Madeira Beach, FL

Board of Commissioners Special Meeting (545 150th Avenue Purchase Contract)

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider a Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement for the property at 545 150th Avenue. Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. The meeting is televised and streamed online.

• Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement for 545 150th Avenue

City of Madeira Beach Strategic Planning Offsite Meeting - Kimly-Horn (Cambria Hotel, 15015 Madeira Way)

The City of Madeira Beach is holding its second strategic planning workshop to review inputs, confirm priorities, and rank major initiatives for the final Strategic Plan. The workshop includes a group prioritization exercise covering eight project categories, followed by a public open house for residents to review the draft priorities. This is a working session, not a final decision-making meeting, and it will not be televised or streamed.

• Group prioritization of projects in 8 categories: 555 150th Avenue, Stormwater and Drainage, Parks/Recreation, Transportation and Mobility, Resiliency and Public Facilities, Economic Development, Code/Policy/Regulatory, Beautification and Placemaking
• Priorities tested against funding sources, grant eligibility, staffing capacity, operating impacts, procurement readiness, and existing CIP commitments
• Public open house from 3:00-4:00 p.m. for residents to review draft project priorities
• Meeting not televised on Spectrum Channel 640 or streamed on city website

Strategic Planning Community Meeting - Kimly-Horn (Cambria Hotel, 15015 Madeira Way)

Special Magistrate-Variance/Special Exception Use/Code Enforcement Hearing

The Madeira Beach Special Magistrate will hold a hearing on August 24, 2026, to consider new variance, special exception, and code enforcement cases, as well as old business including affidavits of compliance and requests for additional time. Public comment is allowed, and affected persons may become parties to quasi-judicial hearings by filing notice.

• New cases: 90 144th Ave #7, 14019 W Parsley Dr, 90 144th Ave #9, 12930 Village Blvd, 14300 Gulf Blvd, 13440 Gulf Blvd
• Old business: affidavits of compliance for 15398 2nd St E, 14503 N Bayshore Dr, 14190 W Parsley Dr, 231 E Madeira Ave, 13123 4th St E, 13313 2nd St E
• Requests for additional time: 500 Normandy Rd, 13414 Gulf Blvd, 12971 Pelican Ln, 223 148th Ave, 15403 Gulf Blvd, 14076 N Bayshore Dr, 13105 Boca Ciega Ave, 230 146th Ave
• Affidavit of compliance for 14016 N Bayshore Dr with request for additional time

Board of Commissioners Budget Workshop #5

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners is meeting for Budget Workshop #5 to continue discussions on the FY 2027 budget. The agenda includes public comment and a single discussion item on the budget. This is a working session, and no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• FY 2027 Budget Workshop #5 discussion

Board of Commissioners Regular Workshop Meeting

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners will hold a regular workshop to discuss several items, including a contract with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, abandoned swimming pools, and a proposed ordinance on temporary parking along Gulf Boulevard and in John's Pass Village Activity Center. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Purple Heart Month and administrative items like the 2026 meeting calendar and board appreciation dinner planning.

• Pinellas County Sheriff's Office contract with the City of Madeira Beach
• Ordinance 2026-16: Temporary parking use in parking lots along Gulf Boulevard and within John's Pass Village Activity Center
• Discussion on abandoned swimming pools
• Purple Heart Month Proclamation for August 2026
• Review of ordinances for keys, coins, awards, etc.

Board of Commissioners Special Meeting (Tentative FY'27 Millage Rate & FY'27 Budget Ordinances)

Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

Planning Commission Meeting

Board of Commissioners Special Meeting (Adoption of FY'27 Millage Rate & FY'27 Budget Ordinances)

Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board will conduct public hearings on three ordinances: charter amendments for election dates and term transitions, a new fees and collection manual, and rebuilding regulations for nonconforming structures. Consent agenda includes stormwater project bids, debris management agreement, and seawall replacement amendment.

• Ordinance 2026-07: Charter amendments on municipal election dates, candidate qualifying periods, and term transitions (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 2026-08: Fees and Collection Procedure Manual (1st reading)
• Ordinance 2026-09: Nonconformances and rebuilding regulations (1st reading)
• ITB# 26-04: Stormwater Backflow Prevention Project
• Amendment to RFP No. 26-05: Marina Seawall Replacement #2 to include 129th Avenue (Area 5) Seawall Replacement

The Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2026-07, which will move municipal elections from March to November and change the candidate qualifying period from December to June, subject to voter referendum. The board also approved the stormwater backflow prevention project contract, a revised fees manual, and two alcohol beverage licenses for Florida Fisherman, Inc. A proposed property acquisition at 545 150th Avenue was discussed but not voted on, with a special meeting scheduled for August 20, 2026.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-07, moving municipal elections to November and extending terms (5-0)
• Approved ITB #26-04 stormwater backflow prevention project to Randall Engineering, $206,610.80 (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-08, revised fees and collection procedures manual (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-09, nonconformances and rebuilding regulations (5-0)
• Approved APB 2026-01, alcohol license for Dolphin Quest II (5-0)
• Approved APB 2026-02, alcohol license for Pirate Ship (5-0)
• Approved AirDNA software subscription, with automatic renewal removed (5-0)
• Approved revision to Redington EMS Station funding agreement (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss and consider five proposed ordinances. These items cover regulations for rebuilding, vegetation, and intersection visibility.

• ORD 2026-09: Nonconformances and rebuilding regulations
• ORD 2026-10: Chapter 106, Vegetation
• ORD 2026-11: Section 110-423 - Intersection Visibility
• ORD 2026-12: Repealing Section 110-670 – Landscaping green area
• Ordinance 2026-13: Chapter 82, Definitions Related to Chapter 106

Board of Commissioners Regular Workshop Meeting

Board of Commissioners Budget Workshop #4

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the FY 2027 budget. This is the fourth workshop dedicated to the budget presentation.

• FY 2027 Budget Workshop #4 Presentation

The Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop to review operating expenses, fund and department budgeted amounts, and the stormwater fee. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session served as a presentation and discussion.

Board of Commissioners Regular Workshop Meeting

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners will review the FY 2027 budget for the Gulf Beaches Public Library and the FY 2027 contract with the Sheriff's Office. Additional items include planning for the Founders Day Celebration, a directory and wayfinding project for John’s Pass Village, and a landscaping plan for Kitty Stewart Park. The meeting also covers several procurement and infrastructure items such as a holiday décor RFP, a marina seawall replacement amendment, and a stormwater backflow prevention project.

• FY 2027 Gulf Beaches Public Library Budget
• FY 2027 Sheriff's Office Contract
• Amendment to RFP No. 26-05 – Marina Seawall Replacement #2 to Include 129th Avenue (Area 5)
• ITB# 26-04 Stormwater Backflow Prevention Project
• Disaster Debris Management Participation Agreement with DRC

The Board of Commissioners discussed several infrastructure and budget items, including a plan for Kitty Stuart Park and holiday lighting repairs. The Commission directed staff to draft an ordinance allowing temporary standalone parking on hurricane-affected lots in C-3 and R-3 zones. They also expressed support for a library budget contribution and a finance consultant contract extension.

• Directed staff to draft temporary parking ordinance for C-3 and R-3 zones (unanimous)
• Indicated unanimous support for $97,765.98 FY 2027 Gulf Beaches Public Library contribution
• Consensus to remove back-in parking violation from proposed fee schedule
• Supported $50,512 contract with USA Voltage for holiday lighting repairs
• Supported extension of Finance Director consultant agreement at $8,800 monthly fee
• Supported amendment to Spieler contract for 129th Avenue seawall replacement
• Approved piggybacking on Pinellas County's updated debris management agreement with DRC
• Rescheduled November meeting to November 18 at 2:00 p.m.

Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on three ordinances: charter amendments regarding election dates and candidate qualifying, vacation of a portion of Fisherman's Alley right-of-way, and the John's Pass Village Hotel Planned Development rezoning (second reading) along with a related development agreement. They will also consider a resolution to impose a moratorium on mobility fee collection, approve minutes from previous meetings, and act on consent items including a city attorney contract renewal and a piggyback agreement with Lake County. Additionally, the board will set the agenda for a future workshop covering topics such as a sheriff's office contract, stormwater fee analysis, and holiday decor proposals.

• Ordinance 2026-07: Charter amendments (election dates, qualifying periods, term transitions, referendum questions) – 1st reading/public hearing
• Ordinance 2026-06: Vacation of right-of-way for a portion of Fisherman's Alley – 2nd reading/public hearing
• Ordinance 2026-05: John's Pass Village Hotel Planned Development rezoning – 2nd reading/public hearing
• John's Pass Village Hotel Planned Development – Development Agreement
• Resolution 2026-06: Moratorium on collection of mobility fee

The Board approved a charter amendment to shift municipal elections to November. They also approved a request to vacate a portion of Fisherman's Alley for a hotel project.

• Approved Agenda (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 2026 (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-07 to shift municipal elections to November (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 to vacate a portion of Fisherman's Alley (4-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider Resolution 2026-06, which proposes a moratorium on the collection of mobility fees and includes an evaluation of impact fees by Kimley-Horn. The commission will also hold discussions on landscaping regulations and nonconformities related to business tax receipt requirements.

• Resolution 2026-06: Moratorium on collection of mobility fee and Kimley-Horn Impact Fee Evaluation
• Discussion of Landscaping Regulations
• Discussion of Nonconformities and Business Tax Receipt Requirements

The Planning Commission approved the rezoning of 1.457 acres for an 87-unit hotel redevelopment. They also recommended approval of the associated development agreement with specific conditions regarding signage and construction timing.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 rezoning (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Johns Pass Village Hotel Development Agreement with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Special Magistrate-Variance/Special Exception Use/Code Enforcement Hearing

This is a Special Magistrate hearing for variance, special exception use, and code enforcement cases. The agenda includes 11 new business items, each a code enforcement case at a specific address. There are also four old business items, including a continuation and affidavits of compliance. Public comment is allowed on non-agenda topics and on agenda items when they arise.

• CE-25-18 at 14225 N Bayshore Dr
• CE-26-59 at 15320 Harbor Dr
• CE-25-186 at 600 Flamingo Dr
• CE-26-34 at 12959 Pelican Ln
• CE-26-44 at 13406 Boca Ciega Ave (continuation)

The Special Magistrate heard multiple code enforcement cases on July 6, 2026, ordering property owners to correct violations by specified deadlines or face daily fines. Fines ranged from $50 to $250 per day, with one property owner fined $87,000 for a past violation. One case was continued to August 24, 2026, and an administrative appeal for a fence waiver was granted.

• Ordered Mihos Living Trust to fix exterior maintenance violations by Sept 4, 2026, or pay $100/day fine
• Ordered Amy Powell to remove or repair dock by Oct 4, 2026, or pay $100/day fine
• Ordered Kadelco LLC to obtain after-the-fact building permit by Aug 5, 2026, or pay $100/day fine
• Ordered Harry Alchin to obtain after-the-fact building permit by Aug 5, 2026, or pay $250/day fine
• Ordered Anna Harper to fix pool fence and exterior violations by Aug 5, 2026, or pay $100/day fine
• Continued Santangelo case to Aug 24, 2026, at city's request
• Fined Shirley McFarlane $87,000 for past violation, payable within 30 days or lien recorded
• Granted administrative waiver for 6-foot fence at 410 Normandy Rd, subject to placement conditions

Civil Service Commission Meeting

The Madeira Beach Civil Service Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, receive an HR report, and discuss the City's Safety & Accident Prevention Manual under old business. The agenda is largely procedural with one substantive review item.

• Review of City of Madeira Beach Safety & Accident Prevention Manual (Old Business)
• HR Report for June 30, 2026
• Approval of April 20, 2026, meeting minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The commission approved the April 2026 meeting minutes and unanimously agreed to share its 2026 progress report with the Board of Commissioners. Staff reported on ongoing hiring for the HR director and building official roles, and confirmed the community communications manager starts July 6. The commission directed immediate implementation of interim safety protocol updates while a comprehensive manual rebuild begins. These staffing and safety changes will affect city employee operations and service coverage for residents.

• Approved April 20, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Unanimously consented to share 2026 progress report with Board of Commissioners
• Directed immediate implementation of interim safety protocol updates
• Set hiring goal for HR director by end of September 2026
• Scheduled next meeting for September 22, 2026

SP 2026 Gulf Major Site Plan Review Neighborhood Meeting - 15227 Gulf Boulevard

This is a neighborhood information meeting for a proposed mixed-use building at 15227 Gulf Boulevard, required before the Local Planning Agency reviews the major site plan. The applicant, St Pete Beach Investments LLC, will present the preliminary development plan, intended uses, and design. Nearby property owners can ask questions about traffic, noise, stormwater, and construction impacts.

• Proposed mixed-use building at 15227 Gulf Boulevard (parcel 09-31-15-00000-240-0900)
• Meeting hosted by David Wonsick, manager of St Pete Beach Investments LLC
• Presentation includes preliminary development plan and visual aids
• Discussion of potential impacts: traffic, parking, noise, lighting, stormwater, environment
• Q&A session for nearby property owners

This neighborhood meeting was informational only; no formal decisions were made. Owner Dave Wonsick presented plans for a mixed-use building with a ground-floor cafe and 11-room boutique hotel at 15227 Gulf Boulevard. Neighbors raised concerns about parking adequacy, potential spillover, and the design of the building's side facing Gulf Boulevard.

Board of Commissioners Regular Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several policy items, including a potential salary increase for commissioners, moving the city's municipal elections from March to November, and a resolution imposing a moratorium on mobility fee collection. The meeting also includes a legislative update from a consultant and consideration of a contract extension for city attorney services. No final votes are expected; the workshop is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Board of Commissioners salary increase
• Discussion on changing March municipal elections to November
• City Attorney services contract extension
• Resolution 2026-06: moratorium on collection of mobility fee and impact fee evaluation
• Nonconformities and business tax receipt requirements

The Board of Commissioners held a regular workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Presenters covered the 2026 state legislative update, including the City's $1M Area 6 road project funding, new state bills affecting local governments, and the potential property tax elimination ballot measure. Commissioners discussed a possible salary increase for themselves and a proposal to move municipal elections from March to November, but took no action on either item.

Board of Commissioners Budget Workshop #3

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners holds its third budget workshop, focusing on a revenue analysis for the upcoming fiscal year 2027. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting to review projected income sources.

• Discussion of FY 2027 revenues analysis

The Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop focused on a fund-by-fund revenue analysis for FY 2027. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the session was solely a discussion of revenue trends, one-time items, and upcoming budget milestones.

Special Magistrate-Variance/Special Exception Use/Code Enforcement Hearing

The Special Magistrate will conduct a hearing to decide on multiple code enforcement cases, variance requests, and a special exception use including new and old business items. Public comment is allowed, and quasi-judicial hearings require advance notice from affected parties.

• AD 2026-02 at 410 Normandy (advertising/land use application)
• VAR 2026-02 at 13301 Gulf Lane (variance request)
• 2026.015 at 350 BOCA CIEGA DR (new business item)
• CE-26-37 at 230 146TH AVE (code enforcement case)
• CE-25-167 at 515 129TH AVE E (affidavit of non-compliance, old business)

The Special Magistrate granted a variance (VAR 2026-02) to allow rebuilding at 13301 Gulf Lane with reduced setbacks, including front yard from 20' to 3'4", after catastrophic loss from Hurricane Helene. Conditions included roof overhang limits, drainage design, and demolition permit by Sept. 20, 2026. Separately, the Magistrate imposed a fine and certified a lien for repeat vegetation code violations at 350 Boca Ciega Dr. (Case 2026.015), with no respondent appearance.

• Granted variance to reduce front setback to 3'4", north side setback to 3', south side corner lot setback to 3', and cross visibility area by 20'11" for 13301 Gulf Lane (conditions applied)
• Ordered demolition permit for at-grade structure at 13301 Gulf Lane be applied for by Sept. 20, 2026
• Imposed fine and certified lien against Happy Horse LLC TRE and Robin Trust for code violations at 350 Boca Ciega Dr. (Sec. 14-68 - vegetation maintenance)

Board of Commissioners Strategic Plan Public Workshop (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM)

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public workshop to review strategic plan inputs, confirm policy priorities, rank major initiatives, and provide direction for the final strategic plan action table. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the session is intended for discussion and staff guidance. Public comment is invited on non-agenda topics.

• Review strategic plan inputs and confirm policy priorities
• Rank major initiatives and provide direction for final action table
• Public comment period for non-agenda topics

The Board of Commissioners held a public workshop to establish a framework for capital investments and long-term planning. Participants identified infrastructure, environmental health, and maintenance as core focus categories. The City will now focus on a one-year action plan and the redevelopment of the 555 150th Avenue property.

• Identified infrastructure, environmental health, and maintenance as core strategic pillars
• Identified 555 150th Avenue property as a pivotal redevelopment opportunity
• Determined focus on developing a one-year action plan

Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone 555 150th Avenue from Planned Development to Marine Commercial (C-4). They also have first readings on a right-of-way vacation for Fisherman's Alley and a rezoning for the John's Pass Village Hotel. Consent items include the purchase of a 2026 Ford F550 dump truck and an interlocal agreement for NPDES MS4 permit cost-sharing. Agenda setting includes discussion of a potential moratorium on mobility fees.

• Ordinance 2026-03: second reading and public hearing to rezone 555 150th Avenue to C-4 Marine Commercial
• Ordinance 2026-06: first reading and public hearing to vacate a portion of Fisherman's Alley
• Ordinance 2026-05: first reading and public hearing to rezone John's Pass Village Hotel as Planned Development
• Approval of piggyback contract for Duncan Drive roadway and stormwater improvements in Area 5
• Resolution 2026-06: moratorium on mobility fees (discussion item)

The Board of Commissioners approved four ordinances and the consent agenda. The most significant action was the first reading and adoption of Ordinance 2026-05, rezoning property for the John's Pass Village Hotel as a Planned Development. Also approved were a rezoning at 555 150th Avenue to C-4 Marine Commercial, the vacation of a portion of Fisherman's Alley with a waived privilege fee, and several consent items including a dump truck purchase.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0) including 2026 Ford F550 dump truck purchase, NPDES MS4 permit interlocal agreement, and hearing officers
• Approved Ordinance 2026-03 rezoning 555 150th Avenue to C-4 Marine Commercial (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-06 vacation of Fisherman's Alley right-of-way with privilege fee waiver and advanced to second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 rezoning 214 Boardwalk Place East as John's Pass Village Hotel Planned Development (5-0)
• Approved five sets of meeting minutes from May 2026 (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting (Revised)

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-05, rezoning for the John's Pass Village Hotel Planned Development, and will consider the associated Development Agreement. They will also discuss Ordinance 2026-06, which would vacate a portion of Fisherman's Alley. A previously scheduled item on low-density vacation rental zoning (Ordinance 2026-04) has been postponed at the applicant's request.

• Ordinance 2026-04, Low Density Vacation Rental zoning – postponed by applicant
• John's Pass Village Hotel Planned Development (PD) Development Agreement – new business
• Ordinance 2026-05, John's Pass Village Hotel PD Rezoning – public hearing
• Ordinance 2026-06, Vacation of Right-of-Way – portion of Fisherman's Alley – commission discussion

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of Ordinance 2026-05 to rezone 1.457 acres for the Johns Pass Village Hotel. The commission also unanimously recommended approving the associated development agreement, attaching conditions for specific signage and construction timetable clarification. The development agreement will proceed to a Board of Commissioners public hearing on July 8, 2026. Commissioners discussed vacating a portion of Fisherman’s Alley right-of-way but took no vote.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2026-05 for Johns Pass Village Hotel rezoning (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Johns Pass Village Hotel development agreement with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed vacation of Fisherman’s Alley right-of-way without a vote

Board of Commissioners Special Meeting

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners will consider approving a contract with Speeler Companies for marina seawall replacement and Tom & Kitty Stuart Park seawall improvements. They will also consider a first amendment to the city manager's employment agreement. Public comment is invited before decisions.

• Approval of RFP 26-05 and contract with Speeler Companies for Marina Seawall Replacement and Tom & Kitty Stuart Park Seawall Improvements
• First Amendment to City Manager's Employment Agreement

The Board unanimously approved a $209,850 contract with Speeler Companies for seawall replacements at the Marina and Tom & Kitty Stuart Park, funded through the Marina and Archibald Park funds. They also unanimously approved the first amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement.

• Approved RFP 26-05 and contract with Speeler Companies for marina and park seawall improvements (Option 2 concrete block walls) for $209,850 (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to City Manager's employment agreement (5-0)

Board of Commissioners Budget Workshop #2

The Board of Commissioners holds a budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2027 budget. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of the budget, with public comment allowed. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed; the item is purely informational and deliberative.

• Discussion of FY 2027 Budget Workshop #2 Presentation

The commissioners and staff presented the preliminary FY 2027 capital improvement plan and related budget items. Discussion covered fire‑EMS gear, the John’s Pass jetty sidewalk, the Public Works facility, Lost Fund constraints, and several fund‑specific projects. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the workshop.

Board of Commissioners Regular Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss changing the city's municipal elections from March to November, along with first readings of ordinances on vacation rental zoning and the John's Pass Village Hotel project. Other items include a bid award for seawall replacement and road improvements, and recognition forms.

• Discussion on changing municipal elections from March to November
• Ordinance 2026-04: Zoning establishing Division 6 – Low Density Vacation Rental
• Ordinance 2026-05 and 2026-06: John's Pass Village Hotel Planned Development Rezoning and right-of-way vacation of Fisherman’s Alley
• Approval of RFP 26-05 Bid Award to Speeler Companies for Marina Seawall Replacement and Tom & Kitty Stuart Park Seawall Improvements
• Approval to piggyback off City of Belleair Bluffs contract for Area 5 roadway and drainage improvements

The Board directed staff to draft a charter amendment ordinance for a referendum to move municipal elections from March to November. The Commission set a hearing schedule for the John’s Pass Village Hotel application and directed the City Attorney to place a proposed vacation rental zoning ordinance on the next regular agenda for a public hearing. The election change would shift voting dates and extend current commissioner terms, while the zoning and hotel applications will proceed through standard public review.

• Directed drafting of charter amendment for November election referendum
• Set June and July hearing schedule for John’s Pass Village Hotel application
• Directed placing Ordinance 2026-04 on regular agenda for first public hearing
• Approved moving hearing officer agreements to next regular meeting for formal approval
• Directed City Manager to complete GrantWorks contract review within a week
• Directed finalizing resident recognition and appreciation forms

Board of Commissioners Special Meeting (for a Shade Meeting)

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to immediately recess into a closed (out-of-sunshine) session to discuss the pending litigation Clifford Smith, Jr. vs City of Madeira Beach. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session for lawsuit Clifford Smith, Jr. vs City of Madeira Beach, Case No.19-8396-CI

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to recess for a non-public session. The session addressed the case of Clifford Smith, Jr. vs City of Madeira Beach. The public meeting reconvened after the out-of-sunshine meeting was terminated.

• Recessed meeting for an out-of-sunshine session regarding Case No.19-8396-Cl

Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

The board will hold a first reading and public hearing on Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone 555 150th Avenue from Planned Development to Marine Commercial. They will also consider consent items including grants for resilience and stormwater, a parking study contract, and a budget amendment. Additionally, they will hear the FY 2025 financial audit results and set the agenda for a future workshop on topics like election changes, vacation rentals, and seawall replacement.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-03 rezoning 555 150th Avenue from PD to C-4 (Marine Commercial)
• Presentation of FY 2025 Financial Statement Audit Results
• Consent: FDEP Resilient Florida Grant and Stormwater Resiliency Grant acceptance
• Resolution 2026-03: FY 2026 Budget Amendment #1
• Parking Study Contract with ADEAS Q

The Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning from Planned Development to Marine Commercial for the property at 555 150th Avenue. They also adopted a budget amendment to include an $18,000,000 appropriation for the purchase of that same property. Additionally, several grant-related items and policy updates were approved.

• Approved Agenda (5-0)
• Approved 2026-04-08, 2026-04-21, 2026-04-29 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved FDEP Resilient Grant for Vulnerability update and Adaptation plan (5-0)
• Approved FDEP Grant No. L0253 Stormwater Resiliency Project (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-03 rezoning 555 150th Avenue to C-4 Marine Commercial (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-02 amending the BOC Policy Handbook (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-03 FY 2026 Budget Amendment #1 for $18M property purchase (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone 555 150th Avenue from Planned Development (PD) to Marine Commercial (C-4). They will also review a major site plan for 503 150th Avenue and consider approving the February 2026 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone 555 150th Avenue from PD to C-4 (Marine Commercial)
• Review of SP 2026-02 Major Site Plan for 503 150th Avenue
• Approval of February 2026 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request to return 555 150th Avenue to C-4 Marine Commercial classification. They also approved a major site plan for a replacement Public Works building at 503 150th Avenue subject to specific staff conditions.

• Approved February 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-03 rezoning 555 150th Avenue to C-4 Marine Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved SP 2026-02 major site plan for Public Works building at 503 150th Avenue with staff conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Regular Workshop Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a rezoning of 555 150th Avenue from Planned Development to Marine Commercial (C-4) and discuss a new property purchase at the same address. Other business includes a holiday decor RFP, renewal of a CDBG cooperation agreement, a rip tide simulator grant, and updates on Johns Pass dredging and a parking garage feasibility study.

• Ordinance 2026-03: rezoning 555 150th Avenue from PD to C-4 (Marine Commercial)
• Direction on new property purchase at 555 150th Avenue, including water survey for building docs
• RFP #26-02 for holiday decor services
• Approval of Florida DCF grant for a rip tide simulator
• FDEP Resilient Florida Grant discussion for vulnerability update and adaptation plan

The Board directed staff to draft an ordinance removing the penalty for lacking a Business Tax Receipt at the time of a disaster, which currently prevents owners of damaged nonconforming duplexes and quadplexes from rebuilding. Staff will also return with two holiday decor proposals—one with solar options and one with receptacle repairs—for comparison. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop focused on giving direction to staff.

• Directed staff to draft ordinance language to remove the BTR absence penalty for properties damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, while keeping the BTR requirement going forward (consensus)
• Directed staff to return with two comparable holiday decor proposals from Holiday Outdoor Decor: one with solar options and one combining non-solar decorations with estimated electrical receptacle repair costs (consensus)
• Agreed to make technical corrections to the BOC Policy Handbook, updating Government in the Sunshine Manual citations to the 2025 edition (consensus)

Board of Commissioners Budget Workshop #1

The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners will hold Budget Workshop #1 for FY 2027. The meeting includes public comment and discussion of the upcoming fiscal year budget. No specific budget figures or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of FY 2027 Budget Workshop #1

The Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop to establish a financial baseline using FY 2025 audited statements. No formal votes or budget approvals were made; the session focused on reviewing fund balances, hurricane-related expenditures, and enterprise fund performance.

Neighborhood Information Meeting - Major site Plan Review SP 2026-02, Madeira Beach Public Works Building

The City of Madeira Beach is holding a neighborhood information meeting to present and discuss the major site plan review (SP 2026-02) for a proposed Public Works Building at 503 150th Avenue. City staff will present the site plan and structure elevation, followed by a question-and-answer session. This meeting is a required step before the Planning Commission considers the application.

• Major site plan review SP 2026-02 for a Public Works Building at 503 150th Ave, Madeira Beach, FL 33708 (parcel 09-31-15-00000-140-0300)
• Meeting on April 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM in Commission Chambers, 300 Municipal Drive
• Livestreamed and archived on the city's YouTube channel
• Notice mailed to property owners within 300 feet and posted on the property
• City contact: Andrew Morris, Long Range Planner

The City of Madeira Beach held a neighborhood information meeting on April 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM to present the proposed Public Works building, its flood‑resilient design, and operational details. Attendees included Public Works Director Megan Wepfer, architects Chuck Barrett and Michael Beeble, and community member John Lipa who expressed support. The project will be reviewed by the Planning Commission, after which permitting, bidding, and contract execution are planned. No formal decisions or votes were taken at this meeting.

Hurricane Preparedness Expo 2026

The City of Madeira Beach is hosting a Hurricane Preparedness Expo on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at City Hall. The event features guest speakers, vendors, and educational displays to help residents prepare for hurricane season.

• Guest speaker Greg Dee from ABC Action News
• Emergency Access Passes available
• Hurricane Home Improvement Vendors
• Educational Displays on storm preparation

The April 25, 2026 Hurricane Preparedness Expo was an informational event where city staff distributed emergency planning resources and answered public questions about storm readiness. No council votes, funding approvals, or regulatory changes were recorded in these minutes. The event provides Madeira Beach residents with official guidance on updating supply kits, monitoring alert systems, and coordinating evacuation and recovery steps before hurricane season begins.

Board of Commissioners Special Meeting - City Manager Employment Agreement - Michael Helfrich

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve a City Manager Employment Agreement for Michael Helfrich. Public comment will be taken before the agenda item is addressed.

• City Manager Employment Agreement for Michael Helfrich

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a three-year employment agreement for Michael Helfrich as City Manager, with a starting salary of $185,000 and a start date of April 22, 2026. The agreement includes a six-month probationary period, after which salary increases to $190,000, plus benefits including health insurance, vacation, vehicle allowance, and severance terms. The vote was 5-0.

• Approved Michael Helfrich's city manager employment agreement (5-0)

Civil Service Commission Meeting

The Madeira Beach Civil Service Commission will consider employee safety and incident-response protocols, a revised drug-free workplace policy, and the Safety and Accident Prevention Manual. The commission will also discuss hearing officer agreements and revisit a standardized approach to exit interviews for voluntary resignations.

• Employee Safety and Incident-Response Protocols
• City of Madeira Beach Drug-Free Workplace Policy (revised 02-27-2007 through Res 07.06)
• City of Madeira Beach Safety and Accident Prevention Manual
• Hearing Officer Agreements
• Revisit - Exit Interview for Voluntary Resignations - Developing a standardized approach

The commission approved the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0). No substantive decisions were made; all other agenda items—including employee safety protocols, an outdated drug-free workplace policy, hearing officer agreements, and a safety manual—were discussed but either referred to staff or tabled for future action.

• Approved Dec 2, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)