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June 23rd, 2026 Regular Commission Meeting
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Holly Hill Considers Rezoning 988 Third Street from Professional Office to General Commercial
The City Commission of Holly Hill, Florida, held a first reading for Ordinance 2026-03099, which proposes rezoning approximately 0.985 acres at 988 Third Street from B-1 (Professional Office/Medical Office District) to B-5 (General Commercial District). The applicant, Steven DeVane, seeks this change to align with the property's future land use designation of general retail commercial and the surrounding B-5 zoning. Staff recommended approval, finding the change consistent with the comprehensive plan and land development regulations. The Board of Planning Appeals also forwarded a recommendation for approval. Concerns regarding flooding were addressed by staff, who confirmed that any future development would undergo a full site plan review, including stormwater management approval by the city's engineer. The applicant stated the primary purpose of the rezone is to facilitate the sale of the property, as he has no immediate development plans.
Holly Hill Discusses Dock Etiquette, Voting Delegate Appointment, and Public Safety Notifications
During the Holly Hill City Commission meeting, Commissioner D'Elia raised concerns about public dock etiquette, specifically the practice of cast-netting directly beside other anglers, which can disrupt fishing and create a mess. He proposed that the city consider posting rules on public docks, similar to those in Daytona and Ormond Beach, to promote courtesy among users. The commission also addressed the issue of assigning a voting delegate for the Florida League of Cities conference, with Commissioner Snow volunteering to take on the role. Additionally, a discussion on the city's response to sexual offender and predator notifications revealed that while the Sheriff's Office handles initial mapping and notification, the Police Department performs monthly checks and works with offenders on permitted living locations. The commission sought clarity on whether the city's rules are being strictly followed and if they are more stringent than state or county regulations.
Holly Hill Approves Purchases of Various Equipment Including Vacuum Trailer, Track Loader, and Excavator
The Holly Hill City Commission approved the purchase of a pre-owned 2023 Vermeer vacuum trailer from MCI Equipment for $61,580. A budget amendment of the same amount was approved to fund the purchase, and the city manager was authorized to execute the agreement. The commission also approved the piggyback of a Sourcewell contract for the purchase of a Bobcat compact track loader for $127,405.47 and a dump trailer from The Car Shop Trailer Sales for $13,126. A budget amendment of $140,531.47 was approved for these combined purchases. Additionally, the commission approved the purchase of a Ground Penetrating Radar unit RLT3 and an all-terrain cart from Geographical Survey Systems Inc. (GSSI) for $20,886.48, with a corresponding budget amendment. Lastly, the purchase of a 2015 Caterpillar M322D wheeled excavator from Altafor Inc. was approved. All purchases were approved unanimously by the commission with a 3-0 vote.
Holly Hill Accepts Hurricane Mitigation Grant and Approves Funding for Ross Point Pier Replacement Design
The Holly Hill City Commission ratified Resolution 2026-R-38, authorizing the acceptance of a Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program (HLMP) grant award from the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM). The adopted budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 was amended to recognize this grant revenue. The commission also approved Resolution 2026-R-39, which authorizes an A&E agreement with Dredging and Marine Consultants for pre-construction tasks related to the Ross Point Pier replacement. This includes field investigations, design, engineering, permitting, and construction administration. A budget amendment of $125,100 was approved to fund these pre-construction tasks. The pier replacement aims to replace infrastructure damaged by hurricanes and involves a design change to a T-shape with three pavilions, marketed as an observation pier. The city is pursuing a significant ECHO grant for this project, estimated at $1 million, for 50% of the cost. Commissioners discussed the pier's design, with one expressing a desire for it to extend further into the water, but acknowledged the design modifications are intended to improve scoring for the ECHO grant.
Holly Hill Announces Candidate Forum, 50th Anniversary Celebration, and New Restaurant
During the Holly Hill City Commission meeting, Mayor Penny announced upcoming community events. The first is a candidate forum sponsored by Citizens Soapbox, scheduled for Monday, June 29th, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Seek Hall (1065 Daytona Avenue). This event is free and open to the public, featuring moderated discussions with candidates. The city is providing Seek Hall at no cost, but the event is not city-sponsored. The second event is the Holly Hill Community Block Party celebrating the city's 50th anniversary on October 10th, which will include historical society activities, evening events, and a drone show. The Mayor also mentioned the Mayor's Golf Tournament on September 12th, benefiting the Food Bridge Pantry, which provided nearly 1 million pounds of food to 32,117 people last year. The commission also discussed a new Mexican restaurant with entertainment coming to the Shops of Marina Grande, expected to open around December, marking activity in a space that has been vacant for approximately 15 years. This restaurant is a family-run business that started as a food truck.
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