Madeira Beach Commissioners Tackle Complex Zoning Overhaul

Overview: In an effort to update Madeira Beach’s zoning regulations, the City Board of Commissioners engaged in discussions on proposed changes affecting building height restrictions, setbacks, and the character of various districts within the city. The meeting’s focus was on aligning the zoning code with legal requirements, accommodating changes in flood maps, and ensuring that urban design remains pedestrian-friendly and consistent with the area’s character.

Madeira Beach Weighs Zoning Changes for John’s Pass Village

Overview: The Madeira Beach City Board of Commissioners recently convened to discuss updates to the zoning regulations impacting the John’s Pass Village District, focusing attention on the future of the area’s development. The meeting prioritized discussions on the comprehensive plan, future land use map, and code of ordinances, all of which dictate land use, intensities, densities, and zoning regulations. The presentation underscored the necessity for the local zoning map to correspond with the countywide and local land use plans, and tackled the challenge of legally non-conforming buildings and the requirement to align local regulations with the county’s maximums.

Madeira Beach Appoints New Vice Mayor Amid Financial and Planning Discussions

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Madeira Beach City Board of Commissioners appointed Anne-Marie Brooks as the new Vice Mayor, discussed the city’s strong financial position, and made strides in urban planning with the approval of a new city master plan. The meeting also addressed the implementation of a special magistrate code enforcement, the approval of a 4COP alcoholic beverage license for Dockside Dave’s Restaurant, and the approval of a contract for the restoration of 22 beach dunes.

Madeira Beach City Board of Commissioners Discusses COVID-19 Emergency Measures and Business Relief

Overview: In a special meeting held on March 31, 2020, the Madeira Beach City Board of Commissioners deliberated on a series of critical measures aimed at addressing the COVID-19 pandemic, including a resolution to declare a local state of emergency and an amnesty program to aid local businesses.

Madeira Beach Residents Voice Concerns Over Holiday Isle Marina Project

Overview: A recent Madeira Beach City Board of Commissioners meeting was marked by community engagement, with residents expressing strong concerns over the proposed development of the Holiday Isle Marina project. The discussion, which took center stage, centered on the impact of potential overdevelopment on traffic congestion, the small-town atmosphere, and infrastructure strain. Other topics included the city’s financial growth, the approval of a governmental money purchase plan, and the handling of a controversial referendum.