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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 15:00
General
Town Commission holds special workshop to review 2026 budget costs and water utility concept
The Town of Ocean Ridge Commission is holding a special budget workshop to analyze operational costs against market and government benchmarks. The meeting includes discussions on a concept for a Special Water Utility Services Authority and facility rental policies. No final votes or binding decisions are scheduled on the agenda.
- Review of 'Keep the Lights On' cost of operations analysis
- Comparison of operation costs to Consumer Price Index
- Comparison of personnel costs to Employment Cost Index
- Discussion on a concept for Special Water Utility Services Authority
- Discussion regarding facility rentals for Chambers and Community Room
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION SPECIAL BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING
AGENDA
August 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS
ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Commissioner Lanette Gustafson
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
BUDGET AGENDA ITEMS
1.
Cost of Operations - a “Keep the Lights On” Analysis
2.
Operation Costs vs. Consumer Price Index (market)
3.
Personnel Costs vs. Employment Cost Index (government benchmark)
4.
Discussion on a Concept for Special Water Utility Services Authority
5.
Discussion regarding Facility Rentals (Chambers/Community Room)
TOWN COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 10:00
Town Commission
Special Magistrate to hear code enforcement case for Portofino at Ocean Ridge
The Town Commission's Special Magistrate will hold a code enforcement hearing regarding a vegetation removal violation. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the July 7, 2026, regular meeting.
- Case No. CS2026-0111: Portofino at Ocean Ridge Condo Assn, Inc. at 5855 N Ocean Blvd regarding vegetation removal without a permit (Sec. 66-161)
- Approval of July 7, 2026, Regular Meeting minutes
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
SPECIAL MAGISTRATE CODE ENFORCEMENT HEARING
AGENDA
August 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Town Hall Commission Chambers
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes of the July 7, 2026, Regular Meeting
CASES TO BE HEARD
2. CASE NO. CS2026-0111 CASE NO. CS2026-0111
PORTOFINO AT OCEAN RIDGE CONDO
ASSN, INC.
5855 N OCEAN BLVD, OCEAN RIDGE, FL
33435
RE: PORTOFINO TOWN CROSSOVER
TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE ROW
NATURE OF VIOLATION
SEC. 66-161 PERMIT REQUIRED FOR
VEGETATION REMOVAL
ADJOURNMENT
Please be advised that if a person decides to appeal any decision with respect to any matter considered at
this meeting, such person will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose, he/she may
need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The town neither provides nor prepared such record.
Persons who need an accomodation in order to attend or participate in this meeting should contact the
Town Clerk at 561-732-2635 at least 5 days prior to the meeting in order to request such assistance.
Please take notice that one or more Town Commissioners may be present at any board or commission
meeting of the Town of Ocean Ridge.
The Town of Ocean Ridge is holding all meetings in-person, with an additional option of listening to the
audio live. Any person wishing watch the meeting, go
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 14:00
General
Ocean Ridge Town Commission to hold budget workshop
The Town Commission is meeting to review the proposed budget. This is a workshop session to discuss financial planning for the town.
- Review of Proposed Budget
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING
AGENDA
August 3, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner Lanette Gustafson
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
1. Review of Proposed Budget
TOWN COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Town Commission
Town Commission to consider ordinance on artificial turf standards
The Town Commission will review a proposed ordinance to update water-efficient landscaping and artificial turf requirements for residential properties of one acre or less. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of Commissioner Lanette Gustafson and a presentation of the FY 25 audit.
- Ordinance 2026-02 regarding artificial turf/synthetic grass standards
- FY 25 Audit Presentation
- Insurance for the Town of Ocean Ridge via Preferred Governmental Insurance Trust
- Workman's Compensation Insurance via Preferred Governmental Insurance Trust
- First Amendment to the PBC Radio Agreement R2021-1427
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner Lanette Gustafson
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS & PROCLAMATIONS
1. Swearing-in of Commissioner Lanette Gustafson
2. Audit Presentation for FY 25
3. Proclamation for Chief Scott McClure
ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. The meeting schedule for the next month is as follows: 1st Public Hearing for the
Budget on Monday, September 14 at 5:05 pm; Regular Town Commission Meeting
Monday, September 14 at 6:00 PM; Code Enforcement Hearing Tuesday, August 4th
at 10:00 AM; All meetings are held in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall
5. The Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, in the Community
Room.
6. Residents who wish to sign up to receive important Town notifications and news
through Textmygov should sign up on the Town’s website or call Town Hall for
assistance.
PUBLIC COMMENT – (3-minute individual limit for items not on the agenda)
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (Items that do not require discussion)
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:00
Town Commission
Quasi-judicial hearing for development at 5920 N Ocean Blvd continues
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a development plan review for 5920 N Ocean Blvd, continued from a previous meeting. They will also discuss proposed revisions to regulations on accessory uses, buildings, and structures, as well as changes to construction duration rules to comply with a state mandate on single-family dwelling permit timelines. The meeting includes standard procedural items like public comment and approval of the prior meeting's minutes.
- Quasi-judicial hearing: Development Plan Review for 5920 N Ocean Blvd (continuation)
- Discussion on revisions to Town regulations on accessory uses, buildings, and structures
- Discussion on revisions to duration of construction due to state mandate on permit duration for single-family dwellings
- Approval of minutes from the July 21, 2026, Regular Meeting
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
PLANNING & ZONING REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
July 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Chair P. Shields Ferber
Vice Chair Kenneth Kaleel
Member Neal Sigety
Member Marc de Baptiste
Member Fady Khairallah
Alt. Member Jason Sutherland
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Building Official Mike Crisafulle
Town Planner Corey O'Gorman
Town Engineer Orlando Rubio
Town Zoning Official Manual Palacios
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT – (3-minute individual limit for items not on the agenda)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Adopt Minutes of the July 21, 2026, Regular Meeting
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
2. Quasi-judicial Hearing: Development Plan Review - 5920 N Ocean Blvd
(Continuation)
3. Discussion on Revisions to Town’s Regulations on Accessory Uses, Buildings, and
Structures
4. Discussion on Revisions to Town’s Duration of Construction due to State Mandate on
Permit Duration for Single-Family Dwellings
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
This item is reserved for any Commissioner Comments that are not related to any item printed
on the agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD WILL BE HELD
ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026, AT 9:00 AM AT TOWN HALL.
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting AGENDA July 21, 2026 -2-
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 18:00
Town Commission
Commission to set maximum millage rate for FY2027 budget
The Town Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss and approve a maximum millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year. Other actions include a second reading of an ordinance on recovery residence reasonable accommodation procedures, direction on revisions to accessory use regulations, and a vote on awarding a contract for drainage improvements on Harbour Drive N. Several recognitions of police officers and presentations are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing to set maximum millage rate for Fiscal Year 2027
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-03 on recovery residence reasonable accommodation procedures
- Direction on revisions to regulations for accessory uses, buildings, and structures
- Approval to award contract for ITB26-002: Harbour Drive N Drainage
- Amendment to schedule of fees for various services (Resolution 2026-06)
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
July 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner David Hutchins
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS & PROCLAMATIONS
1. Presentation on PBC Library System by Douglas Crane, Director of PBC Library System
2. Presentation by Rhonda Giger, General Counsel of the PBC Commission on Ethics
3. Recognition/Commendation - Officer Jimmy Pilon
4. Recognition/Commendation — Officers Mario Galluscio and William Ranta
5. Recognition/ Commendation — Officer Matthew Powers
ANNOUNCEMENTS
6. The meeting schedule for the next month is as follows: Town Commission Budget
Workshop Meeting Monday, August 3rd at 2:00 PM; Regular Town Commission
Meeting Monday, August 3rd at 6:00 PM; Code Enforcement Hearing Tuesday,
August 4th at 10:00 AM; Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Tuesday, 21st at
9:00 AM; All meetings are held in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall
7. Residents who wish to sign up to receive important Town notifications and news
through Civic Ready should sign up on the Town’s we …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 14:00
General
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 10:00
Town Commission
Special Magistrate to hear 10 code enforcement cases
The Special Magistrate will hold hearings to address various code violations. These include parking infractions, a dog on the beach, and construction or maintenance issues at specific residential properties.
- Parking violations at Old Ocean Blvd, N Ocean Blvd/Coconut Ln, Inlet Park, and Hammock Park
- Dog on beach violation at 6620 N Ocean Blvd
- Construction abandonment and FBC violations at 118 Marlin Dr
- Maintenance and right-of-way obstruction at 11 Coconut Ln
- Code violations at 6133 N Ocean Blvd
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
SPECIAL MAGISTRATE CODE ENFORCEMENT HEARING
AGENDA
July 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Town Hall Commission Chambers
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes of the May 5, 2026, Regular Meeting
CASES TO BE HEARD
2. CASE NO. PD2026-014 CASE NO. PD2026-014
C & T AUTO HOLDINGS LLC
2703 N DIXIE HWY, DELRAY BEACH, FL
33483
CITATION PO1992OR
VIOLATION @OLD OCEAN BLVD
NATURE OF VIOLATION
54-2 NO PARKING AS POSTED; CANNOT
PARK W/OUT PERMIT OR IN SOMEONE
ELSE'S ASSIGNED SPACE
3. CASE NO. PD2026-016 CASE NO. PD2026-016
THE HERTZ CORPORATION
PO BOX 24130, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73134
CITATION PO2021OR
VIOLATION @N OCEAN BLVD/COCONUT
LN
NATURE OF VIOLATION
54-2 NO PARKING AS POSTED
4. CASE NO. PD2026-017 CASE NO. PD2026-017
TSOBI AZIZI WAUKE BROWN
3050 CONGRESS PARK DR., APT 52, LAKE
WORTH, FL 33461
CITATION PO2023OR
VIOLATION @ INLET PARK
NATURE OF VIOLATION
54-2 NO PARKING AS POSTED
5. CASE NO. PD2026-018 CASE NO. PD2026-018
VAN PELT INVESTMENTS LLC
1001 S MAIN ST, STE 49, KALISPELL, MT
59901
CITATION PO2025OR
VIOLATION @ HAMMOCK PARK
NATURE OF VIOLATION
54-2 NO PARKING AS POSTED; NO
PARKING ON GRASS
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6. CASE NO. PD2026-019 CASE NO. PD2026-019
MARIAH ALEXANDRA CHAVES
786 BURCH DR, WEST PALM BEACH, FL
33415
CITATION PO2028OR
VIOLATION @ 6620 N OCEAN BLVD
NATURE OF VIOLATION
62-28 DOG ON BEACH, FIRST OFFENSE
7. CASE NO. PD2026-020 CASE NO. …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00
General
Commission to vote on ordinance allowing recovery residences under reasonable accommodation
The Town Commission will consider an ordinance on first reading that updates building standards to include certified recovery residences in reasonable accommodation procedures, as required by state law. The board will also vote on two resolutions amending the schedule of fees for various services and a unity of control agreement for two local entities. The consent agenda includes renewal of a building inspections services agreement.
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-03 amending Chapter 67 to add certified recovery residences to reasonable accommodation procedures
- Resolution 2026-06 and Resolution 2026-07 amending the adopted schedule of fees for various services
- Approval of Unity of Control for Ocean Club of Florida, Inc. and Edwards Ocean Ridge, LLC
- Renewal of Hy-Byrd Building Inspections Services Agreement on consent agenda
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
June 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner David Hutchins
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT – (3-minute individual limit for items not on the agenda)
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (Items that do not require discussion)
1. Approval of Renewal of Hy-Byrd Building Inspections Services Agreement
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
2. Approval of Unity of Control for the Ocean Club of Florida, Inc., and Edwards Ocean
Ridge, LLC
3. Approval Resolution 2026-06: A Resolution Of The Town Commission Of The Town
Of Ocean Ridge, Florida, Amending The Adopted Schedule Of Fees For Various
Services; And, Providing For Repeal Of Conflicting Resolutions And An Effective
Date
4. Approval of Resolution 2026-07: A Resolution Of The Town Commission Of The
Town Of Ocean Ridge, Florida, Amending The Adopted Schedule Of Fees For
Various Services; And Providing For Repeal Of Conflicting Resolutions And An
Effective Date
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 09:00
Planning & Zoning
Planning & Zoning to discuss artificial turf and accommodation ordinances
The Planning & Zoning board will meet to select a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also discuss potential revisions to the town's Artificial Turf Ordinance and Reasonable Accommodation Procedures Ordinance.
- Selection of Chair & Vice Chair
- Discussion regarding revisions to Artificial Turf Ordinance
- Discussion regarding revisions to Reasonable Accommodation Procedures Ordinance
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✓ Decided: Commission approves updated artificial turf and reasonable accommodation ordinances
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a revised Artificial Turf Ordinance with modifications to irrigation requirements to align with FDEP standards. The commission also approved the Reasonable Accommodation Procedures Ordinance, which includes new language regarding recovery residences. Additionally, the board formally selected its Chair and Vice Chair.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Adopted May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Selected Shields Ferber as Chair and Kenneth Kaleel as Vice Chair (4-0)
- Approved draft Artificial Turf Ordinance with modified in-ground irrigation provision (4-0)
- Approved Reasonable Accommodation Procedures Ordinance (4-0)
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
PLANNING & ZONING REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
June 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Chair P. Shields Ferber
Vice Chair Kenneth Kaleel
Member Neal Sigety
Member Marc de Baptiste
Member Fady Khairallah
Alt. Member Lanette Bosch Gustafson
Alt. Member Jason Sutherland
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Building Official Mike Crisafulle
Town Planner Corey O'Gorman
Town Engineer Orlando Rubio
Town Zoning Official Manual Palacios
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT – (3-minute individual limit for items not on the agenda)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Adopt Minutes of the May 19, 2026, Regular Meeting.
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
2. Selection of Chair & Vice Chair
3. Discussion Regarding Revisions to Artificial Turf Ordinance
4. Discussion Regarding Revisions to Reasonable Accommodation Procedures
Ordinance
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
This item is reserved for any Commissioner Comments that are not related to any item printed
on the agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD WILL BE HELD
ON TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, AT 9:00 AM AT TOWN HALL.
The Town of Ocean Ridge is holding all meetings in-person, with an additional option of listening to the
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting AGENDA June 16, 2026 -2-
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PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 16, 2026
Meeting Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean Ridge held on
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in the Town Hall Meeting Chambers.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chair Ferber.
ROLL CALL
Assistant to the Town Manager Buzzetta led the roll call, which was answered by the following:
Chair Shields Ferber Present
Vice Chair Kenneth Kaleel Present
Member de Baptiste Absent
Member Fady Khairallah Present .
Member Neal Sigety Present
Member Gustafson Absent y,
Members de Baptiste and Gustafson were absent with notice.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4
Chair Ferber led the Pledge of Allegiance. /
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, van OF AGENDA
Vice Chair Kaleel moved to approve the agenda; seconded by Member Khairallah. Motion carried
4-0. /
/
PUBLIC COMMENT
Chair Ferber opened the floor for mate Coment
The following spoke: Terry Brown”
Vice Chair Kaleel closed thefloor for public comment.
APPROVAL OF MINOTES
1. Adopt Mihutes of May 19, 2026, Regular Meeting.
Vice Chair Kaleel moved to adopt the minutes of May 19, 2026; seconded by Member Sigety. Motion
carried 4-0.
DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
2. Selection of Chair & Vice Chair
Town Clerk Kelly Avery noted that the annual selection of Chair and Vice Chair, which was to have been
conducted at the prior meeting, had not taken place and needed to be completed. She offered the option
~of ballots or open nominations.
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 10:00
Town Commission
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 14:00
General
Ocean Ridge Town Commission holds budget workshop for 2026-2027
The Town Commission is meeting to review the proposed 2026-2027 budget summary and a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. The session includes a review of previous budget investments and a budget reduction exercise.
- 2026-2027 Proposed Budget Summary
- 2026-2027 Proposed 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Budget Reduction Exercise
- Organizational Chart and Personnel Review
- Review of previous budget investments and outcomes
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING
AGENDA
June 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner David Hutchins
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
BUDGET AGENDA ITEMS
1. Investments and Outcomes - See the results of a few of last year's budget investments.
2. Organizational Chart and Personnel Review
3. 2026-2027 Proposed Budget Summary
4. 2026-2027 Proposed 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
5. Budget Reduction Exercise
ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
Town Commission
Quasi-judicial hearing on site plan for Ocean Club at 6849 N Ocean Blvd
The Ocean Ridge Town Commission will hold a regular meeting with consent and regular agenda items. Notably, commissioners will discuss filling a vacancy and conduct a quasi-judicial hearing on a site plan review for the Ocean Club property at 6849 N Ocean Blvd. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, financial reports, infrastructure surtax expenditures, resolutions on flood insurance and budget amendment, and installation of lightning protection at Town Hall and garage. Public comment is invited for non-agenda items.
- Quasi-judicial hearing: Site Plan Review for 6849 N Ocean Blvd (Ocean Club)
- Discussion of a Town Commission vacancy
- Resolution 2026-04 adopting Flood Insurance Coverage Improvement Plan
- Resolution 2026-05 adopting Budget Amendment #2 for FY2025-26
- Installation of lightning protection at Town Hall and garage
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
June 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner David Hutchins
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS & PROCLAMATIONS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. The meeting schedule for the next month is as follows: Town Commission Budget
Workshop Meeting Wednesday, July 8th at 2:00 PM; Regular Town Commission
Meeting Wednesday, July 8th at 6:00 PM; Code Enforcement Hearing Tuesday, July
7th at 10:00 AM; Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Tuesday, June 16th at 9:00
AM; All meetings are held in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall
2. Town Hall will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth Day
holiday.
3. Town Hall will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of the Independence Day
holiday.
4. Residents who wish to sign up to receive important Town notifications and news
through TextmyGov should sign up on the Town’s website or call Town Hall for
assistance.
PUBLIC COMMENT – (3-minute individual limit for items not on the agenda)
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 10:00
General
Committee to review FY254 infrastructure surtax expenditures
The Infrastructure Surtax Citizen Oversight Committee will meet to discuss and approve a report on FY254 expenditures. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from a previous session.
- Approve minutes from February 18, 2025 meeting
- Approve report on FY254 infrastructure surtax expenditures
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
INFRASTRUCTURE SURTAX CITIZEN OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
May 19, 2026 Immediately After P & Z Meeting
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Chair P. Shields Ferber
Vice Chair Kenneth Kaleel
Member Neal Sigety
Member Marc de Baptiste
Member Fady Khairallah
Alt. Member Lanette Bosch Gustafson
Alt. Member Jason Sutherland
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Building Official Mike Crisafulle
Town Planner Corey O'Gorman
Town Engineer Orlando Rubio
Town Zoning Official Manual Palacios
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Adopt Minutes of the February 18, 2025 Meeting
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
2. Approve Report to the Town Commission Regarding Infrastructure Surtax
Expenditures for FY254
ADJOURNMENT
The Town of Ocean Ridge is holding all meetings in-person, with an additional option of listening to the
audio live. Any person wishing to view the meeting online, go to:
https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning & Zoning Commission with respect to
any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and that
for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which
record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Persons who need an
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 09:00
Town Commission
Planning & Zoning Board to review three development and site plans
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold quasi-judicial hearings to review development and site plans for three specific properties. The board will also vote to adopt the minutes from the April 21, 2026, meeting.
- Development Plan Review for 7 Harbour Dr. N
- Development Plan Review Renewal for 5920 N Ocean Blvd
- Site Plan Review for 6849 N Ocean Blvd
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✓ Decided: Ocean Ridge P&Z approves 7 Harbour Dr. N development plan
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the development plan for 7 Harbour Dr. N with no conditions (5-0), continued the review of 5920 N Ocean Blvd to the June meeting (5-0), and approved the site plan for 6849 N Ocean Blvd (5-0). The minutes also include adoption of the April 21, 2026 minutes and procedural items.
- Approved development plan for 7 Harbour Dr. N with no conditions (5-0)
- Continued development plan review for 5920 N Ocean Blvd to June meeting (5-0)
- Approved site plan for 6849 N Ocean Blvd (5-0)
- Adopted minutes of April 21, 2026 regular meeting (5-0)
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
PLANNING & ZONING REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
May 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Chair P. Shields Ferber
Vice Chair Kenneth Kaleel
Member Neal Sigety
Member Marc de Baptiste
Member Fady Khairallah
Alt. Member Lanette Bosch Gustafson
Alt. Member Jason Sutherland
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Building Official Mike Crisafulle
Town Planner Corey O'Gorman
Town Engineer Orlando Rubio
Town Zoning Official Manual Palacios
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENT – (3-minute individual limit for items not on the agenda)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Adopt Minutes of the April 21, 2026, Meeting
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
2. Quasi-judicial Hearing: Development Plan Review - 7 Harbour Dr. N (Continuation)
3. Quasi-judicial Hearing: Development Plan Review (Renewal) - 5920 N Ocean Blvd
(Continuation)
4. Quasi-judicial Hearing: Site Plan Review - 6849 N Ocean Blvd
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
This item is reserved for any Commissioner Comments that are not related to any item printed
on the agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING BOARD WILL BE HELD
ON TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026, AT 9:00 AM AT TOWN HALL.
The Town of Ocean Ridge is holding all meetings in-person, with an additional option of listening to the
audio live. Any person wishing to view the meeting online, go to:
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PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
MAY 19, 2026
Meeting Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the Town of Ocean Ridge held on
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in the Town Hall Meeting Chambers.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Vice Chair Kaleel.
ROLL CALL
Town Clerk Avery led the roll call, which was answered by the following:
Chair Shields Ferber Absent
Vice Chair Kenneth Kaleel Present
Member de Baptiste Present
Member Fady Khairallah Present
Member Neal Sigety Present
Member Gustafson Present
Chair Ferber was absent with notice.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Ferber led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Town Clerk Avery swore in Member Sigety.
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There was none.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Vice Chair Kaleel opened the floor for public comment.
The following spoke: Terry Brown
Vice Chair Kaleel closed the floor for public comment. He called for a moment of silence in honor of
the passing of Commissioner Hutchins.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Adopt Minutes of April 21, 2026, Regular Meeting.
Member de Baptiste moved to adopt the minutes of April 21, 2026; seconded by Member
Khairallah. Motion carried 5-0.
DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
2. Quasi-Judicial Hearing: Development Plan Review — 7 Harbour Dr. N (Continuation)
Town Planner Corey O'Gorman introduced the continued development plan review application and
summarized the applicant’s revisions addressing the Board’s previous comments, noting st …
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Tue May 5, 2026 · 10:00
Town Commission
Special magistrate hears two code enforcement cases, including yacht club extension request
The Ocean Ridge Special Magistrate will hold a code enforcement hearing to consider two cases: an extension request from the Ocean Ridge Yacht Club HOA and a violation of town code sections 66-161(A), (B)(6), and (F)(2) at 5910 Old Ocean Blvd. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the prior hearing.
- Case CS2024-010: Ocean Ridge Yacht Club HOA request for extension of order regarding property at 5600 N Ocean Blvd
- Case PD2026-003: Bridget S Van Arnem cited for violation of Sec. 66-161(A), (B)(6), and (F)(2) at 5910 Old Ocean Blvd (The Dunes)
- Approval of minutes from the April 7, 2026, Special Magistrate Code Enforcement Hearing
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
SPECIAL MAGISTRATE CODE ENFORCEMENT HEARING
AGENDA
May 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Town Hall Commission Chambers
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of Minutes of the April 7, 2026, Meeting
CASES TO BE HEARD
2. CASE NO CS2024-010 CASE NO CS2024-010
OCEAN RIDGE YACHT CLUB HOA INC -
RENAISSANCE MGMT
36 SE 3RD ST, BOCA RATON, FL 33432
RE: 5600 N OCEAN BLVD
46-43-45-34-41-001-0000
NATURE OF VIOLATION
REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF ORDER
3. CASE NO PD2026-003 CASE NO PD2026-003
BRIDGET S VAN ARNEM
5910 OLD OCEAN BLVD, OCEAN RIDGE, FL
33435
RE: 5910 OLD OCEAN (DUNES)
46-43-45-27-08-006-0020
NATURE OF VIOLATION
SEC. 66-161(A), 66-161 (B)(6) & 66-161 (F)(2)
ADJOURNMENT
Please be advised that if a person decides to appeal any decision with respect to any matter considered at
this meeting, such person will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose, he/she may
need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The town neither provides nor prepared such record.
Persons who need an accomodation in order to attend or participate in this meeting should contact the
Town Clerk at 561-732-2635 at least 5 days prior to the meeting in order to request such assistance.
Please take notice that one or more Town Commissioners may be present at any board or commission
meeting of the Town of Ocean Ridge.
The Town of Ocean Ridge is …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 18:00
Town Commission
Commission to discuss state housing bill, approve new dispatch system
The Town Commission will consider consent agenda items including approval of a new Oracle computer-aided dispatch/records management system, a budget reduction exercise workshop, and the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget calendar. Regular agenda items include a discussion of pending State House Bill 1451, selection of an audit committee chair and members, and appointments to the Planning & Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment. Proclamations for Municipal Clerk's Week and National Police Week will also be presented.
- Discussion of pending State House Bill 1451
- Approval of Oracle Computer-Aided Dispatch/Records Management System
- Budget Reduction Exercise and Workshop Agenda
- 2026 Debris Management Site Pre-Authorization
- Appointments to Planning & Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
TOWN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
May 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner David Hutchins
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS & PROCLAMATIONS
1. Senator Lori Berman - Legislative Update
2. Municipal Clerk's Week Proclamation
3. National Police Week & Peace Officer's Memorial Day Proclamation
ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. The meeting schedule for the next month is as follows: Regular Town Commission
Meeting Monday, June 1st at 6:00 PM; Code Enforcement Hearing Tuesday, May 5th
at 10:00 AM; Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Tuesday, May 19th at 9:00
AM; All meetings are held in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall
5. Town Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of the Memorial Day
holiday.
6. Residents who wish to sign up to receive important Town notifications and news
through Civic Ready should sign up on the Town’s website or call Town Hall for
assistance.
PUBLIC COMMENT – (3-minute individual limit for items not on the agenda)
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (Items that do not require discu …
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Mon May 4, 2026 · 14:00
General
Ocean Ridge commission to review planning law changes and HB 1451
The Town Commission is holding a special workshop to discuss legislative changes affecting town planning, presented by a consultant. They will also review Florida House Bill 1451. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Review of legislative changes pertaining to planning in Ocean Ridge
- Discussion of HB 1451
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TOWN OF OCEAN RIDGE
SPECIAL TOWN COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING
AGENDA
May 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Town Hall - Meeting Chambers
TOWN COMMISSIONERS ADMINISTRATION
Mayor Geoff Pugh
Vice Mayor Steve Coz
Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy
Commissioner David Hutchins
Commissioner Ainar Aijala Jr.
Town Manager Michelle Heiser
Town Attorney Christy Goddeau
Town Clerk Kelly Avery
Chief of Police Scott McClure
To join the meeting, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@oceanridge9274
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, MODIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEMS
1. Review of Legislative Changes as it Pertains to Planning within the Town - Bonnie
Landry- Professional Planning Services
2. HB 1451
ADJOURNMENT
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Traffic fatalities1 (2022)
Business establishments55,803 (592,227 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,187/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy22.2% (low numeracy 33% · 2017)
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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