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Our Purpose and Goals
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The purpose of the Egmont Key Alliance is to support and assist the efforts of the Florida Park Service:
•· To restore, preserve and protect the island’s ecosystems
•· To preserve the Keys historic structures
•· To develop visitor friendly educational and interpretive programs
So that today’s visitors and tomorrow’s generations may enjoy Egmont Key’s unique historical, recreational and natural resources
Goals – Ongoing and Long Term
1. Erosion Control/Renourishment:
To continue to educate and assist the Army Corps of Engineers, Pinellas and Hillsborough County officials, State legislature and Congressional Leadership about this critical problem and possible solutions.
2. Lighthouse Restoration:
Assist and work with the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Department of Environmental Protection and the Coast Guard for a property resolution (ownership) resolution so that restoration plans can proceed. Also, to continue research into the lighthouse and to explore possible funding sources for restoration.
3. Guardhouse Restoration:
Now that the Guardhouse has been restored and interpretive displays added, continue to add more displays that are relevant to the history and natural resources of the island.