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Indian Shores public meetings in 2024

37 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 10, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Indian Shores opts out of 'Missing Middle' property tax exemptions

The Town Council approved a resolution to opt out of providing property tax exemptions for certain affordable housing developments. The council also amended the FY2024-2025 budget and approved a vulnerability assessment agreement with Pinellas County.

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Tue Dec 10, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Indian Shores Council to consider opting out of 'missing middle' tax exemption

The Town Council will hold public hearings on opting out of a property tax exemption for 'missing middle' developments and amending the FY2024-2025 budgets. The body will also review several service contracts and drainage maintenance proposals.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Indian Shores holds post-hurricane informational session

The Town Council is holding a special meeting and informational session. The body will introduce a panel and address pre-submitted questions regarding the aftermath of a hurricane.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Town Council to amend FY2023-24 budget and approve hurricane-related agreements

The Town Council will hold public hearings on Resolutions 16-2024 (canceling the regular meeting and rescheduling to Dec 10) and 17-2024 (amending the FY2023-2024 budget with a $405,473 transfer to the Capital Improvement Fund). The consent agenda includes agreements with Pinellas County for substantial damage inspections, emergency debris collection, and multiple hurricane relief MOUs and grant agreements for Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Also up for discussion: a request for a Christmas party and a temporary hold on town hall events to focus on hurricane recovery.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Town Council considers canceling events to focus on Hurricane Helene recovery

The Town Council is discussing the cancellation of upcoming Town Hall events to prioritize Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. The body will also review September recurring expenses and candidate requirements for the March 2025 municipal election.

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Mon Oct 7, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Indian Shores declares local state of emergency due to Tropical Storm Milton

The Town Council is meeting to declare a local state of emergency and activate the town's comprehensive emergency management plan. The council is also moving to cancel and reschedule the regular meeting previously set for October 8, 2024.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Town Council declares local state of emergency for Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine

The Indian Shores Town Council is meeting in an emergency session to consider a proclamation declaring a local state of emergency and activating the town's comprehensive emergency management plan in response to Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comments and council member remarks.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to adopt final budget and property tax rate for FY 2024-2025

The town council will hold public hearings and vote on two resolutions: adopting the final ad valorem tax levy at a millage rate of 1.8700 (a 10.25% increase over the rolled-back rate) and adopting the final FY 2024-2025 budget totaling $6,165,597 for the general fund. Additionally, the council will issue proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and discuss the date and location for the staff and volunteer Christmas party.

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Wed Sep 11, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Town Council to review preliminary FY2024-2025 budget and mobile parking app

The Town Council will hold a workshop to review and discuss the proposed Preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget, including revenue estimates, expenditures, and property tax rate. The meeting also includes a research update on paid parking mobile applications. Public comments will be accepted on agenda items.

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Wed Sep 11, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to hold public hearings on tentative millage rate and budget for FY 2024-2025

The Indian Shores Town Council will hold public hearings to adopt a tentative ad valorem millage rate of 1.8700 mills and a tentative budget of $7,657,513 for FY 2024/2025. The council will also consider a consent agenda including recurring expenses for August 2024 totaling $231,806.31 and an amended interlocal agreement with Forward Pinellas for reapportionment of the MPO board. Other items include an 8th amendment to the Sunday Morning Market for the November 2024-April 2025 season, a financial statement for July 2024, and reports from the police and fire chiefs.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Town Council to consider preliminary FY 2024-2025 budget

The Indian Shores Town Council will hold a special meeting to consider several items including a public hearing on a resolution authorizing credit cards for officials, budget items for the upcoming fiscal year, and various police department matters. They will also discuss a mutual aid agreement with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, a renewal of ancillary services, and a proposed salary scale for police. Additionally, the council will consider transferring phone/data services from Globalstar to Starlink and a catering agreement for the town's 75th anniversary.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to review $218,724 insurance renewal and FY2025 budget

The Town Council will review the proposed FY2024-2025 property and casualty insurance renewal with a total premium of $218,724, presented by Brown & Brown Public Sector. They will also discuss the preliminary budget for FY2024-2025, which includes a 21% increase in police funding due to two new positions and salary increases, and the creation of a new Community Development Department. Additionally, the council will consider raising credit card spending limits for staff positions designated in Resolution No. 12-2024 and review a catering agreement with Sharky's Sea Pub for the town's 75th anniversary.

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Thu Aug 22, 2024

POLICE PENSION BOARD

Police Pension Board to discuss 2024-2025 budget and officer elections

The Board of Trustees is meeting to elect officers and review the proposed 2024-2025 budget. The board will also consider requests for proposals for a triennial performance review and actuarial services.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to consider 3.3% COLA and 3% pay increase for non-union staff

The Town Council will vote on a consent agenda including $225,638.51 in July recurring expenses and a memorandum of agreement with Florida Division of Emergency Management for the Everbridge mass notification system. They will also consider a proposed 3.3% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) and a 3.0% annual increase for non-union personnel effective October 1, 2024, as part of FY2024-2025 budget preparation. Several police promotions and awards will be presented, and a proclamation for September Hunger Action Month will be read.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to discuss Gulf Boulevard safety improvements, FY 2024-2025 budget review

The Town Council will review two phases of Gulf Boulevard mobility and safety improvements, with Phase 1 from 195th Avenue south to town limits and Phase 2 north of 195th Avenue considered cost-prohibitive at $25-30 million. Council will also begin initial review of the FY 2024-2025 budget, including a recommended 3.3% COLA and 3% annual increase for non-union personnel. Additionally, they will discuss merging staff and volunteer holiday parties into a single event.

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Wed Jul 31, 2024

ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Committee considers cost of living and merit increases for personnel

The Administrative and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss personnel pay adjustments for the FY 2024/2025 budget. The body will consider recommendations for cost of living and merit increases to be sent to the Council for approval.

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Thu Jul 25, 2024

Town Library

Library Board to review FY24-25 budget and FY22 donations

The Indian Shores Town Library Board will consider approving the meeting agenda and minutes from January 19, 2024. They will review and approve donations of books and puzzles from fiscal year 2022, including $603 in children's books. New business includes reviewing the Library's FY24-25 budget worksheets and email correspondence about a Special Event Alcoholic Beverage Exception Permit Application. The meeting also includes public and board member comments.

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Wed Jul 24, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to consider police chief contract, credit card policy, and $3,000 for 75th anniversary

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution No. 10-2024, authorizing credit cards for elected officials and department heads, designating signers on Truist Bank accounts, and authorizing investment transactions. Council will also consider a new employment contract for Police Chief Richard Swann and approve up to $3,000 for the Town's 75th Anniversary Celebration at Sharky's Sea Pub. The meeting includes public comment periods and the adoption of the meeting agenda.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Indian Shores Council considers new police and administrator contracts

The Town Council will consider employment contracts for Police Chief Richard Swann and incoming Town Administrator Christina Porter. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the Florida Gulf Beaches Holiday Halfathon for 2024 through 2026. The council will also review library membership costs and recent municipal expenditures.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Indian Shores Council to consider hiring new Town Administrator

The Council will consider hiring a candidate for the vacant Town Administrator position and reviewing a site plan for a three-story home at 19002 Gulf Boulevard. Additionally, the meeting includes second readings for ordinances regarding a temporary juvenile curfew and the town's comprehensive plan.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Introduction of a potential candidate for the vacant Town Administrator position

The workshop includes approval of the agenda and an opportunity for public comment. The Council will also hear an introduction of a potential candidate for the Town Administrator vacancy and a presentation on Sunshine Law and Public Records.

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Tue May 14, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to discuss seawall repair bids, labor attorney, magistrate contract

The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a status report on the security camera system, the Town's labor attorney services, and a proposed rate increase for Special Magistrate Randol Mora's contract, which expires in July 2024. They will also review bids for seawall repairs behind the Municipal Center, proposed board appointments, and plans for the Memorial Day picnic and volunteer party.

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Tue May 14, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to consider police pension overhaul, juvenile curfew, and seawall repair

The Indian Shores Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a second reading of an ordinance to overhaul the police pension system, a first reading of a temporary juvenile curfew ordinance, and a resolution authorizing credit cards for officials. They will also discuss the NPDES stormwater permit, approve appointments, and consider contracts for legal services and seawall repair.

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Wed Apr 17, 2024

POLICE PENSION BOARD

Police pension board to elect officers, review investments and pension ordinance

The Indian Shores Police Officers' Retirement System Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting to elect officers, review investment portfolio updates, and discuss a local law pension plan ordinance. The board will also approve minutes, ratify payments, and consider an educational conference.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to certify Schear as mayor, overhaul police pension ordinance

The Indian Shores Town Council will certify Diantha Schear's election as mayor, administer oaths to new officials, and elect a vice mayor. They will also hold public hearings on a major rewrite of the police pension ordinance and the appointment of Daniel P. Lewis as town attorney, plus review the annual financial report and recurring March expenses.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council workshop to discuss projects, civility code review

The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss short-term and long-term projects, including beach renourishment, drainage, parking, and budget items. They will also review the Civility Code Resolution No. 09-2023, which sets rules for public comment and conduct at meetings. The agenda is primarily discussion-oriented with no final votes scheduled.

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Thu Apr 4, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to appoint member to fill seat through March 2025

The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider appointing a prospective council member to serve the remaining term of Mayor-Elect Diantha Schear, which ends in March 2025. The appointee would then take the Oath of Office. The agenda also includes public comments, council comments, and approval of the meeting agenda itself. No other substantive business is listed.

Tue Mar 12, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Town Council to vote on new Comprehensive Plan and two Gulf Boulevard building projects.

The Indian Shores Town Council will hold a public meeting with several significant items. The Council will conduct the second reading of Ordinance 2023-06, which would adopt an updated Comprehensive Plan for the town. The Council will also hold quasi-judicial hearings to consider site plan approvals for a three-story, 10-unit condominium at 19631 Gulf Boulevard and a three-story single-family home at 18509 Gulf Boulevard. Additionally, the Council will consider hiring a new Town Administrator and approving a consent agenda that includes routine expenses.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to interview top 3 Town Administrator finalists

The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to interview the top three ranked applicants for the Town Administrator position, as recommended by the Ad Hoc Selection Committee. The council will also review a proposed job description for an Administrative Assistant to the Town Clerk, discuss installing portable Mobi-mats as access pathways for dune walkovers, and consider reallocating Capital Improvement funds to build a storage building for the Public Services Department.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to vote on banning shore-based shark fishing in Indian Shores waters

The Indian Shores Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a second reading of an ordinance that would prohibit shore-based shark fishing in the town's jurisdictional waters, aligning with a neighboring town's ban. The council will also establish an ad hoc committee to select a town administrator, adopt a statewide mutual aid agreement, and consider contract renewals with CivicPlus for codification and website services with rate increases. Additionally, the agenda includes police commendations, proclamations, and routine reports and financial approvals.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to appoint new member, form selection committees for police chief and administrator

The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a special meeting to appoint a new council member to fill the remainder of retired Council Member Bill Smith's term, which ends in March 2025. The council will also consider establishing selection committees to choose candidates for the Chief of Police and Town Administrator positions. The agenda includes public comment periods and approval of the meeting agenda.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to discuss filling vacant seat and hiring police chief, administrator

The Indian Shores Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss filling the vacant council seat left by retired Council Member Bill Smith, whose term ends in March 2025. They will also discuss forming selection committees to hire a new Police Chief and Town Administrator. The meeting is primarily for discussion and evaluation, with no final votes scheduled.

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Fri Jan 19, 2024

Town Library

Library board to approve book and puzzle donations, elect officers

The Town Library Board will consider approving donations of books and puzzles from FY 22, select board officers, and conduct an annual procedures review. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the meeting agenda and minutes, and public comments.

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Thu Jan 18, 2024

POLICE PENSION BOARD

Police pension board to review investments, expenses, and ordinance

The Indian Shores Police Officers' Retirement System Board of Trustees is holding its quarterly meeting to review portfolio performance, actual expenses, and administrative matters. The board will also discuss a drafted local law pension plan ordinance and receive updates from the plan administrator and attorney.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to appoint new member, consider shark fishing ban, interim administrator

The Indian Shores Town Council will appoint a new council member to fill Bill Smith's seat, consider a first reading of an ordinance to ban shore-based shark fishing, and discuss hiring an interim town administrator. They will also review recurring expenses, contracts, and reports from various departments.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Council to pick interim town administrator and fill vacant seat

The Indian Shores Town Council is meeting to discuss filling the vacant Town Council seat left by retired member Bill Smith and to decide how to fill the interim Town Administrator position, either through a contracted service or direct hire. They will also review resumes for the interim administrator role and discuss the Town Administrator contract, including salary and benefits. Additionally, the council will consider proposed wayfinding signs from SignStar and a resolution to join a lawsuit challenging the state's financial disclosure Form 6 requirement for elected officials.

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Fri Jan 5, 2024

Town Library

Library board to review annual report, donations, Saturday hours survey

The Indian Shores Town Library Board will consider approving its meeting agenda and minutes, and review the revised Annual Report for FY 2021-2022. They will also discuss the status of donations of books and puzzles and a Saturday hours survey, both expected to be completed by January 17, 2024. New business includes planning a general meeting of volunteers and the Diamond Jubilee party and dinner on January 31.

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