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ATTACHMENT A

PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL

RESOURCES

COMMERCIAL WATER-BASED CHARTER

BOAT AND TOUR OPERATOR PERMIT PILOT

PROGRAM PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES

A. PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE:

To define the procedures and guidelines for the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Permit Program which permits businesses to provide recreational fishing trips, sightseeing tours, and dive trips from designated Sarasota County owned or operated park, beach or other property. The County desires these permitted services which enhance the Vision and Mission of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR).

MISSION: To provide clean, safe and inclusive parks with diverse opportunities for all.

VISION: A dynamic parks system that is essential to quality of life and enriches our community through participation, connection, and diverse recreational opportunities.

VALUES: Stewardship, Innovation, Respect, Teamwork, Quality of Life

Additionally, the County desires to accomplish the following program goals with the delivery of permitted services:

Manage and balance access for public and Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators alike.

Provide clear guidelines.

Protect, respect, and preserve our outstanding natural resources.

Support natural resource-based recreational opportunities through environmental stewardship.

Promote visitors’ reconnections with nature and eco-tour water-based experiences.

B. BACKGROUND:

Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR) staff track unpermitted activity when received from citizens or when directly observed. There has been an increase in unpermitted businesses, including fishing charters and tours, that provide a variety of services for remuneration on or within County Parks and Beaches. Not only do staff observe unpermitted activity, but patrons and permitted vendors also bring it to staff’s attention. When staff encounter activities in violation of County Code and park rules, staff communicate, educate and seek voluntary compliance in the

Page | 2 management of unpermitted activity. If unpermitted activity continues to occur, then staff will take appropriate action to enforce the Sarasota County Code (Sec 90- 33).

In August 2022, Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR) staff completed Board Assignment No. 22-015, which requested staff to research the development of a permit program for fishing charter and/or tour boats within the County water access parks that would legally allow this type of activity.

This was in response to an increase in unauthorized commercial watercraft using parks and amenities as the pick-up and drop-off location for guests of private charters. In the Board Assignment, staff reported several considerations and possible challenges associated with starting a permit program for fishing charter and/or tour boats within the County water access parks.

On October 24, 2023, at the Board of County Commissioners (Board) meeting, the Board requested that the County Administrator bring back to the Board guidance on the potential composition of a task force to investigate unauthorized commercial activity. On January 30, 2024, at the Board meeting, PRNR staff presented a draft proposal for the task force concerning commercial water-based charter boat and tour operators.

On January 30, 2024, the Board provided direction to bring back a resolution to establish a task force for Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators.

On February 21, 2024, the Board adopted Resolution No. 2024-026 establishing the Task Force for Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators.

On April 23, 2024, the Board appointed five individuals to serve on the Task Force for Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators with two individuals as Charter Tour Operator representatives, two individuals as Water Access/Marina Property Owners or Charter Boat Operators with a Lease of Land Abutting the Marine Park District and one individual as a Community Member At-Large Representative (multiple actions).

On September 11, 2024, the Board accepted the Task Force Report as presented with the exception to allow two permits, per company, per zone. The Board directed the County Administrator and County Attorney to bring back the new updated language in the Chapter 90 Ordinance.

On October 22, 2024, the Board adopted Ordinance No. 2024-065 amending Chapter 90, Article II. of the County Code, relating to managing unauthorized commercial activity, updating delegation of authority for approval of fees for use of County parks and making additional policy updates.

On June 3, 2025, the Board voted to delay the implementation of the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators Permit Program for six months for a report from County staff at that time.

On January 27, 2026, the Board voted and approved the proposed Pilot Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators Permit Program and associated Scope of Services.

Sarasota County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 90 - PARKS, RECREATION AND PUBLIC LANDS: Sec. 90-33. - Prohibited conditions, activities or uses: (a)(12) “The sale of food or drink of any kind, the sale or rental of kites, athletic equipment, sports equipment, or any other items or the provision of services for remuneration. Provided, however, that the County

Page | 3 may issue a Permit, or enter into license agreements, leases or other agreements for the sale or rental of any of the above on such terms and conditions as the County shall deem proper and in the best interest of the citizens of the County.”

C. RESOURCES

CAPRA Standard

Chapter 6.5 (Cooperative Recreation Programming) Attachments/Other Resources Appendix A Site Specific Procedures and Guidelines – North County Zone Appendix B Site Specific Procedures and Guidelines – South County Zone

D. DEFINITIONS:

Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator: is defined as any business who is properly permitted that provides recreational charter fishing trips or excursion tours from designated Sarasota County owned or operated park, water access, or other property, and accepts compensation for such activity. The term “Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator” is further defined to include the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV 6-pack) license, which allows up to six (6) paying passengers for hire. This definition explicitly excludes “bareboat charter” rentals, jet ski or personal watercraft rentals.

Commercial Activity: directly or indirectly promoting or selling commercial services through giveaways, sales, rentals, or any other exchange of value.

Water-based: involves activities conducted in or on the water that encompass both marine and inland waterway activities that rely on water for their appeal.

Charter Boat: a vessel that is rented to individuals or groups for recreational charter fishing, which includes a captain and/or crew to navigate and operate the vessel.

Tour Operator: indicates that the business provides a planned excursion or tour for a group of people, which is a type of charter.

Bareboat Charter: The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) defines a bareboat charter (or demise charter) as a contractual agreement where the vessel owner completely surrenders possession, command, and navigation of the vessel to the charterer.

E. PROCEDURE:

1. General Requirements and Information:

a. Permit holders are to maintain an up-to-date list of company employees and submit any changes to the Administrative Agent or designee.

b. Permit holders shall provide a briefing to all customers prior to any tour or rental, to include an overview of proper interaction with natural resources, safety guidelines and applicable laws, such as:

1. Adherence to the ethical eco-tourism guideline of “Leave only footprints, take only pictures.”

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2. Prohibition against feeding, touching or disturbing any plant, wildlife or habitat.

3. Prohibition against gathering, trimming or removing any vegetation.

4. Fishing pursuant to Federal, State, and Local guidelines is permissible only with a valid Florida Fishing License, if required.

5. Prohibition of fish processing including the cleaning, filleting, or processing of fish by commercial charter and tour operators on all County park property, including but not limited to docks, seawalls, boat ramps, and parking areas. All commercial catch must be landed in a whole condition or processed off-site at a private facility or on-board the vessel if compliant with state law.

Disposal of fish remains (offal) into park waters or waste receptacles is prohibited per Sarasota County Code.

c. When within a park, permit holders are responsible for cleaning up after themselves, their employees and customers.

d. Permit holders must have appropriate staffing to ensure the safe operation of vessels during and upon return from charters and/or tours.

Vessels shall not be left unattended.

e. Permit holders are not to interfere with the use and/or enjoyment of any Sarasota County park and/or beach by the general public.

f. Permit holders are not permitted to trim, alter or remove any vegetation on park property.

g. While conducting activities within a Sarasota County park, the Permit holder and Permit holder staff shall refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages.

h. Permit holders must abide by all posted park rules, County Facility Rules and Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Permit Procedures and Guidelines.

i. Unless otherwise designated, no dogs or other animals are allowed, except for service animals.

j. Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources does not provide a weather monitoring system or associated alerts/advisories to park users.

The determination to be outdoors during adverse weather conditions rests solely with park users. Lightning and other weather-related phenomena are known hazards, and everyone has a responsibility to monitor their environment.

k. All Permit holder employees shall be, at all times, easily identified for the company they represent by wearing an appropriate uniform shirt with company logo.

l. Recreational users not part of a charter, tour, or commercial rental are not required to register, pre-schedule launches or pay any fees and may launch at any time.

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m. Permit holders are prohibited from:

1. Canvassing with any brochures, flyers, or other promotional literature, verbal callouts and giveaways.

n. Permit holders may:

1. Display banners, logos and signs painted on or attached to vessel or vessel hull are permissible, provided they are permanently affixed to said vessel.

2. Display one (1) A-frame sign for active use only authorized during the expeditious pick-up and drop-off of passengers. All non-vessel signage must be removed from park property immediately following the loading/unloading period. Signage must not block pedestrian walkways or violate ADA accessibility standards.

o. Refer to Appendix A for Site Specific Procedures and Guidelines for North County Zone

p. Refer to Appendix B for Site Specific Procedures and Guidelines for South County Zone

2. Equipment:

a. All Permit holders must provide appropriate safety equipment as required by all applicable Local, State and Federal laws and/or ordinances.

b. All vessels, personal flotation devices, and additional safety equipment must remain in good condition at all times.

c. Charter and tour guides must have U.S. Coast Guard approved signaling device(s) and a safety towing device.

3. Pick-up and Drop-off:

a. Permit Holders shall conduct their primary commercial operations, including vessel launching, retrieval, staging, embarkation, and disembarkation activities, from the Park Location assigned to their permit. Permit Holders may pick up or drop off customers at other County-authorized Locations within their permitted zone provided such activity is secondary to a trip originating from or returning to the assigned Park Location. Permit Holders shall not regularly stage vessels, launch vessels, retrieve vessels, advertise services, maintain equipment, or otherwise conduct primary commercial operations from a Location other than the Park Location assigned to their permit unless approved in writing by the County.

b. All Permit holder vessels arriving or departing from a designated park must have a permit medallion securely attached to their vessel prior to arriving, during, and upon return to designated park location.

c. Permit holders shall provide customers with a navigational guide detailing the local water area, designated activity zones, known hazards and off-limit areas, reinforcing that any violations may result in a citation and/or injury.

4. Recording and Reporting:

a. Permit holders must maintain a record of each customer’s name and local contact number to aid with locating the customer in the event of an emergency.

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b. If a customer reports an injury or accident to a Permit holder or if a Permit holder is aware of an injury or accident that requires medical services, Permit holder shall notify County staff or assigned Administrative Agent within 24 hours of incident.

c. Permit holder shall keep a record of all accident reports for two (2) years after each event; all records shall be available to Sarasota County personnel upon request.

d. All monthly participant numbers shall be logged prior to the vessels departing via the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Launch Reporting Form as provided by County staff. In the event the Reporting Form is unavailable, all participant numbers must be reported to County staff and/or the assigned Administrative Agent.

5. Violations/Permit Revocation:

a. The County reserves the right to perform inspections and/or reviews with or without advanced notice, and to delay and/or suspend any permitted operator found to be out of compliance with the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Permit Program until the violation is corrected. Violation of any aspect of the Procedures and Guidelines may result in termination.

b. If a Permit holder or its employee(s) violates the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Permit Program with curable actions the following will occur:

1. First notice of curable action within a single permit program year:

Permit holder is provided notification of violation and violation must be corrected prior to resuming operations.

2. Second notice of curable action within a single permit program year: Permit holder is provided notification of violation and violation must be corrected prior to resuming operations.

3. Third notice of curable action within a single permit program year: Permit holder is provided notification of violation, Permit holder is issued a three (3) day suspension of permit privileges at County’s discretion and violation must be corrected prior to resuming operations.

4. Fourth notice of curable action within a single permit program year: Permit holder is provided notification of violation, Permit holder is issued a seven (7) day suspension of permit privileges at County’s discretion and violation must be corrected prior to resuming operations.

5. Fifth notice of curable action within a single permit program year: Permit holder is provided notification of violation. County will consider all options to terminate permit.

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F. HISTORICAL RECORD

G. EVALUATION:

The PRNR Business Operations Division will review these procedures, guidelines, and included attachments annually or as needed.

Attachments:

1. Appendix A – Site Specific Procedures and Guidelines (North County

Zone)

2. Appendix B – Site Specific Procedures and Guidelines (South County

Zone)

[END ATTACHMENT A]

7/6/2026

DATE REVIEWER

Shawn Yeager

SIGNATURE

Shawn Yeager

Digitally signed by Shawn Yeager Date: 2026.07.06 12:24:38 -04'00'

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APPENDIX A

SITE SPECIFIC PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES

NORTH COUNTY ZONE

In addition to the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Permit Program Procedures and Guidelines, each identified zone and park locations within each zone have additional procedures and guidelines for use of the boat ramp/dock/sea wall access by the Permit holder. Failure to comply with these site-specific procedures and guidelines may result in actions as set forth in the Permit Program Procedures and Guidelines.

NORTH COUNTY ZONE

The North County Zone is comprised of two (2) park locations: Nora Patterson Bay Island Park and Turtle Beach Park.

County Park Name by Zone Sea Wall Dock / Boat Ramp

Proposed Zone

OUPV

Permits

Total Permits in

Zone

NORTH COUNTY ZONE 30

Nora Patterson Bay Island Park Yes/No A 20 Turtle Beach Park Public Boat Ramp

Yes/Yes A 10

Nora Patterson Bay Island Park

Nora Patterson Bay Island Park (South) is located at 946 Siesta Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243 Nora Patterson Bay Island Park is a County-owned and operated park within the City of Sarasota;

County Park rules and City of Sarasota codes and ordinances apply to all Permit holders and park visitors.

Park hours are 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Commercial operations for Permit holders shall be conducted only during official park hours.

The location has 165 feet of sea wall/dock space with mounted cleats located on the South portion of the park.

Amenities include fishing, picnic tables, and restroom facilities which are shared by all users of the park on a first-come, first-served basis, unless the space is specifically reserved. Permit holders shall not monopolize or obstruct these shared amenities for client staging or orientation to the exclusion of the general public.

Turtle Beach Park

Turtle Beach Park is located at 8918 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242 Turtle Beach Park is a County-owned and operated park; Sarasota County park rules, codes, and ordinances apply to all Permit holders and park visitors.

Park hours are 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. All other park amenities, including but not limited to restrooms, picnic tables, pavilions, and general parking are restricted to standard park hours.

Commercial operations for Permit holders shall be conducted only during official park hours.

The location has two (2) public boat ramps for motorized vessels and 400 feet of linear dock space with four (4) docks with access to Blind Pass Lagoon.

Amenities include parking, beach accesses, canoe/kayak launch, fishing pier, grills, picnic

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1. General:

a. Permit Holders shall conduct their primary commercial operations, which may occur seven days per week, including vessel launching, retrieval, staging, embarkation, and disembarkation activities, from the Park Location assigned to their permit.

b. County park staff are onsite during varying days and/or hours.

c. Permit Holders may pick up or drop off customers at other County-authorized Locations within their permitted zone provided such activity is secondary to a trip originating from or returning to the assigned Park Location. Permit Holders shall not regularly stage vessels, launch vessels, retrieve vessels, advertise services, maintain equipment, or otherwise conduct primary commercial operations from a Location other than the Park Location assigned to their permit unless approved in writing by the County.

d. Permit holders shall make use of courtesy docks, if available, to load and unload passengers so as not to hold up fellow boaters waiting to use boat ramp/sea wall/dock space. If vessels are scheduled for re-launch soon on the same day, County staff may authorize a longer time period, contingent upon available sea wall/dock space and capacity at the specified park location. Moor or Mooring means the act of docking, beaching, landing, intentional grounding, tying off or otherwise securing a Vessel. Moor or Mooring does not include Anchoring. Permit holders are permitted to moor but shall not in a manner as to impede, restrict, or otherwise interfere with the use of public docks, launching ramps, or other public waterfront facilities.

e. All Permit holder vessels that are launched must have a medallion attached in an easily visible location with the wording on the medallion unobstructed. Medallions must remain on the vessel during the entire time of its use from arriving, all time spent on the water, and upon return.

f. All launch numbers shall be logged prior to the vessels departing via the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Reporting Form as determined by County staff. In the event the Launch Reporting Form is unavailable, all launch numbers must be reported to County park staff.

g. While utilizing park property, permit holders are prohibited from selling any items other than charter boat and tour operator services.

h. Permit holders shall not secure 946 Siesta Drive, Nora Patterson Bay Island Park, 8918 Midnight Pass Road, or Turtle Beach Park on Google Maps, or similar applications.

i. Upon the issuance of a Hurricane Watch or Severe Weather Warning by the National Weather Service for Sarasota County, all permit holders must remove all vessels and trailers from park facilities immediately at the request of the County. The County reserves the right to temporarily close any boat ramp or parking area for emergency repairs, storm debris removal, or public safety assessments. Permit holders will be notified of such closures through Sarasota County Government staff and/or alerts.

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2. Parking:

a. Trailers and Company Vehicles

1. Permit holders must park only within the designated trailer parking spots.

Parking in areas not specifically marked for boat trailers or blocking ramps and walkways is prohibited. Unauthorized or improperly parked trailers are subject to ticketing and towing at the owner’s expense.

2. Only one Company Vehicle per designated trailer parking spot may be parked within the park location. If a Company has the maximum amount of two (2) permits in a single zone, then a second Company Vehicle may be allowed in the designated trailer parking spots.

3. A Company Vehicle shall mean a vehicle with or without a trailer affixed, which is used by a Permit holder, or its employees or guides, to transact business or to support operations. Any Company Vehicle must clearly display the County-issued medallion or decal on the front windshield or trailer tongue as specified by the County.

b. Permit holders shall park vehicles other than Company Vehicles (for example, employee or guide vehicles) in open public parking spaces within the park as available for general use by the public. Use of these spaces is subject to general public parking rules and does not grant commercial privileges.

c. Permit holders may leave one trailer, detached from a tow vehicle within a designated trailer parking spot, for no more than 24 hours, regardless if the Permit holder or Permit holder staff is onsite (including on the water). Any trailer left for more than 24 consecutive hours without prior written authorization from the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Department is considered a violation and may result in a citation or towing at the owner’s expense.

3. The PRNR Business Operations Division will review these site-specific procedures and guidelines annually or as needed for any updates or revisions.

4. Imagery:

NORA PATTERSON BAY ISLAND PARK LOCATION IMAGERY

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NORA PATTERSON BAY ISLAND PARK LOCATION IMAGERY

[IMAGE TAKEN OF THE SOUTH SEAWALL THAT HAS WOODEN PILINGS AND CLEATS ATTACHED]

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TURTLE BEACH PARK LOCATION IMAGERY

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TURTLE BEACH PARK LOCATION IMAGERY

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APPENDIX B

SITE SPECIFIC PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES

SOUTH COUNTY ZONE

In addition to the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Permit Program Procedures and Guidelines, each identified zone and park locations within each zone have additional procedures and guidelines for use of the boat ramp/dock/sea wall access by the Permit holder. Failure to comply with these site-specific procedures and guidelines may result in actions as set forth in the Permit Program Procedures and Guidelines.

SOUTH COUNTY ZONE

The South County Zone is comprised of three (3) parks and/or locations: Indian Mound Park, Marina Park and Boat Ramp (Venice), and Nokomis Beach Public Boat Ramp.

County Park Name by Zone Dock Space/

Boat Ramp

Proposed Zone

OUPV

Permits

Total Permits in

Zone

SOUTH COUNTY ZONE 30

Indian Mound Park Yes/Yes B 5 Marina Park and Boat Ramp (Venice)

Yes/Yes B 5

Nokomis Beach Public Boat Ramp Yes/Yes B 20

Indian Mound Park Indian Mound Park is located at 210 Winson Ave., Englewood, FL 34223 Indian Mound Park is a County-owned park; Sarasota County Park rules, codes and ordinances apply to all Permit holders and park visitors.

Park and boat ramp hours are 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. All park amenities, including but not limited to restrooms, picnic tables, pavilions, and general parking are restricted to standard park hours.

Commercial operations for Permit holders shall be conducted only during official park hours.

The location has two (2) boat ramps north and south. North and South docks are L-shaped and are 241 linear feet (each). The middle dock is 187 feet in length.

Amenities include boat ramp (motorized and non-motorized), canoe/kayak launch, fishing, picnic tables, pavilions and restroom facilities which are shared by all users of the park on a first-come, first-served basis, unless the space is specifically reserved. Permit holders shall not monopolize or obstruct these shared amenities for client staging or orientation to the exclusion of the general public.

Marina Park and Boat Ramp (Venice)

Marina Park and Boat Ramp is located at 301. E. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285 Marina Park and Boat Ramp is within City of Venice limits, maintained by Sarasota County, and owned by the West Coast Inland Navigation District (WCIND); Sarasota County park rules, codes, and ordinances apply to all Permit holders and park visitors.

Park and boat ramp hours are 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Commercial operations for Permit holders shall be conducted only during official park hours.

The location is on the east side of the Intracoastal Waterway, with access on the north side of East Venice Avenue next to the bridge. The park is adjacent to the historic Venice Train Depot.

The location has one (1) public boat with two (2) lanes to launch from for motorized vessels.

There is a dock on either side of the ramp measuring 92 feet in length with access to the

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Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).

Amenities include boat ramp and picnic shelters which are shared by all users of the park on a first-come-first served basis, unless the space is specifically reserved. Permit holders shall not monopolize or obstruct these shared amenities for client staging or orientation to the exclusion of the general public. Nearby restroom facilities at this location are located at Legacy Park and Venice Train Depot.

Nokomis Beach Public Boat Ramp

Nokomis Beach Public Boat Ramp is located at 101 Casey Key Road, Nokomis, FL 34275 Nokomis Beach Park is a County-owned park; Sarasota County park rules, codes, and ordinances apply to all Permit holders and park visitors.

Park hours are 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. The Boat Ramp is open 24 hours a day solely for the purpose of launching and retrieving watercraft. All other park amenities, including but not limited to restrooms, picnic tables, pavilions, and general parking are restricted to standard park hours. Commercial operations for Permit holders shall be conducted only during official park hours.

The location has one (1) public boat ramp with two (2) lanes to launch from for motorized vessels. There are docks on both sides of the ramp measuring 204 feet in total length with access to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW).

Amenities include beach access, boat ramp, canoe/kayak launch, fishing pier, grills, picnic shelters, pavilions, and restroom facilities which are shared by all users of the park on a first-come-first served basis, unless the space is specifically reserved. Permit holders shall not monopolize or obstruct these shared amenities for client staging or orientation to the exclusion of the general public.

1. General:

a. Permit Holders shall conduct their primary commercial operations, which may occur seven days per week, including vessel launching, retrieval, staging, embarkation, and disembarkation activities, from the Park Location assigned to their permit.

b. County park staff are onsite during varying days and/or hours.

c. Permit Holders may pick up or drop off customers at other County-authorized Locations within their permitted zone provided such activity is secondary to a trip originating from or returning to the assigned Park Location. Permit Holders shall not regularly stage vessels, launch vessels, retrieve vessels, advertise services, maintain equipment, or otherwise conduct primary commercial operations from a Location other than the Park Location assigned to their permit unless approved in writing by the County.

d. Permit holders shall make use of courtesy docks, if available, to load and unload passengers so as not to hold up fellow boaters waiting to use boat ramp/sea wall dock area. If vessels are scheduled for re-launch soon on the same day, County staff may authorize a longer time period, contingent upon available sea wall/dock space and capacity at the specified park location. Moor or Mooring means the act of docking, beaching, landing, intentional grounding, tying off or otherwise securing a Vessel. Moor or Mooring does not include Anchoring. Permit holders are permitted to moor but shall not in a manner as to impede, restrict, or otherwise interfere with the use of public docks, launching ramps, or other public waterfront facilities.

e. All Permit holder vessels that are launched must have a medallion attached in an easily visible location with the wording on the medallion unobstructed. Medallions must remain on the vessel during the entire time of its use from arriving, all time spent on the water, and upon return.

f. All reporting numbers shall be logged prior to the vessels departing via the Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operator Launch Reporting Form as determined by

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g. While utilizing park property, permit holders are prohibited from selling any items other than charter boat and tour operator services.

h. Permit holders shall not secure 100 Casey Key Road, Nokomis, FL 34275 or Nokomis Beach Park on Google Maps, or similar applications.

i. Upon the issuance of a Hurricane Watch or Severe Weather Warning by the National Weather Service for Sarasota County, all permit holders must remove all vessels and trailers from park facilities immediately at the request of the County. The County reserves the right to temporarily close any boat ramp or parking area for emergency repairs, storm debris removal, or public safety assessments. Permit holders will be notified of such closures through Sarasota County Government staff and/or alerts.

2. Parking:

a. Trailers and Company Vehicles

i. Permit holders must park only within the designated trailer parking spots. Parking in areas not specifically marked for boat trailers or blocking ramps and walkways is prohibited.

Unauthorized or improperly parked trailers are subject to ticketing and towing at the owner’s expense.

ii. Only one Company Vehicle per assigned parking spot may be parked within the park location. If a Company has the maximum amount of two (2) permits in a single zone, then a second Company Vehicle may be allowed in the designated trailer parking spots.

iii. A Company Vehicle shall mean a vehicle with or without a trailer affixed, which is used by a Permit holder, or its employees or guides, to transact business or to support operations.

b. Permit holders shall park vehicles other than Company Vehicles (for example, employee or guide vehicles) in open public parking spaces within the park as available for general use by the public.

c. Permit holders may leave one trailer, detached from a tow vehicle within assigned parking space, during normal park hours for no more than X hours, regardless if the Permit holder or Permit holder staff is onsite (including on the water).

3. The PRNR Business Operations Division will review these site-specific procedures and guidelines annually or as needed for any updates or revisions.

4. Imagery:

[PARK LOCATION IMAGES SHOWN ON PAGES BELOW]

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INDIAN MOUND PARK/BOAT RAMP LOCATION IMAGERY

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INDIAN MOUND PARK/BOAT RAMP LOCATION IMAGERY

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MARINA PARK/BOAT RAMP VENICE LOCATION IMAGERY

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NOKOMIS BEACH PARK/BOAT RAMP LOCATION IMAGERY

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NOKOMIS BEACH PARK/BOAT RAMP LOCATION IMAGERY

[END APPENDIX B]