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City Council

The City Council approved Resolution 2026-14, setting the proposed millage rate at 8.2000 mills for fiscal year 2026-2027, which is below the rolled-back rate of 9.1104 mills. The resolution also schedules public hearings for September 10 and September 29, 2026, to adopt the tentative and final budgets. The vote was 3-0, with two members absent.

• Approved Resolution 2026-14 setting tentative millage at 8.2000 mills (3-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for tentative budget and millage on Sept 10, 2026 at 6 PM
• Scheduled public hearing for final budget and millage on Sept 29, 2026 at 6 PM

City Council

The City Council held a work session with Pasco County Schools Superintendent Dr. John Legg, who presented an education update on schools within city limits, including school grades, achievements, community investments, Gulf Middle renovation, enrollment decline, and a November referendum. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal actions taken; meeting was a work session with a presentation only

City Council

The City Council approved several items, including a first reading of a parking enforcement ordinance, a lease with the West Pasco Free Senior Health Clinic, and multiple contracts and resolutions. All votes were 4-0 except for the millage resolution, which passed 3-1. The meeting was procedural with no public comment on most items.

• Approved first reading of parking enforcement ordinance (4-0)
• Approved lease with West Pasco Free Senior Health Clinic (4-0)
• Approved letter of intent to withdraw from PRM insurance pool (4-0)
• Approved sale of Main & Bank Building to CRA (4-0)
• Approved emergency pier repair pay application and budget amendment (4-0)
• Approved sewer lining project close out (4-0)
• Terminated landscape contract with Rock and Rose, awarded to Turfscape (4-0)
• Approved millage resolution for TRIM notices (3-1)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review the second draft of the FY 2026/2027-2030/2031 Capital Improvement Program, a $22,974,000 plan for major infrastructure projects. Changes from the first draft included adding the Sims Park/Orange Lake Improvement Project, moving Railroad Square Phase II up, deferring Downtown Business Wayfinding Signs to FY27/28, and deferring Neighborhood Improvements Projects to FY27/28. No formal decisions were made; the item was discussion only.

• Reviewed second draft of $22.97M Capital Improvement Program (no vote)
• Added Sims Park/Orange Lake Improvement Project to CIP (discussed)
• Moved Railroad Square Phase II up in schedule (discussed)
• Deferred Downtown Business Wayfinding Signs to FY27/28 (discussed)
• Deferred Neighborhood Improvements Projects to FY27/28 (discussed)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review proposed departmental budgets for FY2026-2027, covering Public Works, Fire, and Development. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational only. The next steps were not specified in the minutes.

• Reviewed proposed Public Works budget, including capital items like a Pay Loader with Root Rake and TYMCO Street Sweeper
• Reviewed proposed Development Department budget, noting split into Planning & Zoning and new Municipal Building Operations divisions
• Reviewed proposed Fire Department budget, including capital items like Citywide AED Replacement and Portable Radio Replacement

City Council

The City Council held a work session to receive a legislative update from lobbyist The Southern Group. The presentation covered the 2026 Florida Legislative Session, including the state budget and key issues. The Rio Drive Resiliency Project received state funding, while the Elevated Storage Tank appropriation was vetoed. No formal decisions were made during this work session.

• Received legislative update from The Southern Group (no vote)
• Noted Rio Drive Resiliency Project funded by state
• Noted Elevated Storage Tank appropriation vetoed

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved a $93,948 engineering services task order for the Floramar Terrace Streetscape Enhancements Project and authorized the Executive Director to execute a Commercial Real Estate Redevelopment Grant Agreement with Nouveau Construction LLC for two coastal cottage homes in Edgewater Gardens. Both items passed unanimously 4-0. The board also approved the consent agenda item for CK Eatery DBA ELA! with a waiver of the 120-day condition.

• Approved June 16, 2026 CRA meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved CK Eatery DBA ELA! Commercial Interior Build-Out Grant Agreement with 120-day condition waiver (4-0)
• Approved $93,948 engineering services task order with Madrid CPWG for Floramar Terrace Streetscape Enhancements (4-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute Commercial Real Estate Redevelopment Grant Agreement with Nouveau Construction LLC for two coastal cottages (4-0)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review the proposed FY 2026/2027-FY 2030/2031 Capital Improvement Program. City Manager Manns and Public Works Director Eichenmuller presented projects across multiple funding sources, including pool resurfacing, flood control, park improvements, and water/sewer upgrades. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

• Reviewed proposed Capital Improvement Program for FY 2026/2027-FY 2030/2031 (no vote)
• Discussed General Fund projects including pool resurfacing of dive and slide pools
• Discussed Stormwater Utility Fund projects including Carlton Rd./Dartmouth Rd/Berkley Ave. resiliency
• Discussed Capital Improvement Fund projects including James E. Grey Preserve Phase I and Peace Hall Renovations
• Discussed Water & Sewer Construction Fund projects including Smart Meter Change Out Program
• Discussed Redevelopment Fund projects including Railroad Square Improvements Phase II and Cotee River Project
• Discussed Street Improvement Fund projects including LED Crosswalk signage and lighting

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review proposed FY2026-27 budgets for several departments, including City Council, City Manager, Administrative Services, City Clerk, Library, Economic Development, and Finance. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational only. The meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Reviewed proposed FY2026-27 budgets for City Council, City Manager, Administrative Services, City Clerk, Library, Economic Development, and Finance (no vote)
• Noted $125k appropriation for new Special Events division (proposed)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review proposed FY2026-27 budgets for Human Resources, Technology Solutions, Parks & Recreation, and Police. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational only. Budget changes were presented by department directors, including increases in professional services and capital expenditures.

• Reviewed proposed HR budget with increases in labor attorney and professional services
• Reviewed proposed Technology Solutions budget with increases in professional/contractual services and computer supplies
• Reviewed proposed Parks & Recreation budget with increases in recreation and aquatics, plus capital items
• Reviewed proposed Police budget with increases in printing/binding, software licenses, and Axon 10-year plan

City Council

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in downtown districts, with a motion to remove the trash service provision. They also approved first readings for a lease with the West Pasco Free Senior Health Clinic and the sale of three surplus properties, and finalized amendments to the utility ordinance and fee schedule. All votes were 4-0 with Councilman Matt Murphy absent.

• Approved first reading of ADU ordinance with trash service provision removed (4-0)
• Approved first reading of lease with West Pasco Free Senior Health Clinic (4-0)
• Approved first reading of surplus property sale to Nouveau Construction LLC (4-0)
• Approved second reading of utility ordinance amendments (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-07 amending utility fee schedule (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2026 meetings (4-0)
• Accepted consent agenda (4-0)

City Council

City Council

The City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2026-2347 renewing the Duke Energy franchise agreement, and awarded two construction bids: $1,508,755.22 to EZ Contracting LLC for water system improvements and $331,450.00 to 1st Class Roofing, Inc. for the Recreation and Aquatic Center roof replacement. All votes were unanimous 5-0. The council also approved the consent agenda, board appointment, and a project close-out change order.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-2347 Duke Energy franchise renewal (5-0)
• Approved $1,508,755.22 water system improvements bid to EZ Contracting LLC (5-0)
• Approved $331,450.00 Recreation and Aquatic Center roof replacement bid to 1st Class Roofing, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $47,195.63 final pay request and $2,104.37 deductive change order for WWTP roof repairs (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Mike Peters to Land Development Review Board regular member (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including purchases and board minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 16, 2026 regular meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review the remaining strategies of the City's Strategic Plan, covering topics such as environmental stewardship, human resources, downtown development, emerging technologies, customer experience, emergency preparedness, and resiliency. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. The meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m.

• Reviewed strategic plan strategies for environmental stewardship, human resources, downtown, technology, customer experience, emergency preparedness, and resiliency (no vote)

City Council

The City Council approved first readings of ordinances renewing the Duke Energy franchise agreement and amending the utility ordinance, and gave final approval to restrictions on transportation devices in Railroad Square and city parks. Council also approved an infrastructure agreement for the Villa del Sol project, rejected a pool resurfacing bid, and approved a fire station project close-out.

• Approved first reading of Duke Energy franchise renewal ordinance (5-0)
• Approved first reading of utility ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved second reading of transportation device restrictions (3-2)
• Approved $10,285.76 in-kind support for Cotee River Bikefest (5-0)
• Authorized city manager to install reclaimed water line for Villa del Sol (5-0)
• Rejected $192,383 pool resurfacing bid, authorized re-bid (5-0)
• Approved $706,017.08 change order and $203,880.96 final pay for Fire Station No. 2 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the second and final reading of an ordinance permanently closing Nebraska Avenue between Adams Street and Grand Boulevard and establishing rules for Railroad Square. The council also approved several board appointments, an alcohol permit for a city event, and authorized an RFP for the Main & Bank building. Two items were deferred: a fee waiver request for the Cotee River Bikefest and an infrastructure agreement for the Villa del Sol project.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-2363 permanently closing Nebraska Avenue and setting Railroad Square rules (5-0)
• Approved Raquel Thiebes as second alternate to Cultural Affairs Committee (5-0)
• Approved Kathleen Bauer and Michelle Moore to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (5-0)
• Re-appointed Ronald Becker and Joan Nelson Hook to Library Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved alcohol permit for Red, White, and Blue Hometown Extravaganza at Sims Park (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for Main & Bank building user/developer (4-1, Altman opposed)
• Deferred fee waiver request for 2025 Cotee River Bikefest
• Deferred infrastructure agreement with NPR Grand 1, LLC for Villa del Sol project

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review updates to the City's Strategic Plan. City Manager Debbie Manns presented an overview, including mission, vision, values, goals, and strategies, and discussed associated action items. Due to time limits, the remaining strategies and action items were deferred to a future work session. No formal decisions were made.

• Reviewed Strategic Plan update (no vote)
• Deferred remaining strategies and action items to future work session

City Council

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2026-2364, which restricts transportation and micromobility devices in Railroad Square and city parks, with a 3-2 vote. The council also approved the second reading of an ordinance increasing allowable alcohol permits for non-profits from three to twelve per year, and approved first readings for the permanent closure of Nebraska Avenue and rules for Railroad Square. Several contracts and expenditures were approved, including a $577,182 exterior upgrade project for City Hall and Library, and a $110,000 police equipment purchase.

• Approved first reading of micromobility device restrictions in Railroad Square and parks (3-2)
• Approved second reading of alcohol ordinance increasing non-profit permits to 12 per year (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for permanent closure of Nebraska Avenue and Railroad Square rules (5-0)
• Approved $577,182 bid for City Hall and Library exterior upgrades (4-1)
• Approved $110,000 police equipment purchase including utility vehicle and rifles (5-0)
• Approved $108,750 engineering task order for Peace Hall renovations (5-0)
• Approved $394,620 engineering task order for wastewater treatment facility modifications (5-0)
• Appointed Councilman Peter Altman to negotiate Interlocal Service Boundary Agreement with Pasco County (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a series of ordinances to vacate portions of High Street, Grand Boulevard, and Water Street rights-of-way, along with a deed for surplus city property, to facilitate the $150M Villa del Sol development. The council also approved a first reading of an ordinance to increase the number of alcohol permits for non-profits from three to twelve per year. Several other items were approved, including a revised drainage easement for Villa del Sol, a contract renewal for utility analytics software, and a drone task force agreement with Pasco County.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-2356 vacating High Street right-of-way (4-1, Butler opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-2357 vacating Grand Boulevard right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-2358 vacating Water Street right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-2359 deed of surplus city property (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2355 increasing non-profit alcohol permits to 12 (5-0)
• Approved revised perpetual drainage easement for Villa del Sol (4-1, Butler opposed)
• Approved $67,452.56 BayCare Behavioral Health social worker services agreement (5-0)
• Approved Pasco County Unmanned Systems Task Force Agreement (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved Police General Order 239 on Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology, granting the police chief authority to amend the policy as needed. The council also approved first reading of a Clearwater Gas franchise renewal, second readings for an e-bike sales conditional use and a certified recovery residences ordinance, and awarded two wastewater treatment refurbishment contracts. All other items, including appointments to intergovernmental committees and the consent agenda, were approved unanimously.

• Approved ALPR policy with chief amendment authority (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Clearwater Gas franchise renewal (5-0)
• Approved second reading of e-bike sales conditional use at 5707 Main St (5-0)
• Approved second reading of certified recovery residences ordinance (5-0)
• Approved appointments to intergovernmental committees (5-0)
• Approved $155,088.90 clarifier refurbishment bid to Premier Coating Solutions (4-0)
• Approved $100,031.84 sludge thickener refurbishment bid to Premier Coating Solutions (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda and minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting and approved first readings of four ordinances related to the Villa del Sol development, a 24-acre project with homes and apartments on the former HCA hospital site off Grand Blvd. The ordinances vacate portions of High Street, Grand Boulevard, and Water Street rights-of-way, and convey surplus city property adjacent to Grand Blvd and High Street. All four motions passed unanimously 4-0, with Councilman Bertell Butler IV absent. Second readings are scheduled for the following day.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2356 vacating High Street right-of-way (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2357 vacating Grand Boulevard right-of-way (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2358 vacating Water Street right-of-way (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2359 conveying surplus city property adjacent to Grand Blvd and High Street (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency approved a Commercial Real Estate Redevelopment Grant Agreement with NPR Grand 1, LLC for the Villa del Sol project, a mixed-use development with 270 apartments and 120 townhomes at 5637 Marine Parkway. The total incentive package is estimated at $22,648,951, with a maximum of $22,711,097 in program funds, all reimbursed after the developer incurs costs. The board also approved $98,500 in funding for an 8-inch reclaimed water line to the project site, and approved the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Commercial Real Estate Redevelopment Grant Agreement with NPR Grand 1, LLC for Villa del Sol (4-1)
• Approved $98,500 funding for reclaimed water line infrastructure for Villa del Sol (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Sea Tow facade grant and purchases/payments (5-0)
• Approved May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The CRA Board approved two related items: RFP26-024 to authorize staff to seek and retain a real estate brokerage team to market approximately 5.73 acres of CRA-owned and optioned property in the Rivergate Palm District, and RFP27-001 for a real estate developer for the same properties. The motion passed 4-1, with Director Altman voting no. A prior motion to include the boat ramp property and ensure it remains a community amenity failed 1-4, and a motion to pause selling parcels to hire an outside consultant died for lack of a second.

• Approved RFP26-024 real estate listing agreement for Rivergate Palm District properties (4-1)
• Approved RFP27-001 real estate developer for Rivergate Palm District properties (4-1)
• Denied motion to include boat ramp property as community amenity (1-4)
• Motion to pause sales and hire consultant died for lack of second
• Approved May 5, 2026 CRA meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted consent agenda (5-0)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The CRA Board approved a new Home Beautification Grant Program to assist owners of single-family, detached homes in reducing costs for visual improvements, targeting neighborhoods recommended by Code Enforcement to reduce slum and blight. The board also approved the consent agenda, including grants for Vino and Vibes and Parcel and Plate, and approved the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; discussions included updates on ADUs and planning sessions.

• Approved Home Beautification Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved April 7, 2026 CRA meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Vino and Vibes and Parcel and Plate grants (4-0, Murphy abstained)

City Council

The City Council approved first readings of two ordinances to vacate public right-of-way and deed city-owned land for the Villa Del Sol residential project. It also endorsed an interactive geology exhibit at Cotee River Park, approved a $44,796.64 purchase of outdoor musical instruments, and tabled the city manager's wage increase request until September. All votes were 5-0 except the wage item, which passed 4-1.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2344 to vacate right-of-way on Grand Boulevard and High Street (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2354 to deed city property adjacent to Grand Boulevard and High Street to Villa Del Sol developer (5-0)
• Endorsed concept of Investigation Station interactive geology exhibit at Cotee River Park and directed staff to work out details (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Paula Athans to Cultural Affairs Committee (5-0)
• Authorized FY25 audit engagement letters with Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-12 re-establishing weekend rules for Railroad Square, restricting vehicles and allowing alcohol in plastic cups (5-0)
• Approved $44,796.64 from Public Art Fund for outdoor musical instruments at Grand Boulevard Park (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-11 transferring K-9 Havoc to handler Brian Finch (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to amend the conditional use for eCarve LLC at 5707 Main St., allowing retail sales of electric bicycles and dirt bikes, but excluding repair services. The council also approved first reading of a recovery residence ordinance and final reading of a one-way/no-parking ordinance on Nebraska Avenue. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2349 to allow e-bike/e-dirt bike retail sales at 5707 Main St., excluding repair services (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-2352 for certified recovery residences (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2026-2351 making Nebraska Ave. one-way westbound with no parking between Adams St. and Grand Blvd. (5-0)
• Re-appointed Dr. Donald Cadle Jr. to Land Development Review Board (5-0)
• Re-appointed Renee Tyner to Library Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved $174,159.57 sewer rehabilitation contract with Inliner Solutions, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-10 inviting Pasco County to negotiate interlocal service boundary agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including FY26 budget amendment (5-0)

City Council

The City Council met in special session and immediately recessed into a closed session for security awareness training, citing Florida Statutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting reconvened and adjourned without further business.

• Held closed session on security awareness training (unanimous)
• Adjourned without further action