“The point is, if you can still use that land but you have exclusive use, you’re not allowing others to use that land,” he said. “I’m not willing to give any more land away for that, especially for a lease that is less than many people’s mortgage on a monthly basis.”
“I went to the VPK graduation [at the recreation center], and it was adorable. The teachers there are clearly doing a fabulous job, and it was just a pleasure to see all of these little kids. It takes me back – to seeing little kids doing all of these performances where even if they do it terribly, it’s fabulous.” – Councilmember April Thanos (Ward I)
“We love the library,” said Councilmember Christine Brown (Ward II). “Nobody questions the library.”
Council Corner: Ian O’Hara’s April Report Hello, Neighbors, I want to thank everyone who voted in this past election; I want to thank the 1,293 people who voted for me, as well as the 1,049 who did not. I’ve now attended three council meetings and one Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council meeting. Twice I’ve met […]
Gulfport Council News: O’Maddy’s will host a fundraiser for a local mom who has cancer, and other Council housekeeping items.
To no one’s surprise, Gulfport City Council voted to approve the second reading of an amended recreational vehicle ordinance. The May 2 action ended a few months of discussion regarding how and where residents can park RVs on their property. The vote was unanimous. The previous ordinance made it very difficult, if not impossible, to […]
Gulfport officials want to do something about abuse of Gulfport City Employyes, and are considering action.
“This afternoon the city attorney and I received from the Boca Ciega Yacht Club the lease that we had worked on with them last week. Their board approved it last night. The city attorney and I will review it this week and place it on your agenda for May 16.” – City Manager Jim O’Reilly
Gulfport Council approved contracts for various services at its April 18 regular meeting during the consent agenda.
Gulfport Council approved outdoor dining at The Pearl, a Gulfport restaurant located near Town Shores off 58th Street South.
Phillip Bailey and Brian Liggins were presented with the Spirit of Gulfport Award at the April 18 City Council meeting.
Things said, done, and overheard at the April 18 Gulfport City Council meeting. This week, parking downtown, seasonal allergies, and more.
