Q: What are the regulations for public consumption of ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES on the beach?
A: You are permitted to consume alcoholic beverages on the beach, but not in glass containers.
The exceptions to the regulations are:
Beach-access easements
Kitty Stuart Park
Picnic shelter at Archibald Park, which extends 20 feet in all directions from the outer edge of the picnic shelter
Q: Whom do I contact about stray ANIMALS?
A: Contact Pinellas County Animal Control at (727) 582-2600.
Q: Is the City AUDITORIUM available for rent?
A: Yes, you can contact the City Manager’s Office at (727) 391-9951 x228.
Q: To whom do I report a stolen BICYCLE?
A: The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office at (727) 582-6200
Q: Whom do I contact about BIDDING PROCEDURES?
Q: Who are the members of the BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, and what do they do?
A: The Madeira Beach Board of Commissioners consists of the Mayor and the four Commission members.
The Board is the legislative and governing body of the City of Madeira Beach. It establishes policies to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the City of Madeira Beach.
The Mayor presides at all meetings of the Board and performs other duties of his or her office. He or she has voice and votes in the proceedings of the Board. He or she uses the title of Mayor in executing mayoral duties. The mayor is the official head of the City when serving civil process and for ceremonial purposes. The powers and duties of the Mayor are those conferred upon him or her by the Charter and no other.
Salaries are six hundred ($600.00) dollars per month for the Mayor and four hundred ($400.00) dollars per month for Commissioners.
Meetings take place at City Hall on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7:00 p.m. Workshops are usually on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. See Meetings Update for more information.
Q: When do I need a BUILDING PERMIT?
A: The Pinellas County Building Department reviews all plans, issues permits, and inspects all construction work in the City of Madeira Beach with the exception of fences, driveways, pavers, concrete slabs or pavers area which the City staff reviews. The purpose of the review and inspection is to ensure compliance with all codes and ordinances. The City requires building permits for new construction, additions, interior alterations, in-ground and above-ground pools, roofing, fences, signs, patio covers, garages, sheds, driveways, sidewalks, and work on electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas systems. Contact the Pinellas County Building Department at (727) 464-3241 for more information.
Q: Do I need a permit to install a BURGLAR OR FIRE ALARM?
A: Yes, home owners or companies installing burglar alarms in residences or businesses in the City must get a permit. Contact the Pinellas County Building Department at (727) 464-3241 for more information.
Q: What is the name of the local CABLE TELEVISION company?
Bright House Networks
727-329-5020
Q: Where is CITY HALL?
A: City Hall is at 300 Municipal Drive, Madeira Beach, Florida, 33708. Check the Map and Contact Us.
Q: What is the CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION?
A: The Civil Service Commission is composed of five residents of the City. The Board of Commissioners appoints members to serve a three-year term. Terms expire on September 30th, when the three-year period is complete. The Board of Commissioners may remove for cause any or all Civil Service Commissioners. The members will elect from its members a Chairperson and Vice-chairperson at their first meeting, held in November of each year.
The Civil Service Commission reviews, prepares, and recommends rules for the City’s Personnel Policies and Procedures for all non-union employees. It also recommends Cost-of-living increases and employee-pay adjustments to the Board of Commissioners.
Meetings take place at City Hall at the call of the Chairperson, or, in his or her absence, at the call of the Vice chairperson. Currently the board meets the second Thursday of each month.
Q: What is a CODE ENFORCEMENT HEARING?
A: The Board of Commissioners appoints a Special Magistrate to review and take action on code cases.
The Special Magistrate has the authority to impose administrative fines and other non-criminal penalties to enforce Codes and Ordinances.
Meetings are at City Hall on the second Wednesday of each month when there are cases to be heard.
Q: Whom do I contact about Code Violations or unsafe conditions in homes or businesses?
A: Residents may file complaints about unsafe conditions in businesses or residences by contacting the Code Compliance Officer at 391-9951 x 223.
Q: When are City ELECTIONS held, and how do I seek candidacy?
A: The Municipal Elections take place annually on the second Tuesday in March. Elections for Commission Districts One and Two take place in even-numbered years. Elections for Commission Districts Three and Four take place in odd-numbered years. The term for the Commissioner of Districts is for two years.
Beginning in March of 2000, the term for Mayor will for three years, allowing the seat to alternate with the Commissioners' elections.
TO SEEK CANDIDACY: All members of the Board must be residents of the City for two years prior to their application and over 18 years old.
COMMISSIONER: Commissioners are elected at large to serve two-year terms. A candidate must live in his or her geographic district for six months prior to application.
At least fifty (50) registered voters must sign petition cards in the district in which the candidate lives. There is a $25.00 filing fee. If the candidate gets a hundred or more signatures, the filing fee is waived. No registered voter can sign more than two (2) petitions, one (1) from the voter's district and one (1) for a mayoral candidate. The candidate can sign one (1) petition for Commissioner and one (1) for Mayor.
MAYOR: The Mayor is an elected position with no district restrictions. The Mayor is elected to preside over the Commission meetings and to serve as the elected head of the City.
Fifty (50) registered voters must sign petition cards. A twenty-five-dollar ($25.00) filing fee is required. If the mayoral candidate gets double the required signatures, the filing fee is waived. No registered voters can sign more than two (2) petitions, one for their district Commissioner and for the Mayor.
Elected Officials take office on the first regular meeting following the election. On the second Tuesday in April the Commission members select a Vice Mayor. Contact the City Clerk’s Office at (727) 391-9951 x231 for more information.
Q: Where can I get EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION for the City?
A: For job openings, contact Human Resources at (727) 391-9951 and check Human Resources on the Administrative Services/Finance page.
Q: Do I need a permit to install a FENCE?
A: All new or replacement fences require a building permit and a survey.
Q: Whom do I contact about street or sewer FLOODING?
A: For information on street or storm-drainage flooding, contact Community Services at (727) 391-1611.
Q: What are the restrictions on GARAGE SALES?
A: Garage sales may last no more than three (3) consecutive days. They must take place in daylight hours and are limited to three (3) times a year at any one address. We also have a City Wide Garage Sale in March to find out more information on this please contact the City Clerk at (727) 391-9951 x 231.
Q: To whom do I report an ILLEGAL DISCHARGE in the sewer system?
A: To report illegal discharges to the storm sewer system (i.e., ditches, drainage inlets, manholes, detention ponds, lakes, etc.) or for information on illegal discharges, contact the Pinellas County hotline at (727) 464-5060 and also Public Works at (727) 391-1161.
Q: Whom do I contact about building INSPECTIONS?
A: All permits require building inspections.
Q: Where is the LIBRARY, and what are its hours?
A: The Gulf Beaches Public Library's address is 200 Municipal Drive, across the street from City Hall. The library hours are:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10 a.m. - 6p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
There are no Sunday hours
Telephone (727) 391-2828
Q: Who needs a Local Business Tax ?
A: Businesses or persons conducting a business and/or providing a service within the City of Madeira Beach must have a Local Business Tax or persons located outside the City of Madeira Beach but conducting a business and/or providing a service must register with the Building Department. For more information, (727) 391-9951.
Q: To whom do I report a LOT that needs CLEANING?
A: The City requires that all property owners keep vacant and occupied lots free of debris, trash, overgrown grass (no more than 6"), and weeds. To report an unkempt lawn or lot, contact the Code Compliance Officer at (727) 391-9951 X 223.
Q: Where can I obtain MULCH?
A: Mulch is available free of charge. You may pick up mulch at the southeast corner of Bicentennial Park, at 150th Avenue, west of the schools.
Q: To whom do I report excessive NOISE (Complaints)?
A: All excessive noise complaints go to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office at (727) 582-6200.
Q: Where can I review a copy of the City ORDINANCES?
A: All Madeira Beach ordinances are available at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 300 Municipal Drive. or at www.municode.com
Q: What are regulations for Disabled or Handicapped PARKING?
A: Any vehicle using a State-of-Florida handicapped parking space must display the permit in the vehicle's front window.
Q: Where can I pay a PARKING ticket?
A: Parking tickets are paid to by mail at:
Criminal Court Customer Service
14250 49th Street North
Clearwater, Florida 33762
In Person:
North County Mid County South County
29582 U.S. 19, North 14250 49th Street North 1800 66th Street, North
Clearwater, FL 33761-2831 Clearwater, FL 33762-2831 St. Petersburg, Fl 33710-4795
If you have any questions about a ticket, you can call our Parking Enforcement Officer at (727) 391-9951
Q: Where can I obtain more information about PERMITS needed in the City?
A: Before you erect, demolish, construct, repair, or structurally alter a building or change the use of a building or lot, you must apply for a Building Permit. You need to complete an application and supply a detailed statement of the specifications and plans. You can get an Application for Building Permits at the Pinellas County Building Department. If you are not sure whether your project requires a permit, contact the Pinellas County Building Department at (727) 464-3241.
Q: What is the PLANNING COMMISSION, and what does it do?
A: Seven residents of the City make up the Planning Commission. The Board of Commissioners appoints members for a three-year term. Terms expire on September 30th, when the three-year period is completed. The Board of Commissioners may, at any time, remove for cause any member of the Planning Commission.
The members will elect from the appointed members a Chairperson and other such officers as the Planning Commission finds necessary at its first meeting held in October of each year.
The Planning Commission reviews, prepares, and recommends on all matters affecting the physical development of the City. It is consulted on the Comprehensive Plan and the its implementation. It will exercise all other responsibilities for the City’s Land Development Regulations.
Meetings take place in City Hall on the 2nd Monday of each month.
Q: To whom do I report POTHOLES ?
A:
Department of Transportation (727) 570-5101
State-owned Roads
Gulf Boulevard
Tom Stuart/ Welch/Madeira Beach Causeway (150th Avenue)
Community Services (727) 391-1611
City-owned Roads
All other roads
Q: How does the City handle PURCHASING?
A: The Finance Department coordinates all purchasing for the City. For information on purchasing and bidding procedures, contact the Finance Department at (727) 391-9951 or Overview for Vendors.
Q: Where is the City RECREATION COMPLEX, and what does it offer?
A: The City Recreation Complex at 200 Rex Place. For information, contact the Recreation Complex or see the Recreation Department page.
Q: Whom do I contact regarding RODENT CONTROL?
A: The Pinellas County Environmental Health Department at (727) 893-2213.
Q: What activities does City Hall offer?
A: SENIOR CITIZENS ACTIVITIES - See the Community Activities page.
Q: What are the regulations regarding SIGNS in the City?
A: All signs in the City, including permanent or temporary signs such as banners, balloons, pennants, etc., require a Permit before construction or display can take place. For more information, contact the Pinellas County Building Department at (727) 464-3241.
Q: Are permits required for SOLICITATION?
A: Permits are required for any solicitation in the City. For more information, contact Occupational Licensing Department at (727) 391-9951 X 246.
Q: Whom do I contact to report problems about STREETS?
A: The Community Services Department maintains all streets except State-maintained Gulf Boulevard and 150th Avenue (Tom Stuart/Welch/Madeira Beach Causeway). To report problems with any City street, contact the Community Services Department at (727) 391-1611. To report any problem on the two State-maintained streets, contact the Department of Transportation at (727) 570-5101.
Q: To whom do I report problems about TRAFFIC SIGNALS?
A: Report any problems with traffic signals to the Department of Transportation at (813) 570-5101.
Q: To whom do I report a fallen TREE?
A: If a City-owned tree falls public or private property, the City removes it. If a privately owned tree falls on public or private property, the owner removes it. For information on tree removal, contact the Community Services Department at (727) 391-1611.
Q: Do I need a permit to remove a TREE?
A: You must get a permit from the Building Department before you remove any tree, including a tree on private property. For more information, contact the Building Department at (727) 391-9951.
Q: Whom do I contact with questions about UTILITIES?
A: If you have question about your electrical services call Progress Energy - Customer Services at (727) 443-2641. If you have a question about your water and reclaimed water service call Pinellas County Water at (727) 464-4000.
Q: Where can I get information on ZONING for land use?
A: Contact the Community Development Department at (727) 391-9951 x 255.
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