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News From the City of Treasure Island • June 3, 2026
City Hall • 10451 Gulf Blvd. • 727-547-4575
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 Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. Treasure Island’s low elevation and barrier island location make us highly vulnerable to storm surge and flooding. In past storms like Helene and Milton, the entire city has faced mandatory evacuations.
Prepare now instead of waiting for a watch or warning. Visit the city's storm-ready webpage for a one-stop place to get the information you need to get prepared.
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 After taking a hard hit from Hurricane Helene, one of Treasure Island’s favorite gathering spots has been beautifully restored. Now it’s time to celebrate its comeback.
Join us this Thursday, June 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. for the Grand Re-Opening Celebration, featuring live music with Alex Whalen Music, food trucks, dancing, a beach sunset, and more.
Grab your family and friends and come celebrate!
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 The City of Treasure Island, Treasure Island Adopt-A-Beach, and Keep Pinellas Beautiful invite friends and neighbors to join in the Sunset Beach Pavilion Native Planting Event, a wonderful opportunity to help beautify the pavilion. Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
There’s free parking, and all supplies are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and wear closed-toed shoes. Don’t forget to bring your refillable water bottle to stay hydrated!
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More than 18,000 sea oats were planted on Treasure Island beach this past weekend, thanks to Treasure Island Adopt-A-Beach, Keep Pinellas Beautiful, Volunteer Florida, and other amazing volunteers.
The city of Treasure Island would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who braved the heat to plant these sea oats, which will help protect our dunes and surrounding environment.
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The City of Treasure Island is grateful for the generosity shown by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 158 and the American Legion Post 158 at the June 3 City Commission Meeting.
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 158 donated $1,000 to the Parks and Recreation Department Scholarship Fund. This gift will help local families who might otherwise be unable to afford registration fees for the city’s winter and summer camps. They also contributed $350 each to the Treasure Island Police Association (TIPA) and the Treasure Island Fire Association (TIFA).
The American Legion Post 158 donated $500 to the Scholarship Fund to help families cover the cost of camp field trips. The post also gave $1,000 each to TIPA and TIFA.
The City established the Recreation Department Scholarship Fund and the Everyone Plays Fund to ensure that every child in Treasure Island has the opportunity to participate in city camps and field trips, regardless of financial circumstances.
The donations to TIPA and TIFA will directly support the important work and missions of the Police and Fire Associations.
Thank you again to the members of American Legion Post 158 and Auxiliary Unit 158 for your continued support of our community.
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 Fire up the engines and charge those golf carts. Treasure Island is hosting a Classic Car and Carts Parade on Saturday, June 13, at 9 a.m., as part of the city’s ongoing Treasure Island Celebrate America’s 250th events.
This isn’t your average parade; it’s a rolling, star-spangled celebration featuring classic cars and golf carts decked out in red, white, and blue as they cruise the streets of Treasure Island. Participants are encouraged to decorate their rides with American flags, bunting, and plenty of patriotic flair.
Parade Route:
The celebration kicks off at Rosselli Park and heads south along Gulf Blvd to 107th Avenue. It then turns east onto 1st Street East, continues to 106th Avenue, and rolls to a festive finish at Treasure Island Community Center Park.
After the parade, stick around at Community Center Park for a post-parade celebration featuring a DJ spinning all the hits and food trucks serving tasty bites. It’s the perfect way to kick off summer while honoring America’s milestone birthday.
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Officer Quinn was out on routine patrol when he stopped and visited with a family on vacation here from Oklahoma soaking up the Treasure Island sunshine. Instead of just waving, he pulled over for a friendly meet-and-greet.
Officer Quinn gave the kids junior badges, stickers, and chatted with them about their visit, bringing smiles to their faces.
That’s how TIPD rolls! Proving the police aren’t just here when you need help, they’re here to make the good times even better!
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 Paradise Found, and it seems others agree!
When you love your community and show it every day, magic happens.
Treasure Island Beach has officially been voted #2 Best Beach in Florida in the 2026 USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards!
This one hits different because this ranking came from YOUR votes. Thank you for sharing the love and choosing Treasure Island as your happy place. Every vote proves what we’ve always known: this really is Paradise Found. From beautiful beaches to local flair to epic sunsets, it’s a special vibe you can only get here on Treasure Island Beach.
THANK YOU!
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 Treasure Bay Summer Junior Tennis Camp registration is OPEN!
The 2026 Junior Summer Tennis Camp at Treasure Bay Tennis Center runs June 1 through July 31 (no camp the week of July 4th)
- Monday through Friday
- 9 a.m. to noon
- Ages 5 to 14 - all skill levels
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New this year: a daily option! Grab a single day for just $45 when it fits your family's schedule (subject to availability).
Call 727-360-6062 ext. 240 or visit bluethundertennis.com
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Summary of the June 2, 2026, Treasure Island Board of Commissioners Workshop
The Board of Commissioners held a regular workshop focused primarily on future planning for Treasure Bay. All commissioners and the mayor were present.
Key Discussion Points:
Budget as the deciding factor:
Mayor Doctor emphasized that upcoming budget meetings would drive many decisions regarding Treasure Bay.
Tennis courts should remain:
Vice Mayor Vasquez stated that the tennis courts are a well‑used community amenity and should not be removed, noting that the budget will be central to evaluating options.
Preference for Alternate 1:
Commissioner Dickey, citing public support for tennis and golf, opposed Alternate 3 as not fiscally responsible and supported Alternate 1.
Further study of Alternate 3:
Commissioner Czyszczon requested a more detailed cost analysis of Alternate 3 and clarification on the required court surfaces tied to grant funding.
Modified Alternate 3 and resident input:
Commissioner Clark praised staff work, felt Alternate 3 could be adjusted to include two additional tennis courts, wanted cost comparisons for all options, and supported giving residents a say. Clark expressed no preference for Alternate 1 and wanted a self‑sustaining plan.
Next steps:
Further discussion is expected at future meetings.
Public comment was opened, and the meeting adjourned.
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Summary of the June 2, 2026, Treasure Island Board of Commissioners Meeting
All commissioners were present except Commissioner Czyszczon, who was marked absent during roll call.
Agenda Changes & Early Actions
- Deferred: Item H.1, Ordinance 2026-10 (Planned Development) to July 7, 2026 at 6 p.m.
- Added: Item H.8 regarding Planning & Zoning / LPA Member Marvin Shavlan.
- Failed Motion: Mayor Doctor and Vice Mayor Vasquez moved to remove Item H.7 (non-binding referendum). Vote: 2–2 (Clark and Dickey voted no; Czyszczon absent).
- Moved: Raftelis Commercial Redevelopment update moved to Item H.9.
Donations
- D.1 – Accepted: $1,000 donation from American Legion Auxiliary Unit 158.
Vote: 4–0 (Czyszczon absent).
- D.2 – Accepted: $500 donation from American Legion Post 158.
Vote: 4–0 (Czyszczon absent).
Consent Agenda
- Non-Exclusive License Agreements (Taylor Beach Service; All Around Amusements LLC).
Vote to approve: 4–0 (Czyszczon absent).
Items of Business
- H.1 – Ordinance 2026-10 (Second Reading): Deferred to July 7, 2026.
- H.2 – Ordinance 2026-15 (Site Plan Review Exemption for City Infrastructure):
Approved 4–0 (Czyszczon absent).
- H.3–H.6 – Four quasi-judicial items (temporary parking lots at 11800 Gulf Blvd & 11800 1st St E):
Deferred to July 7, 2026 at 6 p.m.
- H.7 – Non-binding Referendum (Commissioner Dickey):
Commissioner Dickey requested the City Attorney, Mayor, or City Manager seek an opinion from the Florida Attorney General on whether an advisory, non‑binding public opinion question qualifies as a prohibited land‑use referendum.
- H.8 – Planning & Zoning / LPA Member Marvin Shavlan:
No consensus to schedule a removal hearing; no hearing will occur.
- H.9 – Raftelis Commercial Redevelopment Master Plan Update:
Commissioner Dickey requested to review the community survey questions and ensure the survey prevents multiple submissions by the same individual.
Reports
City Manager, City Attorney, and Commissioners provided updates.
The meeting adjourned.
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June 8
Special City Commission Meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
10 a.m. | Meeting
June 17
Code Enforcement Board Meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
11 a.m. | Meeting
June 18
Planning & Zoning Board/Local Planning Agency Board
Location: Commission Chambers
2 p.m. | Meeting (LPA meeting follows PZ meeting)
July 7
City Commission Workshop & Meeting
Location: Commission Chambers
5 p.m. | Workshop
6 p.m. | 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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