Indian Shores public meetings in 2023
50 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
PLANNING, ZONING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Planning, Zoning and Building Committee is reviewing a request to amend a subdivisional parcel plat. The proposal seeks to change the property at 18455 Gulf Blvd. from one parcel into nine parcels.
- Public hearing for a plat amendment request at 18455 Gulf Blvd. (old Duke Energy property) to create nine parcels
- Building Official recommendation to approve the nine-lot plat based on historical development patterns
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a new design for town street signs, a vehicle purchase for the Building Department, and an FDOT project to repave Gulf Boulevard. The council will also consider adopting Pinellas County's Vulnerability Study to potentially achieve a CRS 5 rating. No final decisions are being made at this workshop.
- Discussion on new Town street signs design, with a quote from SignStar for $24,565.00 for 341 signs and installation
- Discussion on vehicle purchase for the Building Department
- Discussion on FDOT project to repave Gulf Boulevard from 183rd Terrace W. to 192 Avenue, starting early 2024
- Discussion on adoption of Pinellas County's Vulnerability Study to potentially obtain a CRS 5 rating
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Town Council will consider several contracts, including the March 2024 municipal election and new street signs. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a property subdivision amendment at 18455 Gulf Blvd.
- Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections contract for March 19, 2024, municipal elections
- Public hearing for subdivisional parcel amendment at 18455 Gulf Blvd.
- Authorization of $38,000 for a 36kW Mobile Diesel Generator
- SignStar proposal of $24,565.00 for 34 new Town street signs
- Contract for Duval Landscape, LLC to maintain peanut grass at Tiki Gardens
Town Library
The Library Board will review the 2021-2022 Annual Report and discuss potential Saturday operating hours. Members will also consider participating in the St. Patrick’s Day Festival and scheduling a 60th Anniversary volunteer dinner.
- Review of Indian Shores Library Annual Report 2021-2022
- Discussion of Saturday library hours
- Decision on St. Patrick’s Day Festival participation (hot dogs, wine, and green beer)
- Review of 2024 Read & Feed book suggestions
- Scheduling of Library Volunteer Appreciation dinner and 60th Anniversary celebration
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider filling two council member vacancies. The options are appointment effective April 9, 2024, or a ballot for the March 19, 2024, election. The agenda also includes public comments and council comments. The meeting is otherwise procedural.
- Discussion and consideration of filling two Council Member vacancies by appointment effective April 9, 2024, or by ballot for the March 19, 2024, election
PLANNING, ZONING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Planning, Zoning and Building Committee is reviewing a request to change the property at 18455 Gulf Blvd from one to nine parcels. The body will also hold a public hearing for a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Town's Comprehensive Plan.
- Subdivisional parcel (plat) amendment request for 18455 Gulf Blvd (old Duke Energy property) to create nine parcels
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2023-06 to amend the Town of Indian Shores Comprehensive Plan
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council will consider approving a subdivision plat amendment to divide the property at 18455 Gulf Blvd. (old Duke Energy property) from one parcel into nine. The council will also hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment (Ordinance 2023-06), two resolutions declaring surplus property, and consider other items like a new legal services contract and terminating the SAFEbuilt contract.
- Subdivision plat amendment for 18455 Gulf Blvd. from 1 to 9 parcels
- Public hearing: Ordinance 2023-06 amending the Comprehensive Plan
- Public hearings: Resolutions 19-2023 and 20-2023 declaring property surplus
- Agreement with Johnson Jackson PLLC for labor/employment legal services
- Consideration of terminating contract with SAFEbuilt effective Dec. 14, 2023
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss the lack of landscaping plans for the medians by the Park Blvd. bridge entrance. The agenda also includes planning for the 2024 St. Patrick's Day Festival and future holiday parties for town staff and volunteers, along with public and council comments.
- Discussion on lack of landscaping plans for medians by Park Blvd. bridge entrance
- Planning discussion for 2024 St. Patrick's Day Festival
- Discussion on future holiday parties for Town Staff and volunteers
- Public comments on any subject (4-minute limit)
- Council members' comments on any subject
SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARINGS
The Indian Shores Special Magistrate will hold a code enforcement hearing to determine whether Christy Mandeville violated the town's parking prohibitions (Section 70-38) at 191st Avenue East on September 27, 2023. The respondent contests citation No. 11260, arguing no signs were posted. The magistrate may sustain or dismiss the citation and could impose administrative costs if sustained.
- Code Enforcement Case No. 231S-00013: Town of Indian Shores vs. Christy Mandeville
- Alleged violation: Sec. 70-38 Parking Prohibitions at 191st Avenue East/Gulf Blvd.
- Parking citation No. 11260 issued September 27, 2023
- Fine amounts per Sec. 70-38: $50 for most violations, $250 for disabled parking
- Hearing at 10:00 A.M., 4th Floor Council Chambers, 19305 Gulf Boulevard
POLICE PENSION BOARD
The Indian Shores Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees is holding its quarterly meeting to review investment performance, discuss a drafted pension plan ordinance, and consider routine consent items including payment ratifications and benefit registers. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new policy decisions listed.
- Quarterly investment report as of September 30, 2023
- Updated Investment Policy Statement
- Drafted pension plan ordinance
- Payment ratification for warrants #56 and #57
- Benefit payment registers for July-September 2023
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is meeting to consider several routine and operational items, including approving the consent agenda, a $44,560.45 truck purchase for Public Services, and a Duke Energy LED lighting proposal. The agenda also includes a presentation on the NPDES program, a report on a police promotion, and a request to use the community center for a holiday party. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy changes or public hearings scheduled.
- Consideration of 2023 F-150 4x4 Supercrew truck for Public Services at $44,560.45
- Duke Energy Direct Efficiency Proposal for LED lighting upgrade
- Presentation of 2023 Mayor John Land Years of Service Award to Council Member William F. Smith
- Request from Indian Shores Property Owners Association to hold Christmas Party in Community Center on Dec. 4, 2023
- Memorandum on qualification requirements for March 19, 2024 Municipal Election for Mayor
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss Duke Energy's Direct Efficiency program, which proposes a 7-year, no-upfront-cost LED lighting upgrade funded by energy savings. They will also discuss crafting an ordinance for Town Board and Committee member composition and compensation, and consider omitting large capital improvement items from future agendas to streamline meetings.
- Discussion on Duke Energy Direct Efficiency program with $65,086 projected program cost and $49,865 net savings over 10 years
- Discussion on crafting ordinance for Town Board and Committee member composition and compensation resolution
- Discussion to omit previously approved and budgeted large Capital Improvement items from future agendas
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council will hold public hearings to adopt the final ad valorem millage rate of 1.8700 mills and the final FY 2023/2024 budget of $6,238,374. The council will also consider a resolution declaring no town-owned property is available for affordable housing, approve a consent agenda, and discuss a police accreditation celebration and volunteer holiday party.
- Adopt final millage rate of 1.8700 mills per $1,000 assessed valuation (Resolution 16-2023)
- Adopt final FY 2023/2024 budget of $6,238,374 (Resolution 17-2023)
- Resolution 18-2023 declaring no town-owned real property available for affordable housing
- Approve up to $1,500 for Police Department Accreditation celebration on October 17, 2023
- Proclamations for October Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Town Council will hold public hearings to adopt a tentative ad valorem millage rate of 1.8700 mills and a tentative budget of $6,238,374 for FY 2023/2024. The council will also consider second readings of ordinances to prohibit shark fishing on beaches and increase parking fines to $100, plus approve police vehicle purchases and playground equipment. A second budget hearing is scheduled for September 25, 2023.
- Tentative millage rate 1.8700 mills on $1,475,638,347 assessed valuation
- Tentative budget $6,238,374 (General, Road and Bridge, Capital Improvement Funds)
- Ordinance 2023-04: prohibit shark fishing along beaches and Government Channel shore
- Ordinance 2023-05: increase parking fines to $100
- Police vehicle purchases: replace Chevy Colorado and totaled Ford F150 Responder
SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARINGS
The Indian Shores Special Magistrate will hold a code enforcement hearing on September 12, 2023, to determine whether LP-Sunburst Inn, LLC violated the Town's Floodplain Management Ordinance, Building Code Ordinance, and Florida Building Code at 19204 Gulf Boulevard. The magistrate may impose fines up to $250 per day per violation if violations are not corrected. The agenda includes only this single enforcement case and standard procedural items.
- Code Enforcement Case No. 231S-00012 against LP-Sunburst Inn, LLC for violations at 19204 Gulf Blvd.
- Alleged violations of Floodplain Management Ordinance, Town Building Code Ordinance, and Florida Building Code
- Potential fines up to $250 per day per violation if not corrected
- Hearing before Special Magistrate Randol Mora, Esq. at Indian Shores Municipal Center
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Town Council is hosting a Pinellas County Shore Protection Meeting on September 8, 2023, at the 4th Floor Community Center. The meeting is open to the public, but seating is limited and reserved for officials. Metered parking will be suspended during the meeting.
- Public meeting on shore protection
- Limited seating with reserved seats for Beach and County Officials
- Metered parking suspended during meeting
- Location: 4th Floor Community Center, 19305 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, FL
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider declaring a State of Local Emergency in response to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Idalia. The agenda also includes public comment periods and approval of the meeting agenda itself.
- Declaration of a State of Local Emergency for the Town of Indian Shores regarding Tropical Storm/Hurricane Idalia
- Comments from the public on any agenda item
- Citizens' comments on any subject
- Mayor's and Council Members' comments on any subject
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a first reading of a shark fishing ban along town beaches and the Government Channel, and an increase in parking fines to $100. The council will also discuss the FY 2023-2024 budget, including the purchase of an excavator and a police sign board, and consider agreements for legal services, parking revenue, and law enforcement services.
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-04 to prohibit shark fishing along town beaches and the Government Channel in the Narrows
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-05 to increase parking fines to $100
- Consideration of including $38,000 excavator and $35,000 sign board in FY 2023-2024 budget
- Consideration of Fourth Amendment to Tiki Gardens Parking Interlocal Agreement to retain up to $12,186.70 for landscaping
- Consideration of extending Redington Shores law enforcement agreement to September 30, 2031
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Town Council will review updated preliminary FY 2022/2023 budget considerations and discuss the top two ranked firms for RFP #2023-01 for specialized labor and employment counsel services. They will also discuss crafting an ordinance on board/committee composition and compensation, and plan for the Sunday Morning Market and Christmas party.
- Review of updated Preliminary FY 2022/2023 Budget Considerations
- Discussion on top two ranked firms (Johnson Jackson and Bryant Miller Olive) for RFP #2023-01 for Specialized Labor and Employment Counsel Services
- Discussion on crafting an ordinance establishing board/committee composition and resolution for member compensation
- Planning for November 2023 – April 2024 Sunday Morning Market season
- Planning for Town Staff and Volunteer 2023 Christmas Party
SPECIAL MAGISTRATE HEARINGS
The Indian Shores Special Magistrate will hold public hearings on three code enforcement cases: swimming pool violations at Aloha Towers (19627 Gulf Blvd.), unpermitted washer/dryer installation at Gulf Shores Condominium (18650 Gulf Blvd.), and floodplain/building code violations at LP-Sunburst Inn (19204 Gulf Blvd.). Fines up to $250 per day per violation may be imposed if violations are not corrected.
- Case 2023-03: Aloha Towers pool violations (missing weir door, pressure gauge, rules sign, maintenance log)
- Case 231S-00010: Gulf Shores Condo unpermitted clothes washer and dryer installation
- Case 231S-00012: LP-Sunburst Inn floodplain and building code violations
- Hearings begin at 10:00 a.m. at Indian Shores Municipal Center, 4th Floor
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes
POLICE PENSION BOARD
The Indian Shores Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees is holding its quarterly meeting to discuss and potentially act on the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, approve minutes, and receive reports from the investment manager and board attorney. The agenda includes routine items such as payment ratification and fund activity reports, as well as updates on state filings and educational opportunities. No major policy decisions are listed beyond the budget and meeting dates.
- Proposed FY 2023-2024 budget
- Quarterly investment report as of June 30, 2023
- House Bill 3 memorandum from board attorney
- Payment ratification for warrants #54 and #55
- Proposed 2024 meeting dates
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a special meeting to set the property tax millage rate, reconsider a previously approved 6.3% cost-of-living adjustment, and consider staffing additions. They will also discuss a proposed public services storage building and updates to the Sunday Morning Market agreement. The meeting includes public comment periods.
- Consensus to submit 1.8700 millage rate to Pinellas County by August 1 deadline
- Reconsideration of 6.3% COLA approved 2-1 on July 11, 2023
- Proposed staffing: PT Recreation Coordinator $17,500, FT Assistant Building Clerk $40,106, FTE Public Services employee $16,000
- Public Services Storage Building at proposed cost of $69,064.59
- Town Attorney updates to Sunday Morning Market agreement for Nov 2023-Apr 2024 season
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss and reach consensus on the previously approved 6.3% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for non-union employees, based on the December 2022 CPI-W. They will also review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2023/2024, including the General Fund, Road and Bridge, and Capital Improvement budgets, and discuss proposed staffing additions. The meeting is a discussion and planning session, not a final vote on the budget.
- Discussion on 6.3% COLA for non-union employees, approved 2-1 on July 11, 2023
- Proposed staffing: PT Recreation Coordinator $17,500, FT Assistant Building Clerk $40,106, PT Public Services employee $16,000
- Review of tentative General Fund, Road and Bridge, and Capital Improvement budgets for FY 2023/2024
- Planning for Sunday Morning Market season (November 2023 – April 2024)
- Review of millage rate history and insurance costs
ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Administrative and Finance Committee will consider recommending a 7.1% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for all non-union employees for the FY 2023/2024 budget, based on the December 2022 CPI-W of 6.3% plus the 0.8% difference from the prior year. The committee will also approve the meeting agenda and consent agenda, including minutes from July 26, 2022. Public comments are limited to 4 minutes.
- Proposed 7.1% COLA for non-union employees for FY 2023/2024
- Approval of consent agenda including July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
- Public comments on agenda items and any subject
- Committee members' comments
ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Administrative and Finance Committee discussed and recommended a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) range of 5% to 7.1% for the upcoming fiscal year budget, based on the Consumer Price Index and local market comparisons. The recommendation will go to the Town Council for final decision. The meeting also approved the consent agenda, including prior minutes.
- Recommended COLA range of 5%-7.1% for FY 2023/2024 budget
- Discussed $119,000 budget amendment for salary adjustments from 2022 salary study
- Approved consent agenda including minutes from July 26, 2022
- Noted neighboring Redington Shores proposed 7.1% increase
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council will consider a cost-of-living adjustment based on the CPI-W, a 4% rate increase for Building Department services under the M.T. Causley agreement, and an amendment to the Tiki Gardens agreement allowing the Town to deduct parking revenue for peanut grass installation. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, recurring expenses, and the May 2023 financial statement, along with reports from the Town Attorney, Fire Chief, and Police Chief.
- Consideration of COLA based on CPI-W ending December 31, 2022, for FY 2023/2024 budget
- Amendment Four to M.T. Causley, LLC Professional Services Agreement for 4% rate increase for Building Department services
- Proposed amendment to Tiki Gardens agreement for Pinellas County to allow Town to deduct parking revenue for peanut grass installation
- Approval of Financial Statement for period ending May 2023
- Consent agenda includes June 2023 recurring expenses and June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to hear a presentation on the anticipated insurance increase for fiscal year 2023/24 from Brown & Brown, and to plan the upcoming Sunday Morning Market season (November 2023–April 2024). The agenda also includes public comments and approval of the workshop agenda itself.
- Presentation on anticipated insurance increase for FY23/24 by Michelle Martin of Brown & Brown
- Planning discussion for November 2023–April 2024 Sunday Morning Market season
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes
Town Library
The Indian Shores Town Library Board will meet to approve its input to the Town budget and decide on parking guidance for nonresident volunteers and library visitors. The board will also consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from January and March 2023. No committee reports or unfinished business are listed.
- Consolidate and approve library input to Town budget
- Provide parking guidance for nonresident volunteers, library visitors with a pass, and library visitors without a pass
- Approve meeting minutes of January 13 and March 28, 2023
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving the agenda, hear public comments, and receive a presentation of the Town's Annual Financial Report (AFR) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2022, from CPA Zach Chalifour of James Moore & Co. The report includes an unmodified audit opinion, no internal control comments, and compliance with specified statutes. The meeting also includes citizens' and council members' comments before adjournment.
- Presentation of Annual Financial Report for FY 2022 by Zach Chalifour, CPA
- General Fund balance increased to $4,104,086 as of 9/30/2022
- Assigned/unassigned fund balance at 113.0% of 2022 expenditures, above GFOA recommendation
- Police pension plan funded at 111.70%, down from 141.42% prior year
- Full ~$735K ARPA grant award recognized in general fund
POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Indian Shores Police Department will conduct contract negotiations on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. The meeting will take place on the 4th Floor of the Indian Shores Municipal Center at 19305 Gulf Blvd., Indian Shores, FL. This is a notice of the negotiation session.
- Contract negotiations for the police department
- Meeting at Indian Shores Municipal Center, 19305 Gulf Blvd.
PLANNING, ZONING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Planning, Zoning and Building Committee will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to reconsider a site plan review for a 9-unit, five-story-over-parking multi-family residence at 19738 Gulf Boulevard. The item was tabled from the May 9 meeting because rear setback dimensions were not indicated on the drawings. The committee will decide whether to approve the plan based on revised materials.
- Site plan review for Ocean 9, LLC (CEO Kirit Shah) at 19738 Gulf Boulevard, Parcel ID # 24-30-14-42912-003-0100
- Proposed 9-unit multi-family residence, five stories over parking
- Independent review by Land & Water Engineering Science recommends approval, noting rear setback of 29.38 ft from CCCL exceeds 18 ft requirement
- Public hearing continued from May 9, 2023, due to missing rear setback dimensions
- Approval of meeting agenda and May 9, 2023 minutes
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council and Planning, Zoning and Building Committee will hold a workshop to consider approving the agenda, hear public comments, and receive a presentation from the Pinellas County Floodplain Administrator on the Pinellas County Vulnerability Study. The meeting is primarily informational, with no formal decisions expected beyond agenda approval.
- Presentation on Pinellas County Vulnerability Study by Pinellas County Floodplain Administrator
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes per person
- Workshop agenda approval
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop meeting with a single agenda item: a presentation on the Florida Sunshine Law. This is an informational session, not a decision-making meeting, and no votes or public hearings are scheduled.
- Sunshine Law presentation
PLANNING, ZONING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Planning, Zoning and Building Committee will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to consider a site plan review request from Ocean 9, LLC to build a nine-unit, five-story-over-parking multi-family residence at 19738 Gulf Boulevard. The committee will also vote on approving the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting. Staff reports recommend approval of the site plan.
- Site plan review for 9-unit, 5-story-over-parking condo at 19738 Gulf Blvd. (Parcel ID 24-30-14-42912-003-0100)
- Approval of minutes from March 15, 2023 meeting
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes
- Quasi-judicial hearing with oath administered to staff
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council and Planning, Zoning and Building Committee are holding a workshop to discuss agenda items, including a review of the Land Development Code and revised metered parking regulations for Town Hall and 197th Avenue East. Public comments are limited to 4 minutes per person. The meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at the Indian Shores Municipal Center.
- Land Development Code Review
- Discussion on revised metered parking regulations for Town Hall and 197th Avenue East
- Public comments on any agenda item (4-minute limit)
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding public hearings on a proposed 9-unit multi-family residence at 19738 Gulf Boulevard, a temporary juvenile curfew ordinance, and new ordinances on secured facilities, beach weddings, and special events. They will also consider resolutions on decorum rules, dissolving completed committees, and declaring a police vehicle surplus. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda approval, financial statements, and reports from staff.
- Site plan review for 9-unit multi-family residence at 19738 Gulf Boulevard
- Second reading of Ordinance 2023-01: temporary juvenile curfew (expires July 16, 2023)
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-02: secured facilities ordinance for town-owned property
- First reading of Ordinance 2023-03: special events and weddings on the beach
- Resolution to declare 2016 Dodge Charger as surplus property
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for employee payroll, as recommended by the town's audit firm, James Moore. The agenda also includes public comments and council member comments. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Consideration of Council approval to utilize ARPA funds for employee payroll as presented by James Moore
- Public comments on agenda items and any subject
- Council members' comments
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council held a special meeting to approve using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for employee payroll, as recommended by the audit firm to meet a Treasury reporting deadline. They also approved an interlocal agreement with the Belleair Police Department for additional off-duty officers during Beach Week around the 4th of July, at a rate of $65 per hour for Belleair officers and $50 per hour overtime for ISPD officers. The meeting was procedural, with no public comments.
- Approved use of ARPA funds for employee payroll to comply with Treasury reporting due April 28, 2023
- Approved interlocal agreement with Belleair Police Department for Beach Week support
- Off-duty rate: $65/hour for Belleair officers; $50/hour overtime for ISPD officers
- ARPA funds cannot be used to reduce millage rate
- Meeting held at Indian Shores Municipal Center, 4th Floor
POLICE PENSION BOARD
The Indian Shores Police Officers' Pension Board of Trustees is holding its quarterly meeting. The board will approve minutes and payments, and hear reports from the plan actuary, investment manager, and attorney. A key item is an actuarial cost study on benefit rate and vesting eligibility. The meeting is largely procedural, with no new business listed.
- Actuarial cost study on benefit rate and vesting eligibility
- Quarterly investment report as of March 31, 2023
- Payment ratification for warrants #52 and #53
- Fund activity report for January 13 – April 13, 2023
- FPPTA 39th Annual Conference, June 25-28, Orlando, FL
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council will hold the first reading of Ordinance No. 2023-01, which would create a temporary juvenile curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., expiring at midnight on July 16, 2023. The council will also consider the target police budget for FY 2023/2024, approve the consent agenda, and hear reports from staff and officials.
- First reading of Ordinance No. 2023-01: temporary juvenile curfew, fines up to $500 for youth and parents
- Consideration of Target Police Budget for FY 2023/2024
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes and recurring expenses for March 2023
- Proclamation designating April 30 – May 6, 2023 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week
- Correspondence on Gulf Boulevard Sidewalk Project easements and parking concerns near 197th Avenue
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council approved the first reading of a temporary juvenile curfew ordinance for Beach Week, set to expire July 16, 2023. The council also approved a resolution appointing a member to Forward Pinellas, a target police budget, and various board assignments. Public comments focused on opposition to metered parking on 197th Avenue East and at Town Hall.
- First reading of Ordinance No. 2023-01, a temporary juvenile curfew for Beach Week, passed 4-1 (Councilor Petruccelli opposed, suggesting 12 P.M. instead of 10 P.M.)
- Resolution No. 07-2023 appointing Redington Beach Mayor David Will to Forward Pinellas, passed 5-0
- Approved FY 2023/2024 Target Police Budget
- Approved RFP #2023-01 for Specialized Labor and Employment Lawyer Contract
- Approved February 2023 Financial Statement; $434,959 debt payment made, principal now $2,513,275
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council held a special meeting to certify the March 14, 2023 municipal election results, swear in newly elected Councilors Ellen Bauer and Mike Petruccelli, and elect a vice mayor for 2023-2024. The council also approved the January 2023 financial statement and moved discussion of vacation rental occupancy limits to a future workshop.
- Resolution 06-2023 declaring Bauer and Petruccelli elected to Town Council, approved 4-0
- Oath of office administered to Councilors Bauer and Petruccelli
- Vice Mayor Diantha Schear re-elected for 2023-2024 with 4-1 vote
- Financial statement for January 2023 approved; St. Patrick's Day Festival revenue $7,472, with $2,390 from alcohol sales donated to ISPOA
- Vacation rental occupancy limits discussion moved to future workshop
Town Library
The Indian Shores Library Board held its regular meeting on March 28, 2023, and unanimously elected Alice Lawrence as Chairperson, Peg McDermott as Vice-Chairperson, and Rene Weyburne as Secretary for 2023-2024. The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 13, 2023 meeting. They also voted to continue Tuesday library operating hours (1 p.m.–4 p.m.) through May 30, 2023. Attorney Regina Kurdish reviewed Florida's Sunshine Law, and Vice Mayor Diantha Schear discussed parking plans for library staff and patrons at Town Hall.
- Elected officers for 2023-2024: Chairperson Alice Lawrence, Vice-Chairperson Peg McDermott, Secretary Rene Weyburne (all 5-0 votes)
- Approved minutes from January 13, 2023 meeting (5-0)
- Continued Tuesday library hours (1 p.m.–4 p.m.) through May 30, 2023 (5-0)
- Attorney reviewed Sunshine Law; records requests should be referred to Town Clerk Freddie Lozano
- Vice Mayor Diantha Schear discussed parking for library staff and patrons at Town Hall lot
PLANNING, ZONING AND BUILDING COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Planning, Zoning and Building Committee will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to consider a site plan review for a single-family home with two stories over parking at 19800 Gulf Boulevard. The committee will also consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from October 11, 2022, and take public comments. An independent review by Land & Water Engineering Science recommends approval, stating the plan meets town codes.
- Site plan review for 19800 Gulf Boulevard: 3-story single-family home (2 stories over parking) plus rooftop deck, zoned RFM
- Independent review by LWES recommends approval, noting plan meets or exceeds Town Codes
- Drainage plan includes 4 control structures with total 392 cubic feet interstitial space, exceeding required 387 cubic feet
- Public hearing notice mailed to property owners on February 27, 2023
- Town Council will consider the same site plan at a second hearing at 5:01 PM the same day
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council approved a site plan for a two-story single-family home over parking at 19800 Gulf Boulevard, with a condition that the rooftop observation platform cannot be converted to living space. The council also approved a resolution to dispose of an inoperative oven, discussed a potential policy for disposing of town property under a dollar threshold, and approved drafting an RFP for labor attorney services.
- Approved site plan for 19800 Gulf Blvd. (Parcel ID 24-30-14-42912-002-0650) with condition on observation platform
- Approved Resolution 05-2023 for disposal of inoperative Community Room warming oven
- Approved Forward Pinellas assistance to update Concurrency Management ordinance
- Approved drafting RFP for Labor and Employment Law Services
- Discussed succession planning incentives: $500 for 90-day notice (non-exempt) and 120-day notice (exempt)
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council approved adding a full-time police officer position with a $74,750 budget allocation, adopted a revised personnel manual, and set a fee for milestone inspection report reviews. They also discussed and approved a town administrator job description after debate over education requirements, and decided to select the vice mayor by written ballot.
- Approved $74,750 for new police officer position
- Adopted Resolution 03-2023 setting $300 fee for Phase One milestone inspection report review
- Adopted Resolution 04-2023 amending the Town Personnel Manual
- Approved town administrator job description with education/experience equivalency language
- Vice mayor to be selected by written ballot on March 28, 2023
Town Library
The Indian Shores Town Library Board is meeting to approve its agenda and prior meeting minutes, discuss old business including an update on the library refrigerator, and consider a proposal to offer complimentary Volunteer Appreciation Dinners to three volunteers. The board will also hear public and board member comments.
- Proposal to offer complimentary Volunteer Appreciation Dinners to Miles McDermott, Larry Schear, and Bill Weyburne for two years of book sale support
- Update on Library refrigerator (old business)
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 9, 2022
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to review and discuss job descriptions for the Town Administrator, Police Chief, and Town Clerk, with reference materials provided. They will also discuss Forward Pinellas, a regional planning agency. The agenda includes public comments and council member comments, but no formal votes are scheduled.
- Review of Town Administrator job description, including salary range set by Council and purchasing authority up to $10,000
- Review of Police Chief job description (reference pages 11-14)
- Review of Town Clerk job description (reference pages 15-18)
- Discussion on Forward Pinellas (reference page 19)
- Public comments limited to 4 minutes per person
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council approved several items, including a $47,750 police vehicle purchase, two ordinances defining the roles of Town Administrator and Police Chief, and resolutions accepting a Duke Energy donation and setting a preliminary plat review fee. They also discussed a proposed $500 fee for milestone inspections under SB 4-D, which will be considered at a future meeting.
- Approved $47,750 for a 2022 Silverado truck for the Police Department
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-08 (Town Administrator duties) and 2022-09 (Police Chief duties)
- Accepted $3,888.88 Duke Energy donation for bicycle racks at Veterans Memorial Park
- Adopted Resolution 02-2023 setting preliminary plat review fee
- Discussed $500 fee for SB 4-D Phase 1 milestone inspections
TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES
The Indian Shores Town Council will hold public hearings on the second reading of two ordinances that would create formal divisions for the Town Administrator and Chief of Police, defining their appointment, removal, duties, and responsibilities. The council will also consider adopting job descriptions for the Town Administrator, Police Chief, and Town Clerk, and will vote on a $26,250 contract for elevator maintenance.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2022-08 creating a Town Administrator division
- Second reading of Ordinance 2022-09 creating a Chief of Police division
- Consideration of job descriptions for Town Administrator, Police Chief, and Town Clerk
- Proposal from Otis Elevator Co. for $26,250 to change hydraulic oil in all three Municipal Building elevators
- Consideration of rescheduling March 14, 2023 meeting due to Municipal Election Day