Key West public meetings in 2022
32 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board approved the 2022 short-term and long-term goals and objectives. Other items, including reports on 918 Fort Street and Bayview Park, were received and filed.
- Approved November 30, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved PRAB Short Term & Long Term Goals & Objections 2022- Nov 30 (unanimous)
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved a major development plan for affordable workforce housing on Fort Street. The board also approved several residential renovations, demolitions, and storefront updates at various city locations.
- Approved 126-unit affordable workforce housing at 918 Fort Street (4-0)
- Approved demolition of third floor walls at 724 Truman Avenue (5-0)
- Approved new storefronts at 430 Duval Street (6-0)
- Approved partial demolition of storefronts at 430 Duval Street (6-0)
- Approved renovation and site improvements at 1328 Duncan Street (5-0)
- Approved demolition of non-historic additions at 1328 Duncan Street (5-0)
- Approved new residence, deck, and pool at 1324 Duncan Street (5-0)
- Approved demolition of main structure at 1324 Duncan Street (5-0)
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved a major development plan and bicycle substitution variance for 126 affordable housing units at 918 Fort Street. The board also recommended an ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Plan's vision, mission, and core values. A variance request for 10 Lowes Lane was postponed.
- Approved bicycle substitution variance for 918 Fort Street (6-0)
- Approved Major Development Plan for 126 affordable housing units at 918 Fort Street with amended conditions (6-0)
- Approved resolution recommending Comprehensive Plan text amendments to the City Commission (6-0)
- Postponed variance request for 10 Lowes Lane to January 19, 2023
- Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Special Magistrate dismissed several cases after properties came into compliance. Fines were imposed for noise violations at 700 Duval Street and licensing failures at 6401 3rd Street and 1316 Eliza Street. Multiple other cases were granted continuances to January 26, 2023.
- Imposed $250 court cost and $500 suspended fine for Mangoes Restaurant LLC and David Bootle (Case # 22-1474)
- Imposed $250 court fine and $250 administrative fee for Narmina LLC (Case # 22-1297)
- Imposed $250 court cost and $250 daily fine for CP LTD Partnership (Case # 22-1327)
- Granted fines for Daniella Dubrovich and Valbona Vulaj regarding 1316 Eliza Street (Cases # 22-1435, # 22-1459)
- Granted finding of violation with no fees or fines for Nature's Boundary LLC (Case # 22-1446)
- Dismissed 10 cases due to compliance, including those at 3708 Northside Drive and 330 Caroline Street
- Granted continuances to January 26, 2023 for cases # 22-1456, # 22-1493, # 22-1373, # 22-1374, # 22-1414, # 22-831, and # 22-1501
- Granted continuance to February 23, 2023 for Migo 2 LLC (Case # 21-1831)
Development Review Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 17, 2022. Four items regarding a food and beverage establishment and three easement requests were received and filed.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved November 17, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Conditional use request for food and beverage establishment at 901 Fleming Street: Received and Filed
- Easement request for concrete wall and shed encroachment at 1103 Watson: Received and Filed
- Easement request for underground cable at Truman Waterfront Park: Received and Filed
- Easement request for underground cable at 21 Quay Road: Received and Filed
🏢 Building at this address: 5 m tall
Key West Bight Management District Board
The Key West Bight Management District Board approved a lease renewal for Conch Tees and Souvenirs, Inc. doing business as Bumble Bee Silver Co. Other items, including a report from the Key West Bight Preservation Association and a discussion on trap storage, were received and filed.
- Approved lease renewal for Conch Tees and Souvenirs, Inc. DBA Bumble Bee Silver Co. (7-0)
- Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
Tree Commission
The Tree Commission approved several requests for tree removals with requirements for on-site replacement or fees. One request to remove a large Sapodilla tree was denied, and a compliance settlement was reached for unauthorized palm removals at 1100 Fleming Street.
- Approved removal of (1) Mahogany tree at 2923 Harris Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved removal of (6) Red Mangrove trees at 2407 N. Roosevelt Blvd. for $4,200 fee (Unanimous)
- Denied removal of (1) 30.2" Sapodilla tree at 1015 Windsor Lane (Unanimous)
- Approved removal of (1) Sapodilla and (1) Royal Poinciana at 1015 Windsor Lane (Unanimous)
- Approved removal of 13 trees at 2700 Flagler Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved removal of 6 trees at 1501 Venetian Drive (Unanimous)
- Approved removal of (1) Mahogany tree at 3391 Eagle Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved compliance settlement for unauthorized palm removals at 1100 Fleming Street (Unanimous)
General Employees Pension Board
The General Employees Pension Board approved the FY 22-23 expense report and the October 1, 2021 actuarial valuation. The board also confirmed the assumed rate of return for the upcoming actuarial period and set the 2023 meeting dates.
- Approved September 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved General Employees expense report FY 22-23 (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 meeting dates (unanimous)
- Approved October 1, 2021 actuarial valuation report (unanimous)
- Confirmed 7.25% assumed rate of return for the next actuarial period (unanimous)
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved funding for a mural restoration and elected its 2023 leadership. The board also finalized its 2023 meeting schedule.
- Approved $2,000 to restore Rick Worth's mural at Thomas & Petronia (unanimous)
- Elected Rosi Ware as Chair and Marianne van den Broek as Vice Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (unanimous)
- Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
City Commission
The City Commission approved a request for $4,028,250.00 from the Monroe County Land Authority for the Lofts at Bahama Village workforce housing project. Other key actions included appointing an interim City Attorney and approving several infrastructure and equipment purchases.
- Requested $4,028,250.00 from Monroe County Land Authority for Lofts at Bahama Village workforce housing (7-0)
- Appointed Ronald J. Ramsingh as interim City Attorney (5-2)
- Approved $20,000 budget for City Attorney search (7-0)
- Awarded Right of Way Improvements 2022 bid to Charley Toppino and Sons, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved $91,640.08 for HP desktop and laptop computers (unanimous)
- Approved $57,690.35 for 8 CWT Parking Pay Stations (unanimous)
- Approved 'Movies Under the Stars' license agreement for Tropic Cinema (unanimous)
- Approved Major Development Plan for 5501 College Road (unanimous)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The Agency approved a marketing services task order for the Historic Seaport and Bight Marina. It also approved a lease for office and storage space at the Ferry Terminal Building and rejected all bids for the Historic Seaport exterior signage system.
- Rejected all bids for ITB #22-009 Exterior Signage System - Key West Historic Seaport (Passed)
- Approved FY 2023 Marketing Services Task Order with Adept Public Relations, LLC not to exceed $188,000.00 (Passed)
- Approved lease with Yankee Freedom III, LLC for premises at Ferry Terminal Building at 100 Grinnell Street (Passed)
Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee
The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved recommendations to use American Rescue Plan Act dollars for two local projects. The committee also received updates on several village projects and an injection well report.
- Approved recommendation to CRA for ARPA funds for Douglass Gym Expansion (5-0)
- Approved recommendation to CRA for ARPA funds for Martin Luther King Community Pool renovation (5-0)
- Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board approved the proposed meeting dates for 2023, with a specific adjustment for the December meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the October 27, 2022 meeting.
- Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates with December meeting set for December 20, 2023 (unanimous)
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved several residential and commercial demolition and construction requests. The commission also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and postponed decisions regarding storefronts at the La Concha Hotel.
- Approved 2023 Proposed Meeting Dates (unanimous)
- Denied metal roof replacement at 1108 Fleming Street (4-0)
- Approved demolition at 408 Virginia Street (4-0)
- Approved house demolition at 629 Dey Street (4-0)
- Approved partial demolition at 401 South Street (4-0)
- Approved new dwelling at 703 Windsor Lane (4-0)
- Approved high school renovations and demolition at 724 Truman Avenue (4-0)
- Postponed storefront design and demolition at 430 Duval Street (4-0)
Citizen Review Board
The Board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and closed Complaint 22-002 after the complainant failed to appear. The Board also received RRI 22-2977 and took a member's offer to resign under advisement.
- Approved 2023 CRB meeting dates with 5:00 p.m. start time (unanimous)
- Closed Complaint 22-002 with a 'No Finding' resolution (unanimous)
- Received and Filed RRI 22-2977 (unanimous)
- Agreed to have Robert Cintron copied on all future RRI production
- Took Gerri Gates' offer to resign under advisement
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved a minor development plan for a modular clinic and the transfer of a transient unit license. A variance for a single-family structure on Duval Street was also granted. Several other development plans and variances were postponed.
- Approved minor development plan for new modular unit at 1801 White Street (5-0)
- Approved transfer of one transient unit license from 529 Eaton Street to 430 Fleming Street (5-0)
- Granted variance for side setback, building coverage, parking, and open space at 610 Duval Street (5-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting dates (unanimous)
- Postponed variance, alcohol sales exception, and development plan for 601 Truman Avenue to March 16, 2023
- Postponed major development plan and landscape waiver for 918 Fort Street to December 15, 2022
- Postponed variance for 10 Lowes Lane to December 15, 2022
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Special Magistrate resolved several code violation cases, including dismissing three cases for compliance and executing one settlement agreement. Fines were imposed for business license and property maintenance violations, while five other cases were continued to December 15, 2022.
- Reduced fines to $1,500 total for Liberty Noma LLC (Case # 22-3)
- Dismissed case # 20-1335 (John Lindle) due to compliance
- Dismissed case # 22-437 (Jean Fenold Metellus) due to compliance
- Dismissed case # 22-1323 (Noble Family Eastgate LLC) due to compliance
- Executed $5,418.25 settlement agreement with Country Club Investments LLC (Case # 22-1363)
- Imposed $250 administrative cost and $250 per day fine for Dennis & Leigh Hooten (Case # 22-1417)
- Granted continuances to December 15, 2022, for cases # 22-1210, # 22-1262, # 22-510, # 22-1373, # 22-1374, and # 22-1414
Development Review Committee
The committee unanimously approved the agenda, the October 27, 2022, meeting minutes, and the proposed meeting dates for 2023. A request for an easement at 3728 Flagler Avenue was discussed, but no action was taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved October 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (unanimous)
City Commission
The City Commission approved several high-value grants for shelter reconstruction and resilience planning. They also authorized multiple vehicle and medical equipment purchases for city departments and approved a 99-year lease for the Key West Botanical Garden.
- Approved $7.3M grant agreement to reconstruct Keys Overnight Temporary Shelter (Res 22-265)
- Approved $1.15M grant for Comprehensive Adaptation and Resilience Implementation Plan (Res 22-264)
- Approved 99-year public benefit lease for Key West Botanical Garden at 5210 College Road (Res 22-263)
- Approved fishing at Mallory Square, Edward B. Knight Pier and Truman Waterfront Park, exempting Mallory Square during Sunset Celebration (Res 22-262)
- Approved $162,132 purchase of three Ford F-150s and one Ford Transit Connect for Community Services (Res 22-266)
- Approved $239,100.16 in medical and rescue equipment for Fire Department (Res 22-267, 22-268, 22-269)
- Approved $278,861.82 engineering design for 10th Street and Harris Avenue Drainage Project (4-1)
- Approved mural at 218 Whitehead Street with a $1,500 maintenance bond (5-0)
Board of Adjustment
The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 19, 2022. A resolution regarding a property appeal for Hilton Haven Drive was postponed to a future date.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved October 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Postponed resolution regarding Brugman Holdings, LLC appeal for 9-D, 10-B2, 10-C Hilton Haven Drive to January 4, 2023 (unanimous)
Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee
The Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee approved the proposed meeting dates for 2023. The committee also approved the October 3, 2022, meeting minutes with an amendment. Discussions regarding MLK Community Pool repairs took place, while the item concerning injection wells at Amelia and Thomas Street was postponed.
- Approved October 3, 2022 minutes with amendment (Unanimous)
- Approved proposed 2023 meeting dates (Unanimous)
- Postponed injection wells at corner of Amelia and Thomas Street
Sustainability Advisory Board
The board approved the proposed meeting dates for 2023. Members also reviewed reports on sustainability, energy, and multi-modal transportation, and discussed a draft energy plan.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 Proposed Meeting Dates (6-0, 1 absent)
Key West Bight Management District Board
The Board approved a task order for marketing services and renewed an office lease. It also passed two text amendments regarding workforce-affordable housing allocations for 907 Caroline Street. Additionally, the Board rejected bids for the Key West Historic Seaport exterior signage system.
- Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (5-0)
- Rejected bids for ITB #22-009 Exterior Signage System - Key West Historic Seaport (5-0)
- Approved $188,000 task order for 2023 marketing services to Adept Strategy & Public Relations (5-0)
- Approved Yankee Freedom III office lease renewal (5-0)
- Passed Comprehensive Plan text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (4-1)
- Passed Land Development Regulations text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (4-1)
Tree Commission
The Tree Commission approved two tree removal requests and three compliance settlement agreements for unpermitted removals. The commission also approved a revised landscape plan for an affordable housing complex and set the 2023 meeting dates.
- Approved 2023 proposed meeting dates (Unanimous)
- Approved removal of (1) Seagrape tree at 812 Simonton Street Rear (Unanimous)
- Approved removal of (1) Jamaican Caper tree at 415 United Street (Unanimous)
- Entered compliance settlement with Apex Companies for unpermitted removals at 2811 N. Roosevelt Blvd (Unanimous)
- Entered compliance settlement with Blue Native Landscaping for unpermitted removal at 3420 N. Roosevelt Blvd (Unanimous)
- Entered compliance settlement with George T. Pallas for unpermitted removal at 1008 White Street (Unanimous)
- Approved revised landscape plan for affordable residential housing at 918 Fort Street (Unanimous)
- Postponed mahogany tree removal request at 2923 Harris Avenue to December 12, 2022 (Unanimous)
City Commission
The City Commission approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts, including a major purchase of Axon police equipment and funding for bike facilities. The board also advanced zoning changes for Petronia and Whitehead Streets to a second reading and adopted new safety regulations for golf carts.
- Approved $1,534,709.60 purchase of Axon body cameras, tasers, and camera systems
- Approved $992,268.00 bid to Coral Construction Company for Final Mile Mode Shift Bike Facilities
- Approved $437,268.00 FDOT supplemental agreement for 'Final Mile' project amenities
- Adopted ordinance adding safety regulations and decal identification for golf carts (Unanimous)
- Passed zoning and land use amendments for 318-320 Petronia St and 802-806 Whitehead St to second reading (5-2)
- Approved easement for Marriott Beachside (5-2)
- Approved after-the-fact easement for boatlift and dock at 3838 Flagler Avenue (7-0)
- Awarded Duval Street Economic Corridor Resiliency and Revitalization Plan to Stantec (Unanimous)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village CRA approved several funding requests via a consent agenda. These include stormwater management improvements at the Key West Historic Seaport and financial reimbursements for a property on Margaret Street.
- Approved up to $21,781.00 for lighting and decorations from Brandano Displays, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Awarded $98,040.64 contract to American Empire Builders, Inc. for stormwater management at Boat House at Turtle Kraals (Unanimous)
- Approved $104,345.00 for building repairs and $253,053.00 for seven months rent abatement for Boat House Key West, LLC at 231 Margaret Street #1 (Unanimous)
- Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board approved the minutes from the September 22, 2022, meeting. Members discussed Bayview Park and general goals and objectives, but no further actions were taken.
- Approved amended agenda to include Bayview Park discussion (unanimous)
- Approved September 22, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Development Review Committee
The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. A request for conditional use to allow a single family residence at 1905 Staples Avenue was received and filed.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed conditional use request for 1905 Staples Avenue
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved several residential renovations, new constructions, and demolitions. One roof replacement project was postponed to November 22, 2022.
- Approved partial demolition of second floor east wall at 1002 Fleming Street (6-0)
- Approved demolition of one-story and accessory structures at 522 Olivia Street (6-0)
- Approved new mural at 218 Whitehead Street (6-0)
- Approved new porch, accessory structure, and pool at 408 Virginia Street (6-0)
- Approved demolition of rear addition and accessory structure at 408 Virginia Street (6-0)
- Approved new two-story residence and accessory structure at 629 Dey Street (6-0)
- Approved demolition of existing house at 629 Dey Street (6-0)
- Approved renovations and pool at 1418 Newton Street (6-0)
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved a variety of residential and commercial development requests, including two zoning variances and a plan to convert an auditorium into a high school. The board also recommended two text amendments to the City Commission regarding workforce-affordable housing allocations for a property on Caroline Street.
- Granted variance for home reconstruction at 703 Windsor Lane (6-0)
- Approved major development plan for a 5,161 SF building at 5501 College Road (6-0)
- Approved modification of major development plan for 1319 William Street & 1316 Royal Street (6-0)
- Approved major development plan to convert auditorium to high school at 724 Truman Avenue (6-0)
- Granted variance for new bathroom construction at 1214 16th Terrace (6-0)
- Approved Comprehensive Plan text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (6-0)
- Approved Land Development Regulations text amendment for workforce-affordable housing at 907 Caroline Street (6-0)
Citizen Review Board
The Citizen Review Board met but took no substantive decisions. The only action item was a follow-up discussion on how a prior matter was concluded and documented. No votes were recorded.
- Discussed RRI 22-2977: follow-up on complaint conclusion and documentation
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Key West Code Compliance Hearing on October 20, 2022, addressed 38 cases involving building permits, licenses, and property maintenance. The Special Magistrate issued findings of violation with daily fines for several non-compliant properties, granted continuances for cases nearing compliance, and dismissed many cases where violations were resolved. Two mitigation requests were partially granted, reducing fines.
- Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain building permits at 2016 Roosevelt Drive (Case 21-1831)
- Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain non-transient license at 3312 Northside Drive #706 (Case 22-903)
- Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain non-transient license at 3930 S Roosevelt Blvd 113E (Case 22-975)
- Granted finding of violation with $250 court cost and $250/day for failure to obtain non-transient license at 3635 Seaside Drive 404 (Case 22-1046)
- Mitigated $13,500 fine to $10,000 for delinquent fire inspection fees at 1010 Kennedy Dr (Case 22-17)
- Mitigated $4,000 fine to $500 for failure to clear debris at 322 Amelia Street (Case 22-1140)
- Granted continuances for 8 cases to November or December 2022
- Dismissed 18 cases that came into compliance