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A. Document-Wide Housekeeping
This item concerns proposed changes to the city charter, focusing on document-wide housekeeping. The changes include using gender-neutral language throughout the charter and adding a provision to formalize this intent. Additionally, the terms used for the governing body will be made consistent, addressing past naming inconsistencies for the commission, its members, and the mayor. The word "officer" will be removed or replaced, except when referring to a charter officer. These are editorial changes intended to reduce ambiguity and risk in the governing document. The Charter Review Advisory Board is reviewing these proposed changes. This review process means that the opportunity for input and potential work related to implementing these changes is early in the public process. Work could involve legal review, document editing, and potentially public outreach or educational materials. Contractors specializing in legal services, document management, and professional writing could find opportunities.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
A. Required. Except as provided
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
AMENDMENTS 04.23.26.PDF
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
AMENDMENTS 04.23.26.PDF
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
B BURG TO CHARTER REVIEW ADVISORY BOARD_OVERVIEW
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
B BURG TO CHARTER REVIEW ADVISORY BOARD_OVERVIEW
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
B. Commission Structure and Elections
The Charter Review Advisory Board for the City of Panama City is reviewing proposed changes to the city's charter. These changes focus on the structure of the city commission, election cycles, and the mayor's role. Key recommendations include extending the mayor's term to four years to match other commissioners and requiring city commission meeting agendas to be posted publicly at least 48 hours in advance, with no formal vote taken on items not on the posted agenda. The board is also considering aligning city elections with state and federal cycles to increase voter turnout. This item is currently under review by the advisory board. The proposed changes could lead to work in areas such as public notice systems, election administration, and potentially legal and administrative services related to charter amendments. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to monitor this review process as it progresses, as early awareness can provide an advantage in understanding future needs and opportunities before formal plans or bids are established.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
B. Purchase on failure to receive
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
C. City Manager and City Attorney
The Charter Review Advisory Board of the City of Panama City is reviewing proposed updates to the city charter. These changes are procedural and aim to clarify existing roles. For the City Manager, updates include a new requirement to reside within the city and be a registered voter within six months of appointment. The threshold for removal would also be raised to a supermajority vote of the commission. The City Attorney would also need to meet residency and voter requirements and must have been admitted to the Florida Bar in good standing for at least five years. A provision for temporary appointments for the City Attorney is also proposed. This item is currently under review. The work involves legal review, drafting, and public process management. Local legal services and administrative support could be involved. Engaging early allows businesses to understand the process and potential future needs.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
C. Professional services. Contracts
The City of Panama City is reviewing its charter regarding financial procedures and professional services. Specifically, the city is considering rules for how contracts for professional services, such as architects, attorneys, accountants, engineers, and surveyors, can be approved. These contracts may be entered into without competitive bidding, pending City Commission approval. The City Commission will review qualifications and work history before contracts are finalized. This review process is currently under consideration, indicating an early stage in the public process. The potential changes could affect how the city procures professional services, which may involve site planning, design, and legal review. Local contractors, trades, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to stay informed about these charter discussions, as early awareness can provide an advantage in understanding future procurement opportunities.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
CC: Brandy L. Waldron, Interim City Clerk-Treasurer
The Charter Review Advisory Board, created by the City of Panama City, has completed a comprehensive review of the city's charter, which has not been fully updated since 1963. The Board's findings and recommendations are now advisory and have been presented to the City Commission. The Commission will decide which recommendations, if any, to accept, change, or reject, and may place items before the citizens for a vote. This review focused on modernizing the document, improving clarity and usability, and ensuring structural durability for the future. The process involved a thematic organization of the charter's core governance structure and outward elements. While this is an advisory report, it lays the groundwork for potential future structural changes. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers should monitor the City Commission's decisions regarding these recommendations, as any approved changes could lead to future work in areas such as legal services, administrative support, and potentially other professional services related to implementing updated city governance.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
CHARTER REVIEW ADVISORY BOARD
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
CHARTER REVIEW ADVISORY BOARD
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
Charter Review Advisory Board Meeting of May 28, 2026.
This document is an agenda for the Charter Review Advisory Board meeting on May 28, 2026. The meeting will include standard procedural items such as call to order, prayer, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of previous minutes. Key discussion topics include charter amendments, items present in other city charters but not the city's own, Mayor and Commissioner compensation, the agenda process, Mayor term length, and a review of items previously discussed by the City Commission. The agenda also notes preparation for the next meeting and adjournment. No specific development projects, zoning changes, or business opportunities for contractors are mentioned.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 501 HARRISON AVENUE ROOM 236 EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM
Charter Review Advisory Board Meeting of May 28, 2026. minutes 2026-05-28
The Charter Review Advisory Board met on May 28, 2026. Key decisions included approving minutes from the April 23, 2026 meeting, deferring a decision on Article VI Pension to the council, requesting council draft language for a preamble, removal of specific land incorporation references, and liberal charter construction, and approving not including Mayor and Commissioner compensation in the City's Charter. The board also discussed and voted on amendments to the agenda process, with a 3-2 vote to allow commissioners to add items 48 hours in advance and maintain the rest of the structure, incorporating a recommendation from the City Attorney. A motion to keep the Mayor's term length at four years and align it with the presidential election passed 4-1. The board also discussed single-member districts, desiring residents in wards to vote for candidates in their districts and directing legal counsel to prepare language for codification in the Charter. A motion to rescind residency requirements for the City Manager, City Attorney, and Comptroller, making residency only required for Bay County, passed 4-1. The next meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2026.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Minutes
- Decision:
- Approved minutes, deferred Article VI Pension, requested charter language drafts, approved not including compensation in Charter, amended agenda process (3-2 vote), approved Mayor term length (4-1 vote), directed language for single-member districts, rescinded residency requirements for certain positions (4-1 vote).
- Address:
- 501 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401
- Applicant:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
Charter Review Advisory Board Meeting of May 28, 2026. packet 2026-05-28
[501 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401] This document contains meeting agendas and minutes for the Charter Review Advisory Board of Panama City, Florida, and excerpts from the City Charter. The meetings discuss proposed amendments to the City Charter, including changes to mayor and commissioner compensation, the removal of specific articles (Public Utilities, Bonds), revisions to sections concerning the City Clerk and Collector, and the process for amending the charter. No specific development projects, addresses, or contractor-related information are detailed. The document focuses on the governance and administrative structure of the city government. This document is a compilation of sections from a city charter, primarily detailing administrative, electoral, financial, and public utility provisions. It outlines the structure of city government, including the roles of the city commission, city manager, city attorney, and city clerk. It specifies procedures for elections, financial management, taxation, and the provision of public services such as water, sewer, and electricity. Several sections note that their provisions have been superseded by state law or have assumed ordinance status and are now found in the Panama City Municipal Code. There are no specific development projects, applications, or decisions detailed in this text. This document is a legal memorandum and a report from the Charter Review Advisory Board for the City of Panama City, Florida. It discusses topics found in other Florida municipal charters that are not currently in the Panama City charter, and provides recommendations for charter amendments. It does not contain information about specific development projects, addresses, or case numbers that would be relevant to contractors. The document focuses on legal and governmental structure, not on specific construction opportunities. This document details the recommendations of a Board regarding proposed amendments to the Panama City Charter. Key recommendations include aligning City elections with state and federal elections to increase voter turnout, not implementing term limits, requiring agendas to be posted 48 hours in advance of votes, and establishing an independent Comptroller for fiscal oversight separate from the City Manager. Procedural updates are recommended for the City Manager and City Attorney, including residency requirements and enhanced removal thresholds for the City Manager. The Board voted to remove outdated provisions related to Finance, Taxation, Bonds, and Public Utilities, largely superseded by state statute. Provisions for Police and Fire Services will be kept in simplified form for clarity. A mandatory charter review every ten years is recommended. The Board chose not to recommend a mandatory reserve requirement for the General Fund due to the ongoing unusual fiscal environment post-Hurricane Michael.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Packet
- Decision:
- Recommendations made by the Board
- Address:
- 501 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401
- Applicant:
- Board (Charter Review)
D. City Clerk and Fiscal Oversight
The Charter Review Advisory Board of the City of Panama City is reviewing a proposal to change the city's charter. Currently, the City Clerk and Collector handles records, clerk duties, and financial oversight. The Board recommends separating these roles. Administrative and records duties would move to the City Manager's office. A new, independent Comptroller position would be created to report directly to the Commission for financial oversight. This change is currently under review. The proposed changes would involve restructuring city government functions, which could lead to new administrative and professional service needs. This early stage means businesses in related fields can engage before final plans are set. Opportunities may arise for legal services, consulting, and administrative support as the city adapts its charter.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
E. Finance, Taxation, and Bonds
The Charter Review Advisory Board of the City of Panama City has reviewed the city's charter regarding finance, taxation, and bonds. Article XVI (Bonds) and most of Article XIV (Finance Generally) have been removed. A provision requiring the City Manager to submit annual budget estimates to the Commission was moved to the City Manager article. The Board recommends leaving the business and merchant tax authority in Article XV unchanged to preserve its legal basis. The Board also considered a mandatory reserve requirement for the General Fund but decided against including it in the charter at this time due to the ongoing unusual fiscal environment following Hurricane Michael. The Board recommends revisiting this issue when the city's finances stabilize. This item is currently under review and has been recommended for action by the Board. The work involves legal review and administrative changes to the city's governing documents. No construction or direct contracting work is indicated at this stage. Local businesses involved in legal services and government administration may find opportunities related to the review and implementation of these charter changes.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM
Charter Review Advisory Board listed this item on its agenda for 2026-05-28 in City of Panama City. The posted record gives the item title and nothing else, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official agenda link above and watch for the fuller write-up the body posts as the meeting gets closer.
- Board:
- Charter Review Advisory Board
- Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Type:
- Agenda_item
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