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Redington Shores hears fire, police updates; Mayor names Schoos vice mayor
Summary
Madeira and Seminole fire-rescue agencies and Indian Shores police briefed the board on a building bid, seasonal safety outreach and holiday planning. Mayor Tom Kapper selected Commissioner Erin Schoos as vice mayor; the board approved March minutes unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
At its April 9 meeting the Town of Redington Shores received reports from local public‑safety partners and approved a short slate of routine business.
Madeira Fire Rescue reported that bids for a new Redington building were solicited and are due April 14, 2025. Seminole Fire Rescue provided a spring‑cleaning safety reminder and referenced a safety flyer for residents; the minutes record that 'Chief Williams' provided that update though the attendance list also names 'Chief Schobel' under Seminole Fire Rescue. Indian Shores Police Chief Swann told the board the department is preparing for Memorial Day and July 4th operations and will attend an HOA cooperation meeting on May 10, 2025.
Mayor Tom Kapper announced Commissioner Erin Schoos as the town’s vice mayor. The board also approved the minutes of the March 12, 2025 meeting after a motion by Commissioner CJ Hoyt and a second from Commissioner Larry Maynard; the minutes record the vote as 'All yay.'
During public comment Marie Palena asked about plans to replace the Town Administrator; the minutes record the question but do not include a response or timeline. Public Works Supervisor Mike Pafumi presented the Public Works report during commission reports. With no further business the board adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
What’s next: the public‑safety partners will continue seasonal outreach and event planning; the vice‑mayor appointment takes effect immediately as announced by the mayor.
