901 Ponce de Leon Blvd.  
Belleair, FL 33756  
Town of Belleair  
Meeting Minutes  
Town Commission  
Tuesday, May 20, 2025  
5:30 PM  
Town Hall  
Meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM with Mayor Wilkinson presiding.  
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
COMMISSIONER ROLL CALL  
Present: 4 - Mayor Michael Wilkinson  
Commissioner Patricia Barris  
Commissioner Thomas Kelly  
Commissioner Todd Jennings  
Excused: 1 - Deputy Mayor Tom Shelly  
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS  
25-0074  
Proclaiming National Police Week and Peace Officers' Memorial Day  
Mayor Wilkinson requested Chief Doyle to introduce officers in attendance.  
Rick Doyle-Chief of Police-introduced police officers; Captain Beery, Sergeant Daniels,  
Sergeant Maul, Officer Rudd, Officer Langlois.  
Mayor Wilkinson read proclamation proclaiming National Police Week and Peace  
Officers' Memorial Day; thanked them for their dedication and commitment.  
25-0056  
2025 Public Works Week Proclamation  
Ryan Womack-Public Works Superintendent-spoke highly of the public works team;  
introduced those in attendance, Wilfred Holmes, Mike Holmes, Tim Higgins, Christian  
Melnik, Mike King, Scott Meyer, Scott Emerich, Mitch Huston, and Office Coordinator  
Tena Khachab.  
Mayor Wilkinson read proclamation for Public Works Week.  
25-0076  
Updates on Centennial Activities  
Joey Vars-Historian and Archivist-spoke on Town Hall time capsule opening; three  
items recovered, 1964 Clearwater Sun newspaper, 1964 Belleair Town directory, 1962  
edition of Belleair newsletter; capsule was completely water logged, however digital  
versions are available; spoke on updates to map; receiving historic marker from  
Pinellas County Historic Preservation Board, to be installed in the next 18 months.  
Mayor Wilkinson thanked Mr. Vars and commended his social media posts.  
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.  
25-0067  
First Reading of Ordinance 584 - Amending Chapter 2, Sec. 2-41 Remote Attendance  
Jay Daigneault - Town Attorney - read Ordinance 584 into the record by title only.  
Gay Lancaster-Town Manager- spoke on ordinance and ADA requirements.  
No public comments to be heard.  
Commissioner Barris moved approval of Ordinance 584 on first reading. Seconded by  
Commissioner Jennings.  
4 - Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings  
1 - Deputy Mayor Shelly  
Aye:  
Absent:  
25-0068  
First Reading of Ordinance 585 - Amending Appendix B Fee Schedule, Parking Fines  
Attorney Daigneault read Ordinance 585 into the record by title only.  
Ms. Lancaster spoke on meeting with residents on the fingers; discussed challenges  
and solutions; consensus on having one side of the street parking; neighbors  
supportive of assisting each other during rebuild process; recommendation to increase  
parking fines that are not just applicable to this area, but have not been updated in  
years; recommendation to increase fines for overtime $100, fire lane $150, double  
parking $100, no parking zone $100, keys in ignition $100, leaving motor running in an  
unattended vehicle $100, parking in handicap without permit $250, and to increase all  
other improper parking to $100; this is staff's recommendation.  
No public comments to be heard.  
Commissioner Barris moved to adopted Ordinance 585 on first reading. Seconded by  
Commissioner Kelly.  
Aye: 4 - Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings  
1 - Deputy Mayor Shelly  
Absent:  
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  
25-0058  
25-0062  
25-0073  
2025 Stormwater Stewardship Month Proclamation  
2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report  
Ratification of Peregrine Software Agreement  
25-0072  
25-0075  
Resolution 2025-16 Authorized Signers for Town Accounts  
Resolution 2025-17 Repealing Outdated Insurance Benefit  
Commissioner Jennings moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Seconded by Commissioner  
Barris.  
Aye: 4 - Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings  
GENERAL AGENDA  
25-0069  
Resolution 2025-13 Appointing Finance Board Members  
Attorney Daigneault read Resolution 2025-13 by title only.  
Ms. Lancaster stated this renews terms and adds James McArthur as alternate,  
Commissioner Barris moved approval of the names that were read to be appointed to the Finance  
board. Seconded by Commissioner Kelly.  
Aye: 4 - Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings  
Absent: 1 - Deputy Mayor Shelly  
25-0070  
25-0071  
25-0077  
Resolution 2025-14 Appointing Infrastructure Board Members  
Attorney Daigneault read Resolution 2025-14 into record by title only.  
Ms. Lancaster stated it provides for reappointment of Joe Oder and Doug Pace.  
Commissioner Kelly moved approval of Resolution 2025-14. Seconded by Commissioner  
Barris.  
Aye: 4 - Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings  
Absent: 1 - Deputy Mayor Shelly  
Resolution 2025-15 Appointing Planning and Zoning Board Members  
Attorney Daigneault read Resolution 2025-15 into record by title only.  
Ms. Lancaster named individuals and terms.  
Commissioner Kelly moved approval of Resolution 2025-15 appointing members to the  
Planning and Zoning Board. Seconded by Commissioner Jennings.  
4 - Mayor Wilkinson, Commissioner Barris, Commissioner Kelly, and Commissioner Jennings  
1 - Deputy Mayor Shelly  
Aye:  
Absent:  
Budget FY 26 Update  
Ms. Lancaster requested Andrew Laflin to come forward and to present materials  
provided to the Finance and Infrastructure board.  
Andrew Laflin-Aclarian-spoke on PFM's overview of outstanding debt and financing  
considerations; reviewed Town's outstanding debt; spoke on existing annual general  
governmental debt service; spoke on capital program without borrowing, estimated  
project costs; spoke on capital program with borrowing, high priority projects are  
approximately $28 million, Town can utilize State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan program  
for water, wastewater and stormwater portions; spoke on interest rates for SRF loans  
and grant loan requirements; provided an example of project funding sources, savings if  
able to go the SRF route.  
Mayor Wilkinson questioned likelihood of receiving SRF loans; Mr. Laflin and Ms.  
Lancaster believe we would have a good chance.  
Mr. Jennings questioned timeline once on the inclusion list; Mr. Laflin believes a few  
months.  
Ms. Lancaster spoke on funds for repair of systems will be available.  
Commissioner Kelly questioned timeline; Mr. Laflin believes it will be months not years  
process; Ms. Lancaster concurred it's not know for sure, but getting on the list as soon as  
possible.  
Mr. Laflin continued presentation by discussing annual debt service comparison; grant  
funding preferable; if funded with debt, aggregate debt service number examples  
provided, reduces as old debt pays down; believes the four top projects are feasible;  
beyond would require additional review and funding; spoke on example impact on  
capital improvement program; initial strategy to execute; importance of looking at  
long-term impact.  
Commissioner Kelly questioned a timeline for Barbara Circle project; Ms. Lancaster  
stated about a year for actual construction; Commissioner Kelly questioned phase II and  
III; Ms. Lancaster provided comment, recommendation is moving forward with phase III  
first with traffic diversion, should be complete within a year; Commissioner Kelly spoke  
on upcoming hurricane season, questioned how time frame with a bank loan could be  
obtained; Mr. Laflin addressed, stated more analysis would be needed based on timing  
of expenditures, line of credit could be a short term borrowing option, combination for  
loan and SRF. Commissioner Kelly spoke on moving forward as soon as possible and  
getting the loan options soon.  
Ms. Lancaster stated there will be more finite information next month; Finance and  
Infrastructure boards voted to obtain financing for projects.  
Commissioner Jennings would like to start phase III as soon as possible; not in favor of  
waiting to merge with phase II; spoke on knowing about and getting on the list for SRF.  
Olga Swinson stated SRF can only be used for certain portions.  
Mr. Laflin spoke on time sensitivity of projects and moving fast with application process  
of SRF as most prudent option.  
Commissioner Jennings questioned starting as soon as possible without waiting on  
SRF; Ms. Lancaster stated financial advisor is looking at options now and should have  
recommendations next month; county is paying for a portion of sewer.  
Mr. Laflin spoke on operational items that will be prepared for next month; new ERP is  
being implemented; staff submitting budget items; preliminary property tax values  
coming in.  
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT  
Ms. Lancaster stated the claw truck donated by the Routh and J. O. Stone foundation  
has arrived; building permit update, 234 active 16 under review and 23 awaiting  
payment; thanked Ashley Bernal and Bryan Doyle for keeping department running and  
Maria who is the new tech; gym floor repairs complete and will be ready for summer  
camp; new trees in Pinellas Park, team looking into drainage infrastructure around  
Town; maintenance done in water system, pressure checks on fire hydrants.  
TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT  
Attorney Daigneault had nothing to report.  
MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS  
Commissioner Barris had nothing to report.  
Commissioner Jennings had nothing to discuss.  
Commissioner Kelly recognized and commended Nanette and her team for their work.  
Mayor Wilkinson thanked the Police and Public Works Departments as well as entire  
staff for the work they do.  
OTHER BUSINESS  
ADJOURNMENT  
No other business  
No further business; meeting adjourned in due form at 6:25 PM.  
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TOWN CLERK  
APPROVED:  
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MAYOR