The Public Meeting Index

The St. Pete Beach City Commission met on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The agenda listed 6:00 p.m., but the Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:54 p.m. (a discrepancy between the agenda and transcript). All five commissioners were present: Mayor Tate, Vice Mayor Robinson, Commissioners Marriott, Causey, and Maldonado. The commission approved consent items, advanced a green-building code change, continued a wastewater-fee ordinance, approved reclaimed-water fee changes, adopted stormwater assessments, and continued three lift-station conditional use permits to November 2, 2026. Consent Calendar - The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, including: - Approval of the August 25, 2026 City Commission Work Session and Regular Meeting Minutes. - Authorization for the City Manager to execute the Services Agreement with Angelides Inc. for the Shuffleboard Clubhouse Replacement project, not to exceed $165,000. - Authorization for the City Manager to execute the Services Agreement with AutoSol for the SCADA Conversion capital project, $360,320 for the initial year and not to exceed the annual budgeted amount for years two through five. - Authorization for the City Manager to execute the Services Agreement with Vision Built Group, LLP for the Hurley Park Bathroom Remodel, not to exceed $84,121. - Resolution 2026-31 amending Personnel Rules and Regulations, Section 3.15, Uniforms, Dress and Appearance. - Acceptance of the Pinellas County 2025 National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System Annual Report and adoption of Resolution 2026-32, the 2025-2026 Local Mitigation Strategy Annual Update. Public Comments & Testimony - Michael Peza, 103 24th Avenue, Pass-a-Grille, said his rebar inspection was cancelled on August 21, 2026, and the city had not made meaningful progress. He said he relied on a building permit issued in February 2026, incurred substantial costs, and was being treated inconsistently because other homes in the same zone 2AE area, leeward of the Lima line and within 300 feet leeward of the CCCL, were allowed to proceed. He asked the city to treat him consistently and fairly and to allow his project to move forward. - Paul Stein, 285 42nd Avenue, opposed moving wastewater fees to a flat rate, saying flat rates encourage water waste and shift burdens to residents and snowbirds. He commended the city’s roadshow outreach. - In the quasi-judicial lift-station hearing, Brian Leach, 135 44th Avenue, said residents living next to proposed Lift Station 7 did not want a utility structure in the middle of the park. He presented a petition signed by about 14 nearby residents and said staff’s cited November 6, 2025 neighborhood feedback was gathered when many residents were not in their homes. He urged staff to consider alternatives and, if the project proceeds, to use Alternative 1 rather than the currently proposed Alternative 2. - Tim Polanowski, 386 Bell Point Drive, questioned whether the full lift-station project was fixing a real problem, described the hurricane risk as a 1% annual chance, noted that a large tree could fall on the new structure, and suggested spending about $150,000 now on needed repairs while deferring about $700,000 per station for elevated generators. - Gregory Primer, 3957 Moody Street, president of the Bell Vista Civic Association, said the association’s more than 100 members were 100% against the proposed structure, called it too large for the small park, and suggested considering a shade structure or pavilion design with the generator on top. - Al Bobulas, Pass-a-Grille Marina and 630 Corey Avenue, said the current plan for Lift Station 4 would prevent truck/trailer access and marina loading, remove another public parking space, and place an oversized structure in a highly visited sunset area. He asked the city to delay the project and develop a more compact design. Discussion Items - Ordinance 2026-15 (first reading) – Green building requirements in the Community Redevelopment District: City Planner Brandon Barry presented an amendment to Land Development Code Section 39.9. The city has required two green certifications in the CRD since 2008, but the FDEP Florida Green Lodging Program has been discontinued. The proposal keeps a LEED or Florida Green Building Coalition certification requirement, allows LEED Gold to satisfy both certifications, adds alternative standards, and for detached single-family homes substitutes the Florida Energy Conservation Code plus ENERGY STAR certification. Staff said only about 50 to 75 properties in the CRD are affected, about three single-family homes are under permitting, and certification review can cost in the low five figures. Commissioner Marriott declared a conflict because he owns a CRD home and is in the permitting process, and he abstained. The first reading was approved 4-0. - Ordinance 2026-16 (second reading) – Wastewater fees: Public commenter Paul Stein objected to a flat-rate structure. City and finance staff explained that the structure includes a capacity-based entry tier and usage tiers, plus commercial connection fees based on meter size. The printed ordinance appeared to contain a strike-through error inconsistent with the intended tiered structure. The commission unanimously continued the second reading to September 21, 2026, to correct the language. - Ordinance 2026-17 (second reading) – Reclaimed water fees: The ordinance amends the Appendix A fee schedule for reclaimed water system fees and updates equivalent residential units for multifamily, commercial, and public use properties. No public comments were offered. It was approved on second reading unanimously. - Resolution 2026-26 – Stormwater service assessments for FY2027: Finance Director Devin Schmidt said there are no rate changes for FY2027. Tier 1 has been in place since 2010 and funds stormwater program costs; Tier 2 was established in 2015 to pay a bank note for capital projects and is assessed by impervious surface area. The related debt matures May 1, 2030. Staff said the city can revisit rates next year and may rescind or bond against the second assessment after 2030. The resolution was adopted unanimously. - Lift Station Conditional Use Permits – Resolutions 2026-27, 2026-28, and 2026-29: The three resolutions would authorize conditional use permits for rehabilitating Lift Station 7 at Belle Vista Triangle Park, Lift Station 10 at Fisherman’s Park at the end of Corey Avenue, and Lift Station 4 in the 20th Avenue street end east of Pass-a-Grille Way. Staff said all three are in the FY2026 budget and would elevate electrical controls, build platforms for elevated generators, and make underground and site improvements. Proposed structures are roughly 15 feet wide, 10 to 15 feet deep, and 13 to 14 feet above grade. Staff said Lift Stations 4 and 7 repump other stations, Lift Station 10 serves many customers and a fire station, and after Hurricanes Helene and Milton the city spent more than $850,000 on emergency protective measures and bypass pumping. FEMA grants of about $92,000, $265,000, and $151,000 are approved for the three stations, and additional discretionary grant applications are pending. Staff noted roughly $200,000 has been spent in design, the construction package has been awarded, and delays could raise costs. Residents opposed the projects due to visual scale, loss of park space, parking and access impacts, and inadequate community outreach. Commissioner Causey suggested stronger landscaping or architectural treatment; Commissioner Maldonado suggested murals and stakeholder engagement; Commissioner Marriott opposed additional city spending on beautifying one park; Vice Mayor Robinson said the structures are a necessary evil and minimal aesthetic spending was acceptable; Mayor Tate said another month or two of outreach would not jeopardize the project. The commission unanimously continued all three resolutions to the November 2, 2026, meeting. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously. - Ordinance 2026-15: first reading approved 4-0; Commissioner Marriott abstained due to a declared conflict. - Ordinance 2026-16: second reading continued to September 21, 2026, by unanimous vote. - Ordinance 2026-17: second reading approved unanimously. - Resolution 2026-26: adopted unanimously; no stormwater rate change for FY2027. - Resolutions 2026-27, 2026-28, and 2026-29: all three lift-station conditional use permits continued to November 2, 2026, by unanimous votes; staff were directed to conduct additional community outreach and explore design, aesthetic, and operational alternatives. - The commission voted 4-1 to extend the meeting to 10:15 p.m.; Commissioner Marriott dissented. The meeting was then adjourned. City Clerk, City Manager, City Attorney, and Commission Reports - The City Clerk had no report. - The City Manager delivered a joint statement with the Pinellas County Property Appraiser’s office about 2026 property values. Key points included: the Value Adjustment Board petition deadline is Friday, September 11, 2026; filing is online or in person, costs $50 per parcel, and must be received by the deadline. Under Florida’s calamity provision, repaired homes are restored to their pre-storm assessed value adjusted by CPI, not treated as new construction. Property owners were urged to review their property record, contact the property appraiser’s office, and file a VAB petition if they disagree with their 2026 value. - The City Attorney had no report. - Commissioners thanked State Representative Linda Chaney for funding, reported positive feedback on storm drain maintenance, reminded residents of 9/11 remembrance events at Bay Pines and the American Legion Post on St. Pete Beach, and Vice Mayor Robinson asked staff to inspect drains at the corner of 71st.

The Floresville City Council convened in regular session on September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers, adjourning at 8:41 PM. The meeting included public comments from local insurance brokers contesting the city manager's characterization of their service, public hearings on a zoning change and the proposed tax rate (the tax rate hearing was postponed), presentations on the Republic Services CPI and employee benefits changes, approval of a suicide awareness proclamation, authorization of a parking lot design contract, a tabled replat, a discussion on staffing and compensation following budget reductions, and a record vote on the proposed tax rate for advertisement purposes. The council also met in executive session and took no action on the matters discussed. Consent Calendar - Approved the minutes of the August 26, 2026 regular council meeting (5‑0 vote). Public Comments & Testimony - Jason Talley and Michelle Talley of Talley Benefits Insurance Group spoke during public comments. Jason Talley asserted that City Manager Andrew Munoz made a false statement during the August 26 meeting when he claimed Talley Benefits had been unresponsive to the city's benefit needs. Mr. Talley detailed his interactions with the city manager, stating that he initiated all communication and submitted a proposal to reduce commissions to a consulting fee under 2% in June 2026, which received no response. He emphasized that his firm is a full‑service local agency with the same market access as the new broker, and that the change cost employees more out‑of‑pocket costs. Michelle Talley characterized the new benefit packet as one of the poorest she had seen, with deductibles up to $6,000, and argued employees were not given cost sheets to take home. Both expressed strong opposition to the broker change and defended their responsiveness and reputation. Public Hearings - Zoning Change (105 Sparrow Lane): The council opened a public hearing on a request by Minard II, LLC to rezone a 0.544‑acre tract from R‑1 Residential to B Business. No members of the public spoke. No subsequent action was taken on the request at this meeting. - Proposed Property Tax Rate: The council postponed the public hearing on the proposed tax rate to a special meeting on September 28, 2026, by a 5‑0 vote to allow time for procedural requirements. Discussion Items - Republic Services CPI Presentation: Finance Director presented a 4.7% CPI increase from Republic Services, raising the residential refuse rate from $23.69 to $24.80 (a $1.31 increase). The item was informational; legal review of the franchise agreement was requested for potential negotiation. - Health Insurance and Employee Benefits Program: Council Member Morones initiated discussion of the recent change in the city's insurance broker, leading to a heated exchange with the city manager over whether the previous broker, Jason Talley, had been properly consulted. The meeting was recessed for five minutes to restore order. After reconvening, no formal action was taken on the broker change, but the council discussed the lack of documentation provided to them regarding the new plan's savings. - Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month Proclamation: Representatives of Camino Real Community Services presented the proclamation, noting that suicide is the leading cause of death in the US with over 49,000 annual deaths, and that rural Texas experiences rates up to 30 per 100,000 population. The council unanimously approved Proclamation No. 2026‑020. - City Hall Parking Lot Improvements: The council approved Task Order No. 01 with TRC Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $46,750 for design of repaving, restriping, new water and electrical conduit, and erosion stabilization. Approved 5‑0. - Stuman Replat: The proposed replat of 6.628 acres was tabled to the September 23 meeting after it was discovered that the agenda packet contained documents for a different property (105 Sparrow Lane). Tabled by a 5‑0 vote. - City Staffing and Compensation: Council Member Lamberth requested discussion on new and vacant positions, salary increases, and the financial impact of recent hiring after budget reductions. City Manager Munoz explained that reductions included realigning a position to the FEDC and terminating some contracts, while new director positions were approved via a budget amendment. He noted the general fund owes $1.3 million to the street maintenance fund and that additional cuts may be needed if the tax rate is not increased. No formal action was taken. - Proposed Tax Rate Record Vote: To proceed with the truth‑in‑taxation process, the council held a record vote on the proposed property tax rate of $0.445729 per $100 valuation, an increase of 2.5 cents over the no‑new‑revenue rate. On a median home valued at $225,822, this would mean an estimated annual increase of $58.38. The motion carried with a 4‑2 individual roll‑call: Councilmembers Dora Cantu (yes), Morones (no), Lamberth (no), Flores (yes), Felix Cantu (yes), and Mayor Cantu (yes). This vote does not adopt the rate but allows the city to advertise for the required public hearing. Key Outcomes - Approved: Meeting minutes (August 26, 2026); Suicide Awareness Proclamation; Task Order for City Hall parking lot design; Proposed tax rate for advertisement (4‑2 record vote). - Postponed: Public hearing on proposed tax rate (to September 28); Ordinance Nos. 2026‑024 and 2026‑025 (to September 28); Stuman Replat (to September 23). - No action taken: Zoning change request (hearing held, no vote); Broker change discussion; Staffing discussion; Executive session items (Arbor Fields, grievances, confidentiality) – direction given to city attorney on one matter. - Next Steps: City attorney to review Republic Services contract; Finance department to provide updated fee schedule with prior fees; City manager to circulate staffing details to council; Special meeting scheduled for September 28, 2026 (Monday) for tax rate hearing and related ordinances.

The Lake Geneva Common Council met on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers. The meeting lasted four minutes and addressed a single action item: approval of a temporary alcohol license extension for Lake City Social's Cars & Company event. All eight alderpersons were present (Ames, Fesenmaier, Frame, Hoiland, Powers, Smith, Stoodley, Yager). Mayor Todd Krause opened the public comment period with a statement honoring the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, followed by a moment of silence. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke. Mayor Krause used the public comment period to read a statement commemorating the 9/11 attacks, noting nearly 3,000 lives lost, and leading a moment of silence. Discussion Items - Application for Temporary Alcohol License Extension: The Council considered an application by Capitol Geneva LLC (dba Lake City Social) to temporarily extend its alcohol license for the "Cars & Company" event on September 13, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The item was brought forward because the event date fell before the next regular council meeting and had been previously missed. Key Outcomes - Motion to Approve: Alderman Ames moved to approve the temporary extension, seconded by Alderman Stoodley. No further discussion. The motion carried 8-0 on a voice vote. - Adjournment: Alderman Ames moved to adjourn, seconded by Alderman Stoodley. The meeting adjourned at 6:04 PM.

The Kissimmee City Commission convened on September 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM for the first budget hearing of fiscal year 2026-2027. The meeting included proclamations, public hearings, a consent agenda, and discussion items as the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board. Key actions included adopting a tentative $321.9 million budget, approving the renaming of Ruby Plaza to Bill Hansen Plaza, and denying a proposed change to conditional use approvals. Mayor Jackie Espinosa departed at 6:45 PM due to an emergency, and Vice Mayor Angela Eady presided thereafter. Commissioner Carlos Alvarez III was absent. Proclamations & Special Presentations - Florida Redevelopment Week (September 14–18, 2026): A proclamation was presented to Economic Development and CRA staff. - Brazilian Day (September 7, 2026): A proclamation was presented to Luca Martins, who thanked the City for its support. - Employee of the Month – September: Minerva Vazquez, Executive Assistant in the City Manager’s Office, was recognized for her 12½ years of service and professionalism. It was noted that the award is selected by a peer committee. - Annual Red Light Camera Report: Lieutenant Suarez presented the required annual report covering July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Statistics included 31,243 notice of violations (NOVs) issued, 19,950 paid, 52 upheld, 23 dismissed, and 9,409 uniform traffic citations. Total revenue was $2,306,250; expenses totaled $1,060,328.63; net proceeds of $1,245,921.36 are allocated to roadway improvements. The presentation allowed for public comment, with none offered. Public Comments & Testimony - Lance Spencer (resident): Opposed the renaming of Ruby Plaza to Bill Hansen Plaza, advocating instead to rename the nearby stage/band shell in honor of Mr. Hansen. He noted that Ruby Plaza’s name derived from the historic Ruby Avenue and argued the City could honor both legacies. - State Representative Jose Alvarez: Supported the full renaming of Ruby Plaza to Bill Hansen Plaza, emphasizing Mr. Hansen’s monumental contributions to the community. - Janine Hansen (daughter) and family: Expressed gratitude and support for the plaza renaming, describing Mr. Hansen’s deep love for Kissimmee’s downtown and his legacy of founding El Osceola Star (the first bilingual newspaper), Viva Osceola, and the Hispanic Business Council. Public Hearings – First Readings - Ordinance 26-20 (Sign Code Amendments): Passed first reading 4-0. The ordinance reduces the time for bringing abandoned signs into compliance from 60 to 15 days (with discretion for extensions), allows more wall signage opportunities for non-residential buildings, and permits unlimited yard signs 90 days before an election period. The Planning Advisory Board (PAB) had recommended approval (5-0). - Ordinance 26-21 (Conditional Use Approval Process): Denied first reading 4-0. The proposed ordinance would have shifted final approval authority for conditional uses from the PAB to the City Commission, adding at least three weeks to the timeline. The PAB had voted against the change (1-4). Commissioner Martinez successfully moved to deny, stating the PAB is competent to make final decisions. Public Hearings – Other - Renaming of Ruby Plaza to Bill Hansen Plaza: Approved 4-0. The Commission approved the renaming, which carries an estimated cost of $3,500 for new interpretive signage and landscaping. City Manager Steigerwald noted that the name “Ruby Plaza” was not historically significant (it derived from the former Ruby Avenue street alignment) and that the lakefront stage/band shell is currently unnamed. Commissioner Martinez suggested possibly naming the stage “Ruby Stage” to preserve the historical name. - Tentative Millage Levy and Budget for FY 2026‑2027: Approved by resolution (3-0 after Mayor’s departure). The tentative budget is $321,922,102 with 930 full- and part-time positions (no new positions, hiring freeze continued). The millage rate remains 4.6253 mills for the 18th consecutive year. The budget defers vehicle/equipment replacements and capital projects that would require additional operating costs. City Manager Steigerwald explained that the budget retains 31% general fund reserves to cover potential emergencies, and that the City must prepare for the potential passage of Amendment 3. No public comments were offered. Consent Calendar The consent agenda was approved en bloc (3-0). Items included: - Approval of minutes from August 18 and August 25, 2026 meetings. - Acceptance of Urban and Community Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grant ($50,000, no match) and Hurricane Ian Recovery Grant ($37,500, with $12,500 match). - Purchase and installation of playgrounds and pour-in-place surfacing at Rainbow Park ($249,895.87). - High Intensity Drug Trafficking (HIDTA) Grant ($60,310) from Seminole County Sheriff’s Office. - Purchase of a FARO 3-D mapping camera system and associated software, warranty, and training ($77,890.18). - Acceptance of 2026–2027 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant ($56,001). - Acceptance of Florida Department of Law Enforcement Cyber Task Force Grant ($12,500). - Application and acceptance of FY2026 and FY2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants ($63,886 and $31,825). - Resolution adopting Multi-Jurisdictional Program for Public Information (PPI) for FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) credit, supporting the City’s improvement to CRS Class 5 (providing up to 25% flood insurance premium discounts to eligible residents). - Authorization to negotiate Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services with CDM Smith Inc. for the Connect Kissimmee Complete Streets Phase 1 project. - Change Order No. 3 for the Woodside Drainage & Utilities Phase 2 project ($116,244) for unforeseen drainage and stabilization work. - Purchase of a TranTex TT1500DH Dual Pre-Melter Thermoplastic Burner System ($82,400) for pavement marking. - First one-year extension of the Stormwater Monitoring Data Host Agreement with Woolpert, Inc. (through September 26, 2027). - Budget transfer of $45,000 from Medium Duty Stationary Lift project to Heavy Truck Mobile Lift project for purchase of eight mobile lifts ($130,897 total). - Disposal of various City assets (to be auctioned or sold). - Ministerial appointment of Janin Butler to the General Pension Board (term through September 30, 2028). - Reappointment of Henry Thacker to the Toho Water Authority Board (third term, October 1, 2026–September 30, 2029). - Reappointment of Kristen Camero to the Police Pension Board (two-year term). - Acceptance of HUD Section 108 Loan Guarantee ($4,000,000) for the Haven on Vine rehabilitation project, authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to execute related documents. Discussion Items (CRA Board) The City Commission recessed and reconvened as the Community Redevelopment Agency Board (with Vice Mayor Eady presiding after Mayor Espinosa’s departure). - Vine Street CRA 2026 Redevelopment Plan Amendment: Approved 3-0. GAI Consultants presented a comprehensive update to the 10-year plan. The plan includes six “forward moves”: Prepare for Redevelopment, Leverage Partnerships, Ensure Comfort and Safety, Attract and Retain Businesses, Support Connectivity, and Invest in Housing. A draft TIF projection estimates incremental revenue of $60 million by 2030, $93 million by 2035, and $101 million by 2040. The plan will be forwarded to the Planning Advisory Board (as the Local Planning Agency) for consistency review with the Comprehensive Plan. Public comment was invited; none was offered. - Azure Hotel International, Inc. Pioneer Project Incentive Program (PPIP) Agreement: Approved 3-0. The agreement grants a $1,500,000 incentive (repayable over five years post-completion) for a $147 million luxury hotel and convention center project in downtown Kissimmee (309 rooms, 220,000 sq ft hotel; 45,000 sq ft convention center). Developer Ramon Gomez confirmed that Phase III environmental analysis is underway and that demolition is expected in December 2026. Parking will remain available for the November election. The incentive is limited to 10% of eligible hard costs (capped at $1,500,000). Key Outcomes - Tentative FY 2026–2027 budget of $321,922,102 adopted; millage rate unchanged at 4.6253 mills (18th year). - Ordinance 26-20 (Sign Code amendments) advanced to second reading; Ordinance 26-21 (Conditional use process) denied. - Renaming of Ruby Plaza to Bill Hansen Plaza approved. - All consent agenda items approved, including major grants, contracts, and the HUD Section 108 loan for Haven on Vine. - Vine Street CRA 10-year plan update approved and forwarded to PAB/LPA. - $1.5 million PPIP incentive approved for Azure Hotel International project. - The second and final budget hearing is scheduled for September 22, 2026.

The City of Tarpon Springs held a special budget session on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM, to receive public input and tentatively adopt the millage rate and budgets for fiscal year 2026-2027. The meeting included both the Board of Commissioners (BOC) and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). All three resolutions on the agenda were approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - One speaker, representing the advocacy group "Talk to the Sheriff," expressed concerns about the potential integration of ICE-style policing into the community and urged the city to remain independent and self-governing. The Mayor noted that the comments appeared unrelated to the budget and suggested the speaker attend a regular meeting for a larger audience, but allowed the speaker to finish his remarks. Discussion Items - Tentative Millage Rate (Resolution 2026-26): Finance Director Ashley Kimpton stated the tentative rate is 5.3700 mills, unchanged from the previous year. This rate is 2.12% above the rollback rate of 5.2586, with the increase funding personnel and operating costs. The resolution was read in full and passed (5-0). - Tentative City Budget (Resolution 2026-27): The total tentative budget is $114,898,966, a decrease of approximately $3 million (2.6%) from FY26. The change was described as "relatively flat," with increases in personnel and operating costs offsetting a decrease in capital expenditures. Commissioner Weaver thanked city staff, noting it was Kimpton's first full year with the budget. The resolution passed (5-0). - Tentative CRA Budget (CRA Resolution 2026-02): The CRA budget totals $1,343,077, a decrease of $2.1 million (61%) from FY26. The decrease is attributed to the removal of Orange Street construction, which had been budgeted in FY26. The resolution passed (5-0). - Subsequent Discussion: Commissioner Banther asked about plans to temporarily repair Orange Street (e.g., a temporary tar overlay) after the removal of CRA funding. City Manager Mark LaCours responded that options would be discussed in October or November when Penny for Pinellas funds are reviewed, and the board will need to decide whether to phase the project or adopt a less costly design. Commissioner Eisner inquired about the total amount of grant applications pending and the historical return rate; LaCours said a summary from the grant specialist would be provided within a week. He noted that future grants may require 50% matching funds, which will be challenging if a state property tax amendment (referred to as "Amendment 3," currently polling at 64% support) passes, further constraining the city's ability to match. He added that the city may need to focus on grants allowing in-kind matches. Commissioner Weaver thanked the grant specialist for her past success in bringing in funds. Key Outcomes - Resolution 2026-26 (Tentative Millage Rate): Approved unanimously (5-0). The tentative millage rate is set at 5.3700 mills. - Resolution 2026-27 (Tentative City Budget): Approved unanimously (5-0). The tentative city budget is $114,898,966. - CRA Resolution 2026-02 (Tentative CRA Budget): Approved unanimously (5-0). The tentative CRA budget is $1,343,077. - Next Steps: The final millage rate and budgets will be formally adopted at a subsequent public hearing later in the fiscal year. The board will discuss Orange Street repairs and grant strategies in upcoming meetings.

The Antigo Common Council met on September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, 700 Edison Street. Agenda items included a public hearing and rezoning for 950 Pine Street, consent agenda approvals, a $45,000 budget transfer, three ordinance amendments, appointments, scheduling changes, and payment of bills. The council approved most routine items, but tabled the bicycle and play-vehicle ordinance for further study and community input. Note: the raw transcription opens by saying December 9th, but the agenda and meeting materials identify the meeting as September 9, 2026; this summary uses the agenda date. Approval of Minutes - The minutes of the August 12, 2026 meeting were approved without correction. Public Hearing - The public hearing for the zoning amendment application for 950 Pine Street, Parcel 201-2128, was opened and closed with no public testimony. The application sought to reclassify the property from B-1 Neighborhood Shopping District to R-3 Two-Family Residence District so it could be sold as a residence instead of a business. Public Comments & Testimony - A prepared statement from Paul Grindy was read by a friend. Grindy said he has traveled downtown Fifth Avenue several times per week since 1995, opposed the proposed downtown bicycle restrictions, and questioned whether crossing at Seventh and Superior near flashing lights is safer than crossing at the Fifth Avenue stoplights. He said three-wheeled bikes are difficult to walk, that he has been a Geezers member for nearly 15 years without feeling unsafe, and that requiring helmets would improve safety more than banning downtown biking. - Becky Frisch, a non-resident city property owner, taxpayer, and avid bicyclist, expressed support for quick council action on motorized scooters and e-bikes because riders are running through intersections and creating safety problems. She described electric-assist bike classes, said class two throttle bikes are causing many of the problems, and urged the council to balance enforcement and education so responsible riders are not unfairly targeted. She also noted the Antigo Bike and Ski Club has maintained area trails for more than 30 years. Discussion Items - Grease trap ordinance, Ordinance 1388B: Staff described the revision to Section 42-167 as a step toward reducing grease, fats, and oils entering the wastewater treatment system. The ordinance had been deferred from the previous month while a list of grease trap owners and notice materials were prepared. Council approved it by a 9-0 roll call vote. - 950 Pine Street rezoning, Ordinance 1389B: Following the public hearing, council approved the zoning amendment application to classify the property as R-3, Two-Family Residence District. Approval was by voice vote. - Bicycle, electric bicycle, scooter, and personal assisted mobility device ordinance, Ordinance 1390B: This ordinance would revise Sections 38-302, 38-304, 38-306, and 38-308 concerning definitions and operation of bicycles, electric bicycles, electric motorized devices, electric scooters, and personal assisted mobility devices. A council member leading the discussion said the goal was not to punish cyclists but to create a foundation for enforcement, address pedestrian safety on sidewalks, and encourage future bike infrastructure. Police Chief Joe Busnik said the ordinance was a starting point, that enforcement would use discretion, and that education efforts were already underway, including school outreach and the bike safety rodeo. - Public and council concerns included: the lack of community input before adoption; insufficient downtown bike lanes, especially near the library and the Fifth Avenue and Claremont intersection; impacts on adults who rely on bicycles for transportation; the view that children and teens are the main offenders while responsible adults should not be restricted; the absence of a helmet mandate; and an inconsistency between provisions allowing riders to ride two abreast and another requiring single-file riding. - A motion to approve the ordinance was made and seconded. Alderperson Mary Hayes then moved to table the ordinance for further study. The tabling motion included referral to the Public Works Committee and community input, with a report back at the next council meeting. The motion to table carried on a roll call vote of 6-3. Key Outcomes - Approved the August 12, 2026 meeting minutes. - Adopted the consent agenda except Resolution 57-26 by a 9-0 roll call. Approved consent agenda items included Resolution 56-26, the contract with My Uncle's Fireworks for 2027; Resolution 58-26, repair of the wastewater treatment plant influent pump; Resolution 59-26, repair of the water plant booster pump; Resolution 60-26, replacement of wastewater treatment plant blower number 5; Resolution 61-26, inspection of the wastewater treatment plant UV disinfection system; Resolution 62-26, lime slurry hauling request for bids; and the department manager reports. - Approved Resolution 57-26, transferring up to $45,000 from the roof account to heavy trucks for the purchase of a tandem truck. Staff explained that money previously set aside for roof repairs was no longer needed for that purpose because an HVAC engineer recommended operational changes that resolved the moisture problem. - Adopted Ordinance 1388B, the grease trap revisions, by a 9-0 roll call vote. - Adopted Ordinance 1389B, the 950 Pine Street zoning amendment, by voice vote. - Tabled Ordinance 1390B, the bicycle and play-vehicle ordinance, by a 6-3 roll call vote, referring it to Public Works for community input and a future report. - Appointed Sarah Repp as the city representative to the City Plan Commission, replacing Charlie Reckle. - Moved the November 2026 City Council meeting from November 11 to November 10 in recognition of Veterans Day. - Approved the payment of bills, including direct deposits for August 14 and August 28, 2026 payrolls; BMO Bank accounts payable checks; and self-funded health insurance checks, by a 9-0 roll call vote. - Voted to recess to accommodate the start time of the committee-level meeting. The remainder of the open session, including the closed session agenda item, was not shown in the transcript after the recess.

The St. Pete Beach City Commission held a budget meeting on September 9, 2026, to set the fiscal year 2027 millage rate and adopt the corresponding budget. The meeting included a check presentation from State Representative Linda Chaney, public comments, and staff presentations on community engagement and the budget proposal, culminating in a unanimous vote to set the millage to the rollback rate and a 4-1 vote to approve the first reading of the adjusted budget. Consent Calendar - The meeting agenda was approved unanimously (5-0) after a minor correction was made to the action request language on the millage and budget ordinances. Public Comments & Testimony - Vincent Tormenia (Casablanca Ave) advised the Commission against raising the millage rate, stating that doing so could compromise the state funding secured by Representative Chaney. - Randy Shastine (Third Palm Point) criticized the recommendation of the Finance and Budget Review Committee and advocated for the rollback rate, noting it would cost the city roughly $80,000 in revenue. - Susan Consell (Third Palm Point) argued that the 70 roadshow participants and 520 survey respondents did not constitute a statistically representative sample for a city of 9,000 residents and cautioned against selectively using data to justify a tax increase. - Ruta Hans (Coquina Way) stated that tax revenue had nearly doubled in seven years, questioned the city's current spending, and proposed generating revenue through short-term rental licensing before considering a tax increase. - Linda Lewellan expressed strong opposition to the budget, alleging city mismanagement and stating that the commingling of Penny for Pinellas funds with general funds meant the budget would not pass an audit. - Vincent Tormenia returned later in the meeting to suggest the city utilize volunteer grant writers and implement a short-term rental registration fee similar to Manatee County's to increase revenue. Ordinance 2026-19: Establishing the Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2027 - The City Attorney read the ordinance, noting that the tentatively proposed rate of 3.6715 mills exceeded 110% of the rollback rate, which would require a unanimous vote of the full City Commission. - Finance Director Devin Schmidt presented the results of the city's community engagement efforts. The budget roadshow (70 participants) showed a majority of participants in favor of an increase, while the online survey (520 respondents) showed 54% supported cutting spending rather than raising taxes. Staff noted the two data sources disagreed on the preferred rate but agreed on storm drainage as the top funding priority. - Commissioner Causey, Commissioner Marriott, Vice Mayor Robinson, Commissioner Maldonado, and Mayor Tate all expressed support for a flat or rollback rate. Key cited reasons included the risk of losing state funding (emphasized by Rep. Chaney), the belief that project execution capacity is a greater constraint than revenue, and the likelihood of increasing ad valorem revenue due to rising property values. - Vote: A motion to adopt the rollback rate of 3.0757 mills passed unanimously (5-0). Ordinance 2026-20: Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 - Finance Director Schmidt presented the FY 2027 budget, summarizing $86.6 million in revenues and $118.8 million in uses across all funds, including a $62.2 million capital improvement plan. The budget was originally built on a flat millage and required adjustment for the newly adopted rollback rate. - Public Services Director Camden Mills requested approval to add a full-time Capital Project Administrator to help manage the city's capital program, citing administrative bottlenecks that delay project delivery. - Mayor Tate and other commissioners discussed the FTE request in the context of other planned operational efficiency investments (sewer AI software, in-house asphalt patching, new permitting software). Director Mills stated the FTE was still necessary to handle the volume of the capital plan. - Commissioner Causey and Commissioner Marriott supported the position as a strategic investment to reduce project costs and delays. Commissioner Maldonado supported the position with a stipulation for a one-year probationary period. Vice Mayor Robinson asked if the role could be part-time. - Vote: A motion to approve the first reading of the FY 2027 budget, as amended by the rollback millage rate and the addition of the full-time Capital Project Administrator, passed 4-1 (Vice Mayor Robinson dissenting). Key Outcomes - Millage Rate Set: The Commission unanimously adopted a FY 2027 millage rate of 3.0757 mills, the rollback rate. - Budget First Reading Approved: The Commission approved the first reading of the FY 2027 budget on a 4-1 vote, directing staff to adjust the figures for the lower millage rate and include a new FTE for public services capital project administration. - State Funding Recognized: The city accepted a $3.4 million check from State Representative Linda Chaney for infrastructure. Rep. Chaney stated the city had received nearly $13 million in state funding under her tenure and warned that raising the millage rate could jeopardize future funding. - Operational Efficiency Directive: The Commission directed the City Manager to continue pursuing operational efficiencies, including evaluating vacancies before filling them and investing in technology to reduce long-term operational costs.

On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 6:00 PM, the Tarpon Springs Board of Commissioners held a special session in the City Hall Auditorium to receive public input and tentatively adopt the millage rate and budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The meeting also included a public hearing for the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) budget. All resolutions were unanimously approved. Public Comments & Testimony - One member of the public, representing the advocacy group "Talk to the Sheriff," spoke during the millage rate public hearing. He argued that the city should remain independent and self-governing, opposing the integration of ICE-type policing tactics into the community, which he said would change quality of life. The Mayor initially questioned the relevance of his comments to the millage rate but allowed him to finish. The speaker affirmed his support for local police and their budget allocation. - No public comments were made regarding the general fund budget or the CRA budget. Discussion Items - Resolution 2026-26: Tentative Millage Rate: Finance Director Ashley Kimpton presented the tentative millage rate of 5.3700, unchanged from the previous year. The rate is 2.12% above the rolled-back rate of 5.2586. The increase funds personnel and operating costs. The resolution was read in full and adopted unanimously (5-0). - Resolution 2026-27: Tentative Budget for FY 2026-2027: The tentative budget for the city is $114,898,966, a decrease of approximately $3 million (2.6%) from the FY 2025-2026 budget. The reduction is attributed to a decrease in capital spending offset by increases in personnel and operating costs. The resolution was adopted unanimously (5-0). Commissioners thanked City Manager Mark LeCouris, Ashley Kimpton, and the finance department for their work. - CRA Resolution 2026-02: Tentative CRA Budget for FY 2026-2027: The CRA tentative budget is $1,343,077, a decrease of $2.1 million (61%) from the previous year, primarily due to the removal of Orange Street construction funding. Commissioner Banther inquired about alternative funding for temporary repairs (e.g., applying a temporary tar overlay) and future plans for the street. City Manager LeCouris replied that discussions on Orange Street and other capital projects would occur around October–December 2026, with options ranging from phased construction to temporary improvements. Commissioner Weaver asked about the status of grant applications and matching requirements. LeCouris noted that a grants synopsis would be provided within a week, and that the city may need to shift to grants with lower match requirements (e.g., in-kind services) due to potential state mandates for 50% matching. He also mentioned that a property tax amendment on the November ballot (polling at 64% support) could further constrain matching funds. Commissioner Eisner highlighted the grant specialist's success in bringing in funds. The resolution was adopted unanimously (5-0). Key Outcomes - Millage Rate Tentatively Adopted: Resolution 2026-26 passed unanimously, setting the tentative millage rate at 5.3700 for tax year 2026. - City Budget Tentatively Adopted: Resolution 2026-27 passed unanimously, approving a tentative FY 2026-2027 total budget of $114,898,966. - CRA Budget Tentatively Adopted: CRA Resolution 2026-02 passed unanimously, approving a tentative CRA budget of $1,343,077 for FY 2026-2027. - Next Steps for Orange Street: The Board and staff will meet in October–December 2026 to discuss funding options for Orange Street improvements, including potential temporary repairs and phased reconstruction. - Grant Strategy Update: Staff will provide a synopsis of recent grant applications and returns within a week. Future grant applications will be tailored to available matching capacity, focusing on in-kind matches and smaller grants if state mandates require 50% cash matches.

The Indianapolis Board of Public Works met at 1:00 PM in the Public Assembly Room of the City-County Building. Chair Todd Wilson presided with board members Sebeka Jawanza, Bob Perrin, Susie Corney, Dan Hake, and Idrish Redman; board counsel Lucille Uffelman and DPW staff were also present. The board adopted the agenda, approved the August 26, 2026 minutes, and voted unanimously on all agenda items, with no public testimony offered. Public Comments & Testimony - Board counsel Lucille Uffelman read the public comment rules (two-minute limit, relevance requirement, removal for disruption), and the board adopted them. - No members of the public spoke on the bond resolutions or any other agenda item. Public Hearing – Bond Resolutions for DPW Operations Facility - Joe Glass, Executive Director and General Counsel of the Bond Bank, presented Resolutions No. 23, No. 24, and No. 25 of 2026, which authorize bond issuance for a new DPW operations facility. - The bonds would have a maximum principal amount of $15,000,000, a maximum term of 20 years, and a maximum interest rate of 6.5%. The city-county council's public works committee approved the package unanimously; full council consideration was set for September, and the Bond Bank board was expected to consider it in October. - Resolution No. 23 is a preliminary determination to issue debt; Resolution No. 24 is the confirmatory resolution; Resolution No. 25 is the bond resolution and appropriation of proceeds. - The board approved all three resolutions unanimously. Resolution – Emergency Repair of River Road and Brant Road (ST-26-602) - Mark St. John, Chief Engineer, presented Resolution No. 26, 2026, declaring an emergency and ratifying the mayor's August 14, 2026 emergency declaration and the director's award to F.A. Wilhelm for $2,067,000.00 to repair sections of River Road and Brant Road washed out by recent flooding. - DPW solicited four quotes; Reeth Riley declined to quote. F.A. Wilhelm was chosen because it could start within 24 hours of notice to proceed and had the earliest completion date, November 2026. - A board member asked about incentives or liquidated damages to ensure the fast-track completion. Staff replied that standard liquidated-damages language would be included in the contract being assembled, and that the schedule depends on field conditions, including pumping standing water off the roads. - In response to a stormwater question, St. John said no additional emergency declarations related to stormwater were anticipated; some log jams were being cleared. - The board approved the resolution unanimously. Street Acceptance – Indigo Run Section 4A/5A - Hunter Pace, Stormwater Program Manager for the Department of Business and Neighborhood Services, requested acceptance of 0.29 centerline miles of streets in the Indigo Run 4A/5A subdivision after receipt of inspecting engineers' certificates of completion and compliance. - The board approved the street acceptance unanimously. Change Order – Holt Rd and Minnesota Ave Area Drainage Improvements - Jamie Cole, Construction Administrator, presented Change Order No. 1 with Calumet Civil Contractors, Inc. (SD-30-072), adding 148 days to substantial and final completion dates with no change to the $3,629,000.00 contract total. The time extension was due to utility conflicts with water and gas. - The board approved the change order unanimously. Professional Services Agreements - Sadlier and Hartman Area Drainage Improvements (SD-20-047): a new $795,000.00 inspection agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LLC, expiring December 31, 2028. The project addresses flooding and deteriorated roads between Pendleton Pike, 34th Street, and Rich Art Avenue to Curcival Drive. Burke was selected through RFQ 2026-02. Reported participation: 16% to 7 and T and Value Plus Engineering Solutions LLC (MBE), 8% to Etica (WBE), 4% to Bravia Services, LLC and LADS Consulting LLC (VBE), and 1% to Project Photo Docs (DOBE). Approved unanimously. - Indianapolis Cultural Trail: White River Expansion (GT-31-002): a new $1,886,096.26 inspection agreement with DLZ Indiana, LLC, expiring December 31, 2028. The project extends the Cultural Trail from South Street and Capitol West to West Street, then southwest along Kentucky Avenue to Henry Street, and includes a combined multi-use path, stormwater planters, ADA ramps, traffic signals, and landscaping. Substantial completion is September 18, 2028; final completion is November 2, 2028. Reported participation: 15.2% to JQ O L LLC (MBE), 8% to DB Engineering LLC (WBE), 3.2% to Veterans Engineering and Technical Service LLC (VBE), and 1% to Redemption Engineering LLC (DOBE). Approved unanimously. Professional Services Amendments - Amendment No. 2, On-Call Construction Warranty Services (ENG-21-015) with Bollinger, Lach & Associates, Inc.: increased by $300,000.00 to a new not-to-exceed total of $800,000.00, with updated rates and expiration extended to December 31, 2028. Approved unanimously. - Amendment No. 1, On-Call Transportation Inspection Services (ENG-24-002) with Redemption Engineering, LLC: increased by $300,000.00 to a new not-to-exceed total of $800,000.00, with updated rates and expiration extended to December 31, 2028. Approved unanimously. - Amendment No. 1, Southport Road over White River (BM-44-069) with SJCA, Inc.: increased by $52,600.00 to a new total of $138,300.00, with updated rates and additional scope; expiration is December 31, 2027. The additional work supports documentation for federal BUILD grant and BIP grant funding applications. Approved unanimously. - Amendment No. 4, CDL Training Services (Contract No. 19617) with C1 Truck Driver Training, LLC: provides updated compensation rates and extends the agreement to November 7, 2027. Approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - The board approved, by unanimous voice votes with no opposed votes, the agenda, the August 26, 2026 minutes, public hearing rules, Resolutions No. 23, 24, and 25, Resolution No. 26, the Indigo Run street acceptance, the Holt Rd/Minnesota Ave change order, both professional services agreements, and all four professional services amendments. - The public hearing was closed after the bond resolutions were approved. - The meeting adjourned following the motion to adjourn.