A pair of longtime Florida Keys residents who now spend their time advocating for the island chain in Tallahassee were recently recognized as Honorary Conchs.
State Rep. Jim Mooney and legislative aide Lee Young obtained their certificates as Honorary Conchs during a July meeting of the Monroe County Commission. The special designation goes to individuals who weren’t born in Monroe County but have made significant contributions to enhancing the quality of life in the Keys.
Mooney said while he wasn’t born in the Keys, he has called the island chain home for more than 70 years. A former Islamorada councilman, Mooney was elected to the Florida House in November 2020. Young, who resides in Islamorada, has served with Mooney as his aide from day one.
