Islamorada, Village of Islands meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Islamorada agendas take up wastewater rates, a $350,000 school pedestrian grant and a Plantation Key land-use request

Over the past two weeks, Islamorada's Village Council and its advisory bodies listed a wastewater rate change, a state pedestrian-safety grant of up to $350,000, an updated stormwater master plan and a beneficial use determination for a Mile Marker 83 property. Minutes for these meetings had not been published in the records provided as of Oct. 19, so no outcome — approval, denial or vote tally — is confirmed here. What follows is what was scheduled, not what was decided.

Wastewater rates, FDOT grant and stormwater plan (Oct. 6)

The Village Council agenda for Oct. 6 at Founders Park Community Center listed a resolution amending the wastewater utility rate schedule (Section 62-31) based on the Raftelis Wastewater Rate Study. It also listed a Florida Department of Transportation grant agreement for School Pedestrian Safety Projects — Pedestrian Buffers Near Schools, FM 458467-1-54-01 — providing reimbursement funding up to $350,000.

Other items on that agenda: a resolution adopting the updated Stormwater Management Master Plan; a change order for the Founders Park Pool Resurfacing Project, including a contingency fund; and Work Authorization No. 4 with WSP USA, Inc. for Canal #119 Plantation Key backfilling restoration design and permitting. The council was also scheduled to discuss 2027 legislative priorities and to consider appointments to the Canvassing Board for the November 5 election.

Bonefish Holding request near Mile Marker 83 (Oct. 8)

The Village Council's Oct. 8 agenda at Founders Park Community Center centered on a quasi-judicial resolution considering a request by Bonefish Holding, LLC for a beneficial use determination for property at approximately Mile Marker 83, real estate number 00404520-000000. Planning Director Jennifer DeBoisbriand was listed as presenting (TAB A). The rest of the agenda was procedural: roll call, pledge, communications and public comment.

Plantation Key land-use and zoning request (Oct. 12)

The Local Planning Agency was scheduled to meet Oct. 12 at 5:30 PM at Founders Park Community Center, 87000 Overseas Highway, for two public hearings on ordinances requested by Ty Harris, agent for Native Rental Properties LLC. The property is 88901 Old Hwy on Plantation Key, real estate numbers 00419295-000500, -000600 and -000700.

One ordinance would change the Future Land Use Map from Residential Conservation (RC) to Mixed Use (MU); the other would change the Official Zoning Map from Native Residential (NR) to Highway Commercial (HC). Both would be transmitted to the State Department of Commerce and take effect upon that department's approval. The consent agenda listed approval of minutes for the Sept. 14, 2026 meeting.

Housing advisory council: rental validation (Oct. 5)

The Workforce Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Council agenda for Oct. 5, 5:00 PM, at 86800 Overseas Highway, 3rd Floor Conference Room, with a Zoom option, listed approval of minutes from the Aug. 3, 2026 meeting, the introduction and welcome of a new member, and a discussion on Annual Rental Validation Compliance and Enforcement. Old Business, Staff Update and the Action Items List were listed without specific items. Public comment was accepted by email to [email protected] by 9 a.m. the day of the meeting.

Youth Council goals (Oct. 14)

The Youth Council agenda listed new member orientation, annual committee chair elections, and discussion of 2026-2027 goals including Teen Night Out events, a Butterfly Garden and the Too Good to Go App, along with planning for the 8th Annual Trunk or Treat on October 24th.

Coming up

Oct. 20 — Code Compliance Hearing. Three cases are listed: OPM Collectors LLC (88005 Overseas Hwy), Hampson Michael J & Velazquez Elaine Ruiz (164 Mohawk St), and Arbortech Tree and Landscape (86560 Overseas Hwy). The body will also address affidavits of compliance, non-compliance and default.

Oct. 20 — Near Shore Water Regulation Citizens' Advisory Committee. Agenda items include an update on Bird Stakes on the Flat at Robbie's Marina, a follow-up on the Starks Wheel Ditch Slow Speed Zone, a review of the Tavernier Creek Extension of Slow Speed Zone, an update on the Boat Ramp at Founders Park, an update on the Sea Oats Beach Shoreline project, and updates from the Sheriff's Office.

Islamorada Agendas Take Up Wastewater Rates, $350,000 School Safety Grant, and Two Land-Use Requests

Islamorada's Village Council and its advisory bodies met four times in the past two weeks, with agendas covering proposed wastewater rate changes, a state grant of up to $350,000 for pedestrian safety near schools, an updated stormwater plan, and two requests to change land-use and zoning rules. Minutes have not been published for any of these meetings, so no votes, approvals, or outcomes are confirmed here. What follows is what appeared on the agendas.

Village Council, Oct. 6: Wastewater Rates and a School Safety Grant

The council met at Founders Park Community Center to act on a consent agenda of resolutions plus several separate resolutions and motions. The listed items included:

• A resolution amending the wastewater utility rate schedule (Section 62-31) based on the Raftelis Wastewater Rate Study.
• An FDOT grant agreement for School Pedestrian Safety Projects (Pedestrian Buffers Near Schools, FM 458467-1-54-01), providing reimbursement funding up to $350,000.
• A resolution adopting the updated Stormwater Management Master Plan.
• A change order for the Founders Park Pool Resurfacing Project, including a contingency fund.
• Work Authorization No. 4 with WSP USA, Inc. for Canal #119 Plantation Key backfilling restoration design and permitting.

The council was also scheduled to discuss 2027 legislative priorities and to consider appointments to the Canvassing Board for the November 5 election.

Village Council, Oct. 8: Bonefish Holding Request

The council's main substantive item was a quasi-judicial resolution considering a request by Bonefish Holding, LLC for a beneficial use determination for property at approximately Mile Marker 83, real estate number 00404520-000000. Planning Director Jennifer DeBoisbriand was listed as presenting (TAB A). The rest of the agenda was procedural: roll call, pledge, communications, and public comment. No other decisions, contracts, or ordinances were listed.

Local Planning Agency, Oct. 12: Land-Use and Zoning Requests

The Local Planning Agency met at 5:30 p.m. at Founders Park Community Center, 87000 Overseas Highway, for two public hearings on ordinances requested by Ty Harris, agent for Native Rental Properties LLC. The property is at 88901 Old Hwy on Plantation Key, real estate numbers 00419295-000500, -000600 and -000700.

One ordinance would change the Future Land Use Map from Residential Conservation (RC) to Mixed Use (MU). The other would change the Official Zoning Map from Native Residential (NR) to Highway Commercial (HC). Both ordinances would be transmitted to the State Department of Commerce and take effect upon that department's approval. The consent agenda included approval of minutes for the September 14, 2026 meeting.

Housing Committee, Oct. 5: Rental Validation

The Workforce Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Council met at 5:00 p.m. at 86800 Overseas Highway, 3rd Floor Conference Room, with a Zoom option. The agenda listed approval of minutes from the August 3, 2026 meeting, introducing and welcoming a new member, and a discussion on Annual Rental Validation Compliance and Enforcement. The Old Business, Staff Update, and Action Items List sections were listed without specific items. Public comment could be submitted by email to [email protected] by 9 a.m. the day of the meeting, or by phone during the meeting.

Coming up

Oct. 14 — Islamorada Youth Council. The body is scheduled to hold new member orientation and elect annual committee chairs. It will discuss goals for the 2026-2027 term, including Teen Night Out events, a Butterfly Garden, and the Too Good to Go App, and plan the 8th Annual Trunk or Treat on October 24th.

Islamorada Council reviews FY 2026-2027 budget options at workshops

The Islamorada Village Council held three budget workshops over the past two weeks to review the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, including multiple tentative millage rate options. No formal decisions were made, as minutes from these meetings have not yet been published. Other committees also met to discuss affordable housing income limits and land acquisition priorities.

Budget workshops

The council met on Aug. 4, Aug. 5, and Aug. 6 to review the proposed budget. The agenda included four tentative millage rate options: 2.8000, 2.7481, 2.7231, and 2.6500. Discussions covered the General Fund, departmental allocations (Village Manager, Fire Rescue, Public Works, and others), the Building Fund, Solid Waste, Transportation, Affordable Housing, Impact Fees, Capital Projects, and Debt Services. Specific items included the Plantation Yacht Harbor Marina budget and wastewater and stormwater systems. Public participation was available via email or Zoom, with a submission deadline of 9 a.m. the day before each meeting.

Baseball field license agreement

On July 27, the Village Council held a special call meeting to review plans and a proposed license agreement for a baseball field. The agenda listed only a discussion of the proposed agreement; no minutes have been published.

Affordable housing committee

The Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee met on Aug. 3 to discuss income limit tables and annual affordable rental income certifications. The agenda included a staff update and a public comment period. Minutes are not yet available.

Land acquisition committee

The Land Acquisition Advisory Committee met on Aug. 5 to approve minutes from May 6 and review the Village Acquisition Priority List, the Quarterly Action Plan, and the Legacy Hammock Program. The committee also set a date for its next meeting. Minutes have not been published.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days.

Islamorada Roundup: Founder's Park, Baseball Field Talks Held; Budget Workshops Ahead

Islamorada's Village Council and advisory committees held three meetings in the past two weeks, but minutes have not yet been published for any of them, so no formal decisions are on the record. The meetings covered a revised Founder's Park license agreement, near-shore water regulations, and a proposed baseball field license agreement. Several budget workshops and committee meetings are scheduled for the coming week.

Founder's Park License Agreement Discussed

On July 21, 2026, the Monroe County School Board and Islamorada Village Council held a joint special meeting to discuss a revised license agreement for Founder's Park. The agenda listed review of several specific sections: Subsection 3.b. on renewal options, Subsection 4.c. on approved plans, Section 8 on maintenance costs, and Section 12 on termination. Minutes have not yet been published, so no actions or votes are confirmed.

Near Shore Water Regulation Committee Met

Also on July 21, 2026, the Near Shore Water Regulation Citizens Advisory Committee met to approve April 21, 2026 committee minutes and receive updates on several items. The agenda included updates on National Marine Sanctuary regulations, bird stakes on the flat at Robbie's Marina, the Tavernier Creek extension of the slow speed zone, and the Clean Marina Program. Minutes are not yet available.

Baseball Field License Agreement Reviewed

On July 27, 2026, the Village Council held a special call meeting to review plans and a proposed license agreement for a baseball field. The agenda listed a single item: discussion of the proposed baseball field license agreement. No minutes have been published, so no decision is confirmed.

Coming Up

August 3 — Workforce / Affordable Housing Citizens Advisory Committee. The committee will discuss the affordable housing income limit table and annual affordable rental income certifications, with a staff update and public comment period.

August 4 and August 5 — Village Council Budget Workshops. The Council will review the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, including tentative millage rate options of 2.8000, 2.7481, 2.7231, and 2.6500. Discussions will cover the General Fund, departmental allocations for Village Manager, Fire Rescue, and Public Works, plus the Building Fund, Solid Waste, Transportation, Affordable Housing, and Impact Fee updates. Capital projects, debt services, and the Plantation Yacht Harbor Marina budget are also on the agenda. The August 5 meeting allows public participation via email or Zoom dial-in (ID: 911 0656 4166), with submissions due by 9 a.m. the day before.

August 5 — Land Acquisition Advisory Committee. Scheduled for 9:30 a.m., the committee will approve May 6, 2026 meeting minutes and review the Village Acquisition Priority List, Quarterly Action Plan, and Legacy Hammock Program.

August 6 — Village Council Budget Workshop. A third budget workshop continues review of the FY 2026-2027 proposed budget, including wastewater and stormwater systems under TABs 12 and 13, affordable housing under TAB 7, and the Plantation Yacht Harbor Marina under TAB 11.

No formal decisions are scheduled at the upcoming budget workshops, according to the agendas.

Islamorada roundup: Millage rate, dock variance on council agendas; minutes not yet published

Islamorada's Village Council had a busy stretch, with the proposed property-tax (millage) rate for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and an amended police-services agreement with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office on the July 7 agenda. Minutes from the recent meetings have not yet been published, so final actions and vote tallies are not available; the following reflects what was scheduled for consideration.

Village Council — July 7

The council was set to consider a resolution setting the proposed millage rate for FY 2026-2027 and establishing the rolled-back rate, along with scheduling budget hearings. The millage rate affects the property taxes residents pay in the coming fiscal year. Also on the agenda: a second amendment to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office police services agreement for FY 2027; second readings of five charter-amendment ordinances — covering staggered terms, council compensation, vacancy filling, and super-majority voting — that would go to a November 2026 referendum; Work Authorization #2 with Wade Trim for the NPK Transfer Pump Station Upgrade project controls and oversight; and approval of a baseball field license agreement with Monroe County Schools. Updates were also scheduled on the Stormwater Master Plan, the FKAA Transmission Main, and Everglades Restoration.

Village Council — July 9

A quasi-judicial public hearing was scheduled on a dock-length variance request at 18 Avacado Street on Upper Matecumbe Key. The applicant, Glen Boe & Associates for David Van Sant, proposed a pier-type dock with a 740-square-foot footprint: a 4-by-145-foot access walk and an 8-by-20-foot terminal platform. The meeting also included general public comment.

Historic Preservation Commission — July 15

A largely procedural meeting. The only substantive item was a request to schedule an off-site meeting, listed as a discussion item. The consent agenda included approval of the June 17, 2026 meeting minutes.

Ron Levy Aquatic Center History and Records Wall Task Force — July 15

The task force reviewed the Call to Artists requirements, location, process, and scoring, and planned pool history and records board requirements. The proposed timeline calls for selecting three artists for detailed proposals and budgets by August, evaluating proposals and making a selection recommendation by November, and holding an installation celebration in May.

Coming up

• **July 21:** The Near Shore Water Regulation Citizens Advisory Committee meets to approve April 21, 2026 committee minutes, discuss water management strategies, and receive updates from the Sheriff's Office and the National Marine Sanctuary. Agenda items include National Marine Sanctuary regulations, bird stakes on the flat at Robbie's Marina, the Tavernier Creek extension of the slow-speed zone, and the Clean Marina Program.