Callaway public meetings in 2025

Evaluation Committee Meetings

The Evaluation Committee will appoint a chair and vice‑chair, then evaluate and rank the proposals received for the Lake Drive sidewalks design (RFQ CM2025‑10). The City Clerk will tabulate the scores and rankings. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Appointment of Chair & Vice‑Chair
• Evaluation and ranking of proposals received for Lake Drive sidewalks design (RFQ CM2025‑10)
• Scoring & ranking tabulation by City Clerk

Commission Meeting

The Callaway City Commission will vote on Ordinance 1133 to rezone 406 Bob Little Road. It will also consider Resolution 25-27 for FY2025/26 budget amendments. A Development Order Application for 325 Camellia Ave will be reviewed. Additional agenda items include a public input discussion, background checks for the City & Recreation League, and advisory board appointments.

• Ordinance 1133 rezoning – 406 Bob Little Road
• Resolution 25-27 FY2025/26 budget amendments
• Development Order Application – 325 Camellia Ave
• Public input discussion
• Advisory board appointments (Planning Board, Audit Committee, 4‑cent sales surtax)

The Callaway City Commission approved the first reading of Ordinance 1133 rezoning 406 Bob Little Road, adopted Resolution 25-27 amending the FY2025‑26 budget, and approved the Development Order for 325 Camellia Avenue. The commission also confirmed the listed advisory board appointments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1133 rezoning 406 Bob Little Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-27 FY2025/26 budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Development Order for 325 Camellia Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved listed advisory board appointments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)

Half Cent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee

The Half Cent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee approved the September 7, 2023 minutes and reviewed its responsibilities. City Manager Cook reported that the committee has received about $9.94 million in surtax funds to date and gave an annual usage report. Members discussed a CDBG grant for stormwater and lift stations, and agreed that the proposed funding allocations for upcoming projects remain largely unchanged.

• Approval of September 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Review of total surtax funds received to date: approximately $9.94 million
• Discussion of CDBG grant related to stormwater and lift stations
• Agreement that proposed funding allocations for projects have not changed significantly

Planning Board

The Callaway Planning Board approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. The board then voted unanimously to rezone 610 N. Kimbrel Avenue (Parcel ID 06206-020-000), a project that plans to build 14 homes. Discussion included the property's drainage ditch and public input was invited.

• Approval of October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rezoning of 610 N. Kimbrel Avenue, Parcel ID 06206-020-000
• Project proposes construction of 14 homes on the site
• Board discussed drainage ditch on the south side of the property
• Public participation invited during the rezoning discussion

The Callaway Planning Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the rezoning of 406 Bob Little Rd, the Development Order for 325 Camellia Ave, and a Comprehensive Plan Amendment. No public comments were received on any of these items.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 406 Bob Little Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Development Order for 325 Camellia Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment (unanimous)

Half Cent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee

The Half Cent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee approved the September 2023 meeting minutes and reviewed the total funds received, which amount to approximately $9.94 million. The committee reviewed proposed funding allocations and discussed the City Manager's report on current projects and future plans.

• Approved minutes from September 07, 2023
• Reviewed $9.94 million in funds received to date
• Discussed CDBG grant regarding Stormwater and lift stations
• Reviewed proposed funding allocations for projects

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a rezoning request for 610 N. Kimbrel Ave and vote on the final budget resolution. The meeting includes decisions on sidewalk construction bids and grant submissions for Beulah Ave.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 1131: Rezoning 610 N. Kimbrel Ave
• Resolution 25-25: Final Budget Resolution
• Resolution 25-26: TA Grant Submission for Beulah Ave Sidewalks
• Bid award for W. Cherry St Sidewalks Construction to BCL
• Change orders for Tetra-Tech (Hurricane Michael) and Cherry Street

The commission unanimously approved Ordinance 1131, rezoning the parcel at 610 N. Kimbrel Ave to R-5. It also adopted the final budget amendment for FY 2024‑25 and a grant resolution to fund sidewalks on Beulah Avenue. Additionally, the board awarded the West Cherry Street sidewalk contract to BCL Civil Contractors and approved two change orders for ongoing road projects.

• Approved Ordinance 1131 rezoning 610 N. Kimbrel Ave to R-5 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-25 final budget amendment for FY 2024‑25 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-26 TA Grant for Beulah Ave sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved award to BCL Civil Contractors for West Cherry Street sidewalks, $203,034.18 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #15 for Tetra Tech (no‑cost extension) (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #2 for American Sand (cost adjustment) (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Board of Commissioners will vote on a plan to waive late fees and service charges for utility bills due November 15 for government employees affected by a federal shutdown. Bills would be due the following month. Staff may recommend extending the deadline further if the shutdown persists.

• Waive late fees, service charges, and disconnects for government employees during shutdown
• Extend bill due date to next month’s billing cycle for eligible customers
• Commission may extend deadline an additional month if shutdown continues
• Eligibility determined by staff; approval required for payment plan
• Application for Extension required; must be submitted in person with documentation

The commission voted to extend the water bill due date for government employees affected by the federal shutdown to December 15, 2025. The motion was introduced by Commissioner Birdsell, seconded by Commissioner Griggs, and passed unanimously. The extension applies only to the current shutdown situation and does not create a permanent policy.

• Approved extension of water bill due date for government employees to Dec 15, 2025 (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway City Commission approved a small‑scale comprehensive plan amendment (Ordinance 1124) and rezoned the 2.718‑acre parcel at 1023 Primrose Street to community commercial (Ordinance 1125). The body also adopted the 2026 meeting schedule, approved a code‑enforcement lien for 306 South Gay Avenue, and approved development orders for Water Spigot (5806 Highway 22) and Main Street Urgent Care (532 N. Tyndall Parkway), as well as a change order for a FlexNet ice bridge. All motions passed, with Commissioner Pelletier voting against the two Primrose Street items.

• Ordinance 1124 – Small‑scale comprehensive plan amendment for 1023 Primrose Street
• Ordinance 1125 – Rezoning of 1023 Primrose Street to community commercial
• Resolution 25‑23 – Adoption of 2026 meeting schedule and cancellation of several meetings
• Resolution 25‑24 – Code‑enforcement abatement lien on 306 South Gay Avenue
• Development Order – Main Street Urgent Care at 532 N. Tyndall Parkway

The commission unanimously approved Ordinance 1124 changing the comprehensive plan for 1023 Primrose Street, and Ordinance 1125 rezoning that parcel to community commercial. It also approved Ordinance 1131 rezoning 610 North Kimbrel Avenue, the Beulah Avenue and S. Gay Avenue paving task orders, and the surplus of fire‑department extrication equipment.

• Approved Ordinance 1124 (comprehensive plan amendment for 1023 Primrose St) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1125 (rezoning 1023 Primrose St to community commercial) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1131 (rezoning 610 N. Kimbrel Ave) – unanimous
• Approved Task Order for Beulah Avenue paving engineering & CEI – unanimous
• Approved Task Order for Legislative paving engineering on S. Gay Avenue (removing third phase) – unanimous
• Approved surplus and donation of fire department extrication equipment to Gulf County EMS – unanimous

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Community Redevelopment Agency is considering a new grant program to help residents replace residential mobile home skirting. The program would provide a dollar-for-dollar match up to $1,000 using the existing façade budget.

• Proposed Mobile Home Skirting Improvement Grant: $1,000 matching grant for eligible residents
• Grant requirement: Applicants must provide three bids from licensed contractors
• Grant eligibility: Properties must be within CRA boundaries and current on taxes and utility bills

Planning Board

The board approved a development order to renovate The Water Spigot at 5806 Hwy 22, keeping it a single‑story building and meeting current code. The board also approved a development order for Main Street Urgent Care at 532 N. Tyndall Pkwy, noting a 10‑ft separation from a nearby restaurant, shared parking provisions, and a two‑way crossing. No public participation was received for either item. All motions carried, with one board member opposing the urgent‑care order.

• Approval of Development Order for renovation of The Water Spigot, 5806 Hwy 22 (single‑story, code‑compliant)
• Approval of Development Order for Main Street Urgent Care, 532 N. Tyndall Pkwy (10 ft from restaurant, shared parking, two‑way crossing)
• Public participation was invited for both items but none was received

The board approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also approved the rezoning of 610 N. Kimbrel Avenue (Parcel ID 06206-020-000), which will allow the construction of 14 homes. Both actions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 610 N. Kimbrel Ave, Parcel ID 06206-020-000 (unanimous)

Evaluation Committee Meetings

The Evaluation Committee will meet to appoint a chair and vice‑chair, then evaluate, score, and rank the proposals received for the Cherry St West Sidewalks CEI (RFQ No. CM2025-07). The City Clerk will tabulate the scores before the meeting adjourns.

• Appointment of Chair & Vice‑Chair
• Evaluation and ranking of proposals for Cherry St West Sidewalks CEI (RFQ CM2025-07)
• Scoring & ranking tabulation by City Clerk
• Call to Order by City Clerk
• Adjournment

Commission Meeting

The Callaway City Commission approved several actions, including a rezoning ordinance, a special magistrate appointment, and multiple contract and budget items. Commissioners voted unanimously on each item after brief public comment periods. Key decisions were the award of a $271,403.61 contract for the East Bay Paver & Drainage project and the approval of task orders for a stormwater master study and lift‑station redesign. The meeting concluded with routine announcements and public participation remarks.

• Ordinance 1130 rezoning parcel at Wallace Road and Comet Avenue from R‑9 to R‑6 (~0.482 acres)
• Appointment of Julia Maddalena as Special Magistrate
• Award to Gulf Coast Utility Contractors for East Bay Paver & Drainage project, not‑to‑exceed $271,403.61
• Budget amendment removing CDBG Beacon Point grant funding and reallocating reimbursements
• Task order approval for Stormwater Master Study, not‑to‑exceed $285,975.00

The Callaway City Commission approved Ordinance 1124, amending the comprehensive plan for 1023 Primrose Street, and Ordinance 1125, rezoning the same parcel to Community Commercial, each passing 3‑1 with Commissioner Pelletier dissenting. The board also approved the September 23 minutes, multiple resolutions on meeting schedules and a code‑enforcement lien, and several development and change orders, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved Ordinance 1124 (small‑scale comprehensive plan amendment) 3‑1, Pelletier opposed
• Approved Ordinance 1125 (rezoning to Community Commercial) 3‑1, Pelletier opposed
• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes unanimously
• Approved Resolution 25‑23 (2026 meeting schedule; cancel Nov 24 & Dec 22) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 25‑24 (code‑enforcement abatement lien on 306 S. Gay Ave) unanimously
• Approved Development Order for Water Spigot – 5806 Highway 22 unanimously
• Approved Development Order for Main Street Urgent Care – 532 N. Tyndall Pkwy unanimously
• Approved Change Order for FlexNet Ice Bridge unanimously

Planning Board

The Callaway Planning Board met to review a rezoning application for a property at the SE Corner of Wallace Rd. & Comet Ave. After hearing public concerns regarding traffic and environmental impacts, the board voted to approve the application.

• Approved rezoning application for SE Corner of Wallace Rd. & Comet Ave. (Parcel ID 07261-000-010)
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 5, 2025

Commission Meeting

The Callaway City Commission meeting will consider several agenda items, including an ordinance to rezone a 0.48‑acre parcel at Wallace Road and Comet Avenue from Residential R‑9 to Residential R‑6. Other items are the appointment of a special magistrate, the award of the East Bay Paver & Drainage Project bid, a budget amendment for the CDBG Beacon Pointe program, and task orders for a stormwater master study and lift‑station rehabilitation redesign.

• Ordinance 1130 – rezoning Parcel ID 07261-000-010 (Wallace Rd & Comet Ave)
• Appointment of a Special Magistrate
• Bid Award CM2025-09 – East Bay Paver & Drainage Project
• Budget Amendment CDBG – Beacon Pointe
• Task Order – Stormwater Master Study

The commission approved the rezoning of a parcel at Wallace Road and Comet Avenue from R‑9 to R‑6. It also awarded the East Bay Paver & Drainage project to Gulf Coast Utility Contractors for $271,403.61 and approved a $285,975 stormwater master study. Additional actions included appointing Julia Maddalena as special magistrate, removing the CDBG Beacon Point grant from the FY2025 budget, and approving a lift‑station rehabilitation redesign task order. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of Parcel ID 07261-000-010 to Residential R‑6 (unanimous)
• Approved Julia Maddalena as Special Magistrate (unanimous)
• Awarded East Bay Paver & Drainage project to Gulf Coast Utility Contractors for $271,403.61 (unanimous)
• Approved removal of CDBG Beacon Point grant from FY2025 operating budget (unanimous)
• Approved Stormwater Master Study task order up to $285,975 (unanimous)
• Approved Lift Station Rehabilitation Redesign task order (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 9 and September 18 meetings (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway City Commission held a final public hearing to review the Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget. Commissioners will consider Resolution No. 25-21 to set the General Fund ad valorem tax rate at 2.7000 mils, and Resolution No. 25-22 to adopt the final budget effective October 1, 2025. The meeting also includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Resolution No. 25-21: adopt a General Fund ad valorem tax rate of 2.7000 mils for FY 2025/26
• Resolution No. 25-22: adopt the final FY 2025/26 budget effective Oct. 1, 2025
• Proposed ad valorem rate increase from 2.6981 mils to 2.7000 mils (0.0019 mil increase)
• Debt payment of $840,000 due Aug. 1, 2026, split 50/50 between Water and Sewer funds
• Capital expenditures include $61,000 for 18 sets of fire bunker gear and $450,000 for a new leisure services amphitheater

The Callaway City Commission voted unanimously to adopt a final ad valorem tax rate of 2.7000 mils for fiscal year 2025/26. It also approved the final FY2025/26 budget, effective October 1, 2025. No public comments were received, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

• Approved 2.7000 mil ad valorem tax rate for FY2025/26 (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adopted final FY2025/26 budget effective Oct 1, 2025 (unanimous roll‑call)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:08 p.m. (unanimous)

Community Redevelopment Agency

The Callaway Community Redevelopment Agency board will adopt the FY2025/26 budget by passing Resolution No. 2025-01. The resolution, once approved, becomes effective immediately. The budget projects total revenues of $2,634,585 and total expenditures of $2,627,683 for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1, 2025. No public comments were received during the public participation segment.

• Adoption of CRA Resolution No. 2025-01 to approve the FY2025/26 budget
• Projected FY2025/26 revenue $2,634,585, including $447,196 tax incremental revenue
• Projected FY2025/26 expenditures $2,627,683, with major items such as $25,000 land purchase and $119,822 stormwater project costs
• Legal fees budgeted at $500 and audit/accounting fees at $6,300
• Public participation segment received no comments

Commission Meeting

The City Commission recognized Willie Joe Melvin for improvements and beautification to his property, presenting the Yard of the Month award for September 2025. No other agenda items were listed, making this a ceremonial recognition rather than a policy decision.

• Yard of the Month award presented to Willie Joe Melvin for property improvements

The commission unanimously approved Ordinance 1130, rezoning Parcel ID 07261-000-010 from Residential R‑9 to Residential R‑6. It also unanimously approved Resolution 25-20 for a state‑funded road grant, a land purchase near Brittany Woods Park for $800, and a task order amendment for lift‑station rehabilitation. All motions were made by Commissioner Ayers and seconded by Commissioner Griggs.

• Approved Ordinance 1130 rezoning Wallace Road & Comet Avenue parcel (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-20 state grant for road improvements (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of property near Brittany Woods Park for $800 (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order Amendment for 14 lift‑stations rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 26 and September 4 meetings (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Board of Commissioners holds a public hearing to present and consider the tentative budget for fiscal year 2026, which begins October 1, 2025. The proposed ad valorem tax rate is 2.7000 mils, a 0.0704% increase over the current year’s rolled-back rate. Commissioners will also vote on resolutions to finalize the tax rate and adopt the tentative budget.

• Proposed ad valorem tax rate of 2.7000 mils (0.0704% increase)
• FY 2026 tentative budget totaling $54.33 million
• Capital expenditures including $435,000 for Landon Boat Race Road improvements
• $2.58 million allocated for four sewer lift-station rehabilitations
• $200,000 for Rec Complex solar roadway lighting

The Commission unanimously approved Resolution 25-17 establishing nuisance abatement tax assessments. It also adopted a tentative ad valorem tax rate of 2.7000 mils for FY2025/26 (Resolution 25-18). Finally, the tentative FY2025/26 budget was adopted (Resolution 25-19). No public comments were received.

• Approved Resolution 25-17 nuisance abatement assessment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-18 ad valorem tax rate of 2.7000 mils (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-19 tentative FY2025/26 budget (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a development order for Grand Oaks Subdivision and a rezoning request for the NW corner of Anita Dr. and Douglas St. The board denied a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning application for 1023 Primrose St. following public opposition.

• Approved Development Order for Grand Oaks Subdivision (Seneca Ave, from 7th St to Hagin Dr)
• Denied Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 1023 Primrose St.
• Denied Rezoning Application for 1023 Primrose St.
• Approved Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for NW Corner of Anita Dr. & Douglas St.
• Approved Rezoning Application for NW Corner of Anita Dr. & Douglas St.

The Board approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also approved the rezoning application for the southeast corner of Wallace Road and Comet Avenue unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning application SE corner Wallace Rd & Comet Ave (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1122 to restrict commercial trucks on certain residential streets and discuss a stormwater fee update. They will also consider awarding a solid waste pickup contract and hold a public hearing on the Fox Glen Subdivision Phase II planned development.

• Ordinance 1122: No Commercial Trucks on Certain Residential Streets (public hearing)
• Planned Development: Fox Glen Subdivision Phase II (public hearing)
• Stormwater Fee discussion
• Bid Award PW2025-06: Solid Waste Pickup & Hauling
• Resolution 25-12: Certain Residential Streets- No Commercial Trucks

The commission approved a task order and budget amendment for a Lead Service Line Inventory, both unanimously. It also unanimously adopted Ordinance 1122 restricting heavy commercial trucks on certain residential streets, approved the Fox Glen Phase II planned development, and passed Resolution 25‑12 limiting trucks on several city avenues. In a 4‑1 vote, the board rejected all private solid‑waste bids and decided to retain in‑house waste collection, and Commissioner Scott Davis resigned effective that evening.

• Approved items #6 (Lead Service Line Inventory Task Order) and #7 (Budget Amendment) – unanimous
• Approved Ordinance 1122 prohibiting heavy commercial trucks on certain residential streets – unanimous
• Approved Planned Development for Fox Glen Phase II – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 25-12 restricting heavy trucks on Camellia, Seneca, Sims, N. Gay, S. Gay, and N. Kimbrél Avenues – unanimous
• Rejected all solid waste pickup bids, keeping service in‑house – 4‑1 (Pelletier opposed)
• Approved Task Order for Lead Service Line Inventory with Dewberry Engineering – unanimous
• Approved Budget Amendment for Lead Service Line Inventory – unanimous
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Scott Davis effective that evening – no vote recorded

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Board of Commissioners holds a workshop to review the draft budget for fiscal year 2026, including proposed expenditures, revenues, and reserve discussions. The meeting also includes a discussion on stormwater rates.

• Draft FY2026 budget totaling $54.1M with $4.4M increase from FY2025
• Proposed stormwater fee adjustments
• Capital expenditures including $250K mower, $692K leisure services upgrades, and $2.58M sewer lift station rehabs
• Reserve fund discussion with $24.4K net change projected
• Property tax rate maintained at 2.7000

Commissioners and staff reviewed the FY 25/26 draft budget. Topics discussed included adding an Assistant Finance Director position, vehicle‑to‑employee ratios, stormwater fee levels, and reserve funding, but no actions were approved, denied, or voted on. The meeting adjourned without any formal decisions.

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several ordinances regarding rezoning, camping restrictions, and commercial truck prohibitions on residential streets. The body will also review capital requests for security cameras and an asphalt roller, as well as contract renewals for the Bay County Sheriff's Office and Florida Auction Network.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 1123: Rezoning 1062 N. Tyndall Pkwy
• Ordinance 1122: Prohibiting commercial trucks on certain residential streets
• Ordinances 1128 and 1129: Camping restrictions
• Capital requests for an asphalt roller and security cameras for Leisure Services
• Contract renewals for Bay County Sheriff's Office and Florida Auction Network

The commission unanimously approved the final reading of Ordinance 1123, rezoning 1062 N. Tyndall Parkway from commercial and agricultural to service commercial. It also approved Ordinance 1122 prohibiting heavy commercial trucks on certain residential streets and adopted Resolution 25‑14 establishing nuisance‑abatement assessments. Several capital requests were approved, including an asphalt roller for the Street Department and security cameras for Leisure Services.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance 1123 rezoning 1062 N. Tyndall Pkwy (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1122 banning heavy commercial trucks on certain residential streets (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-14 Initial Nuisance Abatement Assessments (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Request for Asphalt Roller – Street Department ($19,885) (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Request for Leisure Services Security Cameras (unanimous)
• Approved Development Order for Grand Oaks Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment for Maintenance Shop Electric Transfer Switch ($19,885) (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Renewal for Florida Auction Network (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the draft budget for FY2026. The discussion includes revenue assumptions, departmental expenditure requests, and proposed capital investments.

• Proposed capital expenditures totaling $4,368,069
• Sewer lift station rehabs estimated at $2,392,000
• Proposed $135,000 for land on Boat Race Road for the Fire Department
• Proposed $200,000 for solar lighting on roadways and parking at the Rec Complex
• Proposed $225,000 for a new Solid Waste claw truck

The commission met on August 5, 2025 for a budget workshop. City Manager Cook and Finance Director Schultz presented the FY 25/26 draft budget and discussed numerous line items. Public comments were received. The meeting adjourned without any approvals, denials, or votes.

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved measures to limit heavy commercial vehicles on specific residential streets. The board also approved a new residential development phase and a property rezoning.

• Approved Ordinance #1122 and Resolution 25-12 restricting heavy commercial vehicles on residential roads
• Approved Planned Development for Fox Glenn Phase 2 at 700 block of N. Ave Fox Ave
• Approved Rezoning Application for 1062 N. Tyndall Pkwy (Parcel ID 06018-115-000)

The Planning Board approved the Development Order for Grand Oaks Subdivision and the rezoning of the NW Corner of Anita Dr & Douglas St. It denied the Small‑Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning application for 1023 Primrose St. It also approved a Small‑Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the same NW Corner site, with a majority vote. All minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved Development Order for Grand Oaks Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of NW Corner of Anita Dr & Douglas St (unanimous)
• Approved Small‑Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for NW Corner of Anita Dr & Douglas St (majority yes)
• Denied Small‑Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 1023 Primrose St (only Conte yes)
• Denied rezoning application for 1023 Primrose St (only Hagan and Conte yes)
• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing the draft budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The session includes a review of revenue assumptions, departmental expenditures, and requested capital projects.

• Proposed property tax rate of 2.7500
• Proposed water consumption rate increase of $0.05 and sewer increase of $0.15
• Requested capital expenditures totaling $4,395,819, including $2,581,500 for sewer lift station rehabs and pumps
• Proposed $2,500,000 for Berthe Spillway Construction via the CRA budget
• Proposed 3% increase for salaries and wages

The commission held a budget workshop where the City Manager and Finance Director presented the FY 25/26 draft budget, including ad valorem tax rate, utility rate increases, employee pay raises, and health‑insurance changes. Capital expenditure items for fire, leisure services, and streets were discussed. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on ordinances regarding commercial trucks and rezoning. The body will also discuss utility billing updates and budget amendments for local projects.

• Ordinance 1122: No Commercial Trucks on Certain Residential Streets
• Ordinance 1123: Rezoning 1062 N. Tyndall Pkwy.
• Resolution 25-13: Utility Billing Manual Update
• Budget Amendment for Berthe Bridge
• Task Order Amendment for Gouras & Associates- Beacon Point

The commission gave a first‑reading approval to Ordinance 1123 rezoning 1062 North Tyndall Parkway to Service Commercial (4‑1). It also adopted the updated Utility Billing Manual (Resolution 25‑13) and a budget amendment for the Berthe Bridge project, both unanimously. The task order amendment for Gouras & Associates was likewise approved unanimously. No final action was taken on the commercial‑truck traffic ordinance, which will be rewritten for the next meeting.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1123 rezoning 1062 N. Tyndall Pkwy (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 25-13 updating the Utility Billing Manual (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment for Berthe Bridge project (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order Amendment for Gouras & Associates (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Ordinance 1122 on commercial trucks; will be rewritten for next meeting

Planning Board

The Callaway Planning Board approved a Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment and two rezoning applications. The board also noted a vacancy on the board following a resignation.

• Approved Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave (Parcel ID: 06006-030-000)
• Approved rezoning for two parcels between 7th St. and Hagin Dr. to change use from mobile homes to residential homes
• Approved rezoning application for 325 Camellia Ave. (Parcel ID: 24418-050-0010)

The Planning Board voted 4-2 to adopt Ordinance 1122 and Resolution 25-12, limiting heavy commercial vehicles on certain residential streets. The board also unanimously approved the Planned Development for Fox Glenn Phase 2. Additionally, a rezoning application for 1062 N. Tyndall Pkwy. was approved by a 5-1 vote.

• Approved Ordinance 1122 and Resolution 25-12 restricting heavy commercial vehicles (4-2 roll‑call vote)
• Approved Planned Development for Fox Glenn Phase 2 (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Rezoning Application for 1062 N. Tyndall Pkwy. (5-1 roll‑call vote)
• Approved minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting (unanimous vote)

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the FY2025/26 maximum millage rate and set dates for budget hearings. The body will also review utility billing shut-off dates and water and sewer rate increases from Bay County.

• Proposed increase of millage rate to 2.9900 for FY2026 budget
• Discussion of water and sewer rate increases from Bay County
• Information on water and sewer lines for a new subdivision on Hwy 2297
• Discussion of utility billing shut-off dates
• Setting of budget workshop and hearing dates

The commission approved the minutes of the June 24, 2025 meeting unanimously. They voted unanimously to set the maximum ad valorem tax millage rate for FY 25/26 at 2.75. The utility billing manual deposit amount was restored to $250. The August 5 budget workshop was moved to a 2:00 p.m. start time and the city directed water and sewer rates to increase only by the county‑mandated amounts.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set maximum millage rate at 2.75% (unanimous)
• Restored utility billing deposit to $250 (agreement)
• Moved August 5 budget workshop to 2:00 p.m. (agreement)
• Directed water and sewer rates to increase only by county‑specified amounts (decision)

Evaluation Committee Meetings

The Evaluation Committee is meeting to review and rank proposals for the design of Berthe Ave sidewalks. This process is part of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. PW2025-05.

• Evaluation and ranking of proposals for Berthe Ave sidewalks (RFQ No. PW2025-05)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave. The board also approved two rezoning applications, including one for parcels between 7th St. and Hagin Dr. to transition from mobile homes to residential homes.

• Approved Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave (Parcel ID: 06006-030-000)
• Approved rezoning for parcels between 7th St. and Hagin Dr. (Parcel IDs: 24379-000-000 and 24380-000-000)
• Approved rezoning application for 325 Camellia Ave. (Parcel ID: 24418-050-0010)

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss updates to the personnel manual's drug-free workplace policy and a nuisance abatement lien. The body is also reviewing construction and engineering change orders for legislative paving.

• Resolution 25-10 Nuisance Abatement Lien
• Resolution 25-11 Personnel Manual Update- Drug Free Workplace Policy
• Change Order Legislative Paving Construction- Roberts & Roberts
• Change Order Legislative Paving CEI- DRMP

The commission approved the minutes from the June 10 meeting. It adopted Resolution 25-10, placing a lien on 306 S Gay Ave for nuisance abatement costs. It also approved Resolution 25-11 updating the city personnel manual’s drug‑free workplace policy, and two change orders to complete the Boat Race Road paving project. All actions were approved by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-10 Nuisance Abatement Lien on 306 S Gay Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-11 Personnel Manual update – Drug Free Workplace Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order for Legislative Paving Construction – Roberts & Roberts (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order for Legislative Paving CEI (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure agreements and development extensions. The body is reviewing design plans for Lake Dr sidewalks and budget transfers for fire department equipment.

• Resolution 25-09 LAP Agreement for Lake Dr Sidewalks design
• Development Order Extension for Carlisle Baptist Church
• Budget Transfer for Fire Dept AC Evaporation Coils
• Change Order for Sandy Creek Engineering
• Change Order for Cherry Street Engineering

The commission unanimously approved a $173,000 federal grant agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation to design and construct sidewalks on Lake Drive from Tyndall Parkway to Berthe Avenue. They also approved a two‑year extension of the development order for Carlisle Baptist Church. A budget transfer of $17,744.30 from the Community Center fund was approved to replace fire‑department air‑conditioning evaporation coils, contingent on warranty inclusion. Additional approvals included a change order for Cherry Street engineering (4‑1 vote), a task‑order change for Sandy Creek sewer engineering, and the SBA Tower FlexNet system agreement, all passed unanimously except the Cherry Street vote.

• Approved $173,000 FDOT LAP Agreement for Lake Drive sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved two‑year Development Order Extension for Carlisle Baptist Church (unanimous)
• Approved $17,744.30 budget transfer for fire‑department AC evaporation coils (unanimous, warranty condition)
• Approved Task Order Change Order for Sandy Creek sewer engineering (unanimous, contingent on state approval)
• Approved Change Order for Cherry Street engineering (4‑1 vote)
• Approved SBA Tower FlexNet System agreement (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on a resolution amending the FY2024/25 budget and another adopting a Callaway/Parker interlocal agreement. The meeting also includes discussions on impact fees for Candlewood Suites, a change order for Berthe Bridge, and plans for the July 4th celebration and the city's 75th anniversary.

• Resolution 25-07 FY2024/25 Budget Amendments
• Resolution 25-08 Callaway/Parker Interlocal Agreement
• Discussion Candlewood Suites Impact Fees
• Change Order Berthe Bridge ($17,388.27 net after credits)
• Discussion 4th of July Celebration

The Callaway City Commission unanimously approved the May 13 meeting minutes. It also adopted the FY2024‑25 budget amendment, an interlocal agreement with Parker for extraterritorial sewer connections, and a budget amendment for computer equipment. The board approved Candlewood Suites impact‑fee installments and a change order for the Berthe Bridge, all by unanimous roll‑call votes.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024/25 budget amendment (Resolution 25-07) (unanimous)
• Approved Callaway/Parker interlocal sewer agreement (Resolution 25-08) (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for computer equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Candlewood Suites impact‑fee installments (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order for Berthe Bridge (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The commission is reviewing the Bay County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) plan. The Florida Division of Emergency Management has approved the plan pending formal adoption by participating jurisdictions, including Callaway. Adoption is required for the plan to receive formal approval from FEMA.

• Adoption of the Bay County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) plan
• Review of Threat Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• Coordination with Florida Division of Emergency Management and FEMA

The commission adopted the 2025 Bay County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan and extended the development order for Callaway Cove Apartments. It approved several change orders, assigned opioid settlement proceeds to Bay County, and awarded a cemetery fence contract. Two items – the Candlewood Suites impact‑fee proposal and a Berthe Bridge change order – were tabled.

• Adopted Resolution 25-06 (Bay County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved Development Order extension for Callaway Cove Apartments – vote 4‑1 (Commissioner Pelletier opposed)
• Approved Change Order for Legislative Paving – motion carried unanimously
• Approved Change Order for Public Safety Building Painting – motion carried unanimously
• Approved agreement to assign opioid settlement funds to Bay County – motion carried unanimously
• Approved award to Ocala Fence for cemetery fence (white vinyl) up to $39,991.78 – motion carried
• Tabled Candlewood Suites impact‑fee discussion – motion by Commissioner Ayers
• Tabled Berthe Bridge change order – motion by Commissioner Pelletier

Commission Meeting

The Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning ordinances: Ordinance 1120 rezoning approximately 7.213 acres on Seneca Avenue from R-8/R-6M to R-6 Residential Single Family, and Ordinance 1121 rezoning 325 Camellia Avenue. They will also consider Resolution 25-04 changing recreational facility fees, Resolution 25-05 for a CDBG Small Cities Program application, and a bid award for Beacon Point Plaza North Outparcel. Approval of previous minutes and financial statements is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1120 rezoning 7.213 acres on Seneca Avenue from R-8/R-6M to R-6 Residential Single Family
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1121 rezoning 325 Camellia Avenue
• Resolution 25-04: recreational facility fee changes
• Resolution 25-05: CDBG Small Cities Program application
• Bid Award CM2025-03: Beacon Point Plaza N. Outparcel

The Callaway City Commission added a discussion item on meeting conduct (3‑2). It unanimously approved the minutes from early April, two rezoning ordinances, a recreational‑fee resolution, a CDBG grant application, a $1,237,500 bid award for the Beacon Point Plaza outparcel, and the sale of surplus leisure‑services equipment.

• Added agenda item #7 Discussion on Conduct at Commission Meetings (3‑2)
• Approved minutes of April 3 and April 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1120 rezoning two parcels on Seneca Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1121 rezoning a parcel on Camellia Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25‑04 recreational facility fee changes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25‑05 CDBG Small Cities program application (unanimous)
• Approved bid award to Holley Development for Beacon Point Plaza north outparcel, not‑to‑exceed $1,237,500, contingent on state approval (unanimous)
• Approved surplus equipment sale by Leisure Services (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The commission is presenting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024. The report includes the independent auditor's opinion from Mauldin & Jenkins, management's discussion and analysis, and detailed financial statements. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended September 30, 2024
• Independent audit by Mauldin & Jenkins

The Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 1115, changing municipal election dates to November. It also approved several land‑use and annexation ordinances (1114, 1116‑1118, 1120, 1121) and added a bid award agenda item. The March 25 meeting minutes were approved as well.

• Added agenda item #11 – Bid Award CM2024-09 Hugh Thomas N. Extension (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 1114 – Land Development Regulation amendment (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 1115 – City Election Dates amendment (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 1116 – Voluntary annexation of 760 North Fox Ave (unanimous)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 1117 – Small‑scale comprehensive plan update (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1120 – Rezoning parcels on Seneca Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1121 – Rezoning property on Camellia Avenue (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider adopting Ordinance No. 1114 on second reading, which amends the Land Development Regulations to modify parking and storage standards for major recreational equipment (e.g., RVs, boats, trailers) on residential lots. The ordinance updates definitions, sets location and screening requirements, and prohibits using equipment for living purposes.

• Adopts Ordinance No. 1114 to replace existing travel-trailer rules with broader Major Recreational Equipment standards
• Allows parking in driveways, rear yards (3 ft from property lines), and front yards (within 15 ft of side lot line) with restrictions
• Prohibits parking in required Vision Triangle and on vacant lots except when adjoining same-ownership property
• Bans use of equipment for living, sleeping, or housekeeping; permits only electricity connections
• Limits to one piece of equipment in front/side yards; must be licensed and operable

The board reviewed proposed changes to Ordinance 1114 concerning recreational equipment storage, including terminology and parcel rules. Commissioners and the public asked questions about vehicle sizes, fence use, and parcel splitting, but no votes or formal actions were recorded. The workshop adjourned without any approvals, denials, or tabling of the ordinance.

Planning Board

These are minutes from the March 18, 2025 Callaway Planning Board meeting. The board voted unanimously to approve a voluntary annexation and a rezoning at 760 N. Fox Ave, and a separate voluntary annexation at 235 Hill Drive. A small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave was discussed but no motion was made. The board also approved a development order review for a coffee shop at 271 N. Tyndall Parkway.

• Approved Petition for Voluntary Annexation for 760 N. Fox Ave (Parcel 06006-030-000)
• Approved Rezoning Application for 760 N. Fox Ave (Parcel 06006-030-000)
• No motion made on Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave
• Approved Petition for Voluntary Annexation for 235 Hill Drive (Parcel 06109-000-000)
• Approved Development Order Review for Tyndall Parkway Coffee Shop at 271 N. Tyndall Parkway

The Planning Board approved the March 18 minutes by unanimous vote. It ratified a missed motion to adopt a Small‑Scale Comprehensive Plan amendment, also unanimously. The board approved rezoning applications for two parcels between 7th St. & Hagin Dr. and for 325 Camellia Ave, each with unanimous roll‑call votes. No public comments were received on any item.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Ratified Small‑Scale Comprehensive Plan amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of parcels 24379-000-000 & 24380-000-000 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 325 Camellia Ave (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold a first reading and public hearing on Ordinance No. 1116, which proposes voluntary annexation of 8.47 acres at 760 N. Fox Avenue. The Planning Board recommended approval on March 18, 2025. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 1116 for voluntary annexation of 760 N. Fox Avenue (8.47 acres)

The commission added agenda item #11 for the Gore Park Community Building Change Order #2 and approved the March 11 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It approved the first readings of Ordinances 1115 (election dates), 1116, 1117, and 1118, and renewed garbage‑hauler permits and a budget amendment, all unanimously. Ordinance 1119, a voluntary annexation of 235 Hill Drive, was rejected with a unanimous vote. The LDR amendment (Ordinance 1114) was tabled and no action was taken.

• Added agenda item #11 (Gore Park Community Building Change Order #2) – approved unanimously
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes – approved unanimously
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1115 (city election dates) – approved unanimously
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1116 (voluntary annexation 760 North Fox Ave) – approved unanimously
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1117 (small‑scale comprehensive plan update) – approved unanimously
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1118 (rezoning 760 N. Fox Ave) – approved unanimously
• Rejected first reading of Ordinance 1119 (voluntary annexation 235 Hill Drive) – failed unanimously
• Renewed garbage hauler permits for three years – approved unanimously

Planning Board

The Callaway Planning Board approved a variance request for 271 N. Tyndall Parkway by a 3-2 vote after discussion. The board also unanimously approved a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning application for 174 N. Star Avenue. The meeting adjourned at 6:26 p.m.

• Variance request approved (3-2) for 271 N. Tyndall Pkwy (parcel 24460-000-000) to exempt from Land Development Regulations
• Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment approved unanimously for 174 N. Star Ave (parcel 06513-000-000)
• Rezoning application approved unanimously for same property at 174 N. Star Ave
• Minutes from February 4, 2025, approved

The Callaway Planning Board approved two voluntary annexation petitions (760 N. Fox Ave and 235 Hill Drive), a rezoning application for 760 N. Fox Ave, and a development order review for a coffee shop at 271 N. Tyndall Parkway. The small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave was discussed but no motion was made. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved voluntary annexation for 760 N. Fox Ave (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning application for 760 N. Fox Ave (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary annexation for 235 Hill Drive (unanimous)
• Approved development order review for Tyndall Parkway Coffee Shop (unanimous)
• No motion made on small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 760 N. Fox Ave

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Commission will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for 174 N. Star Ave (4.3 acres to medium-density residential). They will also consider an ordinance amending Land Development Regulations for recreational equipment, a budget amendment for the comprehensive plan update, a mutual aid agreement with Panama City Fire Department, and a change order with Tetra Tech.

• Public hearing: Ordinance 1112 – Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 174 N. Star Ave
• Public hearing: Ordinance 1113 – Rezoning 174 N. Star Ave to Residential Multi-Family Medium Density
• Ordinance 1114 – LDR Amendment regarding recreational equipment
• Budget Amendment for Comprehensive Plan Update
• Mutual Aid Agreement with Panama City Fire Department

The Commission approved the second reading of Ordinance 1112, amending the Comprehensive Plan to designate 174 N. Star Ave (4.3 acres) for medium-density residential use, and Ordinance 1113, rezoning the same parcel from R-5 to Residential Multi-Family Medium Density. Both motions passed unanimously. The Commission also approved the first reading of Ordinance 1114, amending Land Development Regulations for recreational equipment storage, with an added illustration.

• Approved Ordinance 1112 (second reading): Comprehensive Plan amendment for 174 N. Star Ave to medium-density residential.
• Approved Ordinance 1113 (second reading): Rezoning 174 N. Star Ave from R-5 to Residential Multi-Family Medium Density.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1114: LDR amendment for recreational equipment storage, with illustration added.
• Approved Budget Amendment for Comprehensive Plan Update, covering $87,500 cost to be reimbursed.
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement with Panama City Fire Department.
• Approved Change Order #14 with Tetra Tech, extending performance to Dec 31, 2025, with $32,560.68 cost increase (FEMA-reimbursed).
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2025 regular meeting.

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Commission will hold public hearings on the second reading of Ordinances 1110 and 1111 for a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning of Parcel ID 07295-000-000 to allow an 18-unit townhome community. They will also hear a variance request for a drive-thru coffee shop in Sub-district #1 and consider ordinances for 174 N. Star Ave, along with a budget amendment for a new A.C. unit at the fire station. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a proclamation for American Red Cross Month.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1110 (SSCPA) and Ordinance 1111 (Rezoning) for Parcel ID 07295-000-000 — proposed 18-unit townhome development
• Public hearing on LDR Variance for a drive-thru coffee shop in Sub-district #1
• Ordinance 1112 (SSCPA) and Ordinance 1113 (Rezoning) for 174 N. Star Ave
• Budget Amendment for a new A.C. unit at Fire Station
• Proclamation declaring March 2025 as American Red Cross Month

The Commission unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance 1110, a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment designating a 2.065-acre parcel on South Katherine Ave for high-density residential use, and Ordinance 1111, rezoning the same parcel from R-6M to Residential Multi-Family Medium Density. They also approved a variance to allow a drive-thru-only in Sub-District #1, first readings for a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning at 174 N. Star Ave, a budget amendment for a new A/C unit at the fire station, a task order for a comprehensive plan update, and a bid award for painting the Public Safety Building.

• Approved Ordinance 1110 (2nd reading) - comprehensive plan amendment for high-density residential on South Katherine Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1111 (2nd reading) - rezoning to Residential Multi-Family Medium Density on South Katherine Ave (unanimous)
• Approved variance to allow drive-thru-only in Sub-District #1 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1112 - comprehensive plan amendment for medium-density residential at 174 N. Star Ave (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1113 - rezoning to Residential Multi-Family Medium Density at 174 N. Star Ave (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for new A/C unit at Fire Station (unanimous)
• Approved task order for Design West Group comprehensive plan update (unanimous)
• Approved bid award to Bay City Builders for Public Safety Building painting, not-to-exceed $27,540 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Callaway Planning Board voted 5-2 to approve both a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning application for the 1200 block of S. Katherine Ave. The decisions allow an 18-unit townhome development on a parcel currently zoned for low-density residential. Developer Mr. Napolean said the units would be sold at affordable prices targeting military families. Two board members voted against each item, citing density concerns.

• Approved Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 1200 block of S. Katherine Ave (parcel 07295-000-000) – vote 5-2
• Approved Rezoning Application for same parcel – vote 5-2
• Developer plans 18 townhomes with front/back yards, private park, and a playground
• Developer to donate 10% to a foundation and dedicate park to a Callaway hero
• Public comment: residents questioned drainage impact and density for low-density area

The Callaway Planning Board approved a variance request for 271 N. Tyndall Pkwy, a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment, and a rezoning application for 174 N. Star Ave. The variance passed 3-2, while the other two items passed unanimously. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved variance request for 271 N. Tyndall Pkwy (3-2)
• Approved small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 174 N. Star Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning application for 174 N. Star Ave. (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway City Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM. They will consider three ordinances: a street name change (Ordinance 1109), a site-specific commercial planned area (SSCPA) for parcel 07295-000-000 (Ordinance 1110), and a rezoning for the same parcel (Ordinance 1111). Also on the agenda are a budget amendment for Tyndall Parkway Beautification, a discussion on moving city election dates from April to November, and a discussion on a city water letter to Bay County. The meeting will begin with presentations including BCSO December statistics and proclamations for George Smith and Black History Month.

• Ordinance 1109: Street name change
• Ordinance 1110: SSCPA for parcel 07295-000-000
• Ordinance 1111: Rezoning for parcel 07295-000-000
• Budget Amendment for Tyndall Parkway Beautification
• Discussion on moving City Election Dates from April to November

The Commission approved the first reading of Ordinance 1110 (small-scale comprehensive plan amendment) and Ordinance 1111 (rezoning) for Parcel ID 07295-000-000, allowing a proposed 18-unit townhome community. Ordinance 1110 passed 4-1 with Commissioner Pelletier opposed; Ordinance 1111 passed unanimously. The Commission also approved a budget amendment for the Tyndall Parkway Median Beautification Project and Change Order #1 for the Gore Park Community Center, and discussed but took no action on moving city elections to November or sending a letter to Bay County about fluoride in water.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1110 (comp plan amendment) 4-1
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 1111 (rezoning) unanimously
• Approved budget amendment for Tyndall Parkway Median Beautification Project unanimously
• Approved Change Order #1 for Gore Park Community Center
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025 meeting unanimously
• Pulled Ordinance 1109 (street name change) from agenda
• Discussed city election dates; decision deferred to March meeting
• Discussed fluoride letter to Bay County; no action taken

Planning Board

The Callaway Planning Board reviewed and approved the Development Order for Park Place Phase 3 & 4, authorizing 193 single-family homes on parcel 06617-020-000. The vote was 4-1. Public comments raised concerns about traffic, infrastructure, and the difference between single-family and townhomes. The board also approved minutes from December 17, 2024.

• Approved Development Order for Park Place Phase 3 & 4 (193 single-family homes)
• Parcel ID: 06617-020-000
• Vote: 4-1 (Board Member Overway dissenting)
• Public comments raised traffic and infrastructure concerns
• Approved minutes from December 17, 2024 meeting

The Callaway Planning Board approved a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and a rezoning application for the 1200 block of S. Katherine Ave, allowing 18 townhomes instead of the original 9-10 single-family homes. Both motions passed 5-2, with Board Members Overway and Carnahan voting no. The project targets military families, and the developer will donate 10% to a foundation and dedicate a park to a local hero.

• Approved small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 1200 block S. Katherine Ave (5-2)
• Approved rezoning application for 1200 block S. Katherine Ave (5-2)
• Approved minutes of January 07, 2025 (unanimous)

Commission Meeting

The Callaway Commission will consider budget amendments, a change order, advisory board appointments, an agreement with the Supervisor of Elections for municipal elections, and bid awards for two projects: Gore Park Community Center and Tyndall Beautification-Parker Medians. Public participation will be heard on agenda and non-agenda items. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and financial statements.

• Budget Amendment Beacon Point Demolition Dumpster & Payment
• Budget Amendment LAP-West Cherry Street Sidewalk
• Bid Award LS2025-01 Gore Park Community Center
• Bid Award CM2024-22 Tyndall Beautification-Parker Medians
• Municipal Elections Agreement with Supervisor of Elections

The Commission approved a budget amendment for Beacon Point demolition and payment, and another for the LAP West Cherry Street sidewalks. It approved change order 13 for Tetra Tech, awarded a bid for Gore Park Community Center improvements to Southern Construction Services ($249,358), and awarded a bid for Tyndall Beautification Parker Medians to Lawnmasters of PC ($399,825). The appointment of Teresa Hyatt-Langston to the Planning Board failed 2-3, but Donald Andrew Hennings was appointed 3-2. The Municipal Elections Agreement with Bay County was pulled for more time.

• Approved budget amendment for Beacon Point demolition and payment (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for LAP West Cherry Street sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved Tetra Tech Change Order 13 (unanimous)
• Denied appointment of Teresa Hyatt-Langston to Planning Board (2-3)
• Approved appointment of Donald Andrew Hennings to Planning Board (3-2)
• Awarded Gore Park Community Center Improvements to Southern Construction Services ($249,358, unanimous)
• Awarded Tyndall Beautification Parker Medians to Lawnmasters of PC ($399,825, 4-1)
• Pulled Municipal Elections Agreement with Bay County for more time

Commission Meeting

The Callaway City Commission is meeting to consider Ordinance No. 1108 on second reading and adoption. The provided agenda text contains only the ordinance's closing sections and does not specify its purpose or content.

• Ordinance No. 1108 — second reading and adoption (subject not described in agenda)

The Callaway Commission approved several items including a rezoning at 247 N Hwy 22A, a sidewalk agreement for Cherry Street, a nuisance abatement lien, a TAP resolution for South Gay Avenue sidewalks, development orders for 5824 Cherry Street and Park Place Phase 3 & 4, a planning board appointment, a budget amendment for the Boat Race Road roundabout, and a preliminary plat for Fox Glenn Subdivision. They also rejected all bids for the Beacon Point Plaza outparcel and voted to rebid the project. Discussion on moving city elections to November was tabled pending a presentation by the Supervisor of Elections.

• Approved Ordinance 1108 rezoning 247 N Hwy 22A from R-6M to Service Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-01 LAP Agreement for Cherry Street West Sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-02 Code Enforcement Nuisance Abatement lien on 6709 Lance Street (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-03 TAP for South Gay Avenue Sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved Development Order for 5824 Cherry Street (unanimous)
• Approved Development Order for Park Place Phase 3 & 4 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Jeffery Carnahan to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Amendment for Boat Race Road Round-a-Bout (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Callaway Planning Board approved the preliminary plat for the Fox Glenn Subdivision (Parcel ID 06006-035-000) at its December 17, 2024 meeting. The subdivision includes public roads and was designed for future expansion; no playground is required because the project predates a code change. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved preliminary plat for Fox Glenn Subdivision, developer Julius Hardin, engineer Scott Bolo
• Lift stations designed to handle future expansion
• No playground required for Phase 1 due to pre-existing code
• Approved minutes of December 3, 2024 meeting

The Callaway Planning Board approved the Development Order Review for Park Place Phase 3 & 4, a project of 193 single-family homes on a parcel with corrected ID. The motion passed 4-1, with Board Member Overway voting no. Public comments raised concerns about traffic, infrastructure, and potential zoning changes, but the board confirmed the zoning is R6, which only allows single-family homes.

• Approved Development Order Review of Park Place Phase 3 & 4 (4-1)
• Approved minutes of December 17, 2024 (unanimous)