Key West public meetings in 2025
126 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Board
The Planning Board approved several variances and adopted text amendments that create a new Historic Public & Semipublic Services District for Mallory Square. It also postponed a variance request for 1208 Virginia Street and a staff‑requested amendment to the Land Development Regulations until the January 15, 2026 meeting.
- Postponed variance for 1208 Virginia Street until Jan 15, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved variance for 906 Packer Street (front and side yard setbacks) (6‑0, Browning absent)
- Approved variance for 304 Truman Avenue (building coverage) (6‑0, Browning absent)
- Approved variance for 328 Whitehead Street (8‑ft fence) (5‑1, Warren no, Browning absent)
- Approved Text Amendment establishing Historic Public & Semipublic Services District‑3 for Mallory Square (Resolution 2025‑59) (4‑1‑1)
- Approved Amendment to Official Zoning Map establishing new zoning category for Mallory Square (Resolution 2025‑60) (5‑0, Varela recused, Browning absent)
- Approved Text Amendment of the Comprehensive Plan recommending new subcategory in Historic Public & Semipublic district (Resolution 2025‑58) (4‑1‑1)
- Postponed staff request for text amendment of Land Development Regulations to Jan 15, 2026 (unanimous)
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Code Enforcement Hearing approved settlement agreements for four cases, imposing administrative costs and fines ranging from $250 to $1,500. A fifth case involving short‑term rental violations was continued to January 22, 2025. No violations were contested by the respondents in three of the cases.
- Approved settlement with Sandoval parties: $250 administrative cost and $750 fine (counts 1‑2)
- Approved Magistrate finding against Mattress Firm: $250 administrative cost and $250 per day fine per count if not compliant by Dec 31 2025
- Approved settlement with Eduardo Arbesu: $250 administrative cost and $1,250 fine; compliance for counts 2‑3 required by Mar 1 2026
- Approved Magistrate finding against YC Home Repairs LLC: $250 administrative cost and $1,500 total fines ($1,000 for count 1, $250 for count 2)
- Continuance granted for John and Melanie Zahner case to Jan 22 2025
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the agenda as presented. The committee also unanimously approved the November 1, 2025 meeting minutes. Three items—a transient license transfer, a major development plan, and an easement request—were discussed but no decisions were recorded. No other actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved November 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Transfer of transient unit & license discussed – no decision
- Major Development Plan for 3401 Duck Avenue discussed – no decision
- Easement at 1341 Tropical Street discussed – no decision
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the November 18 minutes. Several renovation and demolition projects for historic properties were approved, including at 412 Elizabeth Street, 624 United Street, and 1428 Virginia Street. The new monument sign at Duval and Wall Streets was approved pending staff confirmation of setback requirements. Items such as new construction at 309 William Street and window replacements were postponed to the January 27, 2026 meeting.
- Agenda approved unanimously (amended to postpone Item 12)
- Minutes of Nov 18 2025 approved unanimously
- Renovation and demolition at 412 Elizabeth Street approved unanimously
- Monument sign at Duval & Wall approved with setback condition (5‑0, one recusal)
- New metal pergola at 719 Poorhouse Lane approved unanimously
- Renovation at 624 United Street approved unanimously; demolition approved unanimously
- Renovation at 1428 Virginia Street approved with door condition unanimously; demolition approved unanimously
- Discussion of window replacements in historic district postponed to Jan 27 2026
City Commission
The commission adopted Resolution 25-369, creating a one‑time grant and aid program for local food banks and authorizing a budget transfer of up to $75,000. The resolution was approved unanimously by the five members present, with two commissioners absent, and included amendments to raise the per‑organization cap to $7,500, set an application deadline of Dec. 31, 2025, and require daily submission of applications to city management. A separate resolution authorizing the same $75,000 transfer was withdrawn. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved Resolution 25-369 establishing a one‑time $75,000 grant program for food banks (5‑0 vote, 2 absent) with amendments
- Withdrawn resolution authorizing $75,000 budget transfer to Monroe County Continuum of Care
Tree Commission
The commission approved numerous tree removal requests with required replacement planting, denied a large removal request at 3031 N. Roosevelt Blvd, postponed several items for future meetings, and approved the 2026 meeting dates.
- Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 820 Georgia St., replace with 6.2 caliper inches (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Spanish Lime tree and Almond #2 at 630 Mickens Ln., replace with 35 caliper inches (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Almond #1 at 630 Mickens Ln., replace with 21 caliper inches (Yes 5, No 1, Absent 1)
- Denied removal of multiple trees at 3031 N. Roosevelt Blvd (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Mahogany tree at 1623 Atlantic Blvd., replace with 6.5 caliper inches (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 3 Gumbo Limbo and 1 Mahogany tree at 2400 N. Roosevelt Blvd., replace with 35.1 caliper inches (unanimous)
- Postponed decision on Sapodilla tree at 630 Mickens Ln. to Jan 20, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
Sustainability Advisory Board
The Sustainability Advisory Board elected Dr. Semcheski as Vice‑Chair by acclamation. The agenda and the meeting minutes were each approved unanimously. The board also approved Resolution SAB 25‑04, endorsing the proposed Green Building Program, with a unanimous vote.
- Dr. Semcheski elected Vice‑Chair (by acclamation)
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes approved unanimously
- Resolution SAB 25‑04 supporting Green Building Program approved unanimously
General Employees Pension Board
The General Employees Pension Board approved the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes, disbursement items, FY 25‑26 pension expenses, and the 2026 meeting schedule, all by unanimous vote. It also approved election procedures, postponed DROP rule clarification, and authorized attendance at FPPTA and NCEPERS conferences. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved September 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved disbursement action items (unanimous)
- Approved FY 25‑26 General Pension Expenses (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 pension meeting dates (unanimous)
- Approved General Pension Election Procedures; administrator to work with city clerk (unanimous)
- Postponed clarification of DROP & re‑entry rules to September 4 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved FPPTA Conference & Schools FY 25‑26 (unanimous)
- Approved NCEPERS Conference attendance; Angela Budde to attend January 2026 (unanimous)
Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee
The advisory committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved applying for the Martin Luther King Jr. Pool Land & Water Conservation Fund Program Grant. Finally, the committee unanimously approved the proposed meeting dates for 2026.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved applying for Martin Luther King Jr. Pool LWCF grant (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
Contractors Examining Board
The Contractors Examining Board unanimously reappointed Mr. Milelli as Chair and Mr. Vazquez as Vice‑Chair. It also unanimously approved the 2026 meeting schedule for the board. The agenda and the September 2, 2025 minutes were approved without dissent.
- Reappointed Mr. Milelli as Chair (unanimous)
- Reappointed Mr. Vazquez as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Contractors Examining Board meeting schedule (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Adjustment
The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the November 5 minutes. It voted to postpone indefinitely the appeal concerning Hank's Hair of the Dog at 409 Caroline Street. It voted 6-1 to deny in part the Growth Management Director’s decision on 901 Fleming Street, recognizing two lawful units, with one deed‑restricted for affordable workforce housing.
- Approved agenda (unanimous 7-0)
- Approved minutes (unanimous 7-0)
- Postponed indefinitely appeal for Hank's Hair of the Dog (7-0)
- Denied in part GM Director decision for 901 Fleming St, recognized two lawful units, one deed‑restricted for affordable workforce housing (6-1)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The commission unanimously approved the design concept for 631 Greene Street, authorizing budget transfers and directing the City Manager to work with Reef Relief. It also approved a $225,125 marketing services task order for 2026 and a lease amendment changing the storage tenant name and allowing relocation during the renovation. All three resolutions passed with a 7‑0 vote.
- Approved design concept for 631 Greene Street, authorizing budget transfers and directing engagement with Reef Relief (7-0)
- Approved Task Order for 2026 marketing services by Adept Strategy and Public Relations, $225,125 (7-0)
- Approved second amendment to lease with Florida Straits Conch Company, replacing Dale Watkins with Fryde Conch, LLC and adding relocation provision (7-0)
City Commission
The City Commission approved a $1,690,355 amendment to the public transportation grant (PTGA #G2P96) and authorized the purchase of a Tymco Model 600 street sweeper for up to $498,000. It also approved several other equipment purchases and grant agreements, while two motions to allocate emergency relief funds ($40,000 and $20,000) failed by a 3‑3 vote.
- Approved $1,690,355 public transportation grant amendment (Resolution 25-355)
- Approved $1,600,000 public transportation grant amendment (Resolution 25-356)
- Approved purchase of one Tymco Model 600 street sweeper up to $498,000 (Resolution 25-349)
- Approved purchase of Custom Revolve Air Systems air trailer up to $225,955 (Resolution 25-353)
- Approved purchase of Ford F550 crane truck for $197,910 (Resolution 25-358)
- Approved addition of alternate bid items to fire‑station wind‑hardening contract (Resolution 25-352)
- Failed motion to allocate $40,000 emergency relief funds (3‑3 vote)
- Failed motion to allocate $20,000 emergency relief funds (3‑3 vote)
Citizen Review Board
The Citizen Review Board approved its meeting agenda, the September 2025 minutes, and the proposed 2026 meeting dates, each by unanimous vote. The board also marked the October 2025 RRI as received and filed, again unanimously. No other actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved September 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved prospective 2026 CRB meeting dates (unanimous)
- Marked October 2025 RRI received and filed (unanimous)
City Commission
The City Commission approved Resolution 25-343 establishing the procedure for accepting nominations and selecting an appointment to fill the vacant District 5 City Commission seat. The motion was made by Commissioner Castillo, seconded by Commissioner Kaufman, and all six members voted yes. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved Resolution 25-343 establishing vacancy appointment procedure (6-0)
Planning Board
The Board approved a text amendment to the Land Development Regulations establishing a Green Building program (Resolution 2025‑54) with a 5‑1 vote. It also granted variances for 1600 Bahama Drive and 417 Simonton Street, each passing 6‑0. The amended 2026 Planning Board meeting dates were approved unanimously. Agenda and minutes were also approved unanimously.
- Approved Green Building text amendment (Resolution 2025‑54) – vote 5‑1
- Granted variance for 1600 Bahama Drive (Resolution 2025‑55) – vote 6‑0
- Granted variance for 417 Simonton Street (Resolution 2025‑56) – vote 6‑0
- Approved amended 2026 Planning Board meeting dates – unanimous
- Approved agenda – unanimous
- Approved October 16, 2025 minutes – unanimous
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Code Enforcement Hearing closed several cases after owners complied, dismissed others, and granted continuances for pending matters. Two settlement agreements were approved: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services agreed to pay $500 in fees and fines, and Beauty Gems Jewelry Inc. agreed to a $250 administrative cost and a $1,000 fine (with $500 paid and $500 suspended). All actions were ordered by the Special Magistrate.
- Case #25-986 (Helliesen) closed after compliance, Special Magistrate granted dismissal
- Case #24-1101 (Azuaje) continuance granted to 18 Dec 2025
- Case #25-1109 (David Scott) dismissed after compliance
- Case #25-1131 (Patrick Belardo) dismissed after compliance
- Case #5 (Berkshire Hathaway Home Services) settlement: $250 admin cost + $250 fine ($500 total) payable to City
- Case #7 (Arbesu Eduardo Ubieta) continuance granted to 18 Dec 2025
- Case #8 (YC Home Repairs LLC) continuance granted to 18 Dec 2025
- Case #9 (Beauty Gems Jewelry Inc.) settlement: $250 admin cost + $1,000 fine ($500 paid, $500 suspended)
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 1, 2025 minutes. Two items—a minor development plan for 1903‑1905 Flagler Avenue and a proposal to dedicate Josephine Parker Road as a 24‑foot right‑of‑way—were discussed but no actions were taken.
- Agenda approved (unanimous)
- Minutes of Oct 1, 2025 approved (unanimous)
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The minutes from the October 15 meeting were approved unanimously. The board approved Debra Yates' revised proposal to repair the Smathers Beach mosaic wall, conditional on Liz Young meeting with the Assistant City Manager to discuss Florida Department of Transportation reimbursement. No other actions were taken.
- Approved agenda unanimously
- Approved October 15 minutes unanimously (6-0)
- Approved revised Smathers Beach mosaic repair proposal, conditional on FDOT reimbursement discussion (6-0)
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved several large-scale alterations and new constructions within the historic district, including projects on Olivia Street, Williams Alley, Center Street, William Street, Terry Lane, and Simonton Street. Each approval was recorded with vote counts, and some approvals included specific conditions. The commission also approved the proposed 2026 meeting dates and postponed three pending applications to the December 16 meeting.
- Approved 1410 Olivia St accessory structure (6-0, Oropeza absent)
- Approved 906 Williams Alley residence & pool (6-0, Oropeza absent)
- Approved 917 Center St renovations and demolition (unanimous)
- Approved 625 William St renovations with height condition (5-2, Oropeza absent)
- Approved 913 Terry Lane accessory structure (5-0, Burkee recused, Oropeza absent)
- Approved 1202 Simonton St roof extension with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 meeting dates (6-0, Oropeza absent)
- Postponed three William St projects to Dec 16 meeting
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 28, 2025. It approved the final master site plan for Bayview Park (Yes 4, No 1, Absent 2) and approved applying for the Martin Luther King Jr. Pool Land & Water Conservation Fund grant (Yes 5, Absent 2). The board adopted monthly meeting dates for 2026 (Yes 5, Absent 2) and rejected a resolution urging the City Commission to publish a Bayview Park work plan due to lack of a second. A staff‑withdrawn FDEP grant for Little Hamaca repairs was noted as withdrawn.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved minutes (unanimous)
- Approved final master site plan for Bayview Park (Yes 4, No 1, Absent 2)
- Approved application for Martin Luther King Jr. Pool LWCF grant (Yes 5, Absent 2)
- Resolution urging City Commission to publish Bayview Park work plan failed (no second)
- Approved 2026 monthly meeting dates (Yes 5, Absent 2)
- FDEP grant for Little Hamaca repairs withdrawn
Key West Bight Management District Board
The board approved a $225,125 task order for marketing services with a 5‑1 vote. It also adopted the proposed 2026 meeting dates unanimously. A request to approve up to $168,000 for construction postponement costs was denied. The design concept for 631 Greene Street and a lease amendment for Conch Republic Seafood Company were both approved.
- Approved $225,125 marketing services contract (5‑1, 1 absent)
- Approved 2026 meeting dates (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Denied additional construction postponement costs up to $168,000 (motion denied, 5‑0, 1 recused, 1 absent)
- Approved design concept for 631 Greene Street (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Approved lease amendment for Conch Republic Seafood Company (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Postponed lease negotiation with Shrimpboat Sound Key West to Dec 10 (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Rescinded Resolution KWBB 25‑25 (implied by lease amendment approval)
- Adopted agenda and minutes unanimously
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. A resolution was passed authorizing $400,000 in TIF funding to provide up to $20,000 grants to twenty home buyers for down‑payment and closing‑cost assistance at the Lofts of Bahama Village Condominiums.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Authorized $400,000 TIF funding for 20 home‑buyer grants (passed Res 25-340)
Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority
The Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority meeting unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. The board also approved a resolution delegating signing authority for estoppel certificates related to the Affordable Work Force Homeownership Units at the Lofts of Bahama Village Condominiums, 710 Fort Street. Minutes from the August 6 and September 11, 2025 meetings were approved.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Consent agenda approved unanimously
- Resolution delegating signing authority for estoppel certificates passed
- Minutes from August 6, 2025 approved
- Minutes from September 11, 2025 approved
Board of Adjustment
The Board voted 5-2 to deny the appeal by Van D. Fischer on behalf of CRH-YLM 900, LLC for units at 902 Truman Avenue, upholding the Planning Director’s determination on transient licenses. A motion to grant the appeal failed 5-2. The Board also postponed the appeal for 901 Fleming Street to December 2, 2025 by a unanimous 7‑0 vote, and postponed the revocation of Business License LIC2025-000307 to January 6, 2026 by a unanimous 7‑0 vote. One appeal was withdrawn by the applicant.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved October 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Denied appeal for 902 Truman Ave transient licenses (5-2)
- Postponed appeal for 901 Fleming Street to Dec 2 2025 (7-0)
- Postponed revocation of Business License LIC2025-000307 to Jan 6 2026 (7-0)
- Applicant withdrew appeal for 1213 14th Street (withdrawn)
City Commission
The Key West City Commission approved a series of event authorizations, procedural changes, and major contracts. It adopted amended meeting rules, a community signage agreement with FDOT, and multiple procurement and grant agreements, including a $3.74 M 10‑year Axon contract for the police department and a $500,000 state grant for a manhole project. All items were passed without recorded dissent.
- Authorized Positive Step 5K Run/Walk event and street closures on Dec 13, 2025 (Res 25-310)
- Approved New Year's Eve Shoe Drop event at 724 Duval St., granting noise ordinance exemption (Res 25-311)
- Adopted amended rules of procedure requiring twelve meetings per year (Res 25-314)
- Approved Community Aesthetic Feature agreement with FDOT for welcome signs at US‑1 & Roosevelt Blvd (Res 25-315)
- Authorized purchase of design and supply services for Bathroom‑Pro Shop‑Maintenance Building ($365,550) (Res 25-316)
- Approved a $3,739,205.05 10‑year Axon contract for the Key West Police Department (Res 25-325)
- Approved a $500,000 grant agreement with the Florida DEP for the Manhole Lining and Rehabilitation Project (Res 25-319)
- Approved two public transportation grant agreements totaling $985,566 for bus services and facilities (Res 25-328 & 25-329)
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The commission unanimously approved its agenda and the September 1, 2025 minutes. It approved a new two‑story structure at 1011 Windsor Lane and several other projects, some with conditions. Several items were postponed to the November 18, 2025 meeting, and one was postponed indefinitely.
- Agenda approved unanimously (7‑0)
- Minutes of Sep 1 2025 approved unanimously (7‑0)
- New two‑story structure at 1011 Windsor Lane approved (7‑0)
- Design change at 1222 Seminary St approved with AC screening condition (6‑0)
- Renovations at 1122 Margaret St approved with window condition (7‑0); demolition approved (7‑0)
- New mural at 0 Duval St approved (6‑0)
- New outdoor display at 407 Front St Unit C approved (7‑0)
- Items for 309 William St, 1100 Grinnell St, 601 Howard England Way, and 1410 Olivia St postponed to Nov 18 2025 (Howard England Way postponed indefinitely)
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the agenda as presented. The committee also unanimously approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes. Finally, the committee unanimously approved the proposed 2026 Development Review Committee meeting dates.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Development Review Committee meeting dates (unanimous)
Tree Commission
The commission unanimously approved removal requests for multiple trees at specific properties, each with required replacement planting. It denied one request to remove a Royal Poinciana tree at 800 Amelia Street. The board also approved staff's amendment to the mitigation requirement for 12 Hilton Haven Road, changing the replacement tree specifications. All actions were taken by unanimous vote.
- Approved removal of Strangler Fig tree at 520 Petronia St; replace with 9.6 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 7 Silver Buttonwood trees at 210 Elizabeth St; replace with 29.5 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees and allow mitigation flexibility (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Sapodilla tree at 811 Truman Ave; replace with existing 8‑caliper‑inch Sapodilla tree (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Tropical Almond and Autograph trees at 2510 Fogarty Ave; replace with 16 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Spanish Lime tree at 407 Olivia St; replace with 17.5 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Denied removal of Royal Poinciana tree at 800 Amelia St due to its substantial public visibility (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Royal Poinciana tree at 408 Greene St; replace with 12.6 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to mitigation requirement for 12 Hilton Haven Rd, replacing three 65‑gallon Strangler Fig trees with 12 caliper inches dicot/fruit tree (unanimous)
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Special Magistrate dismissed two cases where respondents did not attend (Casa Marina Equity Holdings and Nicholas & Stephanie Neonakis). Several continuances were granted, moving hearings to November 20, 2025. Settlement agreements were entered for Wendall Wall ($250 administrative cost and $250 fine) and the Hampton Inn ($1,763.49 fine). The Magistrate imposed a $5,250 total fine on Alberto Rea Tolentino for failure to obtain required business tax receipt and competency certificate.
- Dismissed case 25-1205 (Casa Marina Equity Holdings) – respondent absent
- Dismissed case 25-1326 (Nicholas & Stephanie Neonakis) – respondent absent
- Continuance granted for case 24-1101 (Sandoval Jose Azuaje) to 20 Nov 2025
- Settlement executed for Wendall A. Wall – $250 admin cost, $250 fine
- Continuance granted for case 25-1371 (Berkshire Hathaway Home Services) to 20 Nov 2025
- Fine imposed on Alberto Rea Tolentino – $250 admin cost, $5,000 fine (total $5,250)
- No fees or fines imposed on Jose Luis Moreno Medina after hearing
- Continuance granted for case CCBLD25-88 (DGK Key West LLC) to 20 Nov 2025
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 20, 2025. It approved the final AIPP plans for the Ocean Key Resort hotel renovations and the preliminary AIPP proposal for 1620 Truesdale Court. The proposal to repair the Smathers Beach mosaic wall was postponed to November 19, 2025. The board also approved the proposed 2026 meeting dates.
- Agenda approved unanimously (5-0)
- Minutes approved unanimously (5-0)
- Approved final AIPP plans for Ocean Key Resort hotel renovations (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved preliminary AIPP proposal for 1620 Truesdale Court – MARC House (5-0, 2 absent)
- Postponed Debra Yates' revised Smathers Beach mosaic wall repair proposal to Nov 19, 2025 (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved proposed 2026 meeting dates (5-0, 2 absent)
Sustainability Advisory Board
The Sustainability Advisory Board passed a resolution supporting Crosstown Connector improvements. The board postponed the election of a Vice‑Chair to December 8, 2025. Approval of the August 11, 2025 minutes was also postponed to December 8, 2025. The proposed 2026 meeting dates were approved.
- Approved Crosstown Connector improvement resolution (unanimous)
- Postponed election of Vice‑Chair to Dec 8 2025 (unanimous)
- Postponed approval of Aug 11 2025 minutes to Dec 8 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved proposed 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The commission unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda. It ratified the FY 2025‑2026 budgets for the Bahama Village and Caroline Street Corridor TIF funds. The board approved a purchasing ordinance exemption for a $484,257.07 Sea Tech contract. Commissioners approved a second amendment to the lease with Boat House Key West, LLC, with a 5‑yes, 0‑no vote and two absences.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Consent agenda approved unanimously
- Ratified FY 2025‑2026 Bahama Village and Caroline Street Corridor TIF fund budgets (passed)
- Approved Purchasing Ordinance Exemption for Sea Tech contract $484,257.07 (passed)
- Approved second amendment to Boat House lease; vote 5‑0, 2 absent
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the September 1 minutes. The appeal by Van D. Fischer for 902 Truman Avenue was postponed to November 5, 2025, with a 4‑yes, 1‑no, 2‑absent vote. The Board granted the appeal by Owen Trepanier & Associates for New Ideas, Inc. at 413 Greene Street, voting 3‑yes, 2‑no, 2‑absent. Appeals for 901 Fleming Street and 302 Front Street were also postponed to November 5, 2025, each passing with five yes votes and two absences.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- September 1 minutes approved unanimously
- Appeal for 902 Truman Avenue postponed (4‑yes, 1‑no, 2‑absent)
- Appeal for 413 Greene Street granted (3‑yes, 2‑no, 2‑absent)
- Appeal for 901 Fleming Street postponed (5‑yes, 2‑absent)
- Appeal for 302 Front Street postponed (5‑yes, 2‑absent)
City Commission
The commission approved a state‑funded grant of up to $500,000 for Von Phister Street safety improvements and several engineering task orders totaling over $2 million for pier, garage, and roadway projects. It ratified an interlocal agreement with the Utility Board for 13.8 kV line extensions at two airport sites and authorized a non‑binding $35,000 fitness‑court grant. The body also passed resolutions for numerous community events and granted purchase exemptions exceeding $50,000 for fiscal year 25‑26.
- Approved up to $500,000 State DOT grant for Von Phister Street safety improvements (Res 25-272)
- Approved engineering task orders totaling $1,511,105.97 for asphalt work and $536,852 for Mallory Wharf design (Res 25-277, 25-276)
- Ratified interlocal agreement with Utility Board for 13.8 kV line extensions at two airport sites (Res 25-271)
- Authorized $35,000 non‑binding grant for outdoor fitness court at Bayview Park (Res 25-279)
- Passed resolution requesting Navy withdraw objection to Wisteria Island Mooring Field (Res 25-262)
- Authorized multiple community events and related street closures, including Goombay Festival and Veterans Day Parade (Res 25-263‑270)
- Approved Change Order #4 ($45,267.45) for Southernmost Point Plaza redesign (Res 25-278)
- Authorized purchase exemptions over $50,000 for FY 25‑26 (Res 25-280)
Key West Bight Management District Board
The Key West Bight Management District Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the September 10, 2025 minutes. The board also unanimously approved a second amendment to the lease with Florida Straits Conch Company, Inc., adding a specialized relocation provision. No other actions were decided; the 631 Greene Street development plan was only discussed.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Second Amendment to lease with Florida Straits Conch Co. (unanimous)
Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee
The committee unanimously approved the FY 2025‑2026 budget for Fund 601 – Bahama Village TIF. It also unanimously changed the December 2025 meeting date to December 3, 2025. The committee passed a resolution recommending that the Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency allocate up to $400,000 in TIF funding as grants of up to $20,000 each to assist twenty home‑buyer households at the Lofts of Bahama Village Condominiums. All votes were unanimous, with one member recusing himself before the grant vote.
- Approved FY 2025‑2026 budget for Fund 601 – Bahama Village TIF (unanimous)
- Approved change of December 2025 meeting date to Dec 3, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Aug 14, 2025 (unanimous)
- Passed resolution recommending $400,000 TIF grant program for 20 home‑buyer households (unanimous; Mr. Williams recused)
City Commission
The commission adopted the FY 2025‑2026 ad valorem tax millage rate and the city’s FY 2025‑2026 budget of $286,615,419. It approved a contract with Public Risk Management for property and casualty insurance and renewed ancillary insurance policies up to $148,608.95. The commission also approved a contract for the Citizen Review Board Executive Director and amended the stormwater utility ordinance. All actions were passed with votes ranging from 5‑1 to unanimous among the six present commissioners.
- Adopted ad valorem tax millage rate (1.9739 mills) – Yes: 5, No: 1, Absent: 1
- Adopted FY 2025‑2026 budget of $286,615,419 – Yes: 5, No: 1, Absent: 1
- Approved contract with Public Risk Management for property & casualty insurance – Yes: 5, No: 1, Absent: 1
- Approved renewal/replacement of ancillary insurance policies up to $148,608.95 – Yes: 6, Absent: 1
- Approved contract for Citizen Review Board Executive Director services – Yes: 6, Absent: 1
- Adopted amendment to stormwater utility ordinance (Sec. 74‑387) – Yes: 6, Absent: 1
Code Enforcement Hearing
The magistrate found a violation at 2418 Flagler Ave and imposed a $250 administrative cost plus a $2,000 irreparable fine. Several other cases received continuances to October 16, 2025, and one case (Maureen Lydic) was dismissed after the respondent came into compliance. The hearing also set a 30‑day compliance deadline and daily penalties for the Helliesen property if not cleared by October 24, 2025.
- Case 1 (Helliesen) – $250 admin cost; $250 per count per day penalty after 24 Oct 2025; 30‑day compliance order
- Case 2 (Azuaje) – Continuance granted to 16 Oct 2025
- Case 3 (Truman & Co.) – Violation found; $750 total fine ($250 admin + $250 per count for two counts)
- Case 5 (Filip Popp) – Violation found; $250 admin cost and $2,000 irreparable fine ($2,250 total)
- Case 4 (Wendall A. Wall) – Continuance granted to 16 Oct 2025
- Case 6 (Alberto Rea Tolentino) – Continuance granted to 16 Oct 2025
- Case 10 (Maureen Lydic) – Case dismissed after compliance on 12 Sep 2025
- Case 11 (712 Eaton St) – Continuance granted to 16 Oct 2025
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda as presented. The minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting were also approved by unanimous vote. A request to transfer a transient unit and license was discussed, but no decision was recorded.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes of Aug 28, 2025 approved unanimously
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The commission voted to approve the design and demolition of several historic‑district properties, including 704 Russell Lane, 1118 Watson Street, 938 Whitehead Street, 1421 White Street, and 1400 Duval Street. Approvals were unanimous among the voting commissioners, with Chairman Burkee recused on items where he had a conflict. Two items at 309 William Street were postponed to the October 28 meeting.
- Approved design for 704 Russell Lane (5‑0)
- Approved demolition at 704 Russell Lane (5‑0)
- Approved demolition at 1118 Watson Street (6‑0)
- Approved renovations at 938 Whitehead Street (5‑0)
- Approved design for 1421 White Street with shed‑relocation condition (6‑0)
- Approved demolition at 1421 White Street (6‑0)
- Approved design for 1400 Duval Street (5‑0)
- Approved demolition at 1400 Duval Street (5‑0)
Citizen Review Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the July 2025 minutes. It also marked the September RRI as received and filed. Finally, the board unanimously approved the Executive Director's 2025‑2026 contract.
- Approved agenda (unanimous vote)
- Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
- Marked September RRI as received and filed (unanimous vote)
- Approved Executive Director 2025‑2026 contract (unanimous vote)
Planning Board
The board approved a major development plan for 3201 Flagler Avenue, permitting a two‑story mixed‑use project with landscaping waivers, by a 7‑0 vote. It also granted variances for 2015 Staples Avenue and 309 William Street and approved minor development plans for 601 Howard England Way and 701 Palm Avenue, each with conditions. Several text amendments to the Land Development Regulations were either approved, postponed, or withdrawn, including approval of a tattoo‑establishment amendment and postponement of a historic district amendment.
- Variance for 2015 Staples Avenue granted (5-2)
- Variance for 309 William Street granted (6-1)
- Minor Development Plan for 601 Howard England Way approved with conditions (7-0)
- Minor Development Plan & Conditional Use for 701 Palm Avenue approved (6-0, one recusal)
- Major Development Plan for 3201 Flagler Avenue approved with conditions (7-0)
- Transfer of Transient Unit and License postponed to Oct 16 2025 (7-0)
- Text amendment striking tattoo‑establishment separation requirements approved (7-0)
- Text amendment for new historic district (HPS‑3) postponed to Nov 20 2025 (6-0, one recusal)
Tree Commission
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes. A request to remove a Gumbo Limbo tree at 820 Georgia was postponed to the October 21 meeting. The commission denied the removal of a Mahogany tree at 900 Duval Street, citing its unique status, and unanimously approved several other tree removals with required replacement plantings and related landscape actions.
- Postponed request to remove Gumbo Limbo tree at 820 Georgia (deferred to Oct 21)
- Denied removal of Mahogany tree at 900 Duval Street (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Royal Poinciana tree at 1203 Whitehead St with replacement planting
- Approved removal of Spanish Lime tree at 816 Duval St with replacement planting
- Approved removal of Spanish Lime and Ficus trees at 2304 Patterson Ave with replacement planting
- Approved removal of Avocado tree at 914 Grinnell St with replacement planting
- Approved removal of Lignum Vitae tree at 1300 White St and allocated $5,800 for new tree plus $2,000 for site testing
- Approved Conceptual Landscape Plan at 701 Palm Ave, requiring additional mangrove trees
City Commission
The commission approved the FY 2025‑2026 tentative budget of $286,849,467. It also set the ad valorem tax millage rate at 1.9551 mills, a 4 % increase over the rolled‑back rate. Additionally, the board authorized a purchase of an Envirosight Rover X camera system for up to $137,254 by partially rescinding Resolution 25‑201.
- Adopt FY 2025‑2026 ad valorem tax millage rate of 1.9551 mills (Yes: Carey, Castillo, Lee; No: Kaufman; Absent: Haskell, Hoover, Henriquez)
- Adopt tentative FY 2025‑2026 budget of $286,849,467 (Yes: Carey, Castillo, Lee; No: Kaufman; Absent: Haskell, Hoover, Henriquez)
- Approve partial rescission of Resolution 25‑201 to purchase Envirosight camera system up to $137,254 (Yes: Carey, Castillo, Kaufman, Lee; Absent: Haskell, Hoover, Henriquez)
Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority
The Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority approved the Declaration of Condominium for the Bahama Village Condominium, creating 28 homeownership units at 710 Fort Street. The motion was made by Commissioner Castillo, seconded by Commissioner Carey, and passed with four votes in favor and three members absent. The meeting agenda was also unanimously approved as presented.
- Approved Bahama Village Condominium declaration (4-0, 3 absent)
- Unanimously approved meeting agenda
Key West Bight Management District Board
The board unanimously approved the agenda and the August 13, 2025 minutes. It passed a recommendation to approve the FY 2025‑26 Key West Historic Seaport budget. It also approved a lease amendment for Boat House Key West at 231 Margaret Street and ratified a purchasing ordinance exemption for a $484,257.07 Sea Tech contract.
- Approved FY 2025‑26 Key West Historic Seaport Budget (7‑0)
- Approved Second Amendment to Lease with Boat House Key West, LLC (6‑0)
- Approved Purchasing Ordinance Exemption for Sea Tech contract $484,257.07 (7‑0)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
General Employees Pension Board
The General Employees Pension Board approved the June 6, 2025 meeting minutes and several reports, including the GRS valuation and investment performance reviews. It also approved a proposed pension cola ordinance, custodial authorization for portfolio software, and disbursements. The board elected Cheri Smith as Chairperson and Alice Parker as Vice‑Chairperson. Attendance at the NCPERS Fall Conference was approved, while the FPPTA Trustee School request was dismissed.
- Approved June 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
- Approved GRS Valuation Report (unanimous vote)
- Approved Proposed Pension Cola Ordinance (unanimous vote)
- Approved Custodial Authorization for portfolio management software (unanimous vote)
- Dismissed FPPTA Trustee School request (unanimous vote)
- Approved attendance at NCPERS Fall Conference (unanimous vote)
- Approved disbursements (unanimous vote)
- Elected Cheri Smith as Chairperson (unanimous vote)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The commission unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda. It ratified a $75,000 purchasing exemption for temporary security services, approved the sale of Key West Eco Tours to Honest Dolphin Boat, LLC, and awarded a $1,098,055 bid to Gemstone RDI JV for marina repairs. All listed resolutions were recorded as passed.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Consent agenda approved unanimously
- Ratified $75,000 purchasing exemption for temporary security services (Resolution 25-251)
- Approved sale of Key West Eco Tours to William and Jennifer Litmer (Honest Dolphin Boat, LLC) (Resolution 25-252)
- Awarded $1,098,055 bid to Gemstone RDI JV for piling replacement, dock extension, and walkway repairs (Resolution 25-253)
Board of Adjustment
The Board postponed two pending appeals and approved a third. The appeal by Barton W. Smith on behalf of Island-West Investment Corp. was postponed to November 5, 2025. The appeal by Owen Trepanier & Associates for New Ideas, Inc. was postponed to October 9, 2025. The appeal by Owen Trepanier for REW Property Enterprises at 614 Whitehead Street was approved.
- Postponed Barton W. Smith/Island-West Investment Corp. appeal to Nov 5 2025 (vote 6‑0, Hoover absent)
- Postponed Owen Trepanier & Associates/New Ideas, Inc. appeal to Oct 9 2025 (vote 6‑0, Hoover absent)
- Approved Owen Trepanier/REW Property Enterprises appeal for 614 Whitehead St. (vote 5‑1, Haskell no)
- Unanimously approved agenda as presented (vote 6‑0)
- Unanimously approved August 1, 2025 minutes (vote 6‑0)
City Commission
The Key West City Commission approved a series of large‑scale grants and contracts, including an $880,207 beach nourishment grant, a $750,000 commuter assistance grant, and a $785,000 increase to the on‑demand bus service grant. It also ratified an emergency turf field purchase for $386,652.99, a parking‑area improvement contract for $290,594.03, and awarded a three‑year sludge‑transport contract to Waste Management. All resolutions were passed.
- Approved $880,207 beach nourishment grant for Smathers Beach (Res 25-232)
- Approved $750,000 commuter assistance grant for Lower Keys Shuttle (Res 25-238)
- Approved $785,000 increase to on‑demand bus service grant (Res 25-239)
- Ratified emergency turf field purchase up to $386,652.99 (Res 25-230)
- Approved $290,594.03 parking‑area improvements at Smathers Beach (Res 25-231)
- Awarded three‑year sludge transportation contract to Waste Management Inc. (Res 25-233)
- Approved $286,372 transit operating assistance grant (Res 25-237)
- Ratified emergency procurement of $93,829.38 for well suppression at wastewater plant (Res 25-240)
Contractors Examining Board
The Contractors Examining Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. A motion was adopted to hold a meeting on December 3, 2025, during which the Board will approve the 2026 meeting dates.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes from June 3, 2025 approved unanimously
- Approved December 3, 2025 meeting (vote tally not recorded)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The advisory board unanimously approved the agenda, including an amendment to postpone Item 4. The board also unanimously approved the July 24, 2025 minutes. A motion to move the September 25 meeting to September 24 was approved unanimously, while the proposal to change meeting frequency was postponed. The board unanimously approved a recommendation for staff to apply for National Fitness Campaign grant funding.
- Approved agenda (unanimous) with amendment to postpone Item 4
- Approved July 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved rescheduling of Sep 25, 2025 meeting to Sep 24, 2025 (unanimous)
- Postponed proposal to change meetings to bi‑monthly or quarterly (postponed)
- Approved recommendation for staff to apply for National Fitness Campaign grant (unanimous)
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Special Magistrate dismissed the Wendy's fire‑inspection case after the business came into compliance. Several cases were continued to September 25, 2025, including license violations for Truman & Company, Knight‑Gardner LLC, and the Hampton Inn. The City entered settlement agreements with Suzanne Moore Real Estate Services, Lindsey P. Sigafoos and Shaabdulla Shaalimov, each requiring a $250 administrative cost and fines ranging from $250 to $500, with additional suspended fines of $4,750. Other dismissals and continuances were also ordered.
- Dismissed Wendy's fire‑inspection fee case after compliance (Special Magistrate)
- Continuance granted to 25 Sep 2025 for Truman & Company non‑transient license case
- Continuance granted to 25 Sep 2025 for Knight‑Gardner LLC non‑transient license case
- Settlement with Suzanne Moore Real Estate Services LLC: $250 admin cost and $250 fine
- Dismissed Fisher Revocable Trust case after respondent came into compliance
- Continuance granted to 25 Sep 2025 for Hampton Inn Key West false‑alarm case
- Settlement with Lindsey P. Sigafoos: $250 admin cost, $500 fine, $4,750 suspended fine
- Settlement with Shaabdulla Shaalimov: $250 admin cost, $500 fine, $4,750 suspended fine
Development Review Committee
The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. Members voted to appoint Mr. Willman as Vice Chair, with six votes in favor, one abstention, and three members absent. No other items were decided at this meeting.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes approved unanimously
- Appointed Mr. Willman as Vice Chair (6 yes, 1 abstain, 3 absent)
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission approved eight large‑scale items, including demolitions at 906 Grinnell St, 417 Elizabeth St rear, 620 Dey St, and 726 Poorhouse Lane, as well as new accessory structures and design changes at several properties. All approvals received four affirmative votes, with three commissioners absent. Two items were approved with conditions requiring design modifications before final staff review.
- Approved demolition of 906 Grinnell St (4‑0, 3 absent)
- Approved demolition of 417 Elizabeth St rear (4‑0, 3 absent)
- Approved demolition of 620 Dey St (4‑0, 3 absent)
- Approved new accessory structure at 726 Poorhouse Lane (4‑0, 3 absent)
- Approved demolition of shed at 726 Poorhouse Lane (4‑0, 3 absent)
- Approved design changes at 1010 Windsor Lane (4‑0, 3 absent)
- Approved new addition at 1318 William St (4‑0, 3 absent)
- Approved renovations at 1118 Watson St with condition to lower eave height (4‑0, 3 absent)
Planning Board
The Planning Board unanimously approved the agenda and minutes. It approved the conditional use request for commercial rental of Class‑2 electric bicycles at 511 Truman Avenue, subject to staff‑recommended conditions, with a 6‑0 vote. The board postponed two text amendments to the Land Development Regulations—one to Chapter 90 (Enforcement Authority) and another to Chapter 110 (Green Building requirements)—until September 18, 2025.
- Approved conditional use for E‑bike rentals at 511 Truman Ave (6-0)
- Postponed Chapter 90 text amendment to September 18, 2025 (unanimous)
- Postponed Chapter 110 green building amendment to September 18, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
- Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
The Art in Public Places Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The board also approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously after a motion by Ms. Convertito and second by Mr. Heck. The remaining items—including updates on community‑center art projects, seaport artwork, and guidelines—were discussed but no actions were taken.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Tree Commission
The commission postponed a request to remove a Gumbo Limbo tree on Georgia Street. It unanimously approved several tree removal applications, including mangroves at 701 Palm Ave., Mahogany and Silver Buttonwood at 320 Amelia St., and a set of trees at Fort Zachary Taylor Park. A removal of a Black Olive tree at 3608 Duck Ave. was approved by a 4‑1 vote. The commission also approved the Final Landscape Plan for 3101 N. Roosevelt Blvd. and the Conceptual Landscape Plan for 3201 Flagler Ave., and withdrew the Fogarty Ave. application.
- Postponed 820 Georgia St. tree removal request (unanimous)
- Approved removal of mangroves (~240 sq ft) at 701 Palm Ave. (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Mahogany and Silver Buttonwood at 320 Amelia St. (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 2 Gumbo Limbos, 1 Mahogany, 1 Green Buttonwood at 601 Howard England Way (Fort Zachary Taylor Park) (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Black Olive tree at 3608 Duck Ave. (4‑1 vote)
- Approved Final Landscape Plan at 3101 N. Roosevelt Blvd. (unanimous)
- Approved Conceptual Landscape Plan at 3201 Flagler Ave. (unanimous)
- Withdrew 2429 Fogarty Ave. tree removal application (unanimous)
Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee
The committee nominated Ms. Mobley to chair the meeting, and the motion passed unanimously. The agenda and the June 5, 2025 minutes were each approved unanimously. The committee approved an action item recommending the City Commission authorize $1,224,075 for repairs to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Pool and directed the City Manager to prepare required documents. The vote on the pool recommendation was 5 in favor, 1 against, with 1 member absent.
- Nominated Ms. Mobley as chair (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved June 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation for $1,224,075 MLK Pool repairs and directed City Manager to act (5‑1, 1 absent)
Key West Bight Management District Board
The board ratified a purchasing ordinance exemption to allow a $75,000 change order for temporary private security services at the Historic Seaport and City Marina, bringing the total contract to $125,000. It approved the sale of Key West Eco Tours to William and Jennifer Litmer. The board awarded a $1,098,055 contract to Gemstone RDI JV for piling replacement, dock extension, and walkway repairs at the Key West Bight Marina. The lease amendment for Boat House Key West was not acted on due to a loss of quorum, and the Greene Street development discussion was postponed to September 10, 2025.
- Approved $75,000 security contract amendment (4-0)
- Approved sale of Key West Eco Tours to William and Jennifer Litmer (4-0)
- Approved $1,098,055 contract with Gemstone RDI JV for marina repairs (4-0)
- No action on lease amendment for Boat House Key West (no quorum)
- Postponed 631 Greene Street Development discussion to Sep 10, 2025 (4-0)
Advisory Screening Committee for a City Attorney
The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the July 1, 2025 minutes. Members voted to elect Mr. Oropeza as Vice‑Chair, defeating a motion for Mr. Lloyd. The committee also approved a motion to solicit multiple proposals for temporary outside counsel, including Ms. Downs' firm and Vernis and Bowling.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- July 1, 2025 minutes approved unanimously
- Motion to elect Mr. Lloyd as Vice‑Chair failed 2‑4
- Motion to elect Mr. Oropeza as Vice‑Chair passed 4‑2
- Approved procurement of multiple proposals for temporary city attorney (6‑0)
Sustainability Advisory Board
The board appointed Ms. Tuschel as chair pro tem by unanimous vote. The meeting agenda and the June 9, 2025 minutes were each approved unanimously. The board voted to recommend a buffered bicycle facility design alternative for Flagler Avenue, with four members voting yes and one voting no.
- Named Ms. Tuschel chair pro tem (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended buffered Flagler Ave bicycle facility (Yes 4, No 1)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The commission approved a three‑year contract with Florida Keys Security Services to provide private security for the city’s ports and marinas. It also approved five‑year lease renewals for Fisherman's Cafe on Lazy Way and for Superwoofie, LLC at the Key West Bight Ferry Terminal. The agenda, consent agenda, and June 4, 2025 minutes were unanimously approved.
- Approved three‑year security contract with Florida Keys Security Services (Res 25-218)
- Approved five‑year lease renewal for Fisherman's Cafe (Damn Good Food To‑Go, LLC) (Res 25-219)
- Approved five‑year lease renewal for Superwoofie, LLC at Key West Bight Ferry Terminal (Res 25-220)
- Approved agenda unanimously
- Approved consent agenda unanimously
- Approved June 4, 2025 minutes
Naval Properties Local Redevelopment Authority
The Authority adopted its consent agenda unanimously. It approved the minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting. It passed a second amendment to the Declaration of Affordable Housing Restrictions governing the 28 condo units at 710 Fort Street in the Truman Waterfront/Bahama Village area.
- Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved second amendment to affordable‑housing restrictions for 710 Fort Street (Resolution 21-256)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the agenda and the June 4, 2025 minutes. It voted to postpone the appeal concerning Hank's Hair of the Dog at 409 Caroline Street to December 2, 2025. It also postponed the appeal concerning New Ideas, Inc. at 413 Greene Street (107 Fitzpatrick Street) to September 3, 2025. Both postponement motions carried with all five present commissioners voting yes.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Postponed Hank's Hair of the Dog appeal to Dec 2, 2025 (5-0)
- Postponed New Ideas, Inc. appeal to Sep 3, 2025 (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting
City Commission
The City Commission ratified the amendment to the Public Transportation Grant Agreement, reducing the grant by $1,928,266.43 for the Mallory T‑Pier Extension/Improvements Project and approved the required budget adjustments. The City Manager was authorized to execute the necessary documents with the City Attorney’s consent. Several other items were also approved, including event permits, contract awards, and board reappointments.
- Ratified $1.928 M reduction in public‑transportation grant for Mallory T‑Pier project (Res 25-180) – Passed
- Approved Change Orders 6 and 7 for Spencer's Boatyard Seawall Replacement (Res 25-178) – Passed
- Approved Change Order 1 for Key West Fire Department Boat Lifts ($29,971.86) (Res 25-179) – Passed
- Approved Change Order 1 for Eaton Street repairs ($157,389.54) (Res 25-181) – Passed
- Authorized special event permit for Womankind, Inc. fundraiser (Res 25-172) – Passed
- Authorized Southernmost Beach Resort Shoreline Sessions Music Festival (Res 25-173) – Passed
- Approved one‑year agreement for 2025 Annual Powerboat Races with Race World Offshore LLC (Res 25-174) – Passed
- Awarded contract to Florida Keys Security Services for port and marina security (Res 25-184) – Passed
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Special Magistrate denied the HARC appeal filed by Hugh J. Morgan, upholding the City’s earlier decision. The magistrate also dismissed the cases for RCJB Properties (Case #25-765), Best of Key West Rentals (Case #25-1014), and Glazed Donuts & Coffee LLC (Case #25-795) after the respondents came into compliance. Several other cases were continued to August 28, 2025, and a $750 fine was imposed on Oleh Shalimanov for a business tax receipt violation.
- Denied HARC appeal (SMA 25-01)
- Dismissed RCJB Properties case #25-765 after compliance
- Dismissed Best of Key West Rentals case #25-1014 after compliance
- Dismissed Glazed Donuts & Coffee LLC case #25-795 after compliance
- Continuance granted to 28 Aug 2025 for Sandoval case #24-1101
- Continuance granted to 28 Aug 2025 for Pinku Chandra Debnath case #CCBLD25-14
- Continuance granted to 28 Aug 2025 for DGK Key West LLC case #CCBLD25-33
- Imposed $750 fine on Oleh Shalimanov (case #CCBLD25-79) for business tax receipt violation
Citizen Review Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the June 2025 minutes. It also unanimously approved Attorney Robert Cintron's 2025‑2026 contract. The June 2025 RRI was marked as received and filed by unanimous vote.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Attorney Robert Cintron 2025‑2026 contract (unanimous)
- Marked June 2025 RRI as received and filed (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda without dissent. The board also approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were approved or denied.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes from May 22, 2025 approved unanimously
City Commission
The commission adopted an ordinance amending the city charter to move the referendum election to the November 3, 2026 ballot, extend future mayoral terms from two to four years, and increase term limits from eight to twelve years. The ordinance passed with a 5-1 vote. The commission also approved a stormwater assessment resolution and rejected all bids for the water quality monitoring program, each passing unanimously among the present members.
- Ordinance 25-13 (charter amendment) adopted (5-1)
- Resolution 25-164 (stormwater assessment) passed (6-0)
- Resolution 25-165 (reject all bids for RFP #25-004) passed (6-0)
City Commission Workshop
The commission approved the agenda unanimously. The meeting featured budget workshop presentations, a public comment from Jangraw, multiple recesses, and adjourned at 3:44 p.m.
- Agenda approved unanimously
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The commission approved numerous design and demolition projects for historic properties, including renovations at 417 Elizabeth St, 620 Dey St, and 906 Grinnell St, and demolitions at 1301 Whitehead St and 1 Whitehead St. Several items were moved to a second reading on August 26, 2025, and some were postponed to that date. Commissioners Perez and Osborn recused themselves from specific items. The commission also selected Commissioner Burkee as Chair and Commissioner Oropeza as Vice‑Chair.
- Approved 417 Elizabeth St renovation with roof‑line condition (5‑2)
- Approved 417 Elizabeth St demolition, moved to second reading (7‑0)
- Approved 1301 Whitehead St demolition (7‑0)
- Approved 620 Dey St second‑story addition (7‑0)
- Approved 1 Whitehead St stabilization design (6‑0, Perez recused)
- Approved 1 Whitehead St demolition with monitoring conditions (6‑0, Perez recused)
- Approved 906 Grinnell St renovation subject to staff review (7‑0)
- Appointed Commissioner Burkee as Chair and Commissioner Oropeza as Vice‑Chair (7‑0)
City Commission Workshop
The commission took roll call, noted one absence, and pledged allegiance. The agenda was approved unanimously. A budget workshop presentation for FY 2025/2026 was given, followed by public comment, a recess, and adjournment at 3:32 p.m. No other decisions or votes were recorded.
- Agenda approved unanimously
Advisory Screening Committee for a City Attorney
The Advisory Screening Committee unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting. The committee voted 5-1 to recommend that the City Commission hire an outside attorney on a temporary basis to serve as City Attorney. The committee also unanimously voted to keep the position advertising open until the Commission provides further direction after its August 6, 2025 meeting.
- Agenda approved unanimously (6-0)
- June 24 minutes approved unanimously (6-0)
- Recommend City Commission seek outside temporary City Attorney passed 5-1
- Leave advertising for City Attorney position open until further Commission direction passed unanimously (6-0)
Planning Board
The board approved a major development plan and conditional use for an 8,600‑sq‑ft assisted‑living facility at 1620 Truesdale Court. It also approved several conditional uses and variances, including a commercial‑to‑educational use at 1023‑1025 White Street, golf‑cart rental variances at 2400 North Roosevelt Boulevard, and a pickle‑ball court variance at 3820 North Roosevelt Boulevard. The board granted a transfer of two transient‑unit licenses to 1128‑1130 Duval Street and adopted the Year 12 Building Permit Allocation award. All motions passed with votes ranging from unanimous to 5‑1, with Chairman Batty absent on each.
- Approved conditional use for 1023‑1025 White St (6‑0, Chair absent) – PB Resolution 2025-28
- Granted parking variance for 10 golf‑cart rentals at 2400 N Roosevelt Blvd (5‑1, Chair absent) – PB Resolution 2025-29
- Approved conditional use for 10 golf‑cart rentals at 2400 N Roosevelt Blvd, striking electric‑cart condition (5‑1, Chair absent) – PB Resolution 2025-30
- Adopted Year 12 Building Permit Allocation award (6‑0, Chair absent) – PB Resolution 2025-31
- Granted variance for pickle‑ball courts at 3820 N Roosevelt Blvd (5‑1, Chair absent) – PB Resolution 2025-33
- Granted variance for pool impervious‑surface at 1119 Varela St (5‑1, Chair absent) – PB Resolution 2025-34
- Approved transfer of two transient units to 1128‑1130 Duval St (6‑0, Chair absent) – PB Resolution 2025-36
- Approved major development plan and conditional use for assisted‑living facility at 1620 Truesdale Ct (6‑0, Chair absent)
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee appointed Ms. Salume as temporary chair by unanimous vote. The agenda and the prior meeting minutes were also approved unanimously. The conditional use request for 701 Palm Avenue was postponed to the August 28, 2025 meeting. The major development plan for 3201 Flagler Avenue, the easement for 534 Duval Street, and the transfer of a transient unit between 525 Simonton Street and 117 Duval Street were discussed but no action was taken.
- Appointed Ms. Salume temporary Chair (unanimous)
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved minutes (unanimous)
- Postponed Conditional Use 701 Palm Ave to Aug 28 meeting
- Discussed Major Development Plan 3201 Flagler Ave (no decision)
- Discussed Easement 534 Duval St (no decision)
- Discussed Transfer of Transient Unit 525 Simonton St / 117 Duval St (no decision)
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
The Art in Public Places Advisory Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It then approved an $8,000 allocation from the AIPP fund for a poetry component at the children's playground in Truman Waterfront Park. The board also approved the final artwork installed at 255 Trumbo Road. All approvals were passed with five votes in favor and two members absent.
- Agenda approved unanimously (5-0)
- Minutes approved unanimously (5-0)
- Approved $8,000 for poetry component at Truman Waterfront Park (5-0, 2 absent)
- Approved final artwork at 255 Trumbo Road (5-0, 2 absent)
Tree Commission
The commission approved numerous tree removal requests, often requiring replacement planting, and postponed several items to the next meeting. It denied a removal request for a unique Royal Poinciana tree. Two compliance settlement agreements were adopted, imposing fines and tree‑planting requirements for unauthorized removals.
- Approved removal of Mahogany tree at 729 Catherine St, replace with 6.6‑caliper dicot trees (unanimous)
- Approved removal of Royal Poinciana tree at 809 Truman/921 Windsor Ln, replace with two Lignum Vitae trees (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 77 sq ft mangroves at 2829 Venetian Dr (4‑1‑2 vote)
- Approved removal of Royal Poinciana tree at 618 Whitehead St, replace with 16.6‑caliper dicot trees (unanimous)
- Denied removal of Royal Poinciana tree at 216 Eanes Ln due to champion status (unanimous)
- Postponed removal requests for 2429 Fogarty Ave, 820 Georgia St, 701 Palm Ave, and 320 Amelia St to Aug 19 2025 (unanimous)
- Withdrawn by staff: removal requests at 809 Truman/921 Windsor Ln and 3029 N. Roosevelt Blvd #39 (withdrawn on agenda approval)
- Adopted settlement with Zachary Williams (fine $1,000, $250 contractor fine, required tree planting) and with Key West Rentals (fine $250, replacement of multiple trees) (unanimous)
Key West Bight Management District Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the June 11, 2025 minutes. It voted 6‑0 (Mr. Lay absent) to approve a five‑year lease renewal between the Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village CRA and Alexander Smith d/b/a Superwoofie, LLC for Unit 214 at the Key West Bight Ferry Terminal. The draft FY 2025‑2026 budget for Account 405 was also passed 6‑0 with an added $10,000 for Conch Republic Days.
- Agenda approved unanimously (6‑0)
- June 11, 2025 minutes approved unanimously (6‑0)
- Approved five‑year lease renewal for Unit 214 (6‑0, Mr. Lay absent)
- Approved FY 2025‑2026 Account 405 budget with $10,000 addition (6‑0, Mr. Lay absent)
City Commission
The commission approved a revised 287(g) agreement with ICE after adopting three amendments. It also authorized the city attorney to file a declaratory judgment against Governor Ron DeSantis, endorsed extending TPS for Haitians, and moved a charter amendment ordinance to a second reading.
- Approved 287(g) ICE agreement with three amendments (4-2, 1 absent)
- Motion to postpone the agreement failed (4-2)
- Amendment to strike "voluntary" from title approved (4-2)
- Amendment to change third whereas clause approved (4-2)
- Amendment to strike "reinstating" rejected (4-2)
- Authorized City Attorney to file declaratory judgment against Governor (5-1, 1 absent)
- Approved resolution supporting extension of TPS for Haitians (5-1, 1 absent)
- Ordinance amending charter election date and mayor terms advanced to second reading (6-0, 1 absent)
City Commission
The commission approved Resolution 25-161 directing the City Manager to declare the 287(g) memorandum of agreement with ICE void and unenforceable, to suspend all related activities, and to refrain from new agreements under Florida Statute 908 until courts rule. The motion passed 6‑1, with Vice Mayor Carey voting no. The agenda was unanimously approved as presented.
- Approved Resolution 25-161 voiding 287(g) ICE agreement (6-1)
- Agenda approved unanimously
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Special Magistrate approved a settlement with Oscar Javier Alvarado that imposes $5,750 in fines, $3,250 in suspended fines, and a $2,500 payment, and requires all permitting and inspections within 60 days. The magistrate also found violations and assessed fines for Michael & Susan Glasser and Fabiola Asuaje, granted continuances for Dailier Asfalto LLC, and dismissed or vacated several other cases.
- RCJB Properties Inc. violation finding; $250 admin cost and $250 per day until compliance
- Pho King Awesome Sake and Noodle Bar finding and order vacated and dismissed
- B.O's Fish Wagon Inc. case dismissed as respondent came into compliance
- Continuance granted to July 31 for Dailier Asfalto LLC
- The Key West Hotel LLC case dismissed without prejudice
- Settlement with Oscar Javier Alvarado: $5,750 fine, $3,250 suspended, $2,500 due, 60‑day compliance deadline
- Michael & Susan Glasser: $250 admin cost, $1,000 irreparable fine, inspection required within 30 days
- Fabiola Asuaje: $250 admin cost, $2,500 irreparable fine (total $2,750) imposed
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the agenda and the May 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It discussed an easement request for 417 Elizabeth Street/704 Russel Lane and a conditional‑use request for electric‑bike rentals at 511 Truman Avenue, but took no action on those items. The staff request for a conditional use at 701 Palm Avenue was postponed to the July 17, 2025 meeting.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Discussed easement at 417 Elizabeth St/704 Russel Lane (no decision)
- Discussed conditional use at 511 Truman Ave (no decision)
- Postponed conditional use at 701 Palm Ave to July 17, 2025
City Commission
The commission approved a motion to switch the order of discussion items (5‑2). A motion to begin the meeting with public comment was denied (2‑5). The amended agenda was approved (5‑2). The commission confirmed Michael Pope as Assistant City Attorney (5‑2) and adopted amended procedural rules for meetings (4‑3). The proposal to create a Citizen Advisory Committee was withdrawn.
- Switch order of discussion items – approved (5‑2)
- Allow public comment at beginning of meeting – denied (2‑5)
- Approve agenda as amended – approved (5‑2)
- Confirm Michael Pope as Assistant City Attorney – approved (5‑2)
- Adopt amended rules of procedure for commission meetings – approved (4‑3)
- Establish Citizen Advisory Committee – withdrawn
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission denied the carport proposal at 1218 Duval Street. It approved demolition of a historic structure at 1222 Seminary Street and approved new construction and renovation projects at several historic sites, including the Hemingway House, 903 Frances Street, 402 South Street, 510 Southard Street, and others. All approvals and the denial were passed unanimously with one commissioner absent.
- Denied two new carports at 1218 Duval St (6-0)
- Approved demolition of historic structure at 1222 Seminary St (6-0)
- Approved new ticket booth and pathway reconfiguration at 907 Whitehead St (Hemingway House) (6-0)
- Approved demolition of existing ticket booth at 907 Whitehead St (Hemingway House) (6-0)
- Approved new cottage and cabana at 903 Frances St (6-0)
- Approved use of 5‑v‑crimp metal roofing at 402 South St (6-0)
- Approved storefront renovation and interior changes at 510 Southard St (6-0)
- Approved partial demolition for storefront at 510 Southard St (6-0)
Advisory Screening Committee for a City Attorney
The Advisory Screening Committee approved its agenda unanimously. The members elected Mr. Smith as Chairman and Mr. Shilling as Vice‑Chair, each by unanimous vote. The next meeting was scheduled for July 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Mr. Smith elected Chairman (unanimous vote)
- Mr. Shilling elected Vice‑Chair (unanimous vote)
- Next meeting set for July 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
Citizen Review Board
The Citizen Review Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, approved the June meeting minutes, and marked the June RRI as received and filed. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June minutes (unanimous)
- Marked June RRI as received and filed (unanimous)
Tree Commission
The commission unanimously approved a resolution recommending the City Commission seek grant funding, set canopy‑tree goals, and adequately staff the Urban Forestry Division for FY 25‑26. It also approved removal and replacement of several trees, including a Mango tree at 1420 Whalton St, a Silver Buttonwood at 1213 Grinnell St, a Gumbo Limbo at 1024 16th Terrace, and a Rainbow Eucalyptus at 315 Catherine St. All other pending removal requests were postponed to the July 15, 2025 meeting.
- Approved resolution recommending city increase canopy tree inventory and pursue grant funding (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Mango tree at 1420 Whalton St with replacement planting (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Silver Buttonwood tree at 1213 Grinnell St with replacement planting (5‑2 vote)
- Approved removal of 1 Gumbo Limbo tree at 1024 16th Terrace with replacement planting (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Rainbow Eucalyptus tree at 315 Catherine St with replacement planting (unanimous)
- Approved conceptual landscape plan with multiple tree removals at 1620 Truesdale Ct (unanimous)
- Postponed removal requests for trees at 2429 Fogarty Ave, 820 Georgia St, 3029 N Roosevelt Blvd #39, 921 Windsor Ln, and 2829 Venetian Dr to July 15, 2025
- Withdrawn request to remove 1 Black Olive tree at 1010 Kennedy Dr (withdrawn by staff)
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
The Art in Public Places Advisory Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. The board voted to approve Debra Yates' proposal to repair and clean the Smathers Beach mosaic wall. The board postponed consideration of funds for adding a poetry component to the children's playground at Truman Waterfront Park until the July 16, 2025 meeting.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from March 19, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved repair and cleaning of Smathers Beach mosaic wall (5-0)
- Postponed funding for children's playground poetry component at Truman Waterfront Park (5-0)
Key West Bight Management District Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the May 14 minutes. It approved a three‑year contract with Florida Keys Security Services to provide private security for the city’s ports and marinas (6‑0 vote). It also approved a five‑year lease renewal for Fisherman's Cafe at the Historic Seaport (6‑0 vote). The ratification of a purchasing ordinance exemption for a temporary security contract was postponed to July 9, 2025.
- Agenda approved unanimously (6‑0)
- May 14 minutes approved unanimously (6‑0)
- Approved three‑year private security contract with Florida Keys Security Services (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Approved five‑year lease renewal for Fisherman's Cafe (6‑0, 1 absent)
- Ratification of security contract exemption postponed to July 9, 2025
Sustainability Advisory Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 14, 2025. It also unanimously approved the resolution recommending priorities for Fiscal Year 2026. The Energy, Transportation, Waste Diversion, and Sustainability & Adaptation reports were received and filed.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved FY 2026 priority resolution (unanimous)
- Received and filed Energy Report
- Received and filed Transportation Report
- Received and filed Waste Diversion Report
- Received and filed Sustainability & Adaptation Report
General Employees Pension Board
The General Employees Pension Board unanimously approved the March 7, 2025 meeting minutes and all listed action items. It approved retiree 2% cost‑of‑living adjustments without retroactive pay, several retirements, and disbursements. The board also received investment performance reports and an attorney report. No public comments were made.
- Approved March 7, 2025 pension minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Oropeza & Parks engagement letter (unanimous)
- Approved retiree 2% COLA without retro pay (unanimous)
- Approved listed retirements for Michael Johnson, Enid Torrregrosa Silva, James Young, Stephen Gardner, Ronnie Tabag (unanimous)
- Approved disbursements (unanimous)
- Received and filed Mariner investment performance review
- Received and filed Highland Capital investment review
- Received and filed attorney report on Sunshine Law and ethics
Bahama Village Redevelopment Advisory Committee
The advisory committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 5, 2025. The members elected Ms. Eables as Chair by unanimous vote. They also elected Mr. Lopez as Vice Chair, with all six members voting yes.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes of February 5, 2025 approved
- Ms. Eables elected Chair (unanimous)
- Mr. Lopez elected Vice Chair (6-0)
Board of Adjustment
The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the April 1, 2025 minutes. A motion to postpone the appeal regarding 1213 14th Street was carried, delaying the resolution to September 3, 2025. The vote on the postponement was 6 yes to 1 no.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- April 1, 2025 minutes approved unanimously
- Postponed appeal resolution for 1213 14th Street to September 3, 2025 (6-1)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. The May 6, 2025 minutes were approved. The board passed a resolution rejecting all bids for Invitation to Bid #25-008 (piling replacement, H2 dock extension, cantilever walkway repairs). It also approved the lease assignment for Florida Straits Conch Company at 631 Greene Street and the early termination of the lease with Sails in Concert, Inc.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes (May 6, 2025) approved
- Consent agenda approved unanimously
- Rejected all bids for ITB #25-008 (passed)
- Approved lease assignment for Florida Straits Conch Co. at 631 Greene St (passed)
- Approved early termination of lease with Sails in Concert, Inc. (passed)
City Commission
The commission approved Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No. LPA0246, increasing funding by $2,185,003.35 to a total of $5,844,202.01 for the Key West Treatment Plant Solids Dewatering Upgrades Project and extending the task end date to October 31, 2026. It also approved a settlement with Kava Culture Key West Co., a five‑year agreement with the Key West Tourist Development Association, and several event permits and contracts. All approvals were passed by the commission.
- Approved Amendment No. 3 increasing treatment plant funding by $2,185,003.35 (total $5,844,202.01)
- Approved Settlement Agreement with Kava Culture Key West Co. (Res 25-122)
- Approved five‑year agreement with Key West Tourist Development Association (Res 25-123)
- Authorized purchase of pavilions for three parks for $224,355.04 (Res 25-124)
- Approved roof repair contract with Tecta America South Florida for $74,569.00 (Res 25-125)
- Ratified Emergency Purchase Order 104351 for $145,051.00 to Tetra Tech, Inc. (Res 25-127)
- Ratified Emergency Change Order No. 6 for $74,915.00 for fire alarm BDA system (Res 25-128)
- Authorized multiple event permits, including Key Lime Festival Kick Off Party and Rotary 4th of July 5K (Res 25-113 to Res 25-120)
Contractors Examining Board
The Contractors Examining Board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Ms. Norris, seconded by Mr. Valente, and passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.
- Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Board approved a major development plan for a 54‑unit affordable housing project at 1671 Dunlap Drive, and granted several variances for properties on North Roosevelt Boulevard, 920 Caroline Street, and 1605 Bahama Drive. It also approved a minor development plan for an outdoor restaurant at 920 Caroline Street and a staffing resolution for the Planning Department. Three text‑amendment resolutions and three planning resolutions were postponed, either to June 18, 2025 or indefinitely.
- Approved Major Development Plan for 1671 Dunlap Drive (6‑0‑1)
- Granted Variance for 1605 Bahama Drive (6‑0‑1)
- Granted Variance for 920 Caroline St parking (6‑0‑1)
- Granted Bicycle Parking Substitution Variance for 1671 Dunlap Drive (6‑0‑1)
- Approved Minor Development Plan for 920 Caroline St (6‑0‑1)
- Approved Staffing Resolution for Planning Department FY 2025/2026 (6‑0‑1)
- Postponed Text Amendment on Green Building to indefinite
- Postponed Planning Resolution for 2400 North Roosevelt Blvd variance to June 18, 2025
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the April 1 minutes. It approved several construction and demolition requests, postponed a few items to June 24, and denied an after‑the‑fact bump‑out at 1011 Windsor Lane. All votes were unanimous unless noted.
- Approved new diesel generator with required front‑yard greenery (7‑0)
- Approved demolition of pad and fence at 525 Southard Street (7‑0)
- Approved new single‑family residence at 1222 Seminary Street with staff‑recommended changes (7‑0)
- Approved new gable roof at 726.5 Passover Lane (7‑0)
- Approved new accessory structure at 620 Dey Street, limiting top‑plate height to 9 ft (7‑0)
- Approved second‑story addition at 520 Emma Street (7‑0)
- Denied after‑the‑fact bump‑out at 1011 Windsor Lane per HARC Guidelines (7‑0)
- Postponed two new carports at 1218 Duval Street to June 24 2025 (7‑0)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting. A motion to postpone the recommendation to purchase and install artificial turf at Pepe Hernandez Field was approved by a 3‑2 vote, delaying the decision until the July 24, 2025 meeting.
- Agenda approved unanimously as amended
- April 24 minutes approved unanimously
- Recommendation to purchase artificial turf ($987,738) postponed (Yes 3, No 2, Absent 2)
Code Enforcement Hearing
The May 22 Code Compliance Hearing resulted in several dismissals and continuances. The Special Magistrate dismissed the cases against Berkshire Hathaway, B.O.'s Fish Wagon Inc., El Rinconcito Mexican Food Inc., and Salty Seaweed LLC. Continuances were granted for Dailier Asfalto LLC, The Key West Hotel LLC, and DGK Key West LLC, all set for June 26, 2025. Leviathan Studios LLC was ordered to pay a $250 administrative cost.
- Dismissed Berkshire Hathaway violation case (Special Magistrate granted dismissal)
- Dismissed B.O.'s Fish Wagon Inc. case #25-17 (dismissal)
- Dismissed El Rinconcito Mexican Food Inc. case (dismissal)
- Continuance granted for Dailier Asfalto LLC to 26 June 2025
- Imposed $250 administrative cost on Leviathan Studios LLC
- Dismissed Salty Seaweed LLC case (dismissal)
- Continuance granted for The Key West Hotel LLC to 26 June 2025
- Continuance granted for DGK Key West LLC to 26 June 2025
Development Review Committee
The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the April 24, 2025 minutes. A motion to move the July 24, 2025 meeting to July 17, 2025 was adopted with seven votes in favor and four members absent. No other items were decided.
- Approved agenda unanimously
- Approved April 24, 2025 minutes unanimously
- Rescheduled July 24, 2025 meeting to July 17, 2025 (7-0, 4 absent)
Tree Commission
The Tree Commission changed one agenda item to a discussion and then approved a series of tree removal requests, each with specified replacement planting. It also approved a conceptual landscape plan for Fort Zachary Taylor State Park and a final landscape plan for the Housing Authority at 1671 Dunlap Drive, both with mitigation conditions. All motions passed by unanimous vote, and the commission agreed to review any Tree Fund money requests case by case.
- Approved removal of 1 Mahogany tree at 2707 Flagler Ave, replace with 19.1 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Green Buttonwood tree at 3820 N Roosevelt Blvd, replace with 17.8 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana tree at 704 Eaton St, replace with 10.9 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Approved conceptual landscape plan for Fort Zachary Taylor State Park with mitigation condition (unanimous)
- Approved final landscape plan for Housing Authority at 1671 Dunlap Dr, multiple tree removals and replacement with 549.9 caliper inches dicot mitigation and 19 palms (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Royal Poinciana tree at 1410 Von Phister ROW, replace with 20.1 caliper inches and condition replacement on City property (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 3 Gumbo Limbo trees at 719 Poorhouse Ln, replace with 5.7 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Mango tree at 1220 Royal St, replace with 6.3 caliper inches dicot/fruit trees (unanimous)
Citizen Review Board
The board unanimously approved its agenda and the April 2025 minutes. It also unanimously resolved Complaint 25-001 and Complaint 25-002, finding both unfounded.
- Approved agenda (unanimous vote)
- Approved April 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
- Resolved Complaint 25-001 as "Unfounded" (unanimous vote)
- Resolved Complaint 25-002 as "Unfounded" (unanimous vote)
Key West Bight Management District Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the April 9 minutes. It approved four action items, including a recommendation to reject all bids for ITB #25-008 related to dock repairs. The board also approved a commercial dockage addendum for wooden schooners, a lease assignment for Conch Republic Seafood Company at 631 Greene Street, and a lease termination for Sails in Concert on Lazy Way Lane. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote, with one member absent.
- Agenda approved unanimously (6-0)
- April 9 minutes approved unanimously (6-0)
- Approved Commercial Dockage Addendum for wooden schooners (6-0)
- Recommended CRA reject all bids for ITB #25-008 dock project (6-0)
- Recommended CRA approve lease assignment for Conch Republic Seafood Co. at 631 Greene Street (6-0)
- Recommended CRA approve lease termination for Sails in Concert on Lazy Way Lane (6-0)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The commission approved a $1,000,000 State of Florida grant (plus a $300,000 CRA match) for the final phase of the Bahama Village Community Center Resilience Hub at the Frederick Douglass Gym. It also approved three five‑year lease renewals for Sebago Watersports (Units I & J and the ticket booth) and for Key West Bait & Tackle. The commission rejected all bids for Invitation to Bid #25‑009 and directed a re‑bid that includes recommendations from the Key West Bight Management District Board. A motion to award the bid to Gemstone RDI passed by a 4‑3 vote.
- Approved $1M state grant for Bahama Village Community Center Resilience Hub (passed)
- Approved 5‑year lease renewal for RED Hospitality & Leisure (Sebago Watersports) Units I & J (passed)
- Approved 5‑year lease renewal for RED Hospitality & Leisure (Sebago Watersports) ticket/check‑in booth (passed)
- Approved 5‑year lease renewal for Key West Bait & Tackle, Inc. for Margaret Street units (passed)
- Rejected all bids for Invitation to Bid #25‑009 and directed a re‑bid with KWBB recommendations (passed)
- Awarded Invitation to Bid #25‑009 to Gemstone RDI (4‑3 vote: Yes – Hoover, Kaufman, Lee, Henriquez; No – Carey, Castillo, Haskell)
- Approved the consent agenda unanimously (unanimous)
- Approved the agenda unanimously (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda as presented. A motion by Ms. Roberts, seconded by Mr. Esquinaldo, approved the March 26, 2025 minutes, also unanimously. No other actions or decisions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
City Commission
The Commission ratified Amendment One to the Special Legal Counsel agreement with Cynthia Hall unanimously. An amendment requiring a name‑clearing hearing for Ronald Ramsingh passed 6‑1, but the motion to end his employment for cause failed 5‑2. The Commission then approved terminating Ronald Ramsingh’s employment without cause by a 4‑3 vote, and a proposal to place him on unpaid leave was withdrawn.
- Ratified Amendment One to Special Legal Counsel agreement (7‑0)
- Approved amendment requiring name‑clearing hearing for Ronald Ramsingh (6‑1)
- Motion to end Ronald Ramsingh’s employment for cause failed (2‑5)
- Approved termination of Ronald Ramsingh’s employment without cause (4‑3)
- Withdrew proposal to place Ronald Ramsingh on unpaid leave (withdrawn)
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting. It postponed the staff request for a Major Development Plan and Conditional Use for the 8,600‑square‑foot assisted‑living project at 1620 Truesdale Court, moving it to the May 22, 2025 meeting. No other items received a decision.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Postponed Major Development Plan & Conditional Use for 1620 Truesdale Court to May 22, 2025
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission unanimously approved the agenda and the March 25 minutes. It approved several new construction and demolition projects, including a major development plan at 1321‑1325 Simonton Street and 625 South Street. The commission postponed consideration of the carport project at 1218 Duval Street and two staff‑requested generator projects to the May 27 meeting. All other listed items were approved by vote.
- Approved new two‑story residential unit and carport at 724 Olivia Street (5‑0)
- Postponed three new carports at 1218 Duval Street to May 27, 2025 (6‑0)
- Approved new one‑and‑a‑half‑story concrete block structure with pool at 323 Petronia Street (6‑0)
- Approved demolition of non‑historic duplex at 323 Petronia Street (6‑0)
- Approved new canopy over walkways at 700 Truman Ave (6‑0)
- Approved major new building and pool plan at 1321‑1325 Simonton St & 625 South St (4‑0)
- Approved demolition of existing commercial buildings at 1321‑1325 Simonton St & 625 South St (4‑0)
- Approved new open carport and dormer at 1300 Tropical Street (5‑0, 1 no vote)
City Commission
The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It ratified the agreement for special legal counsel between the City Manager and Cynthia Hall, passing 6‑1. It voted to end the employment of Ronald Ramsingh and appoint an interim city attorney, but the motion failed 3‑4. A special meeting was scheduled for April 24 to revisit the Ramsingh employment issue.
- Approved special legal counsel agreement (6-1)
- Rejected termination of Ronald Ramsingh and interim city attorney appointment (3-4)
- Unanimously approved agenda (7-0)
- Scheduled special meeting for April 24 to discuss Ramsingh employment
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Special Magistrate entered a settlement agreement that fined Palmisano Re Investments LLC $25,000. Several cases were dismissed after the respondents came into compliance, and the magistrate vacated prior findings for Ty Morlang LLC and Local Waters Marine Repair LLC. New violations were found for Pohalski LLC and other businesses, resulting in licensing fees and administrative costs. Continuances were granted for B.O.'s Fish Wagon and Julie Marie McGrane.
- Dismissed Coral Plastering and Wall Systems case (compliance as of 13 Mar 2025)
- Dismissed Island Bicycles LLC cases (compliance as of 27 Mar 2025)
- Vacated finding and order for Ty Morlang LLC
- Vacated finding and order for Local Waters Marine Repair LLC
- Settlement imposed $25,000 fine on Palmisano Re Investments LLC
- Found violation and imposed $615.75 fees on Pohalski LLC
- Granted continuance for B.O.'s Fish Wagon to 22 May 2025
- Granted continuance for Julie Marie McGrane to 22 May 2025
Tree Commission
The Key West Tree Commission approved a series of tree removal requests, denied one request, and adopted conceptual landscape plans that include multiple tree removals. It also authorized the use of City Tree Fund money as recommended by the Urban Forestry Manager. Two removal requests were tabled and postponed to a later meeting.
- Approved removal of 1 Strangler Fig tree at 3380 Donald Ave (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Mahogany tree at 1215 Georgia St (unanimous)
- Denied removal of 1 Mango tree at 1220-1222 Seminary St (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 1 Sapodilla tree at 1424-1428 White St (unanimous)
- Approved removal of 2 Mahogany trees and 1 Spanish Stopper at Southernmost Point Buoy (unanimous)
- Approved conceptual landscape plan for 1671 Dunlap Dr with multiple tree removals (unanimous)
- Approved use of City Tree Fund money as recommended (unanimous)
- Tabled and postponed removal request for 1 Mahogany tree at 2429 Fogarty Ave (unanimous)
Sustainability Advisory Board
The Sustainability Advisory Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda as presented. An amendment to add the Waste Diversion Report to the agenda was also approved unanimously. The minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to agenda to hear Waste Diversion Report (unanimous)
- Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Key West Bight Management District Board
The board approved three leases for Red Hospitality, Key West Bait & Tackle, and Sebago Watersports at the Historic Seaport with unanimous votes. It rejected the award of the $1,020,000 Schooner Wharf floating‑dock contract and voted to re‑bid after specifying new requirements. A proposal to rearrange marina tenants to moor a schooner was denied, and a commercial dockage addendum for wooden schooners was postponed to May 14, 2025. The 2023‑24 common‑area maintenance reconciliation was approved.
- Approved lease for Red Hospitality (Sebago Watersports) at Lazy Way Lane (6‑0)
- Approved lease for Sebago Watersports (Ticket/Check‑In Booth) at Lazy Way Lane (6‑0)
- Approved lease for Key West Bait & Tackle at 241, 251A, 251B Margaret St (6‑0)
- Rejected award of Gemstone RDI bid for Schooner Wharf dock replacement; motion failed 3‑3
- Approved motion to reject all bids and issue a new re‑bid for Schooner Wharf dock (6‑0)
- Denied motion to rearrange marina tenants to moor a schooner (Yes 4, No 1, Recuse 1, Absent 1)
- Postponed commercial dockage addendum for wooden schooners to May 14, 2025 (Yes 5, Recuse 1, Absent 1)
- Approved 2023‑24 fiscal year common‑area maintenance reconciliation (unanimous)
Caroline Street Corridor and Bahama Village Community Redevelopment Agency
The City Commission unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda. It approved adjusted transient rates at the Key West Bight Marina, a lease assignment for Key West Bait and Tackle, and a task order up to $514,450.95 for the Olivia Street Stormwater Inceptor Project. All three resolutions were recorded as passed.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Consent agenda approved unanimously
- Approved adjusted transient rates at Key West Bight Marina (Resolution 25-06)
- Approved lease assignment for Key West Bait and Tackle (Resolution 25-07)
- Approved task order up to $514,450.95 for Olivia Street Stormwater Inceptor Project (Resolution 25-082)
Board of Adjustment
The Board approved the meeting agenda as amended by unanimous vote. The Board approved the March 4, 2025 minutes unanimously. The Board voted to postpone the appeal concerning the Key West Golf Club’s building permit allocation to May 6, 2025, with all seven members voting Yes.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Postponed Key West Golf Club appeal to May 6, 2025 (7‑0)
City Commission
The commission postponed Item #47 to a special meeting and unanimously approved the consent agenda. It adopted amended rules of procedure and approved a series of contracts and grants, including a $1.1 million grant for the Dennis Street Phase 2 design‑build project, a $916,500 pump‑station contract, and a $213,000 public‑transportation grant. All listed actions were passed without recorded dissent.
- Postponed Item #47 to the April 16 special meeting (unanimous)
- Approved the consent agenda (unanimous)
- Adopted amended rules of procedure for City Commission meetings (unanimous)
- Approved $1.1M State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection grant for Dennis Street Phase 2 (unanimous)
- Awarded $916,500 contract to Charley Toppino & Sons for Pump Station “F” grinder installation (unanimous)
- Approved $213,000 FDOT public‑transportation grant agreement (unanimous)
- Authorized $66,838.90 change order for Caroline Street TIF design services (unanimous)
- Authorized $500 donation from Law Enforcement Officers Trust Fund to Key West High School graduation program (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Board approved revocation of the 2719 Staples Avenue resolutions, a transfer of a transient unit and license, two major development plans, a home‑occupation licensing amendment, and a Zoom policy amendment. It denied an after‑the‑fact variance for 620 Dey Street and postponed a public‑notice amendment to May 15, 2025. All approvals were passed by vote.
- Approved revocation of 2719 Staples Avenue resolutions (6-0)
- Denied after‑the‑fact variance for 620 Dey Street (motion failed)
- Approved transfer of transient unit & license from 1220 Royal St to 510 Amelia St (6-1)
- Approved major development plan & landscape waiver for 3101 N. Roosevelt Blvd (7-0)
- Approved major development plan for 1321‑1325 Simonton St and 625 South St (7-0)
- Approved home‑occupation licensing amendment (7-0)
- Approved Zoom policy amendment (7-0)
- Postponed public‑notice amendment to May 15, 2025
Development Review Committee
The Development Review Committee unanimously approved the agenda as presented and also unanimously approved the February 27, 2025 minutes. No actions were taken on the major development plan for 1671 Dunlap Drive or the minor development plan for 601 Howard England Way; both were only discussed.
- Agenda approved unanimously
- Minutes approved unanimously
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the agenda and the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes. The board then approved the First Amendment to the Hawk Missile Site/Higgs Beach Interlocal Agreement with six votes in favor and one member absent. No other actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved First Amendment to Hawk Missile Site/Higgs Beach Interlocal Agreement (6-0, 1 absent)
Historic Architectural Review Commission
The Historic Architectural Review Commission voted to approve multiple renovation and demolition requests for historic and non‑historic properties, including additions, pool decks, lanai, and after‑the‑fact work. All approvals were unanimous except where a commissioner recused herself, resulting in a 5‑0 vote. Two items were postponed to the April 22 meeting.
- Approved renovations to one‑story historic structure at 306 Truman Ave (addition, pool, entrance) – 6‑0
- Approved demolition of non‑historic rear addition and stairs at 306 Truman Ave – 6‑0
- Approved new lanai at rear of 520 Grinnell Street (height exception) – 6‑0
- Approved new one‑story addition at rear of 1417 Pine Street (same footprint, AC location condition) – 6‑0
- Approved demolition of non‑historic rear porch at 1417 Pine Street – 6‑0
- Approved after‑the‑fact renovations to historic house at 1011 Windsor Lane (deck, doors, windows, skylight) with 60‑day COA condition – 6‑0
- Approved after‑the‑fact demolition of non‑historic rear staircase at 1011 Windsor Lane – 6‑0
- Approved renovations to non‑historic house at 704 Catherine Street (pergola, skylights, solar relocation) – 5‑0 (Commissioner Osborn recused)
Citizen Review Board
The Citizen Review Board approved the meeting agenda by unanimous vote. The board also approved the January 2025 minutes, also unanimously. A motion to mark the February 2025 and March 2025 RRIs as received and filed passed unanimously.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Marked February 2025 RRI received and filed (unanimous)
- Marked March 2025 RRI received and filed (unanimous)
Code Enforcement Hearing
The Code Compliance Hearing imposed fines and fees on several businesses for overdue tax receipts, including a $750 penalty for A‑Wax Window Cleaning. Three cases were dismissed after the owners came into compliance. Multiple matters were continued to a hearing on 17 April 2025, and a prior order against Arjay Hasty Photography was vacated.
- Imposed $647.50 violation fees on Conch Bubbles LLC (admin $250, licensing $118, delinquent $29.50, penalty $250)
- Imposed $250 administrative cost on Stephan Wischerth – 1411 Eliza Street
- Imposed $250 administrative cost on Stephan Wischerth – 1018 Georgia Street
- Dismissed case against T‑Jams LLC after compliance on 4 March 2025
- Imposed $750 penalty on A‑Wax Window Cleaning ($250 admin cost plus $500 repeat‑violation fine)
- Approved $250 settlement payment to Palmisano Re Investments LLC
- Granted continuance to 17 April 2025 for B.O.'s Fish Wagon INC.
- Vacated previous finding and order for Arjay Hasty Photography LLC
Art in Public Places Advisory Board
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 19, 2025 minutes. A motion to deny a bi‑monthly meeting schedule was carried, so the board will continue meeting monthly. The board also approved a motion for Elizabeth Young to coordinate a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on April 16, 2025. A motion to reinstitute a call for proposals for the Ramos‑Lopez pocket‑park sculpture was made, but the minutes do not record its outcome.
- Approved agenda unanimously
- Approved February 19, 2025 minutes unanimously
- Denied bi‑monthly meeting schedule; maintain monthly meetings (6‑0)
- Approved joint meeting coordination with Parks board (6‑0)
- Motion to reinstitute call for proposals for Ramos‑Lopez pocket‑park sculpture (outcome not recorded)