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Finance Review Committee
The Finance Review Committee will discuss the 2027 budget preparation and review a resolution to waive annexation fees for adjacent properties using city services. The committee will also receive an update on the sewer plant expansion and potential disaster recovery bond refunding.
- Review of Resolution 2026-07-562 Waiving annexation fees
- Discussion about 2027 budget preparation
- Review of 2019 Disaster Recovery Bond refunding
- Raftelis Study / Sewer Plant Expansion status update
- Disaster Recovery Fund cash update
Charter Review Committee
The Charter Review Committee will finalize legislative format and ballot language for Section 10 of the city charter. They will continue reviewing Section 11, which covers election timing and term limits, and begin review of Sections 12-15 on qualifications, prohibited interests, ethics, and vacancy procedures.
- Finalizing ballot language for Section 10 (Commission protocol and rules).
- Continuing debate on Section 11: election schedule and term limits for Mayor and Commissioners.
- Reviewing Section 12: prohibits commissioners from having interests in city contracts and restricts former members from city employment for 2 years.
- Reviewing proposed Section 15 amendment: vacancy filling process with 365-day rule.
- Compensation: Mayor $1,500/month, Commissioners $1,250/month with cost-of-living adjustment.
City Commission
The Lynn Haven City Commission will discuss settling a construction lawsuit, purchasing two police interceptor vehicles, and updating the parks chapter of the city code. The body will also consider a resolution to consolidate city services and expand a community advisory board.
- Discussion of settlement for Phoenix Construction Services lawsuit
- Purchase of two Akins Ford Interceptor vehicles
- Discussion of draft ordinance updating Chapter 42 – Parks
- Discussion of resolution to consolidate city services
- Expansion of Community Services Advisory Board to 7 seats
City Commission
The City Commission is holding a special meeting to address a legal matter. The primary focus is a lawsuit involving Phoenix Construction Services, Inc. and the City of Lynn Haven.
- Case No. 23-1405CA: Phoenix Construction Services, Inc. vs. City of Lynn Haven and Vickie Gainer
Community Services Board
The board is reviewing proposed changes to its bylaws and membership structure. Members are also discussing ways to fund an expanded concert series through business sponsorships.
- Proposed name change from Leisure Services Advisory Board to Community Services Advisory Board
- Discussion of increasing concert series from 4 to 8 shows
- Estimated band costs of $1,500-$3,000 per show
- Restroom trailer rental cost of approximately $1,700 per show at Sheffield Park
Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee
The Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee will review expenses of the surtax program, discuss available funding, and discuss approved projects for 2025-2026. They will also approve the November 2025 meeting minutes and hear public commentary. Key financial highlights from prior minutes include $5.1M in revenue, $4.9M budget, and a $300K annual transfer to stormwater.
- Review of program expenses, including $300K annual transfer to stormwater and fire engine purchase
- Discussion of available funding: $5.1M revenue vs $4.9M budget
- Approved projects: Bradford Water Main, Westside Outfall, Senior Center, 17th St Crosswalk, sewer force main upgrades
- Discussion of surtax bonds (Hancock bonds) principal and interest payments
- Public commentary period