Panama City public meetings in 2024

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission is meeting to consider several high-value contracts for storm projects and utility improvements. The body will also discuss a setback waiver and the purchase of solar lighting.

• Contract for Area O-12 Improvements to Gulf Coast Utility Contractors up to $4,761,847.98
• Project STORM Group Q contract to Hydra Service for $1,686,934.70
• Project Storm Group D contract to Marshall Brothers for $1,327,481.00
• Solar Trail Lighting for Bay Memorial Garden Club from Fonroche Lighting America for $187,792.00
• Setback Waiver 'Letter of Concurrence' for 110 N. Center Ave

The Panama City Commission, with Mayor Pro Tempore Janice Lucas chairing, approved the consent agenda and two utility contracts. The consent agenda included contracts for SCADA systems, storm projects, and solar lighting. The commission also approved two contracts with Gulf Coast Underground LLC for sewer line work and corresponding budget amendments.

• Approved consent agenda including SCADA systems for 15 lift stations ($204,290) (4-0)
• Awarded storm project contract to Hydra Service ($1,686,934.70) (4-0)
• Awarded storm project contract to Marshall Brothers ($1,327,481.00) (4-0)
• Approved contract for Area O-12 improvements to GCUC ($4,725,569.50) (4-0)
• Approved solar trail lighting purchase ($187,792.00) (4-0)
• Approved GCU contract for 9th Street gravity main work ($147,966.80) (4-0)
• Approved GCU contract for Sherman Ave. gravity main work ($103,873.60) (4-0)

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold final readings on several ordinances, including a tax increment financing (TIF) ordinance for the SweetBay Community Development District and an amended interlocal agreement. They will also consider a $733,528 change order for the Martin Theater complex project, and hear second/final public hearings on land-use and zoning changes for properties at 109 Springhill Circle, 4101 W 21st Street, and elsewhere. Consent agenda items include approval of special events, mutual aid agreements, and purchases of two new garbage trucks. Discussion items cover the downtown marina conceptual design, boat ramp design, and lease consultant proposals.

• Final reading of Ordinance 3236 for SweetBay CDD tax increment financing and amended interlocal agreement (multiple exhibits)
• Final reading of Ordinance 3239 adding Article X: Underground Utilities and Communications Facilities
• Second/final public hearings on land-use and zoning reclassifications: 109 Springhill Circle (to Residential/R-1) and 4101 W 21st Street (to R-2 with development agreement)
• Consideration of $733,528 change order for DAG Architects for Martin Theater 3 Buildings Complex Project
• Purchase of two 2026 CNG front-load garbage trucks at $434,145 each and two side-load at $487,710 each

The Panama City Commission approved several major items, including the final reading of Ordinance 3236 creating the SweetBay CDD Tax Increment Financing district (4-1), and the conceptual design for boat slips in the Downtown Marina's southeast basin (5-0). They also approved a task order for the marina boat ramp design and permitting (3-2) and a change order for the Martin Theater project (4-1).

• Approved Ordinance 3236 creating SweetBay CDD TIF district (4-1)
• Approved conceptual design for Downtown Marina boat slips (5-0)
• Approved Panhandle Engineering task order for marina boat ramp design ($149,750) (3-2)
• Approved DAG Architects change order for Martin Theater ($733,528) (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda with exceptions (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Application for New Year's Eve Bash (5-0)
• Approved Barge Design Solutions Amendment 1 for SRF Area D-14 ($43,200) (4-1)
• Approved Monthly Financial Statement for November 2024 (5-0)

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings and make decisions on three land development requests: a major development for a six-story commercial/multi-family project, a vacation of a right-of-way alley, and a text amendment to the Unified Land Development Code regarding recreational vehicle and boat storage. The board will also approve minutes from its November meeting. The major development request requires final board approval; the other two items will go to the City Commission for final decisions in January.

• Major Development (MDEV2507): 6-story commercial/multi-family on 1.59 acres at 1604 Chestnut Ave and 2900 W 16 St; applicant Brittany Trumbull, owner Terrell Magee. Final decision by Planning Board.
• Vacation of Right-of-Way (VROW2508): Vacate 0.023-acre alley south of E 2nd Plaza, west of Maine Ave, east of Sherman Ave, north of E 2nd Court; adjacent to 208 and 212 Sherman Ave. Applicant J. Michael Bell. City Commission hearings Jan 14 and 28, 2025.
• ULDC Text Amendment (LDCA2509): Amend Sec. 105-11 on recreational vehicles or boats; proposed by City Development Services. City Commission hearings Jan 14 and 28, 2025.
• Approval of November 12, 2024, meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved a major development for a 6-story commercial/multi-family project at 1604 Chestnut Avenue and 2900 W 16th Street, and recommended approval of a right-of-way vacation near Sherman Avenue. A proposed text amendment to the Unified Land Development Code regarding recreational vehicles or boats was tabled for revisions. The board also approved the November 12, 2024 minutes.

• Approved major development MDEV2507 for 6-story commercial/multi-family at 1604 Chestnut Ave (5-0)
• Recommended approval of right-of-way vacation VROW2508 near Sherman Avenue (5-0)
• Tabled text amendment LDCA2509 on recreational vehicles/boats for revisions (5-0)
• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Public Workshop

This is a public workshop where the Panama City Commission will discuss underground utilities. The meeting includes audience participation and procedural items, but no binding decisions are expected.

• Discussion on underground utilities

Community Redevelopment Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing grant applications for commercial and facility improvements. The board will also discuss potential revisions to the TIF Rebate Program and a museum operation agreement.

• Commercial Improvement Grant application for 400, 402, and 404 Church Ave in the Millville District
• Allocation of Glenwood HRP Grant funds for A.D. Harris Facility improvements
• Potential policy revision to the TIF Rebate Program
• Memorandum of Understanding for the operation of the Panama City Publishing Company Museum
• Approval of the 2025 regular meeting schedule

Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee

The Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee will review and approve the use of surtax money for the third quarter of 2024 (July 1 to September 30). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 14, 2024 meeting and a City Manager comment period.

• Approval of surtax expenditures for Q3 2024 (invoices and check copies provided in agenda documents)
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2024 meeting

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning and land use amendments. The body is also deciding on multiple budget amendments, police department equipment leases, and infrastructure contracts.

• Contract award to Mainline Construction for Project STORM Group C in the amount of $2,192,224.92
• Contract for Eastern Shipbuilding Group Fenders-Bumpers to Michael L. Anderson, Inc. not to exceed $543,148.00
• Purchase and financing of an asphalt zipper for $340,360.00
• State Revolving Loan WW0302F0 for sewer in the amount of $6,666,597
• Zoning and land use amendments for 109 Springhill Circle, 2414 Michigan Avenue, and W. 20th Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including subdivision plats and a zoning variance. The board is also reviewing a proposed Transportation Impact Fee Ordinance to fund public infrastructure for new growth.

• Transportation Impact Fee Study presented by Kimley-Horn, Inc.
• Proposed variance for front yard setback reduction at 1102 W 11th Street
• Final plat approvals for Phase I and II of ParkBrook Subdivision on Old Majette Tower Road
• Annexation and rezoning to General Commercial for 2626 23rd St W
• Development agreement for building heights at 1121 Bayview Avenue and adjacent Beck Avenue properties

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City City Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning map amendments, annexation, and development agreements. It will also consider multiple grant agreements for parks and stormwater projects totaling over $3 million, including a $1.33M grant for Joe Moody Harris Park redevelopment. Other items include adoption of late-night hours provisions, underground utilities ordinance, and approval of special events.

• Third and final public hearing on Ordinance 3238 rezoning 1404 Lincoln Avenue to GC-2
• Second and final public hearing on voluntary annexation of 4.04 acres at 2542 Lisenby Avenue
• Consider $1,333,200 FDEP/LWCF grant for Joe Moody Harris Park redevelopment ($666,600 city match)
• Consider $950,000 FDEP grant for Hentz Stormwater Park Repetitive Loss Project
• Consider $1,000,000 USDA grant for Eastside Panama City Reforestation

Community Redevelopment Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Historic St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership for operation of the Panama City Publishing Company Museum. The board will also vote on a recommendation to donate several parcels in the Millville District to Bay Habitat for Humanity, pending City Commission approval on October 22, 2024. Additionally, the board will discuss adjusting meeting dates for December 2024. Public comments are open.

• Consider and approve MOU between CRA, St. Andrews District, and Historic St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership for the Panama City Publishing Company Museum.
• Consider and approve proceeding with donation of Millville District parcels to Bay Habitat for Humanity, pending City Commission approval on October 22.
• Recommendation to adjust CRA board meeting dates for December 2024.
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 20, 2024.

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings on three land development requests: a rezoning and future land use change at 109 Springhill Circle from General Commercial to Residential, a rezoning and future land use change at 2414 Michigan Avenue from Public Institutional to Mixed Use, and a rezoning at W 20th Street from Residential-1 to Residential-2. A request to vacate a portion of an alleyway (VROW2485) is being continued to the November meeting. A non-action briefing on the Transportation Impact Fee Study will also be presented by Kimley-Horn, Inc.

• Rezoning and FLUM amendment at 109 Springhill Circle (0.227 acres) from GC/GC-2 to Residential/R-1 (Case CPMA2486)
• Rezoning and FLUM amendment at 2414 Michigan Avenue (0.47 acres) from Public Institutional/PI to Mixed Use/MU-3 (Case CPMA2487)
• Rezoning at W 20th Street (0.828 acres) from R-1 to R-2 (Case RZ2488)
• Abandonment of right-of-way south of E 2nd Place, east of E Beach Drive, and north E 2nd Street – continuance requested to November 12 (Case VROW2485)
• Transportation Impact Fee Study briefing by Kimley-Horn, Inc. (non-action item)

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold first public hearings on annexing two properties (Kings Drive and Lisenby Avenue) and changing their land use and zoning designations. Also up for first reading is a late-night hours ordinance and a development agreement for 4101 W 21st Street. The consent agenda includes a $1,095,820 tree contract for city parks and several grant agreements.

• First of two public hearings on annexation of 0.61 acres at Kings Drive (Ordinance 3240.1-3240.3)
• First of two public hearings on annexation of 4.04 acres at 2542 Lisenby Avenue (Ordinance 3241.1-3241.3)
• Consider awarding $1,095,820 contract for Trees for City Parks to Panhandle Landscape Solutions
• First reading of Ordinance 3244 establishing late-night hours provisions and defining Spring Break 2025
• Consider approval of development agreement with PCF Development LLC for 4101 W 21st Street

City Commission Meetings

The Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund, Inc. board will meet after the City Commission to ratify a $3,127.50 expenditure for an Employee Appreciation Breakfast recognizing staff for Hurricane Helene efforts. They will also discuss renaming the fund. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from July 9, 2024, and financial reports for FY24 Q4.

• Ratify $3,127.50 expenditure for Employee Appreciation Breakfast for Hurricane Helene efforts
• Discussion on renaming the Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024 meeting
• Approval of financial reports for FY24 Q4
• Audience participation limited to three minutes per speaker

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider the 2024/2025 operating and capital budgets for the Panama City Port Authority. The body will also hold public hearings on zoning map amendments and a new ordinance regarding late night hours and Spring Break 2025. Additionally, the commission will review multiple special event applications and infrastructure project change orders.

• Zoning amendment to Mixed Use-3 for 4110 W 19th Street
• Zoning amendment to General Commercial-2 for 1404 Lincoln Avenue
• Purchase of a Camel Max Full Eject Vacuum truck for $641,575.00
• Budget amendment to transfer $4,061,497.00 from General Fund reserves to close the Project Management Office Fund
• Change order of $144,800.00 for Pretty Bayou Improvements Phase 2A

Budget Hearing

This is the final public hearing under the TRIM Act to discuss and adopt the millage rates and annual budgets for the City of Panama City and the Panama City Downtown Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2025. The City Commission will consider two resolutions: one setting the ad valorem tax millage rate (Resolution No. 20240926.1) and one adopting the FY2024/2025 budget (Resolution No. 20240926.2). Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Final public hearing under the TRIM Act for FY2025 budgets and millage rates
• Consideration of Resolution No. 20240926.1 setting the Ad Valorem Tax Millage Rate
• Consideration of Resolution No. 20240926.2 adopting the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget
• Approval of minutes from the September 12, 2024 Budget Hearing
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission is meeting to address potential weather threats and event scheduling. The body will consider issuing a state of emergency and rescheduling a downtown event.

• Declaration of Emergency for Potential Tropical Weather Threat
• Rescheduling of Oktoberfest in Downtown Panama City

Community Redevelopment Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency is meeting to review and approve the proposed annual budgets for fiscal year 2024/25. The board will also consider an amendment to a grant agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation.

• Resolution CRA20240917.1 for proposed FY24/25 annual budgets
• First Amendment to the Joint Participation Agreement with FDOT for an additional $100,000 of grant funding for Millville

The Panama City Community Redevelopment Agency board unanimously approved the FY24/25 annual budget (Resolution CRA20240917.1) and the first amendment to the Joint Participation Agreement with FDOT, adding $100,000 in grant funding. Both motions passed 5-0. The board also approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved FY24/25 CRA annual budget (Resolution CRA20240917.1) (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to FDOT Joint Participation Agreement for additional $100,000 grant (5-0)
• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss several infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and zoning changes. The body is also reviewing a long-term parking strategy for Downtown St. Andrews and various special event permits.

• Contract award of $2,600,925.00 to Royal American Construction for Project STORM Group B
• Change order of $733,528 to DAG Architects, Inc. for the Martin Theater 3 Buildings Complex Project
• Zoning map amendments for 4110 W. 19th Street (MU-3) and 1404 Lincoln Avenue (GC-2)
• Contract for 8th St Alleyway Sewer Line Replacement with Chapel Branch and Lagniappe, LLC for $151,064.00
• Engineering and design task order for Lift Station 78 and 65 with Volkert, Inc. for $135,508.00

Budget Hearing

The Panama City Commission will hold the first public hearing under the TRIM Act to discuss and adopt tentative millage rates and budgets for the City and the Downtown Improvement District for fiscal year 2025. They will also consider the final assessment resolution for fire services and adopt resolutions setting the millage rate and approving the FY2024-2025 budgets.

• Public hearing on Final Assessment Resolution for Fire Services No. 20240912.4
• Discussion and adoption of tentative millage rates and tentative budgets for City and Downtown Improvement District for FY2025
• Consideration of Resolution No. 20240912.1 setting the Ad Valorem Tax Millage Rate
• Consideration of Resolution No. 20240912.2 adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budgets

The City Commission approved the Final Assessment Resolution for Fire Services, lowering residential rates to $300 and reducing commercial and other category rates. The commission also approved extending the hardship program to low-income renters and extending the application deadline to November 1st. Both motions passed 4-1, with Mayor Rohan dissenting.

• Approved Final Assessment Resolution 20240912.4 with fire assessment rates lowered to $300 for residential and reduced for commercial/institutional categories (4-1)
• Approved extending hardship program to low-income renters and extending deadline to November 1st (4-1)
• Adopted tentative millage rate of 4.7999 mills for City of Panama City (5-0)
• Adopted tentative millage rate of 3.000 mills for Downtown Improvement Board (5-0)
• Adopted tentative FY 2024-2025 budgets for City and Downtown Improvement District (5-0)

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings on 11 land development applications, including rezonings, variances, major developments, annexations, and a Unified Land Development Code text amendment. The Board will make final decisions on some items (variances, major developments) and forward recommendations to the City Commission on others (rezonings, annexations, text amendments). Residents are invited to participate in quasi-judicial proceedings with sworn testimony and public comment.

• Rezoning and development agreement for 4101 W 21st St (2.32 acres) from R-1 to R-2 with single-family lot restriction
• Variance request to reduce enclosed pool rear setback from 15 ft to 0 ft at 317 Cove Gardens Cir
• Major Development Order for seawall construction and dredging along Watson Bayou at 2200 Nelson St (Eastern Shipbuilding Group)
• Annexation and rezoning of 4.04 acres at 2542 Lisenby Ave from Bay County R-1 to Panama City UR-2
• Text amendment to ULDC Sections 110-1-4 on accessory uses, apartments, and structures (height, setbacks, square footage)

The Planning Board recommended approval of a rezoning from R-1 to R-2 and a development agreement restricting the property at 4101 W 21st Street to single-family detached homes on 5,000 sq. ft. lots. The board also recommended denial of an annexation and rezoning for Kings Drive, and approved several variances and major development applications. The August 12, 2024 minutes were tabled to the next meeting.

• Recommended approval of rezoning RZ2467 at 4101 W 21st St (4-0)
• Recommended approval of development agreement DEVA2481 restricting use to single-family on 5,000 sq ft lots (4-0)
• Approved variance VAR2472 for 9-ft rear pool setback at 317 Cove Gardens Cir (4-0)
• Denied variance VAR2473 to reduce GC-1 rear setback at 1032 Grace Ave (4-0)
• Approved variance VAR2474 for MU-2 setback reductions at 1503 Frankford Ave (4-0)
• Approved major development MDEVA2475 for seawall at 2200 Nelson St with tree replacement conditions (4-0)
• Recommended denial of annexation/rezoning CPMA2478 for Kings Drive (3-0-1, Crosby recused)
• Recommended approval of rezoning RZ2480 at 2908 E 6th Ct (3-1)

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold public hearings on several property annexations and zoning amendments. The body is also deciding on various special event permits, infrastructure contracts, and budget amendments for city projects.

• Contract award of $5,722,381.25 to Gulf Coast Utility Contractors for CDBG-DR Project Area O-11
• Change order of $733,528 to DAG Architects for the Martin Theatre 3 Buildings Complex Project
• Change order of $20,400 for Royal American Construction for curb and sod on Dewitt Street
• Proposed $40,000 MOU between the City, Downtown CRA, and Downtown Improvement Board for maintenance
• Zoning and annexation hearings for properties at 117 ½ S. East Avenue, 2813 Kings Road, 103 Queens Circle, and 1231 Oak Avenue

The Panama City Commission approved three voluntary annexations with corresponding land use and zoning changes, a wastewater connection ordinance, a development agreement, a subdivision plat, and a $5.7 million utility contract. All votes were 4-0. Several agenda items were deleted, including those related to 1231 Oak Avenue and the Martin Theatre project.

• Approved annexation and Heavy Industrial zoning for 117 ½ S. East Avenue (4-0)
• Approved annexation and Residential-1 zoning for 2813 Kings Road (4-0)
• Approved annexation and Residential-1 zoning for 103 Queens Circle (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3234 allowing City Manager to authorize wastewater connections outside city limits (4-0)
• Approved restated Development Agreement with 305 Beach Drive Development Group, LLC (4-0)
• Approved revised SweetBay Subdivision Phase 3B Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved $5,722,381.25 contract to Gulf Coast Utility Contractors for CDBG-DR Project Area O-11 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including special events, change order, and MOUs (4-0)

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission holds a special meeting to discuss a proposed interlocal agreement for the Sweetbay project and review a draft tax increment ordinance. The meeting includes public participation and follows standard procedural items like opening prayer and roll call.

• Discussion of Sweetbay Interlocal Agreement
• Review of Tax Increment Ordinance Draft (7.22.24 NJZ EDITS 8.21.24)
• Emails and memos regarding performance metrics between Owen Beitsch and Hank Fishkind
• Letter to Commission with Sweetbay DA and CDD
• Emails between city staff and Sweetbay consultant Hank Fishkind

The Panama City Commission held a discussion-only session on the Sweetbay Interlocal Agreement, hearing from city staff and representatives from HomeFed Corporation, Saint Andrew Bay Land Company, Fishkind Litigation Services, and attorney William Harrison. No formal action was taken on the agreement; the city attorney will prepare a report for staff a week before it is presented to the Commission. The meeting adjourned with a 4-0 vote.

• Discussed Sweetbay Interlocal Agreement (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Community Redevelopment Board

The Panama City Community Redevelopment Agency is considering several items at its August 20, 2024 meeting, including entering negotiations to donate four vacant residential parcels in Millville to Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing. The board will also vote on a $40,000 maintenance MOU for the Downtown district, approve change orders for the Millville Waterfront Park totaling $165,058.38, and discuss a draft management agreement for the A.D. Harris Learning Village. Budget amendments are proposed to receive $19,796.25 for roof repair at A.D. Harris and $100,000 for public restrooms at McKenzie Park.

• Millville CRA to enter negotiations to donate 4 vacant residential parcels to Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing
• Approval of a $40,000 Memorandum of Understanding for Downtown district maintenance between the City, Downtown CRA, and Downtown Improvement Board
• Change Order #1 for Keep It Moving Contracting LLC for $18,580.00 for curb and sidewalk removal/replacement on Maple Ave at Millville Waterfront Park
• Change Order #1 for Rep Services, Inc. for $146,478.38 for Millville Waterfront Park playground surface
• Budget amendments: $19,796.25 for A.D. Harris roof repair and $100,000 from Downtown Improvement Board for McKenzie Park public restrooms

The Panama City Community Redevelopment Agency approved entering negotiations with Habitat for Humanity to donate four vacant residential parcels in Millville for affordable housing development, and authorized publishing the required legal notice. The board also approved multiple maintenance agreements, change orders for the Millville Waterfront Park project, a management agreement for the A.D. Harris Learning Village, and two budget amendments. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved Millville CRA negotiations with Habitat for Humanity for 4 vacant parcels (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 MOU for Downtown District maintenance (5-0)
• Approved FY 2024 hardscape/landscape maintenance MOU for all 4 CRA districts (5-0)
• Tabled FY 2025 hardscape/landscape maintenance MOU for one month (5-0)
• Approved $18,580 change order for Maple Ave curb/sidewalk work (5-0)
• Approved $146,478.38 change order for Millville Waterfront Park playground surface (5-0)
• Approved management agreement between Downtown North CRA and Rebuild Bay for A.D. Harris Learning Village (5-0)
• Approved budget amendments for A.D. Harris roof repair ($19,796.25) and McKenzie Park restrooms ($100,000) (5-0)

Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee

The Infrastructure Surtax Citizens Community Board will meet to review and approve the use of surtax funds spent between April 1, 2024, and June 30, 2024. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the May 8, 2024, meeting.

• Financial review and approval of surtax money used from 4/01/2024 to 6/30/2024
• Approval of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee approved the use of surtax funds for the period January 1 to March 31, 2024, and approved the minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting. The City Manager discussed current and future projects, and the City Clerk noted that referendum language will be on the fall ballot. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 8, 2024 meeting (consensus)
• Approved use of surtax money for 01/01/2024 to 03/31/2024 (consensus)

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold a final reading of an ordinance allowing golf carts in St. Andrews and Downtown, and a second public hearing on a joint planning agreement with Bay County. Several quasi-judicial hearings will consider annexations and zoning changes at properties on South East Avenue, Kings Road, Queens Circle, and Oak Avenue. The meeting also includes votes on large infrastructure contracts, including a $4.3 million sewer improvement project, and budget amendments for the St. Andrews School project and police equipment.

• Final adoption of Ordinance 3233 permitting golf carts in St. Andrews and Downtown
• Second public hearing on Ordinance 3227 joint planning agreement between City and Bay County
• Award of $4,324,231 to C.W. Roberts Contracting for SRF Area D-13 Improvements (with 5% contingency up to $4,540,442.55)
• Award of $1,059,247.62 to 850 Construction Services for Pretty Bayou Improvements Phase 2
• Budget Amendment Resolution No. 20240813.5 providing $396,903.68 for St. Andrews School project

The Commission approved the final reading of Ordinance 3233 allowing golf carts in the St. Andrews and Downtown areas, with a 4-1 vote (Mayor Rohan dissenting). They also approved the final reading of Ordinance 3227, the Joint Planning Agreement with Bay County, and Ordinance 3228 amending the Comprehensive Plan to include related policies. Several first readings for annexations and zoning changes were held, and multiple budget amendments and contracts were approved.

• Approved final reading of Ordinance 3233 allowing golf carts in St. Andrews and Downtown (4-1)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 3227, Joint Planning Agreement with Bay County (5-0)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance 3228, Comprehensive Plan amendment for Joint Planning Agreement (5-0)
• Held first readings for annexations and zoning at 117 1/2 S. East Ave., 2813 Kings Rd., 103 Queens Cir., and 1231 Oak Ave.
• Approved consent agenda items including contracts for Lift Station 46/20 design ($125,060), Pretty Bayou Improvements ($1,059,247.62), Whitney Drive Water Main ($387,750), and Lift Station 12 Improvements ($259,210)
• Approved Change Order No. 8 with GCUC for SRF Area D-11 ($62,000)
• Approved Budget Amendment for St. Andrews School project ($396,903.68)
• Approved sale of City property at 920 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on several land development applications, including rezonings and a variance. The board will make decisions on the variance and provide recommendations to the City Commission for the rezonings and development agreements.

• Variance request for a 30 x 30 pole barn at 1910 Beck Avenue
• Rezoning from Residential-1 to Residential-2 at 4101 W 21st Street
• Rezoning from Mixed Use-2 to Mixed Use-3 for two duplexes at 4110 W 19th Street
• Rezoning from General Commercial-1 to General Commercial-2 at 1404 Lincoln Avenue
• Approval of Phase 3B of the SweetBay subdivision plat at 3173 Airport Road

The Planning Board tabled a rezoning request for 4101 W 21st Street to allow time for a development agreement restricting future use to single-family homes. The board recommended approval for a rezoning to build two duplexes at 4110 W 19th Street, and recommended denial for a rezoning at 1404 Lincoln Avenue. A variance for a pole barn at 1910 Beck Avenue was approved.

• Approved variance for 30x30 pole barn at 1910 Beck Avenue (4-0)
• Tabled rezoning at 4101 W 21st Street to next meeting (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning to MU-3 for duplexes at 4110 W 19th Street (4-0)
• Recommended denial of rezoning to GC-2 at 1404 Lincoln Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of SweetBay Phase 3B plat (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 305 Beach Drive development agreement (4-0)
• Approved July 8, 2024 minutes (4-0)

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a special meeting to present and discuss the FY2025 budget. Commissioners will vote on setting the proposed millage rate for the City and the Downtown Improvement Board. They will also approve the dates for September meetings and budget hearings.

• Budget presentation and discussion – FY2025 budget book available
• Consideration to set proposed millage rate for FY2025 for Panama City and the Downtown Improvement Board
• Consideration to approve dates for September City Commission meetings and budget hearings for the City and Downtown Improvement Board
• Audience participation limited to three minutes per speaker

The Commission set the proposed millage rate for Fiscal Year 2025 at 5.2999 for the City of Panama City, a 0.5000 mill increase cap, passing 3-2. They also set the Downtown Improvement Board's proposed millage rate at 3.0000, passing 5-0. The meeting included budget presentations from department heads and discussion of the FY2025 budget. A motion to earmark $250,000 for milling and resurfacing in ward 3 was withdrawn, and a motion for a 1.000 mill increase cap failed for lack of a second.

• Set proposed FY2025 millage rate for City of Panama City at 5.2999 (3-2)
• Set proposed FY2025 millage rate for Downtown Improvement Board at 3.0000 (5-0)
• Approved September 2024 Commission meeting dates: Sept 12 and 26 at 8:00 a.m. in Bay County Commission Chamber (5-0)
• Approved September 2024 budget hearings: Sept 12 and 26 at 5:01 p.m. at City Hall room 010 (5-0)
• Motion to earmark $250,000 for milling/resurfacing to ward 3 withdrawn
• Motion for 1.000 mill increase cap failed for lack of second

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold public hearings on zoning changes and a joint planning agreement with Bay County. The body is also considering a new ordinance regarding golf cart usage and several infrastructure contracts.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 3233 allowing golf carts in St. Andrews and Downtown
• Bid No. PC24-008 for sanitary sewer manhole covers to RCM Utilities, LLC for $226,382.02
• Installation of a multi-use path around Lannie Rowe Park by Royal American Construction for $40,000.00
• Proposed $3.1 million in roadway projects in the Forest Park Mobility Plan Area via SweetBay Developer Agreement
• Second and final public hearing on Ordinance 3217 to designate a W 11th Street property as Mixed Use-3 (MU-3)

Community Redevelopment Board

The Panama City Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will consider approving an amended service agreement with the Historic St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership, Inc. The board will also vote on minutes from May 21, 2024, and receive project updates. Public comments on CRA-related matters are permitted.

• Consideration and approval of amended service agreement between CRA and Historic St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership, Inc (HSAWP)
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 21, 2024
• CRA project updates
• Audience participation (3-minute limit per speaker)

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will review several ordinances, including changes to fire assessments and the Downtown Social District. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a rezoning request on W 11th Street. Additionally, officials will consider a large contract award for Project STORM Group A.

• Contract award to Marshall Brothers, Inc. for Project STORM Group A ($1,821,650.00)
• Public hearing on rezoning W 11th Street to Mixed Use-3 (MU-3)
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 3225 amending the Fire Assessment Ordinance
• Final reading of Ordinance No. 3226 regarding the Downtown Social District
• Budget amendment for a Skydio X10 drone purchase ($22,560.00)

City Commission Meetings

The Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund Board of Directors will review financial reports and approve minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting. The board will also consider ratifying the cost of mobile trauma kits for the Panama City Police Department.

• Ratification of costs for Panama City Police Department mobile trauma kits
• Approval of FY24 Q3 financial reports
• Presentation of FY23 Annual Financial Report and Governance Letter
• Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board is reviewing several land development requests, including variances for building setbacks and multiple annexation applications. The board will also consider a Joint Planning Agreement with Bay County to coordinate future land use in the Pretty Bayou and King’s Point areas.

• Rezoning of 117 1/2 S East Avenue to Heavy Industrial
• Annexation and rezoning requests for 2813 Kings Road and 103 Queens Circle
• Joint Planning Agreement with Bay County for Pretty Bayou and King’s Point areas
• Variance for setbacks at 758 W 13th Street Building #7
• Rezoning of 1231 Oak Avenue to Mixed Use-2

City Commission Meetings

The Commission will review several property annexations and zoning amendments. The agenda also includes a $32.9 million contract for the Martin Theater Complex and updates to flood prevention ordinances. Additionally, officials will consider a pilot program for Panama City crayfish in local parks.

• $32,985,842.00 contract award for the Martin Theater Complex Project to Burke Construction
• Zoning and land use amendments for properties on W 17th Street, W 25th Street, and W 23rd Court
• $18,120.00 task order amendment for SRF Area D-11 Improvements
• Pilot program to introduce threatened Panama City crayfish to local parks
• Final reading of Ordinance 3224 regarding drainage and flood damage prevention

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider awarding a construction contract for the Harrison Avenue Streetscapes Phase 2 project. The meeting also includes a review of an interim agreement with City Marina Partners, LLC and a discussion regarding a fire assessment.

• Contract award for Harrison Ave. Streetscapes Phase 2 to CBC Construction in the amount of $6,964,150.00
• Approval of Interim Agreement with City Marina Partners, LLC
• Report and discussion on the Fire Assessment

City Commission Meetings

The commission will hold hearings on several property annexations and rezoning requests. They will also consider a contract for the demolition of the Marina Civic Center. Additionally, the agenda includes updates to flood prevention ordinances and police vehicle maintenance funding.

• Contract award to Break-N-Ground LLC for $498,780.00 for Marina Civic Center demolition
• Final hearing on rezoning 3900 W 17th Street to Mixed Use
• First hearings on annexing and rezoning properties at 3810 W 25th Street and 2014 W 23rd Court
• Budget amendment of $61,584.00 for police vehicle repairs
• Repairs to the T-Dock at the Downtown Marina

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will review a rezoning request for a property on W 11th Street. The board will also approve minutes from the May 13, 2024 meeting and elect its Chair and Vice Chair. A land use amendment for 1508 Calhoun Avenue was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Rezoning request (RZ2448) for W 11th Street to Mixed Use-3 (MU-3)
• Withdrawal of Case CPMA2457 for 1508 Calhoun Avenue
• Approval of May 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold second readings on a managed/paid parking ordinance and a resolution declaring a new paid parking policy, and consider demolishing the Marina Civic Center. They will also vote on purchasing 1128 Chestnut Avenue for $1,011,000 to build a surface parking lot and future garage, and award a $99,949.48 dredging contract for Lake Claire. Multiple quasi-judicial hearings on annexations and zoning changes for several properties are scheduled.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 3213 for managed/paid parking
• Consideration of demolition of Marina Civic Center and Budget Amendment Resolution No. 20240528.7
• Purchase of 1128 Chestnut Avenue for $1,011,000 for a surface parking lot and future parking garage
• Award of Lake Claire Access Channel Maintenance Dredge to RJ Gorman Marine Construction LLC for $99,949.48
• Second and final public hearings on annexation and zoning changes for properties at 2924 W 27th Court, 2325 Bayview Avenue, 3900 W 17th Street, 1020 W 11th Street, 711 E 10th Court, and 1234 Oak Avenue

Community Redevelopment Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency board will consider several funding agreements for local projects. Members are reviewing a $265,000 contract to add public restrooms at McKenzie Park and a three-year agreement for downtown business recruitment that supports local commerce. The agenda also covers transportation partnerships with FDOT for road work on Beck Avenue and Millville Road, plus an update on the Downtown Marina T-Dock Promenade.

• Award bid PC24-029 for a $265,000 restroom addition at McKenzie Park to Inland Construction and Engineering, Inc (ICE)
• Approve a three-year contract with Retail Strategies for $40,000 annually for downtown retail consulting
• Adopt Eighth Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between Downtown North CRA and World Changers
• Approve Joint Participation Agreement ASZ65 with FDOT for Beck Avenue improvements
• Approve Joint Participation Agreement ASZ64 with FDOT for Millville Road improvements

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold first public hearings on several annexations and zoning changes, consider a first reading of a managed/paid parking ordinance, and discuss leases for the St. Andrews Marina and Downtown Marina. The agenda also includes approval of contracts for engineering and construction services, and a referendum on a Beach Drive sidewalk.

• First reading of Ordinance 3213 for managed/paid parking in St. Andrews and Downtown
• First public hearings on annexation and rezoning of properties at 2924 W. 27th Court, 2325 Bayview Avenue, 3900 W. 17th Street, 1020 W. 11th Street, 711 E. 10th Court, and 1234 Oak Avenue
• Consideration of ground lease of St. Andrews Marina with St. Andrews Marina Partners, LLC
• Authorization to negotiate with City Marina Partners, LLC for Downtown Panama City Marina build-out and operation
• Approval of $345,870 task order for Barge Design Solutions for CDBG-DR Area A2 construction engineering inspection

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings on 16 items, including final plats for SweetBay Phase 3B and Liberty Phases 4, 6, and 8, a major development at 1900 E 15th Street, several variance requests, annexations and rezonings, and text amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Unified Land Development Code. The board makes final decisions on variances and major development orders, while recommending action to the City Commission on plats, annexations, rezonings, and plan amendments.

• Final plat approval for SweetBay subdivision Phase 3B (21.85 acres at 3173 Airport Road)
• Final plat approval for Liberty subdivision Phases 4, 6, and 8 (122 acres total at 4500 N Star Avenue)
• Major development request for Heavy Industrial zoning at 1900 E 15th Street (11.196 acres)
• Variance requests for reduced setbacks at 3703 W 22nd Place, 4316 W 17th Street, 1530 Chandlee Avenue, and 3100 W 23rd Street
• Annexation, land use change, and rezoning for properties at 3810 W 25th Street and 2014 W 23 Court, plus a Joint Planning Agreement with Bay County for Pretty Bayou and King's Point areas

Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee

The Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from February 14, 2024. The body will conduct a financial review and vote on the approval of surtax money used between January 1, 2024, and March 31, 2024.

• Approval of February 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Financial review and approval of surtax expenditures for 1/01/2024 to 3/31/2024

City Commission Meetings

This is a special call meeting of the Panama City Commission. The main item is a report and discussion on the St. Andrews Marina, with several draft lease documents and comments attached. The meeting also includes opening prayer, pledge, roll call, and public comment periods.

• Report and discussion on the St. Andrews Marina
• Draft lease for St. Andrews Marina (SAM) dated May 2, 2024
• Comparison of changes between May 2, 2024 draft and April 12, 2024 draft
• Comments from Owen Beitsch, Captain Bruce Blomgren, and Jannek Cederberg

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold second and final public hearings on ordinances changing land use and zoning for 2010 W 11th Street, amending the Coastal Management Element, and abandoning an easement near 201 S. Cove Terrace Drive. They will also have a first reading of a managed parking ordinance, discuss the 2024/2025 fire assessment, and consider several contracts and budget items, including emergency repairs and a lease.

• Final hearings on Ordinances 3202.1 and 3202.2 to change land use to Mixed Use and zoning to MU-2 at 2010 W 11th Street
• Final hearing on Ordinance 3192 amending the Coastal Management Element of the Comprehensive Plan
• Final hearing on Ordinance 3206 to abandon a platted easement between Parcel ID #25674-000-000 and 201 S. Cove Terrace Drive
• First reading of Ordinance 3213 on managed parking
• Ratify emergency repairs to Millville WWTP automatic transfer switch for $396,675.00

Community Redevelopment Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency will consider approving the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Rebate Program. The board will also discuss promenade and railings at the Downtown Marina T-Dock and may decide to reject all bids for the McKenzie Park Restroom Addition. Additionally, the agency will present its annual report for FY22/23.

• Approval of the CRA Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Rebate Program
• Discussion on promenade and railings at the Downtown Marina T-Dock
• Consideration to reject all bid submissions for McKenzie Park Restroom Addition (ITB PC24-002)
• Presentation of the CRA Annual Report for FY22/23

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission is holding a special meeting to report and discuss the St. Andrews Marina. The agenda includes a ground lease and a comparison of lease versions. No votes or decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only.

• Discussion of St. Andrews Marina lease
• Review of SAM ground lease document
• Comparison of lease versions from March 23 and April 12, 2024

Public Workshop

The City of Panama City will hold a public workshop to discuss paid public parking. The meeting includes an opening prayer and audience participation.

• Discussion on Paid Public Parking

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will review several quasi-judicial hearings regarding property annexations, zoning amendments, and future land use changes. The meeting also includes discussions on various budget amendments for public safety, utility services, and infrastructure improvements.

• Annexation and zoning of 2306 Michigan Avenue
• Land use and zoning changes for 505 Maine Avenue
• Land use and zoning changes for 2010 W 11th Street
• Land use and zoning changes for 1111 Massalina Drive
• Bid award for SRF Area D-12 Improvements: $3,350,604.00

City Commission Meetings

The Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund, Inc. Board of Directors will consider approving up to $60,000 for electrical work at the ASAP building to relocate power lines for the new MLK Recreation Center construction. The board will also approve minutes from its January 9, 2024 meeting and review financial reports for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024.

• Consideration of funding up to $60,000 for electrical work at the ASAP building to accommodate power line relocation for the new MLK Recreation Center
• Approval of minutes from the January 9, 2024 board meeting
• Approval of financial reports for FY24 Q2

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings on eight land-development requests, including a variance for reduced setbacks at 3100 W 23rd Street, a vacation of a right-of-way, two annexations with rezoning to Residential-1, and four small-scale land-use amendments and rezonings. The board has final decision authority on the variance and right-of-way vacation, while it will make recommendations to the City Commission on the annexations and rezonings.

• Variance request (VAR2434) for 5-foot rear setback instead of required 25 feet at 3100 W 23rd Street
• Vacation of a 4' x 275' platted easement (VROW2435) between S. Cove Terrace Drive and DeWitt Street
• Annexation and rezoning to Residential-1 for 1.31 acres at 2924 W 27th Court (CPMA2436)
• Annexation and rezoning to Residential-1 for 0.14 acres at 2325 Bayview Avenue (CPMA2437)
• Rezoning to Mixed Use-3 for 0.24 acres at 1234 Oak Avenue (RZ2441)

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold final readings on speed detection systems in school zones and zoning changes for properties at 517 Church Avenue, 2306 Michigan Avenue, and 505 Maine Avenue. The consent agenda includes contracts for a $1.4M FEMA drainage inlet project, a $250,000 engineering task order, and a $126,790 dump truck purchase. The City Attorney will report on St. Andrews Marina lease negotiations and request an executive session regarding a lawsuit. The commission will also consider approving the full design of the West Beach Drive sidewalk project.

• Final reading of Ordinance 3199 authorizing speed detection systems in school zones.
• Award of Bid PC23-056 for FEMA drainage inlets to BCL Civil Contractors, Inc. for $1,411,600.
• Approval of a contract with RedSpeed Florida, LLC for speed detection equipment and services.
• Consideration to approve full design of concept three of the West Beach Drive multi-use sidewalk project.
• Request to schedule an executive session to discuss Gold Nugget Inc. v. City of Panama City (Case No. 21-001122CA).

Community Redevelopment Board

The CRA will review the updated Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Rebate Program and discuss the A.D. Harris Learning Village Request for Proposals. The board will also consider a contract award for the Millville Waterfront Park Improvement Project.

• Contract award of $117,277.00 to Keep It Moving Contracting, LLC for Millville Waterfront Park Improvement Project
• Review and discussion of updated CRA Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Rebate Program
• Discussion regarding A.D. Harris Learning Village Request for Proposals (RFP)
• Approval of February 20, 2024, meeting minutes

City Commission Meetings

This is a special call meeting with the primary item being a report and discussion on the St. Andrews Marina. Supporting documents include a letter on the lease status, a ground lease, and an interim agreement with St. Andrews Marina Partners, LLC. The meeting also includes audience participation periods for agenda items and general city issues.

• Report and discussion on the St. Andrews Marina
• Letter to commission re status of lease for St. Andrews Marina
• Fully executed interim agreement with St. Andrews Marina Partners, LLC (12-12-2023)
• FDEP letter re St. Andrews Marina (01-24-2024)
• Interim review and comments (03.15.2024)

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold first public hearings on two ordinances to change the land-use and zoning designations of 517 Church Avenue to Residential and R-1. It will also take a final vote on Ordinance 3199 authorizing speed-detection systems in school zones. Consent items include a $113,500 contract for permitting software and a $40,000 budget amendment for a Safe Streets grant match.

• First public hearing on Ordinance 3205.1 to amend Future Land Use Map to Residential for 517 Church Avenue
• First public hearing on Ordinance 3205.2 to rezone 517 Church Avenue to Residential-1 (R-1)
• Final reading of Ordinance 3199 authorizing speed detection systems in school zones
• Approval of $113,500 three-year contract with Cloudpermit for permitting and digital plan review software
• Approval of $40,000 budget amendment for Safe Streets For All grant match to Emerald Coast Regional Council

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings on eight land development requests, including a major development for four-story apartments at 711 W. Beach Drive, two variances, and several land use changes and rezonings. The Board has final decision authority on the major development and variances, and will make recommendations to the City Commission on annexations, land use changes, and rezonings.

• Major development for four-story apartments at 711 W. Beach Drive (3.15 acres, Downtown District)
• Variance for a 7 ft. setback instead of required 20 ft. at 906 N. Bonita Ave (Habitat for Humanity)
• Variance to reduce roof pitch requirement to 3:12 at 1606 Louisiana Avenue
• Annexation, land use change, and rezoning to General Commercial-2 at 2306 Michigan Avenue (0.826 acres)
• Final plat approval for Phase 3A of SweetBay subdivision (21.85 acres)

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold final public hearings on two voluntary annexations and zoning changes at 3030 W. 27th Court and 3721 Shoreline Circle, plus a development agreement for the latter. They will also consider awarding over $21.8 million in CDBG-DR contracts for the Restore Millville project, approve engineering contracts for lift station hardening and drainage, and authorize negotiations to buy 1128 Chestnut Avenue for a public parking garage.

• Final hearings on annexation and zoning for 0.909 acres at 3030 W. 27th Court and 7.128 acres at 3721 Shoreline Circle
• Award of CDBG-DR Restore Millville contracts: Subsections A ($5.6M) and C ($5.8M) to Mainline Construction, Subsection B ($10.4M) to Gulf Coast Utility Contractors
• Amendment No. 1 to Halff Associates for Robinson Bayou Drainage Project Phase 1B: $923,443
• Authorizing negotiations to purchase 1128 Chestnut Avenue for a public parking garage
• First reading of Ordinance 3199 authorizing speed detection systems in school zones

Community Redevelopment Board

The CRA Board will consider appointing Jonathan H. Hayes as Executive Director and Brandy Waldron as Deputy Executive Director. They will also review a memorandum of understanding regarding restroom construction in McKenzie Park.

• Appointment of Jonathan H. Hayes as Executive Director
• Appointment of Brandy Waldron as Deputy Executive Director
• MOU with Downtown Improvement Board for McKenzie Park restrooms
• Approval of January 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee

The Infrastructure Surtax Oversight Committee is meeting to approve the use of surtax funds spent between September 9, 2023, and December 31, 2023. The body will also review and approve minutes from the November 8, 2023, meeting.

• Financial review and approval of surtax money used from 9/09/2023 to 12/31/2023
• Approval of November 8, 2023, meeting minutes

City Commission Meetings

The Panama City Commission will hold final hearings on two ordinances to rezone 733 Highway 231 to General Commercial and GC-2, and first hearings on annexation and rezoning of 3030 W 27th Court to Residential R-1. The board will consider awarding a $15.17M (up to $15.93M with contingency) construction contract for CDBG-DR Area A-2 improvements to Extreme Land Clearing & Excavation LLC, and a draft RFP for Downtown Marina redevelopment. Consent items include rejecting bids for traffic signal and CCTV contracts, purchasing two CNG garbage trucks for $936,114, and approving several special event permits.

• Second/final hearings on Ordinance 3197.1 (General Commercial land use) and 3197.2 (GC-2 zoning) for 733 Highway 231
• First hearings on voluntary annexation and Residential R-1 zoning for 0.909 acres at 3030 W 27th Court
• Final reading of Ordinance 3193 (late-night alcohol hours for March) and Ordinance 3194 (amplified sound regulation at night)
• Consideration of $15,171,116.23 bid award (up to $15,929,672.04) to Extreme Land Clearing & Excavation LLC for CDBG-DR Area A-2 improvements
• Draft Request for Proposals for Downtown Marina Redevelopment to be discussed

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings on several land development requests, including a conceptual plan for SweetBay CDD Phase 1 infrastructure, multiple variance requests for residential setbacks, and an annexation and rezoning at 3721 Shoreline Circle. The board will also discuss a potential $400,000 grant for Bay Memorial Park renovations. The board makes final decisions on variances and conceptual plans, while recommendations on annexations and rezonings go to the City Commission.

• SweetBay CDD Phase 1 Infrastructure Concept Plan (9 acres, PUD) for approval
• Variance request at 103 Wood Trail for 5 ft. side setback instead of required 7 ft.
• Variance request at 1306 Arthur Avenue for 2 ft. setback along 13 Court instead of 20 ft.
• Annexation, land use change, and rezoning to R-2 at 3721 Shoreline Circle (7.128 acres)
• Discussion of up to $400,000 Recreation Trails Program grant for Bay Memorial Park

Community Redevelopment Board

The Community Redevelopment Agency is reviewing multiple grant applications for business improvements across the DT, STA, and MLV districts. The board will also consider adopting the City of Panama City purchasing manual for CRA use.

• Commercial Improvement Grant for Purpose Brewed LLC at 102 E 4th St ($10,389)
• Commercial Improvement Grant for Acorns To Oaks Academy at 401 6th St ($50,000)
• Commercial Sign Voucher for Acorns To Oaks Academy at 401 6th St ($1,992.50)
• Commercial Improvement Grant for Charlie Coram's Place, Inc. at 2711 W 15th St ($50,000)
• Resolution No. 20240109.7 to adopt the City of Panama City purchasing manual

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will consider several ordinances regarding property rezoning and voluntary annexations. The agenda also includes budget amendments for law enforcement and infrastructure projects.

• Bid award of $1,468,813.00 to C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. for Nelson Street Shipyard drainage
• Public hearings for rezoning at 819 & 821 E 7th Court and 561 E 5th St
• Annexation of property at 2337 St. Andrews Boulevard and 3721 Shoreline Circle
• Millville Community Redevelopment Agency parcel purchase for $18,000.00
• Budget amendment to accept a $35,000.00 FDOT grant

City Commission Meetings

The Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund, Inc. board will meet to ratify past quarter's activity, approve financial reports, and consider engaging Carr, Riggs & Ingram to reinstate the fund's nonprofit status. They will also consider providing additional funding for the After School Assistance Program (ASAP) for fiscal year 2023 and confirm officers.

• Consideration to engage Carr, Riggs & Ingram to reinstate nonprofit status of the Panama City Florida Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund
• Consideration to provide additional funding for the After School Assistance Program (ASAP) for fiscal year 2023
• Ratification of past quarter's activity related to the fund
• Approval of financial reports for FY24 Q1
• Confirmation of officers

Planning Board

The Panama City Planning Board will hold public hearings on several land development requests, including variances, a right-of-way vacation, annexations, and rezonings. The board will also receive a presentation on funding for Joe Moody Harris Park renovations. The most consequential item is a proposal to rezone 14.8 acres at 733 Highway 231 from Planned Unit Development to General Commercial-2.

• Rezoning of 14.80 acres at 733 Highway 231 from Planned Unit Development to General Commercial-2 (GC-2) for commercial use
• Annexation and rezoning of 0.91 acres at 3030 W 27th Court from Bay County Residential-1 to Panama City Residential-1 (R-1)
• Variance request for a 13-foot front setback instead of the required 20 feet at 225 N. East Avenue
• Vacation of a 20-foot platted easement north of 1615 Drummond Avenue
• Presentation on securing Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Joe Moody Harris Park renovations at 2300 E 9th Court

Business Impact Statements

The Panama City Council is reviewing Business Impact Statements for nine ordinances (3193, 3194, 3213, 3225, 3226, 3244, 3247, 3239) at meetings on January 3 and 4, 2024, and later dates. The agenda lists only the statements and associated PDF documents, with no details on the ordinances' content or any decisions.

• Ordinance 3193 Business Impact Statement (Jan 3, 2024, 10:45 a.m.)
• Ordinance 3194 Business Impact Statement (Jan 4, 2024, 1:45 p.m.)
• Ordinance 3213 Business Impact Statement (May 22, 2024, 9:16 a.m.)
• Ordinance 3225 and 3226 Business Impact Statements (July 1, 2024)
• Ordinance 3239 Business Impact Statement (Nov 5, 2024)