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901 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Belleair, FL 33756 Town of Belleair Meeting Minutes Town Commission 5:30 PM Town HallTuesday, August 19, 2025 Meeting called to order at 5:31 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 - PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 25-0121 2025 Mayor John Land Years of Service Award Deputy Mayor Shelly arrived at 5:34 PM Erin Alcorn-Florida League of Cities-spoke to Florida League of Cities and mission; protecting local decision making; thanked Town for being a member; recognizing Deputy Mayor Thomas Shelly in recognition of his 20 years of service; John Land award recognizes local officials for decades of service; read a resolution presented by the league; presented resolution to Deputy Mayor Shelly. Deputy Mayor Shelly spoke to gratitude and pride in serving the town; commended fellow Commissioners and Mayor for their service; thanked residents and staff; thanked wife for support; spoke to accomplishments over the years; unity, transparency, and belief in what's possible when working as one; thanked the Town Manager and Town Attorney. Mayor Wilkinson thanked Deputy Mayor Shelly and his wife Karen. 25-0126 Final Bluff Report Ashley Bernal-Assistant Town Manager-introduced Dr. Samantha Danchuk and Brooks Barton (project engineer) with APTIM. Dr. Danchuk-provided project overview; work completed in area of survey, wells, sampling, design, evaluation; presented physical survey results, loss of 3.5 feet in less than 2 years; erosion occurring impacting natural habitat in area; concept design alternatives to have low impact. Page 1Town of Belleair Printed on 9/9/2025

August 19, 2025Town Commission Meeting Minutes Mr. Barton discussed alternative 1A which uses a single layer revetment, provided an example; 1B is a double layer revetment, discussed benefit, provides greater protection, provided an example; alternative 2 is a breakwater design with a groin at the south end of project area, showed examples of a breakwater; alternative 3B is recommended with living shoreline and breakwater, 3A is similar but includes a groin; spoke to variations; alternatives to design items such as oyster balls versus toe stone; recommending 3B, cost estimated around $4 million. Dr. Danchuk spoke to Infrastructure Board comments regarding preventing infill further south; groin addition; modeling will show what exactly will be needed; next phase of work will be seeking funding for support, design and permitting proposal is underway, budget for grant match up to 50%; construction would be 2027-2028. Mayor Wilkinson questioned what is needed tonight; Dr. Danchuk spoke to getting feedback regarding the recommendation and next step to move forward with design and permitting; to provide a proposal. Mayor Wilkinson stated September 1st is cut off for the Resilient Florida grant; questioned if we can make deadline; Dr. Danchuk affirmed it can be done; can move forward with the application. Jim Reznicek-resident-thanked Commission for study; spoke to vegetation on the bluff; encourages Commission to look into invasive vines and vegetation. Dr. Danchuk stated the state will be requiring a vegetation survey through the design process. Mayor Wilkinson questioned top of the bluff; questioned erosion due to water runoff; Dr. Danchuk spoke to stormwater runoff and best management practices in report; town has made recent improvements which will help prevent. Ric Feinberg-resident-commended Commission for engaging study; supports effort to stabilize the bluff; spoke to recommendation and term of 50 year event, would like to prepare for most severe event; spoke to focus of study being base and not upland stabilization, would like to see a secondary study addressing area; determining what type of vegetation is best; need to balance approaches to maximize view. Michael Adams-resident-spoke to area that is overgrown, loss of view; importance of clearing vegetation. Deputy Mayor Shelly requested clarification on recommendation; Dr. Danchuk stated alternative 3B was recommendation, however southern protection is needed which will be determined though modeling, so alternative 3A is closer to what will be utilized for modeling; spoke to next step of process. Commissioner Kelly commented on seeing oyster balls in other areas; very effective at stopping erosion and preventing damage; requested clarification on erosion; Dr. Danchuk stated erosion is at 3.5 ft and if not addressed, it will be close to road and impact infrastructure. Deputy Mayor Shelly questioned what more is needed regarding surface water coming down the hill; Dr. Danchuk spoke to best management practices in report; vegetation at top can help slow down as well. Ms. Lancaster stated staff is supportive of conservative recommendation that protects the shoreline and taking into account work that needs done on the slope itself. Page 2Town of Belleair Printed on 9/9/2025

August 19, 2025Town Commission Meeting Minutes Deputy Mayor Shelly moved to approve Option 3B to stabilize the bluff. Seconded by Commissioner Kelly. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 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. 25-0127 Belleair Country Club East Course Renovation Ms. Bernal provided background of application; this is phase one, utility only portion of application; recommending approval contingent on receipt of all permitting. Commissioner Kelly spoke to prior continuation of item; thanked staff for work, commented on town resources; contingent on SWFWMD and Florida DEP permits. Nelson Bennett-Project Management representing Belleair Country Club- stated permits not yet received; addressed question of Commissioner Kelly regarding eagle nest and bald eagle permitting; Commissioner Kelly questioned differences in plans submitted. Mr. Bennett spoke to resubmittals after comments are received; Commissioner Kelly commented to no permits currently to be able to begin. Mayor Wilkinson requested public comment. Karla Rettstatt-resident-questioned how many trees are going to be affected compared to the last course renovation. Andy Neiswonger-Golf Course Superintendent, BCC-spoke to fees that must be paid if any trees are removed, do not expect to pay any fees based on what will be replaced. Ms. Vaicatis-resident-questioned what the plans are; is this just utility or are there buildings; wants to know what is planned. Mayor Wilkinson questioned as to what the next steps and process is; Ms. Lancaster stated plans are a phase-in approach, this phase is only utilities, initially a full plan was brought forward but has been reduced to only water lines; next phase will be a full plan of all other items which will require review and approval. Deputy Mayor Shelly questioned if SWFWMD requires our permit before they'll issue theirs; Ms. Lancaster stated no but we will require SWFWMD before they can begin; motion needed to approve application. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved to approve the utilities only application contingent upon the receipt and approval of all required documentation. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, and Commissioner Jennings4 - Nay: Commissioner Kelly1 - Page 3Town of Belleair Printed on 9/9/2025

August 19, 2025Town Commission Meeting Minutes 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 25-0115 Approval of June 26, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes and July 15, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes 25-0117 Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Contract FY26 25-0123 Special Relief Permit Request - Belleair's Backyard Bash 25-0125 Resolution 2025-20 Authorized Signers for Town Accounts Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Kelly. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - GENERAL AGENDA 25-0122 Major Event Special Relief Permit Request - 2025 The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican Ms. Lancaster stated Ryan Dever is here from Outlyr to present request. Ryan Dever-Outlyr-spoke to the 6th year of event in town; complimentary admission for those 17 and under, military, veterans and first responders; spoke to items in application; will be broadcasted on golf channel, available for questions. No public comment. Deputy Mayor Shelly recognized Representative Berfield in the audience; thanked her for the help in obtaining the Indian Rocks Road funding. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the golf tournament at the Pelican Golf Course major event special relief Permit - 2025 The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican. Seconded by Commissioner Jennings. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 25-0118 Water Rate and Sewer Rate Schedules for FY26 Ms. Lancaster requested Nanette Freeman summarize rate increases. Nanette Freeman-Human Resources Director-has been working closely with Finance team; spoke to Pinellas County increase of 5%; cost is being passed along; 4% increase to all sewer costs from the county as well; spoke to tiers and base rate increases; tiers based on consumption; increase solely based on Pinellas County increases. Page 4Town of Belleair Printed on 9/9/2025

August 19, 2025Town Commission Meeting Minutes Mayor Wilkinson questioned action this evening; Ms. Lancaster affirmed it will be brought back as an ordinance. Deputy Mayor Shelly stated the enterprise funds must pay for themselves. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the recommended water and sewer rate schedule for fiscal year 2026 and incorporate the new rates into the ordinance that will come before the Commission in September. Seconded by Commissioner Jennings. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 25-0119 Solid Waste Rate Schedule for FY26 Ms. Freeman stated Pinellas County is increasing their disposal rate at the site by 8%; looking to increase rate by 5% to assist with cost; spoke to special pick up charges; generally two types of pick ups, bulk and brush and bulk waste; billing to be done by time in 15 minute increments; charges for disposal; spoke to commercial dumpster rates. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of the Solid Waste Rate Schedule for Fiscal Year 2026 and to incorporate into the ordinance that will come before the Commission in September. Seconded by Commissioner Jennings. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 25-0133 Enterprise Funds Proposed Budget FY2026 Ms. Lancaster stated the two previous items are reflected in this budget; staff is requesting approval. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved approval of staff's recommendation of the two things just approved. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Shelly, seconded by Commissioner Barris, that this Discussion Items be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - 25-0124 Coronavirus State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds - Transfer of Funds Ms. Lancaster spoke to ARPA money previously approved to be used in fire contract was done; now following up on remaining funds being moved to infrastructure. Commissioner Kelly moved to approve 25-0124 to move the ARPA funds into the Infrastructure fund. Seconded by Commissioner Barris. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT Ms. Lancaster stated there are two late items that need addressed. 25-0144 Award of Bid 2025-02 Emergency Tree Removal Services Page 5Town of Belleair Printed on 9/9/2025

August 19, 2025Town Commission Meeting Minutes Ms. Lancaster spoke to a necessary award to contractor for emergency tree removal; staff requesting approval of contract; was competitively bid, successful bidder is the company that was utilized last year. This Action Item was adopted. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - Ms. Lancaster spoke to vacancy on Planning and Zoning Board, former Commissioner Nessler interested in serving; would like to fill vacancy if there are any nominations; will bring a resolution forward at next meeting. Deputy Mayor Shelly moved to appoint former Commissioner Thomas Nessler to the Planning and Zoning Board. Seconded by Commissioner Kelly. Aye: Mayor Wilkinson, Deputy Mayor Shelly, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings 5 - Ms. Lancaster commended staff on preparing for the storm season; public works staff working on cleaning lines; water pressure improved on Winston; baffle boxes cleaned; spoke on pumps and sand bags; as ready as can be. TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT Attorney Daigneault had nothing to report. MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS Commissioner Barris had nothing to report at this time. Commissioner Jennings had nothing to report at this time. Commissioner Kelly spoke to completeness of submittals of plans. Deputy Mayor Shelly spoke on the submittal and plans; met with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and they will help with the Living Shoreline grant; met with WastePro regarding waste debris. Mayor Wilkinson again welcomed representative Kim Berfield, thanked for assistance with projects and support; congratulated Deputy Mayor Shelly on 20 years of service; thanked staff. OTHER BUSINESS No other business. Page 6Town of Belleair Printed on 9/9/2025

August 19, 2025Town Commission Meeting Minutes ADJOURNMENT No further business; meeting adjourned in due form at 6:46 PM. ____________________________ TOWN CLERK APPROVED: ____________________________ MAYOR Page 7Town of Belleair Printed on 9/9/2025

Town Commission Town of Belleair Meeting Agenda 901 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Belleair, FL 33756 Town Hall5:30 PMTuesday, August 19, 2025 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 PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 2025 Mayor John Land Years of Service Award25-0121 Final Bluff Report25-0126 Task 5_Final Report_DistrictCommentResponses_06252025Attachments: 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. Belleair Country Club East Course Renovation25-0127 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 Approval of June 26, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes and July 15, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes 25-0115 SM - 06-26-2025 Budget Workshop RM - 07-15-2025 Attachments: Printed on 8/12/2025 1 Town of Belleair

August 19, 2025Town Commission Meeting Agenda Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Contract FY2625-0117 Belleair.FY26 Ancillary Contract PCSO FY26 Attachment 1 Attachments: Special Relief Permit Request - Belleair's Backyard Bash25-0123 Belleair Backyard BashAttachments: Resolution 2025-20 Authorized Signers for Town Accounts25-0125 Resolution 2025-20 Authorized Signers for Town AccountsAttachments: GENERAL AGENDA Major Event Special Relief Permit Request - 2025 The Annika driven by Gainbridge at Pelican 25-0122 2025 The Annika LPGAAttachments: Water Rate and Sewer Rate Schedules for FY2625-0118 Solid Waste Rate Schedule for FY2625-0119 Enterprise Funds Proposed Budget FY202625-0133 Budget Presentation - August 2025Attachments: Coronavirus State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds - Transfer of Funds25-0124 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 8/12/2025 2 Town of Belleair