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Commission adopts resolution opposing offshore oil and gas leasing within 250 miles of Florida coast
Summary
The commission voted 3–2 to adopt a resolution opposing proposed offshore oil and gas exploration and leasing within 250 miles of Florida’s coastline and directed staff to transmit the city’s position to federal agencies and lobbyists.
The City Commission adopted a resolution on June 10 opposing offshore oil and gas development within 250 miles of Florida’s coast and directed staff to transmit the city’s position to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management and other state and federal contacts.
Adam (city staff) presented background: a national Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) request for information raised the possibility that areas currently subject to moratoria could be considered for future leasing programs. Adam told the commission the…
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