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Construction Labor
To: Longboat Key Commission
As far as I have seen over the past thirty years on LBK, the great majority of builders are having difficulty hiring qualified workers. I believe most of the foundation, framing and roofing work is being performed by Latino workers. I assume some of these people are undocumented. Will deporting law abiding, tax paying workers impact recovery efforts?
Gene Jaleski
Longboat Key
NAVD Canal Measurements
To: Longboat Key Planner Tate Taylor
The Town has not established a fixed reference point for measuring the vertical datum of Longboat’s canals.
Julie Anderson
Officer Manager Public Works
Town of Longboat Key
NAVD Canal Measurements
To: Chris Sachs
I am forwarding your inquiry to Julie, Office Manager at our Public Works (PW’s) Department as they work with the canals in the Town. Perhaps in the meantime you could send along the contact information of the Surveyor in case PW’s has some follow-up questions.
Tate Taylor
Town Planner
Town of Longboat Key
NAVD Canal Measurements
To: Longboat Key Planner Tate Taylor
A number of Country Club Shore residents, as well as a contractor and local surveyor have asked if the Town of LBK has established a fixed reference point or “gage datum” for measuring the vertical datum (NAVD) of Longboat’s canals. (This is of particular interest to me as well, given I will be providing an “as built” survey upon completion of my new seawall)! Thanks and I hope your 2025 has gotten off to a good start.
Chris Sachs
Longboat Key
Comments Regarding Revised Boat Lift Height Proposal
To: Longboat Key Commission
We would like to make some comments in regard to the upcoming Commission meeting and agenda item related to the height of boat lifts.
Given the significant impact this proposed chåange would have on the Key, it seems important that the Commission not rush into a change but instead allow sufficient time for careful consideration of the issues involved.
Over the years Longboat Key has prided itself on assuring that property owners and the Key’s views were protected by passing building height and other restrictions. These protective measures were brought about through careful consideration of often conflicting needs. The St. Regis serves as a prime example of discussion and compromise resulting in an outcome that helped maintain Longboat’s standards.
The current proposed boat lift height change would greatly affect the look of the Key and directly impact waterfront properties and property owners. Many residents have not yet had time to digest the proposal recently approved by the Planning Board, complicated by the fact that many of those that will be impacted remain distracted with post storm home restoration.
The current proposal recommends changing the allowable height of a boat lift from 5 feet above a specific surface to 11 feet above mean high water. This is a large change, and notably now would exclude guides and motors from the height restriction. Certainly boats placed on lifts this high would block the view of many residents. The lifted boats will affect neighboring properties, not just the lift owner’s property, as views up and down the waterfront will also be significantly impacted.
The selection of the new height proposed warrants further discussion. Why should Longboat go this high? What are the pros and cons, including the risks associated with hurricane winds on boats lifted to these heights? Does this increase the hazard potential to neighboring properties?
A reasonable discussion might include raising the height from five to seven feet, with the lifted height of boats being restricted to the five feet on a normal basis and permitted to be elevated during storm conditions. It seems questionable that any new height limits should be based on outlier conditions or that such heights should be allowed in non-storm times.
Clearly many boats, and many homes, were damaged from the extreme surge and wind conditions of this year’s hurricane season. The height of a lifted boat is one factor to consider in terms of this boat damage, but other factors should be recognized as well. These other factors include ones that are under an owner’s control such as properly securing a vessel during storm warnings, utilizing appropriate strength hurricane straps, and maintaining lifts of proper strength.
We are sympathetic with all our neighbors who suffered lost or damaged boats, and lost or damaged homes.
Yet we firmly believe that approving the proposal as currently worded in response to these losses is not the appropriate solution.
We look forward to an active discussion at the upcoming Town Meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Kip and Cathy Becker
Longboat Key
Comments Regarding Revised Boat Lift Height Proposal
To: Cathy Becker
There is no address with this letter. Helpful since you are talking about your dock.
BJ Bishop
Commissioner
Town of Longboat Key
Concerns on Proposed Boat Lift Pole Height Increase
To: Longboat Key Commission
We are writing to express our concerns regarding the proposal set to be voted on next week, which would allow the height of poles supporting boat lift motors to increase from the current 5 feet above the dock surface to 11 feet. While we understand the motivation behind this proposal, particularly considering recent hurricanes such as Helene and Milton, we strongly believe that this decision is being made too quickly and without sufficient input or consideration of the broader impact on our community.
Longboat Key has invested millions to remove utility poles and install underground power lines to preserve the aesthetic beauty of our island. Allowing boat lift poles to more than double in height would work directly against these efforts, creating what we believe to be unnecessary “pole pollution.” The visual impact of an additional six feet would be significant, making these structures far more noticeable and detracting from the scenic waterfront that residents and visitors alike appreciate.
As a boat owner, I currently have a 24.5-foot fishing boat with a hardtop. Even with the existing 5-foot pole height restriction, the top of my boat reaches approximately 10 feet in the air when lifted. If the proposed 11-foot poles are approved, boats could be positioned 16 feet or more above the dock, creating a much larger visual obstruction—especially for those with vessels closer to the 30-foot lift limit. Larger boats also tend to have wider beams, further increasing their visual impact and the potential for blocking or impeding neighbors’ waterfront views.
Additionally, we question the basis for selecting an 11-foot height. When Hurricane Helene struck, the 7-foot storm surge was the highest ever recorded on Longboat Key. While my boat remained secure due to proper preparation, my lift’s electronics and motor were damaged. A neighbor’s boat, however, was lost due to inadequate securing—highlighting the importance of preparation rather than just pole height. When Hurricane Milton threatened the island with a projected 15-foot surge, we were fortunate that this did not materialize. But even if it had, 11-foot poles would not have guaranteed protection. This raises the concern that such a drastic change is an overcorrection based on a worst-case scenario that has not yet occurred.
If additional height is deemed necessary, a more measured approach should be taken—perhaps an increase of one or two feet rather than a full six feet. The residents of Longboat Key have the means to prepare for storms, and while no precaution is foolproof, it seems excessive to implement such a dramatic change for an event that may never occur again. We must also consider the unintended consequences of this proposal, including the impact on property values and the overall aesthetic of our waterfront.
For these reasons, we respectfully urge the Commission to delay this decision, allow for more resident input, and explore alternative solutions that balance storm preparedness with the preservation of our community’s beauty.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We appreciate your service to Longboat Key and look forward to a thoughtful discussion on this important matter.
James Glen Brown and Valerie Brown
Longboat Key
Comments Regarding Revised Boat Lift Height Proposal
To: Longboat Key Commission
We would like to make some comments in regard to the upcoming Commission meeting and agenda item related to the height of boat lifts.
Given the significant impact this proposed change would have on the Key, it seems important that the Commission not rush into a change but instead allow sufficient time for careful consideration of the issues involved.
Over the years Longboat Key has prided itself on assuring that property owners and the Key’s views were protected by passing building height and other restrictions. These protective measures were brought about through careful consideration of often conflicting needs. The St. Regis serves as a prime example of discussion and compromise resulting in an outcome that helped maintain Longboat’s standards.
The current proposed boat lift height change would greatly affect the look of the Key and directly impact waterfront properties and property owners. Many residents have not yet had time to digest the proposal recently approved by the Planning Board, complicated by the fact that many of those that will be impacted remain distracted with post storm home restoration.
The current proposal recommends changing the allowable height of a boat lift from 5 feet above a specific surface to 11 feet above mean high water. This is a large change, and notably now would exclude guides and motors from the height restriction. Certainly boats placed on lifts this high would block the view of many residents. The lifted boats will affect neighboring properties, not just the lift owner’s property, as views up and down the waterfront will also be significantly impacted.
The selection of the new height proposed warrants further discussion. Why should Longboat go this high? What are the pros and cons, including the risks associated with hurricane winds on boats lifted to these heights? Does this increase the hazard potential to neighboring properties?
A reasonable discussion might include raising the height from five to seven feet, with the lifted height of boats being restricted to the five feet on a normal basis and permitted to be elevated during storm conditions. It seems questionable that any new height limits should be based on outlier conditions or that such heights should be allowed in non-storm times.
Clearly many boats, and many homes, were damaged from the extreme surge and wind conditions of this year’s hurricane season. The height of a lifted boat is one factor to consider in terms of this boat damage, but other factors should be recognized as well. These other factors include ones that are under an owner’s control such as properly securing a vessel during storm warnings, utilizing appropriate strength hurricane straps, and maintaining lifts of proper strength.
We are sympathetic with all our neighbors who suffered lost or damaged boats, and lost or damaged homes.
Yet we firmly believe that approving the proposal as currently worded in response to these losses is not the appropriate solution.
We look forward to an active discussion at the upcoming Town Meeting.
Kip and Cathy Becker
Longboat Key
Comments Regarding Revised Boat Lift Height Proposal
To: Cathy Becker
Please attend our meeting on Monday, February 3 beginning at 1 p.m. at Town Hall.
Ken Schneier
Mayor, Town of Longboat Key
Spanish Main Update
To: Longboat Key Commissioner BJ Bishop
A handful of permits were issued yesterday so perhaps the rest will follow quickly. All we are doing is drywall 48” high so it’s not like we are asking for permission to build a nuclear reactor. I know the Town Staff are working overtime. Perhaps all these issues will be part of the Milton lessons learned discussions. Thank you for you help!
Tom Freiwald
Longboat Key
Spanish Main Update
To: Tom Freiwald
Has the FEMA paperwork been submitted with the permit requests?
BJ Bishop
Commissioner, Town of Longboat Key
Spanish Main Update
To: Longboat Key Commissioner BJ Bishop
We still do not have any permits.
Tom Freiwald
Longboat Key
Durante Park Walkway
To: Longboat Key Assistant Town Manager Issac Brownman
I know you and now Charlie have a lot of high priorities on your plates, but I’m again asking about the repair schedule and timing for re-opening up the pedestrian walkways at Durante Park. As you well know, it’s one of Longboat’s premier walkways.
Jack Daly
Longboat Key
Your help
To: Longboat Key Commissioner BJ Bishop
You may or may not remember me, but I and others here at Longboat Key played tennis with you a few years ago. Would it be possible for you to help with the on-going “problem” described in the self-explanatory message I sent to Howard Tipton, at https://www.longboatkey.org/town-government/town-manager ? I have not received any reply from him, and I would like to have a chance to practice and/or play tennis at either one of the Bayfront Park hard tennis courts. I was at the park again around 1:30 this afternoon (Monday, January 27, 2025), but was not able to use either one of the tennis courts because of the same situation described below, with the exception that today one (and only one) of the six pickeball courts was being used and half of both tennis courts were taken by pickleball players. Thanks for anything you can do.
Marcelo Crespo da Silva
Longboat Key
Your help
To: Marcelo Crespo da Silva
I will follow up with Mr. Tipton tomorrow. We are dealing with a great deal of hurricane issues-my home was totaled.
BJ Bishop
Commissioner
Town of Longboat Key
Your help
To: Longboat Key Commissioner BJ Bishop
Mark Richardson is reaching out to the Friends of Pickleball group to remind everyone that we support both tennis and pickleball and ask for their assistance in making everyone feel welcome.
Howard N. Tipton
Town Manager
Town of Longboat Key
Designated Parking for Handicapped Dogs
To: Longboat Key Town Manager Howard Tipton, Mayor Ken Schneier
In July, we started a written dialogue regarding the use of the Bayfront dog park for handicapped dogs. An administrative Assistant was kind enough to call me to further discuss the issue and how I might want to see a policy implemented and I appreciated the attention and problem solving. The August, September and October storms hit and there were more immediate and pressing problems and understandably, the dialogue was left hanging. Therefore, I am resurrecting this issue in the hopes that we can come to a solution and I need your assistance.
As we are getting back to normal, my problem still exists to wit: there are times I am unable to park near the entrance of the dog park to offload my three dogs, one of which is handicapped and has only three legs. She is not able to walk a great distance and on one occasion I double parked and was issued a citation. The park has been such a great addition but let’s implement a policy/system/parking space whereby the dog park can be used for its intended purpose by all dogs. Perhaps a sticker which would allow me to park in a special parking spot during limited hours or some other policy. Mine is not a unique problem. If we work together, I know we can find a solution
Debi Nettlow
Longboat Key
Designated Parking for Handicapped Dogs
To: Debi Nettlow
Thank you for your message through the Town’s web portal. Your suggestion to provide some dedicated parking for people who have handicapped animals is the first time I’ve had this request and I’ve been doing this type of work for a few years now. You mentioned you’ve seen this in other areas and if you can recall where, we’d like to contact those cities to see how they make it work.
Whether we’re talking about able bodied people or animals, we appreciate being made aware of the challenges distance can make as it is your experience that increases our awareness. Thank you for letting us know and we look forward to exploring how this might work.
Howard N. Tipton
Town Manager
Town of Longboat Key
Designated Parking for Handicapped Dogs
To: Debi Nettlow
This is something we can discuss. Maybe a space restricted to handicapped dogs could work.
Ken Schneier
Mayor
Town of Longboat Key
Designated Parking for Handicapped Dogs
To: Longboat Key Mayor Ken Schneier
Thank you, Ken for your response. How do I move forward on this? As you can imagine it’s really crowded this time of year up until June 1 or so. I appreciate your consideration.
Debi Nettlow
Longboat Key
Longboat Key Undergrounding
To: Longboat Key Mayor Ken Schneier
I apologize for my delayed response. I was stuck in a Manatee County Commission meeting all day yesterday, but I did have a chance to speak with Hau and discuss the remaining pieces of the conversion project.
Last week at the ManaSota League of Cities, he provided Commissioner Bishop with a conservative timeline of “before June.” However, I am working with the team to get a firmer date for you. From my understanding, pole removals in phase 3 were put on hold because communication lines had still not been removed (as of last week). The service to the St. Regis is scheduled to be completed in the next couple weeks and once that is done, we will see progress pick up some speed.
We are all eager to complete this project and continue to be all hands-on deck to get it across the finish line. I will circle back with you, Howard and Isaac as soon as I firm up the date with the team.
Devaney Iglesias
Area Manager
Florida Power & Light Company
Longboat Key Undergrounding
To: FPL Area Manager Devoney Iglesias
In advance of our February Commission meeting next Monday, I thought I would check in concerning the finalization of our undergrounding project on Longboat Key. As we approach the 6 year mark of this program, about 50% of the island still has poles and wires along Gulf of Mexico Drive. Even after the recent storm-related delays, we were led to hope this equipment would be largely, if not completely, removed by the end of March. Can you confirm that is still the plan or if the target has been altered again?
We do appreciate the added attention and manpower that has been directed to our project in recent months and look forward to removal of the last overhead pole and wire. Thanks again.
Ken Schneier
Mayor
Town of Longboat Key
Vote on wastewater Pipeline
To: Jim Haft
Yes, thank you. Attached is an FAQ and also a Powerpoint presentation that were developed. We would be happy to go over either one further, as needed.
Isaac Brownman
Assistant Town Manager , Town of Longboat Key
Vote on wastewater Pipeline
To: Jim Haft
I know there are talking points in the works. Oddly, State law allows the Town to circulate facts and answer questions concerning a referendum, but we can not promote a position on the issue, other than to say the Commission approved the
Jim: I know there are talking points in the works. Oddly, State law allows the Town to circulate facts and answer questions concerning a referendum, but we can not promote a position on the issue, other than to say the Commission approved the program (unanimously in this case). Thanks for your help.
Ken Schneier
Mayor, Town of Longboat Key
Vote on wastewater Pipeline
To: Longboat Key Mayor Ken Schneier
Could Charlie or Isaac or prepare a one-pager with a brief description of the project, why it must done, how much the State Revolving Loan will save the Town vs. alternative funding sources, and conclude with an “ask” for a Yes vote on March 11. I’ll help them polish it up if they like. I’ll pitch, post & distribute it as widely as possible when we get a little closer to the election.
Jim Haft
Longboat Key
Vote on wastewater Pipeline
To: Jim Haft
Thanks, Jim. Yes, a simple majority of votes cast is what is needed. Any help you can give would be appreciated.
Ken Schneier
Mayor
Town of Longboat Key
Vote on wastewater Pipeline
To: Longboat Key Mayor Ken Schneier
At our LBK North meeting yesterday, Isaac explained the benefits of voting YES on pipeline bond referendum. I’m happy to assist in an “Education/Get out the vote” drive for this issue. BTW, is a simple majority vote sufficient for approval?
James G. Haft
Longboat Key
Vote on wastewater Pipeline
To: Longboat Key Mayor Ken Schneier
I was at your meeting this week. I was very impressed with the Commissioners and how you handled the meeting. Thanks for all you are doing. I want to let our owners at Longboat Key Towers know about the financing vote. Can you tell me when the vote is and if there is any material I can share in advance of the vote. The question that will be on the ballot would be a big help.
Barry Renninger
Longboat Key
Vote on wastewater Pipeline
To: Barry Renninger
Thanks, Barry. There will be a lot of info circulated on this over the coming weeks, as well as an opportunity to have a Town rep visit your condo to explain it, if you wish. In short, we are required by the State to replace the wastewater pipe
Thanks, Barry. There will be a lot of info circulated on this over the coming weeks, as well as an opportunity to have a Town rep visit your condo to explain it, if you wish. In short, we are required by the State to replace the wastewater pipe that carries our wastewater under Sarasota Bay to the Manatee County sewage plant after the leak that occurred several years ago. The cost of the new pipe will be about $33mm and will be an expense over time of our LBK water/wastewater utility system. We need to finance a large part of this cost in one of two ways: 1. Through a State Revolving Loan facility at a very low interest rate. Because of the State requirements for that loan, a referendum is required. This will appear on the ballot for our LBK elections on March 11. All the costs for the project with this financing are already incorporated in our water bill projections as approved by the Town. 2. If the loan is not approved, we will have to do a bond issue at a higher rate than the loan. The bond issue would not require a referendum but would cost about $8mm more over time or, put another way, would require the same annual payments as the loan, but for about 10 additional years. This would result in higher water bills over the term of the repayment than currently projected and approved. Feel free to share this information with your neighbors and let me know if you or they have any further questions.
Ken Schneier
Mayor
Town of Longboat Key
Thanks
To: Longboat Key Mayor Ken Schneier
As always, your comments and participation with The Harbour Circle Homeowners Association is appreciated. We will circulate the information sheet you provided concerning the Sewer Line Replacement Referendum and understand the importance of Community support for the referendum. On behalf of the Association, thanks you for your time and the informative discussion.
Don Stitzenberg
President Harbour Circle Homeowners Association
Gulfside & Canal Dredging
To: Longboat Key Commissioner Debra Williams
Thank you for attending the LBK North condo presidents meeting and what you do for the community.
It seems like a forgone conclusion that LBK will dump a ton of money into Gulfside Dr. – expecting 99% of the community that barely benefits from it, pay for it. (Though, I suppose you can argue that it might protect the surrounding area from damage, though I have a hard time believing that a man made peninsula will survive a hurricane or even king tides combined with high winds.)
I understand that LBK will apply an uneven amount of the cost of canal dredging on those who directly benefit… canal front property owners. My question is – so why shouldn’t the same rationale apply to Gulfside Drive? The raw cost of a postage lamp lot on Gulfside starts at $4 million and arguably could reach $6 million given current properties for sale. One would have to argue that conservatively the value of the infrastructure increases or secures at least a million dollars per property, enough to pay for the project and then some. I’m not arguing that Gulfside owners pay 100%, but I am arguing that they will by far be the financial beneficiaries and should pay an uneven amount of the burden. Thanks for listening.
p.s. I own two canal front lots – and completely agree with having to pay an uneven amount given that I am the financial and recreational beneficiary of a dredged canal.
Steve Weyl
Longboat Key
Gulfside & Canal Dredging
To: Steve Weyl
Thank you for your comments and observations about Gulfside. As you are aware, the Town has several significant infrastructure projects that must be paid for, including the Country Club Shores water mains and the subaqueous waste line – very big expenses for Longboat Key. The Commission has not made any decisions on beach restoration for Gulfside Road, but we have requested our public works department to apply for a grant which would allow us to bring in sand for Gulfside Road. This is obviously not a permanent solution but would buy some time. If you haven’t done so, you may want to view the recorded commission meeting where this was discussed in detail. Our consultant Dr. Browder and assistant Public Works director Charlie Mopps gave a detailed and informative presentation addressing this issue: Longboat Key Commission Meetings (ibm.com).
Thanks again for your input – I always appreciate hearing from residents and getting their opinions. I’m happy to discuss further if you would like.
Debra Williams
Commissioner
Town of Longboat Key
Gulfside & Canal Dredging
To: Longboat Key Commissioner Debra Williams
Thank you taking on the responsibility of commissioner, by now you likely are familiar with the saying, no good deed goes unpunished.
II was reading in the newspaper today, $40 million in expense coming to LBK for utility repairs … but it needs to be done. Add another $10 million for canal dredging… but it affects so many homeowners in LBK, so it needs to be done. Then there is Gulfside. I welcomed your comments in the Observer regarding 16 Gulfside property owners being the main beneficiaries of a very expensive project that will also require continual renourishment. I could’ve seen some daylight in public support by “re-connecting” the beach (as I supported), but with no Ohanna seawall solution it further emphasizes the unfairness to taxpayers bailing out 16 “real estate multi-millionaires” and developers that knowingly bought threatened beachfront shorelines.
I recognize the concerns expressed by Browder and Mopps in the article if nothing is done. This is not an emergency as it has knowingly been a problem for over 50 years as we now see the exposed seawalls that were installed ears ago to fight naturally occurring erosion on a section of beach that likely never should have been developed. And installing expensive groins is not a guaranteed solution, so why not try an alternative.
As I understand it, property owners cannot armor their beachfronts without the approval of FDEP. Also, as I understand it, approval to armor is typically not granted unless adjoining properties are already armored (seawalls or hardscapes). After recent storms, it is now apparent that pretty much all of the properties are hardscaped/seawalled, (but none of them stick out and likely cause erosion like the Ohana wall). Additionally, it might be the legal responsibility of a property owner to maintain existing seawalls and hardscapes (I read this somewhere but might be mistaken) If LBK helped homeowners get FDEP approval and suggested plans to hardscape the entire Gulfside shore. Why not try a Casey Key approach first by fortifying the existing armor, then wait and see how that works. LBK might even agree to add sand onto private property for any homeowner that takes advantage of re-armoring. I’m thinking this might be a practical and fair approach for homeowners and taxpayers.
An argument that at very high tides walkability north of the Gulfside public access might be limited. That could occur, but that part of the beach is blocked now by Ohanna anyhow, so access is limited even under the best of circumstances.
Steve Weyl
Longboat Key
Noise Ordinance
To: Sarasota City Commission
You have heard from me on many occasions about the completely useless, confusing and plainly discriminatory noise ordinance that allowed a very close neighbor to play his drums so loudly during the day that it disturbed the peace of dozens of us seniors, who live not 20ft from his rental property line. You told me that the changes to the ordinance would make it an infraction for the drumming to occur at any time of the day or night, but now it seems that nothing has actually changed. Not a darn thing. Why?
Thankfully, the drummer hasn’t been playing of late, but that doesn’t mean to say he won’t start up again and make our lives miserable once more. He still has loud parties that last until the wee hours. To this end, I quote (below) today’s SHT article, which is what lead me to write to you, because the mere idea of having to deal with the percussive and intrusive racket again is nerve wracking!
“The changes to the ordinance aim to clarify and streamline the guidelines so they apply more practically to downtown noise. The ordinance, specifically as it applies to nighttime activity, is anchored by a “plainly audible” standard, which describes sound that can be heard by a law enforcement officer a certain distance from its source.
I never did receive clarification from Mr. Fournier, in spite of at least two email requests for guidance, and thus I would like someone to please inform me as to what, and when, changes will be made. We have a right to know that this issue has been resolved, or not, as the case may be, so that we can prepare ourselves to fight back if we need to. The noise – no matter when it occurs – is intolerable, and it is audible to anyone within a minimum of 50 feet of the property. I hope that any ordinance will address this issue as being one that has no limits as to what hours the noise invades our building and will be judged on the “plainly audible” criterion and not on frequently inaccurate decibel readings. I look forward to hearing from you.
Tina Steele
Sarasota
Noise Ordinance
To: Tina Steele
Thanks for taking the time to email per the sound ordinance and your specific situation.
It is my understanding that, if passed, the plainly audible standard may be enforced “for the wee hour drumming and parties”. The Commission still must look at the details like decibels and hours which is why your email is an important reminder of the variety of situations we are trying to address without making it too overbearing. The ordinance might also address daytime drumming as well as long as the drumming is over that (yet to be set) decibel level.
I have copied Mr. Fournier on this email as well so he is able to reply (and copy me).
Jen Ahearn-Koch
City Commissioner
City of Sarasota
