Marco Island public meetings in 2025

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will approve the 2026 meeting schedule and consider a renewal proposal for erosion control. The board will also review financial reports and receive an update from the Waterways Advisory Committee.

• Approval of 2026 meeting schedule
• Erosion control renewal proposal
• Financial report as of November 30, 2025
• Waterways Advisory Committee update
• Approval of November 20, 2025 minutes

Waterways Advisory Committee

The committee will review a proposed code change to the Marco Island Fertilizer Ordinance. Members will also discuss water quality testing and rodenticide alternatives. The body is scheduled to approve the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Proposed code change to Marco Island Fertilizer Ordinance
• Water quality testing discussion
• Review of rodenticide alternatives and poison testing
• 2026 Waterways Advisory Meeting Calendar
• Florida Friendly Landscaping communication

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will consider approving minutes from October and November meetings, and discuss old business including a draft 2026 meeting schedule and cleanup schedule. A key old business item is the review of a committee recommendation on rodenticide with suggested changes. The committee will also review its mission, goals, and last fiscal year budget. New business includes a discussion of a beach code amendment regarding furniture on the beach.

• Approval of October 22 and November 19 meeting minutes
• Draft 2026 committee meeting schedule review
• Current 2026 beach cleanup schedule review
• Review of committee recommendation on rodenticide with suggested changes
• Discussion of beach code amendment (draft ordinance including furniture regulations)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider a recommendation on the proposed Racquet Center under old business. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from November and December meetings, staff and committee communications, and public comment.

• Proposed Racquet Center recommendation (ID 25-5042)
• Approval of Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee minutes from November 18, 2025
• Approval of Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee workshop minutes from December 10, 2025

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will consider a series of cases involving building permits, weed trimming, noxious plants, right‑of‑way and erosion issues. It will also review certification orders for permits and stormwater compliance. Additionally, the board will hear mitigation of fines requests related to litter, debris, illegal discharge, and stormwater pollution. All items are listed on the agenda for the December 16, 2025 meeting.

• Case 25-0682 – No building permit at 10 Marco Lake Dr (Diane Chestnut)
• Case 25-2186 – Trim weeds only at 1650 Heights Ct (Thomas R Treutlein)
• Certification Order 24-0182C – No building permit at 2133 San Marco Rd (Mubashar Hussain)
• Mitigation of Fines Request 24-2324M – Litter and debris at 1790 Maywood Ct LLC
• Mitigation of Fines Request 25-1036M – Illicit discharge at 826 Magnolia Ct (The Lykos Group)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is holding a special workshop to discuss the Racquet Center, focusing on whether the current fee structure is appropriate for pickleball and whether the membership model is optimal. No decisions will be made; this is a discussion-only session. Public comment is allowed.

• Discussion of whether the current fee structure is appropriate for pickleball at the Racquet Center
• Discussion of whether the current membership model is optimal
• Public comment period of up to 4 minutes per individual

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee held a special‑called workshop to review the racquet center fee structure and membership model for pickleball players. After staff presentation and public comment, a motion was made and seconded to place a recommendation—raising membership fees, adding a premium option, and segregating funds—for future discussion on a later committee agenda. No vote tally was recorded.

• Motion made (and seconded) to place racquet center fee recommendation on a future agenda (motion made)

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider approving asphalt repairs, a Ross valve replacement, a water treatment plant upgrade, and a bike lane project. The body will also vote on utility easement vacations and a public-private partnership proposal.

• Award of contract for Asphalt Inlay Paving Repairs ($133,408.10)
• Award of contract for Ross Valve replacement at Source Water Facility ($52,000.00)
• Award of contract for North Water Treatment Plant Filter Press replacement ($452,078.00)
• Award of contract for Collier Boulevard Alternate Bike Lanes Project ($2,929,967)
• Resolution to vacate utility easements on Chipley Street and South Barfield Drive

The council unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda as amended. It approved contracts including a $2,929,967 award to Douglas Higgins for the Collier Boulevard Alternate Bike Lanes project, a $452,078 award to Evoqua Water Technologies for a filter press replacement, and a $133,408.10 contract to Southern Striping Solutions for asphalt repairs. The council also approved two utility easement vacation resolutions (Resolution 25‑57 for Chipley Street and Resolution 25‑58 for South Barfield Drive). All motions passed by voice vote with seven votes in favor.

• Agenda approved as amended (voice vote, 7-0)
• Consent agenda approved as amended (voice vote, 7-0)
• Approved $133,408.10 contract to Southern Striping Solutions (voice vote, 7-0)
• Approved $52,000 purchase order to Environmental Equipment Services (voice vote, 7-0)
• Approved utility easement vacation Resolution 25‑57 for Chipley Street ROW (voice vote, 7-0)
• Approved utility easement vacation Resolution 25‑58 for South Barfield Drive (voice vote, 7-0)
• Approved $452,078 contract to Evoqua Water Technologies for filter press replacement (voice vote, 7-0)
• Approved $2,929,967 contract to Douglas Higgins for Collier Boulevard Alternate Bike Lanes (voice vote, 7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider three new business items: a resolution for a boat dock extension allowing encroachment into the side yard/riparian setback at 1695 Ludlow Rd, a resolution for a site development plan amendment to construct an open storage structure at 415 Lily Ct for city utilities, and approval of the 2026 meeting schedule. The board will also approve minutes from the November 7 meeting and take public comment.

• Resolution for boat dock extension at 1695 Ludlow Rd to allow encroachment into side yard/riparian setback
• Resolution for site development plan amendment at 415 Lily Ct for City of Marco Island Utilities open storage structure
• Approval of 2026 Planning Board meeting schedule
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from November 7, 2025

The Planning Board approved a boat dock extension at 1695 Ludlow Rd with conditions. It also approved a site development plan amendment to construct an open storage structure at 415 Lily Ct. The board adopted the 2026 Planning Board meeting schedule and approved the meeting agenda and minutes.

• Approved Boat Dock Extension at 1695 Ludlow Rd (7-0)
• Approved Site Development Plan Amendment for storage structure at 415 Lily Ct (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Planning Board Meeting Schedule (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 7, 2025 minutes (6-1)
• Amendment to November 7 minutes failed (no second)

Audit Advisory Committee

The Audit Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting and discuss the 2026 meeting schedule. The group will also review the preliminary year-end financials and the progress of corrective action plans.

• Approval of Audit Advisory Committee minutes from October 29, 2025
• Review of preliminary year-end financials
• Discussion of the 2026 Audit Committee meeting calendar
• Update on corrective action plan progress
• Public comment at 10:00 a.m.

The committee approved its agenda and the October 29, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. Members voted unanimously to adopt the Audit Advisory Committee Objectives and Responsibilities document as a resolution to be presented at the City Council meeting on January 5, 2026. The Finance Director gave an audit update and the next committee meeting was set for February 18, 2026 at 1:00 pm.

• Approve agenda (voice vote 6-0)
• Approve October 29, 2025 minutes (voice vote 6-0)
• Approve AAC Objectives and Responsibilities as a resolution for Jan 5, 2026 City Council meeting (voice vote 6-0)
• Schedule next meeting for Feb 18, 2026 at 1:00 pm

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will review funding allocations for Christmas lights and tree donations, discuss tree height limits, and approve the 2026 calendar year meeting schedule. The meeting will also cover updates on tree programs, park designs, and beach access beautification.

• Approval of November 5, 2025 minutes
• Funding allocation for Christmas lights and tree donations
• Discussion on maximum tree height limits
• Presentation on Calusa Park design and Mackle Park proposal
• Approval of 2026 calendar year meeting schedule

The Beautification Advisory Committee voted unanimously to let the Waterways Committee amend the fertilizer ordinance, removing the requirement for the BAC to conduct two educational sessions per year. The committee also approved the meeting agenda, the November 5 minutes, and the 2026 calendar of meetings, each with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda amendment (7-0)
• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Waterways Committee amendment to fertilizer ordinance removing BAC education sessions (7-0)
• Approved 2026 calendar year meetings (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a Capital Projects Workshop to review proposed capital projects, capital maintenance, projects not recommended, and a proposed ten-year capital plan. The meeting includes public comment. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion workshop.

• Capital Projects Workshop to review proposed and not-recommended projects
• Discussion of proposed capital maintenance items
• Presentation of proposed ten-year capital plan
• Public comment period (4 minutes per speaker)

The City Council reached consensus to direct staff to bundle several transportation projects—traffic intersection upgrades, long‑term road repaving, and two bridge replacements—into a $48.5 million Transportation Bond for the August 2026 ballot. It also grouped water‑quality, community‑enhancement, and city‑facilities projects into separate bond packages for the same ballot. The Council will refine and prioritize these bond offerings in early 2026 and asked staff to submit 2026 priorities by Dec 22, 2025.

• Directed staff to group $48.5M transportation projects into a potential Transportation Bond (consensus)
• Directed staff to group $4.1M water‑quality projects into a potential Water Quality Bond (consensus)
• Directed staff to group $8.3M community‑enhancement projects into a potential Community Enhancements Bond (consensus)
• Directed staff to group $6.5M city‑facilities and parks projects into a potential City Facilities & Parks Bond (consensus)
• Agreed to prioritize and refine bond offerings at early‑2026 council meetings (consensus)
• Requested staff submit 2026 priority list by Dec 22, 2025 (consensus)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will discuss old business including a draft Maintenance and Equipment Lease Agreement, Sand Dollar maintenance and escarpment management, and a financial report. New business involves approving the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Draft Maintenance and Equipment Lease Agreement (ID 25-4846) – discussion on contract extension
• Sand Dollar Maintenance and Escarpment Management (ID 25-4844) – review of 2026 plans and EarthTech proposal
• Long Term Strategies Update (ID 25-4864) – consultant presentation
• Financial Report as of October 31, 2025 (ID 25-4847)
• Approval of 2026 meeting schedule (ID 25-4840)

The board authorized a $156,000 contract with Earth Tech Enterprises for sand escarpment maintenance on Sand Dollar Island. It also approved a $25,306 purchase order for environmental and engineering services and adopted a lease amendment with the Hideaway Beach Association. The 2026 meeting schedule was approved, with May and June dates to be set later. All actions passed by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved $156,000 Earth Tech contract for Sand Dollar Island maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $25,306 purchase order to Humiston & Moore Engineers for environmental and engineering services (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Maintenance and Equipment Lease Agreement with Hideaway Beach Association (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Hideaway Beach Tax District meeting schedule, except May and June dates (5-0)
• Approved agenda for the meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 16, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 17, 2025 workshop (5-0)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will continue its discussion on techniques and alternatives for muck sediment remediation, including a presentation from BHP on backfill/encapsulation methods. Members will also review a white paper on the Big Marco Pass and Inlet Management Plan, discuss Florida Friendly Landscaping and Fertilizer, and update on crowd-sourced bathymetry of canals. The committee will set its 2026 meeting calendar and consider strategic planning topics.

• Continued discussion on techniques and alternatives to muck sediment remediation (Member Rohena, with BHP presentation)
• Florida Friendly Landscaping and Fertilizer update (Chair Mascoop)
• White paper on Big Marco Pass and Inlet Management Plan (Vice-Chair High)
• 2026 Waterways Advisory Meeting Calendar approval
• Crowd-sourced bathymetry of canals update by Marco Island Police Department Marine Unit

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the October 16 minutes by voice vote. A motion to recommend a pilot program for muck‑eating bacteria was withdrawn. The committee voted to recommend that the city modify the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Ecosystem Restoration permit to include maintenance dredging of the Capri and Big Marco Pass navigational channels and placement of beach‑compatible sand.

• Agenda approved as amended (voice vote, 7 yes)
• October 16, 2025 minutes approved (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Motion to recommend pilot program withdrawn (no vote)
• Committee recommended city modify permit for maintenance dredging of Capri and Big Marco Passes (vote: 7 yes)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will discuss several code reviews, including a coastal construction setback line variance and updates to beach vendor and vehicle regulations. The committee will also consider a resolution establishing its mission. Public comment is scheduled for 9:05 a.m.

• ID 25-4879 – Review of Structures Code Section, ARTICLE XI – Coastal Construction Setback Line Variance
• ID 25-4880 – Review of Beach Vendor Code (definitions, permits, equipment rentals, concessions)
• ID 25-4881 – Review of Vehicles and Trailers on the Beach code
• Resolution 20-15 – Review of Mission of the Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee
• Public comment (time certain 9:05 a.m.)

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved the agenda with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting included discussions on structures code, beach vendor operations, and vehicles on the beach, but no formal actions were taken on those topics. Members set the next meeting for December 17, 2025.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for Dec 17, 2025

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will consider approving the proposed 2026 schedule of its meetings. Members will hear presentations on tree planting locations, a shade plan for Mackle Park soccer fields, and a Racquet Center Enhancement Initiative. A staff Parks Summary Report and proposed future agenda items will also be discussed. Public comment will be taken after the agenda items.

• Approval of the Proposed 2026 Schedule of Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meetings (ID 25-4870)
• Presentation of Tree Planting Locations (ID 25-4866)
• Mackle Park Soccer Fields Shade Plan
• Presentation of Racquet Center Enhancement Initiative (ID 25-4887)
• Parks Summary Report (ID 25-4860)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee voted to approve the Tree Donation Project at Mackle Park and will move forward with it. The committee also unanimously approved the proposed 2026 schedule of its meetings. The agenda and the October 21, 2025 minutes were approved by unanimous consent. No action was taken on the Racquet Center Enhancement Initiative.

• Approved agenda – unanimous consent
• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes – unanimous consent
• Approved Tree Donation Project presentation and to proceed with project – unanimous vote
• Unanimously approved 2026 schedule of committee meetings
• Presented Racquet Center Enhancement Initiative – no decision recorded
• Scheduled next meeting for December 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will consider a series of pending cases involving noise complaints, building permit violations, illegal discharges, overgrown weeds, and solid waste issues across various properties in Marco Island. The magistrate will also address a certification order, a request to mitigate fines, and any related administrative matters before adjourning.

• Case 25-1270 – Noise General at 1020 S Collier Blvd (City vs. Dela Park Place Condominium Inc)
• Case 25-0682 – No Building Permit at 10 Marco Lake Dr (City vs. Diane Chestnut)
• Case 25-1853 – Illicit/Illegal Discharges at 1660 Caxambas Ct (City vs. MC Grille Associates LLC & Tony and Sara Ingraffia)
• Case 25-1489 – Solid Waste Disposal at 994 N Barfield Dr (City vs. Island Industrial Park Condominium)
• Case 25-1750 – Parking Citation at 10 N Collier Blvd (City vs. Martin Schneider)

The magistrate found violations in many code enforcement cases and ordered fines and compliance periods. Several cases were closed as compliant, while a few were continued to later dates. Two parking citation cases remain unpaid.

• Case 25-1270 (1020 S Collier Blvd) – magistrate ordered briefs/transcripts reread before a decision (≈2 weeks)
• Case 25-1751 (180 Bonita Ct) – complaint closed as compliant
• Case 25-1787 (1219 Bald Eagle Dr) – violation found, guilty; $250 + $50 fine, 60 days to get permit or $100/day
• Case 25-1896 (1645 Ludlow Rd) – violation found, guilty; $500 + $50 fine, contractor only
• Case 25-1768 (411 S Collier Blvd) – violation found, guilty; $250 + $50 fine
• Case 25-1772 (291 S Heathwood Dr) – closed compliant
• Case 25-1916 (615 E Elkcam Cir) – case continued to December
• Cases 25-1750 and 25-1897 – parking citations remain unpaid (no show)

City Council

The City Council voted 4‑3 to elect Councilor Darrin Palumbo as Chair and 4‑3 to elect Councilor Rene Champagne as Vice‑Chair. The agenda and the November 3, 2025 meeting minutes were each approved unanimously by the six present members. No consent‑agenda items were considered.

• Elected Darrin Palumbo as Chair (4-3)
• Elected Rene Champagne as Vice‑Chair (4-3)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 3, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• No consent agenda items presented

Planning Board

The Marco Island Planning Board will consider two utility easement vacation requests. One is a continued item to vacate Chipley Street right-of-way between 336 and 348 Colonial Avenue. The other is a new request to vacate utility easements along common lot lines at 138, 148, 158, and 168 S. Barfield Drive. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear public comment.

• Continued resolution to vacate Chipley Street right-of-way (LV-25-000138) between 336 and 348 Colonial Ave.
• New resolution to vacate utility easements along common lot lines at 138-168 S. Barfield Dr. (LV-25-000164)
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from October 3, 2025
• Community forum for public comment

The Planning Board approved the agenda changes and the October 3 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted 6-1 to vacate the Chipley Street right‑of‑way (LV‑25‑000138) covering about 6,877 square feet. It also voted 7-0 to vacate utility easements on 138, 148, 158 and 168 S. Barfield Drive (LV‑25‑000164) for the Marco Luxe Car Condominiums project.

• Approved agenda changes (7-0)
• Approved October 3, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Utility Easement Vacation LV-25-000138 to vacate Chipley Street ROW (6-1)
• Approved Utility Easement Vacation LV-25-000164 to vacate easements on S. Barfield Dr for Marco Luxe Car Condominiums (7-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss several items including updates on Tree City USA, a sponsorship and outside funding discussion, and a presentation timetable for a privately-funded tree donation program to bring before City Council. They will also consider reactions to Marco in Bloom contest ideas, max tree height restrictions, a list of most unwanted trees, and updates on Arbor Day plaque and historical markers. New business includes a Calusa Park design proposal and application of a $5,000 donation from City Councilor Stephen Gray. Staff will report on street light banner policy and fleet & facilities updates.

• Presentation and timetable for privately-funded tree donation program to City Council
• Application of $5,000 donation from City Councilor Stephen Gray
• Calusa Park design and PRAC proposal for Mackle Park
• Discussion of max tree height within electric utility rights-of-way
• Street light banner policy update

The committee voted to allow Vice‑Chair Scherzinger to participate remotely. It approved the street‑light banner policy changes presented by Public Works Director Justin Martin. The committee also approved the Christmas Lights funding and allocated Council Member Stephen Gray’s $5,000 donation to tree and community projects.

• Approved remote participation for Vice‑Chair Scherzinger (motion carried, 6 yes votes)
• Approved street‑light banner policy changes (7 yes votes)
• Approved Christmas Lights funding (all 7 members voted aye)
• Moved 14‑ft height restriction item to top of agenda (consensus)
• Allocated $4,000 of Council Member Stephen Gray’s $5,000 donation to tree canopy project and $1,000 to general fund for Marco in Bloom, Nature Night, and Arbor Day

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes authorizing purchase orders for IT equipment: a PureStorage array for $183,749, CrowdStrike software for $59,117, and dark fiber service for $69,000. Also on the agenda are a resolution on convenience fees, a license agreement for AMI equipment at Fire Station 50, and employee service awards. Presentations include a proclamation for Epilepsy Awareness Month and a Florida Trail Town designation. A discussion is scheduled on Ordinance 04-12 about parking in swales. No public hearings or ordinances are scheduled.

• Authorize $183,749 purchase order to CDWG for PureStorage Array using Sourcewell contract
• Authorize $59,117 purchase order to SHI for CrowdStrike software
• Authorize $69,000 annual agreement with Summit Broadband for dark fiber and network connectivity
• Resolution 25-55 amending collection of convenience fees on electronic payment transactions
• Discussion of Ordinance 04-12 regarding parking in swales

The council approved the agenda and consent agenda, accepted City Manager Mike McNees' resignation effective November 14, 2025 with continued health coverage for his spouse, and appointed Casey Lucius as interim manager. It also approved the 2026 council meeting schedule with added monthly workshops, updated the city’s signature authority, and authorized two major purchase orders totaling $252,749.04.

• Approved agenda as amended (voice vote 6-1)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (voice vote 7-0)
• Authorized $69,000 purchase order to Summit Broadband (via consent agenda, voice vote 7-0)
• Accepted City Manager Mike McNees' resignation effective Nov 14, 2025 with spouse health coverage (voice vote 7-0)
• Appointed Casey Lucius as Interim City Manager effective Nov 14, 2025 (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved 2026 council meeting schedule, added monthly workshops, moved Sep 21 meeting to Sep 22 (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-54 updating city signature authority (voice vote 7-0)
• Authorized $183,749.04 purchase order to CDWG for PureStorage Array (voice vote 7-0)

Audit Advisory Committee

The Audit Advisory Committee will introduce new Finance Director Carol McDermott and new member Daniel Kastholm. They will discuss an update and time/action plan for the upcoming external audit, review IT observations from the FY24 audit, and finalize a meeting calendar. The agenda also includes approval of the September 4, 2025 minutes and routine procedural items.

• Introduction of new Finance Director Carol McDermott
• Introduction of new Audit Advisory Committee member Daniel Kastholm
• Update and preparation for the upcoming external audit
• FY24 Audit — IT Observations Update discussion
• Finalize dates for future committee meetings

The committee approved its meeting agenda. It approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the revised Audit and Finance Advisory Committee Objectives and Responsibilities document and will forward it to City Council.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, 5-0)
• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (voice vote, 5-0)
• Approved revised Audit and Finance Advisory Committee Objectives and Responsibilities document; to be sent to City Council (vote 5-0)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will review committee operating norms, discuss rodenticide use on City properties, and review final reports on park cleanup efforts.

• Review of Committee Operating Norms & Procedures
• Standard Operating Procedures for Beach Clean-up Publicity
• Final Report on Good Bites Pilot at Mackle Park
• Exclusion and Seal ‘Em Out work at Mackle Park
• Discussion on the use of rodenticide at City properties

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. Members selected Chris Ricci to lead coordination of the 2026 beach‑cleanup sponsors. A motion to recommend that the city eliminate rodenticide on all city properties and use non‑toxic exclusion methods was carried unanimously (7‑0). No other actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (ID 25-4805)
• Selected Chris Ricci to lead 2026 cleanup sponsor coordination
• Approved recommendation to eliminate rodenticide citywide, vote 7‑0

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the future of the Racquet Center and a proposed pickleball setback from housing. Members will also review minutes from September, receive a parks summary report, and set future agenda items.

• Discussion of Racquet Center Future
• Pickleball Setback to Housing discussion with reference to Boise lawsuit
• Approval of draft minutes from September 16, 2025 meeting
• Parks Summary Report from staff
• Public comment period scheduled for 4:15 p.m.

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the September 16 minutes by unanimous consent. Members agreed to convene a workshop to examine the Racquet Center fee structure and membership model, with public input. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Agenda approved by unanimous consent (motion by Spindler, seconded by Kramer)
• September 16 minutes approved by unanimous consent (motion by Spindler, seconded by Aguis)
• Committee agreed to convene a workshop on Racquet Center fee and membership model

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will meet to approve routine purchase orders, a water quality testing contract, and a fire fighters' collective bargaining agreement. The body will also consider a site development plan for a Vietnam Memorial and a resolution regarding bike lanes on Collier Boulevard.

• Extension of contract with Advanced Environmental Laboratories for $92,416.80 annually
• Resolution ratifying collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters
• Resolution approving bike lanes on Collier Boulevard
• Resolution for site development plan at Veterans Community Park
• Discussion on a charter amendment regarding city council vacancies

The Marco Island City Council approved remote participation for Chair Brechnitz, adopted the amended consent agenda, waived the e‑check fee under Resolution 25‑37, and approved a site development plan amendment for the Vietnam Memorial at Veterans Community Park.

• Approved remote participation for Chair Brechnitz (voice vote, all six present voted yes)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended (voice vote, seven members voted yes) – includes $92,416.80 annual water‑testing contract and reappointment of Special Magistrate Robert D. Pritt for two years
• Waived e‑check fee under Resolution 25‑37 (voice vote, five members voted yes; Councilor Henry and Chair Brechnitz did not respond)
• Approved Site Development Plan Amendment for Vietnam Memorial at Veterans Community Park (vote, six members voted yes; Chair Brechnitz absent)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board is holding a workshop to discuss long-term management strategies. Presentations will cover the consulting team's introduction, public relations, shoreline history, project features for Hideaway Beach and Tigertail Lagoon-Sand Dollar Island, conceptual alternatives, and the Marco Island Beach Management Agreement.

• Introduction by consulting team
• Public relations discussion
• Shoreline history and current program assessment
• Hideaway Beach project features and adaptations
• Tigertail Lagoon-Sand Dollar Island project features and adaptations

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board conducted an informational workshop to explore long‑term management strategies for Hideaway Beach. Topics included renewal of the erosion control permit, public‑relations plans, shoreline history, project features, and potential beach management agreements. The session was strictly informational with no formal votes taken.

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will approve the agenda and minutes, receive updates on the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island project, the 2025 annual monitoring report, and the FY26 budget, and discuss the Tractor Beach raking contract. The meeting includes a financial report for September 2025 and a discussion of long‑term management strategies.

• Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Project update (Item 6A)
• 2025 Hideaway Beach Annual Monitoring Report (Item 6C‑6D)
• FY26 Hideaway Beach Budget presentation (Item 6G)
• Tractor Beach Raking Contract update (Item 7A)
• Financial Report as of September 30, 2025 (Item 6F)

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board approved a purchase order for Humiston & Moore Engineers to provide Q4 2025 environmental professional services for the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island restoration project. It also approved purchase orders for T‑groin inspection ($2,772), long‑term management strategies ($10,000), and strategic coastal‑protection planning ($10,009). The board extended the tractor lease through December 2025 and tasked the attorney and a board member with negotiating the lease amendment.

• Approved $25,482.50 purchase order for environmental services (voice vote)
• Approved $2,772 purchase order for T‑groin inspection (voice vote)
• Approved $10,000 purchase order for long‑term management strategies (voice vote)
• Approved $10,009 purchase order for strategic coastal‑protection planning (voice vote)
• Extended tractor lease through December 2025 and directed attorney and member to negotiate amendment (voice vote)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will review whiteboard topics and strategic planning, and discuss sediment remediation techniques and alternatives with committee members.

• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of whiteboard topics and strategic planning
• Discussion on muck sediment remediation techniques
• Presentation on Marco Island BHP
• Presentation on backfill or encapsulation methods

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the September 18 minutes by voice vote. Members voted to make fertilizer management the top preventative measure and canal circulation the top remedial approach, each receiving four votes. The next meeting was set for November 20, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved September 18 minutes (voice vote)
• Prioritized fertilizer management as top preventative measure (4 votes)
• Prioritized canal circulation as top remedial approach (4 votes)
• Scheduled next meeting for Nov 20 2025 at 8:30 a.m.

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will review a series of pending cases involving overgrown weeds, right‑of‑way sidewalk issues, construction site violations, and public nuisance complaints. The magistrate will also consider certification orders for two properties and requests to mitigate fines for four separate violations. After discussion, the meeting will be adjourned.

• Case 25-1770: Overgrown weeds at 2047 San Marco Rd (City vs. Liliana Angel)
• Case 25-1144: ROW sidewalk issue at 1258 Balboa Ct (City vs. Todd E Hensley Rev Trust)
• Certification Order 24-2283C: Overgrown weeds & ROW sidewalk at 1046 Fieldstone Dr (City vs. Peteys Marco Island Realty LLC)
• Mitigation of fines request 24-0585M: Damaged sidewalk at 217 S Heathwood Dr (City vs. Kevin Lamb)
• Mitigation of fines request 24-2427M: Litter, debris & public nuisance pool at 740 Rockport Ct (City vs. Jones Holding)

The Code Enforcement Magistrate issued fines and court costs for several overgrown‑weed, ROW sidewalk, and construction‑site violations, specifying compliance periods and daily penalties for non‑compliance. Cases without listed fines were noted but no penalty was recorded. All decisions were recorded in the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved $100 fine + $50 court costs for 25-1770 (2047 San Marco Rd) – 14‑day compliance or $100/day
• Approved $100 fine + $50 court costs for 25-1638 (2052 Sheffield Ave) – 14‑day compliance or $100/day
• Approved $250 fine + $50 court costs for 25-1449 (551 S Barfield Dr) – 60‑day compliance or $100/day
• Approved $100 fine + $50 court costs for 25-1718 (806 Bluebonnet Ct) – 14‑day compliance or $100/day
• Approved $250 fine + $50 court costs for 25-1759 (573 Spinnaker Dr) – 14‑day compliance or $100/day jointly
• Approved $100 fine + $50 court costs for 23-3315M (1170 N Collier Blvd) – 14‑day compliance or $100/day

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing on a variance petition for a setback encroachment at 673 Waterside Dr., and consider approving a consent agenda including insurance plan renewals and a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement. A key action is the award of a $604,603.75 contract for the Sand Hill Shared Use Path project to the second-lowest bidder after rejecting the lowest. The Council will also discuss a proposed charter amendment regarding council vacancies.

• Quasi-judicial hearing on variance petition (VP-25-000127) to allow an 8-foot encroachment into the 25-foot setback at 673 Waterside Dr.
• Award of $604,603.75 contract to Infinity Construction for Sand Hill Shared Use Path, rejecting low bidder R.J. Engineering
• Renewal of employee insurance plans with a 6% health increase ($192,850) and 15.3% dental increase ($3,435)
• Authorize 3-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal at $162,748.54 per year
• Resolution amending fire fee schedule

The Marco Island City Council approved a variance allowing a house at 673 Waterside Drive to encroach eight feet into the required setback. The Council also authorized payment for FY24 audit services to CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. Both actions were approved unanimously by the six council members present. Additional routine items, including the agenda, minutes, and consent agenda, were also approved by voice vote.

• Approved Waterside Drive variance (8‑ft encroachment) – Yes: Champagne, Goehler, Gray, Henry, Palumbo, Schwan (6‑0)
• Authorized FY24 audit services payment of $109,190 – Unanimous consent (6‑0)
• Approved agenda – Voice vote yes by all six members (6‑0)
• Approved minutes of September 22, 2025 – Voice vote yes by all six members (6‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (including insurance renewal, purchase order, Microsoft agreement) – Voice vote yes by all six members (6‑0)
• Authorized purchase order to Titan Concrete & Utilities, Inc. for stormwater pipe replacement at 41 and 51 Hickory Court – $61,500 – Approved as part of consent agenda (6‑0)
• Approved renewal of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement for three years at $162,748.54 per year – Approved as part of consent agenda (6‑0)
• Approved renewal of employee insurance plans (6% health increase $192.85, 15.3% dental increase $3,435) – Approved as part of consent agenda (6‑0)

Planning Board

The Marco Island Planning Board will first approve the minutes from the September 5, 2025 meeting. In new business, the board will consider a resolution to vacate the Chipley Street right‑of‑way between 336 and 348 Colonial Avenue, and a resolution to amend the site development plan for the Vietnam Memorial at Veterans Community Park, 901 Park Avenue. The board will also discuss its powers and duties under Senate Bill No. 180 and review Article X Concurrency Management matters.

• Resolution to vacate Chipley Street right‑of‑way (336‑348 Colonial Ave)
• Resolution to amend Site Development Plan for Vietnam Memorial (901 Park Ave)
• Discussion of Planning Board powers & duties (Sec. 38‑40, Senate Bill No 180)
• Discussion of Article X Concurrency Management (Comprehensive Plan, Ordinance 24‑08)
• Approval of Planning Board meeting minutes ID 25‑4768 (Sept 5, 2025)

The Board approved the Site Development Plan Amendment for a Vietnam Memorial at Veterans Community Park, adding conditions. The Board also voted to continue the utility easement vacation request for Chipley Street right-of-way to the November 7 meeting. The agenda and the September 5, 2025 meeting minutes were each approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (motion by Member Hogan, seconded by Member Janssen) – vote 6-0
• Approved September 5, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Member Hogan, seconded by Member Janssen) – vote 6-0
• Continued Utility Easement Vacation for Chipley Street Right-of-Way to Nov 7 meeting (motion by Member Fahringer, seconded by Member Hogan) – vote 6-0
• Approved Site Development Plan Amendment for Vietnam Memorial at Veterans Community Park with conditions (motion by Vice-Chair Dublois, seconded by Member Hogan) – vote 6-0

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on landscaping guides and invasive plants. The body will discuss a privately-funded tree donation program to present to City Council and review the final street light pole banner policy.

• Privately-funded tree donation program presentation timetable
• Final street light pole banner policy review and approval
• Max tree height requirements for trees under LCEC power lines
• Confirmation of the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget
• Status of Swallow Avenue tree plantings

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved the agenda as amended by a voice vote with all five members voting yes. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting by a voice vote with all five members voting yes. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded; staff presented budget and project updates.

• Approved agenda as amended (voice vote, 5-0)
• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (voice vote, 5-0)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will hear 18 code enforcement cases and 6 certification orders for violations including public nuisance, failed seawall, no building permits, overgrown weeds, encroachments, stormwater pollution, and abandoned vehicles. The meeting also includes a mitigation of fines request.

• 25-0052: 383 Henderson Ct – Public nuisance & failed seawall (Sandra D Goldstein Rev Trust)
• 25-1021: 138 S Bahama Ave – No building permit (Mark & Sheela Giraudo)
• 25-1544: 1136 Lighthouse Ct – Stormwater pollution prevention & encroachment (Jaime Luise Parlade)
• 25-1558: 1864 Granada Dr – Overgrown weeds & right-of-way sidewalk (Sany Re Investment LLC)
• 25-1604: 440 W Elkcam Cir – Encroachments & right-of-way sidewalk (LB Marco Island LLC)

The magistrate issued fines and compliance orders for several property violations, and certified monetary penalties for multiple cases. The largest certified amount was $64,550 for a silt‑fence violation at 1710 Canary Ct. Additional fines ranged from $100 to $500 plus $50 prosecution costs, with deadlines of 14 to 60 days for compliance. A hearing on the 383 Henderson Ct case was continued to November 18.

• Certified $64,550 fine for silt fence violation at 1710 Canary Ct (case x)
• Certified $9,050 fine for seawall/dock violation at 997 Spruce Ct (case u)
• Certified $4,050 fine for illicit/illegal discharges at 130 Delbrook Way (case v)
• Owner of 138 S Bahama Ave fined $250 plus $50 prosecution; must obtain permit within 60 days (case 25-1021)
• Owner of 1318 Freeport Ave fined $100 plus $50 prosecution; must obtain permit/repair within 60 days (case 25-1252)
• Owner of 1864 Granada Dr fined $200 plus $50 prosecution; must comply within 14 days (case 25-1558)
• Contractor/Owner of 761 Kendall Dr fined $500 plus $50 prosecution; must comply within 14 days (case 25-1553)
• Hearing for 383 Henderson Ct continued to November 18 (case a)

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the final FY2026 millage rate of 1.2670 mils and the FY2026 budget for the City of Marco Island. It will also adopt the FY2026 millage rate and budget for the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District. Additional items include a $99,300 purchase order for engineering services and an invitation for a DOGE audit of city operations.

• Adopt FY2026 millage rate (DR-420 at 1.2670 mils) for City of Marco Island (Resolution 25-45)
• Adopt FY2026 budget for City of Marco Island covering General, Special Revenue, Enterprise, and other funds (Resolution 25-46)
• Adopt FY2026 millage rate for Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (Resolution 25-47)
• Adopt FY2026 budget for Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (Resolution 25-48)
• Authorize $99,300 purchase order to American Engineering Consultants for design of exfiltration swales (Resolution 25-4579)

The Marco Island City Council approved the FY2026 city budget and added $430,000 to the city’s reserve fund. It also adopted the final FY2026 city millage rate of 1.2670 mils with the same $430,000 reserve allocation. The council approved the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District millage of 1.600 mils and its FY2026 budget. Additional routine items, including the consent agenda and a $99,300 engineering services purchase order, were also approved.

• Approved FY2026 city budget with $430,000 reserve allocation (6-0)
• Approved final FY2026 city millage rate of 1.2670 mils and directed $430,000 to reserves (4-2)
• Approved FY2026 millage rate of 1.600 mils for Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (6-0)
• Approved FY2026 budget for Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (6-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Authorized purchase order to American Engineering Consultants for $99,300 (6-0)
• Invited DOGE to audit city operations (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 8, 2025 meeting (6-0)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. Members will discuss alternatives to the lawn code mandate, a white paper on derelict vessels, and an education prospectus on the same topic. Staff will present a request for proposals to improve canal water quality and a crowd‑sourced bathymetry project for the canals.

• Approve Waterways Advisory Committee minutes from August 21, 2025 (ID 25-4689)
• Discuss potential alternatives to the lawn code mandate (ID 25-4694)
• Review white paper on derelict vessels and related education prospectus (ID 25-4691)
• Consider RFP for canal water quality improvements (ID 25-4692)
• Review crowd‑sourced bathymetry of canals presented by Police Sergeant Ryan Montgomery (ID 25-4693)

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the August 21 minutes by voice vote. It added a presentation on muck‑eating bacteria to the October agenda. The committee voted to have the chair present a recommendation to the Planning Board supporting alternative landscaping practices that conserve water. It also approved the public advertisement of a draft RFP for canal water‑quality improvements.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote 7‑yes)
• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (voice vote 7‑yes)
• Approved inclusion of muck‑eating bacteria presentation for October agenda (5‑yes, 2‑no)
• Approved recommendation to Planning Board for alternative landscaping practices (voice vote 7‑yes)
• Approved public advertisement of RFP for canal water‑quality improvements (voice vote 7‑yes)
• Set next meeting for October 16, 2025 at 8:30 A.M.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will approve meeting minutes from August 19, 2025, and review a summer camp partnership recognition with the Library, Museum, and Presbyterian Church. The agenda also includes a Parks Summary Report and proposed future agenda items.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Summer camp partnership recognition with Library, Museum, and Presbyterian Church
• Review of Parks Summary Report
• Discussion of proposed future agenda items

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the September 16, 2025 minutes, each by unanimous consent. No new business was taken. Members discussed the impact of FY2026 budget cuts on maintenance, the pending shade‑structure bid at Veterans Community Park, and confirmed that Tree City USA funding is included in the FY2026 budget.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the tentative FY2026 millage rates for the city and the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District, and to adopt the tentative FY2026 budget for both entities. The Council will also consider several consent‑agenda items, including purchase orders for stormwater pipe replacement and a contract for an advanced wastewater treatment evaluation. Additional actions include renewing city insurance policies and approving an ordinance amendment to public‑notice procedures.

• Adopt tentative FY2026 millage rate – DR‑420 MI @1.2400 mils (Resolution 25‑41)
• Adopt tentative FY2026 budget for City and Hideaway Beach district (Resolution 25‑42, 25‑44)
• Authorize $106,475.93 purchase order to Titan Concrete & Utilities for stormwater pipe replacement at 382 Century Drive
• Award $182,959.00 contract to Black & Veatch for advanced wastewater treatment evaluation
• Renew insurance policies for $1,639,479 covering property, casualty, workers’ comp, crime, pollution, accident, and firefighter cancer benefit coverage

The council amended the tentative FY2026 city millage rate from 1.2400 to 1.2670 mils, directing the extra revenue to replace the Winterberry beach boardwalk. It then adopted the amended millage rate, the FY2026 city budget, and the FY2026 millage rate for the Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District. All actions were taken after public hearings with no public comments recorded.

• Amended FY2026 city millage rate to 1.2670 mils (5-2)
• Adopted Resolution 25-41 – amended tentative FY2026 city millage (5-2)
• Adopted Resolution 25-42 – tentative FY2026 city budget (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-43 – tentative FY2026 millage rate for Hideaway Beach Special Taxing District (7-0)

Planning Board

The Marco Island Planning Board will first approve the minutes from the August 1, 2025 meeting. It will then review a variance petition (ID 25-4678) that seeks to let a portion of a house in the Hideaway Planned Unit Development encroach up to eight feet into the required 25‑foot setback. The board will also hear a presentation on Florida’s Live Local Act (ID 25-4684). Public comments are scheduled at the start of the meeting.

• Approval of Planning Board meeting minutes from August 1, 2025 (ID 25-4683)
• Variance petition (ID 25-4678) for Hideaway PUD to encroach up to 8 ft into 25‑ft setback
• Presentation on Florida’s Live Local Act (ID 25-4684)
• Community forum/public comment at the beginning of the meeting

The Planning Board approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 1 meeting. It also approved a variance petition for 673 Waterside Drive, permitting the house to encroach up to eight feet into the required 25‑foot setback. All six members present voted in favor of each action.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved August 1 minutes (6-0)
• Approved variance petition for 673 Waterside Drive, allowing 8‑ft setback encroachment (6-0)

Audit Advisory Committee

The Audit Advisory Committee will approve minutes from July 2025 and discuss the status of the Finance Director recruitment and the upcoming FY2025 audit. The meeting also includes a review of the committee's operating principles and a presentation on Florida DOGE.

• Approval of Audit Advisory Committee minutes from July 17, 2025
• Status of Finance Director Recruitment
• FY2025 Year-End Closing and Preparation of the next audit
• Review of Operating Principles for Committee
• DOGE Insight from Audit Advisory Committee

The Audit Advisory Committee approved a motion allowing Member Michaels to participate and vote on all items. The agenda was approved as amended, and the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes were approved. The committee also approved Vice‑Chair McFann’s task to revise the Operating Principles for the committee.

• Approved allowing Member Michaels to participate and vote on all matters (voice vote 5‑0)
• Approved the agenda as amended (voice vote 5‑0)
• Approved the July 17, 2025 Audit Advisory Committee minutes (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved Vice‑Chair McFann to revise the Operating Principles for the committee (voice vote 5‑0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will consider several updates, including a review and approval of the street‑light banner policy. New business includes a white paper on a privately‑funded tree donation program and discussion of ideas for the 2026 Marco‑in‑Bloom program. Staff communications will present tree‑planting plans for Swallow Avenue and Bald Eagle Drive and introduce new city landscape contractors. The meeting also revisits the cul‑de‑sac landscaping guide and other ongoing projects.

• 8A – Review and approval of the street‑light banner policy
• 7B – Presentation of the privately‑funded tree donation program white paper
• 7C – Discussion of potential new ideas for the 2026 Marco‑in‑Bloom program
• 8C – Tree‑planting plans for Swallow Avenue & Bald Eagle Drive
• 6A – Update on the City Cul‑de‑Sac Landscaping & Permitting Guide

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda (amended) and the July 9, 2025 minutes by voice vote. The committee unanimously approved forfeiting its 2026 discretionary budget in exchange for a $25,000‑$30,000 allocation dedicated to the 2026 Tree Fund. It also approved using up to $8,000 of the 2025 discretionary budget to plant Orange Geiger trees along the south side of Swallow Avenue.

• Approved agenda (amended) – voice vote
• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes – voice vote
• Approved forfeiture of 2026 discretionary budget for $25,000‑$30,000 Tree Fund – unanimous consent
• Approved allocation of up to $8,000 from 2025 budget for Orange Geiger trees on Swallow Avenue – voice vote

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will adjudicate a large docket of enforcement cases, including violations for dimensional standards, noxious plants, no building permits, illicit discharges, overgrown weeds, and right-of-way issues. Also scheduled are certification orders and two mitigation of fines requests.

• 25-0850 651 Bamboo CT – Dimensional Standards violation
• 25-1018 731 S Collier Blvd – Noxious Plants
• 25-1164 1727 Hummingbird Ct – Illicit/Illegal Discharges
• 25-1412 615 E Elkcam Cir – Site Distance Triangle
• Two mitigation of fines requests: 24-0929M 1260 Laurel Ct and 25-0160M 1721 Ludlow Rd

The magistrate certified that Marco Custom Builders must pay a $45,950 stormwater penalty (case 23-2926C). Several other cases were also resolved with fines and cost‑of‑prosecution fees, ranging from $100 to $22,050. All orders require payment and compliance within the time frames set by the magistrate.

• Certified $45,950 stormwater penalty (23-2926C)
• Certified $4,800 stormwater penalty (23-3106C)
• Certified $4,375 stormwater penalty (23-3358C)
• Certified $6,850 stormwater penalty (23-3367C)
• Certified $22,050 stormwater penalty (23-3463C)
• Certified $22,050 stormwater penalty (23-3464C)
• Certified $5,050 illicit/illegal discharge fine (24-0050C)
• Ordered $100 fine + $50 prosecution cost for 615 Elkcam Cir (25-1412)

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider FY26 budget options identified as ID 25-4657, presented by Assistant City Manager Casey Lucius. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public comment. No other substantive matters are listed for this special‑called meeting.

• FY26 Budget Options (ID 25-4657) presented by Assistant City Manager Casey Lucius

The council voted to let the chair, vice‑chair, Councilor Palumbo and the city manager join and vote remotely. Councilor Bonita Schwan was appointed presider for the special meeting. The council authorized the city manager to draft the FY2026 budget resolution using a 1.24 mil property‑tax rate without an additional LCEC franchise fee.

• Approved remote participation for Chair Brechnitz, Vice‑Chair Gray, Councilor Palumbo and City Manager McNees (Yes: Champagne, Goehler, Henry, Schwan)
• Appointed Councilor Bonita Schwan as presider of the special‑called meeting (Yes: all six councilors)
• Authorized City Manager to prepare FY2026 budget resolution at a 1.24 mil tax rate, no LCEC fee (Yes: Goehler, Gray, Palumbo, Brechnitz; No: Champagne, Henry, Schwan) – vote 4‑3

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will receive status updates on the RFP for Canal Water Quality Improvements and a draft scope of work for the RWPF AWT Evaluation. The committee will also discuss new topics including whiteboard items and strategic planning. Approval of the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes is on the agenda.

• Approval of Waterways Advisory Committee meeting minutes from July 17, 2025
• Introduction of whiteboard topics and strategic planning for new business
• Status update and next steps for RFP for Canal Water Quality Improvements
• Draft Scope of Work Summary for RWPF AWT Evaluation (Water & Sewer)

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved extending an invitation to the company proposing "muck-eating bacteria" for a meeting, contingent on confirmation from federal, state and local regulators. The Committee also approved Vice‑Chair High’s appointment to prepare an Inlet Management Plan White Paper for Big Marco Pass. Both motions were adopted by vote. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved invitation to "muck-eating bacteria" vendor pending regulatory confirmation (4-2)
• Approved Vice‑Chair High to prepare Inlet Management Plan White Paper (6-0)
• Approved agenda (voice vote 6-0)
• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes with two modifications (unanimous)

Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc.

The Marco Island Community Parks Foundation will hold a meeting to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, consider amending its Articles of Incorporation for financial disclosure, review the budget, and discuss a donation to the Racquet Center and fundraising services. Approval of minutes from November 2021 is also on the agenda.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Amendment of Articles of Incorporation - Article 7.11 Financial Disclosure
• Review of the Marco Island Community Parks Foundation, Inc. Budget
• Discussion - Donation to Racquet Center
• Discussion - Fundraising Services and advertising marketing proposal

The Foundation Board approved remote participation for Director Cox. The Board approved the November 16, 2021 meeting minutes. Directors re‑elected Erik Brechnitz as Chair and Rene Champagne as Vice‑Chair. The Board amended Article 7.11 to eliminate the requirement that directors file a Florida Financial Disclosure Statement.

• Allowed remote participation for Director Cox (5‑0 voice vote)
• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (5‑0 voice vote)
• Re‑elected Erik Brechnitz as Chair (5‑0 voice vote)
• Elected Rene Champagne as Vice‑Chair (5‑0 voice vote)
• Amended Article 7.11 to eliminate director financial disclosure filing (5‑0 voice vote)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will examine the 2024‑2025 budget to date and the end‑of‑fiscal‑year final funding allocations. It will also acknowledge a $500 donation from the Marco Island Woman’s Club and discuss sponsors for 2026 beach clean‑ups. Earlier items include a review of rodenticide workshop notes from May 21, 2025.

• Review FY 2024‑25 Beach & Coastal Resources budget (ID 25-4594)
• Consider end‑of‑fiscal‑year final funding allocations (ID 25-4595)
• Acknowledge $500 donation from Marco Island Woman’s Club (ID 25-4596)
• Discuss sponsors for 2026 beach clean‑ups (ID 25-4598)
• Review Rodenticide Workshop notes from May 21, 2025 (ID 25-4593)

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee unanimously approved several purchases and funding allocations, including window clings, bilingual signage, and outreach materials. A $1,000 budget was set for shorebird outreach and another $1,000 for sea‑turtle lighting on patrol vehicles. Additional $300‑limited purchases of rodenticide and rat‑poison flyers were also approved.

• Approve purchase of 1,000 window clings for the remainder of the year (7‑0)
• Approve creation of 18x24 bilingual signs for construction sites (7‑0)
• Approve limit of 1,000 weather‑proof bilingual signs (7‑0)
• Allocate $1,000 for year‑round shorebird outreach on Marco’s beaches (7‑0)
• Allocate $1,000 for sea‑turtle lighting on beach patrol vehicle at night (7‑0)
• Approve purchase of 1,000 rodenticide flyers, not to exceed $300 (7‑0)
• Approve purchase of 1,000 rat‑poison owl flyers, not to exceed $300 (7‑0)
• Record donation of $500 from the Marco Island Woman’s Club (no vote required)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review new business regarding Owl Park. The session includes a review of the Parks Summary Report and a discussion of proposed future agenda items.

• Owl Park presentation
• Parks Summary Report

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and minutes by unanimous consent. It voted 5‑1 to move the proposed Owl Park on Leland Way to the City Council for consideration. The committee also unanimously approved a tree‑planting project with the Beautification Advisory Committee to be presented to City Council. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved minutes (unanimous consent)
• Advanced Owl Park project to City Council (5-1 vote)
• Advanced tree‑planting project to City Council (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider approving emergency sewer repairs, a change order for City Hall renovations, and a new 3% franchise fee for Lee County Electric Cooperative. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a landscape buffer variance and a discussion on electronic tolling for bridges.

• Authorize payment of $80,824.46 for emergency sewer repair
• Authorize $53,012.21 change order for City Hall Annex reconfiguration
• Set franchise fee for LCEC at 3% for fiscal year 2026
• Public hearing on landscape buffer variance at 750 Bald Eagle Drive
• Discussion on electronic tolling system for Marco Island bridges

The Marco Island City Council approved several items, including a variance for 750 Bald Eagle Drive, a first‑reading amendment to public‑notice procedures, a convenience fee on electronic payments, and ratified a $193,421 change order for the City Hall Annex project. The amendment to the electric franchise fee ordinance failed. All approvals were recorded with vote tallies.

• Approved Variance Petition (Resolution 25-36) for 750 Bald Eagle Drive – unanimous (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-08 (public‑notice amendment) on first reading – unanimous (7‑0)
• Failed Ordinance 25-07 (electric franchise fee amendment) – vote 3‑4
• Approved Resolution 25-37 (convenience fee on credit/debit/e‑payment) – unanimous (7‑0)
• Approved Change Order #1 to American Design Engineering Construction, Inc. for City Hall Annex ($193,421) – vote 4‑3
• Approved Consent Agenda, including $80,824.46 emergency sewer repair – voice vote (6‑0)
• Approved meeting agenda – voice vote
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2025 – voice vote

City Council

The City Council is holding a special-called meeting to review the spending cap calculation for FY-2026. The review includes budget summaries, a homesteaded property tax impact analysis, and the maximum millage levy calculation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Review of FY-2026 spending cap calculation (ID 25-4620)
• FY-2026 General Fund operating budget review
• FY-2026 Water Sewer Fund operating budget review
• Five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) schedule for Fund 300
• Maximum millage levy calculation and TRIM key deliverable dates

The council approved remote participation for Budget Manager Melissa Hinton by a 7‑0 voice vote. A motion to adopt a 1.4611‑mil property tax millage rate for FY 2026 failed with a 3‑4 vote. Council members directed staff to revise the FY 2026 budget to achieve a neutral 1.240‑mil property tax rate. An additional special‑called budget meeting was scheduled for August 25, 2025 at 2 p.m.

• Approved remote participation for Budget Manager Melissa Hinton (voice vote 7‑0)
• Rejected 1.4611‑mil property tax millage rate for FY 2026 (vote 3‑4)
• Directed staff to reconfigure FY 2026 budget to target a 1.240‑mil neutral property tax rate
• Scheduled a special‑called budget meeting for August 25, 2025 at 2 p.m.

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will approve minutes from recent budget workshops and authorize routine purchases, including police uniforms and bike lane design work. The Council also plans to set the electric franchise fee for Lee County Electric Cooperative.

• Authorize police uniform purchases up to $62,000
• Authorize Bald Eagle Drive bike lanes design up to $260,080
• Authorize 10-year water service agreement averaging $74,000 annually
• First reading to set LCEC franchise fee at 3% for FY 2026
• Approve MOUs for School Resource Officers for 2025-2026

Council voted 4-3 to approve Ordinance 25-07, amending Ordinance 04-18 to set a 3% electric franchise fee for Lee County Electric Cooperative payable to the City for fiscal year 2026, on first reading. The council also approved the consent agenda, authorizing a purchase order for uniform purchases up to $62,000, a design contract for the Bald Eagle Drive bike lanes up to $260,080, and a 10‑year water services agreement averaging $74,000 per year. Councilors approved remote participation for Councilor Palumbo, approved the meeting agenda and several prior meeting minutes, and recognized two employees with service awards.

• Approved remote participation for Councilor Palumbo (voice vote 6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved July 14 and July 21 meeting minutes (voice vote 7-0 each)
• Approved consent agenda (vote 7-0)
• Authorized purchase order for uniform purchases up to $62,000
• Authorized design contract for Bald Eagle Drive bike lanes up to $260,080
• Authorized 10‑year water services agreement at $74,000 average annual cost
• Approved Ordinance 25-07 establishing 3% LCEC franchise fee (vote 4-3)

Planning Board

The Marco Island Planning Board will approve the minutes from the July 11, 2025 meeting. It will hear public comments during the community forum. The board will consider a new ordinance (ID 25-4582) that amends Section 30-62, Sub‑Section(f)(s) of the Land Development Code to replace certified mail with first‑class mail for public notices. Additional agenda items include staff communications, old business, and board communications.

• Approval of Planning Board minutes from July 11, 2025 (ID 25-4583)
• Ordinance ID 25-4582: amend Section 30-62, Sub‑Section(f)(s) to change public‑notice mailing from certified to first‑class mail
• Community forum/public comment (approx. 9:05 AM)
• Staff communications
• Old business

The Planning Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved an ordinance amendment to replace certified mail with first‑class mail for public notice of variances, conditional uses, and neighborhood information meetings. All six board members voted yes on each action.

• Approved agenda (6‑0)
• Approved July 11, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved ordinance to replace certified mail with first‑class mail for public notices (6‑0)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will hear and decide on 39 cases covering a wide range of violations, including building without permits, illicit/illegal discharges, overgrown weeds, and sidewalk damage. Cases include initial hearings, certification orders for ongoing violations, and requests for mitigation of fines.

• No building permit cases at 10 Marco Lake Dr, 438 Waterleaf Ct, 1060 Bald Eagle Dr, 138 S Bahama Ave
• Illicit/illegal discharges cases at 1727 Hummingbird CT, 340 W Flamingo Cir, 1815 Woodbine Ct, 815 Perrine CT, 826 Magnolia Ct
• Landscape certification cases at 1200 N Collier Blvd, 1501 Honeysuckle Ave, 225 Dan River Ct, 921 Montego Ct
• Overgrown weeds certification orders at multiple properties including 201 S Bahama Ave, 1170 N Collier Blvd, 1315 Whiteheart Ave
• Mitigation of fines requests for damaged sidewalk at 1275 6th Ave and litter/debris at 531 S Collier Blvd

The Code Enforcement Magistrate imposed one‑time fines and prosecution costs on multiple property owners for building‑permit violations, illegal discharges, landscaping issues, and overgrown weeds. The largest fine certified was $34,850 for construction site litter at 1787 Hummingbird Court. Several mitigation requests were accepted, reducing owed amounts for two cases.

• Owner Diane Chestnut fined $100 plus $50 prosecution cost (case 25-0682)
• Owners Mark & Sheela Giraudo fined $250 plus $50 prosecution cost (case 25-0925)
• Pinch a Penny fined $4,000 plus $50 prosecution cost (case 25-1137)
• Dun‑Rite Pools fined $4,000 plus $50 prosecution cost (case 25-1075)
• Contractor fined $2,500 plus $50 prosecution cost for overgrown weeds (case 25-1036)
• Certified fine of $34,850 for construction site litter at 1787 Hummingbird Ct (case 24-1345C)
• Certified fine of $9,050 for construction site weeds at 787 Hull Ct (case 24-1236C)
• Mitigated fine reduced to $7,350 for damaged sidewalk at 1275 6th Ave (case 24-0325M)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: amending the police pension plan per Secure Act 2.0 and regulating bicycles/electric bicycles. Resolutions include setting the proposed FY2026 millage rate, authorizing a lease-purchase financing for water efficiency improvements with Banc of America, and awarding a $1,413,471 contract for switchgear upgrades at the South Water Treatment Plant. A consent agenda item allows use of the Jewish Congregation parking lot for community events with a 28-day extension.

• Second reading: Ordinance amending police pension plan (Secure Act 2.0)
• Second reading: Ordinance regulating bicycles & electric bicycles
• Resolution setting proposed FY2026 millage rate
• Award of $1,413,471 contract to Eaton Corp for South Water Treatment Plant switchgear upgrades
• Lease-purchase financing with Banc of America Public Capital Corp for water efficiency improvements

The City Council approved an amendment to the police officers' pension plan (Ordinance 25-05) with a unanimous vote. The Council also adopted a 12 mph speed limit for all bicycle paths and sidewalks (Ordinance 25-06 amendment) by a 6‑1 vote. The agenda amendment, consent agenda, and a parking‑lot use resolution were each approved unanimously, and a contract was awarded to Enterprise Fleet Management Inc. for a new vehicle lease program.

• Approved agenda amendment to add City Manager retention item (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-05 amending police officers' pension plan (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance 25-06 setting 12 mph speed limit on all paths (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 25-33 allowing use of Jewish Congregation parking lot for community events and 28‑day extension (7-0)
• Awarded contract to Enterprise Fleet Management Inc. for new fleet lease program

City Council

The City Council will hold an Operating Budget Workshop led by Budget Manager Melissa Hinton and Assistant City Manager Casey Lucius. The session will present the FY26 operating budget, including summary data, revenue and expense figures for the General Fund, Building Services, and Water & Sewer, as well as the proposed millage rate. Council members and the public may discuss the material before the meeting adjourns.

• FY26 Budget Summary presentation
• FY26 Millage Presentation
• FY26 General Fund Revenue & Expenses review
• FY26 Building Services Revenue & Expenses review
• FY26 Water Sewer Revenue & Expenses review

The City Council approved a ceiling millage rate of 1.6680 mils to fund operations for Fiscal Year 2026. It directed the development, review, and approval of a five‑year Capital Improvement Plan. The Council ordered an annual Level of Service traffic study and continued discussions with Collier County on septic‑to‑sewer conversion. Exploration of revenue sources beyond property taxes was also endorsed.

• Approved ceiling millage rate of 1.6680 mils for FY2026
• Mandated development and Council approval of a five‑year Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordered implementation of an annual Level of Service traffic study
• Continued dialogue with Collier County on septic‑to‑sewer conversion for the Water & Sewer Service Area
• Directed exploration of revenue sources alternative to property taxes

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will discuss forming a stormwater utility district and review water quality workshop items. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and updates on canal depth surveys.

• Approval of Waterways Advisory Committee minutes from June 19, 2025
• Discussion on forming a Stormwater Utility District based on Naples examples
• Review of depth survey topics and strategic planning
• Correspondence from Richard Eckstein
• City Council Water Quality Workshop discussion items

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the June 19 minutes by voice vote. It adopted a recommendation to fund a canal bathymetric study at $100,000 for the 2026 fiscal year, with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken on old‑business items.

• Agenda approved (voice vote, 7 yes)
• June 19, 2025 minutes approved (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Recommend $100,000 bathymetric study for FY 2026 approved (6‑0)
• No action taken on K & K Super‑Blend fertilizer discussion
• Whiteboard Topics and Strategic Planning item not discussed

Audit Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and introduce new members. The primary business item is a presentation of the FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report by Christopher Kessler of CliftonLarsonAllen LLP.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Presentation of the FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Introduction of new members Chris Ricci, Teri Sommerfeld, Thomas Fontana, Jeffrey Michaels, and Elena McFann
• Approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will convene to approve the July 15, 2025 agenda and the meeting minutes from May 20, 2025. The agenda includes introductions for new members and a review of staff communications.

• Approval of the July 15, 2025 agenda
• Approval of the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new committee members
• Review of the Parks Summary Report
• Discussion of future agenda items

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. No new business was taken up.

• Agenda approved by unanimous consent
• May 20, 2025 minutes approved by unanimous consent

City Council

The City Council held a special‑called workshop to present the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Council members heard the audit findings and related commentary. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded, and no decisions were made.

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider the retention of City Manager Michael McNees. The agenda references ID 25-4560, a contract and three addendums related to his employment. No other items are listed for discussion.

• Retention of City Manager Michael McNees – contract and three addendums (ID 25-4560)

The council voted on a motion to accept City Manager Michael McNees' resignation agreement and the motion failed. The vote was 3 in favor (Councilor Goehler, Vice‑Chair Gray, Chair Brechnitz) and 4 against (Councilors Champagne, Henry, Palumbo, Schwan). No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Reject acceptance of City Manager Michael McNees resignation agreement (3‑4)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider two related items for 750 Bald Eagle Drive: a variance to reduce the required landscape buffer width and a site development plan for a 2,472-square-foot addition to the existing Bargain Basket store. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior meeting minutes, and routine administrative items.

• Variance petition (VP-24-000249) to Sec. 30-441(g) for a reduced landscape buffer width at 750 Bald Eagle Drive
• Site development plan (SDP-24-000246) for a 2,472 sq ft addition to the existing Bargain Basket at 750 Bald Eagle Drive
• Approval of the June 6, 2025 Planning Board minutes

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 6, 2025 meeting. It also approved a variance allowing a 10‑foot front‑yard buffer at 750 Bald Eagle Drive. Finally, the Board approved a site development plan for a 2,472‑square‑foot addition to the existing Bargain Basket at the same address. All three actions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved June 6, 2025 Planning Board minutes (7-0)
• Approved Variance Petition VP-24-000249 for 10‑ft front‑yard buffer at 750 Bald Eagle Drive (7-0)
• Approved Site Development Plan SDP-24-000246 for 2,472‑sq ft addition at 750 Bald Eagle Drive (7-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will consider updates on several ongoing projects, including the Arbor Day plaque and stand, a Michael Collins commemorative tree, and a privately‑funded tree donation program. The primary new item is a review of a proposed policy governing the placement of banners on city light poles. The committee will also receive staff and city‑council reports and accept public comment.

• Arbor Day Plaque & Stand Procurement Update (ID 25-4509)
• Michael Collins Commemorative Tree Selection (ID 25-4510)
• Privately‑Funded Tree Donation Program White Paper (ID 25-4523)
• Unsupported Tree at Mackle Park Update (ID 25-4526)
• Review of Proposed Policy for Banners on City Light Poles (ID 25-4527)

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the June 4 minutes by unanimous voice vote. It also approved Affordable Landscaping Service & Design, LLC's $550 proposal to plant an Orange Geiger Tree as a Michael Collins commemorative memorial at Veterans Community Park, funded by the 2025 Tree Fund. The vote on the tree contract was a unanimous voice vote of six members.

• Agenda approved (voice vote, 6 yes)
• June 4, 2025 minutes approved (voice vote, 6 yes)
• Approved $550 tree planting contract for Michael Collins memorial (voice vote, 6 yes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a construction setback variance and review first readings of ordinances concerning police pensions and bicycle operations. The body will also consider contracts for roadway restriping and wastewater smoke testing.

• Roadway Restriping Project contract for McShea Contracting LLC in the amount of $159,471.95
• Wastewater Collection System smoke testing purchase order for USSI, LLC in the amount of $218,400
• Coastal Construction Setback Line Variance Request for 400 South Collier Boulevard
• First reading of Ordinance 25-05 regarding Police Officers’ Pension Plan minimum distribution age
• First reading of Ordinance 25-06 regarding operation of bicycles and electric bicycles

The Marco Island City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda, prior meeting minutes, and the consent agenda. It awarded a $159,471.95 roadway restriping contract to McShea Contracting LLC. The council also approved a coastal construction setback line variance for 400 South Collier Boulevard and adopted two ordinance amendments—one updating the police officers’ pension plan and another setting electric‑bicycle rules with a 10 mph speed limit.

• Agenda approved as amended (voice vote 7-0)
• Capital Budget Workshop Minutes (June 16, 2025) approved (voice vote 7-0)
• City Council Meeting Minutes (June 16, 2025) approved (voice vote 7-0)
• Consent agenda approved as amended (voice vote 7-0)
• Awarded $159,471.95 roadway restriping contract to McShea Contracting LLC (voice vote 7-0)
• Resolution 25-31 coastal construction setback line variance approved (voice vote 7-0)
• Ordinance 25-05 amendment to police officers’ pension plan approved (voice vote 7-0)
• Ordinance 25-06 amendment for electric‑bicycle rules and 10 mph speed limit approved on first reading (voice vote 7-0)

City Council

The City Council will convene a workshop to discuss water quality, led by City Manager Mike McNees. The session includes the review of historical documents and a public comment period.

• Water Quality Workshop led by City Manager Mike McNees
• Review of historical water quality documents
• Public comment period (4 minutes per individual)

The council gave direction to City Staff to identify and hire an independent engineering firm to estimate the cost of implementing Advanced Water Treatment (AWT) technology at the Marco Island Water & Sewer Utility. No vote tally was recorded for this direction. The workshop concluded after the discussion.

• Directed City Staff to identify and hire an independent engineering firm to estimate AWT cost

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Marco Island Waterways Advisory Committee will review several environmental topics, including a fertilizer discussion led by Vice‑Chair High and Chair Mascoop, a white paper on creating a stormwater utility district, and a dredging proposal presented by Member Rohena. The committee will also revisit the flushing project on San Marco Road and consider prevention and remediation measures. No formal decisions are noted; the agenda items are for discussion and staff updates.

• Flushing – San Marco Road (Chair Mascoop)
• Fertilizer Discussion (Vice‑Chair High & Chair Mascoop)
• White Paper on the Benefits of Implementing a Stormwater Utility District (Member Woodworth)
• Dredging (Member Rohena)
• Prevention and Remediation (Chair Mascoop)

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the May 22 minutes. It voted to recommend that the City Council contact agencies to upgrade or replace missing navigational markers. It also approved a recommendation for Chair Mascoop to meet with a K & K Super‑Blend representative before July 17. A motion to purchase a sludge‑judge dissolved‑oxygen meter failed, and a proposal for a stormwater utility was withdrawn.

• Agenda approved (5 Yes, 1 No)
• May 22 minutes approved (6 Yes)
• Recommend City Council contact agencies for ATON upgrades (6 Yes)
• Recommend Chair Mascoop meet with K & K Super‑Blend rep (6 Yes)
• Motion to purchase sludge‑judge dissolved oxygen meter failed (2 Yes, 4 No)
• Stormwater utility recommendation motion withdrawn (no vote recorded)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will hold hearings on 31 cases, including 23 new code violations, 3 certification orders for repeated non-compliance at 1275 Andalusia TER, and 5 requests for fine mitigation. Cases cover public nuisance, noxious plants, overgrown weeds, no building permits, seawall/dock issues, illicit discharges, protected species, and boat/boat trailers. The agenda is final and these are the items for decision.

• Case 25-0052: City vs. Sandra D Goldstein Rev Trust for failed seawall at 383 Henderson CT
• Case 25-0806: City vs. Hugo Sanchez & Jack Cippiano for protected species violation at 1084 Cottonwood CT
• Certification orders (x-z) against Lawrence K Kersten & Rosemary Wilson for seawall, pool, and public nuisance at 1275 Andalusia TER
• Mitigation requests (aa-ee) for fines, including Nova Homes of South Florida for stormwater pollution at 640 Blackmore CT and 1240 Osprey CT
• Multiple cases for no building permits and noxious plants/overgrown weeds across various addresses

The Code Enforcement Magistrate issued a series of orders, including a $5,000 fine for the contractor at 1780 Addison Court and certification of several monetary amounts. The magistrate also approved mitigation payments for multiple cases and levied fines for various code violations such as no permits, noxious plants, and illegal discharges.

• Ordered $5,000 fine plus $50 prosecution cost for 1780 Addison Ct contractor (case v)
• Certified $11,650 for seawall/dock case 24-2380C
• Approved mitigated $15,400 for stormwater pollution case 24-2581M
• Ordered $350 fine plus $50 cost for 1315 Whiteheart Ave owner (case g)
• Ordered $400 fine plus $50 cost for 363 S Barfield Dr owner (case h)
• Ordered $100 fine plus $50 cost for 744 Seagrape Dr owner, 30‑day permit deadline (case b)
• Ordered $100 fine plus $50 cost for 1200 Bluebird Ave contractor (case l)
• Ordered $50 prosecution cost for 383 Henderson Ct owner (case a)

City Council

The council will decide on awarding a $551,200 contract for construction of water quality treatment exfiltration swales on South Collier Boulevard. They will also discuss the use of body-worn cameras in the police department and receive presentations on the AI task force and hurricane season preparedness. A consent agenda includes a $26,200 repair order for the fire ladder truck.

• Award of contract to JRL Underground Utilities for $551,200 for water quality swales on South Collier Boulevard
• Discussion of body-worn cameras for the police department
• Purchase order change order for fire ladder truck repairs up to $26,200
• Presentation on AI Task Force and interim AI policy
• Presentation on 2025 Atlantic hurricane season preparedness

The Council approved remote participation for Councilor Palumbo, adopted the agenda and consent items, and authorized a $26,200 change order for fire ladder truck repairs. It also approved a $551,200 contract with JRL Underground Utilities for water quality treatment exfiltration swales on South Collier Boulevard. The Council decided not to pursue a body‑worn camera program for the police department at this time.

• Approved remote participation for Councilor Palumbo (voice vote, 6 yes)
• Approved amended agenda (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Approved consent agenda, including $26,200 fire ladder truck repair change order (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Approved contract award to JRL Underground Utilities, Inc., up to $551,200 for water quality swales (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2025 Budget Policies Workshop (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2025 City Council meeting (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Declined to direct staff to pursue body‑worn camera implementation for police (decision after discussion, no vote)
• Approved remote participation motion (voice vote, 6 yes)

City Council

This is a capital budget workshop where the City Council will discuss and set priorities for the Fiscal Year 2026 capital budget, including proposed dedicated capital millage and departmental capital improvement projects. A proposal to transition from purchasing to leasing city vehicles through Enterprise Fleet Management will also be presented.

• ID 25-4485: City of Marco Island Budget Priorities - Capital for FY26, including governmental CIP and dedicated capital millage
• ID 25-4502: Proposal to transition from purchased to leased city vehicles via Enterprise Fleet Management

The council voted to allow Councilor Darrin Palumbo, Finance Director Guillermo Polanco, and Water & Sewer General Manager Jeff Poteet to participate remotely in the Capital Budget Workshop. The motion was carried by voice vote with six affirmative votes. The workshop was informational only; no formal budget or policy decisions were made.

• Motion to allow remote participation carried by voice vote (6 yes votes)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider approving the extension of a temporary model home permit (CTU-23-02516) for the property at 886 San Marco Road. The Board will also vote on the minutes from the May 2, 2025 meeting. A community forum for public comment is scheduled at the start of the meeting.

• Approval of Planning Board meeting minutes from May 2, 2025 (ID 25-4484)
• Resolution to approve the Temporary Use Permit Extension (CTU-23-02516) for 886 San Marco Road
• Community forum/public comment scheduled at approximately 9:05 a.m.

The Planning Board unanimously approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 2, 2025 meeting. It also approved a one‑year extension of the Temporary Use Permit for a model home at 886 San Marco Road. All three actions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 2, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved one-year extension of Temporary Use Permit for model home at 886 San Marco Road (7-0)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will approve minutes from May 7 and receive updates on tree donation efforts, Arbor Day plaque, and the Michael Collins commemorative tree initiative. New business includes reviewing a 'Most UnWanted' invasive species poster concept and the committee's charter and 2025 goals. Staff will present input on replacement trees along Bald Eagle Drive and discuss with Water & Sewer General Manager Jeff Poteet. Public comment will be heard.

• Approval of May 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of 'Most UnWanted' invasive species poster concept
• Input on replacement trees along Bald Eagle Drive
• Review of committee charter and 2025 goals
• Discussion with Water & Sewer General Manager Jeff Poteet

The Beautification Advisory Committee voted 5‑0 to allow member Victoria Myers to join and vote remotely. The agenda and the May 7, 2025 minutes were each approved by unanimous voice consent. No other substantive actions, such as funding approvals, were decided at this meeting.

• Approved remote participation for member Victoria Myers (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice consent)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes as amended (unanimous voice consent)

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding an $11.58 million contract to Johnson Controls for advanced metering infrastructure and a lead/copper service line survey. Other major spending decisions include a $1.47 million street resurfacing project, an $884,432 water treatment plant odor control project, and a $570,873 racquet center contract. A second-reading ordinance would allow government information signs in parks by amending the Land Development Code.

• Authorize $11,582,180 contract with Johnson Controls for Advanced Metering Infrastructure and lead/copper survey
• Award $1,470,902.30 street resurfacing contract to Preferred Materials, Inc.
• Award $884,432.97 contract to Wes Industries for South Water Treatment Plant odor control
• Award $570,873.48 racquet center contract to Rycon Construction and reappropriate $130,586.48
• Second reading of Ordinance 25-04 to allow government information signs in parks

The Marco Island City Council unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda. It passed the second‑reading amendment to the Land Development Code allowing government information signs. The Council also approved a $1,470,902.34 contract for the 2025 annual street resurfacing project and an $11,582,180.00 contract with Johnson Controls for advanced metering infrastructure and a lead‑copper service line survey. Additionally, a $161,351.34 utility design agreement with the FDOT consultant was authorized.

• Agenda approved (voice vote, 7‑yes)
• Consent agenda approved (vote, 7‑yes)
• Ordinance 25-04 (second reading) approved to allow government information signs (vote, 7‑yes)
• Award of $1,470,902.34 contract to Preferred Materials, Inc. for 2025 street resurfacing (vote, 7‑yes)
• Award of $11,582,180.00 contract to Johnson Controls, Inc. for advanced metering infrastructure and lead‑copper survey (vote, 7‑yes)
• Utility design agreement with FDOT consultant and three‑party escrow authorized for $161,351.34 (vote, 7‑yes)
• Appointment of Fred Kramer to Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee approved (resolution 25‑26)
• Appointments to Audit Advisory Committee approved (resolution 25‑27)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Marco Island Code Enforcement Magistrate will hear 11 cases involving noxious plants, overgrown weeds, right-of-way sidewalk issues, solid waste disposal, illicit discharge, and staging violations. The meeting also includes five certification orders and a mitigation of fines request.

• 25-0705 458 Capri Ct – City vs. Blue Point Asset Management for noxious plants
• 25-0725 1315 Whiteheart Ave – City vs. Mary S McIntosh Rev Trust for right-of-way sidewalk
• 25-0383 564 Eden Ct – City vs. Marco Eden Apartments LLC for solid waste disposal
• 25-0464 1601 Windmill Ave – City vs. Jeffrey Reynolds et al. for illicit discharge and no permit
• 23-3475C 467 Kendall Dr – City vs. Catherine M Stites for certification

The magistrate ordered one‑time fines and prosecution costs for several property owners and contractors, set compliance deadlines, and granted the city entry rights after those periods. Two certification requests were approved, confirming payment amounts of $17,150 and $1,785. All decisions were recorded without any respondent testimony.

• Owner of 458 Capri Ct (Blue Point Asset Management) fined $100 + $50 prosecution; 30 days to correct violation or $100 per day (noxious plants)
• Owner of 35 Tahiti Rd (Troy J & Margo Wold) fined $100 + $50 prosecution; 30 days to obtain permit and correct violation or $100 per day (noxious plants)
• Owner of 458 Capri Ct (overgrown weeds) fined $200 + $50 prosecution; 10 days to correct or $100 per day; city may enter after 10 days at owner's expense
• Owner of 1315 Whiteheart Ave (Mary S McIntosh Rev Trust) fined $500 + $50 prosecution; 14 days to correct or $100 per day; city may enter after 14 days at owner's expense
• Owner of 184 Balfour Dr (Matthew D & Amanda S Rice) fined $50 prosecution; 60 days to obtain permit and complete work or $100 per day
• Contractor at 1601 Windmill Ave (Jeffrey Reynolds, Veronica Sue Linn & DSI General Contractors Inc) fined $5,000 for illicit discharge, $250 for working without a permit, and $50 prosecution
• Contractor at 230 Stillwater Ct (Elizabeth & John G Murphy Rev Trust & Seabee Marine Construction) fined $100 + $50 prosecution
• Certification request for 1790 Maywood Ct (Catherine M Stites) approved for $17,150

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will discuss a white paper on canal aeration and consider recommendations. Members will also hear an update on a hurricane resiliency forum and discuss flushing at San Marco Road, as well as phosphorus and fertilizer issues in local waterways.

• Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• White Paper on Canal Aeration (Member Woodworth)
• Wink News Hurricane Resiliency Forum Update
• Flushing - San Marco Road (hydrodynamic modeling)
• Phosphorus and Fertilizer Discussions

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda by a 5‑2 vote and approved the April 17 minutes by a unanimous voice vote. Members confirmed that the next meeting will be held on June 19, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. No other actions were formally approved during this session.

• Agenda approved (5‑2 vote)
• April 17 minutes approved (7‑0 voice vote)
• Next meeting scheduled for June 19, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee is holding a workshop focused on rodenticide. Presenters will cover current data on rodenticide impact on wildlife, alternatives and their costs, and local pest control providers. The committee will also discuss and take action on three objectives related to these topics.

• Presentation by Brittany Piersma (Audubon Western Everglades) and Lauren Barkley (Conservancy of Southwest Florida) on rodenticide impact on wildlife
• Presentation on alternatives to rodenticide, including cost and local availability
• Summary of pest control providers serving Marco Island
• Good Bites Pilot Program presented by Alaina Gonzalez-White (Wisdom Good Works) via Zoom
• Discussion and action items on three objectives related to rodenticide management

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee met on May 21, 2025 for a rodenticide workshop. Presentations covered the impact of rodenticides on wildlife and alternatives to their use. Members discussed objectives for raising awareness and partnering with pest‑control providers, but no formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will consider approving minutes from its April 17, 2025 meeting, receive project updates on the Humiston & Moore contract and a hurricane restoration vegetation proposal from Turrell Hall & Associates, and discuss the 2025-2026 budget and millage rate. New business includes a proposed strategic options workshop for October 2025.

• Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Project update from Humiston & Moore (ID 25-4454)
• Hurricane restoration vegetation proposal from Turrell Hall & Associates (ID 25-4455)
• Financial report as of April 30, 2025 (ID 25-4457)
• Discussion of 2025-2026 budget and millage rate (ID 25-4459)

The board approved remote participation for Zoom members and adopted the agenda and prior minutes. It authorized four purchase orders totaling $28,034.70 for bird monitoring, vegetation restoration, and strategic coastal planning. Finally, the board voted to maintain the tax millage rate at 1.60 mils.

• Approved remote board member participation (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved $3,225 purchase order for bird monitoring compliance (5-0)
• Approved $5,811.70 purchase order for vegetation restoration (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 purchase order to Coastal Engineering Consultants for long‑term management strategies (5-0)
• Approved $10,018 purchase order to Humiston and Moore Engineers for 2025 strategic planning (5-0)
• Maintained millage rate at 1.60 mils (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss a budget presentation and review the monthly parks report. The agenda also includes an update regarding the Racquet Center.

• Budget Presentation (ID 25-4466)
• Parks Monthly Report (ID 25-4409)
• Racquet Center Update (ID 25-4441)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the April 15 minutes by consent. The committee also confirmed that the next meeting will be held on July 15, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Agenda approved by unanimous consent
• April 15 minutes approved by unanimous consent
• Next meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a Budget Policies Workshop to discuss financial policies for the upcoming fiscal year. Presentations will cover the General Government Fund, Police Department, Fire-Rescue Department, Fleet and Facilities, Community Affairs, and Public Works. No votes or ordinances are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• FY26 Financial Policies presentation by Finance Director Guillermo Polanco
• City Clerk General Government Fund overview
• Police Department Overview
• Fire-Rescue Department overview
• Fleet and Facilities FY26 Memo to Council

The City Council convened a Budget Policies Workshop where Finance Director Guillermo Polanco presented FY26 operating expense increases and potential revenue sources, including a 3% LCEC franchise fee and a 0.25‑mil ad valorem tax increase. Council members discussed staffing, technology, and future budget sessions but did not adopt any policy changes or vote on proposals.

City Council

City Council will hold first reading of an ordinance to amend the Land Development Code to allow electronic signs and kiosks in public use zoning districts. The consent agenda includes a $458,340 contract for North Marco water main improvements and purchase orders for furniture. Council will also consider resolutions to create a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee and discuss e-bike regulations, as well as review salary survey findings.

• First reading of Ordinance 25-04 amending sign regulations (Sec. 30-526 & 30-530) to add electronic signs and kiosks in public use districts
• Award of $458,340 contract to Douglas N. Higgings, Inc. for North Marco Water Main Improvements
• Authorize purchase orders for Commercial Design Services (CDS): $131,247.39 for City Annex Building furniture and $67,956.77 for Collection and Distribution Work Center furniture
• Resolution 25-15 creating a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Discussion of electric bicycle (e-bike) regulations and salary survey findings and recommendations

The Council approved the agenda and all prior meeting minutes by unanimous voice votes. It authorized a $67,956.77 purchase order for furniture and labor for the Water & Sewer work center. The Council passed the first reading of Ordinance 25‑04, amending the Land Development Code to allow governmental informational signs and define kiosks, with a 7‑0 vote. A motion to have the City Attorney draft a reuse‑water ordinance failed 2‑5.

• Approved agenda (including Special Agenda Item 15e) – unanimous voice vote (7-0)
• Approved Pre‑Budget Policy Workshop Minutes (April 30, 2025) – unanimous voice vote (7-0)
• Approved Special‑Called Meeting Minutes (May 5, 2025) – unanimous voice vote (7-0)
• Approved City Council Meeting Minutes (May 5, 2025) – unanimous voice vote (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended, authorizing $67,956.77 purchase order to Commercial Design Services – unanimous council vote (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 25‑04 amending LDC signs provisions – unanimous council vote (7-0)
• Motion to request City Attorney draft reuse‑water ordinance failed – vote 2-5 (yes: Goehler, Gray; no: Champagne, Henry, Palumbo, Schwan, Brechnitz)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss a new tree planting master plan, the Michael Collins commemorative tree initiative, and a future tree donation program. Staff will present a mid-fiscal year budget review and an update on South Heathwood Drive tree planting. The committee will also debrief the 2025 Marco In Bloom contest and Arbor Day event.

• Tree Planting Master Plan Development (new business item ID 25-4424)
• South Heathwood Drive Tree Planting Update (staff communication ID 25-4437)
• Mid-Fiscal Year Committee Budget Review & Outlook for 2026 (ID 25-4342)
• Michael Collins Commemorative Tree Initiative Update (old business ID 25-4423)
• Future Tree Donation Program & Donation Website (old business ID 25-4422)

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved a $280 allocation for an Arbor Day plaque and stand, authorized Member Myers to select a commemorative tree for Michael Collins within the existing $1,000 budget, and adopted two priority tree‑planting locations in the Tree Planting Master Plan. All three actions passed by voice vote with all seven members voting yes.

• Approved $280.00 allocation for Arbor Day plaque and stand (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Authorized Member Myers to select and procure a tree for the Michael Collins memorial within the $1,000 budget (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Approved two priority tree‑planting locations: swales along East Elkcam Circle between Bald Eagle Drive and Collier Blvd, and swales along Winterberry Drive bordering Calusa Park (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Approved the meeting agenda (voice vote, 7 yes)
• Approved the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, 7 yes)

City Council

The council will vote on a consent agenda including a $138,000 contract for Goldenrod Bridge repairs and adoption of the 2025 Collier County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy Plan. A discussion is scheduled on proposed changes to public notice procedures requiring certified mail in the Land Development Code. Presentations include an $80,332.87 LCEC equity distribution and a Beautification Advisory Committee tree budget update.

• Award of contract to Villa-Fuerte Construction, LLC for Goldenrod Bridge repair not to exceed $138,000
• Adoption of the 2025 Collier County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy Plan
• Appointment of Ann Sepe to the Beautification Advisory Committee
• Award of contracts to 26 firms for miscellaneous architecture and engineering services on an as-needed basis
• Discussion on requiring U.S. First Class Certified Mail for public notice procedures in the Land Development Code

The Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included adopting the 2025 Collier County Multi‑Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy Plan, appointing Ann Sepe to the Beautification Advisory Committee, awarding contracts to 26 firms for architecture and engineering services, and awarding Villa‑Fuerte Construction a contract up to $138,000 to repair the Goldenrod Bridge. Council members reached consensus to have staff begin a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code’s public‑notice mail requirement. No ordinances or quasi‑judicial items were acted upon.

• Approved agenda (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved minutes of April 21, 2025 (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved adoption of 2025 Collier County Multi‑Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy Plan (Resolution 25‑24) (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved appointment of Ann Sepe to the Beautification Advisory Committee (Resolution 25‑25) (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved award of contracts to 26 firms for miscellaneous architecture and engineering services (RFQ 2025‑009) (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved award of contract to Villa‑Fuerte Construction, LLC for Goldenrod Bridge repair, not to exceed $138,000 (voice vote 7‑0)
• Council consensus to request staff to initiate amendment of public‑notice procedures in Section 30‑62(f)2(c) of the Land Development Code

City Council

This special-called meeting focuses on two unsolicited public-private partnership (P3) proposals submitted under Florida Statute 255.065. The City Attorney will present an overview of the P3 process, and the attorney for the C-HAWQ proposal will present that submission. Council will discuss and take public comment before any decision.

• ID 25-4407: Overview and process for the Earthwerks unsolicited P3 proposal
• ID 25-4092: C-HAWQ unsolicited P3 proposal submitted March 31, 2025, with presentation by Zachary W. Lombardo, Esq.
• Attachments include the C-HAWQ P3 proposal, response, and engineers' report from Humiston and Moore

The council voted to authorize the City Manager to retain a marine engineering expert to conduct a technical study under Florida Statute 255.065, with costs paid by EarthWerks Land Improvement & Development Corporation. The motion passed 4‑3. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved City Manager authorization to hire marine engineering expert for technical study (4-3 vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will vote on a resolution to modify the 2008 boat dock approval, adding boat lifts for the South Seas Club Condominium at 591 Seaview Court. It will also consider an ordinance amending the Land Development Code to allow electronic signs and kiosks in commercial and public use districts. Routine items include approval of the agenda, minutes from April 11, 2025, and a public comment period.

• Resolution ID 25-4415: modify 2008 Boat Dock Approval to add boat lifts at South Seas Club Condominium, 591 Seaview Court
• Ordinance ID 25-4417: amend LDC Sec. 30-526 (signs) and Sec. 30-530 (definition of kiosk) to permit electronic signs and kiosks
• Approval of Planning Board meeting minutes ID 25-4412 from April 11, 2025
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Community forum/public comment period

The board approved an amendment to the Land Development Code that allows electronic signs and kiosks and adds a definition for kiosks. It also voted to continue the South Seas Club boat dock extension request indefinitely. Both actions were approved by a 5‑1 vote. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 11, 2025 minutes with changes (6-0)
• Continued Boat Dock Extension request indefinitely (5-1)
• Approved LDC amendment for electronic signs and kiosks (5-1)

City Council

The City Council is holding a pre-budget policy workshop to review the FY2025 budget status, forecasts, and quarterly financial reports. No binding decisions are expected; this is a discussion session to inform future budget planning.

• Review of 2025 second-quarter and first-six-months budget status
• FY2025 budget forecast as of April 25, 2025
• Three-month budget status report for FY2025
• Public comment period (4 minutes per speaker)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will hear 23 cases covering violations such as illicit discharge, site distance triangles, encroachments, litter and debris, pruning, right-of-way obstruction, boat dock canopy, no building permit, staging, beach permits, damaged sidewalk, and boat/trailer parking. One case involves a request for mitigation of fines (211 Landmark St). The magistrate may issue certification orders and consider fine reductions.

• 1721 Ludlow Rd – illicit discharge case
• 178 Tahiti Rd – illicit discharge case
• 621 Kendall Dr – site distance triangles case
• 1131 Martinique Ct – encroachments case
• 211 Landmark St – mitigation of fines request

The magistrate ordered one‑time fines and prosecution costs for multiple code violations, including illicit discharges and litter. Several owners were given compliance deadlines with daily penalties for non‑compliance. A mitigation request was approved, reducing a fine by $500. One case was continued to the May magistrate.

• Imposed $4,000 fine + $50 prosecution cost on John H. and Karen Diggins (case 25-0160)
• Imposed $4,000 fine + $50 prosecution cost on United States Transport (case 25-0434)
• Imposed $5,000 fine + $50 prosecution cost on Albino T Bismont JR & Red Rhino (case 25-0370)
• Imposed $200 fine + $50 prosecution cost on Fauta Bianco, with 10‑day compliance deadline (case 25-0390)
• Imposed $100 fine + $50 prosecution cost on John & Kimberly Hudspeth, with 14‑day compliance deadline (case 25-0460)
• Imposed $95 fine + $50 prosecution cost on Mario Curiale (case 25-0474)
• Approved $500 mitigation of a fine for Robert Rich (case 24-1614)
• Continued case 25-0319 (Site Distance Triangles) to May magistrate

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider routine approvals, including the agenda, minutes, and consent items. It will discuss a $4,728,254.75 contract with Coastal Concrete Products for intersection improvements at North Barfield Drive and North Collier Blvd, as well as smaller public‑works contracts for traffic signal upgrades ($84,585) and a pilot aeration study ($87,900). The council will also hear an ordinance amendment to the Firefighters’ Pension Plan and a FY26 budget policy presentation.

• Award of contract to Coastal Concrete Products, LLC for intersection improvements at North Barfield Drive and North Collier Blvd – $4,728,254.75
• Purchase order to Trebilcock Consulting Solutions for design of traffic signal upgrades at ten intersections – $84,585.00
• Purchase order to Sanders Laboratories for pilot aeration environmental testing study – $87,900.00
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 22 Fire Prevention and Protection, updating firefighters’ pension and retiree benefits
• Budget introduction presentation for FY26 financial policies

The council approved a $4,728,254.75 contract with Coastal Concrete Products for improvements at the North Barfield Drive and North Collier Boulevard intersection. Council members also approved Ordinance 25‑03, amending the city’s firefighters’ pension plan, with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The city authorized a $87,900 purchase order to Sanders Laboratories for a pilot aeration study, passing 4‑3. Additionally, the council approved an $84,585 purchase order to Trebilcock Consulting for traffic‑signal upgrades and approved the agenda, minutes, and consent agenda by voice vote.

• Approved $4,728,254.75 contract for North Barfield/Collier intersection (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-03 fire-pension amendments (7-0)
• Approved $87,900 purchase order to Sanders Laboratories for pilot aeration study (4-3)
• Approved $84,585 purchase order to Trebilcock Consulting for traffic signal upgrades (7-0)
• Approved agenda (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2025 (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (voice vote 7-0)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will meet to elect officers and introduce a new board member. Old business includes updates on beach restoration projects, a proposal to assess T-groin conditions, an annual biological monitoring report, and a financial report. No new business is listed.

• Introduction of new board member via nomination letter and Resolution 25-19
• Election of officers for the Hideaway Beach Tax District Board
• Restoration project updates presented by Mohamed Dabees
• Proposal to assess condition of T-groins (Michael Poff)
• Annual biological monitoring report from Turrell Hall & Associates

The board authorized the City Public Works Director to spend up to $10,000 for sand tilling on Sand Dollar Island if required by the Fish and Wildlife Commission. It also approved a $10,910 purchase order for Coastal Engineering Consultants to inspect the t‑groins. Additionally, remote participation for board members was approved and officer positions were re‑appointed.

• Approved remote board member participation (voice vote 3‑0)
• Re‑appointed Chair Linda Ryan (vote 4‑1)
• Re‑appointed Vice‑Chair Dick Delawder (vote 4‑1)
• Appointed Treasurer Steve Zinkan (vote 4‑1)
• Appointed Secretary Phyllis Ramirez (vote 4‑1)
• Authorized up to $10,000 for Sand Dollar Island tilling if required (vote 5‑0)
• Issued Purchase Order $10,910 to Coastal Engineering Consultants for t‑groin inspection (vote 5‑0)
• Approved agenda amendment to add “Tilling at Sand Dollar Spit” (voice vote 4‑0)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will review four white papers on advanced wastewater treatment, enforcing fertilizer restrictions, implementing a stormwater utility, and evaluating canal aeration. New business includes an update from the Wink News Hurricane Resiliency Forum and a recap of the April 7 City Council meeting. The committee also will approve minutes from March 20, 2025, and discuss future agenda topics.

• Amended summary of proposed WAC discussion items and recommendations including white papers on wastewater, fertilizer, stormwater utility, and canal aeration
• Update from America's Boating Club Aton (Vice-Chair High)
• Wink News Hurricane Resiliency Forum update (Chair Mascoop) with attachments on building resilience and restoration projects
• City Council meeting update for April 7, 2025, including a cleaner fertilizer attachment
• Approval of Waterways Advisory Committee meeting minutes from March 20, 2025

The Waterways Advisory Committee approved the agenda and March minutes by voice vote. It voted 5-2 against pursuing advanced wastewater treatment and rejected a consultant hire (2-5). The committee approved a 4-3 motion to request funding for fertilizer‑enforcement equipment and a 6-0 motion to allocate FY2026 funds for repairing approximately nine aids to navigation. The next meeting was set for May 22, 2025.

• Agenda approved (voice vote, 7-0)
• March 20 minutes approved (voice vote, 7-0)
• Advanced Wastewater Treatment proposal rejected (5-2)
• Consultant hire for AWT assessment motion failed (2-5)
• Funding request for fertilizer enforcement equipment approved (4-3)
• Budget request for enforcement equipment/manpower approved (4-3)
• FY2026 funding for approx nine ATON repairs approved (6-0)
• Next meeting scheduled for May 22, 2025

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss old business including beach clean-up sponsors and sea turtle open house support. Members will review the 2025 budget compared to 2024 and address a new rodenticide workshop.

• Review of 2025 budget vs 2024
• Rodenticide Workshop
• Sea Turtle Open House Committee Support
• Celebrating Beach Clean-Up Sponsors
• Updated goals for the Beach & Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee voted unanimously to hold a Rodenticide Workshop on May 21, 2025. It also approved support for an award recognizing the Marco Island Owl Watch program. The June 18 committee meeting was cancelled because of the workshop.

• Approved Rodenticide Workshop on May 21, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved support for an award for Marco Island Owl Watch program (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved the meeting minutes (5-0)
• Cancelled the June 18 meeting (unanimous)
• Recognized Beach Clean‑Up sponsors (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed Sea Turtle window cling design (discussion)
• Discussed updated committee goals (discussion)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review new business regarding sports fields and electric bikes. The agenda also includes the introduction of new member Darin Spindler and a review of the monthly staff report.

• Discussion of sports fields
• Discussion of electric bikes
• Introduction of new member Darin Spindler
• Review of Monthly Staff Report ID 25-4381

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 18, 2025 minutes, each by unanimous consent. No other motions were taken. The next meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM.

• Agenda approved by unanimous consent
• Minutes of March 18, 2025 approved by unanimous consent

Planning Board

The board will decide on a resolution for a boat dock extension at 831 Perrine Court, allowing a vessel to encroach into the side yard/riparian setback. They will also discuss plans for Caxambas Park and deed restrictions for the Marco Island Civic Association. Procedural items include approval of minutes and a continued item for a dock extension at 591 Seaview Court.

• Resolution for boat dock extension (BD-24-000147) at 831 Perrine Court to allow vessel encroachment into side yard/riparian setback
• Continued item: boat dock extension (BD-24-000047) at 591 Seaview Court moved to May 5, 2025
• Discussion on Caxambas Park
• Discussion on Marco Island Civic Association (MICA) deed restrictions
• Approval of March 7, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the agenda with items 10(a) continued to the May 2, 2025 meeting (7‑0) and rejected continuation of item 10(b) (2‑5). It approved the March 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0). The board voted to recommend the City Council pursue enforcement actions against the county at Caxambas Park and also voted not to change the site's zoning (both 7‑0). The Boat Dock Extension request for Southseas Club was continued to the May 2 meeting, while a separate dock request was withdrawn and received no action.

• Approved agenda with continuation of item 10(a) to May 2, 2025 (7-0)
• Failed motion to continue agenda item 10(b) (2-5)
• Approved March 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City Council enforce county activity at Caxambas Park (7-0)
• Recommended no zoning change for Caxambas Park site (7-0)
• Continued Boat Dock Extension (BD-24-000047) for Southseas Club to May 2, 2025
• No action on Boat Dock Extension (BD-24-000147) after applicant withdrew

City Council

The City Council will hold a quasi-judicial hearing regarding a boat dock extension for the Collier County Sheriff Office. The body will also review salary survey findings and recommendations and vote on several infrastructure and restoration contracts.

• Boat dock extension request for Collier County Sheriff Office at Caxambas Park (909 Collier Court)
• South Barfield Drive Flood Remediation Project agreement with Bowman Gulf Coast LLC for $194,000
• Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Project purchase order to B & J Lining, Inc. for $198,450.00
• Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Ecosystem Restoration maintenance for Earth Tech Enterprises, Inc. ($65,800) and Humiston & Moore Engineers ($67,556.00)
• Review of Salary Survey Findings and Recommendations

The council voted to allow Councilor Palumbo to participate remotely and approved the agenda and minutes. It approved the consent agenda, authorizing contracts totaling about $525,000 for flood remediation, ecosystem restoration, and sewer manhole rehabilitation. The council also approved a boat dock extension for the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, an interlocal agreement for a floating police dock, and appointed Daniel High to the Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee. Action on the proposed employee salary changes was deferred.

• Approved remote participation for Councilor Palumbo (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved consent agenda authorizing $194,000 consulting agreement for South Barfield Drive flood remediation
• Approved $65,800 purchase order change for Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island ecosystem restoration
• Approved $67,556 purchase order for professional consulting services for the same ecosystem project
• Approved $198,450 purchase order for Sewer Manhole Rehabilitation Project
• Approved Boat Dock Extension (3‑ft waterway encroachment) for Collier County Sheriff’s Office (6‑0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement for floating police dock (7‑0)
• Approved appointment of Daniel High to Collier County Coastal Advisory Committee (4‑3)

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss old business including a debrief of Marco Nature Night, review of Marco In Bloom contest scoring, and a review of potential out-of-compliance property conditions. New business includes updates on the Ten Thousand Trees program, a memorial tree project at Castaways Park, and preparation for a presentation to the City Council on May 5. Staff will provide a tree planting map for South Heathwood Drive.

• Marco Nature Night debrief & improvements
• Marco In Bloom contest scoring review
• Review of potential out-of-compliance property conditions
• 2025 Arbor Day Celebration Plan
• Ten Thousand Trees update

The Beautification Advisory Committee approved a budget allocation of up to $250 to purchase a Bridalveil tree for Arbor Day 2025 in Calusa Park. It also approved a memorial tree project honoring astronaut Michael Collins at Veterans Community Park and a request for 2026 funding to extend seasonal Christmas lighting along Collier Boulevard. Earlier agenda and minutes approvals were also passed by voice vote.

• Approved $250 budget for Bridalveil tree planting in Calusa Park (6‑0)
• Approved memorial tree project for astronaut Michael Collins at Veterans Community Park (6‑0)
• Approved solicitation for 2026 funding to extend Christmas holiday lighting on Collier Boulevard (6‑0)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (voice vote, unanimous)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will hear updates on the Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island restoration and hurricane recovery, consider a professional services proposal for 2025, and review a revegetation proposal and erosion control permit renewal. The board will also approve the February financial report and recognize a departing member.

• Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island Restoration Update with change order on PO #00240664
• Hideaway Beach Hurricane Restoration Update with permitting documents
• Professional Services for Second and Third Quarter 2025 proposal from M. Dabees
• Revegetation Proposal and Cost from T. Hall
• Hideaway Beach Erosion Control Permit/Collier Creek Permit Renewal from M. Poff

The board authorized a $65,800 change order (Purchase Order PO# 240664) for the 2024 Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island ecosystem restoration operational maintenance. It also approved $6,289 for engineering services and $1,500 for easement documentation to address storm‑water discharge at South Point. Additionally, the board approved $67,556 for second‑ and third‑quarter 2025 professional services and supported a revegetation plan costing $15,000 plus $3,600 for the Collier County portion. All motions passed by a unanimous 5‑0 voice vote.

• Approved $65,800 change order (PO# 240664) for Tigertail Lagoon/Sand Dollar Island restoration (5‑0)
• Approved $6,289 engineering services for South Point pipe culvert permit (5‑0)
• Approved $1,500 easement documentation services for South Point culvert (5‑0)
• Approved $67,556 professional services for Q2‑Q3 2025 restoration monitoring (5‑0)
• Supported and will pursue $15,000 revegetation plan for District shoreline and $3,600 for Collier County portion (5‑0)

Waterways Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and introduce a new member. Discussions include updates on Marco Pass navigation and stormwater utility rate analysis.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Introduction of new member Chris Lewandowski
• Coastal Zone Management and Marco Pass navigation update
• Aton repairs and America's Boating Club discussion
• Review of 2024 FSA SWU Report and Stormwater Utility Rate Analysis

The Waterways Advisory Committee elected Elliott Mascoop as Chair (6‑1) and re‑elected Daniel High as Vice‑Chair unanimously. The agenda and February minutes were approved by voice vote. A motion recommending City Council address ATON issues in Marco Island was carried (6‑0). A later motion to draft a broader recommendation was withdrawn, and the next meeting was set for April 17, 2025.

• Elected Elliott Mascoop as Chair (6‑1 vote)
• Re‑elected Daniel High as Vice‑Chair (7‑0 vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, 7‑0)
• Approved February 20 minutes (voice vote, 7‑0)
• Passed recommendation to City Council on ATON issues (6‑0 vote)
• Motion to draft broader recommendation withdrawn
• Scheduled next meeting for April 17, 2025 at 8:30 A.M.

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will consider approval of February meeting minutes, review FY 2023/2024 expense reports and FY 2024/2025 allocations and budget, and discuss revised goals and objectives. New business includes an update on the Audubon Project, a draft rodenticide workshop agenda, and a window cling communication distribution discussion. Staff and city council communications will be given, followed by public comment at 10:00 AM.

• Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of FY 2023/2024 expenses and FY 2024/2025 budget allocations
• Discussion of revised FY 2024-2025 goals and objectives
• Audubon Project update including budget breakdown and signage locations
• Rodenticide Workshop agenda draft

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee approved the amended agenda and the February 19 meeting minutes, each with a unanimous vote. Members also approved a motion to recognize long‑term beach cleaning sponsors at the April 16 meeting and a motion to hold a workshop before that meeting to review the FY 2024‑2025 goals and objectives.

• Approved agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved February 19 minutes (ID 25-4317) (7-0)
• Approved recognition of long‑term beach cleaning sponsors at April 16 meeting (7-0)
• Approved creation of workshop before April 16 meeting to review FY 2024‑2025 Goals & Objectives (7-0)

Ad Hoc Business Development & Re-Development Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Business Development & Re‑Development Advisory Committee will review and recommend its proposals to the City Council. The meeting includes staff and council communications, a public comment period, and planning for the next session. No formal votes are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation of committee recommendations to the City Council (ID 25-4321)
• Staff communications regarding business development
• City Council communication items
• Public comment scheduled for 1:15 p.m.
• Confirmation of date and attendance for the next meeting

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting. Members will elect a chair and vice chair. The committee will receive an update on the Mackle Park tree donation and a monthly staff report.

• Election of chair and vice chair (ID 25-4292)
• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2025 (ID 25-4281)
• Mackle Park tree donation update (ID 25-4282)
• Monthly staff communications report (ID 25-4283)

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review a series of code enforcement cases involving property owners and contractors. The meeting includes hearings on specific violations, certification orders, and requests for the mitigation of fines.

• Case 24-2672: Damaged sidewalk at 1206 Martinique CT
• Cases 24-2726 and 24-2924: Work without a permit at 551 S Collier BLVD and 958 Spruce CT
• Multiple silt fence violations at 821 Scott DR, 1390 Caxambas CT, 598 Spinnaker DR, 573 Spinnaker DR, and 1710 Canary CT
• Case 25-0306: Overgrown weeds, litter, and encroachments at 321 Hawaii CIR
• Case 25-0216: Illicit discharge at 512 Antilles CT

City Council

The City Council will consider a memorandum of agreement to assist ICE under Florida law, alongside multiple infrastructure contracts. Other items include a resolution supporting hands-free cell phone use, a parks master plan presentation, and routine consent items such as appointments and contract awards.

• Approval of Memorandum of Agreement to assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under Florida Statute Chapter 908
• Award of contract to Advanced Roofing Inc. for City Hall Annex roof replacement at 1310 San Marco Road for $150,743.89
• Award of contract to Ajax Paving Industries for resurfacing both parking lots at Winterberry Park for $71,893.63
• Change order for Ajax Paving Inc. for Leigh Plummer Parking Lot repair, adding $26,456.90 to a $76,426.79 total
• Authorize purchase order to Quality Enterprises USA Inc. for replacement of raw water influent header pipe at South Water Treatment Plant for $139,966.40

City Council

The Marco Island City Council is holding a special called meeting to select a candidate to fill a current vacancy on the council. Twenty-five applicants are under consideration. No other business is scheduled.

• Selection of a candidate to fill City Council vacancy from 25 applicants
• List of applicants includes Allyson Richards, Anthony Costantino, Becky Irwin, and others

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss a variance request for a boat dock extension and a proposed ordinance regarding off-street parking requirements. The meeting is scheduled for March 7, 2025.

• Discussion on a variance for exceeding 120% of required parking
• Draft ordinance for Article V. - Off Street Parking and Loading
• Resolution for a boat dock extension at 909 Collier Court
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from February 7, 2025

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on the Marco Nature Night plan and the Marco In Bloom contest. The body will also discuss the development of a Tree Planting Master Plan and the Tree City USA designation application.

• Tree Planting Master Plan development
• Application for Tree City USA Designation
• Report on City Council design contract approval for Beach Access Pathway Project
• Calusa Garden Club request
• City Code Compliance process for out-of-compliance landscaping

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance amending the firefighters' pension plan as part of a collective bargaining agreement, and consider a resolution to create a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. A key item is the reconsideration of a $75,000 contract award to Kimley Horn for grant writing services. The council will also authorize $66,838.85 for repairs to the fire rescue ladder truck and approve appointments to advisory committees.

• Reconsideration of $75,000 contract award to Kimley Horn for grant writing services
• First reading of Ordinance 25-03 amending firefighters' pension plan per collective bargaining agreement
• Resolution 25-15 creating a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Authorize $66,838.85 purchase order to Ten-8 Fire & Safety for repairs of fire rescue ladder truck
• Appointments: Brian Lynch to Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, Kevin Dohm to MPO Citizens Advisory Committee

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Special Magistrate will review code enforcement cases involving property violations. The body will hear cases regarding illicit discharges, work without permits, and requests for the mitigation of fines.

• Case 24-2872: Damaged sidewalk at 1079 Bald Eagle Drive
• Case 24-2939: Illicit discharge at 844 Bald Eagle Drive
• Case 25-0095: Right of Way obstruction and silt fence at 1268 Mariana Court
• Certification of fines for 1275 6th Avenue and 910 Ship Court
• Mitigation of fines requests for 1106 Breakwater Court, 967 Iris Court, 556 5th Avenue, and 450 N Barfield Drive

Waterways Advisory Committee

This meeting is largely organizational: new members Elliott Mascoop, Ralph Rohena, and Douglas Woodworth will be introduced, and the committee will elect a chair and vice-chair. It will also consider approval of the December 12, 2024, meeting minutes and confirm the next meeting date. No substantive policy or funding items are on the agenda.

• Introduction of new members Elliott Mascoop, Ralph Rohena, and Douglas Woodworth (ID 25-4208)
• Election of chair and vice-chair (ID 25-4214)
• Approval of Waterways Advisory Committee meeting minutes from December 12, 2024 (ID 25-4222)
• Confirmation of next meeting: March 20, 2025 (ID 25-4239)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will meet to elect leadership and set goals for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. The body will discuss beach cleanup scheduling and a beach access enhancement project at Winterberry Dr and Maples Ave.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of sea turtle window clings
• Review of FY 2024/2025 Goals & Objectives and budget
• 2025 beach cleanup schedule discussion
• Winterberry Dr & Maples Ave Beach Access Enhancement proposal

City Council

The City Council is holding a special-called meeting to select a candidate to fill a current vacancy. The agenda includes a list of 24 applicants. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Selection of candidate to fill City Council vacancy
• 24 applicants listed including Anthony Costantino, Bryan Johnson, Chris Ricci, Dr. Chrissann Ruehle, and others

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will approve routine items, including minutes and the consent agenda, and consider several specific actions. Council members will ratify an emergency procurement of $255,000 to Earth Tech Enterprises for restoring the Sand Dollar Island berm, award a $74,750 contract to Kimley‑Horn for the Beach Beautification Project, and adopt a resolution to amend Parks & Recreation summer camp fees. The agenda also includes appointments to two advisory committees and presentations on the Collier MPO long‑range plan and the Sand Dollar Island restoration update.

• Ratify $255,000 emergency procurement (Change Order) to Earth Tech Enterprises for Sand Dollar Island berm restoration (Collier County Contract #21-7885).
• Award $74,750 contract to Kimley‑Horn for construction documents, permitting, and construction services for the Beach Beautification Project.
• Amend existing fees for Parks & Recreation Summer Camp Programs (Resolution 25-14).
• Approve appointment of Chris Ricci to the Beach & Coastal Resources Advisory Committee and the Audit Advisory Committee (Resolution 25-12).
• Presentation by Collier MPO on long‑range plan and roadway development.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, then discuss proposed changes to parking requirements for existing commercial spaces, a topic continued from October 2024. The board will also approve minutes from the January 10, 2025 meeting.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Planning Board
• Continued discussion of parking requirements for existing commercial space (ID 25-4178)
• Approval of the January 10, 2025 meeting minutes

Beautification Advisory Committee

This is the first meeting of 2025 with several new members. The committee will elect a chair and vice-chair, approve previous meeting minutes, and discuss old business items including the 2025 Marco Nature Night and Marco In Bloom contest. New business includes a review of the committee's charter and setting annual goals. Staff will provide updates on beach access enhancement, code compliance for landscaping, and a tree donation project.

• Election of Chair & Vice-Chair (ID 25-4146)
• 2025 Marco Nature Night Date & Plan (M. Needles/M. Cory)
• 2025 Marco In Bloom Contest Update with proposed timeline (L. Scherzinger)
• Status of S. Heathwood Planting Initiative
• Review of Committee’s Charter & 2025 Goals/Workplan

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will consider updates on ongoing projects, including additional sand excavation at Tigertail and shoreline work at Hideaway South Point. The board will also review a proposal for professional construction services and a financial report as of January 31, 2025. No new business is listed.

• Project update presentation by M. Dabees
• Discussion of additional sand excavation at Tigertail (2025)
• Discussion of shoreline work at Hideaway South Point
• Review of professional services proposal from TLSDI for construction services
• Financial report as of January 31, 2025

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider a $75,000 contract for grant writing services and approve a $57,430 purchase order for beach erosion monitoring. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a utility easement vacation and a first reading of an ordinance regarding parking in city swales.

• Award of Contract to Kimley Horn for Grant Writing Services ($75,000)
• Purchase Order to Coastal Engineering and Surveying for Hideaway Beach Erosion Control ($57,430)
• Public Hearing: Utility Easement Vacation at 917 North Barfield Drive
• First Reading: Ordinance Amending Prohibited Parking in City Swales
• Proclamation: Employee Service Awards

Code Enforcement Magistrate

The Code Enforcement Magistrate will consider 18 cases involving alleged violations such as work without a permit, litter, weeds, obstruction, and seawall issues at various properties across Marco Island. Additionally, eight requests for mitigation of previously imposed fines will be reviewed. No decisions or outcomes are recorded in the agenda; the meeting is for hearing arguments and evidence.

• 24-2858 – Stop Work Order for threat to life or public at 1150 N Collier BLVD
• 24-2339 – Work Without a Permit at 1840 S Inlet DR
• 24-2864 – Weeds & ROW Obstruction at 1815 April CT
• 24-2697 – Illicit Discharge at 484 Pepperwood CT
• Multiple mitigation of fines requests at 1170 N Collier BLVD (items v, w, x, y)

City Council

The City Council will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding police pension fund management. The body will also vote on several professional service contracts and committee appointments.

• Ordinance 25-01: Amending Police Officers’ Pension Plan finances and fund management
• Purchase order to Craneworks, Inc. for a boom truck: $294,500.00
• Purchase order to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for permit renewal: $113,356.00
• Purchase order to AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Lead and Copper Rule compliance: $68,083.00
• Contract to Affordable Landscaping Service and Design for dog park walking path: $19,755.50

City Council

The City Council is holding a special-called meeting to select a candidate to fill a vacancy on the council. Twenty-four candidates have applied. The council will also hear citizens' comments.

• Selection of candidate to fill Council vacancy (ID 25-4084)
• Consideration of whitepaper on special election (ID 25-4092)
• Citizens' comments (4 minutes per speaker)

Hideaway Beach Tax District Board

The Hideaway Beach Tax District Board will discuss project updates, a beach review, a financial report through December 2024, and a proposed 2025 annual monitoring plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No major financial decisions or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Project update on 6000 Building Beach Review
• Financial report as of December 31, 2024
• 2025 Annual Monitoring plan discussion
• Approval of December 12, 2024 minutes

Waterways Advisory Committee

The Waterways Advisory Committee will review old business items including Aton Repairs, Marco Island Seawall Challenges (with permitting issues), and Derelict and Unattended Vessels. New business includes a potential Town Hall meeting format. The committee will also consider approving minutes from December 12, 2024.

• Aton Repairs (ID 24-4050)
• Marco Island Seawall Challenges with permitting (ID 24-4051)
• Derelict and Unattended Vessels (ID 24-4052)
• Potential Town Hall meeting style (ID 25-4066)
• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes (ID 24-4049)

Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee

The Beach and Coastal Resources Advisory Committee will review the 2025 beach cleanup schedule and sponsors. The committee is also scheduled to vote on the costs and distribution plan for sea turtle window clings.

• 2025 beach cleanup schedule and sponsors
• Vote on sea turtle window clings costs and distribution
• FY 2024 final expenses and FY 2024-2025 budget
• Alternative sticker designs for beach bucket clean-up trees
• Update on Winterberry Beautification Project

Ad Hoc Business Development & Re-Development Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Business Development & Re-Development Advisory Committee will meet to identify zoning issues that affect property development and business operations. The committee will also discuss protection zones for gopher tortoises and burrowing owls.

• Identification of zoning issues affecting property development and business operations
• Discussion of gopher tortoise and burrowing owl protection zones

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss Mackle Park accessibility improvements and a tree donation update. The committee will also review the January staff report and approve the December meeting minutes. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• ID 25-4053 Mackle Park Accessibility discussion
• ID 25-4088 Mackle Park Tree Donation Update
• ID 25-4089 January Staff Report
• ID 25-4052 December Meeting Minutes Approval

Planning Board

The Marco Island Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider three main items: two site development plans for new commercial buildings (a 7,128 sq ft warehouse and a 1,375 sq ft retail shop & café) and a utility easement vacation. Old business includes a continued discussion on a proposed ordinance to prohibit parking on city swales north of Old Marco Lane. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive community comment.

• Site Development Plan for warehouse at 805 E. Elkcan Circle (7,128 sq ft)
• Site Development Plan Amendment for retail shop & café at 971 Winterberry Drive (1,375 sq ft)
• Utility easement vacation at 917 N. Barfield Drive
• Discussion of ordinance prohibiting parking on city swales north of Old Marco Lane
• Approval of December 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Beautification Advisory Committee

The Beautification Advisory Committee will discuss several ongoing projects, including the 2025 Marco Nature Night plan, the Marco In Bloom contest plan, and a review of out‑of‑compliance landscaping conditions. Members will also consider the proposed 2025 Tree Fund for South Heathwood planting and alternative locations, and receive an update on post‑hurricane repairs to the South Heathwood median at Winterberry Drive.

• 2025 Marco Nature Night Date & Plan (ID 24-4027)
• 2025 Marco In Bloom Contest Plan Review (ID 24-4029)
• Review/Discussion of Out‑of‑Compliance Landscaping Conditions (ID 24-4030)
• 2025 Tree Fund – Proposed South Heathwood Planting & Alternative Locations (ID 24-4032)
• South Heathwood Median at Winterberry Drive: Post‑Hurricane Season Repair Update (ID 24-4040)

City Council

The Marco Island City Council will consider a Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑24‑000202) to allow mixed‑use development at 287 North Collier Boulevard. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as extending the interlocal refueling agreement, authorizing purchases for a LIFEPAK monitor ($83,057.28) and a storage network ($214,609.55), and a change order for water pipe replacement ($52,400). An ordinance to amend the police officers’ pension plan investment rules will be read for the first time.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP‑24‑000202) for mixed‑use at 287 North Collier Blvd
• Extension of Interlocal Refueling Agreement (Resolution 25‑01)
• Purchase of LIFEPAK Cardiac Monitor and LUCAS device, not to exceed $83,057.28
• Purchase of Storage Area Network from CDWG, $214,609.55 (budgeted FY25)
• Change order for 20‑inch pipe and valves at Reclaimed Water Production Facility, $52,400