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“Am I out of line for thinking that? Or do you understand what I'm talking about?” Ward asked. He said the in‑kind support option — which in general DEP practice can be structured at a multiplier (a commissioner referenced roughly 1.5 times the fine amount) — had not been presented for a formal vote even though it affects city policy and budgets.

City Manager Gaynor said staff had been in discussions with the finance and operations team and that the decision path involved technical conversations with staff and the county; she and other staff said the approach had been discussed with relevant staff and with the mayor prior to implementing the in‑kind work. Gaynor and other commissioners said the approach was intended to resolve the compliance matter while securing beneficial work rather than simply paying the fine.

Commissioners also discussed the city’s budget process. Ward requested that department heads present their budgets directly to the commission during the strategic planning session so commissioners see short‑term accomplishments, shortfalls and capital needs from the subject‑matter experts. City Manager Gaynor and other commissioners said department heads already present goals and that strategic planning (scheduled this year in July) is designed to capture short‑ and long‑range goals; staff committed to include department‑level briefings so commissioners can ask questions before formal budget votes.

No formal policy change or vote was taken at the meeting. The commission directed staff to return with clearer procedures on when consent orders or in‑kind agreements will be brought to the full commission for consideration and to incorporate department head budget briefings in strategic planning and budget workshops.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","6/24/2025 City of Lynn Haven Commission Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Commissioner Ward asked why a $170,000 DEP fine and the city’s decision to pursue an in‑kind support project were not presented as a formal vote, and commissioners directed staff to clarify the process and make department head budget presentations part of strategic planning.","taxTitle","Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida","taxId",52331,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6188913,"Homeowners complain of tripod camera filming cul‑de‑sac; city to meet with property owner and review fencing rules",640,4249000,4889000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5061393-487031b8857c877c36b52bee1e06503b&start=4249&end=4889","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5061393-487031b8857c877c36b52bee1e06503b/thumbnail_4249000.jpg","/articles/6188913/Lynn-Haven/Bay-County/Florida/Homeowners-complain-of-tripod-camera-filming-culdesac-city-to-meet-with-property-owner-and-review-fencing-rules","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6188913-6b04f89b15519d92fcfe5c5d5ce7f248/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205331&Signature=Ec4oIybiXZnwqF1iJyiSqPEKKIRxpedplvTE19T~gmC8nIB40k7dNXYymNZ0xCTHgVJI3qEh83AdcYhBM7~oI3VIu2K0X8CSVwIzA0XHd8KKAiDM1Fomq2dySn1AjTZSaAWKnx5TCwWnX6sFpVobioLlbDlKE~BEm~bxAsAvYgWoIaZqtHuHFtDV164Rcda7LZLRRUF48QXQaF8IuR1y20pNRAQZrZq7rsX1-fu22IWajDmPB~LFJwA6ZaHh41Cc8~cZAHe2RuzHAAjrD2DwkbnJBmvCptc38Ts7LHh7K2QDSZSdzVCu64DKjir8sEx~PUCuoXOS8rW1yOpE8iASaA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Residents of the Cashel Marra subdivision asked the Lynn Haven City Commission on Monday to intervene after a neighboring property owner placed a tripod camera on a lot adjacent to the cul‑de‑sac and, residents said, used it to film the neighborhood.

“He told us that his watch is watching her walking the dog,” said a homeowner who spoke at the podium, describing a camera that was tracking activity in front of their house; the couple said the tripod camera was later moved after they began building an eight‑foot fence. The homeowners told staff they were told by code enforcement they could not continue the fence in the exact location they wanted without a formal variance and that the variance process cost $600.

Commissioner Tender pressed for immediate action to protect families and children in the cul‑de‑sac. City Attorney Amy (last name given in meeting transcript) said there are two legal strands to consider: Florida criminal statutes on voyeurism, which are enforced by police, and the city’s code on fence heights and yard classifications, which the city may be able to amend or enforce. “If it is focused on their house or in a bedroom window, that's a different set of facts,” the city attorney said; she recommended coordinating attempts to inquire of the owner and suggested arranging a meeting between staff and the property owner to clarify camera placement and fence questions.

City Manager Gaynor and staff committed to follow up. The transcript records an agreement that city staff and the city attorney will contact the property owner to arrange a meeting and clarify whether the camera setup violates any city code and whether fence height variances or other code changes are appropriate to address residents’ privacy concerns. Amanda Richards (city staff) said she had not yet spoken in depth with the property owners and will follow up; code enforcement reportedly had earlier contact.

What was said in the meeting was largely procedural direction to staff and not a formal regulatory action. The city attorney cautioned that alleged criminal conduct under State law is a matter for law enforcement and that civil remedies may also be available to the property owners.

Next steps noted on the record: staff will contact the owner to request a meeting with the affected homeowners; code enforcement and legal staff will review the fence height and variance rules; and police will be the appropriate channel for criminal allegations if facts support that investigation.

The matter remains an open follow‑up item for staff; no ordinance change or formal variance decision was made at the meeting.","Homeowners at Cashel Marra told the Lynn Haven City Commission that a neighboring vacant lot owner set up a tripod camera that tracked activity in a cul‑de‑sac; the commission asked staff and the city attorney to meet the owner and review fence and privacy rules.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6188903,"Speakers criticize Panhandle Engineering and Santex work; commissioners describe procurement process and selection role",1598,622000,2220000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5061393-487031b8857c877c36b52bee1e06503b&start=622&end=2220","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5061393-487031b8857c877c36b52bee1e06503b/thumbnail_622000.jpg","/articles/6188903/Lynn-Haven/Bay-County/Florida/Speakers-criticize-Panhandle-Engineering-and-Santex-work-commissioners-describe-procurement-process-and-selection-role","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6188903-58c3621f74e19ed5f312f58a10f1a71f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205331&Signature=GdiktPDIRIutCpbB6V5DpdhUfmT6uOtxwix3PBKWrbC9pCH9VlpaFmjiVYErJ~23Z39k0vuzduQZg2goox6TOMw-~slzDCvn2q6Ah6HCS5MaoM3fMKo7JQKufHvXm4w4T4PpfTWH0pPar-Ca6U6qGY9xCFPtTgS530mnXlmtBg68yuAbR9Hdp1R8uuiB81yFa051lF4gnFmiLk4r9~NqEZSiLMO~XbjPllHWd2ksAFjyTY-ScNRCYl4iXL-Tsvz4FrvYhFs64SjhiC6~IfmhJtJeCiKrfZp~RE66sPa2Luip3uANhKv8qbHhgrY3zeF~cdjwxh6cqbeIFhEZAqmWjA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Several residents and commenters used the public comment period to press the commission on its use of outside consulting firms, naming Panhandle Engineering and Santex (also referenced as SanTex/Fantex in public remarks) and urging changes in procurement and oversight.

Rich Walker said he had attended financial meetings and told the commission Santex was charging the city $60,000 and that “everything they've done has been wrong.” Daniel Johnson asked why Panhandle Engineering continued to consult for the city after a referenced prior immunity deal; Johnson asked commissioners to explain whether the firms were still working for the city. Tony Bostick criticized a private developer (Mr. Finch) and listed historical payment amounts he said the city and Finch’s companies had received, calling for the commission to “stay the course” and not be swayed by letters claiming misconduct.

Commissioner Peebles and Mayor Nelson responded during their reports: Peebles asked the public to review the prior meeting minutes and video, which included staff responses about how continuing contracts work; she explained that consulting firms appear on continuing contract lists and are selected through a bid rotation and scoring process. Mayor Nelson said the five elected commissioners make final decisions when an advertised bid process is used: staff recommends and the commission awards contracts after reviewing scores. The transcript shows the commission described the process as the five commissioners reviewing staff recommendations and score results before selecting winning bidders.

No formal procurement or contract award took place at the meeting; the discussion during reports and public comment was informational and directed staff to continue following established procurement rules. The public raised concerns about transparency and questioned whether certain contractors should continue to be used; commissioners described the existing bid and award process and committed to providing information when requested.","Public commenters at the Lynn Haven meeting criticized Panhandle Engineering and Santex and questioned the city’s consultant procurement; commissioners said consultants are selected from continuing contracts and that the five commissioners approve contract awards after reviewing staff scoring.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6188918,"Lynn Haven commission approves senior housing development, park upgrades and emergency lift-station repairs; consent agenda passes",1293,6103000,7396000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5061393-487031b8857c877c36b52bee1e06503b&start=6103&end=7396","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5061393-487031b8857c877c36b52bee1e06503b/thumbnail_6103000.jpg","/articles/6188918/Lynn-Haven/Bay-County/Florida/Lynn-Haven-commission-approves-senior-housing-development-park-upgrades-and-emergency-lift-station-repairs-consent-agenda-passes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6188918-785106f30f541b405a480f57b5c5e207/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205331&Signature=EUsqGFz6EIxDVKsx9s-qJZdTYfEUEQHR36b~OiHa0O9wYB8m6PuJsvdMGL0N2dOS2ACdlFYzuUn2Z3tiYu-3M16Mq~v0q~cRGW2~mq9aX6JcaFW6O0b5nIV~mmaHS4nh7NJAcx4B7dRS3ZImSJl5xwDVNOkOdrMSS9JMrQEXOEy5v0-2jHBuAfXXx3Ev2wU-weuZjEUvm7EqM7EmCOsWnbRzY9IxgUMN1bXFBR~DYKMRvSwkplj7YdNIJeJwxwBJIhFpq-fDRb0tFvxL4H-4RIXrz1qLVqk-jGO6LcLYMcty1qFrzBXhPQY3Yd1dKv4zzypT7ZhHg~X44m4hZwGChg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lynn Haven City Commission on an evening meeting approved a development order for the Enclave at North Shore, authorized park improvements at Union Soldier Park and ratified emergency repairs to Lift Station 22, and approved the consent agenda that included appointing Jeff Snyder to the finance review committee.

The Enclave at North Shore — a proposed 86‑unit senior multifamily complex on about 40.47 acres along Highway 390 with a second emergency entrance on Jenks Avenue — was approved after staff and the applicant described traffic and site access. Jeff Britton of Kimley‑Horn, the project engineer, told the commission the second access would be a gated emergency-only entrance and that traffic modeling showed 17 AM and 22 PM peak hour trips, which staff said would have a negligible impact on Highway 390 and Jenks Avenue. Commissioner Tender was the lone no vote on the Enclave development order; the other four commissioners voted yes.

The commission also approved the Union Soldier Park improvements, a city application to add ADA parking, new sidewalks, lighting, benches and landscaping near Monument Park; staff said the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) will fund the project and that site grading and topography work will address low spots to avoid standing water. The commission granted unanimous approval.

Separately, staff reported that Lift Station 22 — which serves Highland Park Elementary School — had a failing riser and required emergency repairs to avoid backups. The commission ratified the emergency contract and funding through repair and maintenance (R&M) in the existing budget.

The consent agenda, including approval of minutes and the appointment of Jeff Snyder to the finance review committee, passed on recorded votes.

Votes at a glance
- Consent agenda (minutes; appointment of Jeff Snyder to the finance review committee): Passed (Yes: Commissioner Purnell; Commissioner Peebles; Commissioner Tender; Commissioner Ward; Mayor Nelson). Motion/second not specified in the record.
- Enclave at North Shore, development order (86 senior multifamily units, access on Highway 390 and Jenks Avenue): Approved (Yes: Commissioner Purnell; Commissioner Peebles; Commissioner Ward; Mayor Nelson. No: Commissioner Tender). Motion: motion to approve (mover/second not specified in transcript). Outcome: approved.
- Union Soldier Park improvements (ADA parking, sidewalks, lighting; CRA funded): Approved (unanimous). Motion: motion to approve (mover/second not specified). Outcome: approved.
- Lift Station 22 emergency repairs (repair of failing risers servicing Highland Park Elementary): Ratified (unanimous). Funding: R&M line items in current budget. Motion: motion to approve (mover/second not specified). Outcome: approved/ratified.

Staff and applicants present for the development item answered commissioners' questions about access, gated emergency openings, and traffic generation. Several members of the public spoke during the development hearing; one commenter expressed concern about traffic and stormwater and urged more study. The commission’s approvals were accompanied by direction that staff finalize permitting and coordinate bid solicitation and construction, where applicable.

The meeting concluded after the votes and subsequent routine business.","The Lynn Haven City Commission approved a development order for the 86‑unit Enclave at North Shore senior apartments, unanimously cleared Union Soldier Park improvements and ratified emergency repairs to Lift Station 22. The commission also approved a consent agenda appointing a member to the finance review committee.","actionData","errors"]

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