Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Panama City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in parks rec with low priority
Joe Moody Harris Park playground
The city approved an agreement with Struthers Recreation to purchase and install a playground at Joe Moody Harris Park — a project a resident praised as long overdue.
Matching funds and contract standardization for Waterfront Partnership
The CRA matched $8,150 raised by the Historic St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership — the group that runs the museum, farmers market, school trips, and Christmas lights — though one resident objected to continued nonprofit funding. The board then told staff to standardize the partnership's contract with the Center for the Arts.
Destination Panama City snorkeling reef
The city authorized its manager to help Destination Panama City secure permits and waiver letters for a snorkeling reef project off the city marina.
Matching grant for St. Andrews Publishing Museum
The CRA matched $1,850 raised by the Historic St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership for the museum under their three-year operating agreement.