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- Consent agenda (items a–h and j–o with staff‑pulled items I and A/B and council‑pulled item C handled separately): approved (vote noted in minutes as approved; transcript recorded \"Approved 4 to 0\").

- Consent item 6(c) — public‑purpose resolution to permit eminent‑domain if necessary to acquire property for a temporary lift‑station and collection system work (related to Lift Station 13): motion by Councilmember Moore, second by Councilmember Barnaby; outcome approved (council recorded approval; staff will pursue negotiated purchase first).

- Resolution 25‑61 — Special use / sidewalk cafe (Ballers Pinball Café at 412 12th Street West) allowing outdoor seating and alcohol service with stipulations: council approved the resolution with stipulations (pedestrian traversable area preserved, required permits/license, furniture brought in nightly); roll‑call recorded in the meeting transcript (approval recorded by council; explicit individual roll‑call details not fully printed in transcript).

- Ordinance 4054 — Adoption of the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code and incorporation of city minimum maintenance standards: second reading and final adoption passed (recorded as carrying 4 to 0).

- Ordinance 4061 — Annexation of approximately 32.39 acres (Tropicana property parcels) into the city: second reading and adoption passed (recorded as approved 4 to 0); related first readings for comprehensive plan amendment (Ordinance 4062) and zoning change (Ordinance 4063) were set for Aug. 13 (first readings only on July 23).

- Resolution 25‑74 — City support and cooperation with the State of Florida’s DOGE (efficiency/accountability) team request: council approved a resolution to cooperate with the state team (transcript shows the resolution passed by voice vote; council recorded a 3–1 result in roll call).

- Renaming/branding: Council approved county‑funded installation of signage/branding to establish the “Bradenton Riverwalk Pier” with TDC (tourist development council) covering costs: approved 4–0.

- Ward 3 appointment: Council appointed Kemp Schuessler to the Ward 3 seat by council vote (motion carried on roll call; transcript records a 3–1 vote in favor).

Notes on procedure and next steps: Several items were first readings or public hearings requiring later action (CDBG plan adoption set for Aug. 13; brownfields designation and Brownfield final designation scheduled for a subsequent hearing). For items where the transcript did not print a complete roll‑call list, staff will provide the official minutes and signed ordinances/resolutions to confirm precise vote names and counts.

Ending: Staff will post the adopted ordinances and resolutions on the city website and return with required follow‑up (e.g., eminent‑domain or purchase actions related to Lift Station 13, final CDBG adoption after the public comment period, and implementation details for the Riverwalk Pier signage).","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Bradenton City Council Meeting, July 23, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Council approved a number of routine and time‑sensitive items including consent agenda approval, an eminent‑domain contingency for a sewer repair project, an annexation, updates to property‑maintenance code, and other resolutions; several first readings and public hearings were scheduled for later adoption.","taxTitle","Bradenton City, Manatee County, Florida","taxId",12477,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6155233,"Bradenton staff previews proposed 2025–26 CDBG allocations, flags public‑service cap and police blight officer",820,4090000,4910000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5480609-dc3cb9b5752ae936b1e7507d1a8abd37&start=4090&end=4910","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5480609-dc3cb9b5752ae936b1e7507d1a8abd37/thumbnail_4090000.jpg","/articles/6155233/Bradenton-City/Manatee-County/Florida/Bradenton-staff-previews-proposed-202526-CDBG-allocations-flags-publicservice-cap-and-police-blight-officer","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6155233-6e23562abf4453bc754c1c075f7ba902/orig.mp4?Expires=1770442802&Signature=fItNXpIpgapq58LpkXT8n6jRDMqCYzdWLvi92Y395wynvcTCiyg464VK~9nSimB~77UFqDb-ydBDbpkkNIYpj0WrwVHkp5ZyPqAI90FpJ1YY0FOkTvil9raWopcXszvs~rLw5eZljXyX0HcDihSBdGI65oQukfNA8pQBchnrnQwqPR2PdiHeLjbQHTn-~7ilOb2rkyaPmr0BdsgmP~ShhO7dD5hOtNhFOdmc1wjoZR6rtq2R7ynNkYBP7JIClvbdMTelCchTVe0xVBixNV2h~zRx9OeFWleg88oMOoww7Ie930~7vul~66jHUJ~a5bjiIiiAlJy4xehmXRr1o~cluQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff presented the proposed 2025–26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocations at the July 23 meeting and opened a required public hearing. The city’s draft plan reflects committee recommendations and the statutory limits on eligible spending categories.

Key figures and recommendations: staff reported the annual CDBG allocation figure as $4,447,763. The citizen review committee recommended limited public‑service funding equal to the statutory 15% cap; proposed public‑service awards in the presentation totaled $67,164.45 (including proposals for Step Up Suncoast and Meals on Wheels). Non‑public‑service projects recommended for funding included Manatee County Habitat for Humanity (request $250,000; recommended $106,565.74) and a code/blight‑focused police position. The police department position was recommended for full funding; the transcript did not record a single explicit dollar amount for the recommended police position in staff’s slide text (staff described it as fully recommended by the committee).

Debate and public comment: Councilmembers asked whether Habitat funds could be used for new home construction; planning staff clarified CDBG rules: rehabilitation and acquisition are eligible, while new construction generally is not (new‑construction funding is available from other programs such as SHIP). Council and some members of the public asked for clarity on whether the police code/blight position is an eligible CDBG use; police and code staff explained the position’s role in coordinating outreach, addressing encampments and supporting code enforcement—operations that the committee judged to be allowable because the duties tie to code‑level blight mitigation and public‑service prevention activities.

Process and next steps: Staff reminded council this was the published citizen‑participation public hearing; final plan adoption is scheduled for Aug. 13 after the required advertising and public comment period. Council indicated support for the approach while asking staff to supply additional detail on eligibility and recommended amounts before final approval.

Ending: Staff will publish the proposed plan, accept public comments during the 30‑day period, refine recommended budgets and return to council for final adoption at the Aug. 13 meeting.","City staff presented the proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) use plan for 2025–26, including recommended funding for nonprofits and a police position focused on homelessness and blight; final plan will return for adoption after the 30‑day public comment period.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6155238,"Residents push Bradenton to enforce causeway rules over jet‑skis, mooring and noise",486,2544000,3030000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5480609-dc3cb9b5752ae936b1e7507d1a8abd37&start=2544&end=3030","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5480609-dc3cb9b5752ae936b1e7507d1a8abd37/thumbnail_2544000.jpg","/articles/6155238/Bradenton-City/Manatee-County/Florida/Residents-push-Bradenton-to-enforce-causeway-rules-over-jetskis-mooring-and-noise","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6155238-8a1e81e65c34c37963d5c2a05b26d9c2/orig.mp4?Expires=1770442802&Signature=Rpjx~GrpZDkKdjx8lfsZJ6rgDFW2mfs23~YLN9AvBJnA6XKlsTAqsoQRQ5oP0GlN0M8HkT2LGN5PuCpMdOv8j1u1ifADJCgDb1wt7LXG0e4nlK5v7aJaBR3OnRYg0uqX1qiUT1YYW4yqxDoRh4oyXjRF-y8xT-Lma6OUJySwFUQbB6pSP2coAEHb~R4UmpwrwC7D64c30KnDnqd3PT655Y5cB2xq3SkRyPXsy98W-YcTn294r23QdX0gagLr3etaMKtd651LpSetbbwS4LbwWqUK8uPpsd31xabS~eh1crh7gCabVzu0Qow3t6gnBwOfI2--7JTWMg1Vi0T4NiITlg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Several residents who live near the Palma Sola causeway told the Bradenton City Council on July 23 that commercial activity, late‑night music and moored boats have made the causeway unsafe and diminished quality of life.

Neighbors said businesses are advertising launches, jet skis are operating late into the night, private boats are moored close to shore without clear sanitation plans, and informal overnight camping has become common. “The noise, it's the jet skis, and accessing those ramps,” said Laura Hahn, a long‑time resident.

Why it matters: The Palma Sola causeway crosses state Department of Transportation right‑of‑way and serves as both a transportation corridor and public water access. Residents want enforcement of existing city code where it applies and stronger coordination with FDOT, the county and the Sheriff's Office where state jurisdiction limits city action.

Council and staff response: City staff and council members acknowledged the complaints and described several steps: increased Sheriff’s Office water patrols are being requested; new sound‑meter training for officers is underway; weekend code‑enforcement coverage has been added; and staff will pursue discussions with FDOT and the county about management or lease arrangements that could expand city enforcement authority. “We certainly will address all those issues,” the police chief said, noting the difficulty that sound travels over water.

Open questions and next steps: Staff said some activities are currently allowed because the causeway is FDOT right‑of‑way; options discussed included negotiating a county or DOT lease or management agreement to give the city more enforcement tools, formal patrols or temporary physical controls, and public education about safe mooring and sanitation. Council members said a workshop to explore options, rules and possible designated commercial areas for permitted vendors would be useful.

Ending: Residents asked for faster enforcement, clearer operating rules for commercial operators using the ramps and a plan for abandoned or derelict boats. Council directed staff to follow up with Sheriff's Office patrol scheduling, FDOT/county contacts and potential ordinance approaches.","Residents near the Palma Sola causeway urged the council to enforce existing ordinances after repeated late‑night parties, loud music, jet‑ski launches and informal commercial activity on city right‑of‑way.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6155244,"Bradenton council approves eminent‑domain authority as temporary lift station work moves forward",875,4895000,5770000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5480609-dc3cb9b5752ae936b1e7507d1a8abd37&start=4895&end=5770","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5480609-dc3cb9b5752ae936b1e7507d1a8abd37/thumbnail_4895000.jpg","/articles/6155244/Bradenton-City/Manatee-County/Florida/Bradenton-council-approves-eminentdomain-authority-as-temporary-lift-station-work-moves-forward","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6155244-94dfba14bda73a0f7a7c71e4af5bf6da/orig.mp4?Expires=1770442802&Signature=cHeSYnWtQZ3G8IY7THhswTYlFpnt91t7NKEu6jnlbDmuqArF7VQG0Ptm9WU4A962K7e4btbD4iG11qbHUdx-CgPC~Jofi462NHcmy4DNYhv12Mq0SE3x-4PUndb3lyfsmDTY~c2xU0CJYI1FTLQRx43YW0~V0qO4KpsAgYfqBcR7L8awPRQyB1-CP-4KbOCUS1mEfzWDg-e4-Hi0t4PBHpdmbKxY-ECSAkeZAO8M~zKh7wXwhPTZ8EwZzlrp8yMMJQ7ssnGv1K8wE5nJqsxOB0DuWtejWGJSKxn~7EOb6fGaKvwfLlwdsvnQDkETxnyAv-Z5hD4rHGveph-niWVf4A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bradenton City Council on July 23 approved a public‑purpose resolution that clears the way for the city to pursue eminent domain for a small, storm‑damaged property if the contract to acquire it cannot close in time for urgent sewer repairs.

Councilmember Moore said the action is aimed at preventing a catastrophic failure: “It is not anybody’s desire that we continue in hurricane season with the current situation at Lift Station 13,” she said during the meeting. City staff told council the station is old, floods at high tide and a collapse would disrupt service for about 170 homes.

Why it matters: Lift Station 13 sits at a low, riverfront location and has experienced repeated flooding and structural deterioration. Staff and council described the approved step as a contingency so the city can quickly install a temporary lift station and bypass piping while it completes a longer design and construction program. A temporary pump and piping would reduce the risk of sewage backups and repeated emergency repairs.

What council approved: Councilmember Moore moved to find a public purpose and authorize pursuit of eminent domain if negotiations fail; the motion was seconded and the item was approved by council (vote recorded as approved). Staff said grant funding for the project is in place and expires next year, creating a schedule pressure to act.

Staff explanation and timing: Public‑works and legal staff explained the technical need. A city representative said Lift Station 13 ‘‘traditionally floods’’ and that the existing concrete structure was built decades ago and has thinned in places; if it collapsed, the consequence would be loss of collection for roughly 170 homes. Staff described the short‑term plan: install a temporary package lift station and overland bypass piping or connect directly to an upgraded Lift Station 3 while the longer‑term collection and station improvements proceed.

Neighborhood impact and next steps: Council members stressed minimizing neighborhood disruption during construction and asked staff to speed installation of the temporary station. Staff said they will pursue the purchase first and use the court process only if title or deed issues prevent a timely close. If eminent domain were used, the court would set compensation based on an appraisal and the city would seek an order of immediate possession to limit service interruptions.

Ending: Council emphasized the project is urgent because of imminent storm season and an existing state grant timeline; staff said the goal is to have bypass pumping and temporary facilities in place as soon as possible to protect the neighborhood and public health.","City council voted to confirm a public‑purpose finding to enable eminent domain if needed as staff moves to replace aging Lift Station 13 and install a temporary pump station to serve about 170 homes while a longer repair is completed.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: Bradenton council actions July 23, 2025

Bradenton staff previews proposed 2025–26 CDBG allocations, flags public‑service cap and police blight officer

Residents push Bradenton to enforce causeway rules over jet‑skis, mooring and noise

Bradenton council approves eminent‑domain authority as temporary lift station work moves forward