Frank DiDonato

November property tax referendum threat to city budget

Roughly one-third of the city's property tax income could be cut if the amendment passes.

Censure controversy involving Vice Mayor Koulias

No direct cost, though disputes handled internally could avoid expensive ethics proceedings or lawsuits.

Residential property maintenance

$25 a day accrues against the owners starting April 9, 2026 until the lot is maintained.

Historic district design reviews for downtown properties

Cost of rerouting or redoing the gas line will fall on the property owner, with the total still to be negotiated.

Electric Bicycle Safety Regulations

Signage and enforcement costs weren't itemized, but enforcement begins with education and warnings rather than fines.

Flooding and floodplain resilience

Flood mitigation construction is ongoing around the city; specific costs were not given.

Protected tree removal enforcement

Grant money is covering tree inventory, planting, and trimming now, but future funding is uncertain and an in-house tree crew has been floated as a budget alternative.

Sustainability Plan charter deadline (Oct. 1, 2027)

Could eventually affect what developers build and pay for, but only as voluntary incentives under current state law.

Land Development Code Articles V and VIII Updates

Streamlining variance processes for legally non-conforming lots will reduce application and review costs for property owners.

Community Solar Program (Switch Together)

Federal tax credits expire in 2027; payback periods run roughly 8-12 years without them, and the landfill/dredge sites could offset major grid demand.

Jolley Trolley Funding Renewal

Costs the general fund $63,911 this year, rising up to 6.4% annually over the three-year term.

Sustainable Development Recognition Program

Voluntary program with no direct city cost beyond staff time; developers may save on water, energy, and stormwater costs.

Short-term rental at 624 Cross Street

The owner would pay for a city business tax receipt; no direct cost or revenue to other residents.

Historical Safford House Roof Replacement

Deferred; the award amount was not stated in the provided materials.

Preservation standards for the Safford House museum

Cedar roofs cost more to maintain and last roughly 15-20 years versus up to 50 for composite, but the board ruled cost can't legally drive the decision.

Utility and Public Works Contract Renewals

Pump repair renewal alone is estimated at up to $240,000 for the year, funded from water and sewer utility budgets.

Board operations: vice chair, meeting room and time

Overtime/staffing costs for late meetings could drop, but no numbers were given.

Proposed demolition of 1909 house at 17 W. Orange Street for AHEPA museum

The organization faces corrective permit work and previously received a $15,000 city matching grant for facade work at 20 W. Tarpon Avenue.

Flock license-plate camera renewal

A recurring contract cost for police technology services.

Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle Regulations

Ongoing daily fines continue to run against the property owner until compliance.

Resolution 2026-17 — Ratification of Election Results

Appointment to General Employees Pension Board

Appointment to Pinellas County Sun Coast Transit Authority

New meeting start time of 6 p.m. beginning April 28

Case 25-80000727 – Pierre Fred William – 1217 E. Lemon Street

Case 26-80000758 – Peter Kousathanas – 1508 Poinsettia Avenue

Case 25-80000586 – Freddie Mac Trust – 1107 Goshen Road

Case 25-80000734 – Anthony and Deena Esposito – 527 Doric Court

CEB Meeting Minutes – March 12, 2026

Application 26-23: Certificate of appropriateness for composite roof at Safford House

Election of Chairperson

Election of Vice-Chairperson

Variance #26-06 — Gunther staircase encroachment, 233 Grand Boulevard

Consent Agenda (Items 6-11)

Ratification and Oath of Office; Assistant City Manager W. Scott Young (Item 12)

Ratification and Oath of Office; Fire Chief Craig Misener (Item 13)

Code Enforcement Supervisor Full-Time Status Change (Item 14)

Support for Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program Grant (Item 15)

Project Administration Department Audit #12_2025 (Item 16)

Award ITB No. 260120-B-JL, Craig Park Seawall Phase 1-REBID (Item 17)

Resolution 2026-17 — Ratification of Election Results

Consent Agenda (Items 6-11)

Ratification and Oath of Office; Fire Chief Craig Misener (Item 13)

Code Enforcement Supervisor Full-Time Status Change (Item 14)

Support for Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program Grant (Item 15)

Project Administration Department Audit #12_2025 (Item 16)

Clerk's Office Building Change Order No. 2 (Item 18)

Organizational Changes for Water and Wastewater Utilities Career Progression (Item 19)

Ordinance 2026-01 (2nd Reading) — Boat Launch Permit, Section 5-26

Ordinance 2026-02 (2nd Reading) — Parking of Large Vehicles and Trailers in Residential Districts, Section 18-14

Consent Agenda (Items 2-14)

Consent Agenda (Items 1-14)

Reconsideration of Harbour Watch Agreement Expiration

Item 16: $150,000 Increase for OVIVO OEM Parts & Service

Appointments to Marine Commerce Committee

Appointments to Heritage Preservation Board

Appointment to Budget Advisory Committee

Appointment of Commissioner to PSTA Board

Resolution 2026-04: Conditional Use for Tourist Home at 200 Grand Boulevard

Resolution 2026-06: CDBG Grant Application for Splash Park Improvements

Resolution 2026-10: CDBG Grant Application for Community Center Improvements

Resolution 2026-09: Budget Amendment for FY 2025-26

Resolution 2026-12: One-Time Utility Connection Incentive Program

Solar Feasibility Study acceptance tabled

Consent agenda approved (items 3-6)

Ordinance 2025-20 second reading — Downtown Character District text amendment

Resolution 2026-05 — Project Administration Department reorganization

Item 20: Resolution 2026-02 — Remove Zoom from meeting rules

Other local governments have dropped Zoom; Microsoft Teams may offer a cheaper alternative.