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MINUTES REGULAR MEETING DESTIN CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 19, 2026 ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM The City Council of the City of Destin met in regular session at the Annex Council Chambers. Mayor Wagner and the following Council members participated: Destin City Council Mayor Bobby Wagner Mayor Pro Tem Teresa Hebert Councilmember Rodney Braden ( left 7:06 p.m.) Councilmember Dewey Destin Councilmember Chatham Morgan Councilmember Kevin Schmidt Councilmember John Stephens Councilmember Trammell Destin City Staff City Manager Larry Jones Finance Director Krystal Strickland Projects and Grants Manager Jeffrey Cozadd Public Works Director Michael Burgess City Engineer Robert Tomesek Deputy Recreation Director Ryan Reed City Attorney Kimberly Kopp City Clerk Lisa Wallace Public Information Director Tamara Young Community Development Director Tina Deater IT Director Andy Peters CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION, AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Wagner called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.and introduced Paster Kevin Wendt and Vicar Abram Egger of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church who gave the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance followed. AGENDA APPROVAL Councilmember Trammell added under her name, BOA applicant Todd Buhr; Mayor Wagner added under his name, Reimbursement Request for Mid -Bay Tolls While under State ofEmergency; Attorney Kopp added State Park Update under item 4G, moving Announcements to 4H. Councilmember Hebert, made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Braden,to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed 7-0. 1. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS Harbor Board Presentation — Bay Water Quality Alan Osborne reported concerns regarding stormwater runoff and water quality impacts including potential nitrogen pollution entering Choctawhatchee Bay. He stated that a developmental stormwater retention standards have not be met and that concerns have been raised by six state Page 1

agencies and an engineer. He requested that Council contact the state to determine whether compliance hearings have occurred and to seek enforcement if necessary. Doug Liles a microbiologist and mosquito control commissioner also expressed concerns about stormwater pollution and water quality in Choctawhatchee Bay. He cited PFAS (" forever chemicals") pollutants in the bay, as well as elevated PFAS levels in tested catfish that could raise concerns about consumption. He emphasized the need for additional water and fish testing, a comprehensive pollution management plan, and placing the findings on the public record. Walton County District 1 Commissioner Dan Curry spoke in his personal capacity, expressing concern about Choctawhatchee Bay water quality and citing personal observations and privately funded testing of suspected contamination. He emphasized the bay's importance to surrounding communities, fishing, and seafood consumption, and offered to support efforts to address pollution. In response to the discussion, he suggested building a coalition with other local governments and communities to strengthen the request for action. Councilmember Braden made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hebert, to contact the state and request that they investigate the water quality of Choctawhatchee Bay and confirm compliance and enforcement of standards. The motion passed 7-0. 2.PUBLIC COMMENTS Ricky Lyn Grant, Jr. shared updates on his entrepreneurial and real estate ventures, including a new employment opportunity and plans to expand business activities between Florida and Tennessee. He discussed pursuing clemency and restoration of civil rights, including voting rights, and noted delays with IRS business tax returns. He also expressed interest in developing a farm in Tennessee and pursuing seasonal fishing activities. Alan Osborne, a representative of the Destin Harbor Board, emphasized the need to move forward with a mooring ball field following the recent storm, during which two boats reportedly sank. He noted that mooring balls would improve vessel accountability, provide contact information for boat owners, and help the city address sunken or abandoned vessels. He also noted the need to appoint one additional Harbor Board member to establish a quorum. Wesley Poole spoke in support of quality -of -life initiatives and encouraged Chamber of Commerce involvement. He also raised concerns about the toxicity of lead, particularly in fishing tackle, and advocated for phasing out of lead, suggesting a 50 -year phaseout plan or sooner. 3.CONSENT AGENDA A. MSBA Veteran's Day 5k B. Pickleball - DEP Notice of Limitation of Use / Site Dedication C. Approval of Minutes of October 5, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting D. Approval of Minutes of October 13, 2026 Special City Council Meeting Councilmember Hebert made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Stephens, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 7-0. I Page 2

4.CITY MANAGER REPORTS A. Future Use of City Property Located at 908 Airport Road — Informational and Council Direction Dr. Jones informed the Council that Food for Thought has provided notice that it will vacate the City -owned property at 908 Airport Road at the end of May 2027. The Council is being notified in advance to allow time to consider future uses for the property. B. Updates to City Vehicle Replacement Criteria Dr. Jones presented revised city vehicle replacement criteria, recommending a threshold of 100,000 miles instead of the current 65,000-mile/seven-year schedule. Vehicles requiring recurring maintenance or incurring excessive repair costs could be considered for replacement before reaching the mileage threshold. Councilmember Destin expressed support for the revised vehicle replacement criteria, emphasizing that the City Manager or designee should retain discretion to recommend replacing vehicles when maintenance needs or costs warrant replacement before reaching the established threshold. Councilmember Stephens made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hebert, to direct the City Manager to revise the City's vehicle replacement criteria by eliminating any age replacement standard and establish 100,000 miles or excessive maintenance and repair costs as the primary criteria for replacement. The motion passed 7-0. C. Hurricane Isaias - FY 2027 Budget Amendment Dr. Jones requested a budget amendment of $801,125 to expedite hurricane debris cleanup, with total cleanup expenses estimated at $ 901,000 against the $ 100,000 budgeted. To date, crews have hauled 105 loads totaling 5,789 cubic yards, removed six hazardous trees and 79 hazardous limbs. Cleanup in Crystal Beach is nearly complete, with additional equipment being redeployed to West Destin to accelerate residential cleanup efforts. Councilmembers had an opportunity to ask specific questions to the contractors involved in the clean-up efforts. Councilmember Trammell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hebert, to increase the FY2027 budget by $801,125 for hurricane response. The motion passed 6-0. Councilmember Braden left the meeting early.) D. Capital Project Status - Informational Only E. Operations Financial Report - Informational Only F. TDC Monthly Report - Informational Only G. State Park Update City Attorney Kopp informed Council that lease negotiations are ongoing and a special meeting will be scheduled once the necessary approvals are received. She added that this item will be removed from regular Council agendas during negotiations and added back when a substantive update is available. Councilmember Trammell made a motion seconded by Councilmember Destin, to no longer have updates on the State Park on every Council agenda but rather add it whenever updates are available. The motion passed 6-0 H. Announcements Page 3

Dr. Jones announced that the Florida Department of Environmental Protection approved a $ 1.6 million Resilient Florida grant for the Four Prong Lake flood resilience project, with an additional 500,000 in potential funding under discussion. Geotechnical work is underway, and the project is expected to be ready for design -build procurement by late spring, following completion of the initial engineering phase. Public Information Director, Dr. Tamara Jones, announced the community open house scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, at 11:30 a.m.She added that activities will include a fish fry,caricature artist, live music, and the unveiling of a city mosaic created with participation from more than 300 people. She added that the entire community is invited to attend. 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Second Reading of Ordinance 26-23-CN -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESTIN, FLORIDA; MODIFYING THE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR ORDINANCES THAT HAVE BEEN PASSED AS OF SEPTEMBER 9,2026 AS PART OF THE CITY'S ONGOING REWRITE OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, INCLUDING ONLY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES: 25 -23 -LC; 25 -24 -LC; 25 -26 -LC; 26 -03 -LC; 26 -06 -LC;26 -08 -LC;PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Kopp read Ordinance 26-23-CN by title and then presented it to the council on second reading. Mayor Wagner called for any comments from the public. There being no public comments offered, the Mayor closed the public hearing. Councilmember Trammell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hebert, to adopt Ordinance 26-23-CN on second reading as presented. The motion passed 6-0. B. First Reading of Ordinance 26-32-CN -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESTIN, FLORIDA RELATING TO " LARGE SCALE DATA CENTERS", AS DEFINED IN SECTION 373.203,FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; ESTABLISHING DEFINITIONS OF " DATA CENTERS" AND " LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS"IN COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW; ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS FOR LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS, PERMITTING OF LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS, AND LICENSING OF LARGE- SCALE DATA CENTERS UNTIL SUCH TIME AS STUDIES HAVE BEEN CONDUCTED BY THE CITY OF DESTIN AND THE CITY COUNCIL TAKES FORMAL ACTION TO TERMINATE THE MORATORIUM; DIRECTING STAFF TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE REGULATION OF LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Kopp read Ordinance 26-32-CN by title and then presented it to the council on first reading. Mayor Wagner called for any comments from the public. Wesley Poole raised concerns about Spectrum service vehicles becoming stuck in sandy areas and advised that drivers avoid excessive acceleration, which can worsen the situation. I Page 4

There being no further public comments offered, the Mayor closed the public hearing. Councilmember Schmidt made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Trammell, to approve Ordinance 26-32-CN on first reading. The motion passed 6-0. C. First Reading of Ordinance 26 -30 -CC - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESTIN, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; AMENDING CHAPTER 13, ARTICLE VI REGISTRATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS ( SINGLE-FAMILY)",OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO GARBAGE CONTAINERS AND TRASH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Kopp read Ordinance 26 -30 -CC by title and then presented it to the council on second reading. Mayor Wagner called for any comments from the public. There being no public comments offered, the Mayor closed the public hearing. The Council discussed proposed short-term rental ( STR) waste disposal requirements, clarifying that the third weekly pickup during the designated seasonal period is a minimum requirement for registered STRs with trash to dispose of,not a year-round mandate. Additional pickups are permitted based on occupancy and need. STR owners must verify waste disposal service during registration, using Waste Management or an approved third -party provider. The discussion also addressed vendor business tax receipts, enforcement of existing trash regulations, and confirmation that the additional pickup is separate from the two pickups required under the City's franchise agreement with Waste Management. Councilmember Trammell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hebert, to approve Ordinance 26 -30 -CC on first reading as presented. The motion passed 6-0. 6.COMMENTS / PRESENTATIONS FROM MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND CITY ATTORNEY A.Councilmember Braden B. Councilmember Stephens Councilmember Stephens stated he would be the legislative sponsor to develop a policy that would waive certain parking fees during mandatory evacuations. Councilmember Schmidt asked if the city already had something in place that would address that and suggested those decisions could be made during the State of Emergency declaration. Finance Director Strickland pointed out that the parking ordinance allows for the parking rates to be adjusted at the discretion of the City Manager, not to exceed the in -season rate. C. Councilmember Destin D.Councilmember Trammell — BOA Applicant, Todd Buhr Councilmember Trammell made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hebert to appoint Todd Buhr to the Board of Adjustments. The motion passed 6-0. E. Councilmember Hebert F. Councilmember Morgan Page 5

G. Councilmember Schmidt Councilmember Schmidt asked if there was a policy requiring public comments to be about items on the agenda or about city business. Mayor Wagner agreed to look into the matter. H. Mayor Wagner —Reimbursement Request for Mid -Bay Tolls While Under State of Emergency Mayor Wagner requested that Council consider a resolution supporting toll reimbursement during the recent state of emergency. Councilmember Hebert indicated she would be the legislative sponsor and made a motion to support the Resolution requesting toll reimbursements to be forwarded to the Mid -Bay Bridge Authority. Councilmember Trammell seconded the motion and the motion passed 6-0. I.City Attorney - Destin v. Marler: Foreclosure Sale Scheduled for November 5, 2026 at 11 am Central Time ( Non -Homestead Parcel only - 222 Sibert Ave) City Attorney Kopp reported that the foreclosure sale for the non -homesteaded property located at 222 Sibert Ave. is set to be done online on November 5, 2026. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Wagner invited final public comment. No one came forward so the Mayor closed the public comments. 8. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Wagner adjourned the meeting at 7:39 p.m. ATTEST: Lisa Wallace, City Clerk Page 6

Protect Choctawhatchee Bay A request for evidence, enforcement and a public deadline Prepared for Doug Liles I Destin City Council remarks I October 19, 2026 Councilmembers: Our shared bay deserves measurable protection. I am raising concerns about development runoff and possible persistent chemical contamination reaching our estuary. Those concerns require a documented investigation and a public response. Destin's published stormwater program includes illicit - discharge detection, construction - runoff controls and long-term stormwater treatment for new development. I ask the council to translate those commitments into four specific actions: 1. Publish the compliance record. Direct staff to identify the relevant outfalls within city jurisdiction and publish applicable permits, drainage maps, inspection findings, monitoring results and outstanding corrective actions. 2. Investigate suspected contamination. Commission an independent, scientifically designed investigation of suspected discharge pathways. Include PFAS sampling where warranted, qualified laboratories, documented quality controls and public results. 3. Establish the fish -consumption facts. Request a written Department of Health assessment identifying available fish -tissue testing by species, location and contaminant, remaining evidence gaps, and whether additional testing or consumption guidance is needed. 4. Require a public report within 30 days. Name responsible officials, identify compliance gaps, specify available enforcement measures and propose a funded corrective -action schedule. Refer matters outside city jurisdiction formally to Walton County or the appropriate state agency and request coordinated follow-through. For pending development within city authority, require the stormwater evidence and findings applicable law demands before approval. Ask the city attorney to identify lawful interim protections wherever documented risks justify them. Insurance coverage and litigation defense do not establish environmental compliance. Please enter these requests into the public record and identify the next agenda date for council action. LEGAL AUTHORITY & EVIDENCE LIMITS Florida Statutes §403.412 provides a potential injunction route for environmental - law violations and failures to enforce. Ordinarily, a verified agency complaint and 30 -day response opportunity precede suit. The statute preserves temporary restraining relief for immediate, irreparable harm, but bars actions under this section against operations covered by valid permits and complying with them. Relief requires case - specific legal review. A PFAS-based fish -consumption advisory for Choctawhatchee Bay, source - specific contamination, and insurer misconduct were not verified in this preparation. Untreated runoff alone does not establish an unlawful discharge. Destin and Walton County have different jurisdictions. Sources: City of Destin: NPDES Phase II Stormwater Program; Florida Legislature: §403.412.Official sources checked October 19, 2026. Prepared by ChatGPT from Doug Liles's concerns and official sources I v1.0 I October 19, 2026, 9:22 a.m. CDT ( request time)

DESTIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 19, 2026 ANNEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM **Core Value of the Month - Integrity** CALL TO ORDER * INVOCATION (Pastor Kevin Wendt, Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AGENDA APPROVAL 1. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS / SPECIAL / **PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS / ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Doug Liles - Harbor Board Presentation - Bay Water Quality 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Section 5 - Public Hearings has separate public comments time for these items) (Note: Individual speakers will be limited to 3 minutes. At the discretion of the mayor, this 3 minute allowance may be adjusted depending on the level of business coming before the City Council) 3. *** CONSENT AGENDA A. MSBA Veteran's Day 5k B. Pickleball - DEP Notice of Limitation of Use / Site Dedication C. Approval of Minutes of October 5, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting D. Approval of Minutes of October 13, 2026 Special City Council Meeting 4. CITY MANAGER REPORTS A. Future Use of City Property Located at 908 Airport Road – Informational and Council Direction B. Updates to City Vehicle Replacement Criteria C. Hurricane Isaias - FY 2027 Budget Amendment D. Capital Project Status - Informational Only E. Operations Financial Report - Informational Only F. TDC Monthly Report - Informational Only G. Announcements 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Second Reading of Ordinance 26-23-CN - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESTIN, FLORIDA; MODIFYING THE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR ORDINANCES THAT HAVE BEEN PASSED AS OF SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 AS PART OF THE CITY’S ONGOING REWRITE OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, INCLUDING ONLY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES: 25-23-LC; 25-24-LC; 25-26-LC; 26-03-LC; 26-06-LC; 26-08-LC; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

B. First Reading of Ordinance 26-32-CN - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESTIN, FLORIDA RELATING TO “LARGE SCALE DATA CENTERS”, AS DEFINED IN SECTION 373.203, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; ESTABLISHING DEFINITIONS OF “DATA CENTERS” AND “LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS” IN COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW; ESTABLISHING A MORATORIUM ON ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS FOR LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS, PERMITTING OF LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS, AND LICENSING OF LARGE- SCALE DATA CENTERS UNTIL SUCH TIME AS STUDIES HAVE BEEN CONDUCTED BY THE CITY OF DESTIN AND THE CITY COUNCIL TAKES FORMAL ACTION TO TERMINATE THE MORATORIUM; DIRECTING STAFF TO DEVELOP RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE REGULATION OF LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTERS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. C. First Reading of Ordinance 26-30-CC - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DESTIN, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT; AMENDING CHAPTER 13, ARTICLE VI “REGISTRATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS (SINGLE-FAMILY)”, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO GARBAGE CONTAINERS AND TRASH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 6. COMMENTS / PRESENTATIONS FROM MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND CITY ATTORNEY A. Councilmember Braden B. Councilmember Stephens C. Councilmember Destin D. Councilmember Trammell E. Councilmember Hebert F. Councilmember Morgan G. Councilmember Schmidt H. Mayor Wagner I. City Attorney Destin v. Marler: Foreclosure Sale Scheduled for November 5, 2026 at 11am Central Time (Non-Homestead Parcel only - 222 Sibert Ave) 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS 8. ADJOURN * Any invocation that is offered before the official start of the City Council meeting shall be the voluntary offering of a private person, to and for the benefit of the City Council. The views or beliefs expressed by the invocation speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the City Council, or the City staff, and the City is not allowed by law to endorse the religious beliefs or views of this, or any other speaker. Persons in attendance at the City Council meeting are invited to stand during the opening invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. However, such invitation shall not be construed as a demand, order, or any other type of command. No person in attendance at the meeting shall be required to participate in any opening invocation that is offered. A person may exit the City Council Chambers and return upon completion of the opening invocation if a person does not wish to participate in or witness the opening invocation ** To be placed on the agenda under public presentations, citizens must contact the City Manager or City Clerk's office one (1) week prior to the scheduled City Council Meeting, completing a Speakers Request Form and providing any accompanying documentation as requested in the form’s instructions.

*** All items listed under Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and may be considered separately. Persons with disabilities who require assistance to participate in City meetings are requested to notify the City Clerk’s Office at (850) 837-4242 in advance. Hearing Impaired: TTY: 711. Assistance also available through Human Resources, Title VI Coordinator, at (850) 837-4242. Personas con discapacidades que necesitan asistencia o personas que necesiten ayuda con un idioma para participar en las reuniones de la ciudad, deberán notificar la oficina de la Secretaria Municipal al (850) 837-4242 antes de la reunión. Discapacidad auditiva: TTY: 711 (Solicitar Espanol CA). La ayuda tambien está disponible por Recursos Humanos, Coordinador del Título VI, al (850) 837-4242. All regularly scheduled city council meetings will be streamed live via the city’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/CityofDestin. Past council meetings can also be viewed here. Please visit our agenda center on the city website at https://www.cityofdestin.com/agendas.