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Lighting of pier structures projecting over the beach or over water shall comply with minimum light levels set forth in applicable federal and state laws designed to protect public safety. L Special Events, Motor Vehicles, and Temporary Lighting. (I) Lighting associated with a special event that may directly, indirectly, or cumulatively be visible from any portion of the beach shall not be authorized at nighttime during sea turtle nesting season. u The operation of all motorized vehicles, except emergency and law enforcement vehicles or those permitted on the beach for sea turtle conservation in accordance with Florida Statute 379.2431 (1), or other research and conservation, shall be prohibited on the beach at nighttime during sea turtle nesting season. (3) Within sea turtle nesting season, temporary work zone lighting for roadway construction and during declared emergencies shall be directed away from the beach to avoid illumination of or direct visibility from the beach. Work zone luminaires shall be shielded to avoid lighting areas outside of the immediate construction area. ll All other temporary construction lighting shall be: (a) Inclusive of all the standards of this Section, including using fixtures that are long wavelength, downward directed, full cutoff, and fully shielded so light is not directly or indirectly visible from the beach; and Turned off during nighttime in sea turtle nesting season, or if authorized by a Beach Lighting Inspector during sea turtle nesting season, must be restricted to the minimal amount necessary, and shall incorporate all the standards of this Section; and (c) Mounted less than eight feet above the adjacent floor or deck, measured from the bottom of fixture; and Restricted to the minimal number of foot-candles necessary to conform to the applicable construction safety regulations. (5) Handheld and other portable temporary lighting shall not be directed toward or used in a manner that disturbs sea turtles or other coastal wildlife. § 108-18. Compliance and Enforcement Procedures. The provisions of this Article shall be enforced in accordance with Chapter 14 of this Code. Additionally: A. Within three years of the effective date of this ordinance, all measures outlined in this article shall be taken to reduce or eliminate the negative effects of artificial lighting. B. Inspector. (1) It shall be the duty of the City Manager or their designee to appoint a Code Enforcement Officer the duties as a Beach Lighting Inspector. A Beach Lighting Inspector shall have the necessary training, technical knowledge, and resources to enable them to effectively carry out the duties of this office. A Beach Lighting Page 14 of 16 489