Bradenton, FL

Insurance and Benefits Committee Meeting

The Bradenton Insurance and Benefits Committee will consider approving health insurance renewal rates and supplemental benefit recommendations for the 2026-2027 benefit year, presented by Brown and Brown. The committee will also receive market updates on GLP-1 prescriptions. Approval of the June 25, 2026 meeting minutes and public comment are also on the agenda.

• Motion to approve or deny proposed health insurance rates for 2026-2027 from Brown and Brown
• Motion to approve or deny Supplemental Benefit recommendations for 2026-2027
• Market updates on GLP-1 prescriptions from Brown and Brown
• Approval of minutes from the June 25, 2026, Insurance and Benefits Committee Meeting

Tree & Land Preservation Board Meeting

The Bradenton Tree & Land Preservation Board will discuss June 2026 tree removal permits, consider a letter to City Council for new member recruitment, and review a recommendation letter to City Administration for a Certified Arborist. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and citizen comments.

• Discussion of June 2026 Tree Removal Permits
• Letter to City Council for new member recruitment
• Recommendation letter for a Certified Arborist
• Approval of June 19, 2026 meeting minutes

Special Magistrate Meeting

The Special Magistrate addressed multiple code violations, including imposing daily fines for non-compliance and granting several requests for fine reductions. The hearing also included the approval of compliance extensions and the dismissal of three speed camera appeals.

• Approved June 2, 2026, meeting minutes
• Imposed $75.00 daily fine on 2809 17th Street Court West
• Granted continuance for 102 23rd Street Court NE until August 13, 2026
• Granted compliance extension for 1114 12th Street West until September 8, 2026
• Reduced fine for 200 11th Avenue East to $2,500.00 due by August 6, 2026
• Reduced fine for 1008/1010 16th Avenue West to $2,500.00 due by August 6, 2026
• Reduced fine for 4455 6th Avenue East to $2,500.00 due by August 6, 2026
• Granted compliance extension for 1105 17th Avenue West until January 3, 2027

Planning Commission Meeting

The Bradenton Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a special use permit for a sidewalk cafe with alcohol sales at 312 12th Street West, a proposed denial of a variance to reduce a side yard setback at 2313 3rd Avenue West, and an ordinance to vacate a platted alley near 9th Street West and 13th Avenue West. The commission will then make recommendations to the City Council on the special use permit and alley vacation, and will decide whether to approve the final order on the variance.

• Public hearing: Resolution 26-56 – special use permit for sidewalk cafe with alcohol sales at 312 12th Street West
• Public hearing: Final Order PLN-VAR-26-0005 – denial of variance to reduce side yard setback from 8 ft to 0 ft at 2313 3rd Avenue West
• Public hearing: Ordinance 4080 – vacation of a 20-foot platted alley east of 9th Street West and south of 13th Avenue West

Central CRA Advisory Board Meeting

This advisory board meets to approve minutes from January and then discuss multiple redevelopment topics. The discussion items include on-street parking on 8th Street, a community land trust (CLT), the Minnie Lee Rogers site, and a retroactive incentive policy. Public comment is accepted at the start.

• Approve minutes from January 6, 2026 meeting
• 8th Street on-street parking discussion
• Community Land Trust (CLT) discussion
• Minnie Lee Rogers site discussion
• Retroactive incentive policy discussion

The advisory board approved previous meeting minutes and recommended the CRA Board deny all requests for retroactive incentives or grants. The committee also received updates on 8th Street parking design, a land trust selection, and the Minnie Rogers site closing.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of all retroactive incentive or grant requests (unanimous)
• Selected Bright Community Trust for land trust contract negotiations
• Closed on Minnie Rogers property for approximately $637,500

Public Art Advisory Board Meeting

The Bradenton Public Art Advisory Board will consider approving several public art proposals, including a mural review for Saw Blossom, a grant application from Florida Cultural Group, Inc., and multiple project reviews from the Artist Guild of Manatee Inc. No dollar amounts or further details are provided in the agenda.

• Community Redevelopment Agency: Saw Blossom Public Art Mural Review – Approve
• Community Redevelopment Agency: Florida Cultural Group, Inc. Public Art Grant Application – Approve
• Community Redevelopment Agency: Artist Guild of Manatee Inc. Public Art Review – Approve (four separate items)

The board approved multiple matching grant requests for murals and a bronze sculpture. One request for a 'History of Music' mural was tabled pending a review of the final product.

• Approved $1,000 grant for Saw Blossom mural at 1506 13th Street West (unanimous)
• Approved design and up to $20,000 grant for 'The Performer' sculpture at 508 3rd Avenue West (unanimous)
• Approved $500 grant for frog mural at 1303 13th Avenue West (unanimous)
• Approved $500 grant for Matt McAllister mural at 1102 12th Street West (unanimous)
• Tabled $350 'History of Music' mural request until final product review (unanimous)
• Approved design and $1,150.25 grant for Federal Market mural at 908 13th Avenue West (unanimous)

Public Art Advisory Board Meeting

The board will appoint a Chair and Vice Chair and review candidate applications to fill a vacancy. Members will also discuss updates regarding Singing River and a walkthrough of Love Park.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of candidate applications from Robin Block and Christine Turner to fill a board vacancy
• Singing River update
• Love Park walkthrough

The board retained its current leadership for the 2026 calendar year and recommended Christine Turner for a four-year term. Members also discussed the Singing River sculpture progress and an $85,000 art budget for Love Park.

• Retained Lauren Aristizabal as Chair (unanimous)
• Retained Kathy Simon-McDonald as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Granted Sarah Colandro a two-year term extension
• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Christine Turner for a four-year term

Tamiami Trail Community Advisory Committee Meeting

The Tamiami Trail Community Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from previous meetings, appoint a chair and vice chair, and discuss updates on the Met 2b project and the Village of the Arts Greene Property. The main action items are five grant applications: four residential redevelopment grants and one roof grant for properties along 11th and 12th Avenues West.

• Residential Redevelopment Grant from Jeffrey Zucker for 1219 11th Ave. West
• Roof Grant for additional funds from Carol Daste for 1105 12th Street West
• Residential Redevelopment Grant from Angela Propst for 1209 12th Ave. West
• Residential Redevelopment Grant from Joan Peters for 1210 11th Ave. West
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair

The committee unanimously recommended four Residential Redevelopment grants covering roof replacements, impact-rated doors, and windows for properties on 11th Avenue West and 12th Street/Avenue West. The approvals fund necessary storm-preparedness and structural repairs while keeping costs below mandatory appraisal thresholds. Other items discussed included developer parking concerns at the MET site, a clean environmental report for a Bellemere property closing in April, and partnership negotiations with Bright Community Trust for a new community land trust on 8th Street.

• Approved Teri Nattress as Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Bill Webster as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Recommended Residential Redevelopment grant up to $10,984.75 for Jeffrey Zucker at 1219 11th Ave West (unanimous)
• Recommended Roof grant increase up to $9,999 for Carol Daste at 1105 12th Street West (unanimous)
• Recommended Residential Redevelopment grant up to $12,490.00 for Angela Propst at 1209 12th Ave West (unanimous)
• Recommended Residential Redevelopment grant up to $11,120.00 for Joan Peters at 1210 11th Ave West (unanimous)
• Scheduled closing for 1509 10th Street West environmental report review for April 6, 2026
• Awarded Community Land Trust partnership evaluation to Bright Community Trust out of Tampa

Insurance and Benefits Committee Meeting

The Insurance and Benefits Committee will vote on proposed health insurance renewal rates for the 2026-2027 plan year, presented by Brown and Brown. The committee will also consider recommendations on a request for proposals for supplemental benefits. Approval of the prior meeting's minutes is also on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the May 18, 2026 committee meeting
• Motion to approve or deny proposed health insurance rates for 2026-2027 from Brown and Brown
• Motion to approve or deny Brown and Brown's recommendations on supplemental benefits RFP

The Insurance and Benefits Committee met on June 25, 2026. The only substantive action taken was the unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved May 18, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Tree & Land Preservation Board Meeting

The Bradenton Tree & Land Preservation Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and hear a presentation from CRA Staff. The agenda includes reports on tree removal permits and approval of letters to City Council and Administration.

• Approval of May 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation from CRA Staff on functions
• Report on May 2026 Tree Removal Permits
• Approval of letter to City Council Members
• Approval of recommendation letter for a Certified Arborist

The board voted to approve the minutes from its May 15, 2026 meeting. No other agenda items were discussed or acted upon during this procedural session. The meeting adjourned at 2:44 p.m.

• Approved May 15, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting

The Bradenton Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider consent items including a CPTED grant application and appointments to the Tamiami Trail Community Advisory Committee, and a substantive item: a second amendment to a purchase and sale agreement with PHBGF Ventures LLC for property in the Tamiami Trail CRA, pending City Council action. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and take citizen comments.

• CPTED Grant Application from AJA Business Holdings LLC for property at 2514 9th St West
• Resolution CRA 26-03 appointing Bryan Moore to Tamiami Trail Community Advisory Committee
• Resolution CRA 26-04 appointing Wayne Chuck Nappi to Tamiami Trail Community Advisory Committee
• Second Amendment to Purchase and Sale Agreement with PHBGF Ventures LLC (pending City Council action)
• Approval of May 27, 2026 CRA Board Meeting Minutes

The Board approved the consent agenda and a second amendment to a purchase and sale agreement involving properties on 14th Street West. The Board also authorized CRA incentive coverage of up to 70% of impact fees for the project.

• Approved Consent Agenda unanimously
• Approved Second Amendment to Purchase and Sale Agreement/Land Use Restriction Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized CRA incentive of up to 70% of impact fees (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Bradenton City Council will hold second readings and public hearings on two proposed charter amendments that would remove the mayor's role as ex officio president of the council and eliminate the mayor's tie-breaking vote (Ordinance 4077) and impose term limits for the mayor and council members (Ordinance 4078). Both amendments would be placed on the November 3, 2026, general election ballot if approved. The council also has a quasi-judicial public hearing on a special use permit for a 426-foot private dock at 1215 50th Street Court East. The consent agenda includes approval of a building permit fee amendment (Resolution 26-50), an emergency alert services agreement with Everbridge, and several public works contracts.

• Ordinance 4077 – Charter amendment to remove mayor as council president and tie-breaking vote, to referendum
• Ordinance 4078 – Charter amendment to impose term limits on mayor and council, to referendum
• Resolution 26-41 – Public hearing for special use permit for 426-ft private dock at 1215 50th Street Court East
• Resolution 26-50 – Amending building permit fees
• Second Amendment to Purchase and Sale Agreement with PHBGF Ventures, LLC for properties at 1404, 1424, 1444 14th Street West

The council approved a consent agenda covering emergency alert services, utility upgrades, and fee adjustments. It also passed two charter amendments that will appear on the Nov. 3 referendum to change the mayor’s voting role and establish term limits for elected officials. Additionally, the council awarded several water and public works contracts while rejecting one property purchase amendment.

• Approved consent agenda including emergency alert services and building permit fee adjustments (5-0)
• Granted special use permit for a private dock at 1215 50th Street Court East with setback reduction (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4077 to remove the mayor’s tie-breaking vote and ex officio council role; referendum set for Nov. 3, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4078 to add term limits for the mayor and council members; referendum set for Nov. 3, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved initial assessment for Ironwood Condominiums water main replacement project (5-0)
• Awarded Phase 1 design contract for new public works complex to Sweet Sparkman Architects (5-0)
• Approved facilities planning agreements with Woodard & Curran and a separate water treatment plan agreement (5-0)
• Rejected second amendment to purchase agreement with PHBGF Ventures, LLC; approved alternate amendment contingent on CRA impact fee contribution (5-0)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several specific topics. The session is designed for discussion rather than formal decision-making.

• Bradenton Area EDC
• Ballot Initiatives
• Water Study
• City Hall

The City Council discussed an economic redevelopment strategy with the Bradenton Area EDC and potential ballot initiatives regarding term limits and mayoral voting authority. Officials also reviewed a preliminary utility rate study proposing a 7.5% increase and discussed the temporary relocation of City Hall offices.

• Council did not object to drafting documentation for proposed ballot initiatives
• City staff will notify residents via utility bills regarding a June 10 public hearing on water rates

Firefighters' Retirement System Pension Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board approved a proposed ordinance to reduce the member contribution rate from 9% to 7% over three fiscal years. They also approved the September 30, 2025, audit and authorized an actuary to prepare an impact statement. Additionally, the Board requested that the Board Attorney attend future meetings via Zoom, except for valuation meetings.

• Approved December 8, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved September 30, 2025, audit and authorized execution of communication letter (5-0)
• Approved proposed ordinance to reduce contribution rates and authorized actuarial impact statement (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including invoices and fund activity report (4-0)
• Requested Board Attorney attend future meetings via Zoom except for valuation meetings

Special Magistrate Meeting

The Bradenton Special Magistrate reviewed multiple code enforcement cases and issued daily fines for properties that remained out of compliance. Two property owners successfully requested fine reductions with strict payment deadlines, while three other cases were delayed until July 7 or removed because the violations were fixed. These rulings enforce city maintenance standards and determine financial penalties for unresolved property issues.

• Imposed $75/day fine starting Dec 4, 2025 for 1122 15th Street West until compliance
• Imposed $200/day fine starting Apr 9, 2026 for 3605 Hawk Island Drive until compliance
• Continued cases at 2809 17th St Ct W, 6710 22nd Ave W, and 102 23rd St Ct NE to July 7, 2026
• Removed cases at 2501 Orchid Glades Ln and 1328 15th St W from agenda due to compliance
• Extended compliance deadline until Dec 31, 2026 for 2531 10th Avenue East
• Reduced fine at 1939 7th Ave E to $2,500 due Nov 29, 2026 or reverts to $51,600
• Reduced fine at 7214 8th Ave Loop W to $2,500 due July 2, 2026 or reverts to $13,500
• Imposed daily fines of $75 starting May 10 for 2305 9th St W and Apr 12 for two 12th Street East properties; imposed $200/day starting May 10 for 0 Chinaberry Rd

Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting

The Bradenton Community Redevelopment Agency Board is meeting to review budget adjustments for three CRA districts. The board will also consider grant applications for property redevelopment and infrastructure improvements.

• Budget Adjustment for Fund 131 (Central CRA District)
• Budget Adjustment for Fund 132 (Downtown CRA District)
• Budget Adjustment for Fund 133 (Tamiami Trail CRA District)
• Redevelopment Grant Application from AJA Business Holdings LLC for 2514 9th Street West
• Infrastructure Grant Applications from Three J Group LLC for 214, 218, 222, and 226 8th Ave Dr. West

The CRA Board approved the consent agenda, which included three budget adjustments for the Central, Downtown, and Tamiami Trail districts. The board also approved a redevelopment grant application for 2514 9th Street West and infrastructure grant applications for properties on 8th Avenue Drive West.

• Approved Resolution CRA BA 26-01 Budget Adjustment for Fund 131 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution CRA BA 26-02 Budget Adjustment for Fund 132 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution CRA BA 26-03 Budget Adjustment for Fund 133 (4-0)
• Approved April 22, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved AJA Business Holdings LLC redevelopment grant for 2514 9th Street West (4-0)
• Approved Three J Group LLC infrastructure grant applications for 214, 218, 222, and 226 8th Avenue Drive West (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The council will hold first readings of two charter amendments: one to remove the mayor as ex officio president and tie-breaking vote, and another to establish term limits for the mayor and council members. Both will undergo a second reading and public hearing on June 10 before a November 3 referendum. The council will also conduct second readings and public hearings on three rezoning ordinances and a development agreement permitting a density increase to 345 dwelling units in the Urban Core. The consent agenda includes two SHIP housing rehabilitation loans and several event permits.

• First reading of charter amendment to remove mayor's vote on council ties (Ordinance 4077)
• First reading of charter amendment for term limits (Ordinance 4078)
• Second reading for rezoning 3.9 acres near 15th St W from UCBD to Urban Core (Ordinance 4067)
• Approval of development agreement for 345 dwelling units in Urban Core (PLN-DVA-26-0001)
• Two SHIP housing rehabilitation loans: $41,415 for 816 12th Ave W and $38,760 for 809 16th St E

The City Council approved several ordinances regarding future land use and zoning designations. They also authorized a local development agreement with Amres Investments, LLC and multiple change orders related to the Bradenton Police Department Headquarters.

• Approved Consent Agenda except for item G (5-0)
• Reconsidered application PLN-MAJ-26-0001 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4073 regarding future land use map (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4074 regarding land use atlas (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4067 regarding future land use map (5-0)
• Approved density bonus increase up to 200 units for Amres Investments, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Local Development Agreement with Amres Investments, LLC (5-0)
• Approved purchase and sale agreement for 308 13th Street West (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three quasi-judicial items. The main item is Resolution 26-41, a special use permit for a 426-foot private dock at 1215 50th Street Court East on the Braden River. The commission will recommend approval or denial to the City Council. Also up for decision are a variance for a front-yard pergola at 1700 21st Avenue West and a variance for reduced rear and side setbacks at 4303 5th Avenue NE.

• Public hearing on Resolution 26-41 for a special use permit to build a 426-foot private dock at 1215 50th Street Court East
• Public hearing on Final Order PLN-VAR-26-0002 to allow a pergola in the front yard at 1700 21st Avenue West
• Public hearing on Final Order PLN-VAR-26-0003 to reduce rear setback by 10 feet and side setback by 3 feet at 4303 5th Avenue NE

The Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a private dock at 1215 50th Street Court East. The commission also approved variances for a front yard pergola at 1700 21st Avenue West and specific setback reductions at 4303 5th Avenue NE.

• Approved April 15, 2026, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 26-41 for a private dock at 1215 50th Street Court East (7-0)
• Approved Final Order PLN-VAR-26-0002 for a front yard pergola at 1700 21st Avenue West (7-0)
• Approved Final Order PLN-VAR-26-0003 for setback reductions at 4303 5th Avenue NE (7-0)

Police Officers' Retirement System Pension Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board approved the November 6, 2025, meeting minutes and actual expenses as of September 30, 2025. Trustees set the declaration of returns at 7.25% and voted to redirect $2 million from the bond allocation into real estate.

• Approved November 6, 2025, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved actual expenses as of September 30, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved October 1, 2025, valuation report (4-0)
• Set declaration of returns at 7.25% (4-0)
• Reduced bond allocation by $2 million and allocated $1 million each to American Realty and Barings (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Warrant #124 (4-0)

Insurance Committee Meeting

The Bradenton Insurance and Benefits Committee will receive updates on Q1 performance and market data, claims and plan updates, and renewal projections for all lines of insurance. Any changes to current plans would require a motion and vote. Public comment is accepted on any agenda or non-agenda item.

• Human Resources: Performance and Market Update Q1 from Burgess Chambers
• Human Resources: Claims and Plan Updates from Brown and Brown
• Human Resources: Renewal projections and goals for all lines of insurance from Brown and Brown

The Insurance and Benefits Committee approved adding the Target Date Series Retirement 2070 Fund. The committee also approved closing the T. Rowe Price Growth Stock I and FMI Large Cap Instl funds. Additionally, staff reported that plan assets fell by $315,000 during the first quarter of 2026.

• Approved closing T. Rowe Price Growth Stock I (assets to map to Fidelity Large Cap Growth Index)
• Approved closing FMI Large Cap Instl (assets to map to Vanguard Equity Income Fund Adm.)
• Approved addition of Target Date Series Retirement 2070 Fund (unanimous)

Tree & Land Preservation Board Meeting

The Bradenton Tree & Land Preservation Board will hold a routine meeting on May 15, 2026. Agenda items include approval of April meeting minutes, a staff report on April tree removal permits (noted as N/A), discussion of new board member recruitment strategies, and a review of quarterly strategies. Staff will also provide updates on tree giveaway events and the Earth Day recap. No specific ordinances or rezonings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the April 17, 2026 Tree and Land Preservation Board meeting
• Staff report on April Tree Removal Permits (no information provided)
• Discussion of strategies for recruiting new board members
• Review and revision of 2026 quarterly strategies for the board
• Updates on Tree Giveaway and Earth Day recap

The board approved the April 17, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously (4‑0). Members agreed to produce an informational flyer and a social‑media post, working with the Public Information Manager, to raise awareness about tree removals. The board confirmed that its quarterly objectives were completed. Two items—the Tree Giveaway Updates and the Earth Day Recap—were deferred to the June 19, 2026 meeting.

• Approved April 17, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Decided to create informational flyer and social media post on tree removals
• Confirmed quarterly objectives were completed
• Deferred Tree Giveaway Updates to June 19, 2026
• Deferred Earth Day Recap to June 19, 2026

City Council Meeting

The Bradenton City Council will hold a public hearing on a major amendment to the Jordan Creek East Planned Development Plan, which would allow 106 townhome units instead of the previously approved 66 semidetached units. The council will also consider annexing two parcels at 507 and 509 50th Street West, and hear first readings for land use and zoning changes related to that annexation. Other business includes a $85,104 SHIP rehabilitation loan for 2104 14th Ave E, a contract to purchase 2115 9th Street East, and approval of the Bradenton Riverwalk Half Marathon.

• Public hearing on Resolution 26-28 for 106 townhomes at Jordan Creek East (1201 27th St E and 2906 11th Ave E)
• Annexation of 507 and 509 50th St W (Ordinance 4072) - second reading and public hearing
• $85,104 SHIP rehabilitation loan for 2104 14th Ave E (Resolution 26-45)
• Contract for purchase and sale of 2115 9th St E
• Bradenton Riverwalk Half Marathon approval with stipulations including police traffic compliance

The council voted 5‑0 to deny the Jordan Creek East Planned Development amendment (Resolution 26‑28). It also approved the Bradenton Riverwalk Half Marathon event, the sale of the vacant lot at 2115 9th Street East, and a second extension of the contract with the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation, each by a 5‑0 vote. The full consent agenda was approved unanimously.

• Denied Jordan Creek East Planned Development amendment (5‑0)
• Approved Bradenton Riverwalk Half Marathon event (5‑0)
• Approved contract for purchase and sale of 2115 9th Street East (5‑0)
• Approved second extension of contract with Bradenton Area Economic Development Corp (5‑0)
• Took second extension of EDC contract off the table (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5‑0)

Special Magistrate Meeting

The magistrate granted continuances for several pending cases until the June 2, 2026 hearing. Extensions of compliance time were approved for two properties. Daily fines were ordered for violations at 1716 30th Street West, 911 12th Avenue West, and 1501 14th Avenue West.

• Granted continuance for case 26-002 until June 2, 2026
• Removed case 26-035 from agenda (property in compliance)
• Granted 180‑day extension for case 25-124 until Nov 1 2026
• Granted 90‑day extension for case 25-162 until Aug 3 2026
• Imposed $75/day fine on 1716 30th Street West starting Jan 5 2026
• Imposed $125/day fine on 911 12th Avenue West starting Apr 1 2026
• Imposed $125/day fine on 1501 14th Avenue West starting Mar 13 2026
• Granted continuance for case 25-089 until June 2, 2026

Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting

The Bradenton Community Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to approve consent agenda items, including an amendment to the Land Use Restrictive Agreement for HTG Astoria, LTD., and an application for CRA incentives from PHBGF Ventures, LLC. The board will also discuss project updates from the Bradenton Police Department. Citizen comments will be accepted on non-agenda and agenda items.

• Approval of March 25, 2026 CRA meeting minutes
• Amendment to the Land Use Restrictive Agreement for HTG Astoria, LTD.
• Application for CRA incentives from PHBGF Ventures, LLC.
• Bradenton Police Department project updates

The CRA Board voted to approve the consent agenda, which included the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes, an amendment to the Land Use Restrictive Agreement for HTG Astoria, Ltd., and an application for CRA incentives from PHBGF Ventures, LLC. The motion passed unanimously. No other actions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda item a (March 25, 2026 CRA meeting minutes) – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda item b (Amendment to LURA for HTG Astoria, Ltd.) – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda item c (Application for CRA incentives from PHBGF Ventures, LLC) – unanimous

City Council Meeting

The Bradenton City Council will hold second readings and public hearings on two ordinances: one reducing firefighter pension contributions and another creating a new chapter for capital project and service assessments. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts for engineering, surveying, and construction services, as well as agreements for special events. A public hearing will also be held on the proposed use of 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Public hearing on CDBG 2026-2027 proposed use of funds
• Second reading of Ordinance 4075 lowering firefighter employee pension contributions from 10% to 7% over three years
• Second reading of Ordinance 4076 establishing special assessments for capital projects and services
• Consent item: Agreement for CMAR preconstruction services with Quality Enterprises USA for downtown water main improvements
• Non-binding letter agreement for G.T. Bray Park between city and Manatee County

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items A‑L. It voted 4‑1 to table the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation contract extension until May 13, 2026. Ordinance 4075, which changes firefighter retirement contribution rates, passed 5‑0, and Ordinance 4076, creating a special assessment framework, also passed 5‑0. The council approved a non‑binding agreement to transfer G.T. Bray Park to Manatee County, authorizing the mayor to execute it.

• Approved consent agenda items A‑L (5‑0)
• Tabled EDC contract extension until May 13, 2026 (4‑1)
• Approved Ordinance 4075 adjusting firefighter retirement contributions (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 4076 establishing special assessment process (5‑0)
• Approved non‑binding letter to transfer G.T. Bray Park to Manatee County (5‑0)

Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting

The Bradenton Community Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to approve the minutes from a January 2026 meeting and consider two items for the Downtown CRA: modifications to the design and placement of sun shades at Rossi Park and the scheduling of the 'Singing River' official dedication event.

• Approve January 28, 2026 CRA Meeting Minutes
• Approve Rossi Park Sun Shades: Design and Placement Modifications
• Select date and time for 'Singing River' Official Dedication
• Project Updates
• Citizen Comments

The board unanimously approved the January 28 meeting minutes. It then approved the revised design and placement for the Rossi Park Sun Shade project, also unanimously. No other formal actions were taken; the board discussed future dates for the Singing River dedication and provided updates on grant programs and upcoming projects.

• Approved January 28, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved revised design and placement for Rossi Park Sun Shade project (5-0)

Tree & Land Preservation Board Meeting

The Bradenton Tree & Land Preservation Board meets to approve March meeting minutes, hear a staff report on March 2026 tree removal permits, and discuss future agenda items. Old business includes updates on Riverwalk tree planting, Earth Day events, and tree giveaways. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Staff report on March 2026 tree removal permits (discussion)
• Update on Riverwalk tree planting (discussion)
• Update on Earth Day events (discussion)
• Update on tree giveaways (discussion)
• Arbor Day Proclamation noted as N/A

The Tree and Land Preservation Board approved the minutes from the March 20, 2026 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; the board received updates on Riverwalk tree planting, Earth Day events, and upcoming tree giveaways. Members discussed adding agenda items on a new urban tree canopy assessment, staff education sessions, and board recruitment for the May 15, 2026 meeting.

• Approved March 20, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Meeting

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to approve the City of Bradenton 2026-2029 SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan. The body will also review housing activity and SHIP funding reports for FY 2022-2023.

• Approval of City of Bradenton 2026-2029 SHIP Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP)
• Review of Housing Activities Report and SHIP Funding Summary by Income Category Report for FY 2022-2023
• Approval of January 15, 2026 meeting minutes

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its January 15, 2026 meeting. Vice Mayor Kocher moved to approve, Ms. Singer seconded, and the motion passed with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Jan. 15, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Bradenton Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three proposed ordinances (4067, 4073, 4074) that amend the city’s Comprehensive Plan future land‑use map. Commissioners will also hear a quasi‑judicial resolution (26‑28) concerning a major amendment to the Jordan Creek East Planned Development Plan. After discussion, the commission will recommend to City Council whether to approve or deny each item.

• Ordinance 4067 – changes a 3.9464‑acre parcel (Parcel ID 3354500109) owned by Manatee County from Urban Central Business District to Urban Core on the future land‑use map.
• Ordinance 4073 – designates a 0.397‑acre parcel (Parcel ID 3629100003) owned by Shiv Ohm P L as Suburban Commercial Corridor on the future land‑use map.
• Ordinance 4074 – places the same 0.397‑acre parcels (IDs 3629100003 and 3629000005) owned by Shiv Ohm P L and Zeeva RE LLC in Suburban Commercial Corridor zoning via the Land Use Atlas.
• Resolution 26‑28 – approves a major amendment to the Jordan Creek East Planned Development Plan for 66 semidetached units (Option A) and 106 townhome units (Option B) on parcels 1387000050 and 1387200007 at 1201 27th St E and 2906 11th Ave E.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting. It then approved Ordinance 4067, amending the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to re‑designate a 3.9464‑acre parcel from Urban Central Business District to Urban Core. The vote on Ordinance 4067 was 5‑0; Commissioner Whetstone was excused and Vice Chair Bakker abstained due to a conflict of interest. No votes were recorded for Ordinances 4073 or 4074, which were only opened for public comment.

• Approved February 18, 2026 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 4067 changing land use to Urban Core (5-0; Bakker abstained, Whetstone excused)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to receive a presentation from Dover, Kohl & Partners on the Economic Development Action Plan. The meeting includes citizen comments limited to agenda items and other procedural items. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion and information session.

• Presentation by Dover, Kohl & Partners on Economic Development Action Plan

The Bradenton City Council met on March 11, 2026 and heard a presentation by Dover, Kohl & Partners on the Economic Development Action Plan. Council members requested a hard copy of the study and discussed timelines, zoning, and affordability, but no formal approvals, votes, or actions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 2:33 p.m.