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News From the City of Treasure Island • December 3, 2025
City Hall • 10451 Gulf Blvd.
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 The Commission directed the City Manager to refine the scope to limit the master plan areas to RFH-50 (West side of Gulf Boulevard), PR-MU Core (107th Avenue), PR-MU (Gulf Boulevard), the area known as Gator's Property, and the area known as the Yacht Club Property; to include the criterion that the planner have Florida experience, and that there be built-in deliverables before March 2027. Before the January 5, 2026, meeting, the City Manager will discuss the revised RFQ with Commissioners individually and incorporate their feedback. The updated RFQ will be brought back for full Commission review on January 5, 2025.
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 If you’ve visited Treasure Island Beach recently, you may have noticed a large pipeline running across the sand. This is part of Pinellas County’s ongoing beach nourishment project.
Contractors are currently working in the Sunshine Beach area (the northern end of the island), using sand dredged from John’s Pass to restore the shoreline. The pipeline plays a key role in this process, transporting a mixture of sand and water from the dredging site to Sunset Beach on the southern end of the island, where nourishment efforts will continue.
The entire project is expected to be completed by early next year, helping to protect our coastline and improve the beach experience for residents and visitors alike.
For those heading to the beach: walkways have been installed over the pipeline to ensure safe and easy access across the sand.
For more information about the overall Pinellas County Beach Nourishment Project, visit: https://pinellas.gov/projects/2025-pinellas-county-beach-nourishment-project/
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 Honoring 25 Years of Service: Lieutenant Joe White
At last night’s (Dec. 2) City Commission Meeting, Treasure Island Fire Rescue (TIFR) Lieutenant Joe White was honored for 25 years of dedicated service to TIFR and the community he has proudly served.
Lieutenant White began his career with TIFR in September 1999 and quickly earned a reputation as one of our most skilled and dependable driver-engineers. For nearly two decades, he held the critical position behind the wheel—responding to thousands of calls, navigating through all conditions, and ensuring his crew arrived safely and ready to serve.
From 2002 to 2014, Joe served as a union representative, advocating for his fellow firefighters with integrity and professionalism. He consistently balanced the needs of personnel with the department's mission and the public's well-being.
In February 2019, Joe was promoted to Lieutenant, a well-deserved acknowledgment of his leadership, experience, and unwavering commitment. Since then, he has continued to set a positive example by mentoring the next generation and upholding the high standards TIFR expects.
Lieutenant White’s steady hand, voice of reason, and leadership have made TIFR a stronger, safer, and better.
Congratulations on 25 years of exceptional service. Well done, Lieutenant.
On Tuesday, December 9, there will be a public retirement celebration in Council Chambers at City Hall from 1 to 3 p.m.
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 The spirit of the season comes alive on Friday, December 12, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Treasure Island Community Center and Park during Deck the Palms.
Join the City of Treasure Island, the Treasure Islettes, and the Neighborhood Civic Associations of Isle of Palms, Isle of Capri, Sunset Beach, and Paradise Island for an evening full of festive fun for the whole family.
This year’s celebration will feature:
- Bounce houses and train rides for the kids
- A special visit from Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus
- Balloon twisters, face painters, and other holiday entertainers
- Holiday vendors with gifts and goodies
- Food concessions cooked up by our very own Treasure Island Fire Rescue and Treasure Island Police Department
- Sweet treats from Curious Soul Bakery
- A lively DJ spinning holiday favorites all evening long
And don’t forget to bring a little piece of your own holiday spirit — bring an ornament that represents something meaningful to you to hang on the Community Christmas Tree inside the Community Center!
Let’s make the season merry, bright, and full of Treasure Island cheer!
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 Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade Returns December 20!
Get ready to deck the waterways with dazzling lights and holiday cheer! Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 20, as one of Tampa Bay’s most loved traditions sets sail — the Treasure Island Holiday Lighted Boat Parade!
This sparkling spectacle starts at 5:45 p.m. behind Publix and weaves through the scenic inlets of Boca Ciega Bay, ending in a grand finale at John’s Pass. With dozens of festively decorated boats lighting up the night, it’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!
Please note: Due to the ongoing construction of the living shoreline at Treasure Bay, there will be no official watch party this year.
Don’t miss this merry maritime tradition that will light up Treasure Island!
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 Ready for some tennis fun? Join a "A Very Merry Tennis Mixer and Mingle" on December 21at 9 a.m. at Treasure Bay! Intermediate levels are welcome (3.0 NTRP and up)—bring your friends, meet new players, and enjoy a great day on the courts.
For more information, CLICK HERE.
Spots fill up fast, so secure yours today!
Sign up HERE!
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Summary of the Treasure Island City Commission Workshop & Meeting on December 2, 2025
December 2 City Commission Workshop Review
Present: Mayor Doctor, Vice Mayor Vasquez, Commissioners Czyszczon & Dickey
Absent: Commissioner Clark
D.1 Comprehensive Plan Amendment – Add Planned Development Zoning
Motion to postpone:
Vote: 2–2 → Motion Failed
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Yes: Dickey, Doctor
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No: Vasquez, Czyszczon
Discussion Highlights:
- Commissioner Dickey supports Planned Developments only in specific zones and limited to parcels >1.5 acres, no bonus height/density beyond comp plan.
- Attorney Vose: feasibility depends on comp plan language.
- Dickey prefers implementing Master Plan first and integrating PDs into it.
Other Actions
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Consensus to move the Jan. 6 meeting to Jan. 5, 2026.
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Consensus to allow Attorney Vose to work with Kimley-Horn on land development regulation updates.
December 2 City Commission Meeting Review
Present: Mayor Doctor, Vice Mayor Vasquez, Commissioners Czyszczon & Dickey
Absent: Commissioner Clark
Agenda Adjustments
- Items E.2, E.3, E.4 moved to Items of Business before F.2 (consensus).
- Staff Direction: Review attorney insurance requirements.
APPROVALS
Minutes Approval
Motion: Approve minutes of Oct. 21 Workshop & Regular Meeting, and Oct. 27 Special Joint Meeting.
Vote: 4–0
Consent Agenda
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E.1 LaserFiche Cloud Upgrade Contract
Vote: 4–0
ITEMS OF BUSINESS & VOTE RESULTS
F.1 Mandatory Lot Mowing Program – Ordinance 2025-33 (Second Reading)
Vote: 4–0 – Approved
F.2 Sidewalk Restoration Purchase Order – Gulf Blvd Undergrounding
Amount: $75,319
Vote: 4–0 – Approved
F.3 Treasure Bay Clubhouse Interior Repairs
Amount: $95,681.20
Vote: 4–0 – Approved
F.4 Sunset Beach Pavilion Repairs
Vote: 4–0 – Approved
F.5 Ordinance 2025-36 – Funding for Pavilion & Clubhouse + New FTE
First reading; scheduled for second reading Jan. 5
Vote: 4–0 – Approved
F.6 Resolution 2025-27 – Not Exempting Property From Ad Valorem Tax
Vote: 4–0 – Approved
F.7 Non-Exclusive License Agreement – Two Mermaids Beach Resort Parking
Item tabled pending additional business-status information.
Vote: 4–0 – Tabled
F.8 Consultant Selection – Treasure Island Master Plan RFQ
Motion Failed:
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2–2 tie → Motion FAILED
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Yes: Vasquez, Doctor
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No: Czyszczon, Dickey
Final Direction: RFQ to be refined and brought back Jan. 5 for review.
F.9 Rosselli Park Playground Sunshade Installation
Amount: $191,624.40
Vote: 3–1 – Approved
Additional Staff Direction
- Evaluate neighborhood city signs for repairs.
- Provide staff reports for all agenda items.
- Any commissioner may move an item off Consent to Regular Business before meetings.
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December 18
Planning & Zoning Board | Local Planning Agency Board
Location: Commission Chambers
2 p.m. | Start time
January 5
City Commission Meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
5 p.m. | Workshop
6 p.m. | Meeting
Please note: If you’d like to speak on an agenda item, fill out a comment card and submit it within 15 minutes of the meeting’s start. Only those who submit a card will be called to speak. Each speaker will be able to speak for 3 minutes.
Meetings are streamed live online at mytreasureisland.com/citymeetings, on Facebook Live, facebook.com/cityoftreasureisland, and YouTube, YouTube.com/@cityoftreasureisland
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