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Venice Council Considers Land Development Code Amendments for Recovery Residences and General Updates
The City Council heard the first reading of two ordinances related to land development code amendments. Ordinance 2026-22 aims to establish procedures for reviewing and approving certified recovery residences and requests for reasonable accommodations. Ordinance 2026-23 proposes numerous amendments to the land development code to address issues discovered during implementation, covering aspects like site plan submittal requirements, building height compatibility, cul-de-sac design, fence and wall standards, and definitions.
Venice Council Discusses Seaboard Phase 1 Development Plan
The council reviewed the Seaboard Phase 1 Technical Plan, presented by Josh Frank of Dover, Kohl and Partners. The plan focuses on the city-owned property in the Seaboard area, proposing the development of new streets, including John Nolen Street, and mixed-use buildings. The plan emphasizes creating a distinct identity for Seaboard with a contemporary industrial architectural style, encouraging various housing types, and activating ground-floor retail spaces. Discussions revolved around zoning changes, architectural standards, potential marina development, and the preservation of existing businesses.
Venice Council Approves Lease Amendment with Airport Operator
The council approved a third amendment to a lease agreement with Skyport Holdings Venice, LLC. This amendment addresses community concerns regarding airport operations by requiring operating GPUs to be available for aircraft idling longer than 15 minutes, with trained personnel on-site. It also adjusts the fuel flowage fee based on market appraisal, effective November 1st. The amendment was seen as a positive step demonstrating the airport operator's willingness to be a good partner with the city and community.
Venice Council Approves Ordinances on Unsafe Structures and Floodplain Management
The council considered Ordinance 2026-20, which amends Chapter 88, Building Regulations, Section 3.4 concerning unsafe structures. This ordinance was approved on first reading. Following this, Ordinance 2026-07, relating to floodplain management and ensuring consistency with state and federal law, was approved and adopted after its final reading. This ordinance amends various sections of Chapter 88, including applicability, duties of the floodplain administrator, inspections, definitions, and flood-resistant development.
Venice Area Historical Society Donates $5,000 for Newspaper Digitization
The Venice Area Historical Society, represented by Bethany Berman and Gina Hillgrass, donated $5,000 to the City of Venice Archives. The funds are specifically earmarked for the digitization of newspapers curated by Jon Watson. The donation stems from the proceeds of a successful fundraising event for the historical society's centennial gala.
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