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City Commission Meeting

April 14, 2026 · Lynn Haven, FL
Source: Meeting minutes 2026-04-14 (HTML)
Retrieved May 4, 2026 from www.cityoflynnhaven.com ↗
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Attendees

✓ Dave Lowery (Mayor)
✓ Sam Peebles (Mayor Pro Tem)
✓ Pat Perno (Commissioner)
✓ Jamie Warrick (Commissioner)
✓ Judy Tinder (Commissioner)
✓ Chris Lightfoot (City Manager)
✓ Rob Jackson (Sergeant at Arms)
✓ Present: 7/7

Decisions

#1

APPROVED

#2

APPROVED

#3

APPROVED

#4

APPROVED

#5

APPROVED

#6

APPROVED

#7

APPROVED

#8

APPROVED

#9

APPROVED

Agenda Items

#1

Call to order

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 P.M.
#2

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

The invocation was given by Dr. Steve Taylor and followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
#3

Additions, Deletions, and/or Modifications to the Agenda

There were none.
#4

PROCLAMATION - Autism Awareness Month 2026

The proclamation was read, signed, and presented by Mayor Lowery.
#5

PROCLAMATION - Fair Housing Month 2026

The proclamation was read, signed, and presented by Mayor Lowery.
#6

Approval of Minutes dated 03/24/26

The minutes were approved.
#7

Approval of Residential Incentive Application for 809 Carolina Avenue

The application was approved contingent upon project completion.
#8

Approval to surplus Key Code Safes and auction off on GovDeals

The surplus and auction were approved.
#9

Approval to surplus Engine 1 and Boat 51 and auction off on GovDeals

The surplus and auction were approved.
#10

Approval to temporarily close Highway 77 for the annual 2026 Fourth of July Parade

The closure was approved.
#11

Approval to allow city staff to be off on July 6, 2026, with all city offices closed

The approval was granted.
#12

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-536 Approving Contract Amendment with ECSC - W10th Street Utility Improvements

The resolution was approved.
#13

First Reading of Ordinance 1186 Amending S.50-81 LHPD Ad Hoc Supplemental Benefit

The ordinance was read by title only.
#14

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-537 Awarding the Contract ITB 25.26-14 Chlorine Gas and Sulfur Dioxide to Hawkins, Inc.

The resolution was approved.
#15

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-538 Approving the Emergency Shelter Interlocal Agreement with Bay County

The resolution was approved.
#16

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-539 Approving the Westside Outfall Task Order to Dewberry

The resolution was approved.
#17

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-540 Approving the Bell Circle Lot Purchase

The resolution was approved.
#18

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-541 Approving the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) state-funded Vulnerability Adaptation Plan Grant agreement

The resolution was approved.
#19

Discussion and possible approval of funding for the 'I Can Bike program'

The item was tabled until city staff have investigated appropriate sponsorship opportunities.
#20

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-542 Approving the Employment Agreement for Chris Lightfoot

The resolution was approved with a 4-1 vote.
#21

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-543 Approving the Task Order to Panhandle Engineering for the 18th Street Paving Project

The resolution was approved with a 4-1 vote.
#22

Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2026-04-544 Adopting A Sponsorship Policy

The resolution was approved unanimously.

Public Comments

8 speakers
Ms. Sandy · Topic: City clerk working alongside the city manager

Requested discussion and approval of the proposal.

Ms. Sandy · Topic: Fourth of July fireworks contract

Requested a breakdown of the contract and suggested contacting her brother for potential discounts.

Mr. Scray · Topic: Sponsorship policy

Expressed support for the policy and offered to contribute to the 'I Can Bike program'.

Mrs. Parker · Topic: Panhandle Engineering contract

Expressed concern about the company's involvement in corruption charges and asked about the status of Vickie Gainer's lawsuit against the city.

Mrs. Parker · Topic: 18th Street Paving Project

Asked if the project would use asphalt.

Commissioner Tinder · Topic: W10th Street and ECSC

Expressed concern about the project's impact on residents and the administration of ECSC.

Commissioner Peebles · Topic: Fourth of July and I Can Bike Program

Expressed enthusiasm for the events and appreciation for the commission's work.

Ms. Sandy · Topic: City clerk and Fourth of July fireworks

Followed up on her previous comments and requested updates on the city clerk proposal and fireworks contract.