Pinellas Park: City of Pinellas Park City Council Meeting | March 24, 2026
Summary. The City of Pinellas Park City Council held its regular meeting on March 24, 2026, with notable ceremonial activities including the swearing-in of officials and selection of leadership. Mayor Sandra Lee Bradbury was sworn in for her term, followed by the swearing-in of Council members Keith V. Seville Sr. and Patricia Patty Reid. The council then unanimously selected Ricky Butler as Vice Mayor for a term running through March 2027, and he was subsequently sworn into that position. The meeting featured a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Donate Life Month, with a presentation by a two-time kidney recipient who shared his personal story about organ donation. The council addressed a comprehensive consent agenda containing ten items, including a significant land development code ordinance (2026-11) that modernizes subdivision approval processes by shifting more administrative responsibilities from council to staff. Public comment was provided by Samuel Kreisman, a Saint Petersburg College student, who offered analysis supporting the ordinance as a practical modernization effort. Council members concluded with updates about successful recent community events including Community Unity, Chili Blaze, and Country in the Park, while staff announced upcoming events including the Pollinators and Petals Festival and Family Eggstravaganza.
Agenda Items
1. Swearing-in ceremonies and Vice Mayor selection
Ceremonial swearing-in of Mayor Sandra Lee Bradbury, Council members Keith V. Seville Sr. and Patricia Patty Reid, selection of Ricky Butler as Vice Mayor, and his subsequent swearing-in
- Mayor Bradbury sworn in for new term
- Council members Seville and Reid sworn in
- Motion made to select Ricky Butler as Vice Mayor for term through March 2027
- Butler sworn in as Vice Mayor
2. Donate Life Month Proclamation
Proclamation declaring April 2026 as Donate Life Month with presentation by organ donation recipient
- Over 105,000 people on national organ transplant waiting list
- Over 6,000 Floridians waiting for transplants
- 449,065 transplants occurred in 2025 nationally
- Personal testimony from two-time kidney recipient about donations from his wife and a stranger from South Carolina
3. Minutes Approval
Approval of regular council minutes from March 12, 2026
- Motion to approve minutes as filed in city clerk's office
4. Consent Agenda Items C1-C10
Ten-item consent agenda including land development code ordinance, board appointments, resignations, and various authorizations
- Ordinance 2026-11 modernizing subdivision approval processes
- Multiple board appointments and resignations
- Utility easement authorizations
- Public comment supporting ordinance as practical modernization
- All items approved unanimously
5. Council Member and Staff Updates
Updates and comments from council members and staff about recent events and upcoming activities
- Praise for recent Community Unity, Chili Blaze, and Country in the Park events
- Recognition of staff and community volunteers
- Announcement of upcoming Pollinators and Petals Festival, Beatles Tribute, Family Eggstravaganza, and Renaissance Fair
Motions & Votes
Motion to approve the selection of council member Ricky Butler to serve as vice mayor with a term to run from 03/24/2026 through March 2027
Moved by Keith V. Seville Sr., seconded by Unidentified member
Passed unanimously
Make a motion we approve regular council minutes of 03/12/2026 as on file in the city clerk's office
Moved by Ricky Butler, seconded by Unidentified member
Passed unanimously
Motion to pass, approve, or adopt whichever action is appropriate items C1 through C10 inclusive with item C1 being first reading prior to public hearing. The next public hearing will be held in council chambers on Tuesday, 04/07/2026 at 6PM
Moved by Patricia Patty Reid, seconded by Keith V. Seville Sr.
Passed unanimously
Action Items
Schedule public hearing for Ordinance 2026-11
Assigned to City Clerk · Due April 7, 2026 at 6PM
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The City of Pinellas Park City Council held its regular meeting on March 24, 2026, with notable ceremonial activities including the swearing-in of officials and selection of leadership. Mayor Sandra Lee Bradbury was sworn in for her term, followed by the swearing-in of Council members Keith V. Seville Sr. and Patricia Patty Reid. The council then unanimously selected Ricky Butler as Vice Mayor for a term running through March 2027, and he was subsequently sworn into that position. The meeting featured a proclamation declaring April 2026 as Donate Life Month, with a presentation by a two-time kidney recipient who shared his personal story about organ donation. The council addressed a comprehensive consent agenda containing ten items, including a significant land development code ordinance (2026-11) that modernizes subdivision approval processes by shifting more administrative responsibilities from council to staff. Public comment was provided by Samuel Kreisman, a Saint Petersburg College student, who offered analysis supporting the ordinance as a practical modernization effort. Council members concluded with updates about successful recent community events including Community Unity, Chili Blaze, and Country in the Park, while staff announced upcoming events including the Pollinators and Petals Festival and Family Eggstravaganza.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 5 agenda items: Swearing-in ceremonies and Vice Mayor selection; Donate Life Month Proclamation; Minutes Approval; Consent Agenda Items C1-C10; Council Member and Staff Updates.
How many motions were voted on?
3 motions were voted on during this meeting. See the Motions & Votes section above for each motion and its result.
What action items came out of this meeting?
1 action item were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
5 members were recorded as present: Sandra Lee Bradbury, Keith V. Seville Sr., Patricia Patty Reid, Ricky Butler, Warren Reed.
Where can I watch the full recording?
The full video recording is available on YouTube or embedded at the top of this page.
What county is Pinellas Park in?
Pinellas Park is located in Pinellas County, Florida. Browse other Pinellas County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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