Islamorada, Village of Islands public meetings in 2024
68 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Code Compliance Hearing
The Village of Islands is holding a Code Compliance Hearing to address violations. The agenda includes one new hearing regarding a case against Island Villa Holdings LLC.
- Case Number CEBDGC20240000337: Islamorada Village of Islands vs. Island Villa Holdings LLC
The hearing officer ordered Michael and Becky Hurley to correct unpermitted fence violations at 168 Indian Mound Trail within 60 days, with a $125/day fine if not complied, plus $125 in prosecution costs. The officer also found the Gircey property in compliance with the prior order and deemed the extension request moot. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Ordered Hurleys to obtain permits and pass inspections for pool and louvered fences within 60 days, or face $125/day fine (CEBDGC20230000250)
- Ordered Hurleys to pay $125 in prosecution costs within 60 days
- Found Gircey property in compliance with Section 30-927 and directed staff to issue Affidavit of Compliance (CEBDGC20220000250)
- Denied extension request as moot for Gircey case
Village Council
The Village Council will consider extending a moratorium on residential building permit allocations. The agenda also includes multiple requests for rezoning, future land use amendments, and a hotel expansion proposal.
- Extension of the temporary moratorium on Building Permit Allocation System (BPAS) applications
- Administrative relief request for 33 Flamingo Hammock Rd
- Land use and zoning amendments for properties on Plantation Key and Windley Key
- Expansion of Islander Resort at 82100 and 81998 Overseas Highway
- Transfer of development rights from Tavernier to Upper Matecumbe Key
The Village Council approved a 3-2 vote to rezone three Plantation Key parcels from Village Center to Neighborhood Commercial, amend the Islander Resort's Major Conditional Use for expansion, and transfer development rights from Creekside Inn to the Islander. The plan includes building 15 affordable employee housing units at Creekside and transferring 50 hotel units to the Islander. The Council also extended the moratorium on new market-rate building permit applications and approved the 2025 meeting calendar.
- Approved 2025 Council meeting calendar with date changes (5-0)
- Extended moratorium on new market-rate BPAS applications (5-0)
- Granted administrative relief allocation for 33 Flamingo Hammock Rd (4-0)
- Approved FLUM change for HVS82 Investments parcel on Plantation Key (4-0)
- Approved zoning change for HVS82 Investments parcel to Highway Commercial (4-0)
- Approved FLUM and zoning changes for Windley Cove and Windley Isles parcels (4-0 each)
- Approved zoning change for LAH Creekside LLC parcels from Village Center to Neighborhood Commercial (3-2)
- Approved Islander Resort expansion and TDR transfer from Creekside (3-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will review meeting minutes from October 16, 2024. The agenda includes updates regarding the Matecumbe Historical Trust and a lobster trap frame plaque.
- Review of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Matecumbe Historical Trust update on Historic Places spreadsheet
- Lobster Trap Frame Plaque update
The Historic Preservation Commission tabled the calendar project until 2025 to allow year-round work and distribution in late 2025. They also agreed to replace portholes with locally made lobster trap art frames for historic markers, citing durability and engraving needs. No formal votes were taken on the porthole change, only consensus.
- Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled calendar project until 2025 (unanimous)
- Agreed to use lobster trap art frames instead of portholes (consensus, no formal vote)
Village Council
The Village Council will consider adopting a Land Acquisition Action Plan and provide a recommendation to Monroe County on the number of additional residential building permit allocations (BPAS) the village wants for future allocations. Other items include renewing canal water quality monitoring with RES Florida Consulting, approving a contractor for pickleball and basketball court resurfacing, purchasing six Motorola radios for fire rescue, and approving a Lifescan annual physicals expenditure over $25,000. The council also receives an update on Freebee transit and discusses mediation participants for ongoing cases.
- Resolution recommending future BPAS (building permit allocations) to Monroe County
- Adoption of the Village's Land Acquisition Action Plan
- Renewal of water quality and benthic vegetation monitoring agreement with RES Florida Consulting in village canals
- Approval of final rankings for RFP 24-17 contractor for pickleball/basketball court resurfacing at Founders Park
- Approval of Lifescan, Inc. expenditure over $25,000 for fire rescue annual physicals and purchase of six Motorola APX radios
The Village Council voted 3-2 to request 199.25 additional residential building permit allocations (BPAS) from Monroe County, reversing the previous council's recommendation of 104.75. The council also approved the Land Acquisition Action Plan, named the Glynn property 'Glynn Family Preserve,' and made several committee appointments. The 2025 meeting calendar was tabled for further discussion.
- Approved request for 199.25 additional BPAS permits (3-2)
- Approved Land Acquisition Action Plan with added stakeholder language (5-0)
- Named Glynn property 'Glynn Family Preserve' (5-0)
- Approved Council Liaison appointments (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including RES Florida monitoring renewal, pickleball/basketball resurfacing contractor selection, Lifescan physicals purchase, and six Motorola APX radios (5-0)
- Tabled 2025 Council Meeting Calendar for December 12 meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Village Council
The Islamorada Village Council will elect a mayor and vice mayor, receive an update on the Founders Park crosswalk study, and consider a series of resolutions. Key decisions include approving a maintenance memorandum with the Florida Department of Transportation for Canal #147 restoration, authorizing work contracts with WSP USA for Canal #132 inspections, Canal #145 backfilling, and water‑quality monitoring, and adopting an amendment to the FDOT grant for the Freebee public‑transport program.
- Resolution approving a Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement with FDOT for Canal #147 restoration
- Resolution approving Work Authorization No. 20 with WSP USA for Canal #145 Lower Matecumbe Key backfilling restoration
- Resolution approving Work Authorization No. 19 with WSP USA for water‑quality monitoring and canal‑management database updates
- Resolution appointing Charles M. Kramer as Hearing Officer under Village Code §6‑35
- Resolution approving amendment to FDOT Grant Agreement G2M67 to fund the Freebee public‑transport expansion
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Land Acquisition Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, review and discuss the action plan, and consider recommendations to present to the Village Council. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 2023 and setting the next meeting date.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 26, 2023
- Action Plan Review and Discussion
- Report to Village Council Recommendations
Code Compliance Hearing
The Village of Islamorada is conducting code compliance hearings. The body will hear a new case and a motion to extend a compliance deadline.
- New hearing: Case CEBDGC20230000250 (Village vs. Michael W Hurley and Becky M Hurley)
- Motion to extend compliance deadline: Case CEBDGC20220000250 (Village v. Victor Gircy's)
General
The Near Shore Water Regulation Citizens' Advisory Committee will discuss several waterway management items, including an extension of the Tavernier Creek slow speed/minimum wake zone, derelict vessels and anchorage around Little Basin/Big Basin, and new requests for signage and speed zones. They will also hear updates from the Sheriff's Department and on National Marine Sanctuary Regulations. No decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items.
- Extension of Tavernier Creek Slow Speed/Minimum Wake Zone
- Derelict vessels and anchorage around Little Basin/Big Basin
- Papa Joe’s Access discussion
- Request for updated signage in pass adjacent to Toilet Seat Cut
- Request for Slow Speed/Minimum Wake Zone in Sarks Wheel Ditch
Village Council
This is a procedural orientation session for the Village Council, not a decision-making meeting. Department heads, the Village Attorney, and administrative staff will present on core duties, legal responsibilities, and support services. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.
- Department heads introduce themselves and core duties
- Village Attorney summarizes legal responsibilities for council members
- Village Manager and Village Clerk discuss administrative support efficiencies
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The Workforce Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Council is meeting to discuss the status of compliance monitoring and the process for accessing affordable housing funds. The committee will also review the use of vacation rental fees and code enforcement fines for trust funds.
- Process for accessing affordable housing funds
- Use of code enforcement fines and vacation rental license fees for affordable housing trust funds
- Status of compliance monitoring initiatives
- Don Horton's 300 Affordable Plan
General
The Islamorada Historic Preservation Commission will consider routine agenda items, including approval of the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes. Commissioners will receive reports on calendar pricing and photo selection, an update on the Porthole project, and a discussion of historic places within the village. No other decisions are listed beyond the consent agenda.
- Approve meeting minutes from August 14, 2024
- Calendars – pricing, photo selection, and request for village approval
- Porthole project update
- Discussion of historic places in the Village
Village Council
The Village Council will consider an agreement for a Comprehensive Plan Update and provide guidance to the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners on BPAS allocations. The body will also review second readings for land use and zoning map amendments for a property on Lower Matecumbe Key.
- Agreement for RFP 24-10 Comprehensive Plan Update
- Guidance to Monroe County Board of County Commissioners regarding future BPAS allocations
- Request by Sojourn South LLC to change Future Land Use Map from Conservation (C) to Mixed Use (MU) for Parcel 00394480-000108
- Request by Sojourn South LLC to change Zoning Map from Conservation (C) to Commercial Fishing (CF) for Parcel 00394480-000108
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Village Council
The Village Council will consider a second budget amendment for FY23-24 and approve agreements for wastewater, building, and auditing services. The body also plans to authorize a rate increase for solid waste collection.
- Second budget amendment for FY23-24
- Solid waste rate increase for FY2024-2025
- Canal 132 gravity infiltration well installation
- Generator storage buildings construction project
- Amendment to Village Personnel Policy Manual
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The Parks and Recreation Citizens’ Advisory Committee will hold a workshop to discuss the Founders Park Community Center master plan with Miller Legg & Associates. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 5:00pm at the Founders Park Community Center.
- Workshop: Founders Park Master Plan Focus Group Discussion
- Host: Miller Legg & Associates
- Facilitator: Liudmila “Lumy” Fuentes
- Location: Founders Park Community Center, 87000 Overseas Highway
Village Council
The council will discuss and decide on the vendor selection for the Comprehensive Plan Update under RFP 24-10. Proposals are available via a cloud storage link. Public comment is accepted beforehand by email, but comments will not be read during the meeting.
- Vendor selection for Comprehensive Plan Update (RFP 24-10) – proposals provided in cloud storage link
General
The Islamorada Village Council will vote on a resolution to adopt the final millage rate for fiscal year 2024‑2025. It will also adopt the final budget for the same fiscal year, authorizing expenditures, personnel, and other budgetary items. A separate resolution will approve the renewal of the village's property, casualty, workers’ compensation and pollution liability insurance policies. The meeting includes a public comment period and standard communications.
- Resolution adopting a final millage rate for FY 2024‑2025 (Tab 1)
- Resolution adopting the final budget for FY 2024‑2025 (Tabs 2‑4)
- Resolution approving renewal of property, casualty, workers’ compensation and pollution liability policies
- Public comment period for unscheduled community concerns
- Mayor and council communications and attorney/manager updates
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The Workforce Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Council will review a 300 Affordable Plan and a mitigation fees form. The committee will also discuss the process for accessing housing funds and the use of code enforcement fines.
- Review of Don Horton's 300 Affordable Plan
- Affordable Housing Mitigation Fees Form
- Process for accessing affordable housing funds
- Use of code enforcement fines and vacation rental license fees for affordable housing trust funds
- Status of Compliance Monitoring Initiatives
Village Council
The Village Council will receive presentations from four firms responding to RFP 24-10 for the Comprehensive Plan Update. The Village Manager will provide background information regarding these proposals.
- Presentation by Able City East, LLC regarding RFP 24-10
- Presentation by Calvin, Giordano & Associates, Inc. regarding RFP 24-10
- Presentation by Chen Moore Associates regarding RFP 24-10
- Presentation by Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. regarding RFP 24-10
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Code Compliance Hearing
The Village of Islamorada will hold a Code Compliance Hearing to address two new cases involving Victor Gircy and VILLA O LLC at the Village Administrative Center.
- Case CEBDGC20220000250: Islamorada Village of Islands v. Victor Gircy
- Case CEPM20240000027: Islamorada Village of Islands v. VILLA O LLC
- Hearings on cases from previous agenda
- Hearings on affidavits of non-compliance
- Hearings on affidavits of compliance
The hearing officer granted Jose Martinez, tenant at Ham Seafood, 35 days to remove unpermitted structures (shed and walk-in freezer) from the Victor Gircy property, with a $250/day fine if not completed. In a separate case, property owner Ricardo Tabet was given 60 days to clear debris and overgrown vegetation at 74900 Overseas Hwy, with a $200/day fine. Both cases stem from long-standing code violations.
- Granted 35 days for Ham Seafood property cleanup, $250/day fine if not met
- Imposed $125 prosecution cost on Ham Seafood tenant, due within 35 days
- Granted 60 days for Villa O LLC property cleanup, $200/day fine if not met
- Imposed $125 prosecution cost on Villa O LLC, due within 60 days
- Ordered immediate removal of debris in right of way at Villa O LLC property
Village Council
The Islamorada Village Council will meet in person to approve routine expenditures, including wastewater maintenance contracts and police services funding. Two quasi-judicial items will receive second readings: a land-use map amendment and a zoning change for a Plantation Key parcel from HVS82 Investments LLC.
- Approve $17 work authorization with WSP USA for construction engineering inspection
- Approve 2024-2025 wastewater department purchases from multiple vendors
- Approve contract for local police services with Monroe County Sheriff's Office for 2024-2029
- Amend shoreline setbacks ordinance (second reading)
- Amend future land use and zoning maps for Plantation Key parcel 00415840-000000 (second reading) from Residential Conservation to Mixed Use and Native Residential to Highway Commercial
The Village Council voted 4-1 to deny a resolution opposing a proposed development at 92501 Overseas Highway in Key Largo, with Council Member Elizabeth Jolin voting against the denial. The council also approved a consent agenda containing multiple FY 2024-2025 expenditure resolutions, including several waivers of competitive bidding, and approved a one-year extension of the GrayRobinson lobbying agreement. Two items related to a land use and zoning map amendment request by HVS82 Investments LLC were deferred to December 12, 2024.
- Denied resolution opposing development at 92501 Overseas Highway (4-1)
- Approved consent agenda with FY 2024-2025 expenditures and contracts (5-0)
- Approved one-year extension of GrayRobinson state lobbying agreement (5-0)
- Approved change order for Green Turtle Hammock Preserve basin project (5-0)
- Approved shoreline setback ordinance amendment on second reading (5-0)
- Deferred HVS82 Investments land use and zoning map amendments to Dec 12 (5-0)
- Tabled RFP for legal services until new Council elected (3-2)
- Approved adding 'Welcome to Islamorada, Sports Fishing Capital of the World' sign to After Action Report
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
General
The Village Council will consider adopting a tentative millage rate and a tentative budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024. The meeting will be held at the Founders Park Community Center.
- Resolution adopting tentative millage rate for FY 2024-2025
- Resolution adopting tentative budget for FY 2024-2025
- Public comment via email or phone
- In-person and virtual meeting options available
The Islamorada Village Council held Budget Hearing #1, setting a tentative millage rate of 2.800 (a 4.7% increase above rollback) by a 3-2 vote. They then adopted the tentative FY 2024-2025 budget under scenario 2B by a 4-1 vote, after rejecting scenario 1B. The council also increased charitable contributions to $67,000, including funding AHEC salaries, and directed staff to prepare a resolution opposing the Tavernier Publix project for the September 10 meeting.
- Approved tentative millage rate of 2.800 (3-2)
- Adopted tentative FY 2024-2025 budget, scenario 2B (4-1)
- Rejected budget scenario 1B (2-3)
- Increased charitable contribution total from $62,000 to $67,000, including AHEC salaries
- Directed staff to prepare resolution opposing Tavernier Publix project for Sept. 10 meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
General
The Village of Islands is conducting a community workshop to present information and gather feedback. Presentations will cover Bert Harris claims, infrastructure, and environmental issues.
- Presentation on Takings / Bert Harris Claims by Alicia Gonzalez
- Infrastructure presentation by Robert Mather, Village Review Engineer
- Environmental presentation by Daniel Parobok, Village Biologist / Senior Environmental Planner
- Interactive roundtable discussions for collaboration and idea sharing
- Public comment period open via email until September 13, 2024
Village Council
The Village Council is holding a budget workshop to review presentations from 13 organizations applying for charitable contributions. The meeting also includes a continuation of a previous workshop if needed.
- Charitable contribution presentations from I.CARE Corporation, FIRMKeys, Inc., and Florida Keys Children's Shelter
- Charitable contribution presentations from History of Diving Museum and Surfrider Foundation
- Charitable contribution presentations from Upper Keys Baseball Development Foundation and Upper Keys Youth Lacrosse League
- Charitable contribution presentations from Good Health Clinic and Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition
- Charitable contribution presentations from United Way Collier and the Keys and Florida Keys Area Health Education Center, Inc.
Village Council
The Village Council will hold a budget workshop to review the Finance Department’s overview, fund reserves, debt status, personnel costs, and FY 2024‑2025 general fund projections. Department heads will present updates on General Government, Development Services, Public Safety, Culture and Recreation, Public Works, and the Capital Project Fund. The meeting includes public comment procedures but no formal votes are listed.
- Finance Department overview, fund reserves, and purchasing policies (Lisa Lynch)
- Status of pooled cash and village debt (Lisa Lynch)
- FY 2024‑2025 General Fund projections and preliminary budget summaries (Lisa Lynch)
- Department presentations: General Government, Development Services, Public Safety, Culture & Recreation, Public Works, Capital Project Fund
- Public comment process and ADA assistance information
Village Council
The Village Council is meeting to discuss the preliminary budget and financial projections for the upcoming fiscal year. The session includes presentations on departmental operations, personnel, and capital projects.
- Presentation on FY 2024-2025 General Fund Projections
- Overview of Finance Department and Purchasing Policies
- Discussion of Personnel, Staff Compensation, and COLA
- Presentations on Development Services and Public Safety
- Review of Capital Project Fund and Public Works
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The Workforce Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Council is meeting to review a 300-unit affordable housing plan and discuss methods for accessing trust fund money. The body will also address affordable housing mitigation fee forms.
- Review of Don Horton's 300 affordable plan
- Discussion on process for accessing affordable housing trust fund funds
- Affordable Housing Mitigation Fees Form
- Status of Compliance Monitoring Initiatives
- Proposal to move code enforcement fines and vacation rental license fees into affordable housing trust fund
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting at the Administrative Center and Public Safety Headquarters. The body will review calendar pricing, photo selections, and next steps for a new calendar, receive an update on the Hurricane Monument Map, and discuss designation markers called Portholes.
- Review calendar pricing, photo selections, and next steps
- Hurricane Monument Map update
- Designation markers—Portholes
Code Compliance Hearing
The Village of Islands is holding a Code Compliance Hearing to address specific property violations. The body will hear new and existing cases regarding compliance with village codes.
- New hearing: Village of Islands V. Villa O LLC (CEPM20240000027)
- Hearing on previous case: Village of Islands V. Mary L. Barley Family Trust (CEBDGC20230000134)
Village Council
The Village Council will discuss several land use amendments and zoning requests. Key items include a potential moratorium on administrative relief applications and a request to expand the Islander Resort.
- First reading of an ordinance amending Section 30-1542 Shoreline Setbacks
- Second reading of an ordinance for a temporary moratorium on new Administrative Relief Applications
- Variance request for a new cargo lift at 92 W Plaza Del Sol
- Request to change zoning for Parcel 00404730-000000 from Settlers Residential to Highway Commercial
- Proposed expansion of the Islander Resort at 82100 and 81998 Overseas Highway and 132 Carroll Street
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Village Council
The Islamorada Village Council meeting on August 7, 2024 will consider a series of resolutions covering infrastructure projects, grant agreements, and fiscal measures. Key decisions include approving work authorizations for tree planting on Windley Key and canal restoration on Lower Matecumbe, accepting a Monroe County Tourist Development Council grant for an inclusive playground at Founders Park, and adopting the Islamorada Watershed Management Plan. The council will also adopt new non‑ad valorem assessment rates for stormwater services, solid waste, and wastewater for the fiscal year beginning October 1 2024. Additional resolutions ratify purchases for the wastewater department and select contractors for library restroom renovation, emergency generator maintenance, and the comprehensive plan update.
- Resolution approving Work Authorization No. 5 with Tim Matthews Tree & Landscaping for a right‑of‑way planting project on Windley Key.
- Resolution approving Work Authorization No. 16 with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure for continued Lower Matecumbe Canals restoration culvert permitting.
- Resolution approving TDC FY 25 Capital Project Grant Award #3243 for the Founders Park inclusive playground.
- Resolution adopting the Islamorada Watershed Management Plan.
- Resolution approving the FY 24‑25 stormwater services non‑ad valorem assessment rate and roll.
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Village Council
The Islamorada Village Council will meet in person on July 31, 2024, to vote on a preliminary rate resolution for solid waste service fees for fiscal year 2024-25 and to consider a resolution supporting enforcement of a no-parking zone on Windley Key. The meeting will also include public comment and communications from the mayor, council, attorney, and village manager.
- Preliminary rate resolution for FY 2024-25 solid waste assessment
- Enforcement of a no-parking zone on Windley Key
- Public comment period for unlisted matters
- Mayor and council communications
- Village attorney and manager reports
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The Village of Islands is conducting a community workshop featuring a presentation and interactive roundtable discussions. The session is designed for collaboration and the collection of written feedback from residents.
- Presentation on Islamorada, Village of Islands
- Interactive roundtable discussions for idea sharing
- Collection of written feedback
General
The Near Shore Water Regulation Citizens’ Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss water safety and regulation updates. The body will review speed zones, vessel exclusion areas, and habitat concerns.
- Whale Harbor Channel-Idle Speed Zone
- Tavernier Creek Slow Speed/Minimum Wake Zone extension
- Proposed New Vessel Exclusion Zone at Sunset Drive Beach
- Founders Park Breakwater Habitat and Safety Concerns
- Derelict Vessels and anchorage around Little Basin/Big Basin
Land Acquisition Advisory Committee
The Land Acquisition Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, discuss updates to the Florida Forever list, and review its action plan. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific land parcels or dollar amounts listed.
- Election of Chair/Vice Chair
- Updates to Florida Forever list
- Action Plan Discussion
- Next meeting date selection
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The Workforce Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Council met on July 15, 2024, to resume in-person regular meetings. The agenda focused on establishing criteria for accessing the affordable housing trust fund and reviewing ideas to incentivize developers. The committee also discussed an update to the 300 affordable action plan and the status of compliance monitoring initiatives.
- Establish criteria for accessing affordable housing trust fund
- Review ideas to incentivize developers
- Update to 300 affordable action plan
- Discuss process for accessing affordable housing funds
- Discuss code enforcement fines and vacation rental license fees into affordable housing trust fund
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will approve minutes from its June 12 meeting. Staff will discuss preparing a new commission calendar, updating a storyboard and map, and reviewing historic designation markers known as Portholes. The agenda lists routine administrative tasks and internal project updates without specifying direct resident impacts.
- Approval of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion on calendar photo selection and printing
- Update on storyboard and map project
- Review of Historic Designation markers (Portholes)
Village Council
The Islamorada Village Council will vote on resolutions covering budget preparations, land acquisitions, equipment purchases, and building permit allocations. They are also reviewing first and second readings of zoning ordinances that would eliminate residential bufferyards and amend fronting definitions, alongside a temporary moratorium on administrative relief applications. Additionally, the council will consider staff appointments to advisory committees and review updates on restoration funds and boat anchoring areas.
- Approve first amendment to Work Authorization #4 with MT Causley, LLC for building services support
- Reimburse Councilman Mark Gregg $360.00 for legal fees related to an ethics complaint defense
- First reading of ordinance eliminating bufferyards in residential zoning districts and amending fronting definitions (second reading)
- Determine proposed millage rate for fiscal year 2024-2025 and schedule first and second budget hearings
- Approve piggyback purchase of a 2025 Freightliner Rescue Re-mount ambulance for the Fire Rescue Department
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The Workforce Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Council is discussing ways to establish criteria for accessing the affordable housing trust fund. The agenda includes developer incentives, updates to the 300 affordable action plan, and a request from Habitat of Humanity.
- Establishing criteria for accessing the affordable housing trust fund
- Developer incentive ideas
- Update to 300 affordable action plan
- Affordable Housing Trust Fund Request from Habitat of Humanity
Village Council
The Village Council will consider several ordinances regarding residential building permit allocations and land development regulations. The agenda also includes quasi-judicial items involving property use changes and administrative appeals.
- Reservation of BPAS affordable dwelling unit allocations for Woods Avenue Development
- Extension of the temporary moratorium on market rate residential BPAS applications
- Amendment to land development regulations regarding minimum lot area variances
- Conditional use request for a veterinary hospital at 82748 Overseas Highway
- Land use and zoning map amendments for parcel 00394480-000108 on Lower Matecumbe Key
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will hold an election for its Chair. Members will also discuss potential projects including hanging art, producing books or calendars, and following up on a porthole project.
- Election of Chair
- Storyboards and map update
- Discussion of hanging art in Islamorada
- Discussion of book, brochure, or short story production
- Follow-up on Corie Abel's porthole project
General
The Village Council will conduct a legislative agenda workshop. This meeting follows the resumption of the in-person regular meeting format.
- Legislative Agenda Workshop
Village Council
The Village Council will review several committee reports and property updates. Key actions include approving various infrastructure projects, equipment purchases, and agreements related to Founders Park and the Freebee ridesharing program.
- Founders Park Breakwater Restoration Project contractor selection
- Founders Park Master Plan recommendation and agreement
- Purchase of Thorguard Lightning Prediction and Warning System for Founders Park
- Expansion of the Freebee ridesharing program via FDOT grant
- Reimbursement of $2,610.00 to Joseph B. Pinder III for legal fees
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency will consider several ordinances regarding land use and zoning map amendments. These include requests for property rezonings on Upper Matecumbe Key and Plantation Key, as well as updates to bufferyard and shoreline setback standards. The agency will also discuss a temporary moratorium on new administrative relief applications.
- Land use amendment for parcel 00404730-000000 on Upper Matecumbe Key from Residential Medium to Mixed Use
- Zoning map amendment for parcel 00404730-000000 on Upper Matecumbe Key from Settlers Residential to Highway Commercial
- Amendment to Section 30-816 regarding Bufferyard Standards
- Amendment to Section 30-1542 regarding Shoreline Setbacks
- Temporary moratorium on the acceptance of new administrative relief applications
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The Council will review the 2024 Affordable Housing Fact Sheet and discuss processes for accessing the affordable housing trust fund. Members will also begin discussions regarding accessory dwelling units in the Village.
- Review of 2024 Affordable Housing Fact Sheet
- Discussion on land and real estate tax incentives for affordable unit development
- Discussion of accessory dwelling units
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Workshop scheduled for June 4, 2024
- Discussion of the 300 Affordable Action Plan
General
The committee will discuss several park improvements, including artificial turf for baseball fields and additional pickleball courts. Members will also review the status of the former Island Silver and Spice property and 2024 capital outlay projects.
- Former Island Silver and Spice Property Status
- Baseball Field Improvements (Artificial Turf)
- Additional Pickleball Courts
- Review of 2024 Capital Outlay Projects
- Tour of Coral Shores Baseball Field Facility
Code Compliance Hearing
The Village of Islands will conduct code compliance hearings regarding two specific cases. While the agenda includes sections for affidavits of non-compliance and defaults, no specific case details were provided for those items.
- New hearing: Islamorada Village Of Islands v. CGDOGWOODLLC (Case CEBDGC20240000004)
- Hearing on previous case: Islamorada, Village of Islands V. Mary L. Barley Family Trust (Case CEBDGC20230000134)
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency will consider several requests to amend the village's future land use and zoning maps for properties on Lower and Upper Matecumbe Key. The meeting also includes discussions regarding amendments to land development regulations for lot area variances and fronting rules.
- Sojourn South LLC request to change parcel 00394480-00108 from Conservation to Mixed Use and Commercial Fishing
- Tea Table Key LLC request to change parcel 00097000-000000 from Residential Conservation to Mixed Use and Tourist Commercial
- Ordinance amendment regarding lot area variances for workforce or affordable housing
- Amendment to Land Development Regulations relating to fronting
Village Council
The Village Council will consider resolutions regarding Building Permit Allocation System (BPAS) affordable housing allocations. The agenda also includes a first reading to extend the temporary moratorium on market-rate residential applications. Additionally, the council will review a proposal to purchase real property at 83250 Overseas Highway.
- Purchase of real property located at 83250 Overseas Highway
- Extension of the temporary moratorium on market-rate residential BPAS applications
- Awarding early evacuation affordable residential building permit allocations for Q1 2024
- Administrative relief request for 122 Iroquois St
- Administrative relief request for 33 Flamingo Hammock Rd
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Village Council
The Village Council will discuss updates on the Canal 147 restoration project and a proposed special assessment. The agenda includes resolutions for purchasing real property on Overseas Highway and amending building permit allocations. The council will also review contracts for surveillance cameras and park playground improvements.
- Purchase of real property at 83250 Overseas Highway
- Amendments to the 2024 Building Permit Allocation System distribution schedule
- Contractor selection for the Plantation Tropical Preserve Gazebo Project
- Agreement for a new surveillance camera system
- Acceptance of a donated motor vessel for fire emergency response
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The committee will receive a program report from Jon Olsen and a presentation regarding an event permit request for a fundraiser. The Parks and Recreation Director will also provide updates on park fees, military access, the Founders Park Master Plan, and capital projects.
- Event permit request: Island Knights Chapter of the Widow’s Sons fundraiser for Florida Keys Children’s Shelter
- Discussion of Park Fees and Military Access
- Update on Founders Park Master Plan
- Update on Capital Projects
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss the process for accessing the affordable housing trust fund and begin discussions regarding accessory dwelling units in the Village. Members will also review the draft 2024 Affordable Housing Fact Sheet.
- Process for accessing affordable housing trust fund
- Discussion of accessory dwelling units in the Village
- Review of draft 2024 Affordable Housing Fact Sheet
- Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes
Village Council
The Council will consider several requests to amend the Future Land Use and Zoning maps for properties on Upper Matecumbe Key and Plantation Key. The agenda also includes an update on US 1 lots for affordable housing and the awarding of building permit allocations from late 2023.
- Island Community Church rezoning request (Upper Matecumbe Key)
- HVS82 Investments LLC rezoning request (Plantation Key)
- 4th Quarter 2023 Affordable Building Permit Allocation awards
- Update on US 1 lots for affordable housing
- Orange Street roadway abandonment request
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Village Council
The Village Council will review several ordinances, including a referendum to establish four-year staggered terms for council members. The agenda also includes quasi-judicial hearings regarding land use and zoning map amendments on Windley Key.
- Referendum for 4-year staggered Council Member terms
- Land use and zoning amendments for Windley Cove, LLC
- Land use and zoning amendments for Windley Isles, LLC
- Work authorization for planting project at Founders Park
- Work authorization for invasive plant management services
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss expanding HUD income guidelines to include all levels beyond moderate income. Members will also review the development potential of Village Owned Properties under Live Local. The meeting includes updates on compliance monitoring and first-time homebuyer down payment ordinances.
- Discussion on adding all HUD income guideline levels
- Review of Live Local/Village Owned Properties development potential
- Affordable housing trust fund discussion
- Update on ordinance amending Section 22-64 for first-time homebuyer down payments
- Status of Gorman's reservations for affordable housing units
Village Council
The Village Council will consider several land use and zoning amendments for properties on Windley Key. The agenda also includes an administrative appeal regarding a tiki hut setback and the approval of affordable residential building permit allocations for the fourth quarter of 2023.
- Affordable residential building permit allocations for Q4 2023
- Amendment to Chapter 30 Land Development Regulations, Article IV
- Administrative appeal for a tiki hut setback at 222 Biscayne Blvd
- Windley Cove, LLC: Future land use and zoning map amendments on Windley Key
- Windley Isles, LLC: Future land use and zoning map amendments on Windley Key
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Village Council
The Village Council will discuss church property purchases, backyard chicken regulations, and a vulnerability analysis. The agenda includes several resolutions for infrastructure projects at Founders Park and ordinances regarding term limits and council terms.
- Ordinance calling for a referendum to revise term limits
- Ordinance calling for a referendum to establish 4-year staggered councilmember terms
- Resolution to approve Village Manager contract with Robert Cole
- Founders Park Splash Pad resurfacing project agreement
- Founders Park solar street light fixtures replacement project
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Local Planning Agency
The agency will hold public hearings on multiple requests to change the Future Land Use Map and official Zoning Map. These proposals involve changing property designations on Plantation Key, Lower Matecumbe Key, Upper Matecumbe Key, and Windley Key.
- HVS82 Investments LLC: Request to change Plantation Key property from Residential Conservation to Mixed Use and Native Residential to Highway Commercial
- Sojourn South LLC: Request to change Lower Matecumbe Key property from Conservation to Mixed Use and Commercial Fishing
- Island Community Church Inc: Request to change Upper Matecumbe Key property from Public/Semi-Public Services to Mixed Use and Highway Commercial
- Windley Cove, LLC: Request to change Windley Key property from Residential Medium to Mixed Use and Residential Single Family to Highway Commercial
- Windley Isles, LLC: Request to change Windley Key property from Residential Medium to Mixed Use and Residential Single Family to Highway Commercial
General
The Village of Islands is holding a town hall meeting focused on the Baseball Field. The agenda includes a presentation from the School District and an opportunity for public comment.
- School District Presentation
- Public Comment
General
The Village of Islands is hosting a community workshop to discuss noise. The session includes a presentation followed by questions, answers, and interactive roundtable discussions.
- Presentation: Islamorada, Village of Islands
- Questions and answers regarding noise
- Interactive roundtable discussions for idea sharing
Village Council
The Village Council will consider several ordinances including a referendum on term limits and updates to housing and code enforcement. The agenda also includes discussions on council member terms and the composition of the LPA.
- Ordinance calling for a referendum to revise term limits on November 5, 2024
- Ordinance amending first time home buyer down payment requirements
- Resolution approving Native Construction for Green Turtle Hammock Preserve Pavilion Project
- Resolution approving work authorization with Tim Matthews Tree & Landscaping
- Resolution approving CPH, LLC. work authorization for Founders Park Breakwater Restoration
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Village Council
The Village Council will discuss a potential referendum to revise term limits and the staggering of councilmember terms. The meeting includes second readings for ordinances regarding legal expense reimbursement and first-time home buyer down payments. The Council will also consider work authorizations for park restoration and landscaping projects.
- Ordinance calling for a referendum to revise Village Charter term limits
- Ordinance regarding legal expense reimbursement for officials
- Work authorization for Founders Park Breakwater Restoration
- Rate correction for commercial rolloff compactors in solid waste services
- Discussion on the potential staggering of Councilmember terms
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Village Council
The Village Council will meet to discuss potential candidates for the Village Manager position. The council will also discuss and provide direction on next steps regarding the current vacancy.
- Discussion of Village Manager candidates
- Direction on next steps for the Village Manager position vacancy
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee
The council will discuss affordable housing development possibilities and Monroe County legislative priorities. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the First Time Home Buyers Ordinance.
- Proposed amendment to the First Time Home Buyers Ordinance
- Affordable Housing Compliance Monitoring Request for Information
- Discussion of affordable housing development outside the Village
- Monroe County Legislative Priorities
Village Council
The Village Council will consider several ordinances related to housing, zoning, and platting procedures. This includes a first reading for a first-time home buyer down payment amendment and second readings for land development regulations. The council will also discuss accessory dwelling units and building permit allocations.
- First reading of ordinance amending first-time home buyer down payment rules
- Second reading of ordinance amending platting administrative procedures
- Second reading of ordinance regarding zoning in progress provisions
- Second reading of ordinance establishing a building permit allocation system
- Administrative relief request for 122 Iroquois St
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
General
The Parks and Recreation Citizens’ Advisory Committee will review updates regarding village conservation properties and the Founders Park Master Plan. The meeting also includes a program report from Plantation Key Fitness and an update on the Coral Shores High School Baseball Field at Founders Park.
- Update on Village Conservation Properties
- Plantation Key Fitness program report
- Founders Park Master Plan update
- Coral Shores High School Baseball Field at Founders Park update
Village Council
This is a special call meeting for the Village Council. The agenda is limited to an executive session regarding Case No. CA-000440-P and procedural items.
- Executive Session regarding Case No. CA-000440-P
Village Council
The Village Council is reviewing ordinances that would call for public referendums on term limits and council compensation. The agenda also includes discussions regarding multi-family zoning amendments and manager contract negotiations. Additionally, the council will consider various service agreements and vehicle purchases.
- Ordinance for a referendum on term limits (Second Reading)
- Ordinance for a referendum on increased council compensation (Second Reading)
- Resolution to purchase four 2024 Chevrolet 2500HD trucks
- Ordinance to modify the vessel exclusion zone at Port Antigua and White Marlin Beach
- Agreement with Lifescan, Inc. for fire rescue physicals exceeding $25,000
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency will conduct public hearings regarding several land use and zoning map amendments. These requests include changing property designations to mixed-use or commercial on Lower Matecumbe Key, Plantation Key, and Windley Key.
- Land use and zoning amendments for Sojourn South LLC on Lower Matecumbe Key
- Land use and zoning amendments for Island Community Church Inc on Upper Matecumbe Key
- Land use and zoning amendments for HVS82 Investments LLC on Plantation Key
- Land use and zoning amendments for Windley Cove, LLC on Windley Key
- Land use and zoning amendments for Windley Isles, LLC on Windley Key