Sanibel public meetings in 2024

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to review draft resolutions regarding donation and naming rights policies. The committee will also receive updates on the skate park and archery range and discuss shared use path counts.

• Review of Draft Resolution 25-XX Donation Policy
• Review of Draft Resolution 25-XX Naming Rights Policy and Application
• Update on Skate Park and Archery Range cost share request
• Discussion of Shared Use Path Counts for March 13 & 15, 2025
• Review of recreation revenue, memberships, and program reports

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee reviewed updated draft resolutions for a donation policy and a naming rights policy, with plans to bring final versions to City Council in February. No formal votes were taken on these policies. The committee also excused Chair Denick, adopted the November meeting minutes, and discussed the Skate Park/Archery Range project and upcoming Shared Use Path counts.

• Adopted November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Excused Chairperson Christopher Denick from meeting (motion carried)
• Reviewed updated draft donation policy; no vote taken
• Reviewed updated draft naming rights policy; no vote taken
• Discussed Skate Park/Archery Range project; awaiting School District funding
• Scheduled Shared Use Path counts for March 13 & 15, 2025

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on a vehicle rental use at Sanibel Marina and a conditional use for bicycle rental at 975 Rabbit Road. It will also continue discussion on a proposed Sustainable Development Program ordinance that would amend development standards and offer fee reductions. Additionally, the commission will consider proposed 2025 Land Development Code amendment priorities.

• Public hearing on allowing vehicle rental (10 carts and 20 bicycles) at 634 N. Yachtsman Drive (Sanibel Marina)
• Public hearing on a conditional use permit for bicycle rental at 975 Rabbit Road, unit 6
• Continued discussion on ordinance creating Sustainable Development Practices with incentives and fee reductions
• Consideration of proposed 2025 Land Development Code amendment priorities

The Sanibel Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP-2024-000251) for adding bicycle rental to an existing vehicle rental use at 975 Rabbit Road, Unit 6, with 11 conditions. The commission also discussed but did not vote on a proposed Sustainable Development Program, with members leaning against adding incentives to the code. A separate application for vehicle rental at Sanibel Marina was withdrawn, and the public hearing was cancelled.

• Approved CUP-2024-000251 for bicycle rental at 975 Rabbit Road, Unit 6 (5-0)
• Adopted minutes from November 19, 2024 meeting
• Excused absent members Chair Grogman and Commissioner Sergeant
• Withdrawn application for vehicle rental at 634 N. Yachtsman Drive (Sanibel Marina)
• Discussed Sustainable Development Program; no vote taken
• Identified 2025 LDC amendment priorities, including flood structures over EV charging

Below Market Rate Housing Review Sub-Committee

The Below Market Rate Housing Review Sub-Committee will continue its review of the program's effectiveness under Land Development Code Section 82-321 and Chapter 102, hear a status update on the Housing Needs Analysis from Bright Community Trust, and receive a presentation from Community Housing and Resources (CHR) on its five-year strategic plan, financial audit, and draft Riverview construction drawings. The subcommittee also will consider entitlements granted by specific amendments and conditional use permits.

• Review of Land Development Code Section 82-321 and Chapter 102 on BMRH program effectiveness
• Status update on Housing Needs Analysis by Bright Community Trust (Frank Wells)
• Presentation by CHR Executive Director Nicole Decker-McHale on Five-Year Strategic Plan FY 2024-2028
• Review of CHR Riverview Construction Drawings (DRAFT)
• Consideration of BMRH Entitlements granted by specific amendments and conditional use permits

The Below Market Rate Housing Review Sub-Committee received a detailed annual update from CHR Executive Director Nicole Decker-McHale, covering progress on the strategic plan, rental inventory, and development plans. No code amendments were recommended by staff or subcommittee members. The subcommittee also reviewed a staff research report on BMR entitlements, which was informational only.

• Excused absent members Grogman and Sergeant (motion carried)
• Authorized subcommittee chair to review and sign Dec 10, 2024 minutes and 2024 annual report (motion carried)
• No code amendments recommended for Chapter 102 (staff and subcommittee)
• No action taken on BMR entitlements research (informational only)

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will discuss the contents of the 50th Anniversary Time Capsule and receive an update on artifacts from the Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages. The agenda also includes adoption of prior meeting minutes and routine reports.

• Update on artifacts from the Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages
• Review of contents of the 50th Anniversary Time Capsule

The Historical Preservation Committee approved the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes with corrections to names (Miner, Alfino, Siegel, Pence). They discussed displaying contents of the 50th Anniversary Time Capsule at the Historical Museum and Village or Sanibel Library, and considered items for a new time capsule costing about $5,000. No formal decisions were made on the time capsule display or contents.

• Adopted November 7, 2024 minutes with scrivener's errors corrected (motion carried)
• Excused absent member Yvonne Hill (motion carried)

Vegetation Committee

The Vegetation Committee will hear a presentation from SCCF on habitat management, consider an Arbor Day proclamation, and plan the Arbor Day event. They will also adopt minutes from the November 7 meeting and receive liaison and committee reports.

• SCCF Program – Habitat Management on Sanibel
• Arbor Day Proclamation 2024
• Arbor Day Event Planning
• Adoption of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reports from Natural Resources Liaison, Chairperson, and Committee Members

The Vegetation Committee approved planting a Mahogany tree for Arbor Day and approved edits to the Arbor Day proclamation, including changing 'Hurricane Ian' to 'recent extreme weather events' and adding language about trees as wind and erosion barriers. The SCCF habitat management program was moved to the January 2, 2025 meeting. No public comment was received.

• Approved planting a Mahogany tree for Arbor Day (motion carried)
• Approved proclamation changes and staff additions (motion carried)
• Moved SCCF habitat management program to January 2, 2025 meeting
• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Excused absent members Hoffman and Simonelli (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on impermeable coverage regulations and discuss draft legislation regarding open bodies of water. The body is also reviewing disaster recovery grants and budget amendments for personnel expenditures.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-025 regarding impermeable coverage and permeable pavers
• Budget amendment Resolution 24-076 to appropriate $4,401,372 for FY 2025 personnel expenditures
• Grant agreement for $9,920,000 from the State of Florida Division of Emergency Management for Hurricane Ian recovery
• FEMA reimbursement grant agreements for Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton
• Resolution 24-074 to defer required landscaping for up to 36 months

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review updated drafts of a Donation Policy and a Naming Rights Policy, and receive an update on the Skate Park/Archery Range project including a cost share request. They will also hear reports on recreation revenue, memberships, sports contract, and shared use path projects.

• Review of Draft Resolution 24-XX Donation Policy
• Review of first draft Naming Rights Policy
• Update on Skate Park / Archery Range with cost share request
• Recreation revenue and membership reports for FY24 and FY25
• Shared Use Path signage and projects updates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a vinyl seawall. The body will also review an intersection study and recap land development code amendment priorities.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit (CUP-2024-000242) for a vinyl seawall at 1209 Isabel Drive
• Presentation by Kimley Horn on the Periwinkle Way and Causeway Boulevard intersection study
• Recap of 2024 Land Development Code (LDC) amendment priorities
• Adoption of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Permitting Process Review Sub-Committee

The Permitting Process Review Sub-Committee will review the city's permit review process and approve its annual report and meeting minutes. The committee will also receive a presentation on the City View Permitting and Licensing System.

• Review of the Permit Review Process
• Approval of Subcommittee Annual Report
• Approval of November 19, 2024, Meeting Minutes
• Presentation on City View Permitting and Licensing System
• Discussion of Land Development Code Section 82-301

General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees will meet to elect a chair and secretary, approve contracts totaling over $33,000, and review investment reports. The board will also discuss the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair and Secretary
• Ordinance 24-022: Amending the number of Trustees
• Lorium Law contract: $3,000.00
• Richmond Capital Management fees: $12,542.00
• Fifth Third Administrative Fees: $4,331.42

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund board will accept a trustee resignation, elect a chair and secretary, and discuss updates to the investment policy statement. The board will also review quarterly investment reports from Burgess Chambers, VOYA, and SSI. Approval of the FY2025 meeting schedule is on the agenda.

• Trustee resignation of Board Member Reiss (item 3, with attached letter)
• Election of Chair and Secretary (item 5)
• Discussion and direction on update to Investment Policy Statement (item 7b)
• Quarterly investment reports as of September 30, 2024 (item 7a, 7c, 7d)
• Approval of FY2025 meeting schedule (item 8a)

City Council

The City Council will consider several significant items, including a second reading of an ordinance to classify elevated beach dune walkovers as permeable, first reading of an ordinance on permeable pavers, and consent agenda items including a $5 million FEMA Community Disaster Loan budget amendment and a $6.6 million project rollforward. Old business includes approval of change orders totaling over $2.2 million for the Sanibel Lighthouse Protection Project beach recovery, and a resolution extending temporary storage units. Informational updates cover hazard mitigation grants, water quality, and quarterly financial reports.

• Second reading of Ordinance 24-023 to deem elevated beach dune walkovers as permeable under certain conditions
• First reading of Ordinance 24-025 to delete conditions for vegetated landscape buffers (permeable pavers)
• Consent: Resolution 24-071 approving $5,000,000 FEMA Community Disaster Loan for personnel expenditures
• Old Business: Approval of Change Order 3 (Eastman Aggregates, $1,838,369) and Change Order 2 (Vulcan Materials, $431,416) for beach recovery project
• Old Business: Resolution 24-072 extending temporary storage unit authorization through September 30, 2025

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will adopt minutes from August 1 and approve the 2025 meeting schedule. New business includes discussions on the City of Sanibel's 50th anniversary and a Florida Gulf Coast University documentary about the island's store. Old business covers Sanibel Lighthouse artifacts and the Heritage Trail. Reports from staff and chair will also be received.

• Adoption of August 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of 2025 Historical Preservation Committee Meeting Schedule
• Discussion of City of Sanibel 50th Anniversary
• Presentation on Florida Gulf Coast University documentary about Sanibel Island's Store
• Update on Sanibel Lighthouse artifacts

Vegetation Committee

The Vegetation Committee is meeting to review draft articles on rain gardens and native palms. The body will also plan the 2025 meeting schedule and upcoming community events.

• Review of draft Rain Garden article
• Review of draft Native Palms article
• 2025 Vegetation Committee Meeting Schedule
• 2024-2025 Native Plant Walk Schedule
• 2025 Arbor Day Event Planning

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will adopt the September 24, 2024 minutes and approve the 2025 meeting schedule. It will hold public hearings on two City Council recommendations: one to strike the vegetated landscape buffer conditions in the Land Development Code, and another to create a Sustainable Development Program with new code sections and reduced development permit fees. Additional reports from the Planning Department and commission members will be presented.

• Adopt minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting.
• Approve the 2025 Planning Commission meeting schedule.
• Public hearing on recommendation to amend Subpart B, Chapter 86, Section 86-42 to strike vegetated landscape buffer conditions.
• Public hearing on recommendation to adopt a Sustainable Development Program, adding new sections 86-226 through 86-233 and reducing development permit fees under Section 90-134.
• Planning Department reports on upcoming meeting dates, permit review, priority tasks, and application status.

Below Market Rate Housing Review Sub-Committee

The Below Market Rate Housing Review Sub-Committee is reviewing the effectiveness of Land Development Code Section 82-321 and Chapter 102. The body will also receive updates on housing needs and a presentation from Community Housing and Resources, Inc. (CHR).

• Review of Below Market Rate Housing Program (LDC Section 82-321 and Chapter 102)
• Housing Needs Analysis update from Bright Community Trust
• CHR Five Year Strategic Plan FY 2024-2028
• CHR Audit-Financial Statement FY 2023
• CHR Riverview Construction Drawings DRAFT

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will hold its regular meeting to decide on land-use ordinances, approve grants and contracts, and discuss hurricane recovery efforts. Key decisions include first readings of ordinances on impermeable coverage and development permit procedures, a second reading of policies on purchasing and pensions, and a quasi-judicial hearing on a commercial retail use permit at 2400 Palm Ridge Road.

• First reading of Ordinance 24-023 amending impermeable coverage rules for elevated beach dune walkovers
• First reading of Ordinance 24-024 updating development permit filing procedures
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-021 on contract and purchasing policy
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-022 reducing General Employee Pension Board trustees to five
• Approval of $124,000 engineering contract with Cummins Cederberg for stormwater vulnerability assessment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to operate a commercial retail use with more than 2,000 square feet of floor area. The application was submitted by Sarah Jacobson on behalf of Aloha Apollo LLC.

• Conditional use and development permit application for 2400 Palm Ridge Road (CUP-2024-000244 and DP-2024-017994)
• Adoption of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee is considering a recommendation for an ordinance regarding alternative shoreline stabilization projects. The body is also continuing discussions on impermeable coverage and the creation of a Sustainable Development Program.

• Proposed administrative permit review process for alternative shoreline stabilization projects
• Discussion on determination of impermeable coverage (Sec. 86-42)
• Proposed Sustainable Development Program including building, landscape, and vegetation standards
• Proposed reduction of development permit fees for the Sustainable Development Program
• Proposed height exceptions under the Sustainable Development Program

City Council

The City Council will conduct a final budget hearing to adopt the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025 budget and set ad valorem millage rates for tax year 2024. The body will also consider sewer system rate increases and labor agreements for police officers and dispatchers.

• Adoption of final operating and voted debt service millage rates for tax year 2024 (Resolution 24-062)
• Adoption of the final budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025 (Resolution 24-063)
• Confirmation of Sanibel Sewer System rate increases for residential, commercial, and reclaimed water (Resolution 24-055)
• Amendments to labor agreements for FOP Police Officers, Dispatchers, Sergeants, and Lieutenants (Resolutions 24-065 and 24-066)
• Ratification of an emergency purchase for a transportation truck from Bartow Ford

Code Enforcement Hearing

The City of Sanibel is holding hearings regarding work performed without required permits. The cases involve violations of the 2023 Florida Building Code and floodplain regulations.

• Case 2023-872: 4619 Bowen Bayou Road (Respondent requested continuance to Nov 18, 2024)
• Case 2024-1114: 6477 Sanibel Captiva Road

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Sanibel Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will hold its September 19 meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, adopt meeting minutes and the 2025 schedule, and discuss a youth sports contract. Members will also review reports on recreation revenue, memberships, and facilities, and continue talks on a donation and naming policy.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of August 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adoption of 2025 meeting schedule
• Sanibel Sports contract discussion (Supplement 1)
• Continued discussion on Sponsorship/Donation and Naming Recognition Policy

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Land Development Code that redefine how open bodies of water are treated in zoning and permitting. The meeting also includes routine approval of prior minutes, subcommittee reports, and upcoming planning deadlines.

• Consideration of ordinance amendments redefining open body of water standards and setbacks
• Adoption of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorization for CIP Subcommittee to issue annual report directly to City Council
• Planning Department report on upcoming subcommittee meetings and permit review status

The Planning Commission voted 5-1 to adopt Resolution 24-18, forwarding amendments to the Land Development Code regarding open bodies of water to City Council. The amendments define open body of water, establish setback rules, and include an administrative waiver process. The motion included revisions to Section 126-250(c), moving the 'and' to 126-250(d), correcting a reference from 126-852(5) to 126-852(3), and deleting the 126-852(d)(6) provision. Commissioner Colter opposed.

• Adopted Resolution 24-18 forwarding open body of water code amendments to Council (5-1)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024
• Authorized CIP Subcommittee to issue annual report directly to City Council
• Excused Vice Chair Pfeifer from meeting

Capital Improvements Review Sub-Committee

The Capital Improvements Review Sub-Committee will meet to review the five-year capital plan and project status report for Sanibel, including updates to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Members will also consider approving the September 10 meeting minutes and signing the 2024 annual report.

• Review Capital Improvement Five-Year Plan and Project Status Report
• Review Capital Improvement Element updates to The Sanibel Plan
• Approve September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorize Chair to sign 2024 annual report

The Capital Improvements Review Sub-Committee voted 5-0 to recommend to City Council that the Capital Improvement Element is consistent with the Sanibel Plan, with no required projects or deficiencies in levels of service. The subcommittee also authorized the chair to approve meeting minutes and sign the 2024 annual report. Discussion covered project prioritization, funding sources, grants, and specific projects like the Police Department and East Periwinkle Bridge.

• Recommended to City Council that Capital Improvement Element is consistent with Sanibel Plan (5-0)
• Authorized chair to review and approve September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorized chair to review and sign 2024 annual report

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will consider several ordinance readings, including updates to the contract and purchasing policy and changes to parking standards. A second‑reading public hearing will be held on e‑bike and shared‑use path speed limits. The council will also vote on a $37,250 contract to paint the south side of City Hall and a resolution to provide Humana dental insurance for city employees for plan year 2024‑2025. Additional items include special‑event permit requests and approval of a website redesign contract.

• Ordinance 24-021 – First reading of Contract & Purchasing Policy amendment
• Ordinance 24-014 – Second‑reading public hearing on e‑bike and shared‑use path speed limits
• Ordinance 24-019 – Proposed reduction of non‑residential minimum parking requirements
• Resolution 24-062 – Authorization for Humana dental insurance for city employees (plan year 2024‑2025)
• Exterior painting contract for City Hall south side – $37,250 to Barefoot Charley’s Painting Company, LLC

The City Council adopted Ordinance 24-014, amending the e-bike rules to exclude Class II e-bikes from shared use paths, with language requiring riders to operate in a 'safe and prudent' manner. The council also adopted several hurricane recovery-related ordinances, including extending nonconforming use reestablishment periods and streamlining conditional use permits. A resolution to extend permit fee waivers was tabled pending a fee analysis.

• Adopted Ordinance 24-014 excluding Class II e-bikes from shared use paths (carried as amended)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-015 updating conditional use permit process (4-0, Mayor Johnson recused)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-016 extending nonconforming use reestablishment period to 36 months
• Adopted Ordinance 24-017 waiving long-form development permit requirements for certain applications
• Adopted Ordinance 24-018 expediting waiver application reviews
• Adopted Ordinance 24-019 reducing nonresidential minimum parking requirements
• Adopted Ordinance 24-020 adjusting height limitations in Resort Housing District
• Tabled Resolution 24-061 extending permit fee waivers

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review the tentative budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The body will hold a public hearing to consider tentative millage rates and the tentative budget.

• Resolution 24-056: Adopting tentative operating and voted debt service ad valorem millage rates for tax year 2024
• Resolution 24-057: Adopting the tentative budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025
• Tentative Budget presentation by Deputy City Manager/CFO Steve C. Chaipel

The City Council held its first budget hearing and adopted two resolutions: Resolution 24-056 setting the tentative operating and voted debt service millage rate at 2.5000 mills for tax year 2024, and Resolution 24-057 adopting the tentative fiscal year 2025 budget of $233,208,969. Both resolutions also set the date for a final hearing. Discussion included business recovery, health insurance premium increases, and support for the 2.5 millage rate as a cost savings to residents.

• Adopted Resolution 24-056 setting tentative millage rate at 2.5000 mills (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 24-057 adopting tentative FY2025 budget of $233,208,969 (motion carried)

Vegetation Committee

The Vegetation Committee of Sanibel, Florida, held a meeting to review old business including native palms and rain gardens, and discussed educational materials for the committee's 50th anniversary. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Vegetation Committee Article - Native Palms
• Rain Gardens Plant List Updated - August 12, 2024
• Vegetation Committee Educational Packet for 50th Anniversary Celebration

City Council

The City Council will convene for a budget workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Online Budget and review a legal update regarding Project Captiva. The meeting includes a public comment period and a presentation on the city-wide budget rollup.

• Budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2025
• Project Captiva legal update
• Public comment on budget (20 minutes)
• Presentation on FY 2025 City-wide Budget Rollup
• Rules of Civility for Public Participation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend ordinance amendments to the City Council. These proposals address how beach dune walkovers are classified as permeable surfaces and updates to the development permit application filing procedure.

• Recommendation on ordinance to consider elevated beach dune walkovers as permeable (Section 86-42)
• Recommendation on ordinance to update filing procedures for development permit applications (Section 82-382)

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the annual special service assessment for solid waste, recyclables, and horticultural waste collection and disposal for fiscal year 2024-2025. Additional resolutions will equalize assessments for residential properties and the Shell Harbor canal area. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances related to e-bike regulations, land development code updates, and parking standards.

• Public hearing on 2024-2025 solid waste assessment rates (Resolution 24-044)
• Equalization of residential solid waste assessments (Resolution 24-045)
• Shell Harbor canal dredging assessment approval (Resolution 24-046)
• First reading of e-bike and shared use path speed limit ordinance (Ordinance 24-014)
• First reading of parking standards reduction ordinance (Ordinance 24-019)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss short-term and long-term options for a skate park and archery range. The body will also review a draft policy for sponsorships, donations, and naming recognition.

• Draft Sponsorship, Donation, and Naming Rights Policy 2024
• Short-term options and costs for Skate Park and Archery Range
• February 2024 Survey Results regarding skate park and archery range
• Community Park updates on sand volleyball and shuffleboard
• Rent.Fun equipment stations information

General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The Sanibel General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees will meet to approve routine payments and receive consultant reports. The board will vote on retiree benefit payments totaling $630,657.81 for May–July 2024 and approve $49,795.31 in vendor fees for legal, management, and consulting services. Consultant reports on investment performance and a staff liaison report on FY2024 budget projections will also be presented.

• Approve retiree benefit payments: $630,657.81 (May–July 2024)
• Approve Lorium Law legal fees: $3,000.00 (July–Sept. 2024)
• Approve Richmond Capital management fees: $11,170.00 (April–June 2024)
• Approve Burgess Chambers consulting fee: $10,000.00 (April–June 2024)
• Approve Fifth Third administrative fees: $3,258.00 (April–June 2024)

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund will review investment reports and financial statements. The body is scheduled to take action on the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget for Sanibel Municipal Police Officers' Pension
• Investment Report for quarter ending June 30, 2024 by Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc.
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• VOYA Investment Management Quarterly Report
• 2023 Florida Local Government Retirement Systems Actuarial Fact Sheet

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will hold two public hearings on August 13, 2024. One hearing concerns a conditional use permit and development permit for a grocery store at 975 Rabbit Road. The second hearing covers a conditional use permit and development permit for a vinyl seawall at 735 Sand Dollar Drive.

• Conditional use permit and development permit for grocery store at 975 Rabbit Road (Application Nos. CUP-2024-000227 and DP-2024-016066)
• Conditional use permit and development permit for vinyl seawall at 735 Sand Dollar Drive (Application Nos. CUP-2024-000234 and DKSL-2024-016307)
• Public hearings begin at 9:05 AM at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road

Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee

The Land Development Code Review Sub‑Committee will discuss three draft amendments: a change to the definition of impermeable coverage under Section 86‑42, a revision of the filing procedure in Section 82‑382, and updates to angle‑of‑light measurement requirements for residential and institutional setbacks. The meeting will also continue discussion of open‑body‑of‑water definitions and related chapter amendments. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• Draft amendment to Section 86‑42 – determination of impermeable coverage
• Draft amendment to Section 82‑382 – filing procedure
• Draft amendment to angle‑of‑light measurement standards (Sections 126‑344 through 126‑454)
• Continued discussion of open‑body‑of‑water definition and related Chapter 82 and Chapter 126 changes
• Public comment period

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Sanibel City Code Enforcement Board will hold a hearing on case 2023-872. The case involves respondents Amor Ericka and Braun Mark R for work performed at 4619 Bowen Bayou Road without the required FEMA permit. The hearing will address violations of the 2023 Florida Building Code and floodplain regulations. The board will consider any appropriate enforcement actions.

• Case 2023-872: Violation of FEMA permit requirements at 4619 Bowen Bayou Road
• Respondents: Amor Ericka & Braun Mark R
• Alleged breach of 2023 Florida Building Code and floodplain regulations

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will decide on three grants totaling $702,000 for recovery and resiliency projects and consider requesting a $5 million FEMA loan. They will also discuss the draft fiscal year 2025 budget and a temporary beach club day-pass permit.

• Approve three CDBG-DR grants totaling $702,000 for broadband feasibility, transportation master plan, and land use planning
• Request up to $5,000,000 FEMA Community Disaster Loan
• Establish temporary beach club day-pass permit via Resolution 24-043
• Discuss draft FY2025 operating and capital budget

Planning Commission

The Sanibel Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request (Application No. VAR-2024-000230) for the 690 Birdie View Point tax parcel, seeking modest increases in impermeable coverage and vegetation removal. The commission will also recommend several ordinance amendments to the City Council that would change deadlines and procedures for nonconforming uses, conditional uses, waivers, and long‑form development permits after a natural disaster. Additional agenda items include discussion of permitted and conditional uses in commercial districts and routine reports from staff and members.

• Variance application VAR-2024-000230 for 690 Birdie View Point (increase 84.5 sq ft impermeable coverage, 27 sq ft vegetation removal).
• Ordinance amendment (Resolution 24-09) to extend the reestablishment deadline for nonconforming uses/structures from 24 to 36 months after a disaster.
• Ordinance amendment (Resolution 24-10) to modify the conditional use permit approval process following a disaster.
• Ordinance amendment (Resolution 24-13) to modify waiver approvals for existing nonconforming structures after a disaster.
• Ordinance amendment (Resolution 24-12) to modify the long‑form development permit process after a disaster.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss a Naming Rights Policy, reviewing sample policies and examples. It will also consider options for a skate park and archery range, including survey results and a concept drawing. Reports on recreation revenue, the 4th of July community event (706 attendees), and the newly opened after‑school program registration will be presented. The meeting will set the next meeting date for August 15, 2024.

• Naming Rights Policy discussion with sample policies (e.g., Spokane, Ashville, Cape Coral)
• Discussion of Skate Park/Archery Range options, including survey results and concept drawing
• Report on Recreation Revenue
• Report on 4th of July Community Event at the Recreation Center (706 attendees)
• Afterschool Program registration opened July 15, 2024

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will discuss the proposed operating millage rate for FY2025 and review the FY2025 draft budget. It will hold first readings of several ordinances, including interim council member appointments, franchise agreement repeal, condominium milestone inspections, and school speed zones, followed by a second reading and public hearing on school speed zones and the Bailey’s Shopping Center amendment. The council will adopt two budget resolutions: one adding $68,500 for the Periwinkle Way and Palm Ridge Road shared‑use path, and another adding $360,000 in grant funding for boat‑ramp repairs and lighthouse rehabilitation. Additional items include approval of contracts for janitorial services, landscape maintenance, and grant agreements for rain‑garden restoration and beach‑park maintenance.

• Proposed Operating Millage Rate for FY2025
• Ordinance 24-009 – School Speed Zones (first and second reading)
• Resolution 24-038 – $68,500 budget amendment for Periwinkle Way and Palm Ridge Road shared‑use path
• Resolution 24-039 – $360,000 grant funding for boat‑ramp repairs and Sanibel Lighthouse interior rehabilitation
• Approval of Janitorial Services contract with Marsden Services ($127,671.48 first year, $131,502.84 second year, $135,476.28 third year)

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will receive a presentation regarding the evaluation of the Sanibel Lighthouse. The presentation is being conducted by Maranda Kles, PhD, RPA of Archaeological Consultants, Inc. (ACI).

• Presentation on the Evaluation of the Sanibel Lighthouse by Maranda Kles, PhD, RPA
• Historic Structure Survey: Sanibel Lighthouse - May 2024

Vegetation Committee

The committee will review a draft article regarding native palms. Members are also discussing an educational packet for the city's 50th anniversary celebration.

• Discussion of Native Palms article
• Vegetation Committee Educational Packet for 50th Anniversary Celebration

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider recommendations to the City Council regarding height limitations in the Resort Housing District and reductions in nonresidential minimum parking requirements. Additionally, a variance request for 690 Birdie View Point is set to be continued.

• Motion to continue variance request for 690 Birdie View Point (impermeable coverage and vegetation removal)
• Recommendation regarding height limitations in the Resort Housing District
• Recommendation regarding nonresidential minimum parking requirements
• Discussion of proposed Land Development Code amendment priorities

Code Enforcement Hearing

The City of Sanibel will hold a code enforcement hearing to review two property violation cases. The first case involves WPMS LLC for completing work without required FEMA permits and violating the 2023 Florida Building Code at 1209 Junonia Street. The second case addresses Revitalize Homes LLC for failing to obtain a rental dwelling license and business tax receipt for short-term rentals at 1298 Par View Drive. Code enforcement actions ensure properties meet safety standards and local licensing rules, which affect neighborhood compliance and resident obligations.

• Case 2023-853: WPMS LLC at 1209 Junonia Street for unpermitted work violating FEMA and 2023 Florida Building Code rules.
• Case 2024-1169: Revitalize Homes LLC at 1298 Par View Drive for missing rental licenses and business tax receipts per Sanibel Code Sec. 126-1077.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee is conducting a secondary review of e-bike recommendations requested by the City Council. Discussions include whether to allow specific classes of e-bikes, speed limits on paths, and age requirements for riders. The meeting also includes updates on recreation revenue, memberships, and fitness contract proposals.

• Review of Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bike access on shared use paths
• Discussion of potential speed limits on shared use paths
• Review of e-bike rider age requirements (current: 18; proposed: 16)
• Fitness contract proposals for FY 2025
• Shared Use Path Incident Report 2019-2024

Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee

The Land Development Code Review Sub-Committee is reviewing proposed changes to the Sanibel Code. Discussions include building height limits for the Resort Housing District, nonresidential parking standards, and definitions regarding open bodies of water.

• Review of Resort Housing District height limits (Section 126-637) and architectural design standards
• Discussion of nonresidential parking standards
• Continued discussion on 'open body of water' definitions in Sections 78-1, 82, and 126

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop to discuss amendments to the Land Development Code. The discussion focuses on expediting the permitting process and aiding business recovery through potential administrative approvals and fee reductions.

• Review of enacted LDC amendments to expedite Hurricane Ian recovery
• Discussion of changing 'Change of Use' from long form to short form applications
• Discussion regarding nonconforming use abandonment standards and timelines
• Potential administrative approval for landscaping and parking waivers
• Staff recommendations to waive or reduce certain public hearing fees

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will receive a presentation regarding the evaluation of the Sanibel Lighthouse. The meeting also includes a staff report providing an update on the Priscilla Murphy Center.

• Presentation on the Evaluation of the Sanibel Lighthouse by Maranda Kles, PhD, RPA
• Update on the Priscilla Murphy Center

Vegetation Committee

The Vegetation Committee will review the April 4 and May 2, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee is also scheduled to discuss 'Going Native After Ian—Beautifully!' under old business.

• Review of April 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Going Native After Ian—Beautifully!

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding school speed zones, Bailey's Center LLP land use, and the sunsetting of contractor review boards. The meeting also includes discussions on e-bike recommendations, solid waste service awards, and disaster debris removal agreements.

• Ordinance 24-009 regarding School Speed Zones
• Ordinance 24-010 regarding Bailey's Center LLP Master Development Plan
• Ordinance 24-008 regarding sunsetting the Contractor Review Board
• $75,000.00 agreement for a School Resource Officer (SRO)
• $749,999.82 proposal for East Periwinkle Way Bridge replacement services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed unified residential housing development. The project includes five parcels for single-family residential use and common area tracts located at 3055 and 3015 Island Inn Road.

• Public hearing for 'Island Inn Road' subdivision (Application Nos. DP-2022-004239 and SPLT-2022-000060)
• Development permit application for five parcels at 3055 Island Inn Road and 3015 Island Inn Road
• Approval of revised subcommittee rosters to include Commissioner Kate Sergeant

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing recommendations regarding e-bike usage on city shared use paths. Discussions include whether to allow Class II and III e-bikes, e-scooters, and potential speed limits.

• Review of Ordinance 19-011 regarding e-bikes
• Discussion of Class I, Class II, and Class III e-bike access to shared use paths
• Discussion of e-scooter access to shared use paths
• Discussion of potential speed limits on shared use paths
• Review of the eighteen-year-old age requirement for e-bike riders

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to amend the Land Development Code and revise the Master Development Plan for properties at 2477 and 2431 Periwinkle Way. The application was submitted by Dan DeLisi on behalf of Baileys Center LLP and Periwinkle Adventures LLP.

• Amendment to Land Development Code Chapter 126, Article XVI for Bailey’s Shopping Center
• Revision of Master Development Plan for 2477 Periwinkle Way
• Revision of Master Development Plan for 2431 Periwinkle Way
• Introduction of new Planning Commission member Kate Sergeant

Code Enforcement Hearing

The City of Sanibel Code Enforcement Board is reviewing several property violation cases. One case involves a distressed property on Waters Edge, while another addresses unauthorized signage at 1711 Periwinkle Way. A hearing regarding permits at Ladyfinger Lake Drive has been postponed until July 8, 2024.

• Case 2024-1143: Distressed property violation at 4560 Waters Edge
• Case 2023-836: Unauthorized wall and neon signs at 1711 Periwinkle Way
• Case 2023-882: Postponed permit hearing for 5279 Ladyfinger Lake Drive

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund will review investment performance for the quarter ending March 31, 2024. The meeting includes presentations from Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc. and VOYA Investment Management.

• Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc. investment report (quarter ending 3/31/2024)
• VOYA Investment Management quarterly investment report

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Below Market Rate Housing program and a first reading for an ordinance sunsetting contractor boards. The agenda also includes discussions on school speed zones and several budget amendments for infrastructure and studies.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 24-007 regarding Below Market Rate Housing standards
• $1,000,000 FDOT grant agreement to repair the shared use path system
• $164,465 funding for a traffic intersection study at Periwinkle Way and Causeway Boulevard
• $175,710 contract with Stantec Consulting for the 2024 Street Resurfacing Project
• $126,950 contract for Wulfert Point Tank repairs

Historical Preservation Committee

The committee will review National Park Service sustainability and historic building topics. Members will also conduct a review of the Heritage Trail panels.

• National Park Service Sustainability, Energy Efficiency, Resilience and Historic Buildings discussion
• Heritage Trail Panel Review

Vegetation Committee

The Vegetation Committee is reviewing several draft articles regarding native vegetation and beach zone planting. The meeting also includes discussions on a native plant walk schedule and an environmental reference handbook.

• Review of 'Going Native After Ian' article draft
• Review of 'Coconut Palm V2' article draft
• Review of 'Beach Zone Planting' article draft
• Review of 'Native Plants for Beach Dunes List' draft
• Discussion of Native Plant Walk Schedule

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a presentation regarding the completion of the Shared Use Path Master Plan update. The commission will also consider adopting the minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation on Shared Use Path Master Plan update by Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization
• Adoption of April 9, 2024, meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing the 2023 Annual Report and preparing for a Shared Use Path Master Plan presentation. Members will also continue discussions regarding skate park options, including mini golf, sport courts, and shade structures.

• Shared Use Path Master Plan presentation
• Skate Park options: Mini Golf/Driving Range, Multi-Use Sport Court/Fitness Court, and Shade Structure
• Ballfield Maintenance Contract approved by City Council on April 2, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to amend the Land Development Code regarding the Bailey’s Shopping Center property. Additionally, the commission will address a continuance request for the Island Inn Road Subdivision.

• Amendment to Chapter 126, Article XVI regarding Bailey’s Shopping Center at 2477 and 2431 Periwinkle Way
• Continuance request for Island Inn Road Subdivision (SPLT-2022-000060 and DP-2022-004239)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Sanibel Code Enforcement Board will hold a hearing for Case 2024-1061. The case concerns property maintenance and permit violations at 935 Pecten Court.

• Hearing for Case 2024-1061 regarding 935 Pecten Court
• Violations involving landscape, pool area, and screen repairs
• Requirement to secure the property
• Requirement to obtain permits for remodeling or rebuilding

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will review draft edits for the Heritage Trail panels. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the American Legion located at 4349 Sanibel Captiva Road.

• Heritage Trail Panel Review
• Discussion regarding American Legion (4349 Sanibel Captiva Road)

Vegetation Committee

The committee will review revisions to the Yard Recognition Program and discuss the 2024 Native Plant Walk Schedule. Members will also review a draft article regarding going native and coconut palms.

• Review of 2024 Native Plant Walk Schedule
• Revisions to the Yard Recognition Program
• Discussion of 'Going Native & Coconut Palms' article

City Council

The City Council will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor. The agenda includes discussions on below market rate housing, milestone inspections for aging buildings, and various grant agreements.

• First reading of Ordinance 24-007 regarding Below Market Rate Housing standards
• Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 24-006 regarding Milestone Inspections for aging condominiums
• $1,000,000 grant agreement for a storm resilient Sanibel Police Department building
• $750,000 grant agreement for the design of a resilient East Periwinkle Bridge
• Purchase of a new John Deere 320P Backhoe for $154,668.00

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings for a new cluster housing development at 3055 and 3015 Island Inn Road. It will also consider a request to waive certain landscaping and parking requirements at 2365 Periwinkle Way. Additionally, the commission will confirm members for four subcommittees.

• Development permit for 'Island Inn Road' cluster housing subdivision
• Landscaping and parking waiver for 2365 Periwinkle Way
• Selection of chairs and members for four subcommittees
• Adoption of February 27 and March 12 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss skate park options, including quotes for mini golf and netting. Members will also review the draft 2023 Annual Report and February recreation revenue and membership reports.

• Skate park options including mini golf quotes from Miniature Golf Solutions and Adventure Golf and Sports (ASG)
• Review of the draft 2023 Annual Report
• National Fitness Champion - Fitness Court Grant presentation
• February recreation revenue and membership reports

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss reconsolidating sub-committees into the Planning Commission. Members will be selected for four review subcommittees. The body will also discuss proposed Sanibel Code amendments regarding open bodies of water.

• Discussion on potential reconsolidation of sub-committees into the Planning Commission
• Selection of members and chair for four review subcommittees
• Discussion of proposed Sanibel Code amendments regarding open bodies of water
• Review of February permit and plan applications

Code Enforcement Hearing

The City of Sanibel Code Enforcement Board will hold a hearing on March 11, 2024. The agenda includes Case 2023-836 regarding duplicate wall signs and a neon sign at 1711 Periwinkle Way.

• Case 2023-836: Sanibel Center Corp (1711 Periwinkle Way) regarding duplicate wall signs and a neon sign

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes a review of the 2023 Annual Report and a discussion regarding the Sanibel Plan's Historic Preservation Element. Additionally, the committee will conduct a Heritage Trail Panel Review.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of 2023 Annual Report
• Heritage Trail Panel Review
• Sanibel Plan - Historic Preservation Element discussion
• Adoption of February 1, 2024 Meeting Minutes

Vegetation Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair during this meeting. Members will also discuss the 2023 Annual Report, the Native Plant Walk Report, and revisions to the Yard Recognition Program.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of 2023 Annual Report
• Discussion of Native Plant Walk Report
• Review of Yard Recognition Program Checklist Criteria

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances regarding mandatory inspections for aging condominiums and increased density for below market rate housing. The meeting also includes a second reading of a mixed-use development ordinance and discussions on interim council member appointments.

• Ordinance 24-006: Mandatory inspections for aging condominium and cooperative buildings
• Ordinance 24-007: Increased density for below market rate housing
• Ordinance 24-005: Mixed-use development incentives and streamlined permitting
• Resolution 24-012: $333,528 appropriation for Police Pension City contributions
• Acceptance of $15,000 from FWC for gopher tortoise habitat restoration

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss reconsolidating subcommittees and elect members for four review groups. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding an institutional use application at 1905 Periwinkle Way and exterior repairs to the historic Sanibel Colored School.

• Conditional use application for institutional uses at 1905 Periwinkle Way
• Proposed exterior alterations to the historic Sanibel Colored School at 520 Tarpon Bay Road
• Election of members for four subcommittees, including Below Market Housing Review
• Discussion regarding potential reconsolidation of subcommittees into the Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates on the Sanibel Plan and Shared Use Path Master Plan. Members will also discuss results from a recent skate park survey to determine next steps. Additionally, the committee will discuss a ballfield maintenance contract.

• Update on Sanibel Plan and Shared Use Path (SUP) Master Plan
• Discussion of Skate Park Survey results and next steps
• Ballfield Maintenance Contract discussion
• Recreation Director reports on revenue, memberships, and youth sports trends

General Employees Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The Board will review retiree benefit payments totaling $208,783.18 for the period of November 2023 through January 2024. The agenda includes presentations on investment reports and an actuarial valuation. Additionally, the board will review a cash flow analysis for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Retiree benefit payments totaling $208,783.18
• Actuarial Valuation report as of October 1, 2023
• Investment and portfolio reports from Burgess Chambers, SSI, and Richmond Capital
• Review of various management and consulting fees

Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund

The Municipal Police Officers' Retirement Trust Fund will review quarterly investment reports and an actuarial valuation report. The meeting includes presentations from Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc., VOYA Investment Management, and Foster and Foster.

• Investment Report Quarter Ending 12/31/2023 by Burgess Chambers & Associates, Inc.
• VOYA Investment Management Quarterly Report
• Actuarial Valuation Report by Foster and Foster

Planning Commission

The commission will review updates to the Sanibel Plan, including workshop responses and vacant land inventory. The meeting also includes the election of a Chair and Vice Chair. Additionally, the commission will consider the reappointment of Paul Nichols and the introduction of Erika Steiner.

• Sanibel Plan update discussion
• Reappointment of Commissioner Paul Nichols
• Introduction of new member Erika Steiner
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of January 9, 2024 minutes

Code Enforcement Hearing

The City of Sanibel will hold code enforcement hearings regarding property maintenance and security violations. The board will review cases involving 1841 Ibis Lane and 541 East Gulf Drive.

• Case 2023-837: Maintenance of pool, landscape, and windows at 1841 Ibis Lane
• Case 2023-697: Securing windows and doors at 541 East Gulf Drive

City Council

The Sanibel City Council will discuss appointing a resident to fill a vacancy on the council. The meeting includes presentations on hurricane recovery plans and wastewater studies. Additionally, the council will hold hearings on several ordinances related to vegetation, marine structures, and special events.

• Appointment of a resident to fill the unexpired term of Dr. Scott Crater
• First reading of Ordinance 24-005 regarding mixed-use development incentives
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-002 regarding marine accessory structures
• Review of draft legislation for mandatory milestone inspections of aging condominiums
• Approval of a FEMA subaward and grant agreement for Hurricane Idalia recovery

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will review a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Sanibel Colored School. Members will also review Hospitality and Navigation panels for the Heritage Trail and discuss the Sanibel Plan-Historic Preservation Element.

• Sanibel Colored School Certificate of Appropriateness (CA-2024-000211)
• Heritage Trail Panel Review - Hospitality and Navigation Panels
• Sanibel Plan-Historic Preservation Element discussion

Vegetation Committee

The committee will discuss revisions to the Yard Recognition Program and review the draft 2023 Annual Report. Members will also receive a progress report on the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Vegetation Propagation Facility.

• Yard Recognition Program revisions
• Review of 2023 Annual Report draft
• Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Vegetation Propagation Facility progress report
• 2024 Native Plant Walk Schedule
• National Invasive Species Awareness Week (Feb 26 – Mar 1)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss long-term goals and a draft survey for a potential skate park project. Members will also receive an update on the Community Park and review recreation center revenue and membership reports.

• Update on Community Park
• Discussion of Committee Long Term Goals
• Draft Survey for Potential Skate Park Project
• Recreation Center Revenue Report
• Recreation Center Membership Report

City Council

The City Council will review several proposed ordinances regarding vegetation standards, marine accessory structures, and special event permits. Discussions also include draft legislation for milestone inspections of aging buildings and mixed-use development incentives.

• Ordinance 24-001: Coconut Palm definition update
• Ordinance 24-002: Marine accessory structures standards update
• Ordinance 24-003: Vegetation standards and fee updates
• Ordinance 23-004: Special event application and permit updates
• Draft Ordinance: Mandatory milestone inspections for aging condominiums/cooperatives

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding variance applications for property owners Simon and Frances Tutt. The request involves redevelopment of a dock and boat lift to exceed maximum waterward extension and reduce required lot line setbacks.

• Variance for 1031 South Yachtsman Drive to exceed waterward extension by 19.6-feet
• Variance for 1031 South Yachtsman Drive to reduce east lot line setback from 63.3-feet to 31.8-feet

Code Enforcement Hearing

The City of Sanibel Code Enforcement board will conduct hearings regarding several properties cited for safety and maintenance violations. The cases involve issues such as litter, debris, missing windows or doors, and unsecured structures.

• Case 2023-649: 4788 Tradewinds Drive
• Case 2023-650: 4819 Tradewinds Drive
• Case 2023-651: 1344 Jamaica Drive
• Case 2023-652: 1350 Jamaica Drive
• Case 2023-731: 1234 Par View Drive

Historical Preservation Committee

The Historical Preservation Committee will receive an update on the Beach Renourishment Project near the Sanibel Lighthouse. The committee will also discuss the Heritage Trail.

• Update on Beach Renourishment Project near Sanibel Lighthouse
• Heritage Trail discussion

Vegetation Committee

The Vegetation Committee will discuss the 2024 Native Plant Walk Schedule and the 2024 Arbor Day Celebration. The committee is also reviewing a draft for a Yard Recognition Program.

• 2024 Native Plant Walk Schedule
• 2024 Arbor Day Celebration
• Yard Recognition Program DRAFT 102223