Belleair public meetings in 2021
42 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Finance Board
The Belleair Finance Board will meet to elect officers and discuss the board schedule. The agenda includes a review of investments, SIB balance transfers, and annual financial reports. The board will also discuss policies regarding bequests and donations of real property.
- Election of officers
- Discussion of acceptable reserve spending and financial management policies
- Review of investments and SIB balance transfers
- Review of FY 2019-20 Comprehensive and Popular Annual Financial Reports
- Policy discussion on bequests and donations of real property
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will conduct a second reading of Ordinance 540 regarding a proposed charter amendment and review related referendum ballot language. The agenda also includes reviewing investments and approving a special relief permit for Saint Paul's Wine Party.
- Second Reading of Ordinance 540 (Proposed Charter Amendment)
- Resolution 2021-41 regarding referendum ballot language
- Special Relief Permit for Saint Paul's Wine Party
- Review of investments and SIB balance transfers
The Town Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 540 on second reading, a proposed charter amendment, and Resolution 2021-41, which sets the ballot language for the amendment. Both items passed 5-0. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including the November 16 meeting minutes and a special relief permit for Saint Paul's Wine Party.
- Approved Ordinance 540 (charter amendment) on second and final reading (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021-41 (charter amendment ballot language) on second reading (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including November 16 meeting minutes and special relief permit for Saint Paul's Wine Party (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider a first reading of Ordinance 540 regarding a proposed charter amendment and referendum. The agenda also includes discussions on setting 2022 legislative priorities and reviewing annual financial reports. Additionally, the commission will consider approving Trask Daigneault LLP as Town Attorney.
- First reading of Ordinance 540 regarding a proposed charter amendment
- Approval of Trask Daigneault LLP for Town Attorney
- Resolution 2021-40 thanking Mr. David Ottinger
- Review of FY 2019-20 Comprehensive and Popular Annual Financial Reports
- Discussion of setting 2022 legislative priorities
The Town Commission approved several items, including a resolution thanking outgoing Town Attorney David Ottinger, a contract with Trask Daigneault LLP for legal services, and the first reading of Ordinance 540, a proposed charter amendment. The consent agenda, including approval of the November 2, 2021 meeting minutes, was also approved. No final decisions were made on the charter amendment, as it was only a first reading.
- Approved Resolution 2021-40 thanking David Ottinger for service as Town Attorney
- Approved contract with Trask Daigneault LLP for Town Attorney services
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 540 (proposed charter amendment) as amended
- Approved consent agenda including November 2, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approved Resolution 21-0336 on Setting 2022 Legislative Priorities
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will discuss truck route regulatory analysis and potential revisions to tree trimming standards. The board will also review an amendment process for the Belleair Comprehensive Plan.
- Truck Route Regulatory Analysis and Map (21-0331)
- Evaluation and Appraisal Based Amendment Process for the Comprehensive Plan (21-0332)
- Discussion to revise tree trimming standards (21-0334)
- Approval of September 13, 2021 meeting minutes (21-0333)
The Planning & Zoning Board meeting on November 8, 2021, was largely procedural and discussion-focused. The board approved the minutes from the September 13, 2021 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the agenda items on the Evaluation and Appraisal (EAR) based amendment process, truck routes through town, and revising tree trimming standards were only discussed, with no votes or final actions recorded.
- Approved September 13, 2021 meeting minutes
Town Commission
The Town Commission will hold second readings for ordinances regarding signs and play structures. The agenda also includes discussions on town attorney solicitation and proposed charter amendments.
- Second reading of Ordinance 538 (Signs)
- Second reading of Ordinance 539 (Play Structures)
- Resolution 2021-39 calling for a regular municipal election
- Special relief permit request for Silver Coffee Event at 3 Harborside Drive
- Special relief permit application for Belleair Holiday Parade & Party
The Town Commission approved the Trask firm as Town Attorney under Solicitation AMD21-2, with a motion amended to include negotiations. The second reading of Ordinance 538 (amending the Land Development Code for signs) was tabled, while Ordinance 539 (amending the code for play structures) was approved. The consent agenda, including a resolution calling for a regular municipal election and special relief permits for a coffee event and holiday parade, was approved as amended.
- Approved Trask firm as Town Attorney, Solicitation AMD21-2 (moved by Shelly, seconded by Kurey)
- Tabled Second Reading of Ordinance 538, Amending Land Development Code - Signs
- Approved Ordinance 539, Amending Land Development Code for Play Structures
- Approved Consent Agenda as amended, including Resolution 2021-39 calling for a regular municipal election
- Approved Special Relief Permit for Silver Coffee Event on November 12, 2021 at 3 Harborside Drive
- Approved Special Relief Permit for Belleair Holiday Parade & Party on December 5, 2021
- Approved October 19, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes (as amended)
- Proclaimed November as Family Court Awareness Month
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will hold public hearings regarding Belleair Country Club West Course improvements and a variance request for 628 Pineland Ave. The meeting also includes reviews of ordinances amending land development codes for signs and play structures. Additionally, the commission will consider various permit requests and appointments to the Finance Board.
- Belleair Country Club Major Developments - West Course Improvements hearing
- Rehearing variance request for 628 Pineland Ave
- Ordinance 538: Amending Land Development Code - Signs
- Ordinance 539: Amending Land Development Code - Play Structures
- Interview of Town Attorney applicant Jay Daigneault
The Town Commission approved the Belleair Country Club West course improvements and a variance for a garage at 628 Pineland Ave. Ordinance 538 on signs was tabled for further development, while Ordinance 539 on play structures passed on first reading. The consent agenda and several permits were approved, and a board member was removed.
- Approved Belleair Country Club West course improvements
- Approved variance for garage at 628 Pineland Ave (17-ft front setback encroachment)
- Tabled Ordinance 538 (sign code amendment)
- Approved Ordinance 539 on first reading (play structures)
- Removed Mr. Hidalgo from Planning and Zoning Board and Historic Preservation board
- Approved consent agenda (meeting minutes, special relief permits, interlocal agreement)
- Proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Approved Resolution 2021-38 appointing Gay Lancaster to Finance Board (2-year term)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The commission is conducting a second budget hearing regarding the adoption of the 2021-2022 millage rate and operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes discussions on Town Attorney RFP responses and a new organizational chart.
- Adoption of FY 2021-2022 millage rate (Resolution 2021-34)
- Adoption of 2021-2022 operating and capital budget (Resolution 2021-35)
- Special relief permit applications for Puppies N Potion, Halloween Bash, and Casino Night
- Appointment of a Teen Council Member to the Park, Recreation and Tree Board
- Review of Town Attorney RFP responses
The Town Commission held its second budget hearing and adopted Resolution 2021-34, setting the millage rate at 6.500 for fiscal year 2021-2022, noting it is 3.9% above the rollback rate of 6.2560. The commission also approved Resolution 2021-35, adopting the operating and capital budget for the same fiscal year. The consent agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes, budget amendments, appointments, special relief permits, and a proclamation, was approved. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned after staff and commissioner reports.
- Adopted Resolution 2021-34 setting millage rate at 6.500 (moved by Deputy Mayor Kurey, seconded by Commissioner Chaney)
- Adopted Resolution 2021-35 approving FY 2021-2022 operating and capital budget
- Approved consent agenda including September 7, 2021 minutes, Resolution 2021-36 (budget amendment), Resolution 2021-37 (teen council member appointment), special relief permits for Puppies N Potion, Halloween Bash, and Casino Night, and Florida City Government Week proclamation
- Adjourned meeting (moved by Deputy Mayor Kurey, seconded by Commissioner Chaney)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will review draft ordinances regarding signs and play structure requirements. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the May 10, 2021 meeting.
- Draft ordinance review for signs
- Draft ordinance review for play structure requirements
- Approval of May 10, 2021 meeting minutes
The Planning & Zoning Board approved the May 10, 2021 meeting minutes. The board approved the amended sign code, with an exception to limit the timing from 180 days to 90 days as raised by Commissioner Shelly. The board also recommended approval of the residential play structures ordinance as written with noted modifications. The meeting adjourned after these actions.
- Approved the May 10, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approved the amended sign code with a 90-day timing limit exception
- Recommended approval of the residential play structures ordinance with modifications
- Adjourned the meeting
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will hold a first budget hearing to discuss the millage rate for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The agenda also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding solid waste rates and a presentation on updated COVID-19 mitigation measures.
- Discussion of Millage Rate for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
- Second reading of Ordinance 537 regarding solid waste rates
- Approval of American Rescue Plan (ARPA) grant agreement
- Approval of Final Pay and Compensation Study and contract employee adjustments
- Special relief permit application for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship
The Town Commission tentatively approved Resolution 2021-34 setting the millage rate at 6.500 for FY 2021-2022, noting it is 3.9% above the rollback rate of 6.2560. The commission also approved the FY 2021-2022 budget, the Pelican Women's Championship special relief permit on second reading (conditional on future permits), and Ordinance 537 amending solid waste fees on second reading. The consent agenda, revised COVID-19 mitigation measures, and contract employee pay adjustments were also approved.
- Tentatively approved Resolution 2021-34 setting the FY 2021-2022 millage rate at 6.500
- Approved the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget for the Town of Belleair
- Approved the Major Event Special Relief Permit for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship on second reading, conditional on future permits
- Approved Ordinance 537 on second reading, amending the fee schedule for solid waste rates
- Approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes, three thank-you resolutions, an ARPA grant agreement, and a special relief permit
- Approved revised COVID-19 mitigation measures as written
- Accepted the final pay and compensation study and approved contract employee adjustments
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Public Meeting
The LPGA Ad Hoc Committee will conduct a final review of the Major Event Special Relief Permit for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting and discuss in-town parking and traffic.
- Review of Major Event Special Relief Permit for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship
- Approval of August 11, 2021 Meeting Minutes
- Discussion regarding in-town parking and traffic
The LPGA Ad Hoc Committee approved the final review of the Major Event Special Relief Permit for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship, with a unanimous motion by Chris Scott, seconded by Peter Kyres. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 11, 2021 meeting. Discussion covered parking on Osceola (to be monitored for one-side parking for emergency access), secured parking sufficiency, and potential permit denials, with no issues foreseen by the event operator. The meeting adjourned at 10:13 AM.
- Approved the August 11, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
- Approved the final LPGA Ad Hoc review of the Major Event Special Relief Permit for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship unanimously
Town Commission
The Commission will hold public hearings on a 15-year Clearwater Gas franchise renewal and amendments to solid waste fee schedules. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the 2021-2022 budget for capital equipment and infrastructure updates.
- Second reading of Ordinance 536 for Clearwater Gas franchise renewal
- First reading of Ordinance 537 to amend solid waste fee schedules
- Special relief permit application for Belleair Community Foundation Sip & Slide
- First hearing for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship special relief permit
- Discussion of 2021-2022 budget for capital equipment and infrastructure updates
The Town Commission approved the renewal of the Clearwater Gas franchise agreement (Ordinance 536) on second and final reading, and advanced a solid waste fee schedule amendment (Ordinance 537) on first reading. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes, a special relief permit for the Belleair Community Foundation Sip & Slide, and acceptance of a donation for park amenities, was approved. The commission also approved a major event permit for the Pelican Women's Championship on first reading and an amendment to the Pinellas Road stormwater agreement.
- Approved Ordinance 536 renewing Clearwater Gas franchise agreement (final reading)
- Approved Ordinance 537 amending solid waste fee schedule (first reading)
- Approved consent agenda including Aug 3 minutes, BCF Sip & Slide permit, and BCF donation
- Approved Major Event Special Relief Permit for Pelican Women's Championship (first reading)
- Approved Pinellas Rd CFI Amendment to stormwater BMP N688 agreement
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Finance Board
The Belleair Finance Board will discuss current financial management policies and acceptable reserve spending. The meeting includes a review of 2021-2022 budget proposals for the General and Enterprise Funds. Members will also discuss solid waste rate projections.
- Discussion of acceptable reserve spending
- Review of 2021-2022 General and Enterprise Fund budget proposals
- Discussion of solid waste rate projections
The Finance Board meeting on August 12, 2021, was largely procedural and discussion-focused. The board approved the minutes of the July 15th meeting. The general agenda included discussions on acceptable reserve spending, the 2021-2022 budget, and solid waste rates, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded on these topics.
- Approved minutes of July 15th meeting (moved by Dan Hartshorne, seconded by Kate Fisher)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Public Meeting
The LPGA Ad Hoc Committee will review a Major Event Special Relief Permit application for Pelican 2021. The committee is also scheduled to discuss an in-town parking and traffic plan. Additionally, the meeting includes the approval of minutes from the July 28, 2021, meeting.
- Review of Pelican 2021 Major Event Special Relief Permit Application
- Discussion of In-Town Parking and Traffic Plan
- Approval of July 28, 2021 Meeting Minutes
The LPGA Ad Hoc Committee approved the updated traffic and parking plan for the major event, with parking limited, restricted, or open at specific entrances. The committee also approved the July 28, 2021 meeting minutes and reviewed the Major Event Special Relief Permit application, with updates from Outlyr on parking, restrooms, and insurance. No citizens comments were heard.
- Approved July 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved traffic and parking plan (unanimous)
- Reviewed Major Event Special Relief Permit application; no vote taken
Public Meeting
The Town of Belleair meeting includes a discussion regarding wage provisions for the FOP bargaining group. The agenda also notes that FOP contract negotiations were canceled.
- Discussion of FOP bargaining group wage provisions
Town Commission
The Town Commission will conduct a second reading of an ordinance regarding amendments to the town charter's election dates. The agenda also includes discussions on 2021-2022 budget proposals and solid waste rates.
- Second reading of Ordinance 535 regarding town election date amendments
- Park Amenity Replacement Plan purchase
- Pinellas County Sheriff Department annual agreement for FY 21-22
- BCC Land Lease Amendment for a 90-day permitting extension
- Discussion of 2021-2022 budget proposals and solid waste rates
The Commission approved the second reading of Ordinance 535, a charter amendment pertaining to town elections, moving it forward. The consent agenda was approved without the park amenity item, and a land lease amendment for a 90-day permitting extension was approved. Budget, solid waste rates, and organizational chart were discussed but not voted on.
- Approved second reading of Ordinance 535 (charter amendment on town elections)
- Approved consent agenda without park amenity item
- Approved BCC land lease amendment for 90-day permitting extension
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Public Meeting
The LPGA Ad Hoc Committee is reviewing plans for the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship. The meeting includes discussions on special relief permits and related ordinances. The committee will also elect officers.
- Review of 2021 Pelican Women's Championship plans
- Ordinance No. 521 regarding Special Relief Permits
- Ordinance No. 529 amending Special Relief Permits
- Consideration of parking passes
- Election of committee officers
The LPGA Ad Hoc Committee elected Town Manager JP Murphy as chairman by consensus. The committee reviewed the 2021 Pelican Women's Championship plans, including increased attendance, hospitality, and security. A proposal to designate certain town areas as permit-only parking was tabled until the next meeting after discussion. No other formal decisions were made.
- Elected JP Murphy as committee chairman by consensus
- Tabled parking pass proposal until 8/11 meeting (unanimous)
Town Commission
The Commission will hold first readings for ordinances regarding town election dates and the Clearwater Gas franchise agreement. The agenda also includes discussions on the preliminary maximum millage rate and potential additions to the historic registry. Other items include reviews of advisory board term limits and a pay and compensation study for employees.
- First reading of Ordinance 535 regarding town election date amendments
- First reading of Ordinance 536 for Clearwater Gas franchise renewal
- Approval of the Maximum Millage Preliminary (MMP)
- Historic registry applications for 24 Hibiscus Road and 360 Woodlawn Avenue
- Discussion of a pay and compensation study for town employees
The Town Commission approved first readings of Ordinance 535 (charter amendment on town elections) and Ordinance 536 (renewal of the Clearwater Gas Franchise Agreement as amended), and set the preliminary maximum millage at 6.5000. The consent agenda was approved, including meeting minutes and multiple recognition resolutions. The commission also approved adding 24 Hibiscus Road and 360 Woodlawn Avenue to the Historic Registry, Resolution 2021-18 amending the historic structures list, a special relief permit for Hallett Park at 1705 Laurel Road, selecting ETC Institute for a citizen satisfaction survey, salary study range adjustments, and Resolution 2021-29 establishing an LPGA Ad Hoc Committee.
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 535 (charter amendment on town elections)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 536 (renewal of Clearwater Gas Franchise Agreement as amended)
- Set preliminary maximum millage at 6.5000
- Approved consent agenda including June 15, 2021 minutes and resolutions 2021-19 through 2021-28
- Approved adding 24 Hibiscus Road and 360 Woodlawn Avenue to Historic Registry
- Approved Resolution 2021-18 amending the List of Historically Designated Structures
- Approved special relief permit for Hallett Park at 1705 Laurel Road
- Approved selecting ETC Institute for citizen satisfaction survey and Resolution 2021-29 establishing LPGA Ad Hoc Committee
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Finance Board
The Belleair Finance Board will discuss the 2021-2022 preliminary maximum millage and budget. The meeting includes a review of a draft report on solid waste collection and recycling. Additionally, members will discuss acceptable reserve spending.
- Approval of June 24, 2021 meeting minutes
- Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Draft Report review
- Discussion of acceptable reserve spending
- 2021-2022 preliminary maximum millage discussion
The Finance Board approved the June 24, 2021 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend the Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Draft Report, and voted to retain the 2021-2022 preliminary maximum millage at 6.5000. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved June 24, 2021 meeting minutes
- Recommended Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Draft Report
- Retained 2021-2022 preliminary maximum millage at 6.5000
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Public Meeting
The meeting includes applicant interviews and a period for citizen comments on items not listed on the agenda. The session will be held via webinar.
- Applicant interviews (ADM 21-1)
- Citizen comments
Finance Board
The Belleair Finance Board will discuss preliminary findings from a pay and compensation study. The board will also receive an update on the 2021-22 budget status. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of officers.
- Election of Officers
- Preliminary findings from a pay and other compensation study
- 2021-22 budget status update
- Approval of March 18, 2021, and May 20, 2021, meeting minutes
The Finance Board approved the March 18 and May 20, 2021 meeting minutes. It also returned current officers to office for the next fiscal year and accepted an amended staff recommendation for a pay and compensation study, with a maximum at 50% using data at 65%. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting included a budget status update and other routine items.
- Approved the March 18 and May 20, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Returned current officers to office for the next fiscal year.
- Accepted the amended staff recommendation for the pay study, with a maximum at 50% utilizing data at 65%.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will review the 2021-22 budget status and a draft report on solid waste collection and recycling. The agenda also includes discussions regarding town attorney solicitation and advisory board term limits. Additionally, the commission will consider vehicle replacements.
- Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Draft Report
- Discussion of Town Attorney Solicitation
- 2021-22 Budget Status Update
- Vehicle Replacements Approval
- Discussion of Advisory Board Term Limits
The Town Commission approved several items, including vehicle replacements and leases of up to five years based on best available price, and eliminated COVID-related leave starting in July while extending vacation time to September 2022 and reducing accruals for most staff. The commission also approved giving the town manager authority to select a firm for attorney solicitation, not to exceed $35,000, and continued discussion of advisory board term limits. The consent agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes, was approved.
- Approved consent agenda including May 10 and May 18 meeting minutes.
- Approved giving the town manager authority to select a firm for attorney solicitation, not to exceed $35,000.
- Continued discussion of advisory board term limits.
- Approved vehicle replacements and leases of up to five-year terms based on best available price.
- Approved eliminating COVID-related leave as of July and extending vacation time to September 2022, with reduced accruals for most staff.
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Bid Opening
The Town of Belleair will conduct a public opening of bids for the ADM 21-1 RFP Citizen Satisfaction Survey. The meeting also includes a period for citizen comments.
- Public opening of bids for the ADM 21-1 RFP Citizen Satisfaction Survey
Finance Board
The Finance Board will discuss the 2021-2022 budget workshop and preliminary findings from a pay and compensation study. The agenda also includes discussions regarding solid waste collection reports and the Master Capital Improvement Plan.
- Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Report discussion
- Master Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) discussion
- Pay and Other Compensation Study preliminary findings
- 2021-2022 Budget Workshop discussion
- Strategic Plan Progress Report
The Finance Board met on May 20, 2021, and discussed several agenda items, including a solid waste collection and recycling report, the Master Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), preliminary findings from a pay and compensation study, and the 2021-2022 budget workshop. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.
- Approved March 18, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussed solid waste collection and recycling report
- Discussed Master Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Discussed pay and compensation study preliminary findings
- Discussed 2021-2022 budget workshop
Town Commission
The Town Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request at 628 Pineland Ave. The agenda also includes discussions on long-term water supply options and Phase 3 COVID-19 mitigation measures. Additionally, the commission will consider several board appointments and the acceptance of a police vehicle donation.
- Public hearing for variance request at 628 Pineland Ave
- Acceptance of BCF donation of new police vehicle
- Update on long-term water supply options
- Discussion of Master Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Appointment of members to various advisory boards
The Town Commission approved a variance for 628 Pineland Ave, accepted a donated police vehicle from the Belleair Community Foundation, tentatively approved the Master Capital Improvement Plan, and adopted resolutions appointing members to several boards. Resolution 2021-17 on advisory board rules was continued to the June meeting. The commission also moved to explore bidding out town attorney services.
- Approved variance request for 628 Pineland Ave
- Approved consent agenda including May 4, 2021 minutes
- Accepted donation of 2020 F-150 Police Interceptor from Belleair Community Foundation
- Tentatively approved Master Capital Improvement Plan
- Adopted Resolution 2021-12 appointing Kate Fisher to Finance Board
- Adopted Resolution 2021-13 appointing Historic Preservation Board members
- Adopted Resolution 2021-14 appointing Infrastructure Board members
- Adopted Resolution 2021-15 appointing Park, Recreation and Tree Board members
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Infrastructure Board
The Infrastructure Board will discuss the Master Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Staff will also provide updates regarding the CIP and water systems, including a review of financial forces impacting small utility systems.
- Approval of January 20, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion of the Master Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Staff updates on CIP and water systems
- Review of financial forces impacting small utility systems
The Infrastructure Board approved the January 20, 2021 meeting minutes. The board reviewed the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) program structure and unanimously recommended 5 mil for the fiscal year. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended 5 mil for fiscal year CIP (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for 628 Pineland Ave. The board will also discuss an indemnification agreement related to driveways and pavers. Additionally, the meeting includes approval of the April 12, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Variance request for 628 Pineland Ave
- Discussion of driveways and pavers indemnification agreement
- Approval of April 12, 2021 meeting minutes
The Belleair Planning & Zoning Board approved a variance request for 628 Pineland Ave, allowing reduced front yard setbacks of about 17 feet 4 inches and 12 feet to accommodate a proposed garage. The board also approved the April 12, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed driveways and pavers, but no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved front yard setback variance of ~17 ft 4 in for garage at 628 Pineland Ave
- Approved second front yard setback variance of ~12 ft for same garage
- Approved April 12, 2021 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Special Meeting
The Town Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget workshop for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The agenda also includes a progress report on the Strategic Plan.
- 2021-2022 Budget Workshop
- Strategic Plan Progress Report
The Town Commission held a special meeting as a budget workshop for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. No formal decisions were made during the meeting; it was procedural in nature, ending with a motion to adjourn.
- Adjourned the special meeting (moved by Commissioner Shelly, seconded by Commissioner Chaney)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider an interlocal agreement for local option fuel tax distribution and a special relief permit for 406 Garden Circle. The agenda also includes discussions on Phase 3 COVID-19 mitigation measures and advisory board appointments.
- Special Relief Permit Request - 406 Garden Circle
- Resolution 2021-10 establishing the Park, Recreation and Tree Board
- Interlocal Agreement for distribution of potential additional 1-5 cent local option fuel tax
- Discussion of Phase 3 COVID-19 mitigation measures
- Resolution 2021-11 amending the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The Town Commission approved a special relief permit for 406 Garden Circle, established the Park, Recreation and Tree Board via Resolution 2021-10, and amended the 457 deferred compensation plan. They also approved an interlocal agreement for a potential fuel tax distribution and postponed COVID-19 Phase 3 mitigation discussions to the next meeting. The June 1 and July 6, 2021 meetings were eliminated.
- Approved special relief permit for 406 Garden Circle
- Approved Resolution 2021-10 establishing Park, Recreation and Tree Board
- Approved Resolution 2021-11 amending 457 deferred compensation plan
- Approved interlocal agreement for potential additional 1-5 cent local option fuel tax
- Postponed Phase 3 COVID-19 mitigation measures discussion to next meeting
- Eliminated June 1 and July 6, 2021 scheduled meetings
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider variance requests for properties on Pineland Avenue and Ponce de Leon Boulevard. The agenda also includes discussions regarding engineering services for Indian Rocks Road Phase 1 and the purchase of pedestrian signage.
- Variance request for 628 Pineland Ave
- Variance request for 1050 Ponce de Leon Blvd
- Approval of professional engineering services for Indian Rocks Road Phase 1 by RS&H
- Purchase of pedestrian signage and beacons from Tapco
- Discussion regarding driveways and pavers
The Town Commission approved professional engineering services for Indian Rocks Road Phase 1 by RS&H in the amount of $170,868.38. They also approved the purchase of 12 RRFB beacons from Tapco for $88,356, and approved a variance at 1050 Ponce de Leon Boulevard. The variance request for 628 Pineland Avenue was continued to May 18, 2021.
- Approved professional engineering services for Indian Rocks Road Phase 1 by RS&H ($170,868.38)
- Approved purchase of 12 RRFB beacons from Tapco ($88,356)
- Approved variance at 1050 Ponce de Leon Boulevard
- Continued variance request for 628 Pineland Avenue to May 18, 2021
- Approved Consent Agenda including April 6, 2021 minutes, Arbor Day Proclamation, and Teacher Appreciation Week proclamation
- Approved Resolution 2021-09 thanking Ms. Mary Griffith
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Belleair Planning & Zoning Board is scheduled to hold public hearings for variance requests at 628 Pineland Ave and 1050 Ponce de Leon Blvd. The board will also review the March 15, 2021 meeting minutes for approval.
- Variance Request - 628 Pineland Ave (21-0095)
- Variance Request - 1050 Ponce de Leon Blvd (21-0096)
- Approval of March 15, 2021 meeting minutes
The Planning & Zoning Board approved a variance request for 1050 Ponce de Leon Blvd. A separate variance request for 628 Pineland Ave was continued to the May 10th meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2021 meeting.
- Approved variance request for 1050 Ponce de Leon Blvd
- Continued variance request for 628 Pineland Ave to May 10th
- Approved March 15, 2021 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Town Commission
The Commission will consider contracting Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. to complete the final phase of the Pinellas Ponce Project. The agenda also includes swearing in new officers and a presentation to outgoing Mayor Karla Rettstatt.
- Contract for Pinellas Ponce Project final phase with Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc.
- Swearing in of Officers John Decker, Victor Fernandez, and Nelson Whitesell
- Resolution 2021-06 establishing the line of succession
- Amended Special Relief Permit Request for Let's Rumble, BCF
- Presentation to outgoing Mayor Karla Rettstatt
The Town Commission approved a consent agenda including the March 16, 2021 meeting minutes and an amended special relief permit for Let's Rumble, BCF. They also approved Resolution 2021-06 establishing the line of succession, Resolution 2021-07 designating authorized signers, and Resolution 2021-08 on commission procedures as amended. The most significant action was approving a $3,072,753.15 contract with Kamminga & Roodvoets (K&R) Inc. to complete the final phase of the Pinellas Ponce Project, with an effective award date of April 9.
- Approved consent agenda including March 16, 2021 minutes and amended special relief permit for Let's Rumble, BCF
- Approved Resolution 2021-06 establishing line of succession (positions 2-5: Kurey, Shelly, Chaney, Nessler)
- Approved Resolution 2021-07 designating list of authorized signers
- Approved Resolution 2021-08 on commission procedures as amended, including Rule No. 16
- Approved $3,072,753.15 contract with K&R Inc. for final phase of Pinellas Ponce Project, effective April 9
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Finance Board
The Finance Board will review the FY 2020-21 financial forecast. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 21, 2021, meeting.
- FY 2020-21 Financial Forecast
- Approval of January 21, 2021 meeting minutes
The Finance Board approved the minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting. The board also accepted a resolution honoring Mary Griffith. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting included a financial forecast discussion and staff reports.
- Approved the January 21, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Accepted the Finance Board resolution honoring Mary Griffith.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will declare the official results of the March 9, 2021 municipal election and swear in the Mayor and Commissioners. The agenda also includes discussions on commission procedures and reviews of annual county reports.
- Resolution 2021-05 declaring March 9, 2021 election results
- Swearing in of Mayor and Commissioners
- Discussion of Commission Rules, Procedures and Boards
- Review of Annual LMS and PPI updates from Pinellas County
- Presentation of the 2020 Communications Summary Report
The Commission certified the March 9, 2021 election results and swore in Mayor Michael Wilkinson and new Commissioners Coleen Chaney and Thomas Nessler. The Commission discussed, but did not vote on, potential changes to its rules and procedures, including remote attendance and board consolidation. The consent agenda, including approval of the March 2 meeting minutes, was approved unanimously.
- Approved Resolution 2021-05 declaring March 9, 2021 election results (4-0)
- Swore in Mayor Michael Wilkinson and Commissioners Coleen Chaney and Thomas Nessler
- Approved consent agenda including March 2, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board is discussing accessory use for residential play structures. The board is also reviewing regulations regarding temporary signs and flags.
- Discussion of Accessory Use: Residential Play Structures (21-0039)
- Discussion of Temporary Signs and Flags (21-0040)
- Approval of October 12, 2020 and February 8, 2021 meeting minutes
The Planning & Zoning Board met on March 15, 2021, and approved the minutes from its October 12, 2020 and February 8, 2021 meetings. The agenda included discussions on accessory use for residential play structures and temporary signs and flags, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.
- Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Joseph Namey, seconded by Peter Kyres)
- Approved October 12, 2020 meeting minutes (motion by Peter Kyres, seconded by Joseph Namey)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will review contract awards for Ponce medians tree planting and irrigation. The agenda also includes consideration of services for the Pinellas Ponce Project and RS&H traffic studies.
- Award of contract for Ponce Medians tree planting and irrigation
- Contracting services from Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for the Pinellas Ponce Project
- Special relief permit requests for Dogs & Donuts and Let's Rumble
- RS&H studies for school safety routes, speed limits, and origin-destination analysis
- Disposal of capital assets
The Town Commission approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and disposal of capital assets. It awarded a $37,534 contract to Buccaneer Landscape Management for the Ponce Medians tree planting and irrigation project. The commission also approved special relief permits for Dogs & Donuts and Let's Rumble events, and approved engineering services for a speed limit reduction study ($21,266.42) and an origin-destination analysis ($20,289.80). Two items were tabled: the K&R Pinellas/Ponce Phase III project and the Safe Routes to School study.
- Approved consent agenda including Feb 16, 2021 minutes and capital asset disposal
- Awarded contract PW 21-1 to Buccaneer Landscape Management for $37,534
- Approved special relief permit for Dogs & Donuts event
- Approved special relief permit for Let's Rumble event
- Tabled K&R Pinellas/Ponce Phase III project to March 16
- Tabled Safe Routes to School study scope and fee
- Approved RS&H speed limit reduction study for $21,266.42
- Approved RS&H origin destination analysis for $20,289.80
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will review the Belleair Strategic Plan and discuss compensation philosophy. The agenda includes discussions on teen council representation and a budget amendment for FY 2020-21. The commission will also address the acquisition of a new refuse packer.
- Presentation of Belleair's Strategic Plan
- Discussion of compensation philosophy
- Discussion of Teen Council representation on boards
- Acquisition of a new refuse packer and disposal of other assets
- Resolution 2021-04 amending the FY 2020-21 budget
The Town Commission approved the consent agenda, including the February 2, 2021 meeting minutes. It approved the strategic plan and data report from the Florida Institute of Government, a tentative compensation philosophy, the purchase of a refuse packer truck not to exceed $160,000 from Tampa Crane and Body with disposal of old equipment, and Resolution 2021-04 amending the FY 2020-21 budget. Discussion of Teen Council representation on boards was held but no action is recorded.
- Approved consent agenda including Feb 2, 2021 minutes
- Approved strategic plan and data report from Florida Institute of Government
- Approved tentative compensation philosophy
- Approved refuse truck purchase not to exceed $160,000 from Tampa Crane and Body and disposal of old equipment
- Approved Resolution 2021-04 amending FY 2020-21 budget
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board is meeting to discuss updates to temporary signs and flag ordinances. The board will also review regulations for residential play structures as an accessory use. Additionally, the board will consider approving previous meeting minutes.
- Discussion of temporary signs and flags (21-0040)
- Discussion of residential play structures (21-0039)
- Approval of October 12, 2020 meeting minutes
The Belleair Planning & Zoning Board met on February 8, 2021, and discussed temporary signs and flags, as well as accessory use of residential play structures. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with only the approval of minutes and adjournment.
- Approved October 12, 2020 meeting minutes
- Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes
- Adjourned meeting (moved by Brand Shank, seconded by Marc Mariano)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider a contract with Spectrum Enterprise for voice and internet services. The agenda also includes permit rescheduling for the Clearwater Running Festival and COVID protocols for sports leagues.
- Award of Contract to Spectrum Enterprise for Voice and Internet Services
- Rescheduling of Clearwater Running Festival Special Relief Permit
- Resolution 2021-03 thanking Mrs. BonSue Brandvik
- Special Relief Permit for Neighborhood Block Party
- COVID protocols for sports leagues
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Finance Board
The Finance Board will discuss potential options for the town's future water supply. This discussion includes a review of an executive summary and rate study slides.
- Approval of October 15, 2020 meeting minutes
- Discussion of future water supply options
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Infrastructure Board
The Infrastructure Board will review a draft evaluation report for bridges and seawalls. The board will also discuss rankings and cost estimates for the Capital Improvements Master Plan. Additionally, members will continue discussions regarding future water supply options.
- Draft Bridge & Seawall Evaluation Report
- Capital Improvements Master Plan rankings and cost estimates
- Future water supply options discussion
- Approval of October 26 and October 30, 2020 meeting minutes
The Infrastructure Board met on January 20, 2021, and approved the minutes from the October 26 and October 30, 2020 meetings. The agenda included discussions on the draft Bridge & Seawall Evaluation Report, the Capital Improvements Master Plan rankings and cost estimates, and future water supply options, but no formal decisions were made on these items.
- Approved October 26, 2020 meeting minutes
- Approved October 30, 2020 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will discuss future water supply options and review a draft Digital ADA Compliance Policy. The agenda also includes setting 2021 legislative priorities and honoring Mayor Gary H. Katica with a proclamation.
- Proclamation honoring Mayor Gary H. Katica
- Resolution 2021-02 setting 2021 Legislative Priorities
- Discussion of future water supply options
- Review of draft Digital ADA Compliance Policy
- Funding agreement for bluff erosion and abatement
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider amending the FY 2020-21 budget and extending the inspection period for the Belleair Country Club ground lease. The agenda also includes vehicle replacements and a mutual aid agreement with Pinellas County.
- Resolution 2021-01 amending the FY 2020-21 budget
- Extension of inspection period for Belleair Country Club ground lease
- Approval of vehicle replacements for Ford and Enterprise fleets
- Approval of Pinellas County Combined Mutual Aid Agreement
- Special Relief Permit Request for Family Movie Nights