Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Clearwater public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in roads with high priority
Osceola Corridor Improvements
A $10.4 million project will replace water, sewer, and stormwater pipes and add reclaimed water on Osceola Avenue, starting January 2027. Expect construction impacts along the corridor for about a year.
Parking Operations Modernization and Fee Increases (Ordinance 9909-26)
The council approved updating parking regulations to allow mobile payments and digital permits while raising standard parking fines by $20 to encourage compliance.
Country Thunder Florida Parking and Downtown Access
City officials outlined parking plans and festival logistics for the upcoming Country Thunder Florida event at The Sound, aiming to balance large crowds with downtown merchant access.
State Road 60 Corridor Study Agreement
Council questioned whether to contribute $200,000 to an ongoing FDOT corridor study, given past disagreements over options for the dangerous Belcher Road intersection.