Key West public meetings in 2022

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board approved the 2022 short-term and long-term goals and objectives. Other items, including reports on 918 Fort Street and Bayview Park, were received and filed.

• Approved November 30, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PRAB Short Term & Long Term Goals & Objections 2022- Nov 30 (unanimous)

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved a major development plan for affordable workforce housing on Fort Street. The board also approved several residential renovations, demolitions, and storefront updates at various city locations.

• Approved 126-unit affordable workforce housing at 918 Fort Street (4-0)
• Approved demolition of third floor walls at 724 Truman Avenue (5-0)
• Approved new storefronts at 430 Duval Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition of storefronts at 430 Duval Street (6-0)
• Approved renovation and site improvements at 1328 Duncan Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of non-historic additions at 1328 Duncan Street (5-0)
• Approved new residence, deck, and pool at 1324 Duncan Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of main structure at 1324 Duncan Street (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a major development plan and bicycle substitution variance for 126 affordable housing units at 918 Fort Street. The board also recommended an ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Plan's vision, mission, and core values. A variance request for 10 Lowes Lane was postponed.

• Approved bicycle substitution variance for 918 Fort Street (6-0)
• Approved Major Development Plan for 126 affordable housing units at 918 Fort Street with amended conditions (6-0)
• Approved resolution recommending Comprehensive Plan text amendments to the City Commission (6-0)
• Postponed variance request for 10 Lowes Lane to January 19, 2023
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate dismissed several cases after properties came into compliance. Fines were imposed for noise violations at 700 Duval Street and licensing failures at 6401 3rd Street and 1316 Eliza Street. Multiple other cases were granted continuances to January 26, 2023.

• Imposed $250 court cost and $500 suspended fine for Mangoes Restaurant LLC and David Bootle (Case # 22-1474)
• Imposed $250 court fine and $250 administrative fee for Narmina LLC (Case # 22-1297)
• Imposed $250 court cost and $250 daily fine for CP LTD Partnership (Case # 22-1327)
• Granted fines for Daniella Dubrovich and Valbona Vulaj regarding 1316 Eliza Street (Cases # 22-1435, # 22-1459)
• Granted finding of violation with no fees or fines for Nature's Boundary LLC (Case # 22-1446)
• Dismissed 10 cases due to compliance, including those at 3708 Northside Drive and 330 Caroline Street
• Granted continuances to January 26, 2023 for cases # 22-1456, # 22-1493, # 22-1373, # 22-1374, # 22-1414, # 22-831, and # 22-1501
• Granted continuance to February 23, 2023 for Migo 2 LLC (Case # 21-1831)

Development Review Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 17, 2022. Four items regarding a food and beverage establishment and three easement requests were received and filed.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Conditional use request for food and beverage establishment at 901 Fleming Street: Received and Filed
• Easement request for concrete wall and shed encroachment at 1103 Watson: Received and Filed
• Easement request for underground cable at Truman Waterfront Park: Received and Filed
• Easement request for underground cable at 21 Quay Road: Received and Filed

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a lease renewal for Conch Tees and Souvenirs, Inc. doing business as Bumble Bee Silver Co. Other items, including a report from the Key West Bight Preservation Association and a discussion on trap storage, were received and filed.

• Approved lease renewal for Conch Tees and Souvenirs, Inc. DBA Bumble Bee Silver Co. (7-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission approved several requests for tree removals with requirements for on-site replacement or fees. One request to remove a large Sapodilla tree was denied, and a compliance settlement was reached for unauthorized palm removals at 1100 Fleming Street.

• Approved removal of (1) Mahogany tree at 2923 Harris Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of (6) Red Mangrove trees at 2407 N. Roosevelt Blvd. for $4,200 fee (Unanimous)
• Denied removal of (1) 30.2" Sapodilla tree at 1015 Windsor Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of (1) Sapodilla and (1) Royal Poinciana at 1015 Windsor Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of 13 trees at 2700 Flagler Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of 6 trees at 1501 Venetian Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of (1) Mahogany tree at 3391 Eagle Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved compliance settlement for unauthorized palm removals at 1100 Fleming Street (Unanimous)

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees Pension Board approved the FY 22-23 expense report and the October 1, 2021 actuarial valuation. The board also confirmed the assumed rate of return for the upcoming actuarial period and set the 2023 meeting dates.

• Approved September 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved General Employees expense report FY 22-23 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved October 1, 2021 actuarial valuation report (unanimous)
• Confirmed 7.25% assumed rate of return for the next actuarial period (unanimous)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved funding for a mural restoration and elected its 2023 leadership. The board also finalized its 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved $2,000 to restore Rick Worth's mural at Thomas & Petronia (unanimous)
• Elected Rosi Ware as Chair and Marianne van den Broek as Vice Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission approved a request for $4,028,250.00 from the Monroe County Land Authority for the Lofts at Bahama Village workforce housing project. Other key actions included appointing an interim City Attorney and approving several infrastructure and equipment purchases.

• Requested $4,028,250.00 from Monroe County Land Authority for Lofts at Bahama Village workforce housing (7-0)
• Appointed Ronald J. Ramsingh as interim City Attorney (5-2)
• Approved $20,000 budget for City Attorney search (7-0)
• Awarded Right of Way Improvements 2022 bid to Charley Toppino and Sons, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $91,640.08 for HP desktop and laptop computers (unanimous)
• Approved $57,690.35 for 8 CWT Parking Pay Stations (unanimous)
• Approved 'Movies Under the Stars' license agreement for Tropic Cinema (unanimous)
• Approved Major Development Plan for 5501 College Road (unanimous)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Agency approved a marketing services task order for the Historic Seaport and Bight Marina. It also approved a lease for office and storage space at the Ferry Terminal Building and rejected all bids for the Historic Seaport exterior signage system.

• Rejected all bids for ITB #22-009 Exterior Signage System - Key West Historic Seaport (Passed)
• Approved FY 2023 Marketing Services Task Order with Adept Public Relations, LLC not to exceed $188,000.00 (Passed)
• Approved lease with Yankee Freedom III, LLC for premises at Ferry Terminal Building at 100 Grinnell Street (Passed)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved recommendations to use American Rescue Plan Act dollars for two local projects. The committee also received updates on several village projects and an injection well report.

• Approved recommendation to CRA for ARPA funds for Douglass Gym Expansion (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to CRA for ARPA funds for Martin Luther King Community Pool renovation (5-0)
• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board approved the proposed meeting dates for 2023, with a specific adjustment for the December meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the October 27, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates with December meeting set for December 20, 2023 (unanimous)

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved several residential and commercial demolition and construction requests. The commission also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and postponed decisions regarding storefronts at the La Concha Hotel.

• Approved 2023 Proposed Meeting Dates (unanimous)
• Denied metal roof replacement at 1108 Fleming Street (4-0)
• Approved demolition at 408 Virginia Street (4-0)
• Approved house demolition at 629 Dey Street (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition at 401 South Street (4-0)
• Approved new dwelling at 703 Windsor Lane (4-0)
• Approved high school renovations and demolition at 724 Truman Avenue (4-0)
• Postponed storefront design and demolition at 430 Duval Street (4-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and closed Complaint 22-002 after the complainant failed to appear. The Board also received RRI 22-2977 and took a member's offer to resign under advisement.

• Approved 2023 CRB meeting dates with 5:00 p.m. start time (unanimous)
• Closed Complaint 22-002 with a 'No Finding' resolution (unanimous)
• Received and Filed RRI 22-2977 (unanimous)
• Agreed to have Robert Cintron copied on all future RRI production
• Took Gerri Gates' offer to resign under advisement

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a minor development plan for a modular clinic and the transfer of a transient unit license. A variance for a single-family structure on Duval Street was also granted. Several other development plans and variances were postponed.

• Approved minor development plan for new modular unit at 1801 White Street (5-0)
• Approved transfer of one transient unit license from 529 Eaton Street to 430 Fleming Street (5-0)
• Granted variance for side setback, building coverage, parking, and open space at 610 Duval Street (5-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Postponed variance, alcohol sales exception, and development plan for 601 Truman Avenue to March 16, 2023
• Postponed major development plan and landscape waiver for 918 Fort Street to December 15, 2022
• Postponed variance for 10 Lowes Lane to December 15, 2022

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate resolved several code violation cases, including dismissing three cases for compliance and executing one settlement agreement. Fines were imposed for business license and property maintenance violations, while five other cases were continued to December 15, 2022.

• Reduced fines to $1,500 total for Liberty Noma LLC (Case # 22-3)
• Dismissed case # 20-1335 (John Lindle) due to compliance
• Dismissed case # 22-437 (Jean Fenold Metellus) due to compliance
• Dismissed case # 22-1323 (Noble Family Eastgate LLC) due to compliance
• Executed $5,418.25 settlement agreement with Country Club Investments LLC (Case # 22-1363)
• Imposed $250 administrative cost and $250 per day fine for Dennis & Leigh Hooten (Case # 22-1417)
• Granted continuances to December 15, 2022, for cases # 22-1210, # 22-1262, # 22-510, # 22-1373, # 22-1374, and # 22-1414

Development Review Committee

The committee unanimously approved the agenda, the October 27, 2022, meeting minutes, and the proposed meeting dates for 2023. A request for an easement at 3728 Flagler Avenue was discussed, but no action was taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission approved several high-value grants for shelter reconstruction and resilience planning. They also authorized multiple vehicle and medical equipment purchases for city departments and approved a 99-year lease for the Key West Botanical Garden.

• Approved $7.3M grant agreement to reconstruct Keys Overnight Temporary Shelter (Res 22-265)
• Approved $1.15M grant for Comprehensive Adaptation and Resilience Implementation Plan (Res 22-264)
• Approved 99-year public benefit lease for Key West Botanical Garden at 5210 College Road (Res 22-263)
• Approved fishing at Mallory Square, Edward B. Knight Pier and Truman Waterfront Park, exempting Mallory Square during Sunset Celebration (Res 22-262)
• Approved $162,132 purchase of three Ford F-150s and one Ford Transit Connect for Community Services (Res 22-266)
• Approved $239,100.16 in medical and rescue equipment for Fire Department (Res 22-267, 22-268, 22-269)
• Approved $278,861.82 engineering design for 10th Street and Harris Avenue Drainage Project (4-1)
• Approved mural at 218 Whitehead Street with a $1,500 maintenance bond (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 19, 2022. A resolution regarding a property appeal for Hilton Haven Drive was postponed to a future date.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed resolution regarding Brugman Holdings, LLC appeal for 9-D, 10-B2, 10-C Hilton Haven Drive to January 4, 2023 (unanimous)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved the proposed meeting dates for 2023. The committee also approved the October 3, 2022, meeting minutes with an amendment. Discussions regarding MLK Community Pool repairs took place, while the item concerning injection wells at Amelia and Thomas Street was postponed.

• Approved October 3, 2022 minutes with amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2023 meeting dates (Unanimous)
• Postponed injection wells at corner of Amelia and Thomas Street

Sustainability Advisory Board

The board approved the proposed meeting dates for 2023. Members also reviewed reports on sustainability, energy, and multi-modal transportation, and discussed a draft energy plan.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Proposed Meeting Dates (6-0, 1 absent)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Board approved a task order for marketing services and renewed an office lease. It also passed two text amendments regarding workforce-affordable housing allocations for 907 Caroline Street. Additionally, the Board rejected bids for the Key West Historic Seaport exterior signage system.

• Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (5-0)
• Rejected bids for ITB #22-009 Exterior Signage System - Key West Historic Seaport (5-0)
• Approved $188,000 task order for 2023 marketing services to Adept Strategy & Public Relations (5-0)
• Approved Yankee Freedom III office lease renewal (5-0)
• Passed Comprehensive Plan text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (4-1)
• Passed Land Development Regulations text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (4-1)

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission approved two tree removal requests and three compliance settlement agreements for unpermitted removals. The commission also approved a revised landscape plan for an affordable housing complex and set the 2023 meeting dates.

• Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of (1) Seagrape tree at 812 Simonton Street Rear (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of (1) Jamaican Caper tree at 415 United Street (Unanimous)
• Entered compliance settlement with Apex Companies for unpermitted removals at 2811 N. Roosevelt Blvd (Unanimous)
• Entered compliance settlement with Blue Native Landscaping for unpermitted removal at 3420 N. Roosevelt Blvd (Unanimous)
• Entered compliance settlement with George T. Pallas for unpermitted removal at 1008 White Street (Unanimous)
• Approved revised landscape plan for affordable residential housing at 918 Fort Street (Unanimous)
• Postponed mahogany tree removal request at 2923 Harris Avenue to December 12, 2022 (Unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts, including a major purchase of Axon police equipment and funding for bike facilities. The board also advanced zoning changes for Petronia and Whitehead Streets to a second reading and adopted new safety regulations for golf carts.

• Approved $1,534,709.60 purchase of Axon body cameras, tasers, and camera systems
• Approved $992,268.00 bid to Coral Construction Company for Final Mile Mode Shift Bike Facilities
• Approved $437,268.00 FDOT supplemental agreement for 'Final Mile' project amenities
• Adopted ordinance adding safety regulations and decal identification for golf carts (Unanimous)
• Passed zoning and land use amendments for 318-320 Petronia St and 802-806 Whitehead St to second reading (5-2)
• Approved easement for Marriott Beachside (5-2)
• Approved after-the-fact easement for boatlift and dock at 3838 Flagler Avenue (7-0)
• Awarded Duval Street Economic Corridor Resiliency and Revitalization Plan to Stantec (Unanimous)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village CRA approved several funding requests via a consent agenda. These include stormwater management improvements at the Key West Historic Seaport and financial reimbursements for a property on Margaret Street.

• Approved up to $21,781.00 for lighting and decorations from Brandano Displays, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded $98,040.64 contract to American Empire Builders, Inc. for stormwater management at Boat House at Turtle Kraals (Unanimous)
• Approved $104,345.00 for building repairs and $253,053.00 for seven months rent abatement for Boat House Key West, LLC at 231 Margaret Street #1 (Unanimous)
• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board approved the minutes from the September 22, 2022, meeting. Members discussed Bayview Park and general goals and objectives, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved amended agenda to include Bayview Park discussion (unanimous)
• Approved September 22, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Development Review Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. A request for conditional use to allow a single family residence at 1905 Staples Avenue was received and filed.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed conditional use request for 1905 Staples Avenue

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved several residential renovations, new constructions, and demolitions. One roof replacement project was postponed to November 22, 2022.

• Approved partial demolition of second floor east wall at 1002 Fleming Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition of one-story and accessory structures at 522 Olivia Street (6-0)
• Approved new mural at 218 Whitehead Street (6-0)
• Approved new porch, accessory structure, and pool at 408 Virginia Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition of rear addition and accessory structure at 408 Virginia Street (6-0)
• Approved new two-story residence and accessory structure at 629 Dey Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition of existing house at 629 Dey Street (6-0)
• Approved renovations and pool at 1418 Newton Street (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a variety of residential and commercial development requests, including two zoning variances and a plan to convert an auditorium into a high school. The board also recommended two text amendments to the City Commission regarding workforce-affordable housing allocations for a property on Caroline Street.

• Granted variance for home reconstruction at 703 Windsor Lane (6-0)
• Approved major development plan for a 5,161 SF building at 5501 College Road (6-0)
• Approved modification of major development plan for 1319 William Street & 1316 Royal Street (6-0)
• Approved major development plan to convert auditorium to high school at 724 Truman Avenue (6-0)
• Granted variance for new bathroom construction at 1214 16th Terrace (6-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (6-0)
• Approved Land Development Regulations text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (6-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board met but took no substantive decisions. The only action item was a follow-up discussion on how a prior matter was concluded and documented. No votes were recorded.

• Discussed RRI 22-2977: follow-up on complaint conclusion and documentation

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on October 20, 2022, addressed 38 cases involving building permits, licenses, and property maintenance. The Special Magistrate issued findings of violation with daily fines for several non-compliant properties, granted continuances for cases nearing compliance, and dismissed many cases where violations were resolved. Two mitigation requests were partially granted, reducing fines.

• Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain building permits at 2016 Roosevelt Drive (Case 21-1831)
• Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain non-transient license at 3312 Northside Drive #706 (Case 22-903)
• Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain non-transient license at 3930 S Roosevelt Blvd 113E (Case 22-975)
• Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain non-transient license at 3635 Seaside Drive 404 (Case 22-1046)
• Mitigated $13,500 fine to $10,000 for delinquent fire inspection fees at 1010 Kennedy Dr (Case 22-17)
• Mitigated $4,000 fine to $500 for failure to clear debris at 322 Amelia Street (Case 22-1140)
• Granted continuances for 8 cases to November or December 2022
• Dismissed 18 cases that came into compliance

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a consent agenda including adjusted cruise ship fees effective November 1, 2022, and a resolution requesting FDOT prioritize an EV charging network. They also passed resolutions authorizing several special events and public transportation grants. A request for workforce housing funding was postponed to November 1, 2022.

• Approved adjusted cruise ship fees effective November 1, 2022, with future annual CPI-based adjustments (Res 22-231).
• Passed resolution requesting FDOT prioritize an EV charging network in Key West and the Florida Keys (Res 22-226).
• Authorized Race World Offshore to hold concerts and street closures November 10-13, 2022, with alcohol sales (Res 22-227).
• Approved FDOT public transportation grants: $334,181 for fixed bus routes, $616,340 for Lower Keys Shuttle, and $568,845 for federal COVID relief (Res 22-233, 22-234, 22-235).
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule with amendments moving November and December meetings (Res 22-237).
• Passed revocable license agreement with Key West Woman's Club for Fantasy Fest alcohol sales 2022-2026 (Res 22-238).
• Approved 12-month extension for development at 1319 William Street & 1316 Royal Street, subject to state emergencies (Res 22-239).
• Postponed workforce housing funding request ($4,089,750 for Lofts at Bahama Village) to November 1, 2022.

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved modifications to walls and a second-story addition at 411 Louisa Street (6-0, one abstention) and approved demolition of non-historic roof overhangs and partial walls at the same property (7-0). The commission also approved a new two-story side addition and partial demolition at 1002 Fleming Street, and a new single-family residence with demolition at 522 Olivia Street, all by 7-0 votes. Items postponed include minutes from July 27 and September 12, 2022, a roof replacement at 1108 Fleming Street, and a new dwelling at 703 Windsor Lane (postponed indefinitely).

• Approved modifications to front, side, and rear walls and second-story addition at 411 Louisa Street (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved demolition of non-historic roof overhangs and partial walls at 411 Louisa Street (7-0)
• Approved new two-story side addition at 1002 Fleming Street (7-0)
• Approved partial demolition of second floor east wall at 1002 Fleming Street (7-0)
• Approved new single-family residence, pool, fences, and site improvements at 522 Olivia Street (7-0)
• Approved demolition of existing one-story structure and accessory structures at 522 Olivia Street (7-0)
• Postponed minutes approval for July 27 and September 12, 2022, to October 26, 2022
• Postponed roof replacement at 1108 Fleming Street to October 26, 2022; postponed new dwelling at 703 Windsor Lane indefinitely

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board unanimously approved pursuing the installation of Tim Marshall Curtis' original sculptures: a 10-foot tall 'Manta' sculpture from the Botanical Gardens and a 21-foot long 'Lightning Bolt' on top of Mount Trashmore behind the Transportation Department on Stock Island. The board also approved minutes from three prior meetings and received several updates as informational items.

• Approved 'in concept' the installation of Tim Marshall Curtis' 'Manta' sculpture (10 ft) and 'Lightning Bolt' sculpture (21 ft) on Mount Trashmore, Stock Island — unanimous vote.
• Approved minutes from June 9, 2022 — unanimous vote.
• Approved minutes from July 14, 2022 — unanimous vote.
• Approved minutes from September 8, 2022 (Workshop) — unanimous vote.
• Received and filed presentation from City of Key West KOTS (Albi Bailou, Senior Project Manager).
• Received and filed update on upcoming projects.
• Received and filed Parks and Rec Joint Meeting follow-up.
• Received and filed updates on Mallory Square and Key West Seaport.

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board voted 4-0 to write a letter supporting proposed boundary changes for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, except for Mud Key Wildlife Management Area, and to support fish feeding regulations and a ban on cruise ship discharge. The board also approved the September 8, 2022 meeting minutes and received and filed presentations on EV charging and the FKNMS Restoration Blueprint. The energy report was not received.

• Approved the September 8, 2022 meeting minutes.
• Approved writing a letter supporting proposed boundary changes for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, with the exception of Mud Key Wildlife Management Area, and including support for fish feeding regulations and a ban on cruise ship discharge.

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved three action items: a $21,781 contract amendment for holiday lighting displays with Brandano Displays, Inc.; a $98,040.64 stormwater management improvement contract at the Boat House at Turtle Kraals with American Empire Builders, Inc.; and a lease amendment reimbursing Boat House Key West, LLC $104,345 for repairs plus a $253,053 rent abatement. The board also rejected a proposed sale of Key West Sailing Adventures, Inc. to Richard C Welter II, instead approving the sale with no term charters permitted and no net financial loss. All other items were received and filed.

• Approved additional displays to Brandano Displays, Inc. Holiday Lighting Contract not to exceed $21,781 (Enactment No: KWB 22-10).
• Approved award for ITB #22-004 Stormwater Management Improvements at Boat House at Turtle Kraals to American Empire Builders, Inc. for $98,040.64 (Enactment No: KWB 22-11).
• Approved lease amendment for Boat House Key West, LLC reimbursing $104,345 for repairs and providing $253,053 rent abatement (Enactment No: KWB 22-12).
• Rejected sale of Key West Sailing Adventures, Inc. to Richard C Welter II; approved sale with no term charters and no net financial loss (Enactment No: KWB 22-13).
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022.
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Association presentation.
• Received and filed 907 Caroline (Piano Shop) BPAS Allocation discussion item.
• Received and filed reports from Schooner Western Union, Director, and Adept Marketing.

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved the purchase and installation of Astroturf artificial turf at the Clayton Sterling Complex for up to $2.3 million. The commission also adopted a beach wedding ordinance on second reading, waiving permit fees for local residents. Several items were postponed, including cruise ship fee adjustments and a zoning change for properties on Petronia and Whitehead Streets.

• Approved $2.3M artificial turf at Clayton Sterling Complex (unanimous)
• Adopted beach wedding ordinance on second reading, waiving permit fees for residents (unanimous)
• Approved temporary use agreement for Key West Bar Pilot mooring area (6-0)
• Approved artisan market license at Indigenous Park (6-0)
• Approved temporary use agreement for Mallory submerged lands (5-1)
• Postponed cruise ship fee adjustments to October 19, 2022
• Postponed easement for Marriott Beachside Hotel to November 1, 2022
• Postponed zoning and FLUM changes for 318-320 Petronia St and 802-806 Whitehead St to November 1, 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing a non-habitable structure to exceed maximum building height by four feet at 5501 College Road (Resolution 22-224). A request for a variance at 918 Fort Street for 126 affordable housing units was withdrawn. An appeal regarding a lawful unit determination for Hilton Haven Drive was postponed to November 15, 2022.

• Approved variance for height exception at 5501 College Road (6-0)
• Withdrawn variance request for 918 Fort Street affordable housing project
• Postponed reconsideration of Hilton Haven Drive appeal to November 15, 2022 (unanimous)

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission unanimously approved all six action items on the agenda, including five individual tree removal permits and two conceptual landscape plans. All removals require replacement with dicot or fruit trees from the approved list, with specific caliper inch requirements. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana tree at 1527 Flagler Ave, replaced with 18.4 caliper inches of approved trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Mahogany tree at 1721 Flagler Ave, replaced with 16 caliper inches of approved trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 3501 & 3509 Eagle Ave, replaced with 10.3 caliper inches of approved trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 3509 Eagle Ave, replaced with 11.6 caliper inches of approved trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 8 trees at 918 Fort St and Conceptual Landscape Plan for affordable housing complex, replaced with 20.2 caliper inches of approved trees (unanimous)
• Approved Conceptual Landscape Plan for Key West Wildlife Center at 1801 White St, including transplantation of palms and young trees (unanimous)
• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Urban Forestry Manager's Report

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on October 3, 2022, and received several informational presentations from city departments, including a financial report on the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and updates on the Douglass Gym expansion, a housing status update, and the Diesel Plant project. No substantive decisions or votes were taken; all items were received and filed or discussed only.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved September 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Finance Department presentation on CRA annual reports and audits
• Received and filed Douglass Gym Expansion update
• Received and filed 3.2 Status Update on housing
• Received and filed Diesel Plant status update
• Discussed funding opportunities (no action taken)

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board unanimously approved renewing the CRB Attorney Contract and the CRB Executive Director Contract for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The board also received and filed monthly Response To Resistance Reports (RRI) from April through August, with a request for additional information on one May report (RRI 22-2977). The meeting was procedural with no denied or tabled items.

• Approved CRB Attorney Contract renewal for FY 22-23 (unanimous)
• Approved CRB Executive Director Contract renewal for FY 22-23 (unanimous)
• Received and filed April RRI (unanimous)
• Received and filed May RRI except 22-2977 (unanimous); requested more info on 22-2977
• Received and filed June RRI (unanimous)
• Received and filed July RRI (unanimous)
• Received and filed August RRI (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission approved the final FY 2022-2023 budget of $255,850,729 and set the ad valorem tax millage rate at 2.0822 mills, which is 10% above the rolled-back rate. Both measures passed 5-1, with Commissioner Wardlow voting no and Vice Mayor Kaufman absent.

• Adopted final FY 2022-2023 budget of $255,850,729 (5-1)
• Set ad valorem tax millage rate at 2.0822 mills for FY 2022-2023 (5-1)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved a motion recommending the City Commission adopt an ordinance to prohibit smoking at all Key West-owned parks, recreation fields, and beaches. A separate motion to recommend establishing a written field space scheduling policy within 90 days failed on a 3-3 tie vote. The board also discussed Bayview Park public meetings, Clayton Sterling complex, Higgs Beach, the Hawk Missile Site, and board goals and objectives.

• Approved recommending City Commission adopt an ordinance banning smoking at all Key West-owned parks, recreation fields, and beaches (unanimous).
• Failed to recommend establishing a written field space scheduling policy within 90 days (3-3 tie vote).
• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous).
• Approved the August 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous).

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee received and filed three items without substantive decisions: a major development plan for 126 affordable housing units at 918 Fort Street, an after-the-fact easement for a deck and boat lift at 3838 Flagler Avenue, and a transfer of a transient unit license to 430 Fleming Street Unit 301. The agenda was amended to move items 3 and 4 to the top, and the minutes were corrected to reflect that Elizabeth Ignoffo said the 724 Truman Avenue design meets HARC guidelines. No votes were taken on the action items.

• Agenda amended to move items 3 and 4 to the top (passed)
• Minutes approved with correction to Elizabeth Ignoffo's comment on 724 Truman Avenue (passed)
• Major development plan and landscape waiver for 126 affordable housing units at 918 Fort Street received and filed
• After-the-fact easement for 3838 Flagler Avenue deck and boat lift received and filed
• Transfer of transient unit license from 529 Eaton Street to 430 Fleming Street Unit 301 received and filed

Advisory Screening Committee for a City Attorney

The minutes for the Key West Advisory Screening Committee for a City Attorney meeting on 2022-09-21 are not available. The record indicates it no longer exists or may have been deleted. No decisions, votes, or discussions can be reported.

City Commission

The Key West City Commission voted 7-0 to postpone indefinitely the first reading of a proposed ordinance that would have added new short-term rental regulations to the zoning code. The commission also approved several consent agenda items, including event permits and insurance contracts, and passed resolutions for stormwater improvement grants and a sewer rate adjustment. A major development plan for a floating seaweed barrier at 1405 Duval Street was approved with an amended condition.

• Postponed indefinitely short-term rental ordinance (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Fantasy Fest Royal Coronation Ball permit (Res 22-200)
• Approved Zombie Bicycle Ride event permit (Res 22-201)
• Approved Pet Masquerade event permit (Res 22-202)
• Approved $2,531,389 property and casualty insurance program (Res 22-207)
• Approved CDBG-MIT grant for Harris and 10th Streets stormwater project up to $1,376,270 (Res 22-209)
• Approved CDBG-MIT grant for Tide Valves project up to $3,099,159 (Res 22-210)
• Approved CDBG-MIT grant for Fogarty and 3rd Pump injection well project up to $6,336,165 (Res 22-211)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment unanimously postponed a decision on an appeal of a denied transient license renewal for a property at 715 Duval St. 2 until March 7, 2023. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed appeal of transient license renewal denial for 715 Duval St. 2 to March 7, 2023 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved several items including a zoning map amendment and future land use map amendment for 301 White Street to promote affordable housing, both passed unanimously. A variance for 700 Front Street to allow two residential units was granted with conditions. Two text amendments extending the Building Permit Allocation System were approved with an amendment reducing deed-restricted affordable units after 10 years from 100% to 75%.

• Approved zoning map amendment for 301 White Street from Public Service to High Density Residential for affordable housing (6-0)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for 301 White Street to High Density Residential (6-0)
• Granted variance at 700 Front Street for two residential units and parking deficit, subject to conditions (5-1)
• Approved text amendment extending Building Permit Allocation System award period, with amendment reducing affordable unit requirement after 10 years to 75% (6-0)
• Approved comprehensive plan text amendment for Building Permit Allocation System extension, with same 75% amendment (6-0)
• Postponed variance request at 703 Windsor Lane to October 20, 2022 (4-2)
• Approved text amendment replacing Water Supply Facilities Work Plan and updating comprehensive plan sections (6-0)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board postponed a decision on rejecting the sale of Key West Sailing Adventures, Inc. from Albert Tropea to Richard C. Welter II until October 12, 2022. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from August 10, 2022, and received several reports and presentations as filed.

• Postponed decision on rejecting sale of Key West Sailing Adventures to Richard C. Welter II to October 12, 2022
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Association presentation
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union sign proposal
• Received and filed Director's Report and attachments
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union Report
• Received and filed Adept Marketing Report

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved 11 of 12 tree removal requests, each requiring replacement planting, and approved two conceptual landscape plans for a high school and a jail generator building. One removal request at 197 Golf Club Drive was denied on a 5-1 vote. The commission also entered compliance settlement agreements for unauthorized tree work at two locations.

• Approved compliance settlement for unauthorized removal of 2 Jamaican Dogwood trees at Truesdale Court; respondent must plant 1 Gumbo Limbo and 1 Royal Poinciana (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 5 trees at 279 Golf Club Drive with 47.6 caliper inches replacement (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime at 710 Bakers Lane with 8.1 caliper inches replacement (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig at 2303 Seidenberg Avenue with 29.4 caliper inches replacement (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 2 trees at 1007 Thomas Street with 5.1 caliper inches replacement (unanimous)
• Denied removal of 1 Wild Tamarind at 197 Golf Club Drive (5-1)
• Approved conceptual landscape plan for high school at 724 Truman Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved compliance settlement for root damage to Mahogany tree at Southard & Whitehead; tree to be replaced with maintenance (unanimous)

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved four applications: demolition of a rear addition at 1235 Washington Street, renovations to Clinton Square including new pavement and furniture, and a new addition and partial demolition at 1101 Simonton Street. Four other items were postponed to later dates, including modifications at 411 Louisa Street and a new dwelling at 703 Windsor Lane. All votes were 5-0 with two commissioners absent.

• Approved demolition of rear addition at 1235 Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved renovations to Clinton Square including new pavement, benches, and furniture (5-0)
• Approved new addition over non-historic portion at 1101 Simonton Street (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition of second floor wall and rear stairs at 1101 Simonton Street (5-0)
• Postponed modifications to front, side, and rear walls at 411 Louisa Street to September 27, 2022
• Postponed demolition of non-historic roof overhangs at 411 Louisa Street to September 27, 2022
• Postponed replacement of metal roof at 1108 Fleming Street to September 27, 2022
• Postponed new one-story dwelling at 703 Windsor Lane to September 27, 2022

City Commission

The commission approved a final ad valorem tax millage rate of 2.0822 mills for FY 2022-2023, which is 10% above the rolled-back rate, and adopted a tentative budget of $255,850,729. Both measures passed 5-1, with Commissioner Wardlow voting no and Commissioner Lopez absent.

• Approved final ad valorem tax millage rate of 2.0822 mills for FY 2022-2023 (5-1)
• Adopted tentative FY 2022-2023 budget of $255,850,729 (5-1)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board held a joint workshop with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. They discussed respective board goals, mutual goals including signage, public art, and programming, and reviewed the Truman Waterfront Park Master Arts Plan. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 6:40 P.M.

• Approved agenda as presented unanimously
• Discussed respective board goals
• Discussed mutual goals: signage, public art, programming, online calendar
• Discussed Truman Waterfront Park Master Arts Plan

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board approved a letter with recommendations on waste-to-energy and gasification to send to the City Commission. The board also received and filed reports on marine debris, the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary restoration blueprint, airport expansion, energy, transportation, parking, and sustainability. A solar presentation and EV charging discussion were postponed to October 13, 2022.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved gasification recommendations letter to City Commission (unanimous)
• Received and filed Ocean Conservancy marine debris assessment
• Received and filed FKNMS Restoration Blueprint
• Received and filed Key West Airport Expansion report
• Received and filed energy, multimodal, parking, and sustainability reports

City Commission

The City Commission voted 6-1 to designate space at the Frederick Douglass Community Center for a Black Educators History Memorial/Museum, directing staff to advertise the space and accept proposals. A motion to postpone the item failed for lack of a second. The commission also approved a consent agenda including resolutions for a special event permit, a holiday parade, and multiple grant agreements.

• Approved designating space for a Black Educators History Memorial/Museum at the Frederick Douglass Community Center (Res 22-197, 6-1 vote).
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from July 25, July 27, and August 16, 2022 meetings.
• Appointed Kawana Staffney-Ashe to the Key West Civil Service Board (Res 22-186).
• Directed the City Manager to notify the Commission of state/federal violations and compliance progress (Res 22-187).
• Granted a special event permit for Clarence Higgs Memorial Beach on October 1, 2022 (Res 22-188).
• Authorized La Trattoria Venezia's 40th anniversary event on Appelrouth Lane on November 10, 2022 (Res 22-189).
• Approved a holiday parade on December 3, 2022 with street closures (Res 22-190).
• Authorized up to $160,382.37 for engineering design for pump station 'G' rehabilitation (Res 22-192).

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda, which included rejecting all bids for ITB #22-008 Margaret Street Fire Pump Building at the Key West Historic Seaport. The meeting was brief and procedural, lasting one minute.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for ITB #22-008 Margaret Street Fire Pump Building (included in consent agenda)

Board of Adjustment

The Key West Board of Adjustment met and unanimously approved the agenda and minutes from August 2, 2022. Two substantive appeals were postponed: one regarding a lawful unit determination for properties on Hilton Haven Drive was moved to October 6, 2022, and another concerning transient licenses at 902 Truman Avenue was postponed until March 2023. No final decisions were made on the appeals.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved August 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Resolution on Hilton Haven Drive appeal to October 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed Resolution on 902 Truman Avenue transient license appeal to March 2023 (unanimous)

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board found three contractors in violation of city code for performing work without permits. Southernmost Contracting and TUT Builders each received a letter of reprimand and a $100 administrative cost. Envy Pools was fined $250 plus $100 in costs.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Found Southernmost Contracting LLC in violation for unpermitted work at 2815 Flagler Ave.; letter of reprimand + $100 cost (5-0)
• Found TUT Builders LLC in violation for unpermitted excavation at 212 Angela St.; letter of reprimand + $100 cost (5-0)
• Found Envy Pools LLC in violation for unpermitted pool work at 3608 Sunrise Dr.; $250 fine + $100 cost (4-1)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on September 1, 2022, with five members present and one absent. The agenda was approved unanimously as amended, and the August 1, 2022 minutes were approved by unanimous vote. The committee discussed a draft letter to plaque/TIF fund recipients and its own roles and responsibilities, but no substantive decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved August 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Commission authorize staff to commence eminent domain proceedings for the privately held 'Admiral's Cut' parcel between Truman Waterfront Park and Mallory Square, with added language to first explore feasibility. The board also approved the agenda and July 28 minutes unanimously, and discussed the September meeting, Higgs Beach, and goals and objectives.

• Recommended eminent domain for Admiral's Cut parcel (6-0, PR 22-01)
• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved July 28, 2022 minutes unanimously

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate found LNSW LLC in violation for failing to clear debris and high weeds at 322 Amelia Street, imposing a $250 administrative cost and $250 per day until compliance by September 8, 2022. Several other cases were dismissed after owners came into compliance, and two cases were continued to September 29, 2022.

• Found LNSW LLC in violation for debris at 322 Amelia St, imposed $250 admin cost + $250/day until 9/8/2022
• Dismissed case against BLKW LLC for business tax receipt after compliance
• Dismissed case against Le Nghia H. and Le Trinh N. for business tax receipt after compliance
• Continued case against Roman Nedbal to 9/29/2022 for lack of service
• Dismissed case against Musmanno Victor H II Trust for business tax receipt after compliance
• Dismissed case against Laura A Hamrlicek for business tax receipt after compliance
• Dismissed case against John H & Michelle Anderson for business tax receipt after compliance
• Dismissed case against Lara L Fox for transient license after compliance

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved three lot splits and discussed several development plans. The most contested decision was a lot split at Fleming and Bahama Streets, approved 5-3 despite HARC and AIPP opposition citing historic character concerns. Two other lot splits (1235 Washington St. and 1617 White St./Sirugo Ave.) were approved unanimously. Major and minor development plans for 724 Truman Ave, 1801 White St, and 5501 College Road were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved lot split at 1235 Washington St. (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved lot split at 1617 White St./Sirugo Ave. (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved lot split at Fleming & Bahama St. (5-3, 1 abstention) over historic character objections
• Discussed but no vote on Major Development Plan for 724 Truman Ave high school conversion
• Discussed but no vote on Minor Development Plan for 1801 White St. modular clinic replacement
• Discussed but no vote on Major Development Plan for 5501 College Rd generator/storage building

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The August 23, 2022 meeting of the Historic Architectural Review Commission was cancelled because only three of seven commissioners were present, falling short of a quorum. No decisions, votes, or public hearings were held. All agenda items, including modifications at 411 Louisa Street and other properties, were not discussed or acted upon.

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a major development plan and conditional use for a floating barrier anchored to submerged land at 1405 Duval Street, with special emphasis on conditions #4 and #5 and an option to notify city management or code enforcement of complaints. A variance request for 703 Windsor Lane was postponed to September 15, 2022. A variance for 601 Truman Avenue was denied, but the item was postponed to November 17, 2022 along with related items #6 and #7. The board also received and filed the Building Permit Allocation System Annual Report.

• Approved major development plan and conditional use for floating barrier at 1405 Duval Street (5-0)
• Postponed variance request for 703 Windsor Lane to September 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Denied variance for 601 Truman Avenue (2-4)
• Postponed variance for 601 Truman Avenue to November 17, 2022 (6-0)
• Postponed major development plan, conditional use & landscape waiver for 601 Truman Avenue to November 17, 2022
• Postponed alcohol sales special exception for 601 Truman Avenue to November 17, 2022
• Postponed text amendment of the Comprehensive Plan to September 15, 2022
• Received and filed Building Permit Allocation System Annual Report

City Commission

The City Commission approved a $894,438 grant agreement for a comprehensive adaptation and resilience plan, adopted zoning amendments to clarify variance rules and impervious surface requirements, and allocated building permit units for workforce housing at 241 and 240 Trumbo Road. Two ordinances on short-term rentals and police/firefighter pension supplements were postponed to September 20, 2022. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved $894,438 CDBG-MIT grant for resilience plan (7-0)
• Adopted zoning text amendments clarifying variances and impervious surfaces (7-0)
• Allocated building permit units for workforce housing at 241 & 240 Trumbo Road (7-0)
• Postponed short-term rental ordinance to September 20, 2022
• Postponed police/firefighter pension supplement ordinance to September 20, 2022
• Approved consent order with FDEP for wastewater treatment plant violations (7-0)
• Approved lease renewal for 2 Duval Street with GRM Enterprises (7-0)
• Authorized Marriott Beachside Hotel to apply for easement at Dinghy Beach (7-0)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved a consent agenda that included an emergency change order and budget transfer of $950,000 from the Key West Bight Reserves Account to the Key West Bight Fuel Account for resale fuel supplies. The resolution (Res 22-185) passed unanimously. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022
• Approved $950,000 budget transfer for fuel supplies (Res 22-185, unanimous)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The board unanimously approved the sale of AWS Charters from owner Anthony Skinner to Eric Evans via Resolution 22-07. They also approved the 2022-2023 Key West Historic Seaport budget with amendments, rejected bids for a fire pump building project, and postponed a pedestrian promenade pilot program to September 14, 2022.

• Approved sale of AWS Charters to Eric Evans (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 Key West Historic Seaport budget with amendments (5-0)
• Rejected bids for ITB #22-008 Margaret Street Fire Pump Building (5-0)
• Postponed Lazy Way Lane Pedestrian Promenade Pilot Program to September 14, 2022 (5-0)

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved the removal of six trees at various addresses, each with replacement planting requirements, denied two removals due to unique specimen status, and tabled one request before denying it. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Cullen absent.

• Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig at 2101 Harris Ave with 16.8 caliper inches replacement (6-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo and 1 Verawood at 2904 Harris Ave with 21.8 caliper inches replacement (6-0)
• Approved landscape plan and transplant of 96 trees at 2720 N. Roosevelt Blvd (6-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime at 610 Petronia St with 10.7 caliper inches replacement (6-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 1511 South St with 11.3 caliper inches replacement (6-0)
• Denied removal of Mango Tree #2, approved removal of Mango Tree #1 at 1235 Washington St with 5.9 caliper inches replacement (6-0)
• Denied removal of Yellow Poinciana at 314 Margaret St due to unique specimen status (6-0)
• Approved use of tree fund money to purchase street trees from Just Keys Trees, Inc. (6-0)

City Commission

The City Commission unanimously approved a major development plan for a 24-unit affordable housing project and a small nonresidential structure at 255 Trumbo Road. The consent agenda passed unanimously, including appointments, event permits, tax agreements, school safety officer contracts, and various purchases. Two ordinances were adopted: one creating a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, another requiring written notice for residential tenancies. Two other ordinances were postponed.

• Approved major development plan for 24-unit affordable housing at 255 Trumbo Road (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance creating Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance requiring written notice for residential tenancies (unanimous)
• Postponed beach wedding ceremony regulations to September 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed zoning definition amendments to August 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments, event permits, tax agreements, school safety officer contract, and purchases (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment postponed two appeals to September 7, 2022. The first involves a court-remanded appeal by Brugman Holdings regarding a lawful unit determination at Hilton Haven Drive. The second concerns an appeal by CRH-YLM 900, LLC over denied transient licenses at 902 Truman Avenue; motions to grant or deny failed, and the board voted unanimously to postpone.

• Postponed Hilton Haven Drive appeal to September 7, 2022
• Postponed 902 Truman Avenue transient license appeal to September 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Motion to grant Truman Avenue appeal failed for lack of second
• Motion to deny Truman Avenue appeal failed for lack of second
• Approved June 21, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved a consent agenda that included a resolution authorizing Task Order #10 under the CRA's Construction Services Agreement with Sea Tech of the Florida Keys, Inc. for Key West Bight Ferry Terminal Building Improvements, not to exceed $183,528. The motion to approve the consent agenda was carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 (consent agenda)
• Approved Task Order #10 with Sea Tech of the Florida Keys, Inc. for $183,528 for Key West Bight Ferry Terminal Building Improvements (Res 22-172, unanimous)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on August 1, 2022, and unanimously approved the agenda as amended and the July 7, 2022 minutes. A presentation on 3.2 Housing was given by Scott Pridgen, Executive Director of AH of Monroe County, and a plaque update was discussed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved a lot split for properties at 1617 White St. and Sirugo Ave., allowing a boundary line adjustment in the Single Family zoning district. Staff noted that prior to final plat acceptance, the new lot depth and rear setback must be determined and recorded, and any new development must be coordinated with the Utilities Department. The approval was unanimous with 6 yes votes and 8 absent members.

• Approved lot split at 1617 White St. and Sirugo Ave. (6-0, 8 absent)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the May 26, 2022 minutes unanimously and received a presentation on Clinton Square. Several items were discussed, including new board members, a joint workshop, Higgs Beach, the quarterly budget, and a new ordinance to codify the board. The beautification of the triangle item was postponed to August 25, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 26, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Clinton Square presentation
• Postponed beautification of the triangle to August 25, 2022

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on July 28, 2022, addressed 27 cases, issuing fines for violations, granting continuances, and dismissing cases that came into compliance. Notable actions included a $250 administrative cost and $250 per day fine for a building permit violation, a $500 repeat offense fine for debris, and a $250 per day fine for a revocable license violation. Several cases were continued to later dates, and multiple cases were dismissed after compliance was achieved.

• Continued Home Depot stormwater/debris case to Sept 29, 2022
• Continued John Lindle building permit case to Sept 29, 2022
• Continued Gregory Farrelly case to Sept 29, 2022
• Found Jean Metellus in violation, imposed $250 admin cost + $250/day fine
• Found Martin Romero in violation, imposed $250 admin cost, no fines
• Found Gloria Bradford in violation, imposed $500 one-time fine
• Dismissed John Hadfield case after compliance
• Imposed $250 admin cost + $250/day fine on Crocs Retail LLC

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved the demolition of a dilapidated accessory structure at 205 Julia Street, postponed renovations to Clinton Square to September 27, 2022, and approved several other renovation and demolition applications. A motion to reconsider the Clinton Square postponement failed.

• Approved demolition of accessory structure at 205 Julia St (unanimous)
• Postponed Clinton Square renovations to Sept 27, 2022 (5-1)
• Approved new pool and pool deck at 1202 Royal St (6-0)
• Approved demolition of portions of accessory structure and shed at 1202 Royal St (6-0)
• Approved restoration and new covered rear porch at 220 Eanes Ln (6-0)
• Approved demolition of non-historic shed at 220 Eanes Ln (6-0)
• Postponed modifications and demolition at 411 Louisa St to Aug 23, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved renovations at 1235 Washington St with condition to reduce accessory structure height by 1 ft (6-0)

City Commission

The City Commission held a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2022/2023 and set the tentative millage rate at 2.1360. The item was received and filed. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Set tentative millage rate at 2.1360 for FY 2022/23
• Approved agenda unanimously

City Commission

The City Commission convened a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2022/2023. The agenda was approved unanimously, and the budget presentation was received and filed. No substantive decisions or votes were taken during the workshop.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Received and filed FY 2022/2023 budget workshop presentation

City Commission

The City Commission approved two resolutions for 541 White Street: an amendment to a development agreement and a major modification to the development plan with a landscape waiver, both to construct 48 affordable workforce housing units in the Historic Special Medium Density Residential zoning district. Both resolutions passed 6-1, with Vice Mayor Kaufman voting no. The meeting was a special session that recessed on July 19 and reconvened on July 22, 2022.

• Approved amendment to development agreement for 48 affordable workforce housing units at 541 White Street (Res 22-159, 6-1)
• Approved major modification of development plan and landscape waiver for 541 White Street (Res 22-160, 6-1)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a conditional use for small events at 529 Eaton Street, with conditions 2, 6, and 7 struck, a non-transferable license, and capacity per fire code. It also approved a walk-up frozen drink bar at 431 Front Street and a transient unit license transfer to 514 Louisa Street. Three items for 601 Truman Avenue were postponed to August 18, 2022.

• Approved conditional use for small events at 529 Eaton Street (5-0, PB 22-39)
• Approved conditional use for walk-up frozen drink bar at 431 Front Street (5-0, PB 22-40)
• Approved transient unit license transfer to 514 Louisa Street with condition (5-0, PB 22-41)
• Postponed variance, major development plan, and alcohol sales exception for 601 Truman Avenue to August 18, 2022

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board held a workshop and discussed the design concept for 631 Greene Street, which includes the Ice House, Reef Relief, parking lots, and Fish House. No formal decisions were made; the item was only discussed. The agenda was unanimously approved, and the meeting adjourned at 5:26 P.M.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Discussed design concept for 631 Greene Street (no action taken)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board unanimously approved its agenda as presented. The June 9, 2022 minutes were postponed, and the item to change or cancel the August 11 meeting was withdrawn. All other items were discussion-only, with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of June 9, 2022 minutes
• Withdrew item to change or cancel August 11, 2022 meeting

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a resolution renewing the Sovereignty Submerged Lands Lease between the State of Florida and the City of Key West for submerged lands in the Key West Bight. The motion passed 5-0, with two members absent. The board also approved the June 8, 2022 minutes and received several reports as filed.

• Approved renewal of Sovereignty Submerged Lands Lease (SSL) for Key West Bight (5-0)
• Approved June 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Society presentation
• Received and filed Director's Report
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union Report
• Received and filed Adept Marketing Report

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved all 12 tree removal requests on the agenda, each conditioned on planting replacement trees of specified caliper inches from the approved list. It also approved a compliance settlement for improper tree trimming at 1310 Flagler Avenue. All votes were unanimous among the four commissioners present, with three absent.

• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 400 Aronovitz Ln, replace with 17 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved donation of 1 Royal Poinciana at 1314 Petronia St instead of on-site planting (4-0)
• Approved removal of 2 Royal Poinciana at Clinton Square Park, replace with 21.3 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Mahogany at 811 Truman Ave, replace with 13.3 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 1200 Margaret St, replace with 12.8 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Cherry at 1207 Pine St, replace with 14.4 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 3 Royal Poinciana at 1418 Von Phister St, replace with 16.6 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Sea Grape at 1 Duval St, replace with 12.6 caliper inches (4-0)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on July 7, 2022, and unanimously approved the agenda as amended and the June 2, 2022 minutes. The committee discussed an engineering update for the Frederick Douglass Community Center and MLK Pool, and received a 3.2 update as a discussion item. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission adopted an ordinance amending land development regulations to further incentivize construction of accessory units, passing 5-2. The commission also approved a major development plan for an auto dealership with two affordable housing units at 1618 N. Roosevelt Boulevard, and passed a resolution establishing a Fantasy Zone for Fantasy Fest 2022 with amended boundaries. Several other items were postponed or withdrawn, including the short-term rental ordinance and a body painting ordinance.

• Adopted accessory unit incentive ordinance (5-2)
• Approved major development plan for auto dealership with affordable housing at 1618 N. Roosevelt Blvd (7-0)
• Established Fantasy Zone for Fantasy Fest 2022 with amended boundaries (6-1)
• Approved interlocal agreement for LiDar services up to $278,109 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fuel contract assignment and HOPWA grant application (7-0)
• Postponed short-term rental ordinance to August 16, 2022
• Postponed local option gas tax sharing agreement to August 2, 2022
• Withdrawn ordinance to remove body painting exceptions during Fantasy Fest

Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority

The Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority approved two resolutions related to affordable housing on the Truman Waterfront property. The first approved a first amendment to a ground lease with Bahama Village Community LTD. for affordable housing rentals. The second approved a 99-year lease with Bahama Village on Fort, LTD. for affordable housing sales, with a 6-1 vote. Both resolutions passed, and the meeting adjourned at 8:54 P.M.

• Approved first amendment to ground lease with Bahama Village Community LTD. for affordable housing rentals (7-0)
• Approved 99-year lease with Bahama Village on Fort, LTD. for affordable housing sales (6-1)

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved a major development plan for a new two-story concrete structure with 24 units and a one-story nonresidential structure at 255 Trumbo Road, with a condition to work with staff on louvers and fencing design. The commission also approved numerous renovation, demolition, and new construction projects across Key West, including a new two-story residence at 218 Simonton Street and a duplex conversion at 1319 Elizabeth Street. All votes were 5-0 with two commissioners absent. The commission selected Commissioner Burkee as Chairman and Commissioner Oropeza as Vice Chairman.

• Approved major development plan at 255 Trumbo Road (5-0, with condition on louvers/fencing)
• Approved porch enclosure and window/door installation at 418 United Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of partial porch enclosure at 418 United Street (5-0)
• Approved new two-story residence at 218 Simonton Street (5-0)
• Approved renovations and rear addition at 316 Southard Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of rear additions and carport at 316 Southard Street (5-0)
• Approved renovations at 1103 Watson Street subject to easement approval (5-0)
• Approved demolition of non-historic sheds at 1103 Watson Street (5-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board met and approved its agenda and May minutes unanimously. The board discussed the need for timely production of Key West Police Department RRI Reports and decided to notify the department of the issue. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed timely production of police RRI reports; department to be notified

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. Four members were present and two were absent, but the meeting could not proceed. No decisions were made.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved the agenda and minutes from prior meetings. Two action items were discussed: a lot split at 1235 Washington St. and easement agreements for encroachments at 1500/1502 Vernon Ave. No formal votes were recorded for these items in the minutes.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes from 4.28.22
• Approved minutes from 5.26.22
• Discussed lot split at 1235 Washington St. (no vote recorded)
• Discussed easement for wall and slab at 1500/1502 Vernon Ave. (no vote recorded)

City Commission

The City Commission unanimously approved a $1,094,457.85 contract with Charley Toppino & Sons, Inc. for Southard Street milling and resurfacing. They also approved a three-year agreement with the Key West Tourist Development Association for Fantasy Fest events, with added language referencing Section 42-9 of the City Code. An ordinance to require written notice for residential tenancies passed first reading, and an accessory unit ordinance was postponed to July 6, 2022.

• Approved $1,094,457.85 Southard Street milling/resurfacing bid (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Fantasy Fest agreement with TDA (5-1, Mayor Johnston no)
• Passed first reading of residential tenancy notice ordinance (6-0)
• Postponed accessory unit ordinance to July 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including special event permit, donations, ambulance purchase, transit software, and grant agreements (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from May 3 and June 7, 2022. A resolution regarding an appeal by Attorney Wayne LaRue Smith on behalf of Brugman Holdings, LLC concerning a lawful unit determination for 9-D, 10-B2, 10-C Hilton Haven Drive was postponed to August 2, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved May 3, 2022 minutes
• Approved June 7, 2022 minutes
• Postponed Hilton Haven Drive appeal to August 2, 2022

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved two leases: one with Red Hospitality & Leisure of Key West LLC for premises at 255 Margaret, and another with Renata Lavenir D/B/A Conch Electric Cars of Key West for premises at the Ferry Terminal. Both resolutions passed unanimously, authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.

• Approved lease with Red Hospitality & Leisure of Key West LLC for 255 Margaret (unanimous, Res 22-148)
• Approved lease with Renata Lavenir D/B/A Conch Electric Cars for Ferry Terminal (unanimous, Res 22-149)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a text amendment to the City Code creating a new Division 15 on short-term rentals, with an amendment changing 'size' to 'square footage' in Section 5(b). The board also granted variances for properties at 1202 Royal Street, 1212 Von Phister Street, and 2812 Staples Avenue, and denied variances for 1010-1012 Olivia Street and 411 Louisa Street. Items for 529 Eaton Street and 601 Truman Avenue were postponed to July 21, 2022.

• Approved short-term rental ordinance text amendment (6-0)
• Granted variance at 1202 Royal Street (6-0)
• Granted variance at 1212 Von Phister Street (6-0)
• Granted variance at 2812 Staples Avenue (6-0)
• Denied variance at 1010-1012 Olivia Street (3-3)
• Denied variance at 411 Louisa Street (0-6)
• Postponed conditional use at 529 Eaton Street to July 21, 2022
• Postponed 601 Truman Avenue items to July 21, 2022

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved several tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement trees of specified caliper inches from the approved list. The commission also approved the final landscape plan for Keys Auto Center and reinstated Chairman McRAE and Vice Chair Pope. One item was postponed to July 12, 2022.

• Approved removal of 1 Mahogany tree at 46 Spoonbill Way with 13.4 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved final landscape plan for 1618 N. Roosevelt Blvd (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Sea Grape tree at 3628 Duck Avenue with 30.7 caliper inches replacement, conditional on survey or neighbor letter (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime tree at 316 Southard Street with 10 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime tree at 824 Duval Street with 12 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime tree at 1037 Catherine Street with 19 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Sea Grape tree at 1610 Von Phister Street with 36.6 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Bulnesia tree at 709 Galveston Lane with 9.9 caliper inches replacement (4-0)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. It unanimously approved the agenda and the May 12, 2022 minutes. Presentations on the TSKW 1% Public Art Project, Douglass Community Center Expansion, and a site plan for 1316 Royal Street were received and filed. The board discussed a revised timeline for the Major Development Plan Review process.

• Approved meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved May 12, 2022 minutes unanimously
• Received and filed TSKW 1% Public Art Project update
• Received and filed Douglass Community Center Expansion update
• Received and filed 1316 Royal Street alternate site plan review
• Discussed revised AIPP timeline for Major Development Plan Review

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board unanimously approved its agenda and the May 12, 2022 minutes. All discussion items—an unsolicited gasification proposal, a solar proposal, and an EV charging bid—were received and filed without action. Several staff reports were also received and filed. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed unsolicited gasification proposal
• Received and filed unsolicited solar proposal for City Hall and police station
• Received and filed unsolicited EV charging bid
• Received and filed energy, multimodal, and sustainability reports

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a lease renewal for RED Hospitality & Leisure of Key West LLC at 255 Margaret Street (Resolution 22-04) and approved Task Order #10 for Key West Bight Ferry Terminal Building Improvements to Sea Tech of the Florida Keys, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $183,528 (Resolution 22-05). Both motions passed 6-0 with one absence. The board also received and filed reports from the Key West Bight Preservation Society, the director, Schooner Western Union, and Adept Marketing.

• Approved lease renewal for RED Hospitality & Leisure of Key West LLC at 255 Margaret Street (6-0, Resolution 22-04)
• Approved Task Order #10 for Key West Bight Ferry Terminal Building Improvements to Sea Tech of the Florida Keys, Inc., not to exceed $183,528 (6-0, Resolution 22-05)
• Approved May 11, 2022 minutes unanimously
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Society presentation
• Received and filed Director's Report with port and marine project status
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union report
• Received and filed Adept Marketing report

City Commission

The Key West City Commission passed a resolution demanding the U.S. Congress and Florida Legislature enact gun legislation, including mandatory background checks and training, removing high-capacity magazines and assault-style weapons, and making gun trafficking a federal crime. The vote was 6-1, with Commissioner Wardlow dissenting. The commission also approved several consent agenda items, including a Mermaid Festival event, a Seafood Lobster Festival, and the purchase of two Ford F-150s for the fire department.

• Passed resolution demanding gun legislation (6-1)
• Approved Mermaid Festival event and street closure (Res 22-124)
• Approved Seafood Lobster Festival with Duval Street closures (Res 22-125)
• Reappointed Richard Haskins to Citizens Review Board (Res 22-126)
• Rejected all proposals for Fleming Channel utility installation, directed re-bid (Res 22-127)
• Approved MOU with Monroe County School District for fire training (Res 22-128)
• Approved $94,668.88 purchase of two Ford F-150s for fire department (Res 22-131)
• Approved three boat lift easements on Sunrise Canal (Res 22-132, 22-133, 22-134)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the agenda and the February 1, 2022 minutes. The only substantive item, a resolution to reconsider an appeal by Attorney Wayne LaRue Smith on behalf of Brugman Holdings, LLC regarding a lawful unit determination for 9-D, 10-B2, 10-C Hilton Haven Drive, was postponed to June 21, 2022. No other decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Hilton Haven Drive appeal resolution to June 21, 2022 (unanimous)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda, which included three resolutions: cancelling a contract with One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc., approving a task order for architectural services not to exceed $73,950, and assigning a water testing services agreement to Eurofins. A lease with Renata Lavenir D/B/A Conch Electric Cars of Key West for Ferry Terminal premises was postponed to June 21, 2022, by a 6-1 vote.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously
• Cancelled contract with One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. (Res 22-135)
• Approved Task Order 2022-01 for Key West Bight Plaza Design, up to $73,950 (Res 22-136)
• Assigned water testing services agreement to Eurofins Environment Testing Southeast, LLC (Res 22-137)
• Postponed Conch Electric Cars lease to June 21, 2022 (6-1)

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees Pension Board unanimously approved the March 11, 2022 minutes and postponed decisions on the General Employees Summary Plan and Policies & Procedures Plan. The board also approved four members attending the Florida Public Pension School in October 2022, and received several reports as filed.

• Approved March 11, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed General Employees Summary Plan (unanimous)
• Postponed Policies & Procedures Plan (unanimous)
• Approved attendance at FPPTA October Trustee School for Bervaldi, Budde, Gibson, Smith (unanimous)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on June 2, 2022, with five members present and two absent. The agenda and the May 2, 2022 minutes were each approved unanimously. The committee discussed the District VI Clean Up, Diesel Plant Update, CHI Update, and Plaque Update, but did not discuss the 3.2 Update. No substantive decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board found violations against Envy Pools, LLC and Pool Tech of Miami, Inc. for performing work without permits, imposing $250 fines plus $100 administrative costs in each case. The board also approved the agenda and the April 6, 2022 minutes unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 6, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Found violation against Envy Pools, LLC for unpermitted pool work at 1503 South St.; fined $250 plus $100 court cost (4-0, 3 absent)
• Found violation against Pool Tech of Miami, Inc. for unpermitted pool resurfacing at 3735 Paula Ave.; fined $250 plus $100 court cost (4-0, 3 absent)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board met on May 26, 2022, and approved the agenda and the April 28, 2022 minutes unanimously. All discussion items—potential dedicated revenue/fees, the Comprehensive Plan, soccer goals, and shade structures—were received and filed with no formal action taken. No substantive decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 28, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate denied Eileen Luongo's request to mitigate a $18,352.69 fine for repeat short-term rental violations, and reduced another fine by 50% with a suspended portion. Several other cases were dismissed for compliance, continued, or granted findings of violation.

• Denied mitigation of $18,352.69 fine for repeat short-term rental violations (Case 22-400)
• Reduced fine 50% from $8,500 to $4,250, suspending $4,250 if no future violations (Case 22-612)
• Granted 90% fine reduction from $7,000 to $700 for building permit violation (Case 22-325)
• Dismissed business tax receipt case for compliance (Case 22-570)
• Dismissed business tax receipt case for compliance (Case 22-699)
• Dismissed obstruction case to re-file against new owner (Case 21-391)
• Granted finding of violation with $250/day fine if not compliant by May 31, 2022 (Case 22-728)
• Granted finding of violation with compliance date June 30 for tree planting (Case 21-1562)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and, after approving an agenda change to postpone minutes approval, received and filed all five action items without discussion or vote. Items included a transient unit license transfer, a conditional use for a frozen drink bar, a minor modification for phased construction, and a major development plan for a 71-unit shelter. No substantive decisions were made; all items were received and filed.

• Received and filed transient unit license transfer to 514 Louisa Street
• Received and filed conditional use for walk-up frozen drink bar at 431 Front Street
• Received and filed minor modification for phased construction at 1319 William Street & 1316 Royal Street
• Received and filed major development plan for 71-unit shelter at 3401 Duck Avenue
• Postponed approval of minutes to June 23, 2022 meeting

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved several applications for demolition, renovation, and new construction on historic properties, including partial demolition at 6 Fletchers Lane and full demolition at 322 Truman Avenue. Two applications for 418 United Street were postponed to June 28, 2022, and one after-the-fact renovation at 627 Caroline Street was postponed. All other items were approved, mostly unanimously, with one abstention on two demolition items.

• Approved partial demolition of rear historic sawtooth roof at 6 Fletchers Lane (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved demolition of non-contributing building at 322-324 Truman Avenue (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Postponed porch enclosure and window/door installation at 418 United Street to June 28, 2022 (7-0)
• Postponed demolition of partial porch enclosure at 418 United Street to June 28, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved renovation, rear addition, pool and deck at 1209 Royal Street (7-0)
• Approved demolition of shed, concrete stoops, and walls at 1209 Royal Street (7-0)
• Postponed after-the-fact renovations at 627 Caroline Street
• Approved new one-story accessory structure at 715 Frances Street (7-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board approved its agenda and April minutes, then voted unanimously to resolve Complaint 22-001 filed by Matthew Davey as unfounded. The board also received and filed the February and March RRI reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April minutes (unanimous)
• Resolved Davey Complaint 22-001 as unfounded (unanimous)
• Received and filed February and March RRI reports (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a major development plan for 24 affordable housing units at 255 Trumbo Road, subject to staff conditions with Condition #3 removed. The board also approved Year 9 Building Permit Allocation System awards, adding one market-rate unit each for 1905 Staples Avenue and 1110 Truman Avenue. Several variances and development plans were approved, and a text amendment to the zoning code was recommended.

• Approved Major Development Plan for 24 affordable housing units at 255 Trumbo Road (4-0)
• Approved Year 9 BPAS awards with amendment adding market-rate units at 1905 Staples Ave and 1110 Truman Ave (4-0)
• Granted variance at 532 Margaret Street (4-0)
• Approved Minor Development Proposal at 2224 Roosevelt Blvd (4-0)
• Granted variance at 1618 N. Roosevelt Blvd (4-0)
• Approved Major Development Plan and landscape waiver at 1618 N. Roosevelt Blvd (4-0)
• Approved text amendment to variance definition with 10% threshold change (4-0)
• Postponed variances at 1010-1012 Olivia St and 1202 Royal St to June 16, 2022

City Commission

The Key West City Commission adopted several charter amendments, including one allowing annexation via supermajority vote for a specific public purpose (6-1), adding gender identity/expression, irreligion, and immigration status to the Equality of Rights section (unanimous), and adding a one-year residency requirement for mayor or commissioner candidates (unanimous). It also denied a proposal to eliminate the Civil Service Board (6-1) and passed first readings for workforce housing allocations at Trumbo Road and accessory unit incentives.

• Adopted charter amendment for annexation via supermajority vote (6-1)
• Adopted charter amendment adding gender identity/expression, irreligion, immigration status to Equality of Rights (unanimous)
• Adopted charter amendment requiring one-year residency for mayor/commissioner candidates (unanimous)
• Denied ordinance to eliminate Civil Service Board (6-1)
• Passed first reading for workforce housing allocations at 241 and 240 Trumbo Road (unanimous)
• Passed first reading to incentivize accessory units (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including Rotary Club July 4th event, Duval Street street fair, Headress Ball, EMS billing extension, water testing assignment, and various contracts (unanimous)
• Postponed task order for waste-to-energy plant feasibility study

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved a contract amendment with K2M Design, Inc. for additional design tasks for the Frederick Douglass Gym Extension Project, in an amount not to exceed $199,259.50. The resolution also ratified prior contract amendments and authorized the City Manager to execute documents. The vote was unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 22-123: Contract Amendment Number Three with K2M Design, Inc. for Frederick Douglass Gym design, not to exceed $199,259.50 (unanimous)
• Ratified original contract (Resolution 19-224) and prior amendments (Resolutions 20-028, 20-160)
• Authorized City Manager to execute documents and budget amendments/transfers

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. The agenda and April 14, 2022 minutes were unanimously approved. Discussion items included potential signage for the 1400 Duval Pocket Park, a conference report, current financials, and project timelines. Reports from the chair and administrator were received and filed.

• Approved meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved April 14, 2022 minutes unanimously

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board meeting was largely procedural. Members unanimously approved the agenda and the March 10, 2022 minutes. Several informational presentations and reports were received and filed, including the introduction of the new Solid Waste Coordinator and the Annual Multimodal Report. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed introduction of new Solid Waste Coordinator Jamie Stafford
• Received and filed Annual Multimodal Report 2022
• Received and filed Team BLU presentation from Key West High School
• Received and filed Sponge Restoration presentation
• Received and filed Sustainability Report for May 2022
• Received and filed Energy Coordinator Report and Multimodal Report

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved two resolutions: a lease between the CRA and Renata Lavenir D/B/A Conch Electric Cars of Key West for premises at the Ferry Terminal, and a task order to William P Horn Architect, PA for $73,950 for final design revisions, bidding, and construction phase services for the Common Area Phase III project. Both passed 5-0 with two members absent. A design concept for 631 Greene Street was withdrawn after discussion.

• Approved lease between CRA and Renata Lavenir D/B/A Conch Electric Cars for Ferry Terminal premises (5-0)
• Approved $73,950 task order to William P Horn Architect, PA for Common Area Phase III design services (5-0)
• Withdrew design concept approval for 631 Greene Street after motion was withdrawn

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved most requested tree removals with replacement requirements, denied removal of several trees deemed significant or publicly visible, and took enforcement actions including fines and settlement agreements. Notable decisions included approving removal of a Gumbo Limbo tree at 1409 Albury Street with a $3,000 fine for tree abuse and lack of permit, and denying removal of a Woman's Tongue tree at 1004 Seminary Street and a Spanish Lime at 1328 Duncan Street. The commission also approved using $5,900 in tree fund money to plant Coconut Palms on North Roosevelt Boulevard.

• Approved removal of Calophyllum tree at 715 William St with replacement (7-0)
• Denied removal of Mango tree at 715 William St (7-0)
• Approved removal of Gumbo Limbo tree at 1409 Albury St with $3,000 fine (7-0)
• Approved conceptual landscape plan at 601 Truman/919 Simonton with $2,820 mitigation fee (7-0)
• Denied removal of Pitch Apple tree at 516 William St (3-4)
• Denied removal of Woman's Tongue tree at 1004 Seminary St (7-0)
• Approved $5,900 tree fund expenditure for Coconut Palms on N. Roosevelt Blvd (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreement for illegal Lignum Vitae removal at 1423 Rose St (7-0)

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a major development plan, conditional use, and landscape waiver for a new 20,948-square-foot overnight homeless shelter at 5537 College Road (7-0). The commission also adopted several ordinances, including one to place a referendum on the August 23, 2022 ballot for a 99-year lease of city property at 5210 College Road for a botanical garden. Other actions included approving a consent agenda with numerous contracts and permits, and passing ordinances on gender-neutral charter language, building permit allocation, and historic preservation guidelines.

• Approved homeless shelter development at 5537 College Road (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance to call referendum for 99-year lease at 5210 College Road for botanical garden (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 17 items including Pride Street Fair and Parade permits (unanimous)
• Adopted amended City Commission rules allowing meeting extension by majority vote (6-1)
• Named 'Ramos-Lopez Pedestrian Park and Sculpture Garden' in 1400 block of Duval Street (6-1)
• Approved $121,238 design services for Bayview Park (unanimous)
• Authorized release of lien at 1205 11th Street upon $100,000 payment (7-0)
• Passed ordinance on gender-neutral charter references to second reading (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Key West Board of Adjustment met on May 3, 2022, and approved the agenda and minutes from February 15, 2022, unanimously. The only substantive item, an appeal regarding a lawful unit determination for properties at Hilton Haven Drive, was postponed to June 7, 2022, by unanimous vote. No other decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed appeal on Hilton Haven Drive lawful unit determination to June 7, 2022 (unanimous)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on May 2, 2022, with five members present and two absent. The agenda was approved unanimously as amended, and the minutes from the April 4, 2022 meeting were approved by unanimous vote. The committee received and filed an update on the Community Housing and Development Manager, and heard a presentation on the Fredrick Douglass Gym update. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved April 4, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed update on Community Housing and Development Manager

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the placement of a statue in Grinnell Street Pocket Park, as recommended by the Art in Public Places Program. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 24, 2022. A discussion on potential parks and recreation dedicated revenue/fee ideas was postponed to May 26, 2022.

• Approved statue placement in Grinnell Street Pocket Park (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 24, 2022 (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on April 28, 2022, addressed 37 cases involving noise, building permits, business tax receipts, and short-term rental violations. The Special Magistrate issued findings of violation with fines and compliance deadlines for several properties, including a $9,128.09 settlement for unlicensed short-term rentals. Many cases were dismissed after property owners came into compliance, and several others were continued to future hearings.

• Found violation for excessive noise at 311 Elizabeth St., fined $250 admin + $250 one-time (Case 22-690)
• Found violation for unpermitted work at 1701 Jamaica Dr., fines to continue until compliance (Case 22-325)
• Found violation for unlicensed short-term rentals at 1114 Elgin Ln., fined $250 admin + $250 per count for 33 counts (Case 22-612)
• Executed settlement agreement for unlicensed short-term rentals at 916 Seminary St., total $9,128.09 (Case 22-344)
• Found violation for operating without business tax receipt at 517 Fleming St., fined $250 admin + $250/day until compliance by May 2 (Case 22-661)
• Found violation for delinquent business tax receipt at 1300 15th Ct Lot 43, fined $250 admin + $108 renewal + $27 delinquent + $250 penalty (Case 22-200)
• Found violation for delinquent business tax receipt at 118 4th St., fined $250 admin + $108 renewal + $27 delinquent + $250 penalty (Case 22-215)
• Dismissed 20 cases where respondents came into compliance before the hearing

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved a conditional use permit for 529 Eaton Street to allow cultural and civic activities, including small events and gatherings, in the HNC-1 zoning district. The committee also approved three easement requests for boat lifts on city property along Sunrise Canal. The agenda and February 24, 2022 minutes were approved on the consent agenda.

• Approved conditional use for 529 Eaton Street for cultural/civic activities
• Approved easement for boat lift at 0 Go Lane (approx. 165 sq ft)
• Approved easement for boat lift at 2 Go Lane (approx. 165 sq ft)
• Approved easement for boat lift at 3726 Sunrise Lane (approx. 210 sq ft)
• Approved agenda on consent agenda
• Approved February 24, 2022 minutes on consent agenda

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved all applications on the agenda, including new construction, renovations, and demolitions at several historic properties. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with one commissioner absent. The commission also received and filed the inspector's report.

• Approved new one-story accessory structure at 719 Fleming Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition of non-historic accessory structure at 719 Fleming Street (6-0)
• Approved raising rear historic portion of sawtooth at 6 Fletchers Lane (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition of rear historic sawtooth roof at 6 Fletchers Lane (6-0)
• Approved renovations and new construction at 322-324 Truman Avenue (6-0)
• Approved demolition of non-contributing building at 322 Truman Avenue (6-0)
• Approved renovations and new construction at 1106 Petronia Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition of rear/side additions and accessory structure at 1106 Petronia Street (6-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board approved its agenda and March minutes unanimously. The board voted unanimously to continue the Davey Complaint 22-001 to the May 23, 2022 meeting because the complainant did not appear via Zoom. No other substantive decisions were made; the board received updates on police training and discussed two items related to arrest reports.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Continued Davey Complaint 22-001 to May 23, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved an amendment to a development agreement to construct 48 affordable workforce housing units at 541 White Street, to be heard by the City Commission on June 7, 2022. The board also approved a transient unit license transfer from 921 Center Street #3 to 314 Duval Street, several variances, an alcohol sales special exception, and a conditional use for an Italian ice kiosk. Three items were postponed to May 19, 2022, including a text amendment to the Code of Ordinances. All votes were 4-0 with three members absent.

• Approved 48-unit workforce housing development agreement amendment at 541 White Street (4-0), PB Resolution 2022-18
• Approved transient unit license transfer from 921 Center Street #3 to 314 Duval Street (4-0), PB Resolution 2022-19
• Granted variance at 1103 Watson Street for building coverage and impervious surface (4-0), PB Resolution 2022-20
• Granted alcohol sales special exception at 422 Eaton Street (4-0), PB Resolution 2022-21
• Postponed variance at 1202 Royal Street to May 19, 2022 (4-0)
• Granted variance at 205 Julia Street for setbacks and building coverage (4-0), PB Resolution 2022-22
• Postponed variance at 1311 Grinnell Street to May 19, 2022 (4-0)
• Postponed variance at 1010-1012 Olivia Street to May 19, 2022 (4-0)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board met with only two of seven members present, lacking a quorum for substantive votes. The board unanimously approved the agenda and the March 10, 2022 minutes. All other agenda items were discussions or reports, with no formal decisions made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a $10,000 sponsorship for the Conch Republic Independence Celebration Organization, making the board the primary sponsor for this year's event. The resolution passed unanimously (7-0) and was enacted as KW Bight Resolution 22-01. The board also approved the agenda and minutes, and received reports from the director, marketing, and the Schooner Western Union.

• Approved $10,000 sponsorship for Conch Republic Independence Celebration (7-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved March 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved 12 of 13 tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement trees of specified caliper inches from the approved list. One request (1409 Albury Street) was postponed to May 10, 2022. The commission also approved three conceptual landscape plans and one final landscape plan, and postponed action on the 715 William Street item to May 10, 2022.

• Approved removal of 1 Avocado tree at 1010 Windsor Lane with 10.6 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 614 Roberts Lane with 10.4 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 1009 Southard Street with 7 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 1700 Flagler Avenue with 23.1 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Mahogany at 431 Duval Street with 17.6 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 2423 Patterson Avenue with 22.9 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Sea Grape and 1 Frangipani at 1235 Washington Street with 50.2 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 2928 Fogarty Avenue with 7.3 caliper inches replacement (3-1)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency unanimously approved a resolution to accept a solar evaluation form for the Fredrick Douglass Community Center Project, recommending that the roof be designed for solar panel installation and that the solar panel system be bid as a separate project. The meeting also included unanimous approval of the agenda and the March 1, 2022 minutes.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved March 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution 22-092 accepting Solar Evaluation Form and recommending solar-ready roof design and separate solar bid (7-0)

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board approved the agenda and February minutes, then held four hearings on unpermitted work. It fined All Star Air Solutions $250 plus $100 administrative cost for installing an HVAC unit without a permit at 1024 Virginia St., and fined Kanga Construction a $100 administrative fee for unpermitted work at 3444 Riviera Dr. Hearings for Envy Pools (1503 South St.) and Pool Tech of Miami (3735 Paula Ave.) were postponed to June 1, 2022.

• Approved agenda and February 2, 2022 minutes unanimously
• Found All Star Air Solutions in violation; fined $250 plus $100 administrative cost (4-0)
• Found Kanga Construction in violation; assessed $100 administrative fee (unanimous)
• Postponed Envy Pools hearing to June 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed Pool Tech of Miami hearing to June 1, 2022 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Key West City Commission denied the Pier B Development Corp. operating and settlement agreement in a 5-2 vote, and adopted a new cruise ship regulations ordinance (Ord 22-07) unanimously. The commission also approved several resolutions, including a collective bargaining agreement with the police union and a task order for a wastewater needs assessment.

• Denied Pier B Development Corp. operating and settlement agreement (5-2)
• Adopted Cruise Ship Regulations ordinance (Ord 22-07) (7-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Florida Police Benevolent Association (7-0)
• Approved $56,990 task order for 20-year wastewater needs assessment (7-0)
• Approved $527,490.68 bid for Flagler Pedestrian Improvements (7-0)
• Approved resolution to negotiate Fantasy Fest contract with Key West Tourist Development Association (7-0)
• Approved major development plan for 9,587 sq ft community center at 111 Olivia Street (7-0)
• Postponed waste-to-energy plant feasibility task order to May 17, 2022

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met and unanimously approved the agenda and the March 7, 2022 minutes. All other items were discussion-only, including updates on the Historic Diesel Plan, Frederick Douglass Gym, The Lofts at Bahama Village affordable housing project, CRA Management Plan, and a commemorative plaque initiative. No substantive decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved March 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved a major development plan for 33 new residential units and conversion of 15 two-bedroom units to 30 one-bedroom units at 541 White Street, with Commissioner Burkee recused. The commission also approved demolition and restoration work at 1218 Margaret Street, a porch restoration at 1315 Grinnell Street, and a roofing replacement at 1400 Virginia Street. Several applications were postponed to April 26, 2022, including work at 6 Fletchers Lane and 719 Fleming Street. The meeting adjourned at 6:24 P.M.

• Approved demolition of front porch enclosure and non-historic addition at 1315 Grinnell Street (6-0, Burkee recused)
• Approved major development plan for 33 new units and conversion of 15 two-bedroom units at 541 White Street (6-0, Burkee recused)
• Approved restoration and new pool at 1218 Margaret Street (6-1, Cognevich opposed)
• Approved demolition of front porch and accessory structures at 1218 Margaret Street (7-0)
• Postponed raising rear historic sawtooth at 6 Fletchers Lane to April 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed new accessory structure at 719 Fleming Street to April 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed demolition of non-historic accessory structure at 719 Fleming Street to April 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved roofing replacement at 1400 Virginia Street (4-3)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a variance and major development plan for a new 20,948 square foot Keys Overnight Temporary Shelter (KOTS) at 5537 College Road, along with a landscape waiver. The board also granted variances for 718 Southard Street, approved two text amendments related to workforce-affordable housing, and recommended a text amendment on accessory units. A water supply work plan item was postponed to April 21, 2022.

• Granted variance for emergency shelter at 5537 College Road (6-0)
• Approved major development plan, conditional use, and landscape waiver for KOTS shelter at 5537 College Road (6-0)
• Granted variances for 718 Southard Street (6-0)
• Approved text amendment on accessory units (5-1)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 241 and 240 Trumbo Road (6-0)
• Approved Land Development Regulations amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 241 and 240 Trumbo Road (6-0)
• Postponed water supply facilities work plan amendment to April 21, 2022

Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority

The Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority approved a 99-year lease with Bahama Village Community, Ltd. for a portion of the 3.2-acre Truman Waterfront Property to be used for affordable housing rentals. The approval included an added provision that qualified tenants must derive 70% of their income from gainful employment in Monroe County, provided it does not violate the Fair Housing Act. The motion passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved 99-year lease with Bahama Village Community, Ltd. for affordable housing on Truman Waterfront (7-0)
• Added lease language requiring 70% of tenant income from Monroe County employment, subject to Fair Housing Act compliance

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a consent agenda including permits for Sloppy Joe's Hemingway contest, a wildlife center concession, and several construction contracts. It passed a lien release for 1109 Fleming Street with a new $50,000 mitigation payment, and postponed a major development plan for a community center at 111 Olivia Street to April 5, 2022. Two ordinance text amendments were also postponed to the same date.

• Approved Sloppy Joe's Hemingway Look-a-Like and Running of the Bulls contest (Res 22-074)
• Approved amended concession agreement for Wildlife Center at 1801 White Street (Res 22-075)
• Approved $33,079 task order for Mallory Square mooring improvements (Res 22-076)
• Approved $180,000 FDOT supplemental agreement for South Roosevelt project (Res 22-077)
• Approved $160,029.11 change order for Whitehead and Front improvements (Res 22-078)
• Approved lien release for 1109 Fleming Street with $50,000 mitigation payment (7-0, Res 22-079)
• Postponed community center development plan at 111 Olivia Street to April 5, 2022
• Postponed two ordinance text amendments to April 5, 2022

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees Pension Board met and approved the December 10, 2021 minutes, pension plan disbursements, and attendance at two conferences (NCEPERS and FPPTA). All votes were unanimous. Several reports were received and filed, including investment reviews and workshop updates. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved December 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved pension plan disbursements (unanimous)
• Approved NCEPERS conference attendance (unanimous)
• Approved FPPTA conference attendance June 26-29 at Hilton Bonnet Creek (unanimous)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved a recommendation to leave the custom bike rack by Jim Gallucci in its current position at Truman Waterfront Park. The board also approved the February 10, 2022 minutes and the agenda as presented. Discussion items on the Historic Seaport RFP, Mallory Square ranking, and project timelines were discussed but no decisions were made on them.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to keep Jim Gallucci's custom bike rack at Truman Waterfront Park (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission approved a resolution directing cruise ship docking and passenger disembarkation away from city-controlled property, and passed an ordinance on first reading to add a new chapter on cruise ship regulations, including water pollution prohibitions, a coral reef restoration fund, and water quality testing. The Pier B operations agreement was discussed but no action was taken. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved resolution directing cruise ship docking and disembarkation away from city-controlled property (7-0)
• Passed to second reading ordinance adding Chapter 80 'Cruise Ship Regulations' with amendments (7-0)
• Discussed agreement for operations of Pier B (no action)

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Key West Sustainability Advisory Board met on March 10, 2022, and approved the agenda and the February 10, 2022 minutes by unanimous votes. All discussion items and reports were received and filed without any substantive decisions or actions taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed IPCC Climate Change 2022 report
• Received and filed Hawk Missile Site update
• Received and filed Transportation Report
• Received and filed Energy Report
• Received and filed Sustainability Report

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board met on March 9, 2022, and approved the agenda as amended and the February 9, 2022 minutes unanimously. The board received and filed commendations, presentations, and reports, and discussed the Key West Historic Bight Cast of Characters Wall and the closure of Lazy Way to general vehicle traffic. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed commendation for Barry Gibson
• Received and filed Conch Republic Celebration presentation
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Society presentation
• Discussed Key West Historic Bight Cast of Characters Wall
• Discussed closure of Lazy Way to general vehicle traffic
• Received and filed Director's Report, Adept Marketing Report, and Schooner Western Union Report

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved 12 of 13 tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement dicot or fruit trees from the approved list. One removal at 3026 Flagler Avenue was denied due to tree size and location. One item was postponed to April 11, 2022, and an administrative hearing allowed a settlement fine to be paid in installments.

• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 1707 Bertha St with 10.4 caliper inch replacement (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 3026 Flagler Ave with 11.9 caliper inch replacement (5-0)
• Denied removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 3026 Flagler Ave (Tree #2) (5-0)
• Approved removal of 2 Frangipani at 918 Fleming St with 13.6 and 6.4 caliper inch replacements (5-0 each)
• Approved removal of 1 Texas Ebony at 708 William St with 5.7 caliper inch replacement (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime at 912 Windsor Ln with 19 caliper inch replacement (5-0)
• Approved removal of 3 trees at 1218 Margaret St with 26.7 caliper inch replacement (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 1009 Southard St with 5.7 caliper inch replacement (5-0)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The committee approved the agenda as amended and the February 14, 2022 minutes unanimously. Reports on the Diesel Plant CIP and Douglass Gym Expansion were received and filed. A recommendation to recognize Juneteenth as a city holiday was withdrawn.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Diesel Plant CIP status update
• Received and filed Douglass Gym Expansion CIP status update
• Withdrew recommendation to recognize Juneteenth as official city holiday

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a $5,018,855 FDOT grant for ARPA-funded projects, settled two lawsuits (one for $90,000, one for $145,000), and advanced several infrastructure and design contracts. It also denied a lien release request, rejected bids for tank replacements, and approved a master plan ranking for Mallory Square. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved $5,018,855 FDOT ARPA grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 settlement with Gretna Williams (unanimous)
• Approved $145,000 workers' comp settlement with Daniel Galvan (unanimous)
• Denied lien release for 1205 11th Street (7-0)
• Approved $94,260 change order for KOTS shelter design (7-0)
• Approved $128,560 design task order for Caroline Street project (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for ferric sulfate tank and gangway replacement (unanimous)
• Approved ranking for Mallory Square master plan RFQ (7-0)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved two task orders for engineering and design services related to the Greene, Elizabeth and Caroline Street TIF Improvements Project and the Caroline Street TIF Drainage Improvements Project. Both items were part of the consent agenda and passed unanimously. The meeting was brief and adjourned shortly after the votes.

• Approved $201,835 task order for KCI Technologies for engineering/design services (unanimous)
• Approved $72,705.68 task order for CH2M Hill for drainage improvements engineering/design (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as a whole (unanimous)

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board approved its agenda and the January 24, 2022 minutes. It voted unanimously to receive and file all December RRI reports except number 21-7112, which was postponed for review to the March 28, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 24, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed all December RRI reports except 21-7112 (unanimous)
• Postponed review of RRI 21-7112 to March 28, 2022 meeting

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved a recommendation that the City Commission include obtaining access to Truman Waterfront Park via Admiral's Cut in any negotiations with Pier B owners regarding cruise ship regulation. The board also approved a recommendation to allocate FY 22/23 budget funds for commercial grade shade structures at athletic fields, prioritizing football, girls softball, and boys baseball. A proposed action on the Hawks Missile Site was postponed, and several items were discussed or received and filed.

• Approved recommendation for Admiral's Cut access to Truman Waterfront Park in Pier B negotiations (6-0)
• Approved recommendation for FY 22/23 funding for shade structures at athletic fields, prioritizing football, girls softball, boys baseball (6-0)
• Postponed action item on Hawks Missile Site master plan consultant (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 22, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Received and filed board presentations on parks in Districts 2 and 5

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate reduced Michael Coppola's $16,250 fine to $7,875 plus a $250 administrative fee for a business tax receipt violation at 1109 Fleming Street, citing a 50% mitigation cap. Several other cases were dismissed for compliance, continued, or granted findings of violation with fines.

• Mitigated Michael Coppola's fine to $7,875 plus $250 admin fee (Case #12-586)
• Dismissed Rent Key West Vacations Inc. case after $4,144.51 fine paid (Case #21-1808)
• Found violations against Maouad Varela I LLC and Maouad-Varela 2 LLC, $250 admin fee plus $250/day until compliance (Cases #21-1884, #21-1885)
• Dismissed Historic Key West Vacation Rentals LLC case for compliance (Case #21-1926)
• Dismissed Coconut Mallory Properties LLC case for compliance (Case #22-125)
• Dismissed Secret Villa 1, LLC and Secret Villa II LLC cases for compliance (Cases #22-141, #22-160)
• Found violation against Paul S Mills CPA, total $3,250 due (Case #22-147)
• Granted $0 mitigation to Edward A. Chilton (Case #21-1537)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and approved its agenda and minutes, but took no substantive votes. Three items were received and filed: a conditional use for an e-car rental at 1200 Duval Street, a transient license transfer from 921 Center Street #3 to 314 Duval Street, and a conditional use for an Italian ice kiosk at 804 Caroline Street. The meeting adjourned at 10:42 AM.

• Approved agenda with item four moved to top (unanimous)
• Approved minutes on consent agenda
• Received and filed conditional use for e-car rental at 1200 Duval Street
• Received and filed transient license transfer from 921 Center Street #3 to 314 Duval Street
• Received and filed conditional use for Italian ice kiosk at 804 Caroline Street

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved all seven applications on the agenda, covering new construction, renovations, and demolitions at historic properties. All votes passed with majorities, with one abstention and one recusal noted. The meeting was adjourned at 5:46 PM.

• Approved new wood-framed home with driveway, pool, and pool deck at 314 Amelia Street (5-0-1, Powell absent)
• Approved new roof over front entrance at 1205 Von Phister Street (6-0, Powell absent)
• Approved re-opening front porch, new stucco siding, window/door replacement at 814 Windsor Lane, with staff review condition (6-0, Powell absent)
• Approved demolition of front porch enclosure and partial exterior wall demolition at 814 Windsor Lane (6-0, Powell absent)
• Approved new two-story wood-framed residence at 719 Bakers Lane (6-0, Powell absent)
• Approved re-opening front porch, new addition, rear porch, and accessory structure at 1315 Grinnell Street (5-0, Burkee recused, Powell absent)
• Approved demolition of front porch enclosure, non-historic addition, altered historic addition, and carport at 1315 Grinnell Street (5-0, Burkee recused, Powell absent)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a major development plan and landscape waiver for 48 affordable workforce housing units at 541 White Street, along with an amendment to the development agreement. The board also granted a parking variance and conditional use approval for a restaurant at 529 United Street, allowing the applicant to retain a non-transient unit for two years to meet fire/safety codes. Two text amendments were approved recommending changes to historic preservation guidelines and economic hardship income limits.

• Approved Major Development Plan and Landscape Waiver for 48 affordable workforce housing units at 541 White Street (PB Resolution 2022-08).
• Approved Amendment to Development Agreement for 541 White Street (PB Resolution 2022-09).
• Granted parking variance at 529 United Street, with condition #2 modified to allow retaining non-transient unit for 2 years (PB Resolution 2022-06).
• Approved conditional use to increase restaurant seating at 529 United Street, with condition #5 modified similarly (PB Resolution 2022-07).
• Approved resolution recommending ordinance to amend Historic Architectural Review Commission guidelines for windows and shutters (PB Resolution 2022-10).
• Approved resolution recommending ordinance to increase maximum household income for economic hardship substitutions (PB Resolution 2022-11).
• Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 meeting.
• Approved agenda as amended.

City Commission

The City Commission approved two ordinances on second reading to amend the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations, providing building permit allocation system units for the 3.2-acre property (RE# 00001630-000801). Both ordinances passed 6-0 with Commissioner Wardlow absent. The commission also passed resolutions urging Congress to enact Medicare for All and approved a revocable license agreement with USF for a CODAR ocean current monitoring station at Smathers Beach.

• Adopted Comprehensive Plan amendment for building permit allocation units for 3.2-acre property (6-0)
• Adopted Land Development Regulations amendment for building permit allocation units for 3.2-acre property (6-0)
• Passed resolution urging Congress to enact HR 1976 Medicare for All Act (unanimous)
• Approved revocable license agreement with USF for CODAR station at Smathers Beach (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions on LGBTQ protections, Seafood Festival date change, FDOT grant, and police motorcycles
• Withdrew ordinance on cruise ship regulations (first reading)
• Postponed indefinitely easement agreement for 927 Catherine Street

Board of Adjustment

The Key West Board of Adjustment met on February 15, 2022, and unanimously approved the agenda as presented. The only item of substance, a resolution regarding a lawful unit determination appeal for properties at 826 and 828 Windsor Lane, was withdrawn by the applicant's attorney, Van D. Fischer. The meeting was adjourned immediately after the withdrawal.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously as presented.
• Withdrawn by applicant: appeal of Planning Director's denial of Lawful Unit Determination for 826 and 828 Windsor Lane, submitted by Trepanier & Associates on behalf of Savage KW Properties, Inc.

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved a recommendation to the City Commission for plaques at all BVCRA CIPs and funded organizations, recognizing past and present BVRAC members. The motion passed 4-1, with Mr. Leamard voting no and two members absent. The committee also approved the January 3, 2022 minutes unanimously.

• Approved recommendation for plaques at BVCRA CIPs and funded organizations (4-1)
• Approved January 3, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board met with only two members present and five absent, lacking a quorum for substantive action. The only action item, a recommendation to leave a custom bike rack by Jim Gallucci at Truman Waterfront Park, was postponed to the March 10, 2022 meeting. The board received and filed reports and presentations, including a public art/signage presentation for the Mary Canalejo Police Headquarters and a thank-you to Dr. Perry Arnold for his service.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Minutes of January 13, 2022 approved unanimously
• Public Art/Signage presentation for Mary Canalejo Police Headquarters received and filed
• Thank you to Finance Director Mark Finigan on retirement not received
• Thank you to Dr. Perry Arnold for service received and filed
• Action item on bike rack placement postponed to March 10, 2022 (unanimous)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved the Historic Seaport Operation Expense Reconciliation for 2020-21, including collection of $4,031.93 and adjusting estimated payments for the remaining fiscal year to $4.89 per square foot. A lease renewal for Vacation Key West, Inc. was withdrawn. Other items were received and filed, including presentations and reports.

• Approved Historic Seaport Operation Expense Reconciliation for 2020-21, including collection of $4,031.93 and adjusting FY21 estimated payments to $4.89/sq ft (6-0)
• Withdrew lease renewal for Vacation Key West, Inc. at Suite 207, Ferry Terminal, 100 Grinnell Street
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Society presentation
• Received and filed 631 Greene Street Redevelopment discussion
• Received and filed Director's Report
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union Report and Adept Marketing report

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for this meeting are not available. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions can be reported.

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved several tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement trees. It also fined two property owners for unauthorized tree removals. One request for removal at 912 Duval Street was modified to allow off-site replacement if no on-site space is available.

• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 912 Duval Street with 9.6 caliper inches replacement, modified to allow off-site location if needed (6-0)
• Approved removal of 5 trees at 3741 Eagle Avenue with 85.2 caliper inches replacement (6-0)
• Approved Conceptual Landscape Plan for 5537 College Road including removal of 1 Strangler Fig (6-0)
• Fined Paul Cox-MMFC Inc $250 and required replanting 8.9 inches of trees for unpermitted removal at 714 Passover Lane (5-1)
• Fined Envy Pools LLC $250 and accepted replacement trees already planted for unpermitted removal at 1503 South Street (6-0)
• Postponed decision on removal of 1 Sapodilla tree at 824 Thomas Street to March 8, 2022 (unanimous)

Contractors Examining Board

The board found Affiliated Design & Construction Management, LLC in violation of building ordinance for work beyond permit scope at 1423 Von Phister St., issuing a letter of reprimand and $100 administrative cost. The motion passed 5-0 with two members absent.

• Found violation of Sec. 14-37 (work beyond permit scope) at 1423 Von Phister St. (5-0)
• Issued letter of reprimand and $100 administrative cost to Affiliated Design & Construction Management, LLC (5-0)

City Commission

The Key West City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $53,600 budget adjustment for six youth sports leagues, authorization for the Key West Art Center to hold an art show, and several lease assignments for Garrison Bight Marina. The commission also approved a 20-year interlocal agreement with the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority for wastewater billing. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $53,600 budget adjustment for six youth sports leagues (unanimous)
• Authorized Key West Art Center art show at Truman Waterfront Quay Wall (unanimous)
• Approved Garrison Bight Marina lease assignments to Suntex subsidiaries (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Syncromatics RTPI agreement (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Mobile Vendor License #1023 (unanimous)
• Approved extension for Mallory Square Sunshades project (unanimous)
• Approved $131,313 design services for United Street Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved 20-year interlocal agreement with FKAA for wastewater billing (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Key West Board of Adjustment met on February 1, 2022, and unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from October 6, 2020. The only substantive item, an appeal of the Planning Director's denial of a lawful unit determination for properties at 826 and 828 Windsor Lane, was postponed to February 15, 2022. No other decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved October 6, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed appeal of lawful unit determination for 826/828 Windsor Lane to Feb. 15, 2022 (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on January 27, 2022, addressed 15 cases. The most consequential action was a $3,750 fine imposed on Alan Walker for repeat building violations. Several cases were continued to February 24, 2022, including a historic sign repair case and a short-term rental case. Two cases were dismissed for compliance, and two others received findings with administrative fees.

• Imposed $3,750 fine on Alan Walker for repeat building violations (Case #21-1537)
• Continued historic sign repair case to Feb 24, 2022 (Case #19-1707)
• Imposed finding with $250 fee and $250/day fine if not compliant by Mar 22, 2022 (Case #20-31)
• Continued short-term rental case to Feb 24, 2022 (Case #21-1808)
• Granted finding with $250 fee for Coastal Collection (Case #21-1851)
• Granted finding with $250 fee for Justin and Heather Jangraw (Case #21-1888)
• Dismissed fire inspection fee case for compliance (Case #21-1837)
• Dismissed false alarm case for compliance (Case #21-1846)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and approved its agenda and prior minutes unanimously. Two major development plan requests were received and filed without a vote: an auto dealership with two affordable housing units at 1618 N. Roosevelt Boulevard, and 24 affordable housing units at 250 Trumbo Road. No substantive decisions were made on these items; the meeting adjourned at 11:15 AM.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed major development plan for auto dealership at 1618 N. Roosevelt Blvd (no vote)
• Received and filed major development plan for 24 affordable housing units at 250 Trumbo Road (no vote)

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved a major development plan for a new community center at 111 Olivia Street, postponed from March 2021, with a 6-0 vote. The commission also approved renovations and partial demolitions at several residential properties, and approved two proposed ordinance changes regarding windows and economic hardship. All decisions were made with Commissioner Oropeza absent.

• Approved major development plan for new community center at 111 Olivia St (6-0)
• Approved renovations and new gable roof at 519 Frances St (5-0, Burkee recused)
• Approved partial demolition of non-historic rear roof at 519 Frances St (5-0, Burkee recused)
• Approved new pool house, pool, deck at 910 United St (6-0)
• Approved renovations and new gable roof at 1107 Packer St (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition of non-historic rear roof at 1107 Packer St (6-0)
• Approved new front porch and attic vent at 826 Johnson Ln (6-0)
• Approved HARC Windows and Window Protection Proposed Ordinance (6-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Key West Citizen Review Board approved its proposed 2022 meeting dates and received and filed the September and October 2021 RRI (Reports of Reviewable Incidents) after reopening discussion. The board also corrected the September 27, 2021 minutes to reflect the vote on the Wildrick complaint finding of Unfounded. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved proposed 2022 CRB meeting dates (unanimous)
• Received and filed September and October 2021 RRI (unanimous)
• Reopened RRI discussion, then re-filed September and October RRI (unanimous)
• Corrected September 27, 2021 minutes to reflect Wildrick complaint vote (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a major development plan, conditional use, and landscape waiver for a new 9,587 sq ft community center at 111 Olivia Street, along with variances for the same property. It also granted variances for a residence at 719 Bakers Lane, an alcohol sales special exception at 1202-1206 White Street, and recommended a text amendment to the Building Permit Allocation System. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with two members absent.

• Approved variances for 111 Olivia Street (PB Resolution 2022-001, 5-0)
• Approved major development plan, conditional use, and landscape waiver for 111 Olivia Street community center (PB Resolution 2022-002, 5-0)
• Granted variances for 719 Bakers Lane with added conditions for sprinklers and no pool without Fire Marshal approval (PB Resolution 2022-003, 5-0)
• Granted alcohol sales special exception for 1202-1206 White Street, limited to butcher shop location (PB Resolution 2022-004, 5-0)
• Approved text amendment to Building Permit Allocation System (PB Resolution 2022-005, 5-0)

City Commission

The Key West City Commission adopted three ordinances: one increasing inspection/enforcement fees for transient living accommodations in residential zones, one allowing sidewalk dining in city right-of-way under conditions, and one removing case-by-case exemptions for non-profits from art-in-public-places funding. The commission also approved a resolution to request naming the Cow Key Channel Bridge after Cheryl H. Cates, and passed a consent agenda including COVID-19 testing funds and a sewer cleaning machine purchase.

• Adopted ordinance increasing transient rental inspection/enforcement fees (6-1)
• Adopted ordinance allowing sidewalk dining in city right-of-way (6-1)
• Adopted ordinance removing non-profit exemptions from art funding (7-0)
• Passed resolution requesting Cow Key Channel Bridge be named 'Cheryl H. Cates Memorial Bridge' (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $50,000 for COVID-19 testing and $297,109.56 for sewer cleaning machine
• Approved resolution allowing monthly invocations at commission meetings (5-2)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda, which included the sole-source purchase of four peristaltic pump systems for the Key West Bight Marina docks from Keco Pump and Equipment for $89,761.15. The motion was unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including sole-source purchase of four KECO 900R pump systems for marina docks C, D, F & H (7-0)
• Authorized budget transfers and adjustments for the pump purchase
• Authorized City Manager to execute documents upon consent of City Attorney

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved the Call for Proposals for the next round of sculptures on loan at 1400 Duval Pocket Park, adding a goal to develop a protocol for the process. The board also approved sponsoring two attendees for the FAPAP Conference in Sarasota. A presentation on public art for the Mary Canalejo Police Headquarters was postponed. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with agenda and minutes approved unanimously.

• Approved Call for Proposals for sculptures on loan at 1400 Duval Pocket Park (unanimous)
• Approved sponsoring Mr. Tallmadge and Chair van den Broek for FAPAP Conference (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board approved a recommendation for the City of Key West to adopt the Monroe County Fertilizer Ordinance, and approved a recommendation to engage a professional to survey the community about desired future conditions for the Mt. Trashmore property. The board also approved its 2022 meeting dates and postponed two agenda items to February 10, 2022. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved recommendation to adopt Monroe County Fertilizer Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to engage a professional for Mt. Trashmore community survey (7-0)
• Approved proposed 2022 meeting dates (7-0)
• Approved October 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Florida Green Building Coalition retrofit presentation to Feb 10, 2022
• Postponed wind turbine and solar panel farm proposal to Feb 10, 2022
• Received and filed Hawks Missile Site discussion
• Received and filed water quality presentation by Dr. Nick Parr

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved all eight requested tree removals, each conditioned on planting replacement trees on site. One item was initially tabled but later approved. The meeting also approved the agenda, prior minutes, and the updated 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 1221 Packer Street, replaced with 8.7 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Green Buttonwood tree at 2505 Flagler Avenue, replaced with 48.1 caliper inches (3-1, Cullen no)
• Approved removal of 1 Mango tree at 3725 Eagle Avenue, replaced with 6.8 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 7 trees at 725 Frances Street, replaced with 48 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Avocado tree at 1100 Grinnell Street, replaced with 12.7 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 2 Royal Poinciana trees at 1019 White Street, replaced with 10.1 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime tree at 6 Nassau Lane, replaced with 25 caliper inches (4-0)
• Approved updated 2022 meeting schedule (unanimous)

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a new Comprehensive Plan Property Rights Element (Ord 22-01, 6-1) and passed a resolution increasing transient rental medallion inspection and enforcement fees (Res 22-012, 7-0), with direction to investigate future fee increases for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The commission also approved consent agenda items including road project funding, equipment purchases, and interlocal agreements for bike/pedestrian amenities. Two easement hearings were postponed.

• Adopted Comprehensive Plan Property Rights Element (Ord 22-01, 6-1)
• Approved transient rental medallion fee increase (Res 22-012, 7-0)
• Approved $795,354.60 for 1st/Bertha Street road project (Res 22-004)
• Authorized $94,024 sole-source purchase of elliptical control valves (Res 22-005)
• Approved $14,309 for police officer training course (Res 22-006)
• Accepted $1.6M state grant for treatment plant dewatering upgrades (Res 22-007)
• Approved four Final Mile interlocal agreements for bike/pedestrian amenities (Res 22-008 to 22-011)
• Postponed easement hearings for 1200 Whitehead St and 927 Catherine St

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved a consent agenda with three items. It awarded a marketing services contract for the Key West Historic Seaport to Adept Strategy and Public Relations, and approved leases for Conch Tees & Souvenirs at 201 William Street and Sails in Concert on Lazy Way. All items passed unanimously.

• Approved marketing services contract to Adept Strategy and Public Relations (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Conch Tees & Souvenirs for 201 William Street Suite A (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Sails in Concert for property on Lazy Way (unanimous)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on January 3, 2022, and unanimously approved the agenda and the November 4, 2021 minutes. The committee received and filed three informational presentations: a map of Bahama Village boundaries, a status update on the Douglass Gym Expansion CIP, and a status update on the 3.2 TWP Affordable Housing Development. No substantive decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed map of Bahama Village boundaries
• Received and filed Douglass Gym Expansion CIP status update
• Received and filed 3.2 TWP Affordable Housing Development update