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Tuesday, September 17, 2024 · Government meeting record

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13 recorded votes1 split

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Adoption of Final Millage Rate for FY 2024-2025

Motion: Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Resolution 2024-25 adopting the millage rate of 6.9777 for the fiscal year 2024-2025 providing that 6.9777 is greater than the rollback rate of 6.0019 by 16.26 percent as required by the State Legislature. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0191 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris

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5

Yes
4
No
1

How they voted (5)

Michael Wilkinsonyes
Tom Shellyyes
Patricia Barrisyes
Thomas Kellyyes
Todd Jenningsno
Unanimous votes (12)

Voting yes on all of these (5)

Michael Wilkinsonyes
Tom Shellyyes
Patricia Barrisyes
Thomas Kellyyes
Todd Jenningsyes

Second Reading of Ordinance 576 Driveways and Access Points

Yes
5

Second Reading of Ordinance 577 50% Substantial Improvement Rule

Yes
5

Second Reading of Ordinance 578 Fences and Fence Walls

Yes
5

Second Reading of Ordinance 579 Visibility Triangle

Yes
5

Second Reading of Ordinance 580 Building Fees

Yes
5

Second Reading of Ordinance 581 - Water Rates

Yes
5

Second Reading of Ordinance 582 - Solid Waste Rates

Yes
5

Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Town Budget

Yes
5

Resolution 2024-27 Police Pension Board Appointments

Yes
5

Amendment to the Forward Pinellas MPO Agreement and Member Appointment

Yes
5

Major Event Special Relief Permit Request - 2024 The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican

Yes
5

Amendment to the Forward Pinellas MPO Agreement and Member Appointment

Yes
5

People and votes

Michael Wilkinson

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13 recorded votes · 1 statement

  1. Recorded vote

    Second Reading of Ordinance 576 Driveways and Access Points - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 576 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0180 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  2. Recorded vote

    Second Reading of Ordinance 577 50% Substantial Improvement Rule - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 577 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0181 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  3. Recorded vote

    Second Reading of Ordinance 578 Fences and Fence Walls - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 578 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0182 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  4. Recorded vote

    Second Reading of Ordinance 579 Visibility Triangle - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 579 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0183 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  5. Recorded vote

    Second Reading of Ordinance 580 Building Fees - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 580 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0184 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  6. Recorded vote

    Second Reading of Ordinance 581 - Water Rates - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 581 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0185 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  7. Recorded vote

    Second Reading of Ordinance 582 - Solid Waste Rates - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved to recommend approval of Ordinance 582 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0186 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  8. Recorded vote

    Adoption of Final Millage Rate for FY 2024-2025 - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Resolution 2024-25 adopting the millage rate of 6.9777 for the fiscal year 2024-2025 providing that 6.9777 is greater than the rollback rate of 6.0019 by 16.26 percent as required by the State Legislature. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0191 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  9. Recorded vote

    Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Town Budget - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Resolution 2024-26 adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0192 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  10. Recorded vote

    Resolution 2024-27 Police Pension Board Appointments - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0195 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  11. Recorded vote

    Amendment to the Forward Pinellas MPO Agreement and Member Appointment - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the amendment to the interlocal agreement for the creation of the Pinellas County Metropolitan Planning Organization. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0187 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  12. Recorded vote

    Major Event Special Relief Permit Request - 2024 The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican - Voted yes on the motion “Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the Major Event Special Relief Permit request for the Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican on second hearing. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. | Matter 24-0188 | Moved by Tom Shelly | Seconded by Patricia Barris”; the record reports passed.

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  13. Recorded vote

    Amendment to the Forward Pinellas MPO Agreement and Member Appointment - Voted yes on the motion “Commissioner Barris moved to appoint Commissioner Shelly to the Inland North seat for the term beginning January 2025. Seconded by Deputy Mayor Shelly. | Matter 24-0187 | Moved by Patricia Barris | Seconded by Tom Shelly”; the record reports passed.

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  14. Statement

    Commented on emails received.

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901 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Belleair, FL 33756 Town of Belleair Meeting Minutes Town Commission 6:00 PM Town HallTuesday, September 17, 2024 Second Budget Hearing Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM with Mayor Wilkinson presiding PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE COMMISSIONER ROLL CALL Mayor Michael Wilkinson Deputy Mayor Tom Shelly Commissioner Patricia Barris Commissioner Thomas Kelly Commissioner Todd Jennings Present: 5 - SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS Persons are advised that, if they decide to appeal any decision made at this meeting/hearing, they will need a record of the proceedings, and, for such purposes, they 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. 24-0191 Adoption of Final Millage Rate for FY 2024-2025 Jay Daigneault-Town Attorney-read Resolution 2024-25 into record by title only. Mayor Wilkinson stated this is the second reading, it passed last meeting. Ms. Lancaster, spoke on revenue constraints; great transparency in budget; sufficient detail to back up changes made; need for increase due to infrastructure needs, spoke on opportunities for multiple projects. Mayor Wilkinson stated efforts appreciated, open to public comment, spoke on procedure for comments. Debra Marcellus-resident-commended new commissioners for their service; spoke on prior vote, urges decision to be unanimous. No further comment. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Resolution 2024-25 adopting the millage rate of 6.9777 for the fiscal year 2024-2025 providing that 6.9777 is greater than the rollback rate of 6.0019 by 16.26 percent as required by the State Legislature. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, and Commissioner Kelly4 - Nay: Commissioner Jennings1 - Page 1Town of Belleair Printed on 10/22/2024

September 17, 2024Town Commission Meeting Minutes 24-0192 Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Town Budget Attorney Daigneault read Resolution 2024-26 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster stated Amy is available to go through power point, no changes. No citizen comments. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Resolution 2024-26 adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0180 Second Reading of Ordinance 576 Driveways and Access Points Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance No. 576 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster noted staff recommended addition of language regarding driveway flairs, read text. No comments. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 576 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0181 Second Reading of Ordinance 577 50% Substantial Improvement Rule Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance 577 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster stated language eliminates the five year restriction on the 50% improvement rule. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 577 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0182 Second Reading of Ordinance 578 Fences and Fence Walls Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance 578 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster stated this adds reference of vision triangle. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 578 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0183 Second Reading of Ordinance 579 Visibility Triangle Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance 579 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster stated this clarifies language and includes measurements as well as Page 2Town of Belleair Printed on 10/22/2024

September 17, 2024Town Commission Meeting Minutes plantings. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 579 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0184 Second Reading of Ordinance 580 Building Fees Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance 580 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster spoke on fees not covering costs; this is in keeping with comparable municipalities. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 580 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0185 Second Reading of Ordinance 581 - Water Rates Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance 581 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster stated this information has been highly publicized; there are no changes. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of Ordinance 581 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0186 Second Reading of Ordinance 582 - Solid Waste Rates Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance 582 into record by title only. Ms. Lancaster stated it is a 5% increase to the solid waste rates. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved to recommend approval of Ordinance 582 on second and final reading. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - CITIZENS COMMENTS (Discussion of items not on the agenda. Each speaker will be allowed to speak once for a maximum of 3 minutes.) None to be heard CONSENT AGENDA 24-0189 Special Relief Permit Request - 2024 Silver Coffee 24-0195 Resolution 2024-27 Police Pension Board Appointments Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Page 3Town of Belleair Printed on 10/22/2024

September 17, 2024Town Commission Meeting Minutes Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - GENERAL AGENDA 24-0188 Major Event Special Relief Permit Request - 2024 The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican Ms. Lancaster stated this is the second reading of this request; staff is recommending approval. Mayor Wilkinson commented on emails received. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the Major Event Special Relief Permit request for the Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican on second hearing. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 24-0187 Amendment to the Forward Pinellas MPO Agreement and Member Appointment Mayor Wilkinson stated this is for two items; the first will be to approve the amendment. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the amendment to the interlocal agreement for the creation of the Pinellas County Metropolitan Planning Organization. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - Mayor Wilkinson spoke on MPO board, starting in January there will be a representative from this board, 3 year commitment. Commissioner Jennings would like to serve; spoke on purpose of board; spoke on PSTA and events in St Pete Beach; free fares repercussions; citizen complaints, representative needs to put the Town first. Deputy Mayor Shelly would volunteer; he is aware of the board; spoke on state trying to force one large MPO. Commissioner Kelly would like to volunteer as well; spoke on his attendance at a Forward Pinellas meeting; small towns did not have a voice; need to ensure we get fair share. Commissioner Barris moved to appoint Commissioner Shelly to the Inland North seat for the term beginning January 2025. Seconded by Deputy Mayor Shelly. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT Ms. Lancaster stated the south interconnect for water is online; next step will be to perform a hydraulic analysis; pilot study to determine efficacy of the technology to be used in RO plant; anticipates good results; a full discussion will be brought forward to residents and the Commission, all associated costs regarding RO plant will be presented. Page 4Town of Belleair Printed on 10/22/2024

September 17, 2024Town Commission Meeting Minutes Deputy Mayor Shelly commented on having a workshop. Ms. Lancaster spoke on having our own system; increases to Tampa Bay Water over next 5 years; will recommend tenants of a strategic water plan; Carl and Shirley is moving along. Deputy Mayor Shelly requested moving meeting times to 5:00 or 5:30 PM; Attorney Daigneault suggests adding this to an agenda for discussion. Mayor Wilkinson stated the next meeting will be October 8th. TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT Attorney Daigneault had nothing to report. MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS Commissioners Barris had nothing to report. Commissioner Kelly spoke on meeting; commended staff and thanked citizens. Commissioner Jennings had nothing further to report. Deputy Mayor Shelly had nothing further to report. Mayor Wilkinson thanked staff and residents. OTHER BUSINESS No other business ADJOURNMENT No further business, meeting adjourned in due form at 6:35 PM. ________________________________ TOWN CLERK APPROVED: _______________________________ MAYOR Page 5Town of Belleair Printed on 10/22/2024

Town Commission Town of Belleair Meeting Agenda 901 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Belleair, FL 33756 Town Hall6:00 PMTuesday, September 17, 2024 Second Budget Hearing Welcome. We are glad to have you join us. If you wish to speak, please wait to be recognized, then step to the podium and state your name and address, each person will be given one opportunity to speak for a maximum of 3 minutes per item. We also ask that you please turn-off all cell phones. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE COMMISSIONER ROLL CALL SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS Persons are advised that, if they decide to appeal any decision made at this meeting/hearing, they will need a record of the proceedings, and, for such purposes, they 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. Adoption of Final Millage Rate for FY 2024-202524-0191 Resolution 2024-25 Adopting Millage Rate for FY 2024-2025 090424 2024 Tax Roll Preliminary Jul 01, 2024 Attachments: Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Town Budget24-0192 BUDGET REVIEW 091724 Resolution 2024-26 Truth in Millage AD FY25 Budget Exhibit 1 FY25 Budget Binder 091724 Attachments: Second Reading of Ordinance 576 Driveways and Access Points24-0180 Ordinance No. 576 (Driveways and Access) - Rev. 9-10-24 TJT - kt Ordinance No.576 Business Impact Estimate Attachments: Second Reading of Ordinance 577 50% Substantial Improvement Rule24-0181 Ordinance No. 577 (50% Substantial Improvement Rule) - PDF Ordinance No. 577 Business Impact Estimate Attachments: Printed on 9/11/2024 1 Town of Belleair

September 17, 2024Town Commission Meeting Agenda Second Reading of Ordinance 578 Fences and Fence Walls24-0182 Ordinance No. 578 (Fences and Fence Walls) - PDF Ordinance No. 578 Business Impact Estimate Attachments: Second Reading of Ordinance 579 Visibility Triangle24-0183 Ordinance No. 579 (Visibility Triangle) -Rev. 4-15-24 - PDF Ordinance No. 579 Business Impact Estimate Attachments: Second Reading of Ordinance 580 Building Fees24-0184 Ordinance No. 580 (Building Dept. Fees) with Exhibit A Ordinance No. 580 Business Impact Estimate Attachments: Second Reading of Ordinance 581 - Water Rates24-0185 Ordinance No. 581 (Water Rates Increase) Ordinance No. 581 (Water Rates Increase) - EXHIBIT A - Rev. 8-28-24 Ordinance No. 581 BUSINESS IMPACT ESTIMATE Attachments: Second Reading of Ordinance 582 - Solid Waste Rates24-0186 Ordinance No. 582 (Solid Waste Rates Increase) Ordinance No. 582 (Solid Waste Rates Increase) - EXHIBIT A - Rev. 8-28-24 Ordinance No. 582 (Solid Waste Rates Increase) - BUSINESS IMPACT ESTIMATE2 Attachments: CITIZENS COMMENTS (Discussion of items not on the agenda. Each speaker will be allowed to speak once for a maximum of 3 minutes.) CONSENT AGENDA Special Relief Permit Request - 2024 Silver Coffee24-0189 Silver Coffee 2024Attachments: Resolution 2024-27 Police Pension Board Appointments24-0195 Ron_Campbell_Reappointment 2024-27 Police Pension Board Appointments Attachments: GENERAL AGENDA Printed on 9/11/2024 2 Town of Belleair

September 17, 2024Town Commission Meeting Agenda Major Event Special Relief Permit Request - 2024 The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican 24-0188 Pelican LPGA 2024Attachments: Amendment to the Forward Pinellas MPO Agreement and Member Appointment24-0187 FWD Pinellas Correspondence FWD Pinellas MPO Amendment 2024 MPO Agreement 2014 Attachments: TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS OTHER BUSINESS ADJOURNMENT ANY PERSON WITH A DISABILITY REQUIRING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, SHOULD CALL (727) 588-3769 OR FAX A WRITTEN REQUEST TO (727) 588-3767. Printed on 9/11/2024 3 Town of Belleair

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