May 18, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes

May 18, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting · 2026-05-18 · minutes

This document is the minutes of a regular meeting of the Destin City Council held on May 18, 2026. Key decisions included approving a resolution for shorebird protection, initiating a contract for a drone show for the Fourth of July celebration (4-3 vote), approving a revised contract for Comprehensive Plan EAR - Inspire Placemaking Collective Work Authorization, approving a hardship exemption for Crab Island Dolphin Tours with conditions, approving amendments to parking facility user fees and naming procedures for city parks, approving resurfacing and striping for 18 streets, directing staff to explore fencing/barrier options for Crosstown Connector, approving tow truck fees, and approving first readings of several ordinances related to land development code and definitions of "beach". A second reading and approval of Ordinance 25-13-PC regarding transportation-related amendments to the Comprehensive Plan also occurred. Public comments included concerns about a new road construction, government accountability, state-acquired land on Holiday Isle, and drainage issues on Indian Trail. City Manager reports included an update on an undergrounding utility contractor's extension request and a town hall meeting with local contractors.