Village Weekly Update


June 1, 2026

Message from the Manager

A public workshop was held last Thursday to hear presentations from 2 ride share providers who responded to the Village's Request for Proposals.

The Village began an on-demand ridesharing services program in 2018; the agreement with the current provider, Beefree LLC d/b/a Freebee is nearing completion.

On March 12, 2026, the Village issued a Request for Proposals to solicit new proposals. Two submittals were received from Beefee LLC and Circuit Transit Inc. The proposals were evaluated by a staff committee which recommended the selection of Beefree LLC.

A resolution approving the recommendation for on demand ride sharing services from Beefree LLC d/b/a Freebee was discussed at the May 12 Council meeting. The Council decided to defer consideration of the rideshare proposal and wanted a public workshop to be held. The Thursday workshop was well attended with many questions asked by the public and answered by the providers. The workshop video can be viewed below and will be considered again at the upcoming June 9, 2026 Regular Village Council Meeting.

The Village has instituted a Fix It Now online program on the Village’s website to help residents identify a problem and get it fixed fast.

There is a list of problems that can be identified such as potholes, litter, hazardous parking, damaged curbs and sidewalks, road signs, and water leaks, as well as a blank space for any other issues. The problem will then be forwarded to our Public Works Department to be fixed. 

To use the program, go to the Village’s website at www.islamorada.fl.us, click the “HOW DO I…” tab, and then click the “Submit FixItNow Request” tab. 

News You Can Use

The Village has officially launched Doc Access, a new software feature designed to increase digital transparency and accessibility across our website. With nearly 1 in 5 Americans living with a disability—and almost half of those individuals managing multiple conditions—ensuring equal access to community information is a top priority.

Key Features You Can Use Today:

• Accessible Transcripts: Residents can now easily view clean, text-based transcripts of PDF documents directly on our website.
• Live Assistance via Aira: To support our sight-impaired and hard-of-hearing communities, we are offering 30 minutes of free, live assistance through Aira Video Remote Interpreting. Simply click the Disability Access feature on our site for connection details.
• Multi-Language Translation: To serve our diverse community, the platform includes a translation tool supporting over 140 languages.

How It Works:

The initial PDF view of documents on our website now highlights several accessibility options.

Users can seamlessly switch from the standard layout to a high-contrast format to view accessible transcripts.

Additionally, the translation tool prioritizes commonly used regional languages, allowing residents to quickly translate documents into Spanish, Haitian Creole, and many other languages with just a click.

Did you take Islamorada's May Hurricane Quiz? Here's a quick review of what we covered. Be sure to check out the new quiz link below for Islamorada's June Hurricane Quiz!

Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. While storms can develop at any point during the season, September is historically the busiest month for tropical activity and hurricane landfalls. During this time, it is important to stay informed and monitor tropical systems as they develop. Use trusted sources such as NOAA for forecasts and sign up for Alert!Monroe to receive local emergency notifications, evacuation notices, and storm updates.

Understanding the fundamentals of hurricane hazards can help you make informed decisions before and during a storm.

Not all tropical systems are the same. A tropical storm produces strong winds and heavy rain, while a hurricane has stronger sustained winds and the potential for more significant impacts. Hurricane categories are based solely on sustained wind speed, NOT rainfall, storm size, or storm surge. A hurricane is considered "major" when it reaches Category 3 or higher. However, even lower category storms can produce dangerous conditions depending on local impacts.

Storm surge is one of the greatest threats to life and property during a hurricane, especially in coastal communities. Storm surge is a rise in sea level caused by a storm's winds pushing water toward the shore, which can result in significant coastal flooding. Other hurricane hazards include heavy rainfall, flooding, tornadoes, strong winds, and flying debris.

Test Your Hurricane Knowledge



Take June's Hurricane Preparedness Quiz and see how well you weather hurricane season: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TWRYVCM

We'll review June’s quiz answers in next month's newsletter!

Planning Director Jennifer DeBoisbriand presented the Comprehensive Plan update at the recent Chamber of Commerce luncheon.

Her presentation helped attendees better understand the process and how the plan will impact Islamorada's future.

ONGOING CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES

Sunday, May 31, through Saturday, June 6, 2026

State Road (SR) 5/U.S. 1/Overseas Highway from MM 108.426 to MM 112.593 Landscaping

Contractor to continue roadside work.

Lane Closure/Detours:

• No lane closures or detours are scheduled.

View the project webpage here

State Road (SR) 5/Overseas Highway from MM 75.02 to MM 81.44 Landscaping

Contractor to continue roadside work.

Lane Closure/Detours:

• No lane closures or detours are scheduled.

View the project webpage here

State Road (SR) 5/Overseas Highway Channel 5 Bridge (near MM 71)

Work continues under the Channel 5 Bridge. Nighttime lane closures are scheduled.

Lane Closure/Detours:

• Nighttime single-lane closures are scheduled Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. 
• Flaggers will periodically stop traffic in one direction to allow vehicles from the opposite direction to pass safely.
• Please follow all posted signs and instructions from on-site personnel.

View the project webpage here

State Road (SR) 5/Overseas Highway Long Key Bridge (near MM 64)

Work continues under the Long Key Bridge. Nighttime lane closures are scheduled.

Lane Closure/Detours:

• Nighttime single-lane closures are scheduled to begin Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, from 9:30 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. 
• Flaggers will periodically stop traffic in one direction to allow vehicles from the opposite direction to pass safely.
• Please follow all posted signs and instructions from on-site personnel.

View the project webpage here

State Road (SR) 5/U.S. 1/Overseas Highway Seven Mile Bridge over Moser Channel Rehabilitation (MM 40 - MM 47)

Installation of pavement markings continues. Nighttime lane closures are scheduled.

Lane Closure/Detours:

• Nighttime single-lane closures are scheduled Monday, June 1, through Thursday, June 4, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. 
• Flaggers will periodically stop traffic in one direction to allow vehicles from the opposite direction to pass safely. 

View the project webpage here

State Road (SR) 5/U.S. 1/Overseas Highway on Bahia Honda Bridge (near MM 36)

Work continues under the Bahia Honda Bridge.

Lane Closure/Detours:

• No lane closures or detours are scheduled.

View the project webpage here

For real-time traffic and lane closure information, drivers are encouraged to log onto www.FL511.com, or download the FL511 app.

Maps of the project, timelines and progress reports are updated regularly and available from the FKAA at: FKAA Plantation Key Transmission Replacement Project

Questions? Email community@fkaa.com. After-hours support is available at (305) 296-2454.

·        Click here to follow the FKAA on Facebook

·        Click here to follow the FKAA on X

·        Click here to sign up for CodeRED emergency notifications from the FKAA

Recreation & Events

We are pleased to share that the Founders Park Pool is anticipated to reopen during the first week of June. Final preparations are currently underway, and we will announce the official reopening date as soon as it is confirmed. Stay tuned for updates!

Get Ready for Summer Aquatic Programs!

We are excited to offer a variety of aquatic programs this summer, including:

• Synchronized Swim Club
• Florida Keys Swim Club
• Springboard Diving
• Learn-to-Swim Lessons
• AquaFit Water Aerobics
• Aquatic Summer Camps
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For more information and to create your Household Account, please visit our new Islamorada–RecTrac online registration system (accessible via the top-right corner of the website). You may also stop by the Park Office for assistance.

Pool memberships and passes will be available for purchase once the pool reopens.

The Playground Project is progressing well, and we anticipate opening it soon. Stay tuned for details on our Grand Reopening Celebrations for both the pool and playground. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to enjoy these exciting community amenities!

Workforce/Affordable Housing Citizens' Advisory Committee Meeting

June 1 | 5:00 p.m.

Regular Village Council Meeting

June 9 | 5:30 p.m.

Land Use Village Council Meeting

June 11 | 5:30 p.m.

Code Compliance Hearing

June 16 | 10:00 a.m.

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

June 17 | 10:00 a.m.

Village Offices Closed-Juneteenth

June 19 | Normal Business resumes Monday June 22

Looking for something to do? Check out the Village’s new Arts and Culture Calendar to find out about all of the concerts, theater, art exhibitions, classes, and lectures in Islamorada!

Events are subject to change; always confirm with the event location or host. Want to see your event on the Cultural Arts Calendar? Complete this form

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