Sebastian public meetings in 2021
82 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is reviewing the proposed meeting schedule for 2022. The agenda also includes updates on current park projects, community recognition programs, and upcoming seasonal events.
- Review of the 2022 Committee Meeting Calendar
- Update on Yacht Club Seawall permit status
- Status update on electronic marquee sign installations
- Update on playground installations at George Street and Blossom Street
- Review of the Community Member Recognition Program
Planning & Zoning Commission
This meeting of the Sebastian Planning and Zoning Commission has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Sebastian City Council will hold public hearings on first readings of ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan and rezone two Fischer properties, and to adopt the 2040 Private Property Rights Element. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as a truck purchase, a change order, a grant, and several alcohol permits. The meeting also includes proclamations, public input, and committee reports.
- First reading of O-21-18 to adopt Comprehensive Plan 2040 Private Property Rights Element
- First reading of O-21-19 to change 1.47-acre Fischer 99th Street Property land use to Industrial
- Quasi-judicial first reading of O-21-20 to rezone Fischer 99th Street Property to IN-Industrial
- First reading of O-21-21 to change 6.17-acre Fischer US Hwy 1 Property land use to General Commercial
- Quasi-judicial first reading of O-21-22 to rezone Fischer US Hwy 1 Property to CG-Commercial General
Natural Resources Board
The Sebastian Natural Resources Board will hold a workshop from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM to discuss Low-Impact Development (LID) and Green Infrastructure concepts. The session includes breakout groups analyzing site scenarios for the Downtown Core, Planned Unit Development, and Large Scale Commercial areas to identify barriers and solutions for stormwater management. Following the workshop, the Board will approve the November 2, 2021 minutes and finalize details for the December 10 Christmas Parade float.
- Low-Impact Development & Green Infrastructure Workshop (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Approval of November 2, 2021 Minutes
- Christmas Parade Float Details and Final Workday (Parade on Dec 10)
- Discussion of LID toolkit development for future City policy and Ordinance revisions
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will close its regular meeting to hold a Low-Impact Development & Green Infrastructure workshop, where members, staff, consultants, and the public will discuss best management practices, barriers to implementation, and incentives. The board will also approve the November 2, 2021 minutes and finalize details for the Christmas parade float. The workshop's comments will inform future City policy and ordinance revisions through an LID toolkit.
- Low-Impact Development & Green Infrastructure workshop with breakout groups for Downtown Core, Planned Unit Development, and Large Scale Commercial Site scenarios
- Approval of November 2, 2021 minutes
- Christmas parade float details and final workday (parade December 10 at 6:30 PM)
- Discussion of stormwater fee credit incentives for LID practices
Construction Board
The Construction Board will review a request for the restoration of a certificate of competency. The board will also hold quasi-judicial disciplinary hearings regarding alleged building code violations.
- Certificate of competency restoration hearing for James Kyle Woodward
- Disciplinary hearing for Mathew T. Hall (Sebastian Aluminum / Shoreline Shutters) regarding 105 Sebastian Industrial Place Units 2-5 and 938 Lance St.
- Disciplinary hearing for Christopher Hall (Sebastian Aluminum / Shoreline Shutters) regarding 589 Redwood Ct.
Veterans Advisory Board
The Sebastian Veterans Advisory Board will meet to approve April 2021 minutes and discuss new business, including Wreaths Across America and Pearl Harbor Day planning. Staff will also address Christmas parade involvement from veteran groups. The meeting is routine with no major expenditures or policy changes.
- Approval of April 5, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Wreaths Across America
- Pearl Harbor Day planning and responsibility
- Christmas parade involvement from veteran groups
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a request by the Marine Resources Council to change the future land use and zoning of 7.88 acres west of the St. Sebastian River from low-density residential to conservation. The item was tabled from the November meeting due to a missing newspaper notice. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council.
- Future land use change from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Conservation (CON) for 7.88 acres
- Rezoning from Residential Single Family (RS-10) to Conservation (C) for the same parcels
- Public hearings for both the Local Planning Agency and Planning and Zoning Commission
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two accessory structure applications for detached garages over 500 square feet, which require commission approval. Both proposals are for 980 and 960 square foot garages at 714 Brookedge Terrace and 933 Oswego Avenue, respectively. The agenda includes no other substantive items.
- 980 SF detached garage at 714 Brookedge Terrace (Robert Sautner)
- 960 SF detached garage at 933 Oswego Avenue (James Bucci)
- Both garages exceed 500 SF, triggering commission review
- Both properties zoned RS-10, single-family residential
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Sebastian Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee for November 15, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a structural inspection report for the Crab E. Bills building at 1540 Indian River Drive. The report details the condition of the original 1926 structure and its additions, identifying deterioration and code compliance issues. It includes repair recommendations and cost estimates for immediate safety improvements.
- Inspection of building at 1540 Indian River Drive
- Report identifies poor condition of exterior wood siding and termite/moisture damage
- Roof spray foam insulation may retain moisture and cause decay
- Recommendations for repairs to meet Florida Building Code and ADA requirements
- Cost estimate for immediate repairs included in report
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on six Comprehensive Plan amendments and four rezoning requests, making recommendations to the City Council. The most significant item is a proposed future land use change for the 29.57-acre Soundview at Sebastian site west of US Hwy 1 from commercial/industrial to mixed use. The commission will also consider conservation, industrial, commercial, and residential land use changes for several parcels.
- Soundview at Sebastian: 29.57 acres west of US Hwy 1, change from County C/I and City CG to City MU (Mixed Use)
- MRC Conservation Parcels: 7.88 acres west of St. Sebastian River, change from LDR to Conservation and RS-10 to C (Conservation)
- Fischer 99th St: 1.47 acres, change from County C/I to City IN (Industrial) and County IL to City IN
- Fischer US 1: 6.17 acres, change from County C/I to City GC (General Commercial) and County CL to City CG
- Cross Creek Addition: 19.58 acres, change from County R to City VLD and County Agriculture-1 to RS-10
Veterans Advisory Board
The Veterans Advisory Board will discuss planning and responsibility for Veterans Day and Pearl Harbor Day events, as well as involvement in the Christmas parade. The board will also consider approving the April 5, 2021 meeting minutes. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major financial decisions or policy changes.
- Veterans Day Planning and Responsibility
- Pearl Harbor Day Planning and Responsibility
- Christmas Parade involvement from Veteran's Groups
- Approval of April 5, 2021 Meeting Minutes
City Council
The provided agenda text consists solely of page markers ('1 of 88' through '88 of 88') with no actual agenda content. This appears to be a procedural placeholder or an incomplete document, so no decisions or discussions can be reported.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review August meeting minutes, continue discussion on a Community Member Recognition Program, and get an update on Garden Club Park. Staff will also report on current projects and the upcoming Halloween event.
- Approval of August 23, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion on Community Member Recognition Program
- Update on Garden Club Park status
- Current projects update (Yacht Club Seawall, Splash Pad, Park Signage)
- Halloween Event and Movie Night on October 29th
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a preliminary replat of a portion of Tract C, Sebastian Lakes Unit 1, for the Brooks' 512 Commercial Development. The proposal would create a two-lot commercial subdivision on 2.04 acres at 1055 Sebastian Boulevard, with PUD-R zoning. Staff recommends approval and forwarding to City Council.
- Preliminary plat for 2-lot commercial subdivision at 1055 Sebastian Boulevard
- Replat of portion of Tract C, Sebastian Lakes Unit 1, PUD-R zoning
- 2.04 acres, between North County Library and Sebastian Lakes entrance
- Previous 2015 one-lot plat approved via Resolution R-15-33, now voided
- Stormwater and sign easements recorded for Sebastian Lakes Master Association
City Council
The City Council will review multiple petitions for voluntary annexation of properties totaling over 49 acres. The agenda also includes approving a heavy equipment purchase and wage adjustments for police and public employee unions.
- Purchase of a Caterpillar wheeled end loader and grapple rake for $170,306
- First reading of ordinances for voluntary annexations at 10105 Industrial Park Blvd, 1820 Shakespeare Street, 10595 U.S. Highway 1, and 9757/9825 U.S. Highway 1
- Four percent wage adjustments for CFPA and CFPEA bargaining unit members
- One-year extension of stormwater pipe repair contract with Shenandoah General Construction Co. up to $80,000
- Approval of Parking-In-Lieu Purchase Program for 480 U.S. Highway 1
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit for a Holiday Builders model home at 952 Roseland Road, and a recommendation to City Council on a special use permit for Caliber Car Wash at 13070 U.S. Highway #1. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 19, 2021 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.
- Conditional use permit for new model home at 952 Roseland Road (Lot 21, Block 162, Sebastian Highlands Unit 5) by Holiday Builders, Inc.
- Special use permit recommendation for Caliber Car Wash at 13070 U.S. Highway #1 in Commercial Riverfront (CR) zoning district
- Approval of minutes from August 19, 2021 regular meeting
City Council
This agenda text consists solely of page-number placeholders (1 of 50 through 50 of 50) with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics listed. It is procedural boilerplate only, providing no substantive information for residents.
City Council
The City Council is holding a public hearing to consider adopting a tentative millage rate of 3.0043 mills and the tentative budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The millage is the rolled-back rate, which staff says is sufficient to maintain current spending levels. A final public hearing is scheduled for September 29, 2021.
- Resolution R-21-17: tentative millage of 3.0043 mills for calendar year 2021
- Resolution R-21-18: tentative FY2021-22 budget totaling $48,178,690 across all funds
- General Fund budget of $13,759,174, a 1.6% increase over amended FY2021
- Capital projects include $11,500,000 for canal restoration and $5,334,024 for Public Works Compound
- Local Option Gas Tax: $100,000 for sidewalks; road improvements deferred pending study
City Council
The Sebastian City Council will review the draft FY 2021-22 budget and consider several contracts and resolutions, including a Children's Trust District resolution, an Integrated Pest Management Plan, and multiple service agreements. The meeting includes consent agenda items for routine approvals and a presentation on employee insurance.
- Draft FY 2021-22 Budget and Capital Program presentation
- Resolution R-21-16 to include city in proposed Children's Trust District
- Resolution R-21-14 adopting Integrated Pest Management Plan for stormwater system
- Award RFP #21-07 to Evergreen Solutions for compensation study ($22,500)
- Approve property/casualty/workers' comp insurance from Florida Municipal Insurance Trust ($517,238 annual premium)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 2, 2021, was cancelled. No quasi-judicial hearings, public hearings, or new business items were listed on the agenda.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee discussed playground equipment designs for George Street Park and Blossom Park, which was tabled for further review. Members also reviewed proposed FY22 capital improvement projects funded by recreation impact fees.
- $70,000 budgeted to replace playground structures at George Street and Blossom Park
- $75,000 for replacing four backstops at Barber Street Baseball Complex
- $30,000 to complete the City-wide park signage replacement project
- $100,000 allocated for playground improvements at Easy Street and Filbert Park
- Indefinite shutdown of the splash pad scheduled for August 10 due to water loss
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission held public hearings on two major projects: the North County Library expansion and the Squid Lips Restaurant & Fins Marina development. The Commission voted 7-0 to approve the library's site plan modification, which includes a 2,823 SF building addition. The agenda also lists a recommendation to City Council regarding the Capital Improvement Program and a staff report on the Comprehensive Plan update.
- Approved site plan modification for North County Library expansion at 1001 Sebastian Boulevard (2,823 SF addition)
- Held public hearing for Squid Lips Restaurant & Fins Marina at 1660 Indian River Drive (8,400 SF over-water restaurant)
- Recommended review of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Capital Outlay Items greater than $50,000 for FY 2021/2022 through 2026/2027
- Staff report presented on Comprehensive Plan Update: DEO Approval and LDC Revisions
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Budget Review Advisory Committee will review updates to the draft 2022 budget and vote on a final millage rate recommendation to the City Council. The meeting includes a presentation on the Capital Improvement Program and proposed changes to the General Fund.
- Vote on Final Millage Rate Recommendation to City Council
- Review of draft 2022 budget showing $489,997 increase in personnel costs
- $100,000 allocated for sidewalks from Local Option Gas Tax
- Proposed addition of three full-time employees: MIS Help Desk, Police Crime Analyst, and Leisure Services Events Coordinator
- Review of Capital Improvement Program updates
City Council
This agenda consists solely of page-number placeholders (1 of 32 through 32 of 32) with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics listed. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive content to report.
Planning & Zoning Commission
This Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 5, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items with no public hearings, unfinished business, or new business listed.
- Meeting cancelled
- No public hearings scheduled
- No unfinished business
- No new business
Veterans Advisory Board
The City of Sebastian Veterans Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 2, 2021, is cancelled with no agenda items. The agenda lists only standard procedural items, and the next meeting is set for October 4, 2021.
- Meeting cancelled with no agenda items
- Next meeting scheduled for October 4, 2021 at 3:00 PM
City Council
The provided text for the Sebastian City Council meeting on July 28, 2021, consists primarily of page numbers (1 of 148 through 148 of 148) and a notice regarding a survey by the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council. No specific council agenda items, decisions, or discussions are present in the source document.
- Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council is conducting a survey on small business access to capital.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will select a chairman and vice-chairman, adopt rules of procedure, and discuss FY22 Capital Improvement Projects funded by Recreation Impact Fees. They will also review playground designs for George Street Park and Blossom Park and continue discussions on Garden Club Park improvements. The agenda includes approval of June minutes and public input.
- Select chairman and vice-chairman, adopt rules of procedure
- FY22 Capital Improvement Projects using Recreation Impact Fees
- Playground designs for George Street Park and Blossom Park
- Garden Club Park improvements discussion (survey completed, markers installed)
- Approval of June 28, 2021 meeting minutes
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Sebastian Budget Review Advisory Committee will review the 3rd Quarter Budget Report and consider a recommendation to City Council regarding the proposed FY 2021-22 millage rate. The meeting also includes a presentation on the committee's recommendation for the upcoming tax notice.
- Presentation of 3rd Quarter Budget Report
- Review of Committee’s Recommendation to City Council on Proposed Millable Rate
- Approval of July 12, 2021 meeting minutes
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from June 28, 2021, and to give final approval to the complete Integrated Pest Management Plan for the City's Stormwater Conveyance System. The plan covers management of aquatic vegetation in canals, ditches, ponds, and other stormwater assets. The sub-committee will also discuss recent major modifications to the plan. No further meetings are scheduled until March 2022.
- Final approval of the Integrated Pest Management Plan for the City's Stormwater Conveyance System
- Approval of minutes from the June 28, 2021 meeting
- Discussion of recent major modifications to the plan
- Plan covers 9 miles of canals, 80 miles of ditches, and over 15 ponds and retention areas
- Plan to be presented to City Council for approval on August 25, 2021
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two major site plan modifications: a 2,823 SF addition to the North County Library at 1001 Sebastian Boulevard, and a large expansion at Squid Lips Restaurant & Fins Marina at 1660 Indian River Drive, including a new 8,400 SF over-the-water restaurant, a 2,100 SF marina office, and a 2,300 SF smokehouse, with requested waivers on roof pitch and foundation planting requirements. The commission will also review a 1,000 SF detached garage at 65 Blue Island Street and elect a chairperson and vice chairperson.
- Site plan modification for North County Library expansion, 2,823 SF addition at 1001 Sebastian Boulevard
- Site plan modification and Riverfront Overlay District waivers for Squid Lips Restaurant & Fins Marina at 1660 Indian River Drive
- Waiver requests for roof pitch and foundation planting requirements at Squid Lips
- Accessory structure review for 1,000 SF detached garage at 65 Blue Island Street
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
City Council
The provided document contains only page numbers and lacks any substantive agenda text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions can be identified from this record.
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Budget Review Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the draft FY2022 budget from CFO Ken Killgore, then vote on a proposed millage rate for TRIM purposes. The meeting also includes approval of May 17 minutes and public comments.
- Draft FY2022 General Fund budget increases 1.6% ($227,018) over amended FY2021
- Property tax at 3.0043 rolled-back rate adds $137,711 in revenue
- Three new full-time positions: MIS help desk tech, police crime analyst, leisure events coordinator
- Vote to set proposed millage for TRIM purposes
- Next meeting July 19 to review 3rd quarter budget report
Planning & Zoning Commission
This meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was cancelled. The agenda contains no items for approval, public hearings, unfinished business, or new business, and only lists standard procedural sections.
- Meeting cancelled
- No minutes to approve
- No quasi-judicial or public hearings
- No unfinished business
- No new business
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 10 and May 25, 2021, and take action on future recommendations, an appendix, a glossary, and the approved pesticide table. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new substantive policy decisions listed beyond these action items.
- Approval of May 10 and May 25 meeting minutes
- Action on future recommendations for the IPM plan
- Action on appendix and glossary for the IPM plan
- Action on approved pesticide table
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 26, 2021, and receive updates on Garden Club Park improvements, including a property survey, walking trail plans, and memorial bench options. Staff will also provide updates on current projects like playground replacements and the Riverview Park observation deck.
- Approval of April 26, 2021 meeting minutes
- Update on Garden Club Park improvements: survey pending, walking trail, fencing, fountain ($5,900 est.), memorial benches (~$800 each)
- Staff project updates: dugouts, observation deck, water fountains, playground replacements, Yacht Club seawall
- Next meeting date set for July 26, 2021
City Council
The City Council is hearing a presentation from Florida Power & Light about a pilot program to underground neighborhood power lines in Sebastian. The program covers 143 lines, 76.5 miles, and about 6,300 customers, with the goal of improving reliability and speeding storm restoration. No council vote or decision is listed on this agenda item.
- FPL Storm Secure Underground Program pilot covering 143 neighborhood power lines
- 76.5 miles of power lines to be converted to underground in Sebastian
- Approximately 6,300 customers affected by the proposed undergrounding
- Selection criteria based on performance during Hurricanes Irma and Matthew, vegetation-related outages, and day-to-day operations
- Project phases include easements, permits, scheduling, construction, and restoration
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 17, 2021, was canceled. The agenda contains only procedural items with no business, hearings, or public input scheduled.
- Meeting canceled
- No minutes to approve
- No quasi-judicial hearings
- No unfinished business
- No new business
Planning & Zoning Commission
This Planning and Zoning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision, listing only procedural steps such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.
- Meeting cancelled
- No public hearings scheduled
- No new business
- No unfinished business
City Council
The City Council is deciding whether to approve a $682,201.22 work service agreement with Loren Jock Trucking, Inc. for construction at Sebastian Municipal Airport. The project combines building a taxi lane and site work for future hangar development with repairs to Taxiway-Alpha. The contract would be funded by FAA, FDOT, and city funds, and the city manager would be authorized to sign the agreement.
- Approval of $682,201.22 contract with Loren Jock Trucking for airport construction
- Taxi lane and Taxiway-Alpha repairs (Bid Schedule 1: $463,838.27)
- Hangar site development (Bid Schedule 2: $218,362.95)
- Funding: FAA $417,454.45, FDOT $197,882.27, City $66,864.50
City Council
The agenda for the Sebastian, FL City Council meeting on 2021-05-26 consists solely of page markers ("1 of 169" through "169 of 169") with no actual agenda items, discussion topics, or decisions listed. This appears to be a procedural placeholder or an incomplete document. No substantive actions can be reported.
City Council
The City Council is deciding whether to approve a work service agreement with Loren Jock Trucking, Inc. for $682,201.22 to build a taxi lane, develop a hangar site, and repair Taxiway-Alpha at Sebastian Municipal Airport. The project combines two construction jobs under one bid to save money, and Loren Jock Trucking was the lowest qualified bidder among five. Funding comes from FAA, FDOT, and city sources.
- Approve $682,201.22 contract with Loren Jock Trucking for airport work
- Taxi lane and Taxiway-Alpha repairs: $463,838.27
- Hangar site development: $218,362.95
- Funding: FAA $417,454.45, FDOT $197,882.27, City $66,864.50
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will review and vote on final drafts of the Approved Pesticide Table, Data Management section, and Chemical Methodology section of the City's Stormwater IPM Plan. These are action items requiring sub-committee approval. The meeting also includes approval of the May 3rd minutes, public input, and announcements.
- Approval of May 3rd, 2021 meeting minutes
- Vote on Approved Pesticide Table for the IPM Plan for Stormwater
- Vote on Data Management section of IPM Plan for Stormwater
- Vote on Chemical Methodology section of IPM Plan for Stormwater
- Public input on IFAS, Audubon, and Leisure Services Native Test Plot Project
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 24, 2021, has been cancelled with no agenda items. The agenda lists only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, public input, etc.) but no substantive business.
Charter Review Advisory Committee
The Charter Review Advisory Committee is meeting to consider its own dissolution, following a series of public hearings and proposed charter amendments. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and discussion of the committee's future. The committee has been reviewing and proposing changes to the city charter, with a final meeting planned for June.
- Consideration of dissolution of the Charter Review Committee
- Approval of minutes from April 27, 2021 meeting
- Public hearing held on proposed charter changes (from prior meeting)
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Sebastian Budget Review Advisory Committee will review the second quarterly report for FY 2020-2021 and hear from the CFO about the GFOA award, preliminary taxable values, and the July 28 budget presentation. The agenda also includes approval of February minutes and general discussion. This is a regular oversight meeting, not a final decision-making session.
- Review of Second Quarterly Report — FY 2020-2021
- CFO report: GFOA Budget Award (17th consecutive year)
- Preliminary taxable values due before June 1; final before July 1
- Budget presentation/proposed millage on July 28; documents due by June 23
- Approval of minutes from February 8, 2021 meeting
City Council
This agenda for the Sebastian City Council meeting on May 12, 2021, contains only page markers (e.g., '1 of 276') and no actual agenda items. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions listed.
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will meet to approve the April 12, 2021 minutes and discuss new business, including a site-based review of pests treated under the AVC spraying contract since December 2020 and the planning, selection, and notification processes for pesticide applications. The agenda is substantive, with action items on the contract and methodology.
- Approval of April 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Review of AVC spraying contract summary and pest treatments since December 2020
- Discussion of pesticide use methodology: planning, selection, and treatment notification
- Items for next agenda: approved pesticides and approved pesticide table
Planning & Zoning Commission
The May 6, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural items with no public hearings, unfinished business, or new business scheduled.
- Meeting cancelled
- No public hearings
- No unfinished business
- No new business
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will meet to approve minutes from March 22, discuss an amended meeting schedule adding five dates through July 12, review a summary of AVC spraying contract data for January through March, and discuss two new invasive pests found at Garden Club Park. The meeting is open to public input.
- Approval of March 22, 2021 meeting minutes
- Amended meeting schedule with five new dates through July 12
- AVC spraying contract summary for January, February, March
- New pests at Garden Club Park: Old World Climbing Fern and Crested Floating Heart
- Discussion of chemical methodology for next agenda
City Council
The provided agenda text consists solely of page markers ('1 of 118' through '118 of 118') with no substantive content. There are no decisions, discussions, or proposals listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda was not fully provided.
Charter Review Advisory Committee
The Charter Review Advisory Committee is meeting to review and discuss proposed amendments to the city charter. The agenda includes a document with the proposed amendments, which will be the focus of the meeting.
- Review of proposed charter amendments
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss informational updates on Garden Club Park improvements and review an electronic marquee sign. They will also consider approving the minutes from the March 22, 2021 meeting and receive updates on current projects and the Easter Egg Hunt.
- Discussion of Garden Club Park improvements
- Electronic marquee sign review and discussion
- Approval of March 22, 2021 meeting minutes
- Current projects update
- Easter Egg Hunt review
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 15, 2021, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers was cancelled. The agenda lists no new business, public hearings, or unfinished business, indicating no decisions were made.
- Meeting status: Cancelled
- No quasi-judicial or public hearings scheduled
- No new business items listed
City Council
This agenda is only procedural boilerplate — it lists page numbers (1 of 128 through 128 of 128) with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The City Council meeting is scheduled but no substantive business is described in the provided text.
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will meet to approve the minutes from March 8, 2021, and take action on a non-chemical methods table and draft sections of the plan. The agenda also includes public input and discussion of future items such as a new meeting schedule and chemical methodology.
- Approval of March 8, 2021 meeting minutes
- Action on Non-Chemical Methods Table
- Action on Draft Sections of Plan II-VI
- Discussion of future agenda items: new meeting schedule, 6-month summary of AVC treatments, chemical methodology
Natural Resources Board
The board is reviewing preparations for the April 24, 2021, Earth Day and Arbor Day celebration. Discussions include vendor updates, event activities like a scavenger hunt, and volunteer assignments.
- Review of Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration planning
- Update on retail and food vendors for the April 24 event
- Discussion regarding Waste Management shredding and collection locations
- Approval of March 2, 2021, meeting minutes
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss Garden Club Park, receive updates on current projects, and review the Easter Egg Hunt plans. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Discussion on Garden Club Park
- Update on current projects (Barber Street dugouts, park signage, Thor Guard lightning system, Yacht Club seawall, Kildare Park bridge)
- Easter Egg Hunt event details
- Approval of February 22, 2021 meeting minutes
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will consider moving its April 5th meeting to April 12th, and will review and discuss sections of the city's pest management plan covering ditches, rights-of-way, and dry retention areas, as well as further non-chemical recommendations including a stormwater fee credit program. These items were previously deferred for deeper review.
- Action item: Move April 5th meeting to April 12th
- Review of Section V: Ditches, Rights-of-Way, Dry Retention Areas
- Discussion of City Mowing Contract
- Review of Section VI: Further Non-Chemical Recommendations
- Discussion of Stormwater Fee Credit Program
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial hearing on a site plan for a new city public works vehicle maintenance facility at 505 Airport Drive West, with a staff request to table the hearing to April 1, 2021. The commission will also make a recommendation to the City Council on Ordinance O-21-03, which would amend the Land Development Code regarding mobile food establishments and temporary uses. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the February 4, 2021 meeting and public input.
- Site plan for new +/-36,428 sq ft vehicle maintenance facility with offices and fuel canopy at 505 Airport Drive West (Industrial zoning)
- Staff request to table the site plan hearing to April 1, 2021
- Public hearing on Land Development Code amendment O-21-03 for mobile food establishments and temporary uses
- Approval of minutes from February 4, 2021 regular meeting
City Council
This agenda consists solely of page markers (1 of 97 through 97 of 97) with no actual agenda items, discussion topics, or action items. The meeting is scheduled for the Sebastian City Council on 2021-03-10, but the provided text is only procedural boilerplate.
Construction Board
The Construction Board will consider requests from two individuals to reinstate expired professional licenses without re-examination. The board is also reviewing a recommendation to adopt the Building Officials Association of Florida Model Administrative Code Chapter 1 for the 2020 Florida Building Code.
- Request by James Kyle Edwards to reinstate electrical license (expired 9/30/2010)
- Request by Mathew David Bauer to reinstate painting license (expired 9/30/2012)
- Recommendation to adopt Building Officials Association of Florida Model Administrative Code Chapter 1 (2020 Edition)
- Introduction of new Board Member Christopher Roberts
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee met to review recent stormwater maintenance data and discuss non-chemical alternatives for managing aquatic vegetation. Members reviewed the costs and results of mechanical vegetation removal projects and debated potential methods such as lake bottom blankets and probiotic enzymes.
- Review of $27,000 contract for mechanical vegetation removal at canal terminus
- Report of 685,000 pounds of wet vegetation removed from canal area
- Discussion of $16,000 equipment repair for the 512 drainage project
- Review of $150,000 mowing contract for ditches and easements over six months
- Discussion of $30,767 spent on rental equipment due to tractor replacement delays
Planning & Zoning Commission
This Planning and Zoning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public input, with no substantive business listed.
- Meeting cancelled
- No quasi-judicial or public hearings
- No unfinished business
- No new business
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will review and approve the minutes from the February 2, 2021 meeting, and continue planning for the Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration scheduled for April 24, 2021 at Riverview Park. The agenda includes announcements about the ELC Environmental Coalition and the cancellation of the Pelican Island Wildlife Festival. The board will discuss item-by-item details for the event, including vendor logistics, entertainment, and activities, with final plans to be set at this meeting.
- Approval of February 2, 2021 meeting minutes
- Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration planning for April 24, 2021 at Riverview Park
- Announcement: Pelican Island Wildlife Festival cancelled
- Announcement: ELC Environmental Coalition
- Discussion of event activities including vendor applications, waste management, and entertainment
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the current Local State of Emergency Declaration to ensure it remains consistent with Governor DeSantis's Executive Orders. The review follows a previous request from the Council to verify that local emergency provisions align with state-level updates.
- Review of Local State of Emergency Declaration consistency with Florida Executive Order 20-52
- Information only item regarding Governor's Executive Order extensions through February 29, 2021
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review and discuss electronic marquee signs as new business, along with staff updates on current projects and the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt. The meeting also includes approval of the January 25, 2021 minutes and public input.
- Discussion of electronic marquee signs for parks
- Easter Egg Hunt planning
- Approval of January 25, 2021 meeting minutes
- Current project updates (e.g., park signage, water fountains, lightning system)
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will meet to approve minutes from January 11, 2021, and discuss recent projects, a non-chemical methods table, and sections on structures and canals. The agenda includes reviewing a PowerPoint presentation with final numbers and considering additions to the non-chemical methods table. This is a working session focused on reviewing and discussing items, with no major decisions expected beyond routine approvals.
- Approval of minutes from January 11, 2021 meeting
- Review of recent projects presentation with final numbers
- Discussion of non-chemical methods table and potential new items
- Review and discussion of Section II (Structures) and Section III (Canals)
Planning & Zoning Commission
This Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for February 18, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains no items for approval, public hearings, unfinished business, or new business, and is purely procedural boilerplate.
- Meeting cancelled
- No public hearings scheduled
- No new business or unfinished business listed
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposed 20-year lease agreement with Fishe Flying Corp, DBA Pilot's Paradise, Inc., for a 15,694 square foot hangar/manufacturing facility at the Sebastian Municipal Airport. The lease includes an annual base rent of $48,267, with annual increases tied to inflation or a flat 2%, whichever is greater, and a 5-year renewal option. The council's approval is required for the lease to take effect.
- 20-year lease term starting February 10, 2021, with a 5-year renewal option
- Annual base rent of $48,267 for a 15,694 sq ft hangar/manufacturing facility
- Rent increases annually based on CPI or 2% flat rate, whichever is greater
- Tenant to pay all taxes, utilities, and maintain $1,000,000 liability insurance
- Permitted uses include aircraft sales, pilot training, flight instruction, and repairs
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Budget Review Advisory Committee is meeting to review the fourth quarter financial report for FY 2019-2020, approve the minutes from August 31, 2020, and discuss the budget calendar and next meeting date. The agenda includes selection of chair and vice-chair, general discussion, and public comments. This is a routine review meeting with no major decisions expected.
- Review of Fourth Quarterly Report — FY 2019-2020
- Approval of minutes from August 31, 2020 meeting
- Selection of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Discussion of budget calendar and next meeting date (May 17, 2021)
Integrated Pest Management
The Integrated Pest Management Sub-Committee will review and take action on draft sections of the IPM Plan covering non-chemical methods for structures, canals, ponds, and ditches, and will discuss the Environmental Impact Quotient (EIQ) for assessing pesticide impacts. They will also consider approving the final chemical spreadsheet for the plan. The meeting includes public input and items for the next agenda.
- Draft Sections II-VI of IPM Plan: non-chemical methods by asset class (structures, canals, ponds, ditches)
- Environmental Impact Quotient (EIQ) explanation and use in program assessment
- Chemical Spreadsheet final draft approval for Plan
- Future recommendations: seawall reconstruction, expanded dredging, environmental enhancements, stormwater fee credits
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a site plan modification by Giant Oil, Inc. (Mobil Oil) to demolish and reconstruct a 4,067-square-foot convenience store with a fuel canopy at 617 U.S. Highway 1 in the Commercial Riverfront zoning district. The agenda also includes approval of the November 19, 2020 minutes, election of chairperson and vice-chairperson, and public input. No unfinished business is listed.
- Site plan modification: demolition and reconstruction of 4,067 SF convenience store with fuel canopy at 617 U.S. Highway 1 (Commercial Riverfront district)
- Approval of minutes from November 19, 2020 regular meeting
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Public input on non-agenda items (5-minute limit, extendable by majority vote)
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will consider approving several budget items for upcoming events, including fees for the Golden Ukers, Litter Quitter folders and stickers, booth display items, and environmental reference cards. They will also continue planning the Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration scheduled for April 24, 2021, and discuss vendor notices and online applications. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and announcements, such as the purchase of water refill stations approved by City Council.
- Approval of January 5, 2021 meeting minutes
- Event items requiring budget approval: Golden Ukers fee, Litter Quitter folders & window stickers, NRB booth display items, environmental reference cards
- Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration planning for April 24, 2021
- Vendor notice and online applications for the celebration
- Announcement: purchase of water refill stations approved by City Council
City Council
The Sebastian City Council will hold the first reading of Ordinance 0-21-01 to transmit the proposed Comprehensive Plan 2040 for state review. The council will also discuss septic-to-sewer program options, consider a resolution opposing the elimination of regional planning councils, and vote on a cost-share agreement for wastewater utility improvements on Roseland Road.
- First reading of Ordinance 0-21-01: Comprehensive Plan 2040 transmittal
- Discussion of Septic to Sewer Program options
- Resolution R-21-03 opposing elimination of Regional Planning Councils
- Cost Share Agreement #35859 with St. Johns River Water Management District for wastewater improvements on Roseland Road
- Proclamation for Kip Kelso's retirement after 37 years
Planning & Zoning Commission
The scheduled meeting of the Sebastian Planning and Zoning Commission for January 21, 2021, was cancelled. There were no quasi-judicial hearings, public hearings, or new business items listed on the agenda.
City Council
The Sebastian City Council is meeting to act on a second-reading ordinance that would change how building height is measured, and to consider several contracts and emergency purchases. They will also review appointments to city boards and award bids for engineering and mowing services.
- Second reading of Ordinance 0-20-03 amending building height measurement rules
- Emergency purchases totaling over $180,000 for audio-visual equipment, software, message signs, and water fountains
- Approve change order for lightning warning system at Barber Street Sports Complex for $29,751.35
- Award engineering services RFQ to four firms including Carter Associates and Kimley-Horn
- Approve $49,797.50 work authorization for airport hangar site preparation
Planning & Zoning Commission
This meeting of the Sebastian Planning and Zoning Commission was cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment, with no public hearings, new business, or other substantive matters listed.
- Meeting cancelled
- No quasi-judicial or public hearings scheduled
- No unfinished business
- No new business
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will review and approve the December 1, 2020 meeting minutes, receive announcements, and discuss new and old business. Key items include a Sustainable Sebastian discussion, a stormwater IPM update, and planning for the Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration on April 24, 2021, including entertainment and vendor logistics. The meeting is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major decisions expected beyond routine approvals.
- Approval of December 1, 2020 meeting minutes
- Sustainable Sebastian discussion: completed tasks and immediate focus
- Stormwater IPM update
- Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration planning for April 24, 2021: entertainment schedule, vendor notices, online applications
- Items for next agenda: Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration planning
Veterans Advisory Board
The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from October 5, 2020, review the Veterans Day and Pearl Harbor Day events, and set the 2021 schedule of veterans events and board meeting dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new funding decisions or policy changes on the table.
- Approval of October 5, 2020 meeting minutes
- Review of Veterans Day and Pearl Harbor Day events
- Set 2021 schedule of veterans events and board meeting dates
- Next meeting scheduled for March 1, 2021 at 3:00 PM