Belleair, FL

Town Commission

The Belleair Town Commission is meeting to hold second readings of two ordinances: one requiring milestone inspections and one governing replacement driveways. The commission will also discuss a Public Works Department item, consider a special relief permit for Belleair's Backyard Bash, and review a contract with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office for FY27.

• Second Reading of Ordinance 599 - Milestone Inspections
• Second Reading of Ordinance 600 - Replacement Driveway
• Special Relief Permit Proposal - Belleair's Backyard Bash
• Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Contract FY27
• Major Special Relief Permit Proposal - The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican

Planning & Zoning Board

The Belleair Planning & Zoning Board will hold its regular meeting on August 3, 2026, at Town Hall. The board will discuss a first reading of Ordinance 600 regarding replacement driveways, review an exterior paint ordinance draft, and receive updates on historical resources including the town historian role and CLG status.

• First reading of Ordinance 600 - Replacement Driveway
• Proposed Exterior Paint Ordinance (draft)
• CLG Status Update with attached letter
• Town Historian and Archivist Role discussion
• Historical Resources Strategic Plan reference

Special Meeting

The Town Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct second readings of two ordinances regarding the town charter. The body will also consider a resolution concerning a charter referendum.

• Second Reading of Ordinance 597 - Charter Section 5.04
• Second Reading of Ordinance 598 - Charter Section 10.01
• Resolution 2026-10 Charter Referendum

Town Commission

The Town Commission will review the 2025 financial audit, approve the 2027 budget, and set the maximum millage rate. The body will also hold first readings for two ordinances regarding milestone inspections and driveway replacements.

• First reading of Ordinance 599 on milestone inspections
• First reading of Ordinance 600 on driveway replacements
• Approval of purchase orders over $30,000 for FY 2026
• Review of 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and audit
• Renewal of Forward Pinellas Interlocal Agreement for planning services

Finance Board

The Finance Board will discuss the proposed FY 2027 budget and preliminary maximum millage rates. The board will also review the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit.

• FY 2027 Budget Overview and Proposed Budget Fund Summary Review
• Maximum Millage Preliminary 2027
• FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit
• Investment Schedule - FY 2026 3rd Quarter Results
• State of Florida Property Tax Reform/Legislation presentation

Special Meeting

At this special meeting, the Town Commission will conduct first readings of two proposed charter amendments: Ordinance 597 (amending Charter Section 5.04) and Ordinance 598 (amending Charter Section 10.01). These are public hearings, and no final vote is scheduled at this stage. The meeting also includes citizens comments on non-agenda items.

• First reading of Ordinance 597 – Charter Section 5.04 amendment
• First reading of Ordinance 598 – Charter Section 10.01 amendment
• Scheduled public hearing for both ordinances
• Citizens comments on items not on the agenda (3 minutes per speaker)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will approve the minutes from its April 13, 2026 meeting and receive an update on historical resources. The meeting will also include a period for citizens to comment on items not on the agenda.

• Approval of April 13, 2026 Meeting Minutes (Item 26-0062)
• Historical Resources Update (Item 26-0066)
• Citizens Comments on non-agenda items

Charter Review Committee

The committee is reviewing draft ordinances and resolutions intended to update the town's charter. This meeting serves as a final review stage for these legislative changes before they move forward.

• Draft Ordinance No. 597 (Section 5.04)
• Draft Ordinance No. 598 (Section 10.01)
• Draft Resolution 2026-10

The Charter Review Committee unanimously approved Ordinance 597 as drafted, Ordinance 598 as amended, and Resolution 2026-10 with amendments to clarify ballot language. The ordinances and resolution will go to the Town Commission for passage.

• Approved Ordinance 597 as drafted (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 598 as amended (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2026-10 with amendments (5-0)

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will consider a request for an after-the-fact boat dock variance at 431 St Andrews Dr. A previously scheduled setback variance for 7 Eastwood Lane has been withdrawn.

• After-the-fact boat dock variance: 431 St Andrews Dr
• Withdrawn setback variance: 7 Eastwood Lane

The Special Magistrate granted a variance for an after-the-fact boat dock repair at 431 St Andrews Dr, which had been damaged in a hurricane and rebuilt without the required town variance. The request for a variance at 7 Eastwood Lane was withdrawn before the hearing. The meeting was procedural and concluded with no further business.

• Granted after-the-fact boat dock variance at 431 St Andrews Dr
• Withdrawn variance request at 7 Eastwood Lane

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee is meeting to discuss a redlined draft of proposed charter amendments. The committee will review these preliminary recommendations alongside recent voter data and the FY 2026 budget.

• Review of Charter Red Line document
• Discussion of Preliminary Recommended Charter Changes

The Charter Review Committee met to discuss preliminary recommended changes to the town charter, including removing references to the Planning and Zoning Board, adjusting election deadlines, and clarifying commissioner compensation. No formal votes were taken; the committee reached consensus on several items but tabled decisions on police department referendum language and signature thresholds until a future meeting.

• Consensus to remove Section referencing Planning and Zoning Board from charter (board continues via ordinance)
• Consensus to remove Section 7 (referenced in state law) to avoid conflict
• Consensus to move election deadline to May to align with election deadlines
• Consensus not to add 'assessments' language to Section 2.11
• Consensus not to change commissioner compensation language at this time
• Police Department referendum question and 10% signature threshold tabled for next meeting

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee is meeting to initiate its formal review of the town's governing documents. The session focuses on discussing the overall review process and establishing a schedule for future meetings.

• Discussion of Charter Review Process
• Establishing Meeting Calendar

The committee discussed potential charter amendments, including compensation, territorial changes, and flexibility in light of a proposed property tax amendment. No formal decisions were made; the next meetings were scheduled for June 25 and July 2.

• Set next meetings for June 25 and July 2 (consensus)
• Discussed but took no vote on charter changes for compensation, annexation, or referendum requirements

Town Commission

The commission is holding a public hearing on the second reading of an ordinance amending regulations for certified recovery residences. Members will also vote to accept grant funds, nominate a deputy mayor, and discuss a proposed state property tax bill. Routine approvals include meeting minutes and a July 4th parade permit.

• Second reading of Ordinance 596 amending Chapter 74 for certified recovery residences
• Resolution 2026-09 accepting grant funds under the IRR 2 Funding Agreement
• Special Relief Permit approval for the July 4th Bike Parade
• Deputy Mayor nomination and vote
• Discussion of CS/HJR 1-F, a proposed property tax bill

The Town Commission voted 4-1 to support merging the Metropolitan Planning Organizations of Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties. They also unanimously approved on second reading Ordinance 596, amending Chapter 74 regarding Certified Recovery Residences. A resolution accepting grant funds for Indian Rocks Road Phase II planning and engineering was approved 5-0. The commission discussed the potential impacts of proposed property tax bill CS/HJR 1-F, with staff planning future presentations on service and funding alternatives.

• Supported merger of Pasco, Pinellas, and Hillsborough County MPOs (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 596 amending Ch 74 on Certified Recovery Residences (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including May 19 meeting minutes and July 4th Bike Parade special relief permit (5-0)
• Reappointed Deputy Mayor Thomas Shelly (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-09 accepting grant funds for Indian Rocks Road Phase II planning and engineering (5-0)
• Discussed CS/HJR 1-F property tax bill; no vote taken

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear and decide on three variance applications for properties at 417 St. Andrew's Drive, 230 S Garden Circle, and 7 Eastwood Lane. Each involves proposed construction or modifications requiring zoning relief. Public hearings are included.

• Variance 26-0033: 417 St. Andrew's Drive
• Variance 26-0034: 230 S Garden Circle
• Variance 26-0035: 7 Eastwood Lane

The Special Magistrate denied two variance requests (417 St. Andrew's Drive and 230 S Garden Circle) and continued a third (7 Eastwood Lane) for 30 days due to unclear code interpretation. The first denial was for a retention wall where the applicant failed to prove hardship; the second was for a new home where the magistrate found the minimum-variance criterion unmet. The third case was continued because the magistrate questioned whether the proposed patio even required a variance under the town's setback definitions.

• Denied variance for retention wall at 417 St. Andrew's Drive (criteria not met)
• Denied three variances for new home at 230 S Garden Circle (criteria 4 not met)
• Continued variance for patio at 7 Eastwood Lane to July 1, 2026 hearing

Town Commission

The Town Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: a second reading of Ordinance 595 regulating right-of-way use, and a first reading of Ordinance 596 to amend rules for certified recovery residences (sober homes). The commission will also consider design and engineering approval for Indian Rocks Road Phase 2, appoint members to finance, infrastructure, planning and zoning boards, and establish a charter review committee. Additional items include proclamations for National Public Works Week and Police Week, and approval of interlocal agreements for disaster debris collection.

• Second reading of Ordinance 595: Right-of-way regulations
• First reading of Ordinance 596: Amending chapter on certified recovery residences (sober homes)
• Approval of interlocal agreements for disaster debris collection and removal
• Approval of design and engineering for Indian Rocks Road Phase 2
• Appointments to finance, infrastructure, planning and zoning boards and charter review committee

The Town Commission approved Ordinance 595 on second and final reading, establishing right-of-way regulations, despite a request for postponement from AT&T. The commission also advanced a first reading of Ordinance 596 to amend Chapter 74 regarding certified recovery residences, and approved several resolutions including removal of 305 Overbrook from the historic registry and appointments to various boards. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved Ordinance 595 (Right of Way) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 596 (Certified Recovery Residences) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 removing 305 Overbrook from historic registry (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-05 Finance Board member appointments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-06 Infrastructure Board member appointments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-07 Planning and Zoning Board member appointments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-08 Charter Review Committee establishment and member appointments (5-0)
• Approved Indian Rocks Road Phase 2 design and engineering fee for RS&H (5-0)

Town Commission

The Town Commission will hold public hearings regarding right-of-way ordinances and a request to remove historic designation from a specific property. The body will also review quarterly purchase orders over $30,000 and discuss Belleair Creek ownership and easements.

• First reading of Ordinance 595: Right of Way
• Historic designation removal request for 305 Overbrook Drive
• Approval of FY2026 2nd Quarter purchase orders of $30,000 or greater
• Special relief permits for May Day Market and Summer Kickoff Bash Sip N Slide
• Renewal of The Southern Group lobbying services contract

First reading of Ordinance 595, which consolidates and updates right-of-way regulations, was approved unanimously (5-0). The commission also voted 5-0 to remove the historic designation at 305 Overbrook Drive. The consent agenda, including purchase orders and special relief permits, was approved. The commission agreed to hold a public meeting on Belleair Creek maintenance.

• First reading of Ordinance 595: unified right-of-way regulations approved (5-0)
• Removal of historic designation at 305 Overbrook Drive approved (5-0)
• Consent agenda approved: meeting minutes, purchase orders $30k+, special relief permits, lobbying contract renewal, NPDES interlocal agreement amendment, 2026-2027 budget calendar (5-0)
• Commission directed staff to schedule a public meeting on Belleair Creek maintenance

Planning & Zoning Board

The Belleair Planning & Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to remove historic designation from a property at 305 Overbrook Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting and hear citizen comments.

• Public hearing and decision on historic designation removal for 305 Overbrook Drive
• Approval of January 12, 2026 meeting minutes

The board voted 3-0 to remove 305 Overbrook Drive from the town's historic registry, allowing the owner to proceed with internal renovations and cosmetic exterior repairs without future certificate-of-appropriateness reviews. The board also voted 3-0 to direct staff to research and potentially develop architectural standards for new construction and remodels, with a future board to oversee them.

• Approved removal of historic designation at 305 Overbrook Drive (3-0)
• Approved motion to pursue architectural standards and a potential oversight board (3-0)

Town Commission

The Town Commission will consider several resolutions, including a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Sun Coast Police Benevolent Association effective through September 30, 2028. Other items include final budget amendments for FY 2024-2025, vacating a utility easement at 150 Palmetto Rd, and appointing a Charter Review Committee. Consent items cover special relief permits for community events and a rate increase from WSP.

• Resolution 2026-03 — three-year police union contract (Sun Coast PBA) through Sept 30, 2028
• Resolution 2026-02 — final budget amendments for FY 2024-2025
• Resolution 2026-01 — vacating a utility easement at 150 Palmetto Rd
• Consent: WSP rate increase (dollar amount not specified)
• Consent: special relief permits for 2026 Omelette Party and Springfest & Arbor Day Celebration

The Town Commission approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Sun Coast Police Benevolent Association effective through September 30, 2028, along with several other items. The commission also approved resolutions to vacate a sewer easement at 150 Palmetto Rd and final budget amendments for FY 2024-2025. A charter review committee was discussed but no appointments were made.

• Approved Resolution 2026-03 police union contract with Sun Coast PBA through Sept 30, 2028 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-01 vacating utility sewer easement at 150 Palmetto Rd (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-02 final budget amendments FY 2024-2025 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Feb 17 minutes, special relief permits for Omelette Party, Springfest, text alert signage, and WSP rate increase (4-0)
• Accepted 2026 Arbor Day Proclamation (4-0)
• Accepted 2026 Water Conservation Month Proclamation (4-0)

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will hear a variance request for setback relief at 821 Bayview Drive in Belleair. The meeting includes a public hearing on the variance application (case 26-0002). No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Variance for setback relief at 821 Bayview Drive, Belleair, FL 33756 (case 26-0002)

The Special Magistrate approved the requested variance to reduce the front setback to 17.5 ft for the property at 821 Bayview Drive, subject to two conditions about site consistency and garage aesthetics. No public comments were received. The meeting was adjourned at 3:12 PM.

• Approved 17.5‑ft setback variance for 821 Bayview Drive (no vote tally recorded)

Public Meeting

The Town Council will discuss the proposed bargaining agreement between the Town of Belleair and the Sun Coast Police Benevolent Association (SCPBA). This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with no other decisions or proposals listed.

• Discussion of Town of Belleair and Sun Coast Police Benevolent Association Bargaining Agreement

Town Commission

The Town Commission will approve the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting and proclaim March as Irish American Heritage Month. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding the Indian Rocks Road and Pathway Determination.

• Approval of January 20, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Proclaiming March as Irish American Heritage Month
• Presentation on Indian Rocks Road and Pathway Determination
• Special Relief Permit Request - 2026 Sunset 5k and Fun Run
• Special Relief Permit Request - 2026 Dogs N Donuts

The Town Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the January 20, 2026 meeting minutes, a proclamation of March as Irish American Heritage Month, and two special relief permits for the 2026 Sunset 5k Fun Run and Dogs N Donuts events. The Commission also voted to move forward with Option A for the Indian Rocks Road and Pathway project. Both actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Consent Agenda item 25-0205 (January 20, 2026 minutes) – unanimous
• Approved Consent Agenda item 25-0209 (March Irish American Heritage Month proclamation) – unanimous
• Approved Consent Agenda item 25-0206 (2026 Sunset 5k and Fun Run permit) – unanimous
• Approved Consent Agenda item 25-0207 (2026 Dogs N Donuts permit) – unanimous
• Moved forward with Option A for Indian Rocks Road and Pathway determination – unanimous

Public Meeting

The Belleair Finance and Infrastructure Boards will hold a joint meeting to review engineering estimates and timelines for the Indian Rocks Road and Pathway Determination project.

• Review of 2024 Original Engineering Estimate IRR3
• Review of 2026 Option B Estimate IRR3
• Presentation of IRR Options and Timelines
• Crosswalk of Estimates
• Indian Rocks Road and Pathway Determination (25-0204)

Finance Board

The Belleair Finance Board will consider a State of Florida property tax elimination proposal, review investment schedules for FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26, and introduce a new finance director. The board will also vote on approving minutes from August 28, 2024.

• Discussion of State of Florida Property Tax Elimination Proposal
• Introduction of new Finance Director
• Review of Investment Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Review of Investment Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025-26 (through Nov 2025)
• Approval of August 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Town Commission

The commission holds public hearings for second readings of two ordinances: one updating floodplain management (Ordinance 593) and another amending administrative provisions (Ordinance 594). A separate public hearing considers vacating a roadway at 401 Fairview Road/Roebling Road N. The consent agenda includes approval of purchase orders over $30,000 and a special relief permit for the 2026 community-wide garage sale.

• Second reading of Ordinance 593 amending Chapter 75 Floodplain Management
• Second reading of Ordinance 594 amending Chapter 66 Administrative and General Provisions (CRS)
• Vacation of roadway at 401 Fairview Road/Roebling Road N
• Approval of purchase orders $30,000 or greater for FY 2026
• Special Relief Permit for 2026 Community-Wide Garage Sale

The Belleair Town Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 593, amending Chapter 75 Floodplain Management, and Ordinance 594, amending Chapter 66 Administrative and General Provisions. The consent agenda items—including approval of purchase orders over $30,000, a special relief permit for a community-wide garage sale, and the prior meeting minutes—were also approved. The commission voted to support the Suncoast League of Cities priorities.

• Approved Ordinance 593 (floodplain amendment) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 594 (administrative amendment) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (purchase orders $30K+, garage‑sale permit, prior minutes) (5-0)
• Approved support for Suncoast League of Cities priorities (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will convene to approve the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting and receive a historic update. The agenda includes a public hearing and a period for citizens to comment on items not on the official docket.

• Approval of August 25, 2025 Meeting Minutes (Item 25-0191)
• Historic Update (Item 25-0192)
• Scheduled Public Hearing
• Citizens Comments (3 minutes per speaker)