Meeting Name: City Commission Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/6/2025 9:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: City Hall
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25-3764 11Interim City Attorney Vernis & BowlingResolutionApproving the proposed Interim City Attorney Employment Agreement between the City of Key West, Florida and Dirk M. Smits, Esquire, individually, and on behalf of Vernis & Bowling of the Florida Keys, P.A.FailedPass Action details Video Video
25-3759 12 ResolutionApproving the Interim City Attorney Employment Agreement between the City of Key West, Florida and Chief Assistant City Attorney Kendal Harden.PassedPass Action details Not available
Min 25-1537 13 Minutes*April 1, 2025PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3612 14 Resolution*Authorizing The Marker Resort to hold the "Salute to Service 5K" on Sunday, May 25, 2025, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. beginning at the Marker Resort; Authorizing the closure of certain streets or portions thereof for said race from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M; Pursuant to terms and conditions set forth by the City Manager.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3747 15 Resolution*Authorizing Mile 0 Events to conduct the "Parrots & Margaritas 5K" on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. (Set-up starting at 5:00 A.M.) beginning at Irish Kevin's - 211 Duval Street; Authorizing the closure of certain streets or portions thereof for said race from 5:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M; Pursuant to terms and conditions set forth by the City Manager.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3712 16 Resolution*Authorizing the Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce to conduct the "6th Annual BBQ Rib Battle" on Ann Street on Sunday, August 31, 2025, from 11:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (Set-up beginning at 9 A.M.); Pursuant to terms and conditions set forth by the City Manager; Authorizing the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages within the enclosed area.   Action details Not available
25-3642 17 Resolution*Authorizing Mile 0 Events to hold the "Fantasy Fest 5K" on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. (Set-up to begin at 4:00 P.M.) beginning at Irish Kevin's - 211 Duval Street; Authorizing the closure of certain streets or portions thereof for said race from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M; Pursuant to terms and conditions set forth by the City Manager.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3701 18 Resolution*Authorizing Mile 0 Events to hold the "Southernmost Turkey Trot" on Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. (Set-up to begin at 5:00 A.M.) within the streets of Key West; Authorizing the closure of certain streets or portions thereof for said race from 5:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.; Pursuant to terms and conditions set forth by the City Manager.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3549 19 Resolution*Authorizing Integrity Multisport, Inc. to conduct the Annual Key West Triathlon starting at 4:00 A.M. and ending at 12:00 P.M, December 14, 2025 (Set-up, December 13, 2025, from 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.) at Higgs Beach; Authorizing certain street closures thereof during the event; Pursuant to terms and conditions set forth by the City Manager.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3742 110 Resolution*Approving the Proposed Settlement Agreement Between the City of Key West and Susan Matasci, Kory Kellogg, individually and as parents and natural guardians of W.K., a minor, in Circuit Court Case Number 23-CA-772-K in the amount of $75,000.00; Authorizing the City Manager to execute all settlement documents upon the advice and consent of the City Attorney's Office.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3739 111Ratification of Emergency Procurement for Building Inspection, Plans Review, and Chief Building Official ServicesResolution*Ratifying and approving the Emergency Procurement, pursuant to Section 2-797(2) of the Code of Ordinances, of an Agreement with All Aspects Inspection Services, Inc. for the Florida DBPR Licensed Professional Building Inspection, Plans Review, and Chief Building Official Services for an initial amount of $50,000, not to exceed $200,000; Approving necessary budget transfers.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3719 112 Resolution*Approving the Work Orders for Charley Toppino & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $1,303,988.11 for asphalt paving, signage and striping under the Right-of-Way Improvements Contract; Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary budget transfers or amendments, upon consent of the City Attorney's office.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3730 113 Resolution*Approving the purchase of 10 traffic signal cabinets, 14 traffic signal controllers, and related equipment from Transportation Control Systems, Inc., pursuant to Section 2-797(1) of the Code of Ordinances, as the sole provider of Swarco McCain, Inc. traffic equipment in the State of Florida, in an amount not to exceed $348,908.00; Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary contracts, budget transfers or amendments, upon consent of the City Attorney's Office.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3302 114Mallory Submerged Lands Lease Exp 2029Resolution*Approving the attached 'Sovereignty Submerged Lands Fee Waived Lease Renewal ("Lease") between the City and the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund of the State of Florida for the submerged lands located adjacent to Mallory Square T-Pier (BOT File No. 440769265), as described in attachment "A" to the Lease.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3487 115City Marina Rate IncreasesResolution*Approving the attached adjusted dockage rates at Garrison Bight Marina; Authorizing annual CPI adjustments; Authorizing any necessary budget transfers or adjustments; Authorizing the City Manager to execute documents upon consent of the City Attorney.PostponedPass Action details Not available
25-3699 116Waterfront Playhouse Key West Players Second Amendment to LeaseResolution*Approving the Second Amendment to Lease between the City of Key West, Florida and Key West Players Inc. extending the term for a period of six (6) months; Authorizing necessary budget amendment or adjustments.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3693 117Awarding the Bid Proposal from Charley Toppino & Sons Inc, for Construction of Dennis St. Phase IIResolution*Awarding the Bid submitted by Charley Toppino & Sons, Inc. for construction of Dennis St. Phase II Stormwater Improvements in the amount of $998,500 and authorizing the City Manager to execute necessary budget adjustments and/or transfers and contract documents, upon consent of the City Attorney.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3638 118Purchase MWI Submersible Electric Pump from PSI Technologies, in the amount of $127,900.00, and authorize budget transferResolution*Authorizing the purchase of one (1) MWI Submersible Electric Pump, from PSI Technologies, Inc., on Brand Name, Sole Source and in the Best Interests of the City, pursuant to Sections 2-844, 2-797(1), and 2-797(4)(b) of the Code of Ordinances, in a total amount not to exceed $127,900.00; Authorizing any necessary budget transfers.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3735 119 Resolution*Approving the attached Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. VW304 between the Florida Department of Environmental Protection ("FDEP") and City of Key West Department of Transportation, to extend the term of the Agreement to June 30, 2027 and add Part VI, "Special Audit Requirements"; Authorizing the City Manager to execute necessary documents and effectuate any necessary budget amendments.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3733 120Ratification of Change Order 1 for White St Pump Can InstallationResolution*Ratifying the approval of Change Order 1 in the amount of $31,947.48, in accordance with Section 2-845(a) of the Code of Ordinances, for additional tasks, due to unforeseen conditions, to remove and rehabilitate to ensure proper fitment of new pump cans at the White Street Stormwater Pump Station, under the contract approved for Reynolds Construction of Florida, LLC. in Resolution 24-316 pursuant to Sec. 2-845(a) of the Code of Ordinances; Authorizing approval of any necessary budget transfers and amendments.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3698 121General Utilities and Infrastructure Services Contract : Stormwater Well RehabilitationResolution*Awarding the responsive bid proposals submitted by Charley Toppino & Sons, Inc. and A.C. Schultes of Florida, Inc. in response to Invitation to Bid 25-002 for stormwater well rehabilitation; Authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a General Utilities and Infrastructure Services Contract with both bidders, upon consent of the City Attorney's Office.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3738 122Change Order approving a 2.9% increase to PO#102567 (OMI) for increased sludge hauling fees from Waste Management.Resolution*Approving a Change Order to accommodate the 2.9% increase in sludge hauling rates in the amount of $179,546.00 (from $6,959,583.00 to $7,139,129.00), pursuant to Section 2-845(a) of the Code of Ordinances; Authorizing necessary budget transfers.PassedPass Action details Not available
25-3718 123 ProclamationJ.T. Thompson DayReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3716 124 ProclamationUS National Maritime DayReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3745 125 ProclamationConch RepublicPostponed  Action details Not available
25-3775 126 ProclamationNational Nurses WeekReceived and Filed  Action details Not available
25-3715 127 ProclamationPeace Officers Memorial Day and Key West Police WeekReceived and Filed  Action details Not available
25-3714 128 ProclamationGuidance Care Center WeekReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3717 129 ProclamationFront Line Worker Appreciation MonthReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3551 130 PresentationCity of Key West Employee Service Awards, May 2025 - Bridget Flores, Human ResourcesReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3637 131 PresentationCity of Key West Employee of the 2nd Quarter - Bridget Flores, Human Resources DirectorReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3736 132 PresentationPoinciana Special Needs Housing Section Redevelopment Update - Presentation by AH MonroeReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3695 133FY2025 6 Month Budget UpdatePresentation6 Month Budget Update - Christina Bervaldi, Director of FinanceReceived and Filed  Action details Video Video
25-3720 134 ResolutionApproving the purchase and installation of artificial turf at Pepe Hernandez Field from Astroturf Corporation in the amount of $987,738.00, through the Sourcewell Contract, pursuant to Sec. 2-797(3) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Key West, Florida; Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary contracts, budget transfers or amendments, upon consent of the City Attorney.PostponedPass Action details Video Video
25-3777 135 ResolutionDirecting the City Manager to competitively procure an independent auditing firm to review the seven (7) permits identified in the recent indictment against the Chief Building Official of the City of Key West, Florida to provide recommendations for any remedial action needed and the best methodology to identify additional permits that should be reviewed that may fit the same category of falsified permits.Failed  Action details Video Video
25-3760 236 ResolutionAuthorizing and directing a search for the position of City Attorney; Approving the job description; approving the job application; Establishing a search in the State of Florida, requiring active membership in the Florida Bar; Establishing a timeline and advertising in certain publications; Authorizing the Human Resources Director to review applications to ensure they meet minimum qualification; Establishing an Advisory Screening Committee, appointments and procedures; Authorizing any necessary budget transfers or adjustmentsPassedPass Action details Video Video
25-3758 137 Discussion ItemsIguana and Chicken Population and ControlDiscussed  Action details Video Video
25-3762 138 Discussion ItemsAdministrative Leave for Charter OfficersDiscussed  Action details Video Video
25-3744 139 PresentationDepartment ReportsReceived and Filed  Action details Not available
25-3305 140Tidal Gauge FDEPResolutionApproving the attached revocable "License Agreement" for use of City property between the City of Key West and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for the installation and maintenance of a tide gauge/weather station at the Edward B. Knight White Street Pier.PassedPass Action details Video Video
25-3508 241 OrdinanceText Amendment of the Land Development Regulations - A resolution of the City of Key West Planning Board recommending an Ordinance to the City Commission to amend the Land Development Regulations Chapter 122, Division 5 entitled ‘Specific Use Regulation’ Subdivision IV entitled ‘Home Occupations’, Section 1306 entitled ‘Conditions’ and 1307 entitled ‘Issuance of permit’ to assign the Chief Licensing Official the responsibility to issue Home Occupation licenses; providing for severability; providing for repeal of inconsistent provisions; providing for an effective date.PostponedPass Action details Video Video
25-3342 242 OrdinanceText Amendment of the Land Development Regulations - An Ordinance of the City of Key West, Florida, to amend Chapter 122 of the Land Development Regulations, entitled "Zoning", Article V entitled "Supplementary District Regulations", Division 10 entitled "Work Force Housing" pursuant to Section 90-158 of the Land Development Regulations of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Key West, Florida; Modifying Section 122-1466, entitled "Definitions' by amending the Definitions of Terms related to affordability, household income categories, family size, development, and removing a definition for redevelopment; Modifying Section 122-1467, entitled "Requirements of Affordable Work Force Housing", including amendments to remove workforce housing requirements for redevelopment projects, modify linkage provisions, expand the geographical area where linkages are permitted, increase fees-in-lieu, modify provisions regarding the type of affordable units that are required for new development projects; Providing for severability; Providing for repeal of inconsistent provisions; Providing for an effPostponedPass Action details Video Video
24-6760 243 OrdinanceText Amendment to the Historic Architectural Review Commission’s Guidelines - An Ordinance of the City of Key West, Florida, to amend the Historic Architectural Review Commission Guidelines for Foundations & Lattice Infill, specifically Section VI (M.) Foundations & Lattice Infill, as referenced in Chapter 90 (Administration), Article II, Division 4 - Historic Architectural Review Commission of the City of Key West Land Development Regulations; Providing for severability; Providing for repeal of inconsistent provisions; Providing for an effective date.AdoptedPass Action details Video Video