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A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AND WORKSHOP AGENDAS D. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION E. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES F.1 Approval of the following BoC Minutes: July 7, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting; July 21, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting; and August 4, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting. 07.21.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 07.21.2026 Regular Minutes.docx 07.07.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 07.07.2026 Regular Minutes.docx 08.04.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 08.04.2026 Regular Minutes.docx G. CONSENT AGENDA G.1 FY27 Contract for Communication Services with Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Treasure Island.FY27.Contract.pdf G.2 Resolution 2026-09, Repealing and Replacing Resolution 2024-03 to Update the Parks and Recreation Facilities Rental Policy for City of Treasure Island Historically Recognized Non-Profit Groups and Organizations RES 2024-03-SIGNED.pdf BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS 10451 GULF BLVD TREASURE ISLAND, FL 33706 MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA This meeting will immediately follow the Board of Commissioners Workshop

Resolution 2026-09.pdf G.3 Consideration to Renew the Sponsorship Contract with Which Treasure Island Owner, LLC for Sanding Ovations First Amendment to the Which Contract_SIGNED .pdf Sponsorship Contract SIGNED.pdf Bilmar request for Sanding Ovations Contract renewal.pdf G.4 Consideration to Renew the Operation Contract with CeeJay of Pinellas, Inc. for Sanding Ovations Resolution 09-46.pdf Operations Contract SIGNED.pdf First Amendment to the CeeJays Contract .pdf Letter of Request.pdf CeeJays First Amendment Agreement_SIGNED.pdf G.5 Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS), National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating System (CRS) Program Annual Report. 2024-2025 Annual Report Overview.docx FDEM 27P-22 Pinellas Compliance Letter.pdf LMS Annual Update Report 2024-2025.pdf G.6 Consideration for the Renewal of the Director of Tennis Services Agreement Between the City of Treasure Island and Philip Girardi First Amendment to the Philip Girardi Contract .pdf H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS H.1 Ordinance 2026-25, Adopting a Property Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2027 - First Reading and Public Hearing FY 2027 1st Budget Hearing Presentation.pdf Ord 2026-25 FY2027 Millage.pdf H.2 Ordinance 2026-26, First Budget Public Hearing for FY 2027 Budget Ord 2026-26 FY2027 Budget.pdf H.3 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-16 - Establishing Chapter 61, Procedures Ordinance 2026-16 Chapter 61 Procedures.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-16.pdf LPA RES 2026-04.pdf H.4 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-17 - Amending Chapter 68, Zoning Regulations Ordinance 2026-17 Chapter 68 Zoning.pdf Exhibit A to Ord 2026-17 Chapter 68.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-17.pdf LPA RES 2026-05.pdf H.5 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-18 - Amending Chapter 72, Landscaping Final Ordinance 2026-18 Chapter 72 Landscaping.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-18.pdf LPA RES 2026-06.pdf

H.6 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-19 - Amending Chapter 74, Subdivisions Final Ordinance 2026-19 Chapter 74 Subdivisions.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-19.pdf LPA RES 2026-07.pdf H.7 First Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance No. 2026-23, Budget Amendment for Revenues Grant Budget Amendment 2026-23.xlsx Backup of ORDINANCE_2026-23 Grant Revenue V1.docx H.8 First Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance No. 2026-24, Budget Amendment for Capital Project Expenses Copy of Budget Amendment 2026-24 9.3.26.xlsx ORDINANCE_2026-24-Annual BA for CIP.docx H.9 Resolution 2026-10 Establishing a Charter Review Committee Resolution 2026-10 Charter Review Committee.docx H.10Treasure Bay (Commissioner Czyszczon) I. CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY REPORT J. COMMISSIONER REPORTS K. ADJOURNMENT For any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the board, agency, or commission with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based [F.S. 286.0105]. NOTE: Any transcript shall be requested and made by the individual requesting same at his or her own expense. Therefore, a court reporter may be desired or required accordingly. Any person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding is entitled to assistance at no cost. Please contact the Office of the City Clerk in writing at 10451 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL, 33706 or by phone at (727) 547-4575 at least two working days prior to the meeting to advise what assistance is needed.

A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AND WORKSHOP AGENDAS D. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION E. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES F.1 Approval of the following BoC Minutes: July 7, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting; July 21, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting; and August 4, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting. 07.21.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 07.21.2026 Regular Minutes.docx 07.07.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 07.07.2026 Regular Minutes.docx 08.04.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 08.04.2026 Regular Minutes.docx G. CONSENT AGENDA G.1 FY27 Contract for Communication Services with Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Treasure Island.FY27.Contract.pdf G.2 Resolution 2026-09, Repealing and Replacing Resolution 2024-03 to Update the Parks and Recreation Facilities Rental Policy for City of Treasure Island Historically Recognized Non-Profit Groups and Organizations RES 2024-03-SIGNED.pdf BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS 10451 GULF BLVD TREASURE ISLAND, FL 33706 MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA This meeting will immediately follow the Board of Commissioners Workshop 1

Resolution 2026-09.pdf G.3 Consideration to Renew the Sponsorship Contract with Which Treasure Island Owner, LLC for Sanding Ovations First Amendment to the Which Contract_SIGNED .pdf Sponsorship Contract SIGNED.pdf Bilmar request for Sanding Ovations Contract renewal.pdf G.4 Consideration to Renew the Operation Contract with CeeJay of Pinellas, Inc. for Sanding Ovations Resolution 09-46.pdf Operations Contract SIGNED.pdf First Amendment to the CeeJays Contract .pdf Letter of Request.pdf CeeJays First Amendment Agreement_SIGNED.pdf G.5 Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS), National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating System (CRS) Program Annual Report. 2024-2025 Annual Report Overview.docx FDEM 27P-22 Pinellas Compliance Letter.pdf LMS Annual Update Report 2024-2025.pdf G.6 Consideration for the Renewal of the Director of Tennis Services Agreement Between the City of Treasure Island and Philip Girardi First Amendment to the Philip Girardi Contract .pdf H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS H.1 Ordinance 2026-25, Adopting a Property Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2027 - First Reading and Public Hearing FY 2027 1st Budget Hearing Presentation.pdf Ord 2026-25 FY2027 Millage.pdf H.2 Ordinance 2026-26, First Budget Public Hearing for FY 2027 Budget Ord 2026-26 FY2027 Budget.pdf H.3 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-16 - Establishing Chapter 61, Procedures Ordinance 2026-16 Chapter 61 Procedures.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-16.pdf LPA RES 2026-04.pdf H.4 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-17 - Amending Chapter 68, Zoning Regulations Ordinance 2026-17 Chapter 68 Zoning.pdf Exhibit A to Ord 2026-17 Chapter 68.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-17.pdf LPA RES 2026-05.pdf H.5 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-18 - Amending Chapter 72, Landscaping Final Ordinance 2026-18 Chapter 72 Landscaping.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-18.pdf LPA RES 2026-06.pdf 2

H.6 First Reading of Ordinance 2026-19 - Amending Chapter 74, Subdivisions Final Ordinance 2026-19 Chapter 74 Subdivisions.pdf Business Impact Estimate - Ord 2026-19.pdf LPA RES 2026-07.pdf H.7 First Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance No. 2026-23, Budget Amendment for Revenues Grant Budget Amendment 2026-23.xlsx Backup of ORDINANCE_2026-23 Grant Revenue V1.docx H.8 First Reading and Public Hearing of Ordinance No. 2026-24, Budget Amendment for Capital Project Expenses Copy of Budget Amendment 2026-24 9.3.26.xlsx ORDINANCE_2026-24-Annual BA for CIP.docx H.9 Resolution 2026-10 Establishing a Charter Review Committee Resolution 2026-10 Charter Review Committee.docx H.10Treasure Bay (Commissioner Czyszczon) I. CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY REPORT J. COMMISSIONER REPORTS K. ADJOURNMENT For any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the board, agency, or commission with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based [F.S. 286.0105]. NOTE: Any transcript shall be requested and made by the individual requesting same at his or her own expense. Therefore, a court reporter may be desired or required accordingly. Any person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding is entitled to assistance at no cost. Please contact the Office of the City Clerk in writing at 10451 Gulf Blvd, Treasure Island, FL, 33706 or by phone at (727) 547-4575 at least two working days prior to the meeting to advise what assistance is needed. 3

AGENDA ITEM NO. F.1 Item Cover Page DATE: September 9, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Lisa-Marie Kennedy, Administration ITEM TYPE: Minutes AGENDA SECTION: APPROVAL OF MINUTES SUBJECT: Approval of the following BoC Minutes: July 7, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting; July 21, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting; and August 4, 2026, Workshop and Regular Meeting. BACKGROUND: Minutes of public meetings are governed by Florida Statute 286.011. The minutes are not required to be verbatim. Minutes will, however, include: the location, time and duration of the meeting; identification of attending Commission Members; titles of topics that were considered; action taken, in the form of motions, seconds, and votes on the motions. The City Clerk's office recognizes the historical value of providing context. To that end, the City Clerk’s office may add a summary of discussions and additional details. POLICY/PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is to review and approve minutes. STRATEGIC PLAN RELEVANCE: . ANALYSIS/DISCUSSION: . FUNDING: There is no cost associated. MOTION: I move to approve the minutes, as presented. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA ITEM REPORT ATTACHMENTS: 07.21.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 07.21.2026 Regular Minutes.docx 4

07.07.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 07.07.2026 Regular Minutes.docx 08.04.2026 Workshop Minutes.docx 08.04.2026 Regular Minutes.docx 5

1 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR WORKSHOP TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 – 5:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS 10451 GULF BLVD TREASURE ISLAND, FL 33706 MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Doctor called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and led in the pledge of allegiance. Present: Mayor John Doctor Vice Mayor Tammy Vasquez Commissioner Chris Clark Commissioner Arden Dickey Absent: Commissioner Arthur Czyszczon B. DISCUSSION B.1 City Manager Updates City Manager Charles Van Zant shared a presentation, as contained in background material. Commissioner Dickey asked how much of the code enforcement fines had been collected. City Manager Van Zant said if the property was homesteaded the City could not collect funds until the property sold. Commissioner Dickey wondered if there was an account where code fines were deposited. Mr. James Dixon, Code Enforcement Supervisor, said certifying the lien was the most important step to ensuring fines were collected, fines were settled at a change of ownership, and there was a lien appeal process, but the administrative fee would be collected no matter the amount of the fine. Commissioner Dickey said he was asking because he wanted to know if there would be an increase in code enforcement fines with the addition of two additional code enforcement inspectors. Supervisor Dixon said there would be an increase in fines collected. Commissioner Clark said theoretically the fines would not be collected for an indefinite amount of time. Supervisor Dixon agreed. City Manager Van Zant highlighted homes could be foreclosed if they were not homestead properties. 6

2 City Manager Van Zant continued the presentation. Supervisor Dixon noted the department had been reviewing better software to prepare code enforcement and short-term rental cases. Answering Mayor Doctor, Supervisor Dixon stated the department had begun acquiring the software. Mayor Doctor emphasized the City was taking action to pursue short-term rental enforcement. Commissioner Clark wanted to know if the City was aware of companies purchasing multiple rental properties that were repaired without appropriate permits. Supervisor Dixon said the department was pursuing those properties. City Manager Van Zant resumed the presentation. Commissioner Clark agreed permitting had improved. City Manager Van Zant continued. Vice Mayor Vasquez wanted to know if the City was working on ensuring appropriate permit fees were collected. City Manager Van Zant noted there was upcoming legislation that would change the method of collecting permitting fees and continued reviewing the presentation. City Manager Van Zant relayed a recommendation from the Local Planning Agency (LPA) for changes to the Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan) and requested guidance from the Commission on how to proceed. Following comments about whether the recommendation should be discussed in the Regular Meeting, Commissioner Dickey felt the request was worse than the previous request and the Commission should decline the LPA request. Vice Mayor Vasquez expounded on the interactions between a Comp Plan amendment and Planned Development (PD). Commissioner Dickey felt the LPA request was broader. Vice Mayor Vasquez was not in favor of the recommendation. Commissioner Clark did not agree with the LPA recommendation and did not want to move forward with the recommendation. City Attorney Ralf Brookes stated the PD ordinance did not increase height or density, noted there were limitations on increased heights and densities, and explained the process for changing that limitations. Mayor Doctor said the discussion could continue in the Regular Meeting. B.2 Financial Report - 3rd Quarter 2026 Fiscal Year Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Victor Ortiz shared a presentation, as contained in background material. Vice Mayor Vasquez wanted clarification on what items would be on the budget amendment presented at the next Regular Meeting. CFO Ortiz stated the budget amendment would have several different costs and resumed the presentation. Commissioner Dickey suggested showing actual amounts of revenue for solid waste. CFO Ortiz continued the presentation. Commissioner Clark inquired if there was also a reserve fund. CFO Ortiz confirmed there were three reserve funds that would be discussed fully at the budget meetings. Commissioner Clark liked the reserves. CFO Ortiz explained the budget process. Commissioner Clark commended the City Manager and staff for being a steward of public funds. 7

3 B.3 Sunset Pavilion Discussion (Vice Mayor Vasquez) Vice Mayor Vasquez asked if the showers at the pavilion were operational and if there was a sewage backup in the bathrooms. Assistant City Manager Gary Volenec said there were issues with drainage but they were being addressed and said one of the showers was operational and another one would be completed soon. Commissioner Dickey confirmed the shower was operational. Vice Mayor Vasquez asked if there was a sound stage planned for the pavilion. Commissioner Dickey had not heard anything about a sound stage at the pavilion and, after speaking with staff, did not believe one was planned for the area. Vice Mayor Vasquez was relieved to know there were no plans for a sound stage. City Manager Van Zant noted that he did not appreciate his staff question prior to being consulted himself and stated he would have answered any questions ahead of the meeting. Vice Mayor Vasquez made concluding remarks. C. PUBLIC COMMENT Mr. Mark Hohe, District 3, said he understood why the LPA recommendation had been presented to the Commission and felt the LPA deserved a response; believed the recommendation was incompatible with the proposed PD; did not understand why the LPA was interested in giving away height without a PD agreement; and wanted the Commission to take a vote on the subject. Mr. Shawn Byrnes, Pirate Square, did not like that the discussion of LPA recommendation was not noticed, highlighted Commissioner Dickey had felt the previous attempt of the LPA to present the recommendation was not properly noticed, highlighted Commissioner Dickey’s votes against pro-development initiatives, asked a series of questions regarding Commissioner Dickey’s plans for future development, and relayed a conversation with Raftelis regarding a financial analysis. Mr. Richard Harris, LPA Chair, elaborated on the LPA’s proposed Comp Plan Amendment. Mr. Grant Smith, Sunset Beach, believed a small-scale plan amendment was more appropriate for PDs than a large-scale Comp Plan amendment and questioned the need for increased height and density. 8

4 D. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 p.m. _________________________ John Doctor, Mayor Attest: ___________________________ Lisa-Marie V. Kennedy, City Clerk 9

1 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS 10451 GULF BLVD TREASURE ISLAND, FL 33706 MINUTES A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Doctor called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor John Doctor Vice Mayor Tammy Vasquez Commissioner Chris Clark Commissioner Arden Dickey Absent: Commissioner Arthur Czyszczon C. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AND WORKSHOP AGENDAS Citing the contract amounts, Commissioner Dickey moved Items G.3, Award of the Construction Contract for the Master Pump Station Replacement Project, and G.4, Award of the Construction Contract for the 108th Avenue Seawall Replacement Project, to the beginning of the Regular Agenda. Vice Mayor Vasquez requested Items G.4 and G.6, Increase Purchase Authority for Existing Floodplain Management Contract, be moved to the Regular Agenda. D. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION D.1 Treasure Island Police Department Award Recipient – 2026 Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Enhanced Law Enforcement Engagement Award Police Chief John Barkley shared information on the FDOT Award. E. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Grant Smith, Sunset Beach, spoke on public sentiment regarding height and density. 10

2 Mr. Mark Hohe, District 3, provided an update on the citizen-initiated referendum to require a super majority vote for planned developments and special area plans. Mr. John Petersen, Isle of Capri, believed there was a lack of communication regarding the Commercial Redevelopment plan. Ms. Marie Barba, resident, felt the master plan community meetings should be streamed/televised. Mr. Shawn Byrne, 175 107th Avenue, questioned Commissioner Dickey’s plan to move the City forward. Ms. Barb Adams, Isle of Palms, stated Commissioner Clark attended all community association meetings and was aware of resident sentiment. Mayor Doctor praised Ms. Adam’s Isle of Palms bulletin. Mr. West Evans, Isle of Palms, thanked Commissioner Dickey for his efforts to move the City forward and believed the Commission should provide a response to the LPA’s recommendation regarding the Comp Plan amendment. F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – None. G. CONSENT AGENDA G.1 Contracts to Provide On-Call Disaster Debris Collection, Removal, Monitoring and Management Services G.2 FY 2026 - 2027 Resilient Florida Local Cost Share Commitment Letters G.3 Award of the construction contract for the Master Pump Station Replacement Project (Moved to Item H.1) G.4 Award of the construction contract for the 108th Avenue Seawall Replacement Project (Moved to Item H.2) G.5 Resolution 2026-03, Appointment of Deputy City Clerk Tia Payton G.6 Increase Purchase Authority for existing Floodplain management contract (Moved to Item H.3) Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve the Consent Agenda for G.1, G.2, and G.5, as presented, seconded by Commissioner Dickey, and carried four to zero. H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS H.1 Award of the Construction Contract for the Master Pump Station Replacement Project (Formerly Item G.3.) Commissioner Dickey wanted to discuss the timing of the project due to a pending State grant that would be nullified if work began and wanted the Commission’s feedback on losing that money. Vice Mayor Vasquez would defer to Assistant City Manager Gary Volenec based on the age of the master pump station. City Manager Charles Van Zant stated there had been 11

3 continued construction cost increases and relayed the master pump station replacement had been a high priority for a long time, there was no guarantee on how long it would take to award the contract, and staff’s recommendation was to approve the contract. Commissioner Dickey wanted to know how long it would take to break ground on the project. Assistant City Manager Gary Volenec said groundbreaking would take about 60 days, but the start date could possibly be pushed back; provided background on the grant review process; and noted the secured grant could be lost if action continued to be delayed. Mayor Doctor felt there had been a history of delaying projects in favor of pending grants and felt it was time to act. Commissioner Clark wanted to move forward. Vice Mayor Vasquez agreed to move forward and said larger contracts should not be on the Consent Agenda. Assistant City Manager Volenec said if the contract was approved, staff would attempt to push off the start as long as possible. Commissioner Dickey was in favor of the item. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved that the City Commission authorize the award of the construction contract for the master pump station replacement project to Kamminga & Roodvoets, seconded by Commissioner Dickey. The motion carried four to zero. H.2 Award of the Construction Contract for the 108th Avenue Seawall Replacement Project (Formerly G.4) Commissioner Dickey wondered about completing the seawall prior to the construction taking place on the site. Assistant City Manager Volenec recommended the seawall be completed before further construction occurs. Vice Mayor Vasquez questioned if there were grants for the seawall and whether the grants would be forfeited if the work began before the grant would be awarded. Commissioner Dickey said the grant applications prohibited work from starting. Vice Mayor Vasquez noted U.S.-made materials were a typical grant requirement and wanted to make sure the company was guaranteeing U.S.-made materials. Assistant City Manager Volenec stated staff would ensure that requirement was addressed. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved that the City Commission authorize the award of the construction contract for the 108th Avenue seawall replacement project to Enterprise Marine Contractors Incorporated, seconded by Commissioner Dickey. The motion carried four to zero. H.3 Increase Purchase Authority for Existing Floodplain Management Contract (Formerly Item G.6) City Manager Van Zant provided background on the floodplain manager contract. Vice Mayor Vasquez was concerned about spending creep and wanted to know how long the floodplain manager would be utilized and what additional expenditures were anticipated. City Manager Van Zant stated the need was diminishing but there were still many permits and was unsure how long there would be a need. Commissioner Dickey was fine with approving it since the building fund was over $200,000 under budget and there were fewer permit complaints. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved that the City Commission authorize the City Manager to approve expenditures up to $50,000 for the Community Development Department to continue utilizing a contracted Floodplain Manager to ensure the City remained prepared 12

4 for potential storm-related recovery activities throughout the hurricane season, seconded by Commissioner Dickey. The motion carried four to zero. H.4 Fiscal Year 2027 City Tentative Budget and Millage Presentation (Formerly H.1.) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Victor Ortiz reviewed a presentation, as contained in background material. Mayor Doctor believed there would be less fines and forfeitures in the next year. City Manager Van Zant felt the fines and forfeitures would increase based on recent trends. CFO Ortiz stated he had used the average of the previous three years, but it could be higher, offered to change the projection to equal to the current year, and resumed the presentation. Mayor Doctor was okay with moving forward with the 3.8129 millage with the understanding that it could be lowered and commented that the City was doing well financially. Vice Mayor Vasquez favored the rollback rate and expounded on the need to evaluate lowering the budget considering the upcoming property tax referendum. Commissioner Clark agreed with a trimmer budget but was okay with setting a tentative millage of 3.8129 pending future discussion. Commissioner Dickey agreed with moving forward with 3.8129 but did not want to cut the budget currently because of past and potential financial struggles. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved that the City Commission adopt the tentative millage rate for the fiscal year 2027 budget at the current year’s millage of 3.8129 mills per $1,000 of taxable value. The tentative rate was based on at least 95 percent of the certified taxable value and complied with Florida Statute 200.065, including public hearing and TRIM notice obligation, seconded by Commissioner Clark. Mayor Doctor called for public comment. Mr. Mark Hohe, District 3, noted the City had not received the guaranteed maximum price for the Public Safety Building and would like to know when that would be received. The motion carried four to zero. H.5 Authorizing the City Manager to hire two additional Code Compliance Inspectors (Formerly Item H.2) City Manager Van Zant expounded on the need for the positions. Vice Mayor Vasquez asked about the previously approved temporary Community Development Department (CDD) position to manage the lawn maintenance ordinance. City Manager Van Zant noted there had been a lack of applicants for the position and the person recruited left after two weeks and the position had remained vacant. Vice Mayor Vasquez was concerned about having the temporary position approved and adding two additional positions with less tax revenue anticipated after the potential 2026 tax referendum. Commissioner Clark believed additional revenue would be collected because of the positions, wondered if there were positions that could be cut in substitution of the two code enforcement positions, and wanted to know if there was a way to lessen the cost. City Manager Van Zant suggested closing the temporary employee position and cutting the cost of two unique positions within the City and asked the Commission accelerate the two code enforcement positions. Commissioner Dickey confirmed the administrative temporary position could be cut and wanted 13

5 clarity on what existing positions would be cut. City Manager Van Zant said he was considering reducing the salaries of two positions and assured the Commission he would continue to evaluate how to reduce the personnel costs. Mayor Doctor believed making cuts to salaries was counterproductive, felt the City’s financial situation was good, agreed with adding the Code Enforcement positions with the caveat of monitoring their work, and did not want the City to make decisions that were cheap. Commissioner Clark believed the City Manager was promising to show a personnel reduction in the budget that made up for the new code enforcement positions. Mayor Doctor called for public comment. Ms. Sarah Pennington, Isle of Palms, felt there was no real understanding of how much money was collected from code enforcement liens and that information would be helpful before deciding. Mr. Mark Hohe, District 3, believed reckoning personnel budgets was difficult but important, was curious how the short-term rental software referenced in the workshop would assist with code enforcement, and spoke on reserves. Mr. West Evans, Isle of Palms, questioned why the City did not begin by hiring one Code Enforcement Officer to start and wondered about