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Commission approves feasibility study for Fort Island Trail boat ramp expansion; vote 3–2 after debate over funding source
Summary
The county authorized a feasibility study and preliminary concept plans for Fort Island Trail Park to explore expanded boat-trailer parking and additional launch slips, approving up to $50,000 for the study to be funded from impact fees after debate over whether boat-launch fees should instead pay for the work.
Citrus County commissioners on Oct. 7 approved a feasibility study and preliminary concept plans for expanding the Fort Island Trail Park boat ramps and trailer parking, authorizing staff to use up to $50,000 in impact-fee funding to complete the study.
Eric Head, Citrus County services director, told the board the Fort Island Trail facility is frequently beyond capacity on busy weekends and seasonal peaks; the study will evaluate capacity, permitting and concept designs for a full build-out and possible phased construction. Head said some grant options remain available, and that a successful design and permit package would be required before pursuing construction grants such as the Florida Boating Improvement…
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