Largo public meetings in 2024

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one regulating outdoor social service events and another amending the Comprehensive Development Code to implement the Housing for All Initiative. The Commission will also consider resolutions authorizing the city manager to enter into agreements with the state for hurricane disaster aid, and will vote on several consent items including equipment purchases and service contracts.

• Ordinance No. 2024-47 (second reading) regulating outdoor social service events
• Ordinance No. 2025-01 (second reading) amending the Comprehensive Development Code for the Housing for All Initiative
• Resolution No. 2415, 2416, 2417 authorizing agreements with the State of Florida for hurricane Debby, Helene, and Milton public assistance
• Authorization to purchase computer equipment from CDWG for $523,200
• Authorization for 60-month WOW! Business internet and ethernet service for $609,000

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission held a regular meeting on December 17, 2024, taking action on several items. They adopted a second reading of an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Development Code to implement the Housing for All Initiative, and denied an ordinance regulating outdoor social service events. The commission also approved consent items including equipment purchases, service agreements, and appointments, as well as resolutions for hurricane-related federal aid and a housing incentive agreement.

• Ordinance No. 2024-47 (outdoor social service events) denied 4-3
• Ordinance No. 2025-01 (Housing for All code amendments) adopted 7-0
• Approved $523,200 computer equipment purchase from CDWG
• Approved $609,000 60-month internet service agreement with WOW! Business
• Approved $944,800 design contract with Pennoni Associates for pavement work

Canceled Special Magistrate

This meeting of the Municipal Special Magistrate is cancelled. No cases will be heard, and no minutes will be approved. The next special magistrate hearing is scheduled for January 9, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. in the Commission Chambers.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next hearing set for January 9, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will hear presentations on the 2024 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report, a Senior Housing Action Plan, 2025 legislative agendas, and a leasing update. The Commission will provide direction on which affordable housing incentive recommendations to implement, which will be incorporated into the city's housing plan.

• 2024 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report with 11 incentive recommendations
• Senior Housing Action Plan presentation from Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas
• 2025 State & Federal Legislative Action Agendas
• Horizon Leasing update by Colliers International
• Board/committee reports from Forward Pinellas, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, and others

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo City Commission is holding a work session to receive presentations and discuss several items, including the 2024 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report, a Senior Housing Action Plan, and the 2025 State & Federal Legislative Action Agendas. The commission will also hear an update on Horizon Leasing from Colliers International. No formal action items are listed, but consensus may be reached on supporting the report and legislative agendas.

• 2024 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report - consensus to support
• Senior Housing Action Plan presentation from Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas
• 2025 State & Federal Legislative Action Agendas - consensus to support
• Horizon Leasing update by Colliers International

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, introduce new board member David Brennan, and review the draft 2024 CRA Annual Report. The board will also hold its annual potluck dinner and discuss old business, including the Southwest Pool project completion date of May 2025.

• Introduce new CRAAB Board Member David Brennan
• Review draft CRA Annual Report 2024
• Annual Potluck Dinner
• Southwest Pool project completion expected May 2025
• Next joint CRAAB/CDAB meeting January 27, 2025

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting with organizational matters, including approving the agenda and minutes from August 26, 2024, introducing new board member Thomas McGuire, and electing the board chair and vice-chair for calendar year 2025. Public comment is scheduled, and board members may raise old or new business. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair for CY 2025
• Introduction of new board member Thomas McGuire
• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2024
• Public comment period
• Next joint CRAAB/CDAB meeting set for January 27, 2025

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use request (CU-24-0003) to formally allow the continuation of commercial uses at DeGeorge Plaza, a legacy strip center at 12650 Starkey Road. The board will also vote on new leadership and approve the October 2024 minutes.

• Conditional use request CU-24-0003 for DeGeorge Plaza (12650 Starkey Road) to allow commercial uses like retail, offices, gym, and doctor's office under the Commercial General classification.
• Election of new Chair and Vice Chair for the Planning Board.
• Approval of minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting.

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will meet to handle code enforcement cases, including consent docket items, public hearings on non-compliance, requests for fine reductions, and first orders for new violations. The board will also re-appoint two members and approve prior meeting minutes. Cases involve property maintenance issues like inoperative vehicles, building without permits, and exterior structure violations.

• Fine reduction request for $48,200 (Dandy Mac LLC, 1597 Shirley Pl) and $2,800 (Michael M LePak, 1507 10th St NW)
• Second orders for non-compliance with daily fines up to $250 (e.g., Kathleen E Carter, 12809 128th Ave N)
• First orders for new violations, including portable storage containers at 8051 Ulmerton Rd and building without permits at 10289 128th Ter
• Consent docket: two properties came into compliance with no fines due
• Re-appointment of board members Roxana Marsh and Roberta Hosken

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission met on December 3, 2024, and approved a consent docket and a major road contract. The most consequential item was awarding a $2,525,000 contract for neighborhood roadway and infrastructure improvements in the Valencia Dr area. The meeting also included ceremonial items, citizen comment, and approval of minutes and agenda.

• Awarded Contract No. 24-B-799 for Valencia Dr area improvements to Keystone Excavators, Inc. for $2,283,522 plus $241,478 contingency (total $2,525,000)
• Approved $155,000 purchase of SQL Server Enterprise Cores from Crayon Software Experts, LLC
• Approved approximately $85,700 for Motorola Solutions warranty service agreements
• Renewed School Resource Officer agreement with Pinellas Academy of Math and Science for 2024-2025
• Appointed Thomas McGuire to Community Development Advisory Board and John Stransky to Finance Advisory Board

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will consider awarding a $2,525,000 contract for neighborhood roadway and infrastructure improvements in the Valencia Dr area, along with several consent items including software and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes ceremonial recognitions and appointments to advisory boards. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Award Contract No. 24-B-799 for Valencia Dr area improvements to Keystone Excavators, Inc. for $2,283,522 plus $241,478 contingency (total $2,525,000)
• Purchase SQL Server Enterprise Cores from Crayon Software Experts, LLC for $155,000
• Purchase warranty service agreements from Motorola Solutions for approximately $85,700
• Renew School Resource Officer agreement with Pinellas Academy of Math and Science for 2024-2025
• Appointments to Community Development and Finance Advisory Boards

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board is meeting to discuss project updates, plan focus groups and surveys, and review holiday events. The agenda includes approval of October minutes, old business on park projects, and new business on community engagement and seasonal activities.

• Approval of October 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Project updates: Southwest Pool, CPPAC, Largo Central Park Restroom, Train Shed, McGough Boardwalk
• Discussion of department focus groups and surveys scheduled for February
• Holiday light plan and events in Largo Central Park, Ulmer Park, and West Bay Drive

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket including a $1.08M construction contract for the Train Shed Building, multiple police vehicle purchases totaling over $2.3M, and other expenditures. They also adopted several ordinances, including land use changes and alcohol regulation updates, and approved a $2.15M road construction contract for Rosery Road.

• Awarded RFQ No. 24-B-814 for Train Shed Building to Qualis General Contractors, LLC for $1,082,605.75 plus $162,391 contingency
• Authorized purchase of 32 replacement police vehicles from Duval Ford for $1,984,800
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-40 changing Future Land Use at 2565 Haines Bayshore Road from Residential Low to Commercial General
• Approved contract for Rosery Road improvements to Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. for $2,150,070 plus $325,508 contingency
• Approved five-year recyclables processing contract with Recycling Services of Florida for $568,425 per year

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold a regular meeting on November 19, 2024, with a consent docket of routine purchases and contracts, public hearings on land use and alcohol regulations, and several legislative items including a city manager contract amendment and a new recycling contract. The agenda includes ceremonial recognitions and the swearing in of newly elected commissioners.

• Award of $1,082,605.75 construction contract for the Train Shed Building to Qualis General Contractors, LLC
• Purchase of 32 replacement police vehicles for $1,984,800 and other police equipment totaling over $2.3 million
• Approval of $2,778,972 renewal of Workday software contract
• Ordinance to update alcohol distance separation standards and locations for on-premises sales
• First reading of ordinance to regulate outdoor social service events

Special Magistrate

The Largo Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on November 14, 2024, to address code enforcement violations. Five property owners are on the agenda for second orders due to non-compliance, with daily fines ranging from $100 to $150. The magistrate will also consider two first orders for new violations and any requests for fine reductions.

• CE2023-01804: Dimensional LLC, 3395 East Bay Dr, $100/day fine for unpermitted parking lot resurfacing
• CE2023-01994: Craig Holdings LLC, 1701 S. Belcher Rd, $100/day fine for unpermitted nitrogen storage tank
• CE2024-00265: Samole & Associates PLLC, 1300 Cove Cay Dr, $100/day fine for plumbing/electrical violations
• CE2024-00353: Innovative Sight and Sound LLC, 13120 66th St. N, $150/day fine for exterior/interior structure and electrical violations
• CE2024-00347: 2905 East Bay Drive LLC, 2905 East Bay Dr, $100/day fine for inoperative vehicles and site plan violations

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission is holding a work session to discuss two items: a request to schedule a closed-door session for pending litigation (Nguyen v City of Largo) and a presentation on the Seminole Boulevard Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4) project, which includes safety recommendations for the corridor between Ulmerton Road and 8th Ave SW. The litigation item requires a consensus vote; the safety project is for presentation only.

• Request for closed-door session on Nov 19 at 5 PM to discuss Nguyen v City of Largo
• Seminole Boulevard SS4 project update with safety recommendations from Fehr & Peers
• Project corridor: Seminole Boulevard between Ulmerton Road and 8th Ave SW
• Grant funded by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, resolution adopted Aug 2, 2022

Special City Commission

The Largo City Commission is considering approving a $3,154,490 amendment to its disaster debris removal contract with DRC Emergency Services, LLC. The amendment raises rates for debris collection and removal services in response to the high demand and increased market costs following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The new rates are temporary, expiring April 1, 2025, and are intended to help the city meet FEMA's 90-day deadline for full reimbursement.

• Approval of first amendment to disaster debris removal agreement with DRC Emergency Services, LLC for $3,154,490
• New rates include $14.98 per cubic yard for loading and hauling vegetative debris
• Rates effective only until April 1, 2025
• City estimates over 200,000 cubic yards of debris from the hurricanes
• Rate increase is to ensure FEMA 100% reimbursement within 90 days

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo Commission work session includes a request to hold a closed-door session on Nov. 19 to discuss pending litigation, requiring consensus support. An update on the Seminole Boulevard Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4) project will be presented. Board and committee reports will be given by various commissioners and the mayor. No action items are listed.

• Request for closed door session at 5:00 PM on Nov. 19 to discuss pending litigation
• Seminole Boulevard Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4) project update
• Board/committee reports from Pinellas Continuum of Care, Forward Pinellas, Suncoast League of Cities, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, Area Agency on Aging

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission is meeting to consider a single legislative matter: approval of the first amendment to an agreement for disaster debris collection and removal services under the Pinellas County cooperative contract. The item was approved by a 7-0 vote.

• Approval of first amendment to disaster debris collection and removal services agreement
• Contract amount: $3,154,490
• Part of Pinellas County Cooperative Contract RFP No. 22-617-P(AJM)
• Approved 7-0

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a Class II conditional use request to convert the existing Midway Manor assisted living facility at 1754 Ensley Avenue into a 50-bed inpatient and outpatient substance abuse and mental health treatment center operated by Banyan Treatment Centers. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes no other substantive items beyond these two actions.

• Conditional use CU-24-0004 for 1754 Ensley Avenue: convert assisted living facility to 50-bed rehab center
• Applicant: Harb Enterprises LLC, represented by Travis Moore Hearne
• Existing 16,744 sq ft building; no new construction proposed
• Facility would operate 24/7; parking remains at 20 spaces
• Approval of October 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on 17 code enforcement cases, including first orders, second orders, and a request to reduce a $84,450 fine. The board will also consider minutes from July and August meetings and discuss upcoming meeting schedules and Hurricane Helene involvement.

• Fine reduction request for $84,450 (CE2021-00290) at 1318 5th Terr NW
• Repeat violation fine of $3,000 due at 8051 Ulmerton Rd (CE2024-00790)
• Second order for $2,800 in fines at 1507 10th St NW (CE2023-01362)
• First orders for building without permits at 1254 8th Ave NE, 613 1st Ave NE, 795 Corvette Dr, 1251 7th Ave NE
• Weed and debris violations at 401 and 405 8th Ave NE (Coastal Line Homes LLC)

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will discuss department focus groups/surveys, storm response and impact, and the holiday light plan. The agenda also includes approval of the September 23, 2024 minutes and project updates.

• Approval of September 23, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of department focus groups/surveys
• RPA storm response and impact discussion
• Holiday light plan discussion
• Project updates

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will hear presentations on the Advantage Alternate 19 Investment Corridor Strategy, the West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District, and the expansion of the Clearwater Largo Road Community Redevelopment District. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the September 30, 2024 meeting. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a three-minute speaking limit.

• Presentation on Advantage Alternate 19 Investment Corridor Strategy
• Update on West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District
• Update on expansion of Clearwater Largo Road Community Redevelopment District
• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2024 meeting

Canceled -Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board meeting scheduled for October 28, 2024, is canceled. The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will meet at 6:00 pm instead. The next joint CRAAB/CDAB meeting is December 9, 2024; there will be no meeting in November.

• Meeting canceled
• Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board to meet at 6:00 pm
• Next joint CRAAB/CDAB meeting December 9, 2024
• No meeting in November

Library Advocacy Board

The Library Advocacy Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear guest speakers including the city manager and borrower services manager, receive a library director report, and get updates from the Friends of the Largo Library and the Greater Largo Library Foundation. The agenda is largely informational with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024
• Guest speaker: John Curp, City Manager
• Guest speaker: Aileen Valdes, Borrower Services Manager
• Library Director Report
• Updates from Friends of the Largo Library and Greater Largo Library Foundation

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to consider several administrative and financial items, including resolutions to reduce or waive permit fees in response to Hurricane Helene and Milton, and a first reading of an ordinance updating team member employment guidelines. The consent docket includes multiple equipment purchases and contract approvals, such as five replacement front loaders for $2,133,690 and new fire rescue vehicles for $1,678,800. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a development agreement amendment for properties on West Bay Drive and a staff update on the city's storm response.

• Resolution Nos. 2408-2410: Reduce/waive permit fees for Hurricane Helene damage
• Resolution Nos. 2411-2413: Reduce/waive permit fees for Hurricane Milton damage
• Purchase five replacement front loaders for Public Works Solid Waste from Florida Kenworth, $2,133,690
• Purchase new fire rescue vehicles from Alan Jay Fleet Sales and Ten8 Fire Equipment, $1,678,800
• First Amendment to Development Agreement for 500-600 West Bay Drive (DA21-002)

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket including over $5 million in equipment purchases, several fee waivers and reductions for hurricane damage, a state of local emergency, and a moratorium on temporary event fees for November. They also denied a development agreement amendment for the 500-600 blocks of West Bay Drive and approved first reading of an ordinance updating team member employment guidelines.

• Approved purchase of five replacement front loaders for Solid Waste from Florida Kenworth, $2,133,690
• Approved purchase of new fire rescue vehicles from Alan Jay Fleet Sales and Ten8 Fire Equipment, $1,678,800
• Approved resolutions reducing or waiving permit fees in response to Hurricane Helene and Milton damage
• Approved Resolution 2414 declaring a state of local emergency
• Denied first amendment to development agreement for 500-600 West Bay Drive

Canceled Special Magistrate

The Municipal Special Magistrate hearing scheduled for October 10, 2024, is canceled because of Hurricane Milton. The agenda includes approval of minutes from August 8, 2024, and notes that no cases are on the consent docket or reduction requests. The next hearing is set for November 14, 2024.

• Hearing canceled due to Hurricane Milton
• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2024
• No cases on consent docket or reduction requests
• Next hearing scheduled for November 14, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will hear a presentation on the 2024-2025 Senior Housing Community Action Plan from the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, which outlines strategies to address senior affordable housing and homelessness. The commission will also discuss whether to update the city's short-term vacation rental ordinance to reflect current practices and add registration and renewal fees, potentially funding a dedicated inspection officer. Board and committee reports will be given, and commissioners may raise other items.

• Senior Housing Action Plan presentation (Agenda Memo #24-404)
• Short-term vacation rentals discussion: possible ordinance update and registration/renewal fees (Agenda Memo #24-450)
• Over 350 STVR cases handled since FY 2020; DBPR lists over 600 STVRs with Largo addresses; Partners for Economic Solutions estimated nearly 1,000 STVRs in city limits
• Current STVR ordinance (Section 15.18) requires life/safety compliance, occupancy limits, parking, and designated responsible party
• Board/committee reports from Forward Pinellas, Pinellas Continuum of Care, Suncoast League of Cities, PSTA, and Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a comprehensive amendment to the City's Development Code, known as the Housing for All Initiative, which aims to expand housing options and address affordability. The board will also discuss election information and its own rules of procedure. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public hearing on CDCA24-007 (Ordinance No. 2025-01) to amend the Comprehensive Development Code for the Housing for All Initiative
• Proposal to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) city-wide on residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties
• Creation of new 'small-type' and 'medium-type' housing categories (duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, cottage courts)
• Presentation on 'What's on the Largo Ballot: A Local Election Overview and QA'
• Discussion of Planning Board Rules of Procedure with Attorney Daiker

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve a consent docket with numerous infrastructure and service contracts, including over $8 million in sewer, road, and rehabilitation work, plus a $177,700 mental health services contract. They will also hold public hearings on a transfer of development rights for Waterchase Apartments and a residential lot donation for affordable housing. Legislative matters include authorizing borrowing for the Horizon City Hall project and first readings on alcohol sales location and distance separation ordinance changes.

• Resolution 2402: Waterchase Apartments transfer of development rights
• Ordinance 2025-02: Residential lot donation for affordable housing at 304 4th Ave SW
• Resolution 2399: Authorizing borrowing for Horizon City Hall capital project
• Award of $3,252,100 for sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, and stormwater repair (Bid 24-B-804)
• Award of $1,790,100 for pavement and roadway infrastructure rehabilitation (Bid 24-B-805)

Audit Committee

The Largo Audit Committee will meet to review the city's progress on prior audit findings, discuss changes from the previous year, and consider new regulatory or accounting standards. They will also discuss the audit scope and plan, and set the frequency of future meetings. The agenda includes approval of the March 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Review of Finance Department actions on prior audit findings
• Discussion of new regulatory changes and accounting standards
• Review of audit scope and plan
• Approval of March 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved a consent docket with over $8 million in contracts for sewer, road, and park projects, plus a waiver of permit fees for storm-related repairs due to Hurricane Helene. They also adopted ordinances on affordable housing and alcohol regulations, and authorized borrowing for the Horizon City Hall project. Two commissioners were absent.

• Approved $3,252,100 for sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, and stormwater repair (Bid 24-B-804)
• Approved $1,802,100 for manhole rehabilitation services (Bid 24-B-775)
• Approved $1,790,100 for pavement and roadway rehabilitation (Bid 24-B-805)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-02 donating residential lot at 304 4th Ave SW for affordable housing
• Waived permit fees for repairs due to Hurricane Helene damage

Canceled - Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board meeting scheduled for September 30, 2024, is canceled. A Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board meeting will take place at 6:00 p.m. instead. The next joint CDAB/CRAAB meeting is set for October 28, 2024.

• Meeting canceled
• CRAAB meeting at 6:00 p.m. in Community Room
• Next joint CDAB/CRAAB meeting October 28, 2024

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board will hear presentations on the FY2025 West Bay Drive CRA budget, the 506 West Townhomes alternate development standards, and a local election overview. The board will also consider approving the agenda and minutes from June 24, 2024. The meeting is informational, with no formal votes scheduled on the main items.

• FY2025 West Bay Drive CRA budget: $4,033,900 in operating expenditures, ending fund balance $1,676,200
• 506 West Townhomes: 7 single-family townhomes at 501 Evie Lane, alternate development standards for reduced pedestrian zone
• Election overview: Nov 5 ballot includes sale of 14 acres at 201 Highland Avenue North for mixed-use development
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2024
• Group photo for annual report

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The September 26, 2024, meeting of the Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board has been canceled because of Hurricane Helene. The agenda included several code enforcement cases, including second orders, a fine reduction request, and first orders for properties with violations.

• CE2024-00465: Revocable Family Trust LLC, 725 16th Ave NW, Clearwater – non-compliance, daily fine $250
• CE2023-01362: Michael M LePak, 1507 10th St NW, Largo – fines due $2,800 for 14 days at $200/day
• CE2021-00290: Anthony Ferraro II / Amber Weinzierl, 1318 5th Terr NW – fine reduction request, $84,450 due
• CE2024-00337: Charles N Davis, 3063 Clifton Ter – first order for weeds, debris, inoperative vehicles
• CE2024-00808: Rogue Investment Properties LLC, 613 1st Ave NE – first order for building without permits

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board will discuss a downtown event plan and entertainment district, receive project updates on the Southwest Pool, train storage building, CPPAC, McGough Boardwalk, and LCP restrooms, and consider confirmation of accreditation. The agenda also includes approval of July 2024 minutes and upcoming October events.

• Downtown Event Plan and Downtown Entertainment District presentation by Kara Piehl
• Southwest Pool Project Update
• Train Storage Building Update
• CPPAC Project Update
• McGough Boardwalk Update

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will consider approving its 2024 report, which recommends changes to city policies to encourage affordable housing production, including expedited permitting, impact fee waivers, and flexible densities. The report will then go to the City Commission for direction. The committee will also get an update on the new Largo Civic Access Portal permitting software.

• Approval of 2024 Affordable Housing Advisory Report with recommendations on 11 incentive categories
• New recommendation: post how-to video for permit applications on city website by Q1 2025
• Update on Largo Civic Access Portal, new permitting and site plan software that went live July 2024
• Prior recommendation to waive parkland impact fees for affordable housing units is implemented
• Review of fee waivers from other jurisdictions ongoing via Advantage Pinellas toolkit

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold public hearings to set the property tax rate and adopt the final budget for Fiscal Year 2025, along with an amendment to the current year's budget. The consent docket includes routine items such as appointments, a mutual aid agreement renewal, and software purchases. Ceremonial items include proclamations and recognitions.

• Ordinance No. 2024-54: Second reading to establish the FY 2025 property tax rate
• Resolution No. 2406: Adopting the final FY 2025 budget
• Ordinance No. 2024-53: Amending FY 2024 budget by $201,900
• Software purchase from American Data Group for $53,000 (cloud hosting, online bill pay, solid waste billing)
• Resolution No. CRA-2024-02: Adopting West Bay Drive CRA FY 2025 budget

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission voted to adopt the FY 2025 property tax rate and final budget, with one commissioner voting against. They also approved a mid-year budget amendment, several consent items, and a community redevelopment district budget. The meeting included ceremonial items and a request to explore a Brownfield grant.

• Ordinance No. 2024-54: FY 2025 property tax rate adopted 6-1 (Smith nay)
• Resolution No. 2406: FY 2025 final budget approved 6-1 (Smith nay)
• Ordinance No. 2024-53: FY 2024 budget amended by $201,900 for operating, capital, personnel needs
• Resolution No. CRA-2024-02: West Bay Drive CRA FY 2025 budget approved
• Software purchase from American Data Group for $53,000 (cloud hosting, online bill pay, solid waste billing)

Canceled Special Magistrate

This meeting agenda is procedural boilerplate: the September 12, 2024 Special Magistrate hearing in Largo, FL is canceled. No cases, public hearings, or other business will be heard. The next Special Magistrate hearing is scheduled for October 10, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. in the Commission Chambers.

• September 12, 2024 Special Magistrate hearing canceled
• Next Special Magistrate hearing: October 10, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. in Commission Chambers

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will discuss whether to renew the city's contract with the Weidner Law Firm for its code enforcement foreclosure program, which is set to expire in December 2024. The program has recovered over $1.5 million in outstanding liens since 2018, with net proceeds of about $956,000 going to the General Fund. The commission is being asked for direction on the renewal.

• Contract renewal with Weidner Law Firm for code enforcement foreclosure program
• $1,556,204.82 in outstanding liens recovered since 2018
• $482,197.07 in attorney's fees deducted
• $956,354.06 contributed to General Fund
• Angel Fund established in 2021 with over $100,000 used to correct violations

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo Commission will discuss renewing the Code Enforcement Foreclosure Program contract and receive reports from various boards. They will also consider requests to explore other law firms for foreclosure work and to map properties involved in foreclosure auctions.

• Consensus to support contract renewal for Code Enforcement Foreclosure Program
• Request to check if other law firms besides Weidner Law Firm can do code enforcement foreclosure work
• Request to map 15 properties sold at foreclosure auction and 36 cases sent to Weidner Law Firm

Planning Board

The Largo Planning Board will hold public hearings on five items: a conditional use for a car wash at 9475 Ulmerton Road, a conditional use for a church, a transfer of development rights for Waterchase Apartments, a future land use map amendment, and a code amendment on alcohol distance separation standards. The board will also consider minutes from the August 1, 2024 meeting.

• CU-24-0001: Sunshine Car Wash, 9475 Ulmerton Road, conditional use for site improvements including 8 vacuum spaces and self-service kiosks
• CU-24-0002: ICOT Church, religious institution conditional use in IL district
• TDR24-001: Waterchase Apartments transfer of development rights
• FLUM24-002 (Ordinance No. 2024-44): Future Land Use Map amendment
• CDCA24-005 (Ordinance No. 2024-43): Alcohol distance separation standards and regulations

City Commission

The Largo City Commission will hold public hearings to set the FY 2025 property tax rate and adopt a tentative budget, and will consider a development agreement for properties on Cleveland Avenue SW. The consent docket includes contracts for police training, school resource officers, design services, and equipment purchases, including a $895,000 fuel tank installation. The agenda is largely routine administrative and financial matters, with no major policy debates.

• Ordinance No. 2024-54: First reading to establish FY 2025 property tax rate
• Resolution No. 2405: Adopting tentative FY 2025 budget
• Contract with Institute of Police Technology and Management for $31,160.98
• Award to E.J. Ward, Inc. for two above-ground fuel tanks at $895,000
• Emergency spending up to $841,423 for Damrosch Street wastewater pipe repair

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved the FY 2025 tentative budget and property tax rate, along with a consent docket of administrative items including contracts and purchases. They also adopted ordinances amending the comprehensive plan and code, and approved a development agreement and collective bargaining agreement. Several items were approved with dissenting votes, and a public hearing for a residential lot donation is scheduled for October 1.

• Ordinance No. 2024-54: First reading establishing FY 2025 property tax rate (approved 6-1)
• Resolution No. 2405: Adopting tentative FY 2025 budget (approved 6-1)
• Contract with Institute of Police Technology and Management for $31,160.98
• RFQ-24-Q-798: 800 4th Street NW green space design services for $68,938.34
• Emergency wastewater pipe repair on Damrosch Street up to $841,423

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on code violations, including first-order cases for properties with unpermitted work, short-term rental safety issues, inoperative vehicles, and excessive weeds. The board will also consider consent docket items where owners have complied, and second orders for non-compliance with potential daily fines.

• First-order case CE2024-00505: short-term vacation rental safety violations at 507 Shore Dr
• First-order case CE2024-00790: repeat violation for inoperative vehicles and property maintenance at 8051 Ulmerton Rd
• Second-order case CE2023-01823: non-compliance for building without permits at 1254 8th Ave NE, daily fine $100
• Consent docket: 6 cases with no fines due, including CE2023-01844 at 605/607 13th Ave NW
• First-order case CE2024-00144: multiple violations including unpermitted storage building at 704 4th Ave NW

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will hear a presentation on the structure and responsibilities of the Environmental Services Department, including Environmental Control, Treatment, Collections, Reclaimed Water, and Administration, plus energy upgrades. The board will also consider approving the agenda and minutes from the July 29, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation on Environmental Services Department structure and responsibilities
• Energy upgrades discussion
• Approval of July 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Board Retreat

This is a retreat-style meeting with no votes or public hearings. The Planning Board will receive presentations on countywide planning efforts, an overview of the Planning Division, and a session on Sunshine Law and public records, followed by open discussion.

• Presentation: Countywide Planning Efforts
• Presentation: Planning Division 101
• Presentation: Sunshine Law and Public Records

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review and make recommendations on a range of affordable housing incentives, including development near transportation hubs, parking and setback requirements, impact fees, infrastructure capacity, accessory dwelling units, and street requirements. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting and the current agenda.

• Review of affordable housing incentives including support for development near transportation hubs
• Discussion of parking and setback requirements
• Consideration of modification of impact fees
• Discussion of reservation of infrastructure capacity
• Review of affordable accessory residential dwelling units and modification of street requirements

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to approve a consent docket of routine items, including contracts, reappointments, and a resolution waiving permit fees after Tropical Storm Debby. They will also hold public hearings on a zoning code amendment consolidating office use types and a development agreement amendment for properties on West Bay Drive. The commission will consider a $201,900 budget amendment and a joint use agreement for High Point Park.

• Award of Contract No. 24-B-800 for Clearwater-Largo Road BMP Projects Phase I to Timm Group for $722,557
• Ordinance No. 2024-45 (second reading) to consolidate professional, general, and government office use types
• Ordinance No. 2024-53 (first reading) amending FY 2024 budget by $201,900
• Resolution No. 2404 waiving certain permit fees due to Tropical Storm Debby damage
• Authorization to purchase two 132-ton chillers for Highland Recreation Facility for $314,300

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission met on August 20, 2024, and approved a consent docket including contracts, reappointments, and a resolution waiving permit fees after Tropical Storm Debby. They adopted an ordinance consolidating office use types, approved a joint use agreement for High Point Park, and continued a development agreement for West Bay Drive to October 15. The meeting also included a first reading of a budget amendment and a housing grant recommendation.

• Approved $722,557 contract for Clearwater-Largo Road BMP Projects Phase I
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-45 consolidating office use types (6-1)
• Approved $201,900 FY 2024 budget amendment (first reading)
• Approved joint use agreement for High Point Park with school and county
• Continued DA21-002 development agreement for 500-600 West Bay Drive to Oct 15

Library Advocacy Board

The Library Advocacy Board is meeting to discuss routine matters including approval of previous minutes, statistical reports, and updates from the Friends of the Largo Library and Greater Largo Library Foundation. They will also review a summer services report and the FY 2025 budget. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from regular meeting
• Statistical reports from Library Director
• Update from Friends of the Largo Library
• Update from Greater Largo Library Foundation
• Summer Services Report and Budget FY 2025

Commission Work Session

The Largo City Commission will discuss the FY 2025 budget, including proposed changes and the millage rate, and will receive a leasing update on retail spaces at Horizon West Bay. The Finance Advisory Board has recommended supporting the proposed budget, utility rate increases, and a millage rate of 5.5200 mills. Staff is seeking direction on final expenditure changes and the tax rate before the first public hearing on September 3, 2024.

• FY 2025 budget reconciliation includes $5,174,600 in expenditures, with $1,124,500 in the General Fund
• Proposed millage rate of 5.5200 mills; alternatives range from 5.1897 (rolled-back) to 6.0335 (maximum)
• Funding for a fully electric police pursuit vehicle and updates to police and fire vehicle replacement schedules
• Rebudgeting for capital projects including Valencia Dr neighborhood streets and Largo Central Train Shed
• Horizon West Bay retail leasing update by Colliers International; agreement expires May 3, 2025

Commission Work Session Directive

The Largo City Commission held a work session to discuss several items, including an update on the Horizon Leasing project, the FY 2025 budget, and a city-wide strategic plan. The commission reached consensus to make no additional changes to the budget and support the 5.52 millage rate, and also expressed support for the strategic plan update. The agenda included reports from various boards and committees, but no action items were listed.

• Horizon Leasing update presented by Colliers International
• FY 2025 budget direction: consensus to support 5.52 millage rate
• City-wide Strategic Plan update: consensus to support project overview
• Reports from Pinellas Continuum of Care, Forward Pinellas, Suncoast League of Cities, and other boards

Special Magistrate

The Largo Municipal Special Magistrate will hold a public hearing on August 8, 2024, to address code enforcement cases. Two properties face daily fines for building without permits, and three other cases are scheduled for first orders or continuations. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no consent docket or reduction requests.

• CE2023-01807: CLR Holdings LLC, 9420 Ulmerton Rd, $100/day fine for building without permits, non-compliant
• CE2024-00058: Daroslinka Holding LLC, 3150 East Bay Dr, $100/day fine for building without permits, non-compliant
• CE2023-01994: Craig Holdings LLC, 1701 S. Belcher Rd, continued from July hearing
• CE2024-00265: Samole & Associates PLLC, 1300 Cove Cay Dr, continued case with multiple CDC violations
• CE2024-00347: 2905 East Bay Drive LLC, 2905 East Bay Dr, inoperative vehicles and site plan review

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a ban on sleeping or lying on rights-of-way and restrictions on temporary shelters, as well as increases to stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste rates. They will also hold a drawing for ballot positions for the November election and discuss the city manager's performance appraisal.

• Ordinance 2024-46 (2nd reading): Regulating sleeping, lying, or reclining on rights-of-way and temporary shelters on city property
• Ordinance 2024-60 (2nd reading): Increasing stormwater utility fees per ERU
• Ordinance 2024-61 (2nd reading): Increasing certain wastewater rates
• Ordinance 2024-62 (2nd reading): Revising solid waste rates
• Contract awards: $316,600 for Ashbrook Belt Filter Press Rehabilitation; $120,000 for vehicle repairs; $540,000 for tires; $66,795 for Central Park Performing Arts Center ceiling replacement

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission held its regular meeting on August 6, 2024, adopting several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions included adopting an ordinance regulating sleeping and temporary shelters on public rights-of-way, and increasing stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste rates. The commission also approved a resolution supporting a memorial road designation for Staff Sergeant Matthew Sitton and approved various consent items, including contracts and purchases.

• Ordinance 2024-46: Regulating sleeping, lying, or reclining on rights-of-way and temporary shelters on city property (adopted 7-0)
• Ordinance 2024-60: Stormwater utility fee increase per ERU (adopted 7-0)
• Ordinance 2024-61: Wastewater rate increase (adopted 6-1, Smith nay)
• Ordinance 2024-62: Solid waste rate revisions (adopted 7-0)
• ITB 24-B-808: Ashbrook Belt Filter Press Rehabilitation to Alfa Laval, Inc. for $316,600 total

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on two items: a first amendment to the development agreement for the mixed-use project on the 500 and 600 blocks of West Bay Drive, and a conditional use request for properties at 13701 and 13707 66th Street North. The board will also consider approval of the July 11, 2024 minutes.

• Amendment to DA21-002 adds land at 145 6th Street NW and vacated rights-of-way, increasing site to 2.84 acres and allowing up to 284 dwelling units and ~23,000 sq ft commercial space
• Class II Conditional Use (C2D24-005) for RD Life Sciences at 13701 & 13707 66th Street North
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024 meeting

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will review draft goals for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, a HUD-required document for continued CDBG and HOME funding. Staff will present the goals and seek feedback on whether any critical community needs are missing. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting.

• Review of draft CDBG 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan goals
• Goals include housing, neighborhoods, and supportive services
• Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Finance Advisory Board

The Finance Advisory Board will review the FY 2025 proposed budget and develop recommendations for the City Commission, including property tax rates, utility rates, and strategic budget priorities. They will also consider decision packages and additional funding propositions. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Review of FY 2025 Proposed Budget (Agenda Memo #24-323)
• Discussion of proposed property tax rate and utility rate recommendations
• Consideration of strategic budget priorities and decision packages
• Approval of prior meeting minutes from April 22, 2024

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Largo Municipal Code Enforcement Board will hold public hearings on nine first-order code violation cases involving properties across the city, covering issues like unpermitted construction, fence violations, and exterior maintenance. The board will also consider a request to reduce a $2,100 fine for a fence violation at 508 Summit St. No consent docket or second-order cases are scheduled.

• Fine reduction request CE2024-00154: $2,100 fine for fence violation at 508 Summit St, Largo
• First order CE2023-01225: building without permits at 908 13th Ave NW
• First order CE2023-01723: mechanical/electrical and permit violations at 706 16th St NW
• First order CE2024-00173: driveway/curb cut design violations at 714 15th Ave NW
• First order CE2024-00174: driveway/curb cut and storage building permit violations at 1500 Clearwater Largo Rd N

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Southwest Pool renovation, the homeless ordinance, fall programming, and the FY25 budget. The agenda also includes approval of the June 24, 2024 minutes and upcoming events for August 2024.

• Southwest Pool renovation update
• Homeless ordinance discussion
• Fall programming plans
• FY25 budget review
• Approval of June 24, 2024 minutes

City Commission Budget Meeting

The Largo City Commission is holding a joint work session with the Finance Advisory Board to review the City Manager's proposed FY 2025 budget. The budget totals $265,982,300 across all funds, including $119,771,000 for the General Fund. The commission will discuss strategic investments, revenue changes, and provide direction on tax and utility rates. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a review and discussion session.

• Proposed FY 2025 budget: $265,982,300 total expenditures, $119,771,000 General Fund
• Proposed millage rate of 5.5200 mills, same as prior year, generating $2.9M additional property tax revenue
• 15% wastewater rate increase, 20% stormwater rate increase, 20% solid waste rate increase proposed
• Capital projects include Stratford Drive and East Rosery Road paving, Largo Police Department building, Largo Public Library, and wastewater treatment plant improvements
• No additional positions added; salary increases based on regional compensation study

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review and make recommendations on affordable housing incentives, including flexible densities, flexible lot configurations, and support for development near transportation hubs. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and the current agenda.

• Review of affordable housing incentives: flexible densities
• Review of flexible lot configurations
• Support of development near transportation hubs
• Approval of minutes from June 19, 2024

City Commission

The Largo City Commission is meeting to act on a wide-ranging agenda that includes setting the proposed FY 2025 property tax rate, approving a $24 million borrowing ordinance, and advancing first readings of stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste fee increases. The consent docket includes several large contracts, a lawsuit settlement, and emergency wastewater pipe spending. Public hearings cover a CDBG action plan, a land use map amendment, a sleeping/encampment ordinance, annexations, and a referendum on selling City Hall.

• Ordinance 2024-59: borrow up to $24,000,000 for capital projects
• Proposed property tax rate for FY 2025 and first budget hearing date
• First readings: stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste rate increases
• Settlement of Alexander Nottke v. City of Largo for $115,000
• Emergency Belcher Road wastewater pipe replacement up to $1,020,251

City Commission Directive

The Largo City Commission approved several major items, including setting a proposed property tax rate of 6.0335 mills for FY 2025, authorizing up to $24 million in borrowing, and advancing first readings of ordinances to increase stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste rates. The commission also adopted ordinances on annexations, a city hall sale referendum, and a land use change, while continuing a vote on a sleeping/lying ordinance.

• Approved proposed FY 2025 property tax rate of 6.0335 mills (6-1, Smith nay)
• Authorized borrowing up to $24,000,000 for capital expenditures (7-0)
• First reading approved for stormwater, wastewater (15% uniform), and solid waste rate increases
• Adopted ordinance calling referendum on sale of current City Hall (6-1, Smith nay)
• Approved $1,020,251 emergency spending for Belcher Road wastewater pipe replacement

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate is reviewing various code enforcement cases involving building permits, signage, and property maintenance. The body is issuing first orders and determining fines for non-compliant properties.

• First Order: Dimensional LLC (3395 East Bay Dr.) ordered to pay $100 per day starting Oct. 11, 2024, for building without permits
• First Order: Megdal Largo LLC (4001 East Bay Dr.) ordered to pay $75 per day for abandoned signage
• First Order: CLR Holdings LLC (9420 Ulmerton Rd.) ordered to pay $100 per day for unpermitted curbing
• First Order: Daroslinka Holding LLC (3150 East Bay Dr.) ordered to pay $100 per day for unpermitted sheathing and debris
• Fine Reduction: Sabala Plaza LLC (14100 Walsingham Rd.) applied for reduction of a $6,600.00 fine

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding two conditional use requests for facility expansions. The board will also review the minutes from the June 6, 2024, meeting.

• C2D24-003: Expansion of an 18-bed inpatient medical withdrawal management facility at 405 7th Ave SW
• C2D24-004: Lake House Assisted Living Facility expansion
• Approval of June 6, 2024, Planning Board minutes

Commission Work Session

The Commission will receive a recap of the 2024 Florida Legislative session and its impact on local laws. Staff will also present a mural design for the Horizon West Bay project and discuss a proposed pilot Entertainment District.

• 2024 Legislative Recap: updates on sovereign immunity, municipal utilities, and building permits
• Horizon West Bay Mural Design: presentation of a 2,500-square-foot mural concept
• Proposed Entertainment District: discussion of regulations for outdoor alcohol and noise at Horizon West Bay
• SB1084: impact of state law rendering Largo's EV-ready ordinance unenforceable
• HB5001: update on Largo's $640,000 SHIP affordable housing allocation

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a referendum regarding the sale of the current City Hall. The agenda also includes several large-scale infrastructure contracts for lift station mitigation and aquatic center redesign.

• Referendum for the sale of the current City Hall (Ordinance No. 2024-57)
• Lift Station 26 flood plain mitigation contract for $5,952,232.80
• Lift Station 19 flood plain mitigation contract for $3,876,748.90
• Southwest Recreation Aquatic Center redesign contract for $5,715,685
• Affordable housing density bonus agreement for 621 Stremma Road

City Commission Directive

The City Commission approved several large-scale construction contracts for lift station mitigation and an aquatic center redesign. The Commission also addressed land use amendments and an affordable housing density bonus agreement.

• Awarded $5,952,232.80 to RTD Construction, Inc. for Lift Station 26 flood plain mitigation
• Awarded $3,876,748.90 to RTD Construction, Inc. for Lift Station 19 flood plain mitigation
• Approved $5,715,685 total for the Southwest Recreation Aquatic Center Redesign Project
• Approved affordable housing density bonus agreement for 621 Stremma Road
• Approved land use amendment for 3950 East Bay Drive to Commercial General

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Board will review several first-order cases regarding building without permits and property maintenance. It will also consider affidavits of compliance for previously cited properties.

• First order hearing for building without permits at 1254 8th Ave NE
• First order hearing for building without permits at 1507 10th St NW
• First order hearing for building without permits at 1622 S Highland Ave
• First order hearing for building without permits at 524 Rosery Rd NW
• First order hearing for fence and permit violations at 1200 7th St NW

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review a Housing Infill Grant application for the Largo Vista Apartments and discuss a proposed Restaurant and Food Services Grant Program. Additionally, the board will review a proposal for an entertainment district in Horizon West Bay.

• Housing Infill Grant for Largo Vista Apartments (up to $250,000)
• Proposed Restaurant and Food Services Grant Program
• Proposed Entertainment District for Horizon West Bay
• Largo Vista Apartments 79-unit multifamily project at 263 1st Street NW

Community Development Advisory Board

The board will receive an update on The Station, a proposed 26,277 square foot mixed-use office, retail, and restaurant building. The project utilizes an alternate development process to modify certain design standards like pedestrian zone width and landscaping requirements.

• Update on The Station mixed-use project (SPR123-011)
• Proposed 26,277 square foot building at 280 West Bay Drive
• Discussion of alternate development process for urban design flexibility
• Follow-up on historic properties discussion

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board discussed ongoing facility renovations and upcoming accreditation reviews. The board also reviewed proposed ordinances regarding public sleeping and requirements for public feeding events.

• Southwest Pool renovation project with a $5 million budget
• $800,000 renovation for the Train Storage Facility
• Proposed ordinance regulating sleeping or reclining in rights-of-way
• Proposed permit requirements for public feeding events
• Largo Central Park restroom pre-fab building project

Library Advocacy Board

The board will review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025 with Aidin Critchlow. The meeting also includes a review of monthly reports from April through May 2024.

• FY 2025 Proposed Budget Review
• April - May 2024 Monthly Reports
• Friends and Foundation update (time permitting)

Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet to select a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review and make recommendations regarding affordable housing incentives, including expedited permitting and a public land inventory.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of expedited permitting processes
• Review of public land inventory

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several legislative matters, including a $1.25 million loan for affordable apartments and new ordinances regulating outdoor social services and sleeping on rights-of-way. The meeting also includes public hearings on code amendments and a development agreement for Haines Bayshore Road.

• Resolution No. 2400: Florida Water Quality Improvement Grant application up to $12,250,000
• Development Agreement for property at 2565 Haines Bayshore Road
• Proposed $1,250,000 HOME loan for 84 affordable apartments at Cypress Grove Apartments, LLC
• Ordinance 2024-46: Regulating sleeping, lying, or reclining on rights-of-way
• Ordinance 2024-47: Regulating outdoor social service events

City Commission Directive

The City Commission reviewed several ordinances regarding land use, wireless facilities, and rights-of-way. The body also approved various contracts, development agreements, and funding allocations for infrastructure and housing.

• Resolution No. 2400: Application for Florida Water Quality Improvement Grant up to $12,250,000
• Ordinance No. 2024-34: Amendments to accessory structure and storage building standards
• Development Agreement for 2565 Haines Bayshore Road approved 6-1
• Loan increase of $250,000 to Cypress Grove Apartments, LLC for 84 affordable apartments
• Ordinance No. 2024-59: Authorization to borrow up to $24,000,000 for capital expenditures

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate is reviewing several code enforcement cases involving unpermitted construction, abandoned signs, and improper land use. The meeting includes hearings for first-time violations and non-compliance issues regarding property standards.

• Non-compliance hearing for Megdal Largo LLC at 4001 East Bay Dr regarding abandoned signs
• First order for Dimensional LLC at 3395 East Bay Dr for building without permits
• First order for CLR Holdings LLC at 9420 Ulmerton Rd for building without permits
• Continued hearing for Samole & Associates PLLC at 1300 Cove Cay Dr regarding site plan and plumbing violations
• First order for Daroslinka Holding LLC at 3150 East Bay Dr for excessive weeds and debris

Commission Work Session

The Commission will receive a presentation on the Advantage Pinellas Investment Corridor Transition Plan regarding transit station concepts and West Bay Drive updates. Staff will also provide a briefing on the financial structure and supplemental funding needs for the Horizon project.

• Presentation on Advantage Pinellas Investment Corridor Transition Plan
• Proposed re-evaluation of the West Bay Drive Community Redevelopment District Plan 2009
• Horizon Project supplemental funding and borrowing briefing
• Review of Horizon project procurement groups and retail tenant cost reimbursement

Commission Work Session Directive

The Commission reached a consensus to move forward with proposed supplemental funding and borrowing for the Horizon Project. The session also included a presentation regarding the Advantage Pinellas Investment Corridor Transition Plan.

• Consensus to move forward with Horizon Project supplemental funding/borrowing
• Presentation on Forward Pinellas' Advantage Pinellas Investment Corridor Transition Plan

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider consolidating various office use types into a single category. The meeting also includes discussions on development agreements and future land use map amendments for specific properties.

• Consolidation of Professional, General, and Governmental Office uses into one category
• Development Agreement for 2565 Haines Bayshore Road (QB Ventures, Inc.)
• Future Land Use Map Amendment for 2565 Haines Bayshore Road
• Future Land Use Map Amendment for 3950 East Bay Drive
• Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment regarding sanitary sewer subelements

Youth Leadership Council

The Youth Leadership Council is reviewing a proposal to expand the Clearwater-Largo Road Community Redevelopment District. The Economic Development Division is seeking feedback on establishing a Tax Increment Fund for infrastructure, transportation, and grant programs. The council will also discuss a mental health event.

• Clearwater-Largo Road CRD expansion feedback
• Establishment of a Tax Increment Fund for infrastructure and transportation
• Mental Health Event discussion

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a referendum to authorize the sale of the current City Hall. The meeting also includes discussions on affordable housing density bonuses and various municipal contracts and budget amendments.

• Referendum for the sale of current City Hall (Ordinance No. 2024-57)
• Development agreement and density bonus for Largo Vista Apartments at 263 1st Street NW
• Budget amendment of $208,800 for various operating and capital needs
• One-year extension for sulfuric acid purchase from Hawkins, Inc. ($450,000)
• Relocation of reclaimed water main at Whitney Road - Wolford Road intersection ($179,296.78)

City Commission Directive

The City Commission adopted a $208,800 budget amendment and approved a referendum to authorize the sale of the current City Hall. The Commission also approved a development agreement and density bonus for Largo Vista Apartments at 263 1st Street NW.

• Adopted $208,800 budget amendment for various operating and capital needs
• Approved referendum to authorize the sale of the current City Hall
• Approved development agreement and density bonus for Largo Vista Apartments at 263 1st Street NW
• Authorized $407,200 for commercial real estate leasing services at Largo City Hall
• Approved sale of city-owned property at 0 7th St NW

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Board will review several code enforcement cases involving property maintenance, short-term rentals, and unpermitted structures. The meeting includes requests for fine reductions and the processing of affidavits of compliance.

• Fine reduction request for 3296 Harbor Lake Dr regarding short-term rental violations ($2,800.00)
• Fine reduction request for 701 2nd St SE regarding inoperative vehicles ($3,000.00)
• Fine reduction request for 816 10th St SW regarding portable storage containers ($16,000.00)
• Review of unpermitted fence installation at 508 Summit St
• Review of property maintenance and debris violations at 1354 Essex Dr

City Commission

The City Commission will consider adopting the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Program. The meeting also includes first readings of several ordinances regarding wireless communications, utility easements, and development codes.

• Adoption of FY 2025-2029 City of Largo Capital Improvements Program
• Purchase of furnishings from Corporate Interiors, Inc. for $806,324
• Firefighter medical and fitness evaluations via Life Scan Wellness Centers for $94,000
• Flooring Worx Inc. contract for CPPAC flooring estimated at $90,000
• Ordinance regarding wireless communications facilities (First Reading)

City Commission Directive

The City Commission approved the FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvements Program and several legislative ordinances. The meeting also included the approval of various administrative contracts and appointments.

• Adoption of FY 2025 - 2029 City of Largo Capital Improvements Program
• Approval of $806,324 purchase of furnishings from Corporate Interiors, Inc.
• Award of $90,000 contract to Flooring Worx Inc. for CPPAC flooring
• Award of $94,000 to Life Scan Wellness Centers for firefighter medical evaluations
• First reading of ordinances regarding wireless communications and accessory structure standards

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board is reviewing a draft Action Plan for the allocation of federal CDBG funds. The plan focuses on housing, neighborhood improvements, and supportive services for low-to-moderate income residents. The board will provide a recommendation to the City Commission regarding these funding allocations.

• FY 2024-2025 CDBG Action Plan approval recommendation
• Reduction of public services cap from $125,000 to $116,000
• Largo beautification efforts presentation by Keep Pinellas Beautiful
• Draft Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment for sanitary sewer subelement
• Proposed $5,000 General Fund allocation for Pinellas Hope

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The board is reviewing progress on several facility projects, including the Southwest Pool and Largo Central Park restrooms. Members are also preparing for a virtual accreditation visit scheduled for June.

• Southwest Pool renovation project updates
• Largo Central Park restroom pre-fab building project
• CPPAC seating chamber removal and installation
• Duke Energy $20,000 grant for Nature Preserve connection trail
• Nature Park educational signage $20,000 budget

Commission Work Session

The City Commission will review the FY 2023 annual audit and the Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan actuarial report. The session also includes a presentation on the proposed 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Program and an introduction of a new police therapy dog.

• Presentation of FY 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Review of Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan actuarial report
• Proposed FY 2025 - FY 2029 Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
• Introduction of Police Therapy Dog, Pension
• Discussion of $60.7 million unfunded police and fire pension liability

Commission Work Session Directive

The Commission reviewed the annual audit and actuarial reports for police and firefighter pensions. Members also reached a consensus to support the proposed FY 2025 - FY 2029 Capital Improvements Program and proposed rate increases.

• Proposed FY 2025 - FY 2029 Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
• Annual Audit Presentation for fiscal year ended September 30, 2023
• Police Officers' and Firefighters' Pension Plan Actuarial Report
• Discussion of $470,000 catch-up amount in the Police and Fire Retirement Plan

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review several code enforcement cases involving building permits, signage, and land use violations. The body will also accept affidavits of compliance for cases that have resolved their issues and hear first orders for new violations.

• Compliance review for Charter Health LLC at 2874 Roosevelt Blvd
• Non-compliance hearing for Sabala Plaza LLC at 14100 Walsingham Rd with $100 daily fines
• First order for Karlee Properties LLC regarding non-allowable vehicle sales at 1509 Clearwater Largo Rd N
• First order for Samole & Associates PLLC regarding site plan and plumbing violations at 1300 Cove Cay Dr
• First order for Megdal Largo LLC regarding abandoned or damaged signs at 4001 East Bay Dr

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several ordinances, including building code updates and residential annexations. The meeting also includes a consent docket for various infrastructure projects and a budget amendment of $208,800.

• Budget amendment of $208,800 for operating, capital, and personnel needs
• Purchase of Fire Station 39 alerting system for an estimated $118,192
• Rosery Road Complete Streets project engineering services for $358,259.64
• Topographic survey for 112th St N and 126th Ave N for $160,741.21
• ADA improvements for transit stops on Clearwater-Largo Road for $73,500

City Commission Directive

The City Commission approved multiple ordinances regarding building codes, fire prevention, and residential annexations. The Commission also authorized various service contracts for road projects, fire station equipment, and water quality monitoring.

• Purchase of Motorola Solutions fire station alerting system for $118,192
• CDM Smith, Inc. contract for Rosery Road Complete Streets Project at $358,259.64
• GPI Geospatial, Inc. topographic survey for 112th St N and 126th Ave N at $160,741.21
• George F. Young, Inc. design for ADA improvements to Clearwater-Largo Road transit stops at $73,500
• Amendment to FY 2024 Budget in the amount of $208,800

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed several development and code amendment requests. Key actions included approving a conditional use for a pharmacy and a land use change to facilitate light manufacturing redevelopment.

• Approved Class II Conditional Use for MCare Compound Pharmacy at 9225 Ulmerton Road
• Approved Future Land Use Map Amendment for 13707 58th Street North to Industrial Limited
• Proposed amendment to revise accessory structure location and storage building standards
• Proposed amendment to allow board discretion in granting hardship relief requests
• Proposed development agreement for property at 263 1st Street NW

Youth Leadership Council

The Youth Leadership Council is meeting to plan a teen mental health awareness event and prepare for a presentation to the Commission. Members will also discuss a storm drain project.

• Teen Mental Health Awareness Event Planning
• Commission Presentation Preparation
• Storm Drain Project

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Municipal Code Enforcement Board will meet to review compliance affidavits, hear non-compliance reports, and issue first orders for various code violations. The agenda includes discussions on short-term rental regulations, structural maintenance, and property upkeep.

• Compliance review for Novana Global LLC regarding short-term vacation rental safety requirements
• Non-compliance report for Dandy Mac LLC at 1597 Shirley Pl involving exterior wall and roof drainage violations
• First order hearing for Stephen D. Robinson regarding owner/occupant duties
• First order hearing for Vincent D. Zanghi and Lillian Faye Barnes regarding fence and barrier violations
• Code Enforcement Board retreat scheduled for May 30, 2024

Finance Advisory Board

The Board will discuss the FY 2025–2029 Capital Improvement Program across recreation, facilities, mobility, stormwater, and wastewater portfolios. Members will also discuss funding policy changes, specifically regarding wastewater rate increases and restructuring options.

• FY 2025 - FY 2029 Capital Improvement Program project discussions
• Wastewater rate increase and restructuring options discussion
• Review of recreation, facilities, mobility, stormwater, and wastewater projects
• Discussion of proposed revenue and rate changes
• Identification of new, newly funded, or unfunded CIP projects

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board is reviewing updates on several facility projects and upcoming summer programming. The meeting includes discussions on department staffing changes, budget requests for new positions, and a potential $25,000 grant for a new nature trail.

• Southwest Pool renovation bid received and within budget
• Proposed $25,000 Duke Energy grant for a wildflower meadow trail
• Request for new staff positions including Grounds Maintenance and Lifeguards
• CPPAC HVAC installation and seating chamber updates
• Bunny Trail project discussion regarding vacant city property

City Commission Directive

The City Commission reviewed various administrative and consent docket items, including equipment purchases and grant applications. The Commission adopted a budget amendment to add an assistant city manager position and disapproved a cell tower site agreement.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-25 to add an assistant city manager position ($140,000)
• Disapproved Ordinance No. 2024-08 regarding a cell tower site agreement with TVT II, LLC
• Authorized purchase of three replacement front loaders for $1,310,805
• Approved a $322,276.92 HOME program subaward agreement with Pinellas County
• Approved the 8th Edition of the Florida Fire Prevention Code

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several administrative and operational items, including a budget amendment for an Assistant City Manager position. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding a police rifle project and a cell tower site agreement.

• Resolution No. 2393: Urban Area Security Initiative Grant application up to $450,000
• Purchase of three replacement front loaders for $1,310,805
• Purchase of light and heavy-duty tires for $345,000
• Ordinance No. 2024-25: $140,000 budget amendment for one Assistant City Manager position
• Ordinance No. 2024-08: Cell tower site agreement with TVT II, LLC

Canceled -Special Magistrate

The Municipal Special Magistrate meeting scheduled for April 11, 2024, has been canceled. No cases or business will be heard at this time.

Commission Work Session

The Commission is considering options for a referendum to amend the City Charter to allow the sale of the existing City Hall site. They are also reviewing a proposed $226,163,900 Capital Improvements Program for fiscal years 2025 through 2029.

• Referendum regarding the sale and redevelopment of the 201 Highland Avenue City Hall site
• Proposed FY 2025 - FY 2029 Capital Improvements Program totaling $226,163,900
• Penny for Pinellas funding for mobility and stormwater projects
• Potential charter amendment to exempt the City Hall site from property sale referendum requirements

Canceled - Planning Board

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for April 4, 2024, has been canceled. No business will be conducted by the board at this time.

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several legislative matters, including amending the comprehensive development code and land use maps. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a budget amendment to add an Assistant City Manager position.

• Ordinance No. 2024-25: $140,000 budget amendment to add one Assistant City Manager position
• Purchase of two mobile-column lifts from Mohawk Lifts for $155,663.44
• Purchase of VUEWorks Enterprise Asset Management System support for $74,000
• Ordinance No. 2024-24: 13707 58th Street North Future Land Use Map Amendment
• Ordinance Nos. 2024-27 through 2024-32: Annexation of six residential properties

City Commission Directive

The City Commission approved several ordinances regarding building standards, land use, and annexations. A proposal to add an Assistant City Manager position was continued to the next meeting.

• Adoption of Florida Building Code 8th Edition (2023) and engineering standards
• Future Land Use Map Amendment for 13707 58th Street North
• Annexation of six residential properties
• Establishment of election parameters for the November 5, 2024 election
• Purchase of mobile-column lifts for $155,663.44

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Board will hear cases regarding property maintenance, short-term rental violations, and building permit issues. Members will review affidavits of compliance, address non-compliance for existing fines, and issue first orders for new violations.

• Affidavit of non-compliance for 510 6th Ave NW ($250.00 per day fine)
• Affidavit of non-compliance for 816 10th St SW ($250.00 per day fine)
• First order for 3000 Seton Lane regarding short-term vacation rental use
• First order for 14699 Condor Pass regarding pool maintenance and debris

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board will review results from city-wide resident and business surveys funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The board will also consider funding recommendations for 2024-2025 CDBG subrecipient public services and capital projects.

• Presentation of ARPA-funded resident and business community spending surveys
• Approval of 2024-2025 CDBG subrecipient public services and facilities funding
• Discussion regarding the preservation of Largo's historical structures

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board is reviewing updates on the CPPAC and Southwest Pool projects. The meeting also covers new business regarding the Bunny Trail project, budget requests, and department staff changes.

• CPPAC project update regarding train shed plans
• Southwest Pool renovation update and contractor negotiations
• Bunny Trail Project discussion
• FY24 Budget requested positions
• Duke Energy Grant discussion

City Commission Directive

The City Commission reviewed various administrative and legislative items, including land use amendments and contract awards. Key actions included approving the purchase of 17 police interceptors and a funding agreement for Fire Station 39.

• Purchase of 17 police interceptors from Bartow Ford for $959,231.12
• Fire Station 39 funding agreement with Pinellas County up to $1,428,565.68
• HVAC replacement for Central Park Performing Arts Center for $214,988.37
• Horizon furnishing purchase from Corporate Interiors, Inc. for $1,895,688
• Future Land Use Map Amendment for 2841 Roosevelt Boulevard

City Commission

The City Commission will review several consent docket items including major insurance renewals and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding land use amendments and a development agreement for Haines Bayshore Road.

• Purchase of 17 police interceptters for $959,231.12
• HVAC replacement for Central Park Performing Arts Center for $214,988.37
• Property insurance coverage totaling $2,471,662 for 2024-2025
• Fire Station 39 funding agreement of up to $1,428,565.68
• Horizon furnishing purchase for $1,895,688

Commission Work Session

The Commission will review survey results funded by the American Rescue Plan Act to inform future spending priorities. The presentation covers community livability factors, business challenges, and resident feedback. This is a presentation only and no immediate action is requested.

• Presentation of 2023/2024 City-wide Resident and Business Survey results
• Review of community livability factors including economy, safety, and mobility
• Largo Fire Rescue Community Risk Assessment/Standards of Cover presentation

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee discussed progress on the citywide audit and addressed previous findings regarding pension census data and budget transfer errors. Officials also reviewed the impact of new GASB 96 accounting standards on software subscriptions.

• Review of 2021 pension census data testing
• Correction of FY 2023 budget amendment regarding Workday conversion
• Discussion of GASB 96 accounting standards for software subscriptions
• Report on August 2023 wastewater debt borrowing
• Update on interim audit testing for cash, revenue, and payroll

Commission Work Session Directive

The Commission held a work session to review presentations on city-wide resident and business surveys funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. Staff also presented the Largo Fire Rescue Community Risk Assessment/Standards of Cover.

• Presentation of ARPA-funded resident and business survey results
• Presentation of Largo Fire Rescue Community Risk Assessment/Standards of Cover
• Inquiry regarding the cost of the city-wide surveys
• Request for research on other Pinellas communities using the Polco Survey

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a request for a compound pharmacy at 9225 Ulmerton Road and a future land use amendment for 13707 58th Street North. The board will also consider adopting updated Florida Building Codes and city engineering standards.

• Class II Conditional Use for MCare Compound Pharmacy at 9225 Ulmerton Road Suite A & B
• Future Land Use Map Amendment for 13707 58th Street North (Ordinance No. 2024-24)
• Adoption of Florida Building Code 8th Edition and 2023 City Engineering Standards
• FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Study for Pinellas County

Youth Leadership Council

The Youth Leadership Council will meet to discuss planning for community service projects. The agenda contains no other specific business items for this meeting.

• Community Service Project Planning

City Commission

The City Commission will review several consent items, including grant applications and service contracts. The meeting also includes ceremonial proclamations and a first reading of a budget amendment to add an Assistant City Manager position.

• Award of $640,000 to Irwin Seating for a retractable seating chamber at Central Park Performing Arts Center
• Resolution for $500,000 in grant funding for McGough Nature Park Boardwalk reconstruction
• Resolution for up to $100,000 via the Lowe's Hometowns Program
• Ordinance to amend the FY 2024 Administration Department budget by $140,000 for one Assistant City Manager position
• Approval of $71,585 for design services by Kimley-Horn Associates Inc.

City Commission Directive

The City Commission reviewed several grants, contracts, and ordinances. Key actions included adopting a sustainability plan and approving a budget amendment to add an assistant city manager position.

• $640,000 award to Irwin Seating for retractable seating at Central Park Performing Arts Center
• $500,000 grant for McGough Nature Park boardwalk reconstruction
• Up to $100,000 grant application through Lowe's Hometowns Program
• Adoption of the Sustainability and Resilience Action Plan (SRAP)
• $140,000 budget amendment to add one Assistant City Manager position

Finance Advisory Board

The Finance Advisory Board will meet to elect a 2024 Chair and Vice Chair and review the board's establishing resolution and responsibilities. The meeting will also include a recap of the FY 2024 budget process and an information session on Government in the Sunshine laws.

• Election of 2024 Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Board Establishing Resolution and Responsibilities
• Information session on Government in the Sunshine Law
• Recap of FY 2024 Budget Process

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Board will review several cases regarding property code violations, including building without permits and inoperative vehicles. The meeting includes accepting affidavits of compliance, reviewing non-compliance, and considering requests to reduce accumulated fines.

• Affidavit of compliance for 3041 Green Acres Ave regarding tree removal and building permits
• Affidavit of non-compliance for 180 7th Ave SE regarding building without permits
• Fine reduction request for 1600 Loretta Ave NW totaling $2,800.00 plus $72.19 admin fee
• Fine reduction request for 1622 Sunnybrook Ln totaling $2,800.00 plus $80.16 admin fee
• Fine reduction request for 158 4th St NW totaling $7,800.00 plus $83.38 admin fee

Community Development Advisory Board

The Community Development Advisory Board is presenting its 2023 Annual Report for informational purposes. The report reviews past activities regarding housing, sustainability, and sign regulations while outlining the proposed 2024 work plan.

• Review of the 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan
• Overview of the $711 million Live Local Act and its impact on local housing
• Update on the Housing for All 'Missing Middle' initiative
• Review of proposed revisions to Comprehensive Development Code Chapter 12 regarding sign standards
• Presentation of the 2024 work plan including building code and affordable housing projects

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board met to discuss upcoming fee ordinance changes and progress on various facility projects. The board also reviewed results from a recent department-wide user satisfaction survey.

• Discussion of fee ordinance changes regarding non-resident premium charges
• Update on CPPAC renovation including a $150,000 foundation commitment
• Status update on the pool and dive tower project and AARPA funding constraints
• Review of the 2023 Recreation, Parks and Arts Annual Survey results
• Project update regarding site work for the train shed

Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review the final 2023 CRA Annual Report and receive an update on the Clearwater-Largo Road Community Redevelopment District expansion. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new Board Liaison and a presentation on Sunshine Law and Public Records.

• Presentation of the final 2023 CRA Annual Report
• Update on Clearwater-Largo Road CRD Expansion by Kimley-Horn
• Introduction of new Board Liaison, Commissioner Donna Holck
• Review of 2023 financials including $4,227,438 in cash and investments
• Discussion of the $200,000 ARPA funding for the Clearwater-Largo Road CRD plan

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a $2,800,400 budget amendment for various city needs. The agenda also includes a proposed $1,000,000 loan for the construction of 84 affordable apartments at Cypress Grove Apartments, LLC.

• Ordinance No. 2024-12: $2,800,400 budget amendment for personnel and operations
• $1,000,000 HOME funding loan for Cypress Grove Apartments, LLC
• $30,000 purchase of a tactical reconnaissance drone for the Police Department
• $260,615.09 change order for Lift Station 41 flood plain mitigation
• Settlement of lawsuit: Deborah Dauenhauer v. City of Largo

City Commission Directive

The City Commission adopted a $2,800,400 budget amendment for various city needs and approved a $1,000,000 loan for the construction of 84 affordable apartments at Cypress Grove Apartments, LLC. The meeting also included approvals for several consent docket items and a lawsuit settlement.

• $2,800,400 budget amendment for personnel, operating, and capital needs
• $1,000,000 HOME funding loan for 84 affordable apartments at Cypress Grove Apartments, LLC
• $30,000 for a tactical reconnaissance drone for the Police Department
• Settlement of lawsuit: Deborah Dauenhauer v. City of Largo, et al.
• $260,615.09 change order for Lift Station 41 flood plain mitigation

Library Advocacy Board

The Board will review the Library Director's monthly report and discuss the FY 2025 budget timeline and goals. Members will also discuss the PPLC and FLA legislative platform and the launch of the Free to Read campaign in April.

• Approval of October 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• FY 2023 Playbook Report and FY 2024 Playbook Review
• FY 2025 Budget Timeline and Goals discussion
• Free to Read Campaign launch in April
• Notice of April meeting cancellation due to Director medical leave

Commission Work Session

The Commission will review a joint presentation on Florida-friendly and native landscaping for residential and commercial properties. Staff will also present results from a 2023 community survey regarding recreation, parks, and arts services, as well as an economic impact study of the arts.

• Proposed ordinance changes regarding Florida-friendly and native landscaping
• Presentation of the 2023 Recreation, Parks, and Arts Department community survey
• Presentation of the Americans for the Arts Foundation economic impact survey
• Discussion on landscaping practices for city properties

Commission Work Session Directive

The Commission held a work session to review presentations on landscaping, community surveys, and recycling. The session included reports from various regional boards and committees.

• Proposed code changes to Chapter 10 regarding Florida-friendly and native landscaping
• Evaluation of native landscaping incentives for single-family homeowners
• Presentation of Recreation, Parks, and Arts Department Community Survey results
• Presentation of Americans for the Arts Foundation Arts and Economic Impact Survey
• Support for staff recommendations regarding a recycling overview

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for an annual retreat to review progress on strategic goals since 2017. The session includes evaluating the existing strategic plan and providing direction for a new or updated strategic plan process.

• Review of key strategic performance indicators
• Discussion of major organizational and community changes
• Teambuilding with the new City Manager
• Visioning 2030 session
• Evaluation of the existing strategic plan

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate reviewed several code enforcement cases, including a medical office operating without a certificate of occupancy and an illicit wastewater discharge into a stormwater pond. The body issued orders for compliance and potential fines for various property violations.

• Charter Health LLC ordered to correct building violations within 120 days or face $100 daily fines
• East Bay Land Trust case regarding illicit wastewater discharge into a stormwater detention pond
• 9200 49th St LLC affidavit of compliance for exterior structure violations
• Megdal Largo LLC non-compliance regarding accessory structures at 4001 East Bay Dr
• CLR Holdings LLC case not being heard regarding building without permits

Youth Leadership Council

The council will recap the Youth Legislative Action Days Program in Tallahassee and discuss lessons learned regarding community improvement projects. Members will also begin planning projects for Spring 2024 and discuss a Chimney Swift Tower build scheduled for March 3.

• Recap of Youth Legislative Action Days Program in Tallahassee
• Spring 2024 project planning
• Chimney Swift Tower Build on March 3

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a $2.8 million budget amendment for personnel and operating needs. The meeting also includes discussions on roadway improvements, utility easements, and various city ordinances.

• Amending FY 2024 Budget in the amount of $2,800,400
• Settlement of David Misterka v. City of Largo for $87,500
• High Point Community Pride, Inc. subrecipient agreement for $75,000
• Purchase of John Deere 184G Wheel Loader for $87,841.00
• Joint Project Agreement for 127th Avenue North improvements up to $2,000,000

City Commission Directive

The City Commission reviewed several administrative items, including a $2.8 million budget amendment and various equipment purchases. The body also approved multiple ordinances regarding fees, annexations, and employment guidelines.

• Approved $2,800,400 budget amendment for personnel, operating, and capital needs
• Approved $87,500 settlement for David Misterka v. City of Largo
• Authorized $87,841 purchase of a John Deere wheel loader for Parks and Arts
• Approved $75,000 agreement with High Point Community Pride, Inc. for facility improvements
• Approved $676,911.85 for 16th St NW roadway and drainage design

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed several land use requests, including a CrossFit gym and hardship relief applications. The most significant action was the approval of an ordinance to revise landscape buffers and building setbacks for the Tri-City Activity Center and Multimodal Corridor.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-18 to revise landscape buffers and building setbacks
• Approved Class II Conditional Use for a CrossFit gym at 12786 Starkey Road
• Continued hearing for hardship relief at 884 South Wind Lane to February 1, 2024
• Discussed Class II Conditional Use for Ulmerton Industrial Mart at 9214-9224 Ulmerton Road
• Discussed hardship relief for an accessory structure at 852 7th Ave SW

Municipal Code Enforcement Board

The Board will conduct hearings regarding various code violations, including building without permits and short-term rental safety requirements. The meeting also includes the introduction of new City Manager John Curp and the election of Board officers.

• Hearings on multiple cases regarding building without permits under the 2020 Florida Building Code
• Hearings regarding short-term vacation rental life/safety and responsible party requirements
• Review of non-compliance cases involving daily fines ranging from $100 to $250
• Introduction of new City Manager John Curp
• Election of the Code Enforcement Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman

Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board

The Recreation, Parks & Arts Advocacy Board met to review project updates and proposed fee ordinance changes. The board discussed membership fee structures for residents and non-residents, as well as the closure of the Southwest Preschool due to low enrollment.

• Proposed non-resident summer camp fees: $50 for 6 months, $65 for one year, or $30 for three months
• Proposed Level II membership: $50/year for residents and $100/year for non-residents
• Southwest Pool Project bidding process to be re-opened after no initial bids were received
• Closure of Southwest Preschool at the end of the current school year
• Presentation of 2022 Americans for the Arts survey results regarding economic impact

City Commission

The City Commission will consider several high-dollar authorizations for utility repairs and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance to create a Local Supplier Preference Program and a first reading of multiple annexation ordinances.

• Authorization for $2,823,153 for sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, and stormwater repairs
• Emergency spending up to $772,600 for wastewater manhole and main replacements
• Ordinance No. 2024-09: Creating a Local Supplier Preference Program
• Authorization to negotiate a development agreement for 2565 Haines Bayshore Road
• Ordinance Nos. 2024-13 through 2024-17: Annexation of five residential low land use properties

City Commission Directive

The City Commission adopted a new local supplier preference program and authorized several infrastructure and equipment purchases. The Commission also approved negotiating a development agreement for 2565 Haines Bayshore Road and moved forward with five property annexations.

• Adopted Ordinance 2024-09 creating a Local Supplier Preference Program
• Authorized $2,823,153 for sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, and stormwater repairs
• Approved up to $772,600 for emergency wastewater manhole and main replacements
• Approved negotiating a development agreement for 2565 Haines Bayshore Road
• Approved first reading of five residential low land use annexations

Special Magistrate

The Special Magistrate heard several code enforcement cases regarding building permits, sanitation, and property maintenance. The body issued first orders for various violations and approved a significant fine reduction for a property owner who worked to achieve compliance.

• Sabala Plaza LLC (14100 Walsingham Rd.) ordered to pay $100 per day for unpermitted office build-outs after March 15, 2024
• Megdal Largo LLC (4001 East Bay Dr.) ordered to pay $50 per day for accessory structure violations after January 15, 2024
• Joshua and Brooke Anderson (4860 East Bay Dr.) granted a fine reduction from $22,500 to $500 plus administrative costs
• Charter Health LLC (2874 Roosevelt Blvd) cited for building without permits and lack of certificate of occupancy
• East Bay Land Trust (2805 East Bay Dr.) cited for sanitary drainage and illicit discharge violations

Commission Work Session

The Commission will discuss rebranding the Fire Prevention Office to Community Risk Reduction and review the final draft of the Sustainability and Resilience Action Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on Housing for All recommendations and various board reports.

• Rebranding of Fire Prevention Office to Community Risk Reduction
• Review of Sustainability and Resilience Action Plan (SRAP)
• Presentation of Housing for All Recommendations
• Largo Energy Management Roadmap review

Commission Work Session Directive

The Commission held a work session to review several strategic plans. The body reached a consensus to support the Fire Prevention Office revisioning, the Sustainability and Resilience Action Plan, and the Housing for All recommendations.

• Revisioning of Fire Prevention Office
• Sustainability and Resilience Action Plan final draft review
• Housing for All recommendations presentation
• Board and committee reports from various regional agencies

Missing Middle / Housing For All Retreat Joint Board Meeting

A joint retreat of city boards and committees will review a draft report aimed at addressing housing shortages. The meeting seeks consensus on recommendations to modify the Comprehensive Development Code to support diverse housing types.

• Draft recommendations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Proposed 'Missing Middle' housing types (small-type 2-4 units and medium-type 5-12 units)
• Recommendations for mobile home park preservation and transition processes
• Proposed changes to parking and design standards
• Exploration of regional stormwater ponds to assist residential lot use

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering a conditional use request for a CrossFit gym at 12786 Starkey Road. The meeting also includes discussions on amending landscape buffer standards and granting hardship relief for lot size and setback requirements.

• Class II Conditional Use for CrossFit gym at 12786 Starkey Road, #103
• Ordinance No. 2024-18: Amending landscape buffer types and development standards
• Hardship Relief for minimum lot size at 884 South Wind Lane
• Hardship Relief for accessory structure square footage and setbacks at 852 7th Ave SW
• Board Elections

City Commission

The City Commission will consider a $3 million budget amendment for various city needs and several high-value contracts. Items include roadway improvements, police vehicle equipment, and internet service agreements.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2024-12 to amend the FY 2024 Budget by $3,003,400
• Contract award to Keystone Excavators, Inc. for $4,092,737.50 for roadway and drainage improvements
• Authorization to purchase fleet fuel management software for $339,839.53
• Authorization to purchase upfitting equipment for 16 Dodge Durango police vehicles for $191,606.40
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2024-08 regarding a cell tower site agreement with TVT II, LLC

City Commission Directive

The City Commission met to approve several administrative and legislative items. Key actions included a $3,003,400 budget amendment for personnel and operating needs and a $4,092,737.50 contract for roadway and drainage improvements.

• Awarded $4,092,737.50 contract to Keystone Excavators, Inc. for Esquire Manor/Whispering Pines Manor/Lake Breeze Estates roadway and drainage improvements
• Approved $3,003,400 FY 2024 budget amendment for personnel, operating, and capital needs
• Approved $339,839.53 for fleet fuel management software upgrade from E.J. Ward, Inc.
• Approved $191,606.40 for upfitting 16 Dodge Durango police vehicles by Enforcement One, Inc.
• Approved Ordinance No. 2024-08 for a cell tower site agreement with TVT II, LLC