Surfside public meetings in 2022
12 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the 96th Street Park and the afterschool program, as well as seasonal pool hours and a proposal to increase safety and security. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its August 22, 2022 meeting. The meeting is open to the public.
- 96th Street Park update
- Continued afterschool program update
- Seasonal pool hours update for newly appointed members
- Increase safety and security discussion
- Approval of August 22, 2022 meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the August 22, 2022 meeting and voted to combine the November and December meetings into one session on December 19, 2022. Members received updates on the 96th Street Park project, afterschool programming, and the installation of security cameras in public parks.
- Approved August 22, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved combining November 21 and December 19 meetings into one meeting on December 19, 2022 (4-0)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board will consider an ordinance changing board membership qualifications, review eight residential applications (additions, garage conversions, and wall signs), and discuss various zoning code matters. The board will also vote on combining November and December meetings into one on December 15, 2022.
- Ordinance amending Section 90-15 to modify Planning and Zoning Board membership qualifications
- 9017 Garland Avenue: single-family home addition, new 2nd floor, and comprehensive renovations
- 8818 Carlyle Avenue: garage conversion
- 8818 Hawthorne Avenue: addition/renovation
- 9032 Garland Avenue: addition
The Planning and Zoning Board recommended increasing the single-family curb cut from 18 feet to 25 feet to the Town Commission. The Board also recommended an ordinance to modify membership qualification requirements and approved several residential renovations and commercial wall signs.
- Recommended increasing single-family curb cuts from 18 to 25 feet (5-0)
- Recommended ordinance to modify Board membership qualifications with amendments (4-1)
- Approved 9017 Garland Avenue home addition and renovations (5-0)
- Approved 8818 Carlyle Avenue garage conversion (4-1)
- Approved 8818 Hawthorne Avenue addition and renovation (5-0)
- Approved 9032 Garland Avenue addition (5-0)
- Approved 9480 Harding Avenue wall sign (4-1)
- Approved 9501 Harding Avenue wall sign (4-1)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board is meeting to review three proposed ordinance amendments and six development applications. The board will discuss increasing lot coverage for single-story homes, requiring more Florida-friendly landscaping, and regulating mechanical equipment placement, along with individual site plans for new homes and renovations.
- Ordinance to increase maximum lot coverage for single-story homes under 22 feet to 50%
- Ordinance to increase Florida-friendly landscaping requirement to 40% in pervious areas of single-family and duplex dwellings
- Ordinance to amend rules for ground-level and rooftop mechanical equipment in H30A and H30B zoning districts
- Site plan approval for 9309-9317 Collins Avenue (93 Ocean)
- New two-story single-family residence at 9017 Garland Avenue and 9250 Bay Drive
The Board recommended three ordinances to the Town Commission regarding lot coverage for 1-story homes, Florida-friendly landscaping, and mechanical equipment screening. Several residential site plans were approved with staff recommendations, while two applications were deferred due to notice requirements.
- Recommended approval of ordinance for 50% lot coverage for 1-story homes (5-0)
- Recommended approval of ordinance increasing Florida Friendly Landscaping to 40% (4-1)
- Recommended approval of ordinance for ground and rooftop mechanical equipment screening (5-0)
- Approved site plan for 9309-9317 Collins Avenue with staff recommendations (5-0)
- Approved site plan for 9250 Bay Drive with staff recommendations and beach walk path easement (5-0)
- Approved site plan for 9440 Byron Avenue with staff recommendations (5-0)
- Approved sign and façade application for 9530 Harding Avenue (5-0)
- Deferred applications for 9017 Garland Avenue and 9232 Byron Avenue to October 27, 2022 (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board will review six development applications, including a redevelopment at 8809 Harding Avenue with 8 residential units, a new single-family residence at 8926 Irving Avenue, demolition and new construction at 8835 Froude Avenue, a new two-story home at 8851 Hawthorne Avenue, a fence at 9364 Bay Drive, and an awning at 9501 Harding Avenue. The board will also discuss an ordinance amending Town Code Section 90-67 to permit rooftop emergency power generators in the H30A and H30B zoning districts. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes and appointment of a vice chair.
- 8809 Harding Avenue: redevelopment with 8 residential units
- 8926 Irving Avenue: new single-family residence
- 8835 Froude Avenue: demolition and construction of new two-story single-family home
- Ordinance amending Section 90-67 to allow rooftop emergency power generators in H30A and H30B districts
- 9364 Bay Drive: fence application
The Board approved several residential redevelopment and construction applications, including a multi-unit project on Harding Avenue. It also recommended a code amendment to allow rooftop emergency power generators in specific zoning districts.
- Appointed Board Member Forbes as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved August 25, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Recommended approval for 8-unit redevelopment at 8809 Harding Avenue with staff and design recommendations (4-1)
- Approved single family residence at 8926 Irving Avenue with staff recommendations (4-1)
- Approved demolition and new two-story home at 8835 Froude Avenue with staff recommendations (4-1)
- Approved new two-story residence at 8851 Hawthorne Avenue with staff and landscaping recommendations (5-0)
- Approved fence application at 9364 Bay Drive with staff recommendations (5-0)
- Approved awning application at 9501 Harding Avenue with staff recommendations (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider two ordinance amendments: one revising dock, pier, and mooring construction rules on waterfront lots, and another clarifying 24-inch setback encroachment allowances. The board will also review eight property applications and discuss solar panel benefits.
- Ordinance amending Section 90-57 to modify allowable dock projections into waterways
- Ordinance amending Section 90-47 to clarify 24-inch setback encroachment allowances
- Applications for 1000-1020 88th Street, 8705 Carlyle Avenue, 9272 Bay Drive, 9356 Byron Avenue, 9364 Harding Avenue, 9248 Carlyle Avenue, 8959 Abbott Avenue, 9157 Emerson Avenue
- Discussion item on solar panels and their benefits
- Approval of May 26, 2022 meeting minutes
The Board recommended that the Town Commission approve an ordinance amending regulations for docks, piers, and moorings. Several residential site plan applications and variances were also recommended for approval, while one cabana design was rejected.
- Recommended approval of Marine Structures ordinance as written (3-2)
- Recommended approval of 24 Inch Setback Encroachment ordinance (5-0)
- Recommended approval of paddleboard court at 8705 Carlyle Avenue; denied cabana and pergola (5-0)
- Recommended approval of site plan and variances for 9272 Bay Drive (5-0)
- Recommended approval of site plan for 8705 Carlyle Avenue (5-0)
- Recommended approval of site plan for 9356 Byron Avenue (5-0)
- Recommended approval of site plan for 9364 Harding Avenue (5-0)
- Recommended approval of site plans for 8959 Abbott Avenue and 9157 Emerson Avenue (5-0)
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Tourist Board
The Surfside Tourist Board is meeting to approve minutes, review resort tax collection and vacancies, and make vendor selections for the Third Thursdays series and new events. The board will also discuss holiday banner designs for the 2022 season. Public comments will be heard.
- Vendor selection for Third Thursdays and new events
- Resort tax collection and vacancies report
- 2021 holiday banner designs review for 2022 season
- Approval of September 12, 2022 meeting minutes
The Tourist Board approved contracting Alan Andai for Thursday events and Sara Liss for Saturday events. The Board also approved a specific design for the 2022 holiday banners and directed staff to further explore a pop-up shop concept.
- Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Directed staff to negotiate contract with Alan Andai for Thursday events (5-0)
- Directed staff to negotiate contract with Sara Liss for Saturday events (5-0)
- Directed staff to further develop pop-up shop event idea with Sara Liss (4-1)
- Approved design V6 for 2022 holiday banners (5-0)
- Decided not to move forward with ACT Productions or Event Rhythm
Tourist Board
The Surfside Tourist Board is meeting to discuss tourism-related items, including a resort tax collection and vacancies report, a proposal for a new Visit Surfside website, and recaps and plans for various events. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its August 1, 2022 meeting.
- Resort Tax Collection and Vacancies Report
- New Visit Surfside Website proposal
- Summer Fridays recap
- Fall Paddeltopia to avoid park construction
- FY 2022-23 On The Beach Music Series and Classic Car Show
The Board authorized a proposal for an additional event on October 23, 2022, and approved moving the Paddeltopia event to early November. Members also reviewed a $59,000 proposal for a new visitor website and reached consensus on a music series and a February car show.
- Approved August 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Authorized proposal for additional event on October 23, 2022, contingent on Town Commission budget approval (5-0)
- Approved moving Paddeltopia event to early November (5-0)
- Reached consensus to host Classic Car Show in February
- Reached consensus on music series featuring Karaoke, Jazz, Latin Salsa Mambo, Classic Rock, Reggae, and Beach bands
Tourist Board
The Surfside Tourist Board is meeting to discuss tourism-related items, including a resort tax collection report, event recaps, and the FY 2022-2023 tourism budget. The board will also consider suggestions for future events and project-based PR support. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of FY 2022-2023 Tourism Budget
- Resort Tax Collection and Vacancies Report
- Event recaps: On The Beach Series and Classic Car Show
- Discussion of project-based PR support
- Approval of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes
The Tourist Board approved a budget plan and recommended several funding increases to the Town Commission for events, social media, and branding. The board also approved the minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting and recognized Public Works staff for their work on a turtle sculpture.
- Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)
- Recommended increasing branded gifts budget from $20,000 to $100,000 (4-0)
- Recommended increasing On The Beach music series from $50,000 to $100,000 (4-0)
- Recommended increasing additional events budget from $250,000 to $500,000 (4-0)
- Recommended adding $100,000 line item for July 4th show enhancements (4-0)
- Recommended increasing social media budget to $70,000 (4-0)
- Recommended increasing trade show budget to $35,000 (4-0)
- Recommended increasing public relations budget from $20,000 to $40,000 (4-0)
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Surfside Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss several park and recreation items, including an update on 96th Street Park and fall programming, the after-school program, a July 4th eco-friendly laser/drone light show, creating social media for the department, and installing dog poop bins at street ends. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 18, 2022 meeting. This is a discussion-focused meeting with no votes on ordinances or contracts.
- 96th Street Park update and fall programming
- After School Program update
- July 4th Eco-Friendly Laser/Drone Patriotic Light Show
- Creating and maintaining social media for Parks and Recreation Department
- Dog poop bins at street ends and other spots in town
The Committee approved the minutes from the July 18, 2022 meeting. Other items, including a drone light show for July 4th and social media updates, were discussed without formal action.
- Approved July 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board will consider an ordinance to regulate nonhabitable understories in low-rise residential districts, along with 10 site plan and residence applications. The board will also discuss combining July and August meetings and hold discussions on walkability, zoning, landscaping, air conditioners, and solar panels.
- Ordinance to define and regulate nonhabitable understories in low-rise residential districts
- Site plan amendment for 8995 Collins Avenue (12-story multifamily)
- New two-story single-family residences at 8826 Froude Avenue, 9348 Byron Avenue, and other addresses
- Proposal to combine July and August 2022 meetings into one on August 25, 2022
- Discussion items on walkability, zoning in progress, Florida Friendly Landscaping, air conditioners, and solar panels
The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of an ordinance to allow nonhabitable understories in low-rise residential areas, with amendments reducing the allowed floor area in H30A, H30B, and H30C districts. The board also approved several site plans and variances for residential projects, deferred two applications, and combined its July and August meetings into one session on August 25, 2022.
- Recommended approval of nonhabitable understory ordinance with floor area limits of 8% (H30A), 10% (H30B), and 50% (H30C) (4-1)
- Approved site plan amendment for 8995 Collins Avenue multifamily project (5-0)
- Approved new two-story residence at 8826 Froude Avenue with staff recommendations (5-0)
- Approved landscape proposal for 8826 Froude Avenue (3-2)
- Recommended Florida Green or LEED Silver certification for 8826 Froude Avenue (4-1)
- Approved new two-story residence at 9348 Byron Avenue (5-0)
- Deferred application for 9425 Carlyle Avenue to June 30, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved variance and residence at 1385 Biscaya Drive (variance 4-1, residence 5-0)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting with several applications for new two-story single-family residences on Froude, Dickens, Byron, and Carlyle Avenues, along with discussion items on zoning code amendments. The board will also appoint a chair and vice chair, and receive an orientation from the Town Attorney. The agenda includes discussion on possible changes to setback, encroachment, lot coverage, and walkability rules.
- New two-story single-family residence at 8826 Froude Avenue
- New two-story single-family residence at 9264 Dickens Avenue
- New two-story single-family residence at 9348 Byron Avenue
- Two-story additions and renovations at 9525 Carlyle Avenue
- Discussion on amending 24-inch setback ordinance and lot coverage for single-story homes
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board appointed Judith Frankel as Chair and Carolyn Baumel as Vice Chair, then approved a new two-story home at 9264 Dickens Avenue with conditions. Three other applications (8826 Froude Avenue, 9348 Byron Avenue, and 9525 Carlyle Avenue) were deferred to future meetings due to notice deficiencies or incomplete plans. The board also discussed ordinance changes on setback encroachments, understories, lot coverage, and walkability, but took no final action on those items.
- Appointed Judith Frankel as Chair (5-0)
- Appointed Carolyn Baumel as Vice Chair (5-0)
- Approved March 31, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved new two-story residence at 9264 Dickens Avenue with staff conditions (5-0)
- Deferred 8826 Froude Avenue application to May 26, 2022 due to notice deficiency (5-0)
- Deferred 9348 Byron Avenue application to May 26, 2022 due to notice deficiency (5-0)
- Deferred 9525 Carlyle Avenue application to June 30, 2022 for plan revisions (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:09 p.m. (5-0)
Planning and Zoning Board
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board is meeting to consider six property applications, including additions, a new residence, a pool, a deck, and two wall signs. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear a liaison report. No ordinances or discussion items are listed.
- 9281 Byron Avenue: additions, renovations, and pool
- 524 89th Street: new two-story single-family residence
- 800 92nd Street: front yard pool
- 9472 Byron Avenue: new raised rear wood deck with railings
- 9452 Harding Avenue: permanent wall sign for barber shop; 9564 Harding Avenue: permanent wall sign for The Agency
The Surfside Planning and Zoning Board approved all six applications on the agenda, covering residential additions, a new home, a pool, a deck, and two wall signs. The minutes record no discussion or vote tallies, only the approvals.
- Approved additions, renovations and pool at 9281 Byron Avenue
- Approved new two-story single-family residence at 524 89th Street
- Approved front yard pool at 800 92nd Street
- Approved raised rear wood deck with railings at 9472 Byron Avenue
- Approved permanent wall sign for barber shop at 9452 Harding Avenue
- Approved permanent wall sign for The Agency at 9564 Harding Avenue