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2006 Natural Lands and Trails Referendum!!!
On election day, November 7, 2006, Seminole County voters will decide whether to extend the Seminole County Natural Lands and Trails Programs. This
referendum gives voters a chance to help preserve green space and extend the trails systems in Seminole County. These programs provide natural areas for recreation, education and alternative
transportation choices for both residents and citizens to enjoy.
What will this referendum mean to you?
Additional Passive Recreation Areas
Preservation of Wildlife Habitat
Additional Trail Corridors and Trail Bridges for your safety
Preservation of Environmentally Sensitive Lands
Preservation of Aquifer Recharge Areas
How will the programs be funded?
It is anticipated that dedicating 0.2 mills over a 10 year period would generate over $70 million. The funding would further enhance both the Natural Lands and Trails Programs, with not less than
50% dedicated to Natural Lands acquisition. The average home value for tax assessment purposes in Seminole County is $175,000.00. With a $25,000.00 homestead exemption, the cost of approval will be
approximately $30.00 per year.
Additional Information
If your organization or homeowner's association would like a brief presentation on this referendum, please contact Lori Hartsock at
407-665-7291 or lhartsock@seminolecountyfl.gov to set up an appointment.
Visit the website of the Natural Lands Program at www.seminolecountyfl.gov/natland or the Trails Program at
www.seminolecountyfl.gov/trails. We anticipate a webpage dedicated to this referendum to be completed by Sept. 22.
Ballot Language
Authorization of an Additional Tax for Environmentally
Sensitive Lands, Trails and Pedestrian Bridges
Shall Seminole County levy an additional ad valorem tax of two tenths (0.2) of one mill on all taxable property within Seminole County for a period
of ten (10) years where not less than fifty percent (50%) of said levy will be applied to the acquisition of environmentally sensitive lands; and the remaining levy be applied to acquisition and the
development of recreational trails and pedestrian bridges?
Yes? No?
Thank you for your help in forwarding this message to Seminole County Residents and getting
the word out about this referendum!
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