Key West public meetings in 2021

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board postponed an action item recommending that the City Commission include access to Truman Waterfront Park via Admiral's Cut in any negotiations with Pier B owners. The item was moved to January 27, 2022. The board also approved a plan for members to assess parks in their appointing commissioner's district and report findings at upcoming meetings.

• Postponed Pier B access recommendation to January 27, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved district park assessment and reporting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved November 30, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved all seven applications on the agenda, including window replacements, additions, renovations, and demolitions, each by a 7-0 vote. One application at 726 Windsor Lane was approved with specific color and railing modifications. The commission also received and filed reports and a proposed windows ordinance.

• Approved replacement of 4 historic windows at 1012 Southard Street (7-0)
• Approved new one-story addition at 809 Fleming Street Rear (7-0)
• Approved renovations and dormer addition at 1202 Royal Street (7-0)
• Approved partial demolition at 1202 Royal Street (7-0)
• Approved painting and railing changes at 726 Windsor Lane with modifications (7-0)
• Approved new one-story rear addition at 1115 Grinnell Street (7-0)
• Approved partial demolition of rear wall at 1115 Grinnell Street (7-0)
• Approved November 2022 meeting date (7-0)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a variance and a conditional use for a food truck at 1327 Duval Street, with conditions including signage and designated parking for Southernmost Point Bar. The board also approved a conditional use for a recreation equipment rental at 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd. with fleet mix amendments, and variances for a pool at 1021 Packer Street and an accessory unit at 2719 Staples Avenue. The zoning map amendment for 700 Front Street was withdrawn.

• Granted variance for food truck at 1327 Duval St (4-2, PB Resolution 2021-61)
• Approved conditional use for food truck at 1327 Duval St (6-0, PB Resolution 2021-62)
• Approved conditional use for equipment rental at 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd. (6-0, PB Resolution 2021-63)
• Granted variance for pool at 1021 Packer St (6-0, PB Resolution 2021-64)
• Granted variance for accessory unit at 2719 Staples Ave (6-0, PB Resolution 2021-65)
• Withdrawn: zoning map amendment for 700 Front St

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on December 16, 2021, addressed multiple code violations. The Special Magistrate imposed fines and compliance deadlines on several property owners, including a $250 admin cost and $250 per day fine for 211 Duval Company for failing to restore a historic sign. Several other cases were continued to future dates, and some were dismissed for compliance.

• Imposed $250 admin cost and $250/day fine on 211 Duval Company for historic sign violation (compliance by Jan 24, 2022)
• Imposed $250 admin cost and $250/day fine on Margaritaville Beach House for false alarms (no false alarms Dec 17, 2021–Jan 20, 2022)
• Granted mitigation reducing Rosemie Thomas's fine from $33,000 to $20,000 for building permit violation
• Executed settlement agreement with Ashford Pier House LP: $250 admin cost, $500 one-time fine, $4,500 suspended fine
• Imposed $250 admin cost and $250/day fine on Donna Chavis for settlement agreement non-compliance (starting Dec 16, 2021)
• Imposed $250 admin cost and $250/day fine on Michaell Donoghue for settlement agreement non-compliance (starting Dec 17, 2021)
• Granted continuances to Feb 24, 2022 for cases 20-676, 21-128, 19-1445, 20-1335, and 21-1537 (Chilton)
• Dismissed cases 20-227, 21-1569, and 21-1586 for compliance

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and approved the agenda and minutes unanimously. All three discussion items—an amendment to a development agreement for 48 affordable housing units at 541 White Street, a major development plan for the same site, and a major development plan and conditional use for a new 20,948 square foot Keys Overnight Temporary Shelter at 5537 College Road—were received and filed with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Received and filed amendment to development agreement for 48 affordable housing units at 541 White Street
• Received and filed major development plan for 541 White Street
• Received and filed major development plan and conditional use for KOTS at 5537 College Road

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved several action items, including lease renewals for Conch Tees & Souvenir dba Pirate Jacks and Sails in Concert, Inc., the sale of Mellow Enterprises to Restless Native Charters, a sole source procurement of pump systems for $89,761.15, and a recommendation to the CRA for marketing services. A zoning map amendment for 700 Front Street was withdrawn. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with one absence.

• Approved lease renewal for Conch Tees & Souvenir dba Pirate Jacks (6-0)
• Approved sale of Mellow Enterprises to Restless Native Charters (6-0)
• Approved sole source procurement of 4 pump systems for $89,761.15 (6-0)
• Recommended Adept Strategy & Public Relations for marketing RFP (6-0)
• Approved lease renewal for Sails in Concert, Inc. (6-0)
• Withdrew zoning map amendment for 700 Front Street

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved several tree removal requests with replacement requirements, including at 528 William Street, 701 Emma Street, 111 Olivia Street, and 1321 Simonton Street. It also imposed a $2,000 fine on Caribbean Blue Services, Inc. for improper tree trimming at 3434 Riviera Drive and accepted a settlement for a prior violation at 3515 Flagler Avenue. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved removal of 3 Pigeon Plum and 1 Spanish Stopper trees at 528 William Street, with 11 caliper inches of replacement trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 damaged Mahogany tree at 701 Emma Street, with 16.3 caliper inches of replacement trees (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual landscape plan for 111 Olivia Street, including tree removal and transplantation (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Starburst tree at 1321 Simonton Street, with 3.6 caliper inches of replacement trees (unanimous)
• Imposed $2,000 fine on Caribbean Blue Services, Inc. for improper tree trimming at 3434 Riviera Drive, requiring 35 caliper inches of replacement trees (unanimous)
• Accepted Gumbo Limbo tree planting and additional 5.8 caliper inches of replacement trees at 3515 Flagler Avenue, closing settlement agreement (unanimous)

City Commission Workshop

The Key West City Commission held a workshop on December 13, 2021, where the only substantive item was a discussion on cruise ships, led by City Manager McLauchlin. No formal decision was made; the item was discussed and the meeting adjourned at 7:23 PM.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Discussed cruise ship direction, no action taken

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees Pension Board approved a $6,000 annual fee increase for AndCo Consulting with a five-year contract, granted a disability to an unnamed attorney, and approved a $700,000 transfer from U.S. fixed assets to American Realty. The board also re-elected Cheryl Smith as chair and Alice Parker as vice-chair, and approved the FY 21-22 expense budget and meeting dates. All votes were unanimous except the disability grant, which passed 4-0 with one absence.

• Approved AndCo fee increase of $6,000 annually with 5-year contract (unanimous)
• Granted disability to attorney Stu Kaufman (4-0, Gibson absent)
• Approved $700,000 transfer from U.S. fixed assets to American Realty (unanimous)
• Re-elected Cheryl Smith as chairperson (unanimous)
• Re-elected Alice Parker as vice-chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved FY 21-22 General Employees Expense Budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY 21-22 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved October 2020 actuarial valuation (unanimous)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board voted unanimously to recommend removing the waiver for non-profit organizations from the proposed Public Art Ordinance changes to the City Commission. The board also elected new officers, approved $150 for sculpture maintenance, and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Recommended removing nonprofit waiver from Public Art Ordinance (unanimous)
• Elected Ms. van den Broek as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ms. Ware as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved $150 for artist John Martini to maintain sculptures 'Teach' and 'Orange Head' (unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board found Elite Development & Mechanical Corp. in violation of building without a permit at 0 Duval St., imposing a $250 fine plus $100 administrative cost and notifying DBPR. It also found Key West Trim Works in violation for work beyond permit scope at 2108 Fogarty Ave., issuing a letter of reprimand with $100 administrative cost. A case against Affiliated Design & Construction Management was postponed to February 2, 2022. The board approved its FY 2021/2022 meeting dates and the September 22, 2021 minutes.

• Found Elite Development & Mechanical Corp. in violation (building without permit) at 0 Duval St., fined $250 + $100 admin cost (5-0)
• Found Key West Trim Works in violation (work beyond permit) at 2108 Fogarty Ave., letter of reprimand + $100 admin cost (5-0)
• Postponed case #21-01628 (Affiliated Design & Construction) to February 2, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2021/2022 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved September 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of 2021-12-08 are not available. The record states it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be reported.

City Commission

The Key West City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $1.84 million purchase of two Pierce fire apparatus and equipment, a four-year extension of the solid waste contract with Waste Management of Florida, and a $140,770 task order for Mole Pier bulkhead repairs. Two easement hearings and an appeal were postponed to January 4, 2022, and a resolution on Dinghy Beach was postponed to March 15, 2022. The commission also adopted ordinances establishing tree application fees and a new electoral district map.

• Approved $1,837,447.65 purchase of two Pierce fire apparatus and equipment (unanimous)
• Approved four-year extension of solid waste contract with Waste Management of Florida (unanimous)
• Approved $140,770 task order to Tetra Tech for Mole Pier bulkhead inspection and design (unanimous)
• Approved $91,197.50 bid to Charley Toppino & Sons for C.B. Harvey Rest Beach Shelters (unanimous)
• Approved $14,100/year water testing contract with Flowers Chemical Laboratories (unanimous)
• Postponed easement hearings at 1200 Whitehead St and 927 Catherine St to January 4, 2022
• Postponed Dinghy Beach land conveyance resolution to March 15, 2022
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 110 to add tree application fees (unanimous)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included awarding a water testing contract to Flowers Chemical Laboratories for the Key West Bight and Ferry Terminal. The contract is for $48,628 per year for three years, with an option for two additional years. The meeting was brief and adjourned shortly after.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 3, 2021 (unanimous)
• Awarded ITB #21-019 water testing contract to Flowers Chemical Laboratories, $48,628/year, 3-year term with 2-year option (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved the October 28, 2021 minutes and the agenda as presented. It also unanimously elected Mr. McVeigh as Vice Chairman. Two discussion items—league applications and the quarterly budget report—were received and filed without a vote. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 PM.

• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous).
• Approved the October 28, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous).
• Elected Mr. McVeigh as Vice Chairman (unanimous).
• Received and filed league applications (no vote).
• Received and filed the quarterly budget report (no vote).

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved the demolition of a CMU structure and its connection to a historic wood-frame house at 317 Whitehead Street. It also approved a new two-story porch and demolition of a non-historic addition at 417 Simonton Street, a new accessory structure and demolition of an existing one at 1012 Howe Street, and a roof extension at 722 Ashe Street with conditions. A window replacement at 529 Simonton Street was postponed, and a proposal to modify it to wood windows on the public facade failed. A new one-story addition at 809 Fleming Street Rear was postponed to December 21, 2021.

• Approved demolition of CMU structure and connection at 317 Whitehead Street (H2021-0050) by 6-0 vote.
• Approved new two-story porch and window changes at 417 Simonton Street (H2021-0052) by 5-0 vote (Commissioner Burkee recused).
• Approved demolition of non-historic addition at 417 Simonton Street (H2021-0052) by 5-0 vote (Commissioner Burkee recused).
• Approved new one-story accessory structure at 1012 Howe Street (H2021-0053) by 6-0 vote.
• Approved demolition of existing accessory structure and carport at 1012 Howe Street (H2021-0053) by 6-0 vote.
• Approved roof extension at 722 Ashe Street (H2021-0054) with conditions (3-foot extension, brackets, no precedent) by 4-2 vote.
• Postponed window replacement at 529 Simonton Street (H2021-0056) by unanimous vote; a motion to modify to wood windows on public facade failed 2-4.
• Postponed new one-story addition at 809 Fleming Street Rear (H2021-0055) to December 21, 2021 by unanimous vote.

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved variances and conditional uses allowing electronic scooter rental services at hotels on Simonton Street (1325, 1220, 1321, and 1401), each with conditions. The board also approved a conditional use to convert the historic jail at 500 Whitehead Street into a museum, and recommended increasing the transient living accommodation inspection fee from $125 to $300. Several items were postponed to December 16, 2021, including the Truman Avenue development plan and variance, the Duval Street food truck, and variances for Packer and 6th Streets.

• Approved PB Resolution 2021-49: recommended increasing transient living accommodation inspection fee from $125 to $300.
• Approved PB Resolution 2021-50: conditional use for museum at 500 Whitehead Street (historic jail).
• Approved PB Resolution 2021-51: variance for pool at 1426 6th Street.
• Approved PB Resolution 2021-52: variance for outdoor venue at 408 Greene Street.
• Approved PB Resolution 2021-53: variance for scooter rental at 1325 Simonton Street (condition 3 struck).
• Approved PB Resolution 2021-54: conditional use for scooter rental and food truck at 1325 Simonton Street (condition 2 limited, condition 11 struck).
• Approved PB Resolution 2021-55: variance for scooter rental at 1220 Simonton Street (condition 4 struck).
• Approved PB Resolution 2021-56: conditional use for scooter rental at 1220 Simonton Street (condition 5 struck).

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate denied Alison Jane Johnson's request for a continuance and found her in violation of short-term rental rules, imposing a $250 admin fee with no fine. The board also executed a settlement agreement with William Salvatore for a $1,575 fine and a suspended $5,000 fine. Several cases were dismissed for compliance, and others were continued to later dates.

• Denied Alison Jane Johnson's continuance and found violation (Case #21-1451) with $250 admin fee, no fine.
• Executed settlement agreement with William Salvatore (Case #21-1349) for $1,575 fine and $5,000 suspended fine.
• Granted finding of violation for Keys IV Health & Hydration (Case #21-1650) with no fines or costs.
• Dismissed cases for Charles Means (21-1311), Peter N Brawn (21-1125), and Summer Breeze Oxygen Bar (21-1526) for compliance.
• Found Rent Key West Vacations Inc. in violation in three cases (21-1693, 21-1695, 21-1699), each with $250 admin fee.
• Granted $250 admin cost and $500 fine for National Car Rental (Case #21-1644) for repeat obstruction violation.
• Ordered fines of $250 per count per day from Nov 15, 2021 plus $250 admin cost for Phyllis Squires (Case #21-1496).
• Granted $250 admin cost and $250 per count per day if not in compliance by Dec 13, 2021 for Donna Chavis (Case #21-1557).

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 28, 2021, both by unanimous vote. Three discussion items were received and filed: an easement for two palm trees at 1102 Washington Street, an administrative variance for a rear setback at 6 Fletchers Lane, and a major modification to a minor development plan at 2222 N. Roosevelt Blvd. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 10:39 AM.

• Approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote
• Approved the October 28, 2021 minutes by unanimous vote
• Received and filed the easement request for 1102 Washington Street
• Received and filed the administrative variance request for 6 Fletchers Lane
• Received and filed the major modification request for 2222 N. Roosevelt Blvd.

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved the final 1% for Public Art proposal for the new CHI Health Clinic at 727 Fort Street, as presented by Marianne Finizio of CHI Health, Inc. The board also approved the proposed 2022 meeting dates and a three-year renewal contract with the Florida Keys Council of the Arts to serve as Administrator for the Arts in Public Places Advisory Board. Proposed changes to the Public Art Ordinance were postponed to December 9, 2021, with the intent of Vice Chair van den Broek meeting with Commissioner Davila and City Attorney Shawn Smith to finalize details. The board also approved the October 14, 2021 minutes and received and filed the Administrator Project Spreadsheet Updates, Chairman's Report, and Administrator's Report.

• Approved the final 1% for Public Art proposal for the new CHI Health Clinic at 727 Fort Street (unanimous).
• Approved the proposed 2022 meeting dates (unanimous).
• Postponed proposed changes to the Public Art Ordinance to December 9, 2021, for further work with Commissioner Davila and City Attorney Shawn Smith (unanimous).
• Approved a three-year renewal contract with the Florida Keys Council of the Arts to be Administrator for the Arts in Public Places Advisory Board (unanimous).
• Approved the October 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous).
• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous).
• Received and filed the Administrator Project Spreadsheet Updates.
• Received and filed the Chairman's Report and Administrator's Report.

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of November 17, 2021, could not be retrieved. The record no longer exists and may have been deleted. No decisions, approvals, or discussions are available from this source.

City Commission

The City Commission approved the ranking of responses to RFP No. 008-21 for the Bahama Village '3.2' Affordable Workforce Housing Project, authorizing the City Manager and City Attorney to draft regulatory documents to contract with the highest-ranking firm. The motion passed 5-2, with Commissioners Lopez and Mayor Johnston voting no. The commission also passed a resolution urging phased compliance with Florida SB 1086 regarding moorings, as amended to support the County's goal of a 90-day time limit for non-liveaboard vessels and reducing the number of moorings to 100. A resolution to negotiate with Rams Head Group for redevelopment of the Diesel Plant failed 2-5.

• Approved ranking of RFP responses for Bahama Village 3.2 housing project (5-2)
• Passed resolution urging phased compliance with SB 1086 mooring rules, as amended (7-0)
• Failed to direct negotiation with Rams Head Group for Diesel Plant redevelopment (2-5)
• Approved resolution to develop RFP for Diesel Plant remediation and repair (7-0)
• Approved Waste Management rate amendment request (7-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to negotiate with Tripp Scott law firm for cruise ship referendum services (7-0)
• Passed to second reading ordinance on Tree Commission application fees (7-0)
• Passed to second reading ordinance adopting new electoral district map (7-0)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a 3-year water testing contract with Flowers Chemical Laboratories, Inc. for $48,628 per year, covering the Key West Bight Ferry Terminal and Marina, with an option to extend for two additional years. The board also approved its 2022 meeting dates and the October 13, 2021 minutes. A zoning map amendment request for 700 Front Street was received and filed, with further discussion scheduled for December 15, 2021. All votes were 4-0 with three members absent.

• Approved $48,628/yr water testing contract with Flowers Chemical Laboratories (4-0)
• Approved proposed 2022 meeting dates (4-0)
• Approved October 13, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed zoning map amendment request for 700 Front Street; further discussion at Dec. 15 meeting

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved several tree removal permits and a compliance settlement. The most consequential decision was approving the removal of approximately 176 square feet of shoreline mangrove trees at 2861 Key Cove Drive to build an observation platform, with replacement trees required. The commission also approved removal of a Royal Poinciana and a Mahogany tree, and postponed an administrative hearing on improper trimming.

• Approved removal of 176 sq ft of mangroves at 2861 Key Cove Drive for observation platform, with 7 replacement trees (3-3, Vice Chair Pope no, 3 absent)
• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 2123 Staples Avenue, replaced with 14.2 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Mahogany at 624 White Street, replaced with 12 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
• Postponed administrative hearing on improper trimming at 3434 Riviera Drive to Dec 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 fine and 28.9 caliper inches of tree donation for unpermitted Sapodilla removal at 2226 Patterson Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates (unanimous)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved the evaluation committee's ranking of bid proposals for the RFP for the 3.2 TWP Affordable Housing CIP, recommending Vestcor to the City Commission. The motion passed 5-2, with two members absent. The committee also unanimously approved revised meeting dates for 2022 and received and filed a map review of Bahama Village boundaries.

• Approved evaluation committee's ranking of bid proposals for 3.2 TWP Affordable Housing CIP, recommending Vestcor (5-2)
• Approved revised meeting dates for 2022 (unanimous)
• Received and filed review of Bahama Village boundary map

City Commission

The Key West City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions for a holiday parade, half marathon, mediation agreement, vehicle purchases, and a street sweeper. The commission also passed resolutions denouncing youth violence, directing a pump-out verification plan, urging an anchorage study, and approving a revocable license for an artisan market. Development plans for 1020 Margaret Street were postponed, while the plan for 210-216 Duval Street was approved.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including Res 21-228 to 21-238
• Passed resolution denouncing youth violence (7-0)
• Directed City Manager to develop pump-out verification plan by Jan 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Urged FWC to fund anchorage study, amended to correct date to 2019 (7-0)
• Approved revocable license for artisan market at Indigenous Park (7-0)
• Approved Major Development Plan for 210-216 Duval Street (7-0)
• Postponed Minor Development Plan for 1020 Margaret Street
• Adopted ordinance amending business tax receipt schedule (7-0)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved two consent agenda items: a task order for GHD Services for C-Dock Seawall assessment and permitting, and a bid award to Nearshore Electric for the E-Dock 3-Phase Pedestal Upgrade. Both resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved task order with GHD Services for C-Dock Seawall assessment and permitting, not to exceed $89,928.80 (unanimous)
• Awarded bid to Nearshore Electric for E-Dock 3-Phase Pedestal Upgrade, not to exceed $96,483.00 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Key West Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved a quarterly data-driven report on park facilities, with the words 'budget' and 'safety assessment' removed from the motion. The board also re-elected Madam Chair Pellicier and approved the 2022 meeting dates. The budget presentation was received and filed, and two discussion items were received and filed without action.

• Re-elected Madam Chair Pellicier as Chairperson (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 2022 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved quarterly park facility reports with 'budget' and 'safety assessment' removed (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved September 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Received and filed Parks and Recreation budget presentation
• Received and filed funding allocation/application process discussion
• Received and filed Hawk Missile Site discussion

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee approved the agenda, minutes, and the proposed 2022 meeting dates unanimously. Three discussion items—a major development plan for a community center at 111 Olivia Street, and easement requests at 927 Catherine Street and 911 Center Street—were received and filed without a vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 DRC meeting dates (unanimous)
• Received and filed major development plan for 111 Olivia Street community center
• Received and filed easement for 927 Catherine Street encroachment
• Received and filed easement for 911 Center Street encroachment

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved five demolition and renovation permits for properties on Grinnell, Whitehead, and Windsor Lane, all by 5-0 votes. A window replacement project at 1012 Southard Street was postponed to December 21, 2021. The commission also received and filed reports and a workshop on windows, with comments due by November 10, 2021.

• Approved demolition of carport and floor/foundation at 1311 Grinnell St (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition of front porch at 1108 Grinnell St, conditioned on staff recommendations (5-0)
• Approved removal of side porch railings and walls at 925 Whitehead St (5-0)
• Approved new 6-foot entry gate at 713-727 Windsor Lane (5-0)
• Approved renovations and new two-story structure at 317 Whitehead St with 4-foot fence (5-0)
• Approved demolition of CMU structure at 317 Whitehead St (5-0)
• Postponed replacement of 4 historic windows at 1012 Southard St to Dec 21, 2021
• Received and filed HARC Planner's and Inspector's reports

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of 2021-10-27 are not available. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be reported.

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board approved the agenda and September minutes, then selected John Strachan as a new board member. It unanimously renewed the contracts of Attorney Robert Cintron and Executive Director Thomas Pakenas for another year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 27, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Selected John Strachan for board membership (vote not specified)
• Renewed Attorney Robert Cintron's contract for one year (unanimous)
• Renewed Executive Director Thomas Pakenas's contract for one year (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved the agenda and minutes, and approved the 2022 meeting dates. The board postponed the rezoning request for 700 Front Street to December 16, 2021, and postponed multiple variance and conditional use requests for properties on Greene and Simonton Streets to November 18, 2021, all by unanimous votes.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2022 meeting dates (7-0)
• Postponed 700 Front Street rezoning to Dec. 16, 2021 (7-0)
• Postponed variance at 408 Greene Street to Nov. 18, 2021
• Postponed variance and conditional use at 1325 Simonton St. to Nov. 18, 2021
• Postponed variance and conditional use at 1220 Simonton St. to Nov. 18, 2021
• Postponed variance and conditional use at 1321 and 1401 Simonton St. to Nov. 18, 2021

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on October 21, 2021, addressed multiple cases involving building permits, business tax receipts, and nuisance violations. The Special Magistrate issued findings of violation with fines or administrative fees for several property owners, including Last Key Realty Inc., Edward Chilton, Charles Means, Tadd Mallard, and Truman Annex Real Estate Co. INC. Many other cases were continued to later hearing dates, and several were dismissed after compliance was achieved.

• Granted finding of violation against Last Key Realty Inc. with $250 admin fee, no fine (Case 21-1452)
• Granted finding of violation against Edward Chilton with $250 per count fines (Case 21-1537)
• Granted finding of violation against Charles Means with $250 admin fee and $250 per count per day if not compliant by Nov 15, 2021 (Case 21-1311)
• Granted finding of violation against Tadd Mallard with $250 admin fee and $250 per count per day if not compliant by Nov 15, 2021 (Case 20-227)
• Granted $250 administrative cost against Truman Annex Real Estate Co. INC. (Case 21-1615)
• Continued Barbary House Key West case to Dec 16, 2021 (Case 21-1586)
• Dismissed cases for compliance: Glenn M Kingsbury, Big Fish Restaurant Group, Circle K Stores (3 cases), Leslie Rene Bird
• Continued multiple other cases to Dec 16, 2021 or Nov 18, 2021

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a consent agenda including a $674,000 contract for Astroturf at George Mira Field, a $100,000 settlement with Elizabeth Pressman, and 30 Axon in-car camera systems for $249,990.84. They also adopted ordinances adjusting parking rates and fees, and postponed several items including a Waste Management rate request and two development plan hearings.

• Approved $674,000 Astroturf purchase for George Mira Field (unanimous consent)
• Approved $100,000 settlement with Elizabeth Pressman (Res 21-214)
• Approved $249,990.84 for 30 Axon Fleet 2 in-car camera systems (Res 21-222)
• Adopted parking rate adjustment ordinance (6-1, Ord 21-16)
• Adopted parking fee and permit regulation ordinance (5-2, Ord 21-17)
• Postponed Waste Management rate amendment request to Nov 16
• Postponed 210-216 Duval Street development plan to Nov 3 (6-1)
• Postponed 1020 Margaret Street development plan to Nov 3 (unanimous)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board met and approved its agenda and the September 9, 2021 minutes unanimously. All presentations, discussion items, and reports were received and filed with no votes taken on substantive matters.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed CHI Health Clinic 1% Private Plan
• Received and filed The Studios of Key West 1% Private Plan
• Received and filed Parks Signage Updates
• Received and filed Clinton Square Plans
• Received and filed KWHS Class of 1946 Conch Flag frame/install
• Received and filed Truman Waterfront Park potential programming

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board met and unanimously approved its agenda and the September 9, 2021 minutes. All presentations and reports were received and filed without substantive decisions or votes on policy matters.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Keys Energy Services presentation
• Received and filed landfill redevelopment possibilities
• Received and filed Key West fertilizer ordinance discussion
• Received and filed sustainability report
• Received and filed multimodal report
• Received and filed waste diversion report

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved three action items: a task order for C-Dock seawall assessment and permitting to GDH Services, Inc. for up to $89,928.80; an award for ITB #21-018 E-Dock 3-Phase Pedestal Upgrade to Nearshore Electric, Inc. for $96,483, authorizing the City Manager to execute the contract and approving a budget transfer; and staff authority to give preference to schooners and working vessels (lobster or crab) in filling commercial slips regardless of the waitlist. All three motions passed with 4 yes votes and 3 absent (Mr. Gibson, Mr. Hughes, Ms. Ovide). The board also received and filed several presentations and reports, and approved the agenda and minutes unanimously.

• Approved C-Dock Seawall Assessment and Permitting Task Order to GDH Services, Inc. not to exceed $89,928.80 (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved award for ITB #21-018 E-Dock 3-Phase Pedestal Upgrade to Nearshore Electric, Inc. for $96,483, authorizing City Manager to execute contract and approving budget transfer (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved staff authority to give preference to schooners and working vessels (lobster or crab) in filling commercial slips regardless of waitlist (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved agenda as amended to include another presentation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2021 (unanimous)

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of October 13, 2021, are not available. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted. No substantive decisions or actions can be reported from this source.

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved four tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement trees on site. A request to remove shoreline mangroves at 2861 Key Cove Drive failed due to lack of a second and was postponed to November 9, 2021. An administrative hearing regarding improper tree trimming was also postponed to November 9, 2021, pending a certified arborist report.

• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana tree at 719 Bakers Lane, with 11.1 caliper inches of replacement trees (5-1)
• Postponed removal of shoreline mangroves at 2861 Key Cove Drive to November 9, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Sea Grape tree at 1112 Watson Street, with 7.9 caliper inches of replacement trees (6-0)
• Approved removal of 2 Pink Tabebuia trees at 621 Eaton Street, with 4.9 caliper inches of replacement trees (6-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 900 Fleming Street, with 19.9 caliper inches of replacement trees (6-0)
• Postponed administrative hearing for 3434 Riviera Drive to November 9, 2021, pending arborist report (6-0)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved changing its 2022 meeting dates to the first Monday of each month. The motion passed 6-0, with one member absent. The committee also approved the agenda and the minutes from September 2, 2021, and received a status update on the Douglass Gym Expansion CIP as an information item.

• Approved 2022 meeting dates on first Monday of month (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved September 2, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a resolution to place a referendum on the January 18, 2022 ballot asking voters to authorize leasing approximately 3.2 acres at Truman Waterfront for up to 99 years (exceeding the 20-year charter limit) exclusively for affordable workforce housing. The commission also approved several consent agenda items, including COVID-19 testing funds, vehicle purchases, and a post-disaster recovery plan, and passed a resolution to create metered parking on select blocks of Whitehead and Elizabeth Streets with an amendment limiting metering to the 500, 600, and 900 blocks.

• Approved referendum for 99-year Truman Waterfront lease for workforce housing (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 additional funding for COVID-19 testing via Florida Keys AHEC (consent)
• Approved $503,125 for 10 Ford vehicles via piggyback contract (consent)
• Approved $1,030,493.64 for 24 police interceptors (consent)
• Approved metered parking on 500, 600, 900 blocks of Whitehead St and 200 block of Elizabeth St (5-2)
• Postponed Waste Management rate amendment request to Oct 19 (unanimous)
• Postponed major development plan for 210-216 Duval St to Oct 19 (unanimous)
• Approved FDOT easement donation and pump station maintenance agreement (unanimous)

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting on September 29, 2021, are not accessible. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be summarized.

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved all applications on the agenda, including demolitions, renovations, and new construction at several historic properties. All approvals were unanimous except for a paint color approval at 323 Fleming Street, which passed 3-2 with conditions. Two requests for postponement at 1301 United Street were postponed.

• Approved demolition of non-historic shed and removal of wall at 643 William Street (5-0)
• Approved renovations and new pool at 1311 Grinnell Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of carport and floor/foundation at 1311 Grinnell Street (5-0)
• Approved porch reconstruction and renovations at 1108 Grinnell Street with condition for further investigative work (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition of enclosed porch at 1108 Grinnell Street (5-0)
• Approved restoration and renovations at 925 Whitehead Street (5-0)
• Approved removal of porch railings and windows at 925 Whitehead Street (5-0)
• Approved additions and new windows at 1011 Truman Avenue Rear (5-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Key West Citizen Review Board approved its agenda and the August 23, 2021 minutes. The board voted 3-1 to resolve the Wildrick Complaint 21-002 with a finding of 'Unfounded'. The board also received and filed the July Response to Resistance Reports (RRI) unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Resolved Wildrick Complaint 21-002 as Unfounded (3-1)
• Received and filed July Response to Resistance Reports (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission adopted a final municipal millage rate of 2.1360 mills for FY 2021-2022, which is 5.50% above the rolled-back rate, and approved a $207,455,652 final budget. Both measures passed 5-2, with Vice Mayor Kaufman and Commissioner Wardlow dissenting. The commission also unanimously approved a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 769 covering office clerical and blue collar workers from October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2024. A discussion item on special events was held with no formal action.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 millage rate of 2.1360 mills (5-2, Ord 21-14)
• Adopted FY 2021-22 final budget of $207,455,652 (5-2, Res 21-198)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 769 (7-0, Res 21-199)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and handled four discussion items, all of which were received and filed without a vote or decision. The items included conditional use requests for a food truck at 1327 Duval Street, electric rental vehicles at 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd., a museum conversion at 500 Whitehead Street, and an easement modification at 1200 Whitehead Street. No substantive approvals or denials were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 10:29 AM.

• Received and filed conditional use request for food truck at 1327 Duval Street
• Received and filed conditional use request for electric rental vehicles at 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd.
• Received and filed conditional use request for museum at 500 Whitehead Street
• Received and filed easement modification request at 1200 Whitehead Street

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board postponed indefinitely a recommendation on seeking reimbursement from MCSD for field maintenance and other costs, with a 3-3 vote (one absent). The board also postponed the FY2022 budget priorities recommendation indefinitely, postponed chairperson selection to October 28, 2021, and approved youth league funding for the next budget cycle (2022/2023).

• Postponed MCSD reimbursement recommendation indefinitely (3-3, 1 absent)
• Approved revised meeting dates (unanimous)
• Postponed chairperson selection to October 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Postponed FY2022 budget priorities recommendation indefinitely (unanimous)
• Approved FY2022 youth league funding for next budget cycle (unanimous)

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board met and approved the agenda and the September 8, 2021 minutes unanimously. Two informational presentations were received and filed: one on stakeholder meetings and one on 2021 Florida Building Code continuing education courses. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda unanimously as presented
• Approved September 8, 2021 minutes unanimously

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission met and approved the agenda unanimously. The only substantive item was a discussion workshop on windows and window protection, which was received and filed. No formal decisions were made on the topic.

• Approved agenda unanimously as presented
• Received and filed HARC Windows and Window Protection Workshop

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board denied a conditional use permit for 1122 Watson Street to convert storage to office space, finding it failed to meet code criteria. It also denied a variance for 3528 Eagle Avenue to convert an accessory structure into affordable housing. The board approved a text amendment recommending a fee for Tree Commission applications, and postponed several items including the Truman Avenue redevelopment and multiple scooter rental requests to later meetings.

• Denied conditional use at 1122 Watson Street (PB Resolution 2021-43)
• Denied variance at 3528 Eagle Avenue (PB Resolution 2021-44)
• Postponed variance and major development plan at 322-324 ½ Truman Avenue to November 18, 2021
• Postponed zoning map amendment at 700 Front Street to October 21, 2021
• Approved text amendment for Tree Commission application fee (PB Resolution 2021-45)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan text amendment (PB Resolution 21-46)
• Granted variance at 1012 Howe Street with conditions (PB Resolution 2021-47)
• Approved transient license transfer to 504-506 Catherine Street with amendments (PB Resolution 2021-48)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved rate increases at the Key West Bight Marina, with an amendment to keep the monthly dinghy rate the same. The motion passed unanimously. All other agenda items were received and filed, including presentations and reports.

• Approved marina rate increases with amendment to keep monthly dinghy rate unchanged (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved August 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Plaza Renovation Package
• Received and filed Wayfinding Sign Package
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Association
• Received and filed Key West Bight Board Recommendations on Trumbo Road Site
• Received and filed Director's, Schooner Western Union, and Adept Marketing reports

City Commission

The City Commission passed to second reading an ordinance to place a referendum on the January 18, 2022 ballot asking voters to allow a lease of up to 99 years on 3.2 acres at Truman Waterfront for affordable workforce housing, exceeding the 20-year charter limit. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included a $12,079,588 American Rescue Plan Act agreement, a $510,000 FDOT 'Final Mile' project, and several smaller items. A request from Waste Management for rate amendments was postponed to October 5, 2021, as was an appeal of a Planning Board denial for variances at 1617 White Street. The commission approved the Key West Forward strategic plan for 2021-2024 and authorized negotiations with attorney Joe Jacquot for services related to a cruise ship ports referendum.

• Passed to second reading an ordinance to call a referendum on leasing 3.2 acres at Truman Waterfront for up to 99 years for workforce housing.
• Approved the consent agenda, including a $12,079,588 American Rescue Plan Act agreement with Florida Division of Emergency Management.
• Approved a $510,000 FDOT 'Final Mile' project for bicycle, pedestrian, and bus rider amenities along the Lower Keys Shuttle Bus route.
• Approved the Key West Forward strategic plan for 2021-2024.
• Authorized the City Attorney to negotiate with Joe Jacquot, Esq. for services related to a cruise ship ports referendum.
• Postponed to October 5, 2021, a decision on Waste Management's request to amend solid waste and recycling collection service rates.
• Postponed to October 19, 2021, an appeal of a Planning Board denial of variances at 1617 White Street.
• Approved a major development plan for 1319 William Street and 1316 Royal Street, with affordable housing at 1703 Von Phister to use median income basis.

City Commission

The City Commission passed to second reading an ordinance setting the ad valorem tax millage rate for FY 2021-2022 at 2.1360 mills per $1,000 of assessed value, which is 5.50% above the rolled-back rate. The vote was 5-2, with Vice Mayor Kaufman and Commissioner Wardlow dissenting. The Commission also adopted the tentative FY 2021-22 budget of $207,413,652 by a 5-2 vote, with the same two members dissenting.

• Passed to second reading an ordinance setting the FY 2021-22 millage rate at 2.1360 mills (5-2 vote).
• Adopted the tentative FY 2021-22 budget of $207,413,652 (5-2 vote).

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees Pension Board approved the June 11, 2021 minutes and approved a disability report for Phillip Barnett, including retroactive payment from March 1 through September 20, 2021. The board also approved transferring funds into Templeton Global and received and filed investment reports from American Realty Advisors, &co, and Highland, as well as an FPPTA school item. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved the June 11, 2021 board minutes unanimously.
• Approved accepting the doctors' findings in the disability report for Phillip Barnett and approved retro payment from March 1 through September 20, 2021.
• Approved the action items (disability approval) by a 4-0 vote.
• Approved transferring funds into Templeton Global by a 4-0 vote.
• Received and filed the American Realty Advisors report.
• Received and filed the &co Investment Performance Review for June 30, 2021.
• Received and filed the Highland Investment Review for June 30, 2021.
• Received and filed the FPPTA School item.

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board met with 4 members present and 3 absent. The board unanimously approved the agenda and the August 12, 2021 minutes. All discussion items and reports were received and filed with no votes taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:05 PM.

• Approved the agenda unanimously as presented
• Approved the August 12, 2021 minutes by unanimous vote
• Received and filed update on Wavehenge Fall Equinox at Truman Waterfront Park
• Received and filed update on Parks Signage
• Received and filed updates on CHI Health Clinic, Clinton Square, Mallory Square planning
• Received and filed Chairman's Report and Administrator's Report

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Key West Sustainability Advisory Board met on September 9, 2021, with a quorum of five members present. The board unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 12, 2021 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the board received and filed several informational reports and presentations, including a presentation from the College of the Florida Keys and updates on water quality sampling, waste diversion, and sustainability initiatives.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed College of the Florida Keys presentation
• Received and filed Mt. Trashmore Water Quality Sampling Design
• Received and filed Waste Diversion report
• Received and filed Sustainability Report

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board dismissed two building ordinance violation cases. The first case involved work without a permit at 3314 Northside Dr., which was resolved with an after-the-fact permit. The second case involved work beyond permit scope and unlicensed work at 204 Eaton St., which was also dismissed. Both dismissals were approved unanimously with six votes in favor and one absence.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed welcome of new Chief Building Official Raj Ramsingh
• Postponed stakeholders meetings (not received)
• Approved additional meeting on December 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Dismissed Case #21-01279 (building without permit) (6-0)
• Dismissed Case #21-01258 (work beyond permit scope, unlicensed work) (6-0)

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of September 8, 2021, are not accessible. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be confirmed from this source.

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission approved the removal of five trees (Strangler Fig, Bulnesia, Gumbo Limbo, Madras Thorn, and Royal Poinciana) at various addresses, each with replacement planting requirements. It also approved a final landscape plan with tree removal for a minor development at 1020 Margaret Street and approved an amendment to Sec 110-323 establishing Tree Commission and Urban Forestry fees. Three other tree removal requests were postponed to October 12, 2021 due to lack of representation.

• Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig at 2719 Staples Ave, with 12.2 caliper inches of replacement trees
• Approved removal of 1 Bulnesia tree at 1416 20th Street, with 3.5 caliper inches of replacement trees
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 2933 Seidenberg Avenue, with 6.3 caliper inches of replacement trees
• Approved final landscape plan with tree removal for minor development at 1020 Margaret Street
• Approved removal of 1 Madras Thorn tree at 145C Peary Court, with 10.5 caliper inches of replacement trees
• Approved amendment to Sec 110-323 establishing Tree Commission and Urban Forestry fees
• Postponed tree removal request at 719 Bakers Lane to October 12, 2021
• Postponed tree removal requests at 2861 Key Cove Drive and 907 Frances Street to October 12, 2021

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met and approved its agenda and the August 5, 2021 minutes unanimously. The committee received and filed an affordable housing survey, a report on the 3.2 TWP area and acreage, a discussion on the 3.2 TW parcel development, and a proposed revision of meeting dates. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed affordable housing survey results
• Received and filed current 3.2 TWP area and acreage report
• Received and filed discussion of 3.2 TW parcel development
• Received and filed proposed revision of meeting dates

City Commission

The Key West City Commission voted 4-3 to reject a resolution that would have accepted a proposal from A.H. of Monroe County, Inc. to develop affordable and workforce multifamily housing on a 3.2-acre parcel. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including resolutions on a sunscreen chemical ban petition, a traffic signal contract extension, parking pay stations, a settlement, and purchasing increases. A resolution to hire the Radey Law Firm for ports referendum services was withdrawn.

• Rejected A.H. of Monroe County affordable housing proposal (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda unanimously
• Approved resolution supporting FDA ban on sunscreen chemicals (Res 21-176)
• Approved two-year extension of traffic signal agreement with AGC Electric (Res 21-177)
• Approved purchase of 26 parking pay stations up to $173,890 (Res 21-178)
• Approved $120,000 settlement with Joanna Schuyler (Res 21-179)
• Approved purchasing increases for Verizon and Comcast (Res 21-180)
• Withdrew resolution for Radey Law Firm representation

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 26, 2021, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made; the minutes only record the cancellation and list agenda items that were not addressed.

• Meeting cancelled - no quorum

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate ruled on several code enforcement cases, including a $5,000 irreparable violation fine for unpermitted work at 1106 Grinnell Street due to fire safety concerns. Other cases were dismissed, settled, or continued to October 21, 2021. The meeting was a code compliance hearing, not a council meeting.

• Violation found at 1106 Grinnell St. (Case 21-246) with $250 admin fee and $5,000 irreparable fine; tarp removal required by Sept 3
• Violation found at 300 Front St. (Case 21-1256) with no fines or fees
• Violation found at 304 Front St. (Case 21-1259) with no fines or fees
• Violation found at 2516 N Roosevelt Blvd (Case 21-738) with admin cost only
• Settlement executed for Vacasa LLC (Case 21-1304): $250 admin cost, $250 fine suspended 60 months
• Case 19-1691 dismissed as in compliance
• Continuances granted to Oct 21, 2021 for cases 20-1335, 20-524, 21-391, 21-1048, 21-1430, 20-676, 20-1029, 20-1493

Contractors Examining Board

The August 25, 2021 meeting of the Contractors Examining Board was cancelled because only 3 of 7 members were present, lacking a quorum. No decisions were made; items on the agenda, including two code violation hearings, were not addressed.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission convened a special budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2021/2022. The agenda was approved unanimously, and the budget presentation by City Manager McLauchlin was received and filed. No substantive decisions were made during the workshop.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Received and filed FY2021/22 budget presentation

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved the demolition of a historic one-story garage structure at 210-216 Duval Street, with a 5-0 vote. The commission also passed several other items, including renovations and demolitions at various properties, and postponed two items for the 1311 Grinnell Street project to September 28, 2021.

• Approved demolition of historic garage at 210-216 Duval Street (H2020-0042).
• Postponed new home and pool at 314 Amelia Street (H2021-0035).
• Passed separation, renovation, and elevation of two historic structures at 617 Frances Street, with conditions on wood shingles and landscape plan (H2021-0038).
• Approved demolition of non-historic shed and rear addition at 617 Frances Street (H2021-0038).
• Passed rehabilitation and new construction at 1020 Margaret Street (H2020-0031).
• Approved demolition of non-historic structures at 1020 Margaret Street (H2020-0031).
• Passed renovations at 316 Simonton Street, with Commissioner Burkee recused (H2021-0040).
• Approved color change to Mallard Green shingles at 506 Frances Street, with Commissioner Ingram dissenting (H2021-0114).

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board tabled the Wildrick Complaint 21-002 until its September 27, 2021 meeting to obtain additional information, including a copy of the police report, the mask ordinance in effect on March 4, 2021, and a Response to Resistance Report (RRI) for the interaction between Key West Police Officers and Ms. Susan Wildrick. The board also approved the agenda, approved the June 28, 2021 minutes, and received and filed the June RRI report. A board member suggested exploring a mental health information-sharing program with the police, but no action was taken.

• Tabled Wildrick Complaint 21-002 until September 27, 2021 (4-1)
• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the June 28, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed the June Response to Resistance Reports (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved multiple variances, including for properties on Ashby Street, Grinnell Street, Eagle Avenue, Catherine Street, and Laird Street, and recommended text amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations for the Building Permit Allocation System. Several items were postponed to September 16, 2021, including the zoning map amendment for 700 Front Street and the major development plan for 322-324 ½ Truman Avenue. The board also approved the rescission of a prior resolution and the annual BPAS report.

• Granted variance at 1317 Ashby Street (5-1, PB Res 2021-34)
• Granted variance at 1115 Grinnell Street (5-1, PB Res 2021-35)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan text amendment for BPAS units (6-0, PB Res 2021-36)
• Approved LDR text amendment for BPAS units (6-0, PB Res 2021-37)
• Postponed zoning map amendment at 700 Front Street to Sept 16
• Postponed variance and major development plan at 322-324 ½ Truman Ave to Sept 16
• Approved rescission of Resolution 2021-13 (6-0, PB Res 2021-38)
• Granted after-the-fact variance at 3226 Eagle Avenue (5-1, PB Res 2021-39)

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of August 18, 2021, are not accessible. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be reported.

City Commission

The City Commission approved a $249,000 contract for Tarpon Finger Pier extensions at Garrison Bight, adopted stormwater and solid waste service assessments for FY 2021-2022 (including a 2% increase to residential solid waste fees), and approved a $175,000 settlement with Judy McElwee. The commission also approved a major development plan for 220 Margaret Street, a lien release for 2811 Staples Avenue, and a housing funding agreement for Poinciana Gardens. A request to postpone the Tropical Shell and Gifts lease extension failed, and the lease extension was approved.

• Approved $249,000 bid for Tarpon Finger Pier Extensions (unanimous)
• Approved stormwater service assessments for FY 2021-2022 (7-0)
• Approved solid waste assessments with 2% fee increases (6-1)
• Approved $175,000 settlement with Judy McElwee (7-0)
• Approved major development plan at 220 Margaret Street (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved release of lien for 2811 Staples Avenue upon $20,000 payment (7-0)
• Approved Poinciana Gardens funding interlocal agreement (7-0)
• Approved lease extension for Tropical Shell and Gifts to Aug 2022 (6-1)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board unanimously approved proposed changes to the Public Art Ordinance, with amendments as discussed, and will send the revised ordinance to legal review before it goes to the City Commission. The board also approved the July 8, 2021 meeting minutes and the agenda. Several discussion items were received and filed, while two reports were not received. The next meeting, scheduled for September 9, 2021, will be rescheduled due to lack of a quorum.

• Approved amended Public Art Ordinance to send to legal and City Commission (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Received and filed Mallory Square plans update
• Received and filed possible sculpture loan from Elizabeth Strong-Cuevas
• Received and filed Administrator's Report August 2021

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Key West Sustainability Advisory Board met on August 12, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda and the July 8, 2021 minutes. The board unanimously elected Mr. Miller as Vice-Chairperson. Several informational items were received and filed, including a presentation on Monroe County Health Priority: Health in All Policies, a water quality update, water samples from Mt. Trashmore, a waste diversion update, a sustainability/adaptation report, and a quarterly parking and alternative transportation recommendations update. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Miller as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Received and filed Monroe County Health Priority presentation
• Received and filed water quality update
• Received and filed water samples from Mt. Trashmore report
• Received and filed waste diversion update
• Received and filed sustainability/adaptation report

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board met on August 11, 2021, and approved the agenda and the July 14, 2021 minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the board received and filed several reports, including the Director's Report, Schooner Western Union Report, and Adept Marketing Report. The meeting adjourned at 4:43 PM.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved July 14, 2021 minutes unanimously
• Received and filed capital project schedule
• Received and filed Director's Report and attachments
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union Report
• Received and filed Adept Marketing Report

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved six tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement trees of specified caliper inches from the approved list. One application was withdrawn by the applicant, and a final landscape plan for a major development was approved with a donation to the City Tree Fund. The commission also approved using Tree Fund money for tree purchases.

• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 1115 Casa Marina Court, replace with 14.9 caliper inches (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 823 & 825 Emma Street, replace with 10.1 caliper inches (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig at 1327 Duval Street, replace with 69.9 caliper inches (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Tamarind at 1518 Von Phister Street, replace with 12.8 caliper inches (5-0)
• Approved removal of 2 Gumbo Limbo at 1514 4th Street, replace with 8.1 caliper inches (5-0)
• Approved final landscape plan for 210-216 Duval Street with $3,450 donation to City Tree Fund (5-0)
• Approved use of Key West Tree Fund money, accepting Ecoscapes estimate of $3,870.46 (5-0)
• Withdrawn by applicant: removal of 1 Strangler Fig at 1216 Von Phister

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on August 5, 2021, with a quorum of five members present. The agenda was approved as changed, and the July 1, 2021 minutes were approved unanimously. The committee received and filed a status update on the 3.2 TWP Affordable Housing and RFP process, as well as an unsolicited proposal for the Diesel Plant from Rams Head Key West. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural actions.

• Approved agenda as changed (unanimous)
• Approved July 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed status update on 3.2 TWP Affordable Housing and RFP process
• Received and filed unsolicited proposal for Diesel Plant from Rams Head Key West

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of August 4, 2021, are not available. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be reported.

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a resolution directing staff to expedite zoning amendments for affordable workforce housing at 241 Trumbo Road, allowing up to 237 units with at least 80% deed-restricted as affordable. The commission also passed several consent agenda items, including a $3.824 million bid for aeration system upgrades at the environmental protection facility, and postponed decisions on a Waste Management rate request and a lien release to August 17, 2021.

• Approved resolution for Trumbo Road affordable housing, up to 237 units, 80% affordable (Res 21-154)
• Approved $3,824,000 bid to Charley Toppino & Sons for aeration system upgrades (Res 21-158)
• Approved $227,266 purchase of 16 transit bus onboard display systems (Res 21-157)
• Approved recreational rental vehicle license fee adjustment (Res 21-155)
• Approved grant application authority for transit funds (Res 21-156)
• Approved wastewater contract amendment with OMI (Res 21-159)
• Ratified mutual aid agreement with Monroe County School District for school officers (Res 21-160)
• Postponed Waste Management rate request to August 17, 2021

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda, which included awarding a bid to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. for the Conch Republic Seafood Company roof replacement at the Key West Historical Seaport, in an amount not to exceed $694,553. The motion carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021
• Awarded bid to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. for CRSC roof replacement, not to exceed $694,553 (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing Special Magistrate approved two settlement agreements, one for a short-term rental violation and one for an oil/grease discharge, and granted multiple continuances. Several cases were dismissed after coming into compliance. The meeting was largely procedural, with most cases continued to August 26, 2021.

• Approved settlement for Eileen Lunogo: $1,852.69 total due for short-term rental violations
• Approved settlement for Stinkin' Crawfish Key West LLC: $2,587.04 total due for oil/grease discharge
• Dismissed case against Joseph P Stefanacci (in compliance as of 14 July 2021)
• Dismissed case against Roy Carson (in compliance as of 2 June 2021)
• Dismissed case against Toppino Industries, LLC (in compliance as of 20 July 2021)
• Dismissed case against Mohammed Billal and Mst P. Hossian (in compliance as of 4 May 2021)
• Continued case against John Lindle to 26 August 2021
• Continued case against Gregory G Farrelly to 26 August 2021

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved numerous design and demolition permits for historic properties, including a mixed-use structure at 210-216 Duval Street, renovations at 4 Havana Lane, 918 Fleming Street, 1307 Newton Street, 821 Duval Street, 1300 Newton Street, and 803 Catherine Street. A proposed two-story addition at 917 Duval Street was denied for not meeting guideline standards. Several items were postponed to August 24, 2021, including projects at 314 Amelia Street and 617 Frances Street.

• Approved new residences at 512 Catherine Street (3-2, 1 recusal)
• Approved mixed-use structure at 210-216 Duval Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition of garage at 210-216 Duval Street (6-0)
• Approved renovations at 4 Havana Lane with wood window substitution (6-0)
• Approved demolition at 4 Havana Lane (6-0)
• Approved restoration at 918 Fleming Street/919 Hibiscus Lane (6-0)
• Denied two-story addition at 917 Duval Street (6-0)
• Postponed projects at 314 Amelia Street and 617 Frances Street to August 24, 2021

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 22, 2021, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. Only four members attended, with three absent, so no official business or decisions were conducted.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission held a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 and set the tentative millage rate. The agenda was approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made during the workshop.

• Approved agenda unanimously as presented
• Set tentative millage rate for FY 2021/2022

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of July 21, 2021, are not accessible. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be reported.

City Commission Workshop

The City Commission held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, covering all funds, general fund, and various enterprise funds. The budget presentation was received and filed, with no formal votes taken on the budget itself. The meeting included recesses and reconvened sessions before adjourning.

• Approved agenda unanimously as presented
• Received and filed FY 2021-2022 budget presentation

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a new employment agreement for City Manager Patty K. McLauchlin and adopted an ordinance adding regulations for electric bicycles, motorized scooters, and micromobility devices. The commission also passed a resolution expressing support for the citizens of Cuba, with added wording against Castro's communist authoritarian regime.

• Approved employment agreement for City Manager Patty K. McLauchlin (Res 21-132).
• Adopted ordinance regulating electric bicycles, motorized scooters, and micromobility devices (Ord 21-12).
• Adopted ordinance limiting density in the Building Permit Allocation System (Ord 21-13).
• Passed resolution supporting Cuban citizens, with added wording against Castro's regime (Res 21-147).
• Passed resolution urging repeal of Florida's Critical Race Theory rule (Res 21-148).
• Passed resolution urging repeal of Florida House Bill 233 (Res 21-149).
• Denied waiver of public art set-aside for CHI Health Center (Res 21-150).
• Approved consent agenda including vehicle purchases, contracts, and appointments.

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda unanimously. This included a resolution approving staff's ranking of responses to RFP No. 005-21 for private security services for Key West Bight and authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract. It also approved Change Order #1 for design services for the Margaret Street fire pump house relocation, not to exceed $10,650.00.

• Approved the June 15, 2021 minutes as part of the consent agenda.
• Approved Resolution 21-152, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract for private security services based on staff's ranking of RFP responses.
• Approved Resolution 21-153, approving Change Order #1 for the Margaret Street fire pump house relocation design services, not to exceed $10,650.00.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and handled four discussion items, all of which were received and filed with no votes or decisions made. The items included a transient license transfer, a conditional use request, an easement agreement, and a minor development plan with a landscape waiver. The meeting was procedural only, with no substantive approvals or denials.

• Received and filed transient license transfer to 504-506 Catherine Street
• Received and filed conditional use request for 1122 Watson Street
• Received and filed easement agreement for 1009 South Street
• Received and filed minor development plan and landscape waiver for 2822 North Roosevelt Boulevard

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a minor development plan and landscape waiver for 1020 Margaret Street, allowing renovation of an existing historic home and construction of three new single-family structures with a pool and parking, with a fee-in-lieu for workforce housing. The board also approved a conditional use amendment for 617 Front Street to change recreational rental vehicle types and reduce their number, and approved a major development plan for 220 Margaret Street to renovate and expand commercial space. Several items were postponed to August 19, 2021, including variances and development plans for properties on Grinnell Street, Truman Avenue, and a zoning map amendment for 700 Front Street. A variance request for 1617 White Street was denied.

• Approved minor development plan and landscape waiver for 1020 Margaret Street (PB Resolution 2021-30).
• Approved conditional use amendment for 617 Front Street to alter recreational rental vehicle conditions (PB Resolution 2021-32).
• Approved major development plan for 220 Margaret Street (PB Resolution 2021-33).
• Denied variance for 1617 White Street to build an accessory guest cottage (PB Resolution 2021-31).
• Postponed to August 19, 2021: variance for 1115 Grinnell Street.
• Postponed to August 19, 2021: zoning map amendment for 700 Front Street.
• Postponed to August 19, 2021: variance and major development plan for 322-324 ½ Truman Avenue.
• Postponed to August 19, 2021: text amendments for building permit allocation system for the 3.2 property.

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a $694,553 contract with One Source Restoration & Building Services for roof and wall cladding at the Key West Historic Seaport, authorizing the City Manager to execute it. The board also approved a security services award to Ralons Security, LLC, and the 2021-2022 Key West Historic Seaport Budget, though the budget passed with two dissenting votes. Other items, including the Thompson Fish House use and the 907 Caroline St (Piano Shop) course of action, were received and filed without action.

• Approved award to Ralons Security, LLC for private security services (unanimous).
• Approved ITB #21-014 REBID for CRSC Roof/Wall Cladding to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. for $694,553 (5-1, Vice Chair Henson dissenting).
• Approved the 2021-2022 Key West Historic Seaport Budget (4-2, Gibson and Langley dissenting).
• Approved the June 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous).
• Approved the agenda as amended (unanimous).
• Received and filed the Key West Bight Preservation Association presentation.
• Received and filed the Thompson Fish House Use discussion item.
• Received and filed the 907 Caroline St (Piano Shop) discussion item.

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved 11 tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement trees of specified caliper inches from the approved list. Two applications were withdrawn by the applicants, and two items were postponed to a future meeting. The commission also entered into compliance settlement agreements for two unauthorized tree damage cases.

• Approved removal of 3 Strangler Figs and 1 Woman's Tongue tree at 411 Caroline St, with 50" caliper replacement (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig, 1 Laurel Fig, and 1 Gumbo Limbo at 1506 Catherine St, with 17.8" caliper replacement including at least 1 Gumbo Limbo (6-0)
• Withdrawn by applicant: 1122 Whitehead St tree removal
• Approved removal of 1 Calabash tree at 2904 Staples Ave, with 4.6" caliper replacement (5-0, Brown recused)
• Approved removal of 1 Calophyllum and 1 Almond tree at 2904 Staples Ave ROW, with 14.9" caliper replacement including at least 1 Canopy tree (5-0, Brown recused)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 3820 Duck Ave, with 12.1" caliper replacement (6-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Crabwood at 411 Louisa St, with 3.8" caliper replacement (6-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Calophyllum at 1127 Johnson St, with 6.4" caliper replacement (5-1, Cunningham no)

City Commission Workshop

The Key West City Commission held a workshop on July 12, 2021, to discuss cruise ships. The agenda was unanimously approved, and public comments were heard from two individuals. No formal decisions were made during the discussion, and the meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

• Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous).
• Discussed cruise ships; no action taken.
• Heard public comments from Boettger and Schulte on cruise ships.

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved a $2,500 allocation for a 9/11 Memorial at the CKW Firehouse Museum, and also approved plans for private development at 1316 Royal Street. The board recommended the City Commission disallow a waiver request from CHI Health Clinic for the 1% public art requirement and remove the waiver section from the code. The board also approved an update to Truman Waterfront Park and received several reports as filed.

• Approved $2,500 for 9/11 Memorial at the CKW Firehouse Museum
• Approved submitted plans for private development at 1316 Royal Street (1% for Public Art)
• Recommended City Commission disallow CHI Health Clinic's waiver for 1% public art and remove waiver section from code
• Approved update to Truman Waterfront Park Phase 1B
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2021 meeting
• Approved agenda as amended
• Received and filed board member terms and responsibilities discussion
• Received and filed budget summary, parks signage update, ordinance review, and administrator report

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Key West Sustainability Advisory Board met on July 8, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda as amended and the meeting minutes. The board received and filed the Strategic Plan: Adaptation presentation, along with reports from the Energy Manager, Sustainability, Waste Diversion, and Transportation. A discussion on water sampling results from Mt Trashmore was postponed.

• Approved the agenda as amended unanimously.
• Approved the meeting minutes via motion by Ms. Morales Kerr, seconded by Mr. Strickland.
• Received and filed the Strategic Plan: Adaptation presentation.
• Postponed the water sampling results discussion from Mt Trashmore.
• Received and filed the Energy Manager Report.
• Received and filed the Sustainability Report.
• Received and filed the Waste Diversion Report.
• Received and filed the Transportation Report.

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board meeting on July 7, 2021, was called to order but ended immediately due to lack of quorum, with only two members present (Mr. Waite and Chairman Castellanos) and five absent. No business was conducted, and no decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 PM.

• No decisions were made; the meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum.

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met on July 1, 2021, with five members present and two absent. The committee unanimously approved the agenda and the June 3, 2021 minutes. A status update on the Douglass Gym expansion CIP was received and filed, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 3, 2021 minutes
• Received and filed status update on Douglass Gym expansion CIP

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of June 30, 2021, are not accessible. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted, so no substantive decisions or actions can be confirmed from this source.

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved all but one of the applications before it, including the reconstruction and demolition at 1118 Whitehead Street, a new pavilion at 1100 Southard Street, and a new accessory structure at 710 Galveston Lane. The commission postponed the construction of two new residences at 512 Catherine Street to July 28, 2021, with Commissioner Oropeza recused. It also approved a painting project at 1114 Fleming Street with a condition that the applicant choose a different color or lighter shade. Chairman Green and Vice-Chairman Burkee were re-elected.

• Approved reconstruction of front porch and renovations at 1118 Whitehead Street (H2021-0024) unanimously.
• Approved demolition of non-historic front porch elements at 1118 Whitehead Street (H2021-0024) unanimously.
• Approved painting at 1114 Fleming Street (H2021-0077) with condition to change color; vote 4-3.
• Approved new pavilion, deck raise, and waterfall at 1100 Southard Street (H2021-0025) unanimously.
• Approved new accessory structure at 710 Galveston Lane (H2021-0026) unanimously.
• Approved new roof structure over rear deck at 615R Grinnell Street (H2021-0027) unanimously.
• Approved new covered deck at 523 Elizabeth Street (H2021-0028) with Commissioner Burkee recused; vote 6-0.
• Postponed construction of two residences at 512 Catherine Street (H2021-0030) to July 28, 2021, with Commissioner Oropeza recused.

Citizen Review Board

The Key West Citizen Review Board approved its agenda and May minutes, then elected Richard Haskins as Chairman and James Olive as Vice-Chairman. The board resolved complaint Barnes 21-001 with a 'No Finding' after the complainant withdrew it. It also received and filed the May Response To Resistance Reports and extended the application period for board membership by thirty days.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 24, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Richard Haskins as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected James Olive as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Resolved Barnes 21-001 with 'No Finding' (unanimous)
• Received and filed May Response To Resistance Reports (unanimous)
• Extended board membership application period by 30 days (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on June 24, 2021, handled 14 cases. Six cases were dismissed after property owners came into compliance, including business tax receipt violations and a fence permit issue. Eight cases were continued to later dates, mostly for status updates or additional time to resolve violations.

• Dismissed Case #21-381 (Louisiana Pacific Land and Water Company) for business tax receipt compliance.
• Dismissed Case #21-1015 (Last Key Realty Inc.) for business tax receipt compliance.
• Dismissed Case #21-1026 (Last Key Realty Inc.) for business tax receipt compliance.
• Continued Case #19-1251 (Joseph P Stefanacci) to July 29, 2021, for building permit violations.
• Continued Case #20-524 (Gregory G Farrelly) to July 29, 2021, for building and licensing violations.
• Continued Case #20-1029 (Rene Leslie Bird) to July 29, 2021, for permit and occupancy violations.
• Continued Case #20-1493 (Lewis Richard T) to August 26, 2021, for easement permit violations.
• Dismissed Case #21-452 (Joseph & Martha Alosa) for fence permit compliance.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and approved its agenda and prior minutes unanimously. All three discussion items — a floating barrier at 1450 Duval Street, a mixed-use redevelopment at 601 Truman Avenue, and a conditional use amendment at 617 Front Street — were received and filed with no vote taken. The meeting adjourned at 11:04 AM.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed major development plan and conditional use for floating barrier at 1450 Duval Street
• Received and filed minor development plan, conditional use, and landscape waiver at 601 Truman Avenue
• Received and filed conditional use amendment at 617 Front Street

City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee

The minutes for the Key West City Charter and District Boundary Review Committee meeting of June 22, 2021, are not available. The record no longer exists and may have been deleted. No decisions, approvals, or discussions can be reported.

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved several variances and development plans, including a variance for 1020 Margaret Street, a conditional use amendment for 112 Fitzpatrick Street, variances for 1307 Newton Street and 210-216 Duval Street, and a major development plan for 210-216 Duval Street. The board also postponed indefinitely a text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan regarding the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan, and postponed a minor development plan for 1020 Margaret Street and a variance for 1115 Grinnell Street to July 15, 2021.

• Granted variance for 1020 Margaret Street (PB Resolution 2021-25)
• Postponed minor development plan for 1020 Margaret Street to July 15, 2021
• Postponed variance for 1115 Grinnell Street to July 15, 2021
• Approved conditional use amendment for 112 Fitzpatrick Street (PB Resolution 2021-26)
• Granted variance for 1307 Newton Street (PB Resolution 2021-27)
• Granted variance for 210-216 Duval Street (PB Resolution 2021-28)
• Approved major development plan and landscape waiver for 210-216 Duval Street (PB Resolution 2021-29)
• Postponed indefinitely the text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan regarding the Water Supply Facilities Work Plan

City Commission

The City Commission approved the City Manager Profile and directed the City Attorney to prepare a two-year employment contract naming Patti McLauchlin as City Manager, to be presented at the next meeting. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including a seafood festival, a special event permit, and contracts for towing and utilities services. Two items were postponed to July 20, 2021: a public art set-aside waiver and a Waste Management rate amendment request.

• Approved City Manager Profile and directed 2-year contract for Patti McLauchlin (6-0, Weekley absent)
• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including Seafood Lobster Festival on Duval Street (Res 21-122)
• Granted special event permit to Conch Republic Seafood Company for boat/car display and fashion show (Res 21-123)
• Awarded wrecker/towing services bid to Arnold's Auto & Marine Repair (Res 21-124)
• Awarded general utilities & infrastructure services bid to Charley Toppino & Sons (Res 21-125)
• Passed resolution urging 2022 bicentennial celebration participation (Res 21-126)
• Passed resolution urging Monroe County to consolidate senior living facilities at Poinciana Gardens (Res 21-127)
• Postponed public art set-aside waiver for CHI Health Center to July 20, 2021

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency met on June 15, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda as presented. The minutes from the June 2, 2021 meeting were approved. A resolution to approve a lease agreement with Vacation Key West, Inc. for space at the Ferry Terminal was withdrawn, and the meeting adjourned at 6:46 P.M.

• Approved the agenda as presented unanimously.
• Approved the minutes from the June 2, 2021 meeting.
• Withdrew Resolution 15-298 CRA Lease, which would have approved a lease with Vacation Key West, Inc. for the Ferry Terminal at 100 Grinnell Street, Suite 207.

Advisory Screening Committee for a City Attorney

The minutes for the Key West Advisory Screening Committee for a City Attorney meeting of 2021-06-14 are not available. The record indicates it no longer exists and may have been deleted. No substantive decisions or actions are recorded.

General Employees Pension Board

The General Employees Pension Board met June 11, 2021, and approved the minutes from its March 19, 2021 meeting. It also received and filed the attorney report and quarterly performance reviews from &co and Highland, both dated March 31, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 11:55 A.M.

• Approved the March 19, 2021 General Pension Board minutes
• Received and filed the Attorney Report
• Received and filed the &co Quarterly Performance Review as of March 31, 2021
• Received and filed the Highland Quarterly Report as of March 31, 2021

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board met on June 10, 2021, with five members present and two absent. The board unanimously approved the agenda and the May 13, 2021 minutes. It received and filed presentations on a mural project at the Hawk Missile Site, a 9/11 memorial project, and a private development at 1316 Royal Street. The board postponed discussion of Truman Waterfront Park Phase 1B to the July 8, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the agenda as presented unanimously.
• Approved the May 13, 2021 minutes unanimously.
• Received and filed the Hawk Missile Site mural project presentation.
• Received and filed the 9/11 memorial project artwork proposal.
• Received and filed the private development presentation for 1316 Royal Street.
• Postponed Truman Waterfront Park Phase 1B discussion to July 8, 2021.

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved the transfer of the Purchase and Dockage Agreement from Sport Fishing Inc. to Cory and Jacelyn Gauron, with a 4-0 vote (one recusal, two absent). The board also approved the May 12, 2021 minutes and received several reports, including the Director's Report, Schooner Western Union Report, and Adept Marketing Report, which were filed without action.

• Approved transfer of Sport Fishing Inc. dockage agreement to Cory and Jacelyn Gauron (4-0, Gibson recused)
• Approved May 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Received and filed Director's Report for May 2021
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union Report
• Received and filed Adept Marketing Report

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved several tree removal permits and landscape plans, including removals at 1609/1613 Duncan Street, 1219 Eliza Street, 324 Virginia Street, 1319 William Street/1316 Royal Street, 1414 Albury Street, 322/324 Truman Avenue, and 100 Grinnell Street. It also approved a settlement for unauthorized tree removals at 1301 1st Street and a replanting plan with a fine for 500 White Street. One application at 2800 N. Roosevelt Blvd was withdrawn.

• Approved mitigation responsibility for 1609/1613 Duncan Street to be 100% on 1613 Duncan Street (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 1219 Eliza Street with replacement on City right of way (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Chinaberry at 324 Virginia Street with 12.2 caliper inches replacement (5-0)
• Approved landscape plan for 1319 William Street/1316 Royal Street with removal of 42 trees and transplanting of 12 palms (5-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo at 1414 Albury Street with 17.8 caliper inches replacement (5-0)
• Approved conceptual landscape plan for 322/324 Truman Avenue with removal of 8 Spanish Lime and 1 Coconut Palm, replaced with 25.3 caliper inches (5-0)
• Approved removal and replacement at 100 Grinnell Street with updated landscape plan (5-0)
• Approved settlement for 1301 1st Street combining two cases, requiring 80 caliper inches of tree donations (5-0)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved the May 6, 2021 minutes unanimously. It received and filed the FY21-22 proposed budget for the Bahama Village TIF Fund and an item on economic development and small business entrepreneurship. Several other items were postponed, including the affordable housing survey presentation and a financial workshop on home purchasing.

• Approved May 6, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed FY21-22 Bahama Village TIF Fund budget
• Received and filed economic development and small business entrepreneurship item
• Postponed affordable housing survey presentation
• Postponed financial workshop on home purchasing
• Postponed status update on Douglass Gym Expansion CIP

City Commission

The City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $2,107,476.50 contract for Whitehead and Front Street improvements, a $546,000 purchase of turbo blowers, and several other routine items. The commission also passed a resolution to reinstate FDOT funding for the Mallory T-Pier project with a $521,835 grant and $173,945 city match. An ordinance to create a density limit in the building permit allocation system was passed to second reading, while an e-bike and micromobility ordinance was postponed to July 20, 2021.

• Approved $2,107,476.50 bid to Charlie Toppino & Sons for Whitehead/Front Street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $546,000 sole-source purchase of three Inovair turbo blowers (unanimous)
• Approved $55,095 purchase of three Lifepak 15 cardiac systems for fire department (unanimous)
• Approved $308,365 lease-to-own financing for SCBA units, switching lessor to Community First National Bank (unanimous)
• Approved $46,108.99 Clean Vessel Act grant for pumpout operations (unanimous)
• Passed to second reading ordinance creating density limit in building permit allocation system (6-0)
• Postponed e-bike and micromobility ordinance to July 20, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved FDOT funding reinstatement for Mallory T-Pier project, $521,835 grant with $173,945 city match (6-0)

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved a two-year extension for the holiday decoration contract with Brandano Displays, Inc., and rejected all bids for the Conch Republic Seafood Company roof/wall cladding project. A lease agreement for the Ferry Terminal was postponed to June 15, 2021. The consent agenda was approved unanimously.

• Approved two-year extension for Brandano Displays holiday decoration contract (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for CRSC roof/wall cladding project (unanimous)
• Postponed Ferry Terminal lease agreement with Vacation Key West, Inc. to June 15, 2021
• Approved May 4, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board unanimously found Frank White of Key West Boyz Co., Inc. in violation of three counts for work beyond permit scope and unlicensed plumbing/electrical work at 819 Georgia St, imposing a $1,600 fine. The board also unanimously found Robert J. Billy of ABC Contracting of the FL Keys in violation of three counts for similar issues at 1122 Stump Lane, issuing a letter of reprimand with a $100 administrative cost. The agenda and April 7, 2021 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Found Frank White/Key West Boyz Co. in violation of 3 counts; fined $1,600 total (unanimous)
• Found Robert J. Billy/ABC Contracting in violation of 3 counts; issued reprimand and $100 administrative cost (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board met with a quorum of five members present and two absent. The board unanimously approved the agenda and the April 29, 2021 minutes. A presentation on the strategic plan for cleanliness was received and filed, and a discussion on youth league funding allocations for FY22 was also received and filed with no formal action taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 29, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed presentation on strategic plan cleanliness
• Received and filed discussion on youth league funding allocations

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing Board, led by Don Yates, issued findings and $250 administrative costs against 808 Southard Street LLC and The Tree Man for noise, permitted use, and vehicle storage violations. Six cases were dismissed after coming into compliance, and several others were continued for status updates or pending applications.

• Found violations and imposed $250 administrative cost on 808 Southard Street LLC and The Tree Man (Case 19-672)
• Dismissed Case 19-1715 (Futterman Phenphak) after compliance
• Dismissed Case 19-1568 (TU-TI-FRU-TI, Inc.) after compliance
• Continued Case 20-1029 (Rene Leslie Bird) to June 24, 2021
• Continued Case 20-1335 (John Lindle) to July 29, 2021
• Continued Case 20-1493 (Lewis Richard T) to June 24, 2021
• Executed settlement agreement with $250 administrative cost and suspended $250 fine for Jude M Brogli (Case 21-314)
• Dismissed Case 18-241 (Lawney Management Company) after compliance

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and handled eight agenda items, all of which were received and filed with no substantive decisions made. The items included conditional use requests, a major development plan, and a landscape waiver. The meeting was procedural, with no approvals, denials, or tabling of any applications.

• Received and filed conditional use revision for restaurant expansion at 529 United Street
• Received and filed major development plan and landscape waiver for 220 Margaret Street
• Received and filed conditional use for scooter rental and food truck at 1325 Simonton Street
• Received and filed conditional use for scooter rental at 1220 Simonton Street
• Received and filed conditional use for scooter rental at 1321 Simonton Street
• Received and filed conditional use for scooter rental at 1401 Simonton Street
• Received and filed conditional use amendment for rental vehicle changes at 112 Fitzpatrick Street

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved all 18 action items on the agenda, including relocations, renovations, demolitions, and new constructions at various Key West properties. All approvals were unanimous or carried with the same 5-0 vote, except for two items at 814 Catherine Street where Commissioner Ingram recused, resulting in a 4-0 vote. The selection of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson was postponed to June 29, 2021.

• Approved relocation/restoration of historic house, new guest house, pool, and site improvements at 714 Passover Lane (5-0)
• Approved demolition of non-historic third floor, wrap porches, and accessory structure at 714 Passover Lane (5-0)
• Approved new accessory structure with garage, porch addition, and driveway at 911 Watson Street (5-0)
• Approved renovations to existing house at 701 Windsor Lane (5-0)
• Approved demolition of existing roof and roof framing at 701 Windsor Lane (5-0)
• Approved major development plan for six new single-family residences at 1316 Royal Street/1319 William Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of non-historic additions at 1316 Royal Street/1319 William Street (5-0)
• Approved new one-story residence, pool, deck, and site improvements at 1221 Royal Street (5-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board met on May 24, 2021, with four members present and two absent. The board unanimously approved the agenda, the April 26, 2021 minutes, and received and filed the April Response to Resistance Reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed April Response to Resistance Reports (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board denied a major modification to a parking agreement for 951 Caroline Street (PB Resolution 2021-18) and approved several variances for properties including 1011 Truman Ave, 511 Truman Ave, 4 Havana Ave, 1518 Von Phister St, and 617 Frances St. The board also approved the Year 8 Building Permit Allocation System awards and postponed two items to June 17, 2021.

• Denied Major Modification to Major Development Plan at 951 Caroline St (5-0)
• Granted variance at 1011 Truman Ave with conditions (5-0)
• Approved Year 8 Building Permit Allocation System awards (5-0)
• Granted variance at 511 Truman Ave with conditions and 4 voluntary applicant conditions (5-0)
• Granted variance at 4 Havana Ave with conditions (4-1)
• Granted variance at 1518 Von Phister St with conditions (3-2)
• Granted variance at 617 Frances St with conditions (5-0)
• Postponed Comprehensive Plan water supply text amendment to June 17, 2021

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved the consent agenda and several resolutions, including a 50-year lease for Rest Beach and a $58,561.58 emergency expenditure for rental assistance. The commission postponed two items to June 2, 2021: a resolution to reinstate $521,835 in FDOT funding for the Mallory T-Pier project and an ordinance regulating e-bikes and micromobility devices.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously
• Approved 50-year Rest Beach lease (Res 21-098)
• Approved $58,561.58 emergency rental assistance to United Way (Res 21-106)
• Approved $81,286.35 change order for Truman Waterfront Park (Res 21-102)
• Approved $59,201 amendment for CH2M Hill engineering services (Res 21-101)
• Approved $113,200 Tetra Tech soil remediation contract (Res 21-105)
• Postponed Mallory T-Pier funding resolution to June 2, 2021 (7-0)
• Postponed e-bike ordinance to June 2, 2021 (unanimous)

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved the Smather's Beach mosaic wall restoration proposal by Liz Young. The board also approved the agenda and the February 11, 2021 minutes. Several discussion items were received and filed, including the Truman Waterfront Park Phase 1B presentation and a 9/11 memorial project update.

• Approved Smather's Beach mosaic wall restoration proposal (unanimous)
• Approved February 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board approved its FY21/22 priorities, amending item #3a to read 'Hire an Adaptation/Energy Manager in order to reach goals' (6-0, with one absence). The board also approved solid waste contract recommendations with Option #2 as outlined in the executive summary, by unanimous vote. Other items were received and filed, including the annual multimodal report and waste contract deep dive; a strategic planning presentation on affordable housing was postponed to August 12, 2021.

• Approved FY21/22 priorities with amendment to item #3a (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved solid waste contract recommendations with Option #2 (unanimous)
• Received and filed annual multimodal report
• Received and filed waste contract deep dive
• Postponed strategic planning presentation on affordable housing to August 12, 2021

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a lease renewal for Vacation Key West, Inc. at Suite 207 in the Ferry Terminal, 100 Grinnell Street, and rejected all bids for ITB #21-003 (CRSC Roof/Wall Cladding at the Key West Historic Seaport). Both actions passed unanimously. The board also approved the agenda and April 14, 2021 minutes, and received reports from the Director, Schooner Western Union, and Adept Marketing as filed.

• Approved lease renewal for Vacation Key West, Inc. at Suite 207, Ferry Terminal, 100 Grinnell Street (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for ITB #21-003 CRSC Roof/Wall Cladding at Key West Historic Seaport (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Key West Bight Preservation Association presentation
• Received and filed Director's Report
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union Report
• Received and filed Adept Marketing Report

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved 10 tree removal requests, each conditioned on planting replacement trees of specified caliper inches from the approved list. One removal request was denied due to the tree's public visibility, and two administrative hearings were postponed to June 7, 2021. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved removal of 1 Sapodilla tree at 1007 Simonton St, with 25.6 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 1514 4th St, with 3.5 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 2 Strangler Fig and 1 Gumbo Limbo trees at 1508 & 1514 4th St, with 36.8 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Sea Grape tree at 900 Flagler Ave, with 22 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig tree at 922 Thomas St, with 37.2 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 302 Angela St, with 14.1 caliper inches replacement (3-1)
• Approved removal of 1 Spanish Lime tree at 709 Thomas St, with 24.2 caliper inches replacement (4-0)
• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana tree at 716 Elizabeth St, with 10 caliper inches replacement (4-0)

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved a recommendation to the City Commission for revisions to the Douglass Gym expansion project, preferring Option C (one-story building) over Options A and B. The committee also received and filed updates on the CHI Health Clinic construction and the 3.2 TWP affordable housing project, and approved the April 1, 2021 minutes. The agenda was approved as amended, and a presentation on the April 21 affordable housing workshop was received and filed.

• Approved recommendation for Douglass Gym expansion with preference for Option C (one-story) (7-0)
• Approved April 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Received and filed affordable housing workshop presentation
• Received and filed CHI Health Clinic construction update
• Received and filed 3.2 TWP affordable housing update

City Commission

The Key West City Commission approved a resolution recommending a Complete Street design for the A1A/South Roosevelt Boulevard project, with a 3-lane undivided roadway and bike lanes, replacing a prior recommendation. The commission also adopted amended rules of procedure allowing public comment on presentations, and directed staff to work with the Frederick Douglass Black Educators Memorial to establish a museum. A proposed face-covering ordinance was withdrawn.

• Approved Complete Street design for A1A/South Roosevelt Blvd (6-1)
• Adopted amended rules of procedure for public comment (6-1)
• Directed staff to work with Frederick Douglass Black Educators Memorial for museum (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending city property licensing (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda unanimously
• Withdrew face-covering ordinance
• Postponed sound ordinance exemption for DL Porter Constructors to May 19

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included awarding a $908,542 construction contract to DL Porter Constructors for spalling repair at 201 William Street, renewing a two-year master agreement with Sea Tech of the Florida Keys, and approving leases for Key West Bait and Tackle and Fisherman's Cafe. All items were passed as part of the consent agenda with no separate discussion.

• Approved $908,542 bid from DL Porter Constructors for 201 William Street spalling repair (unanimous)
• Approved two-year renewal of master agreement with Sea Tech of the Florida Keys for construction services (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Joseph A. Garr, Joe King, LLC D/B/A Key West Bait and Tackle for 241, 251A-21B Margaret Street (unanimous)
• Approved lease with S&M of Lazy Way, Inc. D/B/A Fisherman's Cafe for Lazy Way Units C & D (unanimous)
• Approved assignment of lease from S&M of Lazy Way to Fisherman's Cafe (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved a recommendation to the City Commission to identify a funding source for reviewing authorized uses at the Hawk Missile Site, with resources in the FY-22 budget for parking, safety, and environmental preservation. The board also approved the March 29, 2021 minutes and received reports on league funding and the FY22 budget. A presentation on cleanliness was postponed to May 27, 2021.

• Approved recommendation to City Commission for Hawk Missile Site funding and preparation (6-0)
• Approved March 29, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Received and filed league funding allocation report
• Received and filed FY22 budget and Q2 YTD report

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on April 29, 2021, handled 20 cases, mostly continuing them to later dates for final rulings or compliance. Eight cases were dismissed because the property owners came into compliance, including cases involving fire inspection fees, business tax receipts, and after-the-fact permits. One settlement agreement was signed for a fence permit case. No new fines or penalties were imposed at this hearing.

• Dismissed Case #21-160 (Edward Cabrera) for fire inspection fee compliance
• Dismissed Case #20-1457 (Florida Keys Ventures LLC) for ceasing unlicensed bicycle tours
• Dismissed Case #21-174 (The Sole Man Inc) for paying past due fees
• Dismissed Case #21-182 (ICONI KEY WEST LLC) for paying past due fees
• Dismissed Case #21-382 (Stephen G Whitesell) for obtaining permits and HARC approval
• Dismissed Case #21-159 (The Studio Hair and Salon) for paying delinquent fees
• Dismissed Case #19-1715 (Futterman Phenphak) continued to May 27, 2021
• Signed settlement agreement for Case #20-313 (SH5 LTD) regarding fence permits

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved all action items on the agenda, including renovations and demolitions at 1311 Eliza Street, design and demolition at 1211 Knowles Lane, solar panel installations at 210 Olivia Street and 898 United Street, and stairs/demolition at 1108 Petronia Street. One item, a new accessory structure at 911 Watson Street, was postponed to May 25, 2021. All votes were unanimous or with noted absences.

• Approved renovation and 288 sq ft rear addition at 1311 Eliza Street (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved demolition of front porch enclosure and two non-contributing structures at 1311 Eliza Street (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved new wall, gable roof extension, and covered porch at 1211 Knowles Lane (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved partial demolition at 1211 Knowles Lane (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved 30 solar panels at 210 Olivia Street with condition to conceal battery/wiring (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved 10 solar panels at 898 United Street with condition to conceal battery/wiring (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved new stairs and egress at 1108 Petronia Street with condition on column corners (6-0, 1 absent)
• Postponed new accessory structure at 911 Watson Street to May 25, 2021

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board meeting was largely procedural. The board approved the agenda and the March 22, 2021 minutes unanimously. It also received and filed the March Response to Resistance Reports (RRI) unanimously. Sgt. Joseph Stockton assumed duties as Police Liaison as of this date.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed March Response to Resistance Reports (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a resolution awarding 103 units from the Building Permit Allocation System's Affordable-Early Evacuation Pool, and granted several variances and an alcohol sales exception. The board also approved a transient license transfer and a major development plan, while postponing one variance request to July 15, 2021.

• Approved 103-unit affordable housing allocation (PB Resolution 2021-06, 7-0)
• Granted alcohol sales exception at 907 Whitehead Street with music ending by 11 PM (PB Resolution 2021-07, 6-1)
• Postponed variance at 3528 Eagle Avenue to July 15, 2021 (7-0)
• Granted variance at 615 R Grinnell Street (PB Resolution 2021-08, 7-0)
• Granted variance at 1524 Flagler Avenue (PB Resolution 2021-09, 6-1)
• Granted variance at 324 Virginia Street (PB Resolution 2021-10, 7-0)
• Approved transient license transfer to 512 Catherine Street with modified conditions (PB Resolution 2021-11, 6-1)
• Approved major development plan at 1319 William Street & 1316 Royal Street (PB Resolution 2021-12, 7-0)

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved several action items, including a $908,542 contract award to DL Porter Constructors, Inc. for spalling repair at 201 William Street, lease renewals and an assignment for Fisherman's Café, and a credit of approximately $0.30 per net usable square foot to tenants. All votes were 6-0 with one absence. The board also received and filed reports and presentations, including the Key West Bight Preservation Association presentation and the Director's Report.

• Approved sale of Blue Q Adventures, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved lease renewal at 251 A-B Margaret Street (6-0)
• Approved $908,542 contract to DL Porter Constructors, Inc. for 201 William Street spalling repair (6-0)
• Approved lease renewal for Fisherman's Café Units C and D on Lazy Way Lane (6-0)
• Approved lease assignment from S & M of Lazy Way, Inc. to Fisherman's Café (6-0)
• Approved 2019-20 expense reconciliation with $0.30/sq ft tenant credit (6-0)

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved seven tree removal requests, each conditioned on replacement plantings or donations to the Tree Fund. It also approved a $14,002.65 purchase of trees using Tree Fund money, amended a settlement agreement, and postponed two administrative hearing items.

• Approved removal of 1 Green Buttonwood at 2647 & 2649 Gulfview Dr, replaced with 7.6 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees or Tree Fund donation (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig at 1609 & 1613 Duncan St, replaced with 45 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees or Tree Fund donation (unanimous)
• Tabled and postponed removal of 1 Sapodilla at 1007 Simonton St to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Mango at 614 Petronia St, replaced with 15.4 caliper inches including at least one fruit tree (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana at 627 Caroline St, replaced with 17.6 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 1 Sea Grape at 914 Grinnell St, replaced with 23 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
• Approved removal of 2 Green Buttonwood rootballs at 1730 United St, replaced with 41.9 caliper inches of dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
• Approved $14,002.65 Tree Fund purchase from Getting Green, removing Simpson stoppers from list (unanimous)

Contractors Examining Board

The Contractors Examining Board approved the agenda and minutes, and welcomed new member Charles Waite. The board found contractor Frank White of Key West Boyz Co., Inc. in violation of three counts for building an accessory structure and installing plumbing without permits, and voted to recommend fines totaling $1,500 plus $100 in administrative costs to the state. The meeting adjourned at 3:31 PM.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the October 2, 2019 minutes unanimously.
• Approved the proposed 2020/2021 meeting dates.
• Found Frank White of Key West Boyz Co., Inc. in violation of three counts (building without a permit, plumbing without a permit, unlicensed plumbing) and voted to recommend $500 per count plus $100 administrative costs to DBPR.

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee met with only three of seven members present, lacking a quorum. They unanimously approved the amended agenda and the March 4, 2021 minutes. The discussion on the Douglass Gym Expansion Project was postponed, and the continued discussion on the 3.2 TW Parcel and Diesel Plant was received and filed. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed discussion on Douglass Gym Expansion Project
• Received and filed continued discussion on 3.2 TW Parcel and Diesel Plant

City Commission

The Key West City Commission denied an ordinance to expand the Housing Authority board from five to seven members (5-2). It also appointed Patti McLauchlin as interim city manager with a salary increase to $185,000, and approved a partial payout of outgoing City Manager Gregory Veliz's accrued leave. Several items were postponed, including a strategic planning discussion and a $35,000 youth employment program.

• Denied ordinance to expand Housing Authority board to seven members (5-2)
• Appointed Patti McLauchlin as interim city manager with $185,000 salary (7-0)
• Approved partial payout of accrued leave to City Manager Gregory Veliz (5-2)
• Approved $850,000 settlement with Florida Keys Mosquito Control District (Res 21-037)
• Approved six-month extension of sewage pumpout interlocal agreement with Monroe County (Res 21-038)
• Approved Duval Street closure for Conch Republic street fair (Res 21-039)
• Ratified emergency HVAC procurement for police department (Res 21-040)
• Approved $65,748 change order for Bertha Street stormwater project (Res 21-042)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the agenda as amended and the February 25, 2021 minutes. They received and filed several informational items, including updates on the Hawk Missile Site, Truman Waterfront 1B, the Adopt a Park Program, MLK Pool, staff reports, budget discussions, and a TDC grant. The board also approved the attached working document as the Quarterly Update.

• Approved the agenda as amended (unanimous).
• Approved the February 25, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous).
• Received and filed the Hawk Missile Site presentation by Richard Misch.
• Received and filed the Truman Waterfront 1B update by Albi Balliu.
• Received and filed the Adopt a Park Program update by Dee Dee Green.
• Received and filed the Hawk Missile Site proposal add-on by William Soto.
• Received and filed the MLK Pool discussion item.
• Approved the attached working document as the Quarterly Update (unanimous).

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate heard 24 code enforcement cases, issuing findings and orders with $250 administrative fees for several violations, including repeat mask ordinance violations at Waterfront Brewery, Fogarty's, and Jack Flats. Multiple cases were continued to April 29, 2021, for compliance or service, and several were dismissed due to compliance or business closure.

• Granted finding and order with $250 administrative fee for Waterfront Brewery mask violation (Case 21-252).
• Granted finding and order with $250 administrative fee for Fogarty's mask violation (Case 21-255).
• Dismissed case for Gary Stern (Case 20-1267) due to compliance.
• Granted finding and order with $250 administrative fee and $250/day fine if not compliant by April 5, 2021, for GAP (Case 21-181).
• Continued Bimini Village Condominium case to April 29, 2021, for status (Case 19-846).
• Continued Jessica Clark case to April 29, 2021, after reviewing power of attorney (Case 18-1639).
• Granted finding of violation with $250 administrative fee and $250/day fine if not compliant by April 29, 2021, for Rene Leslie Bird (Case 20-1029).
• Granted finding and order with $250 administrative fee for Nature Treasures Key West mask violation (Case 21-358).

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting, both by unanimous vote. The two discussion items—a major development plan and landscape waiver for 210-216 Duval and a similar request for 322-324½ Truman Avenue—were received and filed, meaning no action was taken on them. The meeting adjourned at 10:56 AM.

• Approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote.
• Approved the minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting by unanimous vote.
• Received and filed the major development plan and landscape waiver for 210-216 Duval (no action taken).
• Received and filed the major development plan and landscape waiver for 322-324½ Truman Avenue (no action taken).

Citizen Review Board

The Citizen Review Board approved its agenda and the January 25, 2021 minutes. The board voted unanimously to close Aydant Complaint No: 20-002 with a finding of 'Policy Deficiency', noting the deficiency was corrected through epilepsy awareness and response training for Key West law enforcement. The board also voted unanimously to receive and file the January and February Response to Resistance Reports. The meeting adjourned at 5:19 p.m.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved the January 25, 2021 minutes unanimously.
• Closed Aydant Complaint No: 20-002 with a finding of 'Policy Deficiency' unanimously.
• Received and filed all Response to Resistance Reports (January and February) unanimously.

General Employees Pension Board

The board approved splitting the cost of an actuary study with Teamsters Local 769 to consider increasing the General Pension Benefit Factor from 2.5 to 3.0, passing 4-1. They also approved attendance at the FPPTA virtual CEU program and the prior meeting minutes. Discussion items were received and filed, including the operations manual, trustee election date, and quarterly reports.

• Approved splitting actuary study cost with Teamsters Local 769 to evaluate benefit factor increase from 2.5 to 3.0 (4-1, Gibson no)
• Approved attendance at FPPTA Virtual CEU Program for Budde, Parker, and Smith (unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed operations/policy manual; comments due by April 19, 2021
• Received and filed quarterly reports from &co and Highland as of 12/31/2020
• Received and filed attorney, administrator, and retirement/DROP/termination reports

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved a resolution recommending a text amendment to the Land Development Regulations creating Section 108-1001, which limits density in the Building Permit Allocation System (BPAS). The board also unanimously voted to keep Sam Holland as Chairperson and James Gilleran as Vice-Chairperson. Several items were postponed to April 22, 2021, including the alcohol sales exception for 907 Whitehead Street, a variance for 615 R Grinnell Street, a variance for 1524 Flagler Avenue, a variance for 324 Virginia Street, a transient license transfer to 512 Catherine Street, and a major development plan for 1319 William Street & 1316 Royal Street. An application for 103 units from the BPAS 'Affordable - Early Evacuation Pool' was withdrawn.

• Approved PB Resolution 2021-05 recommending a text amendment to create Section 108-1001, limiting density in the Building Permit Allocation System (BPAS).
• Approved keeping Sam Holland as Chairperson and James Gilleran as Vice-Chairperson.
• Postponed to April 22, 2021: Alcohol Sales Exception for 907 Whitehead Street.
• Postponed to April 22, 2021: Variance for 615 R Grinnell Street.
• Postponed to April 22, 2021: Variance for 1524 Flagler Avenue.
• Postponed to April 22, 2021: Variance for 324 Virginia Street.
• Postponed to April 22, 2021: Transient License Transfer to 512 Catherine Street.
• Postponed to April 22, 2021: Major Development Plan for 1319 William Street & 1316 Royal Street.

Tree Commission

The Key West Tree Commission approved removal of one Mango tree at 1522 Georgia Street, requiring replacement with 18.5 caliper inches of native or fruit trees. It denied removal of a Mahogany tree at 412 Porter Lane due to its unique or rare specimen status and public visibility. The commission also entered into compliance settlement agreements for two unauthorized tree removals, requiring replacement plantings. The agenda and February 9, 2021 minutes were approved unanimously, and the 2020 yearly report and Urban Forestry Manager's report were received and filed.

• Approved removal of one Mango tree at 1522 Georgia Street, with replacement of 18.5 caliper inches of native or fruit trees
• Denied removal of one Mahogany tree at 412 Porter Lane due to unique/rare specimen status and public visibility
• Passed action item for final landscape plan approval with tree removal for Frederick Douglass Gym expansion at 111 Olivia Street
• Entered compliance settlement agreement for removal of Lignum vitae tree at 725 White Street, requiring planting a 1.5 caliper inch Lignum vitae within 6 months
• Entered compliance settlement agreement for removal of Gumbo limbo tree at 6 Kestral Way, requiring planting 8 caliper inches of approved dicot trees
• Approved agenda unanimously as presented
• Approved February 9, 2021 minutes unanimously
• Received and filed 2020 Tree Commission Yearly Report and Urban Forestry Manager's February 2021 report

Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee

The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee voted 5-1 to deny the AH of Monroe County, Inc. proposal for affordable housing on the 3.2 TW Parcel and to bring the matter back for an RFP recommendation. The committee also voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Commission issue a Request for Proposals for the Diesel Plant, combining commercial and residential use as one capital project. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Denied AH Monroe County, Inc. affordable housing proposal for 3.2 TW Parcel (5-1)
• Recommended bringing matter back for RFP recommendation at next meeting
• Recommended City Commission issue RFP for Diesel Plant including commercial and residential use (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved March 4, 2021 minutes unanimously

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included three resolutions. Resolution 21-034 approved the assignment of a lease for 201 William Street Unit A from Kimberly Cragin D/B/A Key West Artworks, LLC to Conch Tees and Souvenirs, Inc. D/B/A Bumble Bee Silver Company. Resolutions 21-035 and 21-036 approved new lease agreements with Yours and Mayan Imports, LLC for Lazy Way Lane Unit A and Dragonfly Key West, LLC for Lazy Way Lane Unit G, respectively. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Approved the agenda unanimously as presented.
• Approved the minutes from the February 2, 2021 meeting.
• Approved Resolution 21-034: lease assignment from Key West Artworks to Bumble Bee Silver Company for 201 William Street Unit A.
• Approved Resolution 21-035: lease agreement with Yours and Mayan Imports, LLC for Lazy Way Lane Unit A.
• Approved Resolution 21-036: lease agreement with Dragonfly Key West, LLC for Lazy Way Lane Unit G.
• Approved the consent agenda as a whole by unanimous vote.

City Commission

The City Commission adopted an emergency ordinance amending Ordinance 21-01 to mandate face coverings in public with certain exceptions, passing 6-1 with Commissioner Wardlow dissenting. The Commission also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a $167,890 grant for the Mallory Square Sunshades project, a one-year extension for emergency management consulting services, and amendments to the definition of affordable housing. Two items were postponed to March 16, 2021: a resolution regarding a lien release for 3713 Donald Avenue and a resolution for the Mallory T-Pier Extension project funding.

• Adopted emergency ordinance amending face-covering mandate (Ord 21-07), 6-1.
• Approved $167,890 grant from Monroe County TDC for Mallory Square Sunshades project (Res 21-028).
• Approved one-year extension for Tidal Basin emergency management consulting services (Res 21-029).
• Approved procurement of three trailers for Wickers Field, not to exceed $113,435 (Res 21-030).
• Approved contract amendment for South Roosevelt Boulevard Reconstruction Project, extending to June 30, 2025 (Res 21-031).
• Approved building permit plans review and inspection services agreement with All Aspects Inspection Services (Res 21-032).
• Approved easement agreement for brick pavers at 2407 Harris Avenue (Res 21-033).
• Adopted ordinances amending the definition of affordable housing (very low income) (Ord 21-08, Ord 21-09).

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board met and approved the agenda and minutes from December 14, 2020, and January 28, 2021, all unanimously. The board received and filed several informational presentations and reports, including online scheduling, grants, goals, strategic plan, budget, and facility updates. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved agenda as changed (unanimous)
• Approved December 14, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 28, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed online scheduling & field use presentation
• Received and filed grant presentation
• Received and filed goals & objectives discussion
• Received and filed strategic plan discussion
• Received and filed budget analysis, trailer update, and facilities reports

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met and approved the agenda and the January 28, 2021 minutes by unanimous vote. The only substantive item was a request for an easement agreement for an existing encroachment of 10.12 square feet at 524 Southard Street; this item was received and filed, with no decision made. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 AM.

• Approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote.
• Approved the January 28, 2021 minutes by unanimous vote.
• Received and filed the easement request for 524 Southard Street (no action taken).

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved the mass, scale, and proportions of the new community center at 111 Olivia Street, subject to further details on windows, plants, and equipment, after a broader approval motion failed. The commission also approved demolition of the non-historic structure at that site. Several other projects were approved, including work at 419-425 Southard/532-534 Duval, 7 Nassau Lane (skylight only), 1122 Stump Lane, 615 Frances, 715 Windsor Lane, 511 Frances, and 728 Poorhouse Lane. The renovation and demolition at 1311 Eliza Street were postponed to next month's meeting.

• Approved agenda and January 26, 2021 minutes unanimously.
• Elected Haven Burkee as Vice-Chairperson (6-0, Powell absent).
• Passed stabilization and facade work at 419-425 Southard/532-534 Duval, subject to door swing code compliance (6-0).
• Passed after-the-fact demolition of first floor facades at 419 Southard (6-0).
• Passed skylight at 7 Nassau Lane; windows portion withdrawn by applicant (6-0).
• Postponed renovation and demolition at 1311 Eliza Street to next month (6-0).
• Passed after-the-fact renovation and demolition at 1122 Stump Lane (6-0).
• Approved mass, scale, proportions of community center at 111 Olivia Street, subject to further details; demolition of non-historic structure passed (6-0).

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved variances and a major development plan with conditional use and landscape waivers for a 9,496 sq ft two-story community center at 111 Olivia Street, both by a 6-0 vote. The board also postponed several items, including an alcohol sales exception for 907 Whitehead Street and a transient license transfer to 536 Fleming Street, and indefinitely postponed two requests for 1020 Margaret Street. A text amendment was withdrawn by staff.

• Approved variances for 111 Olivia Street (6-0)
• Approved major development plan, conditional use, and landscape waivers for 111 Olivia Street (6-0)
• Postponed alcohol sales exception for 907 Whitehead Street to March 18, 2021
• Postponed variance for 1020 Margaret Street indefinitely
• Postponed minor development plan and landscape waiver for 1020 Margaret Street indefinitely
• Postponed transient license transfer to 536 Fleming Street to May 20, 2021
• Withdrawn text amendment to Land Development Regulations
• Postponed text amendment to Comprehensive Plan to May 20, 2021

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate found a violation against the owner of 3011 Riviera Drive for failing to obtain proper building, electrical, and plumbing permits, imposing a $250 administrative fee and $250 per day fine per count if not in compliance by April 20, 2021. The case was continued to April 29, 2021. Several other cases were dismissed for compliance, continued, or settled, including a settlement agreement for 820 White Street with a $250 administrative cost and suspended $500 fine.

• Found violation at 3011 Riviera Drive; $250 fee + $250/day per count if not compliant by Apr 20, 2021 (continued to Apr 29)
• Dismissed Red Shoe Island Bistro case (in compliance)
• Dismissed 727 Emma Street case (in compliance)
• Dismissed 1824 Fogarty Ave case (in compliance)
• Dismissed 1100 Truman Ave case (in compliance)
• Approved settlement for 820 White Street: $250 admin cost, $500 suspended fine
• Denied mitigation for Mangoes Restaurant; must pay $250 fee + $250 fine
• Granted continuances for multiple cases to Mar 25 or Apr 29, 2021

City Commission

The City Commission adopted two ordinances creating the Historic Neighborhood Commercial District Bahama Village Truman Waterfront (HNC-4) and amending the Comprehensive Plan to allow up to 40 dwelling units per acre. An amendment to reduce market-rate units from 28 to 16 failed. The commission also denied an appeal of a conditional use approval at 809-811 Terry Lane, reinstating a condition for good-faith hiring of Bahama Village residents. Several other items were postponed to March 2, 2021.

• Adopted ordinance creating HNC-4 zoning district (5-1, 1 absent)
• Adopted Comprehensive Plan amendment for HNC-4 (5-1, 1 absent)
• Denied appeal of conditional use at 809-811 Terry Lane, reinstated condition #13 (7-0)
• Passed resolution urging state support for affordable housing tax exemptions (7-0)
• Passed resolution designating police horse stables as Kenneth 'Borroso' Rahming Equine Facility (7-0)
• Passed resolution urging Home Rule support (7-0)
• Passed first reading of micromobility ordinance (6-1)
• Postponed affordable housing definition ordinances and other items to March 2, 2021

Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. It unanimously approved the agenda and the January 14, 2021 minutes. Discussion items on the strategic plan, Parks & Rec presentation, and Smathers Beach mosaic wall restoration were received and filed. The meeting adjourned at 6:34 P.M.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved January 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed strategic plan process update
• Received and filed Parks & Rec board presentation update
• Received and filed Smathers Beach mosaic wall restoration update

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board postponed its recommendation on the City's 2020 Water Supply Plan and related comprehensive plan updates to its March 11, 2021 meeting. The board approved the agenda and January 14, 2021 minutes unanimously. Several reports and discussions were received and filed, including the Fare Free Resolution and FY21/22 priorities.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved January 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Water Supply Plan recommendation to March 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Received and filed Fare Free Resolution discussion
• Received and filed SAB FY21/22 Priorities discussion
• Received and filed Sustainability, Transportation, Energy Manager, and Waste Diversion reports

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a lease assignment for Key West Artworks to Conch Tees and Souvenirs, lease renewals for Yours and Mayan Imports and Dragonfly Key West, and the sale of Wild Dolphin Adventures. All four actions passed with a 4-0 vote, with three members absent. The board also received and filed several reports and presentations.

• Approved lease assignment from Kimberly Cragin D/B/A Key West Artworks to Conch Tees and Souvenirs, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved lease renewal for Yours and Mayan Imports, LLC for Unit A on Lazy Way Lane (4-0)
• Approved lease renewal for Dragonfly Key West, LLC for Unit G on Lazy Way Lane (4-0)
• Approved sale of Wild Dolphin Adventures, LLC (4-0)
• Received and filed Key West Bight Board Preservation Association presentation
• Received and filed Greene Street Parking Lot, Reef Relief, Fish House, Ice House conceptual redevelopment presentation
• Received and filed reports from Schooner Western Union, Adept Marketing, and the Director

City Commission

The Key West City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for Smathers Beach monitoring, mooring field inspections, drainage design, and marine fenders. Two ordinances amending the definition of affordable housing (very low income) were passed to second reading unanimously. An ordinance prohibiting feeding poultry was adopted unanimously, and a police/firefighter retirement plan compliance ordinance was also adopted unanimously. A quasi-judicial appeal and two HNC-4 zoning ordinances were postponed to February 17, 2021.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including $142,076 Smathers Beach monitoring contract
• Awarded 3-year mooring field inspection contract to Seamar Divers, LLC ($29,502/year)
• Approved $445,410 drainage design task order for Harris Avenue and 10th Street
• Approved $252,250 sole-source purchase of marine fenders for Navy Mole Pier
• Passed to second reading ordinance amending affordable housing definition (very low income) in Chapter 86 (7-0)
• Passed to second reading ordinance amending affordable housing definition in Chapter 122 (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting feeding poultry (7-0)
• Adopted police/firefighter retirement plan IRS compliance ordinance (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board met in a workshop and took no formal votes or decisions. The agenda was approved unanimously as changed, and several informational presentations were received and filed, including updates on board goals, Bayview Park renovations, the FY21 budget, and Truman Waterfront projects. Two presentations were not received: one on grant funding and one on online scheduling and field use.

• Approved agenda as changed (unanimous)
• Received and filed AIPP presentation
• Received and filed Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Goals and Objectives presentation
• Received and filed Bayview Park Renovations update
• Received and filed Parks and Recreation Budget FY21 and Truman Waterfront Budget FY21 discussion
• Received and filed Truman Waterfront 1B & Football/Lacrosse Trailers update

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on January 28, 2021, addressed 25 cases, including building permit violations, business tax receipt issues, and mask ordinance violations. The Special Magistrate granted continuances for many cases, dismissed one case for compliance, and issued findings and orders with administrative fees and fines for several mask violations. Some cases were settled with agreed fees and fines, while others received findings without fines due to corrective actions.

• Granted continuance to 18 Feb 2021 for case 19-1715 (permit violations)
• Ordered fines to begin for case 20-622 (no permits applied)
• Granted continuance to 18 Feb 2021 for case 20-790 (permit violations)
• Dismissed case 20-241 (came into compliance)
• Executed settlement agreement for case 21-30: $250 admin fee, $250 suspended fine
• Granted finding and order with $250 admin fee and $250 fine for case 20-1422 (mask violation)
• Granted finding and order with $250 admin fee and $250 fine for case 20-1383 (mask violation)
• Granted finding and order with $250 admin fee but no fines for case 19-672 (noise/commercial use violations)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee met on January 28, 2021, and approved the agenda and the minutes from December 17, 2020, by unanimous votes. All three discussion items—a revocable license for a historic sign at 428 Greene Street, a transient unit and license transfer to 512 Catherine Street, and a conditional use request for 1327 Duval Street—were received and filed with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 10:21 AM.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 17, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed revocable license for historic sign at 428 Greene Street
• Received and filed transient unit and license transfer to 512 Catherine Street
• Received and filed conditional use request for 1327 Duval Street

Historic Architectural Review Commission

The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved multiple renovation and demolition projects, including the replacement of storefronts and demolition of a fire escape at 601 Duval Street. Two items for 419-425 Southard and 532-534 Duval Streets were postponed because the applicant was not present. A new accessory structure at 609 Angela Street was approved with one commissioner recused.

• Approved storefront/window/door replacement and roof work at 601 Duval Street (7-0)
• Approved removal of storefronts and demolition of exterior fire escape at 601 Duval Street (7-0)
• Approved new accessory structure at 609 Angela Street (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Postponed stabilization and facade restoration at 419-425 Southard and 532-534 Duval Streets (7-0)
• Postponed after-the-fact demolition at 419-425 Southard and 532-534 Duval Streets (7-0)
• Approved renovation and elevation of house at 1423 Petronia Street (4-3)
• Approved removal of non-historic side porch and rear awning at 1423 Petronia Street (7-0)
• Approved completion of accessory structure at 727 Emma Street (7-0)

Citizen Review Board

The Key West Citizen Review Board met on January 25, 2021, with a quorum of five members present. The board approved the agenda and the November 23, 2020 minutes. It dismissed complaint 20-005 (Paolucci) with a unanimous 'No Finding' vote. The board also continued to hold over complaint 20-002 to monitor police training on epileptic seizures, and received and filed the November and December Response to Resistance Reports.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 23, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Dismissed complaint 20-005 (Paolucci) with 'No Finding' (unanimous)
• Held over complaint 20-002 for continued monitoring of police training on seizures
• Received and filed November Response to Resistance Reports
• Received and filed December Response to Resistance Reports

City Commission Workshop

The Key West City Commission met in a workshop on January 25, 2021, to discuss affordable housing. The discussion focused on the city's ongoing efforts, including requiring affordable units in new developments, amending the Comprehensive Plan, and pursuing public-private partnerships. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the item was discussed only.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Affordable housing workshop discussed, no action taken

Planning Board

The Key West Planning Board approved two variances: one for a roof expansion at 1108 Petronia Street and one for a pool and spa at 1409 Albury Street. Six other items, including a parking agreement amendment, an alcohol sales exception, and several postponement requests, were postponed to future meetings. The board also approved the agenda and minutes unanimously.

• Approved variance for roof expansion at 1108 Petronia Street (5-0)
• Approved variance for pool and spa at 1409 Albury Street with conditions (4-1)
• Postponed parking agreement amendment at 951 Caroline Street to May 20, 2021
• Postponed alcohol sales exception at 907 Whitehead Street to February 18, 2021
• Postponed variance at 1020 Margaret Street to February 18, 2021
• Postponed minor development plan at 1020 Margaret Street to February 18, 2021
• Postponed transient license transfer to 536 Fleming Street to February 18, 2021
• Postponed two text amendments (Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations) to February 18, 2021

City Commission

The Key West City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included reappointing Richard B. Wagner to the Citizens Review Board, recognizing the CH2M/Jacobs merger, approving a $47,370 sea level rise design task order, a Poinciana Gardens funding interlocal agreement, and purchasing stormwater equipment. The Commission also authorized the City Manager to negotiate a building inspection contract with All Aspects Inspection Services, LLC, postponed an appeal hearing to February 2, 2021, passed two ordinances to second reading, and adopted an ordinance amending land development regulations regarding decks, patios, hot tubs, and pools.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including reappointing Richard B. Wagner to Citizens Review Board (Res 21-005)
• Approved CH2M/Jacobs merger recognition and authorization (Res 21-006)
• Approved $47,370 task order for sea level rise design criteria (Res 21-007)
• Approved Poinciana Gardens funding interlocal agreement (Res 21-008)
• Approved $162,030.50 stormwater pump purchase and $24,597.64 valves (Res 21-009)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate building inspection contract with All Aspects Inspection Services (7-0, Res 21-010)
• Postponed Nancy Paulic appeal to February 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Passed poultry feeding ban ordinance to second reading (7-0)

Sustainability Advisory Board

The Sustainability Advisory Board approved a recommendation for fare-free transit on all city routes, funded by a $0.50 increase in parking fares, with all raised monies going to the Transit Amenities Fund (TAF). The board also approved the leaf blower ordinance action items and postponed the Water Supply Plan recommendation. Several reports and presentations were received and filed.

• Approved leaf blower ordinance action items (5-0)
• Approved recommending fare-free transit and $0.50 parking fare increase for all city routes, with monies to TAF (4-1)
• Postponed recommendation on 2020 Water Supply Plan and related comp plan/LDR updates
• Received and filed fare-free transit presentation
• Received and filed transit fare-free status and 10-year plan discussion
• Received and filed reports on sustainability, waste diversion, energy & water, and transportation

Key West Bight Management District Board

The Key West Bight Management District Board approved the award of ITB #21-002 for spalling repair at 201 William St (Key West Historic Seaport) to Tadeos Engineering LLC, authorizing the City Manager to execute the contract for $685,940. The board also approved the agenda and the December 9, 2020 minutes unanimously. Several reports were received and filed, including the Director's Report, Schooner Western Union Report, and Adept Marketing Report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved ITB #21-002 201 William St Spalling Repair to Tadeos Engineering LLC, $685,940 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed Key West Bight Board Preservation Association presentation
• Received and filed Director's Report (December 2020)
• Received and filed Schooner Western Union Report
• Received and filed Adept Marketing Report

Code Enforcement Hearing

The Code Compliance Hearing on January 7, 2021, addressed three new cases of failure to wear facial coverings under Ordinance 20-18. All three cases were continued to later dates: two at the City's request to respond to Joe Walsh's written argument, and one to allow time for a settlement agreement to be signed. No fines or penalties were imposed at this hearing.

• Continued Case #20-1422 (Flying Monkeys, 227 Duval St) to later date
• Continued Case #20-1383 (Waterfront Brewery LLC, 201 William St) to later date
• Continued Case #20-1386 (Hanks Saloon, 409 Caroline St) to later date

Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency

The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency approved the consent agenda, which included approving a lease assignment for 276 Margaret Street and withdrawing the RFP for the former Keys Diesel Plant. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no substantive debate.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (6-0)
• Approved lease assignment from Jack Anderson DBA Local Color to Local Color Key West, Inc. for 276 Margaret Street (Res 21-003)
• Withdrew RFP #001-19 to Key West Art and Historical Society for Keys Diesel Plant, terminating RFP and rescinding Res 19-070 (Res 21-004)