City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda

City Commission Meeting February 12, 2026 1:00 P.M. ELECTED OFFICIALS PRESENT: Mark Short, Mayor Charles Salem Gary McMullen Chris Arendt Kathleen Morgan -Johnson John Lynch- via Zoom STAFF PRESENT: Barbara Jeffries, Executive Assistant Becky Vose, City Attorney via Zoom Dean Jones, Public Works Manager Sergeant Getman, Manatee County Sheriffs Department Chair Salem called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.,followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. Motion: Commissioner McMullen moved, Commissioner Arendt seconded and the motion carried 5-0 to allow Commissioner Lynch to appear telephonically. 1. INTRODUCTION OF CITY TREASURER RANDY MAXSON Newly appointed City Treasurer, Randy Maxson, introduced himself to the Commission and expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to serve. He stated that he is eager to get to work and looks forward to supporting the City 2. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT None. 3. PRESENTATIONS a. Public Works —School Bus Stop Public Works staff were recognized for assisting a resident by installing a relocated bench and bus stop sign to create a safe school bus loading area. Mayor Short commended the team for their responsiveness and dedication. A thank -you note from the resident was acknowledged. b. Distinguished Citizen of the Year Mayor Short announced the selection of the Stimart family as the City of Anna Maria's Distinguished Citizen of the Year for their efforts in planting approximately 30,000 sea oats along the north end beaches following the 2025 storms.

City of Anna Maria City Commission February 12, 2026 The award will be presented at the March 12 Commission Meeting. Chair Salem thanked the selection committee members for their work. 4. CONSENT AGENDA a. Approve City Commission Town Hall Meeting Minutes: January 27, 2026 b. Approve City Commission Meeting Minutes: January 22, 2026 c. Ratification of Work Order # 1 with BEA Architects d. Change Work Order # 2 Tampa Bay Marine e. Approve Interlocal Agreement with Holmes Beach f. Special Event: The Center: Wine Tasting: 3/28/2026 —Requesting Fee Waiver Motion: Commissioner Morgan Johnson moved, Commissioner McMullen seconded and the motion carried 5-0 to approve the Consent Agenda 5. ACTION ITEMS a. First Read: Ordinance 26-954 Amending Section 110-73 `Bulkheads and Seawalls and Section 110-74 "repair and replacement of Bulkhead Seawalls." AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANNA MARIA,FLORIDA, AMENDING SEC. 110-73 "BULKHEADS AND SEAWALLS" AND SEC. 110-74, AND REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF BULKHEADS AND SEAWALLS"; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Ashley Austin, City Planner, presented Ordinance 26-954 and explained that the proposed changes consolidate and clarify existing seawall regulations to allow limited structural reinforcement while preventing encroachment into canals. Commissioners discussed the language and requested clarification to improve consistency. City Attorney Becky Vose stated she would revise the wording. Motion: Commissioner McMullen moved, Commissioner Morgan Johnson seconded and the motion carried 5-0 to approve Ordinance 26-954 on first reading with the amended language. b. 519 Pine Avenue — Site Plan Approval Ashley Austin presented a site plan request for 519 Pine Avenue to allow relocation of a historic cottage and expansion of an existing office,including a special exception for off -site parking. She stated the request complies with the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code and that no public comments were received.

City of Anna Maria City Commission February 12, 2026 Motion: Commissioner McMullen moved, Commissioner Morgan Johnson seconded and the motion carried 5-0 to approve 519 Pine Avenue — Site Plan Approval 6. DISCUSSION a. Pier Town Hall Mayor Short provided a summary of the recent pier town hall and stated that a Commission workshop will be scheduled to further discuss the future use of the pier and coordination with potential ferry service. Commissioners discussed prioritizing the highest and best use of the pier and evaluating capacity and safety considerations. b. Ordinance 26-952 Revising Chapter 38 " Parks and Recreation." No action was taken on this item; it is scheduled for the next City Commission Meeting, February 26, 2026. c. City Newsletter: City Connect Deputy City Clerk Barbara Jeffries introduced the new City Connect newsletter, stating it is intended to improve communication, transparency, and public engagement. 7. CAPITAL PROJECTS UPDATE - MAYOR/JONES Public Works Manager Dean Jones provided a capital projects update, stating that pier construction is progressing, stormwater improvements are underway, lighting upgrades have been completed at several locations, and City Hall hardening projects have been installed. He also introduced the GoGov app for public service requests. 8. MAYOR'S COMMENTS Mayor Short reported that the Manatee County Commission approved $ 2 million in funding to assist with Pier reconstruction. The County emphasized its interest in a future ferry landing, but the City will prioritize decisions based on the City's needs. 9. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioners expressed appreciation for staff efforts and ongoing project progress. 10. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS None. 11. STAFF COMMENTS None.

City of Anna Maria City Commission February 12, 2026 12. PRESS QUESTIONS None. 13. ADJOURNMENT Chair Salem adjourned the meeting at 2:04 P.M. Minutes Approved: February 26, 2026