Sanibel public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications, including a boat dock variance at 687 Anchor Drive and an elevated pool permit for 9345 Dimmick Drive. They will also consider vehicle rental use at 2330 Palm Ridge Drive and shoreline stabilization along Woodring Road.

• Variance for boat dock reconstruction at 687 Anchor Drive
• Development permit for an elevated swimming pool at 9345 Dimmick Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for vehicle rental at 2330 Palm Ridge Drive
• Landscaping buffer waiver at 1509 Periwinkle Way
• Shoreline stabilization and riprap installation on Woodring Road

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved a variance for a boat dock and lift at 687 Anchor Drive, a development permit for an elevated swimming pool at 9345 Dimmick Drive, a waiver for commercial vegetation buffers at 1509 Periwinkle Way, and a conditional use/development permit for a living shoreline project on Woodring Road. The commission also continued a conditional use permit for vehicle rentals at 2330 Palm Ridge Drive to the January 11, 2022 meeting. All approvals were unanimous (5-0) with two commissioners excused.

• Approved dock variance and boat lift at 687 Anchor Drive with 10 conditions (5-0)
• Approved elevated swimming pool permit at 9345 Dimmick Drive with 10 conditions (5-0)
• Approved vegetation buffer waiver at 1509 Periwinkle Way with amended conditions (5-0)
• Approved living shoreline erosion control project on Woodring Road with 26 conditions (5-0)
• Continued vehicle rental CUP at 2330 Palm Ridge Drive to January 11, 2022 (4-1)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule with November 22 changed to November 29
• Approved 2022 Liaison to City Council schedule

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances related to unlawful dumping and shoreline stabilization. The agenda includes discussions on police department modernization, water quality, and potential land acquisitions. Members will also address COVID-19 updates and the status of the Donax Rehabilitation Project.

• Ordinance 21-011 regarding unlawful dumping into water storage areas
• Ordinance 22-001 regarding seawalls and shoreline stabilization
• Five-year MOU for prescribed fire operations with SCCF, Fire Rescue, and National Wildlife Refuge
• Discussion on Police Department modernization and facility studies
• Potential conservation land acquisitions

The City Council adopted Ordinance 21-011, amending the litter code regarding unlawful dumping into water storage areas. The Council also voted to discontinue the indoor mask mandate in City buildings when Lee County's transmission rate drops below 50 cases per 100,000 and positivity rate below 5%, with reinstatement if rates rise above those levels. Unvaccinated employees not in individual offices must continue wearing masks indoors. The Council also approved a $4,700 bonus for Finance Director Steve Chaipel for his service as Interim City Manager.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-011 amending litter code for unlawful dumping into water storage areas.
• Approved motion to discontinue mask mandate in City buildings when transmission rate <50/100k and positivity <5%, reinstating if rates exceed those levels.
• Approved motion requiring unvaccinated employees, not in individual offices, to wear masks indoors.
• Approved motion to allow 12 users per session in weight room, masks required in AM, optional in PM at substantial risk level, and optional at moderate risk, with signage for unvaccinated.
• Approved motion to close loophole and follow current code regarding outdoor displays of merchandise.
• Approved motion to accept City Manager's recommendations for special event permits, amending Easter references to April 30th.
• Approved motion to direct staff to proceed with design for Police Modernization Project Option #2 using $403,825 in available funding.
• Approved motion to provide Finance Director Steve Chaipel a $4,700 bonus for service as Interim City Manager.

Recreation Financial Assistance Committee

The committee will review a new FY 2022 financial assistance application. Members will also discuss requiring updated wage statements for summer camp recipients and review the 2021 Annual Report.

• FY 2022 Applicant #20 (New)
• Review of 2021 Annual Report
• Discussion regarding requiring updated wage statements for summer camp recipients
• Approval of the 2022 proposed meeting schedule

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee approved FY 2022 Applicant #20 for one child to receive two sessions of the After School Program at 75% assistance, with the family paying $191.25. The committee also adopted the October 25, 2021 meeting minutes and the 2022 meeting schedule. Discussions were held on requiring updated wage statements before summer camp and on a revised application form, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved FY 2022 Applicant #20: 1 child, 2 sessions After School Program at 75% ($573.75 assistance, $191.25 due from family)
• Adopted October 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adopted 2022 proposed meeting schedule
• Excused Committee Member Bell
• Excused Committee Member Gould

Vegetation Committee

The Sanibel Vegetation Committee is scheduled to review inspection reports and prepare for the upcoming Arbor Day celebration. The agenda also includes approval of November 4, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Review of inspection reports
• Arbor Day Celebration preparations
• Approval of November 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Upcoming vegetation competency and fertilizer testing dates

The Vegetation Committee approved dedicating the Arbor Day tree to former City Manager Judie Zimomra, with the event set for January 21, 2022 at Community Park. They also approved adding two SCCF native plant handouts to plant walk materials and excused Vice Chair Horvath. The committee adopted the November 4, 2021 minutes and added a new agenda item for a January 7, 2022 Competency Class discussion. No public comment or inspection reports were presented.

• Approved dedication of Arbor Day tree to former City Manager Judie Zimomra
• Approved adding SCCF native plant handouts to plant walk materials
• Adopted November 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Excused Vice Chair Horvath from the meeting
• Added new agenda item for January 7, 2022 Competency Class discussion
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:36 p.m.

Historical Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss the procedure for applications to demolish structures built before 1963. The agenda also includes reports from the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. and approval of meeting minutes.

• Discussion regarding demolition procedures for structures built before 1963
• Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. acquisitions and monthly report
• Approval of November 4, 2021, meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2022 committee schedule

The Historical Preservation Committee approved its November 4, 2021 meeting minutes and adopted the 2022 meeting schedule. No acquisitions were reported by the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village. The committee discussed a new procedure for demolition applications for pre-1963 structures and received updates on the Historic Beach House renovation application and Periwinkle Park pre-application discussions. The next meeting is set for January 6, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in MacKenzie Hall.

• Approved the November 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adopted the 2022 Historical Preservation Committee meeting schedule
• Excused absent members Fortney, Cohn, and Walton
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:46 a.m.

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund will review the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and the 2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The board will also discuss leave payouts related to the DROP program or separation of service. Additionally, the agenda includes several quarterly investment and attorney reports.

• Review and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Discussion regarding leave payout upon entering the DROP program or separation of service
• Review of the 2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Quarterly investment reports for periods ending June 30 and September 30, 2021
• Approval of Attorney's Report from Sugarman and Susskind

The Sanibel Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund board approved the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and the 2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. It also approved investment reports from Burgess Chambers and Associates and tabled a discussion on leave payouts upon entering the DROP program or separation of service. The board adopted the May 12, 2021 minutes and proposed 2022 meeting dates.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Approved 2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Approved Burgess Chambers and Associates quarterly investment reports
• Tabled discussion on payout of leave upon entering DROP or separation
• Adopted May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adopted proposed 2022 meeting dates

General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will reappoint three members and elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting includes the approval of various retiree benefit payments and management fees. Additionally, the board will review investment reports and cost of living adjustments for retirees.

• Reappointment of trustees William Fellows, Richard Healey, and Richard Pyle
• Election of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of retiree benefit payments, including $192,463.50 for October 2021
• Review of management fees, such as $15,245.32 paid to DANA Investments
• Approval of a fee addendum for Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc.

The Sanibel General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees approved raising the TIPS allocation to $2,000,000, funded from the Richmond Capital 1-5 account. They also approved a Burgess Chambers & Associates fee increase to $40,000 annually for two years, and authorized signatures for officers. The board adopted the consent agenda covering retiree benefit payments and various management, legal, and consulting fees, and approved the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approved raising TIPS allocation to $2,000,000 from Richmond Capital 1-5 account
• Approved Burgess Chambers & Associates fee increase to $40,000 annually for two years
• Adopted consent agenda including retiree benefit payments and management fees
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule
• Authorized signatures for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Reappointed William Fellows, Richard Healey, and Richard Pyle to terms through 09/30/2023
• Re-elected Tim Garmager as Chair, Richard Pyle as Vice Chair, John Juzkiw as Secretary
• Adopted May 12, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will consider applications for vehicle rentals at 975 Rabbit Road and a food market at 2330 Palm Ridge Place. They will also review a request to expand the Beach Daisy retail space at 2075 Periwinkle Way. Additionally, the commission will continue discussing sign regulations.

• Conditional Use Permit for vehicle rental and leasing at 975 Rabbit Road
• Landscaping waiver request for 975 Rabbit Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a food market at 2330 Palm Ridge Place
• Landscaping waiver request for 2330 Palm Ridge Place
• Retail expansion for Beach Daisy at 2075 Periwinkle Way

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved three conditional use permits: a vehicle rental/leasing business at 975 Rabbit Road (5-0, with one abstention), a seafood market at 2330 Palm Ridge Place (6-0), and an expansion of the Beach Daisy retail store at Periwinkle Place (5-0, forwarded to City Council). The Commission also recommended City Council approve an updated content-neutral sign ordinance with amendments to holiday decoration rules. All votes were unanimous among participating members, with one commissioner excused.

• Approved vehicle rental/leasing CUP at 975 Rabbit Road with 3 conditions (5-0, DeBruce abstained)
• Approved landscaping waiver for 975 Rabbit Road with 4 conditions, extending compliance to 9 months (5-0, DeBruce abstained)
• Approved seafood market CUP at 2330 Palm Ridge Place with 2 conditions plus no overnight marine waste (6-0)
• Approved landscaping waiver for 2330 Palm Ridge Place with 8 conditions, extending installation to 12 months (6-0)
• Forwarded Beach Daisy retail expansion CUP to City Council with 6 conditions (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve sign ordinance with holiday decoration amendments (6-0)

Vegetation Committee

The committee will review updates to the Environmental Handbook and vegetation inspection reports. Members will also discuss requirements for a vegetation competency course and upcoming plant walks. The agenda includes discussion regarding Arbor Day on January 21, 2022.

• Approval of October 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on the Environmental Handbook
• Discussion of Vegetation Competency Course requirements
• Planning for Arbor Day on January 21, 2022

The Sanibel Vegetation Committee approved the current online vegetation test program, with one member opposed. The committee also approved the October 7, 2021 meeting minutes with revisions, and excused two absent members. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were discussions or reports.

• Approved online vegetation test program (motion carried, 1 opposed: Marks)
• Approved October 7, 2021 meeting minutes with revisions (motion carried)
• Excused absent members Horvath and Maughan (motion carried)

Historical Preservation Committee

The committee will discuss the procedure for applications to demolish structures constructed before 1963. The meeting also includes a review of the October 2019 Historic Building Resources List and reports from the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc.

• Discussion on demolition procedures for structures built before 1963
• Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. acquisitions and monthly report
• Review of October 2019 Historic Building Resources List
• Approval of October 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The committee held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. They approved the October 7, 2021 minutes and excused three absent members. A discussion was held on a potential policy for demolition applications for structures built before 1963, but no action was taken.

• Approved October 7, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Excused absent members Adams, Fortney, and Walton (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will discuss COVID-19 updates including mask requirements and access to City Hall facilities. The agenda includes second readings of ordinances related to special event payments and permit fees. The council will also consider a $7,506,018 budget amendment to roll forward funds from fiscal year 2021.

• Budget Amendment 2022-001 to roll forward $7,506,018 in project funds
• Ordinance 21-008 regarding payments for city services at special events
• Subgrant agreement with Lee County up to $25,000 for a Marine Patrol Officer
• Purchase of two Ford F-350 trucks for $72,811.42
• Ordinance 21-010 regarding credit card convenience fees

The City Council voted to reopen City Hall to the public while maintaining the mask requirement, and to remove the electronic COVID-19 sign at the island entrance. It also extended a $500 vaccination incentive to new hires who show proof of full vaccination or complete the sequence within 60 days of hire, with the program expiring in 12 months. The council adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments and fee changes, and approved multiple special event requests.

• Reopened City Hall to the public while maintaining mask requirement (4-1, Mayor Smith opposed)
• Removed electronic COVID-19 sign at island entrance (3-2, Councilmen Crater and Miller opposed)
• Extended $500 vaccine incentive to new hires (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-008 on special events payments (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-009 on after-the-fact permit fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-010 on credit card convenience fees (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment 2022-001 rolling forward $7,506,018 (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment 2022-002 for $17,100 Rutland House flooring repair (unanimous)

City Council

This workshop focuses on the current status and future needs of police facilities. The council will discuss construction options, cost analyses, and potential alternate sites. Additionally, the Natural Resource Department will present an environmental assessment map.

• Police facility construction options and cost analysis
• Temporary police facility study
• Feasibility study for alternate site building options
• Review of financing options for police facilities
• Natural Resource Department environmental assessment map

The City Council held a workshop to discuss modernizing the police department facilities. No formal votes or motions were taken, as the meeting was for discussion only. Council members expressed consensus that a standalone building (Option 2) is the best option, and staff will bring back financing options at the December 2nd meeting.

• No formal actions taken; workshop discussion only
• Council concurred that Option 2 (standalone building) is the best option
• Staff to bring back financing options for Option 2 at December 2nd Council meeting
• Vice Mayor Johnson to add Center4Life Workshop to November 2nd agenda

Planning Commission

The commission will review a variance request for a driveway setback at 223 Robinwood Circle. They will also consider a recommendation to City Council regarding updates to the city's sign and special event ordinances.

• Variance request for a driveway setback at 223 Robinwood Circle
• Recommendation to City Council for amendments to the Sign Code
• Proposed changes to Special Event regulations
• Adoption of August 10 and September 14, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to cancel a variance hearing for 223 Robinwood Circle because the application fee was unpaid and the applicant withdrew, leaving it as an open item. The Commission also continued discussion of a proposed sign code amendment to the November 9, 2021 meeting, with staff to make revisions. Both the August 10 and September 14, 2021 meeting minutes were approved.

• Cancelled variance hearing for 223 Robinwood Circle, left as open item (motion carried)
• Continued sign code amendment to November 9, 2021 meeting (motion carried)
• Adopted August 10, 2021 amended minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted September 14, 2021 minutes (motion carried)

Capital Improvements Review Sub-Committee

The subcommittee will review the Capital Improvement Element of The Sanibel Plan and the Capital Improvement Five-Year Plan and Project Status Report. The meeting also includes authorizing the Subcommittee Chair to approve recent minutes and draft the 2021 annual report.

• Review of Capital Improvement Element (CIP Code Section 82-281)
• Review of Capital Improvement Five-Year Plan and Project Status Report
• Authorization of the 2021 annual report draft

The Capital Improvements Review Sub-Committee met and approved two consent agenda items: authorizing the chair to approve the meeting minutes and directing staff to draft the 2021 annual report. The committee then reviewed the Capital Improvement Element of the Sanibel Plan, discussing projects including the Donax replacement, septic tank elimination, shared use path, Center4Life relocation, and Tahiti Jamaica drainage. No formal decisions were made on these projects; the meeting was informational.

• Authorized chair to approve Oct 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft 2021 annual report and authorized chair to sign (unanimous)

Recreation Financial Assistance Committee

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee is reviewing new and returning applications for FY 2022 funding. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Financial Assistance Program.

• Review of FY 2022 Applicant #16 (Return Application)
• Review of FY 2022 Applicant #18 (New)
• Review of FY 2022 Applicant #19 (New)
• Discussion regarding the Financial Assistance Program
• Approval of August 30, 2021 meeting minutes

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee approved three applications for FY 2022 financial assistance, each with specific coverage levels and family contributions. The committee also discussed potential changes to the application qualification process, including income documentation and household information requirements, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved FY 2022 Applicant #16 for 1 child (After School, Fundays, camps, basketball) at 75% ($2,142.56; $714.19 due from family)
• Approved FY 2022 Applicant #18 for 1 child (After School, Fundays, camps) at 80% ($2,296.80; $574.20 due from family)
• Approved FY 2022 Applicant #19 for 2 children (After School, Fundays, camps) at 85% ($4,525.40; $798.60 due from family)
• Approved minutes of August 30, 2021 meeting
• Excused absent members Decker-McHale and Gould

Vegetation Committee

The committee will review Article 27 - Landscaping Essentials 101 and approve upcoming schedules for plant walks and meeting dates. The agenda also includes a discussion of inspection reports.

• Review and approval of Article 27 - Landscaping Essentials 101
• Approval of the 2021-2022 Plant Walk Season Schedule
• Approval of 2022 Vegetation Committee Meeting Dates
• Approval of 2022 Vegetation Competency/Fertilizer Endorsement Course

The Vegetation Committee approved Article 27 - Landscaping Essentials 101 with changes to the first sentence, adopted the 2021-2022 Plant Walk Season Schedule, the 2022 meeting dates, and the 2022 Vegetation Competency/Fertilizer Endorsement Course dates. The committee also proposed that City Council recognize October 2022 as Native Plant Month. All motions carried with 6 present and 2 excused.

• Approved Article 27 - Landscaping Essentials 101 with changes to first sentence (6-0)
• Adopted 2021-2022 Plant Walk Season Schedule (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Vegetation Committee meeting dates (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Vegetation Competency/Fertilizer Endorsement Course dates (6-0)
• Proposed City Council recognize October 2022 as Native Plant Month (6-0)

Historical Preservation Committee

The committee approved the September 2, 2021 meeting minutes and excused three absent members. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and updates on the museum, city manager selection, and historic resource list.

• Approved September 2, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Excused absent members Adams, Thompson, and Walton (motion carried)

City Council

The council will conduct a public hearing regarding changes to outdoor dining setbacks and seating rules. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances related to city fees and land development codes. Additionally, the council will consider several labor agreements and infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 21-007 regarding outdoor dining setbacks and seating
• First reading of Ordinance 21-008 regarding payments for city services
• $197,690 contract for Donax Wastewater Reclamation Facility improvements
• $80,455 professional services proposal from Johnson Engineering for NPDES work
• TDC grant of up to $1,605,100 for Beach Park Facility Maintenance

The City Council approved an employment agreement with Dana Souza to become the next City Manager, with a start date of November 15, 2021. The council also adopted Ordinance 21-007, which amends outdoor dining setback and bonus seating rules, and approved several resolutions and contracts, including a compensation study and labor agreements. A motion to authorize the interim city manager to approve special event permits with COVID-19 protocols passed with two dissenting votes.

• Approved employment agreement with Dana Souza as City Manager, start date Nov. 15, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-007 amending outdoor dining setbacks and bonus outdoor seating (5-0)
• Authorized interim city manager to approve existing special events with CDC-recommended COVID protocols (3-2)
• Approved agreement with Management Advisory Group for compensation study (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-070, 21-071, 21-076, and 21-083 for labor agreements and banking designations (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including mowing contract, engineering services, and TDC grants (5-0)
• Approved temporary relocation of senior programs to Recreation Center (5-0)
• Authorized foreclosure proceedings in C&N II code enforcement case (5-0)

City Council

The Sanibel City Council held a special meeting to discuss final candidates for City Manager. The council voted unanimously to select Dana Souza for the position. The agenda also included a period for public comment.

• Unanimous selection of Dana Souza as City Manager

The City Council voted 3-2 to select Dana Souza as the next City Manager, with Keith Williams as the backup candidate. A second unanimous vote confirmed both selections. The decision followed discussion of the three final candidates' qualifications.

• Selected Dana Souza as City Manager (3-2, Henshaw/Crater motion)
• Unanimously confirmed Dana Souza as City Manager
• Selected Keith Williams as backup City Manager candidate (4-1, Mayor Smith opposed)
• Unanimously confirmed Keith Williams as backup candidate

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for candidates Jeffery Durbin, Dana Souza, and Keith Williams. The agenda also includes a period for public comments regarding item 5.

• Candidate interview: Jeffery Durbin
• Candidate interview: Dana Souza
• Candidate interview: Keith Williams
• Public comments regarding item 5

The City Council held a special meeting to interview three finalists for the City Manager position: Jeffrey Durbin, Dana Souza, and Keith Williams. No selection was made during this meeting; a follow-up special meeting was scheduled for September 30, 2021, to make the final selection and a backup candidate.

• Scheduled special meeting for September 30, 2021, to select City Manager and backup candidate
• Interviewed City Manager candidate Jeffrey Durbin
• Interviewed City Manager candidate Dana Souza
• Interviewed City Manager candidate Keith Williams

Below Market Rate Housing Review Sub-Committee

The subcommittee will review Land Development Code Section 82-321 and Chapter 102 regarding the Below Market Rate Housing Program. The meeting includes a presentation from CHR Executive Director Melissa Rice. Members will also discuss recommendations for the 2021 Annual Report.

• Review of Land Development Code Section 82-321 and Chapter 102
• Presentation from CHR Executive Director Melissa Rice
• Motion to draft 2021 Annual Report

The Below Market Rate Housing Review Sub-Committee heard a report from CHR Executive Director Melissa Rice on finances, occupancy, and maintenance, and discussed ways to expand affordable housing. The subcommittee voted to request City Council direct the Planning Commission to review Mixed Use Housing regulations to facilitate CHR housing on commercial properties. It also approved drafting the 2021 Annual Report and authorized the chair to sign it.

• Authorized chair to approve September 28, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
• Requested City Council direct Planning Commission to review Mixed Use Housing regulations for CHR housing on commercial properties (motion carried)
• Directed staff to draft 2021 Annual Report and authorized chair to approve (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a final budget hearing for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. The meeting includes reviewing changes between the tentative and proposed budgets and adopting tax millage rates. The council will also establish committed fund balances for disaster, environmental initiative, and insurance deductible reserves.

• Adoption of final operating and debt service ad valorem millage rates (Resolution 21-079)
• Adoption of the final budget for fiscal year ending September 30, 2022 (Resolution 21-080)
• Establishment of committed fund balances for disaster, environmental initiative, and insurance deductible reserves (Resolution 21-081)
• Review of changes between the tentative budget and proposed final budget

The City Council held a final budget hearing and adopted the operating and debt service millage rates for tax year 2021, set at 1.8299 mills for operating and voted debt service, and 3.46% for the debt service portion. The Council also adopted the final budget for fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, totaling $76,711,153, with corrections to the fiscal year dates. Additionally, the Council established committed fund balances for disaster reserve, environmental initiative reserve, and insurance deductible reserve. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution 21-079 setting millage rates at 1.8299, 1.8299, and 3.46% (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 21-080 approving final FY 2022 budget of $76,711,153 with date corrections (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 21-081 establishing committed fund balances for disaster, environmental, and insurance reserves (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will review the process to date and conduct a discussion to select finalists from nine candidates. The meeting also includes an overview of the remaining process schedule and next steps.

• Selection of finalists from nine candidates, including Stacey Almond and Keith Williams
• Review of a memorandum assessing candidate Keith Williams
• Overview of the revised process schedule

The City Council selected five finalists for the city manager position: Stacey Almond, Jeffrey Durbin, Yvonne Kimball, Dana Souza, and Keith Williams. The selection followed a presentation by Colin Baenziger and Associates on the search process, which included 96 applicants and nine semi-finalists. Council members expressed concerns about the vetting process for internal candidate Keith Williams compared to external candidates. The finalist will be chosen at a special meeting on September 30.

• Selected five finalists for city manager: Stacey Almond, Jeffrey Durbin, Yvonne Kimball, Dana Souza, and Keith Williams
• Scheduled a public reception on September 28 for candidates to meet the community
• Scheduled a special meeting on September 29 for council to interview finalists individually
• Finalist selection set for September 30 special meeting
• Discussed appointment of an interim city manager during the selection process

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on several land development applications. These include requests for variances regarding waterward extensions for boat docks and lifts, as well as a permit for an elevated swimming pool.

• Variance for boat dock and lift at 5821 Pine Tree Drive
• Variance for boat lift addition at 686 Anchor Drive
• Development permit for elevated swimming pool at 5029 Joewood Drive
• Approval of August 10, 2021 meeting minutes

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved three applications: a variance for a new boat dock and lift at 5821 Pine Tree Drive, a variance for a boat lift at 686 Anchor Drive, and a development permit for an elevated swimming pool at 5029 Joewood Drive. All approvals were 5-0, with two commissioners excused. The commission also directed staff to revise and clarify the August 10, 2021 minutes for approval at the next meeting.

• Approved variance 21-12890V for boat dock and lift at 5821 Pine Tree Drive, with 10 of 11 conditions, eliminating dock width condition (5-0)
• Approved variance 21-12900V for boat lift at 686 Anchor Drive, with 9 of 10 conditions, striking dock width condition (5-0)
• Approved development permit 21-12854DP for elevated swimming pool at 5029 Joewood Drive, with all 13 conditions (5-0)
• Directed staff to modify and clarify August 10, 2021 minutes and bring back for adoption (motion carried)

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will consider a 1.0% increase in sewer system rates for residential, commercial, and reclaimed water users. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding outdoor dining setbacks and discussions on COVID-19 vaccination requirements for city employees.

• A 1.0% increase in residential, commercial, and reclaimed water rates (Resolution 21-065)
• Ordinance 21-007 regarding outdoor dining setbacks and seating
• Adjustments to pay ranges for various police officer positions (Resolution 21-062)
• A $33,781.50 purchase of an ABS 47 HP Lift Station Pump
• Budget Amendment 2021-015 increasing the FY2021 budget by $69,375

The City Council adopted the FY2021-2022 classification and pay plan, including a 6% increase for sworn police officers, and approved several special event permits, including the Luminary Holiday Stroll and Veterans Day Ceremony. Council also discussed COVID-19 vaccination policies, ultimately passing a motion to encourage vaccines, track status, and require unvaccinated employees to wear N95/KN95 masks. A request to extend the City Manager's contract was withdrawn, and the Council directed staff to draft ordinances on police special detail fees, natural resources re-inspection fees, and credit card convenience fees.

• Adopted Resolution 21-062 establishing the FY2021-2022 classification and pay plan, including a 6% increase for sworn police officers.
• Approved the Luminary Holiday Stroll special event permit for December 3, 2021.
• Approved the Veterans Day Ceremony special event permit and waived associated fees.
• Approved the Historical Museum and Village, Inc. special event permit to serve alcohol on December 2, 2021.
• Approved the Lion's Club special event permit to sell Christmas trees.
• Passed a motion to encourage employee vaccinations, track status, and require unvaccinated employees to wear N95/KN95 masks.
• Withdrew the request to extend City Manager Zimomra's contract.
• Directed staff to bring back draft ordinances on police special detail fees, natural resources re-inspection fees, and credit card convenience fees.

City Council

The Sanibel City Council is conducting its first budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2022. The agenda includes a presentation of the tentative budget and various fund summaries. The Council will also consider resolutions regarding tentative millage rates and the adoption of the tentative budget.

• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2022 Tentative Budget
• Resolution 21-077: Adoption of tentative ad valorem millage rates for tax year 2021
• Resolution 21-078: Adoption of the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22

The City Council held its first budget hearing and adopted two resolutions: Resolution 21-077 setting the tentative operating millage rate at 1.8922 and total millage at 2.1854 for tax year 2021, and Resolution 21-078 adopting the tentative FY2021-22 budget of $76,711,153. The final budget hearing is scheduled for September 27, 2021, at 5:01 p.m. Finance Director Steve Chaipel presented the tentative budget, noting a 3.7% increase in property values and approximately $77 million in total funds.

• Adopted Resolution 21-077 setting tentative operating millage at 1.8922 (motion by Miller, second by Henshaw)
• Adopted Resolution 21-078 adopting tentative FY2021-22 budget of $76,711,153 (motion by Johnson, second by Smith)
• Scheduled final budget hearing for September 27, 2021, at 5:01 p.m.

Vegetation Committee

The committee will discuss the plan for the October 2021 fertilizer endorsement course. Members will also consider approving landscaping essentials, the plant walk season schedule, and future meeting dates.

• Review and approval of Article 27 - Landscaping Essentials 101
• Plan for October 8, 2021, Vegetation Competency/Fertilizer Endorsement Course
• Approval of the 2021-2022 Plant Walk Season Schedule
• Approval of 2022 meeting and course dates
• Review of inspection reports

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will review the October 2019 Historic Resources Building List. The meeting also includes approval of the August 5, 2021 meeting minutes and various committee reports.

• Approval of August 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of October 2019 Historic Resources Building List
• City Council Liaison Report from Vice Mayor Johnson

The Historical Preservation Committee approved the August 5, 2021 meeting minutes and excused two absent members. The City Council liaison reported that funds for the lighthouse and keepers' cottages were pulled back, and discussed COVID safety protocols and concerns about Historical Museum building conditions. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and discussions.

• Approved August 5, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Excused absent members Fortney and Walton (motion carried)

Recreation Financial Assistance Committee

The committee will review four pending applications for fiscal year 2021 financial assistance. This includes reviewing three repeat applicants and one new applicant. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the August 2, 2021 meeting.

• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #14
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #15
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #16
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #17
• Approval of August 2, 2021 meeting minutes

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee approved financial assistance for three applicants (FY 2021 Applicants #14, #15, and #17) for after-school and camp programs, with the city covering 80-85% of costs. Applicant #16 was returned because additional income verification documents are needed. The committee also voted to exclude 2021 stimulus monies from income calculations on assistance applications.

• Approved excluding 2021 stimulus monies as income on financial assistance applications
• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #14: 1 child, 3 sessions After School Program at 85% ($867 city, $153 family)
• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #15: 1 child, 3 sessions After School Program at 85% ($867 city, $153 family)
• Returned FY 2021 Applicant #16 for more information (second income validation and current pay stub)
• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #17: 1 child, multiple programs at 80% ($2,248 city, $562 family)
• Excused absent members Decker-McHale, Gould, and Tighe
• Adopted August 2, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the 2021-2022 annual special service assessment for solid waste, recycling, and horticultural waste collection. The council will also consider ordinances regarding manufactured home elevations in flood areas and gas-powered leaf blower noise regulations. Other items include reviewing infrastructure grants and security contracts.

• Public hearing for 2021-2022 solid waste, recycling, and horticultural waste assessments
• Ordinance 21-005 regarding manufactured home elevations in flood hazard areas
• Ordinance 21-004 regarding gas-powered leaf blower noise regulations
• $499,955.54 DEP grant for the Woodring Road Living Shoreline Project
• $37,147.12 contract with United Data Technologies for network security upgrades

The Sanibel City Council adopted the annual solid waste assessment resolutions, approved a flood ordinance for manufactured homes, and approved the Bailey's Shopping Center planned unit development ordinance. The council also adopted a revised gas-powered leaf blower ordinance, approved several consent agenda items, and discussed budget adjustments including beach patrol funding and a reserve fund.

• Adopted Resolution 21-059 for solid waste assessment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-060 for solid waste equalization (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-005 for manufactured home flood elevation (4-1, Henshaw opposed)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-006 for Bailey's Shopping Center PUD (4-0, Johnson abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-004 for gas-powered leaf blower revisions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-055, 21-067, 21-068 for cost plan, pay schedule, dental insurance (unanimous)
• Approved non-resolution consent agenda items a, b, c, e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l, m, n, o, q, s, t (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for Recreation Department assessment (unanimous)

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund will review the 2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget. The board will also discuss leave payouts related to the DROP program or separation of service.

• Review and adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Discussion regarding payout of leave upon entering the DROP program or separation of service
• Approval of Attorney's Report from Sugarman and Susskind
• Review of quarterly investment reports from Burgess Chambers and Associates

General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review retiree benefit payments for June through August 2021 and approve various service fees. The meeting includes presentations on investment reports and a fiscal year 2021 cash flow analysis.

• Retiree benefit payments for June, July, and August 2021
• Lorium Law legal fees ($3,000.00)
• DANA Investments management fees ($15,245.32)
• Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc. investment report presentation
• FY 2021 year to date cash flow analysis

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding land development code variances for properties on Blue Heron Drive and West Gulf Drive. The commission will also consider a recommendation to City Council for an ordinance amending regulations for seawalls.

• Variance for generator setbacks at 1051 Blue Heron Drive
• Parking lot reconfiguration at 3041 West Gulf Drive
• Ordinance amendment recommendation regarding seawall regulations

The Sanibel Planning Commission denied a variance for an emergency generator at 1051 Blue Heron Drive because the applicant did not demonstrate it met the required standards. It approved variances and a development permit for the Breakers West condominium parking lot reconfiguration at 3041 West Gulf Drive, with conditions. The commission also recommended City Council approve an ordinance amending seawall regulations, with a 3-2 vote.

• Denied variance for generator at 1051 Blue Heron Drive (5-0)
• Approved variances and development permit for Breakers West parking lot reconfiguration (5-0)
• Recommended approval of seawall ordinance amendments to City Council (3-2)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss various possible COVID-19 related restrictions. Discussion topics include protocols for the Recreation Center and City Hall, as well as signage on the island.

• Discussion of legal COVID-19 restrictions
• Recreation Center protocols
• City Hall protocols
• Signage on the island
• Motion for remote Council Member participation

The Sanibel City Council held a special meeting to discuss COVID-19 restrictions and approved three measures: requiring masks for all employees and visitors over age two in Recreation Department facilities, requiring masks in City Hall facilities (excluding restrooms and bathhouses, with medical exemptions), and approving electronic sign text encouraging vaccination and mask use. The council also approved Resolution 21-066, amended to note the virus's impact 'especially to the unvaccinated.' Councilman Henshaw was excused and did not vote.

• Approved mask mandate for Recreation Department facilities (4-1, Mayor Smith opposed)
• Approved mask mandate for City Hall facilities including Public Works complex (unanimous among present)
• Approved electronic sign text: 'Welcome to Sanibel', 'Please Vaccinate', 'Please Mask Indoors'
• Approved Resolution 21-066 as amended to include 'especially to the unvaccinated'

Historical Preservation Committee

The committee will review the July 1, 2021 meeting minutes for approval. Members will also receive reports from Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. regarding acquisitions and monthly updates. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the October 2019 Historic Building Draft List.

• Approval of July 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. acquisitions report
• Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. monthly report
• Review of October 2019 Historic Building Draft List

The Historical Preservation Committee approved the acceptance of two donated acquisitions: a 2007 photo of the Sanibel Causeway bridge and the original hand crank used to lift the original Causeway Draw Bridge. The committee also approved the July 1, 2021 meeting minutes and excused three absent members. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and updates.

• Accepted donated 2007 Sanibel Causeway bridge photo and original draw bridge hand crank (motion carried)
• Approved July 1, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Excused absent members Fortney, Thompson, and Walton (motion carried)

Recreation Financial Assistance Committee

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee will review four pending applications for financial assistance. This includes one new applicant and three repeat applicants. The agenda also includes a director's report and a council liaison report.

• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #10 (New)
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #11 (Repeat)
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #12 (Repeat)
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #13 (Repeat)
• Approval of June 14, 2021 meeting minutes

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee approved four pending applications for financial assistance, covering summer camp, after-school programs, and other recreation activities for children. All motions carried unanimously, with one member excused. The committee also heard reports on recreation programs and City Council activities.

• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #10 for 2 children, 2 weeks Summer Camp at 70% ($487.20 aid, $208.80 family due)
• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #11 for 1 child, 4 weeks Summer Camp and 3 After School sessions at 75% ($1,170.00 aid, $390.00 family due)
• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #12 for 2 children, 3 After School sessions, 10 Fundays, 2 weeks Winter Camp, 1 week Spring Camp at 85% ($2,941.00 aid, $519.00 family due)
• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #13 for 2 children, 3 After School sessions, 10 Fundays, 2 weeks Winter Camp, 1 week Spring Camp, 8 weeks 2022 Summer Camp at 85% ($4,777.00 aid, $843.00 family due)
• Approved June 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Excused Committee Member Bell from meeting

Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing proposed changes to the Land Development Code regarding seawalls and accessory marine structures. The agenda also includes a variance request for a boat dock at 1133 Golden Olive Drive and a dredging permit for 1503 San Carlos Bay Drive.

• Ordinance amendments for seawall and accessory marine structure regulations
• Variance for a boat dock and lift at 1133 Golden Olive Drive
• Dredging permit for 102 cubic yards of material at 1503 San Carlos Bay Drive
• Ordinance amendments regarding outdoor dining and seating

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved a variance for a boat dock and lift at 1133 Golden Olive Drive and a dredging permit at 1503 San Carlos Bay Drive, both with conditions. It also voted to forward recommendations to City Council for amendments to outdoor dining regulations. A proposed seawall ordinance was continued to the August 10 meeting for final review.

• Approved variance 21-12879V for boat dock/lift at 1133 Golden Olive Drive (6-0)
• Approved dredging permit 21-12856DP at 1503 San Carlos Bay Drive (6-0)
• Approved forwarding outdoor dining amendments to City Council (6-0)
• Continued seawall ordinance to August 10 meeting (5-1, Kirchner opposed)
• Authorized Chair to execute outdoor dining resolution without further review (6-0)
• Adopted June 13 and amended June 22 meeting minutes

City Council

This meeting is a budget workshop where no formal action will be taken. Finance Director Steve Chaipel will lead a discussion regarding the draft Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.

• Presentation of the FY2022 Draft Budget
• Public comment period

The City Council held a budget workshop to discuss the draft FY2022 budget, with no formal actions or decisions taken. Finance Director Steve Chaipel presented the budget, projected at $75,304,820 in ending fund balance, and discussed revenue sources, fund types, and capital projects. Council members asked questions about fund balances, project delays, staffing vacancies, and potential funding for shared use paths and other initiatives.

• No formal decisions or actions taken during the workshop
• Discussed draft FY2022 budget with projected ending fund balance of $75,304,820
• Noted FY2021 is the last year of payments for Pond Apple Park debt issuance
• Identified $55,000 error in grants table for Historical Museum and Village, confirmed accounted for
• Discussed potential $200,000 reduction in Recreation revenue assumption for FY2022

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Sanibel Code Enforcement Board will hold a hearing concerning repeat violations at 2761 West Gulf Drive. The case involves C&N II LLC and The Sandbar Restaurant regarding failure to move or maintain a dumpster. The board will also determine when $250 fines began accruing.

• Hearing on repeat violations 2021-143 and 2018-224
• Review of failure to comply with DP #19-11396 regarding dumpster removal
• Determination of start dates for $250 fines

City Council

The City Council will discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2022 budget and the proposed operating millage rate. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances regarding gas-powered leaf blowers and flood elevation standards for manufactured homes. The council will also consider several contract awards for city infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance 21-004: Amending code regarding gas-powered leaf blowers
• Ordinance 21-005: Specifying elevation of manufactured homes in flood hazard areas
• Contract award for 2021 Sanibel River Clearing Project ($78,450)
• Contract award for 2021 Bridge, Box Culvert and Water Control Structure Repairs ($199,084.50)
• Budget amendment of $95,336 to fund various recreation positions

The City Council adopted Resolution 21-056, setting the proposed operating millage rate for the 2021 tax year at 1.8922 mils, with a proposed aggregate millage of 2.1584 mils and aggregate taxes levied of $10,625,615.00. The rate can only be lowered before the final budget hearing. The Council also approved several other items, including a budget amendment, contracts, and resolutions for solid waste rates.

• Adopted Resolution 21-056 setting the proposed 2021 operating millage rate at 1.8922 mils.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-003 amending rules of construction and definitions in the Land Development Code.
• Approved Resolution 21-054, a budget amendment appropriating $95,336 for Recreation positions.
• Approved Resolution 21-058 designating officials to execute banking documents.
• Approved consent agenda items including the FY2020 ACFR, contracts for river clearing ($78,450), bridge repairs ($199,084.50), and SUP striping ($56,246.25).
• Adopted Resolution 21-052 for the FY2021-2022 solid waste initial assessment.
• Adopted Resolution 21-053 establishing the solid waste rate structure for FY2021-2022.
• Directed staff to draft an RFP for an Organizational and Staffing Review and to publish an RFP for Recreation Center improvement consultant services.

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to recommend ordinance changes regarding bonus outdoor seats and outdoor dining seating to the City Council. The meeting also includes a review of Resolution 21-12 and monthly reports on development permits and code enforcement.

• Public hearing for outdoor dining and bonus seating ordinance amendments
• Review and approval of Resolution 21-12
• June 2021 Development Permit Activity Report
• June 2021 Code Enforcement Activity Report

The Planning Commission continued the public hearing on the bonus outdoor seating ordinance to July 27, 2021, after extensive discussion and proposed amendments. The Commission also adopted Resolution 21-12 as amended, approving conditions for Periwinkle Place with clarified language and attachments.

• Continued public hearing on bonus outdoor seating ordinance to July 27, 2021 (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 21-12 as amended for Periwinkle Place (motion carried)
• Excused absent Commissioner Symroski (motion carried)
• Excused absent Commissioner DeBruce (motion carried)
• Adopted June 22, 2021 minutes (motion carried)

Vegetation Committee

The committee will review inspection reports and the status of the Environmental Handbook. Members will also discuss 'Pining for Pines' and prepare for an upcoming landscaper's class regarding native plants. The meeting includes the introduction of new member Barbara Boyce.

• Introduction of new committee member Barbara Boyce
• Approval of June 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Environmental Handbook status
• Review of October Landscaper's Class slideshow for native plants
• Review of inspection reports

The Vegetation Committee approved the 'Pining for Pines' article as written, to be submitted to the Natural Resources Department for revisions and then published. They also approved the June 3, 2021 meeting minutes with a correction to Old Business item c. Both absent members were excused.

• Approved the June 3, 2021 meeting minutes with a revision to Old Business item c.
• Approved the 'Pining for Pines' article for submission and publication.
• Excused Committee Members Marks and Maughan from the meeting.

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will review the 2019 Draft Historic Building List. The meeting also includes reports from Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. and the City Council Liaison.

• Approval of June 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Inc. acquisitions and monthly report
• Review of Draft Historic Building List (2019)

The Historical Preservation Committee approved the June 3, 2021 meeting minutes and excused absent member Jim Pickens. The committee received reports on museum acquisitions and activities, discussed the draft Historic Building List, and heard updates from the City Council liaison. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Excused Committee Member Jim Pickens (motion carried)
• Adopted June 3, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding development requests at two shopping center locations. One request seeks a waiver for vegetation buffers at Periwinkle Place Shopping Center. Another proposes amending development standards for Bailey’s Shopping Center.

• Landscaping and vegetation buffer waiver for 2075 Periwinkle Way
• Development standard amendment for 2477 and 2431 Periwinkle Way
• Approval of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to forward a recommendation to City Council approving seven amendments to the Land Development Code for Bailey's Shopping Center, with a modification to Section 126-1477(c) to specify 18 commercial units. The Commission also approved a vegetation buffer waiver for Periwinkle Place Shopping Center, with conditions including a 120-day timeline for the front buffer and phased implementation for west, rear, and east buffers over 15, 27, and 39 months respectively. Both motions carried 6-0 with Commissioner Symroski excused.

• Approved forwarding to City Council a recommendation to approve seven Land Development Code amendments for Bailey's Shopping Center, with Section 126-1477(c) modified to 18 commercial units.
• Approved Application 21-12827WVR, a vegetation buffer waiver for Periwinkle Place Shopping Center, with conditions including a 120-day front buffer implementation and phased side/rear buffer completion.
• Approved the June 8, 2021 meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda.
• Excused Commissioner Symroski from the meeting.
• Amended the agenda to hear the Bailey's Shopping Center public hearing before the Periwinkle Place waiver hearing.

Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee

The Sub-Committee will continue discussing proposed Land Development Code revisions regarding seawalls and erosion control structures. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding outdoor dining and bonus outdoor seating.

• Proposed revisions to the Land Development Code for seawalls and erosion control structures
• Discussion of Outdoor Dining / Bonus Outdoor Seating
• Approval of March 9, 2021 minutes

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee discussed proposed revisions to seawall and erosion control standards, with staff instructed to draft conditions allowing waterward installation consistent with the Sanibel Plan. The committee also reviewed staff recommendations for outdoor dining and bonus outdoor seating code amendments, and voted to forward them to the Planning Commission. No final decisions were made on the seawall revisions.

• Approved March 9, 2021 minutes with scrivener's errors corrected (motion carried)
• Excused Commissioner Symroski (motion carried)
• Excused Commissioner Kirchner from remainder of meeting (motion carried)
• Forwarded outdoor dining/bonus outdoor seating code recommendations to Planning Commission (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will review presentations from two executive search services firms, Baenziger & Associates and The Mercer Group. Following these presentations, the Council will engage in discussion and selection of a search firm.

• Presentation by Baenziger & Associates
• Presentation by The Mercer Group
• Discussion and selection of an executive search services firm

The City Council selected Colin Baenziger & Associates as the executive search firm for the city manager position, authorizing the City Attorney and Mayor to negotiate and finalize the contract. As a backup, the Council also approved contracting with the Mercer Group if negotiations with Baenziger fail. The decision followed presentations from both firms and a straw poll showing majority support for Baenziger.

• Approved selecting Colin Baenziger & Associates as the search firm for the city manager position
• Authorized the City Attorney and Mayor to negotiate and finalize the contract with Baenziger
• Approved contracting with the Mercer Group as a fallback if negotiations with Baenziger are unsuccessful

Recreation Financial Assistance Committee

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also consider a new application for FY 2021 financial assistance.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of April 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #9 for financial assistance

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee approved FY 2021 Applicant #9 for one child to attend 6 weeks of Summer Camp at 85% funding, totaling $887.40, with $156.60 due from the family. The committee also re-elected Barry Roth as Chair and Richard McCurry as Vice Chair, and approved the April 26, 2021 meeting minutes with an amended roll call. Absent members Gabriela Bell and Lewis Gould were excused.

• Re-elected Barry Roth as Chairperson
• Re-elected Richard McCurry as Vice Chairperson
• Approved April 26, 2021 minutes with amended roll call to include Committee Member Tongyai
• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #9: 1 child, 6 weeks Summer Camp, 85% ($887.40), family pays $156.60
• Excused absent members Gabriela Bell and Lewis Gould
• Adjourned meeting at 10:21 a.m.

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding a landscaping waiver for Periwinkle Place Shopping Center and a code amendment for Bailey’s Shopping Center. The meeting also includes reports on development permit and code enforcement activity from April and May 2021.

• Landscaping waiver request for 2075 Periwinkle Way
• Code amendment for Bailey's Shopping Center at 2477 and 2431 Periwinkle Way
• April and May 2021 development permit activity reports
• April and May 2021 code enforcement activity reports

The Sanibel Planning Commission voted 6-0 to continue the landscaping waiver request for Periwinkle Place Shopping Center to June 22, 2021, allowing the applicant to submit revised plans covering all four buffers. The commission also directed staff to prepare a draft ordinance for the Bailey's Shopping Center PUD amendment, with a final site plan to return on June 22. Both actions were taken with Commissioner Kirchner excused.

• Continued Periwinkle Place landscaping waiver to June 22, 2021 (6-0)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance for Bailey's PUD amendment (6-0)
• Adopted April 27, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted May 25, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
• Excused Commissioner Kirchner from meeting (motion carried)

Vegetation Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and introduce new members. Discussion items include inspection protocols and a letter to landscapers regarding native versus non-native plants. The committee will also approve the 2021 meeting schedule and a fertilizer course date.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of letter to landscapers regarding native vs. non-native plants
• Approval of 2021 meeting dates
• Approval of October 8, 2021, Vegetation Competency and Fertilizer Course Date
• Review of the 2019 Annual Report

The Sanibel Vegetation Committee elected Pamela Miller as Chair and Barbara Horvath as Vice Chair. The committee approved a hybrid vegetation exam option requiring new applicants to test in person while allowing renewals online, and approved sending a landscaper letter about native plants with October renewals. Meeting dates and the October 8 competency course date were also approved.

• Elected Pamela Miller as Chairperson
• Elected Barbara Horvath as Vice Chairperson
• Approved staff's option #3 for vegetation exams: new applicants in person, renewals online
• Approved Landscapers letter on native plants to be sent with October renewals
• Adopted 2021 meeting schedule (July 1, Sept 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2)
• Approved October 8, 2021 for Vegetation Competency and Fertilizer Course
• Approved March 5, 2020 meeting minutes

Historical Preservation Committee

The committee will conduct elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes a review of the 2019 Draft Historic Building List and reports from staff and the City Council Liaison.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of February 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Draft Historic Building List (2019)

The Historical Preservation Committee re-elected Deborah Gleason as Chairperson and Clivie Goodwin as Vice Chairperson. The committee approved the February 4, 2021 meeting minutes with an address correction and accepted museum acquisitions presented by the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational reports and discussions.

• Re-elected Deborah Gleason as Chairperson (motion carried)
• Elected Clivie Goodwin as Vice Chairperson (motion carried)
• Approved February 4, 2021 meeting minutes with address correction (motion carried)
• Accepted Historical Museum acquisitions: rocking chair that extends into a highchair and 4 books (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will discuss water quality updates, leaf blower regulations, and outdoor dining. The agenda also includes the adoption of a school resource officer agreement and budget amendments for recreation facilities.

• $248,150 contract award to Johnson Controls for Recreation Center HVAC replacement
• $50,000 agreement with Lee County School Board for a School Resource Officer
• $50,000 funding request from SCCF for water quality sensors
• First reading of Ordinance 21-003 regarding Land Development Code amendments
• Entertainment license determination for The Tipsy Turtle Restaurant and Bar

The City Council voted to make masks optional for visitors to City facilities while requiring employees to either be fully vaccinated or follow all CDC guidelines if unvaccinated. The council also approved several other items, including a $248,150 contract for replacing Recreation Center HVAC chillers, a $50,000 agreement for a School Resource Officer, and a $50,000 grant to the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation for water quality sensors. An entertainment license for The Tipsy Turtle restaurant was approved with conditions, and the council authorized the mayor to sign a letter to the Army Corps of Engineers regarding Lake Okeechobee releases.

• Approved motion making masks optional for City facility visitors and requiring unvaccinated staff to follow CDC guidelines (4-1, Henshaw opposed)
• Approved $248,150 contract with Johnson Controls for Recreation Center HVAC chiller replacement
• Approved $50,000 School Resource Officer agreement with Lee County School Board for 2021-2022
• Approved $50,000 grant to SCCF for RECON water quality sensor replacement
• Adopted Resolution 21-048 approving entertainment license for The Tipsy Turtle with conditions, including returning in July with an improved plan (4-1, Mayor Smith opposed)
• Authorized Mayor Smith to sign letter to Colonel Kelly regarding Lake Okeechobee releases
• Approved Recreation Department staffing recommendations and summer youth program budget amendment of $22,375
• Appointed Vice Mayor Johnson as liaison to Resiliency Water Compact and Renewable Energy Working Group

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings for several development applications. These include an erosion control structure at 1248 Buttonwood Lane, a telecommunications tower replacement on Sanibel Captiva Road, and a new carry-out food store at Periwinkle Place Shopping Center.

• Erosion control structure permit for 1248 Buttonwood Lane
• Telecommunications tower replacement at 3445 Sanibel Captiva Road
• Carry-out food store application for 2075 Periwinkle Way

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved three applications unanimously (7-0): a conditional use permit and development permit for an erosion control structure at 1248 Buttonwood Lane, a conditional use permit for a carry-out ice cream store at Periwinkle Place, and a development permit to replace a 151-foot guyed telecommunications tower with a 149-foot monopole at 3445 Sanibel Captiva Road. A motion to continue the erosion control request until the property was brought into compliance failed due to lack of a second. The Commission also authorized the Chair to work with the Mayor and staff to present a consolidated priorities and task list to City Council.

• Approved erosion control structure at 1248 Buttonwood Lane (Applications 20-12297CUP and 20-12598DP) with 17 conditions (7-0)
• Approved carry-out ice cream store at Periwinkle Place (Application 21-12704CUP) with 10 conditions (7-0)
• Approved replacement of 151-foot guyed telecom tower with 149-foot monopole at 3445 Sanibel Captiva Road (Application 21-12741DP) with 8 conditions (7-0)
• Motion to continue erosion control request until property brought into compliance failed (no second)
• Authorized Chair to work with Mayor and staff to present consolidated priorities and task list to City Council
• Commission to review consolidated list before forwarding to City Council

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund will review quarterly investment reports from Burgess Chambers and Associates. The board will also discuss leave payouts related to the DROP program or separation of service.

• Review of Q1 2021 investment report
• Discussion regarding leave payouts for the DROP program or separation of service
• Approval of attorney's report from Sugarman and Susskind
• Approval of February 10, 2021 meeting minutes

The Sanibel Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund board approved the 7.5% contribution rate discussed in the actuarial report, accepted the attorney's report, and approved the consultant's first quarterly reports. The board tabled discussion on payout of leave upon entering DROP or separation of service until the August 11, 2021 meeting with City Attorney Agnew present. No public comment was made.

• Approved 7.5% contribution rate from actuarial report (motion carried)
• Tabled DROP payout discussion until August 11, 2021 meeting
• Approved consultant's first quarterly reports (Burgess Chambers and Associates)
• Accepted attorney's report (Sugarman and Susskind)
• Adopted February 10, 2021 minutes
• Excused absent board members Reiss and Smith

General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review quarterly investment reports and a year-to-date cash flow analysis for the pension plan. The agenda also includes approving various management fees and retiree benefit payments from March through May 2021.

• Approval of retiree benefit payments for March, April, and May 2021
• Quarterly investment report presentation by Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc.
• Review of management and consulting fees, including $8,000 to Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc.
• Presentation of FY 2021 year-to-date cash flow analysis

The board approved the consent agenda covering retiree benefit payments and various fees, and voted to send a letter to American Core Realty to halt redemptions of real estate principals and interests. No other substantive decisions were made; a retiree benefit change was informational only.

• Approved consent agenda items including retiree benefit payments and fees (motion carried)
• Approved sending letter to American Core Realty to halt redemptions (motion carried)

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss transition planning for the City Manager’s office. The discussion includes reviewing an email from City Manager Zimomra and City Charter Sections 4.01 and 4.02.

• Transition planning for the City Manager’s office

The City Council discussed the upcoming vacancy created by City Manager Zimomra's retirement and directed the City Attorney, in conjunction with the City Manager, to contact three named search firms (Mercer Group, Colin Baenziger & Associates, and Strategic Government Resource) plus any additional firms suggested by Council, to present proposals at the June 1, 2021 meeting. The motion carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Directed City Attorney and City Manager to contact three named search firms and any additional firms suggested by Council (5-0)
• Set June 1, 2021 as the date for firms to present proposals

City Council

The City Council will review several professional service agreements and budget amendments. The meeting includes discussions regarding leaf blowers, outdoor dining, and an entertainment license for a local restaurant. Additionally, the council will appoint members to various municipal committees.

• $547,000 street resurfacing contract award to Community Asphalt Corp
• Entertainment license determination for The Tipsy Turtle Restaurant and Bar
• $32,504.40 agreement extension with Granicus, Inc.
• $12,750 proposal for updating traffic and cycling video communications
• Budget amendment to fund an Aquatics Manager position

The City Council directed staff to evaluate a stand-alone police department on the City Hall campus and pause current design services, while also approving a $547,000 street resurfacing contract and several professional service agreements. Council approved a $24,000 ventilation upgrade for the Recreation Center weight room and adopted resolutions for budget amendments and committee appointments. The entertainment license for Tipsy Turtle was tabled until the next meeting, with a written plan required by May 25.

• Directed staff to evaluate stand-alone police facility and pause ADG design services (carried)
• Awarded 2021 Street Resurfacing contract to Community Asphalt Corp. for $547,000 (carried)
• Approved $24,000 ventilation upgrade for Recreation Center weight room (carried)
• Adopted Resolution 21-040 appropriating $29,085 for Aquatics Manager position (carried)
• Approved consent agenda items including professional services agreements and police MOU (carried)
• Tabled Tipsy Turtle entertainment license; owner must provide written plan by May 25
• Directed staff to draft ordinance on gas-powered leaf blowers for June discussion (carried)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance making outdoor dining permanent (carried)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a variance and development permit for a new residence and swimming pool at 1226 Isabel Drive. The application includes a request to allow the structure to penetrate the primary angle-of-light. The meeting also includes reviews of March 2021 activity reports for development permits and code enforcement.

• Variance and development permit for 1226 Isabel Drive
• Adoption of April 13, 2021 minutes
• March 2021 Development Permit Activity Report
• March 2021 Code Enforcement Activity Report

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved a variance and development permit for a new single-family residence and pool at 1226 Isabel Drive, allowing the structure to penetrate the primary angle-of-light plane. The motion carried 3-1 with one abstention and two excused members. The approval includes 11 conditions from the staff report, and the chair is authorized to execute the resolution without further review.

• Approved variance and development permit for 1226 Isabel Drive (3-1, Pfeifer abstained, Nichols and Storjohann excused)
• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes as amended
• Excused absent members Nichols and Storjohann
• Adjourned meeting at 10:13 a.m.

Recreation Financial Assistance Committee

The committee will review a new application for fiscal year 2021 financial assistance. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the February 22, 2021 meeting and reports from the Council Liaison and Director.

• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #8 (New)
• Approval of February 22, 2021 meeting minutes

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee approved financial assistance for FY 2021 Applicant #8, covering 2 children for 2 sessions of After School Program, 4 Fundays, and 1 week of Spring Break at 65%, totaling $1,218.10 with $655.90 due from the family. The committee also adopted the February 22, 2021 meeting minutes. No public comment was received, and the next meeting date was corrected to June 14, 2021.

• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #8 financial assistance (2 children, 65% coverage, $1,218.10 total, $655.90 family share)
• Adopted February 22, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to Land Development Code Section 78-1. This item involves the definition of formula retail. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from February and March 2021.

• Public hearing for proposed amendment to Land Development Code Section 78-1
• Approval of February 23, 2021, meeting minutes
• Approval of March 9, 2021, meeting minutes

Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee is continuing a discussion regarding proposed changes to the city's code. The focus of this meeting is on revisions pertaining to seawalls and erosion control structures.

• Proposed revisions to the Land Development Code for seawalls and erosion control structures

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee continued discussing revisions to the City's sign regulations to align with Supreme Court case law on content neutrality. Staff received direction on draft language for temporary signs, exempt signs, and related definitions. The Subcommittee voted to forward its recommendations to the Planning Commission for further review.

• Excused Commissioner Kirchner (motion carried)
• Forwarded sign code revision recommendations to Planning Commission

City Council

The City Council will review an ordinance to update the official parking zone map and beach area parking restrictions. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 impacts on recreation center operations and discussions regarding police modernization. Additionally, the council will consider various business items including entertainment licenses and special event permits.

• Ordinance 21-002 regarding beach area parking restrictions
• $56,523.98 contract for Beach Parks Restroom Door Replacement Project
• Request for 10 additional special event permits for Casa Ybel Resort
• Resolution 21-039 for a septic conversion study on Captiva Island
• Entertainment license requests for 400 Rabbits and Traders Sanibel

The City Council approved hiring an Aquatics Manager for the Recreation Center and authorized a budget adjustment for the position. Council also directed staff to draft a plan to reopen the Recreation Center to pre-pandemic service levels, including costs and a communications plan. Additionally, the Council approved a contract modification for the Beach Road Weir drainage project and adopted several resolutions, including one for an entertainment license for 400 Rabbits restaurant.

• Approved hiring an Aquatics Manager and authorized budget adjustment for the position.
• Directed staff to draft a Recreation Center reopening plan with costs and communications plan.
• Approved contract modification for Beach Road Weir drainage project grant.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-002 updating the official parking zone map.
• Adopted Resolution 21-032 for disposal of surplus capital assets.
• Adopted Resolution 21-033 for classification plan changes in Community Services.
• Approved entertainment license for 400 Rabbits restaurant.
• Approved participation in a grant application for sea level rise analysis.

City Council

The City Council will hold elections for Mayor and Vice Mayor following the oaths of office for new members. The agenda includes discussions on COVID-19 recreation center operations and water quality issues. The council will also review several special event applications.

• Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Purchase of police radios and equipment for $17,579.84
• Discussion on COVID-19 recreation center operations
• Review of special event applications including a 10K race and New Year's Eve event

The City Council held its organizational meeting, swearing in newly elected members Dr. Scott Crater, John Henshaw, and Mike Miller, and then electing Holly D. Smith as Mayor and Richard Johnson as Vice Mayor. The Council approved the consent agenda, including a resolution acknowledging the election results and a $17,579.84 purchase of police radios and equipment. It also approved staff recommendations to expand Recreation Center operations starting March 22, 2021, and authorized drafting letters to the Army Corps of Engineers regarding a balanced LOSOM plan and to the Governor supporting reappointment of Cheryl Meads and Charlette Roman to the SFWMD Board. The Council directed staff to create a spreadsheet for liaison assignments and approved resuming special event applications for events starting October 1, 2021.

• Swore in new Councilmembers Dr. Scott Crater, John Henshaw, and Mike Miller.
• Elected Holly D. Smith as Mayor and Richard Johnson as Vice Mayor.
• Adopted Resolution 21-031 acknowledging the March 2, 2021 municipal election results.
• Approved purchase of police radios and equipment for $17,579.84.
• Approved staff recommendations to expand Recreation Center operations effective March 22, 2021.
• Authorized drafting a letter to the Army Corps of Engineers regarding a balanced LOSOM plan.
• Authorized drafting a letter to the Governor supporting reappointment of Cheryl Meads and Charlette Roman to the SFWMD Board.
• Approved resuming special event applications for events starting October 1, 2021, with Council approval for new events between October 1 and April 1.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review Resolution 21-04 and discuss potential updates to formula retail sections in the code following direction from City Council. The meeting also includes reports on February 2021 development permit activity and code enforcement activity.

• Review and approval of Resolution 21-04
• Potential updates to formula retail sections in the code
• February 2021 Development Permit Activity Report
• February 2021 Code Enforcement Activity Report

The Planning Commission adopted Resolution 21-04, amending it to combine items 1(d) and 1(e) into requirement 6. The Commission also tabled the February 23, 2021 minutes to the March 23, 2021 meeting, and forwarded the topic of retail formula code updates to the Land Development Code Review Subcommittee. The February 9, 2021 minutes were adopted.

• Adopted the February 9, 2021 minutes.
• Tabled the February 23, 2021 minutes to the March 23, 2021 meeting.
• Adopted Resolution 21-04 with the amendment combining items 1(d) and 1(e).
• Forwarded the consideration of potential edits to the retail formula section of the Code to the Land Development Code Review Subcommittee.

Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee will continue discussions regarding content neutral signs. The committee will also discuss and provide direction to staff concerning formula retail.

• Continued discussion regarding content neutral signs
• Discussion and direction to staff regarding formula retail
• Approval of February 9, 2021 minutes

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee approved draft language amending the definition of 'Formula Retail Store' in the Land Development Code, removing certain contractual language and adding 'which are distinctive to, or standardized among, some or all other locations.' The subcommittee also directed staff to draft an ordinance for content-neutral sign regulations to be forwarded to the Planning Commission. Both motions carried unanimously.

• Approved draft language amending Formula Retail Store definition (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft content-neutral sign ordinance for Planning Commission (7-0)
• Adopted February 9, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Amended agenda to discuss New Business Item 6a before Old Business (7-0)

City Council

The council will review an ordinance amending beach area parking zone maps and restrictions. The agenda also includes discussions regarding COVID-19 signage and water quality. Additionally, several contracts for beach monitoring and housing repairs are up for approval.

• Ordinance 21-002: Amending beach area parking zone maps and restrictions
• $41,002 in funding for repairs at Lake Palm Condos on Wooster Street
• $79,997 contract for a 2021 Beach Monitoring Survey
• $10,000 grant for gopher tortoise habitat improvement at Gulfside City Park
• $31,682.84 purchase of a Ford F-350 pickup truck

The City Council denied two special event permits for outdoor music fundraisers at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa, citing concerns about the venue and nesting seasons. It approved a beach cleanup fundraiser by the Children's Education Center for the Island, with the event time set from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. and no attendance cap. The council also directed the Planning Commission to review and revise formula retail definitions, and authorized drafting a letter to legislators regarding vacation rental bills.

• Denied two special event permits for Sundial Beach Resort & Spa outdoor music fundraisers (motion carried)
• Approved Children's Education Center beach cleanup fundraiser, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., no cap (motion carried)
• Directed Planning Commission to examine formula retail/restaurant definitions for revision (motion carried)
• Authorized Vice Mayor Smith to draft letter to legislation on vacation rental bill (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda items including CHNEP contribution, resolutions 21-022, 21-023, 21-024, and various contracts (motion carried)
• Approved removal of all temporary pandemic signage effective March 8, 2021, while allowing small white lighting in outdoor dining areas (motion carried)
• Continued approval of Alicia Tighe's resignation from Recreation Financial Assistance Committee to March 16 meeting (consensus)

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new single-family residence and pool at 1226 Isabel Drive. The commission will also consider an application to replace exterior siding at the Sanibel Community Church.

• Variance and development permit for a new home and pool at 1226 Isabel Drive
• Siding replacement for historic chapel at 1740 Periwinkle Way

The Planning Commission denied a variance and development permit for a new single-family home at 1226 Isabel Drive, with a 3-3 vote and one abstention, citing failure to meet variance standards. The commission then voted to indefinitely continue the application. Separately, the commission approved an amended Certificate of Appropriateness for the Sanibel Community Church to replace exterior siding, with a 6-0 vote and one abstention.

• Denied variance and development permit for 1226 Isabel Drive (Applications 21-12538V & 21-12550DP) with a 3-3 vote and one abstention.
• Voted to indefinitely continue the Isabel Drive application after the denial.
• Approved amended Certificate of Appropriateness for Sanibel Community Church siding replacement (Application 19-11711CA) with a 6-0 vote and one abstention.
• Continued approval of February 9, 2021 minutes to the March 9, 2021 meeting.

Recreation Financial Assistance Committee

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee will review pending applications for fiscal year 2021. The committee is also scheduled to approve the 2020 Annual Report. Reports from the Director and Council Liaison will be presented.

• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #6
• Review of FY 2021 Applicant #7
• Approval of the 2020 Annual Report
• Approval of December 21, 2020 meeting minutes

The Recreation Financial Assistance Committee approved financial assistance for FY 2021 Applicant #6, covering 80% of costs for one child's After School Program and Summer Camp sessions, totaling $1,300 with $325 due from the family. The committee also approved the December 2020 meeting minutes and the 2020 Annual Report. Applicant #7 was returned for further information. All votes were unanimous among the three members present.

• Approved FY 2021 Applicant #6: 80% assistance ($1,300) for 1 child, 2 After School sessions, 7 Summer Camp sessions (3-0)
• Approved December 21, 2020 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2020 Annual Report (3-0)
• Returned FY 2021 Applicant #7 for further information
• Excused absent members Tighe and McCurry (3-0)

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund will review minutes from November 4, 2020. The board will also examine actuarial valuations and quarterly investment reports.

• Approval of November 4, 2020 minutes
• Review of Bureau of Local Retirement Systems Actuarial Valuations
• Review of Investment Report for the quarter ending December 31, 2020
• Review of Morningstar Profiles Report
• Review of Voya Report

The Sanibel Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund board approved moving $700,000 from a Centennial Bank account into short-term and high-yield bonds, as recommended by consultant Burgess Chambers. The board also accepted the consultant's report, the Foster & Foster actuarial report, and the Sugarman & Susskind legal report. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved moving $700,000 from Centennial Bank to short-term and high-yield bonds (unanimous)
• Accepted Burgess Chambers consultant's report (unanimous)
• Approved Foster & Foster 2020 Actuarial Variation Report (unanimous)
• Approved Sugarman & Susskind report on E-Verify law (unanimous)
• Adopted November 4, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Excused absent board members Reiss and Smith (unanimous)

General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will review retiree benefit payments and various administrative fees. The meeting includes presentations on quarterly investment performance and an actuarial valuation report. Staff will also present a year-to-date cash flow analysis for fiscal year 2021.

• Retiree benefit payments for December 2020 ($209,538.87)
• Investment Report by Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc.
• Actuarial Valuation Report by Foster & Foster, Inc.
• Legal fees of $3,000.00 to Rice Pugatch Robinson Storfer & Cohen
• FY 2021 year-to-date cash flow analysis

The board approved lowering the actuarial assumption return rate to 6.5 percent and approved the Actuarial Valuation Report. It also approved the consent agenda covering retiree benefit payments and various fees, and adopted the December 2020 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved lowering assumption return rate to 6.5%
• Approved Actuarial Valuation Report as of October 1, 2020
• Approved consent agenda items a-m (retiree payments, legal, management, consulting fees)
• Adopted December 10, 2020 minutes
• Excused absent trustees Fellows and Law
• Approved virtual participation for Pyle and Decker (non-voting)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several public hearings regarding land use and construction requests. These include a request for an accessory structure at the Sanibel Historic Museum and Village, as well as permits for a new bike rental business at the Islander Center. The commission will also review waiver requests for landscaping and setback modifications at 2407 Periwinkle Way.

• Construction of an accessory structure at Sanibel Historic Museum and Village (800 Dunlop Road)
• New bike rental and retail business at Islander Center, Unit 3 (2407 Periwinkle Way)
• Landscaping and setback waiver requests for 2407 Periwinkle Way
• January 2021 Development Permit Activity Report
• January 2021 Code Enforcement Activity Report

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for an open-air pavilion at the Sanibel Historic Museum and Village (7-0) and denied a Conditional Use Permit and Development Permit for a new bike rental and retail business at Islander Center (7-0). The commission also approved a setback waiver but denied a vegetation buffer waiver for the same property.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for accessory structure at Sanibel Historic Museum and Village (7-0)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit and Development Permit for bike rental business at 2407 Periwinkle Way (7-0)
• Approved setback waiver for nonconforming structure at Islander Center (7-0)
• Denied vegetation buffer waiver for Islander Center (7-0)

Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee will hold a continued discussion regarding seawalls. The agenda also includes a motion to authorize the Subcommittee Chair to review and approve meeting minutes.

• Continued discussion regarding seawalls
• Authorization for the Subcommittee Chair to review and approve February 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The sub-committee discussed potential changes to seawall regulations, including repair, replacement, and maintenance standards, but took no formal action. Members considered requiring engineered plans, allowing waterward extensions via variance, and updating the Land Development Code. The next meeting was scheduled for March 9, 2021.

• Excused Commissioner Pfeifer from the meeting (motion carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 9, 2021
• Discussed but did not vote on seawall code amendments

Historical Preservation Committee

The committee will review a request for an accessory structure at the Sanibel Historic Museum and Village. They will also consider after-the-fact authorization for new siding at Sanibel Community Church.

• Request for an accessory structure at 950 Dunlop Road
• After-the-fact siding installation at 170 Periwinkle Way
• Approval of March 5, 2020 minutes
• Approval of the 2021 meeting schedule

The Historical Preservation Committee approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for an accessory structure at the Sanibel Historic Museum and Village (950 Dunlop Road) and approved an amendment to Development Permit 19-11711 and Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact siding installation at Sanibel Community Church (1740 Periwinkle Way). Both motions carried. The committee also adopted the 2021 meeting schedule and excused three absent members.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for accessory structure at Sanibel Historic Museum and Village (motion carried)
• Approved amendment to Development Permit 19-11711 and Certificate of Appropriateness for siding at Sanibel Community Church (motion carried)
• Adopted 2021 meeting schedule (motion carried)
• Excused absent members Fortney, Hill, and Walton (motion carried)

City Council

The Council will review an ordinance to increase certain beach parking permit fees and establish a boat ramp use fee. The agenda also includes budget amendments for grant revenue and water conservation programs.

• Ordinance 21-001: Increasing beach parking permit fees and adopting a boat ramp use fee
• Budget amendment to include $1,666,600 in grant revenue from Lee County TDC
• $11,450 contract for HVAC chiller replacement design at the Recreation Center
• Request for 35 special event permits for Sundial Beach Resort and Spa
• Appropriation of up to $87,500 from reserves for water conservation programs

The City Council approved Ordinance 21-001, increasing beach parking permit fees and adjusting the permit structure. The approved changes set the B sticker price at $300 and the BC sticker at $399, prorated for the remainder of FY2021, and removed Algiers/Gulfside City Park from the C sticker, including it in the A and B stickers instead. The effective date was updated to February 8, 2021.

• Approved Ordinance 21-001 with B sticker at $300, BC at $399, prorated for FY2021 (motion carried)
• Removed Algiers/Gulfside City Park from C sticker, included in A and B stickers (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 21-017 designating qualified candidates for March 2, 2021 special election (motion carried)
• Approved 35 special event permits for Sundial Beach Resort and Spa for 2021 (motion carried)
• Approved police body-worn camera purchase via Florida State Contract (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-018, 21-019, 21-020, 21-021 (motion carried)
• Approved non-resolution consent items a and e (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair positions. The commission will also select members and chairs for four review subcommittees covering housing, capital improvements, land development code, and permitting processes.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Selection of members and chairs for four review subcommittees
• Introduction of new Planning Commission members Laura Debruce and Ty Symroski
• Reappointment of Paul Nichols to the Planning Commission
• Approval of January 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Sanibel Planning Commission held its organizational meeting, electing Roger Grogman as Chair and Eric Pfeifer as Vice Chair by unanimous voice votes. The Commission approved the consent agenda, including the January 12 minutes and the 2021 liaison schedule, and established membership and chairs for four subcommittees: Below Market Rate Housing Review, Capital Improvements Review, Land Development Code Review, and Permitting Process Review. No public hearings or land-use decisions were conducted.

• Elected Roger Grogman as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Eric Pfeifer as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved January 12, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 2021 Planning Commission Liaison to City Council Schedule, amended for Commissioner Storjohann to report February 2 (motion carried)
• Set Below Market Rate Housing Review Subcommittee membership with Eric Pfeifer as Chair (motion carried)
• Set Capital Improvements Review Subcommittee membership with Karen Storjohann as Chair (motion carried)
• Set Land Development Code Review Subcommittee membership with Paul Nichols as Chair and Ty Symroski as Vice Chair (motion carried)
• Set Permitting Process Review Subcommittee membership with Matt Kirchner as Chair (motion carried)

City Council

The Council will review a first reading of an ordinance to increase beach parking permit fees and establish a boat ramp use fee. The agenda also includes budget amendments for canal dredging, personnel costs, and police department modernization. Additionally, officials will receive a presentation on the Sanibel Causeway design.

• Ordinance 21-001: Increasing beach parking permit fees and adopting a boat ramp use fee
• Budget amendment of $55,700 for emergency dredging at the Shell Harbor canal entrance
• Budget amendment of $427,155 for architectural services for Police Department modernization
• Lee County presentation on the conceptual design for the Sanibel Causeway
• Entertainment license request for Blue Giraffe at Beachview Estates

The City Council made several appointments and approvals. It appointed Paul Nichols and Ty Symroski to full terms and Laura DeBruce to a partial term on the Planning Commission, and Robert Kern to the Contractor Review Board. The council also approved multiple budget amendments, including $55,700 for emergency dredging at Shell Harbor canal and $427,155 for police department architectural services. A presentation on the Lee County Causeway Islands project was given, and the council discussed COVID-19 vaccination efforts with Lee Health.

• Appointed Paul Nichols to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Ty Symroski to Planning Commission (4-1)
• Appointed Laura DeBruce to Planning Commission partial term (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Kern to Contractor Review Board (motion carried, 1 opposed)
• Approved Resolution 21-004 for $55,700 emergency dredging at Shell Harbor canal
• Approved Resolutions 21-005, 21-006, 21-013 for budget amendments including $427,155 for police modernization
• Approved entertainment license for Blue Giraffe restaurant (Resolution 21-007)
• Directed staff to award one-year extension for golf course reclaimed water contracts

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider an application for a dock extension and dredging at 5251 Punta Caloosa Court. The request includes a variance to extend a dock approximately six feet beyond the permitted limit. The meeting also includes reviews of December 2020 development and code enforcement reports.

• Variance for a dock extension at 5251 Punta Caloosa Court
• Dredging of approximately 67 cubic yards of material at 5251 Punta Caloosa Court
• Adoption of December 8, 2020 minutes
• December 2020 Development Permit Activity Report
• December 2020 Code Enforcement Activity Report

The Commission approved Applications 20-12403V and 20-12404DP for a variance and development permit to build a new dock with boat lift and dredge about 67 cubic yards of canal bottom at 5251 Punta Caloosa Court. The motion carried 5-0 with one commissioner excused, subject to 13 staff conditions with condition 9a deleted. The variance allows the boat lift to extend about 5.9 feet beyond the standard waterward limit.

• Approved variance and development permit for dock, lift, and dredging at 5251 Punta Caloosa Court (5-0)
• Adopted December 8, 2020 meeting minutes
• Excused Commissioner Storjohann from the meeting
• Scheduled Land Development Code Review Subcommittee meeting for February 9, 2021
• Designated Chair Grogman to give the January 19 City Council liaison report in Commissioner Storjohann's absence