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Residents push for public amenities while commission prepares Dover Kohl charrettes for uplands plan

Panama City Commission · November 13, 2025
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Public commenters urged preservation of grassy park space and proposed an aquarium or amphitheater; the commission confirmed Dover Kohl will lead uplands charrettes (4–4.5 month timeline) and asked staff to incorporate stakeholders into the process.

Much of the meeting’s public comment centered on how the uplands — the city‑owned land adjacent to the slips — should be redeveloped. Residents including Judy Stapleton and Frank Pinto urged preserving public green space and protecting viewsheds, arguing against dense residential development on the waterfront. "The marina is the greatest treasure we have," Stapleton said, urging minimal…

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