or street.
2. Golf carts may cross a portion of the State Highway System which intersects a county
road or municipal street; may cross at midblock, where a golf course is constructed on
both sides of the highway if the Department of Transportation has reviewed and
approved the location and design of the crossing and any traffic control devices needed
for safety purposes.
Section 316.640, F.S., gives authority to the sheriff's office of each county to enforce all
of the traffic laws of this state on all streets throughout the county wherever the public
has the right to travel by motor vehicle. Further, pursuant to section 316.006(3)(b), F.S.,
a county may exercise jurisdiction over any roads owned or controlled by a special
district, located in the unincorporated area of the county if the parties owning such
roads enter into an interlocal traffic control agreement with the county and sheriffs
office.
Many of the Ave Maria roadways are owned and maintained by the AMSCD. These
roads are open to the public and located within the unincorporated part of Collier
County. As such, pursuant to Section 316.212, F.S., Collier County has the authority to
designate these roads for golf cart use.
Golf Carts Drivers and Driver Qualifications
The State rules set forth some minimum standards for the equipment required on golf
carts, hours of operation and minimum qualifications for golf cart drivers.
Section 316.212(8), F.S. allows the local government to impose some more restrictive
guidelines for golf carts and drivers as well as determining the hours of use and those
roads eligible for use.
The State of Florida considers the operation of a motor vehicle a privilege—not a right—
which one must earn by proving that he or she is a good driver. The extension by the
State to the operation of golf carts away from the golf course is likewise a privilege.
State statutes permit drivers as young as age 14 to operate golf carts on public roads.
Otherwise the statute does not have any specific requirements for the drivers.
Based on our coordination with Collier County Transportation Staff and guidelines from
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similar Florida communities that allow golf carts on many of their streets, the following
provisions are recommended:
1. The driver shall hold a valid Driver's License or Lerner's Permit (aka Restricted
License) issued from the State of Florida, or other valid State license for out of town
visitors, as applicable. For state of Florida residents, this effectively sets the
minimum age of permitted drivers to be 15. Drivers shall be in possession of their
driver's license or learner's permit while operating the golf cart.
2. AMSCD should provide a "Golf Cart Drivers Handbook" for its residents,to cover safe
operation of golf carts within the Ave Maria boundaries under current Florida law.
The driver should be required to review this handbook to ensure community safety
and to promote knowledge of applicable Florida laws regarding the use of golf carts
for travel. This handbook should include information on the areas of the Ave Maria
where carts may be used and areas where they are prohibited. Approved crossing
points for State and County roads should be specially noted.
3. The AMSCD shall require insurance for golf carts to be used on public roads. This
insurance appears to be readily available from current vendors as an addition to
automobile or homeowner's insurance policies.
Golf Carts Hours of Operation
Pursuant to Section 316.212, F.S., "a golf cart may be operated only during the hours
between sunrise and sunset, unless the responsible government entity has determined
that a golf cart may be operated during the hours between sunset and sunrise and the
golf cart is equipped with headlights, brake lights,turn signals, and a windshield."
The AMSCD may choose to specify hours of operation for carts.
Golf Carts Minimum Equipment
Pursuant to Section 316.212, F.S., "a golf cart must be equipped with efficient brakes,
reliable steering apparatus, safe tires, a rearview mirror, and red reflectorized warning
devices in both front and rear."
Golf Carts—Roadways Speed Limits and Sidewalk Operations
Section 316.212, F.S., gives the county discretion to determine whether golf carts may
safely travel on a public road, after considering factors including the speed, volume, and
character of motor vehicle traffic using the road, However, Section 316.2126, F. S.,
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which governs municipal use of golf carts and utility vehicles, states that municipalities
may only use golf carts on state roads that have a posted speed limit of 30 miles per
hour or less. After considering the above-described factors and in coordination with
county staff, this report determines that golf carts should only be operated on Ave
Maria roadways that have a posted speed limit of 30 mile per hour or less.
Pursuant to Section 316.212(8), F.S., "a local governmental entity may enact an
ordinance relating to golf cart operation on sidewalks adjacent to specific segments of
municipal streets, county roads, or State highways within the jurisdictional territory
of the local governmental entity if the ordinance restricts golf carts to a maximum
speed of 15 miles per hour and permits such use on sidewalks adjacent to State
highways only if the sidewalks are at least 8 feet wide."
The minimum requirements considered for the Ave Maria sidewalks/pathways were
evaluated in coordination with county staff, with the following recommendations to
permit safe operations by pedestrians, bicyclists and golf carts:
1. Golf carts would not be permitted on sidewalk/pathways less than 8 ft wide
(exclusive use by pedestrians and bicyclists).
2. Golf carts using sidewalk/pathways between 8 ft and less than 12 ft wide shall be
restricted to one way direction of travel, which would match the right side of
roadway convention.
3. Sidewalks/pathways equal to, or greater than 12 ft in width will permit two way
direction of travel by golf carts.
Vehicular Traffic Analysis
The communities where golf carts have become the most successful in filling a role in
local transportation are those communities where golf cart use is encouraged and
supported as an integral part of community life. To the extent that cart usage becomes
integrated into the community fabric, the volume of trips that are met by this type of
vehicle will increase.
Pursuant to Section 316.212(2)(c), F.S., "the department may authorize the operation
of golf carts on such a road if: 1) the road is the only available public road along which
golf carts may travel or cross or the road provides the safest travel route among
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alternative routes available; and 2) the speed, volume, and character of motor vehicular
traffic using the road is considered in making such a determination." This statute
applies to use of a golf cart on a state road that has been designated for transfer to a
local government unit and thus the criteria listed are used as guidance in this report.
Golf Carts Safety Considerations
Safety is a primary consideration. Golf carts are not designed to withstand collisions,
offer relatively little protection for occupants and are relatively slow moving vehicles.
Mixing golf carts with vehicles on roads where traffic volumes are high and where traffic
is fast moving raises safety concerns if golf carts are allowed into the mix.
The more comfortable people feel using the golf carts, the more likely they are to avail
themselves of the opportunity.The Ave Maria Stewardship Community District (AMSCD)
can fulfill a role in this process in several ways. First, AMSCD shall conduct at least one
annual inspection to verify the carts are in good operating order and have the required
equipment. Second, the AMSCD should use a registration process to educate golf cart
drivers about the safety techniques, driving skill, and driving etiquette. This is
recommended to be done by having cart operators review a "Golf Cart Drivers
Handbook" as part of the registration process. Finally, the AMSCD can exclude specific
roads from eligible operating areas where it believes safety considerations outweigh the
desirability of allowing golf cart use and provide alternate pathways with appropriate
signage.
Ave Maria—Transportation Network
The TAM is a mixed-use community, planned using the principals of walkability and
self-sufficiency. The TAM consists of residential neighborhoods connected by a network
of low speed streets and sidewalks, a mixed-use town center, where residents and
students will be provided essential goods and services, civic gathering places,
entertainment, dining, employment, and housing. The Community Facility District
accommodates civic, institutional, governmental, and essential services necessary to
support Ave Maria residents. The wetland preserves, parks, and lakes establish the
open space and recreational framework of the Town. The Ave Maria University (AMU)
Campus accommodates a full range of educational, administrative, housing,
recreational, and support facilities to support university activities.
The TAM has direct access to Oil Well Road (CR-858) and to Camp Keais Road.
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The transportation network provides the pedestrian, motorists or bicyclists with
multiple route choices in traveling to a specific destination. This promotes a higher level
of mobility for all residents.
The roadway layout for Ave Maria is designed to encourage commercial vehicle traffic
through the commercial areas only. Care was taken in locating neighborhood
commercial uses in appropriate areas to minimize disruptions to the residential
neighborhoods.
Elements have been designed into the Ave Maria internal roadway system to avoid the
potential need for extensive traffic controls. The interconnected street system
promotes better circulation and improves intersection levels of service, thus reducing
the potential need for signalization.
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The Ave Maria transportation network promotes pedestrian and bicycle modes of
transportation. The design concept provides tight, interconnected streets in an effort to
encourage slow speeds and good vehicular circulation. This also promotes pedestrian
and bicycle modes of transportation. In particular,the design:
• Eliminates substantial speed differentials among the streets. The main entrance
road design is such that motorist will be slowed from the main entrance at Oil
Well Road, back to the point of entry into the university and town. This is
accomplished by introducing curves to the entrance road while also lowering the
posted speed limit. Additional traffic calming elements may be introduced to
further aid in encouraging lower vehicle speed on the various segments of the
main entrance road.
• Limits vehicle speeds by the use of such elements as narrow streets, on-street
parking, and interconnected blocks. The majority of the town residential, town
center,town core, and campus streets have the same posted speed limit.
• Provides an interconnected roadway system and pedestrian network. This calls
for many intersections. This type of design provides for better circulation, slower
speeds and encourages more use of the pedestrian and bicycle modes of
transportation.
• Limits the number of turn lanes. In a compact urban design, slower speeds are
encouraged in an effort to further promote pedestrian traffic, the intersection
right-of-way lines are not required to be radial at intersections and may be
angular.
• Traditional subdivision design incorporates the interconnected pedestrian
networks to provide numerous route choices for pedestrians.
The potential Ave Maria Conceptual Pedestrian Network Map, Fig. 2, shows the many
route choices for pedestrians. Please note that this is a conceptual plan and specific
improvements are constructed based on permit approvals.
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Roadways Functional Classification,
Functional classification is the process by which streets and highways are grouped into
classes, or systems, according to the character of service they are intended to provide
(FOOT Urban Boundary and Functional Classification Handbook, Chapter 2 — Acronyms
and Definitions). The functional classification of the Collier County roadway network is
illustrated in the Collier County Metropolitan Planning Organization—FOOT District One,
Map—Federal Functional Classification/Urban Boundaries—Collier County, as illustrated
in Appendix C: Collier County—Roadways Functional Classification.
Similar to the external county owned and maintained roadways, this report designates
Ave Maria Boulevard, John Paul II Boulevard, and Anthem Parkway functional
classification as minor collectors. (i.e. Camp Keais Road as depicted in Appendix C.) All
other roadways are considered local roadways for the purposes of this report.
Consistent with the Collier County roadway classification, a collector road is a roadway
providing access and traffic circulation service to a residential, institutional, commercial
and industrial area and secondarily provides for local through traffic. A local road or
street is a route providing service which is of relatively low traffic volume, serving short
trip length, or minimal through-traffic movements, and a high degree of access for
abutting properties.
Ave Maria—Volume Traffic Counts—Vehicle Speed Investigation
As illustrated in the Collier County PUD Master List, updated 10-01-2015, the Town of
Ave Maria (TAM) is currently partially developed. As such, the overall TAM traffic
volume is projected to increase as project develops.
A vehicle count — speed data collection was conducted at locations throughout Ave
Maria, between June 8, 2015 and June 22, 2015. The traffic monitoring location is
depicted in Fig. 3. The posted speed limits for Ave Maria roadways are depicted in Fig 4,
and the traffic monitoring summary is illustrated in Fig 5.
According to the FOOT Speed Zone Manual, a speed limit should not typically differ from
the 85th percentile speed or upper limit of the 10-mph pace by more than 3 mph, and it
shall not be less than 8 mph.
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Based on our traffic monitoring results, the local residential streets exhibit lower 85t"
percentile speeds and low daily traffic volume, while the two minor collectors illustrate
higher traffic volumes and 85t" percentile speeds in the 40-45mph range.
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Based on the traffic monitoring analysis, we recommend that golf carts be allowed to
share the Ave Maria streets with the exception of segments of roadway collectors: Ave
Maria Boulevard, Anthem Parkway and Pope John II Boulevard (as illustrated in Fig. 6).
On the street segments where golf carts are not allowed on the roadway, they shall be
permitted on joint use pathways that are a minimum of 8 feet wide. On the other Ave
Maria streets, the golf carts may be permitted to operate on the streets and not be
permitted to operate on sidewalks that are typically 5-6 feet wide.
Fig. 6—Recommended Roadways Not To Be Approved For Golf Carts
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Recommendations/Conclusions:
Based on the review of the safety characteristics of the key roadways including speed,
volume, and the character of motor vehicle traffic using the Ave Maria roadways, a
network of roadways and pathways is proposed toward golf cart use designation within
the community.
Our recommendation is to allow the operation of golf carts on the community local
streets and within the town core/town center areas of roadway collectors: Ave Maria
Boulevard and Pope John II Boulevard. We recommend that golf carts may not be
operated on the other portions of the collector roadways (as reflected in Fig. 6 — Ave
Maria Boulevard, Anthem Parkway and Pope John II Boulevard), and be permitted on
shared use pathways in these areas. Golf carts would not be permitted to operate on
the sidewalks on the local streets where the sidewalks are 5-6 feet wide, or on the
sidewalks within the town core/town center areas. A more detailed plan with
applicable signage is recommended and will be
submitted for review and approval by Collier
County Staff. Golf carts would not be permitted to
operate on external county roadways of Camp
Keais Road, or Oil Well Road (See Figure 7).
The suggested usage area is offered in concert
with recommendations on the minimum
equipment for individual golf carts, qualifications
of drivers and initial hours of operation to achieve
maximum system safety. A community handbook
i will be created by AMSCD to provide more specific
„= direction to those intending to use golf carts.
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Appendix B: Section 316.212, Florida Statutes
(2 Sheets)
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The 20z4 Florida 3tutotos
Title XV@ Chapter 316 View Entire Chaoter
MOTOR VEHICLES STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL
316.21z Operation of golf Carts on certain roadways, The operation of a golf cart upon the
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(1) A golf cart may be operated only upon a County road that has been designated by a county.or a
municipal street that has been designated by a municipality, for use by golf carts, Prior to making such a
designation the responsible local governmental entity must first determine that golf carts may safely
travel on or cross the public road or street,considering factors including the speed,volume,and
character of motor vehicle traffic using the roa or street.Upon a determination that golf carts stay be
safely operated on a designated road or Street,the responsible go*rmmm,menvty,xoovu`,
appropriate signs to indicate tha such operation is allowed.
(2) A golf cart may be operated on a part of the State Highway System only under the following
conditions:
(a) To cross a portio of the State Highway System which intersects a county road or municipal
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street mo�has been designated for use by golf carts if the Departmen of Transportation has r `/ewe
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and approved the location end design of the crossing and any traffic control device needed for safety
purposes.
(b) To cr oss,at midblock,a part of the State Highway System where a golf course is constructed on
both side of the highwa if the Department of Transportation has reviewed nd approved the location
and design of tire crossing arid any traffic control devices needed for safety purposes.
/c` A golf cart may be operated on a state road that has been designated for transfer to a local
government unit pursuant to , 335.0415 if the Department of Transportation determines that the
operation of a golf cart within the right-of-way of the road will not impede the safe and efficient flow of
motor vehicular traffic. The department may authorize the operation of golf carts on such a road if:
1. The road is the only available public road along which golf carts may travel or cross or the road
provides the safest travel route among alternative routes available;and
2. The speed,volume,and character of motor vehicular traffic using the road is considered in
making such a determination.
Upon its determination mat. golf carts may be operated on a given rom, the department shall post
appropriate signs or the road to indicate that such operation is allowed.
(3) Notwithstanding any othe provision of this section,a golf cart may be operate for the purpose
of crossing a street^,highway where a single mobile home park/,located cm both Sid' ormr,*�ot or
highway and/`mvm�»vmvt�,m�v'mxm*�.vmwo�tmtm=o�nnmentxomi—having original
jurisdiction over such street v,highway shall review and approve the location o/the crossing and
require implementation of arw trOffic controls needed br safety purposes.This subsc-cUon shall apply
only to residents or guests of the mobile home park. If notice is posted at the entrance and exit of any
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mobile home park where residents of the park operate golf Carts or electric vehicles within the confines
of the park,it is not necessary for the park to have a gate or other device at the entrance and exit in
order for such golf carts or electric vehicles to be lawfully operated in the park.
(4) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section.if authorized by the Division of Recreation
and Parks of the Department of Environmental Protection,a golf cart may be operated on a road that is
part of the State Park Road System if the posted speed limit is 35 mites per hour or less.
(5) A golf cart may be operated only during the hours between sunrise and sunset,unless the
responsible governmental entity has determined that a golf cart may be operated during the hours
between sunset and sunrise and the golf cart is equipped with headlights,brake lights,turn signals,and
a windshield.
(6) A golf cart must be equipped with efficient brakes,reliable steering apparatus, safe tires, a
rearview mirror,and red reftectorized warning devices in both the hoot and rear.
i; A golf cart may not he operated on public roads or streets by any person under the age of 14.
18 r A local governmental entity may enact an ordinance relating to:
rar Golf cart operation and equipment which is more restrictive than those enumerated in this
section, Upon enactment of such ordinance,the local governmental entity shall post appropriate signs
or otherwise inform the residents that such an ordinance exists and that it will he enforced within the
local government's jurisdictional territory.An ordinance referred to in this section must apply only to an
unlicensed driver.
(b) Golf cart operation on sidewalks adjacent to specific segments of municipal streets,county
roads,or state highways within the jurisdictional territory of the local governmental entity if:
t, The local governmental entity determines,after considering the condition and current use of the
sidewalks,the character of the surrounding community,and the locations of authorized golf cart
crossings, that golf carts,bicycles,and pedestrians may safely share the sidewalk;
2. The local governmental entity consults with the Department of Transportation before adopting
the ordinance;
3. The ordinance restricts golf carts to a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour and permits such use
on sidewalks adjacent to state highways only if the sidewalks are at least 8 feet wide:
4. The ordinance requires the golf carts to meet she equipment requirements in subsection(6).
However,the ordinance may require additional equipment, including horns or other warning devices
required by s.316_271:and
5. The local governmental entity posts appropriate signs or otherwise informs residents that the
ordinance exists and applies to such sidewalks.
(9) A violation of this section is a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable pursuant to chapter 318
as a moving violation for infractions of subsections(1)-(5)or a local ordinance corresponding thereto
and enacted pursuant to subsection(8),or punishable pursuant to chapter 318 as a nonmoving violation
for infractions of subsection(6),subsection(7),or a local ordinance corresponding thereto and enacted
pursuant to subsection(8).
History. s.t,ch.83.158;s.1,ch.84-111;c.2,:h.88-253;s.322,(h.55148;s.4,0,,96-413:s. 168,ch.99-248;s.
ch.moo 313;s.6,ch.3005-164:s. ch.2008 98;r.'IC,ch.2010-223.
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Appendix C: Collier County - Roadways Functional
Classification
(1 Sheet)
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