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# BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL CHAMBERS 10451 GULF BLVD TREASURE ISLAND, FL 33706

# MINUTES

## A. CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Doctor called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

B. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor John Doctor Vice Mayor Tammy Vasquez Commissioner Chris Clark Commissioner Arthur Czyszczon Commissioner Arden Dickey

C. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA – None.

D. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION – None.

E. CITY MANAGER REPORT City Manager Van Zant said the Public Safety Facility location would come back for consideration on November 18, 2025. Director Volenec said he may have some cost estimates by the December 2, 2025, meeting.

## F. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS

Father Andy Ellis, Treasure Island Chaplain, provided an update on the adult diaper drive.

Ms. Derry Smith, 55 79th Terrace, relayed there were 600 signatures to prohibit the increase on height and density and cautioned the Mayor that the community would remember if he voted in favor of the increase and pled that he reconsidered his vote.

Mr. Grant Smith, Sunset Beach, thanked the Commission for their sacrifice as public servants, submitted documentation included in background materials, and urged the Commission to investigate best practices for evaluating the Thunderbird Hotel proposal.

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Mr. Hendrick Bisanz, Seasalt Properties, noted Ms. Renee Tarsatino was present and said the company could assist residents get permits.

Mr. Mark Hohe, District 3, reflected on City Manager Van Zant's promise to bring in a consultant to evaluate the Community Development Department and asked for an update on that initiative.

Mr. Ron DeBiase, Resident, touched on height/density referendums, the decision to hire a new City Attorney, and the decision should go to referendum.

Ms. Marie Barba, Sunset Beach, was disappointed that Ordinance 2025-16 and 2025-17 would be heard at the November 18, 2025, Regular Meeting and asserted the City Charter required a referendum for increased height and density.

## G. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

G.1 Approval of the following Minutes: September 8, 2025, Budget Public Hearing; September 16, 2025, Regular Meeting; and September 18, 2025, Emergency Meeting.

Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve the minutes, as presented, seconded by Commissioner Czyszczon, and carried five to zero.

## H. CONSENT AGENDA

Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented, seconded by Commissioner Czyszczon. Commissioner Dickey noted the March meeting was on St. Patrick’s Day. Following discussion, the meeting on March 17, 2026, was moved to March 16, 2026. The motion carried five to zero.

H.1 Authorize spending authority for the purchase of Barber Surf Rake in the amount of $84,655 from H. Barber & Sons, Inc.

H.2 Authorize the City Manager to Purchase a new Street Sweeper for $400,950.00 using the Sheriffs Association Cooperative Purchasing Program.

H.3 2026 Meeting Schedule for the City Commission Regular Meetings and Workshops

## H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS

H.1 A Quasi-Judicial Proceeding- Case VAR-000553-2025- 8490 W Gulf Blvd- Variance request to Sec. 68-438 to permit the construction of a swimming pool measuring 37 feet in width at a 0 foot setback from the property line, where a minimum setback of 10 feet is required.

Attorney Rollins provided an overview of the variance process and asked for anyone to disclose any ex-parte communication. Mayor Doctor moved to table the item, seconded by Vice Mayor Vasquez. Commissioner Dickey asked if the applicant would be allowed to speak. Vice Mayor Vasquez said there was communication from the applicant. Mr. Hendrick Bisanz, Seasalt Properties, explained why many homeowners on Sunset beach had not been able to rebuild and expounded on the history of why the County funded the beach nourishment initiative, disagreed with the staff recommendation, said the Planning and Zoning Board would support the variance, and asked for approval.

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Attorney Rollins advised if the Commission wanted to hear the case, the process needed to be followed.

Commissioner Dickey did not believe the item needed to be tabled and if the variance was approved, it would allow the owner to move forward. Vice Mayor Vasquez opined the delay for nourishment was not the City’s responsibility and did not want to set precedent by approving a 0-foot setback because it was unclear when the County would complete renourishment.

Commissioner Dickey wondered if the Commission table the item or hear it. Vice Mayor Vasquez said she did not want to vote no, but would if they heard the case.

The motion carried four to one; Commissioner Dickey voted no.

H.2 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-04 amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of Treasure Island Comprehensive Plan.

Attorney Rollins read the ordinance by title only. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve Ordinance 2025-04 amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of Treasure Island Comprehensive Plan at the second and final reading and transmit the amendment to Florida Commerce in accordance with Chapter 163.3187 Florida Statutes and providing for an effective date, seconded by Commissioner Dickey. Mayor Doctor called for public comment; there was no response. The motion carried five to zero.

## H.3 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-05 amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Treasure Island.

Attorney Rollins read the ordinance by title only. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve Ordinance 2025-05 amending the official zoning map of the City of Treasure Island at the second and final reading, seconded by Commissioner Czyszczon. Mayor Doctor called for public comment; there was no response. The motion carried five to zero.

## H.4 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-26 to Ban Shark Fishing on Treasure Island Beaches (Commissioner Dickey)

Attorney Rollins read the ordinance by title only. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve Ordinance 2025-26 at the second and final public hearing, seconded by Commissioner Dickey. Mayor Doctor called for public comment; there was no response. The motion carried five to zero.

A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA D. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION E. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES F.1 Approval of the following Minutes: September 8, 2025, Budget Public Hearing; September 16, 2025, Regular Meeting; and September 18, 2025, Emergency Meeting. 09.08.2025 Budget PH Minutes.docx 09.16.2025 Regular Meeting Minutes - TP.docx September 18 2025 Minutes.docx G. CONSENT AGENDA G.1 Authorize spending authority for the purchase of Barber Surf Rake in the amount of $84,655 from H. Barber & Sons, Inc. H. Barber & Sons, Inc. Quote.pdf G.2 Authorize the City Manager to Purchase a new Street Sweeper for $400,950.00 using the Sheriffs Association Cooperative Purchasing Program. Treasure Island A7 New - Tampa Crane - Purchase Agreement - Version 3.pdf A7 Tornado SE ~ Treasure Island No Price.pdf G.3 2026 Meeting Schedule for the City Commission Regular Meetings and Workshops BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 – 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

2026 Proposed Calendar.docx H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS H.1 A Quasi-Judicial Proceeding- Case VAR-000553-2025- 8490 W Gulf Blvd- Variance request to Sec. 68-438 to permit the construction of a swimming pool measuring 37 feet in width at a 0 foot setback from the property line, where a minimum setback of 10 feet is required. 1. Staff Report.docx 2. Application.pdf 3. Warranty Deed.pdf 4. Affidavit to Authorize Agent.pdf 5. Variance Narrative.pdf 6. Site Plan.pdf 7. Survey.pdf 8. 2014 Pool Plan.pdf H.2 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-04 amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of Treasure Island Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance 2025-04 Amending the Comprehensive Plan FLUM - Copy (02832650- 2).DOCX FLUMA Exhibits A-C.pdf COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT.docx FUTURE LAND USE MAP ATTACHMENT.pdf Fully executed Purchase and Sale Agreement Isle of Palms 8-22-18 (01030132xBA9D6).pdf LPA signed Resolution 2025-07 (approval of Ord 2025-04).pdf Business Impact Ord 2025-04.DOCX ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION.pdf 59995.pdf H.3 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-05 amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Treasure Island. Ordinance 2025-05 Amending the Zoning Map (02832651-2).DOCX Zoning Map Exhibits A-C.pdf ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION.pdf ZONING MAP AMENDMENT ATTACHMENT.pdf Fully executed Purchase and Sale Agreement Isle of Palms 8-22-18 (01030132xBA9D6).pdf LPA Signed Resolution 2025-08 (approval of 2025-05).pdf Business Impact Ord 2025-05.docx 59997.pdf H.4 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-26 to Ban Shark Fishing on Treasure Island Beaches (Commissioner Dickey) Treasure Island Shark Fishing Ban Draft.docx 59984 Ordinance 2025-26.pdf H.5 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-27, vacating approximately 14,000 sq ft / 0.3214 acres of an alley located between 106th and 107th Avenue, a public right-

of-way, to retain a utility easement over the 30-foot-wide east-west alley, to retain a pedestrian easement over the 10-foot-wide north-south alley. 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Ordinance 2025-27 Pirates Square Vacation Right of Way.pdf 3. Exhibit A.pdf 4. Exhibit B.pdf 5. Ordinance Business Impact Estimate.docx 6. Application (Vacation of Right-of-way).pdf 7. Applicant Memorandum.pdf 8. Sketch and Legal of Area to be Vacated.pdf 9. Sketch and Legal for Pedestrian Easement.pdf 10. Boundary Survey.pdf 11. Letters of No Objection.pdf 12. Abutting Property Owner Letter.pdf 13. Proof of Legal Ad- 59987 H.6 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-29, Treasure Island Code of Ethics Ordinance_2025-_29_Ordinance_Code_of_Ethics.pdf 59993 Ordinance 2025-29.pdf H.7 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-28, to approve FY 2026 fee schedule 59990 Ordinance 2025-28.pdf FY26 Fee Schedule - Red Lined.pdf Fee_Ordinance_2025-28.pdf H.8 First Reading of Ordinance 2025-33, Mandatory Lot Mowing Program (Commissioner Clark) Ordinance 2025-33 Lawn Maintenance.docx H.9 Extension of Emergency Ordinance 2025-23, Repealing Certain Sections of Chapter 69 and 76 Ordinance_2025-23 2.docx H.10Non-Exclusive License Agreement with Two Mermaids Beach Resort for Parking Access Parking Agreement - Two Mermaids 2026.pdf H.11Approve City Manager's Purchase Authority to enter into a construction contract with Qualis General Contractors, LLC. for the construction of 6 pickleball courts at Rosselli Park. Exhibit A- Bid Tabulation.pdf Bid Schedule.XLSX Construction Contract Forms.pdf 2025.09.23 - Rosselli Park Plans Final.pdf Exhibit B- TIPC Draft Revision of Rosselli RFP.docx H.12State Fire Marshal Cancer Decontamination Grant Award acceptance

Treasure Island Fire Rescue Grant Application 2025.pdf Meiko Decon Equipment Flyer.pdf QT1889214 Treasure Island FHS extractor & dryer 1.1.25.pdf QT1889214 Treasure Island FHS extractor & dryer 1.1.25.pdf H.13Approve Resolution 2025-24 for Appointment and Contract of City Attorney Resolution 2025-24 Appointment of Vose As City Attorney.docx Legal Representation Agreement - TI - November 2025.pdf  Overview of Legal Representation Agreement – City of Treasure Island & Vose Law Firm, LLP.pdf I. COMMISSIONER REPORTS J. 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.

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A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL C. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA D. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION E. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES F.1 Approval of the following Minutes: September 8, 2025, Budget Public Hearing; September 16, 2025, Regular Meeting; and September 18, 2025, Emergency Meeting. 09.08.2025 Budget PH Minutes.docx 09.16.2025 Regular Meeting Minutes - TP.docx September 18 2025 Minutes.docx G. CONSENT AGENDA G.1 Authorize spending authority for the purchase of Barber Surf Rake in the amount of $84,655 from H. Barber & Sons, Inc. H. Barber & Sons, Inc. Quote.pdf G.2 Authorize the City Manager to Purchase a new Street Sweeper for $400,950.00 using the Sheriffs Association Cooperative Purchasing Program. Treasure Island A7 New - Tampa Crane - Purchase Agreement - Version 3.pdf A7 Tornado SE ~ Treasure Island No Price.pdf G.3 2026 Meeting Schedule for the City Commission Regular Meetings and Workshops BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 – 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

2026 Proposed Calendar.docx H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS H.1 A Quasi-Judicial Proceeding- Case VAR-000553-2025- 8490 W Gulf Blvd- Variance request to Sec. 68-438 to permit the construction of a swimming pool measuring 37 feet in width at a 0 foot setback from the property line, where a minimum setback of 10 feet is required. 1. Staff Report.docx 2. Application.pdf 3. Warranty Deed.pdf 4. Affidavit to Authorize Agent.pdf 5. Variance Narrative.pdf 6. Site Plan.pdf 7. Survey.pdf 8. 2014 Pool Plan.pdf H.2 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-04 amending the Future Land Use Map of the City of Treasure Island Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance 2025-04 Amending the Comprehensive Plan FLUM - Copy (02832650- 2).DOCX FLUMA Exhibits A-C.pdf COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT.docx FUTURE LAND USE MAP ATTACHMENT.pdf Fully executed Purchase and Sale Agreement Isle of Palms 8-22-18 (01030132xBA9D6).pdf LPA signed Resolution 2025-07 (approval of Ord 2025-04).pdf Business Impact Ord 2025-04.DOCX ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION.pdf 59995.pdf H.3 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-05 amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Treasure Island. Ordinance 2025-05 Amending the Zoning Map (02832651-2).DOCX Zoning Map Exhibits A-C.pdf ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION.pdf ZONING MAP AMENDMENT ATTACHMENT.pdf Fully executed Purchase and Sale Agreement Isle of Palms 8-22-18 (01030132xBA9D6).pdf LPA Signed Resolution 2025-08 (approval of 2025-05).pdf Business Impact Ord 2025-05.docx 59997.pdf H.4 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-26 to Ban Shark Fishing on Treasure Island Beaches (Commissioner Dickey) Treasure Island Shark Fishing Ban Draft.docx 59984 Ordinance 2025-26.pdf H.5 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-27, vacating approximately 14,000 sq ft / 0.3214 acres of an alley located between 106th and 107th Avenue, a public right- 2

of-way, to retain a utility easement over the 30-foot-wide east-west alley, to retain a pedestrian easement over the 10-foot-wide north-south alley. 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Ordinance 2025-27 Pirates Square Vacation Right of Way.pdf 3. Exhibit A.pdf 4. Exhibit B.pdf 5. Ordinance Business Impact Estimate.docx 6. Application (Vacation of Right-of-way).pdf 7. Applicant Memorandum.pdf 8. Sketch and Legal of Area to be Vacated.pdf 9. Sketch and Legal for Pedestrian Easement.pdf 10. Boundary Survey.pdf 11. Letters of No Objection.pdf 12. Abutting Property Owner Letter.pdf 13. Proof of Legal Ad- 59987 H.6 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-29, Treasure Island Code of Ethics Ordinance_2025-_29_Ordinance_Code_of_Ethics.pdf 59993 Ordinance 2025-29.pdf H.7 Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2025-28, to approve FY 2026 fee schedule 59990 Ordinance 2025-28.pdf FY26 Fee Schedule - Red Lined.pdf Fee_Ordinance_2025-28.pdf H.8 First Reading of Ordinance 2025-33, Mandatory Lot Mowing Program (Commissioner Clark) Ordinance 2025-33 Lawn Maintenance.docx H.9 Extension of Emergency Ordinance 2025-23, Repealing Certain Sections of Chapter 69 and 76 Ordinance_2025-23 2.docx H.10Non-Exclusive License Agreement with Two Mermaids Beach Resort for Parking Access Parking Agreement - Two Mermaids 2026.pdf H.11Approve City Manager's Purchase Authority to enter into a construction contract with Qualis General Contractors, LLC. for the construction of 6 pickleball courts at Rosselli Park. Exhibit A- Bid Tabulation.pdf Bid Schedule.XLSX Construction Contract Forms.pdf 2025.09.23 - Rosselli Park Plans Final.pdf Exhibit B- TIPC Draft Revision of Rosselli RFP.docx H.12State Fire Marshal Cancer Decontamination Grant Award acceptance 3

Treasure Island Fire Rescue Grant Application 2025.pdf Meiko Decon Equipment Flyer.pdf QT1889214 Treasure Island FHS extractor & dryer 1.1.25.pdf QT1889214 Treasure Island FHS extractor & dryer 1.1.25.pdf H.13Approve Resolution 2025-24 for Appointment and Contract of City Attorney Resolution 2025-24 Appointment of Vose As City Attorney.docx Legal Representation Agreement - TI - November 2025.pdf  Overview of Legal Representation Agreement – City of Treasure Island & Vose Law Firm, LLP.pdf I. COMMISSIONER REPORTS J. 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. 4

AGENDA ITEM NO. F.1 Item Cover Page DATE: November 4, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Lisa-Marie Kennedy, Administration ITEM TYPE: Minutes AGENDA SECTION: APPROVAL OF MINUTES SUBJECT: Approval of the following Minutes: September 8, 2025, Budget Public Hearing; September 16, 2025, Regular Meeting; and September 18, 2025, Emergency 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 the following minutes: September 8, 2025, Budget Public Hearing; September 16, 2025, Regular Meeting; and September 18, 2025, Emergency Meeting. 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: 5

09.08.2025 Budget PH Minutes.docx 09.16.2025 Regular Meeting Minutes - TP.docx September 18 2025 Minutes.docx 6

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 – 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 6:01 p.m. and led in the pledge of allegiance. B. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor John Doctor Vice Mayor Tammy Vasquez Commissioner Arthur Czyszczon Commissioner Arden Dickey Absent: Commissioner Chris Clark City Manager Charlie Van Zant noted that Commissioner Clark’s absence was excused due to a family emergency. C. ITEMS OF BUSINESS Public Works Director Gary Volenec provided an update on solid waste outsourcing, as contained in background materials. Vice Mayor Vasquez asked about yard debris pickup. Mr. Volenec said yard waste would be picked up twice a week. Commissioner Dickey wanted to see the City’s remaining expenses after outsourcing. Director Volenec noted the current budget reflected keeping solid waste in house. Finance Director Victor Ortiz said after outsourcing there was potential for one full-time equivalent of about $60,000, but City staff would try to cover any additional work, and said the solid waste fund would be eliminated after any debts were paid and any remaining funds would be put in the general fund. Mayor Doctor asked how the contract would be signed. City Manager Charlie Van Zant said solid waste outsourcing would be on the September 16, 2025, agenda and did not 7

believe he could sign the contract without the Board’s full approval. City Attorney Anthony Sabatini said the Board would have to give authorization. C.1 Authorize Commissioner Clark to Participate Remotely – Not Addressed. C.2 First Budget Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve Ordinance 2025-21 adopting FY 2026 budget, with the budget document and prior year encumbrances as of September 30, 2025, at the first reading, with a second and final reading and public hearing scheduled for September 16, seconded by Commissioner Czyszczon. Mayor Doctor called for public comment. Ms. Sarah Pennington, Isle of Palms, read comments from Commissioner Clark outlining his objections to the budget due to insufficient time to review and increased expenses. Director Ortiz reviewed a presentation, as provided in background materials. Responding to Commissioner Dickey, Director Ortiz said the 2024 and 2025 amounts were presented for reference and validity and continued the presentation. Commissioner Dickey noted the building fund operating expenses were projected at a historically high amount and believed the City was attempting to keep the operating expenses that were adopted due to storm recovery. Director Ortiz said he could dig into the details of the building operating account and follow up with the Commissioner. Referencing background material, Commissioner Dickey believed the budget reflected previous year’s expenses that would not continue. Assistant Community Development Director Maryellen Edwards said the amount was due to the additional building inspector, the MT Causley contract increase, and software costs. Commissioner Dickey asked the City Manager to look more closely at the Building Fund. In answer to Mayor Doctor, Director Ortiz confirmed Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds were expected for the building fund, highlighted the building fund still owed money to the general fund, and said he would provide the amounts expected from FEMA. Commissioner Dickey reiterated that the building fund operating expenses needed to be examined. Director Ortiz stated the building fund could not operate at a deficit moving forward, would report on the amount of money expected from FEMA, but cautioned those funds were not guaranteed. Director Ortiz resumed the presentation. Regarding the wastewater fund, Commissioner Dickey noted a six percent increase and suggested not raising the rate, which would cost $400,000 in revenue but believed the fund balance was significant enough to not have a negative impact. Director Ortiz said the City was not increasing rates, but said the increase was a pass-through increase from the City of St. Petersburg. Commissioner Dickey said he thought the account would be fine without passing along the increase from St. Petersburg. Director Ortiz noted there would only be $2 million left in the account at the end of FY 2026. Commissioner Dickey argued that was because of capital expenditures and asserted the account did not need the six percent increase. Director Ortiz said he would adjust the budget if the Commission consented but did not recommend it. Director 8

Volenec added that the lift stations were damaged during the storm and Public Works was evaluating a program to renovate them all. Director Ortiz explained it was important to keep a healthy balance due to the operating expenses. Commissioner Dickey said he would like the City Manager to look at the fund. Director Ortiz resumed the presentation. Referencing the set-aside reserves, Mayor Doctor asked if the funds were from unfunded capital improvement projects. Director Ortiz confirmed. Mayor Doctor said there were very large projects that needed to be completed. Commissioner Dickey asked if the money could be used for projects. Director Ortiz did not recommend using all the funds, but they were available. Director Ortiz continued the presentation. Commissioner Dickey asked if the solid waste outsourcing was completed, could the money be spent on other things. Director Ortiz said it could after a budget amendment and concluded the presentation. Vice Mayor Vasquez confirmed the amounts shown in the presentation did not include expected FEMA or grant money. Director Ortiz said the reserves would increase with FEMA/Grant funds. Commissioner Dickey asked how reserve funds were invested. Director Ortiz said the City invested about $1.8 million that renewed every month and advised against long-term or high-risk investments. Commissioner Dickey noticed the interest revenue from FY 2025 was about $600,00 and appreciated the high amount and noted miscellaneous interest was budgeted lower than the previous year. Praising the conservative approach to the budget, Commissioner Dickey believed City revenue would be higher due to the budget reflecting a higher decrease in property tax revenue than expected and lower parking revenue than anticipated. Director Ortiz explained he budgeted 95% of expected revenues. Following remarks, Mayor Doctor agreed staff had done an excellent job, but asked about a fee schedule. Director Ortiz said there were no fee changes recommended and believed there should be a fee study. City Manager Van Zant said the fee schedule could be adjusted if the Commissioner desired. Responding to Mayor Doctor, City Manager Van Zant said he would get the fee schedule to the Commission. Commissioner Czyszczon asked how the increased parking fee increase was going. City Manager Van Zant said he would be coming back with the results when the month was completed. Commissioner Dickey said it was a bad month due to weather issues. Police Chief John Barkley noted there were record parking tickets issues and said the City was evaluating “scoff” laws for repeat violators. Commissioner Dickey asked if parking tickets prevented people from renewing their driver’s license. Commissioner Czyszczon inquired about increasing parking fines. Mayor Doctor favored increasing parking rates to $5 and wanted to see all the parking lots have signage that highlighted City Parking and rates. Commissioner Czyszczon did not want rates printed on signs because it would prohibit dynamic parking. Vice Mayor Vasquez agreed with Mayor Doctor. Mayor Doctor said there could be an asterisk denoting rates might vary. Commissioner Dickey did not want to make any changes until the month 9

parking analysis. Director Ortiz said he would bring back a full parking analysis to Commissioner Czyszczon and a credit card fee item for the October 7, 2025, workshop. Mayor Doctor did not believe the month-long parking analysis would provide much information. Vice Mayor Vasquez agreed. Answering Mayor Doctor, City Manager Van Zant said the analysis would be a snapshot to compare to 2024. Commissioner Dickey suggested comparing July and August. Commissioner Czyszczon suggested comparing August 2023, August 2024, and August 2025. Mr. Mark Hohe, District 3, appreciated Commissioner Dickey’s questions, highlighted a request from August 8, 2025, for a summary of salaries; noted the last rate study significantly increased stormwater rates; hoped the $12 million reserve was spent wisely. Ms. Sarah Pennington, Isle of Palms, praised Director Ortiz and Commissioner Dickey, wondered if private parking lots could be required to post they were private lots, and cautioned against lifestyle creep within the City budget. City Attorney Anthony Sabatini read the ordinance by title only. The motion carried four to zero. D. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS None. E. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. _________________________ John Doctor, Mayor Attest: ___________________________ Lisa-Marie V. Kennedy, City Clerk 10

1 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 – 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 6:00 p.m., announced speakers must have card submitted by 6:15 p.m. if they wished to speak, and asked for consensus on reducing the public comment period from five minutes to three minutes. Vice Mayor Vasquez consented. Commissioners Clark and Dickey did not agree with reducing the public comment time. Commissioner Czyszczon and Mayor Doctor agreed to the reduction. Mayor Doctor led in the pledge of allegiance. B. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor John Doctor Vice Mayor Tammy Vasquez Commissioner Chris Clark Commissioner Arthur Czyszczon Commissioner Arden Dickey C. APPROVAL OF REGULAR AND WORKSHOP AGENDAS There were no changes to the agenda. D. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION – None. E. ATTORNEY AND CITY MANAGER REPORT Assistant City Manager Bobbie Shay Lee introduced Chaplain Andy Ellis, who led a prayer. Assistant City Manager Lee shared a report, as contained in background material; requested an emergency ordinance to repeal the Terrain Modification Manual (TMM); and asked the Commission to hold an emergency meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 4 p.m. to hear 11

2 the item. Commissioner Clark asked for specifics on what the item would do. City Attorney Anthony Sabatini said the ordinance would exempt single-family homes and properties with sea walls from the TMM to speed up repairs. Assistant Community Development Director Maryellen Edwards noted there were problems with consultants and the proposed exemption would assist residents in the short term and expedite permits. Commissioner Clark expounded on TMM issues and asked if the change was beneficial to the City as well. Assistant City Manager Lee explained the purpose. Mayor Doctor wanted to hold the emergency meeting on September 18, 2025, at 4 p.m. to discuss the emergency ordinance and asked for consensus on the time and location. The Commission consented. F. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Dennis Vagan, 11670 6th Street East, shared his personal history with Treasure Island and expressed concern with the personal attacks towards staff, the Commission, and fellow residents. Mr. Rhett Carlton, Modern House and Building Movers, relayed problems with the City’s permit process. Commissioner Clark asked if the emergency ordinance would assist. Mr. Jeremy Patterson, Modern House and Building Movers, introduced, Terri Mounken, 11185 8th Street East, spoke about her permit experience. Mr. Patterson praised staff. Mr. Alonso Milan, Modern House and Building Movers, elaborated on the need to work together to expedite permit/rebuilding process. Mr. Brian Goodwin, Isle of Capri, reflected on the past year, spoke on vacant homes, recommended CDD speed up the permit process, emphasized increased crime in the City, and thought the City should not increase height and density without a Citywide vote. Mr. Mark Hohe, District 3, wanted to know why the increased height/density ordinance included properties in the residential/community areas and advocated the ordinance be limited to specific areas. Mr. Had Sail, former Charter Review Committee Chair, said the previous charter amendment that required a citizen vote on increased height and density was intended to prevent overdevelopment of the island and elaborated on the history behind the charter amendment. Ms. Kimberly Stewart, Isle of Palms, spoke on the demolition of the St. Petersburg restrooms/snack shack and hoped the Commission could help speed up the permit process, praised CDD Manager Jacqueline Gabriel’s work, and did not support increased height/density when it was accompanied with misinformation. Ms. Valarie Acree, Isle of Capri, expressed her support of Vice Mayor Vasquez and the increased height/density for the Thunderbird Hotel. Mr. Mike Braddy, 11950 4th Street East, praised Vice Mayor Vasquez and spoke against the negative comments from other residents and was for increased height/density to improve the community because of its current decrepit state. 12

3 Ms. Carol Braddy, 11950 4th Street East, shared support for Vice Mayor Vasquez and wanted the community to pull together, spoke about the negative impacts caused by the storm, favored increased height/density, and highlighted the importance of tourism in the community. Ms. Brandy Long, Gulf Boulevard, advocated for additional ethics regulations for the City, including disclosure/recusal for personal and family conflicts of interest. Mr. David Scott Elliot, 520 Capri, emphasized the importance of tourism for the City and believed the City should support the Thunderbird Hotel’s comprehensive plan amendment. Ms. Barb Adams, Isle of Palms, disagreed with increased height, advocated for mixed use development in the downtown area, and expressed frustration with the permit process. Ms. Laurie Lawson, Isle of Capri, was for increased development in the City and supported the Thunderbird Hotel’s increased height. Mr. Rick Matthews, District 3, agreed negative rhetoric needed to decrease, felt the Commission needed a code of conduct, and read text messages from Commissioner Czyszczon, which were submitted into the record. Mr. Jim Watkins, Isle of Capri, spoke on an initiative to recall Vice Mayor Vasquez. Ms. Christa Adymy and Tammy Wickes, 295 115th Avenue, discussed the current state of the City, advocated for Mr. Jim Brainard to work on the City’s master plan and encouraged development decisions be delayed until a master plan was completed. Mr. Thomas Smith, local builder, was upset about permit process. City Attorney Sabatini advised the emergency ordinance would help alleviate the issue. Mr. Smith continued concerns with the Elevate Florida program and offered assistance to residents who may have been denied. Assistant City Manager Lee relayed Elevate Florida statistics for the City of Treasure Island. G. APPROVAL OF MINUTES F.1 Approval of the following Minutes: August 8, 2025, Budget Workshop. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Commissioner Dickey, and carried five to zero. H. CONSENT AGENDA Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to adopt Consent Agenda, as presented, seconded by Commissioner Czyszczon, and carried five to zero. G.1 Approval of the Contract and General Conditions for the Operation of the Treasure Island and Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce Friday Morning Market. G.2 Advanced Life Support First Responder Contract, Amendment 1, with the Pinellas County EMS Authority. 13

4 G.3 Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Tourism Promotion Agreement with Pinellas County on behalf of Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater for the 16th annual Sanding Ovations presents The Gallery of Sand G.4 FY25 Contract for Services with Pinellas County Sheriff's Office H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS H.1 Second Reading of Ordinance 2025-19 - Budget Amendment to recognize additional expenses of $3,283,300 incurred during Hurricanes Helene and Milton City Attorney Sabatini read the ordinance by title only. Vice Mayor Vasquez moved t

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