Kristen Puhalainen

The Architectural Review Committee meeting agenda includes several property improvement requests. Key topics involve the installation of fences and gates at a residential property, the replacement of windows, doors, and sliding glass doors at various locations, and the installation of a new patio and walkway. Additionally, the committee will review requests for residential roof replacements and the replacement of a carport door.

The agenda includes a public hearing regarding the tentative millage rate of 6.1500, which represents an 8.8% increase above the rolled-back rate. The hearing will cover a summary of the tentative budget and the specific purposes for which ad valorem revenues are being used. The council will then consider adopting the final millage rate and the final budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026.

The agenda includes a public hearing to discuss the proposed millage rate as certified on Form DR 420, the tentative millage rate presented to fund the budget, and a summary of the tentative budget. It also covers announcing the specific purposes for which ad valorem revenues are being used, comments from members of the public, the adoption of a tentative millage rate, and the adoption of a tentative budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026. Finally, it announces the date, time, and place for the second public hearing.

The City of Atlantis is developing a strategic plan to set goals, strategic initiatives, and priorities. The plan aims to inform the annual budgeting process, establish data-driven performance measures, and improve the overall quality of life. Key focus areas include fiscal responsibility, quality of life (law enforcement, fire rescue, sanitation, aesthetics), emergency management response, infrastructure/facilities (water system, powerlines, internet, emergency operations, recreation), organizational performance, effective communications, and environmental stewardship. Stakeholder input will be used to formulate and prioritize initiatives for the plan.

The meeting agenda includes presentations of plans for various home improvement projects, including porch screen enclosure replacement, carport, walkway, and patio replacements, driveway replacement, carport storage closet installation, window and sliding glass door replacements, entry door and transom replacement, and generator installation. Each project has received HOA approval where applicable.