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News From the City of Treasure Island • May 6, 2026
City Hall • 10451 Gulf Blvd. • 727-547-4575
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 Hurricane Preparedness Week is a national reminder to get ready before hurricane season begins on June 1. Led by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service, the campaign encourages everyone to understand their risk and take simple steps now to stay safe later.
Each day of the week highlights key actions, including knowing your risk from wind and water, preparing your home and emergency supplies, understanding forecasts, and knowing when to act. Residents are also encouraged to plan for evacuation, stay safe during storms, and use caution after a storm passes.
Here on Treasure Island, we’re here to help you get storm-ready. The City has created a one-stop webpage designed to make preparedness easy, with resources, tips, and important information all in one place. Visit MyTreasureIsland.com/StormReady to get started today.
The City has also been sharing daily tips throughout Hurricane Preparedness Week across social media. Head over to Facebook, Instagram, X, or Nextdoor to check out the Hurricane Preparedness Week posts and get simple, actionable ways to prepare.
The key message is simple: it only takes one storm to make an impact. Taking time now to review your plan, gather supplies, and stay informed can make all the difference for you, your family, and your community.
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 Sea Turtle Nesting Season is officially here (May 1 – October 31), and our beautiful beaches are about to become the ultimate maternity ward for some of the ocean’s coolest residents: loggerhead, green, and leatherback sea turtles.
Some of these turtles are endangered, so every little thing we do helps give their babies the best shot at making it back to the Gulf. Here’s how you can be a Turtle Hero this season:
Beach Etiquette 101
- Pack it in, pack it out! Remove chairs, toys, trash, and all your stuff every day.
- Fill in those holes and smash those sandcastles
- NEVER touch a sea turtle or use flash photography. Just admire from afar like they’re your favorite sports player or celebrity.
Lights Out for Turtles.
Baby turtles navigate by the moonlight and stars. Artificial lights confuse them and can lead them astray. So please:
- Turn off interior lights and close your curtains (especially if you can see the Gulf).
- Make sure all outside lights are turtle-friendly: shielded, low to the ground, and using amber/long-wavelength bulbs.
- No flashlights or phone screens on the beach at night — keep it dark!
For full details, check out the City’s Coastal Lighting Standards.
Got questions about making your lights turtle-compliant? The City of Treasure Island is here to help. Email zoning@mytreasureisland.org
See something concerning? Call the FWC Wildlife Alert hotline at 1-888-404-FWCC (3922) to report:
- Stranded or disoriented hatchlings
- Disturbed nests
- Entangled turtles
- Harassment or injured/dead turtles
Check out THIS SHORT VIDEO about sea turtle nesting season.
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 VOTE: BEST BEACH
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 VOTE: BEST FESTIVAL
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A reminder to vote daily in the Best of St. Pete-Clearwater awards for Treasure Island Beach and Sanding Ovations. These awards benefit our community and events in many positive ways, including economic benefits and growth.
When voting:
- Best Beach category is under “Start voting for Stay and Play!”
- Best Festival category is under “Start voting for Best Things to Do!”
 Vote for Treasure Island Beach as Best Beach in Florida in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards!
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 Celebrating 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence calls for more than just one day of fireworks and hot dogs. An anniversary this big deserves a whole year of patriotic pride, and that’s exactly what the City of Treasure Island has planned.
Kicking things off in true Treasure Island style, a Patriotic Boat Parade will set sail on Saturday, May 23, at 9 a.m. This is not a political event. It’s a fun, family-friendly flotilla bursting with red, white, and blue spirit, with boats decked out with American flags, sparkling with stars and stripes, and radiating American pride.
The parade route starts behind the Publix, cruises around Treasure Bay, sails under the Treasure Island Causeway bridge, weaves through the Isle of Palms and Isle of Capri neighborhoods and drops anchor in John’s Pass. It’s the perfect way to showcase our beautiful waterways while honoring America’s milestone birthday.
Want to join the fun? Register your boat to become part of the fleet, or grab your lawn chair, slap on your brightest red, white, and blue outfit, wave a flag, and cheer from the shore. Treasure Bay will be open to the public and offers one of the best viewing spots in the area.
Let’s make some waves and celebrate 250 years of freedom the Treasure Island way, with boats, sunshine, and pride.
For more details or to register your boat, visit MyTreasureIsland.com/TI250. You can also call the Parks and Recreation Department at 727-547-4575, ext. 246, or email recreation@mytreasureisland.org.
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 Just a friendly reminder, Treasure Island encourages homeowners to double-check that all required building inspections, especially the final one, have been completed and approved before making the final payment to your contractor.
While it’s always best to follow your contract’s payment schedule, verifying that inspections are completed adds an extra layer of protection for your investment and helps ensure that everything is up to code.
- Make sure your contractor is properly licensed by visiting the city’s code compliance page at https://bit.ly/3OZsAEl.
- Also, confirm that permits have been issued and are posted visibly.
- Before wrapping up your project, double-check that all inspections have been successfully completed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the city’s building department at 727-547-4575 x264 or email building@mytreasureisland.org.
For more tips on how to keep yourself from getting scammed, check out this Anchors Aweigh podcast from a few months ago. Treasure Island Police Department Master Officer Douglas goes into detail on how to keep yourself safe. Check it out: https://youtu.be/_P-tARJeXjg?si=GnDlKv5drylZUBvx
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 More details coming soon!
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 Treasure Island’s 10-week Summer Camp for children ages 5 to 12 runs from June 1 through August 7, 2026, with the camp closed on Friday, July 3. Camp hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with extended hours available from 7 to 7:45 a.m. and 5:05 to 5:30 p.m. for an additional fee. Campers will enjoy a variety of activities, including games, sports, arts and crafts, parties, guest speakers, entertainment, movies, field trips, and more.
Register online or stop by the recreation department office at Treasure Island City Hall at 10451 Gulf Blvd, open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information, contact (727) 547-4575 ext. 246 or email recreation@mytreasureisland.org.
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 The city of Treasure Island, in partnership with Treasure Island - Adopt A Beach, Keep Pinellas Beautiful, and Volunteer Florida, is offering a few environmental education classes to help you better understand our local ecosystems. The following classes are offered free of charge:
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May 8: Shoreline/Coastal Resiliency
Each class will be at Sunset Vista Park from 10 to 11 a.m.
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 As Florida’s drought continues, it is important for people to refrain from open burns.
As a reminder, the burning of yard debris is always prohibited in Pinellas County per Pinellas County Ordinance Sec. 58-206.
Remember:
- No burning of yard waste (leaves, branches, brush).
- No burning of household trash or construction debris.
- Caution: Refrain from burning small fire pits.
- Caution: Keep vehicles off dry grass and don't throw cigarettes or matches out of a moving vehicle.
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 Hey Treasure Island residents! Did you know you can get an annual Resident Parking Pass for just $5 a year — yes, really, only five bucks! With it, you can park anytime in any city-owned parking lot.
Here’s what you’ll need to get one:
- Your ID
- Proof of residency
- Vehicle registration for up to two vehicles per household
One pass per residence, with a maximum of two vehicles. Each digital pass costs $5 per vehicle for the entire calendar year.
The new online permitting portal lets you:
- Swap license plates easily
- Request a second vehicle pass
- Share temporary parking with guests by updating plate info
- Renew your annual pass
No lines, no hassle! More freedom, fewer headaches.
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 The City asks all property owners to close out any open permits related to their properties.
As we prepare for a new storm season, it's important to understand that any open permits related to previous storm repairs will be combined with the cost of new damage repairs if another storm occurs. This total could potentially surpass the 50% Substantial Damage/Substantial Improvement threshold.
To mitigate this risk, ensure all permits are properly closed. Closing permits (through final inspections if work is completed or other verification methods) "resets" the record, protects property value, prevents future claim or assessment issues, and keeps everything compliant and organized.
Treasure Island Building Department
Permits@mytreasureisland.org
Permits - 727-547-4575 ext 230
Inspections - 727-547-4575 ext 431
Follow this LINK to access the city's permitting webpage.
To better understand FEMA's 50 % rule, follow this LINK.
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Treasure Island Board of Commissioners Workshop Summary
The Board of Commissioners held its regular workshop on May 5, 2026, beginning at 5:01 p.m. All commissioners were present.
Discussion Items
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City Projects Update The Commission discussed upcoming City projects and how they will be prioritized. Staff will provide minimal backup materials ahead of future meetings to support these discussions. A revised list of project priorities will be distributed to the Commission.
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West Causeway Improvements Commissioner Czyszczon led a discussion regarding West Causeway improvements.
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FY 2026 Second‑Quarter Financial Report Commissioner Czyszczon requested that staff provide a detailed list of categories and calculations for each of the City’s reserve funds.
Public Comment Public comment was received.
The workshop adjourned after the discussion concluded.
Treasure Island Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary
The Board of Commissioners held its regular meeting on May 5, 2026, at City Hall. The meeting was called to order at 6:20 p.m., with all commissioners present.
Key Actions and Discussions
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Ordinance 2026‑10 (Planned Development) – First Reading: Commissioners discussed questions related to height and density regulations, including whether a non‑binding referendum could be pursued. The City Attorney will provide additional legal guidance. Vote: 3–2 in favor (Clark and Dickey opposed). The ordinance moves to a second and final reading.
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Resolution 2026‑04 – Community Development Block Grant Cooperation Agreement: The Board approved participation in the Pinellas County CDBG Program for Fiscal Years 2027–2029 and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement. Vote: 5–0.
Additional Notes
- No changes were made to the meeting agenda.
- No proclamations, recognitions, or minutes were presented.
- No consent agenda items.
- The City Attorney reported no updates.
- The City Manager provided updates as included in the meeting materials.
The meeting adjourned following the commissioner's reports.
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May 19
City Commission Workshop & Meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
5 p.m. | Workshop
6 p.m. | Meeting
May 20
Code Enforcement Board Meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
11 a.m. | Meeting
May 21
Planning & Zoning Board | Local Planning Agency Meetings
Location: Commission Chambers
2 p.m. | Meeting (LPA Board meeting follows P&Z Board Meeting)
Meetings are streamed live online at mytreasureisland.com/citymeetings, on Facebook Live, facebook.com/cityoftreasureisland, and YouTube, YouTube.com/@cityoftreasureisland
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