Sebastian public meetings in 2024
77 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss updates on Riverview Park planning, park conditions from member reports, and upcoming events at Riverview Park such as concerts and the Fine Arts Festival. No new business is on the agenda; an impact fees discussion is scheduled for the next meeting.
- Riverview Park planning update – design unveiling expected at future meeting
- Bryant Ct playground ordered (artificial turf surface approved at prior meeting)
- Upcoming events: Dec 24 Coastal Community Church, Jan 10 Concert in the Park, Jan 11 Craft Club, Jan 17 Finally Friday, Jan 18–20 Fine Arts Festival
- Vacant position on board to be addressed
- Impact fees discussion planned for January 27, 2025 meeting
City Council
The Sebastian City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance O-24-21, which would amend the public input rules for meetings. The council will also consider several purchase orders and a grant application for boat ramp improvements. Routine consent items include approval of prior meeting minutes and committee appointments.
- First reading of Ordinance O-24-21 amending public input procedures (final adoption scheduled Jan 8, 2025)
- Purchase order for a Nissan Frontier pickup truck for the Building Department ($31,959)
- Purchase order to install a new dryline at the Working Waterfront ($36,500)
- Resolution R-24-70 to apply for a Land and Water Conservation Grant for Main Street/Hardee Boat Ramp improvements
- Purchase orders for submersible pump repairs for Stormwater Division (up to $80,000)
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will review final preparations for the Christmas Parade on December 7th and the Centennial Celebration on December 8th. The board will also discuss the Sustainable Sebastian champion selection process for the next action plan.
- Christmas Parade final preparations on December 7th at 6:30 PM
- Centennial Celebration participation on December 8th at Riverview Park
- Sustainable Sebastian champion selection for the next action plan
- Approval of November 12th meeting minutes
- Preliminary 2025 schedule of events
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers was canceled. The agenda listed only procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment, with no substantive decisions or hearings planned.
City Council
The Sebastian City Council, sitting as the Board of Adjustment, will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one for a six-foot fence at 798 Spire Avenue and another for a six-foot fence at 491 Kumquat Avenue. Both properties are corner lots where city code limits fences to four feet within secondary front yards unless set back 20 feet. Staff analysis notes the fences were installed without proper permits or after inspection, and recommends conditions such as relocating part of the Spire Avenue fence 10 feet back from the property line. The council will vote on granting or denying the variances.
- Variance request by Sean Strohl for a 6-foot fence at 798 Spire Ave (corner lot with three front yards)
- Variance request by Brandon & Jennifer Martin for a 6-foot fence at 491 Kumquat Ave (installed without permit)
- Staff recommends if variance is granted for Spire Ave, fence along Wimbrow Drive be moved 10 feet back from property line
- If variance is denied, owners must remove trellis extensions to reduce fence to 4 feet within two months
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review the design and surface selection for the Bryant Court Playground. The body will also receive updates on Riverview Park planning and upcoming December events.
- Bryant Court Playground design and surface selection
- Riverview Park planning update
- Barber Street backstops replacement update
- Born Learning Trail follow-up
- December 8 Centennial Celebration festivities
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will discuss the development of the next Sustainable Sebastian Action Plan and the City of Sebastian Christmas Parade. The board is also scheduled to take action regarding the Centennial Celebration on December 8th, 2024.
- Action item: Centennial Celebration scheduled for December 8th, 2024
- Discussion: Sustainable Sebastian next Action Plan development
- Discussion: City of Sebastian Christmas Parade on December 7th, 2024
- Announcement: Oyster Reef Ball Deployment with ORCA on November 15th, 16th, and 17th, 2024
Planning & Zoning Commission
The November 7, 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency meeting was canceled. No items were scheduled for public hearings, unfinished business, or new business.
City Council
The City Council will consider approving draft minutes from two Board of Adjustment meetings. The main item is a quasi-judicial public hearing on an appeal by Hawkins Project 1, LLC (Ryan Homes) of staff's denial of a landclearing permit for 33.23 acres of the Sebastian Highlands Unit 17 plat, citing conflicts with approved construction plans and missing items.
- Approval of draft Board of Adjustment minutes for August 28 and September 11, 2024
- Appeal of denied Landclearing Permit #24-3711 for 33.23 acres on Spring Valley, Empress, and Ithaca avenues
- Developer proposes to clear-cut entire platted 109-lot area; staff denied due to conflict with approved Tree Removal sheet
- Appellant must address missing tree survey, updated gopher tortoise permit, and dewatering permit among other conditions
- Property is part of 1970 General Development Corporation plat; grandfathered non-compliances are contested
Veterans Advisory Board
The Veterans Advisory Board will discuss and plan support for Veterans Day and Pearl Harbor remembrance events. They will also follow up on the Day of Caring. The meeting includes approval of August 2024 minutes and public input.
- Unfinished business: Veterans Day Planning and Support
- New business: Pearl Harbor Event Planning and Support
- New business: Day of Caring follow-up
- Approval of August 5, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public input period
Planning & Zoning Commission
This Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for October 17, 2024, has been canceled. No items were considered or discussed.
- Meeting canceled; no agenda items were addressed.
City Council
The City Council will consider a public hearing on vacating roads in Sebastian Highlands, a transfer of real property to Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing, and several purchase orders including holiday decorations, a police live scan system, and drainage tree removals. New business items include a building permit fee schedule amendment, direction on the parking-in-lieu program, dewatering inspection fees, and major contracts for airport AWOS upgrade, pavement maintenance, a sewer cleaner, and a backhoe. The consent agenda also includes grant acceptance and routine minutes approvals.
- Transfer of real property to Indian River County Habitat for Humanity for affordable homes (13B)
- Adoption of Resolution R-24-60 amending building permit fee schedule (13C)
- Consideration of future direction of parking-in-lieu program (13D)
- Selection of DBT Transportation for AWOS upgrade at Sebastian Municipal Airport at $128,550 (13F)
- Purchase order for pavement maintenance and rehabilitation up to $1,435,726.20 (13G)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a site plan major modification and conditional use permit for a Dunkin' Donuts at 900 U.S. Highway #1, a 4,810-square-foot multi-unit commercial building with a restaurant drive-through and two retail units. The agenda also includes two accessory structure reviews for detached garages at 197 Delmar Street and 474 Periwinkle Drive. No LPA public hearings are scheduled.
- Quasi-judicial hearing for Dunkin' Donuts — 4,810 SF building with drive-through and 2 retail units at 900 U.S. Highway #1
- Accessory structure review for a 506 SF detached garage at 197 Delmar Street (Scott & Donna Huff)
- Accessory structure review for a 748 SF detached garage at 474 Periwinkle Drive (David & Penny Robinson)
Natural Resources Board
The board will consider a grant application for boat ramp improvements and discuss the next Sustainable Sebastian Action Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Living Shoreline Project at Riverview Park and planning for the December 7th Christmas Parade.
- Discussion of $200,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Main Street Boat Ramp improvements
- Action item regarding preliminary ideas for the next Sustainable Sebastian Action Plan
- Action item regarding the City of Sebastian Christmas Parade on December 7, 2024
- Presentation by Missy Weiss of ORCA on the Living Shoreline Project at Riverview Park
City Council
The Sebastian City Council will hold a regular meeting and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) session. Key actions include final public hearings on the FY2024-2025 millage and budget adoption and a land development code amendment for outdoor storage facilities in the Triangle Overlay District. The council will also discuss a write-off of a $430,000 loan to the golf course, approve several purchase orders and contracts, and receive a presentation on strategic plan results from public input.
- Final public hearing and adoption of FY2024-2025 final millage and tentative budget
- Second reading of Ordinance O-24-17 amending outdoor storage facility restrictions in the Triangle Overlay District
- Consideration to write off $430,000 loan to the Municipal Golf Course from the General Fund
- Purchase order for $53,684 to Underwater Engineering Services for gopher tortoise relocation for the Stonecrop Project
- Selection of P.A.V.C.O. Contracting Group for ITB #24-19 in the amount of $93,800
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a grant application for Friendship Park and provide updates on several ongoing park projects. The body will also conduct Sunshine Law training.
- Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program Grant for Friendship Park playground, seating, and signage: $50,000.00
- Riverview Park planning update
- Bryant Court Playground replacement planning
- Barber Street backstops replacement RFP
- Special Event Policy discussion
Planning & Zoning Commission
This meeting of the Sebastian Planning and Zoning Commission was cancelled. No items were scheduled for public hearings, unfinished business, or new business. The agenda is purely procedural with no substantive discussion or decisions.
City Council
The City Council will consider several consent agenda items and new business, including a resolution to adopt an official list of city-owned real property deemed appropriate for affordable housing. Other items include a resolution to increase fees for for-profit special events, a purchase order for a culvert study, and an agreement for leadership training. The council will also discuss the placement of an America 250 monument and hear an appeal for CDBG funds.
- Resolution R-24-49 adopting official list of city-owned real property for affordable housing
- Resolution R-24-50 increasing fees and conditions for for-profit special events at city facilities
- Agreement with BTS USA, Inc. for leadership training for city staff ($21,975)
- Purchase order for Arcadis U.S., Inc. to determine culvert dimensions for Schumann Drive Culvert ($37,250)
- Purchase of AEDs and lockable outdoor AED cabinets from Rescue One Training for Life ($29,880)
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will consider action items including approving August meeting minutes, discussing Sustainable Sebastian progress (purchase of recycling bins for City Hall and Public Works, and alternative items to reduce single-use plastics at city facilities), confirming board participation in the Police Department's Community Night Out, and selecting a time for the 2025 Earth Day & Arbor Day celebration. Updates on the Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup, a history event, and the International Coastal Cleanup will also be presented.
- Purchase of recycling bins for City Hall & Public Works Compound (action item)
- Alternative items for City Facilities to reduce single-use plastics (action item)
- Confirm board participation in Police Department's Community Night Out on October 17, 2024 (action item)
- Select alternative time frame for 2025 Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration (action item)
- Final numbers for Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed stormwater utility fee of $14 per month per equivalent residential unit. They will also consider a $714,800 contract amendment for golf maintenance, a developer's agreement for the Sebastian Overlook project, and a land development code amendment for outdoor storage facilities. Several consent agenda items involve contracts for sidewalk construction, pipe purchases, and a $178,000 trail maintenance grant.
- Consideration of Resolution R-24-41 establishing a stormwater utility fee of $14/month per ERU
- Public hearing on Ordinance O-24-17 amending land development code for outdoor storage facilities in Triangle Overlay District
- Consideration of Resolution R-24-46 for a Developer's Agreement with Hawkins Project 1, LLC for 'Sebastian Overlook'
- Consideration of Amendment Three to agreement with International Golf Maintenance, increasing annual contract to $714,800
- Approval of Resolution R-24-43 to apply for $178,000 FDEP Trail Maintenance Program grant
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss updates on several ongoing park improvements and upcoming community events. The meeting includes reviews of planning for Riverview Park and the replacement of the Bryant Court Playground.
- Riverview Park planning update
- Bryant Court Playground replacement planning
- Barber Street backstops replacement RFP
- Special Event Policy discussion for September 11 Council Meeting
- Touch and Tour event on September 14 at City Hall
City Council
The City Council is meeting in a public workshop to discuss and receive feedback on a draft strategic plan, including proposed mission, vision, values, and goals. The session includes a presentation from strategic planning consultants, followed by public comments and written feedback via comment cards. No formal decisions are expected; the workshop is for input and discussion only.
- Presentation of proposed Mission, Vision, Values and Goals by strategic planning consultants
- Public comment period on draft strategic plan elements
- Collection of written feedback via comment cards
City Council
The City Council is conducting a workshop to introduce strategic planning consultants and discuss the city's proposed mission, vision, values, and goals. Residents are invited to provide feedback through public comments and comment cards.
- Presentation of proposed City mission, vision, values, and goals
- Introduction of strategic planning consultants
- Public comment period on draft strategic planning documents
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Budget Review Advisory Committee will meet to review and approve the 3rd quarter financial report. The committee will also receive an update on the 2025 budget.
- Review and approval of 3rd Quarter Financial Report
- 2025 Budget Update
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will consider approving outreach materials on microplastics and recycling, discuss results of a city hall walk-through, and vote on participation in the International Coastal Cleanup and the city Christmas Parade. The board will also receive updates on Sustainable Sebastian initiatives including single-use plastics reduction, native landscaping, and tree protection ordinances.
- Approval of outreach materials for distribution (microplastics, recycling, sustainability tips) – ACTION ITEM
- Park Champion Application for International Coastal Cleanup on Sept 21, 2024 – ACTION ITEM
- Confirm participation and float ideas for the City of Sebastian Christmas Parade on Dec 7, 2024 – ACTION ITEM
- Discussion of Tree Protection & Landscaping Ordinances as part of Sustainable Sebastian
- Results of City Hall Walk-Through by Matthew Krauss
Veterans Advisory Board
The board will meet to discuss the location of the America 250 monument and plan for Veterans Day. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 8, 2024, meeting.
- Discussion on America 250 Monument location
- Veterans Day planning
- Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend to City Council whether to amend the Land Development Code to allow outdoor storage and mini-storage facilities as conditional uses in the Triangle Overlay District. The commission will also approve minutes from two previous meetings and receive Sunshine Law training from the City Attorney.
- Public hearing on Ordinance O-24-17: adding Outdoor Storage and Mini-Storage Facilities as conditional uses in the Triangle Overlay District, amending Sections 54-4-21.C.4, 54-2-6.4(28), and 54-5-22.2 of the Land Development Code
- Approval of minutes from regular meetings on June 6 and June 20, 2024
- Sunshine Law training presented by the City Attorney
City Council
The provided agenda consists solely of page numbers from 1 to 40 of 220, with no actual agenda items, proposals, or discussions. This meeting appears procedural or the document is incomplete.
- No agenda items provided in the text
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss supporting Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program grants of $50,000 each for Swing and Bench Park and Bryant Court Playground. They will also receive updates on Riverview Park planning, playground replacements, and a special event policy. The committee will review the FY 2025 proposed operating and capital improvements budget.
- Support grant application for Swing and Bench Park ($50,000) for shoreline vegetation, seating, walkways
- Support grant application for Bryant Court Playground ($50,000) for site amenities, seating, signage, playground
- Informational update on Swing and Bench Park shoreline stabilization design and permitting ($30,000)
- Review FY 2025 proposed operating and capital improvements budget
- Updates on Riverview Park planning, Bryant Court playground replacement, Barber Street backstops RFP, and special event policy
City Council
This is a budget workshop where the Sebastian City Council will receive an overview from the city manager and hear departmental presentations for the upcoming fiscal year. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only. Public input is limited to the agenda item per workshop rules.
- Budget overview by City Manager
- Department presentations: Non-departmental, Community Development/CRA, City Clerk/Council, Human Resources, Finance, Building, Airport, MIS, Police, City Attorney, Parks/Facilities/Cemetery, Golf Course, Public Works/Roads/Fleet, Stormwater
Planning & Zoning Commission
The July 18, 2024, meeting of the Sebastian Planning and Zoning Commission has been canceled. No public hearings, unfinished business, or new business were scheduled.
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Budget Review Advisory Committee will review budget reports for the first and second quarters of FY 2024. The body will also receive a presentation on the draft FY 2025 budget and proposed millage.
- Review of FY 2024 1st Quarter Budget Report
- Review of FY 2024 2nd Quarter Budget Report
- Presentation on Draft FY 2025 Budget
- Discussion of proposed millage
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan. Presenters Dr. Saviak and Dr. Levey will discuss research findings, objectives, and the planning process. The agenda includes discussions on mission, vision, values, and goals.
- Review of strategic planning research findings
- Discussion of mission, vision, values, and goals
- Presentation on workshop objectives and success metrics
- Overview of the planning process and schedule
City Council
The provided text consists solely of page numbers and contains no substantive agenda content. There are no decisions, proposals, or discussions listed in the document.
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will review progress on Sustainable Sebastian initiatives, including single-use plastics reduction and native landscaping. The board will also prepare for the Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup scheduled for July 27th, 2024.
- Sustainable Sebastian: single-use plastics reduction and native landscaping
- Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup preparation
- City Council Proclamation on July 10, 2024
- Board training and 2024 calendar of events
City Council
The provided text contains only page numbers and does not include any substantive information regarding the Sebastian City Council meeting.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review updates on Riverview Park planning and the Bryant Court playground replacement project. Discussions also include backstop upgrades at Barber Street and preparations for July 4th parade activities.
- Riverview Park planning and grant applications
- Bryant Court Playground replacement planning
- Backstops at Barber Street replacement RFP
- July 4 parade and activities
- Friendship Park Playground discussion
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will consider applications for land use amendments and rezoning near Sebastian Historical Park. These items involve a property exchange between the City of Sebastian and Schumann Road Indian River, LLC. The requests include changing designations to institutional and commercial uses.
- Land use amendment for 0.06 acres east of Sebastian Historical Park from CG to INST
- Land use amendment for 0.07 acres north of Schumann Drive from INST to CG
- Rezoning request for 0.06 acres from CG to PS (Public Service)
- Rezoning request for 0.07 acres from PS to CG
City Council
The provided text consists only of page numbers and does not contain any substantive agenda items, discussions, or decisions.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to change the land use and zoning for 20.38 acres in Sebastian Highlands Unit 17. The proposal seeks to move from low density residential to medium density residential. Additionally, a special use permit for Big Dan’s Car Wash will be discussed.
- Future Land Use Map amendment for 20.38 acres in Sebastian Highlands
- Rezoning request for 20.38 acres from RS-10 to RM-8
- Special Use Permit for Big Dan’s Car Wash at 1979 U.S. Highway #1
Natural Resources Board
The board will review the recent Earth Day and Arbor Day celebration. Members will also discuss assignments for the Sustainable Sebastian initiative, covering topics such as native landscaping and tree protection ordinances. Additionally, the board will discuss preparations for the Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup scheduled for July 27.
- Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration debrief
- Sustainable Sebastian assignments including single-use plastics and native landscaping
- Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup on July 27, 2024
- City Council Proclamation for waterway cleanup on July 10, 2024
City Council
The City Council is holding a public workshop to discuss the Stormwater Master Plan, including system overview, survey results, and next steps. No formal decisions will be made; items may be placed on a future council agenda for action. The workshop includes a budgeting exercise and public comment period.
- Stormwater System Overview by Karen Miller
- Public Survey
- Stormwater Master Plan Results and Summary
- Budgeting Exercise
- Public Questions or Comments
City Council
The City Council is holding a public workshop to discuss the Stormwater Master Plan, including system overview, survey results, and next steps. No formal decisions will be made; items may be placed on a future Council agenda for action. Two sessions are offered at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
- Stormwater System Overview by Karen Miller
- Public Survey on stormwater issues
- Stormwater Master Plan Results and Summary
- Budgeting Exercise for stormwater improvements
- Public comments accepted at both sessions
City Council
This agenda document contains only repeated page-number markers ('1 of 333' through '333 of 333') and no substantive agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The City Council meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2024, but the provided text offers no actionable content for residents.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing park projects, including Riverview Park planning, Bryant Court playground replacement, and a new Park Memorial Program draft. The committee will also review upcoming events at Riverview Park and discuss whether Harbor Lights will become a passive park. This is a regular business meeting with project updates and new business items.
- Riverview Park planning update
- Bryant Court playground replacement planning
- Backstops at Barber Street replacement RFP
- Park Memorial Program draft discussion
- Harbor Lights passive park designation discussion
City Council
The Sebastian City Council is holding two public input workshops to gather community feedback for the development of the Riverview Park Master Plan. The meetings are scheduled for 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM on May 14, 2024, at City Council Chambers, 1225 Main Street. No formal decisions will be made; the agenda is limited to the workshop item and procedural items.
- Public input workshop for Riverview Park Master Plan
- Two sessions at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM
- Location: City Council Chambers, 1225 Main Street
- Zoom webinar options available for both sessions
City Council
The Sebastian City Council is holding two public input workshops to gather community feedback for the development of the Riverview Park Master Plan. The workshops are scheduled for 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM at City Council Chambers, 1225 Main Street, with Zoom options available. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion and input-gathering session.
- Public input workshop for Riverview Park Master Plan
- Two sessions: 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM
- Location: City Council Chambers, 1225 Main Street
- Zoom webinar options provided for both sessions
City Council
The Sebastian City Council is holding two public input workshops to gather community feedback for the development of the Riverview Park Master Plan. The workshops are scheduled for 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM on May 14, 2024, at City Council Chambers, 1225 Main Street. No formal decisions will be made; the session is for discussion and public comment only.
- Public input workshop for Riverview Park Master Plan development
- Two sessions at 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM
- Location: City Council Chambers, 1225 Main Street, Sebastian, FL
- Zoom webinar access available for both sessions
- ADA accommodations available with 48-hour notice
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Sebastian Budget Review Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 13, 2024, has been canceled. The agenda contains only procedural items with no business to discuss.
- Meeting canceled
- No minutes to approve
- No unfinished business
- No new business
City Council
The provided agenda text for the Sebastian, FL City Council meeting of 2024-05-08 consists solely of page-number markers ("1 of 138" through "138 of 138") with no actual agenda content. No decisions, discussions, or action items are listed in the supplied text.
Natural Resources Board
This regular meeting of the Sebastian Natural Resources Board, scheduled for May 7, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, minutes, public input, etc.) and no substantive business items.
- Meeting cancelled
Natural Resources Board
This regular meeting of the Natural Resources Board was cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The scheduled meeting for May 2, 2024, has been canceled. No specific agenda items or business were listed for discussion.
City Council
The provided agenda text consists solely of page-number markers (1 of 305 through 305 of 305) with no actual agenda content. This meeting agenda is procedural boilerplate only, and no decisions, discussions, or items are listed.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review a draft Park Memorial Program, get updates on Riverview Park public planning sessions, and consider a May meeting date change. The agenda also includes updates on completed events like the Creative Playground ribbon cutting and upcoming Arbor Day and Concert in the Park activities.
- Review of Park Memorial Program draft with donation options from $165 to $15,000
- Riverview Park public planning update scheduled for May 14, 2024
- May meeting date change to May 20, 2024
- Volunteer of the Year draft final review
- Arbor Day planting at Tulip Pond on April 26
Planning & Zoning Commission
This meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission/Local Planning Agency has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for public hearings, unfinished business, or new business, and only lists standard procedural steps (call to order, pledge, roll call, announcements, and adjournment).
- Meeting cancelled
- No public hearings scheduled
- No unfinished business
- No new business
- No minutes to approve
City Council
The provided agenda text consists solely of page markers (e.g., '1 of 191') with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussions listed. This appears to be a procedural placeholder or an incomplete document, so no concrete actions can be reported.
Veterans Advisory Board
The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the location of the America 250 monument, plan the Memorial Day event, and discuss participation in the July 4th parade. The board will also approve minutes from the October 2023 meeting and hear from a new city liaison.
- America 250 Monument Location Discussion
- Memorial Day Event Plan
- July 4th Parade Participation Discussion
- Approval of October 2, 2023 meeting minutes
- Introduction of Richard Blankenship as new Parks and Recreation liaison
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will approve minutes from March meetings, introduce a new member, and discuss the upcoming Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration on April 20th, including board member assignments. They will also hear about the Tulip Pond Project Phase 2 planting event on Arbor Day. The May meeting is cancelled, with the next regular meeting set for June 4th.
- Approval of March 5th and March 13th meeting minutes
- Introduction of new board member
- Tulip Pond Project Phase 2 planting event on April 26th at 9:00 am
- Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration on April 20th, 2024
- Next meeting June 4th, 2024 (May meeting cancelled)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review and discuss several grant applications totaling $420,000 for projects including Riverview Park design, Crabby Bills engineering, shoreline stabilization, and dry lines for the working waterfront and law enforcement docks. They will also get updates on the Creative Playground ribbon cutting, upcoming events at Riverview Park, and the Volunteer of the Year draft.
- FIND grants: Riverview Park design $100,000, Crabby Bills engineering and design $100,000, Shoreline Stabilization $100,000, Working Waterfront dry line $40,000, Law Enforcement docks dry line $80,000
- Creative Playground ribbon cutting scheduled for April 12, 2024 at 4:30 pm
- Riverview Park events: Egg Hunt and Movie Night March 29, Field of Flags April 1-15, Concert in the Park April 5, Earth Day April 20
- Discussion on mangroves at Riverview Park
- Volunteer of the Year draft review
City Council
The provided agenda text for the Sebastian, FL City Council meeting on 2024-03-20 consists solely of page markers (e.g., '1 of 248') with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion points. The document appears to be a placeholder or incomplete, containing no actionable information for residents.
- No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or other concrete items are listed
- The agenda is entirely procedural boilerplate with no substantive content
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a Land Development Code amendment for mobile food establishments and a special exception request for outdoor storage at Brognano RV & Boat Storage. The mobile food item will be recommended to City Council; the storage request is tabled to April 4, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from February 1, 2024.
- Public hearing on Ordinance O-24-04 amending Section 54-2-3.6(d)(4) regarding maximum days allowed for mobile food establishments
- Quasi-judicial hearing tabled to 4/4/24: Special Exception for Brognano RV & Boat Storage (outdoor storage) on 3.76 acres at Ashbury Boulevard/Sebastian Boulevard
- Approval of minutes from February 1, 2024 regular meeting
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will hold its regular meeting to continue the Sustainable Sebastian initiative, including a presentation on reducing single-use plastics, and discuss other environmental goals. The board will also consider potential participation in the City of Sebastian's Centennial events. The agenda includes approval of the February 6, 2024 minutes and announcements about new board members, a Tulip Pond planting event, and a new rule banning plastic bottles on the dais.
- Continue presentation on reduction of single-use plastics by Charles Stadelman
- Discussion of Sustainable Sebastian goals: native landscaping, tree protection ordinances, resource conservation, green infrastructure, sidewalks & bikeways
- Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 20, 2024
- Tulip Pond Project Phase 2 planting event on National Arbor Day, Friday April 26, 2024 at 9:00 am
- Discussion of potential participation in Centennial events
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Budget Review Advisory Committee will review the FY2023 fourth quarter budget report, receive training from the City Attorney, and approve minutes from the February 12, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Review of FY2023 4th Quarter Budget Report
- Committee training by City Attorney Jennifer D. Cockcroft, Esq., BCS
- Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024 meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2024
City Council
The provided agenda text consists solely of page number markers (e.g., '1 of 143') with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. This appears to be a procedural placeholder or an incomplete document, so no substantive actions can be reported.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will consider ratifying a $1.5 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant application for Riverview Park renovations, plus a Florida Boater Improvement Fund grant for Main Street Boat Ramp dredging. They will also hear updates on the creative playground construction and upcoming events at Riverview Park. The meeting includes approval of January minutes and public input.
- Ratification of $1,500,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Riverview Park (with matching funds)
- Florida Boater Improvement Fund grant application for Main Street Boat Ramp dredging
- Creative playground construction underway
- Upcoming events: Concert in the Park March 1 & 22, Craft Club March 9-10, River Dayz March 15-17, Easter egg hunt
- Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The provided document contains only page numbers and no substantive text regarding meeting topics. There are no decisions, proposals, or discussions recorded in the source provided.
Budget Review Advisory Committee
The Budget Review Advisory Committee will hold an organizational meeting to select a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approve minutes from July 31, 2023, and review the budget calendar for fiscal year 2024-25. The meeting is largely procedural, with no substantive budget decisions on the agenda.
- Selection of chairperson and vice-chairperson
- Approval of minutes from July 31, 2023 meeting
- Review of FY2024-25 budget calendar
- Comments by Finance Director Killgore
- Next meeting scheduled for March 4, 2024
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will meet to discuss updates on Sustainable Sebastian initiatives, including single-use plastics reduction, native landscaping, and tree protection, as well as debrief the recent Arbor Day planting event and plan the upcoming Earth Day & Arbor Day celebration. The agenda includes approval of the January 2, 2024 minutes and public input.
- Debrief of Tulip Pond Project FL Arbor Day Planting Event (Jan 19, 2024)
- Update on Sustainable Sebastian: single-use plastics reduction, native landscaping, tree protection ordinances, resource conservation, green infrastructure, sidewalks & bikeways
- Planning for Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration (April 20, 2024)
- Approval of January 2, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a land development code amendment for murals, a special use permit for an RV park, and two rezoning requests. They will also elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson. The agenda includes both LPA and quasi-judicial hearings, with recommendations to the City Council.
- Public hearing on Ordinance O-24-01 to amend mural regulations (Sections 54-3-16.3(15) and 54-5-22.2)
- Special use permit for Sebastian RV Park, an RV and cabin resort with amenity center at 608 Davis Street (2.93 acres, CWR zoning)
- Rezoning request by Warrior Recycling for 7701 130th Street (5.13+ acres) from IN to HI (Heavy Industrial)
- Rezoning request for the Old Public Works Compound at 100 Veterans Memorial Way (4.134 acres) from PS to CG (Commercial)
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
City Council
The agenda text consists solely of page number markers (1 of 188 through 188 of 188) with no substantive content. This is procedural boilerplate only; no decisions or discussions are listed.
City Council
This agenda text consists solely of page-number placeholders (1 of 45 through 45 of 45) with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The meeting is listed as the Sebastian, FL City Council for 2024-01-24, but the provided content is procedural boilerplate only.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to approve December minutes, hear updates on current projects and park conditions, and receive an informational update on the Parks Department taking over US1 median maintenance. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Introduction of Parks and Recreation Director Richard Blankenship
- Approval of December 18, 2023 meeting minutes
- Update on current projects including Filbert Street playground and Creative Playground
- Parks staff taking over US1 median maintenance effective January 9, 2024
- Upcoming events at Riverview Park (Concert in the Park, Art Fest)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a site plan major modification for Crail Manufacturing Phase 2, proposing a second 40,000 SF warehouse at 7756 130th Street. The commission will also consider approval of the October 12, 2023 minutes. No other business is listed.
- Public hearing: Site plan major modification for 40,000 SF warehouse at 7756 130th Street (HI land use, IN zoning)
- Project owner: Crail, LLC; engineer: J. Wesley Mills, P.E.; surveyor: Henry A. Kilburn, PSM
- Site is 10.34 acres; 167,554 SF impervious (37.2%), 282,856 SF open space (62.8%)
- Approval of minutes from October 12, 2023 regular meeting
City Council
This agenda is only procedural boilerplate — it lists 352 page markers with no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The City Council meeting is scheduled for 2024-01-10, but no substantive business is described.
Planning & Zoning Commission
This meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was canceled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes, with no substantive business listed.
- Meeting canceled
- No public hearings or business items listed
Natural Resources Board
The Natural Resources Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public input, and discuss unfinished business, including the Tulip Pond Project's Arbor Day planting event and updates from Sustainable Sebastian champions. They will also review the 5-year implementation plan, which includes initiatives on reducing single-use plastics, native landscaping, tree protection ordinances, resource conservation, green infrastructure, and sidewalks/bikeways. No new business items are listed.
- Tulip Pond Project – FL Arbor Day Planting Event – Friday January 19th, 2024
- Sustainable Sebastian implementation plan updates with champions for plastics, native landscaping, tree ordinances, conservation, green infrastructure, and sidewalks
- Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration – Saturday, April 20th, 2024
- Approval of December 12th, 2023 meeting minutes