Hammock Advisory Committee dissolution
Summary
The city wants to shrink its 26 boards and committees to 21, which could fold the Hammock Advisory Committee into a broader environmental lands committee. No decision has been made — resolutions haven't been drafted — and a public workshop of the HAC is planned. Residents passionately support the Hammock.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents passionate about the Hammock, Gladys Douglas Preserve and other environmentally sensitive lands would gain a broader committee with more members.
Supporters of the standalone Hammock Advisory Committee fear reduced focus on the park's unique ecology and watershed if merged.
Mentions & discussions (2)
CITY COMMISSION (Regular) - Mar 5, 2026
The city wants to shrink its 26 boards and committees to 21, which could fold the Hammock Advisory Committee into a broader environmental lands committee. No decision has been made — resolutions haven't been drafted — and a public workshop of the HAC is planned. Residents passionately support the Hammock.
CITY COMMISSION (Regular) - Feb 19, 2026
The Commission plans to dissolve the Hammock Advisory Committee and merge it into the Parks board. Residents warn the new body's 'no oversight' clause prevents it from checking whether invasive species work is actually being done in Hammock Park.
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