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MARCOISLAND (COLLIER COUNTY) · LOCALlocal legislationSecond Reading
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New Permit Requirements for Night Fishing on Marco Island Beaches

Original title: Ordinance - First Reading - Amending The City Of Marco Island Code Of Ordinances By Amending Chapter 54, “Waterways And Beaches,” Article V, “Sea Turtle Protection”; Amending Section 54-143 “Definitions” To Include Fishing As A Special Event; Amending Section 54-151 To Provide Regulations Requiring A Special Permit For 10 Or More People Fishing At Night During Sea Turtle Season To Protect Sea Turtles And Their Nesting Habitats- Alan L. Gabriel, City Attorney

Record date · April 20, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This amends city code to regulate night fishing during . Groups of 10 or more people fishing at night will be required to obtain a special permit to help protect sea turtle habitats.

Why it matters

Groups of 10 or more people planning to fish on Marco Island beaches at night during sea turtle season will be required to apply for and obtain a special permit from the city.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Recreational fishers

Groups of 10 or more people fishing at night during sea turtle season must obtain a special permit.

Directly affected

City of Marco Island

The city is responsible for implementing and enforcing the new permit requirements for night fishing.

Key Facts

  • The ordinance amends Chapter 54, Article V of the Marco Island Code of Ordinances regarding sea turtle protection.
  • Section 54-143 is amended to classify fishing as a 'special event' under city code.
  • Section 54-151 is amended to mandate a special permit for groups of 10 or more people fishing at night during sea turtle nesting season.
  • The stated purpose of the regulation is the protection of sea turtles and their nesting habitats.
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  • The ordinance is currently at the second reading stage.
  • The ordinance was introduced on April 13, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this apply to all fishing on the beach?
No, the permit requirement specifically applies to groups of 10 or more people fishing at night during .
What is the definition of a special event under this new rule?
The amends the definitions in Section 54-143 to include fishing as a special event.

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Expansion of Special Event Definition

The city is expanding the definition of 'special event' to include fishing, allowing for stricter regulatory control over beach activities.

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Connected Entities

ID 26-5324, Alan L. Gabriel, Marco Island
otherID 26-5324“File identification number for the ordinance.”Map →
PersonAlan L. Gabriel“City Attorney who drafted or presented the ordinance.”Map →
locationMarco Island“The jurisdiction where the ordinance applies.”Map →

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